27-04 Missing/Defective Apparatus and Equipment Flashcards
What is the first step upon discovering missing or defective equipment?
a. Ignore it and continue operations
b. Complete a Missing and Defective Form
c. Notify the Division Chief immediately
d. Consult the Driver’s Logbook
B
If missing equipment is a communication device, what should the officer do?
a. Keep it a secret
b. Notify the communications division immediately
c. Conduct a thorough search
d. Send an email to the station officers
B
What action should personnel take if equipment is confirmed missing or defective?
a. Ignore it and continue operations
b. Conduct a thorough search of the area
c. Complete a Missing and Defective Form
d. Notify the media
C and also B
How should equipment be identified when sent for repair or replacement?
a. Labeled “in perfect condition”
b. Marked as “out of service”
c. Sent without any identification
d. Shipped in a red bag
B
What is the responsibility of Communications upon receiving defective communications equipment?
a. Ignore it
b. Arrange for repairs on a priority basis
c. Throw it away
d. Request a replacement
B
Who conducts an investigation if the value of the missing equipment exceeds $300.00?
a. Firefighters
b. Platoon Chiefs & Division Chiefs
c. Communications Division
d. Station Officers
B
What action should Platoon Chiefs & Division Chiefs take regarding missing equipment?
a. Ignore it
b. Notify the media
c. Conduct an investigation if the value exceeds $300.00
d. Keep it for personal use
C
When is it necessary to notify the appropriate Division Chief or designate for purchasing?
a. Always
b. Only for communication devices
c. When the value of missing equipment exceeds $300.00
d. Never
C
