Volume 2 Flashcards

(481 cards)

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For us of fire department facilities, meetings shall not interfere with what?

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Department business

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Official representatives shall get permission from who in order to use department facilities for meetings for reasonable amount of time?

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Administrative office

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For weekly approval where meetings are scheduled in advanced, what do you submit in duplicate to administrative offices?

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Letterhead

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For daily approval of meetings where they are not scheduled in advance who do the members supervisor notify by telephone ASAP?

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Bureau

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For meetings with on duty employees, who must the representatives and organization officers get consent from to enter a work location?

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Immediate supervisor

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How long can employers use work locations for meetings?

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Not to exceed reasonable limits

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How much space shall the department provide employees for posting bulletins?

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Reasonable amount

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Do members have a right to represent themselves for grievances?

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Yes

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If member wishes to have a representative for grievance, can the representative and member be from different unions?

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No

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What is an F-226A? (Grievance)

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Report of informal grievance discussion

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What is an F-226B? (Grievance)

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Statement of grievance formal

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What is an F-226C? (Grievance)

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Reply to statement of grievance

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If a member requests a transfer, how long are they to remain at new assignment?

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Minimum 8 months

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Need for special qualifications of department, personal development, and to improve performance and effectiveness is what are filled on?

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Vacancies

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When putting in a transfer, members get a spot based off what 3 factors?

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Based on seniority in grade, rank, on department time

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Promotions, death, retirement, separation, transfer of paramedics to fire suppression training are what type of vacancy?

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Primary vacancies

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If a current F-18A is on file, is forwarding an F-18B (primary vacancy) necessary?

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No

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Members of equal rank and pay grade are what type of transfer and are required to be submitted to bureau commander?

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Mutual transfer

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What form must members fill out when they wish to deny transfer to bureau commander, 2 copies?

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F-225

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Where will primary vacancies be published (2 types of notifications) before filling vacancy?

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Special notice or teletype

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Transfer selections for primary vacancies will not be made by bureau commander no sooner than how many days after vacancy is published?

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10 days

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How many days shall the primary vacancy be published on the official business board for?

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5 days

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Who will the member submit their transfer request to?

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Regular supervisor where possible

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What 2 things shall the receiving officer include in the F-2 journal when the member submits their transfer request to them, along with submitting comments to bureau?

