Volume 2 Flashcards
(289 cards)
1
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Upon approval, Administrative detail(s) shall be telephoned, (through channels) to assignment of member.
Upon receipt of such telephone call, the member’s immediate supervisor shall notify the ________ Office direct by TELEPHONE that notice had been received.
A
Bureau Commander’s
2
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A _______ is defined as any dispute concerning the interpretation or application of a written MEMORANDUM of UNDERSTANDING or of departmental RULES AND REGULATIONS governing personnel practices or working conditions.
A
Grievance
3
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Any member assigned to a vacancy as a result of a requested transfer shall normally remain in that assignment for a minimum of _______ months before a subsequent request will be considered.
A
8
4
Q
Primary Vacancies:
Transfer selections will be made no sooner than ____ days after the vacancy is published.
A
10
5
Q
All transfers of personnel shall be made effective when?
A
as of 0800 hours on that Sunday that COMMENCES a PAY PERIOD.
6
Q
Members planning to apply for service pension should contact Personnel Services Section approximately ___ days in advance of their intended retirement date to request a copy of the service pension application procedure.
A
30
7
Q
Voluntary resignation:
A member you supervise notifies you that they want to voluntarily resign. You shall direct the member to forward what form and to whom?
A
Red Letterhead F-225 to the Fire Chief
8
Q
On the member’s last day on duty, the supervisor will take steps to obtain all Department issued equipment.
The ID CARD, BADGE, INSIGNIA, TIME KEEPING and OTHER RECORDS are to be forwarded directly to ______ and _______.
A
Personnel Services and Administrative Services Bureau.
9
Q
On the member’s last day on duty, the supervisor should obtain the members signature on what form? Where does this form get forwarded to?
A
-F-161, “Authorization for Delivery of Unpaid Salary Checks,” (The notice can be obtained by contacting Personnel Services Section)
-Forwarded to Accounting Services Section.
As an alternative, the member can sign that form at Personnel Services Section.
10
Q
Prior to a resigning members last day, their supervisor should direct them to call or visit _____ and _______
A
-Personnel Services section
-Accounting Services Section
11
Q
The ________ is authorized to withhold the paychecks of separating members who do not fully comply with the separation procedure.
A
City Controller
12
Q
With the exception of _____, probationary firefighters are to be given job assignments by their station commander falling within the classification of a firefighter’s duties
A
acting positions
13
Q
All members hired after July 1, 19___, shall remain non-smokers throughout their employment as a member of the Fire Department. (No tobacco)
A
1987
14
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When requesting a name change, members must submit an F-8 Roster change and a copy of their SOCIAL SECURITY CARD bearing their new name.
The F-8 shall be submitted through channels, while the copy of the SOCIAL SECURITY card shall be submitted directly to _________.
A
the Personnel Services Section.
15
Q
Employment verifications shall not be completed by station commanders or supervisors of employees.
Station commanders and supervisors shall forward all employment verification to _________.
A
the Personnel Services Section.
16
Q
Members who have lost their paycheck shall notify _______ by phone ASAP.
In addition to phone report, forward letterhead report to said office.
A
Accounting Services Section
17
Q
When a supervisor is formally notified of possible off-duty misconduct by a department member, the supervisor shall notify the __________ direct, either by telephone or _________.
A
-Professional Standards Division
-Completing the online Complaint Form (located on LAFD.org and the LAFD Intranet)
18
Q
Any member arrested or named in a crime report shall immediately notify ________.
They shall then forward written notification directly to the Commander, Professional Standards Division. What kind of written notification is sufficient?
A
their on-duty supervisor.
F-223 Red Letterhead or Email
19
Q
What notifications shall be made by the commanding officer once notified by a confirmed pregnant member?
A
-Medical Liaison,direct
-Bureau Commander, through channels
20
Q
Once a pregnant member notifies their commanding officer of pregnancy, what other notifications is she responsible for?
A
F-225 thru channels to the Fire Chief
(Attach physician diagnosis)
(1 copy)
21
Q
Any member who joins the military reserve forces shall submit a letterhead report in duplicate through channels to the member’s ________ to be forwarded to the Personnel Services Section within _____ days.
A
BUREAU COMMANDER
30 days
22
Q
Any jury attendance fees received by the employee, except for those fees received for jury service performed on a regular DAY OFF, shall be paid to the City and deposited in the General Fund. Documents pertaining to the members attendance record shall be sent to the ________.
A
Payroll Unit
23
Q
Members shall receive ordinance overtime (time and one half) for off-duty subpoena appearances when they are duty connected, or the City or Department is a party in the lawsuit.
An F-____ is required for this type of overtime. Record the member’s name, date, times, and case number, in the station journal.
A
F-23
24
Q
Should a member be served with a civil subpoena, such member will demand the usual fees (unless previously paid or deposited) and promptly forward a copy of the subpoena and the fees to the ________.
A
Arson Section.
25
The Arson Section normally accepts subpoenas for all Departmental members.
However, if a member is served directly, the subpoena must be honored and the member shall forward a copy of the subpoena to _________.
Arson Section
26
When on-call for jury duty:
After receiving notification, member must be able to appear in court within _____ hour(s).
Unless notified that "on-call" status has been extended, "on-call" status for MORNING appearance shall terminate at ____ hours and AFTERNOON "on-call" status shall terminate at ____ hours.
-1 Hour
-1100 hrs morning
-1600 hrs afternoon
27
When an alleged violation results in confiscation of a member's driver license a F-225 shall be forwarded to the _______ within _____ calendar days of the violation.
Additionally, a separate F-225, through channels, shall be forwarded to ________.
-Operations Office within 7 days
- In-Service Training Section
28
Probationary Firefighters shall obtain a DMV learner’s PERMIT during the ____ months following their probationary period.
They shall obtain a Class B license prior to their advancement to ________.
-6 months
-Firefighter III
29
If a member is restricted from driving Department apparatus, it shall be noted in RED ink in the _______, Page 6, Form F____.
-Personal Record Book
- F-731
If this restriction is rescinded at a later date, member's supervisor shall draw a line through the entry and place their initials and date next to the deleted entry.
30
Delinquent Mess Payments-
Unless a prior agreement has been reached, the Station Commander should be notified of any member that has failed to make a payment for ____ or more shifts.
5
31
Scheduled overtime duty (SOD) is reimbursed in either cash or time off.
Emergency overtime duty (EOD) is compensated how?
By cash payment only
32
Members who have been scheduled to work overtime on a voluntary basis may cancel such overtime by notifying their station commander a minimum of _____ CALENDAR DAYS prior to the scheduled overtime date.
5
33
The number of days off in lieu of holidays that an employee is entitled to is referenced where?
The Memorandum of Understanding
34
Members REGARDLESS OF RANK can exchange holidays within the same ____ month period, providing that the requesting member takes the holiday OFF.
2 Month
35
Members of each Battalion shall be assigned to one of the lettered Holiday codes identified ___ through ___.
A through U
(21 letters)
36
Who is authorized to make changes in the holiday code schedule for members?
Battalion Commanders
37
Members may be permitted to work their assigned days in lieu of holidays in accordance with provisions of the ________.
Unless otherwise indicated, members will be assumed to be taking their coded holiday OFF.
Los Angeles Administrative Code
38
Members have the first option to work their own holiday.
Hiring is done ____ days in advance and requiring guarantor for less than ____ day cancellation shall apply for members working their own holiday.
9
5
39
Platoon duty uniformed members may float one day (12 hours) of holiday time per year. By what date shall the floating holiday be scheduled to be worked or taken off?
