327 - Traffic Accidents and Property Loss
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What is the responsibility of the investigation team leader in the event of a traffic accident involving a department vehicle?

  • Administer disciplinary actions
  • Notify the local law enforcement agency
  • Prepare and complete a written report (correct)
  • Review all reportable incidents
  • What is the role of the Safety Review Board?

  • Administer disciplinary actions
  • Investigate all traffic accidents involving department vehicles
  • Review all reportable incidents (correct)
  • Prepare and complete a written report
  • What should department members involved in a traffic accident do immediately?

  • Notify an on-duty supervisor
  • Notify the local law enforcement agency (correct)
  • Administer disciplinary actions
  • Prepare and complete a written report
  • What should accompany the accident report whenever possible?

    <p>Estimates from the City Garage for the damage to the City-owned vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may merit disciplinary action subject to the Fire Chief's discretion?

    <p>An accumulation of more than 12 points in a 12-month period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do points remain on record for?

    <p>2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the department’s Custodian of Records?

    <p>To file completed reports and related documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Traffic Accidents and Property Loss Policy?

    <p>Traffic accidents and property loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of the policy manual?

    <p>To promote professionalism and accountability among department personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The policy provides guidelines for reporting and investigating equipment and property damage or loss, traffic accidents involving department vehicles, and personnel on official business.
    • The Safety Review Board reviews all reportable incidents involving vehicle and equipment accidents, personal injuries, property damage, and safety citations.
    • Disciplinary actions associated with an incident shall be administered by management in accordance with City Administrative Regulation 2.11: Disciplinary Policy.
    • All department members involved in a traffic accident in a vehicle owned by the department or while conducting department business shall immediately report the accident to the appropriate local law enforcement agency and notify an on-duty supervisor.
    • The investigation team leader is responsible for the preparation and completion of a written report that describes the traffic accident, any contributing factors, all persons and equipment involved, and recommendations for preventing a recurrence.
    • Estimates from the City Garage for the damage to the City-owned vehicle should accompany the accident report whenever possible.
    • Completed reports should include investigation methods, people, vehicles, and equipment involved, accident scene and environmental conditions, accident description, policies and procedures assessments and recommendations.
    • An accumulation of more than 12 points in a 12-month period may merit disciplinary action, up to and including termination, subject to the Fire Chief's discretion.
    • Point tracking: Points remain on record for two years. The recording period starts on the date of occurrence.
    • The completed report and all related documentation from the investigation will be forwarded to the department’s Custodian of Records for filing.
    • The text is from the Chesapeake Fire Department Policy Manual.
    • The policy manual covers Traffic Accidents and Property Loss.
    • The manual is copyrighted by Lexipol, LLC.
    • The manual was published with permission by the Chesapeake Fire Department.
    • The manual outlines procedures for responding to traffic accidents and property loss.
    • The manual emphasizes the importance of safety and protecting the public.
    • The manual provides guidelines for reporting accidents and property loss to the appropriate authorities.
    • The manual outlines possible administrative action for failure to follow procedures.
    • The manual is designed to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
    • The manual is intended to promote professionalism and accountability among department personnel.

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    Test your knowledge on the policies and procedures surrounding traffic accidents and property loss with this quiz based on the Chesapeake Fire Department Policy Manual. Learn about reporting guidelines, disciplinary actions, point tracking, and more. This quiz emphasizes the importance of safety and protecting the public, while promoting professionalism and accountability among department personnel. Put your knowledge to the test and see how well you understand the guidelines for responding to incidents involving equipment and property damage or loss, traffic accidents, and personnel on official business.

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