4.1 Response

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What is the acceptable turnout time for Fire Priority Dispatch System (FPDS) call types?

70 seconds

80 seconds (correct)

60 seconds

90 seconds

How long is the urban travel time benchmark set at for the first unit responding to a scene?

5 minutes or less

6 minutes or less

3 minutes or less

4 minutes or less (correct)

What is a primary consideration for response times according to the department?

The previous response times to similar incidents

The mode of transportation used

The level of risk and type of response (correct)

The type of emergency call received

What is the maximum rural travel time benchmark for the arrival of the first unit on the scene?

11 minutes or less Signup and view all the answers

For what criteria does the Effective Response Force (ERF) time depend on?

Type of response, risk level, and area Signup and view all the answers

What should a unit communicate upon arrival if they are waiting for clearance from law enforcement?

We have arrived, but awaiting clearance from law enforcement. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method through which responses for BCFR units originate?

Emergencies reported through a 911 caller. Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the response determination process for BCFR units?

Communication with the Bernalillo County Emergency Communication Center. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Clawson™ MPDS/FPDS system do for BCFR?

It classifies and codes calls for service received. Signup and view all the answers

What must be justified in the report regarding unit designation adjustments?

The justifiable cause for any modifications. Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when determining the response of BCFR units?

Availability of the closest type of resource. Signup and view all the answers

Which special code designates Mountain Search & Rescue events?

LH Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating appropriate response units for mountain search and rescue situations?

The Battalion Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the policy described in the Standard Operating Guidelines?

To describe response criterion for fire & rescue apparatus based on performance measures. Signup and view all the answers

Which code indicates a non-emergent response mode?

Code 1 Signup and view all the answers

What does a Dual-Unit Response refer to?

The combined response of an engine/ladder with a rescue unit. Signup and view all the answers

How are fireboxes defined within the operational guidelines?

As predetermined areas within a fire district assigned a number and location. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of performance measures in the response operations?

They ensure a balance between safety during response and operational performance. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the discretion of incident commanders?

They can exercise discretion based on the nature of the situation and document their reasoning. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Single-Unit Response?

A requirement for either a single engine or a single rescue unit. Signup and view all the answers

Which system is used for medical prioritization in dispatching?

Clawson™ MPDS Signup and view all the answers

Which response codes are associated with Alpha, Bravo, and Omega modes?

Code 1 Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances will the ambulance service respond to 'advise' calls?

When specifically requested Signup and view all the answers

What happens when AAS dispatches an ILS unit to a call not listed in Appendix C?

An EMS QA shall be submitted Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario will AAS respond Code 1 to structure fires coded as 69 Deltas?

Until upgraded to Code 3 for a confirmed patient Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected action when the fire command indicates a defensive strategy?

Cancel the unit after confirmation of no patients Signup and view all the answers

What must the AAS unit do upon arrival at the incident scene?

Stage outside the immediate fire operational area Signup and view all the answers

What guideline applies to the Department's Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs)?

They should allow for flexible interpretation in emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary position of the Department regarding patient transport?

To ensure safe, efficient, and comfortable transport Signup and view all the answers

What does a Code 3 response mode signify?

Emergent, utilizing lights and sirens Signup and view all the answers

Which code corresponds with a non-emergent response?

Alpha Signup and view all the answers

What is the response procedure for all '67' FPDS codes?

Includes outside fire situations Signup and view all the answers

What is the general response for ambulance-only calls classified under '33' MPDS codes?

Considered as patient transfers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the response to '29' Bravos (MVAs)?

Units respond Code 3 if deemed safe Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Omega' code indicate regarding response mode?

Non-emergent response with no lights or sirens Signup and view all the answers

How can the department's response to fire-based emergencies be ensured consistency?

By applying a modified alarm configuration for specific severe categories Signup and view all the answers

What type of emergencies do '69' FPDS codes correspond to?

Structure fires Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Response Criteria

All BCFR personnel are required to respond to dispatched incidents in a safe and timely manner.
The department monitors response times by category based on stages, risk levels, response types, and response area types.
The benchmark for BCFR turnout time is less than or equal to 60 seconds for Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) calls and 80 seconds for Fire Priority Dispatch System (FPDS) calls.
The benchmark for BCFR travel time is location-dependent. Urban travel time is 4 minutes or less, while rural travel time is 11 minutes or less.

Effective Response Force (ERF)

ERF time is dependent on the type of response, risk level, and area.
ERF begins with the first unit responding until the arrival of the predetermined number of personnel needed to mitigate an incident, based on critical task analysis.
Upon arrival, units should status "arrived" via radio or Mobile Data Terminal (MDT).

Response Determination

BCFR responses generally originate from the Bernalillo County Emergency Communication Center (BCECC) through a 911 call.
Responses can also originate from self-dispatching or events encountered during the normal course of duty.
Responses are recognized and communicated to the BCECC for organized call classification and unit deployment.
The department aims to send appropriate units based on community risk assessment.

Response by Call Type and Severity

The BCECC classifies and codes calls for service using Clawson™ MPDS/FPDS systems.
The fire department administration, with assistance from the Medical Control Director, determines the appropriate response.
Response criterion by call type is demonstrated in Appendix A (CRA/SOC).
The general foundation for MPDS and FPDS response is based on critical incident task analysis.

Notable Exceptions

"LH" Code: Special code designating Mountain Search & Rescue events; Battalion Commander coordinates and determines appropriate units.
"33" MPDS Code: Patient transfers, considered ambulance-only calls. BCFR will only respond if the transfer situation develops an emergent condition.
MPDS/FPDS Crossover Phenomena: The system may categorize fire emergencies under medical classifications.
"52" FPDS Code: Alarm activations. BCFR employs a dual-unit response for commercial or high life hazard occupancies, with the regional Battalion Commander involved.
"67" FPDS Code: Outside fires. May involve a "wildland first alarm."
"69" FPDS Code: Structure fires. May involve a "first alarm."

Response by Severity, Code 1 and Code 3 Response Modes

Code 1: Non-emergent, no lights or sirens.
Code 3: Emergent, lights and sirens.
The general foundation for determining response mode is as follows:
- Alpha – Code 1
- Bravo – Code 1
- Charlie – Code 3
- Delta – Code 3
- Echo – Code 3
- Omega – Code 1

Notable Exceptions to Response Mode

29 Bravos (MVAs): Units respond code three, if safe to do so.
Ambulance Response Modes:
- Alpha – Code 1
- Bravo – Code 1
- Omega – Code 1
- Charlie – Code 3
- Delta – Code 3
- Echo – Code 3
"Advise" Calls: Ambulance service will not respond unless specifically requested.
ILS Response: Authorized for specific calls based on severity.
"33" MPDS Codes: Ambulance-only calls, except in emergent transfer situations.
Structure Fires (FPDS 69 Deltas): AAS will dispatch a transport unit (if available) and code the calls as a 7B2, responding Code 1 until Command upgrades to Code 3 or cancels upon reaching "All Clear" on primary search. AAS unit will be staged outside the immediate fire operational area.

Transfer of Patient Care Other Than On-Scene (Intercepts)

The department strives for safe, efficient, and comfortable patient transport.

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Test your knowledge on the BCFR's response criteria and benchmarks. This quiz covers the essential protocols for safe and timely incident handling, including turnout and travel times. Familiarize yourself with the Effective Response Force and how it operates based on various factors.