R & R's - Article X

Question 1

What are the essential functions of a Fire Chief?

Answer 1

May act as IC, PIO, Inter-department Liaison; Must perform essential job functions of the Firefighter/EMT

IC stands for Incident Commander, PIO stands for Public Information Officer.

Question 2

Who does the Fire Chief work under the supervision of?

Answer 2

Mayor & Board of Fire & Police Commissioners

Question 3

What is the minimum education requirement for a Fire Chief?

Answer 3

Master Degree

Question 4

How many years of experience are required for a Fire Chief in supervisory capacities?

Answer 4

10 years, including 3 years of administrative experience

Question 5

What are the necessary special requirements for a Fire Chief?

Answer 5

• Possession of valid IL driver license
• FF III
• Fire Officer I
• Fire Officer II

Question 6

What is the residency requirement for a Fire Chief?

Answer 6

Must live in the City of Rockford corporate limits

Question 7

What role does the Division Chief of Administration serve?

Answer 7

Functions as Department’s Privacy Officer

Question 8

What must the Division Chief of Administration oversee compliance with?

Answer 8

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act)

Question 9

What is the minimum educational requirement for the Division Chief of Administration?

Answer 9

Associate Degree in Fire Science, Accounting (Bachelor Degree preferred)

Question 10

What experience is needed for the Division Chief of Administration?

Answer 10

• 10 years in fire service
• 5 years in Accounting/Fiscal Administration
• 1 year of supervisory experience

Question 11

What essential functions does the Division Chief of Operations perform?

Answer 11

• Coordinates emergency operations with District Chiefs
• Develops/updating SOPs
• Directs emergency operations during disasters
• Prepares departmental reports

Question 12

What is the minimum education requirement for the Division Chief of Operations?

Answer 12

Associate Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, or Business Administration (Bachelor Degree preferred)

Question 13

What special requirements must the Division Chief of Operations meet?

Answer 13

• Possession of valid Illinois Driver License
• Fire Officer II
• Instructor II
• Hazardous Material Specialist

Question 14

What are some essential functions of a District Chief?

Answer 14

• Develops IAPs
• Conducts semi-annual meetings
• Supervises dive team members
• Maintains Disaster Operations Kit

Question 15

What is a necessary special requirement for a District Chief?

Answer 15

Possession of Illinois Driver License

Question 16

What are the essential functions of an Acting District Chief?

Answer 16

• Fill out Absent from Duty Form
• Inform personnel of Acting D/C
• Process incident reports ASAP

Question 17

What is a primary duty of a Captain?

Answer 17

Supervise first line operations and ensure physical effort in tasks

Question 18

What are the educational requirements for a Captain?

Answer 18

• High School / GED
• Course in Fire Science or equivalent to 1 year of college

Question 19

What is the minimum experience required for an Acting Captain?

Answer 19

1 year served as a Lieutenant with City of Rockford Fire Department

Question 20

What are essential functions of a Firefighter?

Answer 20

• Conduct fire prevention and safety inspections
• Maintain equipment for Fire Suppression and Rescue activities
• Continuing education through drills and training

Question 21

What is a distinguishing feature of a Firefighter?

Answer 21

Responsible for leaving apparatus to perform tasks like laying hose and searching for victims

Question 22

What is required for a Firefighter/Paramedic to be recognized as a Paramedic?

Answer 22

Must meet all IDPH criteria and obligations

Question 23

What are some necessary special requirements for a Firefighter?

Answer 23

• Class B Non-CDL
• FF II, eventually FF III
• Licensed EMT-Basic (Illinois)

Question 24

What is the role of a Fire Inspector?

Answer 24

• Testify before Code Hearing Officer
• Work with Building Department on reviews
• Issue permits for burns and displays

Question 25

What is an essential function of an Arson Investigator?

Answer 25

Perform origin and cause investigations for undetermined fires

Question 26

What knowledge must an Arson Investigator possess?

Answer 26

* Computer programs/diagraming scenes * Basic investigative skills

Question 27

What is the education requirement for a Fire Inspector?

Answer 27

Fire Inspector I and 5 years’ experience as a Firefighter

Question 28

True or False: A Division Chief of Fire Prevention must have experience in fire investigation.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The Division Chief of Fire Prevention oversees direct recruitment efforts and entry level testing for the rank of _______.

Answer 29

firefighter

Question 30

What is the primary responsibility of an Arson Investigator?

