Southern Nevada Fire Operations: Emergency Ops

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What is the primary responsibility of the Company Officer while a company is In Transit?

Communicate with Command

Supervise On-deck crews

Monitor the incident perimeter

Monitor the tactical radio channel (correct)

What does the term 'On-deck' refer to?

A tactical command area

A forward staging position outside the hazard zone (correct)

A position inside the immediate hazard zone

A recovery area for equipment

Who must the Company Officer notify upon arrival to the assignment area?

The Chief of Operations

The Incident Commander (IC) (correct)

The Control Tower

The Division/Group Supervisor only

What action should the Division/Group supervisor take when a company arrives In Transit?

Report face to face to Command Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the time it takes for a company to be In Transit?

Distance from the station to the incident Signup and view all the answers

When a Division/Group is assigned, what should the Company Officer do upon arrival?

Notify the Division/Group supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of On-deck crews?

They remain in a secure position until assigned. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the accountability of companies while they are In Transit?

The IC loses direct accountability of these companies. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of On-deck crews at an incident scene?

To reinforce a position within an assigned Division/Group Signup and view all the answers

How should On-deck crews report their readiness upon arrival at the assigned location?

By informing the IC or their assigned Division/Group supervisor face to face Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of On-deck crews while they are in position?

To monitor the tactical channel at all times Signup and view all the answers

What should a Company Officer do when relieving a crew inside a structure?

Conduct a face-to-face information transfer with the exiting officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Recycling in this context?

A timely means of SCBA air replacement and re-hydration Signup and view all the answers

What should crews being relieved do before they recycle?

Remain in their assigned Division/Group and rejuvenate Signup and view all the answers

What does the IC do after deploying units to critical Divisions/Groups?

Take a proactive approach to assign additional resources Signup and view all the answers

Why might a light and air unit be assigned to a Division/Group?

To facilitate the recycle of companies expediently Signup and view all the answers

What primary information should be included during the face-to-face transfer before relief?

Interior conditions and routing instructions Signup and view all the answers

What challenge may arise from establishing a rehab group at a distance from the work area?

Difficulty reassembling and reassigning crews in a timely manner Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Southern Nevada Fire Operations: Emergency Operations

Purpose: Establish standard deployment approach for communication and define on-deck and recycling procedures.

In Transit

Definition: Time taken for a company to reach their assigned area. Variables include distance, incident size, and equipment assembly.
Accountability: IC and Division/Group supervisor lose direct accountability during transit. Company Officer monitors tactical radio.
Reporting: Company Officer notifies IC upon arrival at the assignment area. Reporting method varies depending on assignment (face-to-face with Division/Group supervisor if applicable and notifying command).
Examples: Includes various radio communication examples for different scenarios.

On-Deck

Definition: Forward staging position outside the hazard zone, safely distanced from tactical positions.
Supervision: Supervised by Division/Group supervisor or Company Officer.
Assignments: Reinforce positions, crew relief, other tactical positions, RIT, and Search and Rescue.
Rapid Intervention Team (RIT): Command must maintain continuity of a full RIT team; on-deck crews are not a substitute, but a possible supplement for Rapid Intervention deployment.
Proactive Assignment: IC assigns on-deck crews to critical Divisions/Groups after assigning units.
Assignment Procedure: On-deck crews are directed to a specific location or Division/Group.
Equipment and Readiness: Arrive with full PPE, necessary tools/equipment, spare SCBAs, and appropriate RIT equipment.
Reporting: The on-deck Company Officer contacts the IC or their Division/Group supervisor to report their readiness to work upon arrival.
Ongoing Monitoring: Remain in a ready state, monitoring the tactical channel, and sizing up assigned area.
Size-up Includes: Locating entrances/exits, interior/exterior conditions, unit IDs, location of interior crews, and hose line operators.
Relief Crew Duties: Company Officer conducting relief to do a face-to-face transfer of information. This includes critical information such as interior conditions, routing instructions, interior obstructions, additional tools/resources, and Division/Group objectives.

Company Recycling

Definition: Timely and efficient SCBA air replacement and re-hydration while maintaining Division/Group assignment.
Rehab Group: Command establishes a Rehab Group at large-scale incidents for crew rest, hydration, and air/fluid replacement.
Maintaining Resources: Recycled crews remain in their assigned Division/Group to refill air, rehydrate, and then report to their supervisor to return to duty, maintaining a steady stream of resources.
Light and Air Unit: May be assigned to a Division/Group to expedite recycling.
Spare Air Cylinders: Encourage crews to carry spare cylinders for more timely recycling without reliance on the light and air unit.
Additional Resources: Division/Group supervisors may need to request additional resources for on-deck crew replacement or for recycled crews to take over vacated on-deck positions.
Officer Responsibility: Command, Division/Group, and Company Officers are responsible to monitor personnel welfare and determine the appropriateness of Division/Group recycling or formal rehab.

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Test your knowledge on Southern Nevada Fire Operations, focusing on emergency deployment, communication protocols, and operational definitions. This quiz covers key terms such as 'In Transit' and 'On-Deck', ensuring you understand crucial procedures in fire situations.