A654 Structural Collapse

Question 1

2 likely structural collapse scenarios:

Answer 1

collapse with civilians involved

collapse at working fire w/ FF’s involved

Question 2

Scene size-up with emphasis on ___ is imperative.

Answer 2

hazard assessment

Question 3

Where should incoming apparatus be positioned?

Answer 3

outside secondary collapse zones

Question 4

IC shall designate a ___ and/or ___.

Answer 4

Safety Officer and/or Safety Group

Question 5

What should be immediately conducted if the structural collapse is at a fire?

Answer 5

PAR

Question 6

Create and implement a methodical search and rescue plan based on the following considerations: 4

Answer 6

1. Surface victims first- locate and remove
2. Search voids and spaces created by collapsed debris
3. selective debris removal in areas most likely containing victims
4. general debris removal for complete and thorough search

Question 7

What additional areas should be considered?

Answer 7

medical triage and transportation corridor

Question 8

The danger of ___ may increase as rescue efforts dislodge materials and vibrations from operations activities affect unstable material?

Answer 8

secondary collapse