Broken Arrow Fire Department Training Major EMS Operations Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is a required skill for the position described in the text?

Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations

Ability to provide effective leadership (correct)

Ability to cook gourmet meals

Ability to play musical instruments

Which of the following is NOT an ability required for the position?

Ability to plan and implement long-term programs in fire administration

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to supervise personnel conducting EMS functions

Ability to swim competitively (correct)

What is one of the responsibilities of the position as described in the text?

Conducting emergency medical services as a middle-management supervisor (correct)

Organizing food festivals

Attending art exhibitions

Conducting music classes

Where is the employee primarily based according to the text?

Fire stations, vehicles, and the office Signup and view all the answers

In which area must the employee be willing to attend training, conferences, and seminars?

Related to the position as outlined by the Chief of the Department Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum temperature the employee may be exposed to while performing their duties?

400 degrees F Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an environmental factor the employee is exposed to?

Exposure to radiation Signup and view all the answers

What type of protective equipment does the employee wear that weighs approximately 50 pounds?

Firefighting gear Signup and view all the answers

What type of surfaces might the employee have to perform tasks on?

Slippery, hazardous surfaces such as rooftops or ladders Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary physical demand required of the employee during emergency response duties?

Working at near maximal heart rate for prolonged periods Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the requirements to maintain insurability with the City's insurance carrier?

Having a valid Oklahoma driver’s license Signup and view all the answers

What is a mandatory certification for the position?

State and National Registered Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic certification Signup and view all the answers

How many years of continuous service are required as a Firefighter/Paramedic with the Broken Arrow Fire Department or equivalent training/experience?

Seven (7) years Signup and view all the answers

What certification is necessary to be an American Heart Association C.P.R. Instructor?

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification Signup and view all the answers

What level of Fire Service Training Instructor certification must be obtained and maintained?

Level IV Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum water column resistance to exhalation that firefighters must be able to work with?

1.5 inches Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenging environment firefighters may have to operate in?

Environments with extreme temperatures Signup and view all the answers

What type of tools are firefighters expected to use in the performance of their duties?

Both manual and power tools Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential exposure risk for firefighters?

Radioactive materials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following senses must firefighters rely on to determine the nature of an emergency and make critical decisions?

Sight, hearing, smell, and touch Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Training Major of EMS Ops?

To coordinate and initiate emergency medical and related training for the entire fire department Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an essential responsibility and duty of the Training Major of EMS Ops?

Overseeing the medical billing and reporting process Signup and view all the answers

Who does the Training Major of EMS Ops report to?

The Deputy Fire Chief Assistant Chief/Training Signup and view all the answers

What is the FLSA status of the Training Major of EMS Ops position?

Exempt Signup and view all the answers

What is the Training Major of EMS Ops responsible for developing in conjunction with the Medical Director?

The fire department's medical procedures and protocols Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Training Major of EMS Operations

Reports to the Deputy Chief and is responsible for emergency medical training, medical supplies, billing, reports, and the critique of personnel and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinates and initiates emergency medical and related training for the entire fire department in conjunction with the Deputy Fire Chief and Assistant Chief/Training.
Manages medical supplies and equipment, including ordering and inventory management.
Works with the Medical Director to develop, maintain, and revise protocols for medical procedures for the Broken Arrow Fire Department.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to provide effective leadership and to plan, assign, and direct the work of subordinates.
Ability to plan, initiate, and carry out long-term programs in fire administration, training, and emergency medical services.
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to groups and individuals.

Education and Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of continuous service as a Firefighter/Paramedic with the Broken Arrow Fire Department or equivalent training/experience as determined by the Fire Chief.
Must possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma driver's license and have a driving record sufficient to meet and maintain a status of insurability with the City's insurance carrier.
Must be State and National Registered Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (NREMTP).
Must obtain and maintain State and National certification.
Must obtain and maintain Fire Service Training Instructor Level I and II, Fire Service Training EMS Instructor, and American Heart Association CPR Instructor certifications.

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

Works primarily in an office, vehicles, and fire stations, and may engage directly in firefighting, rescue, EMS, and emergency response activities.
May be subject to severe job hazards and mental stress, and must be able to perform complex physical and mental tasks during life-threatening emergencies.

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Test your knowledge of the Training Major's responsibilities related to emergency medical training, medical supplies, billing, reports, personnel critiquing, and procedures at the Broken Arrow Fire Department.