Volume 4 Flashcards
(196 cards)
1
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For ordering supplies or services, which volume of the MOPs establishes step by step procedures to be followed by all members?
A
Volume 4
2
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When calls are made to department subdivisions regarding service or supply furnished by subdivision, who shall they be made to?
A
The office of the subdivision, not a particular person
3
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To obtain a service regularly by department subdivisions, what are the 2 ways it can be accomplished?
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System requisition system (SRS) for exchanges or repairs
Station or unit commander verbally contacts department subdivision for service
4
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One which if not made would cause damage to persons or property or seriously hamper emergency operations is known as what type of repair?
A
Emergency repair
5
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Emergency requests are made in what 3 ways?
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Station or unit commander makes verbal request to department subdivision responsible
If closed, contact MFC
If normal service, submit request ASAP
6
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Who do station or unit commanders contact if they desire info from store room?
A
Call “stores information” direct
7
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For an inventory item, what SRS requisition is required, include description of item and serial/ID tag and print 2 copies, station copy, attach to item?
A
“Credit”
8
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For salvageable items, if a person wishes to purchase discarded items (fire hose), what division of general services will they be referred to?
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Salvage division
9
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For red rags, how many rags shall be tied in a bundle with F-175, forwarded to battalion HQ or designated station?
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Bundles of 50
10
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For dust cloths, who does the S an M deliver driver exchange dirty cloths on a one for one basis with?
A
Battalion HQ or designated station
11
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Are members allowed to disassemble nozzles for servicing?
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No, shall be exchanged or repaired on one for one basis thru shops
12
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For furniture, are members allowed to repair or alter tables, benches, chairs, etc?
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No, shall be tagged with F-175
13
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For furniture, what will shops do if beyond repair and if not available request thru SRS out for credit for back order?
A
Exchange item with item in good condition
14
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For new furniture, they will be ordered and designated through what committee?
A
Budget committee
15
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What section arranges for repairs of office equipment?
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Building administration section (BAS)
16
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Typewriters, adding machines, paper shredders, memory writers, dictaphone, time clocks, time stamps, and microfilm duplicators are considered what types of equipment?
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Officer equipment
17
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What 5 things are not considered “office equipment”?
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Fax machines Photocopiers Computers Telephones Answering machines
18
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For repairs of office equipment, who does the repairs through BAS, and if cannot repair on site station will be provided a loaner?
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A vendor
19
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If equipment is considered condemned, forward the equipment with an F-175 tag with requisition to who?
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S and M
20
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For bedding, what 4 things are originally issued by the City upon graduation of drill tower?
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1 pad mattress
2 white sheets
1 pillow
1 pillow case
21
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How often is waste oil picked up from stations, station commanders contact storeroom counter to schedule pick up?
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On an as needed basis
22
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How many times a year are department issued bedspreads laundered according to schedules issued in weekly bulletins?
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Twice a year
23
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For soiled bedspreads, how many spreads per bundle and forward to battalion HQ with F-175 where they are then exchanged at S and M?
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10 spreads to a bundle where possible
24
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For wall washing equipment, who notifies “storekeeper” and arranges for transportation of equipment (scaffolding) verbally?
A
Station commander
25
Upon retirement or termination, who do we forward our turn outs to?
Supply and maintenance
26
What 2 items are replaced by department and discarded as far as PPEs?
Helmet liner and suspenders
27
What 4 PPE items after worn out in service are replaced?
Gloves
Flashlight
Goggles
Hoods
28
For keys, what form do we use when issued and retained at place of assignment?
F-126
29
What 3 items are issued and shall be returned to personnel services upon termination or retirement?
City ID card
Set of insignia (Cap piece, collar ornaments, wings)
Badge
30
What tool is issued to members and will be repaired or replaced by fire department?
Pliers, channels locks 9 1/2”
31
For facepiece, upon retirement or termination who do you forward it to and do not forward inside of turn out pouch?
Rescue maintenance
32
Who is responsible for ensuring that member returns all department items upon separation?
