FERG

Question 1

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What are the 6 State Emergency Management Priorities in order with a brief example?

Answer 1

1) Protection and preservation of life is paramount- Safety of Emergency Services Personnel, community members, vistitors/tourists.

2) Issuing of Community Information and Warnings- Detailing Incident information that is timely and relevant to assist people in making informed decisions.

3) Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Community Assets- Things that support community eg. Hospitals, Phone Towers, Treatment Plants.

4) Protection of Residential Property- Primary place of residence.

5) Protection of Assets supporting individual livelihoods and economic production- That supports an individual or community financially eg. A farm.

6) Protection of Environmental and conservation assets- Things that considers cultural, biodiversity and social values of the environment eg. historic trees, cemeteries.

Question 2

What 6 pieces of Chemdata information should the OIC relay to Firecom?

Answer 2

1) UN Name/Number
2) Product and Company name
3) Transport Company name
4) Quantity
5) Quantity spilled
6) Form

Question 3

What is disposition signal 2-7?

Answer 3

Critical Incident Stress Management Team to be notified to contact requesting officer eg after nasty incident etc.

Question 4

What is disposition signal 8-3?

Answer 4

Deceased person

Question 5

What is disposition signal 5-6?

Answer 5

Vicpol attendance required, eg to assist someone thats been assaulted, perpetrator not on scene

Question 6

What is disposition signal 4-0?

Answer 6

Vicpol attendance urgently for crews or public in trouble

Question 7

What is disposition signal 5-5?

Answer 7

A hostile act or potential terror threat including significant violence with weapons

Question 8

What are the 6 Community Warnings and Advice in order?

Answer 8

1) Advice: Issued to notify the community that an incident has occurred that may
escalate to impact on life or property

2) Warning (Watch and Act): Issued when an incident is likely to, or is directly impacting the community. They need to take action now

3) Emergency Warning: Issued when the community is in imminent danger from an
incident and need to take action now

4) Advice – All Clear: Issued when the threat of an incident has subsided. An ‘Advice – All Clear’ is required as a follow up where a Warning/Watch and Act or
Emergency Warning has been issued

5) Prepare to Evacuate: Issued when the community is recommended to quickly
prepare to leave the area

6) Evacuate Now: Issued when the community is recommended to immediately leave
or processes are in place to evacuate communities

Question 9

Who has the responsibility to issue information and warnings?

Answer 9

The control agency does and must be authorised by the incident controller first.

Question 10

When is an After Action Review (AAR) undertaken?

Answer 10

Conducted immediately after an incident/exercise. May be undertaken on scene or
on return to home station. Addresses any urgent health and safety issues or other
concerns that will not wait until the operational debrief.

Question 11

What are the 4 steps of an AAR?

Answer 11

1) What was planned?

2) What really happened?

3) Why did it happen?

4) What can we do better next time?

Question 12

What are the 8 positions of an IMT?

Answer 12

1) Incident Controller
2) Operations Officer
3) Logistics Officer
4) Planning Officer
5) Public Information Officer
6) Intelligence Officer
7) Finance Officer
8) Investigation Officer

Question 13

What are the 11 positions of structure under Operations?

Answer 13

1) Sector Commander
2) Staging Officer
3) Breathing Apparatus Officer
4) Hazmat Sector Commander
5) Rehabilitation Officer
6) Safety Officer- Field
7) Logistics Officer
8) Intelligence Officer
9) Investigation Officer
10) Finance Officer
11) Liaison Officer

Question 14

What are 2 Safety Considerations for Aircraft Incidents?

Answer 14

1) Beware of unfired ballistic parachute systems (BPS) or ballistic recovery systems
(BRS) fitted to the fuselage of light aircraft. Seek specialist advice when performing
operations near crashed/downed aircraft

2) Military aircraft may carry live ordinance. There is also danger of undeployed pilot
ejection seat/canopy jettison systems

Question 15

What 4 steps should we do when attending a propellor craft incident?

