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FULL COURSE TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODULE ONE - Basic Fire Suppression & Safety
MODULE TWO - Equipment Operator Fire Safety and Fire Attack Techniques
MODULE THREE - Fire Entrapment Avoidance & Safety
MODULE FOUR - Risk Management & The Human Factor
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Waterous Floto Fire Pump demonstration for S100A Annual Safety Refresher Course for Wildland Fire Fighters (Photo - Doug Richardson)
Lesson 16 - Pumps & Water Delivery Systems
Tank Truck / Water Tender drivers are certainly involved in pumping water.
There are some extra safety precautions when working around pumps.
Foam & other Retardants
If foam (or other retardants) are being used in the water delivery system - you must;
Lesson 17 - Fuel Handling
Never smoke near or have open flames near a fuel container.
Do not spill fuel on your clothing.
If you splash fuel into your eyes or on your skin, follow the same procedures as with Foam treatment above.
If you spill fuel into a water system, follow similar procedures as with a Foam spillage.
Always be specific when labeling containers (drums) of "waste" fuel. NEVER mix different types of fuel in "waste" drums.
Lesson 18 - Emergency Radio Communications
Lesson 19 - L. A. A. C. E. S.
Remember the safe work procedures of L. A. A. C. E. S.
Lesson 20 - Miscellaneous Safety Concerns
W.H.M.I.S. Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
This is not a W.H.M.I.S. course.
Only your employer can give you current information regarding the dangerous material you may be using or are exposed to.
You have a responsibility to ask questions regarding safety issues.
Heat Stress
Heat Stress is a serious situation and must be treated accordingly. Fire fighters are in a work environment that can increase this risk. Heat stress can quickly progress to a life-threatening situation.
Some Personal pre-existing factors which may lead up to Heat Stress:
There are three levels of Heat Stress
1. Heat Cramps
2. Heat Exhaustion
3. Heat Stroke
The Driver:
- is responsible for the safe operating condition and operation of the vehicle. Drivers must do a pre-inspection which would include such items as a circle check.
Driver is checking:
Driving:
It should be clearly understood that most motor vehicle accidents on back country or forest industry type roads are primarily caused by inexperienced drivers with poor driving skills, often combined with excessive speed.
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Vehicle Fires
Why Wildland Fire Fighters DO NOT FIGHT VEHICLE FIRES
The following video is a clear demonstration of what can happen with some bumpers (nitrogen filled absorbers) during a fire.
Never approach from the front or rear.
Tires can also explode and cause serious harm.
Vehicles fires are extremely dangerous! (Even if a fully trained structural fire crew attends a vehicle fire, most often the vehicle is a total "write-off" anyhow.)
Summary - Wildland Fire Fighters do NOT attempt to fight vehicle fires!
When water "hits" magnesium!
"gas" filled bumper shock absorbers, exploding
Motorhome fire - part way into video you will hear and see the propane tank, venting, as they are designed to do. Note how close the people taking the video are to the motorhome. ... and then watch the video below.
Propane BLEVE! (Boiling Liquid Expanded Vapour Explosion)
WILDLAND FIREFIGHTERS (YOU) ARE NOT TRAINED OR EQUIPPED TO FIGHT VEHICLE OR HOUSE FIRES!
BEST ACTION FOR A PROPANE OR POTENTIAL PROPANE FIRE - SET UP A BLOCKADE AND KEEP "CIVILIANS" A MINIMUM OF 1 / 2 MILE FROM INCIDENT!
This course is designed for persons anywhere in the world - therefore we can't possibly know what your regions specific "creature" hazards are. We suggest you compile a thorough list and ensure all persons working on a wildfire, know what these are and what to do for prevention - and treatment.
Like all animals, they are opportunists. Their “grocery store” is in the bush and if we are working a fire, (or conducting any other forestry activity) we are in or near their “turf” and we must not add our food to their “grocery store”.
Pick up all garbage and maintain a clean, food free, fire line and work camp. A bear passing through, that does not find extra “goodies” will generally not return after about three days and may not become a problem bear. There is usually no need to shoot a bear the first time he/she comes near the work site or camp.
If they do continue to be a problem they must be dealt with by the proper authorities.
Rattlesnakes
These animals are protected and must not be killed “just because we can”. A rattlesnake will not stalk you. If given the chance it will move away. Give it that chance. If you are working in rattlesnake country do NOT put your hands in holes while cold-trailing! Wear your pants loose over the top of your boots. If you are bitten, stay calm and ensure arrangements are made to immediately transport you by the quickest means available to the nearest hospital.
It is extremely rare for a rattlesnake bite in B.C., to be fatal to an adult.
Insects
This course is designed for persons anywhere in the world - therefore we can't possibly know what your regions specific "creature" hazards are. We suggest you compile a thorough list and ensure all persons working on a wildfire, know what these are and what to do for prevention - and treatment.
Summary
Always think and be aware!
You are responsible for your own safety, and the safety of your fellow crew members!
When in doubt, back out!
The most important aspect of fire fighting is SAFETY!!!
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