Immediate supervisor
33
How often annually shall turn out coat and pants be forwarded to departments authorized vendor to be cleaned?
Semi annually
34
What are the 7 authorized repairs that can be made to turn outs?
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Rips and tears
Metal fasteners
Wristlets
Adding pockets and pouches
Reflective material
Knee pads
Velcro
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35
What 3 modifications to turn outs are prohibited?
Alteration of coat and pant closure system
Replacing existing snap closure system with zipper or Velcro systems
Relocation of radio pockets
36
There are 2 copies of the brush/PPE repair request, where does each copy go to, forms can be found on intranet under forms?
1 remains at station, 1 goes to vendor with PPE
37
What is the minimum diameter hole cut through garment layers of PPE which would deem them unserviceable and/or beyond repair?
2 inches
38
For private vendor, how often are repairs made of PPEs?
Monthly schedule
39
As of August 1, 2007, the department utilizes what boot PPE system?
3 boot (EMS, turnout, wildland)
40
Boots are replaced when worn out, how long are they normally expected to last?
3 years
41
Who is allowed to place orders in SRS for members requiring replacement boots within a 1 year control period?
Administrative battalion commanders
42
For procuring boots at S and M, what are the business hours for turnout world?
0630-1145 Monday thru Friday
43
For exchanging of old boots for new boots thru turn out world, what shall be included in F-175 tag?
Returned for credit
44
For boot voucher to purchase equivalent value boots through designated vendors, who’s responsibility is it for any additional costs beyond value of voucher?
Members responsibility
45
How many days are vouchers for boots good for?
60 days
46
Can members wear nomex pants with dress coat or shirt?
No, prohibited
47
How many garments of uniforms does the department provide per year?
2
48
When receiving new uniforms, if they do not fit properly what 2 things shall you not do?
Remove tags or launder uniform
49
For procurement of uniforms, if in SRS member selects “department delivers”, member should expect order to be delivered within how many weeks?
2-3 weeks
50
For members who do not wear the standard sizes for PPEs, how many months in advance should they notify turn out world so size needed can be ordered?
6 months
51
Who is the control point and responsible for issuance of gloves, brush goggles, EMS eye pro, helmet liners, hoods, and suspenders?
Battalion commanders
52
Which 4 members are allowed to order business cards?
All chief officers
Captains
Special duty members
Staff assignments
53
All apparatus shall be operated and cared for in accordance with what 3 things?
Department manuals
Logbooks
Instruction received by supply and maintenance?
54
Who contacts field mechanic supervisor regarding service, repair or painting of apparatus and electric or gas powered equipment?
Station commanders
55
What are the regular business hours Monday thru Friday for supply and maintenance?
0600-1530
56
What 2 commanders are responsible for notifying MFC and battalion when company is out of service?
Station commander or company commander
57
What 2 commanders report needed repairs to field repair supervisor?
Station or company commander
58
If company is out of quarters and unable to reach field repair supervisor by phone, what 2 members are responsible for contacting MFC?
Company commander or responsible member
59
If out of quarters and notifying MFC, what 3 details of information shall be provided, MFC shall then contact field repair supervisor?
Type of assignment
Location of apparatus
Nature of repair requested
60
Who is responsible for maintaining correct spare tire, jack and lug wrench for each apparatus assigned to their station?
Station commanders
61
For light vehicles, how many spare tires shall be available at each fire station?
A mounted spare tire to fit each assigned light vehicle
62
At what measurement of tread in inches will tires be exchanged?
1/8” deep or less
63
Who arranges exchanges for tires with shop office?
Station commander
64
For heavy apparatus for tire repair, what 11 details of information shall the station commander provide to the field repair supervisor?
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Apparatus make
Shop number
Tire size and make
Tire location
Radical or bias construction
Tube or tubeless type
Tread design
Tread groove depth
Circumference or height
Number of lug nuts
Wheel type and offset
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65
Emergency repairs shall be reported during what hours?