Answer 15

1) Maintain clear distance of 5m radius from front of plane

2) Approach spinning propellers from rear only

3) Do not interfere with inactive propellers

4) Do not walk under wings

Question 16

What 4 steps should we do when attending a Jet Engine incident?

Answer 16

1) Ensure ear protection is worn

2) Isolate fuel supply and shut down engine

3) Avoid blast area (rear of engines) at all times

4) Maintain 8m clearance from jet intake area

Question 17

What must we ensure happens before we approach any Aircraft?

Answer 17

Only approach if given visual clearance by the pilot

Question 18

What 3 steps should we do when attending Helicopters involved in an incident?

Answer 18

1) Approach and leave helicopter in crouched position in front view of pilot

2) Approach from downhill side only on uneven ground

3) Carry all equipment below waist level

Question 19

Define the acronym AIRMEN for generic actions?

Answer 19

A Approach from either nose or tail directing lines down sides of fuselage, avoiding the wheel area. Dry powder must be used for wheels/brakes

I Insulate/isolate passenger/crew areas from fire using foam or water sprays

R Clear rescue access path to the door through application of foam/water sprays

M Maintain path to enable escape route for passengers or access path for firefighters

E Evacuate passengers from the aircraft immediately. Attend to fire/fuel spill

N Next appliance on scene acts as back up to support crew or provides extra water/
foam

Question 20

Outline the 3 categories of Aircraft in regards to their carrying capacity?

Answer 20

Level 1 – up to 18 seats
Level 2 – up to 215 seats
Level 3 – up to 450 seats

Question 21

What are the two types of incident definitions at Airports?

Answer 21

Full emergency: Aircraft approaching known or suspected to be in danger of an
accident

Crash on airport area/grounds: Self-evident situation where aircraft is seen to crash
or about to crash

Question 22

What are the 7 step actions for an Aircraft Incident at Melbourne Airport?

Answer 22

1) Respond to the designated emergency access gate

2) Request all additional information from Firecom

3) Use MMR channel 52 to communicate with Aviation Rescue and Fire Fighting
(ARFF). Note: This does not replace the fireground channel nominated by Firecom on turnout. This is a communications channel to speak to ARFF only

4) Obtain directions from the control tower or ASA Safety Officer (direct or via
Firecom)

5) Forward command post is indicated by a single flashing blue light

6) Exercise extreme caution when crossing runways/taxiways

7) Liaise with airport/firefighting personnel on scene

Question 23

What colour is the flashing light at the Melbourne Airport Command Post?

Answer 23

Blue

Question 24

In regards to Bushfire what does LACES stand for?

Answer 24

Lookouts- Fixed or Aerial or mobile lookout shold be used to provide timely advice on the need to use escape routes and safety zones

Awarness- Be aware of the impacts from changes to fire behaviour due to fuel, topography etc.

Communications- Communicate with crews to discuss safety and plans etc

Escape Routes- At least two escape routes should be agreed and made known to
all relevant personnel. The suitability of an escape route should be continually reviewed to ensure it remains effective.

Safety Zones- Safety zones should be identified and made known to all relevant firefighters. Firefighters need to consider escape time and safety zone size requirements that will change as fire behaviour changes

Question 25

What 8 steps should be considered for fires in carparks incorporating Multi-Tiered Vehicle Stacking/ Storage Devices?

Answer 25

1) Access to vehicles that are recessed into a sub-structure cannot be guaranteed 2) Consider using a positive pressure ventilation fan or installed mechanical ventilation system to improve visibility 3) Consider a defensive attack 4) Consider a foam fire attack 5) Concerns with regard to firewater 6) Consider building power isolation 7) Consider High Angle Rescue 8) Consider Safe Working at Heights

Question 26

List the 4 Actions that should be taken in regards to a fire in a Car Stacker?

Answer 26

1) Isolate electricity to the car stacker. Lock out/tag out function on power supply 2) Use electrical current detector to test for live equipment before proceeding with any firefighting operations 3) Immediately ascertain if sprinklers have activated if installed 4) Regularly conduct DRA

Question 27

What are the actions for Fire/Hazmat incidents in the Citylink tunnel?

