Technical Rescue SOGs(Paragraphs 2900-3900) Flashcards
(105 cards)
1
Q
Particular Water Ops may expose rescue
personnel to ______ that may _____.
A
hazards
affect their long-term health
2
Q
2 types of particular water ops
A
pilau water
vehicles in the water
3
Q
pilau water ops is when _____.
A
unhealthy, contaminated, or polluted water
may effect the health of rescue
personnel.
4
Q
vehicles in the water ops is when _____.
A
operations(towing/removing) may infringe
upon the salvage company responsibilities
5
Q
Prior to involvement in any scuba diving
operations, personnel must complete an
_____.
A
open water diver certification course from a
nationally recognized organization.
6
Q
Dive console consists of 3 things
A
compass
pressure guage
depth guage
7
Q
7 maintenance/checks for the dive console
A
1)rinse thoroughly after each use
2)turn air pressure gauge away from you
when opening the tank
3)check for air leakage at the hose fitting
4)check compass for needle operation
5)check high pressure hose for cracking
6)keep together as a unit with the regulator
7)air dry and store out of direct sunlight
8
Q
dive regulator controls 2 things
A
air supply
air pressure
9
Q
9 maintenance/checks of a dive regulator
A
1)have it annually inspected by a trained service technician. 2)do not allow contact with petroleum products. 3)check hoses for deterioration/cracking 4)check for loose fittings 5)check 2nd stage functionality 6)dry and secure dust cap to 1st stage 7)rinse thoroughly with fresh water 8)soak in fresh water for 5 minutes 9)air dry and store out of direct sunlight
10
Q
4 maintenance/checks for fins
A
rinse after each use
check for deterioration in rubber and straps
replace if tears or cracking in straps
air dry and store out of direct sunlight
11
Q
5 maintenance checks for masks
A
rinse after each use check for cracks and chips in lens place out of service if cracks/chips in lens check skirt for deterioration air dry and store out of direct sunlight
12
Q
snorkels a have 4 components
A
long, hard plastic tube
flexible tubing
purge valve
silicone mouthpiece
13
Q
7 maintenance/checks for snorkels
A
rinse after each use check purge valve(if equipped) for leaks check for deterioration check for cracks in hard plastic tubing check for separation around mouthpiece place out of service if cracking/deterioration/excessive leaking air dry and store out of direct sunlight
14
Q
6 maintenance/checks for wetsuits
A
rinse thoroughly after each use check for tears/rips check zipper for proper function check all seams (stitched or glued) place out of service if torn or zipper broken air dry and store out of direct sunlight
15
Q
dive compass has a 5 things.
A
hardened plastic casing lens ratchet-style bezel dial rotating needle luminescent display
16
Q
7 maintenance/checks for the compass
A
rinse thoroughly after each use make sure the needle moves freely make sure the dial moves freely check lens for cracks or damage check casing for damage store compass in console boot air dry and store out of direct sunlight
17
Q
HFD dive computers are _____ and come
with a _____. They can store up to _____
dives.
A
battery powered
hose mount kit
12
18
Q
Dive computer data includes _____. (6 things)
A
time of day bottom time dive duration depth ascent rate color coded no decompression limit
19
Q
6 maintenance/checks for dive computer
A
rinse thoroughly after each use check battery level check for proper LCD display operation check lens for cracks/condensation/leaking air dry and store out of direct sunlight store away from heavy objects
20
Q
4 cautions for the dive computer
A
do not use if low battery life make sure the unit activates before submerging. check for proper LCD display operation use computer to maintain "no decompression" diving.
21
Q
7 maintenance/checks for dive handlights
A
rinse thoroughly after each use check for housing leaks check for corrosion in battery compartment check quality of light beam check trigger lock functionality store away from heavy objects air dry and store out of direct sunlight
22
Q
Remember that _____ affects how well the
handlight will aid vision.
A
water clarity
23
Q
Dive Propulsion Vehicle is also known as
A
underwater scooter
24
Q
DPV running time is ____ minutes
A
40-100
25
DPV max. depth
130'
26
DPV batteries are _____.
rechargeable
27
11 maintenance/checks for DPV
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rinse thoroughly after each use
check for moisture inside unit.
make sure o-ring is seated properly.
do not lubricate o-ring seals
make sure safety locks are closed.
check battery charge level using
indicator light
make sure battery leads are connected.
fully charge batteries within 24hr of use.
ensure motor is disconnected from
batteries while storing.
store upright on prop shroud.
do not run > 10s out of water
```
28
8 maintenance/checks for hawaiian pack
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rinse thoroughly after each use
check for corrosion around rivets
check tank band for deterioration
check waist band for deterioration
wet tank band before securing air tank
keep heavy loads away metal bands
u can store with air tank attached
air dry and store out of direct sunlight
```
29
HFD's bang stick is an _____ model that
has a _____ with a _____ part _____. It uses
____ ammunition and has a fiberglass
extension shaft.
```
AB Biller
stainless steel shaft
2
powerhead
44 caliber
```
30
9 maintenance/checks for the bang stick
1)rinse thoroughly after each use
2)after each dive, disassemble
powerhead and remove ammunition.
