Members of the Technical Rescue Team are designated to wear approved PPE by which authority?

Members of the Technical Rescue Team are designated to wear approved personal protective equipment (PPE) by the Rescue Chief. The Rescue Chief is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Technical Rescue Team, ensuring that all team members are properly equipped for safety during operations. This role includes determining the appropriate level of protection required based on the specific rescue scenarios and responsibilities of the team, which aligns with established safety standards and protocols.

In this context, options such as the Incident Commander and the Company Officer may have roles in incident command and operations, but the specific authority for designating approved PPE lies with the Rescue Chief. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides standards and guidelines for PPE, but it does not directly designate members to wear PPE. The designation of PPE is a decision made at the operational level within the fire department, under the leadership of the Rescue Chief for those specific rescue operations.