Answer 27

1) Confirm location of fire from CityLink TCR and ensure the effected tunnel is closed to traffic 2) Consider use of installed telephone systems in tunnels 3) Evacuate tunnel as required via emergency access points or use safe havens within tunnel 4) Respond VicPol to assist evacuation Within the tunnels: ƒ The IC shall make every effort to contain pollutants to the incident site however during major incidents pollutants can be permitted into drains ƒ Minor Hazmat and biohazard incidents should be managed at road surface level only On the open roads: ƒ All pollutants must be managed at road level ƒ The IC is to consider ‘bunding’ of the drains or applying absorbent, etc

Question 28

What are the actions for minor hazardous incidents/petrrol washaways in Citlylink?

Answer 28

1) Confirm the location of the incident, request and confirm a lane closure adjacent to location of incident from the CityLink TCR (or a requirement to close the tunnel) 2) Control of pollutants in the tunnels and open roadways as above 3) DO NOT use sand 4) Check hydrocarbon alarms installed in underground pit and above filtration tanks and if operated, flush the drainage system until the alarm resets

Question 29

What is a consideration for a boiler incident?

Answer 29

Consider evacuation of the site

Question 30

What 3 isolations should be attempted to turn off a boiler?

Answer 30

1) Emergency stop buttons 2) Burner switch 3) Main isolation switch

Question 31

What 2 actions should be taken if unable to isolate the boiler?

Answer 31

1) Attempt to maintain water level in boiler 2) Reduce steam pressure to lowest pressure

Question 32

What are the 2 Safety considerations for pressure vessels?

Answer 32

1) Identify contents prior to application of water onto exposed surface as water can cause heat reaction 2)Possible BLEVE

Question 33

What actions should be undertaken for presuure vessel incidents?

Answer 33

1) Liaise with onsite specialist 2) Secure the scene 3) Protect exposures and contain 4) Attempt to control with fuel isolation or dry agents Ascertain: ƒ Vessel contents ƒ Can the vessel be isolated/turned off? ƒ Can the vessel be depressurised?

Question 34

What are 4 safety aspects of a Flammable metal fire?

Answer 34

1) Possible spontaneous heating or combustion 2) High risk of explosion for metal dust or powder 3) Storage potentially being in flammable liquid – kerosene, toluene 4) Toxic gases given off a fire involving metal

Question 35

What 2 considerations should be implemented for Flammable metal fires?

Answer 35

1) Seek specialist advice – Plant Manager/operators/drivers/MSDS 2) Leave product to burn out, while protecting exposures

Question 36

What 4 actions should be taken for Flammable metal fires?

Answer 36

1) Do not use water as extinguishing agent – creates violent reaction 2) Secure scene 3) Isolate burning product from the remainder of the product and any other exposures 4) Utilise specialist extinguishing agents (which should be available onsite):

Question 37

What is the maximum size LPG cylinder that can be flared off?

Answer 37

200kg

Question 38

How many flare off operators are required to commence operations?

Answer 38

2

Question 39

What is 4 considerations to implement for flare off operations?

Answer 39

1) Eliminate potential ignition sources 2) Monitor atmosphere for flammability 3) Vicpol and AV attendance 4) Retain primary appliance

Question 40

What are 5 actions for natural gas involved with fire?

Answer 40

1) Contact relevant gas supply company via Firecom and request immediate response 2) Approach from safe direction 3) Ascertain whether supply can be shut off 4) Protect exposures 5) DO NOT extinguish flame if gas flow cannot be stopped

Question 41

What are 6 actions for natural gas not involved with fire?