Sept 1
(2022 Update: We now get two 12 hour holidays)
40
A FLOATING holiday cannot be utilized on what days?
1. Christmas Eve
2. Christmas
3. NYE
4. New Years
5. Easter
6. Labor Day
7. Thanksgiving
Can be used on:
1. Independence day
2. Halloween
3. Memorial day
41
If a member is working a "Scheduled Holiday" and goes off duty NIOD or for Illness in the Family at any time during the 24-hour shift, such time shall be charged against the members _______ for the ENTIRE 24-hour period
Scheduled Holiday
(member is on holiday and is not charged for NIOD or Illness in the Family for the balance of the shift)
42
Compensation for Unused Holidays:
The member must forward an F-225 request through channels to the _________ requesting cash compensation for any unused holidays because of ______ leave in the previous calendar year.
-Administrative Operations Commander
-IOD
(After approval by AOPs, f-225 goes to Accounting Services for processing.)
43
Athletic activities that have been approved by the Department are?
handball and racquetball.
Department Physical Fitness Program
44
For an employee to file a claim for reimbursement of lost or damaged personal property:
Within ____ days forward a FG-_____ in triplicate, and a F-225 thru channels to your BUREAU COMMANDER.
5 days
FG-130
45
Periodic Rating of Members:
For recognition of exceptional performance, use Form Gen.____, NOTICE of COMMENDATION
FG-79
46
Periodic Rating of Members:
To correct a deficiency use Form ______, Personnel Notice
F-1104
Interim performance evaluation forms may be used in place of F-1104's to more clearly identify deficiencies and methods for correction and/or improvement.
47
Annual Rating Uniform Personnel:
By far, the most common error in evaluating employees is _________.
Leniency
48
Annual Rating Uniform Personnel:
A rating of "Improvement Needed" is given to the employee whose performance _________________.
SOMETIMES fails to meet the standards required for the position
49
Annual Rating Uniform Personnel:
To receive a rating of "Excellent", an employee's performance must be ____________________.
CLEARLY ABOVE the standards of performance required for the position.
50
Annual Rating Uniform Personnel:
To receive a rating of "Outstanding", an employee's performance must be _________________.
Definitely SUPERIOR and well above the standards for the position.
51
Annual Rating Uniform Personnel:
A rating of "Unsatisfactory" is given to the employee whose performance ___________________.
CONSISTENTLY FAILS to meet the standards required for the position.
52
Annual Rating of Uniform Personnel:
If an employee does not concur with the evaluation, the employee shall do what?
Make a statement on the back of the form giving reasons for not concurring.
May submit an F-225 in place of commenting on the back of the form
53
What form numbers are utilized in the performance evaluation procedures?
Ie:
-Members performance (Below rank of Capt)
-Officer’s Performance
-Probationary Firefighter Performance
F-1122 Member's Performance - Below the rank of Captain
F-1132 Officer's Performance
F-1142 Probationary Firefighter
54
Annual Performance Evaluation Reports:
The rater shall forward the report to the immediate superior_____ days PRIOR to member's anniversary date in present RANK or GRADE.
45
55
An ANNUAL Performance Evaluation Report is NOT required for an employee who has been evaluated for ANY REASON within ___ months of an ANNIVERSARY date.
Exception: When personnel are due for ______ or _______, a Performance Evaluation SHALL BE completed and forwarded.
6 months
longevity or 6th step
56
Promotional Probationary Reports for members Captain and below shall be forwarded AT THE CLOSE of the ___ month and ____ month of the probationary period.
Promotional Probation Evaluations are NOT required to be evaluated a THIRD time during a 12-month period
2nd and 5th month
Their Annual Evaluation may be omitted in this specific instance. The date entered in the member's personal record book, shall be the DATE the rater first FORWARDED THE REPORT
57
If a members TRANSFER will be effective WITHIN the ____ day period PRIOR to the member's ANNIVERSARY date, the transfer evaluation will substitute for the annual evaluation
90 day
58
If a supervisor or member is TRANSFERRING within the ____ months FOLLOWING an ANNUAL EVALUATION, no transfer evaluation is required.
-9
-However, an interim evaluation may be given when appropriate.
59
When are performance evaluations required?
Include criteria for probationary firefighters.
-Annually for all members below Chief
-Transfer of a member
-Probationary firefighters every 30 days.
-Promotional Probationary Reports at 2nd and 5th month
-Longevity Bonus
-6th Step Bonus
60
A F-1142 (Probationary Report) shall be forwarded every _____ days for Probationary firefighters, providing the rated member has been under the direct supervision of a commanding officer for ____ shifts or more.
-30 days
-8 shifts
61
Unsatisfactory Performance Probationary FF/Promotion Position:
Paperwork shall be forwarded to the ________ at any time the employee's services become UNSATISFACTORY.
An F-225 report, along with all F-1122, 1132 or 1142's, shall be forwarded immediately, through channels, to the _______ when a probationary FF is recommended for TERMINATION or the newly promoted member is NOT recommended for the position.
-Bureau Commander
-Fire Chief
(Only 1 copy)
62
Recommendation for longevity pay in the class of Firefighter or Firefighter/Paramedic (F-1122) shall be forwarded _____ days before completion of the 10th, 15th, and 20th year of service.
If the member is not recommended or longevity pay, an F-225 shall be forwarded to _______.
-45 days
-the Fire Chief thru channels
63
Recommendation for 6th step salary rate (F-1122 or F1132) for members below the rank of Chief Officer shall be forwarded ____ days prior to the member's eligibility.
If member is NOT RECOMMENDED for 6th step salary rate, an F-225 report shall be forwarded to _______ explaining reason.
-45 days
-The Fire Chief
64
Except for extended leaves in 3/3-01.69 no request for time off which would permit a member to be absent from duty for a period exceeding ____ days, including vacation, will be granted.
65 days
65
Hours accrued due to transfers are defined as ________.
Administrative Overtime Duty (AOD)
66
AOD overtime SHALL NOT be converted to cash.
AOD is taken in amounts of ___ hours or more for special duty personnel and ___ hours or more for platoon duty personnel
4 hours special duty
6 hours platoon duty
Exception: Odd hours over and above that divisible by 4 or 6 may be taken in those amounts
67
AOD time requested on F-361 by a company member (non officers) may be GRANTED by the _______ with APPROVAL of the ________.
Granted by Station Commander
Approved by Battalion Commander
-Officers need approval of BC to use AOD
68
No member will be permitted to be off duty on accumulated AOD time on any major holiday.
Major holidays include:
1. NYE
2. New years day
3. Easter
4. Independence day
5. Labor Day
6. Thanksgiving
7. Xmas eve
8. Xmas
May use AOD time on:
1. Memorial day
2. Halloween
69
The maximum amount of banked time (SOD and AOD) that a member is allowed to accrue at the end of any pay period is _____ hours (outdated, new is?). Accumulation of time in excess of these amounts shall require approval of the FIRE CHIEF.
216 hours (old)
432 hrs (new, letter from the Fire Chief)
70
Who’s responsibility is it to determine that all accumulated overtime hours are correctly entered on individual Time Record (F-351) and that such accumulated overtime is taken within the fiscal year it was worked or converted to cash?
Each members responsibility
71
Time off for overtime worked shall be taken in one day increments.
For Special Duty assignments, one day will be _____ hours, depending on work schedule.
For Platoon Duty assignments, one day is ____ hours.
8, 9 or 10 hours special duty
12 hours platoon duty
Exception: Odd hours less than one-day increments may be taken in those amounts.
