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What is the first step to take when entering the water for a rescue?
What is the first step to take when entering the water for a rescue?
- Search the shoreline for evidence of the victim
- Wait for the Dive Rescue Team to arrive
- Mark the line tender's location
- Don the Cold Water Survival Suit and secure a rope to it and a fixed object out of the water (correct)
What is the purpose of marking the last seen location with the float?
What is the purpose of marking the last seen location with the float?
- To triangulate the location of the victim
- To secure the area for the arrival of the Ambulance/Squad
- To mark the location of the Dive Team Leader
- To indicate the location of the victim to the Dive Rescue Team (correct)
What should the person tending the rope do while the rescuer is in the water?
What should the person tending the rope do while the rescuer is in the water?
- Search the shoreline for evidence of the victim
- Move around the area to get a better view
- Assist with the Cold Water Survival Suit Rescue
- Remain exactly in the same location and wear a personal floatation device (PFD) (correct)
What is the role of the first arriving company officer in an incident command?
What is the role of the first arriving company officer in an incident command?
When is the use of a pike pole or other device to hook the victim acceptable?
When is the use of a pike pole or other device to hook the victim acceptable?
What should the rescuer do if they are hesitant about how to proceed with the rescue?
What should the rescuer do if they are hesitant about how to proceed with the rescue?
What is the responsibility of the Dive Team Leader?
What is the responsibility of the Dive Team Leader?
What is required of all rescuers within ten feet of the water's edge?
What is required of all rescuers within ten feet of the water's edge?
What is the primary responsibility of shift personnel upon confirming a victim in water or on ice?
What is the primary responsibility of shift personnel upon confirming a victim in water or on ice?
What is the purpose of obtaining a 'complete history' of the incident?
What is the purpose of obtaining a 'complete history' of the incident?
What is the role of the Safety Diver in a dive operation?
What is the role of the Safety Diver in a dive operation?
What must be done if the rescue involves a domestic animal or family pet?
What must be done if the rescue involves a domestic animal or family pet?
What type of suit is to be worn when entering cold water during a rescue operation?
What type of suit is to be worn when entering cold water during a rescue operation?
What is the purpose of the 90% Diver?
What is the purpose of the 90% Diver?
How should the last known location of the victim be marked during a water or ice emergency response?
How should the last known location of the victim be marked during a water or ice emergency response?
Who is responsible for reviewing exceptions to the SOG's?
Who is responsible for reviewing exceptions to the SOG's?
Which of the following correctly reflects the policy regarding unsafe actions during an operation?
Which of the following correctly reflects the policy regarding unsafe actions during an operation?
What is the maximum number of dive teams a Shore Master can manage?
What is the maximum number of dive teams a Shore Master can manage?
What is the purpose of Boat 1 in the operation?
What is the purpose of Boat 1 in the operation?
Which of the following is NOT part of the initial procedure following confirmation of a victim in water or on ice?
Which of the following is NOT part of the initial procedure following confirmation of a victim in water or on ice?
What is the re-evaluation date set for the Standard Operating Guidelines on Water and Ice Rescue?
What is the re-evaluation date set for the Standard Operating Guidelines on Water and Ice Rescue?
What takes precedence in case of conflict between MABAS Illinois Policies and HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines?
What takes precedence in case of conflict between MABAS Illinois Policies and HEFD Standard Operating Guidelines?
What is the reference for cold water survival suit operations in the HEFD?
What is the reference for cold water survival suit operations in the HEFD?
Who should fill the positions of Shore Branch, Boat Branch, and Rehab/Staging?
Who should fill the positions of Shore Branch, Boat Branch, and Rehab/Staging?
Which role is responsible for the overall safety and efficiency of the dive team, and directs all SCUBA rescue and recovery operations?
Which role is responsible for the overall safety and efficiency of the dive team, and directs all SCUBA rescue and recovery operations?
Which role is responsible for the safe and efficient use of boats during rescue and recovery diving, and directs all boat operations?
Which role is responsible for the safe and efficient use of boats during rescue and recovery diving, and directs all boat operations?
Which role is responsible for controlling designated search patterns through a system of ropes and predetermined rope signals?
Which role is responsible for controlling designated search patterns through a system of ropes and predetermined rope signals?
Which role is responsible for providing visual coordinates to help divers locate the victim or object?
