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What is the primary responsibility of the Evacuation Branch in terms of communication during an incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the Evacuation Branch in terms of communication during an incident?
- To maintain communication with the media
- To assign a new dispatch frequency for the incident
- To coordinate with local law enforcement agencies
- To ensure a separate radio frequency is established (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of dispatch during an incident?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of dispatch during an incident?
- Dispatching appropriate resources as requested
- Notifying hospitals about the status of the evacuation
- Providing legal advice to the City officials (correct)
- Initiating recall of additional Dispatch staff
When should the Evacuation Branch's radio frequency be assigned?
When should the Evacuation Branch's radio frequency be assigned?
- Only after initial resources have been dispatched
- As late as possible to avoid confusion
- Immediately before notifying the City officials
- As early in the incident as possible (correct)
Which action is specifically required when notifying the hospitals during an evacuation?
Which action is specifically required when notifying the hospitals during an evacuation?
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What should be done to keep the City telephone switchboard operator informed?
What should be done to keep the City telephone switchboard operator informed?
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Study Notes
Communications
- A dedicated radio frequency is essential for the Evacuation Branch to streamline communication.
- Assignment of the frequency should occur as early as possible during an incident.
Dispatch and Deployment Responsibilities
- Dispatch the necessary resources promptly upon request to ensure effective response.
- Inform relevant Fire and City officials immediately for coordinated efforts.
- Notify support agencies specified in Standard Operating Procedures as required.
- Recall additional Dispatch staff to adequately address the demands of the incident.
- Communicate with the City telephone switchboard operator, supplying a current status report.
- Keep the switchboard operator updated as the situation evolves.
- Alert nearby hospitals regarding evacuation plans, providing status updates, especially for intermediate and large-scale evacuations.
- During standard business hours, keep Fire Administration staff informed about the incident status to handle inquiries from the public efficiently.
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