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ARTICLE II
Section 1. Command - Scene of an Emergency:
Command at the scene of an emergency commences with the first officer to arrive on the scene. Command will be transferred to the first arriving Battalion Fire Chief. Division level officers and above will assume command of an incident at their discretion.
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Section 1. Command - Scene of an Emergency:
Command at the scene of an emergency commences with the first officer to arrive on the scene. Command will be transferred to the first arriving Battalion Fire Chief. Division level officers and above will assume command of an incident at their discretion.
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in decisions involving patient care and treatment, officers at the EMT-Basic certification level will defer to the expertise of the highest ranking ALS provider when they are on the scene.
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in decisions involving patient care and treatment, officers at the EMT-Basic certification level will defer to the expertise of the highest ranking ALS provider when they are on the scene.
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The Deputy Fire Chief - Special Operations Division will be responsible for managing the activities of the units assigned to that Division and will coordinate activities of those companies with the Operations Division Deputy Fire Chiefs.
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The Deputy Fire Chief - Special Operations Division will be responsible for managing the activities of the units assigned to that Division and will coordinate activities of those companies with the Operations Division Deputy Fire Chiefs.
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Administrative geographic boundaries are determined by the local alarm district boundaries of the engine companies assigned to the battalion.
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Administrative geographic boundaries are determined by the local alarm district boundaries of the engine companies assigned to the battalion.
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Responsibilities of Battalion EMS Captains
The EMS Captains in each battalion will work directly with the EMS Battalion Chief and the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief as part of the Battalion Management Team (BMT)
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Responsibilities of Battalion EMS Captains
The EMS Captains in each battalion will work directly with the EMS Battalion Chief and the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief as part of the Battalion Management Team (BMT)
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In general, the Deputy Fire Chief - OD will ensure that not more than three (3) Acting Battalion Fire Chiefs are on-duty at one time. Specific authority must be obtained from the Assistant Fire Chief – Operations to exceed this limit.
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In general, the Deputy Fire Chief - OD will ensure that not more than three (3) Acting Battalion Fire Chiefs are on-duty at one time. Specific authority must be obtained from the Assistant Fire Chief – Operations to exceed this limit.
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Section 4. Administrative Command - Companies:
- Definition of Terms:
a. Company - any Engine, Truck, Rescue Squad, Fireboat, or Haz-Mat Unit.
b. Single house - a fire station in which only one (1) company is located.
c. Double house - a fire station in which two (2) companies are located.
d. Company commander - the Captain of a company.
e. Regularly assigned platoon commander - the Captain or Lieutenant regularly assigned to a company platoon.
f. On-duty Platoon Commander - a Captain, Lieutenant, or Sergeant in charge of, and serving with a company platoon.
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Section 4. Administrative Command - Companies:
- Definition of Terms:
a. Company - any Engine, Truck, Rescue Squad, Fireboat, or Haz-Mat Unit.
b. Single house - a fire station in which only one (1) company is located.
c. Double house - a fire station in which two (2) companies are located.
d. Company commander - the Captain of a company.
e. Regularly assigned platoon commander - the Captain or Lieutenant regularly assigned to a company platoon.
f. On-duty Platoon Commander - a Captain, Lieutenant, or Sergeant in charge of, and serving with a company platoon.
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- Single role EMS providers are considered to be assigned to the platoon commander of the engine company where their assigned unit is quartered.
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- Single role EMS providers are considered to be assigned to the platoon commander of the engine company where their assigned unit is quartered.
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Sergeants serving as the On-Duty Platoon Commander
Sergeants serving as the on-duty Platoon Commander are responsible for the daily activities and administrative oversight of all personnel assigned for a particular tour of duty, the facility, equipment, and apparatus. Platoon commanders will supervise employees assigned to their shift, assist in training, maintain discipline, ensure safe working conditions, and carry out activities assigned.
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Sergeants serving as the On-Duty Platoon Commander
Sergeants serving as the on-duty Platoon Commander are responsible for the daily activities and administrative oversight of all personnel assigned for a particular tour of duty, the facility, equipment, and apparatus. Platoon commanders will supervise employees assigned to their shift, assist in training, maintain discipline, ensure safe working conditions, and carry out activities assigned.
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Section 1. Unusual Conditions:
Members will communicate promptly to immediate supervisors, both verbally and via Special Report, any and all conditions or occurrences observed by them which are important, extraordinary, unusual or perilous to life or limb as to require special attention.
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Section 1. Unusual Conditions:
Members will communicate promptly to immediate supervisors, both verbally and via Special Report, any and all conditions or occurrences observed by them which are important, extraordinary, unusual or perilous to life or limb as to require special attention.
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Immediate emergency assistance, as well as long range rehabilitation assistance, is available from the American Red Cross when:
- Any fire or emergency requires relief for one or more families.
- Any disaster involving a large number of persons, such as a fire in a hotel or apartment, explosion, airplane crash or railroad wreck.
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Immediate emergency assistance, as well as long range rehabilitation assistance, is available from the American Red Cross when:
- Any fire or emergency requires relief for one or more families.
- Any disaster involving a large number of persons, such as a fire in a hotel or apartment, explosion, airplane crash or railroad wreck.
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Section 7. Reporting Changes Concerning Personnel:
Assignments and reassignments of members (to be reported by the officer of the new company), and changes of address, telephone number, marital status, rank, platoon number or next of kin will be recorded on the F&EMSD Form 9.
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Section 7. Reporting Changes Concerning Personnel:
Assignments and reassignments of members (to be reported by the officer of the new company), and changes of address, telephone number, marital status, rank, platoon number or next of kin will be recorded on the F&EMSD Form 9.
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Form 9 will be placed directly over the F&EMSD Form 175 in the member’s personnel file. The left side of the personnel file folder will be in the following uniformed order; the FD 119 will be on the bottom, then FD Form 175 will be placed over top of the FD Form 119, and the current FD Form 9 will be visible on the left side when the personnel folder is opened.
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Form 9 will be placed directly over the F&EMSD Form 175 in the member’s personnel file. The left side of the personnel file folder will be in the following uniformed order; the FD 119 will be on the bottom, then FD Form 175 will be placed over top of the FD Form 119, and the current FD Form 9 will be visible on the left side when the personnel folder is opened.
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Whenever a F&EMSD Form 9 is submitted denoting an address change, the responsible company officer will also execute and submit Form OBMS-90 (in duplicate). The date the OBMS-90 was submitted will be entered in the space provided at the top right side of the F&EMSD Form 9.
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Whenever a F&EMSD Form 9 is submitted denoting an address change, the responsible company officer will also execute and submit Form OBMS-90 (in duplicate). The date the OBMS-90 was submitted will be entered in the space provided at the top right side of the F&EMSD Form 9.
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After 14 calendar days, or sooner if all members have initialed the orders, company officers will remove the orders from the clipboard and file them in either a folder in the executed forms drawer of the file cabinet or current year orders binder with the FD manuals.
Amendment(s) to any publication issued by the Department will be made promptly upon receipt by the on-duty company officer of each company. If the order is received verbally (via Channel 01 Dispatch or by telephone), the initials and date will be entered in the company journal in the margin next to the order issued [with the notation “Vocal Message”. All vocal messages will be recorded verbatim in the company journal.]
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After 14 calendar days, or sooner if all members have initialed the orders, company officers will remove the orders from the clipboard and file them in either a folder in the executed forms drawer of the file cabinet or current year orders binder with the FD manuals.
Amendment(s) to any publication issued by the Department will be made promptly upon receipt by the on-duty company officer of each company. If the order is received verbally (via Channel 01 Dispatch or by telephone), the initials and date will be entered in the company journal in the margin next to the order issued [with the notation “Vocal Message”. All vocal messages will be recorded verbatim in the company journal.]
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Section 10. Fire Department Orders and Memorandums:
General Orders will contain orders affecting the permanent policy of the Department and revising the Rules and Regulations, Order Book, Box assignments, drill manuals and pamphlets, etc.
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General Orders will contain orders affecting the permanent policy of the Department and revising the Rules and Regulations, Order Book, Box assignments, drill manuals and pamphlets, etc.
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Special Orders will include all transfer of personnel, special details by the Fire/EMS Chief, and other orders not intended to be of a permanent nature.
Memorandums will contain general information to the Department regarding hydrants, letters of appreciation, etc.
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Special Orders will include all transfer of personnel, special details by the Fire/EMS Chief, and other orders not intended to be of a permanent nature.
Memorandums will contain general information to the Department regarding hydrants, letters of appreciation, etc.
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Section 15. Outside Employment:
[All members of the Department that are engaged in outside employment, paid or unpaid/ volunteer, are required to complete and submit through proper channels F&EMSD Form 14.] In addition to this requirement, members performing policy making, contracting and/or purchasing functions as determined by the Fire/EMS Chief, are required to complete and submit DC Form 35-A and or 35-B “Statement of Financial Interest”, as appropriate.
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Section 15. Outside Employment:
[All members of the Department that are engaged in outside employment, paid or unpaid/ volunteer, are required to complete and submit through proper channels F&EMSD Form 14.] In addition to this requirement, members performing policy making, contracting and/or purchasing functions as determined by the Fire/EMS Chief, are required to complete and submit DC Form 35-A and or 35-B “Statement of Financial Interest”, as appropriate.
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Any member who has a personal complaint, which does not fall within the definition of a grievance, as defined by the negotiated contracts of the various bargaining units of the Department for personnel to bargaining units and by Fire and EMS Department Bulletin No. 4 for personnel not in bargaining units, may register a complaint under the following procedure.
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- The complaint will be registered at the appropriate level of the chain of command, i.e., company, battalion, division level.
- Every effort will be made to satisfactorily resolve such complaint at the lowest possible level of the chain of command and only when such effort proves futile will the matter be referred to the next higher level.
- The original complaint or any referrals up to and including the division level need not be in writing.
- In the event the complaint cannot be resolved after having reached the division level, the member concerned will submit a special report, through channels, to the Fire/EMS Chief furnishing all pertinent information.
- For the purpose of compliance with the above provisions, the following are recognized as “chains of command”:
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- Any member who feels that they have not received equal treatment because of their race, sexual orientation, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin may contact their Equal Employ Employment Opportunity Counselor or request an appointment with the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer for the Department.
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- Any member who feels that they have not received equal treatment because of their race, sexual orientation, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin may contact their Equal Employ Employment Opportunity Counselor or request an appointment with the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer for the Department.
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The official Fire & EMS Department Identification Card (FDID) will be carried by all on-duty personnel at all times.
In the event this item is lost or stolen, a special report stating full particulars will be submitted to the appropriate division commander, who will take final action on the matter. Cases of lost or stolen cards will also be reported to the proper jurisdictional police agency.
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The official Fire & EMS Department Identification Card (FDID) will be carried by all on-duty personnel at all times.
In the event this item is lost or stolen, a special report stating full particulars will be submitted to the appropriate division commander, who will take final action on the matter. Cases of lost or stolen cards will also be reported to the proper jurisdictional police agency.
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- Requests will be in writing on F&EMSD Form 10 listing:
a. Time in grade.
b. Reason for the request.
c. Current and previous assignments, by rank and dates.
d. Any educational qualifications relevant to the position.
e. Any other qualifications of the member relevant to the position.
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- Requests will be in writing on F&EMSD Form 10 listing:
a. Time in grade.
b. Reason for the request.
c. Current and previous assignments, by rank and dates.
d. Any educational qualifications relevant to the position.
e. Any other qualifications of the member relevant to the position.
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Citizens who believe that they have been injured and/or their property has been damaged by the D.C. Fire and EMS Department must file a claim with the District of Columbia government in order to receive compensation.
These provisions, require written notice, containing the following information:
- A brief description of the incident explaining the cause and circumstances of the claim.
- The date and time of the incident.
- The location of the incident.
How long does a citizen have to file a claim?
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THIS NOTICE MUST BE FILED WITHIN SIX (6) MONTHS OF THE DATE
YOU SUSTAINED THE DAMAGE OR INJURY. IF YOU MISS THIS DEADLINE, YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO FILE A CLAIM. DO NOT SEND YOUR NOTICE TO THE D. C. FIRE AND EMS DEPARTMENT.
This notice must be addressed to:
Office of Risk Management – Claims Bureau
441 4th Street, N. W. [Suite 800 South
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Part 1 - Summons.
Definition: A legal document notifying the person summoned that an action has been initiated against him or her in the court where the summons was issued.
Members may be entitled to free legal representation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in civil suits arising out of acts performed in the line of duty. Members who wish to request representation by the Corporation should immediately obtain and complete FD Form (what form?) (Request for Representation by the (OAG) in triplicate.
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Members may be entitled to free legal representation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in civil suits arising out of acts performed in the line of duty. Members who wish to request representation by the Corporation should immediately obtain and complete FD Form 2.6 (Request for Representation by the (OAG) in triplicate.
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Part II – Subpoenas.
Definition: A legal notice to a witness to appear and give testimony at the place, date and time specified in the subpoena. A subpoena may direct a witness to appear and give testimony only, or a Subpoena Duces Tecum may direct the witness to bring relevant documents.
Part II – Subpoenas.
Definition: A legal notice to a witness to appear and give testimony at the place, date and time specified in the subpoena. A subpoena may direct a witness to appear and give testimony only, or a Subpoena Duces Tecum may direct the witness to bring relevant documents.
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Part III - Notice of Deposition.
Definition: A document informing a witness of the intention to pursue and discover a matter involved in a lawsuit through the taking of testimony under oath
Part III - Notice of Deposition.
