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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Section 14
The primary objective in handling hazardous materials incidents is to protect the health and safety of both civilians and firefighters. The secondary objective is to ________________________.
protect the environment

Reference: Operations>Section 14.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_____________are conditional in that emergency personnel, not in proper chemical protective clothing, shall not be inordinately exposed to the hazardous materials.
Rescue operations

Reference: Operations>Section 14.2.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
An appraisal of the conditions at a hazardous materials incident shall be made to classify the incident as to its __________. This identification of condition sets into motion activities to support the incident.
severity

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Describe Haz–Mat Condition I.
No hazardous condition visible or occurring

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Describe Haz–Mat Condition II.
Limited emergency condition which can be controlled by the first responding agencies. The incident is confined to a small area, and does not require evacuation of other than the involved structure or the immediate outdoor area. This incident will not require the use of specialized chemical protective clothing.

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Describe Haz–Mat Condition III.
Emergency condition involving a greater hazard or larger area which poses a potential threat to life or property and may require a limited evacuation or protection in place of the surrounding area. Specialized chemical protective clothing may be required.

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Describe Haz–Mat Condition IV.
Emergency condition involving a severe hazard or large area which poses an extreme threat to life and property and will probably require a large scale evacuation. Specialized chemical protective clothing may be required.

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
These conditions should be transmitted as soon as possible. In cases where there is a time lag between the first companies to arrive on the scene and the arrival of the Battalion Chief, the condition shall be transmitted by the ___________.
Company Officer IC

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.5
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Communications shall notify all companies when a ___________________ has been transmitted. Communications shall notify the Deputy Chief on all Haz–Mat incidents, and also when the incident is under control.
Haz–Mat Condition IV

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.6
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
On Haz–Mat Condition III or greater incidents that may affect surrounding jurisdictions, including ___________, the Incident Commander shall verify with Communications that proper notifications have been initiated.
Mexico

Reference: Operations>Section 14.3.7
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Use a safe approach to the incident, staying upwind and maintain a distance necessary to prevent contamination of personnel. Only the ___________________ are to proceed to the scene to assess the situation and then only if this can be safely accomplished.
first arriving pumper and battalion unit

Reference: Operations>Section 14.5.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Identify/classify the hazardous material by using the hierarchy of monitoring. Name them.
1. radiological
2. LEL
3. oxygen percentage
4. toxicity
5. corrosivity

Reference: Operations>Section 14.5.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The TCEQ is to be notified of spills in excess of the following quantities:
Crude Oil, unused oil, jet fuel: Onto land, Into water
Petroleum fuels (other than jet fuel) and used oil: Onto land, Into water
_________________ are the immediate actions taken by the first arriving units to reduce the level of contamination and ongoing exposure that are threatening the health and well being of victims.
Emergency Decon

Reference: Operations>Section 14.5.8.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_____________ is reserved for Entry and Decon Teams. Stations 7 and 24 are the designated Hazmat Task Force Technical Decon units.
Technical Decon

Reference: Operations>Section 14.5.8.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
They shall be referred to as Entry 1, Decon 16, and Decon 24. When a Hazardous Materials Task Force is requested, an entry group, a decon group, and the _____________ shall be dispatched.
closest ambulance

Reference: Operations>Section 14.7
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Upon notification of a hazardous material release, Communications shall respond companies in accordance with standard procedures. Additionally, Communications shall alert ___________ of the response.
Central

Reference: Operations>Section 14.8
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
When a particular piece of equipment is needed, the IC will make a specific request and not request the Task Force. The primary responsibilities of the Task Force shall be _____________________.
entry associated duties and decontamination

Reference: Operations>Section 14.9
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Should any part of the Task Force be on the scene of another incident, the __________shall make arrangements to relieve them as soon as possible.
Deputy Chief

Reference: Operations>Section 14.9
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
When it is determined by the Task Force and IC that entry will be required; the Deputy Chief shall insure that arrangements are made to staff _____________. Adequate __________ will be placed in service to cover for Task Force units on the scene.
reserve units, reserves

