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13 Cards in this Set
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Order of priority is? OLRO acronym |
1. Occupants most severely threatened 2. Largest group of occupants 3. Remaining occupants within the building involved 4. Occupants in exposed areas |
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Primary search is? |
Rapid but thorough search of all areas that can be entered safely Purpose to find and remove all occupants to safety Emphasis on speed but not at the expense of thoroughness |
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Checking internal indicators include? |
Doors locked internally Cooking on the stove Meals left on the table If appliances are left on This will assist in identifying if any occupants are inside |
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Areas of priority are? |
Known and suspected areas Entry and exit points/routes Ventilation points such as windows and balconies Other areas |
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Secondary search is when? |
The situation is under control and fire has been contained Way to confirm casualties and account for all occupants Emphasis on thoroughness |
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Before entering a room? |
Stay low in heat and smoke Follow correct door entry procedure Check your footing Poor visibility get down low Be aware of sharp objects |
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Searching actions? |
Work in pairs Mark any unsafe areas When moving plant and sweep with front foot and keeping a hand in front of your face Shuffle when appropriate Shout fire brigade continuously When feeling for hot surfaces use the back of your hand/glove Use slow deliberate movements |
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Room search involves? |
Enter in ours turn in the same direction as the door opens and follow room around the wall Be aware of hot spots Cross room diagonally Feel under on and around beds, furniture, ensuites, walk in robes Look for hiding places At windows and behind drapes and outside of windows Place furniture at doorway to indicate room has been searched Keep IC informed |
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What to do when walking on stairs? |
Stay as close as you can to the wall and do not move up or down stairs quickly |
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Actions if you are lost or trapped? |
Sound BA distress alarm Operate the personal radio duress button Move away from fire/danger Move to an exit point if you can find one If possible move down the building Close doors behind you to prevent spread of fire Use personal radio to contact IC Locate and follow your hose line |
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When should the power be disconnected? |
Structure is affected by fire Structure is damaged by water and storm, earthquake Electric wires have been dislodged or broken Concerns for the safety of crews |
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Methods of rescue? |
Piggy back Backward drag Human crutch Fore aft carry Two, three and four handed seat Dragging chair Using blanket |
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When establishing a search pattern and conducting a primary search you should? |
Commence at the point closest to the fire Work towards fresh air and safety Check any areas where people may seek shelter |
