PPE AT MVA'S

[Tanker06]

We always show up full gear, including SCBA, then we can down-dress if the situation does not warrant, at the officer's discretion.

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HazMat
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We gotta be nuts...we're running
in when the rats & roaches are
running out!
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Disclaimer:
These are my opinions, and only mine,
and do not reflect the views of my
department.

[FF_ONG]

Our department requires full PPE when on scene of any MVA, mostly i think do to the "what ifs" of the scene. it is a good idea though. i can recall on several occasions where volunteers have showed up and want to jump right into the scene of an MVA and there are all sorts of big warning signs on the scene from power lines down to glass everywhere to leaking fuel and oil, i think its just safer to always plan for the worst.

ff ong
stay safe out there....