Answer 30

Responsible for investigation up to and leading to arrest and conviction of the responsible party ## Footnote This includes gathering evidence and working with law enforcement.

Question 31

What must an Arson Investigator be familiar with?

Answer 31

Their assigned fire arm and qualify at the range twice a year

Question 32

What are some essential functions of an Arson Investigator?

Answer 32

* Attain training and skills for designation as a 'Peace Officer' * Keep States Attorney’s Office informed on progress of arson investigations * Reports directly to I-1

Question 33

What knowledge is required for the successful factors of an Arson Investigator?

Answer 33

* Computer programs/diagraming scenes * Basic chemistry, burn patterns, char patterns * Interviewing skills

Question 34

What is the minimum education requirement for an Arson Investigator?

Answer 34

Fire Inspector II

Question 35

What is the required experience for an Arson Investigator?

Answer 35

(5) years’ experience as a Firefighter and (3) years’ experience as a Fire Investigator, or any equivalent combination of training and experience

Question 36

What are the necessary special requirements for an Arson Investigator?

Answer 36

* Class B Non-CDL Driver License * FF III * Fire Investigator III * Completion of Illinois Police Training Institute Arson Investigator Training * Any requirement set forth in city/state laws, ordinances and codes

Question 37

What are the essential functions of the Division Chief of Training?

Answer 37

* Reviews and approves/denies requests for incident and ambulance reports * Directs, supervises and evaluates department physical fitness and wellness program * Prepares monthly, quarterly, yearly reports regarding departmental, regional issues * Monitors F.D training and educational records, state financial reimbursement requirements * May act as Medical Officer at mass casualty incident

Question 38

Who does the Division Chief of Training supervise?

Answer 38

* Fire Training Coordinator (Support Position) * EMS Training Coordinator (Support Position) * Tuition Reimbursement program for RFD

Question 39

What knowledge is important for the Division Chief of Training?

Answer 39

Knowledge of Resource Hospital policies, procedures, requirements regarding education and certification programs

Question 40

What is the minimum education requirement for the Division Chief of Training?

Answer 40

Associate Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business (Bachelor Degree preferred)

Question 41

What is the required experience for the Division Chief of Training?

Answer 41

(10) years’ experience as Firefighter/Paramedic and (3) years’ as a Supervisor

Question 42

What are the necessary special requirements for the Division Chief of Training?

Answer 42

* FF III * Fire Officer I * Instructor II * Valid Class B, Non-CDL Driver License

Question 43

What distinguishes the Fire Training Coordinator role?

Answer 43

Fire training delivered through Fire Station #6 and may serve as an Instructor

Question 44

What are the essential functions of a Fire Training Coordinator?

Answer 44

* Supervises training activities of Fire Training Company * Directs recruit Firefighter basic training * Responsible for yearly & monthly training schedules; all three training classrooms * Assumes duties of Safety Officer when required

Question 45

What is the minimum education requirement for a Fire Training Coordinator?

Answer 45

Associate Degree in Fire Science

Question 46

What is the required experience for a Fire Training Coordinator?

Answer 46

(5) years’ experience, including comprehensive curriculum development and (2) years’ line supervisor at Level of Lieutenant or above

Question 47

What are the necessary special requirements for a Fire Training Coordinator?

Answer 47

* Instructor II * EMT-Basic * Valid Class B Non-CDL Driver License

Question 48

What are the essential functions of the EMS Training Coordinator?

Answer 48

* Knowledge of infectious control policy and procedures * Coordinates and directs CPR program for entire department * Instructs EMT-Basic classes * May assume role of Medical Sector Officer in mass-casualty situation

Question 49

What are the specific training programs coordinated by the EMS Training Coordinator?

Answer 49

* First Responder * EMT-Basic * EMT-Paramedic

Question 50

What is the minimum education requirement for the EMS Training Coordinator?

Answer 50

Completion of core curriculum requirements for Associate Degree in Fire Science

Question 51

What is the required experience for the EMS Training Coordinator?

Answer 51

(5) Years’ experience, including ability to do comprehensive curriculum development related to EMS

Question 52

What are the necessary special requirements for the EMS Training Coordinator?

Answer 52

* FF III * Instructor II * CPR Instructor * EMT-P lead instructor w/IDPH within (6) months after appointment * Class B Non-CDL Driver License