Tulsa Fire Dept. EOG - Emergency Response Guidelines

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Who is responsible for making all medical decisions once the TTTF is deployed?

The Tactical Team Leader (TTFL)

The Unified Command (UC)

The Staging Area Manager (SAM)

The Medical lead (paramedic) (correct)

What should the paramedic do if an injured person requires immediate transport?

Directly transport them to the hospital.

Notify the Unified Command immediately.

Communicate this to the TFTL. (correct)

Call for additional medical personnel.

What is the primary function of the Staging Area Manager (SAM)?

To engage with armed assailants.

To check in personnel arriving at the scene. (correct)

To oversee the transport of casualties.

To provide medical care to injured persons.

If the TTTF encounters an armed assailant, what action will the TFTL take?

Assign part of the Security Contingent to engage. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing a Casualty Collection Point?

To triage and track injuries effectively. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should the Search Team do unless there is a specific threat?

Shelter all located occupants inside the structure. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How will TFD members communicate during the operation?

Using their assigned tactical channel unless instructed otherwise. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must be established before evacuating occupants from the structure?

A secure relocation site outside. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the area identified as the potential kill zone referred to?

Inner Zone (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the relocation site?

To identify and interview evacuated occupants (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which area is designated for media briefings?

Media Area (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the outer perimeter represent in this context?

Warm Zone (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the reunification site?

The affected business (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the ST during an incident?

Establishing a secure corridor within the structure (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for assigning personnel at all junctures within the secure corridor?

The ST (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered for personnel involved in extended operations?

Constant rotation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should the TTTF consist of at a minimum?

At least one paramedic and four firefighters (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where are injured persons evacuated to for treatment?

Casualty Collection Points (C) Signup and view all the answers

What frequency does the TFTL monitor for communications?

Main frequency (A) Signup and view all the answers

What major role does the Command Post play during an incident?

To coordinate all operations related to the incident (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing a secure corridor?

To prevent suspects from escaping (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should personnel be positioned along the secure corridor?

With direct line of sight between positions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who will direct the movements of the TTTF once deployed?

The TTTL (C) Signup and view all the answers

When can the deployment of the TTTF occur?

Prior to the total neutralization of an active assailant (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

EOG Amendment - EA 2018-2

Search Team (ST)

Consists of law enforcement personnel and remains on the Main frequency
Responsible for a room-by-room search of the structure to identify occupants and potential threats
Establishes a "secure corridor" with personnel at junctures for safety
Assigns personnel to provide overwatch for live occupants inside the structure

Tactical Triage Task Force (TTTF)

Deploys prior to total neutralization of the active assailant and clearing of the structure
Consists of:
- Security Contingent: at least 2 law enforcement officers
- Medical Contingent: at least 1 paramedic and 4 firefighters
TTTF Team Leader (TFTL) directs movements and monitors communications with the Contact Team
Assistant Task Force Team Leader (ATFTL) monitors the Interior frequency
Paramedic makes medical decisions and determines need for immediate transport
Firefighters assist with transport of injured persons

Exterior Operations

Command Post (CP) makes assignments for exterior operations
Staging Area: for incoming personnel, with a Staging Area Manager (SAM) responsible for checking in personnel
Perimeters: multiple perimeters may be established, including inner and outer perimeters
Casualty Collection Points: for injured persons evacuated from the structure
Relocation Site: a secure location outside the affected structure for occupants who have been evacuated
Reunification Site: a designated location for family and friends of possible occupants
Media Area: designated for media briefings, away from the CP and other sites

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Learn about the Emergency Operating Guidelines (EOG) of the Tulsa Fire Department, specifically the EOG Amendment EA 2018-2, which outlines procedures for search and rescue operations.