72
A member may apply to the Battalion Commander for approval to take "Accrued Overtime" in HALF-DAY segments or, for the purpose of attending courses in HIGHER EDUCATION , a member may request this time in ____ hour increments.
4 hour
(Each member may be permitted a maximum of SIX such leave periods per calendar month.)
73
Extended leaves shall mean:
-Military leave - long term (more than ____ days)
-Civil service leave (in excess of ___ days)
-Disciplinary leave (in excess of ___ days)
-Family Leave
Military 30 days
Civil Service 15 days
Disciplinary 15 days
74
Extended Leaves:
If a member is being terminated or going on extended leave, the Commanding Officer’s responsibility is to fill in the member's Personal Record Book by utilizing the information contained on the F-______ which originates from the Personnel Services Section.
F-1106 "Change of Status"
75
IOD:
Members shall not receive full salary compensation for a period longer than ________.
One year
76
Up to a maximum of _____ days sick leave in any calendar year shall be allowed for illness in the member's immediate family.
12 days
Upon return to duty, forward an F-49. Proof of need for time off may be required by the Fire Chief.
77
NIOD:
The total accumulated allowance of sick leave carried over from any previous year or years to the next shall not exceed:
____ work days - 100%
____ work days - 75%
____ work days - 50%
136
105
105
78
NIOD sick leave is accumulated:
100% - ___ days per calendar year
75% - ___ days per calendar year
50% - ___ days per calendar year
-12 days
-5 days
-5 days
79
Where do you find the stated amount of allowable leave for bereavement?
Upon RTD from bereavement, what paperwork is required?
MOU
F-49
80
How many hours do department members get to go vote if they will be on duty and don’t have sufficient time to vote outside of work?
How much advance notice must be given to member’s Commanding Officer?
2 hours
2 shifts notice
81
family leave will be approved for a maximum of ____ months during a 12 month period, regardless of the number of incidents.
4
82
Family leave will be granted for what purposes?
-childbirth
-adoption or foster care of a child
-serious health condition of an immediate family member
-serious health condition of the employee that renders the employee unable to perform the functions of their position
83
Where a request for family leave requires a physician certification form, where do you attain this form?
from the Personnel Services Section. (Old info… can be found on portal)
84
If the supervisor of a pregnant employee assigned to light duty questions the ability of the employee to perform her assigned duties, the supervisor shall initiate telephonic communication through channels to the _________ requesting a medical.
An F225 documenting the request shall be forwarded within ___ hours.
Medical Liaison Unit
24 hours
85
Departmental policy known as ___________, allows members to take time off duty to alleviate a personal emergency when the provisions of other leaves do not apply or are inadequate.
Administrative Undertime
Ex: A recurring or continuing family illness that necessitates a member's presence with family for relatively short periods of time; a ruptured water heater or broken water pipe, etc.
86
Administrative Undertime must be taken, with permission of the BATTALION Commander, in WHOLE HOURS, not to exceed ____ hours in a calendar month for uniformed members.
24 hours
Utilizing administrative undertime creates minus hours that each member is required to work.
87
A member utilizing administrative undertime must notify the Station Commander by the _____ hour off duty as to the anticipated return to duty time.
5th hour
88
______ leave is without pay and when a member has no EOD, SOD, or AOD time accrued.
It is granted by the Fire Chief for a period not exceeding ______ calendar days.
Fire Chief Leave
15
(F-225 to Fire Chief normally 10 days in advance. Verbal request to Bureau Commander when advance notice not possible. (Emergency case))
89
Disciplinary leave is a suspension from duty not exceeding ___ months in accordance with Article X, Section 1060, of the City Charter.
6 Months
90
Exchange of time (trades) shall involve a minimum duration of ___ hours.
6 hours
91
When a member can no longer take the second half of a trade off due to his/her own promotion or transfer, the member will accumulate _____ hours in the amount of the trade.
AOD
Administrative Overtime
92
All exchanges of time within a calendar year shall be balanced and consummated no later than?
0800 hours January 1
93
Limitation on exchanges of time (F-360) are as follows:
1. Monthly - Each member may be permitted up to ____ hours off duty (F-360) each calendar month.
2. Annual - Each member may be permitted up to ____ hours off in the calendar year, in addition to the monthly allowance.
3. Special Allowance - In addition to 1 and 2, TWICE each calendar month each member may be permitted to be off up to ___ hours (F-360).
1. 144 hours
2. 144 hours
3. 6 hours
94
Vacation:
Members with at least one year of aggregate service but less than 10 years of aggregate service are entitled to ______ days vacation per year.
16 days (8 shifts)
95
Vacation:
Members with at least 10 years of aggregate service but less than 30 years of aggregate service are entitled to ______ days vacation per year.
24 days (12 shifts)
96
Upon completion of 30 years in the aggregate, members shall receive how many additional vacation days? What would be the total vacation amount per year?
one additional vacation day
Total of 25 days (12-1/2 shifts) of vacation per year
97
The __________ Code authorizes the Fire Chief to defer vacations from one year to the next.
Los Angeles Administrative Code
98
Platoon duty personnel must schedule and TAKE OFF how many shifts every year?
(Members may work their remaining VC to earn compensation.)
at least one segment (3 consecutive shifts) off.
99
Changing vacation dates (NOT deferment):
Who shall approve for ranks subordinate to Captain?
Who shall approve Captain requests.
Captains approve below captain rank
BC approve captains
100
Vacation deferment:
The appropriate officer must approve and forward an F-225, in duplicate to who and by what date?
Accounting Services Section by Dec 1st
101
Captain II and below Vacation deferment (NOT changing vc) shall be approved by who?
Battalion Chiefs
102
Platoon duty uniformed members may FLOAT all but ____ days of vacation per year.
Requests to take floating vacation days shall be submitted on form F-____ and shall require a guarantor.
12 days
F-361
103
Vacation Time:
By ______ (what date?), all days not previously worked or taken off shall be scheduled to be worked, taken off during the remainder of the calendar year, or deferred into the following year, (provided the maximum allowable deferred vacation time is not exceeded).
Sept 1
104
What days cannot be taken off utilizing a FLOATING vacation day?
1. New Years
2. Easter
3. Labor Day
4. Thanksgiving
5. Christmas Eve (24 hours)
6. Christmas
-Member may utilize a floating vacation day on:
1. New Years Eve
2. Memorial Day
3. Halloween
4. Independence day but MUST secure a guarantor.
105
Uniformed members not on platoon duty will schedule vacations in a manner determined by the ________ or _________.
Bureau Commander or Chief Officer concerned.
106
Members selecting the SEGMENTS that include ______, ________ or _________ shall secure a work guarantee for that day at least nine days in advance but not more than 60 days prior to starting their vacation.
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (24 hours) or Christmas Day
107
Members selecting INDIVIDUAL vacation days:
On which major holidays shall secure a work guarantee at least nine days in advance but not more than 60 days prior to starting their vacation?
1. New Years
2. Thanksgiving
3. Easter
4. Xmas eve (24hrs)
5. Xmas
6. Independence day
Member does not require a guarantee for:
1. New Years Eve
2. Memorial Day
3. Halloween
108
Platoon duty members must schedule one segment (6 days) of vacation that must be taken off and an additional _____ days of vacation that may be taken off OR worked for compensation per year.
All remaining vacation days may be floated
6 days
109
Supervisors on duty shall notify MEDICAL LIAISON UNIT as soon as possible in all of the following cases:
A. All cases where IOD or possible IOD requires first care or follow-up care.
B. Member's emergency admission to any hospital whether IOD or NIOD.
C. Members who are scheduled for admission to any hospital, sanitarium or rest home.
110
What Level Exposure requires immediate notification of Medical Liaison Unit?
