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The commander may not be involved in the rescue or incident beyond directing from a safe distance.
When responding to an incident involving criminal or terrorist activity, it is important to assess potential risks such as the presence of weapons, explosives, or hazardous materials. Ensure personal protective equipment is utilized, maintain situational awareness, and follow established safety protocols. Communicate effectively with your team and emergency services to coordinate a safe and effective response.
Incident energy is the amount of thermal energy generated by an electrical arc flash in a given area at a specific distance from the arc. It is typically measured in calories per centimeter squared (cal/cm^2) and is used to evaluate the potential hazards associated with arc flash events. Understanding incident energy helps in determining the level of personal protective equipment needed to mitigate risks during an arc flash.
During treatment after an incident that does not involve decontamination, health care providers typically wear basic personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, gowns, masks, and eye protection. This level of civilian chemical equipment is aimed at protecting health care providers from direct contact with bodily fluids and other potentially infectious materials, rather than specifically providing protection against chemical agents.
Healthcare providers would typically wear Level C personal protective equipment when providing initial medical treatment after an incident but not involved with decontamination. This level includes a full-face mask or respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, and a chemical-resistant suit with splash protection. The selection of PPE would depend on the specific hazards present in the situation.
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The Incident Command depends on the operations section chief to make sure that all incident personnel have the supplies equipment and support they need. This is part of the Incident Command System for schools
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Level B of civilian chemical equipment are used during an incident involving an unknown hazardous substance
Level B of civilian chemical equipment are used during an incident involving an unknown hazardous substance.