Reference: Operations>Section 14.10
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Haz–Mat ____________ is to be carried on all Battalion Units, by the Task Force near the Fire phone, and at Communications. This
form will assist in the uniform transfer of information.
Command Sheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.11.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
A reserve entry unit is maintained at the _________________. This unit is comprised of a cargo van and a trailer. The unit may be dispatched to hazmat incidents with the task force as a support unit or it may be used in conjunction with a decon unit to comprise a hazardous materials task force.
EPFD Reserve Center

Reference: Operations>Section 14.11.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Task Force will stage at the established staging area. Once sufficient initial information has been gathered, the _______________ will determine the placement of the Decon Corridor, Medical Evaluation Area, and Suit–Up Area; taking into consideration weather conditions, topographical layout, and initial information as to the chemicals involved.
Task Force Leader

Reference: Operations>Section 14.12
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Unless the initial identification is reliable, and the severity of the leak is known to be small, the initial Hot Zone radius should be no less than ___.
500'

Reference: Operations>Section 14.12
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Provisions for moving the scene operations should be planned for should conditions change. Apparatus will be spotted __________ from the Hot Zone. Mobile Air should be positioned in a known clean air zone.
facing away

Reference: Operations>Section 14.12
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
During the setting up of the Scene Work Stations, the Task Force Leader will coordinate rotating all necessary personnel through _____________. First responding companies may be retained at the scene to assist in setting up scene work stations.
medical evaluation

Reference: Operations>Section 14.13.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Task Force Leader will develop a _______ plan for initial entry. This plan must be approved by the IC. Discussion of this plan will be attended by the Entry Crew, the Back–up Crew, and the Decon Officer.
tactical

Reference: Operations>Section 14.13.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The ___________ will insure that the Entry Team is properly suited–up and prepared for entry. This may entail delegating the completion of the Entry Checklists. The Entry Team will not go on–air until immediately prior to entry.
Entry Team Officer

Reference: Operations>Section 14.13.3.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Entry Team Officer will also insure that the Back–Up Team is properly suited–up and prepared for entry. The Back–Up Team will not _________ unless required to make entry.
go on air

Reference: Operations>Section 14.13.3.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Decon Officer will insure that enough personnel are properly suited–up to perform the require decontamination operations (usually three members). The Decon Team will not go on–air until the Entry Team ____________ to the decon corridor.
begins to return

Reference: Operations>Section 14.13.3.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
One of the members making entry will be designated as the _________________. While performing the required entry related tasks, the __________________ will explain their actions by radio as they proceed.
Entry Team Leader

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
When one member can perform the tasks, the other member shall perform as ___________ and position them self in a slightly remote position. If the “Recall” signal is issued, the Entry Team will withdraw immediately.
“Safety”

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Throughout the entry, the Entry Team Officer shall see that continuous _________ is maintained whenever possible, and that continuous radio contact is maintained by either themselves or the Task Force Leader. Also, the Back–Up Team will monitor all radio communications with the Entry Team.
visual contact

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Entry Team Officer will insure that the _________ times are recorded, and that the “Recall” signal be issued soon enough to allow for travel time back to the Decon corridor and for decontamination operations to be completed.
“On–Air”

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Throughout the entry, the Decon Officer will continuously maintain visual contact with the Entry Team whenever possible. The Decon Officer will also ___________________ with the Entry Team.
monitor all radio communications

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
As soon as the Decon Officer determines that the Entry Team is returning to the Decon Corridor, the Decon Officer will order that crew to go “On–Air” and assist them with their ____________.
“Final–Zip”

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
If the Decon Officer decides to take the Decon Crew “Off–Air”, the Decon Officer will direct them to ________________ and then will see that their air bottles are replaced with full bottles. If they are fatigued, the Decon Officer will send in a replacement crew.
decontaminate themselves

