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Who is responsible for notifying the Battalion Chief and appropriate administrative staff of all accidents/injuries?
Who is responsible for notifying the Battalion Chief and appropriate administrative staff of all accidents/injuries?
- The immediate on-duty supervisor, then dispatch
- Risk Management
- Fire Rescue Communications and they create a CR (correct)
- Injured personnel
What must be done if an approved treatment facility is closed?
What must be done if an approved treatment facility is closed?
- The injured member can wait until the facility is open
- Transport the injured member to an emergency care facility
- The Battalion Chief will confer with the Admin-on-Call for direction (correct)
- The on-duty supervisor will decide the next steps
Which chapter should be followed in cases of bloodborne pathogen exposures?
Which chapter should be followed in cases of bloodborne pathogen exposures?
- Hazardous Materials Safety
- Tuberculosis Exposure Plan
- Infection Control Plan
- Bloodborne Pathogens/Infection Control (correct)
Under what circumstances should transport to an emergency care facility be coordinated?
Under what circumstances should transport to an emergency care facility be coordinated?
Who will complete the required documentation for on-the-job injury incidents?
Who will complete the required documentation for on-the-job injury incidents?
What must personnel do if they are injured on the job, even if the injury is minor?
What must personnel do if they are injured on the job, even if the injury is minor?
Who is responsible for arranging transportation for the injured member?
Who is responsible for arranging transportation for the injured member?
What is the next step if an injured member is cleared by a physician to return to work for light duty?
What is the next step if an injured member is cleared by a physician to return to work for light duty?
Who should be contacted for assistance if the AOC has difficulties completing the DIR review?
Who should be contacted for assistance if the AOC has difficulties completing the DIR review?
What is the first criterion for grouping photos in the Department Accident Pictures folder?
What is the first criterion for grouping photos in the Department Accident Pictures folder?
Within how many hours should the AOC review all DIR's for completeness and further investigation needs?
Within how many hours should the AOC review all DIR's for completeness and further investigation needs?
What may the purpose of the immediate DIR review lead the DIR to be referred back to?
What may the purpose of the immediate DIR review lead the DIR to be referred back to?
Where will photos related to an incident be saved?
Where will photos related to an incident be saved?
What does the DIR review aim to determine apart from completeness?
What does the DIR review aim to determine apart from completeness?
What is the procedure if a firefighter is unable to return to full or light duty after a visit to the physician?
What is the procedure if a firefighter is unable to return to full or light duty after a visit to the physician?
Who is responsible for ensuring all documentation is completed promptly after an incident?
Who is responsible for ensuring all documentation is completed promptly after an incident?
In what situation is a Highway Motor Vehicle Accident report not required?
In what situation is a Highway Motor Vehicle Accident report not required?
What must the injured person do immediately after each physician visit?
What must the injured person do immediately after each physician visit?
What action is necessary when a report is required for personnel undergoing medical treatment beyond first aid?
What action is necessary when a report is required for personnel undergoing medical treatment beyond first aid?
Who is responsible for responding to and evaluating the accident scene involving Department apparatus?
Who is responsible for responding to and evaluating the accident scene involving Department apparatus?
What must personnel involved in accidents avoid discussing?
What must personnel involved in accidents avoid discussing?
If a heart or lung condition develops, what is assumed about the cause according to the Florida Statute Title X Section 112.18?
If a heart or lung condition develops, what is assumed about the cause according to the Florida Statute Title X Section 112.18?
Who assigns a CR number for reporting purposes when Department apparatus causes damage?
Who assigns a CR number for reporting purposes when Department apparatus causes damage?
What is provided through Risk Management for all supervisors to follow?
What is provided through Risk Management for all supervisors to follow?
Study Notes
Reporting Injuries and Incidents
- All Department personnel must report accidents/injuries, no matter how minor, to Fire Rescue Communications.
- Fire Rescue Communications will notify the Battalion Chief and administrative staff, and a CR number will be issued.
On-the-Job Injuries
- Injuries must be reported immediately, even if they seem minor, in case of future complications.
- For severe or life-threatening injuries, the Battalion Chief will coordinate transportation to the appropriate emergency care facility.
Injury Procedure
- The Battalion Chief or designee will respond to the location of injured personnel, gather information, and complete required documentation.
- Injured personnel will not transport themselves by personal vehicle; transportation will be arranged by the on-duty supervisor.
- Depending on the severity of the injury, the member may need to be removed from duty immediately.
Follow-Up and Reporting
- The injured person must provide all paperwork to Risk Management immediately after each physician visit.
- The Battalion Chief or designee will ensure that Department Investigation Reports (DIR) are completed promptly.
- Risk Management will be notified, and drug screening will be performed if necessary.
Heart/Lung Issues
- Firefighters are covered by Florida Statute Title X, Section 112.18, which presumes that heart or lung conditions are related to their profession.
Apparatus/Equipment Incidents
- Personnel must notify Fire Rescue Communications immediately of incidents involving Department apparatus that cause damage to County property or private property.
- A formal report will be completed, and Risk Management will be notified.
Documentation and Information
- Documentation will include a Department Investigation Report (DIR) and written Incident Reports from the injured or involved person and personnel on scene.
- Photos will be downloaded and saved to the CBC file in a folder titled Department Accident Pictures.
- DIRs will be reviewed by an Administrator On-Call within 48 hours for completeness and to determine further investigation needs.
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Description
This policy outlines the procedures for reporting vehicle incidents and on-the-job injuries within a department. It covers all department personnel and emphasizes the importance of reporting all accidents, no matter how minor.
