Questions and Answers
What is one of the primary duties of a Captain II serving as an Emergency Services Liaison Officer?
Which responsibility is NOT typically associated with the EMS Liaison Officer?
In the context of incident management, what is an Incident Management Team responsible for?
Which of the following tasks is carried out by the EMS Liaison Officer?
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What role does the Captain II play as part of the Incident Management Team during major emergencies?
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What is a key responsibility of the Paramedic Captains assigned to the EMS Division?
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Which of the following options best describes the duties of an Emergency Services Liaison Officer?
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The EMS Liaison Officer's role includes which of the following responsibilities?
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What is a core function of emergency operations in air operations?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Arson/Counter-Terrorism Section Commander?
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Which operation is categorized as a non-emergency function of air operations?
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What is a crucial task of the ACTS regarding training programs?
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How many Captains serve as administrative assistants to the Section Commander in ACTS?
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What is a primary objective of tactical air operations during emergencies?
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Which of the following tasks is included in the non-emergency operations of air operations?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Arson/Counter-Terrorism Section?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Unit Commander?
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Which task is NOT part of the Disaster Area Coordinator's (DAC) responsibilities?
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Which of the following is a key goal of the Disaster Awareness Training Unit?
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What kind of programs does the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) focus on?
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Which role involves preparing the annual budgets for disaster preparedness projects?
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What is the main focus of the WFMU as described in the content?
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What type of training does the Disaster Awareness Training Unit provide?
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Which of the following does NOT describe a responsibility of the DAC?
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Study Notes
Air Operations Objectives
- Air operations include emergency and non-emergency functions critical for public safety.
- Emergency operations involve tactical observation using video and infrared technology, transport of personnel and equipment, water drops for firefighting, and search and rescue missions.
- Non-emergency operations focus on fire prevention, aerial patrols, photography, mapping, and transport of city officials.
Arson/Counter-Terrorism Section (ACTS)
- ACTS is part of the Special Operations Section with a Battalion Chief overseeing activities during business hours.
- Main duties include supervision of the section, evaluation of investigative data, monitoring case loads, assigning cases, and coordinating training programs.
- The section develops programs and task forces, and represents the department in community and governmental meetings.
ACTS Captains
- Two Captains function as administrative assistants to the ACTS commander.
- They provide support to Incident Commanders in determining fire origin and cause at incidents.
Emergency Services Liaison Officer
- A Captain II works as an administrative assistant to the Bureau Commander, coordinating bureau activities.
- Duties encompass planning bureau programs, facilitating communication, participating in major emergencies, and conducting research for complex staff studies.
EMS Liaison Officer
- A Paramedic Captain II supports the Bureau Commander in coordinating Emergency Medical Services activities.
- Responsibilities include planning programs, managing personnel transfers, and responding to emergencies as part of an Incident Management Team.
EMS Division Captains
- Paramedic Captains assist the EMS Division Chief with the coordination of the EMS program and respond as on-call incident managers.
- They make public appearances to raise awareness about disaster preparedness among the public and officials.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Unit
- The CERT Unit, under the Disaster Preparedness Section, is led by a Captain I.
- Main tasks include planning and directing CERT activities, supervising training, representing the department at civic events, and overseeing grant research and proposals.
Disaster Awareness Training Unit
- The Disaster Area Coordinator (DAC) leads the Disaster Awareness Training Unit.
- Responsibilities include organizing disaster preparedness training, maintaining relationships with city officials and organizations, and planning community outreach programs.
- The DAC also manages budgets for disaster preparedness projects and provides training to LAFD members.
Wildland Fuel Management Unit
- A Captain II manages operations related to Wildland Fuel Management, overseeing activities for heavy equipment used in mitigation efforts.
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This quiz covers the functions and objectives of air operations in emergency services. Key aspects include tactical observation techniques, transportation methods for personnel and equipment, and the implementation of water drop strategies during emergencies. Test your knowledge of these critical operations.