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Date and time

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Which 2 forms may members request transfers for routine transfers?
F-18A and F18B
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How will the officer at requesting members assignment be notified (2 ways) of transfer and once notified, journalize notification?
Verbally through channels or info notice via portal
27
When do transfers take effect?
0800 on that Sunday the commenced a pay period
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What department/section do members sign forms at when separating from the department? (Pension, leave, resignation)
Personnel department
29
What address do due checks get forwarded or delivered to when separating from the department?
Address designated on the form
30
When retiring, members planning to apply for service pension should contact personnel approximately how many days in advance of intended retirement date?
30
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For service pins, how many year increments does the civil service commission provide pins for?
5 years
32
What department/section issues the service pin, PRB, and certificates of appreciation upon retirement?
Personnel department
33
Who is to be contacted when planning retirement dinners or events?
LAFRA
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When retiring are you required to give an exit interview?
If desired by employee
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Exit interview for retirement are given by highest officer in chain of command subordinate to what chief?
Fire Chief
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Members with less than 5 years of service, are expected to take an exit interview upon resignation and must contact which division?
Training division
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For voluntary resignation, member must forward what through channels?
F-225
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For voluntary resignations, can the supervisor indicate whether the department would want to consider retiring?
Yes
39
What 3 items are to be collected upon the members last day and forwarded to personnel?
ID card, badge insignia, and time keeping
40
What form does the member sign for authorization for delivery of unpaid check?
F-161
41
Who is authorized to withhold paychecks from separating member if they do not return all City property?
City controller
42
Is the statement personal reasons sufficient for separation in the case of unemployment insurance?
No
43
How long does the City have to respond to the state when employee applies for unemployment insurance?
10 days
44
What department/section do members contact when desiring information to their own tenure?
Personnel
45
Members hired after this date shall remain non smokers/use of tobacco products throughout their employment on or off duty?
July 1, 1987
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If members wish to seek personal counseling who may they contact through channels?
Any Chief officer
47
If the member wants to keep personal counseling confidential who can they contact?
The officer directly
48
What 2 programs are available to members for personal problems and stress, and must contact MFC after hours?
Stress management program or employee assistance program
49
Does the city of Los Angeles have a residency requirement for new hires?
No
50
Who does member notify for change in address for personal mail?
US postal service and other concerned
51
When a credit complaint is filed against an employee what department/section provides further information to PSD?
Personnel services
52
If member requests name change an F-8 must be filled out, the form and copy of new social security gets submitted to personnel and then gets forwarded to who?
City controllers
53
During extreme financial hardships and the need for emergency salary advance can be made available through what organization?
LAFRA
54
For emergency salary advance, what is the limit per occurrence?
$2,000
55
Are members allowed to carry weapons prohibited by law?
No, only Arson members can carry firearms
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Which type of duty members are granted reasonable time off with pay for promotional examinations?
Members assigned to special duty
57
What 2 forms are members telephone numbers to be maintained current? (PRB)
F-4 and F-8
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For verification of employment of members that conduct any financial or other transaction shall give what department/section telephone number?
Personnel services
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If members have a lost pay check, the must contact what service and forward an F-225?
Accounting services
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For members who join the military reserve, an F-225 must be submitted to bureau commander and gets forwarded to personnel services within how many days?
30 days
61
Do members who have jury duty get paid to attend jury duty?
Only for the period of time necessary to perform jury service
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Do members who are placed “on call” for jury duty get paid for time off if only when they appear in court?
Yes
63
Mileage fees paid by the Court will be retained by who?
The member
64
What 3 documents must be sent to payroll to complete members jury duty attendance?
Summons, personal check made payable to city of LA, verification of attendance
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How many days can a member ask for a continuance of postponement for jury duty?
60-90 days
66
How long can a new juror postpone service for?
180 days
67
Members who are served with a subpoena for a non duty related court appearance are granted time off with pay as long as the court is within how many miles of employees residence?
150 miles of employees residence
68
When a member receives a subpoena for a duty connected incident who are they responsible for notifying?
Their commanding officer
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When arson receives subpoena for a member, what commander do they forward it to?
Their bureau commander
70
What form is required for overtime when a member is subpoenaed for a duty connected incident and appearing off duty?
F-23
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What type of uniform shall a member wear when they appear in court where the city is a party to a proceeding?
Dress uniform, except FPB personnel the shall wear uniform specific for their assignment
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A summons and complaint is when who is being personally sued?
A member
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For summons and complaint within how many days must a response be filed with the court following service?
30 days
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For summons and complaint, a member shall notify their supervisor immediately when it involves what as a city employee?
Performance of duty
75
What section prepares a black letterhead to the city attorney for the fire chiefs signature?
Arson
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Which section of the department normally accepts subpoenas for members for acceptance of subpoena?
Arson section
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For non acceptance of subpoena, if less than how many days prior to hearing and certain the member is unable to be contacted refuse to accept?
5 working days
78
For on duty on call subpoenas, a member must be able to appear in concerned court within how many hours after receiving notification?
1 hour
79
For on duty on call subpoenas, what time does the on call morning appearance terminate and what time does the afternoon appearance terminate?
1100 hours and 1600 hours
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For on duty investigative interviews, before an on duty member is interviewed, member shall secure approval from what 3 commanders?
Bureau commander, operations commander or deputy department commander
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On the LAFD, who is required to have a class B license?
Fire suppression certified members below rank of BC
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Which 5 members are exempt from maintaining a class B license?
Helicopter pilots, fireboat pilots, fireboat mates, arson investigators, and BC or higher
83
What type of license do non-fire certified members hold?
Class C
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Members who ride outside of state, members who no longer need a Class B license, and members who obtain a Class A license stating not used for outside employment must forward an F-225 to what commanders?
