Hazards in Home & Office
Name three major causes of home fires
Carelessness with cigarettes
Faulty electrical wiring
Faulty lighting equipment
Carelessness with cooking and heating appliances
Children playing with matches
Who are three key parties in implementing new security requirements at Post?
RSO, CD, DMO
Who dictates the security restrictions of USDH residences at post?
RSO
Which PC system is used for background certifications?
OdyWeb
What should you do if you encounter a grenade?
Lie down with your feet facing the grenade. Cross legs.
What is the difference between safety and security?
Safety = guarding against natural or accidental threats
Security = measures to protect against intentional threats or violence
When might the RSO use arresting authority?
To capture US fugitive in country
If USDH breaks US law on embassy property
How long is the certification duration for short-term AND long-term contractors?
Short-term: 3 years
Long-term: 5 years
If a Molotov cocktail hits your car, what should you do?
How far is the required setback distance for USG buildings?
100 feet
What is the most common type of crime committed against USG that RSOs typically investigate?
Visa fraud
What does MS 611 address?
Intelligence background
What does carbon monoxide do to the body?
It binds to hemoglobin, which prevents red blood cells from getting oxygen
List two of the three two reasons in the MOA for why Peace Corps is not co-located with the embassy
PC must remain substantially separate from the day-to-day conduct and concerns and foreign policy
PC's need for separation is not comparable to that of other USG agencies
PC should be provided as much autonomy and flexibility in day-to-day operations as possible
Name two best practices to establish a good relationship with your RSO
Give the RSO an overview of PC’s approach to Safety and Security
Invite RSO to give security briefing to PCVs
Look for alternatives to RSO recommendations instead of simply rejecting them.
Take RSO to the field to see where PCVs live and work
What is the maximum number of contract days to be considered short-term?
260 contract days
How fast can fire travel?
Up to 19 feet per second
What does SECCA stand for?
Secure Embassy Construction and Counterterrorism Act
What is the PROTECT act?
Mandates the investigation and prosecution of crimes against children (including US citizens abroad)
Under what conditions is RSO approval and database check NOT required?
Answer: When contract is shorter than 15 days + less than $3000 + no unescorted access