Technical Rescue Incidents Guidelines

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What is the primary purpose of this appendix?

To provide direction for first responding personnel during technical rescue incidents (correct)

To detail the training requirements for personnel responding to technical rescue incidents

To provide a standard operational guideline for technical rescue personnel

To outline the procedures for members of the Technical Rescue Team during incidents

Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the text?

Technical rescue incidents are beyond the scope of practice for most fire/rescue personnel

First responders can provide critical assistance and speed up the intervention process

The appendix is applicable to MCFRS personnel and other organizations operating in Montgomery County

The appendix prescribes how members of the Technical Rescue Team will operate during incidents (correct)

What is the intent of this appendix, according to the text?

To provide personnel with a general framework for approaching technical rescue incidents

To reduce the time frame from when technical rescue assets arrive and when they enter to execute the rescue

To provide a framework for a risk/benefit analysis during technical rescue incidents

All of the above (correct)

What is the source of information used in developing this appendix?

National best practices and lessons learned from similar events in Montgomery County Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of technical rescue incidents mentioned in the text?

Technical rescue incidents cover a wide range of incidents beyond normal fire/rescue operations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true based on the information provided in the text?

First responders can play a role in technical rescue incidents before specialized teams arrive Signup and view all the answers

According to the checklists provided, which of the following is NOT one of the initial actions for first responders in a rope rescue scenario?

Lower a ladder into the trench or confined space Signup and view all the answers

In a structural collapse scenario, what is the minimum recommended distance for establishing a staging area if the structure is over four stories tall?

500 feet Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential hazard that should be identified in a structural collapse scenario?

Potential for aftershocks Signup and view all the answers

In a confined space rescue scenario, what is the FIRST action that should be taken by first responders according to the checklist?

Announce the Initial On-Scene Report (IOSR) Signup and view all the answers

In a rope rescue scenario, what is the maximum angle at which first responders are allowed to perform rescues using rope systems and stokes basket evolutions?

45 degrees Signup and view all the answers

According to the checklists, what action should first responders take to support self-rescue in a confined space scenario?

Lower a ladder into the confined space Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, which statement is true regarding personnel performing tasks above their certification level?

Personnel must not perform tasks above their current level of certification. Signup and view all the answers

If a checklist exists for a given incident type, what is the policy regarding its use?

Personnel must use the checklist without any deviations. Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to update the technical rescue incident checklists?

The Fire Chief has the discretion to update the checklists periodically. Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a trench incident, what is the minimum distance for the hot zone from the trench?

100 feet Signup and view all the answers

For a structural collapse involving a structure four stories or greater, what is the minimum hot zone distance specified in the policy?

500 feet in all directions Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions are first responder personnel allowed to enter a trench?

When protective systems like shoring or trench boxes are in place, and the atmosphere has been checked. Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy regarding the use of aerial tower apparatus for rope systems intended for a two-person load?

Only aerial tower apparatus may be used for such rope systems. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for travel restriction or fall arresting systems when operating within 10 feet of an exposed area with a fall risk greater than 6 feet?

Travel restriction or fall arresting systems must be in place. Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, when can first responder personnel enter a collapsed structure?

They can enter after the structure has been evaluated by TRT personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the first arriving Primary Unit Officer, according to the policy?

Provide the Initial On-Scene report (IOSR) and assess the entire scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that technical rescue incidents are considered high-risk, low-frequency events?

Personnel do not have a large set of experiences to draw on due to their infrequency. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT one of the four basic types of technical rescue incidents?

Hazardous materials incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that the fastest way to rescue and/or evacuate the victim(s) may not be the safest way to do so during a technical rescue incident?

The fastest method may involve greater risks to the rescuers or the victim(s). Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT one of the four common objectives for all technical rescue incidents?

Mitigate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that the standard fire/rescue three-gas meter configuration is insufficient for technical rescue incidents?

It does not provide enough information about the specific hazards present. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of establishing an Incident Commander during a technical rescue incident?

To coordinate the overall rescue effort and make decisions based on the risk assessment. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary reason that personnel should support the victim(s)' self-rescue whenever possible during a technical rescue incident?

To minimize the risk to the rescuers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that time spent in scene preparation and hazard control is rarely wasted during a technical rescue incident?

It allows the rescuers to better manage the risks and potential consequences. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason that some structural and trench collapses may require custom engineering solutions?

The physical forces involved are too complex for standard rescue equipment and techniques. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary purpose of identifying and marking Isolation Zones during a technical rescue incident?

To prevent unauthorized access to the incident site and protect the victim(s) from further harm. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of personnel when responding to a confined space rescue incident?

Wait for the Technical Rescue Team (TRT) to arrive and make the rescue. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of establishing staging areas at least 250 feet away from the incident scene?

To create a buffer zone to protect personnel from potential hazards at the incident scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Rescue Squad when responding to a technical rescue incident?

To make access to the victim(s) and calm and reassure them, if it is safe to do so. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Aerial unit when responding to a technical rescue incident?

To establish and maintain isolation zones around the incident scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Engine unit when responding to a technical rescue incident?

To act as the Incident Commander and oversee all operations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Situation Update Report (SUR) in a technical rescue incident?

To convey information about the location, conditions, actions, and resource needs of the incident. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Initial On-Scene Report (IOSR) in a technical rescue incident?

To provide a detailed account of the actions taken by the first-arriving unit. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the presence of known chemical hazards at a technical rescue incident?

To ensure that the appropriate hazmat response is called. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the checklists referenced in the policy?

To ensure that all necessary actions and procedures are followed during the rescue operation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of personnel when responding to a trench collapse incident?

To wait for the Technical Rescue Team (TRT) to arrive and take over the rescue operation. Signup and view all the answers