Questions and Answers
What must be in place before entering a trench for rescue?
What is required for the use of a two-person rope system with aerial towers?
Who must evaluate a structure collapse before first responders can enter?
What type of rescue can only be performed with the assistance of TRT on scene?
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What is prohibited when using aerial components for rescue operations?
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What type of hazards are associated with a warm zone area ranging from 100-250 feet?
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In what scenario would rescue complications be a significant concern?
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What is a key characteristic of fall hazards associated with a 4-story building?
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Which type of zone should apparatus staging be conducted in?
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What additional hazard may be present in areas beyond the immediate collapse zone?
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What is one of the primary objectives of the ACRE framework in technical rescues?
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Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with technical rescues?
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What is a critical risk assessment factor that must be considered during a technical rescue?
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What approach should responders take when conducting a technical rescue according to the outlined principles?
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What does the 'C' in ACRE stand for?
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Which type of incident is classified under the four types of technical rescue?
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According to the policy for technical rescues, what task should rescuers refrain from doing?
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Which action is NOT recommended for initial operations in technical rescues?
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Why is time spent on scene preparation and hazard control considered valuable?
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What should be established to ensure effective risk mitigation in technical rescues?
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Study Notes
Initial Action for Technical Rescues
- Effective date: January 1, 2019.
- First responders' primary role is to assist people in danger and support the Technical Rescue Team (TRT).
- Framework established for approaching technical rescue incidents, focusing on risk/benefit assessments.
- Aim to minimize the time needed for TRT to execute rescues.
Characteristics of Technical Rescue
- Occurs infrequently but poses high risks, often lacking extensive past experiences.
- Involves environments with significant heights, depths, and heavy machinery.
- Mechanical responses can be unpredictable and exhibit non-linear behavior.
Types of Technical Rescue
- Trench
- Confined Space
- Rope
- Structural Collapse
Common Objectives (ACRE)
- Assess: Evaluate scene, travel routes, hazards, and risks.
- Control: Manage hazards and restrict access to bystanders.
- Rescue: Employ suitable methods and equipment to remove victims from hazards.
- Evacuate: Transport victim to safety.
Governing Principles
- Avoid actions that could harm or complicate the rescue.
- Preparation time spent on scene is valuable for hazard control.
- Maintain visual and verbal contact with victims when possible.
- Encourage and support victims in self-rescue efforts.
Risk Assessment Considerations
- Identify various hazards posed to victims.
- Assess the ability of First Responders to control these hazards.
- Evaluate the likelihood of hazards causing harm or fatalities.
- Analyze the expected benefits of any intervention.
Critical Risk Assessment Factors
- Three gas monitoring is inadequate for technical rescues but acceptable for initial operations.
- The fastest rescue may not equate to the safest.
- Structural or trench collapses may require specialized engineering solutions.
- Collapses can exceed safety ratings of rescue equipment.
Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Establish an Incident Commander (IC).
- Clearly mark isolation zones to manage safety.
- Develop and communicate incident objectives.
- Identify and control hazards effectively.
Policy Guidelines
- Tasks must not exceed personnel's certification levels.
- Utilize an incident checklist for procedural consistency; updates permitted at Fire Chief's discretion.
Control Zones Details
- Hot Zone: 100’ for trench; 500’ around structural collapse; defined by fall hazards.
- Warm Zone: 100-250’ for falling debris and complications.
- Cold Zone: 250’+ for secondary collapse and other hazards, with apparatus staging.
Trench Rescue Considerations
- Reconnaissance from the narrow end with limited personnel and lower ladders for victim self-evacuation.
- Protective gear necessitated when entering trenches; ensure no collapse risk before doing so.
Rope Rescue Protocol
- Low-angle rescues utilize stokes baskets as per aerial driver training manual.
- Aerial towers suitable for two-person rope systems, with a focus on preventing shock loading.
- TRT presence required for high-angle or steep rescues; repel operations from aerial units are barred.
- Travel restrictions should be established within 10 feet of significant fall hazards.
Structural Collapse Protocol
- First responders must evaluate the scene before entering a collapsed structure and await TRT assessment.
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This quiz focuses on the guidelines for initial actions during technical rescues as outlined in Appendix J. It covers critical support for first responders and strategies for enhancing the efficiency of the Technical Rescue Team (TRT) in emergency situations. Test your knowledge on risk assessment and rescue frameworks.
