OPM Flashcards
organization (535 cards)
1
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ƒWhat does the mission statement provide employees, residents, visitors and business owners (our community both internal and external) with?
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core services
2
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What does the organizational vision statements set of core values show?
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Where the organization is going and what it needs to believe in
3
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What does an organization ideally use a vision statement and defined core values to do?
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lead it into the future
4
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In order for core values to influence the organizations attitudes and behaviors, what must they be a part of?
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Strategic foundation
5
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Core values can be described as being?
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enduring, passionate and distinctive
“why we do what we do and what we stand for”
6
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What are the core values for current and future employees in how they work towards the organizations mission and vision statements?
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Guiding principles
7
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What is the SFRD vision statement?
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To reduce risk for our community for a safer tomorrow
8
Q
What is the SFRD mission statement?
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To be ready for whatever the day brings
9
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What are the values of SFRD?
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Duty, honor, integrity, community, heart
10
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Define duty per SFRD values
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work not just to the minimum standard but to the very best of your ability
11
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Define honor per SFRD values
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carrying out the vision and mission statement with a sense of high respect and great esteem
12
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Define integrity per SFRD values
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being honest even when no one is watching
13
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Define community per SFRD values
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creating an inclusive place where people serve eachother willingly
14
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Define heart per SFRD values
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showing the genuine care and compassion for the profession, for our community
15
Q
who must review the fire chiefs amendments, revocations and special exceptions to the OPMs
A
city manager
16
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this manual sets forth official procedures for guidance of SFRD members intended to address duties and responsibilities in what kind of manner
A
general
17
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the lt position is primarily focused on EMS but may also include activities and tasks related to
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fire suppression, emergency management, fire prevention, training and support services
18
Q
who appoints rescue lieutenants
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fire chief
19
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when a new policy or procedure is adopted what is the expectation of the lieutenant
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assists with or develops a plan to accomplish change in a positive manner in the organization
20
Q
who gets forwarded reports and summary sheets from the LT
A
ems captain
21
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what kind of post incident analysis is expected to be performed by the lt
A
single unit
21
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what is the goal of conducting the single unit post incident analysis
A
identify areas of knowledge and procedural strength and develop improvement plans
22
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how should problems and/or lack of cooperation be documented by the lt
A
verbally and in writing to the EMS captain
23
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who should be informed of any potential problems specifically related to ems
A
battalion and EMS
24
when fulfilling the responsibility of informing the EMT or medic of the evaluation process, what should the lt include
discussion, critique and record review
25
the lt should have a firm working knowledge of all medial equipment and posses the ability to
troubleshoot problems
26
what kind of physical fitness compliancy is expected
reasonable
27
when a RL is assigned to a non shift position, what position specifically will be assigned
Community paramedic
28
community paramedic is a non shift level position primarily concerned with
program development, delivery of social service resources, emergency and non emergency activities of emergency management and EMS components with special emphasis in community outreach
29
The RAP officer is responsible for acquiring and contacting residents in the community in need of
services or education
30
who does the RAP officer report to
non shift EMS captain
31
all assigned personnel should perform all activities in what kind of manner
safety conscious
32
The community paramedic will educate residents on
aging and disability resource center (DARC), other social services available
33
what manner should reports be prepared in
complete, legible, accurate
34
community paramedic may act as a liaison between
field and hospital staff
35
community paramedic may sign residents up for
211 touchline
36
what definitions should a community paramedic be familiar with
neglect and abuse and vulnerable adult/child
37
what kind of assignment is EMS captain
non bid shift level assignment
38
what kind of functions does EMS captain have
administrative and operational both direct and indirect
39
who does EMS captain report to for operational issues
batallion
40
who does EMS captain report to for administrative issues
EMS chief
41
what must the EMS captain mantain
administration logs and accurate inventory of all controlled substances
42
EMS captain coordinates recovery of what that are left at area hospitals
ems equipment
43
whose responsibility is it to ensure adequate supply of oxygen at all times
EMS captain
44
who ensures maintenance of special detail equiptment
EMS captain
45
who is the first line liaison for problems arising between department personnel and medical facility personnel
EMS captain
46
EMS captain shall ensure all rescue related reports are
prepared in a concise, complete, accurate manner and are submitted in accordance with QA policies
47
when compiling and retrieving requests for ems run reports from HIPPA archives EMS captain must ensure
the overall security of those records
48
community paramedic shall perform tasks or duties required or assigned by
fire chief or designee
49
RL shall perform tasks or duties required or assigned by
superiors
50
EMS captain shall perform tasks or duties required or assigned by
superiors
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what kind of organization is SFRD
paramilitary
52
SFRD utilizes specific rank structure in order to
maintain appropriate administrative and operational efficiency for all personnel
53
why is a predetermined chain of command established
to facilitate effective communication to achieve efficiency and accomplish department mission
54
when and how are personnel expected to utilize the chain of command
at all times when communicating with peers, subordinates and superiors
55
under normal situations personnel shall address matters at what level