Definition: A document informing a witness of the intention to pursue and discover a matter involved in a lawsuit through the taking of testimony under oath
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No erasures shall be permitted in the company/unit journal. All entries shall be made in ink or indelible pencil and if an error is made, the correction shall be made by drawing a line through the error and adding the correct data.
No erasures shall be permitted in the company/unit journal. All entries shall be made in ink or indelible pencil and if an error is made, the correction shall be made by drawing a line through the error and adding the correct data.
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On-duty Company Officers of transferred companies shall ensure that a record of all their transactions during the transfer period are entered in the journal (responses in WHAT COLOR?) of the company whose place they take, including the times of reporting in service and departure, and shall upon return to their own quarters, record in their own journal (responses in WHAT COLOR?) their activities while in a transfer status.
On-duty Company Officers of transferred companies shall ensure that a record of all their transactions during the transfer period are entered in the journal (responses in blue or black ink) of the company whose place they take, including the times of reporting in service and departure, and shall upon return to their own quarters, record in their own journal (responses in red ink) their activities while in a transfer status.
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The F&EMSD Form 119 shall be attached, using Acco fasteners, to the inside of the front cover of the personnel file folder on the left side, under the current F&EMSD Form 175 and the current F&EMSD Form 9, Personnel Status Change.
The F&EMSD Form 119 shall be attached, using Acco fasteners, to the inside of the front cover of the personnel file folder on the left side, under the current F&EMSD Form 175 and the current F&EMSD Form 9, Personnel Status Change.
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In an effort to maintain consistency within the Department at the company level, F&EMSD Form (WHAT FORM?), Company Officer Daily Checklist, can be used to assist the Company Officer as a guide to the basic activities that should be performed daily.
In an effort to maintain consistency within the Department at the company level, F&EMSD Form 55, Company Officer Daily Checklist, can be used to assist the Company Officer as a guide to the basic activities that should be performed daily.
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The F&EMSD Form (WHAT FORM?), Metro Response Report, shall be submitted to the incident commander on all Metro responses, except medical locals.
The F&EMSD Form 170.3, Metro Response Report, shall be submitted to the incident commander on all Metro responses, except medical locals.
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Along with the F&EMSD Form 54 series, company officers are also to submit F&EMSD Form 54.4 Medication due to expire within HOW MANY DAYS?
Along with the F&EMSD Form 54 series, company officers are also to submit F&EMSD Form 54.4 Medication due to expire within sixty days.
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The FD Form WHAT FORM? Language Line Service form will be submitted with the monthly reports whenever the Language Line is accessed. The FEMS Form BLANK will be submitted to the Public Information Office.]
The FD Form 180 Language Line Service form will be submitted with the monthly reports whenever the Language Line is accessed. The FEMS Form 180 will be submitted to the Public Information Office.]
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The F&EMSD Form WHAT FORM? will be submitted using the JAJO schedule. This form will be submitted along with the regularly submitted monthly reports.
The F&EMSD Form 108 will be submitted using the JAJO schedule. This form will be submitted along with the regularly submitted monthly reports.
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a. F&EMSD Form 112, Property Inventory, to be submitted by October 15th.
b. A Special Report titled, “Needs and Recommendations”, to be submitted by WHEN? This report will describe in detail all requests for major repairs to the installation and any recommended changes or improvements.
c. A Special Report titled, “Winter Needs”, to be submitted by WHEN? Except for snow chains, this report will list all items needed for the winter (i.e., snow shovels, deicer, etc.)
d. A Special Report addressing snow chain needs will be submitted by July 31st.]
a. F&EMSD Form 112, Property Inventory, to be submitted by October 15th.
b. A Special Report titled, “Needs and Recommendations”, to be submitted by October 3rd. This report will describe in detail all requests for major repairs to the installation and any recommended changes or improvements.
c. A Special Report titled, “Winter Needs”, to be submitted by October 3rd. Except for snow chains, this report will list all items needed for the winter (i.e., snow shovels, deicer, etc.)
d. A Special Report addressing snow chain needs will be submitted by July 31st.]
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Whenever a report is considered time sensitive or to be of an extraordinary nature, the preparer may request that it be "EXPEDITED". The initiating member will state "I request that this report be "EXPEDITED", as a separate and final sentence of the report.
Whenever a report is considered time sensitive or to be of an extraordinary nature, the preparer may request that it be "EXPEDITED". The initiating member will state "I request that this report be "EXPEDITED", as a separate and final sentence of the report.
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. Expedited correspondence will be hand carried to the next level of the chain-of-command whenever the situation indicates such action may be desirable. The intent here is that an expedited report be forwarded to, and acted on, by the responsible official and the initiator of the report notified of that action within the time constraints dictated by the unusual circumstances involved, or a maximum period of ten (10) days. Any member initiating an approved "EXPEDITED" report and receiving no response within the ten (10) day period, will be granted permission to pursue the matter, in person and/or by telephone, through the chain-ofcommand. Similar privileges will be granted the originator of any report submitted as routine correspondence and to which no reply (in instances where a reply would normally be forthcoming) has been received within thirty (30) days.
. Expedited correspondence will be hand carried to the next level of the chain-of-command whenever the situation indicates such action may be desirable. The intent here is that an expedited report be forwarded to, and acted on, by the responsible official and the initiator of the report notified of that action within the time constraints dictated by the unusual circumstances involved, or a maximum period of ten (10) days. Any member initiating an approved "EXPEDITED" report and receiving no response within the ten (10) day period, will be granted permission to pursue the matter, in person and/or by telephone, through the chain-ofcommand. Similar privileges will be granted the originator of any report submitted as routine correspondence and to which no reply (in instances where a reply would normally be forthcoming) has been received within thirty (30) days.
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Whenever first aid is provided to ill or injured persons, civilian and/or Department personnel, in or out of quarters, a F&EMSD Form WHAT? will be submitted.
Whenever first aid is provided to ill or injured persons, civilian and/or Department personnel, in or out of quarters, a F&EMSD Form 151 will be submitted.
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Companies may also encounter fire hydrants that have a ring on the 4” connection and/or on one of the 2 ½” connections, that say “Maintenance Required”.
This fire hydrant CAN be used for firefighting operations.
Companies may also encounter fire hydrants that have a ring on the 4” connection and/or on one of the 2 ½” connections, that say “Maintenance Required”.
This fire hydrant CAN be used for firefighting operations.
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When a fire hydrant has been changed using the new 4 ½” steamer connections, a temporary white band will be placed on the hydrant. The white band will be above the steamer and below the bonnet. This identifies that engine companies will have to utilize there Maryland Fire Hydrant Adapter.
When a fire hydrant has been changed using the new 4 ½” steamer connections, a temporary white band will be placed on the hydrant. The white band will be above the steamer and below the bonnet. This identifies that engine companies will have to utilize there Maryland Fire Hydrant Adapter.
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Members of the Department will refrain from operating hydrants marked "For Fire Only" for any purpose other than firefighting. Whenever a member of the Department opens the valve of one of these hydrants, they will so notify the OUC as soon thereafter as may be practicable.
Members of the Department will refrain from operating hydrants marked "For Fire Only" for any purpose other than firefighting. Whenever a member of the Department opens the valve of one of these hydrants, they will so notify the OUC as soon thereafter as may be practicable.
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When requests are made for groups such as school classes, cub scouts, etc., to visit quarters, the on-duty company officer will obtain permission therefore from the Battalion Fire Chief and the F&EMSD Form WHAT? will be submitted after each visit.
When requests are made for groups such as school classes, cub scouts, etc., to visit quarters, the on-duty company officer will obtain permission therefore from the Battalion Fire Chief and the F&EMSD Form 19.2 will be submitted after each visit.
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Section 14. Personnel Roster
3. An asterisk will be shown after the member's name to indicate that the member has not performed duty in their regularly assigned company for a period of over sixty (60) days, e.g., detail, light duty, sick leave, suspension, military furlough, etc. Explanations for these absences will be included at the end of the roster for all divisions.
Section 14. Personnel Roster
3. An asterisk will be shown after the member's name to indicate that the member has not performed duty in their regularly assigned company for a period of over sixty (60) days, e.g., detail, light duty, sick leave, suspension, military furlough, etc. Explanations for these absences will be included at the end of the roster for all divisions.
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Section 4. Arrests, Indictments, Convictions and Investigations:
All employees of the Department will immediately notify the Office of Internal Affairs (OIA) whenever he or she becomes aware that an employee of this agency has been arrested on or off duty.
During the hours of 0815 to 1645 hours, Monday thru Friday, member(s) of the OIA will be available to receive such notifications on the following numbers: 202-673-3677. During weekends, holidays and all other hours that the office is closed, notifications will be made by calling the on-duty Operations Deputy Fire Chief who will notify the OIA. If the on- duty Operations Deputy is unavailable, members will call the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) Fire Liaison Officer (FLO) on 202-373-3712.
Section 4. Arrests, Indictments, Convictions and Investigations:
All employees of the Department will immediately notify the Office of Internal Affairs (OIA) whenever he or she becomes aware that an employee of this agency has been arrested on or off duty.
During the hours of 0815 to 1645 hours, Monday thru Friday, member(s) of the OIA will be available to receive such notifications on the following numbers: 202-673-3677. During weekends, holidays and all other hours that the office is closed, notifications will be made by calling the on-duty Operations Deputy Fire Chief who will notify the OIA. If the on- duty Operations Deputy is unavailable, members will call the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) Fire Liaison Officer (FLO) on 202-373-3712.
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Immediately when possible, but no later than HOW MANY? hours after the initial notification, employees of the Department will provide a written notification in the form of a Special Report to OIA giving full details and any supporting documentation concerning the incident.
Immediately when possible, but no later than 72 hours after the initial notification, employees of the Department will provide a written notification in the form of a Special Report to OIA giving full details and any supporting documentation concerning the incident.
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Any member convicted of the motor vehicle moving violation Driving Under the Influence or
Driving While Intoxicated while off-duty will be charged with Conduct Unbecoming an Employee and will be charged and receive a HOW MANY? duty hour suspension for a first offense and must complete an alcohol rehabilitation program approved by the Assistant Fire Chief. Conviction of a second offense will result in a minimum penalty of a HOW MANY? duty hour suspension up to termination; a third offense will result in termination.]
Any member convicted of the motor vehicle moving violation Driving Under the Influence or
Driving While Intoxicated while off-duty will be charged with Conduct Unbecoming an Employee and will be charged and receive a 120-duty hour suspension for a first offense and must complete an alcohol rehabilitation program approved by the Assistant Fire Chief. Conviction of a second offense will result in a minimum penalty of a 360-duty hour suspension up to termination; a third offense will result in termination.]
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Inefficiency is evidenced by repeated and well founded complaints from superior officers or others concerning improper performance of duty or neglect in the performance of duties. Three (3) adverse actions within a period of twelve (12) months involving any charge of misconduct, conduct unbecoming an employee, improper performance of duty or neglect in the performance of duties shall be prima facie evidence of inefficiency. If a member is cited a fourth time for a similar charge in a twelve month period, the member will also be cited for inefficiency.
Inefficiency is evidenced by repeated and well founded complaints from superior officers or others concerning improper performance of duty or neglect in the performance of duties. Three (3) adverse actions within a period of twelve (12) months involving any charge of misconduct, conduct unbecoming an employee, improper performance of duty or neglect in the performance of duties shall be prima facie evidence of inefficiency. If a member is cited a fourth time for a similar charge in a twelve month period, the member will also be cited for inefficiency.
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. A member who fails to notify the Department of the suspension and/or revocation of their driver’s license in accordance with section 4 of this article will receive a HOW MANY hour suspension for the non-notification; this will not preclude additional disciplinary action that may occur as a result of the investigation into the incident causing the suspension.
. A member who fails to notify the Department of the suspension and/or revocation of their driver’s license in accordance with section 4 of this article will receive a 60 hour suspension for the non-notification; this will not preclude additional disciplinary action that may occur as a result of the investigation into the incident causing the suspension.
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Section 3. Adverse Actions:
A corrective or adverse action, including without limitation, suspension, reduction in grade, or removal, may only be taken for cause against members in the career services who have passed their probationary period. Members are entitled, except in the case of summary action, to advance written notice of fifteen (HOW MANY DAYS?) days for proposed adverse action and ten (HOW MANY DAYS?) days for proposed corrective action. Enforced Leave, as defined in Section 14, is not considered to be an adverse or corrective action.
Section 3. Adverse Actions:
A corrective or adverse action, including without limitation, suspension, reduction in grade, or removal, may only be taken for cause against members in the career services who have passed their probationary period. Members are entitled, except in the case of summary action, to advance written notice of fifteen (15) days for proposed adverse action and ten (10) days for proposed corrective action. Enforced Leave, as defined in Section 14, is not considered to be an adverse or corrective action.
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Section 4. Disciplinary Reporting Procedures:
Officers, supervisors or members shall promptly report, in writing, apparent or alleged infractions of discipline that are observed or brought to their attention.
Section 4. Disciplinary Reporting Procedures:
Officers, supervisors or members shall promptly report, in writing, apparent or alleged infractions of discipline that are observed or brought to their attention.
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Officers or supervisors witnessing such actions and/or receiving such reports shall immediately initiate the following actions:
1. Interview members and witnesses and obtain a written report regarding the incident.
2. Prepare a complete and factual record of available information which identifies all persons, places and pertinent statements or documents contained in the record.
3. Evaluate all available information to determine if a violation has occurred and if so, state the Article and Section of the Order Book or the Rules and Regulations involved, and cite the individual concerned with the appropriate cause(s) listed in Section 1603, Chapter 16, of the District Personnel Manual (DPM).
4. Review member's personnel record and cite all relevant factors, including but not limited to, length of employment and prior disciplinary infractions, including 169s, which have occurred in the past three (3) years. The prior infractions need not be for the same cause as is currently pending.
