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1. What is a BleedSafe Community and why should my community be designated a BleedSafe Community?

Trauma is a leading cause of death. The prevalence of Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response (ASHER) continues to dramatically increase.  The BleedSafe Community program seeks to increase survival from both by assisting in the development of a community based, integrated approach to managing trauma. The program allows communities to evaluate their current state of readiness, and establish goals to help create a tangibly safer community in response to trauma. By earning “pressure points” toward the designation, your team can strengthen your community in places that people live, work, and play. “Pressure Point” criteria are based on the programs four foundational pillars: Prevention, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery from trauma. Although primarily focused on developing more ready and resilient communities from trauma related to Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response, the concepts and principals of the program translate to all types of trauma.

2. Why earn “Pressure Points?”

Blood loss is a leading cause of death for trauma victims. Death from blood loss, especially from arm or leg wounds, has been identified as a potentially preventable cause of death. Immediate actions for life threatening bleeding should be centered around the application of aggressive direct pressure while a public access trauma kit is retrieved. Striving to earn “Pressure Points” is a constant reminder to all that aggressive direct pressure may be required to help slow or stop bleeding while a Public Access Trauma Kit is retrieved.

3. Is the Bleed Safe Community Program a Training Class?

No. However, it is recommended that communities striving to become “Bleed Safe” incorporate recognized trauma curriculum for the layperson, First responders, and First Receivers.

4. Does the BleedSafe Community program sell Trauma Kits?

No. Yet, a key component of a BleedSafe Community is the creation and implementation of a Public Access Trauma Kit Program.

5. How can businesses/establishments within the Chino Valley inquire about obtaining a free trauma kit and free training?

Submit the online application form. Ensure that you include contact information (ex: email, or phone number). For more information, please visit:

http://www.chinovalleyfire.org/300/Bleed-Safe-Community

6. How are public access trauma kits funded within the Chino Valley?

Public Access Trauma Kits are funded 100% through community donation. Donations are made to our non-profit Chino Valley Fire Foundation. For more information, please visit:

http://www.chinovalleyfire.org/300/Bleed-Safe-Community

7. What equipment should I include in my Trauma Kit?

Recommendations for equipment inclusion within a trauma kit are based on managing potentially preventable causes of death from trauma. Examples include (but are not limited to):

Bleeding Control 

Pressure Dressings

Pressure Bandages

Wound packing gauze/material (for junctional hemorrhage or areas not amenable to tourniquet use)

Tourniquets

Respiratory Emergencies

Adhesive occlusive chest seals

Hypothermia Prevention

Emergency blankets

Personal Protective Equipment

Medical gloves

Eye Protection

We encourage community members seeking to acquire a trauma kit to receive training in the use of the trauma kits contents.

8. What is a BleedSafe Establishment?

This is recognition given to establishments that meet the following criteria:

-Submitted an application to receive free training and a Public Access trauma Kit

-Minimum of 50% of employees trained in “recognized” trauma curriculum

-Completed a risk assessment form, and discussed with all employees.

-Has a public access trauma kit on site. Must be in an area that is easily visible, and easily accessible to all. 

-Has notified surrounding businesses/tenants of the availability of the establishments on-site Public Access Trauma Kit.

9. Who can apply to become a BleedSafe Community?

Any municipality or organizational community is eligible to apply for the BlledSafe designation. Applicants can be determined by geographic locations or organization size. Geographic locations are cities or townships. Organizational applicants are determined by campus size and average daily population.

10. Is there an application fee?

While there is no application fee, there are often costs associated with meeting the criteria to become a BleedSafe Community. Cost will vary depending on the Community’s size and needs (e.g. Trauma related training, equipment and Trauma Kit placement). A proper assessment of your Community will determine the needs.

11. Where did the recommendation to develop "Bleed Safe" communities come from?

The Hartford Consensus IV: A call for Increased National Resilience (published March 1,2016). For more information on The Hartford Consensus Compendium, please visit: https://www.bleedingcontrol.org/about-bc/hartford-consensus

12. When was the Chino Valley Bleed Safe Community Program established?

It was established in 2017.

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1. What does the course consist of?

