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SOG 305 Fire Ground Communications
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SOG 305 Fire Ground Communications

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What type of procedures does the document provide for Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department units?

  • On-scene communication procedures (correct)
  • Medical response procedures
  • Incident investigation procedures
  • Search and rescue procedures
  • What should the first arriving unit communicate to Dispatch?

  • Unit establishing incident command (IC), location of staging area, and request for additional resources
  • Initial scene size-up, location of primary staging area, and request for next level alarms
  • Unit on-scene, initial scene size-up, and unit establishing incident command (IC) (correct)
  • Unit on-scene, declaration of a working incident, and request for a tactical channel
  • When should the request for additional resources and next level alarms be made?

  • 20 minutes after establishing incident command
  • Immediately upon arrival at the scene
  • When a 360 assessment has been conducted (correct)
  • Only after receiving instructions from Dispatch
  • What should be included in the communications to Dispatch from the first arriving unit?

    <p>Incident command declaration, request for additional channels, and size-up of the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In radio communications on the fire ground, why should personnel avoid using codes?

    <p>To avoid unnecessary complexity and confusion in transmissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for personnel to remain aware of radio traffic and wait for breaks before transmitting?

    <p>To prevent overwhelming the radio channels with excessive traffic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do before pressing the transmit button during radio communications?

    <p>Decide what to say and ensure it complies with NIMS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the nature of radio transmissions on the fire ground, according to the text?

    <p>They should be made using plain language and unit designations instead of names.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should personnel acknowledge receipt of transmissions/orders and repeat them?

    <p>To provide an opportunity for clarification if there is any misunderstanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should portable radios not be operated in an explosive atmosphere unless they are rated as intrinsically safe?

    <p>To protect the safety of personnel from potential ignition sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department Procedures

    • The document provides procedures for Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department units responding to emergencies.

    First Arriving Unit Communications

    • The first arriving unit should communicate the following to Dispatch:
      • Situation assessment
      • Resource needs
      • Request for additional resources
      • Next level alarms

    Requesting Additional Resources

    • Requests for additional resources and next level alarms should be made:
      • When the situation dictates
      • Based on the first arriving unit's situation assessment

    Radio Communications on the Fire Ground

    • Personnel should avoid using codes in radio communications because:
      • They can be misunderstood
      • They can cause delays
    • Personnel should:
      • Remain aware of radio traffic
      • Wait for breaks before transmitting to:
        • Avoid interference
        • Ensure clear communication
    • Before pressing the transmit button, personnel should:
      • Ensure they have a clear message
      • Ensure they are using the correct radio channel
    • Radio transmissions on the fire ground should be:
      • Clear
      • Concise
      • Direct
    • Personnel should acknowledge receipt of transmissions/orders and repeat them to:
      • Ensure understanding
      • Prevent miscommunication

    Portable Radio Safety

    • Portable radios should not be operated in an explosive atmosphere unless they are rated as intrinsically safe to:
      • Prevent ignition of flammable gases
      • Ensure personnel safety

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    Learn about the on-scene communication procedures for Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department units operating on emergency incidents, including the first five minutes and corresponding policies.

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