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1
Q

What information should be obtained at vehicle lock-out calls?

A

Name of owner/driver

Vehicle license number

Brief description of vehicle

Ensure the driver is aware that they shall pay for any cost incurred

2
Q

What would necessitate immediate action at a vehicle lock-out?

A

Life safety concerns. Break window farthest from occupant in trouble

3
Q

What options may be made available to driver/owner of vehicle at a non-emergency lockout?

A

Tow request

Locksmith

Contact a dealership regarding that model

Roadside assistance

CAA

Obtain 2nd set of keys

4
Q

At a vehicle lock-out, What assumptions shall be made until proven otherwise?

A

The patient’s safety is at risk and it is an emergency situation

5
Q

When is it ok to use locksmith tools to open a door?

A

Never

6
Q

What may be involved in scene stabilization at an MVC?

A

Traffic control (temporarily when necessary)

Deploying a foam handline

Dealing with hazards (downed lines, fuel spills)

Ensure adequate lighting

7
Q

What risk is involved with a hybrid vehicle?

A

Orange power cable underneath vehicle. It is not to be touched, cut or disconnected at any time.

8
Q

What other considerations should be given to hybrid vehicles?

A

Even when no noise is heard, they may still be powered and turned on

High voltage system needs to be shut down prior to entering a damaged vehicle

There may be residual power in other batteries

When submerged:

  • avoid contacting any electrical components
  • Turn off ignition at most, do not attempt any other disabling techniques
  • If ignition cannot be turned off, wait until vehicle is removed and drained of water before disabling attempts
9
Q

What is the responsibilities of first arriving apparatus for a TR call?

A

Initial report

Size-up and info gathering

Begin to develop IAP

Request TR team if not included in initial dispatch

Assign duties

Relay pertinent info

10
Q

What is involved in a TR size-up

A

Talk to witnesses

Number and location of victims

Age and status of victims

Medical emergency?

Hazards

Type of rescue required

Need for additional assistance

11
Q

When is hot-zone entrance allowed at TR call?

A

When personnel have required training and equipment to effect rescue

12
Q

What are the 3 levels of Elevator Rescue

A

1 - Standby - Non Life-Threatening

2 - Removal - (passive measures to remove victim) Allowed when 90 minutes has elapsed for entrapment, Non-life threatening medical factors are involved,
Severe environmental factors are a concern (heat, etc)

3 - Rescue - (forceful measures are warranted)
Immediate threat to life,
Extreme environmental factors

13
Q

Who may remove trapped occupants from the elevator?

A

Only personnel, trained under the Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA), using approved equipment and endorsed procedures

14
Q

How many certified personnel are required to respond to an elevator rescue?

A

Minimum three

15
Q

What is required for Level 1 Elevator Standby?

A

Get superintendent

Have super contact elevator company and est. time of arrival

Size-up

Assess occupant conditions, notify ambulance if required

Remove patient if necessary

Continue to assess conditions of trapped persons until handed off to responsible person

16
Q

When can Fire clear an elevator standby?

A

When Captain is satisfied that responsible person is standing-by and assessing for occupant condition changes. Also, they have been informed to call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.

17
Q

Where are 2 places elevator company info should be located?

A

Fire Plan Box

Elevator Room

18
Q

What should be done if no on-site representative is available at elevator rescue?

A

Elevator company and contact info should be located and forwarded to Fire Control

19
Q

What is required for Level 2 Elevator removal?

A

Ensure EMS notified

Establish Elevator Rescue Sector

Allow only certified personnel to extricate occupants

Prior to removal of trapped occupants, lock-out/tag-out procedures shall be performed on the MAINLINE DISCONNECT

(Do not shut-down mainline disconnect if “DRIVE SHEAVE” is rocking back and forth or yo-yoing

Ensure certified personnel or mechanic supervises evacuation of patients

20
Q

What happens when elevator mechanic arrives on-scene?

A

They assume direction of crews

makes sure comms with mechanic at all times

21
Q

What is required for Level 3 Elevator Rescue?

A

Lock out/Tag out of Mainline Disconnect, unless yo-yoing or moving of drive sheave

Open landing door using any of the prescribed methods

Remove trapped patient

22
Q

What is done at Elevator Rescue scene termination?

A

DO NOT place elevator back in service, leave that to elevator representative

Clear scene once confirmed that building rep has assumed responsibility

Have fire control advise TSSA of incident

23
Q

What considerations are are given in obvious deaths in machine rescue?

A

Equipment shall not be altered, moved or tampered with prior to PRP or Ministry of Labour approval

24
Q

What shall be done prior to machine rescue?

A

Energy Sources shut-off or removed

Full Lock-out/Tag-out when necessary

25
Q

What is IC role in Machine rescue?

A

Ensure PRP, Peel EMS and Ministry of Labour (contacted by police) are contacted

Utilize on-site expertise as needed

RSO is designated and announced

ISO designated and announced

Additional squads requested if needed

Working zones are established

26
Q

Roles of RSO at machine rescue?

A

Ensure the following:

  • All moving parts of machine are secured and controlled
  • Energy sources to machine are controlled and managed
  • Assist IC with IAP
  • Complete machine rescue worksheet as required
  • Supervise rescue activities

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