5.1.2 Utilization Of Seatbelts

Question 1

What is the purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure regarding seat belts?

Answer 1

To provide for the safety of members of the Newport Fire/EMS Department.

Question 2

Which policy reference is associated with the utilization of seat belts?

Answer 2

NFPA 1500 - Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program.

Question 3

What is the known factor in saving lives in an apparatus accident?

Answer 3

Utilization of seat belts.

Question 4

Who does this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) apply to?

Answer 4

All personnel in the Newport Fire/EMS Department operating department-owned apparatus.

Question 5

What must Newport Fire/EMS Department members do while the apparatus is in motion?

Answer 5

Be seated and belted securely by seat belts in approved riding positions.

Question 6

Is it permitted to stand or ride on tail steps or side running steps while the apparatus is in motion?

Answer 6

No, it is prohibited.

Question 7

What should be done with seat belts while the apparatus is in motion?

Answer 7

They should not be released or loosened.

Question 8

What must Fire/EMS members do if they are not actively performing necessary medical care while the apparatus is in motion?

Answer 8

They shall be secured to the apparatus by means of a seat belt.

Question 9

What is required of non-emergency personnel riding in a Newport Fire/EMS Department apparatus?

Answer 9

They must be seated and belted in an approved riding position while the apparatus is in motion.

Question 10

Is it allowed for members to ride in the rear bed of apparatus 952 or 931?

Answer 10

No, it is strictly prohibited.