Team Safety & Site Protocols Flashcards
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What protocol should be followed when a team member has a known medical condition (e.g., epilepsy, heart condition) before an investigation begins?
Answer: Disclose the condition to the team leader and ensure all members know emergency response steps
Team awareness of medical conditions enables rapid and appropriate response if the member experiences an episode during the investigation.
Which communication device is most reliable for team coordination in buildings with thick stone or concrete walls?
Answer: Two-way radios (walkie-talkies) on a dedicated channel
Two-way radios operate on radio frequencies that penetrate heavy construction materials better than cellular signals or Bluetooth.
A CPI team is investigating a rural property at night and a team member twists their ankle severely. What is the correct sequence of actions?
Answer: Immobilize the injury, alert the team, contact emergency services if needed, and prepare to evacuate
Immobilizing the injury, alerting the team, and preparing for evacuation follows standard first aid protocol for musculoskeletal injuries.
Why should team members avoid wearing loose clothing or dangling jewelry during a paranormal investigation in an old building?
Answer: They can snag on debris, protruding nails, or broken fixtures causing falls or injury
Loose clothing and jewelry can catch on structural hazards in deteriorated buildings, leading to trips, falls, or entrapment.
What is the correct response if a team discovers an unknown substance (liquid or powder) inside an investigation site?
Answer: Photograph it, mark the area, and avoid any contact until identified
Unknown substances may be toxic, corrosive, or biohazardous and must be treated as dangerous until properly identified by authorities.
Which of the following is a legal requirement that teams must confirm BEFORE investigating a private property?
Answer: Written permission from the property owner or legal authorized representative
Investigating private property without written owner permission constitutes trespassing, which is a criminal offense regardless of intent.
What is the purpose of a pre-investigation safety briefing for all team members?
Answer: To ensure all members understand hazards, emergency procedures, exit routes, and communication protocols
A safety briefing aligns all team members on hazards and emergency procedures before entering an unfamiliar or potentially dangerous environment.