5. Prepare and forward such reports through the chain-of-command to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief.
Officers or supervisors witnessing such actions and/or receiving such reports shall immediately initiate the following actions:
1. Interview members and witnesses and obtain a written report regarding the incident.
2. Prepare a complete and factual record of available information which identifies all persons, places and pertinent statements or documents contained in the record.
3. Evaluate all available information to determine if a violation has occurred and if so, state the Article and Section of the Order Book or the Rules and Regulations involved, and cite the individual concerned with the appropriate cause(s) listed in Section 1603, Chapter 16, of the District Personnel Manual (DPM).
4. Review member's personnel record and cite all relevant factors, including but not limited to, length of employment and prior disciplinary infractions, including 169s, which have occurred in the past three (3) years. The prior infractions need not be for the same cause as is currently pending.
5. Prepare and forward such reports through the chain-of-command to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief.
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Section 5. Disciplinary Investigation Board (Uniformed Members Only):
The Disciplinary Investigation Board (DIB) shall:
1. Be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Fire/EMS Chief.
2. Be composed of three (HOW MANY CAPTAINS?) captains who will serve a term of 18 months. When a member attains 18 months service they would be relieved, thereby retaining members with 12 and 6 months service. The member with 6 months remaining would be designated chairperson. When possible, the new appointee will be a junior captain.
Section 5. Disciplinary Investigation Board (Uniformed Members Only):
The Disciplinary Investigation Board (DIB) shall:
1. Be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Fire/EMS Chief.
2. Be composed of three (3) captains who will serve a term of 18 months. When a member attains 18 months service they would be relieved, thereby retaining members with 12 and 6 months service. The member with 6 months remaining would be designated chairperson. When possible, the new appointee will be a junior captain.
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It shall be the duties of the DIB to:
4. Submit a written report and F&EMSD Form (WHAT FORM?) to the Assistant Fire Chief, recommending one (1) of the following:
a. Trial Board (Suspension of HOW MANY HOURS? duty hours or more, including termination.)
b. Deputy Fire Chief Conference (Suspension of more than HOW MANY HOURS? duty hours, but less than 120 duty hours.)
c. Battalion Fire Chief Conference (Reprimand to a suspension of HOW MANY HOURS? duty hours.)
d. No further action.
e. Other.
4. Submit a written report and F&EMSD Form 2.2 to the Assistant Fire Chief, recommending one (1) of the following:
a. Trial Board (Suspension of 120 duty hours or more, including termination.)
b. Deputy Fire Chief Conference (Suspension of more than 72 duty hours, but less than 120 duty hours.)
c. Battalion Fire Chief Conference (Reprimand to a suspension of 72 duty hours.)
d. No further action.
e. Other.
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An F&EMSD Form 2.1 (Notification of DIB Interview) shall be submitted at least seven (HOW MANY?) days prior to the interview.
An F&EMSD Form 2.1 (Notification of DIB Interview) shall be submitted at least seven (7) days prior to the interview.
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Upon completion of an investigation of a motor vehicle accident by the Accident Investigation Board, the investigating official or safety official shall forward a copy of the FEMSD Form WHAT FORM? (Vehicle Accident Investigation) to the Office of Compliance.
Upon completion of an investigation of a motor vehicle accident by the Accident Investigation Board, the investigating official or safety official shall forward a copy of the FEMSD Form 7 (Vehicle Accident Investigation) to the Office of Compliance.
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A member shall be notified of the alleged infraction or complaint filed against him/her, in writing, within seventy-five (HOW MANY DAYS?) days after the alleged infraction or complaint or such time as the employer becomes aware of the alleged infraction or complaint. This notification shall be referred to as the “Initial Written Notification.” The member shall verify his receipt of the notification, and all reports related to the incident shall be made available to him/her upon request.
A member shall be notified of the alleged infraction or complaint filed against him/her, in writing, within seventy-five (75) days after the alleged infraction or complaint or such time as the employer becomes aware of the alleged infraction or complaint. This notification shall be referred to as the “Initial Written Notification.” The member shall verify his receipt of the notification, and all reports related to the incident shall be made available to him/her upon request.
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Within HOW MANY DAYS? days of the receipt of the Initial Written Notification the member shall be notified of the type of Departmental action that will be pursued. This notification shall be referred to as the “Proposed Action.” The proposed action shall provide for the range of discipline being considered by stating the type of Conference or Trial Board available to the employee.
Within 60 days of the receipt of the Initial Written Notification the member shall be notified of the type of Departmental action that will be pursued. This notification shall be referred to as the “Proposed Action.” The proposed action shall provide for the range of discipline being considered by stating the type of Conference or Trial Board available to the employee.
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2. The right to challenge the Proposed Action by notifying the Fire/EMS Chief, in writing, within ten (HOW MANY?) days of the Department’s issuance of the Proposed Action. This challenge shall initiate a Battalion or Deputy Fire Chief’s Conference or a Trial Board, as applicable to the proposed discipline;
2. The right to challenge the Proposed Action by notifying the Fire/EMS Chief, in writing, within ten (10) days of the Department’s issuance of the Proposed Action. This challenge shall initiate a Battalion or Deputy Fire Chief’s Conference or a Trial Board, as applicable to the proposed discipline;
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The Initial Written Notification and the Proposed Action shall be issued by officers at the rank of Battalion Fire Chief and above. Challenges of Proposed Actions in which the maximum penalty that may be imposed does not exceed a 72 duty-hour suspension shall be heard at a Battalion Fire
The Initial Written Notification and the Proposed Action shall be issued by officers at the rank of Battalion Fire Chief and above. Challenges of Proposed Actions in which the maximum penalty that may be imposed does not exceed a 72 duty-hour suspension shall be heard at a Battalion Fire
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Challenges of Proposed Actions in which the maximum penalty that may be imposed is greater than a 72 duty-hour suspension but less than a 120 duty-hour suspension shall be heard at a Deputy Fire Chief Conference. Such cases shall include, but not be limited to, charges of the following infractions:
Challenges of Proposed Actions in which the maximum penalty that may be imposed is greater than a 72 duty-hour suspension but less than a 120 duty-hour suspension shall be heard at a Deputy Fire Chief Conference. Such cases shall include, but not be limited to, charges of the following infractions:
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. Douglas Factor Considerations Any appropriate remedy from reprimand to removal may be selected. Consideration shall be given to any mitigating or aggravating circumstances that have been determined to exist, to such extent and with such weight as is deemed appropriate. A number of factors that are relevant for consideration in determining the appropriateness of a penalty are known as the “Douglas Factors”
. Douglas Factor Considerations Any appropriate remedy from reprimand to removal may be selected. Consideration shall be given to any mitigating or aggravating circumstances that have been determined to exist, to such extent and with such weight as is deemed appropriate. A number of factors that are relevant for consideration in determining the appropriateness of a penalty are known as the “Douglas Factors”
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DOUGLESS FACTOR 5
5. The consistency of the penalty with those imposed upon other members over the preceding three (3) years for the same or a similar offense.
DOUGLESS FACTOR 5
5. The consistency of the penalty with those imposed upon other members over the preceding three (3) years for the same or a similar offense.
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Whenever the Department determines that a member’s record request — whether made in conjunction with Douglas Factor No. 5 or any other aspect of disciplinary proceedings — would necessitate the exchange of a co-worker’s discipline file, the Department’s Protective Order (Form 3.3) must first be signed by the Trial Board Chairperson.
Whenever the Department determines that a member’s record request — whether made in conjunction with Douglas Factor No. 5 or any other aspect of disciplinary proceedings — would necessitate the exchange of a co-worker’s discipline file, the Department’s Protective Order (Form 3.3) must first be signed by the Trial Board Chairperson.
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The affected member shall have the right to appeal the Battalion Fire Chief’s decision within fifteen (15) calendar days of receipt of the final decision to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief who may approve the action, reduce the penalty or dismiss the case.
The affected member shall have the right to appeal the Battalion Fire Chief’s decision within fifteen (15) calendar days of receipt of the final decision to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief who may approve the action, reduce the penalty or dismiss the case.
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The member may also appeal the Assistant Fire Chief’s decision within fifteen (15) calendar days of receipt to the Fire/EMS Chief or his designee, who may adopt either the Battalion Fire Chief’s or Assistant Fire Chief’s action, reduce the penalty issued by the Assistant Fire Chief or dismiss the case. The decision of the Fire/EMS Chief or his designee to deny the appeal, in whole or in part, shall be the final administrative decision and shall not be subject to further administrative appeal. Failure by the Fire/EMS Chief to respond to the appeal within sixty (60) calendar days shall constitute a denial of the appeal.
The member may also appeal the Assistant Fire Chief’s decision within fifteen (15) calendar days of receipt to the Fire/EMS Chief or his designee, who may adopt either the Battalion Fire Chief’s or Assistant Fire Chief’s action, reduce the penalty issued by the Assistant Fire Chief or dismiss the case. The decision of the Fire/EMS Chief or his designee to deny the appeal, in whole or in part, shall be the final administrative decision and shall not be subject to further administrative appeal. Failure by the Fire/EMS Chief to respond to the appeal within sixty (60) calendar days shall constitute a denial of the appeal.
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The Deputy Fire Chief is authorized to negotiate a settlement agreement. Any negotiated settlement must be transmitted up the chain of command through the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief to the Fire/EMS Chief. If the Fire/EMS Chief disapproves the settlement, the DFC shall proceed with the formal disciplinary process.
The Deputy Fire Chief is authorized to negotiate a settlement agreement. Any negotiated settlement must be transmitted up the chain of command through the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief to the Fire/EMS Chief. If the Fire/EMS Chief disapproves the settlement, the DFC shall proceed with the formal disciplinary process.
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All cases in which a member is charged with an infraction for which the penalty that may be imposed is termination, demotion or a 120 duty-hour suspension or greater shall be submitted to a Trial Board.
All cases in which a member is charged with an infraction for which the penalty that may be imposed is termination, demotion or a 120 duty-hour suspension or greater shall be submitted to a Trial Board.
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. The affected member shall be notified in writing of the date to appear before the Trial Board. The Trial Board hearing shall begin within 180 days of the member’s receipt of the Initial Written Notification.
. The affected member shall be notified in writing of the date to appear before the Trial Board. The Trial Board hearing shall begin within 180 days of the member’s receipt of the Initial Written Notification.
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The Trial Board shall consist of (HOW MANY?) battalion fire chiefs and (HOW MANY?) captains.
The Trial Board shall consist of two (2) battalion fire chiefs and two (2) captains.
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. Decisions are due in the Compliance Office within HOW MANY DAY? calendars of the completion of the Trial Board hearing.
. Decisions are due in the Compliance Office within 14 calendars of the completion of the Trial Board hearing.
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A member who is insubordinate may be relieved from duty "on the spot" and placed on administrative leave for the remainder of their tour of duty. This "relief from duty" is to prevent a potentially hostile situation from escalating. The member so relieved shall return to duty on their next regularly scheduled tour. If this is not practicable, administrative leave may be extended at the discretion of the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief.
A member who is insubordinate may be relieved from duty "on the spot" and placed on administrative leave for the remainder of their tour of duty. This "relief from duty" is to prevent a potentially hostile situation from escalating. The member so relieved shall return to duty on their next regularly scheduled tour. If this is not practicable, administrative leave may be extended at the discretion of the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief.
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Prior to being placed on enforced leave, the member shall be placed on administrative leave for a period of five workdays, followed by enforced annual leave, then compensatory time which is recorded on time and attendance records, and finally, leave without pay.
Prior to being placed on enforced leave, the member shall be placed on administrative leave for a period of five workdays, followed by enforced annual leave, then compensatory time which is recorded on time and attendance records, and finally, leave without pay.
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Section 15. Suspected Intoxication - Alcohol Or Drugs:
When a member of the Department clearly exhibits erratic behavior consistent with intoxication, giving the on-duty company officer probable cause to believe that the member is under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that their physical and mental faculties are affected and their judgment is impaired, the on-duty company officer shall:
1. Temporarily relieve the member from duty.
2. Order them to submit to the necessary tests to determine their physical and/or mental condition.
Section 15. Suspected Intoxication - Alcohol Or Drugs:
When a member of the Department clearly exhibits erratic behavior consistent with intoxication, giving the on-duty company officer probable cause to believe that the member is under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that their physical and mental faculties are affected and their judgment is impaired, the on-duty company officer shall:
1. Temporarily relieve the member from duty.
2. Order them to submit to the necessary tests to determine their physical and/or mental condition.
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If they refuse:
1. Notify them that they are in violation of a direct order and this could lead to disciplinary action.
2. Keep them under as close observation as the service permits.
3. Contact a member of the Police and Fire Clinic and request them to make an examination of the member in quarters, and if this is not practical, be guided by the doctor's advice.
4. Place the company out-of-service.
5. Notify the Battalion Fire Chief.
If they refuse:
1. Notify them that they are in violation of a direct order and this could lead to disciplinary action.
2. Keep them under as close observation as the service permits.
3. Contact a member of the Police and Fire Clinic and request them to make an examination of the member in quarters, and if this is not practical, be guided by the doctor's advice.