the appropriate level
56
personnel shall report to
one person above them and each succeeding rank to the officer above
57
information is communicated down through
succeeding levels
58
what is the most effective method of communication within the organization
chain of command
59
what are considered department related activities
clarification of policies and procedures, work assignments, requests for information within the organization, requests for outside information pertaining to normal work duties
60
what is the chain of command process intended to do
reduce the potential of duplicated efforts
61
the chain of command at all levels assists officers in
achieving primary function of carrying out mission and vision statement while caring for personnel and property in their scope of responsibility
62
chain of command facilitates transmittal of information
in a minimum amount of time with the least chance for misinterpretation
63
when is further communication outside of the chain of command acceptable
to further insure effective and efficient communication in addressing the matter accordingly provided that the directive was given for such communication work flow
64
what matters may require a subordinate to reach outside of the chain of command
harassment, EAP, FMLA
65
request for open door meeting with the fire chief should be made through whom
chiefs administrative assistant
66
open door policy is not meant to supersede the chain of command but to provide
alternate process for extenuating circumstances
67
personnel are responsible to ensure officers are made aware of problems affecting
discipline, morale and mission effectiveness
68
open door policy allows personnel to present facts, concerns and problems personally and professionally that could not be
solved at the lower level
69
grooming of individual members must be consistent with
the conditions under which they are employed
70
It is the goal of SFRD to comply with
acceptable safety standards
71
who is responsible for compliance with SFRD personal appearance OPM
individual employee performing fire rescue duties
72
who is responsible for the enforcement of this policy
officers and battalion chiefs
73
are violations to be documented to file
yes
74
how long do shift employees have to comply
72 hours
75
how long do days personnel have to comply
8 hours
76
if violation are detected and investigation reveals that a subordinate officer has tolerated violations or been selective in enforcement what may happen
disciplinary action may be taken against the officer for failure to properly supervise
77
what is public confidence in firefighting and EMS personnel directly related to
personal appearance
78
what is SFRD goal in personal appearance OPM
create and maintain a standard that expresses a positive image and high level of professionalism
79
how will hair and sideburns be maintained
neat and well groomed, no ragged or unkempt hairstyles, style extremes or unnatural hair coloring
80
when naturally combed how long may the front of the hair be
may not extend below the eyebrows
81
what portion of the ear may side hair cover
only the portion at the ear above the center line of the ear canal
82
the back of the hair will not extend over what portion of the uniform shirt
the bottom of the collar in a standing position looking forward
83
to satisfy this standard hair may be
worn up
84
what is prohibited in the hair section of personal appearance
excessive grease, oils
85
what may be applied for neatness
non alcohol based mousse
86
what is prohibited for members required to use SCBA
beards or facial hair
87
what kind of beards are prohibited
lip beards and goatees
88
face is to be clean shaven except for
an acceptable mustache
89
what are the standards for mustaches
neatly trimmed, not extending into the seal of the SCBA, must not connect with sideburns
90
sideburns must not extend beyond
the bottom of the ear canal
91
what kind of sideburns are prohibited
muttonchops, flared sideburns, those connecting with a mustache
92
the use of jewelry warrants caution particularly rings and bracelets due to
heat and electrical conductivity
93
there is a potential for jewelry to be
caught in mechanical devices
94
the city is not responsible for the
repair or replacement of jewelry lost, worn or broken
95
jewelry is worn at
the discretion of the employee
96
what jewelry is prohibited
earrings
97
how many bracelets may be worn
one (not excessive, no safety hazard, not too loose)
98
how may necklaces be worn
kept inside the tshirt
99
how many rings may be worn
one ring per hand
100
what kind of rings are prohibited
excessively large or pretentious
101
may fingernail polish be worn
no
102
cosmetics worn by employees must
not be excessive or extreme
103
what kind of lipstick is prohibited
unnaturally dark or bright
104
how long may fingernails be
no longer than 1/4 inch from the tip of the finger
105
personal hygiene states that all members shall be
well groomed and clean
106
what is the intent of the SFRD according to uniform policy
all personnel maintain the highest levels of professionalism and integrity
107
our successes are achieved only by
maintaining the confidence and respect of the public
108
what does the term uniform apply to
items provided by the city, complete set of clothing including dress shirt (with patches), pants, tee shirt, jacket, jumpsuit, badge and collar ornaments
109
uniforms are to be
clean and pressed
110
how frequently are uniforms subject to inspection by lt, captain or battalion
daily
111
comprehensive inspections are held
during quarterly station inspections
112
whose responsibility is it to ensure uniforms are worn properly
all personnel and ultimately all officers
113
if uniform is damaged or lost due to employee negligence who is responsible
employee is financially responsible for cost of replacing the item
114
assigned uniforms and equiptment remain his/her property during their term of employment, at the time of seperation from the city what happens
members are responsible for returning issued equipment and uniforms in a clean and orderly condition
115
unaccounted items are whose financial responsibility
the individual
116
what does a class A uniform consist of
white long sleeve dress shirt
black tie
dress pants
badge
name tag
ornaments
jacket (if appropriate)
dress hat
black belt
black shoes
117
what does a class B uniform consist of
short sleeve dress shirt (white or blue depending on rank)
uniform tee
navy work pants
badge
name tag
ornaments (applicable)
jacket if appropriate
black belt
black shoes
baseball cap (optional)
118
what does a class C uniform consist of
uniform tee
uniform golf shurt (fls, admin, special detail w/ approval of chief or designee)
navy work pants
jacket (if appropriate)
black belt
black shoes
baseball cap (optional)
119
what does a class D uniform consist of
jumpsuit
uniform tee (optional)
badge
ornaments (applicable)
black belt (if applicable)
black shoes
baseball hat (optional)
120
how are badges to be worn on dress shirts
above the flap on the left breast pocketh
121
how is the badge to be worn on jumpsuits
in the badge holder or above the left breast pocket
122
what color badges for ranks below captain
silver
122
what color are badges for ranks of captain and above
gold
123
where are name tags to be worn
the seam above the flap pf the right breast pocket on dress shirt (embroidered on jacket and jumpsuits)
124
who wears bugles
people holding rank of lieutenant and above
125
where are bugles to be worn
parallel to the point of the collar
126
when an individual is wearing a tie how are bugles to be worn
straight up and down
127
what color are the bugles
same as the badge
128
are any other collar accessories allowed
no
129
how many bugles are worn by lt
1
130
how many bugles are worn by captains
2 uncrossed
131
battalion chief
2 crossed
132
division chief
3 crossed
133
deputy chief
4 crossed
134
fire chief
5 crossed
135
how many service pins may be worn and where
one may be worn 1/2 inch above center of the nametag on dress shirts, jumpsuits or jackets
136
in lieu of a service related pin what may be worn
union or american flag pin as long as it does not exceed 1 inch in size