Out of state license to ops, no need for Class B and new Class A to bureau
85
What are the correct endorsements required for firefighter through captain for license requirement?
Class A or B, tank and hazardous materials, DL-51, air brakes “X” endorsements required
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Which section of the department gets notified when members license is suspended or revoked?
In service training
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How long will members receive an “admin per se” after being arrested for DUI?
30 days, driving privileges will be suspended or revoked
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Who does the member who’s license has been suspended or revoked forward an F-225 to with all pertinent info?
To their BC
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When member received an admin per se after DUI, the member will forward an F-225 to ops and IST within how many days?
7 days
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A member shall obtain a form DL170, signed by a certified DMV examiner from IST when original issuance of class A or B license, change from class B to A, or when license expires for more than how many months?
6 months
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Members must submit DL 44, DL 51 and 51A to DMV and pass written exam, obtain DMV learners permit, Request DL51 and 51A from drivers coordinator, and complete drivers training program in the F-170 (certificate of driving skill) in order to obtain what?
Original license
92
If a member has a restriction in license it should be noted in PRB (page 6, F- 731) with what color ink?
Red
93
How many members are permitted to leave an apparatus when shopping for mess?
1 member
94
It is department policy for all members to participate in mess, unless?
Officially excused
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Who has the authority to excuse members from participating in mess?
Division
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Excusing members from mess after how many months of issue and must be renewed?
6 months
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What reasons may be justified for exclusion from mess with an F-225 including proof forwarded to division?
Letter from private or city doctor for special diet and exclusion
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For delinquent mess payments, station commanders should be notified of any member failing to make payments for how many shifts?
5 or more
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For house dues participation, no member shall be excluded from payment of dues or enjoyment of benefits where as many as how many members participate?
Half
100
How long shall receipts be maintained for all purchases made through house dues?
3 years
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How long shall deposit receipts be retained for and how many members should verify deposits of house due money?
3 years, 2 members
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How long should a copy of voting for house dues be retained for?
6 months
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How is the voting process elected?
By majority vote
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How are house dues coordinators elected?
By majority vote
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Who has final authority on specific manner of security for all areas of the work location as far as house dues?
Work location commanders
106
For house dues, IOUs should not take an IOU against house dues unless majority vote of the members decided to utilize what system?
IOU system
107
Within how many days shall IOUs be paid back?
30 days
108
Who is responsible for reporting the death of a active or retired member to MFC immediately?
Duty of member who receives notice
109
What 4 things do you provide to MFC when reporting death of a member?
Date, time, place and cause
110
When shall members family be notified when member is killed?
As soon as practical
111
Personal notification of members death will be made by what 4 members of department notification team?
Fire Chief, chaplain, member of LAFRA and person identified as next of kin in NSS
112
How often shall station commanders audit info for next of kin?
Periodically
113
If deceased member lives outside a reasonable travel distance, what 2 apparatus can be used to transport department notification team?
Department helicopters or LAPDs fixed wing air craft
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The funeral detail shall report to officer in charge at least how many minutes prior to service time?
30 mins
115
What shall members of the funeral detail wear?
Dress uniform and well groomed
116
Black badge covers are worn horizontally and directed by who?
Fire Chief
117
Badge covers shall be worn from time of death and until conclusion of what?
Funeral
118
Badge covers are available through what organization?
LAFRA
119
Who must a member get approval from for accepting off duty employment or participating in any outside business enterprise?
Fire Chief or designated representative
120
Members make entries in an F-726 located in what book after approval for outside employment?
PRB
121
What members comprise the department chaplains?
Sworn and non sworn members
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What are the department chaplains designed for?
Support system, not to take place of spiritual leader
123
After completing the certification process to become a chaplain, who approves them to be chaplains?
Board of Fire Commissioners
124
Who are the department chaplains available at all times through?
MFC (OCD)
125
For United way donations, what is the suggested ”amount” donated, 24 times times a year?
“Standard of giving”
126
For United way, who supplies members designation forms during the fall?
Division
127
For SOD, what 2 ways can it be compensated?
Cash or Time
128
How many days in advance can SOD be cancelled after notifying station commander?
Minimum 5 days prior to SOD day
129
Who can assign member to work to fill a vacancy that has not been filled voluntarily?
Division
130
How is EOD (emergency overtime duty) compensated?
Cash only
131
Members working platoon duty shall be assigned time off in lieu of paid what granted to city employees?
Paid holidays
132
All platoon members are assigned to how many different letter holidays?
1 of 21, A-U
133
Members have a time frame of how many months to exchange holidays through BC approval?
Within 2 month period
134
Can holidays be rescheduled into the next calendar year?
No
135
Are members assumed to take holiday off?
Yes, unless otherwise indicates
136
How far out are members hired for their holidays and when do they require a guarantor?
Hired 9 days out, if cancellation require guarantor for less than 5 days
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How many floating holidays do members get and must be scheduled before September 1st of each year?
1 floating holiday (12 hours)
138
During what 7 holidays can floating holiday not be used?
Xmas, Xmas eve, New Years, New Years eve, Easter, Labor Day, and thanksgiving
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How will members be compensated for working their holiday?
Cash or time off
140
How will time be charged if member goes off NIOD or FE while working scheduled holiday?
Against scheduled holiday
141
How many hours a week are members required to do cardiovascular exercises?
Minimum 2 hours
142
When shall a warm-up or flexibility exercise be performed?
Within 1/2 hour of participation
143
Who has the authority to restrict members from participating in on duty athletics who physical condition may cause injury or aggravate previous injuries?
Operation commander
144
What are the 2 approved athletic activities for cardiovascular benefits by the LAFD?
Handball and racquetball
145
Who gives permission to members for using department facilities for approved athletic activities?
Station commander
146
What shall the racquet for racquet ball have?
Nylon or leather cord attached to handle worn around wrist at all times
147
What type of eye wear does USHA recommend when playing handball or racquetball?
Unaltered lenses eye protection
148
What 4 personal property can be reimbursed after been damaged due to the performance of the employees duties and not the fault of the employee?
Eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures and clothing
149
Can tools be reimbursed if lost or stolen (if occurred as a result of the employees duties)?
Yes
150
What’s the only jewelry (around wrist) that can be reimbursed and only limited up to $50 reimbursement?
Watches
151
Who do you report loss or damaged personal items to?
Supervisor promptly
152
What is the form for reimbursement and must forward an F-225 through channels to bureau within 5 days along with the reimbursement form?
