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What is a primary responsibility of command regarding crews and divisions?

Tracking all crews and divisions by location and function. (correct)

Ensuring all crews operate independently.

Delegating all accountability to division/group supervisors.

Allowing crews to freelance on the scene.

Which reports must command obtain from each branch/division/group?

Operational plans.

Personal accountability reports (PARs). (correct)

Incident reports.

Performance evaluations.

What should company officers maintain at all times?

The history of the crew's previous drills.

An inventory of equipment.

A record of all incidents.

A current Passport of personnel responding. (correct)

Which of the following is a requirement for crews entering the IDLH?

Having a supervisor with them. Signup and view all the answers

What should crews do in case of equipment failure while in the IDLH?

Exit the IDLH immediately. Signup and view all the answers

How many members must a crew/company consist of at minimum?

Two or more members. Signup and view all the answers

What actions are considered unacceptable under the accountability guidelines?

Freelancing on the scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for ensuring air supply during tactical assignments?

Considering air supply when assigning crews. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of division/group supervisors?

Assigning tasks to crews that arrive on scene. Signup and view all the answers

What must all personnel have when operating in the IDLH?

A radio. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emphasis of command in strategy and attack planning?

Ensuring effective accountability Signup and view all the answers

What must division/group supervisors do to maintain effective supervision of their crews?

Know the location and function of assigned crews at all times Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of obtaining Personal Accountability Reports (PAR) for company officers?

To confirm all members are accounted for and have adequate air Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical safety requirement for crews entering the IDLH environment?

Having the minimum required personnel present Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is not tolerated among all personnel?

Freelancing in operations Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if a critical piece of equipment fails while in the IDLH?

Exit immediately as a crew Signup and view all the answers

What must all crews ensure before entering the IDLH?

Personal Accountability Reports (PAR) are secured Signup and view all the answers

How should crews respond to reduced visibility and increased risks in the field?

Maintain close supervision under the company officer Signup and view all the answers

What must company officers do regarding the personnel responding on their apparatus?

Keep a current Passport of personnel at all times Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of all crews upon arrival at the scene?

Remain intact unless directed otherwise Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Accountability

Command
- Tracks all crews, divisions, and groups on a status board or worksheet.
- Knows who is in charge of each division and group, their location, and their assigned tasks.
- Includes accountability in strategy and attack planning, addressing barriers to effective accountability.
- Considers and addresses air supply when assigning tasks, including crew rotation.
- Obtains personal accountability reports (PAR) from each branch, division, and group.
Division/Group Supervisors
- Tracks the crews assigned to their division/group.
- Knows the location and function of assigned crews at all times and remains nearby for supervision.
- Obtains PARs from all crew members of all companies assigned to their division/group.
Company Officer
- Knows the location and tasks of each firefighter.
- Maintains a current "Passport" of personnel responding on the apparatus.
- Obtains PARs for their crews, confirming all members are accounted for and have sufficient air supply.
- Keeps the crew together and monitors their air supply.
- Delivers and retrieves the crew's passport at the accountability location before entering and after exiting the IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health) environment.
All Personnel
- Work under the direction of Command or division/group supervisors.
- Crews/companies arriving on scene remain intact unless authorized by Command or a supervisor.
- A minimum crew/company size is two or more members.
- Each member has a radio when operating in the IDLH.
- All crews/companies entering the IDLH must have a supervisor.
- Crews/companies enter, stay, and exit the IDLH together.
- Close supervision is required due to reduced visibility and increased risk.
- The entire crew/company exits if an SCBA, radio, or any safety equipment fails in the IDLH.
- Maintain active personal accountability at all times.

Accountability in Fire Operations

Command is responsible for tracking all crews and divisions/groups. This includes knowing their location, function, and supervisors.
Command must factor accountability into strategy and attack planning, addressing any barriers to effective accountability.
Command also considers air supply when assigning tasks and rotating crews.
Command must obtain personal accountability reports (PAR) from each branch/division/group.
Division/group supervisors track their assigned crews, knowing their location and function at all times.
Division/group supervisors must remain close to their crews for supervision and obtain PARs.
Company officers must know the whereabouts and assignments of each firefighter under their command.
Company officers maintain a current "Passport" of personnel responding on the apparatus.
Company officers obtain PARs for their crews, confirming all members are accounted for and have sufficient air supply.
Company officers keep their crews intact and monitor their air supply, ensuring the Passport is delivered to the accountability location before entering an immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) environment and retrieved upon leaving the IDLH.
All personnel work for command or division/groups, "free-lancing" (acting independently) is forbidden.
Crews should remain intact upon arrival, unless authorized by command or supervision.
A minimum crew/company size is two or more members.
Each member operating in an IDLH environment must have a radio.
All crews/companies entering an IDLH environment must have a supervisor.
Crews entering the IDLH environment must go in together, stay together, and come out together.
Due to reduced visibility and increased risk in IDLH environments, close supervision by the company officer is crucial.
If SCBA, radio, or other safety equipment fails in the IDLH, the entire crew/company must exit.
Active personnel accountability must be maintained at all times.

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This quiz covers the essential principles of accountability within firefighting operations, focusing on command, division/group supervision, and the responsibilities of company officers. It will test your understanding of tracking personnel, maintaining communication, and ensuring effective strategies for task assignments. Prepare to ensure that all teams are accounted for and operationally effective.