Flood Response: Maximizing Safety and Customer Service
22.05.12 - spanner socket set
BY ROBERT M. CEMBOR
In March and April of LAST year, many communities in New England experienced flooding at historic levels. During this crisis, the Warwick (RI) Fire Department responded to water rescues in addition to regular fire, motor vehicle accident, and emergency medical calls. Although most of our flood work involved the more mundane activities like utility shutoffs and pumpouts, these tasks also present hazards of which responders should be aware. It is easy to be complacent and underestimate the power of water, but with proper training and preplanning you can identify hazards and maintain your safety.
PREPLANNING
Below are some considerations for preplanning flood response.
Identify the equipment you have that is appropriate for a water emergency (e.g., boats, exposure suits, ropes, personal flotation devices). Determine your level of training and that of your crew. Identify your incident command structure. Before you encounter a similar emergency,
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