4. Place the company out-of-service.
5. Notify the Battalion Fire Chief.
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3. If the member agrees to take the necessary tests:
a. If the member is suspected of alcohol intoxication, have the on-duty company officer contact the Traffic Alcohol Enforcement Unit (TAEU) of the Metropolitan Police Department to make arrangements for the member in question to be evaluated for intoxication. The TAEU may be contacted at (202) 727-4439, twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
3. If the member agrees to take the necessary tests:
a. If the member is suspected of alcohol intoxication, have the on-duty company officer contact the Traffic Alcohol Enforcement Unit (TAEU) of the Metropolitan Police Department to make arrangements for the member in question to be evaluated for intoxication. The TAEU may be contacted at (202) 727-4439, twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
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Section 16. Tardiness - Absence Without Leave:
Tardiness is defined as: Any absence of up to one (1) hour from duty which has not been
approved in accordance with established policy and procedures. In such cases, pay is denied for
the entire period of absence. Where it is determined however, that the absence is excusable because of conditions which rendered prior approval impractical, the charge of absence without leave shall be changed to annual leave or sick leave.
Section 16. Tardiness - Absence Without Leave:
Tardiness is defined as: Any absence of up to one (1) hour from duty which has not been
approved in accordance with established policy and procedures. In such cases, pay is denied for
the entire period of absence. Where it is determined however, that the absence is excusable because of conditions which rendered prior approval impractical, the charge of absence without leave shall be changed to annual leave or sick leave.
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The minimum charge for absence without leave (AWOL) is one (1) hour and a member shall not be allowed to perform any duties during the remaining portion of the hour for which they have been charged. For example, if a member is late or absent from their duties without permission for ten (10) minutes, they shall be placed on AWOL for one (1) hour and not be allowed to work the remaining fifty (50) minutes.
The minimum charge for absence without leave (AWOL) is one (1) hour and a member shall not be allowed to perform any duties during the remaining portion of the hour for which they have been charged. For example, if a member is late or absent from their duties without permission for ten (10) minutes, they shall be placed on AWOL for one (1) hour and not be allowed to work the remaining fifty (50) minutes.
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The minimum charge for absence without leave (AWOL) is one (1) hour and a member shall not be allowed to perform any duties during the remaining portion of the hour for which they have been charged. For example, if a member is late or absent from their duties without permission for ten (10) minutes, they shall be placed on AWOL for one (1) hour and not be allowed to work the remaining fifty (50) minutes.
The minimum charge for absence without leave (AWOL) is one (1) hour and a member shall not be allowed to perform any duties during the remaining portion of the hour for which they have been charged. For example, if a member is late or absent from their duties without permission for ten (10) minutes, they shall be placed on AWOL for one (1) hour and not be allowed to work the remaining fifty (50) minutes.
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Admonition - Any written communication from a supervisor to an employee, up to but excluding an Official Reprimand, which advises or counsels the employee about conduct or performance deficiencies, and the possibility that future violations will result in corrective or adverse action.
Admonition - Any written communication from a supervisor to an employee, up to but excluding an Official Reprimand, which advises or counsels the employee about conduct or performance deficiencies, and the possibility that future violations will result in corrective or adverse action.
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Adverse Action - A removal, suspension for ten days or more, or reduction in rank, grade, or pay for cause.
Adverse Action - A removal, suspension for ten days or more, or reduction in rank, grade, or pay for cause.
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Appeal - An employee's written request for review and reconsideration of an imposed corrective or adverse action.
Appeal - An employee's written request for review and reconsideration of an imposed corrective or adverse action.
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Corrective Action - An Official Reprimand or suspension of less than 10 days for cause.
Corrective Action - An Official Reprimand or suspension of less than 10 days for cause.
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Official Reprimand - A final decision letter which is placed in the employee's Official Personnel Folder and which censures an employee for cause as prescribed in Section 2 of this Article.
Official Reprimand - A final decision letter which is placed in the employee's Official Personnel Folder and which censures an employee for cause as prescribed in Section 2 of this Article.
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Early relief will not be permitted if an ALS position is being downgraded at the change of shifts prior to the end of the shift. A member receiving an overtime assignment at another work site will also not be cause for an ALS position to be downgraded prior to the end of the shift.
Early relief will not be permitted if an ALS position is being downgraded at the change of shifts prior to the end of the shift. A member receiving an overtime assignment at another work site will also not be cause for an ALS position to be downgraded prior to the end of the shift.
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Members who are incarcerated will be carried on AWOL. There will be no granting of an exchange of duty hours to cover the absence of an employee who is suspended, AWOL, or in any other circumstances the approving official deems inappropriate.
Members who are incarcerated will be carried on AWOL. There will be no granting of an exchange of duty hours to cover the absence of an employee who is suspended, AWOL, or in any other circumstances the approving official deems inappropriate.
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Requests for permission to exchange duty hours (in 12 and 24 hour increments) will be prepared and submitted on F&EMSD Form 163, Application to Exchange Work
Requests for permission to exchange duty hours (in 12 and 24 hour increments) will be prepared and submitted on F&EMSD Form 163, Application to Exchange Work
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All exchange of duty hours shall be completed by both members involved within sixty (60) calendar days.
All exchange of duty hours shall be completed by both members involved within sixty (60) calendar days.
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When the urgency of public business, illness or administrative error have forced a member to forfeit annual leave in excess of the maximum leave ceiling at the end of a leave year, the member may request, through proper channels on F&EMSD Form 11.2
When the urgency of public business, illness or administrative error have forced a member to forfeit annual leave in excess of the maximum leave ceiling at the end of a leave year, the member may request, through proper channels on F&EMSD Form 11.2
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Emergency Annual Leave (EAL) requests are not “automatic.” It is a requested absence that shall be approved or denied by the Battalion Fire Chief (BFC) or the Deputy Fire Chief (DFC).
Emergency Annual Leave (EAL) requests are not “automatic.” It is a requested absence that shall be approved or denied by the Battalion Fire Chief (BFC) or the Deputy Fire Chief (DFC).
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EAL should not be granted more than HOW MANY HOURS? hours preceding the member’s tour of duty.
EAL should not be granted more than 6 hours preceding the member’s tour of duty.
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Members requesting EAL must contact their on duty BFC or DFC at least HOW MANY HOURS? prior to reporting time.
Members requesting EAL must contact their on duty BFC or DFC at least one hour prior to reporting time.
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All authorized absences must be documented in writing. Employees shall certify their request and intent to use leave by submitting an SF 71.
Civilian employees shall use the reverse side of the SF 71 for sick leave certification. Uniformed firefighters will use the F&EMSD Form 44 for all sick leave certification, except that the SF 71 may be used to request sick leave for an optical or dental appointment.
All authorized absences must be documented in writing. Employees shall certify their request and intent to use leave by submitting an SF 71.
Civilian employees shall use the reverse side of the SF 71 for sick leave certification. Uniformed firefighters will use the F&EMSD Form 44 for all sick leave certification, except that the SF 71 may be used to request sick leave for an optical or dental appointment.
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Any member desiring to utilize or decline an assigned leave period shall, at least HOW MANY DAYS? days prior to the beginning of such period, forward to the official concerned, through channels, a completed F&EMSD Form 11
Any member desiring to utilize or decline an assigned leave period shall, at least seven (7) days prior to the beginning of such period, forward to the official concerned, through channels, a completed F&EMSD Form 11
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LEAVE (NOT SICK LEAVE) WITHOUT PAY
Any member desiring permission for a leave of absence without pay will execute the DC Form 1199 requesting leave without pay and a submission of a Special Report addressed to the Fire/EMS Chief.] Such applications will include the period of absence, the reason for such absence, etc.
Any member desiring permission for a leave of absence without pay will execute the DC Form 1199 requesting leave without pay and a submission of a Special Report addressed to the Fire/EMS Chief.] Such applications will include the period of absence, the reason for such absence, etc.
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b. Employees will contact the PFC to schedule their Annual Physical examination within the two (2) months prior to the month in which the examination is to occur. This will insure that the examination takes place within their birth month.
b. Employees will contact the PFC to schedule their Annual Physical examination within the two (2) months prior to the month in which the examination is to occur. This will insure that the examination takes place within their birth month.
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All personnel shall ensure that no protected health information (PHI) is entered into Company Journals, included in Special Reports, Department forms, or electronic communications. PHI should only be submitted on the Form 44 Medical by the employee or by the Company Officer/Immediate Supervisor if the employee is incapacitated.
All personnel shall ensure that no protected health information (PHI) is entered into Company Journals, included in Special Reports, Department forms, or electronic communications. PHI should only be submitted on the Form 44 Medical by the employee or by the Company Officer/Immediate Supervisor if the employee is incapacitated.
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3. Whenever an on duty employee is injured in or out of quarters, the on-duty Company Officer (OIC) shall make notification by telephone or through the Office of Unified Communication notifying the on duty Safety Officer (SAFO).
3. Whenever an on duty employee is injured in or out of quarters, the on-duty Company Officer (OIC) shall make notification by telephone or through the Office of Unified Communication notifying the on duty Safety Officer (SAFO).
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The Company Officer shall investigate the injury or illness and complete the Form 44.4: Safety. This form shall be completed and forwarded within 24 hours from the date of occurrence or notification. The distribution of the completed form is as follows: Original to the Safety Office and a copy to the Medical Services Officer (MSO). If additional investigation is warranted, the On-Duty Safety Officer will submit a supplemental Form 44.4 Safety documenting the investigation.
The Company Officer shall investigate the injury or illness and complete the Form 44.4: Safety. This form shall be completed and forwarded within 24 hours from the date of occurrence or notification. The distribution of the completed form is as follows: Original to the Safety Office and a copy to the Medical Services Officer (MSO). If additional investigation is warranted, the On-Duty Safety Officer will submit a supplemental Form 44.4 Safety documenting the investigation.
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d. Sick Leave shall be reported in hourly equivalents. In all cases of a fractional hour, if the period of Sick Leave is 30 minutes or more, one (1) hour or equivalent shall be charged.
d. Sick Leave shall be reported in hourly equivalents. In all cases of a fractional hour, if the period of Sick Leave is 30 minutes or more, one (1) hour or equivalent shall be charged.
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Note: Requests for Sick Leave for dental or optical appointments must be submitted in advance on the SF 71. Under "Remarks", indicate as "Dental Examination" or "Optical Examination". Such requests
Note: Requests for Sick Leave for dental or optical appointments must be submitted in advance on the SF 71. Under "Remarks", indicate as "Dental Examination" or "Optical Examination". Such requests
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e. A Uniformed Operational All-Hazards member of the Operations and Special Operations Divisions may be advanced Sick Leave in amounts not to exceed 288 hours
e. A Uniformed Operational All-Hazards member of the Operations and Special Operations Divisions may be advanced Sick Leave in amounts not to exceed 288 hours
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An employee who is absent due to illness or injury may request that all or any part of such leave be charged to Annual Leave on a current basis, by submission of the Form 11.5. Request for Annual Leave in Lieu of Sick Leave to the appropriate division head
An employee who is absent due to illness or injury may request that all or any part of such leave be charged to Annual Leave on a current basis, by submission of the Form 11.5. Request for Annual Leave in Lieu of Sick Leave to the appropriate division head
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4. Whenever an employee is not in a full duty status for 30 days or more, he/she will be required to take a Return to Duty or Fitness for Duty Physical at the discretion of the MSO.
4. Whenever an employee is not in a full duty status for 30 days or more, he/she will be required to take a Return to Duty or Fitness for Duty Physical at the discretion of the MSO.
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The Form 44.1, Report of Possible Exposure to a Communicable Disease, shall be submitted in duplicate by employees of the Department whenever they are possibly exposed to a communicable disease; either on or off duty, including performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
The Form 44.1, Report of Possible Exposure to a Communicable Disease, shall be submitted in duplicate by employees of the Department whenever they are possibly exposed to a communicable disease; either on or off duty, including performing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
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In addition, the F&EMS Form IC-1, Occupational Exposure Incident Report, shall be submitted online to the Infection Control Office (ICO).
In addition, the F&EMS Form IC-1, Occupational Exposure Incident Report, shall be submitted online to the Infection Control Office (ICO).
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Employees who have been on extended Sick Leave or Limited Duty for over one (1) year or otherwise as determined by their Battalion Commander or higher, shall be ordered to the Training Academy for refresher training after returning to a Full Duty status.
Employees who have been on extended Sick Leave or Limited Duty for over one (1) year or otherwise as determined by their Battalion Commander or higher, shall be ordered to the Training Academy for refresher training after returning to a Full Duty status.
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Uniformed operational employees whose injury and/or illness have been ruled Non- POD shall be detailed to a LD assignment for a maximum of 30 calendar days. In accordance with applicable provisions of D.C. Code regulations, employees will be charged sick leave for time spent seeking diagnosis and/or treatment for Non-POD illnesses and/or injuries.
Uniformed operational employees whose injury and/or illness have been ruled Non- POD shall be detailed to a LD assignment for a maximum of 30 calendar days. In accordance with applicable provisions of D.C. Code regulations, employees will be charged sick leave for time spent seeking diagnosis and/or treatment for Non-POD illnesses and/or injuries.
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Employees who have been assigned to an administrative position for at least 60 days prior to sustaining a non-work-related injury or illness may continue in that administrative position, and need not be subject to the Limited Duty policy.
Employees who have been assigned to an administrative position for at least 60 days prior to sustaining a non-work-related injury or illness may continue in that administrative position, and need not be subject to the Limited Duty policy.
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The PFC is open and urgent/critical care is not needed: Call to make an appointment to see a doctor that day, and notify the on-duty Company Officer or Immediate Supervisor as soon as their intent to report sick becomes certain. In no event shall such notice be given less than one hour prior to the time the employee is scheduled to report for duty. Being unable to make an appointment shall not delay notification of the on-duty Company Officer or Immediate Supervisor.
The PFC is open and urgent/critical care is not needed: Call to make an appointment to see a doctor that day, and notify the on-duty Company Officer or Immediate Supervisor as soon as their intent to report sick becomes certain. In no event shall such notice be given less than one hour prior to the time the employee is scheduled to report for duty. Being unable to make an appointment shall not delay notification of the on-duty Company Officer or Immediate Supervisor.