The online Part I course is designed to provide an alternative training delivery option for first-time or renewal training to non-healthcare professionals. It is presented in a self-paced online format, which students can access anytime. When the online portion (Part I) is completed, it is then followed by a hands-on skills practice session (Part 2) and skills test (Part 3) with an AHA Instructor. The participant will earn a course completion card.

2. What is the course format?

The online portion of the course, (Part I), contains required exercises that must be successfully completed before the student receives a certificate of completion. A student may proceed through the online modules in any preferred sequence. When a student logs off, each completed exercise will be saved automatically and marked as completed on the Course Home Page so that the student can track progress.

3. Who is the intended audience?

The online Part I course is designed for workplace training. The course is intended for first-responders and other designated employees whose employers chose to provide or require them to complete credentialed CPR with AED or First Aid with CPR and AED training. The course is not intended for healthcare providers nor does it cover teaching credentials.

4. How long does it take to complete?

The online portion of the course, Part I, will take approximately 2 hours to complete. Students may take the course in one sitting or break it up into several sessions depending on individual needs and schedules. Students may log back in with the email and password entered during registration. Students should allow for 1 – 1.5 hours on average to complete the skills practice (Part 2) and skills testing (Part 3) sessions with the AHA Instructor.

5. Is a skills session and/or test required?

Yes, a skills practice session and skills test are required. After students successfully complete Part I and print the certificate of completion, they will need to schedule a skills session. At the skills session, students have the opportunity for hands-on practice with an AHA Instructor or manikin system (Part 2). Once comfortable performing the skills, students are required to demonstrate the required skills used during the skills test (Part 3). The test is the last step to earning a course completion card.

6. How long after the completion of the online program does a student have to complete the skills session and test?

Students must take the skills practice and test session within 60 days of successfully completing the online portion. These skills sessions are offered the third Thursday of every month (except November and December) at:

Station 62
5551 Butterfield Ranch Road
Chino Hills, CA. 91709

7. Can a student log in and out of the course?

Yes, after a student registers and creates his/her login with an email address and password, they can log in and out as many times as they like. To log out, the student selects the “Click here to logout” link located at the top of the page. When a student is ready to continue training, they can return to OnlineAHA.org and login with their registered email and password.

8. Can course material be accessed after the online portion is completed?

After completion, students may access the online portion for 12 months from the day of enrollment. It is recommended that students frequently refer to the course material for review and knowledge updates.

9. What should I do if my checkpoints won’t check off?

This could be due to browser settings. Students can get troubleshooting tips and recommended settings on the Browser Check page. This link is also available on the bottom of the Course Home Page.

10. How do I get a receipt for my purchase?

Students can print a receipt for orders on the Order History page. The Order History link is located on the left-hand sidebar on the Course Home Page.

11. Does the program require special computer or support software?

Most web browsers will have no problem using this site. The videos require the QuickTime or Flash plug-in. Click on Browser Check to make sure the browser is compatible.

12. Who should be contacted if there are problems with the online course?

Users can Contact Us (OnlineAHA.org) with questions about the site, content, policy, or technical issues. Click on Contact Us in the upper left of the Home Page to find customer support information, including phone numbers, email contacts, or postal mail instructions.

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1. What is a Coronavirus?

*Per World Health Organization

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans.  In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The most recently discovered coronavirus causes coronavirus disease COVID-19.

2. What is COVID-19

*Per World Health Organization

COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. This new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

3. What are the symptoms of COVID-19

*Per World Health Organization

The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. Some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. Some people become infected but don’t develop any symptoms and don’t feel unwell. Most people (about 80%) recover from the disease without needing special treatment. Around 1 out of every 6 people who gets COVID-19 becomes seriously ill and develops difficulty breathing. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like high blood pressure, heart problems or diabetes, are more likely to develop serious illness. People with fever, cough and difficulty breathing should seek medical attention.

4. How does COVID-19 spread?

*Per World Health Organization

People can catch COVID-19 from others who have the virus. The disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with COVID-19 coughs or exhales. These droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. Other people then catch COVID-19 by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. People can also catch COVID-19 if they breathe in droplets from a person with COVID-19 who coughs out or exhales droplets. This is why it is important to stay more than 1 meter (3 feet) away from a person who is sick. 