3)check for corrosion around threads.
4)air dry thoroughly
5)reassemble
6)store with powerhead unloaded
7)store in a secure area
8)engage safety lock prior to storage
9)disengage safety lock prior to use.
31
replace ammo in powerhead after ____ dives.
5
32
Wing style BCD is constructed of a _____
and has a _____ bladder, quick release
shoulder straps, single tank capability, and
a _____.
back-mounted air cell
wing-style
low-pressure inflator
33
10 maintenance/checks for our BCDs
```
rinse outside after every use
rinse inside of bladder after every use
check for rips/tears in straps
check for leaking
check for cracks/functionality in
inflator hose
check functionality of all straps, buckles,
and releases
avoid sharp objects
wet tank band prior to securing tank
store partially inflated
air dry out of direct sunlight
```
34
10 required skills/training for rope rescue ops
```
1)know your rope rescue operations
basic guidelines
2)knots
3)anchoring and rigging
4)rappelling
5)belaying
6)lowering
7)hauling
8)pick-offs
9)patient packaging
10)litter rigging
```
35
5 basic guidelines for rope rescue ops
```
use proper PPEs
use separate bombproof anchors for
each line if possible.
know voice and hand signals
perform safety touch checks for all
components of the system before loading.
remove non-essential personnel from
rigging and operations scene.
```
36
Per OSHA mandates, _____ should only be
| used for patient transfer as a last resort.
power equipment such as cranes, derricks, and forklifts.
37
Ropes and rope rescue components must
| meet _____ standards.
NFPA 1983(2012 Edition)
38
```
Ropes and rope rescue equipment must
meet _____ strength criteria which is _____
minimum breaking strength, _____ max.
safe working load providing a _____
safety factor.
```
NFPA 1983(2012) general use
9000#
600#
15:1
39
Refer to _____ regarding _____, _____, and _____ for all ropes and rope equip.
manufacturer's recommendations
inspections
maintenance and use
retirement
40
If the integrity of a rope rescue component
is in question, it shall be _____ or _____
with rigging until it can be replaced.
replaced
| backed up
41
If hardware is dropped more than ____ on
| to a hard surface, it shall be _____.
3'
| inspected carefully for damage
42
If hardware is dropped more than _____ on
| to a hard surface, it shall _____.
5'
not be used until properly tested or
condemned
43
When _____ occurs, all components
| affected shall _____.
impact loading
| be inspected carefully for damage
44
After impact loading, if there is no visible
damage, the _____ shall determine if a
component is _____.
severity of the impact load
| condemned
45
2 things life safety rope is never used for
| are _____.
```
towing
utility line (hoisting, etc.)
```
46
Life Safety Ropes meet NFPA ____.
It has _____ and _____ construction. HFD
uses _____ ropes with a low stretch of
_____ for better _____.
```
kernmantle
block creel
static
2-4%
control
```
47
12 specifications/qualities for
| HFD life safety rope
1)Nylon
2)Continuous Filament Virgin Fiber
3)Block Creel construction
4Kernmantle construction
5)Kern has 85% of rope strength
6)Mantle has 15% of rope strength
7)Minimum tensile strength of 9000#
8)Maximum safe working load of 600#
9)Meets the 15:1 safety factor for a
2-person load.
10)nylon weighs about 7#/100'
11)nylon melts at 480 degrees F
12)nylon loses 10-15% strength when wet
48
Do not dry life safety rope in a _____.
automatic dryer.
49
Do not _____ on life safety rope and
| provide _____ when using life safety rope.
step
| edge protection
50
Life safety harness construction consists
of _____, ______ in the front and back, and
_____.
2" nylon webbing
steel d-rings
steel adjustment buckles
51
```
HFD rescue harnesses must be either
_____. The 2" webbing is _____
construction and must be rated to at
least _____. D-rings must be
rated to at least _____.
```
class II or class III harnesses
flat weave
9500#
5000#
52
As with rope harnesses must be stored
| away from _____(5 things)
```
acids, alkalis, chemicals, petroleum,
and other contaminants.
direct sunlight
dirt, grime
exhaust
heat
```
53
Inspect harnesses _____ each use.
before and after
54
If webbing is _____ than it is rated at _____.
tied in a loop and doubled
| 12000#
55
Accessory cord is normally tied _____ using
a _____. It is then used to form a _____
called a _____ that is either _____. It can
come in what 5 sizes?
```
in a loop
double fisherman's
rope grab
prusik hitch
double or triple wrapped.
5,6,7,8, or 9mm
```
56
6mm accessory cord is rated at ____.
1620#/1700# per CMC
57
7mm accessory cord is rated at _____.
2200#
58
8mm accessory cord is rated at _____.
2875#/2700# per CMC
59
Anchor straps, pick-off straps, and utility
| straps must be rated to at least _____.
8000#
60
Anchor plates can be _____ rated
| at _____ or ______ rated at _____.
aluminum
8900#
stainless steel
9150#
61
HFD ascenders must be _____ and work
with ____ rope. They are rated to at least
_____.
spring loaded
1/2"
5400#
62
Ascenders are also known as _____.
rope grab devices
63
Carabiners must be rated to at least _____.
