Questions and Answers
What is the primary purpose of the master calendar maintained by the Community Service Unit?
Which document needs to be forwarded for approval before a training request can be processed?
What information is NOT required when submitting a training request?
Who is ultimately responsible for forwarding the training request to Accounting Services Section?
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When should training requests ideally be submitted?
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Where can inquiries regarding the status of a training request be directed?
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Which statement is true regarding the processing of a training request?
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What is required in the justification for a training request?
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Which document must be submitted to request advance travel funds?
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What information is NOT required when submitting an F-225 for travel expenses?
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What must accompany all intra-departmental cash receipts transmitted to Accounting Services Section?
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On what days should money not be collected or transmitted to Headquarters?
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Who is responsible for issuing receipts when money is delivered?
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How many weeks in advance should an F-225 be submitted before a scheduled trip?
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What is the first step in the process of submitting an F-225 for travel expenses?
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Where should the original F-225 be sent after approval?
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What document must the Station Commander forward for equipment required for a Board of Fire Commissioners meeting?
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What is a primary responsibility of Engineers and Apparatus Operators regarding roadway bridges?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement listed for preparing an F-225 report?
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What time are Station Commanders expected to have all members arise?
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What type of events can any member call for information on?
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Who is responsible for arranging the equipment or material needed for a Board of Fire Commissioners meeting?
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Which factor must Responsible Officers consider when establishing routes for responses?
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What type of meetings involve several Department members as mentioned in the scheduled events?
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Study Notes
Fund Transmittal
- Funds to Headquarters must be sent via personal or cashier's check.
- Money collection or transmission is prohibited on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays for safekeeping reasons.
- Receipts are mandatory for all transactions involving money delivery.
- Intra-departmental cash receipts require an F-275 form, excluding personal phone bill payments.
Traveling Expenses
- Members can claim travel expenses for authorized Department business only.
- Advance travel funds requests should be submitted using form F-225 at least six weeks ahead.
- Required information for travel requests includes: purpose, departure and return times, destination, estimated costs, and budget allocation details.
- All travel expense inquiries are managed by the Accounting Services Section.
Training Requests
- Training expenses are reimbursed only for approved training activities.
- Similar to travel requests, training requests using form F-225 must be submitted six weeks in advance.
- Submission includes details such as employee name, assignment, training description, justification, supervisor’s statement.
- Tracking of requests is handled by Bureau Training Coordinators, with follow-ups regarding the status directed to them.
Scheduling Events
- A master calendar is maintained to record events involving the Department, helping to prevent scheduling conflicts.
- Event types include retirement dinners, personnel organization meetings, and multi-member events.
- Notification processes are in place for events held at fire stations, including equipment arrangements via Form General 113, submitted two weeks prior to the event.
Contributions
- Contributions require an F-225 report to be sent to the Administrative Office documenting all relevant information.
- Necessary details include the reason for contribution and names along with contribution amounts.
Bridge-Load Limit
- Engineers and Apparatus Operators must be familiar with the load and speed limits on all roadway bridges in their first-in districts.
- They must also be aware of the apparatus's gross loaded weight to inform routing decisions during emergencies and non-emergencies.
Relief Platoon Change
- Station Commanders are responsible for ensuring all members wake by 0630 hours.
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This quiz covers the essential policies regarding fund transmittal, traveling expenses, and training requests within the department. Participants will learn about required forms, deadlines, and procedures for handling financial transactions and travel claims. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for compliance and efficient financial management.