SOGs-13-Fire Apparatus Driving Flashcards
(51 cards)
What should fire apparatus drivers avoid doing?
Travelling on road shoulders Passing vehicles on the right
Travelling in opposing traffic lanes
Using lights and sirens returning from incidents
“Pushing” motorists with sirens/horns
During an emergency response why do apparatus drivers need to slow down prior to reaching an intersection?
Get a good view of the situation Avoid startling unaware motorists
During an emergency response what is the procedure for apparatus drivers crossing an intersection on a green signal?
Slow down Take foot off accelerator Cover the break Looking in all three directions Look for vehicles turning in front of apparatus Proceed with caution
During an emergency response what is the procedure for an apparatus driver when crossing on a red light or stop sign?
Come to a complete stop Make eye contact with other drivers Wait for the captain to state it’s clear Apply a 2 second count Proceed with caution
During an emergency response what is the procedure for an apparatus driver making right or left turns in front of stopped vehicles?
Come to a complete stop next vehicle
Establish eye contact with the side drivers
Wait for captain to indicate clear
Be aware of vehicles approaching from behind
Proceed with caution
What should drivers consider or be aware of at an incident?
Personnel or spectators stepping in front of a moving apparatus Utilize pylons
Clearly mark lowered ladder beds
Emergency lights left on until leaving
Sufficient room to move apparatus
What should apparatus drivers do when backing a vehicle?
Use personnel as spotters
Activate emergency lights
Walk around apparatus if spotters are unavailable
Use 2 spotters if available
Make verbal communication with spotter
Ensure spotter 8 to 10 feet behind vehicle
What are the responsibilities of personnel/spotters with the backing of a vehicle?
Have a thorough knowledge of hand signals
Do not stand between a vehicle and other object
Survey the right side, rear area and overhead clearance for obstacles
Keep eye contact with the driver
Direct the driver with approved hand signals or verbal communication
Allow extra room for swing factor
Do not back apparatus close to stationary objects
When backing into a station how far from the bay door for the driver stop?
3 metres
When backing into a station why does the vehicle need to stop away from the bay door?
The spotter needs to ensure personnel with the exhaust extractor are clear of the incoming apparatus
What is the proper sequence for shutting down an apparatus?
All lights and accessories are off Ensure air tanks are fully charged Shut down engine
Turn battery off
Connect to station power
What if there is a conflict between a shift driving instructor and the driver?
Another shift examiner will evaluate the driver
Define safe working zone?
An area determined by the IC were rescue extrication or firefighting activities may take place
What is a blocker vehicle?
Apparatus placed 30m or 4m/10km of posted speed limit to protect personnel working in a safe working zone
What are the requirements for a blocker vehicle?
6800 kg of mass
Rear mounted arrow board
What is a fend off position?
Apparatus positioned in such a way as to help deflect an approaching vehicle from entering the safe working zone
What is the HVSA?
High Visibility Safety Apparel
What is the Ontario traffic management?
Temporary traffic control for unplanned events
What is a lateral buffer?
Area created along side an incident scene to provide added protection
What distance should a wide lateral buffer be?
0.5 metres
What distance back from the edge of a live traffic lane should cones be set at?
0.5 metres
What is the maximum traffic cone spacing?
3 metres
What needs to be done if an incident affects rail traffic or present a hazard along the railway right of way?
Notify FC to have all trains stopped till the hazard has been removed or stabilized
What is referred to as lane +1 blocking?
A blocker vehicle protecting one more lane of traffic affected by the incident on highways when speeds are greater than 90 km/h
