7.6.3 Mayday Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is the purpose of the Mayday procedure?
To provide a standardized radio message indicating a firefighter is in a life-threatening situation and to identify roles and responsibilities of personnel at an incident where a Mayday has been declared.
What does the term ‘Mayday’ indicate?
It indicates that a life is in danger and immediate assistance is needed.
What does ‘Mayday Cleared’ mean?
It indicates that a previously declared Mayday has been resolved and the firefighter or firefighters are no longer at risk.
What are the situations that require transmitting a Mayday message?
A Mayday message should be transmitted if a firefighter believes they are in a life-threatening situation or observes another firefighter in such a situation.
What are the four Mayday Parameters at structure fires?
- Fall - falls involving a change in elevation.
- Collapse - structural collapse onto a member.
- Lost or Trapped - member becomes lost or disoriented.
- Stuck - member becomes entangled in an IDLH atmosphere.
What should a firefighter do upon reporting a Mayday?
Repeat ‘MAYDAY’ three times and provide UCAN information: Unit, Conditions, Actions, Needs.
What is the UCAN acronym in the context of a Mayday?
Unit - who is calling the Mayday.
Conditions - why a Mayday is being declared.
Actions - what actions are being performed for self-rescue.
Needs - what assistance is required.
What should be done when a Mayday is reported?
All routine radio traffic must stop, and only emergency traffic related to the Mayday is permitted.
What should a firefighter do if they become lost or trapped?
Report a Mayday, activate their PASS device, get to a wall, and remain calm while conserving air.
What is the role of the Incident Commander upon receiving a Mayday?
Acknowledge the Mayday, verify UCAN information, instruct the firefighter to activate their PASS device, and manage Mayday operations.
How is a Mayday situation cleared?
A Mayday is cleared when the firefighter has been rescued or the situation is resolved, communicated by the Incident Commander.
What should companies not involved in the Mayday do?
Maintain their positions unless instructed otherwise, continue operational assignments, and monitor the radio for information.