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In no event shall an employee's use of the MIP span any portion of four (4) tours of duty. The maximum permissible hourly charge of twenty-four (24) hours for any one absence cannot be exceeded without a visit to the PFC.
In no event shall an employee's use of the MIP span any portion of four (4) tours of duty. The maximum permissible hourly charge of twenty-four (24) hours for any one absence cannot be exceeded without a visit to the PFC.
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6. Employees will be permitted to status themselves sick under the MIP not more than HOW MANY? hours before their next tour of duty.
6. Employees will be permitted to status themselves sick under the MIP not more than 12 hours before their next tour of duty.
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a. If serving in the Operations or Special Operations Divisions and if off-duty at the time, notify the on-duty Platoon Commander or, if unavailable, the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief as soon as the intent to report sick becomes certain. Such notice shall not be given less than HOW MANY? hour before the employee is due to report for duty.
a. If serving in the Operations or Special Operations Divisions and if off-duty at the time, notify the on-duty Platoon Commander or, if unavailable, the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief as soon as the intent to report sick becomes certain. Such notice shall not be given less than one (1) hour before the employee is due to report for duty.
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12. On the first day of his/her return to duty, the employee shall complete a Form 44.6 MIP. The Form 44.6 MIP shall be forwarded to the appropriate Battalion Fire Chief. No additional documentation (i.e., no Form 44 or Form 44.4) is required.
12. On the first day of his/her return to duty, the employee shall complete a Form 44.6 MIP. The Form 44.6 MIP shall be forwarded to the appropriate Battalion Fire Chief. No additional documentation (i.e., no Form 44 or Form 44.4) is required.
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b. With respect to an employee who loses his/her ability to use the MIP, the restriction will extend for two full “designated periods,” as described in paragraph 5 above (i.e., if an employee is placed on MIP restriction on June 15, 2013, then the employee will not be eligible for a MIP absence until October 1, 2014).
b. With respect to an employee who loses his/her ability to use the MIP, the restriction will extend for two full “designated periods,” as described in paragraph 5 above (i.e., if an employee is placed on MIP restriction on June 15, 2013, then the employee will not be eligible for a MIP absence until October 1, 2014).
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Section 3. Notification of Change of Duty Status:
| (1) their on-duty Battalion Commander, (2) any on-duty Battalion Commander, or (3) the Division Commander in that order.
(1) their on-duty Battalion Commander, (2) any on-duty Battalion Commander, or (3) the Division Commander in that order.
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The Form 44 Medical shall be considered as the official documentation of an illness/injury; a journal entry is made simply to document an incident has occurred. Company Officers and the employee concerned shall be held responsible for this procedure.
The Form 44 Medical shall be considered as the official documentation of an illness/injury; a journal entry is made simply to document an incident has occurred. Company Officers and the employee concerned shall be held responsible for this procedure.
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No Uniformed All-Hazards employee of the Department will be granted Administrative Leave – Sick (POD) for an illness/injury if that employee does not obtain immediate medical treatment from a PFC physician during the hours the PFC is open or by reporting to the appropriate Urgent/Critical Care Facility when the PFC is closed.
No Uniformed All-Hazards employee of the Department will be granted Administrative Leave – Sick (POD) for an illness/injury if that employee does not obtain immediate medical treatment from a PFC physician during the hours the PFC is open or by reporting to the appropriate Urgent/Critical Care Facility when the PFC is closed.
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4. Any employee who visits an urgent care facility is required to report to the PFC for Sick Call between 0700 to 0830 hours the next day the PFC is open.
4. Any employee who visits an urgent care facility is required to report to the PFC for Sick Call between 0700 to 0830 hours the next day the PFC is open.
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1. Personnel placed on Sick Leave or Limited Duty, or continued on Sick Leave or Limited Duty resulting from a visit to the PFC, shall advise the on-duty Company Officer or their immediate supervisor as soon as they are aware of any change in their duty status and the dates and time of any and all scheduled follow-up or return visits.
1. Personnel placed on Sick Leave or Limited Duty, or continued on Sick Leave or Limited Duty resulting from a visit to the PFC, shall advise the on-duty Company Officer or their immediate supervisor as soon as they are aware of any change in their duty status and the dates and time of any and all scheduled follow-up or return visits.
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On or before the 15th of January of each year, Company Officers shall execute the F&EMS WHAT FORM? Report of Administrative Leave - Sick for members of their command who were ruled on POD for the preceding year.
On or before the 15th of January of each year, Company Officers shall execute the F&EMS Form 158: Report of Administrative Leave - Sick for members of their command who were ruled on POD for the preceding year.
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2. Process for retirement of any Uniformed Operational All-Hazards employee who spends 64/192 (Operations Division/Administrative Divisions) cumulative workdays in a less than fullduty status over any 24-month period as a result of any one POD or non-POD injury/illness, including complications related to the injury/illness.
2. Process for retirement of any Uniformed Operational All-Hazards employee who spends 64/192 (Operations Division/Administrative Divisions) cumulative workdays in a less than fullduty status over any 24-month period as a result of any one POD or non-POD injury/illness, including complications related to the injury/illness.
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Members of the Department approaching the age of sixty-four (64) years will submit a Special Report to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief sixty (60) days prior to reaching their 64th birthday. stating the date on which the specified age will be reached.. Currently, there are no exceptions for members having reached the mandatory retirement age of 64.
Members of the Department approaching the age of sixty-four (64) years will submit a Special Report to the appropriate Assistant Fire Chief sixty (60) days prior to reaching their 64th birthday. stating the date on which the specified age will be reached.. Currently, there are no exceptions for members having reached the mandatory retirement age of 64.
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Employee's contributions, to be eligible for award, must be described in writing on D.C. Form 25, in duplicate, by the member(s) concerned or by the appropriate supervisor, and submitted through regular channels, or in a sealed envelope to the Department Incentive Awards Committee.
Employee's contributions, to be eligible for award, must be described in writing on D.C. Form 25, in duplicate, by the member(s) concerned or by the appropriate supervisor, and submitted through regular channels, or in a sealed envelope to the Department Incentive Awards Committee.
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Drills - any type of training activity conducted while on duty. Types of drills include, but are not limited to, module training, weekend drills at the Training Academy, Company level drills, Metro training, CPR recertification, multi-Company drills, task force training, etc.
Drills - any type of training activity conducted while on duty. Types of drills include, but are not limited to, module training, weekend drills at the Training Academy, Company level drills, Metro training, CPR recertification, multi-Company drills, task force training, etc.
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Section 1. Gas Supply:
Upon assuming duty, platoon commanders of truck companies will designate a person to shut off the gas supply at the scene of any emergency to which the company might respond, first due, in the event such action is necessary.
Upon assuming duty, platoon commanders of truck companies will designate a person to shut off the gas supply at the scene of any emergency to which the company might respond, first due, in the event such action is necessary.
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When premises cannot be secured because of fire or forced entry, the company officer of the last company to leave the scene will obtain the name of the responsible occupant, owner or agent present and enter that name in the company journal. If such person is not present, he/she will notify a police officer at the scene that the Department is leaving and that the property is insecure.
When premises cannot be secured because of fire or forced entry, the company officer of the last company to leave the scene will obtain the name of the responsible occupant, owner or agent present and enter that name in the company journal. If such person is not present, he/she will notify a police officer at the scene that the Department is leaving and that the property is insecure.
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Section 10. Hose - Layouts:
The first and second due engine companies responding on initial alarms will layout and report to their position unless otherwise directed by the incident commander
Section 10. Hose - Layouts:
The first and second due engine companies responding on initial alarms will layout and report to their position unless otherwise directed by the incident commander
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Section 11. Two (2) Pump Operations - Preparation and Supply of Hose Lines:
When hose lines are prepared for service leading from a two (2) pump operation, the company officer will, unless otherwise ordered, select the size line(s) that are to be used.
Section 11. Two (2) Pump Operations - Preparation and Supply of Hose Lines:
When hose lines are prepared for service leading from a two (2) pump operation, the company officer will, unless otherwise ordered, select the size line(s) that are to be used.
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Section 12. Dual Pumping Hydrants
Such cases would be, but not limited to the following
1. The elimination of long layouts and resulting high friction loss in hose lines.
2. Speed of placing the company in service.
3. Need for maximum amount of water available at the scene.
4. Clearing of principle traffic routes.
Section 12. Dual Pumping Hydrants
Such cases would be, but not limited to the following
1. The elimination of long layouts and resulting high friction loss in hose lines.
2. Speed of placing the company in service.
3. Need for maximum amount of water available at the scene.
4. Clearing of principle traffic routes.
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Section 17. Refrigerators, Etc. - Safety:
When it becomes necessary for a company of the Department to remove a refrigerator or freezer, the company officer will take reasonable precautionary measures to eliminate the possibility of children becoming entrapped in such appliances.
Section 17. Refrigerators, Etc. - Safety:
When it becomes necessary for a company of the Department to remove a refrigerator or freezer, the company officer will take reasonable precautionary measures to eliminate the possibility of children becoming entrapped in such appliances.
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The overhead power lines in the District of Columbia range up to HOW MANY? volts.
The overhead power lines in the District of Columbia range up to 132,000 volts.
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If the wire is found already down upon arrival and no fire has resulted or is likely to result, companies may report in service, provided a member of the Police Department is at the scene to warn persons of the danger.
If the wire is found already down upon arrival and no fire has resulted or is likely to result, companies may report in service, provided a member of the Police Department is at the scene to warn persons of the danger.
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When a wire is arcing along its length or in the trees, there is a possibility that the wire may fall and ignite a building or other object. If such a condition exists, at least one (l) engine company will remain at the scene until the arrival of a responsible repair crew.
When a wire is arcing along its length or in the trees, there is a possibility that the wire may fall and ignite a building or other object. If such a condition exists, at least one (l) engine company will remain at the scene until the arrival of a responsible repair crew.
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In general only firefighters with a minimum of three (3), experience will be detailed to the rescue squad.
In general only firefighters with a minimum of three (3), experience will be detailed to the rescue squad.
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2.6 While the vehicle is in motion, the donning or doffing of personal protective equipment that requires removal of any restraining belt or other device shall be prohibited
(NFPA 1451, 8.3.6).
2.6 While the vehicle is in motion, the donning or doffing of personal protective equipment that requires removal of any restraining belt or other device shall be prohibited
(NFPA 1451, 8.3.6).
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Vehicles are not authorized to exceed the posted speed limit by more than HOW MANY? miles per hour (mph) when responding in any mode and under any conditions
Vehicles are not authorized to exceed the posted speed limit by more than 10 miles per hour (mph) when responding in any mode and under any conditions
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When vehicles must travel in oncoming traffic lanes, the maximum permissible speed shall be HOW MANY? mph.
When vehicles must travel in oncoming traffic lanes, the maximum permissible speed shall be 20 mph.
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Drivers shall avoid backing whenever possible.
2.23.1 When backing is unavoidable, all members not operating the vehicle shall exit the vehicle and assist with spotting operations.
2.23.2 If no spotter is available, the driver shall dismount and walk completely around the vehicle to determine if obstructions are present before backing
(NFPA 1451
Drivers shall avoid backing whenever possible.
2.23.1 When backing is unavoidable, all members not operating the vehicle shall exit the vehicle and assist with spotting operations.
2.23.2 If no spotter is available, the driver shall dismount and walk completely around the vehicle to determine if obstructions are present before backing
(NFPA 1451
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Vehicles operating in emergency mode shall not pass a school bus that has stopped with red lights flashing to load or discharge passengers, unless the bus driver clearly signals that it is safe to pass
Vehicles operating in emergency mode shall not pass a school bus that has stopped with red lights flashing to load or discharge passengers, unless the bus driver clearly signals that it is safe to pass
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2.33 Brake retarders or TELMA electromagnetic braking systems shall not be used when driving on slippery surfaces.
2.33 Brake retarders or TELMA electromagnetic braking systems shall not be used when driving on slippery surfaces.
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Limited access roadway-utilizes ramps for entry and exit and has a posted speed limit of HOW MANY? mph or more.
Limited access roadway-utilizes ramps for entry and exit and has a posted speed limit of 40 mph or more.
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Where the driver is under the direct supervision of an officer, that officer shall assume responsibility for the actions of the driver and the safe operation of the vehicle
Where the driver is under the direct supervision of an officer, that officer shall assume responsibility for the actions of the driver and the safe operation of the vehicle
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Unless otherwise stated, the boundary lines shall run along the centerline of the roadway.
Unless otherwise stated, the boundary lines shall run along the centerline of the roadway.
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2. 8.1 Occupancies with even addresses shall be inspected during even-numbered years.
2. 8.2 Occupancies with odd addresses shall be inspected during odd-numbered years.
2. 8.1 Occupancies with even addresses shall be inspected during even-numbered years.
2. 8.2 Occupancies with odd addresses shall be inspected during odd-numbered years.
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2. 19 If permission to inspect the premises is denied, members shall:
2. 19.2 Leave the premises and notify the Battalion Fire Inspector assigned to the area for follow-up.
2.19.3 Contact the Fire Prevention Division by phone at (202) 727-1614 or by email at fems.fireprevention@dc.gov if immediate assistance is needed.
2. 19 If permission to inspect the premises is denied, members shall:
2. 19.2 Leave the premises and notify the Battalion Fire Inspector assigned to the area for follow-up.
2.19.3 Contact the Fire Prevention Division by phone at (202) 727-1614 or by email at fems.fireprevention@dc.gov if immediate assistance is needed.
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High-rise Building - Buildings greater than HOW MANY? feet in height.