After business hours of shops
66
What 7 instances defines emergency repairs (DMVRAPC)?
Decreased efficiency to dangerous levels
May result in injury to personal or equipment damage
Vehicles placed out of service because needed repairs
Repairs at large scale emergencies
Accidents requiring immediate attention
Prevent making an emergency response
Causes vehicle to operate in violation of any law
67
What are the procedures for emergency repair other than tires after hours?
Station or Co commander contacts MFC or BC
BC either directs company to change over or notifies division
Division either directs company to change over or directs MFC to contact on call field supervisor
MFC contacts shop field supervisor
Field supervisor determines appropriateness of repair based on status of reserves and feasibility of repair
Field repair supervisor contacts on call mechanic to make repair
68
Who contacts heavy rescue after hours to make tire repairs when available?
BC
69
Who contacts heavy rescue or MFC for emergency tire replacement in quarters?
Responsible officer
70
For recall of additional personnel (mechanics) needed for repairs at major incidents, MFC notifies the on call officer at what division?
S and M
71
For modification and alteration of apparatus, what form must be signed by all station commanders and requested on requisition?
F-80
72
For modification and alteration of apparatus, who investigates and evaluates requisition?
All concerned chief officers
73
Who gives final approval for modification and alterations of apparatus?
Administrative operations chief deputy
74
For sending vehicles to shops who shall it be previously arranged by?
Shop office
75
Can apparatus or vehicles be towed by private contractor without approval from supply and maintenance?
Yes
76
After arrangements to store, deliver, or tow apparatus to shops by shop office, what form must be created in SRS for repairs?
F-80
77
Where shall logbooks remain when apparatus is sent to shops for repairs?
In quarters
78
On weekends or holidays vehicles needing repairs or placed out of service due to damage, where shall apparatus be stored?
In their own quarters or at location vacated by relief apparatus
79
In cases where front line apparatus cannot be stored in quarters or location of vacated relief apparatus, who determines appropriate location?
BC
80
When apparatus returns to quarters when repairs have been performed, what form shall the summary of repairs be transferred to?
Repair record of service logbook (F-705)
81
When do towing charges begin?
At the time the towing contractor arrives on scene and continue until apparatus is delivered to a fire department facility
82
How shall heavy apparatus be transported when towed?
By trailer whenever possible, flat towing will be used only when impractical or unsafe to trailer transport
83
What are the 3 things that determine if an apparatus shall be towed?
Cannot operate safely
Cannot operate legally
Field repair has been denied or field mechanic unable to repair apparatus
84
What are the 5 towing procedures for towing out of quarters?
MFC notifies heavy rescue, tractor company or towing contractor
MFC notifies BC, who makes arrangements for personnel transportation
Company commander makes arrangements for relief apparatus and changeover at shops
Apparatus towed to nearest shops, except for accidents tow to central shops
Responsible member must accompany apparatus to shops or meet towing contractor at shops
85
What are the 7 towing procedures for towing while in quarters?
Notify MFC and BC that apparatus is out of service
Station or company commander determines if towing is required (after hours stored in quarters until request for towing can be made during regular hours)
If cannot be stored, changeover to relief apparatus before tow through MFC
MFC notifies company commander of time towing contractor was contacted
Towing contractor tows apparatus to nearest shops
Responsible member accompanies apparatus or meets contractor at shops
Documentation of towing services
86
What are the 7 procedures for towing to shops after hours?
Rescue maintenance assists with yard gates if in quarters
If RMU is out of quarters, pick up outside phone next to RMU entrance
Identify yourself to MFC
After verification MFC will unlock office door
Lock box located with gate keys behind front door you entered
Leave not for RMU of apparatus left along with your name and assignment
Ensure yard gate and RMU office are properly secured
87
Is an F-80 required for towing?
No
88
What are the 8 details for documentation required for towing service?