WHO is assessing ongoing research on the ways COVID-19 is spread and will continue to share updated findings.    

5. Can the virus that causes COVID-19 be transmitted through the air?

*Per World Health Organization

Studies to date suggest that the virus that causes COVID-19 is mainly transmitted through contact with respiratory droplets rather than through the air.  See previous answer on “How does COVID-19 spread?”

6. Can CoVID-19 be caught from a person who has no symptoms?

*Per World Health Organization

The main way the disease spreads is through respiratory droplets expelled by someone who is coughing. The risk of catching COVID-19 from someone with no symptoms at all is very low. However, many people with COVID-19 experience only mild symptoms. This is particularly true at the early stages of the disease. It is therefore possible to catch COVID-19 from someone who has, for example, just a mild cough and does not feel ill.  WHO is assessing ongoing research on the period of transmission of COVID-19 and will continue to share updated findings.    

7. What can I do to protect myself and prevent the spread of the disease?

*Per World Health Organization

Protection measures for everyone

Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. Many countries around the world have seen cases of COVID-19 and several have seen outbreaks. Authorities in China and some other countries have succeeded in slowing or stopping their outbreaks. However, the situation is unpredictable so check regularly for the latest news.

You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions:

•    Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.

Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands.

•    Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.

Why? When someone coughs or sneezes they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease.

•    Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth.

Why? Hands touch many surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose or mouth. From there, the virus can enter your body and can make you sick.

•    Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately.

Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses such as cold, flu and COVID-19.

•    Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority.

Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections.

•    Keep up to date on the latest COVID-19 hotspots (cities or local areas where COVID-19 is spreading widely). If possible, avoid traveling to places – especially if you are an older person or have diabetes, heart or lung disease.

Why? You have a higher chance of catching COVID-19 in one of these areas.

8. How long is the incubation period for COVID-19?

*Per World Health Organization

The “incubation period” means the time between catching the virus and beginning to have symptoms of the disease. Most estimates of the incubation period for COVID-19 range from 1-14 days, most commonly around five days. These estimates will be updated as more data become available.

9. Can I catch COVID-19 from my pet?

*Per World Health Organization 

While there has been one instance of a dog being infected in Hong Kong, to date, there is no evidence that a dog, cat or any pet can transmit COVID-19. COVID-19 is mainly spread through droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks. To protect yourself, clean your hands frequently and thoroughly. 

WHO continues to monitor the latest research on this and other COVID-19 topics and will update as new findings are available.

10. How long does the virus survive on surfaces?

*Per World Health Organization

It is not certain how long the virus that causes COVID-19 survives on surfaces, but it seems to behave like other coronaviruses. Studies suggest that coronaviruses (including preliminary information on the COVID-19 virus) may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. This may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment).

11. Is it safe to receive a package from any area where COVID-19 has been reported?

*Per World Health Organization

Yes. The likelihood of an infected person contaminating commercial goods is low and the risk of catching the virus that causes COVID-19 from a package that has been moved, travelled, and exposed to different conditions and temperature is also low.

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1. Why do Chino Valley Fire District firefighters respond to medical calls?

The Chino Valley Fire District has licensed paramedics on every engine and truck company in the District in order to provide state-of-the art medical care. Paramedic Engine companies are staffed at a minimum with two Firefighter/Paramedics and two Emergency Medical Technicians, 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. They provide advanced life support (ALS) care to approximately 173,000 people in the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, and surrounding unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County.
CVIFD firefighters maintain their skills through required annual skills workshops and annual re-certification classes.

2. Is the gear that firefighters wear fireproof? How much does it weigh?

The gear firefighters wear weighs about 50 pounds. The clothes are called "turnouts" or "bunker" gear because they were originally turned inside out and kept next to bunks to facilitate a quick change at night. The turnouts are made of an aramid fiber that is flame resistant but not fireproof, so it will burn. Firefighters wear their turnouts when responding to structure fires, hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents.

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1. What is a hazardous material?

