Term
| In the event when the IC or designated PIO is unavailable, who will be assigned to the incident? |
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Definition
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Term
| PIO is assigned to what kind of events? |
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Definition
| 3rd alarm fires and extraodinary or major incidents |
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Term
| Who are the only two people that are authorized to comment on department policy and procedures? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the goals of CISD? |
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Definition
*Normalize reactions of personnel exposed to trauma
*Accelerate their return to normal operations
*Encourage attention to a healthy lifestyle
*Reduce impact of trauma on family/friends
*Provide education on stress responses |
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Term
| Who are the participants in a CISD? |
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Definition
| FF and officers; NO BC, Peer debriefer, and a mental health professional acting as primary debriefer |
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Term
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Definition
Dispatch supervisor will monitor CDF weather from 0800 to 2200 hours
During high or extreme hazard, supervisor will monitor weather every hour |
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Term
| When can you wear your Wildland Gear? |
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Definition
Can wear initially for interior fire attack under the following conditions:
primary attack
to make a rescue
save a structure |
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Term
| Who no longer respond to vehicle fires? |
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Definition
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Term
| OPD Will Respond to Vehicle Fires Under the Following Circumstances: |
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Definition
*Tow burned vehicle on city street or public property
*Burned vehicle incendiary fire
*Vehicle arson within a commercial lot
*Vehicle arson reported to be involved in other crimes |
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Term
| Person eligible for Ride-Alongs: |
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Definition
FF-I students
Fire personnel from other agencies
City of Oakland employees |
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Term
One Hour SCBA Bottles
Used at the following incidents: |
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Definition
High rise
Bart
Ship
Underground
Interior operations |
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Term
| Who will be allowed two hours of staff time per shift for assigned projects? |
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Definition
| Chief Officers and certain Company officers |
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Term
Reporting Sexual Harrassment
Employee should inform one of the following: |
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Definition
immediate supervisor
any other supervisor
FD personnel officer
Fire Chief
Equal employment liaisons |
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Term
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Definition
Uniform shirt with badge
Wool paints
Belt
Safety shoes |
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Term
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Definition
Hazardous incident uniform:
turnout gear |
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Term
What is Class M Uniform?
Medical response uniform: |
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Definition
minimum of Class S station uniform with safety shoes
gloves
eye shield if necessary |
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Term
What is Class P Uniform?
Physical fitness uniform? |
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Definition
uniform tee or sweat shirt
navy or black shorts/sweat pants
athletic shoes |
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Term
| When can Class P Uniform be worn? |
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Definition
| May be worn after 0900 hours for physical fitness only |
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Term
| When can Class P Uniform be worn... |
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Definition
| outside quarters between 0800 and 2015 hours except for responses to incidents or during inclement weather |
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Term
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Definition
Members encouraged to vote absentee
If unable to complete voting by 0800 hours, time off not to exceed two hours |
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Term
Canine Unit
Called out for the following: |
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Definition
death
serious injury
large fire loss
undetermined or suspicious fire
approved training opportunity |
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Term
Personal Vehicles
Will be insured by the city when used for work related transportation under the following: |
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Definition
*transport between station assignments
*detail assignments
*details associated with providing food or housefund items |
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Term
Washer Extractor
Should be clean: |
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Definition
| Clean PPE at least every six months |
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Term
Washer Extractor
Contact Station between... |
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Definition
| 0830-0900 to set up laundering of PPE |
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Term
Washer Extractor
Wash one time: |
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Definition
Wash up to five shells or liners at one time
Wash up to eight wildland jackets or pants at one time |
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Term
Passports
White:
Red:
Green: |
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Definition
White: primary passport carried by officer
Red: back up passport carried on apparatus dashboard
Green: reserve passport placed near company phone |
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Term
Accountability System
Roll call done: |
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Definition
“Emergency roll call” after any sudden hazardous event
“Roll call for numbers” at the report of fire under control |
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Term
Accountability System
Team members should always be in contact with each other via: |
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Definition
voice (not radio)
visual
touch |
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Term
Accountability System
Exceptions to voice, visual touch: |
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Definition
| Radio or phone contact is acceptable for engineers, chief officers, lobby control, etc. |
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Term
Accountability System
IC is responsible for what? |
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Definition
| IC is responsible for establishing and utilizing the Personnel Accountability System during all emergency operations |