9000#
64
Carabiners can be used for 6 things
```
to join components to a rope system
to descend
to act as pulleys
to create change of directions
to create LRDs
to add friction to the system
```
65
Carabiners can be lubricated with ____.
LPS 1
66
Figure 8 must have ____ and be rated to
| at least _____.
ears
| 9000#
67
figure 8 descenders can be used for 3 things
rappelling
lowering
belaying
68
4 uses for a pulley
change direction
create MA
extend an anchor
reduce friction/abrasion
69
5 components of a pulley
```
side plates
sheave
axle
bearing
becket (normally on double pulleys)
```
70
Bearings for a pulley can be _____,
| or _____.
oilite
sealed
ball bearings
71
pulleys can be lubricated with _____.
LPS 1
72
pulleys are rated to at least _____.
9000#
73
Rappel racks have 7 components
```
welded eye
tie off bar
grooved top bar
2nd bar (straight slot)
4 angled slot bars
long leg
short leg
```
74
Rappel rack eye is rated at _____.
10000#
75
Triangular screw link is made out of ____
and can be _____ or _____ in diameter. It is
used for _____ and is rated to at least
______ when locked.
```
galvanized or stainless steel
7/16"
1/2"
three way loading
no less than 9000#
```
76
____ is used to lubricate the Tri-link
LPS 1
77
Swivels are designed to _____ and work
with _____. They have _____ ball bearings
and are rated no less than ____.
rotate 360 degrees
pulleys
sealed
8000#
78
3 requirements for rope
| rescue components
1)designed and manufactured specifically
for rope rescue and conform to NFPA
1983
2)must meet general use strength criteria
3)must follow manufacturer's instructions
regarding inspection, maintenance, and
retirement
79
4 rope rescue general safety guidelines
1)if the integrity of a component is in ?,
replace it or back it up until it can be
replaced.
2)if hardware is dropped 3' on to a hard
surface it shall be inspected carefully
for damage
3)if hardware is dropped 5' or more on to
a hard surface, it shall not be used until
properly tested.
4)if impact loading occurs, all components
must be inspected for damage. the severity
of the impact load will determine if a
component is condemned.
80
2 HFD Carabiner Construction requirements
steel
| locking pin
81
3 HFD Carabiner Specification requirements
rated atleast 9000# tensile strength
D-shaped
Large or X-large
82
5 maintenance checks for the carabiner
```
visual inspect after each use
inspect for proper operation after each use
keep clean
lubricate if necessary with LPS
store away from moisture/petroleum
products/acids/alkalis.chemicals
```
83
Figure 8 descender construction requirement
made of steel
84
2 figure 8 specifications for HFD
atleast 9000# tensile strength
| have ears
85
3 maintenance checks for the figure 8
visually inspect after each use
keep clean
store away from heat/petroleum products/
acids/alkalis/chemicals
86
3 construction requirements for HFD pulleys
steel axle
stainless steel side plates
aluminum alloy sheaves
87
5 maintenance requirements for our pulleys,
| tri-links are the exactly same
```
visual inspect after each use
inspect for proper operation after each use
keep clean
lubricate if necessary with LPS
store away from heat/petroleum
products/acids/alkalis.chemicals
```
88
6 specifications for our pulleys
```
4" single or double sheave type
2" single or double sheave type
rotating side plates
should have beckets on double pulleys
oilite or ball bearings
atleast 9000# tensile strength
```
89
2 precautions for the pulley
load correctly
| do not drop
90
3 rappel rack uses
rappelling
lowering
belaying
91
3 rappel rack HFD construction requirements
stainless steel frame
welded eye
6 aluminum bars
92
6 rappel rack HFD specification requirements
```
atleast 10000# tensile strength
welded eye rated at 10000#
6 bar rack
1" top bar with rope groove
second bar straight slot
4 bars angle slot
```
93
4 maintenance checks for our rappel racks,
| ascenders, and swivels
```
visual inspect after each use
inspect for proper operation after each use
keep clean
store away from heat/petroleum
products/acids/alkalis.chemicals
```
94
2 precautions for our rappel racks
load correctly
| do not drop
95
Tri Link construction requirement
galvanized or stainless steel
96
2 tri-link HFD specifications
7/16"-8/16" diameter
| atleast 9000# tensile strength
97
triangular screw links are AKA
tri-links
98
2 swivel HFD construction requirements
machined out of solid aerospace alloys
| sealed ball bearing
99
1 swivel HFD specification requirement
atleast 8000# tensile strength
100
3 maintenance checks for the anchor plate
visual inspect after each use
keep clean
store away from heat/petroleum
products/acids/alkalis.chemicals
101
1 anchor plate HFD specification
| requirement
atleast 8900# tensile strength
102
```
3 ascender(rope grab device) HFD
specifications
```
atleast 5400# tensile strength
spring loaded
to be used with 1/2" rope
103
1 ascender(rope grab device) HFD construction requirement
stainless steel or aircraft aluminum alloy
104
2 uses for the ascenders
supporting your own weight
| ascending
105
3 precautions for ascenders
load correctly
do not drop
do not use for hauling