A hazardous material is any material that, when it escapes its container, could cause harm to life or health, the environment, or property. Examples of hazardous materials include flammable and combustible materials, corrosives, explosives, oxidizers, poisons, materials that react violently with water, radioactive materials, biological materials, etc. Note that a hazardous material is not the same as a toxic waste.

2. Who regulates the use of hazardous materials in my business?

There are many areas of the Uniform Fire Code that address the use and storage of hazardous materials in a business. These regulations are enforced by the Fire Prevention Division of the Fire District (Ph: 909-902-5280). Other regulations involving hazardous materials are found in the California Health and Safety Code, and in Titles 19, 22, 26 and 27 of the California Code of Regulations. Many of these regulations are enforced by the Hazardous Materials Division of the San Bernardino County Fire Department (Ph: 909-387-4631). This includes the Hazardous Materials Disclosure Program, where businesses report on the inventory of hazardous materials kept at their business.

3. What is a hazardous waste?

A hazardous waste is simply a hazardous material you don't want anymore. If a hazardous material is disposed of, that makes it a hazardous waste. If a hazardous material is spilled and cannot be effectively picked up and used as a product, it is considered to be a hazardous waste. If a hazardous material sits unused, and it is obvious there is no realistic intent to use the material, it is considered to be a hazardous waste. Hazardous wastes are only allowed to stay on your site for a certain amount of time (normally 90 days) before being disposed of through a registered hazardous waste contractor.

4. Who regulates the storage and disposal of hazardous wastes at my business?

The Hazardous Waste Program is operated by the Hazardous Materials Division of the San Bernardino County Fire Department. Contact the Hazardous Materials Division of the San Bernardino County Fire Department at 909-387-4631.

5. Are there liabilities in how I dispose of hazardous waste for my business?

Yes. There are three legal ways to get rid of a hazardous waste. It can be recycled, incinerated, or placed in a hazardous waste dump. We recommend recycling whenever possible. It is usually the cheapest method, and often results in no residual liabilities at all.

The second method is incineration via a facility licensed for the incineration of that type of hazardous waste. If through the incineration process the hazardous waste is completely destroyed with no hazardous residual, your liability is completely eliminated. If there is a hazardous residual product, that product generally has to be stored in a hazardous waste dump, but the quantity remaining is normally far less than the original amount of hazardous waste with which you started.

The third method is placement in a hazardous waste dump. While this method generally costs only about ½ the cost of incineration, it includes with it some long-term liabilities you may not be aware of. Federal law requires that, when a hazardous waste dump becomes full, the dump must close and be cleaned up (made non-hazardous). Toward that end, every hazardous waste dump operator is required to place a $1 million bond with the Federal Government to help pay for the clean-up. However, most hazardous waste dumps cost more than $50 million to clean up to EPA's standards. Where does this money come from, especially if the dump operator files bankruptcy? Under court rulings, this money comes from everyone who put hazardous wastes in that dump. Furthermore, under the doctrine of Joint and Several Liability, if some of those people have gone out of business or don't have the ability to pay, everyone else who put hazardous wastes in the dump and do have the ability to pay have to pick up the costs of those who can't pay. This liability can be substantially avoided by having your hazardous wastes either recycled or incinerated. However, if you do have to put wastes in a hazardous waste dump, it is highly recommended that you put all such wastes into the same dump, so you don't end up buying liability for several hazardous waste dumps. Note that hazardous waste transporters will suggest hazardous waste dumps for you to use, but the final decision as to where your hazardous wastes will go is up to you. Choose wisely. For more information on the legal issues involved, it is suggested you consult with an attorney specializing in environmental law.

6. How do I get rid of household hazardous waste?

The City of Chino, in cooperation with the County of San Bernardino, runs a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at the Public Works Services Center at 5050 Schaefer Ave. in Chino. You can take your household hazardous wastes there. It is open the second and fourth Saturdays of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you cannot bring your hazardous wastes during these hours, please call 909-590-5526 to make special arrangements. Note that this center does not take hazardous wastes from businesses, only from households. It is open to any county resident, not just residents of the City of Chino.

7. How do I get rid of hazardous waste from a business?

You can contact a registered hazardous waste transporter (see the Business to Business Yellow Pages), or request a listing of about 30 hazardous waste contractors from the Fire Prevention Division by calling 909-902-5280.

