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What is the maximum level of readiness for emergency deployment?
What is the maximum level of readiness for emergency deployment?
- Level 4
- Level 1 (correct)
- Level 2
- Level 3
Which level of readiness involves a possible automatic recall?
Which level of readiness involves a possible automatic recall?
- All levels
- Only Level 3
- Level 1
- Level 2 and 3 (correct)
What is the function of the Department Operations Center during activations?
What is the function of the Department Operations Center during activations?
- To provide training to personnel
- To deploy resources directly
- To manage day-to-day operations
- To coordinate emergency response (correct)
What should happen to ICS forms during emergency deployment?
What should happen to ICS forms during emergency deployment?
Who applies unified command during operations?
Who applies unified command during operations?
In certain conditions, what may exempt employees receive?
In certain conditions, what may exempt employees receive?
What level of readiness includes automatic recall for off-duty employees?
What level of readiness includes automatic recall for off-duty employees?
What is the key feature of Level 2 and 3 readiness?
What is the key feature of Level 2 and 3 readiness?
What should be done with reserve apparatus before an event?
What should be done with reserve apparatus before an event?
Which maintenance task is explicitly mentioned for highwater rescue equipment?
Which maintenance task is explicitly mentioned for highwater rescue equipment?
What type of checks should be performed on all generators?
What type of checks should be performed on all generators?
What should be done with exposed gutters before a potential event?
What should be done with exposed gutters before a potential event?
What is one of the roles of the Public Information Officer during an event?
What is one of the roles of the Public Information Officer during an event?
How should documentation of events during an activation be submitted if a third-party application is inaccessible?
How should documentation of events during an activation be submitted if a third-party application is inaccessible?
What maintenance action is necessary for fuel tanks?
What maintenance action is necessary for fuel tanks?
What is a critical part of the Incident Action Plan documentation?
What is a critical part of the Incident Action Plan documentation?
What must be done if an incident exceeds the resources of the department?
What must be done if an incident exceeds the resources of the department?
Which status triggers the operation of the Department Operations Center (DOC)?
Which status triggers the operation of the Department Operations Center (DOC)?
What is the primary role of Position 1 in the Department Operations Center?
What is the primary role of Position 1 in the Department Operations Center?
How is outside assistance coordinated according to the guidelines?
How is outside assistance coordinated according to the guidelines?
What is the primary function of the Fire Desk in emergency operations?
What is the primary function of the Fire Desk in emergency operations?
What is managed by the call taker in Position 2 of the DOC?
What is managed by the call taker in Position 2 of the DOC?
Where is the Department Operations Center (DOC) located?
Where is the Department Operations Center (DOC) located?
What happens to policies and guidelines during an emergency response?
What happens to policies and guidelines during an emergency response?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Deployment Plan?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Deployment Plan?
Who has the authority to initiate the Emergency Deployment Plan?
Who has the authority to initiate the Emergency Deployment Plan?
What does LEVEL 1 readiness indicate?
What does LEVEL 1 readiness indicate?
What actions can be taken during LEVEL 1 readiness?
What actions can be taken during LEVEL 1 readiness?
What is included in the scope of the Emergency Deployment Plan?
What is included in the scope of the Emergency Deployment Plan?
What must happen when off-duty employees are recalled?
What must happen when off-duty employees are recalled?
Which divisions prepare personnel and equipment for deployment?
Which divisions prepare personnel and equipment for deployment?
What is the effective date of this Emergency Deployment Plan?
What is the effective date of this Emergency Deployment Plan?
What role is the Primary Radio operator responsible for?
What role is the Primary Radio operator responsible for?
Which position is identified as the backup for the Primary Radio operator?
Which position is identified as the backup for the Primary Radio operator?
What determines the number of positions staffed during an incident?
What determines the number of positions staffed during an incident?
Under what condition can exempt employees receive overtime compensation?
Under what condition can exempt employees receive overtime compensation?
Which of the following is NOT part of the references and related policies?
Which of the following is NOT part of the references and related policies?
What is the primary function of the Conference Table?
What is the primary function of the Conference Table?
Who should be contacted regarding questions or comments on the Standard Operating Guideline?
Who should be contacted regarding questions or comments on the Standard Operating Guideline?
What must exempt employees complete to receive overtime approval?
What must exempt employees complete to receive overtime approval?
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Study Notes
Emergency Deployment Plan (EDP)
- Emergency Deployment Readiness Levels: four levels based on hazard severity.
- Level 1 (Maximum Readiness): Full department deployment, automatic recall for off-duty employees, all divisions activated, fully staffed Department Operations Center (DOC).
- Level 2 & 3 (High / Increased Readiness): Possible automatic recall, DOC staffed based on needs.
- Automatic Recall: Employees are provided a time and location to report when recalled.
- Incident Management: Command staff assigns personnel based on the needs of the emergency.
- DOC Staffing (Level 1): Chief Officers, Deputy Chiefs of Operations and Support Services, Battalion Chiefs, Shift Commanders, Fire Marshal, PIO, Division Chiefs, Training Staff, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel, and Safety Officer are assigned.
- DOC Staffing (Level 2): Chief Officers, Support Services, Training, and Administration can be assigned based on the incident.
Procedures and Responsibilities
- Level 1 Activation: Initiated when hazardous conditions exist, posing a direct threat to life and property within Harris County ESD 7.
- Level 1 Responsibilities:
- Apparatus Deployment: Immediately deploy and dispatch all available units.
- Equipment Preparation: Ensure all equipment is in working order, including Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) cylinders, spare cylinders, and high-water/water rescue equipment.
- Facilities Maintenance: Check and maintain generators, remove debris from facilities, cover exposed plumbing, and ensure detention pond maintenance.
- Public Information Officer (PIO): Constant social media updates, monitor traditional media, and answer media questions.
- Documentation: Complete and submit all Incident Command System (ICS) forms as directed.
- Emergency Response: Coordinated through the dispatch center.
- Unified Command: Established through the Fire Desk located at the Harris County Office of Emergency Management (OEM).
- Department Operations Center (DOC): Located in the Administration conference room, staffed for Level 1 and 2 activations.
DOC Positions:
- Position 1 (Primary Radio Operator): Manages dispatch roles.
- Position 2 (Call Taker & Support): Manages SARCOP and supports primary radio operator.
- Position 3 (Call Taker & Primary Contact): Manages call taking and 800 Radio traffic.
- Position 4 (Secondary Radio Operator): Backups primary radio operator and handles call taking.
Outside Assistance and Overtime:
- Outside Assistance: Coordinated through the unified command structure.
- Exempt Employee Overtime: Exempt employees assigned to Emergency Operations or DOC during a state-declared disaster receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40.
- Overtime Approval Requirements: Completed ICS forms must be submitted to the supervisor for overtime approval. Overtime is only approved for FEMA/TDEM eligible events.
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