SOG 3-14 Marijuana Grow Ops

Question 1

What is the first action the Incident Commander (IC) should take upon discovering a marijuana grow op and/or clandestine lab during firefighting operations?

a) Call for additional fire apparatus
b) Request a Hazmat response
c) Undertake a Hazard Risk Analysis
d) Evacuate the area immediately

Answer 1

c) Undertake a Hazard Risk Analysis

Question 2

In the case of a marijuana grow op, where should the structure be electrically de-energized?

a) At the meter
b) From the street
c) Inside the structure
d) At the breaker panel

Answer 2

b) From the street

Question 3

What is the appropriate response if hazardous materials are present/suspected with no fire conditions?

a) Consider Hazmat response and operations as per SOG 24-02
b) Continue firefighting operations
c) Evacuate the area immediately
d) Request additional fire personnel

Answer 3

a) Consider Hazmat materials response and operations as per SOG 24-02

Question 4

When should Witness Statements be completed according to the guideline?

a) Upon arrival at the scene
b) After firefighting operations are terminated
c) During the Hazard Risk Analysis
d) Before calling for a Hazmat response

Answer 4

b) After firefighting operations are terminated

Question 5

What do you notify to Fire Control once you discover a grow op?

Answer 5

“Code Green” as per SOG 05-13