FG-130 (claim for reimbursement), to bureau along with F-225
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How much can you get reimbursed for eye glasses?
$35 minus a $5 deductible
154
Clothing is computed on the basis of a how many month life expectancy?
36 months
155
For reimbursement, if claims are less than this amount, claim will be denied
$5
156
What are performance evaluations designed for?
To identify and as needed to improve a members performance through regular appraisal, guidance, and constructive action
157
Who establishes control over performance evaluations?
Bureau commander
158
How must evaluation of subordinates be made?
As objective as possible
159
What form general form do officers use for recognition of exceptional performance?
Form general 79, notice of commendation
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What form do officers use to correct a deficiency (performance or behavior)?
F-1104, personnel notice
161
What are 5 the different ratings an officer can give a member?
``` Outstanding, superior well above standard Excellent, above standard Satisfactory, meets standard Improvement needed, sometimes fails Unsatisfactory, consistently fails ```
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If after an interview between officer and member where the member does not concur with rating, the member is suppose to make a statement on back of form for reason or submit what form including statement?
F-225 with statement
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What is the members performance evaluation form?
F-1122
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What is the evaluation form for officer?
F-1132
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What is the evaluation form for probationary FF?
F-1142
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An annual evaluation form shall be submitted how many days prior to anniversary date in present rank or grade?
45 days
167
When is the members anniversary date for firefighters?
Date appointed to drill tower
168
Shall a performance evaluation be completed and forwarded for personnel due for longevity or 6th step?
Yes
169
When do newly promoted captains get evaluated and will be entered in PRB F-728?
At 2 months and 5 months of rank
170
If a member is transferring, a transfer evaluation will substitute for the annual evaluation if effective within a how many day period to members anniversary date?
90 day
171
If a member is transferring after this many months following annual no transfer evaluation required?
9 months
172
If a probationary promoted member receives an unsatisfactory performance evaluation, who shall an F-225 be forwarded to?
Bureau commander and to fire chief of such employee is not recommended for permanent appointment
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Do personnel under pay grade advancement procedures serve a probationary period (example: captain 2)?
No, date of pay grade advancement serves as new anniversary date
174
For recommendation for longevity pay for FF and FF/PM an F-1122 shall be forwarded how many days before completion of 10th, 15th, and 20th year anniversary?
45 days
175
For recommendation of 6th step pay an F-1122 or F-1132 shall be forwarded how many days prior to eligibility?
45 days
176
Performing act of conspicuous heroism and or bravery at extreme risks will give what kind of commendation?
Metal of valor
177
Action rendering aid, which poses calculated risk or which brings significant credit to department will give what kind of merit?
Award of merit
178
An emergency or non emergency act requiring initiative or ability worthy of recognition, is a letter is from fire chief and what kind of commendation?
Letter of commendation
179
Within how many days shall the disposition of actions for honorary awards be completed by?
90 days
180
If a member is killed in the line of duty what shall happen to the members badge?
Shall be retired, never used again
181
What board presents a certificate of appreciation to retiring members?
Board of Fire Commissioners
182
What is maximum leave (days) a member is permitted to be absent from duty for?
No period exceeding 65 days including VC will be granted
183
For deviation of maximum leave, who shall the request be made to?
Fire Chief
184
What are the 8 major holiday?
``` New Year’s Day Easter Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year’s Eve ```
185
Who prescribes methods of compensation for SOD?
Fire Chief
186
What is the maximum hours banked of SOD and AOD in a pay period, an excess of more than maximum hours must be approved by fire chief?
216 hours
187
Time in lieu of pay is taken in what increments?
1 day (12 hours)
188
Who do members submit an F-225 to for requesting conversion of banked time to cash?
Their respective battalion office
189
For accrued overtime, what is the maximum amount of leaves per calendar month?
6 days
190
What is the max leave for military leaves?
Long term (more than 30 days)
191
What is the max civil service leave?
In excess of 15 days
192
What is the max disciplinary leave?
In excess of 15 days
193
What is maximum for family emergency?
6 shifts per year (12 days)
194
What is the maximum sick time accumulation for workdays at 100%, 75%, and 50%?
136 work days at 100% -12 days per year 105 work days 75% - 5 days per year 105 work days at 50% - 5 days per year
195
For a member separated from LAPD and then hired with the LAFD within how many days can they have balance of sick time restored?
Within 7 days
196
If a member is off for this amount of time they shall not receive full salary compensation (IOD)?
Longer than 1 year
197
How many days off do platoon duty members get for bereavement leave per death?
2, 24 hour shifts per death, for simultaneous family death will be considered as 1 occurrence
198
If Fire Chief requires verification of death in family, what 4 types of verifications will they need for bereavement leave?
Newspaper funeral notice with date Death certificate Funeral service publication Other authoritative resource
199
For members return to duty from illness or death in family, members may request a specific 12 (1 day) or 24 (2 day) hours to return at end of requested leave
1 day leave 0630-1830 RTD 1830 same day 1 day leave 1830-0630 RTD 0630 at end of leave 2 day leave 0630-0630 RTD 0630 at end of leave
200
If member does not have sufficient time in which to vote outside of working hours, how much time while on duty will they be given to vote and with a 2 shift notice in advance must be given to commanding officer?
2 hours
201
How many months of family leave will be granted for childbirth, adoption, etc?
Max of 4 months per year regardless of incident
202
What is the maximum months of disciplinary leave (suspension)?
6 months
203
What is the max time off for trades (F-360) per month?
144 hours
204
What is the max time off for trades (F-360) per year?
144 hours off in calendar year, in addition to monthly allowance
205
So what are the minimum amount of hours members can trade?
6 hours
206
How much VC does a member with 1 year on but less than 10 years on the job get per year?
16 vacation days (8 shifts)
207
How much VC does a member with 10-30 years on the job get per year?
24 days (12 shifts)
208
How much VC does a member with 30 years or more on the job get per year?
25 days (12 1/2) shifts
209
Who does the LA Admin code authorize to defer vacations from 1 year to the next?
Fire Chief
210
How many segments are platoon duty personnel required to take off per year?
1 segment (3 consecutive shifts)
211
Can members work their remaining VC for compensation?
Yes, but shall not be changed for compensation purposes
212
How many hours can be banked per MOU?
432 hours
213
How far in advance does the member need to inform commander that they intend to work the VC?
9 days
214
How many days of VC can members float per year?
All but 12 days
215
If members wish to float VC (frag) what form must be filled out in NSS and requires a guarantor?
F-361 with guarantor
216
If by September 1st all days not previously worked or taken off for vacation, what 3 options shall be implemented?
Scheduled to work, taken off during remainder of year, deferred for following year
217
What 6 days can you not float (frag) VC?
``` New Years Easter Labor Day Thanksgiving Xmas Eve Xmas ```
218
Members taking the segments of thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and day off must secure a guarantor at least 9 days prior to days but no more than how many days in advance?
60 days
219
Members taking individual days off such as Easter, New Year’s Eve, thanksgiving, Xmas Eve, Independence Day and Xmas must secure guarantor at least how many days before and not more than how many days in advance?
9 days, 60 days
220
At what time does the 1st day begin and last day end when a member is IOD or NIOD?
Starts at 0800, ends at 2000