Name of towing service prerprinted on invoice
Make, year, and shop number
Address where tow was initiated
Date and time contractor contacted
Time of of arrival on scene for tow
Time service completed tow
Sign receipt including assignment and business phone number
Forward receipt to supply and maintenance
89
What 3 types of services do rescue maintenance personnel do?
Make repairs, adjustments and alterations to rescue equipment
90
Where are the 4 air bottle refill stations located?
Firestation 20, 49, 66, and 88
91
When are the only 2 times rescue maintenance refills air cylinders?
After repairs or tests
92
When will the rehab/air tender respond and fill air cylinders at scene of emergency?
When requested by IC
93
Who refills all oxygen cylinders?
Rescue maintenance personnel
94
What 3 things shall not be used on any oxygen or air cylinder regulator or valve?
Petroleum, other lubricant, including any type of adhesive tape
95
Are we supposed to drain remaining contents in cylinders before forwarding to RMU?
No
96
How many pounds of pressure in a cylinder would it be considered a hazardous material?
40 psi
97
Any apparatus carrying this amount of cylinders are required to carry shipping papers in the cab during transport?
500 pounds or more including contents of cylinder
98
If any apparatus carrying 1000 pounds or more of cylinders what must be shown when being hauled?
Placard showing type of cylinder
99
What is the penalty of while transporting cylinders that weigh
500 or 1000 pounds if you do not have transport papers or placards?
$1,000 fine or 6 months in jail
100
What type of placard do rehab/air utility apparatus have?
Non-flammable gas and shipping papers
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Who is responsible for replacing labels on cylinders that become illegible from use?
Rescue maintenance
102
Is each air cylinder required to be labeled?
Yes
103
Can cylinders be carried in cab of pick up truck or van, or in front of back portion of drivers seat in fire apparatus?
No
104
How much does a 45 minute bottle cylinder weigh?
15 pounds
105
How much does a 60 min bottle weigh?
28 pounds
106
How much does a D type oxygen cylinder weigh?
9 pounds
107
How much does a 40 cu ft oxygen cylinder weigh?
25 pounds
108
How much does a 120 cu for oxygen cylinder weigh?
67 pounds
109
A certified what recharges CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers?
Contractor vendor
110
For department library, if your missing 6 or less pages from any material you shall contact what unit by phone?
Manual and orders unit
111
For department library, if your missing more than 6 pages from material who shall you forward an F-80 to who and upon receipt they will contact manuals and orders?
BC
112
For department library, if you require a complete set of material, who shall you contact?
Bureau commander
113
Who do we order maps through?
GIS - geographic information systems
114
If a member wants 1-10 copies of maps what shall forward what form in person, by email or fax?
Forward GIS form
115
If a member wants 11 or more copies of maps what shall forward what form with approval of captain or higher, to GIS in person, email or fax?
Forward GIS form
116
If a member wishes to get a mounted panel or roller map, who do they get approval from with a GIS form?
Station commander approval
117
If requesting a new map or changing map area of an existing map, how many signatures are required and from who?
A signature from all 3 station commanders
118
If a member wishes to obtain a Thomas guide, they must forward what form with approval from captain or higher?
Forward GIS
119
What unit can an assessors map be obtained or updated by?
Brush clearance unit
120
If a member wishes to make changes to maps, they must do what email a scanned copy with written explanation to GIS unit?
Hand draw proposed changes on maps
121
What division/section is responsible for coordinating assignment and transfer of radiological equipment to various units in the department?
Supply and maintenance
122
Who is responsible for needs of repair or replacement of radiological equipment other than mini radiacs and forwarding them to s and m?
Unit commanders
123
How many spare mini radiacs does battalion have available?
6
124
After encountering problems with mini radiacs, before forwarding to BC for exchange, who must be contacted to help troubleshoot?
Division hazardous material company and relay pertinent findings
125
How many mark I auto injectors are provided for each position on all apparatus?
3, 1 in pek web belt, 2 in each hazmat bag
126
For a disaster cache of auto injectors, how many are assigned to every EMS captain and ALS RA?
30
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For replacement of expired, damaged, or discharged auto injectors, who shall they be requested through?