Answer 41

1) Contact relevant gas supply company via Firecom and request immediate response 2) Eliminate ignition sources in the immediate area (min 30m). This is to be confirmed with a personal gas monitor 3) Approach from upwind with appropriate PPE 4) A fully charged hose line should be deployed. Water should only be used in exceptional circumstances to dissipate the gas 5) Place a dry chemical extinguisher on standby 6) Utilise gas monitoring equipment to monitor atmosphere (e.g. personal gas monitor)

Question 42

Who should be notified for any Natural gas leak incidents list 3?

Answer 42

1) Relevant gas supply company 3) FRV must report to Energy Safe Victoria any fire or explosion in which gas was the cause or contributing factor to a fire in accordance with the regulation 3) VicPol for evacuation/traffic control as required

Question 43

What mustn't firefighters carry onto any MHF? List 6

Answer 43

1) Mobile Phones 2) Pagers 3) Cigarette Lighters 4) Electronic Diaries 5) Matches 6) Any other electrical devices

Question 44

What are some considerations for incidents at MHF's?

Answer 44

Use of onsite installed systems, foam, bunding, onsite pre plans, specialist advice, appliance considerations aka Aerials, HART etc.

Question 45

What actions must be followed for incidents at a MHF? List 11 steps.

Answer 45

1) First appliance on scene to respond to Incident Support Centre 2) Following appliances respond to designated staging area 3) Locate and access emergency information container (from gate/entrance) 4) Send regular SITREPS 5) Liaise with onsite Emergency Supervisor 6) Establish location and access to fire/spill 7) Evacuate work areas 8) Boost sprinklers/hydrants 9) Maintain flashing lights when travelling in refinery/MHF area 10) Wear eye/ear protection 11) Monitor wind direction/weather reports

Question 46

When operating an Aerial appliance, what must be in use when working near powerlines?

Answer 46

A spotter

Question 47

What are Zones for Powerlines on Poles and Aerial appliances? List the 3.

Answer 47

1) Never above the Powerline, not within 3m of each side or 3m below, unless have confirmed isolations from Power Authority. 2) 3m-6.4m spotter required 3) Outside of 6.4m open area

Question 48

What are the Zones for Powerlines on Transmission Towers? List the 3.

Answer 48

1) Never above the Powerline, not within 8m of each side or 8m below, unless have confirmed isolations from Power Authority. 2) 8m-10m spotter required 3) Outside of 10m open area

Question 49

Can Firefighters enter Electrical Substations/ Substation yards by themselves?

Answer 49

No- Firefighters shall not enter unless accompanied by an electrical supply company representative or other trained/authorised persons.

Question 50

What are 3 considerations in regards to responding to incidents at Electrical substations?

Answer 50

1) Identify ‘no go’ area where maximum radiation exposure levels may be exceeded prior to entry 2) ‘No go’ areas are required to be signed/delineated to highlight potential hazard 3) Use the knowledge of an on-scene, competent person when required to work near potential RF hazard

Question 51

What 2 actions should be undertaken prior to entering an Electrical Substation?

Answer 51

1) If access is required, contact the emergency contact designated on signage, or the supervisor appointed to manage the area to power down the equipment 2) Make access once power is shut down and access is authorised. Use the SafeWork Procedures for the site if available

Question 52

What are 3 Safety considerations of pole fires?

Answer 52

1) Set up safety perimeter around the pole – at least 8m 2) Do not stand under wires or in falling wire zone 3) Beware of high voltage cables fixed down the side of power poles – steel shielding may become live following vehicle accident

Question 53

What is a consideration in regards to pole fires? Eg. High Voltage

Answer 53

Pole fires should be extinguished at the discretion of the OIC with consideration of safety. If high voltage lines present, do not attempt to extinguish

Question 54

What 4 actions should be taken in regards to pole fires?

Answer 54

1) Request electrical supply company attend immediately 2) No attempt should be made to extinguish the fire until the electrical company has confirmed that the area been made electrically safe 3) Protect exposures if required 4) Only attack fire if absolutely necessary for preservation of life

Question 55

If extinguishment of pole fire is neccesary, how should this be achieved?

