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Who should be assigned as the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor if resources permit?
Who should be assigned as the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor if resources permit?
- The Logistics Section Chief
- Any crew member available
- The Company Officer of the complete engine company (correct)
- The Incident Commander
What is NOT a recommended action for members during rehab according to the text?
What is NOT a recommended action for members during rehab according to the text?
- Remove both coat and trousers to allow air flow
- Keep the coat and trousers on during cooling down (correct)
- Utilize handi-wipes to wipe off face and hands
- Drink an additional 16oz of fluids prior to the event
To whom will the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor report if there is no Logistics Section Chief assigned?
To whom will the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor report if there is no Logistics Section Chief assigned?
- Incident Commander or designee (correct)
- Operations Section Chief
- Safety Officer
- No one, they operate independently
Which crew member should typically be in charge of the Rehabilitation Group when resources are available?
Which crew member should typically be in charge of the Rehabilitation Group when resources are available?
What action should all crew members take regarding hydration before an event, according to the text?
What action should all crew members take regarding hydration before an event, according to the text?
Where does the Incident Commander designate the location for the Rehabilitation Area?
Where does the Incident Commander designate the location for the Rehabilitation Area?
Which section does the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor report to if no Operations Section Chief is formally established?
Which section does the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor report to if no Operations Section Chief is formally established?
What should members use to wipe off their face, neck, ears, and hands during rehab according to the text?
What should members use to wipe off their face, neck, ears, and hands during rehab according to the text?
What is the minimum rest time required for Crew members entering rehabilitation for the first time?
What is the minimum rest time required for Crew members entering rehabilitation for the first time?
Who is responsible for allocating additional rehabilitation time as needed, up to 1 hour?
Who is responsible for allocating additional rehabilitation time as needed, up to 1 hour?
What is the criteria for determining the rehabilitation time for crew members?
What is the criteria for determining the rehabilitation time for crew members?
Where are crews sent after being released from the Rehabilitation Group?
Where are crews sent after being released from the Rehabilitation Group?
When should CISM/incident stress debriefing be activated?
When should CISM/incident stress debriefing be activated?
Who may staff the Triage position for Medical Evaluation?
Who may staff the Triage position for Medical Evaluation?
What does the Triage evaluate during Medical Evaluation?
What does the Triage evaluate during Medical Evaluation?
What should be considered when selecting a location for the Rehabilitation area?
What should be considered when selecting a location for the Rehabilitation area?
What type of protection should the Rehabilitation area provide according to the text?
What type of protection should the Rehabilitation area provide according to the text?
Which of the following resources should be available in the Rehabilitation area?
Which of the following resources should be available in the Rehabilitation area?
Why should the Rehabilitation area be large enough to accommodate multiple crews?
Why should the Rehabilitation area be large enough to accommodate multiple crews?
What type of equipment should be provided for medical purposes in the Rehabilitation area?
What type of equipment should be provided for medical purposes in the Rehabilitation area?
Why is it important for the Rehabilitation area to be easily accessible by EMS units?
Why is it important for the Rehabilitation area to be easily accessible by EMS units?
What is one key purpose of the Rehabilitation area according to the text?
What is one key purpose of the Rehabilitation area according to the text?
How can members in the Rehabilitation area be free of exhaust fumes?
How can members in the Rehabilitation area be free of exhaust fumes?
What physically taxing activities may trigger self-rehabilitation and personnel assessment procedures?
What physically taxing activities may trigger self-rehabilitation and personnel assessment procedures?
When is crew required to don and use SCBA as per the text?
When is crew required to don and use SCBA as per the text?
What responsibility do Company Officers have during self-rehabilitation as per the text?
What responsibility do Company Officers have during self-rehabilitation as per the text?
What should crew members check for during a brief personnel assessment on each other?
What should crew members check for during a brief personnel assessment on each other?
What will be done if crew members show signs of illness or injury during a personnel assessment?
What will be done if crew members show signs of illness or injury during a personnel assessment?
When should Formal Rehabilitation be considered for personnel according to the text?
When should Formal Rehabilitation be considered for personnel according to the text?
Who has the authority to deem the necessity of donning and using an SCBA?
Who has the authority to deem the necessity of donning and using an SCBA?
What does 'SCBA' stand for in the context mentioned in the text?
What does 'SCBA' stand for in the context mentioned in the text?
What is the consequence for a crew member unable to meet all objective criteria after a one-hour rehabilitation period?
What is the consequence for a crew member unable to meet all objective criteria after a one-hour rehabilitation period?
Who is responsible for determining the disposition after a crew member's medical evaluation?
Who is responsible for determining the disposition after a crew member's medical evaluation?
What documentation is required for all medical evaluations according to the text?
What documentation is required for all medical evaluations according to the text?
In what form must all Medical Evaluations be submitted to the Incident Commander?
In what form must all Medical Evaluations be submitted to the Incident Commander?
How should personnel report to the Rehabilitation Group according to the SOP?
How should personnel report to the Rehabilitation Group according to the SOP?
What action should the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor take if a crew member is detained in Rehabilitation for evaluation or medical treatment?
What action should the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor take if a crew member is detained in Rehabilitation for evaluation or medical treatment?
What options are available to the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor for determining a proper disposition?
What options are available to the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor for determining a proper disposition?
Study Notes
Rehabilitation Group
- The Incident Commander should staff the Rehabilitation Group with a complete engine company and assign the Company Officer as the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor when resources permit.
Responsibilities
- The Rehabilitation Group Supervisor reports to the Logistics Section Chief, or Operations Section Chief, or directly to the Incident Commander if neither is assigned.
- The Rehabilitation Group Supervisor is responsible for rehabilitation operations.
Rehabilitation Process
- Members entering rehabilitation for the first time shall rest for a minimum of 10 minutes.
- Subsequent trips to rehabilitation require a minimum of 20 minutes of rest.
- Additional rehabilitation time is allocated by the Rehabilitation Group Supervisor up to 1 hour.
- An objective evaluation of a member's fatigue level determines rehabilitation time.
Medical Evaluation
- The triage position is staffed by a Firefighter at the EMT level or higher.
- Triage evaluates signs/symptoms of illness or injury, fatigue, respiratory rate, heart rate, blood pressure, tympanic temperature, and pulse oximetry.
Rehabilitation Area
- The Rehabilitation Area should provide physical rest, be far from the scene, and offer suitable protection from environmental conditions.
- The area should be free from exhaust fumes, large enough for multiple crews, and easily accessible by EMS units.
Resources
- Resources include fluids (water, activity beverages, and ice), food (nutritional energy bars, cold sandwiches, soups), and medical equipment (blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, etc.).
Self Rehabilitation and Personnel Assessment
- Self rehabilitation and personnel assessment procedures are performed during physically taxing activities or when using an SCBA.
- Company Officers ensure crew members rehydrate and obtain nourishment as needed.
Formal Rehabilitation
- Formal Rehabilitation is considered during initial planning stages of an emergency response.
- If a crew member cannot meet objective criteria after a 1-hour rehabilitation period, they must be evaluated by a physician and obtain a medical release prior to returning to full duty.
Disposition and Documentation
- The Rehabilitation Group Supervisor determines disposition: return to duty, continued rehabilitation, or transport to a medical facility.
- All Medical Evaluations are recorded on the Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Form and submitted to the Incident Commander after the incident.
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This quiz covers the procedures for self-rehabilitation and personnel assessment in situations where crew members engage in physically taxing activities or use an SCBA. It also includes when company officers should ensure crew members have the opportunity to rehydrate and nourish themselves.