Reference: Operations>Section 14.14.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Task Force Leader will supervise all entry and decontamination related activities throughout the incident. The Task Force Leader will initially report to the ______________ to begin coordination with the Incident Commander.
Command Post

Reference: Operations>Section 14.15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The Task Force Leader will also be required to maintain _________ with the Operations Chief or Incident Commander, and keep them fully informed as to how the incident is unfolding.
radio contact

Reference: Operations>Section 14.15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
After the Entry Team is decontaminated; they shall receive liquids and proceed to the __________________ for debriefing by the Task Force Leader and Entry Team #2.
Suiting–Up Area

Reference: Operations>Section 14.16
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
If the members are determined to be in distress, they shall report immediately to the _____________________, otherwise they shall report there immediately after debriefing.
Medical Evaluation Area

Reference: Operations>Section 14.16
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_______________ This sheet will primarily be used by the Incident Commander to assist in setting up initial operations at the Command Post, and as an aid in passing information to responding companies.
Command Sheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
___________________ This sheet will allow for gathering information required to identify vehicles, determining what chemicals are involved, and in contacting the carrier or manufacturer. One sheet will be completed for each vehicle involved in the incident.
Vehicle Information Sheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
____________ Once the Chemicals involved have been identified, these sheets will be completed to aid in determining the chemical and physical properties of these materials. One sheet will be completed for each chemical.
Chemical Information Sheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_____________ This checksheet will be used by the Decontamination Officer as a reminder of concerns that will need to be addressed during the setting up and operation of the Decontamination Corridor.
Decontamination Checksheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
__________ This checklist will be used by the person responsible for suiting up entry personnel. This checklist will aid in insuring that all safety concerns in preparing for entry have been addressed. This sheet also has a section to be used in keeping track of “On Air” time.
Entry Checklist

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.5
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
__________ This questionnaire can be used by the Task Force Leader when discussing the initial assessment with the Entry Team. It will assist in exchanging information with the next entry team and in developing tactics for the containment of the hazardous material.
Assessment Sheet

Reference: Operations>Section 14.18.6
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The following forms are to be completed for a hazmat incident by the Task Force. The senior Hazmat Team Officer on duty is responsible to see that these forms are properly completed, processed and maintained in the Incident files with a copy of all completed forms provided to the _________________.
Special Operations Chief

Reference: Operations>Section 14.19
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
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Scene Organization Diagram

Reference: Operations>Section 14
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
TERRORIST INCIDENTS
Section 15
The primary response objective for terrorism incidents is to provide for public safety by establishing scene control and _______________. This is achievable when responders avoid unacceptable risks through force protection.
victim management

Reference: Operations>Section 15.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
____________ are those events that include the intentional use of violence to terrorize, devastate, destabilize and or disrupt normal daily life pursuant to social or political change.
Delta incidents

Reference: Operations>Section 15.2.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_______________ includes defensive measures that improve the survivability of responders. Defensive measures are actions taken to reduce the impact of Delta incidents on responders and include vulnerability analysis, vulnerability reduction and threat assessments.
Force protection

Reference: Operations>Section 15.2.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The El Paso Fire Department uses the National Incident Management System (NIMS) for all incidents. The response context for WMD/CBRNE events will be that of a Hazmat incident but differentiated by _________.
intent

Reference: Operations>Section 15.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The rapid onset of signs and symptoms serves as the primary method of recognition and identification for ________ agents. The Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix worksheet is used to compile and evaluate these findings.
chemical

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Most events involving biological agents will not generate a scene to which EPFD personnel would respond. Biological agents are slow acting and the public health surveillance systems may require _________ to detect patterns of casualties. Laboratory analysis is the only means of identification currently recognized as reliable.
days

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Ionizing radioactive particles may be dispersed by a radiological dispersion device (RDD). This type of device is known as a Dirty Bomb. The effects of human exposure may be delayed. The radiological survey instruments on Battalion units and Hazmat 1 are useful in immediate risk assessment but do not substitute for the findings of a ______________.
nuclear health specialist

