GOG 10-12 Emergency Notification of Injury

Questions and Answers

Who is responsible for dispatching a battalion chief to the receiving hospital?

Shift Commander

Communications Center

Principal Liaison

Incident Commander (correct)

What action should be taken if the injured party is conscious and capable of contacting parties?

Initiate self-directed notification

Facilitate their contacts (correct)

Notify the Communications Center

Reassess the level of assistance needed

What is one of the first actions the Shift Commander will take following an incident?

Review the injury details personally

Dispatch a medical team immediately

Contact family members of the injured

Institute sufficient recall of command and administrative staff (correct)

What is the role of the designee assigned by the Shift Commander?

To serve as the principal liaison for notification processes Signup and view all the answers

How will the Communications Center relay information to command and administrative staff?

By phone or text Signup and view all the answers

What must the Communications staff specify when contacting command staff?

The designee indicated by the Shift Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the emergency notification guidelines?

To ensure timely communication with the families of injured personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What should the Incident Commander do in the event of an injury requiring hospital transport?

Inform the Communication Center of the injury and initial assessment. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the central point for department-wide notifications regarding injuries located?

At 6750 Eastwood Trafficway. Signup and view all the answers

Who must be notified by text or phone regarding an injury?

The Shift Commander and the on-call union representative. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of KCFD operations does the injury notification guideline address?

It outlines responsibilities during incidents resulting in personnel injury. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Health, Wellness and Safety Committee in the context of these guidelines?

To oversee the communication about personnel injuries. Signup and view all the answers

In which situations does this guideline not apply?

In cases of minor injuries that do not require medical attention. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the official representative dispatched to meet the party?

To transport the party to the hospital Signup and view all the answers

When is the next review date for these guidelines?

8/1/2023 Signup and view all the answers

What should the transporting officer do upon arrival at the hospital?

Introduce the party to the hospital liaison Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the hospital liaison upon the family's arrival?

To meet the family and take them to a secure location Signup and view all the answers

What critical information must the transporting officer convey when meeting the party?

Their identification and who is waiting at the hospital Signup and view all the answers

Which group is responsible for the review of the operating guidelines for emergency notification of injury?

Health, Wellness and Safety Committee Signup and view all the answers

What is an important function of the hospital liaison once they arrive at the hospital?

Gather information about the patient's conditions Signup and view all the answers

What type of personnel do these guidelines apply to?

All firefighting personnel Signup and view all the answers

Why might limited information be emphasized to the party?

To manage their expectations early on Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hospital liaison play upon the family's arrival?

They secure a private location for the family to gather Signup and view all the answers

What assistance does the hospital liaison provide to the family after their arrival?

Assistance with additional contacts and support Signup and view all the answers

When is the next review date for these operating guidelines?

7/1/2023 Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a responsibility of the hospital liaison?

Providing immediate medical care Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Principal Liaison play in emergency notification of injury?

Obtains contact information and informs designated parties Signup and view all the answers

What should the Principal Liaison emphasize to the contacted person?

That transportation will be sent, and communication is crucial Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step the Communications Center must take in the process?

Access the employee's notification information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Principal Liaison?

Making a formal report about the injury Signup and view all the answers

What information should the Principal Liaison provide to the designated person?

Information that the employee is injured and transported Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the officer mentioned in the emergency notification process?

To transport the contacted person to the hospital Signup and view all the answers

What should the contacted person be asked regarding other parties?

If they wish to notify anyone to meet them at the hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of these emergency notification guidelines?

August 1, 2020 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Emergency Notification of Injury Guidelines

Designed to ensure quick and effective communication with family of injured firefighting personnel.
Applicable to all Kansas City Fire Department (KCFD) members.
Established mutual support by KCFD and union representatives in injury situations.

Notification Process

Incident Commander must notify the Communication Center at 6750 Eastwood Trafficway for hospital transport situations.
Communication about the identity and severity of the injury should be secured and timely.
Shift Commander and on-call union representatives must be informed via text or phone.

Personnel Support

A battalion chief or equivalent resource must be sent to the hospital to assess support needs.
If the injured individual can communicate, they may direct their own notification process.

Shift Commander Responsibilities

Recall necessary command and administrative staff for effective communication.
Assign a designee to manage the notification process.
Relay comprehensive injury information to the principal liaison at first contact.

Communication Center Functions

Utilize text or phone to contact command and administrative staff, monitoring relevant communication channels.
Access employee's notification information for emergency contacts.

Principal Liaison Duties

Secure contact information and initiate calls to primary or secondary designated parties of the injured employee.
Provide updates about the situation, stressing the importance of transport to the hospital.
Gather additional contact names for possible notifications and assure party of officer assistance at the hospital.

Transportation Procedure

An official representative will pick up the designated contact and transport them to the hospital, confirming identity and purpose.
Limited information about the injury will be shared, with reassurances about hospital support.

Hospital Liaison Role

At the hospital, the liaison will find a private space for family members to wait.
Collect and communicate available injury details while coordinating with the attending medical staff.
Assist families upon arrival, providing current information and addressing their concerns until Labor representatives take over support.

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Description

This quiz covers the general operating guidelines for emergency notifications related to injuries among firefighting personnel, effective from August 1, 2020. Understand the protocols, changes from previous guidelines, and the importance of timely notifications in emergencies.