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What defines Level 1 readiness in the Emergency Deployment Plan?
What defines Level 1 readiness in the Emergency Deployment Plan?
- Full resources deployment with partial staffing of the Department Operations Center.
- Automatic recall of off-duty employees and a staffed Department Operations Center. (correct)
- Complete stand-down of operations with no additional employees called in.
- Minimal staffing with voluntary recall for off-duty employees.
Which level of readiness includes a possible automatic recall?
Which level of readiness includes a possible automatic recall?
- Only Level 4.
- Level 2 and Level 3. (correct)
- Level 1 only.
- All levels of readiness.
How should ICS forms be handled according to the Emergency Deployment Plan?
How should ICS forms be handled according to the Emergency Deployment Plan?
- Only the head of staff needs to document them.
- They should be completed, but not necessarily turned in.
- Forms are optional and can be disregarded in low readiness levels.
- They must be documented and submitted as directed. (correct)
Who should coordinate emergency response activations?
Who should coordinate emergency response activations?
What is NOT part of Level 1 emergency deployment readiness?
What is NOT part of Level 1 emergency deployment readiness?
Under what condition may exempt employees receive overtime?
Under what condition may exempt employees receive overtime?
What is the purpose of the Unified command during an emergency?
What is the purpose of the Unified command during an emergency?
What should be the staffing approach during Level 2 and Level 3 readiness?
What should be the staffing approach during Level 2 and Level 3 readiness?
What is the primary function of automatic recall for off-duty employees?
What is the primary function of automatic recall for off-duty employees?
Who determines the staffing levels for the Department Operations Center during an emergency?
Who determines the staffing levels for the Department Operations Center during an emergency?
Under what condition is the Department Operations Center allowed to operate remotely?
Under what condition is the Department Operations Center allowed to operate remotely?
What is NOT included in the logistics preparation for activation as stated in the guidelines?
What is NOT included in the logistics preparation for activation as stated in the guidelines?
What does LEVEL 4 – Normal Readiness signify in the context of department operations?
What does LEVEL 4 – Normal Readiness signify in the context of department operations?
Which of the following is a responsibility of Support Services personnel during preparation for large-scale operations?
Which of the following is a responsibility of Support Services personnel during preparation for large-scale operations?
What is the initial step for each division within the department before activation?
What is the initial step for each division within the department before activation?
What type of equipment is prepared for dispersal by the department before an activation?
What type of equipment is prepared for dispersal by the department before an activation?
What is the primary reason for declaring Level 2 – High Readiness?
What is the primary reason for declaring Level 2 – High Readiness?
Which personnel are subject to automatic recall during Level 2 readiness?
Which personnel are subject to automatic recall during Level 2 readiness?
What role does the Public Information Officer play in the Department Operations Center?
What role does the Public Information Officer play in the Department Operations Center?
Which statement best describes the function of the Department Operations Center during Level 3 – Increased Readiness?
Which statement best describes the function of the Department Operations Center during Level 3 – Increased Readiness?
Which type of emergency personnel may be instructed to work from home?
Which type of emergency personnel may be instructed to work from home?
What action is taken under Level 2 regarding the assignment of personnel during emergencies?
What action is taken under Level 2 regarding the assignment of personnel during emergencies?
How does Level 3 – Increased Readiness impact the deployment of resources?
How does Level 3 – Increased Readiness impact the deployment of resources?
Which division's representatives are not mentioned as part of the Department Operations Center staffing?
Which division's representatives are not mentioned as part of the Department Operations Center staffing?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Deployment Plan for the Spring Fire Department?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Deployment Plan for the Spring Fire Department?
Who is responsible for determining the initiation of the emergency deployment?
Who is responsible for determining the initiation of the emergency deployment?
Under which readiness level does the immediate recall of off-duty employees occur?
Under which readiness level does the immediate recall of off-duty employees occur?
What must occur for Level 1 readiness to be declared?
What must occur for Level 1 readiness to be declared?
Which divisions are subject to recall when the emergency deployment plan is activated?
Which divisions are subject to recall when the emergency deployment plan is activated?
What is the function of the Command Staff during an emergency recall?
What is the function of the Command Staff during an emergency recall?
What does the Emergency Deployment Plan require from all members of the Spring Fire Department?
What does the Emergency Deployment Plan require from all members of the Spring Fire Department?
What is the review date specified for the emergency deployment guideline?
What is the review date specified for the emergency deployment guideline?
What is the primary role of the Secondary radio operator at Position 4?
What is the primary role of the Secondary radio operator at Position 4?
Which criteria determines the number of positions staffed during an incident or event?
Which criteria determines the number of positions staffed during an incident or event?
In what scenario will exempt employees be compensated at an overtime rate?
In what scenario will exempt employees be compensated at an overtime rate?
What is required for overtime approval for exempt employees?
What is required for overtime approval for exempt employees?
Which of the following is NOT a type of document referenced in the related policies section?
Which of the following is NOT a type of document referenced in the related policies section?
Who is identified as the appropriate contact office for questions or comments regarding this guideline?
Who is identified as the appropriate contact office for questions or comments regarding this guideline?
What needs to be done for overtime to be reimbursed according to the guidelines?
What needs to be done for overtime to be reimbursed according to the guidelines?
Which role is primarily responsible for overseeing command and support staff work areas?
Which role is primarily responsible for overseeing command and support staff work areas?
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Study Notes
Emergency Deployment Plan
- Spring Fire Department (SFD) has four levels of readiness for emergency deployment.
- Each level corresponds to the severity of the hazards or conditions, and the level dictates resource deployment and staffing.
- Level 1: Maximum Readiness. The full resources of the organization are deployed, including off-duty employees. A fully staffed Department Operations Center (DOC) is activated. Automatic recall for off-duty employees is initiated.
- Level 2: High Readiness. Possible automatic recall for off-duty employees. The DOC is staffed based on needs.
- Level 3: Increased Readiness. Possible automatic recall for off-duty employees. The DOC can be operated remotely if necessary.
- Level 4: Normal Readiness. No hazardous conditions are imminent, and the department's normal capabilities do not require additional support.
Department Operations Center (DOC) Staffing
- During Level 1 and 2, the DOC is staffed with: Chief Officers, Public Information Officer, representatives from Logistics, Training, IT, Apparatus Maintenance, and Facilities Maintenance.
- Administrative Staff can be instructed to work from home, but may be required to staff the DOC if needed.
- The DOC can be operated remotely during Level 3, with staffing determined by the Fire Chief or designee based on the threat or conditions.
Preparedness
- Each division within the department is responsible for specific tasks before and during a deployment:
- Logistics:
- Setup DOC
- Fill supply requests from stations
- Prepare extra equipment for dispersal
- Prepare and place reserve apparatus in service
- Place apparatus throughout the district as directed by Command Staff
- Purchase food and supplies for the DOC
- Logistics:
- The 800 radio operator handles all traffic on the 800-radio system.
Exempt Employee Overtime
- Full-time exempt employees assigned to Emergency Operations and/or the DOC during a state-declared disaster are compensated at an overtime rate.
- Overtime approval requires completed ICS forms, and is only approved for FEMA/TDEM events eligible for reimbursement.
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