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_____________ weapons have extreme destructive potential. These weapons contain a significant amount of sophisticated high explosives used for initiation that may be shock sensitive and easily detonated.
Fission or fusion

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
________ are the most commonly used WMD due to availability and effectiveness. Fire personnel shall not enter a bomb threat scene until the PD IC clears the scene.
Explosives

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.5
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Incidents involving EPPD Special Operations response may require assistance from EPFD for medical treatment of both law enforcement officers and civilians. These incidents include ___________ and/or barricaded suspects.
active shooter

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.1.6
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
A Safe Refuge Area should be established at the outer edge within the hot zone. This area allows for the retention of victims and pre–decontamination triage. An EMT trained to Hazmat Operations level shall staff the position of Safe Refuge Area Manager. The Safe Refuge Area Manager will wear a _________ vest that can be easily recognized by victims.
green

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Triage and basic life support measures may be ___________ due to the use of specialized PPE and the low number of personnel who can be supported within the hot zone.
limited

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Active shooter: Under strict supervision of the law enforcement IC and with the approval of the EPFD Command, an EPFD paramedic may move to a position further into the __________ than the Safe Refuge Area.
Hot Zone

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
This forward movement may take place in an armored law enforcement vehicle that is guarded at all times. EPFD employees will wear law enforcement PPE relative to this type of incident to include a minimum of _____________________.
tactical helmet and vest

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Guidelines for Active Shooter events shall not prevent EPFD members from doing a ___________________ and starting improvised means of rescue operations.
risk/benefit analysis

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Appropriate basic and advanced life support measures may be undertaken within this area. An _____ shall staff the position of Triage and Treatment Area Manager.
EMT

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Victims not immediately transported to a medical facility and those being retained for questioning by law enforcement personnel shall be taken to the ___________________.
Care and Retention Area

Reference: Operations>Section 15.8.2.5
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
_____________ Rapid decontamination may be achieved by many improvised methods such as hose lines with nozzles or monitors adjusted to medium fog patterns at low to moderate pressures.
Emergency Decon

Reference: Operations>Section 15.9.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
All companies responding to reports of explosive devices shall use sirens and warning lights until they are within _____ blocks of the incident location. At this point they shall turn off the siren. Extreme caution shall be used even though red lights are being utilized.
two

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.1.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Fire Department units shall stage at least ________ from the incident location. Pumper units shall stage at hydrants as appropriate.
300 yards

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.1.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The _________ shall determine appropriate actions in coordination with the law enforcement IC. The primary function of the Fire Department is to assume a ready position to respond should an explosion occur and to assist law enforcement in the evacuation of occupants if necessary.
officer

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.1.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Personnel entering the suspected area should be protected form all forms of __________ agents using the appropriate level of PPE. SFPC is not recommended for any type of ___________ threat protection.
biological

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.2.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
EPFD will screen the sample as thoroughly as possible for radiological, LEL, toxic and corrosive hazards prior to custody transfer to the _____________. Samples provided to law enforcement are subject to chain–of–custody rules.
Health Department

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.2.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Fire Department units shall not be dispatched into any type of civil disturbance. ____________ shall notify the Deputy Chief and the Police Department. Fire companies may be dispatched into such an area only when declared safe by the Police Department.
Communications

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.3.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Officers shall not respond into a scene that will unduly jeopardize the safety of the fire company. If inadvertently dispatched to such a scene, the company shall retreat to a safe location and notify Communications of the situation, who shall in turn notify the _________ and the Police Department.
Deputy Chief

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.3.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
When EPFD personnel are dispatched to incidents, but awaiting police action to control the situation, _________ shall coordinate with the Police Department’s IC. Members shall not operate in functions outside of their assigned duties (i.e. in support of SWAT personnel).
officers

Reference: Operations>Section 15.11.3.3
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
A = ______
B = ______
C = ______
D = ______
E = ______
A = Nerve
B = Blister
C = Cyanide
D = Pulmonary
E = Riot Control