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Term
Accountability System
All fire suppression personnel shall: |
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Definition
maintain a minimum of six name tags
Ensure tags are placed on primary, secondary and reserve passport at roll call
Keep extra tags on the underside of their helmet |
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Term
| When is an engineer's tag placed upside down? |
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Definition
| If they are not working in the "hazard zone" |
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Term
| Primary passport remains with company officer when: |
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Definition
they are the only unit at the scene
they are a first arriving unit going into a quick attack mode
they are assigned to a remote side of an emergency operations before divisions are establish |
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Term
| For multi-company responses: |
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Definition
the first engine to a geographic side of the incident will become the initial accountability location
engineer becomes initial accountability officer until passports are collected by division supervisor, IC or accountability officer |
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Term
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Definition
once a lobby control is established, all crews reporting to the building will give passports to lobby control
passports for crews assigned to lobby control or any other support will be maintained by the division supervisor or accountability officer |
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Term
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Definition
| three, one second blasts on an air horn of an assigned apparatus |
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Term
Heavy Rescue Response
If the incident is in engine one still district: |
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Definition
| engine, truck and rescue apparatus will respond |
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Term
Heavy Rescue Response
If the incident is in engine one still district: |
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Definition
| engine, truck and rescue apparatus will respond |
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Term
| When will truck one go out of service? |
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Definition
| on a heavy rescue response |
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Term
| Fire prevention personnel may use red lights and sirens under the following: |
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Definition
carrying out police-related assignments while attempting to apprehend suspect(s)
to gain access through police barricades at emergency scenes |
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Term
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Definition
RIT will stand by in staging near fire attack stairwell
Secondary RIT should be considered for the lobby |
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Term
RIT
Hazardous material incident: |
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Definition
| RIT and back-up entry team shall stand by in the warm zone |
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Term
Webster tube:
Posey/Harrison tube: |
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Definition
from Oakland to Alameda
from Alameda to Oakland |
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Term
Webster Tube Emergency
1st due engine: |
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Definition
*respond to 6th and Webster, block traffic and establish command
*Enter bore when second company arrives
*check annunciator panel for trip location
*communicate with AFD via 800 MHz |
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Term
Webster Tube Emergency
2nd due engine |
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Definition
*Respond to 5th and Broadway
*Block traffic
*Advise command when traffic is blocked
*If require to enter bore, use flares and cones to keep traffic from entering |
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Term
Webster Tube Emergency
3rd due engine: |
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Definition
Respond to 6th and Webster
Assist other companies on scene if needed
If required, proceed to 4th and Webster and pump into standpipe on northeast corner |
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Term
Webster Tube Emergency
1st due truck: |
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Definition
Respond to 6th and Webster, prepare to take command if chief has not arrived
Assist in traffic control (block traffic)
Standby for assignment |
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Term
Posey/Harrison Tube Emergency
1st due engine: |
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Definition
*Respond to 6th and Harrison
*Check panel for trip location
*Communicate with AFD via 800 MHz
*Gather information about incident
*Advise control room to set up ventilation fans
*Check with traffic exiting tube for information |
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Term
Posey/Harrison Tube Emergency
2nd due engine |
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Definition
Respond to vent structure, west side, 5th and Harrison
Prepare to pump into standpipes |
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Term
Posey/Harrison Tube Emergency
3rd due engine: |
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Definition
| Respond to 7th and Harrison and stand by |
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Term
Posey/Harrison Tube Emergency
1st due truck |
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Definition
| Respond to 6th and Harrison, position apparatus for entry into tube |
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Term
| Tube General Information: |
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Definition
Both tubes 3500 feet long by 32 feet in diameter
Tube lowest point is 70 feet below grade |
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Term
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Definition
CCR is responsible for monitoring both tubes
Webster control room is not staffed
CCR staffed 24 hours |
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Term
| Telephoney System in Tubes: |
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Definition
*Roadside phones are spaced every 200 feet in tunnel
*Each station is combination pull station fire and roadside emergency phone
*Fire alarm system is local type
17 alarm boxes |
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Term
| Fire Extinguishers in the Tube: |
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Definition
Portable extinguishers along the west walkway
Extinguishers placed every 100 feet apart
At every 200 feet, extinguisher is mounted in conjunction with a fire alarm box and phone |
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Term
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Definition
Both tubes have horizontal standpipe system
Posey tube has single 4” main running along west walkway
1.5” outlets are located at 75’ intervals |
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Term
| Ventilation System in Tube |