Which role is responsible for providing visual coordinates to help divers locate the victim or object?
In a large-scale operation, which role is directly responsible for ensuring the safety and efficient actions of the divers while they are in the water?
In a large-scale operation, which role is directly responsible for ensuring the safety and efficient actions of the divers while they are in the water?
Which role is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of a specific group of divers?
Which role is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of a specific group of divers?
According to the provided information, what is the minimum distance boat operators must maintain from an area where divers are known to be working?
According to the provided information, what is the minimum distance boat operators must maintain from an area where divers are known to be working?
Which of the following scenarios would require the use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or safety rope for all Fire Department personnel and non-fire department personnel?
Which of the following scenarios would require the use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or safety rope for all Fire Department personnel and non-fire department personnel?
In the absence of the Dive Team Leader, who is authorized to take control of in-water dive operations?
In the absence of the Dive Team Leader, who is authorized to take control of in-water dive operations?
What information is crucial for determining the appropriate rescue technique?
What information is crucial for determining the appropriate rescue technique?
Who is responsible for requesting additional resources during a dive operation?
Who is responsible for requesting additional resources during a dive operation?
How does a diver communicate their ability to perform a rescue or recovery?
How does a diver communicate their ability to perform a rescue or recovery?
Which of the following actions is prohibited when personnel are wearing dive gear?
Which of the following actions is prohibited when personnel are wearing dive gear?
What is the primary role of support personnel during a dive operation?
What is the primary role of support personnel during a dive operation?
What is the rationale for having two MICU ambulances at the scene of a dive operation?
What is the rationale for having two MICU ambulances at the scene of a dive operation?
Who is responsible for making requests for any diving or non-diving equipment during a dive operation?
Who is responsible for making requests for any diving or non-diving equipment during a dive operation?
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Study Notes
Water and Ice Rescue
Purpose
- To provide a safe understanding of the needs to complete a safe Underwater or Ice Emergency Response.
Policy
- All members will operate in a safe and efficient manner.
- No unsafe action will jeopardize the safety of members.
Procedure
- Upon confirmation of a victim in the water or on the ice, request a MABAS Underwater Dive Box.
- Upon arriving on the scene, gather information on what happened and where it occurred.
- If the rescue is for a domestic animal/family pet, cease all attempts for rescue post-submersion.
Shift Personnel and Non-Divers
- Wear the Cold Water Survival Suit and mark the last known location of the victim.
- Triangulate the area where the victim was last seen.
- Prepare for the Cold Water Survival Suit Rescue.
- Secure the area for the arrival of the Dive Rescue Team.
Ambulance/Squad
- Assist with triangulation.
- Search the shoreline for evidence of the victim.
- Assist with the Cold Water Survival Suit Rescue.
- Prepare for the victim.
Incident Command
- Obtain information from the first arriving company officer.
- Establish a visible command post.
- Confirm Box alarm request.
- Establish staging and rehab.
- Prepare for incoming companies.
Dive Divisions/Groups and Divers
- The first arriving diver assumes the Dive Team Leader responsibilities (Dive Operations).
- Dive Operations establishes a plan of action with command.
- Dive Operations briefs and updates the MABAS 1 incoming Dive Team Leader.
- MABAS 1 Dive Team Leader assumes responsibilities of Dive Operations.
Safety
- All guidelines and rescue techniques used by divers follow MABAS and Department guidelines and training.
- Dive Operations requests diving or non-diving equipment.
- Two MICU ambulances remain at the scene while rescue personnel are working in or around the water.
Definitions
- Dive Team Leader (Operations): Responsible for the overall safe and efficient duties of the dive team.
- Shore Branch: Responsible for dive safety and efficient actions while divers are in the water.
- Boat Branch: Responsible for the safe and efficient use of boats in rescue and recovery diving.
- Group Supervisor: Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the group of divers assigned.
- Diver: Responsible for the safe and efficient execution of designated search patterns.
- Line Tender: Responsible for controlling designated search patterns through a system utilizing ropes and predetermined rope signals.
- Boat Operators: Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the boat assigned.
- Spotter: Responsible for visual coordinates to aid divers in locating the victim or object.
- Safety Diver: Responsible for rendering aid to any team member as needed.
- 90% Diver: A diver dressed to the point where becoming fully dressed and operational would take minimal time.
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