Answer 55

1) Utilising partial fog or broken stream. Do not use direct jet 2) Avoiding hitting wires directly with water 3) Spraying stream above pole and lob onto fire 4) Not standing in pools of water or on wet surfaces

Question 56

What are 4 considerations in regards to Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) incidents?

Answer 56

1) UPS may be present when dealing with computers, telephone exchanges, process controllers 2) Treat all such equipment as live. 3) Isolate power between electrical equipment and UPS 4) Consider requesting electrical supply company to respond to ensure power isolation

Question 57

Who can request Fire Investigation to attend an incident?

Answer 57

The Incident controller can request through the commander if assistance is required to determine the cause and or origin.

Question 58

What are the 9 instances where Fire Investigation is to be notified?

Answer 58

1) All fire related deaths 2) All fire related serious injuries 3) Fires where the origin and cause cannot be easily determined 4) Significant fires (CFA) 5) Notification at 3rd alarm and automatic FIA response at 4th alarm or greater at structure fires (MFB) 6) Any firefighter injury (MFB) 7) Fires involving fire brigade property 8) MFB Fire Investigation will not attend suspicious fires unless requested by VicPol 9) CFA Fire Investigators will attend suspicious structural, vehicle, marine craft and bushfires as a support agency to VicPol

Question 59

What are 6 considerations for OIC's in regards to Fire Investigation?

Answer 59

1) Vehicles/ People seen leaving scene 2) Suspiscious paraphernalia 3) Signs of Forced Entry/ Criminal Behaviour 4) Fire behaviour eg intensity, smoke colour etc. 5) Point Of Origin, where was it, how many seats of fire. 6) Protect the Point Of Origin to Aid investigators

Question 60

What is the expansion ratio of LPG?

Answer 60

270:1

Question 61

Is LPG heavier than air?

Answer 61

Yes, therefore will tend to pool and gather in low lying and confined areas

Question 62

What is the explosive range for LPG?

Answer 62

LEL- 1.5% UEL- 10%

Question 63

Is LPG an Asphyxiant?

Answer 63

Yes

Question 64

What distance should be considered for evacuations?

Answer 64

800m

Question 65

What Actions should be taken at Hospital Incidents?

Answer 65

1) Identify Emergency Coordinator, Chief Warden and security 2) Locate and access emergency information container (from entrance) 3) Check hazardous materials information on Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 4) Ascertain PA colour code announced 5) Confine incident 6) Assist evacuation ambulant, non-ambulant. This may be internal and horizontal to the other side of the smoke/fire doors. If horizontal evacuation is insufficient can lifts be used to assist with evacuation 7) Request sufficient ambulances for transport and ensure they have clear access 8) Check progress of operating theatres 9) Isolate medical gases 10) Check staffing/patient levels 11) Check high security patients 12) Check plant room/ventilation system operations

Question 66

What is a Code Red in a Hospital?

Answer 66

Fire or smoke present

Question 67

What is a Code Orange in a Hospital?

Answer 67

Evacuation is in place

Question 68

What is a Code Purple in a Hospital?

Answer 68

Bomb threat, extortion or suspiscious package

Question 69

What is a Code Yellow in a Hospital?

Answer 69

Explosion, person trapped, chemical emergency. Can also be an internal emergency like Power Outage or Water Leak.

Question 70

What is a Code Black in a Hospital?

Answer 70

Armed violence

Question 71

What is a Code Blue in a Hospital?

Answer 71

Medical Emergency

Question 72

What is a Code Brown in a Hospital?

Answer 72

State disaster or Major Incident

Question 73

What steps need to be actioned for Electric/Hybrid vehicle incidents?

Answer 73

1) Approach from the side 2) Chock the wheels 3) Apply park brake 4) Place transmission in ‘park’ 5) Stabilise the vehicle if not on four wheels 6) Disable/isolate ignition/ready system by checking if "ready" indicator is off, pushing the power button and ensuring the smart key is 5m away, isolating the HV system by the Orange isolation points.

Question 74

How long may a HV system of an electric car remain energised for after disconnection?

