Emergency Services Management Overview

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What is Division 1 about?

Fiscal Affairs

Emergency Medical

Administration and Organization (correct)

Apparatus and Equipment

What does Division 2 cover?

Communications and Information Technology

Personnel Management

Health and Safety

Apparatus and Equipment (correct)

What is the focus of Division 3?

Public Affairs

Communications and Information Technology (correct)

Inspections and Investigations

Education and Training

What does Division 4 involve?

Education and Training Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Division 5?

Emergency Medical Signup and view all the answers

What is covered in Division 6?

Fire and Rescue Operations Signup and view all the answers

What does Division 7 focus on?

Fiscal Affairs Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Division 8?

Health and Safety Signup and view all the answers

What does Division 9 cover?

Special Operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Division 10?

Logistics and Supply Signup and view all the answers

What does Division 11 handle?

Personnel Management Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Division 12?

Inspections and Investigations Signup and view all the answers

What does Division 13 pertain to?

Public Affairs Signup and view all the answers

What does GO 03-11 outline?

Specific procedures and guidelines for dispatch of Fire, EMS, and specialty units Signup and view all the answers

What does a Box Alarm require?

4 Engine Companies, 2 Truck Companies, 1 Special Service, Closest BLS/ALS ambulance, 2 Battalion chiefs Signup and view all the answers

What is included in an EMS Task Force?

2 BLS ambulances, 1 ALS ambulance Signup and view all the answers

What does a Fire Task Force consist of?

2 Engine Companies, 1 Special Service, 1 Breathing Air Unit Signup and view all the answers

What is a Local Alarm?

An emergency or non-emergency incident requiring the dispatch of 1 unit Signup and view all the answers

What does a Mass Casualty Task Force include?

4 BLS ambulances, 2 ALS ambulances, 1 Medical Care Support Unit, 1 ambulance bus, 1 Rescue Squad, 1 EMS supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is a Medic Local?

A life-threatening medical emergency requiring dispatch of an ALS ambulance per EMD protocols Signup and view all the answers

What does a Rapid Intervention Task Force consist of?

2 Engine Companies, 1 Rescue Squad, 1 ALS ambulance, 1 BLS ambulance, 1 Breathing Air Unit, 1 Thermal Imaging Camera Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a Rescue Local?

A personal injury automobile collision or other incident with entrapment Signup and view all the answers

What is a Street Alarm?

A Fire Incident not involving seeing smoke or flames or the smell of something; involves 2 Engine Companies, 1 Truck Company, Next nearest special Service Signup and view all the answers

What does Working Fire Dispatch include?

1 ALS ambulance, EMS Duty Officer, Safety Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the SOP for Structure Fires?

GO 06-01 Signup and view all the answers

What does GO 06-02 refer to?

SOP for Basement Fires Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Division Overview

Division 1: Focus on Administration and Organization.
Division 2: Concerned with Apparatus and Equipment.
Division 3: Handles Communications and Information Technology.
Division 4: Responsible for Education and Training.
Division 5: Manages Emergency Medical Services.
Division 6: Oversees Fire and Rescue Operations.
Division 7: Focuses on Fiscal Affairs.
Division 8: Dedicated to Health and Safety.
Division 9: Engages in Special Operations.
Division 10: Manages Logistics and Supply.
Division 11: Handles Personnel Management.
Division 12: Responsible for Inspections and Investigations.
Division 13: Engaged in Public Affairs.

General Orders

GO 03-11: Establishes procedures for dispatching Fire, EMS, and specialty units.
Box Alarm: In response to a fire incident in a structure that excludes detached garages/sheds, it involves:
- 4 Engine Companies
- 2 Truck Companies
- 1 Special Service unit
- Closest BLS/ALS ambulance
- 2 Battalion Chiefs

Task Forces

EMS Task Force: Composed of 2 BLS ambulances and 1 ALS ambulance.
Fire Task Force: Includes 2 Engine Companies, 1 Special Service, and 1 Breathing Air Unit.
Mass Casualty Task Force: Consists of 4 BLS ambulances, 2 ALS ambulances, 1 Medical Care Support Unit, 1 ambulance bus, 1 Rescue Squad, and 1 EMS supervisor.
Rapid Intervention Task Force: Features 2 Engine Companies, 1 Rescue Squad, 1 ALS ambulance, 1 BLS ambulance, and 1 Breathing Air Unit, plus 1 Thermal Imaging Camera.

Incident Definitions

Local Alarm: Activation for an emergency or non-emergency incident requiring 1 unit.
Medic Local: Pertains to life-threatening medical emergencies necessitating the dispatch of an ALS ambulance based on EMD protocols.
Rescue Local: Involves personal injury incidents or collisions with entrapment.
Street Alarm: A fire incident without visible smoke or flames; requires 2 Engine Companies, 1 Truck Company, and the next nearest special service.
Working Fire Dispatch: Involves 1 ALS ambulance, EMS Duty Officer, and Safety Officer.

Standard Operating Procedures

GO 06-01: Standard Operating Procedure for Structure Fires.
GO 06-02: Standard Operating Procedure for Basement Fires.

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Description

This quiz covers the essential divisions and general orders related to emergency services management. It provides insights into administration, organization, equipment, and other crucial aspects in handling emergencies effectively. Test your knowledge on how these divisions operate and their specific roles.