High-rise Building - Buildings greater than 75 feet in height.
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The F&EMSD Form 22 shall be used by Operations Bureau companies while inspecting buildings. The form will be used for documenting, analyzing, and managing company inspections by the Department.
The F&EMSD Form 22 shall be used by Operations Bureau companies while inspecting buildings. The form will be used for documenting, analyzing, and managing company inspections by the Department.
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✓ Generally, fire extinguishers should be installed within 75 feet of all areas of the building. ✓ All extinguishers should be mounted, visible, and readily accessible.
✓ Generally, fire extinguishers should be installed within 75 feet of all areas of the building. ✓ All extinguishers should be mounted, visible, and readily accessible.
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FD Form 1 's waiting the attention of the Company Property Officer for entry on the current FD Form 112 (Inventory of Accountable Property) shall be kept in the top right hand drawer of the company desk. The current FD Form 112 shall be kept in the executed form file drawer of the company file cabinet.
FD Form 1 's waiting the attention of the Company Property Officer for entry on the current FD Form 112 (Inventory of Accountable Property) shall be kept in the top right hand drawer of the company desk. The current FD Form 112 shall be kept in the executed form file drawer of the company file cabinet.
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By the 23 rd of each month, the responsible property officer (or those acting in their stead) in the Firefighting Division or the designee in other divisions, will submit requests for household and office supplies through the on-line ordering system
By the 23 rd of each month, the responsible property officer (or those acting in their stead) in the Firefighting Division or the designee in other divisions, will submit requests for household and office supplies through the on-line ordering system
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Logistics shall collect serviceable and unserviceable accountable property from fire stations semiannually during the months of April and October. During these months, Property Officers shall submit a Form 17 stating that surplus accountable property is available to be collected.
Logistics shall collect serviceable and unserviceable accountable property from fire stations semiannually during the months of April and October. During these months, Property Officers shall submit a Form 17 stating that surplus accountable property is available to be collected.
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When accountable F&EMSD property is lost, stolen, destroyed or damaged beyond repair, members concerned shall do the following within 24 hours:
1. Notify the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) if property is lost while responding to, at, or returning from an alarm.
2. 3. Submit a F&EMSD Form 97 with complete information.
When accountable F&EMSD property is lost, stolen, destroyed or damaged beyond repair, members concerned shall do the following within 24 hours:
1. Notify the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) if property is lost while responding to, at, or returning from an alarm.
2. 3. Submit a F&EMSD Form 97 with complete information.
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Section 18. Personal Property — Damaged or Lost:
If personal property is damaged, lost, or destroyed in the performance of official duties or under other circumstances which, in the opinion of the claimant, justifies a claim for reimbursement, the claimant shall execute D.C. Form 274.
Section 18. Personal Property — Damaged or Lost:
If personal property is damaged, lost, or destroyed in the performance of official duties or under other circumstances which, in the opinion of the claimant, justifies a claim for reimbursement, the claimant shall execute D.C. Form 274.
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All officers and members below the rank of Battalion Fire Chief shall carry spanners. All members shall have a SCBA facepiece and a "Go" Bag.
All officers and members below the rank of Battalion Fire Chief shall carry spanners. All members shall have a SCBA facepiece and a "Go" Bag.
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Non-emergency travel to other jurisdictions, i.e. repairs, funerals, etc., is not covered by the mutual aid agreement. A CDL license is required for such travel.
Non-emergency travel to other jurisdictions, i.e. repairs, funerals, etc., is not covered by the mutual aid agreement. A CDL license is required for such travel.
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All reports of incidents in which apparatus/vehicles are involved will include the serial number of the apparatus/vehicle, name of the driver, and the mileage. This will include, among other things, failure to start, loss or breakage of some part, accident, court hearing, or investigation.
All reports of incidents in which apparatus/vehicles are involved will include the serial number of the apparatus/vehicle, name of the driver, and the mileage. This will include, among other things, failure to start, loss or breakage of some part, accident, court hearing, or investigation.
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The Department Incident Safety Officer shall issue one of four types of alpha-numerical tracking numbers for the purpose of tracking and classifying incident and accidents:
Accident Chargeable - AC
Accident Non-Chargeable - ANC
Incident Chargeable - IC
Incident Non-Chargeable - INC
The Department Incident Safety Officer shall issue one of four types of alpha-numerical tracking numbers for the purpose of tracking and classifying incident and accidents:
Accident Chargeable - AC
Accident Non-Chargeable - ANC
Incident Chargeable - IC
Incident Non-Chargeable - INC
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2. Definition of an Incident:
An incident for the purpose of this section shall apply when a department passenger, leased vehicle, apparatus and EMS units is damaged by means other than what has been defined above as an accident. The investigating BFC shall make the determination as to whether the occurrence is either a chargeable or non-chargeable offense. The Department Safety Officer shall assist with rendering this determination. The filing of a report as an
“Unusual Incident” will not be allowed when apparatus is involved.
2. Definition of an Incident:
An incident for the purpose of this section shall apply when a department passenger, leased vehicle, apparatus and EMS units is damaged by means other than what has been defined above as an accident. The investigating BFC shall make the determination as to whether the occurrence is either a chargeable or non-chargeable offense. The Department Safety Officer shall assist with rendering this determination. The filing of a report as an
“Unusual Incident” will not be allowed when apparatus is involved.
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a. Incident Chargeable - IC
Incident chargeable is defined as an occurrence could have been prevented if Department rules or District of Columbia Government laws were adhered to.
a. Incident Chargeable - IC
Incident chargeable is defined as an occurrence could have been prevented if Department rules or District of Columbia Government laws were adhered to.
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3. Reporting Accidents
The on-duty supervisor or operator of any unit involved shall report immediately to OUC that an accident or incident has occurred, giving all pertinent information. The vehicle or vehicles involved will be placed "out-of-service" and not moved unless authorized by a member of the police agency.
3. Reporting Accidents
The on-duty supervisor or operator of any unit involved shall report immediately to OUC that an accident or incident has occurred, giving all pertinent information. The vehicle or vehicles involved will be placed "out-of-service" and not moved unless authorized by a member of the police agency.
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If extreme emergency makes it imperative that the vehicle continue to its destination, one member will remain at the scene.
If extreme emergency makes it imperative that the vehicle continue to its destination, one member will remain at the scene.
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The Battalion Fire Chief located closest to the accident will:
1. Go on the air and conduct an accident investigation.
2. Execute F&EMSD Form 7.
The Battalion Fire Chief located closest to the accident will:
1. Go on the air and conduct an accident investigation.
2. Execute F&EMSD Form 7.
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Section 9. Accident Investigation Board:
After consulting with the Safety Office, the investigating Battalion Fire Chief will determine the need for an Accident Investigation Board (AIB). If an AIB is requested, the Deputy Fire Chief Risk Management will select the members of the board consisting of at least three (3) Battalion Fire Chiefs, one of whom will serve as the chairperson, to conduct an investigation of the accident.
Section 9. Accident Investigation Board:
After consulting with the Safety Office, the investigating Battalion Fire Chief will determine the need for an Accident Investigation Board (AIB). If an AIB is requested, the Deputy Fire Chief Risk Management will select the members of the board consisting of at least three (3) Battalion Fire Chiefs, one of whom will serve as the chairperson, to conduct an investigation of the accident.
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1. F&EMSD Form 7 - The investigating Battalion Fire Chief/EMS supervisor will execute a Form 7
1. F&EMSD Form 7 - The investigating Battalion Fire Chief/EMS supervisor will execute a Form 7
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If a member is charged by the police with the accident and elects to have a court hearing in lieu of paying the ticket, the member will notify the division head through channels in writing of the hearing date. A copy of this report will be forwarded to the Safety Office and a member of the Safety Office will attend all court hearings as an observer for the Department.
If a member is charged by the police with the accident and elects to have a court hearing in lieu of paying the ticket, the member will notify the division head through channels in writing of the hearing date. A copy of this report will be forwarded to the Safety Office and a member of the Safety Office will attend all court hearings as an observer for the Department.
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3. When a member has not been in a full duty status for 180 days or more, the following guidelines will be followed for reinstatement.
a. During the member’s retraining at the Training Academy the member shall complete the driver requalification process prior to returning to a full duty status.
b. The requalification process will consist of the following:
3. When a member has not been in a full duty status for 180 days or more, the following guidelines will be followed for reinstatement.
a. During the member’s retraining at the Training Academy the member shall complete the driver requalification process prior to returning to a full duty status.
b. The requalification process will consist of the following:
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Utilizing the check list and the F&EMSD Form 54.2 series, the on-duty platoon commander of companies will ensure that the inspection of apparatus and all tools and appliances is done daily at 0700 hours
Utilizing the check list and the F&EMSD Form 54.2 series, the on-duty platoon commander of companies will ensure that the inspection of apparatus and all tools and appliances is done daily at 0700 hours
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In general, Department vehicles will be driven around the block rather than be backed or turned around in the street. If it is necessary to back vehicles, the utmost care will be taken.
Department vehicles will not be backed without adequate assistance of at least one other member of the Department. When backing up, the apparatus will be watched by the officer in charge and the ambulance will be watched by the ambulance crew person who is not driving.
In general, Department vehicles will be driven around the block rather than be backed or turned around in the street. If it is necessary to back vehicles, the utmost care will be taken.
Department vehicles will not be backed without adequate assistance of at least one other member of the Department. When backing up, the apparatus will be watched by the officer in charge and the ambulance will be watched by the ambulance crew person who is not driving.
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To check the fluid level, start at operating temperature and the engine operating at 1000 rpm.
To check the fluid level, start at operating temperature and the engine operating at 1000 rpm.
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Units shall be changed over at their quarters or at the EMS changeover location (E-6 for EMS units).
Units shall be changed over at their quarters or at the EMS changeover location (E-6 for EMS units).
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Any time a service truck from the Apparatus Division arrives at a location (tire truck, tow truck etc.) members shall inquire if there is any assistance needed and provide assistance where necessary. Under no circumstances will a single Apparatus Division employee be left on the scene by himself/herself to perform work, for example, changing a tire or hooking up a vehicle to tow. In the name of safety, all members shall remain on the scene until everyone is prepared to leave the scene.
Any time a service truck from the Apparatus Division arrives at a location (tire truck, tow truck etc.) members shall inquire if there is any assistance needed and provide assistance where necessary. Under no circumstances will a single Apparatus Division employee be left on the scene by himself/herself to perform work, for example, changing a tire or hooking up a vehicle to tow. In the name of safety, all members shall remain on the scene until everyone is prepared to leave the scene.
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Units are not to be changed over at the shop unless directed to do so by the on-duty Foreman.
Units are not to be changed over at the shop unless directed to do so by the on-duty Foreman.
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All pumping apparatus shall be drained of all water; both tank and pump, prior to arrival at the shop.
All pumping apparatus shall be drained of all water; both tank and pump, prior to arrival at the shop.
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Department pumping apparatus will not be used for pumping out accumulations of water in cellars, etc., without the use of the syphon or peri-jet.
Department pumping apparatus will not be used for pumping out accumulations of water in cellars, etc., without the use of the syphon or peri-jet.
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Shall be done in accordance with the procedures as set forth in Fire & EMS Department Order Book, Article XX. *** If the accident occurs in a jurisdiction other than the District of Columbia, the Safety Officer and a Battalion Fire Chief will not perform an investigation. However they should still be notified of the incident. The operator of the vehicle shall contact the local jurisdictional police agency to obtain a report***\
Shall be done in accordance with the procedures as set forth in Fire & EMS Department Order Book, Article XX. *** If the accident occurs in a jurisdiction other than the District of Columbia, the Safety Officer and a Battalion Fire Chief will not perform an investigation. However they should still be notified of the incident. The operator of the vehicle shall contact the local jurisdictional police agency to obtain a report***\
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Apparatus should be refueled when fuel level drops below HOW MUCH? of the tank.
Apparatus should be refueled when fuel level drops below ¾ of the tank.
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If Department vehicles receive the incorrect type of fuel:
1. Company officers will notify AD immediately.
2. Do not start the vehicle until AD decides how to best handle the situation.
If Department vehicles receive the incorrect type of fuel:
1. Company officers will notify AD immediately.
2. Do not start the vehicle until AD decides how to best handle the situation.
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The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain twelve Battalion Reserve Engines which will be fully equipped in compliance with the existing ready reserve apparatus tools and appliance list. Each battalion will have two fully equipped Reserve Engines stationed and assigned to units within their respective battalions.
The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain twelve Battalion Reserve Engines which will be fully equipped in compliance with the existing ready reserve apparatus tools and appliance list. Each battalion will have two fully equipped Reserve Engines stationed and assigned to units within their respective battalions.
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The fully equipped Battalion Reserve Engine will be utilized when the Emergency Mobilization Plan is activated. Additionally, the equipped Battalion Reserve Engines may be utilized on a short term basis (HOW MANY? hours or less) within their respective battalion as a reserve unit to replace front line apparatus out of service for repair.
The fully equipped Battalion Reserve Engine will be utilized when the Emergency Mobilization Plan is activated. Additionally, the equipped Battalion Reserve Engines may be utilized on a short term basis (96 hours or less) within their respective battalion as a reserve unit to replace front line apparatus out of service for repair.
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Battalion Reserve Apparatus must be inspected during the Sunday inspection report (F&EMSD Form 4) which is completed on the 1st Sunday of every month by the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief.
Battalion Reserve Apparatus must be inspected during the Sunday inspection report (F&EMSD Form 4) which is completed on the 1st Sunday of every month by the on-duty Battalion Fire Chief.