137
can at any time more than 1 pin be worn
no
138
what kind of pin can be worn in addition to the one pin maximum
departmental commendation pin
139
what uniform should be available at the commencement of every shift
class B
140
when are class B uniforms worn
special details, public relations programs, inspections, educational classes, city/department meetings, at public safety complex, when requested by company officer or battalion chief
141
when will class B uniform shirts not be worn
responses or training requiring bunker gear
142
when may jumpsuits be worn
2000 hours and 0800 hours only while responding to calls and during training exercises providing that uniformity is maintained (all or none)
143
how long prior to the commencement and after the completion of shift are employees permitted to wear an issued uniform
1 hour
144
what are the only approved baseball caps
department approved, issued by the department. No pins may be added and no alterations may be made
145
when may shorts be worn
department approved shorts may be worn during designated physical fitness training periods
146
may shorts or sneakers be worn when responding to calls
no
147
when can white socks be worn
during approved training or designated physical fitness training periods
148
what color socks must be worn with department approved low cut shoes
navy blue or black
149
when may sweat shirts and sweat pants be worn
only during scheduled physical fitness, not to be worn when responding to calls
150
when an employee is under suspension may they wear any part of their uniform
no
151
shoes will be kept
cleaned and shined
152
What do the rules of conduct govern
official and unofficial actions of every member of SFRD or department
153
how are all members expected to operate
in a highly self disciplined , responsible manner
154
how shall all members maintain themselves
in a positive, productive and mature way
155
what will failure to follow the general rules of conduct be construed as
a breach of discipline
156
this OPM includes all uniform and civilian employees both
on and off duty
157
this OPM is not all inclusive but the following identify
infractions that may lead to disciplinary action
158
what should be displayed at all times to the public by all SFRD members
courtesy and civility
159
how are members to conduct themselves at all times
in a professional manner
160
on all emergency and non emergency scenes members should be
polite, courteous and helpful and not become abusive or indifferent
161
intolerance in the form of ________ in action or speech shall not be shown voiced or expressed by any member at any time
discrimination or sexual harassment
162
what are the reasons for which you may not exhibit discrimination or sexual harrassment
because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, citizenship, genetic information ( collectively "protected category")
163
what policy does the city of sunrise have that does not allow for any of the above
non discrimination policy
164
what is included in harassment in the work place
influencing or offering to influence or threatening the career, pay or job of another person on the basis of their protected category
165
what else does harassment include
unwelcome, deliberate, repeated comments, gestures, physical contact of a sexual nature, jokes, insults, cartoons, magazines or innuendos related to a protected category or religion. Personal conduct that could be reasonably construed as offensive in a work or duty related environment
166
what is considered to be conduct unbecoming
any conduct which adversely influences the morale or efficiency of SFRD also conduct with a tendency to diminish the publics respect for firefighters or destroy the publics confidence in the operations of SFRD and the city
167
in what manner should members conduct themselves in at all times
as to reflect most favorably on the fire service and SFRD
168
what kind of language shall members not use
coarse, profane or insolent
169
no member should be disrespectful in an attempt to
berate, or discredit a member, city employee or citizen
170
members shall cooperate as necessary for
efficient operations
171
what is the exception for arriving for duty under the influence of a controlled substance
use for therapeutic purpose under the instruction of a physician whom has advised that the substance does not adversely affect the employees ability to safely perform the job
172
a member should no be publicly intoxicated in a manner that would
bring discredit to the SFRD or city
173
what must members be in compliance with when carrying firearms on city premises
section 790.251 florida statutes
174
where are firearms and other weapons prohibited
city vehicles (790.251(7)(f))
police station or meeting of the city commission (790.06(12)(a))
175
any criminal charge on or off duty must be reported to the chief
within 24 hours
176
on or off duty arrests, as well as traffic citations that could result in the the suspension or loss of driving privileges must be reported to the chief within
24 hours
177
what is "absolutely forbidden"
insolence, indifference or evading duty
178
may members of the SFRD gamble on city property off duty
no
179
city code of ethics chapter 10, article II city code of ordinances
members will not use their position for personal gain or influence
180
members in the station and on scene
will display themselves in a professional manner most conducive with efficient discharge of their duties
181
who must expressively authorize a person to enter or ride in a city vehicle or enter the station
a chief officer
182
if asked, must members give their correct name and rank
yes
183
where is the use of tobacco, smokeless, smoke or smokeable products permitted
only outside of city buildings and city vehicles
184
soliciting the public for the purpose of fundraising while on duty may only be done
when approved in advance by the fire chief
185
what OPM procedure will be mirrored if there is witnessed inappropriate behavior after it is immediately reported to the battalion or their supervisor and the battalion forwards the report to administration
OPM 302.02 citizen complaint
186
a 24 hour public safety agency implies that all of employees are
subject to call at any time to ensure prompt and efficient service to the citizens
187
when called to work or asked to remain on shift employees should
respond promptly
188
failure to report without legitimate reason will result in
disciplinary action up to and including termination
189
how long does an employee have to report a change in telephone number
24 hours
190
calling in sick or for any other reason must call in as prescribed in
collective bargaining agreement and OPM 300.11
191
what is considered AWOL
no contact after 30 min after scheduled duty shift OPM 302.01
191
what kind of lateness may be subject to discipline
repeated or excessive
191
if members call in prior to 0800 of duty day for advising battalion that they will be late will be charged with
lateness and allowed to report to duty
192
sick leave or injury reports must not be
falsified (may not claim sick leave when physically fit)
193
what certifications must be current and on the person while on duty
appropriate and current EMS or medic cert, ACLS (if applicable), healthcare provider level CPR
*immediately notify of loss, suspension or revocation
194
members of SFRD must remain in good standing with the
united states department of health and human services office of the inspector general (OIG)
195
members shall immediately notify the fire chief of any information or investigation that may cause the member
to not appear on the list of excluded individuals from federal health care program
196
formal line up shall be utilized to
inform all personnel of missing or damaged equipment, changes in rules or regulations, order or procedure changes, new orders or directives and pass on information essential to efficient operations
197
what should be exchanged during morning line up and when relieved of duty
current information regarding new or changed orders, equipment, apparatus, supply deficiencies, repairs needed or completed, keys, radio, etc.
