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What is the first step for Chesapeake Fire Department units responding to vehicle extrication incidents?
What is the first step for Chesapeake Fire Department units responding to vehicle extrication incidents?
- Coordinate with EMS
- Perform a 360 assessment of the scene
- Establish personnel accountability
- Contact the Emergency Communications Center (correct)
Who should designate fire suppression and extrication teams at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
Who should designate fire suppression and extrication teams at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
- Incident Commander (IC (correct)
- EMS
- Emergency Communications Center
- Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure
Which procedure should be followed if hazardous materials are present at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
Which procedure should be followed if hazardous materials are present at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
- Extrication Procedure
- Emergency Communications Center Procedure
- Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure (correct)
- Fire Suppression Procedure
What should personnel do after wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should personnel do after wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the fire suppression team do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the fire suppression team do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the extrication team do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the extrication team do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should personnel be aware of when dealing with airbags at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should personnel be aware of when dealing with airbags at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What may pillars and panels contain at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What may pillars and panels contain at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should be planned and placed prior to engaging in extrication at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should be planned and placed prior to engaging in extrication at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the Incident Commander (IC) do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
What should the Incident Commander (IC) do at the scene of a vehicle extrication incident?
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Study Notes
- This procedure is for Chesapeake Fire Department units responding to vehicle extrication incidents.
- The first arriving unit should contact the Emergency Communications Center and confirm dispatch of extrication tools and personnel.
- The Incident Commander (IC) should designate fire suppression and extrication teams, establish personnel accountability, and perform a 360 assessment of the scene.
- If hazardous materials are present, the Hazardous Materials Initial Incident Response Procedure should be followed.
- Personnel should wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and remain with their assigned apparatus until directed otherwise.
- The fire suppression team should keep a charged line trained on the extrication team and prop open doors, hoods, and trunk lids.
- The extrication team should establish a marked extrication zone, bring necessary tools, and coordinate with EMS.
- Airbags can deploy without warning, and energized vehicles can be dangerous.
- Pillars and panels may contain wiring and compressed gas cylinders.
- Appropriate stabilization should be planned and placed prior to engaging in extrication.
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