Another alternative, if your business generates less than 220 pounds of hazardous waste per month (100 kilograms), is to call San Bernardino County at 1-800-OILY CAT. They have what is called a Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG) program that allows them to collect such wastes from businesses for a fee. Their fees are often less than those charged by commercial hazardous waste contractors. Call them for more information.

8. How do I get rid of left-over paint?

If you only have an inch or two of paint left in the can and it is water-based paint, there is an easy answer for you. (You can tell if it is water based paint by looking at the clean-up directions on the paint can. If it says to clean up your tools with water, it's water based). Take the can outside to a well-ventilated area, pry the top off the can, and let it sit there for a few days. The water in the paint will evaporate, leaving a solid cake in the bottom of the can. When the cake is hard and not runny, you can legally throw the paint can away in the regular trash. Just don't put the lid back on the can, or the Refuse Workers will think it is still liquid paint and will not take it.

If you have a can that contains more than one or two inches of paint, or if the paint is not water based, take the paint to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility operated by the City of Chino and San Bernardino County. (For more information, see the answer to the question How do I get rid of household hazardous waste?)

9. How do I get rid of waste oil?

You can take waste oil to a major auto parts supply such as Pep Boys, Chief Auto Parts, Kragen Auto Parts, and Star Auto Parts. (Call them first to make sure they are still participating in the oil recycling program). You can also take waste oil to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility operated by the City of Chino and San Bernardino County. (For more information, see the answer to the question How do I get rid of household hazardous waste?)

Never dump your waste oil onto the ground or into the trash. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that 90% of the oil disposed of by do-it-yourself oil changers is improperly disposed of, and puts into the ground enough oil to equal 27 spills of the Exxon Valdez every year! The waste oil that gets into the ground often migrates into the underground aquifers from where we pump much of our drinking water. It only takes 1 gallon of waste oil to make 50,000 gallons of clean water undrinkable. Think about that the next time you change your own oil.

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1. What is SB 272?

SB 272 requires local agencies (excluding school districts) to create catalogs of all enterprise systems that store information about the public, and to post this catalog on their websites, if they have websites. If they do not have a website, they are required to publish the catalog in a way that can be provided to anyone who asks. This law applies to all California special districts, cities and counties, and compliance is required by July 1, 2016.

Governor Brown approved SB 272 in October 2015, adding section 6270.5 to the California Public Records Act (the “Act,” Government Code Sections 6250-6276.48). Because it was added to the Public Records Act, local agencies will not be able to seek reimbursement from the State for costs associated with compliance. For the full text of the bill

2. What is covered by SB 272?

Section 6270.5 defines an enterprise system as a software application or computer system that collects, stores, exchanges, and analyzes information that the agency uses that is:
1.a multidepartmental system or system that contains information collected about the public and
2.a system of record
A system of record means a system that serves as an original source of data within an agency.

SB 272 requires local agencies to create a catalog of multidepartmental systems or systems containing information about the public that store original records and post the catalog on their agency website.

3. What is required in the SB272 catalog?

For each enterprise system included in the catalog list, agencies must disclose:
•Current system vendor
•Current system product
•The purpose of the system
•What kind of data is stored in it
•The department that serves as the system's primary custodian
•How frequently system data is collected
•How frequently system data is updated

4. What enterprise system is not included?

An enterprise system shall not include any of the following:

- Information technology security systems, including firewalls and other cybersecurity systems.

- Physical access control systems, employee identification management systems, video monitoring, and other physical control systems.

- Infrastructure and mechanical control systems, including those that control or manage street lights, electrical, natural gas, or water or sewer functions.

- Systems related to 911 dispatch and operation or emergency services.

- Systems that would be restricted from disclosure pursuant to Section 6254.19.

- The specific records that the information technology system collects, stores, exchanges, or analyzes.

5. What is an “Enterprise system”?

“Enterprise system” means a software application or computer system that collects, stores, exchanges, and analyzes information that the agency uses that is both of the following:

- A multidepartmental system or a system that contains information collected about the public.
- A system of record.

6. What is a “System of record”?

“System of record” means a system that serves as an original source of data within an agency.