Vehicle Extrication Operations Guidelines
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What is the primary purpose of the procedure outlined in the text?

  • To outline the steps for conducting a 360 assessment of hazardous materials at a fire scene
  • To designate roles and responsibilities for personnel accountability during fire suppression
  • To provide arrival and on-scene procedures for the fire department units responding to vehicle extrication incidents (correct)
  • To establish guidelines for coordinating with dispatch during fire incidents

    • What information should the first arriving unit provide to dispatch according to the procedure?

  • Location coordinates, description of the incident, and number of casualties
  • Unit on-scene, initial scene size-up, and unit establishing Incident Command (IC) (correct)
  • Number of personnel required for extrication, type of tools needed, and estimated time of arrival
  • Details of any hazardous materials present, number of vehicles involved, and weather conditions

    • What tools and personnel should be confirmed as dispatched by the first arriving unit's Incident Command (IC)?

  • Full vehicle extrication tools and personnel trained in their use (correct)
  • High visibility safety vests and personal protective equipment for all responding units
  • Search and rescue equipment along with personnel experienced in HAZMAT handling
  • Fire suppression tools and personnel trained in building collapse rescue operations

    • What is one of the responsibilities of the IC according to the procedure?

    <p>Designate at least one fire suppression team and at least one extrication team with an assigned officer for each</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item should be used to develop an initial incident action plan and for ongoing operations?

    <p>DOT Emergency Response guidebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members assume about vehicles until reasonably confirmed otherwise?

    <p>They are hybrid, electric, or alternative fuel powered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to confirm the engine is shut down in electric or hybrid vehicles?

    <p>Follow the manufacturer's recommendations in the alternative fuel emergency field guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assumed about airbags unless advised otherwise?

    <p>They can deploy without warning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can pillars and panels of vehicles contain?

    <p>Wiring and compressed gas cylinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Assessment of leaking or venting motor fuel and other hazardous materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be taken into account regarding the presence of lithium-ion batteries during vehicle extrication?

    <p>Off-gassing or signs of thermal runaway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should suppression and extrication operations begin if hazardous materials are reasonably present?

    <p>After approval by the Incident Commander or Incident Safety Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a priority position for resource deployment during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Units with extrication systems and equipment, fire suppression units, and EMS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do regarding personal protective equipment (PPE) during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Don and remain in full PPE and follow specific guidelines for alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles?

    <p>Extreme caution should be exercised</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many firefighters should the extrication team consist of?

    <p>The minimum number necessary for safe and efficient operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assumed about airbags unless advised otherwise?

    <p>They can deploy without warning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration regarding the presence of lithium-ion batteries during vehicle extrication?

    <p>They may pose a fire risk and require specific handling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should suppression and extrication units be released if hazardous materials were reasonably present?

    <p>After adequate gross decontamination is performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the Incident Command (IC) according to the procedure?

    <p>Ensuring adequate gross decontamination is performed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do regarding personal protective equipment (PPE) during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Wear PPE appropriate for potential hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to develop an initial incident action plan and for ongoing operations?

    <p>Current alternative fuel emergency field guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can pillars and panels of vehicles contain?

    <p>Wiring and compressed gas cylinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members assume about vehicles until reasonably confirmed otherwise?

    <p>All vehicles are hybrid, electric, or alternative fuel powered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tools and personnel should be confirmed as dispatched by the first arriving unit's Incident Command (IC)?

    <p>Appropriate stabilization and extrication tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles?

    <p>Potential risk of battery fire during stabilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the procedure outlined in the text when units are responding to an incident involving extrication from a motor vehicle accident?

    <p>To provide arrival and on-scene procedures for vehicle extrication incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members assume about vehicles until reasonably confirmed otherwise?

    <p>That they contain hazardous materials (HAZMAT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Performing a 360 assessment to identify hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tools and personnel should be confirmed as dispatched by the first arriving unit's Incident Command (IC)?

    <p>Hydraulic extrication systems, cribbing, bracing, shoring, and blocking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assumed about airbags unless advised otherwise?