198
what shall be logged into the proper record books
all repairs, maintenance completed, fuel, oil, etc. added to your vehicle
199
how shall bunker gear be stored at the conclusion of your shift
hung properly on the storage rack or if being transported placed in the protective clothing storage bag
200
what are personnel expected to check on a daily basis to familiarize themselves with departmental activities and pertinent issues
station boards
201
personnel are responsible for complying with
departmental directives, opm, administrative bulletins, general orders and departmental operating protocols
202
how often should in service SCBA/PASS units be checked
daily
203
personnel are required to provide department with accurate and current
address, telephone number and emergency information
204
members will thoroughly acquaint themselves and remain knowledgable of
geographical characteristics of the city
205
station and assigned vehicles should be
cleaned, maintained and fueled at all times
206
are members responsible for department property
yesw
207
when should units be stocked, supplied and made ready for service
as the unit returns from alarms
208
who should missing or damaged equipment be reported to
the station commander as appropriate
209
when are members allowed in a supervisors office
when directed to be there by an officer
210
when are members allowed in the dispatch center
when on official fire department business
211
how long should personal phone calls be
no more than 10 minutes and shall not interfere with performance of the members duties
212
where shall personal effects be kept
in assigned lockers when not being used (clothing, gym workout gear, personal bags, etc.)
213
when shall fire station doors be closed
when station is unattended and daily at 2100 hours
214
during sleeping hours what will members do
refrain from unnecessary noise
215
each fire station will be opened up each morning by no later than
0730
216
members must be out of bed by no later than
0700 hours each morning
217
what should be done prior to morning line up
living quarters cleaned and vehicles started and cleaned
218
how will station visitors be treated
with courtesy and respect
219
when are visitors allowed in the station
between 1700 and 2100 hours only with permission of station commanders as appropriate
220
visitors will not be allowed in the station past 2100 hours unless approved by
the fire chief
221
where should rescue and engine apparatus be kept unless committed to an incident or training exercise
inside the respective station, exceptions include vehicle checkout and apparatus field day
222
if it is deemed necessary by the officer to leave the station area, the member will be in constant
radio contact and will insure the officer logs the member in and out
223
where are personal vehicles not allowed
in the station or in immediate proximity of the apparatus bay or aprons
224
where are personal vehicles allowed to park
in approved locations
225
how often is grocery shopping allowed
one time per shift
226
where will shopping be done
in zone (out of zone with battalion approval)
227
must a member remain with the vehicle at all times?
yes, one member
228
shopping should be completed
as soon as reasonably possible
229
shopping should not exceed
30 minutes
230
the vehicle should not be parked where
in the fire lane
231
where should the vehicle be located
in such a manner as to not interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic
232
does vehicle remain in service when shopping
yes
233
emergency vehicles will be parked in a manner as to allow a
forward departure without backing
234
when should safe backing procedures be complied with
at all times without exception
235
emergency lights will be operating to
caution traffic
236
a safety person, unless ________ will be on the ground and available to guide the vehicle being backed
committed to emergency care or activity
237
drivers are cautioned not to back up unless ________ is maintained with the safety person
eye to eye contact
238
battalion chiefs shall keep an accurate file of all
general orders, administrative bulletins, collective bargaining agreements, OPM's, medical protocols, notices and other pertinent information issued by SFRD
239
when can battalion chiefs discipline members
when there is just cause
240
battalions shall report a subordinates inability or unwillingness to perform to any degree which may
adversely affect the operation of the department
241
battalion and officers will be cognizant of and take appropriate actions on
violations by any member
242
what happens if any officer knowingly fails to take appropriate action
subject to disciplinary action
243
what are battalion chiefs required to keep
accurate and up to date log books and maintain a neat and orderly office environment at all times
244
battalions are required to respond to alarms as directed by
the fire cheif
245
necessary and appropriate paperwork must be completed by battalion in what kind of manner
complete, concise and timely
246
the above includes paperwork and forms generated by
their respective shift personnel
247
are members of the department able to exercise their constitutional right of freedom of speech
yes they are able to
248
what limitations of freedom of speech are to be observed
lawfully established limitations
249
what media issues will be referred to the fire chiefs office or a department PIO
emergency responses, public relations programs, other department specific issues
250
member are not meant to make news releases or statements on
medical or, fire ground matters or other department issues
251
what should be displayed at all times towards the public, media and members of the department
courtesy and civility
252
members of the department may cooperate with general public requesting information concerning
the general nature or procedures of the department
253
what should members of the department be guided by when responding to the above information requests
the dictates of sound moral conscience and legal responsibility
254
statements concerning litigation in which the city or department is a party in a civil case may only be made by members with
the knowledge and approval of the fire chief
255
do court orders, subpoenas or other legal legal processes directing or seeking statements require approval from the fire chief
no
256
if the above relates to on duty conduct, does notice need to be given
yes to the fire chief or battalion, immediately after the member is served or otherwise provided a copy of the court order, subpoena or other legal notice
257
complaints should be investigated and responded to
as quickly and thoroughly as possible
258
all complaints concerning FD or any of its employees shall be investigated by the
administrative deputy chief
259
a log of these complaints will be maintained for
1 year after final action
260
citizens complaining anonymously will be advised that
we cannot react to anonymous complaints
however, the department may investigate any complaint, regardless of the source
261
gather and forward the information to the
administrative deputy fire chief within 3 business days
262
who enters it into the complaint tracking log
the fire chiefs office
263
what information should be obtained from the person making the complaint
nature/description
location, date and time
name of employees/units involved
contact number/address
name of complainant and witnesses
264
within how many calendar days will notification of receipt be sent to the complainant
5 days
265
policy of SFRD to maintain a comprehensive occupational safety and health program based upon sound
engineering, education and training
266
mandatory policy of SFRD that all FF will wear or use SCBA or supplied air respirator (SAR) under the following conditions
-all phases of active firefighting, structural firefighting, aerial operations, vehicle fires, trash or dumpster fires and overhaul
-confined spaces involving toxic or oxygen deficient atmospheres
-where hazardous materials may be present
267
FF shall continue to wear SCBA until who determines through monitoring or other means that respiratory protection is no longer required
officer in charge
268
airline respirator are located on
hazmat 92, trt 92, or aerial apparatus
269
airline respirator should only be used for
exterior firefighting operation, confined space, trench and certain hazardous material incidents
270
airline respirator shall be worn in combination with
appropriate escape type SCBA
271
approved structural firefighting clothing should be in accordance with
NFPA 1971
272
appropriate level protection determined by
incident or special operations commander
273
2 firefighters should remain in
visual and voice contact at all times
274
one of the two firefighters located outside IDLH
may be assigned to an additional role
275
nothing in this section is meant to preclude firefighters from
performing emergency rescue activities before an entire team has been assembled
276
assignment of additional duties for one of the outside FF's must be weighed against the
potential for interference with this requirement
277
consideration of all worksite variables and conditions and
the judgement of the incident commander is critical
278
firefighters wearing respiratory protection shall be trained in
proper use, cleaning and maintenance
279
new recruits should be trained in accordance with
NFPA 1404
280
annual training should be provided to all FF through
drills, performance objectives, etc.