Level III
111
Which level exposure does a member have to complete a F-225 or 5020?
LVL 2 and LVL 3
(Also entries for: F-2 and PRB, Complete and forward F-420)
112
According to Vol 2:
What medical illness/injuries are considered presumptuous and are based on being job related?
Heart trouble
Hearnia
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
(A congenital defect IS NOT considered to be presumptive under the law)
113
Platoon duty personnel shall arrange to donate blood at a time which will permit ____ hours to elapse before returning to duty.
24 hours
114
Members assigned to Special Duty, who wish to donate blood shall be granted ___ hour(s) of on-duty time from work.
Members may donate blood, on duty, a maximum of _____ times per year.
- 1 Hour
- 4 times
115
Upon RTD from family illness, complete an F-49.
If verification of family illness/injury is required by Fire Chief, complete F-_____ or a statement by physician.
F-1001
116
If proof of need is required for family illness/injury but is NOT available, submit a F-225 with F-49 to ________, thru channels.
This must be done within what time frame?
-Bureau Commander
-Within 24 hours of RTD
(Paperwork once approved is kept in personal file at assignment for 1 year)
117
Platoon duty members off duty IOD/NOID shall contact their supervisor how often regarding their duty status?
How often for special duty members?
Once a segment for platoon duty
weekly for special duty
118
Station and Unit Commanders shall contact MLU how often to relay information relating to off-duty members’ duty status?
First BUSINESS day of each month
119
IOD Injury:
Medical Liaison will inform the officer at injured member's assignment of the 10 digit Workers' Compensation case number.
When this number is received, the on-duty Station Commander shall enter the number in what places?
1. Margin of the station journal on same page and date of reported injury.
2. On member's copy of F-166A.
3. In member's Personal Record Book.
4. On Cal/OSHA Form 300.
5. On Cal/OSHA copy of F-166A.
6. SASSY computer program.
120
Medical examinations are scheduled every ____ years or:
1. Return from extended leaves.
2. DL51A renewal.
3. IOD or NIOD work fitness determination.
4. Exit Medical - Optional
2 years
121
Members scheduling medicals should schedule them within ____ days of the member's birth date.
60 days
122
Member's immediate supervisor shall make entry in Personnel Record Book (F-733) of all applicable information when medical examination information is forwarded to member's place of assignment.
All indicated irregular findings will be entered in ____ ink.
red
123
Supervisors shall provide an IOD member with ______ form within 24 hours or one business day of the date the supervisor becomes aware that the member is requesting medical treatment
This form must be completed and forwarded whenever the member receives medical treatment.
State DWC Form 1
124
Supervisors shall prepare and forward 5020 within ____ hours of time first informed of member going off duty IOD or receiving first care and continuing duty.
When available, attach Medical Treatment Certificate (F-1000) and "Employee's Claim for Workers' Compensation Benefits" (State DWC Form 1).
24 hours. (When changes in duty status from original 5020, submit new 5020)
125
To receive treatment at City EXPENSE for IOD, a _____ must be forwarded within _____ days after the occurrence.
5020 within 30 days
126
Official return to duty time:
a. For Platoon Duty: ____ or _____, following notification.
b. For Special Duty: The nearest whole hour.
0630 or 1830 hours
Platoon Duty Examples
A. One-Day Leave - 0630 to 1830 hours - RTD 1830 hours the same day.
B. One-Day Leave - 1830 to 0630 hours - RTD 0630 hours at end of leave. (following calendar day)
C. Two-Day Leave - 0630 to 0630 hours - RTD 0630 hours at end of leave. (following calendar day)
127
What reports and records are needed under the following circumstances for a NIOD Illness to RTD?
a. Three consecutive calendar days off duty or less?
b. Four through 30 consecutive calendar days off?
c. Thirty-one or more consecutive calendar days off?
A. F-1001 not required but may be required at COMMANDING OFFICER’s discretion.
B. Private medical treatment certificate or F-1001 required.
C. Private medical treatment certificate or F-1001 required. Return to duty exam through Medical Services Division.
128
What reports and records are needed under the following circumstances for a NIOD INJURY to RTD?
a. One through 30 consecutive calendar days off duty?
b. Thirty-one or more consecutive calendar days off duty?
A. Private medical treatment certificate or (F1001) required.
B. Private medical treatment certificate (F1001) required. Return to duty exam through Medical Services Division.
129
What documents are required for a member that reports in SICK on an ASSIGN HIRE day?
Medical treatment certificate or F-1001. Upon RTD, attach documents and forward Thru Channels to MLU. Fill out F-166B and state “Sick on AH day.”
130
What is the Commanding Officers procedure for a member calling in SK on a SOD day?
MAY REQUIRE member to secure a medical treatment certificate or F-1001. In all cases, include the statement, "Sick on SOD Day," in the body of the F-166B.
131
Who is responsible to ENSURE compliance for procedures calling in SK on AH and/or SOD days?
Battalion Commander
132
What documentation/forms shall the commanding officer complete for a member calling in SK NIOD?
1. Make journal entry of all reporting disabling NIOD.
2. Prepare and forward F-166B within 24 hours.
3. Make appropriate entries in member's personal record book.
133
Uniforms, uniform maintenance and grooming standards are prescribed by the ______.
Fire Chief
134
Length of hair on back of the head shall not extend over the top of the collar of the dress uniform when standing with the head erect.
Hair may cover part of the ear, but the ____ of the ear must remain exposed. (when measured from the bottom of the ear)
Lower 1 inch
135
Hair bulk shall not exceed ____ inch(es) in depth.
Tapering is done at the sides and back to a maximum depth of _____ inch(es) at the top of the collar when in dress uniform.
The max depth of hair bulk at the outer edge of the ear is _____.
1 1/2” inches bulk
1 inch top of collar
1/4” edge of ear
136
Female hairstyling for field assignment:
If hair is long, it shall be pulled back and secured off the face and neck. Hair may be secured and worn providing the hair does not extend any longer than ____ inch(es) from the top of the collar.
What are the approved ways females can secure their long hair?
-6 inches
-Single pony-tail or braid, including french braids
137
Field assigned females’ hairstyles shall not exceed ____ inch(es) in depth.
2”
138
Uniformed females assigned to special duty shall wear their hair how?
in a style of their choosing as long as a neat appearance is maintained.
139
Sideburns shall not extend below a horizontal line level with the bottom point of the ______ when the head is erect.
ear
140
Moustaches shall not cover the upper lip, shall be well groomed, neatly trimmed, and shall not protrude beyond the natural facial "smile" crease, nor extend beyond _____ inch(es) below the corner of the mouth.
1/2 inch
141
Fingernails shall be no longer than _____ beyond the tip of the finger. If nail polish is worn, it shall be _____ in color.
1/8”
Pale in color
142
How shall members with tattoos cover the tattoos while on duty?
Dept uniform or neutral tone skin patch not larger than 4” by 4”
143
The Department badge shall be worn whenever the following attire is the outermost garment:
Work shirt, sweater, jacket
144
Female dress heels shall be no higher than _____, no less than 5/8" measured from the forward edge, and no wider than 1-3/4" at the base. Sole shall be no thicker than 1/4".
2-5/8”
145
When members are standing in a natural upright position, the dress uniform tie should reach within ____ of the belt buckle
1”
146
The time frame for wearing the Chief/Capt Summer Dress Uniform shall coincide with?
