I-Q-23 In-Service Training, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue 11/05/2018

Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of the TargetSolutions Learning Management System?

To administer, document, track, and report fire suppression and EMS educational courses (correct)

To evaluate fire suppression capabilities

To create ISO-approved training facilities

To conduct physical drills and report their completion

Which of the following stations is recognized as an ISO facility?

Station 22 (correct)

Station 5

Station 30

Station 10

What distinguishes company training from facility training?

Company training is optional, while facility training is mandatory

Company training focuses on administrative practices, while facility training is hands-on

Company training occurs at non-ISO approved locations, while facility training occurs at ISO-approved facilities (correct)

Company training is self-paced, while facility training has set times

What is a TargetSolutions Assignment?

A course or activity for self-study that has a deadline for completion Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'TargetSolutions Record Completion' refer to?

The entry of training completion data into TargetSolutions for activities conducted outside the system Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum annual training requirement set by ISO intended to achieve for MDFR?

Adequate fire suppression training capabilities Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding TargetSolutions Course content?

It encompasses all types of fire suppression and prevention classes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a TargetSolutions Activity?

Physical training exercises conducted at an ISO facility Signup and view all the answers

What is the total annual training hours required for a sworn employee?

216 hours Signup and view all the answers

What documentation is needed for training conducted at the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Training Center?

A signed roster Signup and view all the answers

Which training is specifically noted to have minimum quarterly requirements?

Hazardous Materials Training Signup and view all the answers

What is required for MDFR SCUBA Rescue Authorized Divers to maintain their certification?

12 Training dives per year Signup and view all the answers

Which division is responsible for maintaining training records for department personnel?

Training and Safety Division Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service training required annually for Technical Rescue Technician certified personnel?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

How must outside training be documented?

In TargetSolutions Signup and view all the answers

Who must approve all TargetSolutions assignments that contain a due date?

The Division Chief Signup and view all the answers

Which document contains guidelines for daily activities that Battalion Chiefs and Unit Officers need to enter?

MDFR Policy and Procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency at which mandatory quarterly in-service training occurs?

Every quarter Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

TargetSolutions Learning Management System Overview

TargetSolutions is the designated platform for completing and recording training for Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) personnel.
Participation in all assigned activities is mandatory unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Training Classifications

Company Training: Conducted outside of an ISO-approved facility.
Facility Training: This takes place at ISO-recognized facilities, including various identified stations and the MDFR Training Center.
Insurance Services Office (ISO): Evaluates fire suppression capabilities in a specific geographical area.

Training Content and Structure

TargetSolutions Activity: Includes online department classes and records for company-level training/drills outside the system.
TargetSolutions Assignment: Self-study courses sent to users with a set completion timeframe.
TargetSolutions Course: Pre-loaded educational content provided by TargetSolutions, covering fire suppression, fire prevention, and EMS.

Training Requirements

Minimum annual training hours established by ISO for each sworn employee:
- Company Training: 192 hours
- Facility Training: 18 hours
- Hazardous Materials Training: 6 hours
Additional requirements for personnel with special certifications or ranks:
- Suppression Driver Training: 12 hours
- Fire Officer Training: 12 hours

Daily and Quarterly Training

Daily activities logged into TargetSolutions by Battalion Chiefs and Unit Officers; MDFRnet Company Activity Report is no longer utilized.
Daily in-service training counts toward Company Training credits.
Mandatory quarterly training occurs in January, April, July, and October, focusing on Hazardous Materials, Suppression Driver, and Fire Officer Training.

Annual Facility Training

Drills at the MDFR Training Center qualify for Facility Training; rosters must be signed and submitted to the Training Manager.
Scheduled multi-unit battalion drills at specific stations also count as Facility Training, recorded by drill coordinators.

EMS In-Service Training

Employees must complete requisite EMS Continuing Education Units (CEUs) prior to November 1 of the re-certification year as per internal EMS policies.
The EMS Division organizes scheduled training for EMTs and Paramedics, including ACLS and BCLS.

Specialized Training Requirements

Technical Rescue Technician (TRT): Requires 24 hours of annual in-service training.
Hazardous Materials Technician: Also requires 24 hours of training annually.
SCUBA Rescue Certification: Must complete:
- 12 training dives per year
- 12 CEUs
- An annual APTE with NFPA Watermanship Assessment.

Training Records and Documentation

Training records maintained by the Training and Safety Division, including CEU compliance, training certificates, and diplomas.
Training records will be kept for legally mandated timeframes before being discarded.
Employees must submit copies of relevant certificates to the Training and Safety Division.

Outside Training

External training may be recorded on TargetSolutions, with certificates uploaded to the platform.
Significant training certificates should be sent to the MDFR Human Resources Bureau for personnel file documentation.