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
Name the Signs and Symptoms of a Nerve agent.
Prostration (fatigue), Twitching, Convulsions, Coma, Bleeding from Mouth, Coughing, Sneezing, Vomiting, Fasciculations (surface twitching)

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
Name the Signs and Symptoms of a Blister agent.
Burning or Irritation in Nose
Burning Pain in Eyes
Burning or Irritation
Gray Area of Dead Skin

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
Name the Signs and Symptoms of a Cyanide agent.
Prostration (fatigue), Twitching, Convulsions, Coma, Bleeding from Mouth, Coughing, Sneezing, Vomiting, Fast Heart Rate, Eyes Involuntary Closing

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
Name the Signs and Symptoms of a Pulmonary agent.
Coughing, Normal or Large Pupils, Tight Chest (short of breath), Runny Nose, Fast Heart Rate

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Chemical Agent Indicator Matrix
Name the Signs and Symptoms of a Riot Control agent.
Respiratory–Coughing, Runny Nose, Tight Chest (short of breath), Burning or Irritation in Nose
Appearance–Coughing, Sneezing, Vomiting

Reference: Operations>Section 15
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
TRENCH RESCUE
Section 16
In general, any excavation in which the depth is greater than the width, but the width of a trench (measured at the bottom) is no greater than ___. If forms or other structures are installed or constructed in an excavation so as to reduce the dimension measured from the forms or structure to the side of the excavation to 15 feet or less, the excavation is also considered a trench.
15'

Reference: Operations>Section 16.2.1
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
_________ A man–made cut, cavity, trench or depression in the earth’s surface, formed by earth removal. Usually wider than it is deep.
Excavation

Reference: Operations>Section 16.2.2
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
The following three levels of functional capability have been established in accordance with NFPA _________ “Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents.” The Incident Commander shall determine what level of training shall be required to mitigate the incident.
1670

Reference: Operations>Section 16.3
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
Activation of the Special Rescue Team shall be given early consideration. Proper protective clothing suitable for the situation is mandatory. The position of __________ shall be staffed for all rescue incidents and training evolutions.
Safety Officer

Reference: Operations>Section 16.4.1
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
First arriving companies shall determine the nature of the incident, and secure the scene. Vibrations caused by vehicles increase the chance of secondary collapse. Units responding to a possible trench rescue shall park at least ____ away. Non–essential apparatus and personnel shall maintain a perimeter of at least ______.
150', 300'

Reference: Operations>Section 16.4.3
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
The Incident Commander shall establish a Command Post as early as possible after an assessment has been completed. The Command Post should be remote from the ______________.
Staging Area

Reference: Operations>Section 16.5.1
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
Call for Assistance–Deputy Chief and Battalion Chief, if not already notified, Safety Officer, Special Operations, The Police Department and
An ______ representative
OSHA

Reference: Operations>Section 16.5.5
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
The Trench Rescue Task Force is comprised of entry groups, decon groups, air monitoring groups and an ambulance. __________ is the entry assignment. HM1 will provide the air–monitoring group.
Special Rescue 11 (SR11)

Reference: Operations>Section 16.6
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
The primary responsibilities of the Trench Rescue Task Force shall be entry–associated duties with ____________. Should any part of the Task Force be on the scene of another incident, the Deputy Chief shall make arrangements to relieve them as soon as possible.
rescue or recovery

Reference: Operations>Section 16.8
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
Place ingress and egress ladders in trench. There should be at least _____ ladders placed in the trench no more than _____ apart. The ladders shall be within ____ of where the employees are working. This should be done when trenches are deeper than ____.
two, 50', 25', four'

Reference: Operations>Section 16.10.3.1
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
Within at least ___ shifts following a trench rescue incident, a post incident analysis shall be held.
2

Reference: Operations>Section 16.11.6
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
Any FD unit that discovers a potentially dangerous excavation should contact Station 11 and the local OSHA office through ___________ for confirmation and investigation.
Communications

