FF Death & Injuries
What was the largest cause of firefighter deaths in 2020?
Stress, overexertion, and medical issues.
What is the main goal of the "Everyone Goes Home" program?
To raise awareness of life safety issues and ensure all firefighters return home after their shift.
How many hours of sleep should firefighters aim for each night?
7–9 hours.
What should you do before mounting the apparatus?
Don PPE
What is the minimum number of firefighters required in a firefighting team?
What was the second leading cause of firefighter deaths in 2020?
Name three of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives.
Cultural change, accountability, risk management, empowerment, training and certification, medical and physical fitness, research agenda, technology, fatality, near-miss investigation, grant support, response policies, violent incident response, psychological support, public education, code enforcement and sprinklers, apparatus design and safety
What should firefighters drink to stay hydrated during activity?
Water, 8–10 oz. for every 5–10 minutes of activity.
What is the proper procedure before leaving the fire station during a response?
Wait until the apparatus bay doors are fully open before leaving.
What system is used to track personnel on the scene?
Personnel accountability system (PAR).
What percentage of injuries occurred on the fire ground?
Less than half
What standard does the NFPA set for firefighters?
Standards for training courses, apparatus, equipment, and operations.
What is a leading cause of death among firefighters related to their health?
Heart disease and cancer.
When should you don SCBA while riding the apparatus?
After the apparatus stops at the scene.
What is one of the first tasks at a working structure fire once you determine that their is fire that needs suppressed?
Controlling utilities like gas and electricity.
Name two common causes of firefighter deaths related to emergency operations.
Fire suppression and hazardous materials calls.
What authority do safety officers have on the fire ground?
They can correct or stop any action they judge to be unsafe.
Name two ways firefighters can protect themselves from cancer.
Using SCBA, gross field decontamination (or any other two from the list).
What type of protective gear should be worn when working near traffic?
High-visibility safety vests.
What should you always assume about downed power lines?
That they are energized until confirmed otherwise.
How can departments reduce preventable deaths and injuries?
By reducing unnecessary risks and having a strong commitment to firefighter health and safety.
What is the role of a health and safety committee within a fire department?
To enforce and monitor health and safety procedures.
What are the signs of compassion fatigue in firefighters?
High absenteeism, aggressive behavior towards patients, inability to work in teams.
What relevant factors should you consider while riding to the scene.
Time of day or night, temperature, wind, weather conditions, road construction
When should you not move a victim at the scene?