221
When a member is released for duty, what is the time they are officially available for platoon members and special duty members?
Platoon 2000 hours, special duty nearest whole hour
222
Who arranges necessary emergency care 24 hours a day and follow up care during regular business hours?
Medical liaison unit (MLU)
223
How do you get in contact MLU during normal business hours and after hours?
During business hours call direct (if no phone available thru MFC) and other hours obtain on call thru MFC
224
During what 3 instances shall the members supervisor contact MLU?
All class of IOD or possible IOD, hospital admission due IOD or NIOD, and members scheduled for admission to hospital, sanitarium, or rest home
225
IOD procedures, keep animal in immediate area, MFC contacts rabies control center, and on 5020 include address of injury, name, address, and phone number of owner when a member is what by an animal?
Bitten
226
What 3 actions are taken when a member is assaulted?
Contact members BC and police response requested, MLU contacted and member goes to first care even if no injuries, and request that assailant be arrested and charged with assault on FF
227
For blood donations, platoon members shall donate blood at a time which permits how many hours of elapsed time before duty?
24 hours
228
How many hours do special duty members assigned to bargaining unit shall be granted time while on duty to donate blood and 4 times a year?
1 hour
229
If a member needs blood what organization do they contact?
LAFRA
230
If member unable to contact a LAFRA trustee or offices, they shall advise their doctor they only want blood from which association and that LAFRA will guarantee replacement?
Red Cross
231
What unit does a member notify if member becomes disabled or injured while on vacation?
MLU
232
What unit should a member seek advice for medical treatment for non emergency NIOD use?
MLU
233
If emergency IOD, what should be considered?
Proper care
234
For IOD, what officer administers workers compensation?
City workers compensation officer
235
When shall an injury be reported to your supervisor?
Promptly
236
If you desire a change from your treating physician you make the request from MLU to workers compensation officer, and within how many days will he furnish you a certain 5 physicians names?
Within 12 days
237
For first care at the central receiving clinic, what are the normal business hours?
0730-1600
238
What 3 type of services are available at the central receiving clinic during business hours?
Return to duty for NIOD injury/illness, medical record office, and pharmacy
239
During recovery, if a member wishes to leave general area of residence who must the secure permission from in writing and final approval through MLU?
Treating doctor in writing
240
How often shall platoon duty members contact their supervisor when off duty and injured/ill?
Once a segment
241
How often shall a special duty member contact their supervisor while off duty due to injury/illness?
Weekly basis
242
When shall a member contact the MLU?
After each doctors visit
243
Who’s responsibility is it for tracking members off duty IOD/NIOD?
Station/unit commander
244
The off duty members what contacts MLU on the 1st business day of each month to relay info to MLU?
Station/unit commander
245
Each time station commanders makes contact with member, where do they make entries containing all details?
F-2
246
For visitation, who visits the member when off IOD?
MLU, but does not preclude visits by members supervisor
247
Who visits a member off NIOD?
Immediate supervisor, BC nearest the members place of living maybe requested as well
248
What are the 2 reasons officers are dispatched to emergency facilities where members are receiving first care for IOD?
To assure members receive necessary care and to provide MFC with info needed to provide next of kin
249
What 4 medical examinations are scheduled every 2 years that personnel shall schedule on duty?
Return from extended leaves, DL51A renewal, IOD or NIOD work fitness determination, and exit medical (optional)
250
What is the LAFD medical treatment certificate?
F-1000
251
When do platoon duty members return to duty following notification?
0630 or 1830
252
When do special duty members return to duty following notification?
Nearest whole hour to the time of reporting to duty or time release to duty by medical services division
253
For NIOD illness is an F-1001 required for 3 consecutive calendar days or less?
Only at commanding officers discretion
254
For NIOD illness/injury, is an F-1001 required for 4 - 30 consecutive calendar days?
Yes
255
For NIOD illness/injury, what 2 things are required for more than 30 consecutive calendar days off duty?
F-1001, RTD exam thru medical services division
256
When a member calls in sick on an assign hire, they must go to doctors and secure F-1001 or medical certificate, forward an F-166B “sick on assign hire day” date and time sick to MLU, and supervisor may request assessment by doctor or what division?
OSHA division
257
When a member calls in sick on a SOD day, an officer may request medical treatment certificate or F-1001, include F-166B “sick on sod day”, and supervisor may request assessment by doctor or what division?
OSHA
258
Who prescribes uniform, uniform maintenance, and grooming standards for the LAFD?
Fire Chief
259
Any type of hair style is accepted by the LAFD as long as style does not lessen the protection required for safety and shall not be what?
Ragged or unkept
260
The length of the members hair on back of head shall not extend over top of collar of what uniform?
Dress uniform
261
The sides of a members ears may be covered but not the lower how many inches of the ear?
1”
262
How bulky can a members hair be and shall not interfere with members face piece proper fit?
Shall not exceed 1 1/2” in depth, 1” on sides and maximum 1/4” beyond outer edge of ear
263
A female members hair if long shall be pulled back and secured off neck and face, hair no longer than bottom of ear, accessories such as hair clips and pins that match color of hair may be used, when in dress uniform hair shall fit under cap, and if in a ponytail cannot be longer than how many inches from top of collar and bulk of hair not exceed a depth of how many inches?
If ponytail worn, cannot extend longer than 6” from top of collar and bulk shall not exceed 2” depth
264
How long can side burns be (2 factors)?
Shall not extend beyond inner seal of facepiece (breathing apparatus)and shall not exceed below horizontal line level with bottom point of ear with head erect
265
What are the 5 rules for mustaches?
Shall not cover upper lip, protrude beyond natural “smile” crease, extend beyond 1/2” below corner of mouth, no beards of goatees, and no extreme styling of mustaches
266
When shall members be cleaned shaven by?
0800
267
What kind of jewelry are members allowed to wear?
No jewelry allowed on uniform or personal, religious and medical alert can be worn under uniform
268
Can sunglasses and wrist watches be worn?
Yes as long as they blend in with color of uniform (black, brown, silver, gold, etc)
269
When was the tattoo, scarification, branding policy out into effect prohibiting members from brandishing them while on duty?
May 1, 2008
270
What are 2 approved methods of covering tattoos and other markings?
Ace bandage or band-aid no larger than 4x4
271
Who can grant a 1 time exemption from tattoo policy if coverage impedes in members safety?
Operations
272
Members will be prohibited from getting tattoos or other markings after policy date if they cannot be covered by what 2 things?
Uniform or skin patch
273
For uniform specifications, all uniforms shall comply with requirements of Los Angeles city uniform specifications which are recorded where?
S and M
274
At what 6 instances shall the dress uniform be worn?
Official appearances before fire commission Appearances before fire Chief Appearances before board of rights (except when accused) Appearances in court when the city is a party Appearing at any administrative hearing Anytime directed or when appropriate
275
What 7 items make up for the approved work uniform for captains and non officer?
Nomex work pants or nomex wildland pants Nomex work shirt Appropriate foot wear (safety boots) Black, gray or white socks Belt and buckle Badge Uniform cap or helmet per commanding officer
276
What are the 4 approved optional wear a member can wear?
Uniform sweater with badge and nameplate T shirt with Los Angeles fire department logo (only approved for captains in place of work shirt) Blauer soft shell and tacshell work jacket Dickie style work jacket
277
When will the dickies jack no longer be an approved optional wear?
By July 1, 2020
278
When can night attire be worn?
After 2000 hour
279
What are the 7 items approved for nightwear?
