***TB SCBA ADD 8 PAK--TRACKER Flashcards
(45 cards)
T/F
The Pak-Tracker handheld receiver is not suitable for use in potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres.
TRUE
3.1
The maximum range from a SCBA’s transmitter to a Pak-Tracker handheld receiver is approximately___feet line of sight.
900 feet.
The range is dependent on the environmental conditions and anything that might cause interference or reflection of the personal transmitter signal.
2.1
Pak-Trackers shall be brought to the ICP by what company(ies)?
…to ICP by FAST Unit, Rescue & Squad companies.
A member of the Fast Unit will remain monitor the Pak-Tracker. The Rescue & Squad Pak-Tracker will remain at the ICP as a backup should the FAST unit be deployed. 41
T/F
The Pak-Tracker does not possess the ability to be updated when a spare mask is put in service?
TRUE
4.1.1
Who shall monitor the Pak-Tracker?
Any FAST Unit member other than the member monitoring the EFAS.
4.2
What takes place when a FAST Unit member receives an alarm signal on the Pak-Tracker?
The member monitoring the Pak-Tracker shall immediately notify their company officer with the identity on the LCD display (members unit and assignment)
4.3
What shall the FAST Officer do in this situation?
The FAST Unit Officer shall notify the IC of the activation, and attempt to contact the member to determine whether the signal is for an emergency or an inadvertent activation.
4.3
IF the PASS activation is for a life threatening emergency or if no contact can be established, the fast unit officer shall do what?
Immediately notify the IC with a “MAYDAY” transmission.
4.3
T/F
When the IC decides to utilize the “tracking” capability of the Pak-Tracker, the Pak-Trackers left at the command post by Rescue & Squad can be used immediately for their monitoring and identification capability.
TRUE
4.4
T/F
The IC shall designate an available member to monitor the Pak-Tracker until the designation of a new FAST Unit.
TRUE
4.4
T/F
At building collapses where members may be trapped beneath debris, a Pak-Tracker may be used from a TL Bucket to help ID and locate trapped embers.
TRUE
Because of a signals tendency to pass through holes, voids, and gaps, this tactic could allow members to determine where to begin searching when units are unsure of a trapped members location.4.5
To turn ON the Pak-Tracker receiver, press and hold___the”___“(right)and the “___“(left) buttons at the same time.
Press and hold BOTH the ENTER(right) & SCROLL(left)
5.1
When the Pak-Tracker receives a signal from a PASS Device that has been in full alarm for___seconds, the receiver will emit a ___audible alarm
10 seconds
2-tone audible alarm, and the LCD display will show the SCBAs ID (unit& member assignment)and relative signal strength.
5.2
While the Pak-Tracker can receive and store up to___SCBA ID’s, the LCD display screen is only large enough to display ___lines of information.
36 SCBAs
2 lines of info.
5.3
In order to use the Scroll feature (Left) button press and hold the “scroll” button for____seconds..
Press & hold for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds the IDs will begin to scroll on the LCD Display. When the desired ID appears in the top row of the LCD display, release the scroll button and press enter.
5.3
The Pak-Tracker receiver can only lock onto___SCBAs at a time.
ONE SCBA at a time.
5.4
T/F
Once a Pak-Tracker has locked onto the signal of one specific PASS Alarm, it no longer has the ability to receive any additional PASS alarm signals.
TRUE
5.4
A Pak-Tracker is also capable of being unlocked (returned to monitoring mode) in order to monitor for additional transmitting signals,by pressing and holding the___button for___seconds.
Scroll button for 3 seconds
5.5
The relative signal strength displayed on the Pak-Trackers LCD display screen will vary depending on:
Distance from the SCBA to the “PT”
Path the SCBA signal takes to get to the “PT”
Materials affecting the signal between the SCBA and the “PT”
Orientation of the hand held receiver(PT)
The PT” is very sensitive in responding to small differences in signal strenght.
7.2
To lock onto a signal in order to begin tracking a distressed members location, press the “____” button once.
“ENTER” Button once. The LCD display will show that the “PT” has entered the “searching” mode. NOTE: The “ENTER” button is a momentary-touch button:
7.4
To begin searching, the”PT” should be held at___height out in front of the operating member. The___of the hand held receiver should be pointed toward the target.
Held at “Waist” Height
the top of…
7.6
When the signal strength rises above the ___% level, the row of LED’s will begin t light starting with___ at the bottom,___in the middle and___at the top.
Above 50%
Red at the bottom, Yellow in the middle and green at the top.
7.6
What color LEDs are shown when the “PT” is at 50%?
No LEDs are shown. It must be above 50%
7.6
The “PT” receiver averages___readings per second. When there are features such as doors, hallways, openings, or windows, take readings at each feature to determine where the strongest signal is coming through
4 readings per second
7.7
