17 Questions
What is the first arriving unit required to do?
Contact Dispatch and provide specific information
What does the Incident Command (IC) need to designate?
At least one fire suppression team and at least one extrication team
What assessment should be performed by the IC or another member according to the text?
360 assessment to identify Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) placards
What should be assumed about the vehicles?
They may have undeployed airbags and alternative fuel power.
What is recommended regarding the presence of airbags in vehicles?
Assume every area of the vehicle contains an undeployed airbag and work around them.
What is a potential issue with electric or hybrid vehicles?
They have a lack of engine noise when running.
What should be used to develop an initial incident action plan and for ongoing operations?
DOT Emergency Response guidebook
What should be assumed about the engine of electric or hybrid vehicles?
It may appear to be shut down even when it is still running.
What is a responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) at the scene?
Ensure gross decontamination is performed before releasing units from the scene.
What is a potential issue with vehicle stability during extrication activity?
Vehicle stability can be compromised without warning.
What should be assumed about the presence of hazardous materials at a scene?
Assume gross decontamination is necessary if personnel were exposed to potentially harmful substances.
What safety precautions are advised for placing stabilization equipment against electric or hybrid vehicles?
Use extreme caution to avoid damaging the battery cell
What should the fire suppression team do during preextrication fire suppression operations for alternative fuel vehicles?
Have at least one firefighter keep a charged line trained on the extrication team and their activities
What action is advised if it reasonably appears that hazardous materials are present, including leaking or venting motor fuel, LP, or CNG?
Call for any additional resources required
What should personnel do when advised that full PPE is not needed during extrication operations for alternative fuel vehicles?
Wear no less than the following PPE: Helmet, eye protection, and extrication gloves with medical grade nitrile or latex gloves underneath
What should be done when developing an initial incident action plan in the presence of hazardous materials indicators or conditions?
Develop an initial incident action plan and respond in accordance with the DOT Emergency Action Guide and the Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure
What priority positions should be given to apparatus during resource deployment?
Units with extrication systems and equipment, Fire suppression units, EMS
Test your knowledge of the arrival and on-scene procedures for Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department units responding to vehicle extrication incidents. This quiz covers the first five minutes of response and corresponding policies.
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