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What code should units respond to upon dispatch to an automatic fire alarm?
What code should units respond to upon dispatch to an automatic fire alarm?
When should Company Officers respond Code 3 to an automatic fire alarm?
When should Company Officers respond Code 3 to an automatic fire alarm?
What should all responding unit(s) do if the Communications Center is notified by a monitoring company that a fire alarm was a false alarm?
What should all responding unit(s) do if the Communications Center is notified by a monitoring company that a fire alarm was a false alarm?
What action should be taken if the Communications Center is notified by a business or homeowner that there is no emergency?
What action should be taken if the Communications Center is notified by a business or homeowner that there is no emergency?
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When should forcible entry be utilized during response to an automatic fire alarm?
When should forcible entry be utilized during response to an automatic fire alarm?
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What action should be taken after a thorough search of the building for fire conditions?
What action should be taken after a thorough search of the building for fire conditions?
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What should units dispatched to automatic fire alarms reported as water flow alarms do?
What should units dispatched to automatic fire alarms reported as water flow alarms do?
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What action should personnel take when there is no indication of fire from Side Alpha or after locating the annunciator panel?
What action should personnel take when there is no indication of fire from Side Alpha or after locating the annunciator panel?
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What action should be taken if a water flow is confirmed in a building with a fire alarm system?
What action should be taken if a water flow is confirmed in a building with a fire alarm system?
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What is a requirement for buildings equipped with fire alarm systems in the county?
What is a requirement for buildings equipped with fire alarm systems in the county?
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What should be done if a building with a fire alarm system is found to not have a Knox Box or is not operating properly?
What should be done if a building with a fire alarm system is found to not have a Knox Box or is not operating properly?
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What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What action should be taken if a building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What action should be taken if a building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What should be done if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should be done if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What should the Communications Center do if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should the Communications Center do if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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When should access be gained to the interior of the building during response to an automatic fire alarm?
When should access be gained to the interior of the building during response to an automatic fire alarm?
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What should be done after a thorough search of the building for fire conditions?
What should be done after a thorough search of the building for fire conditions?
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Under what circumstance should all responding unit(s) cancel their response to a reported false alarm?
Under what circumstance should all responding unit(s) cancel their response to a reported false alarm?
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What should Company Officers do if the Communications Center is notified by a business or homeowner that there is no emergency?
What should Company Officers do if the Communications Center is notified by a business or homeowner that there is no emergency?
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What should units do if a building with a fire alarm system is found to not have a Knox Box or is not operating properly?
What should units do if a building with a fire alarm system is found to not have a Knox Box or is not operating properly?
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What should personnel do when there is no indication of fire from Side Alpha or after locating the annunciator panel?
What should personnel do when there is no indication of fire from Side Alpha or after locating the annunciator panel?
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What should be done if a water flow is confirmed in a building with a fire alarm system?
What should be done if a water flow is confirmed in a building with a fire alarm system?
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What is a requirement for buildings equipped with fire alarm systems in the county?
What is a requirement for buildings equipped with fire alarm systems in the county?
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What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should the Company Officer do if the proper keys are not in the Knox Box during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What code should units respond to upon dispatch to an automatic fire alarm?
What code should units respond to upon dispatch to an automatic fire alarm?
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What should the Communications Center do if a building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should the Communications Center do if a building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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What should be done if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
What should be done if no building representative is present during an emergency or non-emergency incident?
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Study Notes
Automatic Fire Alarm Response Protocols
- Units should respond to an automatic fire alarm using the designated response code based on standard operating procedures.
- Company Officers should respond Code 3 (lights and sirens) when there is evidence of a possible emergency, such as a verified alarm or indications of an active situation.
Handling False Alarms
- If notified by a monitoring company of a false alarm, responding units should continue to the scene unless instructed otherwise.
- If a business or homeowner confirms no emergency, responding units should evaluate whether to continue to full response or cancel.
Forcible Entry Guidelines
- Forcible entry should only be utilized when necessary to access the building, particularly if there are indications of an emergency response need.
Post-Search Procedures
- After conducting a thorough search of the building with no signs of fire, units should clear from the scene and document their findings.
- If water flow is confirmed in a building with a fire alarm system, units should investigate the source of the flow while ensuring fire safety protocols.
Equipment and Access Requirements
- Buildings equipped with fire alarm systems are required to have a proper functioning Knox Box for emergency access.
- If a Knox Box is missing or inoperable, responses should include protocols for accessing the building otherwise.
Key Management During Incidents
- If proper keys are not available in the Knox Box, the Company Officer must assess the situation and determine an alternative means of entry.
- When a building representative is present, they should be consulted for information and assistance regarding the alarm system.
Unattended Incidents
- If no representative is present, the responding units may need to assume an emergency situation and act accordingly based on observations and available intelligence.
Communications Center Responsibilities
- The Communications Center should clarify the status of an emergency if a representative is present; they need to verify details and update responding units.
- Should a representative not be available during either an emergency or non-emergency, the Communications Center must communicate this to all units responding to ensure situational awareness.
Response Cancellation Protocols
- All responding units should cancel their response if the initial alarm is confirmed false by a reliable source, with a focus on effective resource management.
- Company Officers should take action based upon reports from the Communications Center regarding an identified absence of an emergency.
Non-Indication Protocols
- When there are no indications of fire from Side Alpha or upon locating the annunciator panel, personnel should maintain situational awareness and prepare for further investigation.
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Test your knowledge of fire department response procedures with this quiz on automatic fire alarm dispatch. Learn about when to respond Code 1, when Code 3 may be appropriate, and the protocol for canceling a response based on updated information.
