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Non-Fire Emergencies Flashcards

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  1. What is the FLSD's primary responsibility during a biological or chemical threat in the building?

    Answer: Isolate the affected area, initiate appropriate evacuation or shelter-in-place, and coordinate with FDNY HazMat and NYPD

    The FLSD must isolate the affected area, determine whether to evacuate or shelter-in-place, and coordinate with specialized response teams.

  2. How should the building's EAP address an active shooter situation?

    Answer: The EAP should include Run-Hide-Fight guidance, lockdown procedures, and coordination protocols with law enforcement

    The EAP should incorporate active shooter response procedures including the Run-Hide-Fight framework, lockdown capabilities, and communication protocols.

  3. What procedures should the FLSD implement for a natural gas leak in the building?

    Answer: Evacuate the affected area, prohibit ignition sources, shut off gas if safe, ventilate, and notify the gas utility and fire department

    A gas leak requires immediate evacuation, elimination of ignition sources, and notification of the gas utility and fire department.

  4. What is the FLSD's role during a water intrusion or flooding event in the building?

    Answer: The FLSD must assess life safety impacts including electrical hazards, structural concerns, and effects on fire protection and egress systems

    The FLSD must evaluate how flooding affects life safety systems, electrical safety, structural integrity, and evacuation routes.

  5. How should the EAP address a prolonged power outage lasting several hours?

    Answer: Implement phased response including emergency lighting verification, system monitoring, occupant communication, and potential orderly evacuation

    A prolonged outage requires a phased response including verifying emergency systems, monitoring generator capacity, and potentially initiating evacuation.

  6. What considerations must the FLSD address for extreme heat events affecting building occupants?

    Answer: The FLSD must monitor building conditions, ensure cooling/ventilation, identify vulnerable occupants, and have procedures for HVAC failure during heat events

    Extreme heat can create dangerous conditions inside buildings, especially if HVAC fails.