MP 204.03 Radiological Hazards

Question 0

Dispatch center will dispatch either a ________ assignment or a ________ assignment with the Hazardous Materials Team to any incident reported to involve radiological materials?

Answer 0

2-1 or 1st Alarm.

The size of the assignment will be based on the location and type of the situation reported

Question 1

The fire department responsibilities during radiological emergencies include what?

Answer 1

Rescue, treatment, fire control/extinguishment, control of contamination spread and alerting responsible .

Question 2

What are the 7 Tactical Considerations in Radiological incidents with Fire.

Answer 2

1. Initiate normal tactical firefighting Ops.
2. Always approach from upwind
3. Do not ventilate
4. Minimize the use of water
5. Control water run off – impound for disposal
6. Minimize exposure of personnel
7. Use full protective clothing with SCBA

Question 3

What are the 5 Tactical Considerations in Rescue/EMS Incidents involving Radiological Hazards.

Answer 3

1. Remove patients quickly
2. Treat patients for medical problems/injuries
3. Alert hospitals to prepare for contaminated patients
4. Use full protective clothing and SCBA
5. Decontaminate vehicles used to transport

Question 4

If a nuclear weapon involves fire, evacuate the area of how many feet in all directions immediately?

Answer 4

2,000 feet.