EMS captain 1-for-1
128
For emergency repair of fire station, what are the 4 repairs classified as emergency?
Health - raw sewage backing up into fire station
Delayed response - front apparatus door inoperable
Security - lock on stations front entry door broken or front office window broken
Electrical failure - all electrical power to facility has gone out
Defective natural gas shut offs
129
What are considered the 10 non emergency repairs of fire stations?
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Water leaks
Drain clog
Water in fuel tank
Electrical shortages
Broken window panes (any window that does not breach the facilities security)
Roof leaks (water collecting above ceiling causing bulking causing damage is considered emergency repair)
Stove/refrigerator
Air conditioners
Landscaping
Exhaust systems
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130
Who is responsible for issuing all new and replacement lock box keys?
Supply and maintenance
131
Who is responsible for ordering and maintaining supply of high rise lock box locks?
BC
132
Are keys for high rise locks an inventory item for each apparatus and individuals within FPB?
Yes
133
For new members, what 5 items will they be issued upon completion of recruit training?
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Badge
Cap insignia
2 belt buckles
1 name plate
1 tie bar
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134
For promotions, what hours shall members report to take new photo for ID?
Between 0800-1000, 1300-1500
135
What section do you contact for defective badge, insignia, belt buckle, name plate or tie bar?
Personnel services section immediately
136
For lost or damaged belt buckle, insignia, nameplate or tie bar what shall be forwarded to personnel services and if deemed negligence by BC, will the member be quoted a replacement fee?
F-225, yes for replacement fee
137
Along with F-225 for loss of badges, what else will be attached to it and forwarded to personnel, personnel services will contact bureau to determine negligence?
Police report
138
If member has damaged ID card who do they get new ones from?
Personnel between 0800-1000, 1300-1500 bring old card
139
If member loses ID card what must they submit to immediate chief officer along with an F-225, replacement at personnel?
Police report
140
What 2 individuals do officers notify of communication system failure?
Their immediate supervisor and MFC
141
For alterations, additions or deletions of communications equipment who do all station commanders sign and forward an F-225 to?
Bureau of support services
142
What 4 details information shall commanders give MFC floor captain for exchange of portable radios?
ID number or radio taken out of service
Company and position of radio
ID of new radio along with company and position
Test emergency trigger with floor captain prior to placing in service
143
Who do members report problems with radio system or if they have radio coverage problem?
ITA, radio monitor
144
For the SRS, how many catalogs are there with the catalog lists appearing on left side of screen?
9 catalogs
145
For supplies, one which if not made may seriously hamper operating efficiency of department subdivision involved is considered what type of issue?
Emergency issue
146
Who makes request for emergency issue when involving supplies?
Chief officers
147
Who does the chief officer make request through for emergency supplies?
Assistant division commander at S and M during regular hours, after hours rescue maintenance
148
For expedited purchases for supplies, who may approve them?
Chief officers and members assigned to sub purchase orders and petty cash
149
Who is responsible for avoidance of overstocking of supplies?
Station commanders
150
Who verifies the need for supplies being ordered by stations?
BC for stations within their command
151
What are considered expendable items for supplies?
Those which are consumed by use or have no salvage values
152
What 3 expendable items shall be returned to S and M when they are no longer of value to companies or units?
All reusable metal or glass containers used for kerosene, oil, etc, and damaged US flags
153
What 4 things must be done for procurement of original issue of inventory item?
F-80
F-225 to bureau
Evaluated by Chief officers
When received, officer corrects date and sign subdivisions official inventory print out
154
For temporary issues of equipment (loaned) how are they issued?
Loan slip
Limited to 30 day period, if longer notation made on loan slip for how long loan is extended
Upon repair of original item, loaner returned to S and M with F-175 tag stating “loaner”
Loan slip then discarded
155
When does a loaned item become permanent?
When original item cannot be repaired or no like item is available to replace loaned item
Inventory credit and inventory add through SRS
156
For lost or stolen equipment, who must you forward a requisition through along with an F-225?