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Definition
Each tube has eight intake blowers or fans
Each tube has eight exhaust fans-four air in and four air-out
Each tube can move 155,000 CFM
System is computer control
System will turn on when CO level reaches certain mark |
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Term
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Definition
No smoking within 25 feet of city buildings
No smoking in city vehicles |
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Term
C-Note Policy
Commendation: |
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Definition
| recognition to an employee for exemplary conduct or public service |
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Term
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Definition
| notice to employee of a specific, measurable performance area that needs refinement to meet future expectations of the supervisor |
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Term
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Definition
| warning to employee of a continuing problem in a performance area, or a performance deficiency, that requires immediate correction |
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Term
| What is the next step after two corrections that's been given for a single performance area? |
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Definition
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Term
| What shall a second caution result in? |
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Definition
| result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination |
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Term
| What is the purpose of the community trauma debriefing program? |
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Definition
| Purpose is to support neighborhoods/citizens who have been impacted by a significant emergency-related incident |
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Term
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Definition
Are a secondary eye protection
Department issued goggles are the only “true eye protection”
Only the department Safety Officer can install the Bourke eye shields |
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Term
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Definition
Flying Cross brand cargo pocket style only approved uniform station shorts
Can be worn in and around the fire station and under turnout pants while outside the station |
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Term
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Definition
One full year of service with department
or
One year full service with OFD and active military = salary for first 300 hours of military leave (not to exceed 180 calendar days) |
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Term
| When can Unpaid Military Leave be used? |
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Definition
| Can use accrued leave or vacation if hours exceed 300 or does not meet the one year requirement |
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Term
| Military absence does not affect: |
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Definition
seniority
employer contribution to PERS |
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Term
| Who is also entitled to military leave? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
An acceptable flow rate for interior structural firefighting is 150 GPM
1 1/2” hose is not the preferred method for interior structural firefighting |
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Term
| Pierce Engine Hose Layout |
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Definition
FB = 100’ of 1.5” hose @ 50 psi
FCL = 150’ of 1 3/4” hose @ 50 psi
RCL = 200’ of 1 3/4” hose @ 50 psi
Hose Bed = 300’ of 1 3/4” on 7/8” tip
Hose Bed = 200’ of 2.5” hose @ 50 psi |
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Term
| Describe Standpipe Bundles |
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Definition
(3) 50’ sections of 2.5” hose with 1 1/8” smooth bore tip
(1) 100’ bundle of 1 3/4” hose with a 7/8” smooth bore tip (lower left compartment on driver side) |
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Term
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Definition
1 1/8” smooth bore nozzle
7/8” smooth bore nozzle
100 psi fog nozzle |
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Term
| Mandatory CR Refusal Reporting Form shall be completed by... |
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Definition
| the company officer and sent to BC then forwarded to Administration on the same day of the violation |
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Term
| All repairs entered in the following: |
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Definition
Apparatus Log Book
Company Journal
Company Record Book |
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Term
| Who is the sole authority for repair? |
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Definition
| Public Works Division is the sole authority for repair, maintenance and modification of apparatus |
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Term
| When is pre-trip performed? |
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Definition
| Pre-trip performed at change of shift or whenever there is a change of driver |
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Term
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Definition
Repairs reported on apparatus repair line at 3790 (#3)
Immediate repairs will require the company officer to notify Battalion 2 through FDC
Batt 2 will evaluate and request Shop 2 if necessary |
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Term
| Suggestions for vehicle modifications or additions shall... |
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Definition
| be submitted in writing to the Apparatus Committee for review |
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Term
| Who is apart of the Accident Review Board? |
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Definition
| Committee composed of promoted employees (excluding the employee’s immediate supervisor |
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Term
| What is considered Category 1 Accident? |
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Definition
| Preventable accident occurred because the OFD driver misjudged clearance or failed to drive defensively |
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Term
| What is Category 2 Accident? |
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Definition
| Preventable accident occurred because the OFD driver was negligent and/or violated city or departmental rules/policies or violated any section of the CVC |
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Term
| What is Category 3 Accident? |
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Definition
| An accident that occurred while the OFD driver was under the influence of drugs/alcohol |
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Term
| What is a Non-Preventable Accident? |
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Definition
| An accident in which the department driver/operator was not at fault or could not reasonably prevented by using defensive driving techniques |
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Term
| What is an Intentional Damage Accident? |
