Tulsa Fire Department: Storm/Disaster Response Guideline

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What is the first action taken by the FAO when a tornado warning is issued for Tulsa?

Notify the Fire Chief about the warning

Contact the on-duty assistant chief for assessment (correct)

Send a drop to all fire stations immediately

Activate the Storm Disaster Response Call List

Which procedure should not be followed if a fire station is in the path of a tornado?

Keep away from windows

Immediately respond to emergencies with no delay (correct)

Monitor a local news station

Shelter in place

What is the purpose of the windshield survey after storm damage?

To assess damage for insurance purposes

To verify that all personnel are accounted for

To gauge the immediate needs before other agencies respond (correct)

To provide real-time updates to the media

During a tornado warning, which of the following actions is recommended for personnel?

Stay on the lower floor of the station Signup and view all the answers

What does early activation of the EOC help with during large-scale disasters?

Facilitating better communication among responding agencies Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if conditions warrant notifying fire stations?

Send a drop and broadcast an emergency radio alert Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding personnel sheltering during severe storms is false?

All personnel should shelter near windows Signup and view all the answers

What will not likely be included in the unified command during the initial response?

Civilian volunteers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the district chief following the report of storm damage?

Establish command with a unified strategy. Signup and view all the answers

What action occurs immediately after an extensive area of storm damage is reported?

An SDR is triggered and a district chief is dispatched. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the incident commander (IC) as listed in the procedures?

Conducting the final inspection of the stations. Signup and view all the answers

How is the geographical area of operation for the incident command system branches determined?

By the needs identified during initial assessments. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the communication process after an SDR is identified?

Designated sub fleets are utilized by the responding district chief. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key objectives the IC must accomplish quickly?

Perform rapid damage assessment through windshield surveys. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of resource management, what is the purpose of prioritizing and dispatching resources?

To handle both individual and collective calls for assistance. Signup and view all the answers

Upon dispatch of the district chief to the SDR area, which position must be notified?

The assistant chief. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary task of the assistant chief and communications officer upon initiation of the SDR?

Prioritizing incoming calls for assistance. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the response to storm damage from that of individual location incidents?

Storm damage involves unique geographic challenges. Signup and view all the answers

During the windshield survey, what is most crucial for the fire company's assessment?

Completing the survey without interruption. Signup and view all the answers

What should be the focus when identifying target hazard sites within an incident perimeter?

High life and environmental hazards only. Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action when no suitable shelter exists?

Establish a temporary structure. Signup and view all the answers

In areas with significant damage, what should occupants be instructed to do?

Shelter in place if safe. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing a priority list by the IC after identifying target hazards?

To enhance search and rescue efforts. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the IC to coordinate fire company response routes?

To prevent overlap of response routes. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Strategic and Tactical Considerations

Catastrophic Event and Disaster Response

Storm response policy addresses two topics: pre-storm procedures and initial response after storm damage
Pre-storm procedures include:
- National Weather Service issuing a tornado warning for the City of Tulsa
- FAO contacting the on-duty assistant chief to determine if fire stations need to be notified
- Notifying fire stations to monitor local news and shelter in place if necessary
- Captain's judgment on whether to respond immediately or delay response
- Sending an alert to the Storm Disaster Response (SDR) Call List

Pre-Storm Procedures

If a fire station is in the path of a possible tornado, personnel should:
- Shelter in place
- Keep away from windows and large open areas
- Stay on the lower floor in areas resistant to storm damage

Post-Storm Procedures

Station Assessment

District chief initiates communication with fire stations to determine:
- Station condition
- Personnel status
- Ability to respond to emergencies

Initial Response

Any report of extensive storm damage to multiple properties triggers an SDR
SDR notification to FAO initiates dispatch of:
- District chief
- Class A assignment
- Additional companies
District chief's functions include:
- Establishing command and unified command
- Conducting rapid damage assessment through "windshield surveys"
- Determining geographical area of operations
- Determining immediate resource needs

Rapid Damage Assessment

Companies conduct windshield surveys to establish a storm damage perimeter
IC coordinates company response routes to ensure thorough assessment and prevent overlap
Company officers identify damaged areas and develop a list of target hazard sites
IC establishes a priority list for further search and rescue efforts
Companies understand the importance of completing the windshield survey before rendering aid

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This quiz covers the Tulsa Fire Department's guidelines for storm and disaster response, including pre-storm procedures and post-storm response strategies.