SOG 3-14 - Grow-ops and Clandestine Labs

Question 1

What is the code used for Drug/Grow labs?

Answer 1

Code Green

Question 2

What additional services are required when Code Green is discovered?

Answer 2

Police

Ambulance

Fire Prevention

Hydro

Question 3

If hazardous materials are present/suspected, and no fire conditions exist, what steps shall the IC take?

Answer 3

Immediately remove personnel from scene

Consider a hazmat response

Question 4

If hazmat is present, along WITH fire conditions, what actions are necessary?

Answer 4

Hazmat Response

Fight fire as per HAZMAT protocol

Question 5

What is one key consideration for a Code Green?

Answer 5

Potential for hostile civilians to be present in the home

Question 6

How is hydro dealt with in a Grow op?

Answer 6

Consider electrically de-energizing at the street, not the meter

Question 7

How is hydro dealt with for a Clandestine lab?

Answer 7

Consider not shutting ANYTHING down, including hydro

Question 8

When no immediate need for entry is present, what should IC consider prior to FF entry?

Answer 8

Hydro confirmed de-energized

Adequate ventilation for visibility has taken place

Recon takes place and all safety issues identified or controlled

Question 9

What should the IC be cognisant about?

Answer 9

The scene is a crime scene. FF should withdraw after fire ops are completed and scene controlled until taken over by police.

Question 10

What shall be be ensured, prior to scene termination/leaving the scene?

Answer 10

Natural Gas is shut off

Scene in care of police

Fire prevention briefed if necessary

Witness statements completed