Protective Equipment

Question 1

What does TRACEM stand for?

Answer 1

Thermal
Radiological 
Asphyxiation 
Chemical
Etiological (biological)
Mechanical

Question 2

What are 3 ways to protect you from an explosive blast?

Answer 2

Time distance and shielding

Question 3

What are three ways of controlling heat stress?

Answer 3

Limit time in PPE
Hydration
Cooling systems

Question 4

What level of protection is the bomb suit?

Answer 4

Level D

Question 5

What 4 elements does a bomb suit protect you from?

Answer 5

Fragmentation
Over pressure
Impact and heat

Question 6

What factor must you ensure when using an APR?

Answer 6

A minimum oxygen concentration of 19.5% is critical to sustain life

Question 7

What level of protection is an SR-5(bomb suit) with a splash suit and SCBA?

Answer 7

Modified level B

Question 8

When should a bomb tech where a bomb suit?

Answer 8

On every approach made to the device until all explosive hazards are clear

Question 9

What are the 2 basic types of respirators used in the field that provide for the different environments you will encounter?

Answer 9

APR- air purifying respirator

SCBA- self contained breathing apt

Question 10

What is the highest level of respiratory protection?

Answer 10

SCBA

Question 11

What is the minimum protection to be worn in a bomb incident?

Answer 11

Helmet and protective vest