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Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal

Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal. Unit 3: Personal Travel Kit for State Mobilization Response. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal. Unit Objectives. Identify limitations on, and requirements for personal equipment.

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Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal

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  1. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Unit 3: Personal Travel Kit for State Mobilization Response

  2. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Unit Objectives • Identify limitations on, and requirements for personal equipment. • Discuss a personal clothing and safety equipment list. • Discuss personal hygiene and care during a state mobilization incident.

  3. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Travel Kit • State mobilization requires a minimum time commitment of 72 hours (three days) with at least the first 24-hours to be considered without logistical support. • Personnel should always arrive with enough food, water and ice for the first 24-hours. • The minimum equipment and supply inventory will depend on the nature of the incident, duration and the task assignment. • Generally, total weight per individual is 55 pounds (35 lbs for personal equipment and 20 lbs for web gear or briefcase).

  4. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Travel Kit (continued) • Required equipment for wildland assignment: • Fire shelter (new generation) • Flame resistant clothing (shirt and trousers). • Helmet with chinstrap and headlight clips • Eye protection • Leather boots (8” lace up) • Small backpack or web gear for working on the fireline. • Watch • For Interface Operations: • Items above plus complete structural personal protective equipment.

  5. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Personal Travel Items • Clothing • Underwear (two sets) • Outerwear (one set) • Socks, Jacket • Optional • Rain gear, Hat, sweatshirt • Protective Clothing • Required PPE • Accountability tags • Personal Hygiene Supplies • Toilet Kit • Towel, Lip balm, Lotion, Sunscreen • Sleeping Bag • Tent • Miscellaneous • Cell Phone / Charger • Medications, Medical Information Card • Red Card (or other certified training record) • Sunglasses, Watch, Pocket Knife

  6. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Do Not Bring….. • Lawn Chairs • Hammocks • Large Radios / TV’s • Pets or Animals • Other non-fire related items such as mattresses and chairs. • If it doesn’t fit in the compartment – Do Not Take It!

  7. Washington State Patrol Office of the State Fire Marshal Personal Hygiene and Care • Shower facilities may not be immediately available for mobilization personnel. • When available, shower facilities should be used by all personnel (your partner will thank you). • Wash your hands before each meal. • Stay Hydrated – Avoid caffeinated and energy drinks!

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