Disaster Preparedness
What are the three steps to disaster prepadedness?
Make a plan, build a kit, and stay informed
What does PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
What are the four main functional areas of CERT response?
Command, Operations, Planning and Logistics
What are two ways to stop bleeding?
Direct pressure and elevation
The first goal of search and rescue is to maintain the safety of the rescuers. The second goal is to:
Rescue the greatest amount of people in the shortest amount of time
What should be in your emergency supply kit? Name 3
Water, food, flashlight, batteries, first aid kit, and important documents
CERTS should only attempt to suppress fires that are smaller than:
A waste paper can
What should CERT members always do before starting operations?
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you always wear during medical ops?
Gloves, googles, hard hat, mask
What is the buddy system and why is it important?
Working in pairs ensures safety
One gallon per person per day
When should you do before opening a closed door?
Feel closed doors for heat with the back of the hand, working from the bottom up
What does ICS stand for?
Incident Command System
How do you treat shock?
When entering a building what do you call out?
"If you can hear me, come to the sound of my voice."
Disaster can be: Natural, Technological and....
The fire triangle includes the following 3 components
Oxygen, fuel, heat
What does the "30-2-Can D0" rule stand for?
Breathing under 30/min, cap refill under 2 seconds, and can follow commands
What is the minimum number of days your emergency kit should last?
3 days
What type of fire does a Class B extinguisher put out?
Flammable liquids
Who is the CERT team leader?
The first member to arrive at the pre-designated staging area.
Name to order for a head to toe assessment.
Head, Neck, Shoulders, Arms, Chest, Abdomen
What four pieces of information go on a completed search marking (X)?
Team ID, date/time, area searched, and number of victims found