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What is the primary purpose of the Department Owned Vehicle Use Policy?
What is the primary purpose of the Department Owned Vehicle Use Policy?
- To facilitate conducting department business and service to the community (correct)
- To encourage unauthorized use of department vehicles
- To regulate the sale of department vehicles
- To provide a guideline for personal use of department vehicles
Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all members adhere to the Vehicle Use Policy?
Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring that all members adhere to the Vehicle Use Policy?
- The community served by the department
- The executive committee
- The Fire Chief only
- Each officer supervising members (correct)
What is the maximum distance department vehicles can be used outside SFD territory without prior permission?
What is the maximum distance department vehicles can be used outside SFD territory without prior permission?
- Five miles (correct)
- Ten miles
- No limit
- One mile
Which individuals are permitted to operate or ride in department owned vehicles?
Which individuals are permitted to operate or ride in department owned vehicles?
What must the fuel tank level never fall below?
What must the fuel tank level never fall below?
Who is responsible for regular maintenance of the assigned vehicles?
Who is responsible for regular maintenance of the assigned vehicles?
What is the consequence of abusing the privilege of using department vehicles?
What is the consequence of abusing the privilege of using department vehicles?
What is the purpose of auditing fuel logs and mileage logs?
What is the purpose of auditing fuel logs and mileage logs?
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Study Notes
Spring Fire Department Vehicle Policy
- Purpose: Outlines guidelines for using department-owned vehicles
- Scope: Applies to all Spring Fire Department members
- Responsibility: Each officer ensures members under their supervision follow the policy. All members must familiarize themselves and comply
- Review: The executive committee reviews the policy annually to ensure accuracy.
- Vehicle Use:
- Primarily for department business and community service
- Limited to SFD territory and 5 miles outside unless on department business
- Permission for use outside territory granted by the Fire Chief if beneficial to the department
- Personnel: Only approved, active Spring Fire Department personnel can operate or ride in department vehicles
- Vehicle Use Restrictions:
- Driving to/from work is allowed only if the officer can respond to an emergency from their workplace
- Fuel tank must not fall below half full
- Vehicle Maintenance:
- Regular maintenance is the responsibility of the assigned personnel
- Vehicles must be kept clean both inside and outside
- Abuse of department vehicle privilege is not allowed.
- Audits: Fuel and mileage logs may be audited by the Emergency Services District (ESD) at their discretion.
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