Non-Fire Emergencies Flashcards
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During a building power outage, what is the Fire and Life Safety Director's FIRST priority regarding elevators?
Answer: Ensure all elevators are recalled to the ground floor and passengers are safely evacuated
During a power outage, the FLSD must immediately ensure elevator recall so any trapped occupants can be evacuated safely.
A credible bomb threat has been received via phone. Which action should the Fire and Life Safety Director take FIRST?
Answer: Notify law enforcement and follow the building's bomb threat response plan
The FLSD must immediately notify law enforcement and activate the bomb threat plan; the decision to evacuate is typically made in coordination with police.
An occupant reports smelling a strong gas odor in the building. What should the FLSD do IMMEDIATELY?
Answer: Prohibit use of electrical switches or open flames and notify the gas utility and fire department
Any ignition source could trigger an explosion, so the FLSD must eliminate ignition risks and immediately contact the utility company and fire department.
When a hazardous material spill occurs in the building lobby, the FLSD should establish a perimeter primarily to:
Answer: Prevent unauthorized persons from entering the contaminated area and limit exposure
A perimeter protects building occupants and responders from secondary exposure to the hazardous material.
During a medical emergency involving a suspected cardiac arrest, what is the correct sequence for the FLSD?
Answer: Call 911, send someone for the AED, begin CPR if trained
Activating EMS, retrieving the AED, and beginning CPR as early as possible are the three simultaneous priorities in cardiac arrest response.
A water main break has flooded the building basement. Which concern should the FLSD prioritize above all others?
Answer: Electrical hazards from submerged panels and wiring
Flooded electrical equipment poses an immediate electrocution risk that must be addressed before personnel enter the area.
Which document should the FLSD consult first when an unknown suspicious package is found in the mailroom?
Answer: The building's emergency action plan or suspicious mail/package protocol
The building's emergency action plan includes a suspicious package protocol that outlines isolation, notification, and evacuation procedures.