281
face piece fit test during
initial and annual training
282
fill station training
sta 59 and TRT 92
283
face piece fit test conducted annually and/or when FF experienced
significant weight change , facial trauma, reconstructive surgery, or major dental work and during initial training
284
any outward leakage will
increase the rate of air consumption
285
scott carbon fiber cylinders used by SFRD must be tested every
5 years
286
escape cylinders are fiberglass and must be hydrostatically tested every
3 years
286
care is to be taken so the means of storage does not
distort or damage rubber or elastomeric components
286
what is the minimum air quality of SCBA breathing air
Grade D
286
maximum service life is what for both cylinders
15 years
286
breathing air in the SCBA cylinders should meet the requirements of the
compressed gas association G-7.1-1989 COMMODITY SPECIFICATION FOR AIR
286
compressed oxygen shall not be used in
open circuit SCBA
286
the test conductor shall break both ends of a ventilation smoke tube containing
stannic oxychloride, or equivalent
286
the most comfortable mask shall be donned and and worn at least
5 minutes
286
allow pressure air pump set to deliver
200 milliliters per minute
286
begin with the tube at least
12 inches away from the face
287
instruct the subject to keep
eyes closed while the test is in progress
287
be sure motions are complete and and made about
every second
287
gradually move within
one inch, moving around the whole perimeter of the mask
287
talk aloud and
slowly for several minutes
287
if at any time during the test, the subject detects the
irritant smoke odor, the test has failed
287
the test shall not be conducted if there is any
questionable hair growth
288
qualitative fit testing shall be repeated immediately when the test subject has a
significant weight change
significant facial scarring
significant dental changes
reconstructive or cosmetic surgery
289
a summary of all test results shall be maintained for a period of not less than
3 years
290
the summary shall include as a minimum
name of subject
date of testing
name of test conductor
respirators selected
testing agent
291
shooting, stabbing, fighting (domestic or public) should be a
red flag for more violence
292
a man down, suicide and overdose must be
closely evaluated for potential violences
293
size up starts as
soon as you receive a call
294
responding units will
stage out of sight of the incident until advised by PD
295
fire line tape is a
good divider and provides a control line
296
what is the primary responsibility of police at the scene of a fire department emergency
securing traffic and crowds
297
what are some danger signs
antagonism towards crews
verbal abuse
lack of cooperation
anyone may be a potential threat of danger even as they may seem
298
common weapons
guns, knives
299
makeshift weapons
anything that wasn't designed to be a weapon, but can be used as one
300
spot the vehicle approximately
100 feet past the residence or 100 feet before
301
keep the elevator door
on manual
302
the contact person stands on the
doorknob side of the door
303
screen or security door, position yourself on the
doorknob side of the inner door
304
in positioning yourself be
subtle and non aggressive
305
when entering the structure you should scan rooms for
weapons, alcohol, drugs or signs of violence
306
park unit to the rear of the vehicle (spotting the apparatus and approaching a vehicle)
(a full length from vehicle)
307
park at a
slight angle to driver's side
308
if you suspect violence, stand at a
partial right angle to the patient out of arms reach
309
when approaching the scene and while on scene, display a
confident/in control attitude (command presence)
310
whose responsibility is to notify the necessary agencies
on-scene coordinator/ incident commander
311
what agencies may this include
FDOT, FDEP, DERM, private contractors, towing companies or additional public safety agencies
312
when incidents involved injured persons and/ or hazardous materials, the incident commander shall be who
the fire department until the injured persons have been treated and/ or the exposure of hazardous materials is no longer a threat to the public
313
when should normal traffic flow be restored
as soon as it can be done safely
314
what is law enforcement responsibility
traffic flow, scene control/security and investigation
315
what is fire department responsibility
scene safety, medical treatment, and hazardous materials
316
a request should be directed to who to provide an escort or traffic assistance to expedite emergency response
the shift commander
317
who will serve as the incident commander
the first arriving public safety agency
318
upon arrival of other responsible agency representatives what will be instituted
a unified command incident management system
319
units responding to the incident scene shall attempt to reach the scene in the normal direction of travel unless advised by their
communications personnel
320
units will proceed in the opposite direction to normal traffic flow only at the request of who
law enforcement and only when it is confirmed that all traffic has been stopped in that section of the highway
321
all on scene personnel shall cooperate in what kind of effort to immediately address all safety and environmental concerns
good faith
322
county roads
appropriate agency will be contacted to respond
323
state roads
FHP will contact their dispatcher and request FDOT for assistance
324
turnpike
FHP will contact their dispatcher and request FDOT for assistance
325
when emergency operations require personnel to work in conflict with motor vehicle traffic
emergency vehicles may be used as a shield
326
what does the initial arriving engine company do
establishes command
327
the second responding engine company should do what
continue into the scene to provide for traffic control and to be used as a shield from oncoming traffic
328
what does the crew of the second engine company do
remain uncommitted and aware of oncoming traffic
329
when can the first arriving engine cancel additional support
only if they are not committed for patient extrication or patient care and they can position their vehicle to assume the role of traffic shield
330
when acting as a shield
vehicle warning lights shall remain on and fluorescent and retro reflective illuminated or other appropriate warning devices shall be used
331
vehicle shall be parked how, to protect personnel
at an angle
the front wheels should be turned away from the incident scene
332
later arriving personnel should park their vehicles
in front of the incident as close as can be done safely, in the same lane, with emergency lights activated
333
what is the highest priority when scaling down the incident scene
restoring normal traffic flow
334
required reporting documentation should be completed
prior to clearing the scene and transferring management
335
post incident critique and follow up should be accomplished
in house
336
you are encouraged to present your findings to the
freeway management team meetings on all large scale scenes or incidents that present unusual challenges
337
ISSOG do not supercede any
hazardous materials response safety operating guidelines
338
what is the mandated document for response to hazardous materials incidents through the state of florida
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120
339
one of the keys to implementing a successful exposure control plan is to
identify exposure situations
340
initial lists were compiled on or before
may 5 1992
341
the EMS division will work with who to revise and update these lists of tasks, procedures and classifications as necessary
