Fall Classic 2024 - SSO response

What is the first action you take when you arrive to an active SSO?

• Set up containment in a safe manor and confirm the SSO.

• Investigate the spill destination.

• Set up traffic control.

• Fill your combination truck with water.

What is the best method to prevent a stoppage from continuing downstream?

• Do worry the nozzle will take care of it.

• Use more water PSI

• Scoop/vactor/trap the manhole you are working from.

• Call out a confined space crew

What is the best nozzle to use when you are attempting to remove a stoppage in the main line?

• rotating nozzle with sled

• stationary nozzle with sled

• chain nozzle with sled

• penetrator nozzle with sled

What is the best practice for investigation of an SSO with property damage?

• Documentation of damage via pictures/notes

• Notify Your supervisor

• Notify Station 38

• All of the above

What is the best practice when responding/ investigating a SSO that has entered a storm drain?

• Clean the storm drain.

• Investigate the final destination and document.

• Notify your supervisor of your findings.

• All of the above.