Reference: Operations>Section 16.12
Date: 1/06/12
Source: eBook
ROPE RESCUE
Section 17
Rope rescues are divided into two general categories, ______________. Severe angles or situations that require specialized equipment and personnel, as determined by the IC, shall require the dispatch of the Special Rescue Team.
technical and non–technical

Reference: Operations>Section 17.2
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
The Special Rescue Response shall include one Battalion Unit, _______, one Ambulance, HazMat–1, and Special Rescue 11 staffed by the crews of Pumper 11 and Ladder 11.
two Pumpers

Reference: Operations>Section 17.2
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
The department shall provide adequate training hours for these specialized certifications. Monthly continuing education sessions are also scheduled by the ________. Proper documentation of all Special Rescue training is an essential part of a successful rescue team and shall be documented by the lead instructor.
Training Academy

Reference: Operations>Section 17.3
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
Department personnel are subject to performing tasks ranging from simple tool hoisting evolutions to complex rescue operations. Personnel must be proficient in their performance of the practices and skills of the ______________ I, II, and III.
Industrial Rescue Manuals

Reference: Operations>Section 17.5.1
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
The ___________ is comprised of high–angle rescue technicians from Ladder 11 and Pumper 11 staffing Special Rescue 11. HM1 may be utilized for air monitoring, if necessary, and provide support functions
High–Angle Task Force

Reference: Operations>Section 17.7
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
____________ with no life–threatening conditions may be given instruction to self–rescue.
Ambulatory victims

Reference: Operations>Section 17.12.1
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
Helicopter operations are considered ________ operations. The following factors shall be considered prior to initiating a helicopter rescue:
Time of Day, Weather conditions, Condition of victim, Access to victim, Capabilities of the pilot/rescuers.
high–risk

Reference: Operations>Section 17.12.4
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
CONFINED SPACE RESCUE
Section 18
A confined space is defined as a space that is large enough and so configured that a person can enter and perform assigned work, has limited or restricted means for entry and exit, and is not designated for ____________________.
continuous human occupancy

Reference: Operations>Section 18.2
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
A Confined Space Rescue Entry Permit shall be completed by the _____________ and remain on the scene for the duration of the incident. A permit number shall be issued by the Special Operations Division.
Entry Team Officer

Reference: Operations>Section 18.6.7.1
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
Only certified personnel shall be selected for entry into the confined space. A minimum of ____ rescuers shall comprise an entry team and shall be assigned a back–up team.
two

Reference: Operations>Section 18.10.2.1
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
Entry personnel shall have intrinsically safe or explosion proof communication equipment. If this equipment is not available, the Rescue Task Force Leader may decide to use a _________ for communication or a message relay person. Any lighting equipment used in the confined space shall be explosion–proof.
tag line

Reference: Operations>Section 18.10.2.3
Date: 2/14/10
Source: eBook
WATER RESCUE
Section 19
_______ is defined as any rescue or recovery of victims that would entail working in or around a body of water, be it a lake, river, reservoir, canal, ditch, or even a flooded arroyo or street.
Water rescue

Reference: Operations>Section 19.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The Team is directed by the Water Rescue Team Coordinator under the supervision of the Special Operations Chief. A Water Rescue Team Assistant Coordinator, __________ and Training Coordinator assist the Water Rescue Team Coordinator in the completion of duties.
Equipment Coordinator

Reference: Operations>Section 19.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Each shift is assigned a _______ who oversees their respective shift activities under the direction of the Water Rescue Team Coordinator.
Shift Leader

Reference: Operations>Section 19.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The Swift Water Rescue Companies and Battalion units are equipped with _______ personal flotation devices (PFD’s), swiftwater helmets and rope throw bags. Water Rescue Team members have _____ PFD’s for easy identification on the scene.
yellow,red

Reference: Operations>Section 19.4
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The following companies have been designated as Swiftwater Rescue companies and have been equipped and trained to engage in shore based rescue operations and assist Water Rescue Technicians as necessary. These companies are:
Lower Valley –Q18, Q17, P14,
Central– L5, Q7, L11,
Westside– P15, P2,
Northeast –Q16 and Q28.