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Company Officers will report the status of the Battalion Reserve Apparatus assigned to their company daily at 0700 hours to the respective Battalion Fire Chief. The Company housing each Battalion Reserve Engine is solely responsible for the readiness and maintenance of that Engine.
Company Officers will report the status of the Battalion Reserve Apparatus assigned to their company daily at 0700 hours to the respective Battalion Fire Chief. The Company housing each Battalion Reserve Engine is solely responsible for the readiness and maintenance of that Engine.
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The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of ten (10) Warehouse Reserve Engines. This reserve apparatus will be stationed at the reserve Warehouse located at 915 Gallatin Street, N.W. Access to this facility will be limited to Lieutenants and above within the Department.
The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of ten (10) Warehouse Reserve Engines. This reserve apparatus will be stationed at the reserve Warehouse located at 915 Gallatin Street, N.W. Access to this facility will be limited to Lieutenants and above within the Department.
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Warehouse Reserve Engines will provide replacement apparatus when an engine company’s regularly assigned vehicle will be out-of-service for an extended period of time (greater than 96 hours). Equipment from the regularly assigned vehicle will be used to equip the Warehouse Reserve Engine.
Warehouse Reserve Engines will provide replacement apparatus when an engine company’s regularly assigned vehicle will be out-of-service for an extended period of time (greater than 96 hours). Equipment from the regularly assigned vehicle will be used to equip the Warehouse Reserve Engine.
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All reserve apparatus must utilize the FD Form 1 along with a journal entry.
All reserve apparatus must utilize the FD Form 1 along with a journal entry.
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The Training Academy will maintain two (2) Reserve Engines and a Reserve Ladder Truck. This apparatus will be maintained, equipped and ready for service by the Deputy Fire Chief – Training Division.
The Training Academy will maintain two (2) Reserve Engines and a Reserve Ladder Truck. This apparatus will be maintained, equipped and ready for service by the Deputy Fire Chief – Training Division.
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This apparatus will be available for use during implementation of the Emergency Mobilization Plan or during special events. The numerical designation for the apparatus maintained at the Training Academy will be Engine 34, Engine 35 and Truck 34.
This apparatus will be available for use during implementation of the Emergency Mobilization Plan or during special events. The numerical designation for the apparatus maintained at the Training Academy will be Engine 34, Engine 35 and Truck 34.
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The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of eight (8) Warehouse Reserve Trucks
The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of eight (8) Warehouse Reserve Trucks
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The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of two (2) Warehouse Reserve Rescue Squads
The Deputy Fire Chief – Apparatus Division has identified and will maintain a minimum of two (2) Warehouse Reserve Rescue Squads
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The Department will maintain a minimum of ten (10) Reserve EMS units. EMS Units will be maintained at the Reserve Warehouse located at 915 Gallatin Street, N.W.
The Department will maintain a minimum of ten (10) Reserve EMS units. EMS Units will be maintained at the Reserve Warehouse located at 915 Gallatin Street, N.W.
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In general, charging of batteries in quarters will be done between 2000 hours and 0700 hours.
In general, charging of batteries in quarters will be done between 2000 hours and 0700 hours.
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All engine companies of the Department will keep 800 feet of 3-inch hose in the left compartment of the wagon. Wet 3-inch hose used on the fireground can be put back on the apparatus after proper cleaning.
All engine companies of the Department will keep 800 feet of 3-inch hose in the left compartment of the wagon. Wet 3-inch hose used on the fireground can be put back on the apparatus after proper cleaning.
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The length of the 1-1/2" hose line pre-connected to the eductor will not exceed 200 feet.
The length of the 1-1/2" hose line pre-connected to the eductor will not exceed 200 feet.
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Hose that has been in service less than one year need not be tested unless it has apparent defects. Such hose should be placed in service on apparatus while remaining hose is being inspected and tested
Hose that has been in service less than one year need not be tested unless it has apparent defects. Such hose should be placed in service on apparatus while remaining hose is being inspected and tested
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Defective hose is no longer being repaired by the Department. Defective hose will be disposed of in accordance with Article XIX, Section 17 of the Order Book.
F&EMSD Form 122 will be used to report the results of hose inventory and annual inspection and test of hose. Form 122 will he prepared in triplicate, one copy to be retained in the company's file.
Defective hose is no longer being repaired by the Department. Defective hose will be disposed of in accordance with Article XIX, Section 17 of the Order Book.
F&EMSD Form 122 will be used to report the results of hose inventory and annual inspection and test of hose. Form 122 will he prepared in triplicate, one copy to be retained in the company's file.
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Ground ladders shall be inspected and cleaned at least once every month and after each use.
Ground ladders shall be inspected and cleaned at least once every month and after each use.
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Ground ladders shall be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated at least once every three months. Generally, paraffin wax shall be the only lubricant used on ground ladders.
Ground ladders shall be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated at least once every three months. Generally, paraffin wax shall be the only lubricant used on ground ladders.
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Mild soap (i.e., dish soap) and water for cleaning is recommended by the manufacturer. Be sure to flush inside the rails and or beams and rungs to clear them of dirt, debris, road salt, etc. It should be noted that the use of harsh soap or chemicals can sometimes turn heat sensor labels dark and is another reason cleaners other than mild soap and water are not recommended.
Mild soap (i.e., dish soap) and water for cleaning is recommended by the manufacturer. Be sure to flush inside the rails and or beams and rungs to clear them of dirt, debris, road salt, etc. It should be noted that the use of harsh soap or chemicals can sometimes turn heat sensor labels dark and is another reason cleaners other than mild soap and water are not recommended.
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All ladders shall have heat sensor labels affixed according to the standard.
The labels are heat sensitive and turn completely black or dark in color if exposed to heat that is greater than 300 degrees F.
All ladders shall have heat sensor labels affixed according to the standard.
The labels are heat sensitive and turn completely black or dark in color if exposed to heat that is greater than 300 degrees F.
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. Company officers in the Operations Division, supervisors and heads of other divisions will ensure that chains are properly repaired, are the correct size and are ready for immediate use no later than WHEN? of each year.
. Company officers in the Operations Division, supervisors and heads of other divisions will ensure that chains are properly repaired, are the correct size and are ready for immediate use no later than July 31st of each year.
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Uniformed Employees – employees who are required to maintain Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification as a condition of their employment.
Uniformed Employees – employees who are required to maintain Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification as a condition of their employment.
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Non-Uniformed Employees – employees who are not required to maintain Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification as a condition of their employment
Non-Uniformed Employees – employees who are not required to maintain Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification as a condition of their employment
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Emergency Nature - Requests for repairs, which are of an emergency nature shall, during normal office hours (0700 to 1630 hours, weekdays), be made to the Facilities Management Office (FMO) by telephone (202-673-2277), and on the F&EMSD Form 17 with a notation that a telephone call has been made.
Emergency Nature - Requests for repairs, which are of an emergency nature shall, during normal office hours (0700 to 1630 hours, weekdays), be made to the Facilities Management Office (FMO) by telephone (202-673-2277), and on the F&EMSD Form 17 with a notation that a telephone call has been made.
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The emergency generators are designed to cycle on for 20 minutes once a week. If members are in quarters during this start up, a journal entry shall be made for documentation.
The emergency generators are designed to cycle on for 20 minutes once a week. If members are in quarters during this start up, a journal entry shall be made for documentation.
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[When the assigned time period for the watch detail has expired, the watch detail will notify his/her relief that it is time for him/her to assume the Watch detail. The member going to get his/her relief will ensure that the house speakers are on so that no alarms are missed. After notification to the oncoming watch detail, the assigned watch detail will return to the Watch Desk and await relief. Relief of the watch detail will take place at the Watch Desk, where the off-going watch detail will relay all pertinent information to the on-coming watch detail, face to face.]
[When the assigned time period for the watch detail has expired, the watch detail will notify his/her relief that it is time for him/her to assume the Watch detail. The member going to get his/her relief will ensure that the house speakers are on so that no alarms are missed. After notification to the oncoming watch detail, the assigned watch detail will return to the Watch Desk and await relief. Relief of the watch detail will take place at the Watch Desk, where the off-going watch detail will relay all pertinent information to the on-coming watch detail, face to face.]
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All members of the department assuming duty on an EMS Unit are considered to be EMS Providers and are covered by this article. The term “member” includes both dual role Firefighter/EMTs/ EMT/Is and Paramedics and single role EMTs, EMT/Is and Paramedics.
All members of the department assuming duty on an EMS Unit are considered to be EMS Providers and are covered by this article. The term “member” includes both dual role Firefighter/EMTs/ EMT/Is and Paramedics and single role EMTs, EMT/Is and Paramedics.
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Any member who has an expired EMT/EMTI/Paramedic/CPR/ACLS card shall not ride or be detailed to any EMS unit, nor serve in an EMT/CPR card holder capacity on any firefighting unit.
. Members shall notify their immediate supervisor 30 days prior to the expiration date on the card.
Any member who has an expired EMT/EMTI/Paramedic/CPR/ACLS card shall not ride or be detailed to any EMS unit, nor serve in an EMT/CPR card holder capacity on any firefighting unit.
. Members shall notify their immediate supervisor 30 days prior to the expiration date on the card.
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7) On the first days of January, April and July and October (JAJO) that their shift is scheduled to work, Company Officers shall check for the physical presence of all EMT/EMTI/Paramedic/CPR/ACLS cards of the members assigned to their command.
7) On the first days of January, April and July and October (JAJO) that their shift is scheduled to work, Company Officers shall check for the physical presence of all EMT/EMTI/Paramedic/CPR/ACLS cards of the members assigned to their command.
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1) All single role EMS providers will be allowed a maximum of three (3) separate call-ins for sick leave within any twelve month period that will not require a physician’s certificate. Sick leave requests in order to cancel overtime, or while working overtime, shall be considered a call in. After a member has used two (2) of his/her call-ins, the member will be notified in writing that he/she is at risk for being placed on sick leave restriction.
1) All single role EMS providers will be allowed a maximum of three (3) separate call-ins for sick leave within any twelve month period that will not require a physician’s certificate. Sick leave requests in order to cancel overtime, or while working overtime, shall be considered a call in. After a member has used two (2) of his/her call-ins, the member will be notified in writing that he/she is at risk for being placed on sick leave restriction.
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4) In accordance with the DPM, sick leave may also be used when an immediate family member is afflicted with a contagious disease; otherwise leave for family illnesses or injuries must be requested as emergency annual leave
4) In accordance with the DPM, sick leave may also be used when an immediate family member is afflicted with a contagious disease; otherwise leave for family illnesses or injuries must be requested as emergency annual leave
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1) EMS providers will report for duty clean, with all personal protective equipment (including PAT, PPE, and “Go-Bag”), and in proper uniform per Article XXI of the Order Book. T-shirts are not permissible as outerwear when serving on an EMS Unit.
1) EMS providers will report for duty clean, with all personal protective equipment (including PAT, PPE, and “Go-Bag”), and in proper uniform per Article XXI of the Order Book. T-shirts are not permissible as outerwear when serving on an EMS Unit.
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Replenish both on-board and portable oxygen cylinders when the cylinder gauge indicator is at or below 500 psi. Replenishment of oxygen should be done preferably during off-peak hours of 0100 – 0900 hours. Oxygen depots are located at Engine Cos. 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 30, 31, & 32.
Replenish both on-board and portable oxygen cylinders when the cylinder gauge indicator is at or below 500 psi. Replenishment of oxygen should be done preferably during off-peak hours of 0100 – 0900 hours. Oxygen depots are located at Engine Cos. 1, 2, 4, 8, 12, 30, 31, & 32.
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iii) When an EMS unit is involved in an accident, the ACIC shall immediately notify the OUC placing the unit out-of-service, and request a Battalion Fire Chief, EMS Battalion Supervisor and the Safety Officer. If the EMS unit involved is transporting a non-critical patient at the time of the accident, the ACIC will also request another EMS unit to transfer the patient for continued transport.
iii) When an EMS unit is involved in an accident, the ACIC shall immediately notify the OUC placing the unit out-of-service, and request a Battalion Fire Chief, EMS Battalion Supervisor and the Safety Officer. If the EMS unit involved is transporting a non-critical patient at the time of the accident, the ACIC will also request another EMS unit to transfer the patient for continued transport.
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2) EMS units dispatched on a “Working Fire Dispatch” will monitor the appropriate tactical (TAC) fire ground channel, locate the EMS unit in a position as to not get blocked in by incoming units, establish a first aid station (near to the rescue squad or as otherwise directed), report their location to the EMS Battalion Supervisor or Incident Commander, and perform all necessary medical and patient care as required.
2) EMS units dispatched on a “Working Fire Dispatch” will monitor the appropriate tactical (TAC) fire ground channel, locate the EMS unit in a position as to not get blocked in by incoming units, establish a first aid station (near to the rescue squad or as otherwise directed), report their location to the EMS Battalion Supervisor or Incident Commander, and perform all necessary medical and patient care as required.
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4) Transports of on-duty Firefighters, Metropolitan Police, United States Park Police, and United States Secret Service officers with minor illness or injuries should be to the Police & Fire Clinic (PFC) during business hours, and to the appropriate Urgent Care Facility during non-business hours
4) Transports of on-duty Firefighters, Metropolitan Police, United States Park Police, and United States Secret Service officers with minor illness or injuries should be to the Police & Fire Clinic (PFC) during business hours, and to the appropriate Urgent Care Facility during non-business hours
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When the Department is placed in the “READY ALERT STATUS”, all units will prepare for immediate response and comply with the following:
1. The watch detail will ring the house bells and announce that the Department is being placed in “READY ALERT STATUS”.
2. All personnel will assemble and be notified of all pertinent information.
3. All practical drills will cease and apparatus made ready for response.
4. All units on the air will return to their stations and will remain in quarters unless they are assigned to an incident.
