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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPB 407.05B NEW 2-2014_Vetter Bag InspectPERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS 444407.0507.0507.0507.05BBBB –––– Vetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag Inspection / Operational Check/ Operational Check/ Operational Check/ Operational Check Anne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire ChiefAnne Huff, Fire Chief Beaumont Fire-Rescue Services Discipline:Discipline:Discipline:Discipline: Vehicle ExtricationVehicle ExtricationVehicle ExtricationVehicle Extrication Effective:Effective:Effective:Effective: 2222////5/5/5/5/2012012012014444 Revised:Revised:Revised:Revised: Replaces:Replaces:Replaces:Replaces: I. I. I. I. ObjectiveObjectiveObjectiveObjective The firefighter shall demonstrate how to properly inspect and complete a thorough operational check of a Vetter Bag System. II. II. II. II. Instructions Instructions Instructions Instructions –––– Procedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the ObjectiveProcedures for Achieving the Objective Given the appropriate rescue tools, you will demonstrate the following evolutions which may be required to extricate an entrapped victim of a motor vehicle accident: • Perform a Vetter Bag Equipment Inspection • Perform a Vetter Bag Operational Check You will begin on my instruction to start. The skill will end when you state to me you have completed all of the identified steps. Do you understand these instructions? III. III. III. III. Examiner’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s NoteExaminer’s Note The firefighter shall accomplish the skill wearing “FULL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FOR STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTERS” as required by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to include: helmet, gloves, coat, trousers, and boots. The firefighter is not required to wear an SCBA or hood. The firefighter will not be allowed to review the performance steps at the time of testing. IV. IV. IV. IV. Preparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & EquipmentPreparation & Equipment A. Vetter Bag Equipment B. High Pressure SCBA Bottle V. V. V. V. Reference SourcesReference SourcesReference SourcesReference Sources A. NFPA 1001 6.4.1, Section 102. B. IFSTA, Essential of Fire Fighting, 4th Edition, pages 188 through 206. C. IFSTA, Principles of Vehicle Extrication, second edition. PB PB PB PB 407.05407.05407.05407.05BBBB Vetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag Inspection////Operational CheckOperational CheckOperational CheckOperational Check Page Page Page Page 2222 of of of of 2222 407.05407.05407.05407.05BBBB –––– Vetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag InspectionVetter Bag Inspection/Operational Check/Operational Check/Operational Check/Operational Check Discipline: Vehicle ExtricationDiscipline: Vehicle ExtricationDiscipline: Vehicle ExtricationDiscipline: Vehicle Extrication Name: Officer #: Evaluator: Officer #: Date: Location: If the Responder: (No partial points given) Inspection a) Ensures that all equipment is present…………………………………………… 2.0 _____ b) Ensures cleanliness of all equipment .....................................................................2.0 _____ c) Inspects hoses for nicks, cuts, cracks, coupling debris and operation…………...P/F_____ d) Inspects bags for nicks, cuts, cracks, coupling debris and operation…………… P/F_____ e) Inspects and verbalizes manufacturer date……………………………………...2.0 _____ f) States that Vetter Bag System needs replacement every 20 Years………………2.0 _____ g) States that Vetter Bag Systems needs to be tested every 5 years………………. 2.0 _____ h) Inspects control head for damage………………………………………………..2.0 _____ i) Inspects gauges for cracked lenses, broken needles and condensation………....2.0 _____ j) Inspects all airline connections for dirt ,debris, and proper operations………….2.0 _____ Operational Check a) Connects high pressure SCBA Bottle to Vetter Regulator……………………….2.0 _____ b) Connects hoses to Control Head………………………………………………….2.0 _____ c) Connects hoses to Vetter Bags……………………………………………………2.0 _____ d) Inflates bags slowly………………………………………………………………2.0 _____ e) Adjusts Regulator to proper inflation pressure………………………………… 2.0 _____ f) States proper inflation pressure is 116 PSI……………………………………….P/F_____ g) Checks for Vetter Bag System leaks……………………………………………. P/F_____ h) Slowly deflates Vetter Bags……………………………………………………...2.0 _____ i) Verbally states all Vetter Bag Equipment working properly……………………..2.0 _____ j) Properly stows all Vetter Bag Equipment on Apparatus…………………………2.0 _____ Points Possible Passing Score Attempt Performance Rating (Points) PASS FAIL 32 28 First Second