Answer 74

Up to 10mins

Question 75

What are 4 general considerations for all motor vehicle accidents?

Answer 75

1) Availability of water supply – respond water tanker or pumper tanker if required 2) Fuel source (petrol, diesel, LPG, hybrid, hydrogen powered, compressed natural gas powered and alternative fuel sources) 3) Undeployed airbags (including side intrusion/curtain). See Undeployed Airbags section 4) Be aware once the 12V battery is disconnected, the handbrake may not engage/ disengage, it may be impossible to open the boot, open or close windows, etc.

Question 76

List 4 safety steps for LPG vehicle fires?

Answer 76

1) Do not extinguish burning gas if tank is still venting; leave to burn 2) Beware an increase in fire intensity/pitch of escaping gas – indications of the situation deteriorating and risk of tank failure/rupture 3) Evacuate if tank is suspected of rupturing 4) Do not direct water at venting pressure relief valve as icing may occur

Question 77

What 3 actions should be taken on a LPG vehicle during fire?

Answer 77

1) Utilise hose lines from sheltered position where possible 2) Cool cylinder by directing flooding quantities of water onto upper surfaces until well after fire is out 3) Use dry chemical, CO2 or water spray to extinguish fire (only if it is absolutely necessary and safe to do so)

Question 78

What 4 actions should be taken on a LPG vehicle fire if safe to do so?

Answer 78

1) Disconnect the battery under water spray 2) Open the boot under water spray 3) Locate the tank to find liquid service valve 4) Isolate the gas by shutting liquid service valve

Question 79

What 4 actions should be taken on an LPG vehicle after the fire has been extinguished?

Answer 79

1) Cool the tank with water spray 2) Consider flare-off remaining contents (gas flare-off kit on heavy rescue vehicles) 3) Apply the damaged cylinder sticker on cylinder 4) Advise the owner to have cylinder tested

Question 80

What are the 7 notifications that may be required for a Non Structure Fire at Rubbish Tips or other waste facilities?

Answer 80

1) Council MERO 2) EPA 3) Department of Health, if required 4) Victorian WorkCover Authority if required 5) FRV Operations Commander or CFA Rostered Duty Officer (RDO) 6) Community Resilience Commander 7) Fire Safety Issue notification (completed to ensure notification of Building Inspection and Compliance department)

Question 81

What are the 10 action steps when attending Secured Facilities aka Prisons?

Answer 81

1) Meet with facility Liaison Officer (LO) and Field Commander (FC) at entrance to site 2) The attending OIC is to ascertain nature and status of event, status of secured facility and assess situation 3) Enter only on request of facility management, if site security is confirmed, and only under the guidance of an escort/Liaison Officer (LO) (one per appliance) 4) If requested to enter and is deemed safe to do so, and if the need arises the IC is to notify FRV Operations Commancer or CFA Rostered Duty Officer (RDO) 5) Fire service personnel to receive briefing from facility staff including arrangements for any emergency evacuation plan 6) A minimum number of appliances and crew will be committed, IC to determine 7) Routine security checks undertaken in consideration of situation 8) Fire services to withdraw if safety/security of personnel/appliances becomes threatened 9) Security checks on departure. LO to confirm absence of prisoners on appliances 10) IC to confirm identity of firefighters leaving secured facility

Question 82

What are 4 considerations for Safe Working at Heights?

Answer 82

1) Respond High Angle Rescue 2) Possibility of utilising aerial appliance 3) Creation of separate radio channel for SWH operations 4) Thermal imaging camera for roof temperature (if available)

Question 83

What are 5 safety considerations for incidents at Docks/Ports?

Answer 83

1) Beware of load limitations on piers, jetties and wharves. No vehicles are to be driven onto these that do not have a weight limitation plaque 2) Exercise caution when working near edges 3) Personal flotation devices (PFD) shall be worn when working within 2m of body of water 4) Establish 2m safety zone around edges 5) Appoint a safety officer when working near water

Question 84

What are 4 general considerations for incidents at Docks/Ports?