100% cotton sweatshirt identifiable by a 1/4 zip soft collar Firefighter job shirt identifiable by pullover style 1/4 zip with soft denim collar and elbow patches T shirt or sweatshirt with LAFD logo FF job shirt Brush jacket Turn out coat Uniform sweater
280
Where shall personal protective equipment be secured if company out of quarters away from rig?
Inside cab or compartment
281
What is an open cab apparatus?
No over head covering
282
What is a covered cab apparatus?
Top only, no side covering
283
What is an enclosed cab (1980-1992)?
Factory enclosed cab with open jump seats
284
What is a fully enclosed cab (after 1992)?
Factory enclosed
285
When are the 8 shall helmets be worn?
``` Emergency operations Deemed appropriate by commanding officer Driving/riding emergency apparatus, not required on enclosed/fully enclosed cab) Outside drills Hazardous detail When ever safety helmets are required Directing traffic When ID as a FF is considered good PR ```
286
When are the 2 times shall gloves be worn?
FF gloves during firefighting operations Work gloves during overhaul or anytime protection is needed
287
Turn out coats shall be worn at all emergencies except for what 4 times?
``` Automatic alarms until on scene Grass/brush fires Overhaul (brush jacket in lieu) EMS Must be worn for traffic directing (brush jacket ok) ```
288
What 4 times shall turn out pants be worn?
All reported fires except grass or brush fires not involving structures Hazardous materials incident Automatic alarms Discretion of company commander
289
When are the 3 times shall the SCBA not be worn?
Company commander specifically determines that SCBA is no longer required Partially depleted air cylinders are to be replaced immediately While responding in moving apparatus, exception: split seats configured for SCBA
290
When are the 2 times shall dust respirators be used?
Only in well ventilated areas | Over haul and other operations protecting against non toxic substance
291
The firefighting hood shall be worn at all emergencies where the turn out coat is required to be worn such as what 5 incidents?
``` Firefighting activities Exposure protection Ventilation operations Auto fires Dumpster fires ```
292
Body armor shall be worn in a fashion that does not enable it to be seen and whenever personnel feel necessary, along with what 8 instances?
``` Assaults with deadly weapon/violent crimes Domestic violence Shootings Stabbings Police stand by (sniper incidents) Other violent crimes or conditions Tactical alert FD needs help ```
293
When shall lightweight over pants (brush pants) be worn and shall not be worn without work pants underneath or at structure/auto fires?
Brush/grass fires
294
When shall web belts/canteen/fire shelter be worn?
Brush/grass fires, shelter worn in hip area for quick access
295
When shall safety goggles be worn?
During appropriate emergency incidents and at all times when there are possible eye hazards
296
When shall one-piece face masks/eye shield be worn?
Prior to rendering patient care, shall be carried on all department vehicles and apparatus
297
Where shall the members last name be placed on a brush jacket and how large is the stencil?
2” below LAFD, 1 1/2” stencil
298
Where shall the members last name be on a turn out coat and how large is the stencil?
1” above lowest reflective strip, 1 1/2” stencil
299
Can members embroider their names on PPEs?
No, it is restricted
300
For identification of dual function FF/PM, the 2” wide blue reflective band gets placed on their turn out and brush jackets how many inches below shoulder on both arms?
4 to 6 inches
301
Where do members put their last names on turn out pants?
Inside top of fly flap
302
Members last name is identified on their helmets with what size capitalized red letter centered on outer rear brim?
1”
303
No other identification or emblems will be allowed on helmets except for what number?
Useful information such as telephone number stickers may be placed inside crown of helmet
304
What shall all firefighting helmets have for numbering plates and what size numbers should the number plates have?
2”x3 1/2” Velcro loop on helmet 2 1/2”x 2 1/2” number plates with 2 1/4” x 1 1/2” numbers for 2 digit stations, 2 1/4” x 1” for 3 digit stations
305
What color numbers do hazardous material companies have?
Green
306
What type of gray reflective decal band is attached on sides of helmet?
3M 580 scotch or 1”x4” equivalent
307
Who approves the need for and manner of marking other department issues PPE?
ESB Commander
308
The specifications for work caps are baseball style, adjustable strap, elastic one size fits all, or fitted what size silver lettering with with border, gold lettering optional for chiefs color shall match members uniform?
1”
309
The work cap shall be worn when helmet/uniform hat not required and curved bill facing forward and shall not cover what?
Cover ears
310
Who is the custodian of badges and insignia?
Fire administration of administrative service bureau
311
When shall the badge be worn?
Left breast at all times while in dress, on work uniform shirt at all times when shirt is worn as outer most garment
312
Can badges have jewelry or insignia type pins such as flags affixed to them?
No
313
How shall department badges and insignia be cleaned?
Soap and water, bristle brush, dry with cloth Metal polish or cleaner under no circumstances should be used
314
What do service stripe or hash marks signify?
5-years of service for each stripe
315
How are hash marks placed on dress uniform?
At 45-degree angle on left sleeve, 1 1/2” above top of left cuff
316
If 2 or more hash marks on cuff, should they continue to be 1 hash mark each or multiple hash marks together?
Multiple hash marks on a common backing not added one by one
317
Where are name plates placed if shirt has a single pocket?
On right side of uniform level with center of badge
318
Where does the name go when member has 2 pockets?
Embroidered above upper edge of the right pocket
319
If member has medal of valor, how shall it be worn in dress uniform for non officer and officers?
Non officer, left breast pocket below top pocket 1/4” Officers, left breast pocket centered top of opening and seam
320
Who establishes load and speed limits for all roadway bridges?
Department of public works, structural and geotechnical engineering division
321
When shall members normally arise when on duty?
No later than 0630
322
When is early relief?
90 minutes prior to scheduled hour of duty of the oncoming platoon
323
For proper relief, if member is not relieved, under who’s approval do they have to leave?
BC
324
If members are not relieved by 0800 that shall receive what?
EOD time
325
Who is responsible for removal and storage of a members PPEs?
The member who’s PPEs are to be removed and stored
326
When member reports to duty, they shall be responsible for what 4 things upon arrival?
Placing PPE on apparatus Checking SCBA, facepiece, radio, cell phone Place accountability magnetic strips on assigned apparatus Being prepared for immediate response
327
Who’s responsibility is to in addition, check their apparatus and equipment?
Drivers or tillerman
328
When shall you notify officer when you will be tardy?
As soon as possible
329
For AWOL members, they are required to forward an F-225 to who and members supervisor will add time of tardiness and information to report?
Bureau
330
Who will give instructions for platoon relief at a fire and if not available, MFC will give instructions?
BC
331
If platoon relief is to be made at scene of emergency how shall members be transported?
In department vehicles
332
When is platoon change line up?
0800
333
Assembly of all members present, in a straight line, at attention, and in proper uniform at a place in quarters designated by BC is the definition of what?
Line up
334
For line up for special occasions, members tender a salute for what 3 members?
Active chief officers Mayor Members of board of fire commisioners
335
Officers will consider members for detail based on what 4 things?
Qualifications of members Development of members Volunteers Date of members last detail
336
How will transportation for details be accomplished?
Shall be provided by department whenever practicable If sufficient advance notice, member reporting directly from and to detail assignment
337
Flags shall be displayed at all department facilities during what hours of the day?
0800-1700 each day, weather permitting
338
On Memorial Day, the flag be shall flown at half-staff until what hour of the day?
Until 1200 and raised to the peak for the remainder of the day
339
When member passes, how long is flag flown half-staff?
When notified by MFC until after memorial services
340
For flag formation, what shall be provided when flag is carried in department formation?
Color guard
341
What 5 things are the requirements for a fire cadet to ride along on RAs?
