G-VIOL Violent Related Incidents Part 1

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Who is responsible for the safety of personnel when responding to incidents?

The Incident Commander

The TFS Communications Division

The Company Officer (correct)

The Call-Taker/Dispatcher

How does the TFS Communications Division relay additional information to responding crews for potentially violent incidents?

Verbal updates only via the onboard radio

Electronic updates to the MDT in apparatus and verbal updates via the onboard radio (correct)

Only through the Incident Commander

Written updates only via the incident report

What is the purpose of the risk assessment performed by the Company Officer?

To evaluate the safety risk of the incident (correct)

To identify the type of emergency response required

To determine the level of TFS involvement

To decide whether to request police assistance

What is an example of how the Dispatcher will communicate potential danger to the Incident Commander?

DC 42, you have a Code 2 Signup and view all the answers

When should the Company Officer request clarification of call information?

If necessary, based on the risk assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the factors the Company Officer considers when evaluating the safety risk of an incident?

Ongoing violence or potential violence Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Incident Commander in regard to safety risks?

To receive notifications of potential danger from the Dispatcher Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Toronto Fire Services when responding to incidents?

Protecting the safety of its employees Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when responding to a medical incident in a high-rise building where there is a possible threat of violence?

Take the stairs or the elevator to the floor below the reported unit/floor and then ascend via stairs Signup and view all the answers

What should the Company Officer do upon arriving at the scene?

Visualize the incident scene to identify any specific safety risks and access and egress points Signup and view all the answers

Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, what are firefighters exempt from?

The right to refuse work where the circumstances are inherent in their work Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you identify a visible safety risk upon arriving at the scene?

Move to a Staging Area and monitor the situation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when deciding to Stage?

Ensuring the safety of the crew and patient Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you encounter problematic behavior from a patient?

Evaluate the reasons for the behavior, such as metabolic causes Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the apparatus driver during an incident response?

To monitor the on-board MDT for messages from Communications Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are uncertain about personal and/or patient safety at the scene?

Request assistance from the Toronto Police Services Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal when responding to a medical incident in a high-rise building?

Ensuring personal and patient safety Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if there is a visible safety risk at the scene?

Move to a Staging Area and monitor the situation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Safety Guidelines for Toronto Fire Services

Toronto Fire Services prioritizes the safety of its employees when responding to incidents, protecting life, property, and the environment.

Communications

The TFS Communications Division relays additional information to responding crews for potentially violent incidents as it becomes available.
Information is communicated to assigned apparatus through:
- Electronic updates to the MDT in apparatus.
- Verbal updates from the Call-Taker/Dispatcher to the responding apparatus via the onboard radio prior to arrival at the scene.
If Communications receives information indicating potential danger, the Dispatcher will radio the Incident Commander to notify them using Code 2.

Scene Safety Assessment

Risk assessments are performed on an ongoing basis, with decisions made about the level of TFS involvement based on the ongoing risk assessment.
Company Officers evaluate available information to determine specific safety risks based on factors such as:
- Ongoing violence or potential violence.
- Use of weapons.
- Persons in crisis.
- Assailant still on scene or in vicinity.
- Hostile environment.
- Fire or other chemicals involved.
- Allied Emergency Services directing Fire Services to delay service.
- Other safety risks.

Risk Assessment and Decision-Making

When responding to medical incidents in high-rise buildings with potential violence, consider taking the stairs or taking the elevator to the floor below the reported unit/floor and then ascending via stairs.
Ensure Communications is notified, and patient contact delay is minimized to the best of your ability.
Upon arriving at the scene, the Company Officer must visualize the incident scene to identify specific safety risks and access and egress points.
Firefighters are responsible for assessing the environment to determine potential hazards to patient(s) and/or crew, considering their responsibility under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Risk Identified (Decision made to Stage)

If there is a visible safety risk, the crew and/or apparatus must move to a Staging Area.
From the Staging Area, crews must safely visualize access and egress points of the scene to monitor the status of the specific safety risk and wait for the arrival of Allied Emergency Services.
The decision to Stage must include recognizing and evaluating the reasons for problematic behavior to ensure crews are not jeopardizing the patient's life, health, or safety.

Risk Not Immediately Identified (Decision made to attend Scene)

Upon arrival at the scene, the Company Officer shall perform an assessment of the environment and identify points of access and egress.
The Company Officer will identify obvious and potential hazards to their crew, patient, and the public.
Ensure the scene environment is safe with no danger to self or others.
The Company Officer shall determine the need for additional resources and utilize appropriate TFS issued PPE.
If danger exists, or there is uncertainty regarding personal and/or patient safety, request assistance from the Toronto Police Services immediately.

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Learn about the safety protocols in place for Toronto Fire Services personnel, including assessing potential violent situations and communicating crucial information.