R & R's - Article VIII Flashcards
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What are the two systems used to accomplish needed Hire Back?
Voluntary and Force Backs
These systems are utilized before the start of any shift.
What is the Voluntary Hire Back System?
Personnel can access Volunteer HB list until 1300 hours, off-duty personnel may volunteer by contacting their Company Officer by 1300
Shift prior to HB or hold over has first preference for filling vacancies.
What criteria are used to select volunteers after the preference shift?
- Hours
- Certification
- Qualification
What happens if a vacancy exists after 1300 hours?
On-duty D/C will print Voluntary Hire Back List and contact personnel needed for the next day.
What is the order of filling positions during a shortage?
- Volunteer HB List
- PA Announcement
- Automated Notification System
- Force Back
True or False: Employees can keep any witness fees received for court appearances related to City cases.
False
All fees must be turned over to the Finance Director.
What services are included in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
- Confidential Counseling
- Legal Connect
- Financial Connect
- Family Source
- Guidance Resource
Who is eligible for EAP services?
All city employees and members of their household
All services are free and confidential.
What is the contact procedure for the Employee Assistance Program?
Contact ComPsych at 10866-899-1134 (24hr/day – 7days/week).
What is the purpose of Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD)?
To support individuals in alleviating incident-related stress.
List types of incidents that are potential for CISD.
- Severe injury/death of fellow worker or family member
- Death of a child
- Multiple casualties
- Prolonged rescue involving loss of victim
- Dismembered casualty victims
What is the responsibility of the Fire Chief in the event of serious death/injury?
- Assign Special Investigation Team
- Notify immediate family and assist with needs
- Assign family liaison for funeral services
- Serve as official department spokesperson
What items are included in the responsibility of A-1 after an incident?
- Make outside agency notifications
- Serve as liaison between family and agencies
- Secure death certificate
- Confirm payment of unused leave
What is the protocol for funeral arrangements after the death of a firefighter?
- Notify D/C
- Ascertain family preferences for uniform escort
- Family selects 6 pallbearers
- Uniformed detail consists of entire off shift
What is the State of Illinois Death Benefit related to line of duty deaths?
Administered by the Office of Attorney General, benefits can be claimed if death occurs up to 1 year later.
What benefits does the Public Safety Officer’s Benefit Act provide?
- $311,810 (as of October 1, 2009)
- Not subject to Federal Income Tax
- Distribution varies based on family situation
Fill in the blank: The critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) aims to support individuals to alleviate any incident-related _______.
[stress]
What steps should be taken if a serious incident occurs?
- Isolate scene
- Ensure security
- Assign Fire Prevention investigator
- Document evidence
