6 Questions
According to the policy outlined in the text, when is an Initial Rapid Intervention Team (IRIT) and Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) required to be established?
IRIT/RIT must be established whenever firefighters are operating in an IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) atmosphere.
What is the initial Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) composition at the onset of an incident?
A two-person team is assigned as the initial RIT (on deck).
If the initial Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) or on deck team is deployed, what action should be taken according to the procedure?
A second RIT team must be established to replace the deployed team.
What are the standard exceptions to the IRIT requirement at structure fires?
When there is a reported or suspected life hazard, and when the fire is in an incipient stage.
What are the functions of the RIT/Rescue Group (On Deck) according to the procedure?
Monitor the tactical radio channel, retrieve RIT bag and thermal imaging camera, recon the hot zone, and develop a search and rescue plan.
Based on the information provided, what is the primary objective of the Initial Rapid Intervention Team (IRIT) and Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)?
To immediately react and respond to rescue firefighters who may be in distress.
Explore the procedure for the Initial Rapid Intervention Team (IRIT) and Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) in accordance with Section 300.00 and Guideline 304.00. Learn about the response, tasks, and organization outlined within these regulations.
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