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What is the main responsibility of a Certified Command Officer when assuming command at an incident?
Becoming the Incident Commander
What is the purpose of the Attack Tanker Operation in rural areas?
Supplying initial water for structure fires
What is included in the Awareness Level course for water-related incidents?
Initial scene size-up and shore-based rescue techniques
What is the primary purpose of ballast in a railroad setting?
To provide a foundation for track structure
What is the role of a Battalion Command Platform vehicle?
Serving as a mobile command center
What is the purpose of a Blocking Unit at an incident scene?
Create a barrier between oncoming traffic and the work area
What does Inner Circle Check involve according to the text?
Evaluation of hazards and special problems around vehicles
In the context of Maryland Medical Protocols (MMP), what is MMP?
Medical protocols for treatment of patients in Maryland approved by Maryland EMS Board
What is the definition of Keyless Ignition as per the text?
A vehicle system allowing ignition without a key in a keyway
What does Outer Circle Check primarily involve?
Size-up of overall accident scene
What is the action recommended in the text for 'Known Life Hazard' circumstances?
Request emergency assistance with MAYDAY signal
What does LCAN Report stand for according to the text?
Location, Conditions, Actions, Needs
In the context of vehicle incidents, what are 'Outer and Inner Circle' zones used for?
Defining incident action areas based on hazard levels
'Offensive' strategy in the policy refers to what kind of actions?
Actively and directly attempting to correct problems
'Low Angle Rescue' primarily involves rescuers being supported by what surface?
Flat or mildly sloping surface
What is NOT a part of Inner Circle Check as mentioned in the text?
Performing high-quality chest compressions in OHCA cases
What is the purpose of Fast Water, Coordinated Ventilation in MCFRS operations on structure fires?
To reduce the heat, smoke, and other combustion products of the fire
What does Flagging involve as a method to convey stop orders to an oncoming train?
Utilizing flares, lights, or hand signals to convey stop orders
What is the defining characteristic of Flat Water?
It moves at a speed less than 1 knot with little turbulence
What does Full Personal Protective Equipment (Full PPE) consist of for MCFRS purposes in vehicle collisions?
NFPA 1971 compliant structural firefighting ensemble and eye protection
What is a Heavy-Water Hookup used for in firefighting operations?
Connecting an engine to a fire hydrant for immediate water supply
What does High Angle Rescue primarily involve?
Steep or vertical rope rescue operations supported by a tensioned rope system
When would an area be considered the Hot Zone in an incident?
When it represents the highest hazard area where the action is occurring
What is the purpose of the 'Own Hydrant' method mentioned in the text?
To ensure the engine uses a designated hydrant for incident water supply using the pre-connected soft sleeve.
What does Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) refer to?
A situation that poses an immediate threat to life, health, or escape from danger
What does 'Pass Command' refer to in incident response?
The transfer of command from one party to another
What does Incident Command System support during emergencies?
An organizational structure protocol intended for effective emergency response actions
What is the main goal of 'Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)' as initiated by the Incident Commander?
Determining the location of all personnel operating at an incident
What information does the Initial On-Scene Report (IOSR) provide?
A summary of the first unit's assessment upon arriving at the scene of an incident
What does 'PFD' stand for in the context of the text?
Personal Flotation Device
In the case of a 'Pinned' patient, what does it mean when mentioned in the text?
When a patient is entangled in or impinged upon by displaced metal or wreckage
What is the primary goal of 'Relay Operations' as outlined in the text?
A method for expanding initial incident water supply system by using a series of interconnected engines
'Rapid Intervention Company (RIC)' is primarily responsible for?
Providing rapid intervention during initial alarms
'Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC)' refers to what action during an incident?
The restoration of a spontaneous perfusing rhythm that results in more than an occasional gasp or fleeting palpated pulse
In water rescue operations, what is the correct sequence of actions from lowest risk to highest risk?
Yell, Reach, Throw, Row
What protective gear is recommended for personnel operating in the warm zone on ice rescue incidents?
Turnout coat and pants
What is the role of the Water Supply Officer (WSO) in incident command?
Assessing and developing incident water supply
What does the term 'Warm Zone' represent in a rescue operation area?
Transitional space between high hazard and no hazard areas
What is the primary function of Wheel Chocks when used in a railroad setting?
To prevent inadvertent train movement when placed in front of and to the rear of the front wheels of a rail car
What does 'Wind Impacted Fire' refer to in a structural context?
A fire influenced by weather conditions causing rapid heat release
What is the definition of a 'Cold Zone'?
An area free of incident hazards for incident command and staging
Who is the 'CPR Boss' during an OHCA resuscitation?
The unit officer of the first-arriving piece of heavy apparatus
What does 'Competent Person' refer to based on OSHA 29 CFR 1926.650(b)?
One who can identify and eliminate hazards in the surrounding working conditions
What is the role of an 'EMS Clinician'?
An individual licensed or certified in various emergency medical roles
What does 'Circle Check' refer to?
A 360 inspection of the outside of a structure or hazard area to develop situational awareness
In what context is the term 'Defensive' used in the policy?
To contain a problem when personnel can't actively correct it
'Dump Site Operations' involve:
Providing extra water supply by using portable tanks in rural environments
'Downstream Safety' teams in water-related incidents:
Are equipped with throw bags and radios to rescue victims downstream
'Confined Space' according to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.146 is:
'Confined Space' having limited means of entry or exit not designed for continuous occupancy
'Crew' refers to:
'Crew' as a group of firefighters staffing a specific unit
What is the criteria for water to be considered Swift Water?
Water moving at 1 knot or less but takes less than 30 seconds to travel 50 feet
What is the role of a Tactical Command in an incident?
Coordinate initial incident investigation and emergency operations
When is a Trauma Care Kit used according to the policy?
To handle uncontrolled bleeding, burns, and penetrating trauma
In what depth does a trench require a protective system according to OSHA regulations?
5 feet or more
What does 'Upstream' refer to in water-related incidents?
The direction water is coming from
What is the role of a Technical Rescue Team Officer (TRT-O)?
Leading and managing the technical rescue team for operational and administrative functions
'Survivability' assesses the likelihood of survival based on what?
Current conditions in the compartment in question
'Ventilation-Limited' fires are limited by what factor?
Available oxygen
'Swift Water Rescue Team (SWRT)' personnel are trained to operate in which conditions?
'Swift Water Rescue Team (SWRT)' personnel are trained for operating in swift water conditions
'Tanker Shuttle' refers to what kind of system?
'Tanker Shuttle' is a water supply system where tankers fill at one location and discharge at another
What is the primary purpose of a shallow water crossing pole?
To support rescuers while walking in shallow water
In a rural area according to the SOP, how is it defined?
An area not supported by a municipal water distribution system with fire hydrants
What is the significance of the SPASM acronym in OHCA resuscitation?
It details the initial resuscitation actions for cardiac arrest patients
What does structural collapse refer to?
The loss of load-carrying capacity of a structure or its components
Who is typically part of a standby team (2-Out) during an incident?
Personnel who observe the initial entry team in an IDLH atmosphere
What does the term 'structural compromise' refer to?
Damage or deformation to a load-carrying component within a structure
What is 'still water' defined as?
Water that is not moving at all
What does it mean to render a vehicle 'inoperative' during stabilization?
To immobilize and make it safe to work on
'River Left' in water-related incidents refers to which shoreline?
Left shoreline looking downstream
'Runner' is responsible for what action upon arriving at an incident involving an OHCA patient?
Providing immediate assessment and hands-only CPR
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