department managers and supervisors
342
job classifications in which employees have
potential exposure to blood borne pathogens
343
tasks and procedures in which
occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens occur
344
florida statutes 395.1025 require receiving emergency departments to notify EMS agency designated officers within how many hours of determining a patient transported to their ED has an infectious disease
48 hours
345
identity of individuals tested for HIV and the results of those tests
shall remain confidential
346
identity of HIV test subjects and test results may be disclosed only
under specific circumstances as described in 381.004 florida statutes and only to those who can demonstrate a legal "need to know"
64D-2.003 (2) .,f.a.c
347
in accordance with the above statutes HIV test results may be provided to
medical personnel who experience a significant exposure while providing emergency assistance after the significant exposure has occured
348
informed consent shall be preceded by
an explanation of the test, including its purpose, potential uses and limitations and the meaning of its results
349
viruses cannot attack without being
attached to another cell
350
infectious substances are transmitted via
infected persons body fluids
351
some of these viruses are capable of
stimulating the body to produce antibodies to defend it
352
if that has occurred from past exposure
the person may be immune to any later exposures
353
for illness to occur, there must be
blood or other body fluids containing the virus, an opening to the inner part of the body, a means of getting the virus inside that opening, a large enough amount of virus and a defense system that does not already have immunity built
354
SFRD uses what kind of system to assist the infection control representative in evaluating the seriousness or reported infectious disease exposure
medical exposure severity rating
355
in all cases it is presumed that the firefighter can
immediately and thoroughly clean the exposed area
356
if unable to wash or clean the affected area in a timely manner
the severity of his/her exposure may be upgraded
357
bodily fluids can include
patients blood, urine, feces, vomitus, saliva, tears, sweat, mucous, semen, vaginal secretions, placental fluids and drainage from sores, wounds or other lesions
358
a significant bloodborne exposure is
a combination of one or more of the types of body fluids and one or more of the injuries listed below and requires immediate medical evaluation
359
action or injury
percutaneous (needlestick, laceration, abrasions, bites)
mucous membranes
nonintact skin
(increased risk if within 2 hours of shaving skin and scabs < 24 hours, if skin is still open)
360
for the minimum standards which can be exceeded at the discretion of the fire chief or his/her designee
florida regional common EMS protocols, general protocols section 6.12
361
non significant exposure documentation
infectious disease exposure report form
362
significant exposure documentation
* complete first to receive treatment
infectious disease exposure report form
first report of injury or illness
supervisor accident/injury
employee incident (FD 30)
sunrise EMS report
workers compensation report
1. employer section
2. physician section
363
it is the intent of the department to work in conjunction with who regarding issues of workers compensation and on the job injury
third party administrators and the risk management department
364
policy is in effect for all fire rescue employees and is to be used in conjunction with
workers compensation policies provided by risk management
365
in any incident involving an injury, significant exposure, or illness or is more than likely that an injury or illness may result from the incident, who should be notified
station officer, shift battalion chief, and duty chief
366
employees are required to
request an incident log through dispatch and obtain and complete (see next card)
367
what needs to be completed in reference to injury reporting
first report of injury or illness employee section and employee signature in employer information section
workers comp report
physician section (treating physician)
employer section (employee)
PCR
supervisors report accident/injury
incident report in rms
casualty report as part of rms
FD30
call in report to risk management 9545722497 (leave voicemail w details of injury, name of injured, where employee was treated, phone number of employee and supervisors name
368
if employee is incapacitated and unable to sign what should you right
unavailable
369
what reports are necessary if there is no employee injury or illness and it is unlikely that future illness or injury will occur
supervisors report of accident/injury
FD30
370
follow up care or further consideration will be dictated by
city workers compensation TPA (third party administrators) as well as appropriate work related injury policies
371
the red envelope is to be used for
work related injuries only
372
return any form not required in the same
special attention interoffice envelope
373
what are risk management hours
9a-5p monday-friday
374
who must be notified in order to arrange medical treatment in the absence of an emergency
battalion or greater
375
what reports should be completed and sent to riskmanagement@sunrisefl.gov
first report of illness/injury and supervisor report accident/injury
376
immediately report damage to
the station officer and battalion chief
377
if unable to determine vehicle safety the vehicle
should be inspected by a member of city garage, if unavailable, the vehicle will be taken out of service
378
vehicle incident report should indicate
vehicle number, extent of damage, personnel involved, time found, brief description of incident and ant additional actions taken
379
place a copy of this form
in the vehicle folder and forward the original to the logistics division
380
a work order should be entered into
electronic work order entry portal following OPM 303.01
381
If the unit can be safely driven
it shall remain out of service and be taken to the city garage for evaluation and photos
382
what division should be notified
logistics
383
if the garage is not open
the company officer shall determine if the vehicle should stay in service and ensure that the vehicle is taken to the garage at the first available opportunity
384
the battalion chief should immediately notify, by phone,
the risk management office of the accident
385
battalion chief should insure all appropriate paperwork is completed including
a cover letter describing the facts surrounding the incident
386
ALL paperwork including the cover letter shall be immediately turned into
the administrative officer
387
what shall be followed first
medical protocol
388
notify the (vehicle accident with injuries
station officer, on duty battalion chief, on call duty chief and fire chief
389
workers compensation paperwork shall be prepared on
all personnel that are suspected of being injured in the accident
390
the battalion chief shall have dispatch notify the
duty chief and the operations chief
391
information pertaining to public records are contained in
florida statutes chapter 119 and in the city of sunrise code of ordinances chapter , article VII "public records"
392
public records is defined as all documents, papers, letters, maps, books, tapes, photographs, films, sound recordings, data processing software or other material regardless of the physical form, characteristics or means of transmission
made or received pursuant to law or ordinance or in connection with the transaction of official business by any agency
