Aurora Fire Rescue Manual Procedures Quiz

Mandatory overtime occurrences are recorded by the last date worked, not by the number of hours worked.

The mandatory overtime list is organized by reverse seniority (most senior first) and then by the date of their last mandatory overtime.

The mandatory overtime list is not reset each year; it continues from the previous year.

Only Chief Officers, including Acting Battalion Chiefs, have the authority to assign mandatory overtime.

Before 20:00, mandatory overtime is filled from the list for the morning shift. After 20:00, it's filled from the list for the following day shift.

A member assigned mandatory overtime must report and remain on duty until released.

Failing to comply with mandatory overtime can result in disciplinary action, starting with a Letter of Counseling.

After completing mandatory overtime, a member's name is moved to the bottom of the list, except in cases of refusal or termination.

Vacation picks must align with 24-hour shifts.

Voluntary transfers don't guarantee keeping your original leave selection.

Transfers due to promotions or demotions might affect vacation selection.

Transferred employees have priority for open shifts in their new role.

Transferred employees are given similar leave durations as initially chosen, whenever possible.

Only exchanging annual leave for open slots is allowed.

Vacation shifts vacated due to transfers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Probationary employees can't bid for vacation leave until completing their probation.

The Incident Safety Officer (ISO) assesses the resources available on scene, comparing them to the Incident Action Plan (IAP). This ensures a sufficient and appropriate number of resources are present to effectively manage the incident.

The ISO identifies, analyzes, and prioritizes potential risks at an incident. They also create strategies to mitigate these risks and constantly monitor their effectiveness.

The ISO considers the structure's type, age, intended use, size, and potential hazards. Understanding building characteristics helps predict structural collapse and safety concerns.

The ISO analyzes smoke conditions like its volume, speed, density, and color. This helps predict fire behavior, potential for flashover, and safe operational zones.

The ISO assesses various types of hazardous energy present at a fire, like heat, mechanical forces, wind, chemicals, electricity, and water pressure. This ensures appropriate safety precautions are taken.

The ISO assesses the physical and mental state of firefighters, considering fatigue levels, gear, and overall ability to perform safely.

The ISO performs a 360-degree walkthrough of the incident scene, noting any potential hazards or safety concerns not identified by the Incident Commander (IC).

The ISO communicates any safety-related concerns to the IC, and if necessary, evaluates the conditions and status of crews working inside the structure.

Aurora Fire Rescue personnel providing coverage for special events shall be scheduled from the Department’s overtime list.

Firefighters assigned to special events must be provided with all necessary equipment to perform their assigned duties.

Aurora Fire Rescue personnel shall be utilized to provide dedicated staffing for special events upon request from event coordinators.

All Fire Department personnel working at special events shall be expected to perform their assigned duties in a professional and courteous manner.

Fire Department personnel shall be covered by the City of Aurora’s Workers Compensation insurance in the event of a personal injury and/or accident.

Fire department personnel must report to the appropriate facility, inventory, stock, and prepare apparatus for the event in advance.

Firefighters must complete all necessary paperwork and reports as needed, including NFIRS Injury/Accident Reports, after the event.

Firefighters must contact the Event Organizer prior to leaving the event.

Consecutive work hours are limited to 48 unless an emergency situation arises, and the senior on-duty Battalion Chief approves an extension. This regulation ensures the well-being and safety of firefighters.

If a firefighter is needed urgently due to a vacancy during a shift, the Staffing Officer can waive the 48-hour rule. This allows for a quick response to fill the vacant position.

Firefighters can sign up for overtime using Telestaff, a system that allows them to schedule up to 30 days in advance.

Overtime pay is calculated at one and a half times the regular rate for situations like staffing shortages and emergency call-backs, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

A situation requiring immediate action, such as a fire or a medical emergency, that justifies overtime pay.

Firefighters working overtime during an emergency receive a minimum of two hours of payment, even if their arrival at the duty station is delayed.

If a firefighter is asked to stay on duty due to a staffing shortage, they are paid at one and a half times their regular rate, starting from either 0800 hours or the time they received notice (whichever is later).

Firefighters working overtime for a staffing shortage or emergency callback receive one and a half times their regular rate. This ensures fair compensation for covering unexpected circumstances.

Protective clothing and gear should be used anytime firefighters are exposed or potentially exposed to hazards.

Any modifications to standard firefighter protective equipment must be approved by the Fire Chief.

Fire helmets must meet the standards outlined in NFPA 1971 at the time of purchase.

Firefighters must regularly inspect their helmets for damage and wear, documenting any issues in a report.

Damaged helmets must be removed from use and sent for evaluation.

Helmets should be inspected upon receipt, monthly, and after each use.

Protective gloves, footwear, and hood interface components should also comply with NFPA 1971 requirements.

The protective ensemble should be inspected every six months.