High Rise Emergency Voice Alsrm Communication evac System 206-22

Question 1

Who may be responsible for the EVAC system?

Answer 1

An Officer or another assigned individual

The person assigned should be regularly advised by the Incident Commander about firefighting operations and relevant information.

Question 2

What should be announced upon arrival of apparatus at an incident?

Answer 2

That RFPS personnel are on scene and investigating the situation

This announcement is made under the direction of the Incident Commander.

Question 3

During which phases of an incident should updates be provided to building occupants?

Answer 3

Investigative and operational phases

Updates should be given at regular intervals with relevant information.

Question 4

What specific instructions should be provided for evacuation?

Answer 4

General evacuations, floor by floor evacuations, specific zone or area evacuations, and specific stairwell selection and use

These instructions help ensure orderly evacuations.

Question 5

What should occupants be advised before clearing the location?

Answer 5

The incident status and when normal activities may resume

This ensures that occupants are informed about the situation.

Question 6

How many times should every announcement made by RFPS personnel be repeated?

Answer 6

Three (3) times

This helps ensure that the information is clearly communicated.

Question 7

What is the final announcement made by the person in charge of the EVAC system?

Answer 7

‘There will be no further announcements.’

This concludes the communication process for that incident.

Question 8

When should firefighting personnel familiarize themselves with building EVAC systems?

Answer 8

At the conclusion of a response to a building, during routine building familiarizations, scheduled tours, and unscheduled tours approved by building staff

Familiarization is crucial for effective response.

Question 9

What specific locations should suppression personnel familiarize themselves with?

Answer 9

• Location of the EVAC system
• Location/presence of a Central Alarm Control Facilities (CACF) room
• Key location and access
• Operating switches (fans, elevator, etc.)
• Labelling
• Microphone operation
• Other system features (e.g. Firefighter telephones)

Knowledge of these locations and features is essential for effective operation.