393
who is the custodian of the city's public records
city clerk
394
public records requestors shall be directed to
fire rescue administration or the city clerks office
395
what information will be redacted before records are produced
privileged information
396
federal government implemented HIPPA in
1996
397
HIPPA provides
federal protections for individually identifiable health information
398
HIPPA security rule specifies a series of
administrative, physical and technical safeguards
399
the primary concern for this organization involves
restriction on use and disclosure of protected health information
400
PHI includes information of persons
living or dead
401
identifying information examples
name, medical record numbers, Medicare/medicaid numbers, social security numbers, phone/fax numbers or vehicle ID/plate numbers
402
a central component of HIPPA is
the security of PHI
403
these envelopes must be stored in the
Station file cabinet (top drawer) until retrieved on station rounds
404
completed patient reports are to be forwarded to the
EMS shift supervisor for collation and quality assurance review
405
after the review they will be forwarded to
the billing office still under interoffice envelope cover
406
the NPP signature can be collected from
a family member, much the same as the billing signature
407
necessary to document in the narrative that
NPP was provided
408
HIPPA permits who to impose civil monetary penalties
secretary of health and human services
409
HIPPA legislation requires what kind of officer to be selected and serve as the point of contact for pt complaints, subpoenas and records request
privacy officer
410
who is the privacy officer for sunrise fire rescue
administrative officer
411
the issuer of the subpeona should
provide a copy, if requested, as they will have the appropriate releases
412
412
the procedure by which units receive and respond to incidents can be found in
OPM 800.03
413
officers in charge of their respective units may alter their
code one/three response based on confirmed information (firecom/MDT) to ensure a safe and efficient response
414
code one response is defined as
routine response without the need for lights and sirens "cold response" in the emergency medical dispatch and emergency fire dispatch protocols
415
used on non emergency for initial, requested response, unless directed otherwise by
incident commander and/or the primary unit on scene
416
code three response is defined as an "emergency response with the use of
lights and sirens "hot response"
417
what does CAD stand for
computer aided dispatch
418
listed call types including closest unit response as approved in the
regional inter local agreement-automatic aid agreement/closest unit response
419
who approved the above
fire chiefs association of broward county
420
who has the authority to adjust the following predesignated response assignment
shift commander, based on operational considerations and situational awareness
421
rescue companies are composed of
firefighter/paramedics and officers assigned to the medical rescue units
422
rescue unit responses are covered by
response assignments strategy
423
first responding unit at a non medical scene
size up
prepare to perform any and all engine company functions
advise initial actions prior to arrival of engine company to mitigate
report to command your availability
establishing command is not recommended
424
multi unit response to structure fire
prepare to perform any and all engine company functions
report to command for orders
425
emergency response personnel are
viable targets of terrorism
426
upon declaration of a heightened state of alert within sfrd, members shall ensure that
sections A through G of this policy are administered
427
during a heightened state of alert
apparatus shall not be left outside the station on the ramp
bay doors remain closed unless crew is actively operating
perimeter doors regularly checked for security, kept locked and closed
parking lots assessed for unknown vehicles, if ownership cannot be ascertained with police assistance, notify on duty shift commander
assess lighting and initiate repair
shall not accept food, beverages, plants from civillians unknown to personnel
suspicious package not to be brought inside
428
apparatus security
not to be left unattended
parked as close to PSC as possible when attending classes
during calls, keep apparatus under a watchful eye
reserve apparatus stored outside or on the street outside garage must be locked
portable radios not left in unattended vehicles
429
the kits on the rescue contain
2 sets of PPE
430
the kits on the engine contain
3 sets of PPE
431
each set contains
1 scott cartridge adapter
1 NBC air purifying cartridge
1 pair of silvershield gloves
hooded saranex splash resistant coverall with elastic wrist and ankle bands
432
level C
kit used in conjunction with structural firefighting boots
433
level C offers the user
good head to toe protection against solids, particulates, mists and light liquid splashes
434
this ensemble used with an SCBA in place
level B (higher levels of resp protection needed)
435
these level of PPE were never designed to permit entry into a
hot zone without stringent monitoring, positive identification and confirmation
436
WMD kits designed to protect rescuer against
residual contamination
437
this kits should be used in an
open air environment not within confines of building until atmospheric sampling can be conducted
438
scott cartridge and scott mask cannot be used in
oxygen deficient atmospheres or atmospheres containing harmful levels of carbon monoxide
439
NBC cartridge has a particulate matter efficiency of
99.997%
440
NBC cartridge filters out particles greater than
.3 microns
441
anthrax spores range from
3 to 10 microns
442
duration of the NBC cartridge effectiveness is
several days for particulate screening and varies widely for chemical exposure
443
cartridges should be expected to provide a minimum of
6-8 hours protection against secondary (residual) chemical exposure
444
all components of WMD kit are designed for single use and disposal after use except
the actual mask itself, the cartridge adapter (not the cartridge) and the firefighter boots
445
mask and boots must be
decontaminated
446
saranex suit in the WMD kit should be
the clothing of choice
447
bunker gear is
hot, heavy, and can be extremely hard to decontaminate
448
under normal situations, decontamination is performed/directed by
hazardous materials teams
449
decon immediately casualties who have
liquid agent on skin and/or clothing
450
must wipe skin if
agent is an oily liquid
451
prepare decontamination solutions:
one part household bleach and nine parts water yields a .5% solution
452
full strength household bleach
5% solution
453
dry chlorine granules (calcium hypochlorite) with water at the following ratio
1 ounce of chlorine granules to 1 gallon of water .5% solution
454
10 ounces of chlorine granules to 1 gallon of water
5% solution
455
water temperature for decon between
60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (16-21 degrees celcius)
456
passive
removal of clothing
457
consider using what companies to help set up and manage specific decon functions
engine and truck
458
use what to maintain accountability of clothing/personal property
id tracking system
459
rotate crews at no more than
one hour intervals and send them to rehab
460
the above guidelines are for
general emergency use
461
during a heightened state of alert station commanders shall ensure that all units in their quarters have the issued copy of
janes bio chem handbook
