Safety & Scene Management Flashcards

You approach a collapsed worker on a construction site. What hazard should you assess first?

Answer: Falling objects, unstable structures, and machinery

Construction sites pose overhead, structural, and mechanical hazards that must be cleared before approach.

If a victim collapsed after possible chemical exposure, you should:

Answer: Avoid contaminating yourself, move the victim out of the exposure zone if safe, and call for hazmat help

Chemical scenes require avoiding contamination and relocating the victim before providing direct care.

The main reason a rescuer must never become a second victim is:

Answer: An injured rescuer cannot help and increases the burden on responders

A downed rescuer adds another patient and removes a helper from the scene.

When should you move a victim before starting CPR?

Answer: Only when the current location poses an immediate danger to the victim or rescuer

Move the victim only if staying put is unsafe, since movement can interrupt care and cause injury.

After helping at a traumatic scene, it is normal and recommended for rescuers to:

Answer: Seek emotional support or debriefing if they feel distressed

Critical incident stress is common, and debriefing or support helps rescuers cope.

What is the purpose of using a barrier device or pocket mask during rescue breaths?

Answer: To reduce direct contact and lower infection risk between rescuer and victim

Barrier devices limit disease transmission during mouth-to-mouth ventilation.

You see someone collapse in a swimming pool changing room with a wet, slippery floor. Before CPR you should:

Answer: Ensure your own footing is stable and dry the area or reposition if needed

A slippery surface threatens rescuer stability and effective compressions, so secure footing first.