The START of daylight savings time.
147
The Chief/Capt Summer Dress Uniform shall be worn during?
-Academy graduations
-Annual inspections
-community events (Captains may wear the work uniform at community events)
148
A Chief/Capt DRESS COAT shall be worn at ALL TIMES when attending the following:
-funerals
-administrative HEARINGS
-appearing before the CITY COUNCIL
-Appearing before the FIRE COMMISSION

-As directed by the Fire Chief
149
The Paramedic rocker patch shall be sewn directly below the Department patch with how much of a gap?
No gap
150
The type of tie for the females dress uniform shall be the black ______ tie.
crossover tie
151
The dress uniform shall be worn under what conditions? (Its a long list)
A. At OFFICIAL appearances before the Board of Fire Commissioners.
(Work uniform permitted for Fire Commission meetings held at the FIRE STATION.)
B. At OFFICIAL appearances before the Fire Chief.
C. When appearing before a Board of Rights (except the accused).
D. As a member of a Board of Rights.
E. When appearing in court when the City is a party in the court action.
F. When appearing at any Administrative Hearing where the City is a party (example arbitration hearing, fact-finding hearing, etc.).
G. At any other time as directed or when appropriate. Such as attending or making presentations to the Fire Commission, appearance at City Council, etc.
152
The department soft patch badge is only approved for use with?
the softSHELL or tacSHELL work JACKET
153
Nightwear attire may be worn outside of quarters after ______ hours or on responses when donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical.
2000
154
The two additional approved nightwear garments are?
1. 100% cotton sweatshirt identifiable by a ¼ zip soft collar.
2. Firefighter job shirt identifiable by pullover style ¼ zip with soft or denim collar and elbow patches.
155
Body armor shall be worn when dispatched to what kind of incidents?
1. Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW)
2. Domestic Violence/Family Dispute
3. Shooting
4. Stabbing/Cutting
5. Sniper Incidents/Police Standbys
6. Other Violent Crimes or Conditions
7. Overcrowding Investigations/Public Assemblage Closures
8. During "Tactical Alerts"
8. Fire Department Needs "Help" Call
156
Brush jacket: stencil last name on the back, centered with the top of the letters approximately ____ inches below the bottom line of the wording - "Los Angeles Fire Department"
Use the Department issued _____ inch stencils and black felt tip MARKERS.
2” below
1-1/2” stencil
157
Turnout coat: stencil last name on the back, centered, with the bottom of the letters approximately _____ inch(es) above the lowest reflective striping using Department issue _____ inch stencils and black felt tip markers.
1” above
1-1/2” stencil
158
Helmets shall be identified by the members' name in 1" capitalized red letters centered on the outer rear protective brim.
No other identification or emblems will be allowed on helmets except?
Useful information such as telephone number stickers may be placed inside crown of helmet.
159
When the uniform jacket is worn out of qtrs or in public view, the zipper shall be open no lower than?
No lower than the BOTTOM of the shirt BREAST POCKET
160
The Department uses four colors of flight suit:
1. Tan - Pilots
2. Orange - Helitac crew
3. light Blue - Helitac Paramedics
4. Dark Blue – Battalion Chief, Captains and Chief Pilots
161
How many Sleeve braid(s) are there on the Captain Dress Uniform Coat? What color?
2 Silver braids
162
Officers shall not affix service stripes to the long sleeve of a ______.
dress uniform shirt
(Full dress or summer dress also).
163
Service stripes shall be affixed to the uniform _____ inch(es) above the top seam of the left cuff on the long sleeve shirt
1-1/2 “
164
All officers shall wear service ______, one for every five years of completed service, on the LEFT sleeve of their dress uniform COAT.
Pins
165
Officers shall wear their nameplate only on their ______.
When assigned to Special Duty, wear nameplate on the ________.
dress coat
white collared shirt
166
If necessary to provide sufficient space for armed forces ribbons, the badge may be adjusted upwards a maximum distance equal to the height of ____ rows of ribbons.
four
167
Station Commanders shall normally cause all members to arise no later than ____ hours.
0630
168
When a member on platoon duty fails to report at the time of platoon change, _______ shall be notified of the circumstances immediately.
The Battalion Commander
169
When a member is tardy or absent without leave, they shall make out an F-225 letterhead to _________, Through channels. (1 copy)
Bureau Commander
170
In case of a prolonged fire at the change of platoons, the Station Commander of the oncoming platoon will call the BATTALION COMMANDER for instructions.
If the Battalion Commander is not available, ______ will be called for instructions.
Metro
171
At _____ hours Station Commanders shall cause station members to line up, assign duties as necessary, read orders and communications to members, and deliver any verbal information or instruction deemed necessary.
0800
172
A “Line-Up” shall be held, and the OFFICER IN CHARGE shall tender a salute in what “special cases”? (Besides a daily line-up)
1. When an active Chief officer in uniform enters quarters. (Capt states “all members present” or “all members accounted for”)
2. When Mayor, or Board of Fire Commissioners or any other gov dignitary enters quarters.
3. When any important person enters quarters, and in the opinion of the officer in charge such courtesy is indicated.
173
On Memorial Day, May 30, the Flag shall be flown at half-staff until _____ hours and raised to the peak for the remainder of the day.
1200
174
For a Fire Cadet to ride along on a rescue ambulance:
Cadet has a minimum of ______ hours ride along on a fire company
The station commander that will be on duty is to be notified a minimum of ____ hours prior to ride.
500 hours
72 hrs
175
Hydrant Symbols
The following designations shall be used on Department maps to indicate:
-TYPE of hydrant
-NUMBER and SIZE of outlets
-DIAMETER of SUPPLY MAIN.
176
Station Commanders shall determine that hydrants with a static pressure over _____ psi have tops painted red.
Initial painting of tops shall be done by STATION MEMBERS.
200 psi
177
In the hill-side areas of the City, the blue reflectors are located on the street pavement to indicate ALL hydrant locations.
In the flatland areas the reflectors shall only be used to indicate which hydrants?
-mid-block hydrant
-hydrants obstructed from view
(Private hydrant locations shall be identified in the same manner dependent upon the need and with the APPROVAL of the individual responsible for the property.)
178
The installation and replacement of hydrant reflectors shall be done by ________.
station personnel.
(Hydrant reflectors and adhesive material are available through Supply and Maintenance Division.)
179
During NON-EMERGENCY situations when a hydrant is found to be INOPERATIVE because of damage, obstruction, or is being used illegally, report the situation at once to the _________ by telephone. If unable to contact, make report to METRO.
Construction Services – Hydrant/Access Unit
180
Station Commanders when notified that a hydrant or main is out of service, shall enter such notice in the _________ and notify the officers concerned on the opposite platoon when they report for duty.
Station Journal
181
Hydrants reported out of service, which have not been restored to service within _____ hours, shall be reported to the Construction Services - Hydrant/Access Unit AND to the Battalion Commander by telephone.
72 Hours
182
Chief Officers or Station Commanders contemplating training activities requiring large GPM flows will notify the Construction Services - Hydrant/Access Unit at least _____ hours in advance.
48 Hours
183
The maximum period of time between hydrant test periods shall be _____ months.
The time for testing will be determined by?
12 months
Battalion Commanders.
184
Hydrant Testing:
If the valve chatters or if water does not flow before the hydrant stem is operated _____ full turns, close the hydrant.
Report to the Construction Services - Hydrant/Access Unit by telephone UPON RETURN to QUARTERS.
3
185
Hydrant Testing:
Do not tighten the packing nut on hydrants having a ______ as packing.