Bureau
157
When an inventory item of this certain dollar amount is lost or stolen, a police report must be filed?
$25 or more
158
Who shall complete investigation of lost or stolen equipment?
BC
159
Who shall be notified by administrative BC if an LAPD radio is lost or stolen along with 2 F-225s to bureau?
MFC
160
For automotive supplies, how much stock should be maintained in the field?
Extensive stock
161
What’s the minimum supply of engine oil and kerosene storage in months to be provided at fire stations?
6 months
162
For bulk kerosene, where will they be furnished?
Battalion distribution stations
163
For ordering of fuel, station commanders shall order by calling S and M prior to what hour?
1000 hours mon-fri, order will not be accepted after 1000 hours
164
For 2 cycle oil, what containers are they delivered in and what is the proper mix for all LAFD 2 cycle engines?
2.6 fl oz containers, 50:1
1 2.6 fl oz container per 1 gallon of gas
165
Who may order 2 cycle oil in their monthly F-80 order?
Station commanders
166
How are inventory items identified in catalog of supplies?
INV
167
On what 2 months does BC submit requisitions for firefighting and work gloves?
Each July and January
168
What are the max amount of D oxygen tanks and 40 cu ft tanks that should be carried at a fire station for each rescue ambulance?
10 d tanks
| 2 40 cu ft
169
What are the max amount of D tanks and 40 cu ft oxygen tanks carried at a fire station for reserve RAs?
3 d tanks
| 1 40 cu ft
170
What are the max D tanks carried at a fire station for engines and fire boats?
3 d tanks
171
What are max D tanks carried at a fire station for trucks?
4 d tanks
172
Who notifies the bureau of support services of anticipated arrival of new apparatus?
S and M division commander
173
Who will cause apparatus to be transferred in accordance with apparatus assignment schedule approved by the fire Chief?
Supply and maintenance division commander
174
Who may recommend a change of assignment for any emergency apparatus?
BC or higher, all 3 BCs signature on F-225 to bureau
175
If apparatus is transferred, what form shall be forwarded with the log book?
F-380 yearly mileage report, if no logbook secure in glove box
176
For triples (engines) assigned at same location and will be rotating, when are they rotated?
In June on odd years, document on F-702 assignment
177
Who is responsible for checking inventory list in the apparatus logbook when a reserve apparatus is assigned in relief or front line?
Station commander
178
For shortages of equipment on reserve apparatus, who shall they be reported to?
BC
179
Equipment on apparatus shall be checked at what 2 times?
Each morning after change of platoon and whenever apparatus has been out of quarters such as emergency operations
180
Who shall establish and maintain a list of inventory items for each apparatus?
Station commanders
181
What division/section is responsible for the distribution and maintenance of the official department inventory print out?
S and M
182
Red rags shall be tied in bundles, receipt left by vendor, sign and forward to accounting mail stop number what?
250
183
What items that no longer have value as referred to as turn ins?
Inventory items
184
For MSDS, if a product has more than 1 use, the MSDS will be included in the internet library of what for access at all department locations?
MSDS
185
When requesting maps through GIS, if wanting a laminated map, call GIS how many hours in advance?
1 hour
186
For PPE modification requests, refer to who at S and M?
Equipment engineering
187
What 2 commanders approve garment replacement 2 per year?
Station and battalion commander
188
When requesting a fire road lock box key, contact which fire station?
First station 88
189
What type of sheet is required for all material that could have adverse effects on health and environment?
MSDS
190
Landscaping fertilizer shall be distributed on what month each year?
April
191
What division/section is responsible for the telephone directory?
MFC
192
When using petty cash, document the venders name, address and purpose on what form general?
FG-17
193
Special order #1 when completed shall be returned to what unit?
Manuals and orders
194
Petty cash maximum carried on RATs is how much?
$500
195
Including tax, sub purchases may not exceed how much?
$1000
196
What division/section maintains the master apparatus inventory?
S and M