Reference: Operations>Section 19.4
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
During times of potential severe weather, the __________ should give consideration to the early mobilization of on–duty Water Rescue Team members and the recall of off–duty members.
Deputy Chief

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
An appraisal of the conditions at a water rescue incident shall be conducted to determine whether the response from the Water Rescue Team will be in the _______ Mode or the ________ Mode.
Rescue, Recovery

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Water entry should be initiated only when there is no reasonable alternative to entering the water. If the victim has been underwater for more than _______, the mode of operation shall be reassessed and adjusted to a recovery mode, as appropriate.
one hour

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.2.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The lives of rescue personnel shall not be unduly risked in any recovery operation. Recovery operations shall move at a much _____________ with more attention given to details such as safety, scene security, information gathering, evidence preservation, and incident documentation.
slower pace

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.2.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
_______________ shall be performed utilizing the lowest risk method first, while establishing higher risk methods as the next alternative. These practices will be commensurate with the Reach, Throw, Row, Go, Tow, and Helicopter Operations methods.
Swift water rescues

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.3.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Still water rescues will primarily be __________ events. Early notification of Water Rescue Team members is necessary to reduce reflex time.
SCUBA–based

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.3.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Non–Water Rescue Team personnel shall not enter the water to perform the recovery of a body. The use of Water Rescue Team members to enter the water for recovery of inaccessible victims is preferred over the use of the _______________ method.
“hook and drag”

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.3.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Water Rescue Team members with an _____________________ will be used when possible. The searches will be conducted in coordination with local law enforcement agencies.
Underwater Investigator Certification

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.3.4
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Operations shall be limited to ________ hours and require the appropriate number of Water Rescue Team Members on scene.
daylight

Reference: Operations>Section 19.5.3.5
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The most senior Water Rescue diver on the scene shall be assigned as Task Force Leader. The “most senior Water Rescue diver” is determined based on ________________, not rank, seniority or date of certification.
qualifications and experience

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Most recovery operations will be limited to three hours duration, utilizing the most divers available. Water entries for rescue and recovery operations will be done with no less than _____ Water Rescue Team members on scene.
four

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.3.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Support personnel, including law enforcement personnel, will check ___________ and interview witnesses prior to the dive team entering the water.
“downstream”

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.3.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Anyone allowed closer to the water than ___ shall be required to wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or Buoyancy Compensating Device (BCD).
ten'

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.3.4
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Fire fighting quick–hitches (including fire helmets) shall not be worn within ____ of the water’s edge.
ten'

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.3.4
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
When responding to incidents involving the __________ or its canals (American Canal, Franklin Canal and irrigation canals), all personnel should avoid physical contact with the water (mouth, eyes or open wounds) whenever possible.
Rio Grande

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.3.5
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Operations shall be performed using back–up personnel to provide assistance or rescue. This will include the use of downstream safety personnel, _______, backup diver and safety diver.
dive tenders

Reference: Operations>Section 19.6.5.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The El Paso Fire Department’s Water Rescue Team has _____ boats that can be used in conjunction with other tools and equipment to complete rescue and recovery assignments. The use the boats will be limited to members of the Water Rescue Team that have been trained in their use.
two

Reference: Operations>Section 19.10
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The Technician level has the highest level of capabilities in water rescue situations. In accordance with NFPA 1670 and NFPA ______, this level requires certification in the following areas:
Dive Technician, Swift Water Technician
1006

Reference: Operations>Section 19.12.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Approved Dive Technicians shall be those Water Rescue Team members who achieve and maintain all of the following certifications through a nationally recognized certifying agency.
Open Water Dive Certification
Advanced Open Water Dive Certification
Rescue Diver Certification

Reference: Operations>Section 19.12.3.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Approved Swift Water Technicians shall be those Water Rescue Team members who achieve and maintain a Swift Water Technician Level certification through a _____________________.
nationally recognized certifying agency

