This Operations Level PPT training presentation is compliant with NFPA 1006 Chapter 16.2 & NFPA 1670 Chapter 16, 2017 Version. Includes sections on Pre-Planning, Scene Size Up, Scene Management, Helicopter Use, Witness Interviews, Risk Benefit Analysis, Operational Modes, Vehicles in Water. Comes with skills testing sheets. Estimated teaching time is 3-4 hours and 5-8 hours skills time. Presentation is over 70 slides in length.
2. SCENE SIZE UP
A mental process of evaluating the facts of an
incident prior to committing resources to a
course of action
Determine the type of incident
Rescue vs. Recovery
Surface vs. Sub-surface response
Risk/Benefit Analysis
Rule out a false call
4. SCENE EVALUATION
Determine what resources will be needed
What resources do you have available?
Do you have resources for reach, throw and row
scenarios?
What resources will you need to request?
5. SCENE SAFETY
PFD¡¯s must be worn if within 10¡¯ of water
No firefighter turnout gear within 10¡¯ of water
Set up RIT when staffing becomes available
Highest level personal & boat
Keep unnecessary people out of Warm & Hot
zones
To safety stop operations one long whistle blast
6. SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT
For rescue staff
Personnel flotation device
(PFD) Type III or V
Thermal protection
(Wet or Dry suit)
Water rescue helmet
Knife
Whistle
Contamination protection
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7. WITNESS INTERVIEWS
Secure witnesses using additional personnel or
Law Enforcement
Keep witness on scene for interview
Provide medical assistance if necessary
Gather basic information from witness
Use trained interviewers (Law Enforcement)
Obtain witness ID
Name, address, phone number
8. FAMILY MEMBERS IF PRESENT
Emotional stability
Keep contained in area & away from others
Keep liaison with them
Keep them informed of operations
May be emotional
9. DRONES
Easily carried in small vehicle
Most can be hand carried to remote site
Has many of the same advantages of a
helicopter
10. L/Z TO PILOT COMMUNICATIONS
Ground frequency should be included in flight
request
Many helicopters may have limited
preprogramed frequencies & not easily
changed
Restrict radio communications on L/Z to pilot
frequency
Frequency used should be included in preplans