5. Deny unnecessary/unauthorized access to facilities – restrict access to emergency personnel only – no guests in stations discontinue any approved ride-a-longs as appropriate, etc.
6. Secure all fire stations, restrict access to parking areas, and inspect building and parking areas for suspicious packages or activities.
7. Review Emergency Mobilization Plans and prepare Ready Reserve apparatus for service.
When the Department is placed in the “READY ALERT STATUS”, all units will prepare for immediate response and comply with the following:
1. The watch detail will ring the house bells and announce that the Department is being placed in “READY ALERT STATUS”.
2. All personnel will assemble and be notified of all pertinent information.
3. All practical drills will cease and apparatus made ready for response.
4. All units on the air will return to their stations and will remain in quarters unless they are assigned to an incident.
5. Deny unnecessary/unauthorized access to facilities – restrict access to emergency personnel only – no guests in stations discontinue any approved ride-a-longs as appropriate, etc.
6. Secure all fire stations, restrict access to parking areas, and inspect building and parking areas for suspicious packages or activities.
7. Review Emergency Mobilization Plans and prepare Ready Reserve apparatus for service.
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8. Monitor current news and advisories.
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9. Units, already committed to an incident, will continue with their assignment.
10. Each on-duty platoon commander will verify their unit’s status via watch desk computer (I/Net viewer). If the computer does not have the unit available (AQ), but it is ready for service, status ready-for-service via the I/Mobile.
11. All units at the Training Academy will make their units ready for immediate response, status their I/Mobile ready-for-service, but will remain at the Training Academy until otherwise directed.
12. The Fire Operations Center will be activated at the appropriate level.
13. In cases of a possible imminent terrorist attack, Engine 16 and Tower 3 will be placed on an incident to the White House and Engine 3 and Truck 7 will be placed on an incident to the United States Capitol Building. These units will stage in quarters. If any of these units are not available, OUC will immediately transfer units to fill those assignments. Battalion Fire Chief at the Fire Prevention Division (1100 4th St. NW) to proceed to the MPD - Joint Operation Command Center (JOCC) located at 300 Indiana Avenue, NW. If the BFC-FPD is not available, the next highest ranking officer within the Fire Prevention Division will assume that responsibility as determined by the Incident Commander at the Fire Operations Center.
14. If “READY ALERT STATUS” is declared at shift change, no personnel are to be relieved from duty until approved by the on-duty DFC-Operations Division.
8. Monitor current news and advisories.
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9. Units, already committed to an incident, will continue with their assignment.
10. Each on-duty platoon commander will verify their unit’s status via watch desk computer (I/Net viewer). If the computer does not have the unit available (AQ), but it is ready for service, status ready-for-service via the I/Mobile.
11. All units at the Training Academy will make their units ready for immediate response, status their I/Mobile ready-for-service, but will remain at the Training Academy until otherwise directed.
12. The Fire Operations Center will be activated at the appropriate level.
13. In cases of a possible imminent terrorist attack, Engine 16 and Tower 3 will be placed on an incident to the White House and Engine 3 and Truck 7 will be placed on an incident to the United States Capitol Building. These units will stage in quarters. If any of these units are not available, OUC will immediately transfer units to fill those assignments. Battalion Fire Chief at the Fire Prevention Division (1100 4th St. NW) to proceed to the MPD - Joint Operation Command Center (JOCC) located at 300 Indiana Avenue, NW. If the BFC-FPD is not available, the next highest ranking officer within the Fire Prevention Division will assume that responsibility as determined by the Incident Commander at the Fire Operations Center.
14. If “READY ALERT STATUS” is declared at shift change, no personnel are to be relieved from duty until approved by the on-duty DFC-Operations Division.
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– All personnel reporting for duty during normal operations are expected to maintain a state of readiness at all times and be prepared to be held over for a minimum of 72 hours during unexpected/unplanned significant or catastrophic events.
– All personnel reporting for duty during normal operations are expected to maintain a state of readiness at all times and be prepared to be held over for a minimum of 72 hours during unexpected/unplanned significant or catastrophic events.
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As an alternative recall plan, during normal business hours the Training Academy may be tasked with the recall of all Fire & EMS personnel
As an alternative recall plan, during normal business hours the Training Academy may be tasked with the recall of all Fire & EMS personnel
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When additional Operations Division and Special Operations Division personnel are needed, the implementing senior Fire Department Official will designate which battalion(s) personnel will be recalled and which platoon is being activated. The decision to activate a specific battalion(s) will generally be guided by the location of the emergency and will most likely involve the battalion(s) furthest away from the incident or event that caused the emergency mobilization.
When additional Operations Division and Special Operations Division personnel are needed, the implementing senior Fire Department Official will designate which battalion(s) personnel will be recalled and which platoon is being activated. The decision to activate a specific battalion(s) will generally be guided by the location of the emergency and will most likely involve the battalion(s) furthest away from the incident or event that caused the emergency mobilization.
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• Consideration will be given to the time of the incident. If the recall takes place after 2400 hours, then the oncoming platoon may be recalled.
• Consideration will be given to the time of the incident. If the recall takes place after 2400 hours, then the oncoming platoon may be recalled.
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• Under the Emergency Mobilization Plan, no member will report for duty, other than at normal duty hours, unless directed by telephone/text message or commercial radio or TV announcement.
• Under the Emergency Mobilization Plan, no member will report for duty, other than at normal duty hours, unless directed by telephone/text message or commercial radio or TV announcement.
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Off-duty members reporting on emergency mobilizations will cause their names, FEMS Department ID number and reporting and relief times to be entered in the company journal. This information will be compiled on the F&EMSD Form 167.
Company Officers and Division Heads, other than Operations, will submit the F&EMSD Form 167, Emergency Duty Report, whenever employees under their supervision report prior to, or remain on duty, beyond their regularly scheduled duty hours, due to the Department operating under emergency conditions.
Off-duty members reporting on emergency mobilizations will cause their names, FEMS Department ID number and reporting and relief times to be entered in the company journal. This information will be compiled on the F&EMSD Form 167.
Company Officers and Division Heads, other than Operations, will submit the F&EMSD Form 167, Emergency Duty Report, whenever employees under their supervision report prior to, or remain on duty, beyond their regularly scheduled duty hours, due to the Department operating under emergency conditions.
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If a member is unable to reach their assigned station due to the emergency situation, the member may report to the closest fire station. The member will notify their normally assigned station of their location and reason for not reporting.
If a member is unable to reach their assigned station due to the emergency situation, the member may report to the closest fire station. The member will notify their normally assigned station of their location and reason for not reporting.
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If at the time of the change of platoons, the Department is operating under any portion of the Emergency Mobilization Plan, no member of the Department will be relieved from duty without approval of the Fire/EMS Chief or his/her designee.
If at the time of the change of platoons, the Department is operating under any portion of the Emergency Mobilization Plan, no member of the Department will be relieved from duty without approval of the Fire/EMS Chief or his/her designee.
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Responsible officers will ensure each two-person team on apparatus or an EMS unit is provided a portable radio (including reserve units). Radio identification and assignment will be recorded and passed on to the OUC for unit identification in the event of an emergency activation.
Responsible officers will ensure each two-person team on apparatus or an EMS unit is provided a portable radio (including reserve units). Radio identification and assignment will be recorded and passed on to the OUC for unit identification in the event of an emergency activation.
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a. Strike Teams - Five of the same type units will be operating from the same quarters, location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area. Generally, EMS units will be grouped into strike teams, led by an EMS Supervisor or designee.
b. Truck Task Force - One Truck Company and one or two engine companies, as specified. All will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
c. Engine Task Force - Two engine companies. Both will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
d. Collapse Group - All will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
a. Strike Teams - Five of the same type units will be operating from the same quarters, location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area. Generally, EMS units will be grouped into strike teams, led by an EMS Supervisor or designee.
b. Truck Task Force - One Truck Company and one or two engine companies, as specified. All will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
c. Engine Task Force - Two engine companies. Both will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
d. Collapse Group - All will be operating from the same quarters or location, or responding from separate quarters or locations and directed to a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
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When companies are responding from different locations, the companies dispatched will be directed to meet at a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
When companies are responding from different locations, the companies dispatched will be directed to meet at a staging area outside of the danger zone before continuing into the hazardous area.
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Anytime any portion of the Emergency Mobilization is activated, all companies still in quarters and all EMS units in quarters will make available one radio from each two-person team. Engine Companies will operate with two portable radios, Truck Companies will operate with three portable radios, Ambulances and Medic Units will operate with one portable radio. Rescue Squads and the Hazardous Materials Unit will maintain their full complement of portable radios (one per member). These radios will be collected at the Battalion Headquarters and will be utilized by additional units (Reserve units) that will be placed in service or mutual aid units. The transfer of spare radios to the Battalion Headquarters will be arranged and all transfers or distributions will be documented in Company journals.
Anytime any portion of the Emergency Mobilization is activated, all companies still in quarters and all EMS units in quarters will make available one radio from each two-person team. Engine Companies will operate with two portable radios, Truck Companies will operate with three portable radios, Ambulances and Medic Units will operate with one portable radio. Rescue Squads and the Hazardous Materials Unit will maintain their full complement of portable radios (one per member). These radios will be collected at the Battalion Headquarters and will be utilized by additional units (Reserve units) that will be placed in service or mutual aid units. The transfer of spare radios to the Battalion Headquarters will be arranged and all transfers or distributions will be documented in Company journals.
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Section 22. Overtime Compensation under the “Emergency Mobilization Plan”:
Compensation for service during Emergency Mobilization is designated as a “Special Event”. All overtime work (extension of regular tours of duty, work on days-off and work performed during a designated off-platoon period) in connection with such “Special Events” will be compensated for according to existing law.
Section 22. Overtime Compensation under the “Emergency Mobilization Plan”:
Compensation for service during Emergency Mobilization is designated as a “Special Event”. All overtime work (extension of regular tours of duty, work on days-off and work performed during a designated off-platoon period) in connection with such “Special Events” will be compensated for according to existing law.
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The Medical Director will serve as the Chief Medical Officer and will be stationed at the Fire Operations Center.
The Medical Director will serve as the Chief Medical Officer and will be stationed at the Fire Operations Center.
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The lug nut indicators are also heat sensitive. If there is a binding brake or seized bearing, the heat is transferred through the stud to the wheel nut. If this temperature exceeds HOW MANY DEGREES? degrees F, the indicator will start to blister and will eventually become distorted.
The lug nut indicators are also heat sensitive. If there is a binding brake or seized bearing, the heat is transferred through the stud to the wheel nut. If this temperature exceeds 248 degrees F, the indicator will start to blister and will eventually become distorted.
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9. Pump - Grease Fittings
Grease fittings to pump bearings, transfer valves, etc., will be lubricated once each week.
9. Pump - Grease Fittings
Grease fittings to pump bearings, transfer valves, etc., will be lubricated once each week.
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The Form 44 Medical shall be considered as the official documentation of an illness/injury; a journal entry is made simply to document an incident has occurred. Company Officers and the employee concerned shall be held responsible for this procedure.
Uniformed All-Hazards personnel reporting to the PFC for the initial visit after an injury or illness should fill out a Form 44 Medical by hand. This will serve as a record of the injury or illness, but does not relieve the Company Officers/Immediate Supervisors of the responsibility to submit a typed and certified Form 44.4 Safety within HOW MANY DAYS? of notification of the illness or injury (if the employee is requesting POD for the absence).
The Form 44 Medical shall be considered as the official documentation of an illness/injury; a journal entry is made simply to document an incident has occurred. Company Officers and the employee concerned shall be held responsible for this procedure.
Uniformed All-Hazards personnel reporting to the PFC for the initial visit after an injury or illness should fill out a Form 44 Medical by hand. This will serve as a record of the injury or illness, but does not relieve the Company Officers/Immediate Supervisors of the responsibility to submit a typed and certified Form 44.4 Safety within 10 days of notification of the illness or injury (if the employee is requesting POD for the absence).
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No Uniformed All-Hazards employee of the Department will be granted Administrative Leave – Sick (POD) for an illness/injury if that employee does not obtain immediate medical treatment from a PFC physician during the hours the PFC is open or by reporting to the appropriate Urgent/Critical Care Facility when the PFC is closed.
No Uniformed All-Hazards employee of the Department will be granted Administrative Leave – Sick (POD) for an illness/injury if that employee does not obtain immediate medical treatment from a PFC physician during the hours the PFC is open or by reporting to the appropriate Urgent/Critical Care Facility when the PFC is closed.
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2. Process for retirement of any Uniformed Operational All-Hazards employee who spends 64/192 (Operations Division/Administrative Divisions) cumulative workdays in a less than full duty status over any 24-month period as a result of any one POD or non-POD injury/illness, including complications related to the injury/illness.
2. Process for retirement of any Uniformed Operational All-Hazards employee who spends 64/192 (Operations Division/Administrative Divisions) cumulative workdays in a less than full duty status over any 24-month period as a result of any one POD or non-POD injury/illness, including complications related to the injury/illness.
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G. If the MSO fails to make a ruling within thirty (30) days, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the member’s injury or illness was sustained in the performance of duty. Until the presumption is rebutted by a finding by the MSO that the injury or illness was not sustained in the performance of duty, the Department shall be responsible for all treatment costs and disability compensation pay.
G. If the MSO fails to make a ruling within thirty (30) days, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the member’s injury or illness was sustained in the performance of duty. Until the presumption is rebutted by a finding by the MSO that the injury or illness was not sustained in the performance of duty, the Department shall be responsible for all treatment costs and disability compensation pay.