Do not use abrasive materials on hydrant stems. Do not apply lubrication.
“O” ring
(This type of hydrant can be readily identified because the packing nut is screwed tight against the valve assembly and secured with a pin)
186
A ________ may be issued to the property owner/tenant to remove obstructing vegetation of a hydrant.
Fire/Life Safety Violation
187
What is form:
F-70?
F-95?
F-70 Fire Hydrant Test Record
F-95 Fire Hydrant Record
188
Sheared hydrant - Shut off Procedures:
80% of Fire hydrant gate valves are located within _____ ft of the hydrant and covered by a 6 inch diameter cap (painted blue).
15 ft
189
Sheared hydrant - Shut off Procedures:
Fire hydrant gate valves may require ____ to ____ full turns to complete a shutdown.
18 to 26 turns
190
Approximately ____% of all fire hydrant gate valves close in a CLOCKWISE direction
98%
191
When notifying Metro of a sheared off fire hydrant, include what information?
1. Fire hydrant location
2. State if fire hydrant has been shut off
3. The number of valves closed
192
Repair requests for computers and computer related accessories shall be telephonically submitted directly to ________.
Management Information Systems (M.I.S.).
193
Smoke detectors in the fire station are to be tested how often?
Monthly
194
Any requests for use of Department FACILITIES or personnel by members of other agencies shall be directed through channels to the __________ for approval
Admin office
195
Fire Station water heating appliances shall be set at a maximum of _____ to ____ degrees Fahrenheit.
140 to 150 degrees
196
Fire station HVAC shall be set to heat when temp drops below _____ and cool when temp is above _____ degrees Fahrenheit.
-Heat when below 68
-Cool when above 78
(Window units should not be turned on until temp is above 78)
197
How often shall a Battalion Inspection take place? When is it scheduled?
Inspections shall take place bi-monthly, within the first two weeks during even months.
198
Reports and records will be inspected how often during ROUTINE Battalion Commander visitations?
As needed
199
When fire station carpeting is in need of cleaning (other than vacuuming), Station Commanders shall contact the _______, who will make arrangements with a private contractor.
Fire Facilities Section
200
Upon discovery of a fire station break-in/theft (or attempted) the station commander shall notify METRO and request ________ and _______ for filling appropriate reports.
Investigating officer (Battalion Chief)
LAPD
201
No visitors are allowed in quarters after ______ hours except for special events (Department handball tournaments, civic dinners, etc.), when the hours may be extended to _____ hours.
2100 hours
2300 hours
202
Accidents/Illness or Injury: When persons who are not City of Los Angeles employees suffer accident, illness or injury WHILE ON City property, complete and forward a _______ to the ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
Form General 87
203
Sleeping on duty is normally prohibited between the times of _____ and ______ hrs.
0630 and 2000 hours
204
What is the order of preference to maintain contact with Metro when out of quarters with firefighting apparatus?
1. Radio.
2. Private Telephone
3. Mobile Data Computer
205
How shall still alarms received while in quarters be reported to Metro?
Business phone or radio
(Do not use the fire phone to report still alarms)
206
Bells sounded in qtrs by MFC:
-One bell indicates a “routine” message
-Three bells indicates a “0630hrs” test.
-Four bells indicate an “urgent” message
-Five bells indicates a “dispatch” message
-Ten bells indicates a “death notice” message
(4,5,10 bells requires an answer-back)
207
Burning Index
208
When will a red flag alert be activated?
If all the above:
BI is in the EXTREME range of 162+
HUMIDITY is 15% or lower
WIND speed is 25 M.P.H. or greater.
209
Test of Alarm Systems:
Station Commanders shall notify Metro whenever a test is not received within _____ minutes of the proper time
15 minutes
210
Metro shall test the emergency traffic tone on Sunday mornings at approximately _____ hours.
Station Commanders shall be required to monitor which channels during the test?
0815 hrs
Their division administrative channel
211
A company that is AVI is available to respond within _____ seconds.
60 seconds
212
A fire company that is CAV is available to respond to an incident within ______ minutes from dispatch.
3 mins
213
An ambulance that is CAV is available to respond to an incident within ______ seconds from dispatch.
60 sec
214
Resources sent on "Move-up" to an area which normally operates on a different channel shall select the new channel upon?
leaving quarters or when dispatched.
215
Radio tone signals are used by Metro:
-How many tone signals (beeps) will precede an urgent non-emergency message?
-How many tone signals will be used prior to emergency messages or to alert units on emergency response?
1
3
216
Mobile radios have been equipped with a device called a "Time-out Timer", which automatically terminates a radio transmission after about _____ seconds.
30 to 60 seconds (per vol 2)
(obviously not current)
217
How often shall the responsible officer cause portable radios to be tested in CONJUNCTION with a MOBILE UNIT?
Once each week
218
Portable radio batteries shall be changed EACH MORNING at the time of relief, and if one of the following occurs:
-Continuous use in excess of _____ hours
-Radio LCD indicates “LOW BATTERY”
-Audible “chirp” sounds when radio is turned on
3 hrs
219
Batteries are to be reconditioned in the station conditioner at least once a ______.
Month
220
If a radio battery fails to reach the ____% or better after reconditioning TWICE, the battery should be exchanged by the radio monitor and sent to Piper Tech for replacement.
80%
221
At least once a ______, units with multiple channel radios will check the channels NOT NORMALLY USED.
Month
(The results of these checks will be recorded on the Apparatus and Equipment Check Record, F-973.)
222
The _______ shall be notified immediately anytime a portable radio is lost or stolen. This includes the loss or theft of a radio on loan from an allied agency.
Metro Floor Captain
223
Members assigned to a Fire Company shall normally carry their radios in their turnout coats in the radio pouch with the extension microphone securely attached to a suitable radio clip.
On EMS responses, the portable radio shall be carried by the member where?
In a radio belt clip or left in the turnout coat
224
Members assigned to a Rescue Ambulance shall carry the portable radio in a belt clip when in the work uniform or in a radio pocket when wearing the turnout coat, or _______.
brush jacket
225
How shall uniform members carry their radio during non-emergency activities where the turnout coat is not worn or a radio pouch is not available on the uniform?
in the belt clip provided by the Department.
226
Any suspected abuse of medical leave shall be reported to the __________ immediately for review and follow up.
Medical Liaison Unit
227
Who is the Custodian of badges and Insignia?
Fire Administrator of the Administrative Services Bureau
228
If a Cal/OSHA inspector arrives at your workplace, do not give them access until _______ is notified.
Dept Safety Officer
229
Who has the responsibility at the station for energy conservation?
All members have responsibility
230
Approval of BOTH Station Commanders shall be required for exchange of time. (F-360)
Commanders shall consider _________ in approving trades.
OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
231
Preventive Medical Leave per Calendar Year
1. Special duty members: allowed _____ hours
2. Platoon Duty members: allowed _____ hours
1. 16 hours
2. 12 hours
232
Annual School Activity Leave
_____ hours per school year, regardless of number of children.
40 hours
(Normally, 72 hours advance notice required)
233
Gloves shall be worn:
1. Firefighting gloves shall be worn during all firefighting operations.
2. Work gloves shall be worn during overhaul operations, or any time protection of the hands is necessary.
234
The Turnout Coat shall be worn during all emergency responses and operations except:
1. When responding to automatic alarms, such as: smoke detector, water flow and bells ringing, members are not required to don the turnout coat or protective hood UNTIL ARRIVING on scene. Company Commanders shall assure that members are attired in suitable clothing that does not bring discredit to the Department. Company Commanders shall ensure that all members don full protective clothing PRIOR to investigating any automatic alarm.