    <p>They are armed and may deploy during extrication operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should suppression and extrication operations begin if hazardous materials are reasonably present?

    <p>After identifying if there are hazardous materials (HAZMAT) placards on the vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles?

    <p>Avoiding contact with lithium-ion batteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If equipped with a keyless start, how far should the fob be removed?

    <p>20ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a priority position for resource deployment during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Units with extrication systems and equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should suppression and extrication operations begin if hazardous materials are reasonably present?

    <p>After approval by the Incident Commander or Incident Safety Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An extrication team should consist of an officer and How many firefighters?

    <p>$2-3$ firefighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do regarding personal protective equipment (PPE) during vehicle extrication operations?

    <p>Don and remain in full PPE during operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles?

    <p>Checking for overhead wires nearby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tools and personnel should be confirmed as dispatched by the first arriving unit's Incident Command (IC)?

    <p>Extrication systems and equipment, fire suppression units, and EMS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members assume about vehicles until reasonably confirmed otherwise?

    <p>They may contain airbags, hazardous materials, or victims until confirmed otherwise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vehicle Extrication Operations - Key Points

    • The text provides guidelines for vehicle extrication operations, particularly for alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles.
    • Badges or labels indicating alternative fuel vehicles include electric, hybrid, high voltage, zero emission, compressed natural gas, liquid natural gas, liquid propane gas, liquid/compressed hydrogen, and overhead wires.
    • It's important to consider leaking or venting motor fuel, liquid propane, compressed natural gas, or other hazardous materials during extrication operations.
    • The presence of lithium-ion batteries off-gassing or showing signs of thermal runaway should be taken into account.
    • The total number of victims, number of entrapped victims, and any other conditions that could interfere with extrication operations should be assessed.
    • If a commercial vehicle is involved, efforts should be made to locate the driver and determine the presence of hazardous materials.
    • Initial incident action plan should be developed if indicators or conditions of hazardous materials are present, in accordance with the DOT Emergency Action Guide and the department's Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure.
    • Suppression and extrication operations should not begin if hazardous materials are reasonably present until approved by the Incident Commander or Incident Safety Officer.
    • Priority positions for resource deployment should be given to units with extrication systems and equipment, fire suppression units, and EMS.
    • Personnel should don and remain in full personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow specific guidelines for alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles during operations.
    • Fire suppression activities should be in accordance with Traffic Collisions and Vehicle Fire Response Procedure, and extreme caution should be exercised when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles.
    • The extrication team should consist of an officer and a minimum of two firefighters and follow specific procedures for extrication from alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles.

    Vehicle Extrication Operations - Key Points

    • The text provides guidelines for vehicle extrication operations, particularly for alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles.
    • Badges or labels indicating alternative fuel vehicles include electric, hybrid, high voltage, zero emission, compressed natural gas, liquid natural gas, liquid propane gas, liquid/compressed hydrogen, and overhead wires.
    • It's important to consider leaking or venting motor fuel, liquid propane, compressed natural gas, or other hazardous materials during extrication operations.
    • The presence of lithium-ion batteries off-gassing or showing signs of thermal runaway should be taken into account.
    • The total number of victims, number of entrapped victims, and any other conditions that could interfere with extrication operations should be assessed.
    • If a commercial vehicle is involved, efforts should be made to locate the driver and determine the presence of hazardous materials.
    • Initial incident action plan should be developed if indicators or conditions of hazardous materials are present, in accordance with the DOT Emergency Action Guide and the department's Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure.
    • Suppression and extrication operations should not begin if hazardous materials are reasonably present until approved by the Incident Commander or Incident Safety Officer.
    • Priority positions for resource deployment should be given to units with extrication systems and equipment, fire suppression units, and EMS.
    • Personnel should don and remain in full personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow specific guidelines for alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles during operations.
    • Fire suppression activities should be in accordance with Traffic Collisions and Vehicle Fire Response Procedure, and extreme caution should be exercised when placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles.
    • The extrication team should consist of an officer and a minimum of two firefighters and follow specific procedures for extrication from alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid vehicles.

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