EMT completion Oral interview with EMS captain Completed 500 hours ride along with fire company Station commander contacted a minimum of72 hours prior to ride out Report to fire station on scheduled day 1/2 ahead of time
342
For voter registration program, forms will be distributed at a convenient place in quarters between what time daily?
0800-2000
343
What 3 size outlets are hydrants equipped with and conform to NST threading?
2 1/2”, 4”, or combination of both
344
What are the 4 different categories of hydrants?
SFH - single fire hydrant 2 1/2” and 4” DFH - double fire hydrant 2 1/2”x4” and 4”x4” SSFH - subsurface fire hydrant BUFH - built up fire hydrant 2 1/2” or 4” BU, assembled of 4”-6” pipe surmounted by angle valve with 2 1/2” or 4” outlet
345
For high pressure hydrants, they shall be painted red when pressure is over what psi initially done by station members?
Over 200 psi
346
What are 3 instances hydrant reflectors (botz dot) are used for?
Hillside areas all hydrants, on flatland mid block and any hydrants obstructed by view
347
Who replaces reflectors for hydrants?
Installed by members
348
Where are reflectors for hydrants and adhesive material available through?
Supply and maintenance
349
What is the form for hydrant record?
F-95
350
For hydrants, what are the 3 station district boundary lines?
Center of street, rivers, or flood control channels
351
Are hydrants designed to regulate volume of flow?
No, open or close fully
352
What city department is responsible for flushing a hydrant or cleaning out a main?
DWP
353
If hydrant is found inoperable or used illegally, who shall be contacted for non emergency situations and if unable to reach notify MFC?
Construction services-hydrant and access unit
354
When hydrant is out of service, the station commander shall make what entry and notify reliefs?
Journalize in F-2
355
If a hydrant is out of service for more than 72 hours, who shall it be reported to and if unable to contact, notify MFC?
Hydrant access unit and BC
356
All permits for the use of water by the public are issued by what city department?
DWP
357
For drills using hydrants, whenever training activities requiring large gpm flows, BC or station commanders must notify constructive services-hydrant access unit how far in advance?
48 hours
358
For hydrants, a routine test should be done how often and testing determined by BC?
At least once a year and max period 12 months
359
When testing hydrants, if valve chatter or water does not come out after 3 full turns close valve and hydrant and report to who?
Constructive services - hydrant access unit
360
What shall be removed from hydrant stems?
Verdigris
361
Can we tighten packing nut on valve stem of hydrant?
Yes, but do not tighten packing nut have “O” ring as packing
362
What form gets issued to property owner or tenant for removal of obstructing vegetation?
Fire/life safety violation (F-340)
363
Are stations required to take static pressure reading of hydrants?
Not once the static pressure has been determined, unless notified to do so by hydrant access unit
364
What is the form for fire hydrant test record?
F-70
365
How many officers need to sign F-70, F-95, changes to private hydrant?
1 officer
366
What forms will be forwarded by constructive services hydrant access unit to districts when new hydrant is installed?
F-367 (fire hydrant report), F-366 (report of private hydrant)
367
What will be listed on F-367 hydrant report?
Street intersection or other designation
368
What is listed on F-366 report of private hydrant?
Private hydrants filed in hydrant test record book May transcribe to F-95 for testing Must file 1 copy of F-366
369
For new hydrants, what 6 things must station commanders do?
``` Check location/test/take pressure/paint top/install reflectors Make changes in hydrant book and map Journal entries Call all stations in 1st alarm Forward forms to BC Complete F-367 to hydrant access unit ```
370
For private hydrants requiring repairs or painting are to be treated by stations or FPB by issuing what forms?
Stations - issue F-340 | FPB - F -44 to FPB
371
For high pressure hydrants found in the topanga canyon-fern wood area you must use what valve before making connections?
Reducing valve
372
If connection to an extreme high pressure hydrant is made without reducing valve you should fill through top of tank or what through broken connection?
Draft
373
What 2 ways are extreme high pressure or subsurface hydrants identified?
Red top and/or high pressure sign attached
374
Where are hard suction hydrants located and what are they designed for?
86s and 91s district, drafting only
375
How far are hydrant valves located from hydrant?
Within 15 feet normally direct line with hydrant and perpendicular to curb
376
How large is the cap and what color is it usually painted that covers gate valve?
6” in diameter, painted blue
377
How else are some gate valves for hydrants located from curb?
Arrows indicated on curb
378
If hydrant cap is greater than 15 feet from hydrant what city department should you call?
DWP
379
What percentage of hydrants are shut off by turning gate valve clockwise?
98%
380
How many turns does it usually take to shut off hydrant gate valve and always count turns?
18-26 turns
381
Of the 56,000 hydrants in the city, what percentage will have the shut off 15 feet from hydrant?
80%
382
When notifying MFC of sheared hydrant, what 3 things should be included in message?
Location of hydrant If hydrant is shut off Number of valves closed
383
What are the 4 PPEs recommended for sheared hydrants?
Helmet, goggles, turnouts or rain gear
384
For alterations and installations of telephones, buzzer systems, etc in quarters, forward an F-225 to what 2 bureaus?
Assistant bureau commander, training and support bureau
385
For repairs on tables, chairs, benches, or other equipment, what division makes repairs?
Supply and maintenance for repairs, members at station shall not make repairs
386
For vending machines, they shall not be installed in quarters unless it benefits who?
All members
387
How often are smoke detectors tested in quarters?
Monthly
388
Battalion order batteries for smoke detectors on what month each year?
January
389
If smoke detector is disabled, what tag do you use to get a replacement at S and M?
F-175
390
For station residency what must happen?
Approval by bureau commander ESB, forward F-225 Submit F-225 when discontinued Confirmation by all officers
391
For any requests to use fire department facilities by personnel or other agencies, who shall we get approval from and shall be in writing if time critical request by telephone?
Administrative offices
392
What are water heaters set at?
140-150 degrees
393
At what ambient temperature should windows be opened and power ventilators discontinued?
66-80 degrees
394
What should temperatures be set to in thermostat for cooling and heating?
68-78 degrees
395
Who permits private cars to be parked at stations?
Station commander
396
Can mechanical work be completed on departmental property?
No
397
How often is battalion inspection?
Every other month within the first 2 weeks of even months
398
Battalion inspections should normally be limited to 1 day during what time of the week in order to minimize the impact on other activities and weekend training?
Weekday
399
What chief officer inspects at battalion inspections?
Battalion or higher
400
What apparatus forms must be completed and available for BC review?
All F-377s
401
Who establishes schedules for cleaning and maintenance of quarters and apparatus?
Station commanders
402
What type of cleaning products do asphalt tiles, quarry tile floors, and carpeted floors require?
Asphalt tiles - vinyl base wax Quarry tiles - damp mopping Carpeted floors - vacuuming, fire facilities section when carpet needs cleaning
403
When not in use, floor polisher brushes shall not be used for what under any conditions?
Scrubbing floors
404
For renovation of fire station lawns, who gets contacted at fire facilities?
Landscape coordinator
405
Who has the overall responsibility for station security?
Station commander, each member shares station security responsibility
406
Who is station watch assigned to?
Non-officer members
407
What chief officer gets notified of any theft/break ins along with what 2 other individuals and an F-225 forwarded to bureau?
Chief, preferably the BC, LAPD gets notified, during business hours bureau commander shall be notified
408
How often shall door timer and operation be checked?
Each morning
409
Who can prohibit entrance of or cause any person to leave quarters?
Officers
410
What are the visiting hours at fire stations?
Visitors not allowed after 2100 hours except for special events (handball tournament, civic dinners, etc), may be extended to 2300 hours
411
For injury/illness of visitor who is not a City employee, forward what form general to administrative office?
Form general 87
412
What 2 forms do visitors sign if subject to possible injury?
F-1109A and F-1109B
413