2. Responding to or working at grass or brush incidents where structure firefighting WILL NOT be part of the operation of the concerned company. During these incidents, the brush jacket may be worn in lieu of a turnout coat at the discretion of the COMMANDING OFFICER.
3. The brush jacket may be worn in lieu of the turnout coat during OVERHAUL operations at the discretion of the COMMANDING OFFICER.
4. When dispatched to EMS incidents, COMPANY COMMANDERS have the option of allowing members to respond without wearing the turnout coat or brush jacket.
5. The turnout coat or brush jacket SHALL BE worn while directing traffic or working in traffic patterns at nighttime or during poor visibility caused by weather conditions.
235
Turnout Pants shall be worn when responding to:
1. All reported fires EXCEPT: brush or grass fires not involving structures.
2. Hazardous materials incidents.
3. All automatic alarms.
236
Turnout Pants MAY also be worn at the discretion of the Company Commander during:
1. On overhaul details.
2. During heavy rains, flood conditions, or other inclement weather.
3. During emergency activity at any time.
4. When donning of the prescribed uniform would be impractical, i.e., member in shower, engaged in physical fitness, etc. Company Commanders shall assure that members are attired in suitable clothing that does not bring discredit to the Department.
237
Members shall not remove their breathing apparatus until the ________ specifically determines that breathing apparatus is no longer required for personal safety.
Partially depleted air cylinders shall be replaced IMMEDIATLEY upon removal of the unit.
Company Commander
238
All firefighting personnel SHALL pull the hood into the proper WEARING POSITION when actively engaged in firefighting activities, including:
-exposure protection
-ventilation operations
-automobile fires
-dumpster fires
-any other firefighting activity where extra protection is required.
(Prior to donning the breathing apparatus facepiece, the hood shall be pulled down. After the facepiece is in place, and the proper seal is made, the hood shall be pulled back into the proper wearing position.)
239
At a minimum, what EQUIPMENT shall be worn at brush/grass fires?
-Web belt
-Canteen
-Fire Shelter (shelter shall be located on web belt in the HIP AREA for quick access)
Members shall don the above PRIOR to brush/grass suppression activities.
(The Firefighter “Field Pack” will be worn at the DISCRETION of the Company Commander..)
240
Safety goggles shall be worn by members during appropriate emergency incidents and at all times when there are possible EYE HAZARDS.
Examples of situations where safety goggles shall be utilized are:
-while cleaning under apparatus
-when using air pressure for any cleaning operation
-company commanders discretion
241
The _______ shall be worn by members intubating a patient, delivering a baby, rendering care to combative patients in which exposure to potentially infectious blood and/or bodily fluids is likely, and whenever exposure to vomitus, sputum, feces, and/or other bodily fluids is likely or can be anticipated.
One-piece face mask/eye shield
(Face mask/eye shields shall be carried on all Department vehicles used in EMS operations and in all trauma, airway, and first aid kits.)
242
______ shall be worn over the work/ standard uniform pants when dispatched to a brush/grass fire.
These “pants” SHALL NOT be worn without work/ standard uniform pants or during a structure or vehicle fire. These “pants” SHALL NOT be used as coveralls in any cleaning or maintenance function.
Lightweight Overpants
243
Face/Neck Shroud:
Shroud shall be worn when dispatched to a reported brush/grass fire. Shroud is not to replace the firefighting hood at structure fires.
Members may wear the _____ in lieu of the shroud at brush/grass fires.
firefighting hood
244
Work Cap specifications:
A. Baseball style with solid panels.
B. Adjustable strap, elastic one size fits all, or fitted.
C. "LAFD" in ONE-INCH silver block letters with white border, or optional gold lettering for Chief Officers, on the front panel.
D. Color shall match the member’s uniform.
(Work Caps shall be worn in an appropriate manner so as not to bring discredit to the Department. Work Caps shall be worn with the curved bill facing forward and SHALL NOT cover the member’s EARS)
245
Proper Relief
Station Commanders shall not allow any member of their station to go off-duty UNTIL properly relieved by an oncoming member in PROPER UNIFORM.
Members not so relieved may be released when the anticipated number of members of the oncoming platoon have arrived OR after other arrangements have been made with the approval of the _________.
BATTALION COMMANDER.
(Members not properly relieved at 0800 hours shall be compensated (EOD) for all time worked past 0800 hours)
246
Proper Relief
Each member reporting for duty shall be responsible for the following:
1. Placing their protective equipment in the proper location.
2. Conducting operational checks of their breathing apparatus, facepiece, assigned radios and cellular phones.
3. Placing their “Passport Accountability System” personalized magnetic strips on their assigned apparatus in an approved location.
4. Being prepared for immediate response.
(All members responsible for driving or tillering Department Apparatus shall, in addition to the above, check their apparatus to assure its full readiness and that all equipment is properly secured)
247
Battalion Inspections shall take place bi-monthly, WITHIN the FIRST TWO WEEKS during EVEN MONTHS.
Items to be inspected may include:
-All assigned apparatus
-Quarters
-Personal Safety Equipment
-Equipment and areas designated by the Battalion Commander
(The inspection of portable hand-held radios shall be included with members’ personal protective equipment.)
248
Following is a list of items which shall be checked by Company Commanders PRIOR to Department-wide inspections:
A. Check all company RECORDS, personal record books, and log books for completeness.
B. Check all company FILES - dispose of those items which no longer need to be retained.
C. Conduct a PRE-INSPECTION of personal equipment, I.D. cards, driver's licenses, uniforms, and lockers.
D. Check BULLETIN BOARDS- remove items which no longer need to be posted.
E. Check LIBRARY for completeness.
F. Apparatus
G. Quarters
249
Station Commanders have the OVERALL responsibility for station security. Each member shares station security responsibility.
Specific Measures for station security:
A. Quarters shall be secured upon response and at any time they will be unoccupied.
B. Members shall keep their personal lockers locked.
C. Members shall be alert upon returning to quarters for evidence of unauthorized entry.
D. Fuel pumps shall be kept locked when not in use.
E. Fuel pump electrical switches turned off when not in use.
F. Underground tank fill caps kept locked.
250
The member designated as “station watch” shall have STATION SECURITY and PUBLIC CONTACT as their primary responsibility.
Other duties include:
A. Keeping alarm appliances ready for use (this includes daily door bell test).
B. Receiving teletype messages.
C. Actuating answer-back on receipt of taps or special signals.
D. Calling a Company Commander when conditions arise that they cannot handle, when supplies are delivered, and when workers arrive on City business.
251
Visitors, after identifying themselves, will be escorted through quarters for necessary purposes. A desire to view apparatus and quarters is a necessary purpose. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
When their presence will not interfere with Fire Station activities, the following should not be restricted from quarters during normal visiting hours:
A. Member's families visiting members working in the station.
B. Civilians rendering necessary service to members on duty.
C. Public employees entering on business.
D. Boy Scouts
252
For emergency calls received on the business telephone system, the following information shall be obtained and referred to Metro so that a dispatch may be made:
1. Address of the incident (including apartment number or special instructions).
2. Nearest cross street.
3. Type of emergency.
4. A call-back telephone number.
253
The installation and replacement of hydrant reflectors shall be done by ________.
Station personnel
(Hydrant reflectors and adhesive material are available through Supply and Maintenance Division.)
254
Performance Evaluations
The supervisor should compare actual performance against ___________ and, if needed, work out a plan for improvement which can be discussed with the member during the interview.
