Cancellation/Slow down Flashcards

1
Q

If EMS or police cancel you to a scene that may still generate a hazardous situation what must you do?

A

Continue code 1 to ensure no hazards

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If PF&R ARRIVES at a scene and police try to cancel, what should fire do?

A

Fire EMTs have a duty to perform a scene assessment

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2
Q

What type code calls shall fire respond to even when canceled?

A

All “BURN” type codes

To evaluate mechanism of injury

*flame injuries that require transport require notification of on duty investigator prior to clearing

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3
Q

When are police allowed to slow down/cancel EMS?

A

Nothing found/no patients (CANCEL)

Minor first aid/pt refusing (SLOW)

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4
Q

What kind of response organization is PF&R?

A

All Hazard emergency response

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5
Q

Flame related burn injuries must be documented by completing what 2 reports?

A

Fire report AND Civilian Injury report

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6
Q

What are some examples of hazardous situations that Portland Fire should continue to even if canceled by EMS or police?

A
  1. Auto accidents with fire potential or leaking fuels
  2. Building/structure failures
  3. Vehicles creating a traffic hazard
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7
Q

AMR is allowed to cancel or slow to code 1 PF&R on only what type of runs?

A

EMS

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8
Q

Flame injuries that require Pt transport also require notification of who?

A

On-duty Investigator before you clear the scene

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