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Definition
| Incidents involving any vehicle where the cause was intentional damage |
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Term
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Definition
Person appointed by the Fire Chief or Director of Training to initially review accident cases
Usually the Safety Officer |
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Term
| Duties of Safety Officer: |
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Definition
Coordinates all department accident investigations
Screen reports to make accident findings |
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Term
| Employee Responsibilities: |
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Definition
Complete four hour Defensive Driving Course every three years
Proper care, operation and parking properly of apparatus |
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Term
Post Accident During Non-Emergency Driving
Notify FDC: |
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Definition
*that city vehicle/property is involved
*if there is private vehicle/property involved
*location of the accident
*how many persons are injured and if ambulance is needed
*whether any of those injured were engaged in employment activities at time of accident (OSHA notification) |
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Term
| Post Accident Procedures During Emergency Driving: |
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Definition
*If unable to proceed, notify FDC
*In case of serious damage to apparatus, notify Batt 2 through FDC
*Have FDC notify any units responding on same alarm
*Render first aid
*Leave FF at scene if able to continue |
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Term
| Conditions That Require The Safety Officer to Respond: |
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Definition
*Accident results in any bodily injury or death
*Accident causes OFD apparatus to be towed and/or out of service
*Accident results in a citation for OFD driver
*Accident is deemed not to be minor by BC or Supervisor |
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Term
| In cases where BC and Safety Officer cannot come to agreement... |
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Definition
| Duty Chief will make final determination regard urine and alcohol testing |
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Term
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Definition
*ARB Chair (usually a BC)
*One supervisor who is not the immediate supervisor of employee involved in accident
*A second supervisor or management designee* |
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Term
| How many haz mat members are assigned to work at station three on each shift? |
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Definition
| Minimum of three haz mat team members |
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Term
| Removal of Equipment Prior To Taking To Shop: |
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Definition
Remove all equipment prior to taking apparatus to shop for repairs.
Hose in bed does not have to be removed
When asked to “wait for apparatus,” equipment does not need to be removed |
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Term
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Definition
| Officer must report any OFD member and/or civilian they have encountered who has sustained a serious injury or death while “at work” or “on the job site.” |
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Term
| What is Immediate Notification? |
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Definition
| Soon as practical, but not longer than eight hours after the employer knows of incident |
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Term
| Required Reporting Information: |
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Definition
*Time/date of accident
*Employer’s name, address and phone #
*Name, job title and badge number of reporting person
*Address of accident
*Name of person to contact at job site
*Nature of injury, description and where taken |
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Term
| Company Officer Responsibilities |
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Definition
Notify FDC
Journal entry (all info. Except name) |
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Term
Family Death Leave
Immediate Family: |
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Definition
Mother
Father
Mother in Law
Father in Law
Husband
Wife
Domestic Partner
Grandparents
Son
Son in Law
Daughter
Daughter in Law
Brother and law
Sister and law
Foster kids |
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Term
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Definition
| Death leave period is two 24 hour shifts |
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Term
| Building and Facilities Repair: |
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Definition
All repairs shall be immediately reported to the Services Officer
Leave note on next day shift roll sheet to avoid duplication
Urgent repairs shall require notification of BC and Service Officer |
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Term
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Definition
8Truck company officer responsible for deployment
*Test daily for readiness
*Batteries rotated weekly and after every use
*Repairs performed by manufacturer |
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Term
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Definition
Only a Deputy Chief, Duty Chief or designee by the Fire Chief can cancel or change a scheduled examination
Members on administrative leave must report to the DC of Technical Services by 0800 on next regular day |
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Term
Conditions For Carry Weapons
Arson Investigators who have been appointed as Peace Officers may carry approved firearm under the following: |
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Definition
completed OPD Academy
maintain fire alarm qualifications
weapon has been issued by OPD |
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Term
| Conditions For Carry Weapons: |
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Definition
Firearms shall not be carried by any OFD Arson Investigator who has consumed intoxicants
Firearms shall not be carried by OFD Arson Investigator when he/she is working as a fire suppression employee |
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Term
| When Firearms May Be Discharged: |
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Definition
*Approved range
*When incapacitating injured or dangerous animals
*In defense of own life
*To capture or prevent escape of a person (reasonable cause, 18 or older, citizens not in danger and other means of capturing have failed) |
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Term
| Firearms Shall Not Be Discharged: |
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Definition
As a warning
Person known to be under the age of 18
In any misdemeanor case
From or at a moving vehicle except when necessary in defense of an officer’s life
In any case involving a violation of the CVC |
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Term
| Reporting Firearm Discharge: |
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Definition