Department standards
1. When rating PROBATIONARY personnel, the rater shall consider the satisfactory PERFORMANCE of a PROBATIONARY MEMBER AS THE STANDARD.
2. When rating a PROMOTIONAL probationary employee, the rater shall consider the satisfactory performance of REGULARLY APPOINTED personnel, of that rank AS THE STANDARD.
255
Performance Evaluations
The rater should explain to the member the purpose of the interview and the reasons for performance evaluation.
Begin the review by _________.
discussing the employee's strong points.
(When discussing weak points, be sure criticism is constructive and remember that the intent is to IMPROVE PERFORMANCE.)
256
Performance Evaluations
In closing the interview, ask the employee for __________.
suggestions and ideas for self improvement.
(After giving the employee this opportunity, you should offer some suggestions of your own.)
257
Performance Evaluations
Immediately following the interview, write down all important points which were covered, because?
This information may be of great help in the next interview.
258
Performance Evaluations
The most important part of the rating process is _________.
The INTERVIEW conducted at the time the rating is given to the employee
259
Performance evaluations CONTROLS shall be established by the ________ to ensure that:
A. Reports are accurate, impartial and serve the intent of the program.
B. Supervisors continually stimulate improvement in subordinates.
C. Reports are prepared and forwarded promptly when due for all members.
Bureau Commander
260
Regular evaluation helps the member to do the job more effectively and with more satisfaction. If done well, it will serve the following important functions:
A. Encourage the improvement of individual performance.
B. Provide for effective personnel counseling.
C. Provide recognition for good work.
D. Assist in locating talents and abilities.
E. Measure performance against Department standards.
261
The Board of Honorary Awards shall investigate the report(s) and determine if any Award is to be given.
The Fire Chief will appoint a Board of Honorary Awards which shall consist of:
-one Deputy Chief
-one additional member from the Chief Officer rank
-one member from the rank of Captain or below.
262
Refuse to accept the subpoena if, at the time of attempted service, it is less than ________ prior to the hearing and it is not reasonably certain that he will be able to deliver a copy of the subpoena to or notify the member concerned within such time as will allow the member to comply with the subpoena.
five WORKING days
263
Any member who receives a subpoena out of normal channels to appear in court or any court ordered hearing (e.g., deposition) for a duty connected incident, is responsible for notifying ________.
their Commanding Officer
264
All members off duty due to IOD injury or illness shall contact the Medical Liaison Unit __________ (how often?) to advise of their prognosis and projected duty status.
after each doctor's visit
265
________ have the responsibility to see that members do not abuse the rights and privileges provided by the City for the ill and injured.
Supervisors
1. IOD: Visitation will be made by MLU but this does not preclude visits by the members' superior officers.
2. NIOD: Members shall be visited if the IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR considers it necessary to carry out the intent of this section. Arrangements shall be made through the BATTALION COMMANDER.
266
if there is concern about the member's ability to perform the unrestricted duties of the assignment, Officers shall contact _________.
their Battalion Commander.
(BC shall notify Medical Liaison Unit and request a medical evaluation.)
267
On-duty contacts with either the Office of the Mayor, City Council, other elected officials, or staff members of their offices be promptly reported by telephone to the __________.
Chief of Staff.
268
All members at an emergency shall be aware that _________ permits bona fide members of the news media to be on the scene of an emergency, provided they are not directly interfering with emergency operations
California State Law
(Accredited members of the press MAY BE ALLOWED to climb ladders, enter buildings, etc., and should be assisted to do so upon their request and AFTER they have been WARNED regarding any UNSAFE CONDITIONS.)
269
The ________ has a Collateral responsibility for press relations during the entire emergency.
The EXCEPTION is information which may have a detrimental effect on incidents involving ARSON CASES.
officer in charge of an emergency
(The PIO shall report to the officer in charge and proceed with the function of providing information to the press, relieving the officer in charge of this duty)
270
All _______ shall set the example by demonstrating the proper DEPORTMENT and desirable ATTITUDE in their dealings with the public.
officers
271
If a Board of Fire Commissioners meeting is to be held in a fire station, a FG-113 for equipment required shall be forwarded by the Station Commander, through channels, to the ________ at least TWO WEEKS prior to the meeting.
Fire Facilities Coordinator
(Equipment or material needed will be arranged for by the Commission Office and the station commander.)
272
In assigning DETAILS (“detailing” a member), officers will consider the following criteria:
A. Qualifications of a member to perform the work.
B. Development of personnel by giving varied experience for betterment of the Department.
C. Volunteers who wish the detail.
D. Date of member's last detail using a rotational system when practicable.
273
Illness or Death in Family or Preventive Medical Leave
-VERBAL request for time off made by a member ON DUTY should, except in unusual circumstances, be made through channels to the ________.
-Request for time off, made while a member is OFF DUTY, shall be to the _________ direct.
Battalion Commander (both answers)
274
Where is bereavement leave deducted from?
No where…. You get leave of absence with FULL PAY
275
The RESPONSIBILITY for tracking members off duty IOD/NIOD will be __________.
Station or Unit Commander at the member's assignment.
276
The term "Roger" is used to indicate that a message was _________.
received AND UNDERSTOOD.
277
STORAGE of any private vehicle in or on Department facilities is allowed only with written approval of the __________.
Bureau office.
278
Any requests for use of Department facilities or personnel by members of other agencies such as the LAPD, FBI, DOT, Building Services, City Attorney, etc., shall be directed through channels to the _________ for approval.
Administrative Office
279
The privilege of establishing residency in a Fire Station shall require approval of __________.
Bureau Commander, Emergency Services Bureau (F-225)
280
Members who are off-duty and desire to occupy beds in quarters shall obtain the permission of the ________
Station Commander
281
When a member is seriously injured or killed at an emergency, the Officer in charge shall contact _______ by telephone and inform them of the circumstances.
Metro
Metro shall notify:
-The Fire Chief
-Deputy Department Commander
-Medical Liaison Unit
-Battalion Chief nearest the member's place of residence
-Department Chaplain.
282
Whenever possible, outside drills will be held in the company's ________ district.
AREA drill sites are designated by _________ Commanders.
first-ALARM
Battalion
283
All training should be BASED ON the need of the INDIVIDUALS and/or COMPANIES concerned.
The ___________ shall be responsible for evaluating the RESULTS of Department training activities at emergencies and during planned training programs to make certain that standard training procedures are being maintained.
Commander of Emergency Services Bureau
284
Each time a new piece of personal safety equipment is placed into service or replaces one currently in use, training shall be conducted and the training documented in ___________.
The member’s Personal Record Book.
285
The most recent static pressures will be permanently maintained in the HYDRANT TEST RECORD BOOK. Stations will not be required to take a static pressure reading once the static pressure of the hydrant has been determined, UNLESS notified to do so by ___________.
the Construction Services - Hydrant/Access Unit.
286
What is the minimum driver license requirements for fire suppression certified members below the rank of Battalion Chief?
Either a Class “A” or “B” non-commercial firefighter restricted license with an “X” (Hazardous Materials and Tank) endorsement.
287
In order to qualify for a family leave, an employee must have been employed continuously by the City for a period of ONE YEAR and have worked for at least _______ hours during the 12 months immediately preceding the beginning of the leave.
1040 hours
288
What type of leaves are taken without pay?
Fire Chief leave
Civil Service leave
Disciplinary leave
289
Supervisors shall provide and complete what form(s) when an IOD injured employee seeks medical treatment?
DWC Form 1 and 5020
