SM | Section 300 (3)
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What is the purpose of the Bronze Maltese award?

  • To reward individuals for regular acts of duty
  • To recognize extraordinary bravery or courage in the line of duty (correct)
  • To honor retired members of the Division of Fire
  • To acknowledge exceptional service during non-hazardous conditions

    • What level of bravery or courage is required for the Bronze Maltese award?

  • Slightly below the normal level
  • The same as that normally required
  • Exceeding that normally required (correct)
  • Slightly higher than the normal level

    • Who is eligible to be considered for the Bronze Maltese award?

  • Active members of the Division of Fire who are killed on duty or die as a result of injuries received in the line of duty (correct)
  • Active members of the Division of Fire who die of natural causes
  • Only retired members of the Division of Fire
  • Only those who have received justifiable criticism

    • What is one of the qualifying considerations for the Bronze Maltese award?

    <p>Setting themselves above and apart from those performing similar duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Maltese Bronze award intended to bring upon its recipients and the Division of Fire?

    <p>Recognition and distinction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions should individuals nominated for the Bronze Maltese award have performed their acts or duties?

    <p>Under hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of voting members required to constitute a quorum at committee meetings?

    <p>Five (5)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for making the actual award presentations in the Division of Fire?

    <p>Chief of the Division of Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can nominate an individual for an award in the Division of Fire?

    <p>Any member of the Division of Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should nominations for awards be forwarded to the Chief?

    <p>Through normal channels using form PI-49</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should awards nominations ideally be initiated and channeled through the chain of command to the Chief?

    <p>As soon after the occurrence as possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest award that can be bestowed upon a member of the Division of Fire?

    <p>Medal of Valor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean for an act to be considered 'conspicuous'?

    <p>Prominent or readily observable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is inferred by the phrase 'by an act so outstanding that it clearly distinguishes his gallantry'?

    <p>An act that is prominent and striking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by performing an act 'beyond the call of duty'?

    <p>An act that goes above and beyond what is expected or required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean to perform an act 'from lesser forms of bravery'?

    <p>Performing a routine and ordinary act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances should an individual qualify for the Medal of Valor award according to the text?

    <p>When they were aware of the risks involved in a situation and there actually was grave danger or imminent hazard to life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing factor for the Distinguished Service Award recipients?

    <p>Setting themselves apart from those performing comparable duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes someone eligible for the Fire Chief's Award?

    <p>Nomination for another award</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can recommend individuals for the Fire Service Award of Merit?

    <p>Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, or Battalion Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the Firefighter's Cross awarded?

    <p>To members of Fire Division who die in the line of duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is eligible for the Citizen's Award for Bravery?

    <p>Citizens who distinguish themselves by performing heroic acts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Awards Screening Committee?

    <p>To select recipients for all awards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Chairman of the Awards Screening Committee?

    <p>Fire Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does the Awards Screening Committee hold meetings?

    <p>Quarterly meetings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Banquet Subcommittee?

    <p>To be responsible for all arrangements concerning award presentations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Citizen's Award for Distinguished Service recognize?

    <p>Acts or duties deemed to be above that normally required or expected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can appoint one member at large to serve on the Awards Screening Committee?

    <p>Fire Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the term of appointment for each member of the Awards Screening Committee?

    <p>3 years with possibility of reappointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key phrases are omitted from the qualifications for the Bronze Maltese award compared to the Medal of Valor?

    <p>“when saving or attempting to save a life” and “There must be no margin of doubt or possibility of error in awarding this honor”</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main idea behind the Fire Chief’s Award?

    <p>To allow formal recognition of deserving Fire service individuals, groups, or companies from the Fire Chief’s level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common requirement for both the Citizen’s Award for Bravery and the EMS Award of Merit?

    <p>The criteria for this award are that a hazardous or potentially hazardous condition did occur that required extraordinary courage to perform the act or deed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of acts or deeds does the Citizen’s Award for Distinctive Service emphasize?

    <p>Service rather than bravery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be remembered about presenting any of these awards to members?

    <p>None of these awards should be presented to members who do not at least meet the minimum stated requirements for each listed category</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the EMS Award of Merit from other awards?

    <p>&quot;conspicuous in the performance of acts or duties, under hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions&quot; but not &quot;under imminent hazard to life&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the requirements for receipt of the Bronze Maltese compared to the Silver Maltese?

    <p>&quot;under imminent hazard to life&quot; as is outlined for the Medal of Valor, nor &quot;in the face of great danger&quot; as is outlined for the Silver Maltese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the Citizen’s Award for Bravery?

    <p>&quot;under imminent hazard to life&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect differentiates the Fire Service Award of Merit from other awards?

    <p>This award may be presented to a fire service individual, groups, or companies who have exhibited care and consideration during an emergency medical situation beyond what is normally expected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is omitted from some qualifying considerations for certain awards?

    <p>Descriptive words have been removed from the remainder of paragraph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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