Answer 84

1) Waterway Emergency Response operators 2) Beware of weight limitations/loading on wharves and appliance exclusion zones. Do not enter if load limit is not identified. Marine response for safety, lighting, firefighting, booms and specialist advice 3) Tugs – available if required for firefighting west of Bolte Bridge only. SF1s to be assigned to operate water monitors on tugs. The tug Coxswain has overriding responsibility for the safety of the vessel and the crew 4) Shipping container – obtain container number (2, 3 or 4 alpha characters, followed by 6-7 numeric characters e.g. CRXU2933507) and relay to Firecom for details of contents. Number marked on all sides of container

Question 85

What are 4 actions to be taken for incidents at Docks/Ports?

Answer 85

1) Liaise with port authority personnel 2) Seek specialist advice 3) Maintain red/blue flashing lights at all times 4) Be aware of other vehicles in dock areas

Question 86

What actions shall be taken for ship emergencies/firefighting tugs?

Answer 86

1) Respond fire boats (FRV) 2) Respond Coast Guard (FRV/CFA) 3) Establish and maintain contact with ship’s senior officer on board 4) Report to the ship’s bridge 5) Determine location and access to fire and intensity 6) Access information: ƒ Ship’s plans ƒ Firefighting already undertaken ƒ Operation of firefighting installations/equipment ƒ Details of cargo/manifest/log ƒ State of ship’s services – power, water ƒ Ventilation ƒ Ship’s stability ƒ State of the ship's hatches Response June 2018 – Edition 1 186 Technical Response June 2018 – Edition 1 187 7) Fire service vessels or fire tugs to cool the exterior of the vessel 8) Monitor amount of water used and removal of firefighting water (stability) 9) Establish origin of ignition 10) Consider and monitor alternative extinguishing media

Question 87

What are the 5 considerations in regards to pollution control?

Answer 87

1) Size, location and type of spill 2) Identify control agency 3) Specialist advice early on 4) Accessing State cache of equipment 5) Waterway Emergency Responder (WR) response

Question 88

How many DC volts are in a Tram if the pantegraph is still in contact with the overhead wires?

Answer 88

600v

Question 89

What is the minimum safe working distance for the overhead DC powerlines?

Answer 89

3 metres

Question 90

Can we enter the roof of a Tram?

Answer 90

Roof areas of trams are ‘no go’ zones until isolation and earthing is confirmed by relevant tram company maintenance crews on site

Question 91

What are 4 general considerations for incidents involving Trams?

Answer 91

1) Trams operate on 600 volt DC tractive control from overhead trolley wire 2) Power control centre is able to isolate power to each section in the network remotely. However isolation is not ensured until maintenance crews confirm on site 3) Responding Heavy Rescue pod 4) Responding High Angle Rescue if incident involves roof of tram

Question 92

Who is generally the Municipal Emergency Response Coordinator (MERC) from Vicpol?

Answer 92

The district Senior Sergeant

Question 93

What responsibilities does the MERC have?

Answer 93

The MERC has the responsibility to coordinate requests from the Fire Services, including but not limited to accommodation, logistics, support resources or issues related to recovery activities. The MERC should be embedded into the EMT at the earliest convenience, regardless of the size of the incident.

Question 94

How do we request Vicpol Airwing?

Answer 94

Requests for Victorian Police air support in emergency situations may be made through the on-scene VicPol coordinator

Question 95

What are the 3 levels of Hostile acts?

Answer 95

Level 1- Hostile act could occur Level 2- Hostile act is likely Level 3- Hostile act is imminent or has occurred

Question 96

What are the 6 steps for siting of appliances at a hostile act event?

Answer 96

1) Park minimum 300m from area until the incident site has been assessed by Bomb Response Unit personnel (BRU) 2) Utilise open space wherever possible 3) Park appliance facing away 4) Notify Firecom of location of appliances 5) All firefighters stay in rear seat, side windows open 6) Maintain clear access and egress all times