| Whenever an authorized OFD Arson Investigator discharges his/her firearm either accidentally or officially, except at approved range, he/she shall notify the Deputy Chief/Fire Marshall |
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Term
| Board of Review For Firearm Discharge: |
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Definition
Deputy Chief of Operations
Deputy Chief/Fire Marshall
OPD Lieutenant
Deputy Chief or designee |
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Term
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Definition
| Worn whenever full structure turnouts and SCBA are required |
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Term
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Definition
Command Officers responsible for establishing plan to provide on scene medical treatment and rehabilitation
Logistics Section Chief (when established) is responsible for the function and maintenance of the Medical/Rehabilitation Unit |
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Term
| Medical Rehabilitation Unit Leader: |
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Definition
Responsible for the supervision of the rehabilitation and treatment area
Primary mission is on scene prevention, detection and treatment of incident related illness or injury |
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Term
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Definition
| Shall continually monitor the condition of personnel operating within their span of control for signs of illness or fatigue |
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Term
Establishment of a Medical/Rehabilitation unit
Greater alarms and or initial alarm assignments with the following conditions: |
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Definition
*heavy physical exertion
*extended operations
*after two exchanges of SCBA
*elevated environmental or ambient temperatures
*officers determine that personnel are suffering negative physical affects caused as a result of the incident |
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Term
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Definition
*Outside of operational activity area
*Protection from environmental conditions
*Adjacent to Breathing Apparatus exchange area
*Adjacent to fluid services |
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Term
| Require Features of Rehab Area: |
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Definition
*Area to remove SCBA for refilling to but separate from the medical unit
*Area to remove turnout/safety equipment
*Controlled entrance
*Controlled exit |
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Term
| Information to IC From Med/Rehab Unit Leader: |
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Definition
When Medical Unit is fully operational
Location of the Medical Unit
The need for any additional or special resources |
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Term
| Responsibilities of Med/Rehab Unit Leader: |
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Definition
Maintain Unit Log (ICS 214 form)
Prepare Incident Emergency Medical Plan
Respond to all requests for emergency medical aid
Assure adequate rehabilitation |
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Term
| Criteria For Entry Into Medical Unit: |
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Definition
Use of two SCBA bottles
Noted adverse health affects
As deemed necessary by IC or company officer
After one hour of strenuous work |
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Term
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Definition
Remove all safety equipment
Report as a company
Have baseline vitals taken
Relax
Entry/exit documentation |
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Term
|
Definition
*Unit leader shall notify operations when company is available to be reassigned
*Personnel released will go to staging
*Personnel not recovering with rest and fluid replacement within 20 minutes shall remain for further evaluation |
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Term
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Definition
60-140 = continue standard rehab
<60 or >140 = shall remain in med unit for further evaluation |
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Term
| Vital Signs (Blood Pressure) |
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Definition
Systolic 100-180 and Diastolic 70-110 = continue standard rehabilitation
Systolic <100 or >180 and Diastolic <70 or >110 = remain for further evaluation |
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Term
| Vital Signs (Respiratory) |
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Definition
10 - 28 per minute = continue standard rehab
<10 or >28 = remain for further evaluation |
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Term
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Definition
| One or more negative signs = further evaluation or transport for more definitive care |
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Term
| Follow-Up on Vital signs: |
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Definition
| Vital signs should be taken for personnel requiring further evaluation after 20 minutes |
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Term
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Definition
Re-hydration
Nourishment
Removal of turnout
Rest and relaxation
Medical monitoring
Rehab from 10 to 20 minutes |
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Term
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Definition
*Supervise the action of the medical unit
*Coordinate functions of medical/rehabilitation and carries out assignment within the ICS structure
*Reports directly to the Logistics Section Chief |
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Term
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Definition
one paramedic
three EMT Firefighters |
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Term
| Medical Unit Personnel Tasks: |
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Definition
Assist with recording and time keeping
Assist with entry and exit control
Assist with evaluation and re-hydration
Obtain vital signs
Observe personnel for signs of fatigue
Advice Medical Unit Leader when personnel are ready for reassignment |
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Term
| Additional Resources That May Be Needed: |
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Definition
*Two transport units
*One command type vehicle
*Medical supplies (BLS & ALS)
*Min. five gallons of water or sports drink
*Salvage cover
fire line tape, cones, clipboard and pens
*ICS vest, chairs & fans |
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Term
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Definition
Entrance and exit clearly marked
All personnel enter/exit as a company
Documentation of crews entering
Authorization by Medical Unit Leader to leave
Utilization of the appropriate ICS forms |
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Term
| Department Issue Name Tags |
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Definition
Name tag is part of official uniform
Only department issue tags can be worn
Officer responsibility that crews wear tags
If tag is lost, must report to Fire Division Manager
BC will periodically inspect for compliance |
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