462
incident commander shall make sure that dispatch notifies the
county warning point at 9543200520
463
forced entry into a structure or vehicle should only occur if
exigent circumstances exist
464
an emergency situation requiring swift action to prevent
imminent danger to life or serious damage to property
465
law enforcement shall not be notified to assist with forcible entry unless
a potential scene safety hazard is present or other circumstances dictate their response
466
excessive damage will cause
a poor public perception
467
crews should announce themselves by
repeatedly knocking on doors and windows loudly identifying themselves
468
if forceable entry occurs and no patient or dangerous situation is found
the police department should be contacted for assessment and a report
469
if forceable entry occurs and no hazardous situation is present
the dispatch center shall be notified
470
The______ through the office of the ____________has empowered individuals to properly handle, track, store, distribute, dispose of and if warranted, initiate treatment modalities using the controlled substance listed in this policy
fire chief, medical director
471
who shall maintain accurate records and evidence of compliance with the requirements listed herein. handling, tracking, storage, distribution and disposal
administrative deputy chief
472
members held accountable for all substances under this policy and applicable
state legislation and or federal laws governing controlled substance
473
vials should be inspected for
drug expiration dates, color, clarity, sedimentation and confirmation that the vial shows no signs of previous use
474
controlled substance container and seal shall be carefully inspected for
signs of tampering
475
containers should be _______ and show no signs of
COMPLETELY intact, breeching of any kind
476
as of august 2023, SFRD utilizes
medication tracking software system (PSTrax) for all controlled substance tracking
477
controlled substance review each morning, as soon as possible, under normal circumstances
no later than 0805 hours
478
a controlled substance will be deemed to be administered if any of the following occur
a. administered to a patient
b. drawn up into a syringe, but not administered
c. vial cap is removed
479
unused/not administered medication must be disposed of in the presence of at least
two personnel, one of which must be the officer in charge of the unit
480
who will initiate the refill procedure under medication tracking software system
EMS 39
481
EMS 39 shall meet ____________ with the officer in charge of the unit to complete the refill procedure
face to face
482
Missing or damaged controlled substance or presents with obvious signs of tampering, station captain (if immediately available) or rescue lieutenant
instruct assigned crew not to touch anything further on/in vehicle and/or drug box, guard evidence. Treat and secure the vehicle as a crime scene
Battalion and EMS 39 notified immediately
notify dispatch that vehicle is being taken out of service immediately
if routing shift change, all members are to remain at location for written statements and questioning
Battalion chief and EMS 39 briefed and examine subject container, determination in conjunction with admin deputy chief will be made to whether PD is needed
if tampering is suspected, chief officer requests police officer to respond, case number will be requested
in the case of missing substance, chief officer can call PD before arrival
investigating chief officer will fully document in a written report to admin deputy chief ASAP
Police obtain statements from all persons involved prior to completion and/or dismissal from incident location
investigation chief officers report or EMS 39 report forwarded through chain of command to admin chief and fire chief ASAP
483
controlled substance for details will be stored in
the knox safe in detail room at station 72
484
for all hockey games
2 control substance boxes will be removed including "ice crew box"
485
all details except for hockey games shall carry
one fentanyl
one versed
486
ice crew box
two fentanyl
one versed
487
main level box
one fentanyl
one versed
488
whenever a missing controlled substance is discovered or presents with obvious signs of tampering, the station captain (if immediately available) or rescue lieutenant shall
instruct crew not to touch anything further on or in the vehicle, drug box/safe, guard potential evidence, treat and secure vehicle as a potential crime scene
battalion chief and EMS supervisor will be notified immediately
dispatch will be notified immediately that the unit is being taken out of service
during routine shift change all members, including off going shift are to remain at the location for written statements and questioning
489
once battalion chief and EMS shift supervisor arrive and are briefed and after examining subject container
determination will be made in conjunction with the administrative deputy chief, as to whether a police officer is needed
490
if tampering is suspected
a chief officer shall request a police officer
491
tactical channel assignments will not use
the silent dispatching concept
492
units will use one of the following 2 means of communication for additional status updates
MDT (primary)
portable/mobile radio (secondary)
493
they will acknowledge the assignment to
firecom on the primary (main) channel
494
once the unit is prepared to respond
officer or designee will use the MDT enroute button
495
if a size up or situational need request is warranted
verbalize on scene status with portable/mobile radio
496
use drop down menu button on the
very end (right)
497
medical unit enroute hospital selection
#5
498
use the
tab key or mouse to activate the location field of the unit status change screen
499
medical unit arrived hospital
selection #6
500
wait until they return to their respective agency jurisdiction before going
available
501
available on radio
selection #7
502
second status box screen appears which
requires the unit to acknowledge
503
single unit response will require the officer or designee of the unit to
hit the disposition drop down menu
504
this action will prompt an additional
comment section
505
multiple units on an incident , the only unit required to hit the disposition drop down menu and select clear is the
final active unit assigned to the incident
506
acknowledge the assignment to firecom on the primary/main channel, from there
report to the assigned tactical channel and verbalize receipt of the assignment
507
response of the battalion chief is
discretionary and optional
508
emergency and routine and service delivery fall under the authority and responsibility of the
on duty shift commander
509
battalion chief will consider responses
involving multiple companies, incidents requiring implementation of comprehensive incident command , incident management system in order to efficiently mitigate the hazard
510
EMS captain will consider responses
involving multiple companies, incidents requiring implementation of comprehensive incident command, situations dictating medical supervision or assistance in an effort to expedite pre hospital emergency care
511
specific call types predesignated in the CAD have
staff assignments
512
theses specific call types have a
GP1SN assignment
513
communicate all components of the response process
via verbalization using the mobile/portable radio
514
OPM 700.01
response assignment strategy for emergency and non emergency incidents
515
ensure companies under their control turn out
safely, yet rapidly
516
who has final authority over all dispatch discrepancies
shift commander
