ORM
Fire hazards
Fire Prevention Strategy
Ice Safety
General Safety
200
How many steps are there in Operational Risk Management?
Six. Double the point value if you can name them.
200
Name an example of a combustible material that can present a fire hazard if allowed to accumulate or are stored improperly.
Paper, cardboard, wood, oily rags.
200
How far from a light bulb or heating appliance should combustible material be stored?
At least 36 inches
200
The serious reduction in body temperature is called
Hypothermia
200
Red hot skin, lack of sweating, and rapid heart rate are signs of:
heat stroke
400
What is the probability and severity of loss called?
Risk
400
Name the most common flammable propellants.
Butane, propane.
400
In rooms without a sprinkler system, how far from the ceiling should materials be stored?
At least 24 inches.
400
Fifty percent of ice related drownings are related to this.
Attempted rescue of a dog
400
Two part answer: From what direction should you approach a helicopter and what determines if you approach?
From the front, and only with eye contact and OK from pilot.
600
What type of ORM is conducted well in advance of an activity, and uses experience and brainstorming?
Deliberate. 100 point bonus for naming the other two.
600
What is the difference between combustible and flammable?
Both combustible and flammable materials can burn but flammable materials burn easily at working temperatures while combustible materials require a higher than normal temperature to ignite.
600
What is the recommended length of time for using extension cords?
90 days
600
The first thing you should do if you see someone in trouble on the ice.
Phone 9-1-1 and STAY on the bank.
600
What s the name of the CAP publication devoted to safety?
The Safety Beacon
800
Name the two highest levels of severity in the risk assessment matrix.
Catastrophic, Critical.
800
Name three electrical hazards.
Overloaded circuits, damaged wiring, defective switches or outlets. Also placing space heaters near combustible materials.
800
Name two safety measures for storing flammable and combustible materials.
Have at least one fire extinguisher in the area Use flammable storage cabinet Have a fire protection system installed for large areas. Containers should be tightly sealed. Store in a temp stable area to vapor pressures Use approved storage cans Also: ventilation, avoid ignition sources.
800
List two symptoms of cold water shock
Icreased rate of breathing Increased heart rate Gasping for air
800
What is the CAP form used to report safety mishaps?
Form 78. BONUS: Define mishap (100 pts).
1000
In the risk assessment matrix, how many levels of probability are there, and name the highest one.
Five: FREQUENT, Likely, Occasional, Seldom, Unlikely
1000
Name three causes of electrical fires.
Overloaded circuits, damaged wiring, defective wiring or outlets.
1000
How far from flammable or combustible materials should compressed oxygen be kept?
At least 20 feet. 100 pt Bonus: How far from an exit or window should a flammable gas be stored?
1000
List three factors that may make the ice appear thicker than it really is.
Type, size, depth of water Chemicals Temperature Logs, rocks, surface debris Currents, water flow
1000
When must lap belts and shoulder harnesses be worn in a CAP airplane?
According to FAA regulations, during take off and landing, both lap belts and shoulder harnesses must be worn.