Reference: Operations>Section 19.12.3.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
All Water Rescue Team members’ assigned equipment shall be kept in the team member’s assigned station in a location and manner approved by the ____________.
House Captain

Reference: Operations>Section 19.14
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Equipment maintenance shall be performed on __________ mornings. If the member is off–duty on this day, maintenance shall be performed on the first shift back.
Wednesday

Reference: Operations>Section 19.14.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The proper forms shall be completed and submitted semi–annually to the Water Rescue Team Equipment Coordinator who shall ensure their completion and forward them to the Water Rescue Team Coordinator. Forms are due no later that __________, respectively.
January 10th and July 10th

Reference: Operations>Section 19.14.1
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
Equipment requiring repair shall be red tagged and sent to _________. All SCUBA first and second stage regulators shall be sent in to _____________ annually and re– certified by a trained technician. Records of the maintenance shall be kept on file at ____________.
Logistics

Reference: Operations>Section 19.14.2
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The Water Rescue Team _______ Coordinator shall complete an annual inventory of all personal, reserve, and backup water rescue equipment during the first quarter training session and submit it to the Water Rescue Team Coordinator.
Equipment

Reference: Operations>Section 19.14.3
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
The following infractions may be cause for a team member’s removal from the Water Rescue Team: Name 2 of 4.
1. Failure to Complete Annual Evaluation
2. Failure to Attend Training Events
3. Failure to Dive
4. Failure to Submit Equipment Maintenance Forms

Reference: Operations>Section 19.15
Date: 2/14/13
Source: eBook
WILDERNESS SEARCH and RESCUE
Section 20
The City’s Combined Search and Rescue (ComSAR) Team is comprised of members of the El Paso Fire Department and the ________________ that are WSAR trained.
El Paso Police Department

Reference: Operations>Section 20.2
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
In accordance with NFPA ______, a Safety Officer shall be assigned for all rescue incidents and training evolutions. The EPFD accountability system shall be utilized for ComSAR incidents.
1521

Reference: Operations>Section 20.5.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Personnel Accountability Tags (PAT’s) for the ComSAR Team use the EPFD color–coding with the addition of grey PAT’s for Police officers. The ComSAR passports shall utilize the following colors: Name the colors to the teams.
Red – Rescue Team
Yellow – Anchor Team
Blue – Hasty Team

Reference: Operations>Section 20.5.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Passive tactics do not involve physically looking for the subject or clues. Specific tactics used in the passive mode include: ____________________.
fact–finding (investigation), attraction and confinement

Reference: Operations>Section 20.6.4.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Active tactics include all methods of physically searching for a subject or clues. There are three types of active tactics: Name all 3.
Hasty – Type I Search
Efficient – Type II Search
Thorough – Type III Search

Reference: Operations>Section 20.6.4.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
Helicopter operations shall be completed as written in the Medical Procedures Interagency Helicopter Policy, along with what is noted in this section. The _______ will determine the need for helicopter operations.
IC

Reference: Operations>Section 20.9
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The NTSB has authority over all ____________ aircraft crashes. Permission must be obtained from the NTSB before any part of the wreckage (including fatally injured persons) is disturbed or removed.
non– military

Reference: Operations>Section 20.10.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
The minimum personnel requirements for a ComSAR incident shall be ____, divided into hasty teams, anchor teams and rescue teams.
ten

Reference: Operations>Section 20.11.1
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
ComSAR Packs will be kept with the member during working hours. Personnel assigned to an ambulance will carry their ______________ pack on the ambulance during their shift.
24–hour ComSAR

Reference: Operations>Section 20.17
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook
A member failing to respond to _____ activations in a single calendar year without an excuse acceptable to the ComSAR Team Leader and Special Operations Coordinator will cause the team member to be placed on a probationary status for six months.

two

Reference: Operations>Section 20.18.4
Date: 2/14/14
Source: eBook