OPS-009 Response To Highway Incidents Flashcards

1
Q

Numeric designation of lanes beginning with far-left

A

1-2-3

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2
Q

Traffic Cone placement feet apart:

A

Feet apart equal to the speed limit
Ex: 60 mph = 60 feet

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3
Q

When are vest NOT required?

A
  1. Direct flame
  2. Vehicle extraction
  3. Hazardous Materials
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4
Q

Safe work zone guidelines:

A

Speed / Distance
25. 55
35. 120
45. 220
55. 335
65. 485

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5
Q

Minimum distance furthest cone should be from the Ladder:

A

250 feet

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6
Q

Work zone should be how many lanes?

A

At least 2 lanes or 1 more than already obstructed

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7
Q

First Engine position on highway incident:

A

Position pump panel facing the incident. To protect the operator.

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8
Q

Position first Ladder on highway incident:

A

Advanced warning to on coming traffic

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9
Q

Position First arriving Medic on highway incidents:

A

Within the protected work zone

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10
Q

Position Rescue on highway incidents:

A

Within the protected work area

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11
Q

Who should be contacted before committing to the interstate system?

A

VDOT Traffic Operations Center
By higher ranking officer responding

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