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16 Cards in this Set
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how many SBCA's are required beyond each apparatus?
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At least one SCBA per company member
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who is required to wear an SCBA and PASS device
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all personnel working in situations where respiratory – threatening atmospheres exist or where such atmospheres are likely to develop. .
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When not in use, where should each SCBA be stored?
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In its mounting bracket secured by a restraining strap or a seatbelt
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when will SCBA's be warned in "Worn ready for use?
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By personnel operating in a situation where the atmosphere is not contaminated or oxygen deficient but that the possibility exists that such a condition could develop
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an SCBA will be worn with the face piece during which times?
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1) insider structure were contaminated atmosphere is known to exist
2) at an outdoors incident that is known to produce toxic smoke – vehicle fire, dumpster fire, hazmat incident 3) and oxygen deficient atmosphere 4) areas subject to explosion 5) on a roof or floor above fire 6) CO exceeding 50 ppm 7) any situation where a contaminated or oxygen deficient atmosphere is suspected |
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whose responsibility is it to see the SCBA's are utilized when needed?
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Each company officer. the IC and safety officer will monitor each incident to assure appropriate use of SCBA's
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what happens in the case of a smoke inhalation or respiratory injury?
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The safety office will conduct a thorough investigation
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what should be checked by all personnel before entering an IDLH atmosphere?
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Visually check the mechanical pressure gauge located on the shoulder strap of the "heads-up display" to ensure the amount of air supply in the attached cylinder.
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What factors affect an individual's air consumption rate?
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Temperature and workload
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when does the Vibralert system activate?
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when the SCBA air supply reaches 1000 PSI or 1/4 of the total air supply.
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What are the SOG's defines as "emergency" air?
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When the Vibralert System Is Activated
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what actions should the affected member take once the SCBA Vibralert system is activated?
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Immediately exit the IDLH atmosphere
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Who should be notified when crews exit?
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The Division Officer, Operations Officer, IC
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Once the IC has decided to the IDLH atmosphere is has sufficiently dissipated toward removal of SCBA, what must be worn?
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N-95 filter mask and helmet with eye protection
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when must an SCBA and PASS device be inspected?
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at the beginning of each shift and immediately upon receipt of a replacement SCBA
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why should the regulator be carried in its holder?
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To prevent brie and water from entering and impeding its operation.
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