Who must off duty members entering fire stations identify themselves to?
Commanding officer
414
When are beds for sleeping not occupied?
0630-2000
415
Is sleeping on bedspread prohibited?
Yes
416
For marking of mattresses, what are the different sides of the mattress numbered at, what size and where is the number placed?
Numbered 1-4, 3” in size as near the top edge as possible centered with black felt marker (mattress flipped quarterly)
417
How often are mattresses rotated?
Each quarter
418
When shall members retire to bed between what hours?
2000-2300 arise no later than 0630 Sleeping prohibited between 0630-2000
419
If a member is off duty and wishes to occupy beds in quarters who shall they obtain permission from?
Station commander
420
Can members sleep in their uniforms?
No
421
Are electric blankets allowed for use in stations?
Yes, if extension cords used must be legal and must be picked up each morning
422
What 2 classifications are bulletin boards?
Official and general
423
What classification of bulletin board used for official departmental material, material thru channels, material is of direct official interest and station commanders post info for 30 days, after file in convenient place?
Official business
424
What classification bulletin board is used for material of interest to members, officers screen material for highly or offense material?
General
425
For recognized employee organization, after how many days shall material be removed from bulletin board?
60 days
426
For lounge chairs, before purchasing who do you forward F-225 to?
Bureau, chairs must all be same style
427
Are restrooms in fire stations separated by gender and can be cleaned or maintained of someone not of that gender?
Yes
428
What is the fastest method for the public to contact the fire department?
911
429
How are 911 calls received (what department do they go through first)?
LAPD PSR then goes to MFC if fire related call
430
Who is supposed to answer the business phone?
Company commanders
431
What 5 things does it mean when MFC is operating on automatic mode?
``` Long ring tone Dispatch teletype message Audio message over stations public address system with information followed by 5 bells MDC message with call info Gong lights if on ```
432
What 3 things does it mean when MFC is operating in manual mode?
Long ring Audio message over station public address system Gong lights if on
433
What 5 ways are MFCs preference (in order)for relaying emergency messages to fire stations?
``` Dispatch phone (audio alarm) Business phone Administrative teletype Grapevine telephone MDC ```
434
What are 3 ways MFC prefers to contact an apparatus out of quarters?
Radio Private telephone MDC
435
How shall you report still alarms to MFC in quarters?
Business phone
436
What 2 ways shall you report still alarm to MFC out of quarters?
Radio or telephone
437
How do you care for alarm equipment (chimes, gongs, bells, buzzers, etc)?
Dust only, not be washed or painted
438
What do the 4 different number of bells (special signal) mean?
1 bell, routine message 4 bells, urgent 5 bells, dispatch 10 bells, death notice
439
When is burn index transmitted and how for fire danger rating?
0700-0800 hours ``` Low 00-37 Moderate 38-47 High 48-110 Very high 111-161 Extreme 162 and above ```
440
What 3 things make a red flag alert?
When burning index is in the extreme range (greater than 162), humidity is 15% or less, wind speed greater than 25 mph
441
What are the 3 different test alarms (times) MFC does?
0630 - 3 bells 0800 - test message (requires answer back) 1700 - repeat of 0800 (requires answer back)
442
What do the 2 Sunday morning alarm test consist of?
0800 test outside fire phone (do not press answer back) | 0815 emergency traffic tone (station commander shall monitor)
443
When is the answer back required (3 instances)?
``` Upon receipt of alarm 0800 and 1700 tests (wait 3 seconds) Special notice Do not use on outside phone test Do not use answer back until MFC completed message and states “metro clear” ```
444
How shall members carry and operate their radio equipment? (What mode)
Repeat mode, only place in direct if radio transmission problems
445
When in AVI, you must be able to respond within how many seconds?
60 seconds
446
When CAV, fire companies and RAs must be able to respond within how long?
Fire companies respond within 3 minutes | RAs respond within 60 seconds
447
What are 5 reasons to be NAV?
Annual aerial/pump test Staffing shortages Mandated training/continued education approved by ESB commander Mechanical breakdown/change over/oil change Decon of personnel and equipment
448
What are the 3 different radio tones?
Single tone - signal (beep) urgent non emergency message Triple tone - emergency message High/low - alternating tone for emergency traffic
449
What channel shall companies be in when they are on move ups?
Channel the move up area operates in upon leaving quarters or when dispatched
450
What is the emergency trigger (channel 6)?
Used to alert MFC of life threatening situations
451
Time out timers on radios terminate radio transmission within how many seconds?
30-60 seconds
452
Portable radios be shall tested during what 3 instances?
Once a week, after extended use (fires, etc), if water damage remove battery as soon as possible
453
Portable radio batteries shall be replaced at what 5 times?
``` Each morning at relief Continuous use in excess of 3 hours Low battery indicator Audible chirp sound Battery must be 80% or needs to be exchanged with radio monitor ```
454
Clean portable radios with mild detergent of what percent solution, use small bristle brush, dry radio and batteries with cloth?
0.5%
455
What is the monthly check for portable radios?
Check all channels not normally used, F-973
456
Who do you notify for lost portable radios?
Metro floor captain immediately
457
Grievance representatives shall be provided how much amount of time paid off to process?
Reasonable
458
A Grievance is a disputed concerning interpretation of the MOU or rules and regulations governing what 2 things?
Working conditions and personnel practices
459
When a member request and explanation for denying a transfer, member shall submit how many F-225?
2
460
When a member voluntarily resigns, a verbal notification to who is required along with an F-225 to fire chief?
Division
461
When a member is off duty but requests to be placed off for death in the family, the request should be to what commander?
Battalion commander
462
Upon return to duty from family illness or a death in the family, member should forward what form?
F-49
463
Scheduled events, such as a retirement dinner is scheduled and recorded through what unit?
Community services unit
464
When a member makes contact with an elected official, promptly notify which chief?
Chief of staff
465
When completing a members evaluation, a common error station commanders make is what?
Leniency
466
When injured, Form State DWC Form 1 must be provided to the employee within how many hours?
24 hours
467
When a member returns from a military long term leave, officers shall forward what form general to BC for forwarding to the fire chief?
FG-68
468
When injured, officers shall complete the F-5020 within how many hours?
24 hours
469
Failure to comply with the wearing of the LAX approved escort identification badge on an AOA may result in fines up to how much?
$11,000
470
The wearing of the LAX approved escort identification badge meets what official code?
Fed reg 49 CFR
471
If a CAL OSHA inspector arrives at a station, commanders shall immediately notify which officer?
Department safety officer or city safety engineer
472
Members requesting to be administratively detailed as an official representative of approved employee organizations shall secure approval weekly on how many letterheads?
2
473
Grievance is a dispute concerning the interpretation of application of a written MOU or rules and regulations, which administrative bulletin has information for grievances?
Admin bulletin #7
474
When a member desires off duty employment, member shall secure approval from the Fire Chief in what form?
F-1150
475
Female fingernails shall not be longer than how many inches beyond tip of finger and polish pale in color?
1/8 inch
476
Female dress shoes are black heels 1 3/4” wide, no more than 2 5/8” tall and no less than how many inches?
5/8”
477
Members assigned to ESB and TSB below the rank of BC are notified of promotion how?
Through channels
478
For portable radio antennas, the XTS 5000 VHF antenna is how long?
8 1/2”
479
Routine station training shall be based on what 2 needs?
Individual and company needs
480
Reimbursement for on duty training, improve training of firefighters, an F-393 entry required, and a report to IST by 5th of each month are for what type of program?
CAL JAC program
481
When a daily or weekly audio test is not conducted within how many minutes of 0800 or 1700, notify MFC?
15 minutes