Specific Threat 2 Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is a Signal 55A in the context of a building threat?
A specific bomb threat with PTI (person-type indicator).
What does Signal 55 indicate during a specific threat incident?
A bomb has exploded.
What is considered a ‘specific bomb threat’ to a building?
A threat including at least one element of specificity such as the building name and location.
What is the required ARFF stand-by distance from a building under a specific threat?
At least 1200 feet from the target building, as assigned by D-8.
Which ARFF units respond to a specific building threat?
An engine or tower, a rescue, and District-8 (D-8).
Who establishes Unified Command during a bomb threat to a building?
Airfield Operations or Landside Operations and Orlando Police Department (OPD).
What should ARFF personnel do before approaching a building with a bomb threat?
Wait for direction from D-8.
What must be done if ARFF is tasked with an operation within the 1200-foot zone?
Only essential personnel are to be committed to the task.
What is the ARFF role in response to specific building bomb threats?
Support and rescue.
What happens if a device detonates and causes fire or injuries at a building?
ARFF will work with OPD to ensure safety and mitigate the situation.
