Fire Department Apparel Policy
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What is the purpose of the Station Management program?

  • To facilitate the appropriate and effective use of station resources (correct)
  • To develop a plan for emergency response
  • To create a system for reporting accidents
  • To establish a firefighting training program

    • Who is responsible for issuing the Station Management policy?

  • The Battalion Chief
  • The County Administrator
  • The Station Captain
  • The Fire Chief (correct)

    • What is a Collateral Activity Period?

  • A designated time for firefighters to rest
  • A period for conducting performance appraisals and counseling (correct)
  • A period for emergency response training
  • A time for firefighters to engage in recreational activities

    • What is a Battalion Line-Up?

    <p>A document identifying personnel assigned to specific apparatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effective date of the Station Management policy?

    <p>April 21, 2015</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the authority for the Station Management policy?

    <p>Montgomery County Code Section 21-2 (d)(4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does the Station Management policy apply to?

    <p>All MCFRS personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Fire and Rescue Station?

    <p>A facility that provides emergency response services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of MCFRS's Station Management policy?

    <p>Maintaining the operational readiness of personnel and facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for designating exceptions to scheduled activities?

    <p>Supervisors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of daily apparatus checks?

    <p>To ensure equipment is in good working order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Daily Activity Periods must Station Officers schedule each day?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration for each Daily Activity Period?

    <p>One to two hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the objectives of Station Management policy?

    <p>Maintaining apparatus and supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for documenting changes to scheduled activities in the logbook?

    <p>All personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the activities that may occur during a Collateral Activity Period?

    <p>Apparatus maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Fire Chief’s General Order (FCGO) in MCFRS?

    <p>An operational or administrative order applicable to all MCFRS Divisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Document Control Officer in MCFRS?

    <p>To review and develop policies and procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an MCFRS Policy and Procedure (P&P)?

    <p>A document that gives a broad vision and specific directions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an Information Bulletin (IB)?

    <p>To describe a process used by the Section or Division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for approving Executive Regulations?

    <p>The County Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Form in MCFRS?

    <p>A standardized document to record or transmit specific information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of a Directive in MCFRS?

    <p>Limited to one Division or Section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a DFRS Policy and Procedure?

    <p>A legacy document applicable to career employees only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for completing an ePCR after an incident?

    <p>As soon as practical, but no later than 24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must the MCFRS Unit Officer collect from the OOC's Communications Center when an MCFRS unit is transferred to an OOC Fire Station?

    <p>OOC Event Number, Address, Event Type, and Time of Dispatch and Time of Clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in the incident number field when completing an EMS report manually?

    <p>An alpha-numeric code (e.g. PG15########)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must be contacted to unlock the report and change the incident and station run numbers to the MCFRS number?

    <p>The EMS Duty Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be created in the CAD system for each OOC response when the unit returns to Montgomery County?

    <p>A 'Catch-Up' event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying the triage number sticker to any document left at the facility?

    <p>To reference the triage number in the ePCR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be completed manually in accordance with Maryland Medical Protocols and this policy?

    <p>The EMS report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must be referenced in the appropriate field when completing an ePCR?

    <p>The triage number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the EMS provider enter the information into the ePCR system after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>As soon as possible but no later than seven days from when the electronic system becomes available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is authorized to receive social security or other governmental benefits on behalf of the patient?

    <p>A member of the patient's family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a patient is a minor, what must the provider attempt to obtain?

    <p>A signature from the parent/guardian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider note in the narrative of the ePCR when using the Short Form to document a patient refusal on the scene?

    <p>That there are no patient signatures due to the use of the Short Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must the provider obtain from the nurse or physician assuming care when transferring a patient to a receiving facility?

    <p>The full name and title of the nurse or physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the reverse side of the Short Form?

    <p>To provide a checklist for Patient Refusals from the Maryland Medical Protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do if a patient refuses treatment and/or transport to a facility?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do with the original Short Form with signatures?

    <p>Send it to the Records Custodian at PSHQ via sealed interoffice mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a patient who is not transported to a facility?

    <p>Additional requirements, including the patient's signature, a complete patient assessment, and explanation of potential risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Short Form used for besides documenting patient refusals?

    <p>As a guide for pre-hospital consults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting the patient's refusal of treatment and/or transport?

    <p>To protect the EMS provider from liability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the checklist on the reverse side of the Short Form?

    <p>To guide EMS providers in obtaining properly-informed patient refusals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the provider to enter the information into the ePCR system after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>As soon as possible but no later than seven days from when the electronic system becomes available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring their full name is documented in the appropriate ePCR field?

    <p>The EMS provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when a patient is transferred to a receiving facility?

    <p>The provider must obtain a signature from the nurse or physician assuming care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do with the copy of the Short Form after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>Leave it at the hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is authorized to receive social security or other governmental benefits on behalf of the patient?

    <p>A member of the patient's family or other person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider obtain when a patient is a minor?

    <p>A parent/guardian signature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must the provider obtain from the nurse or physician assuming care when transferring a patient to a receiving facility?

    <p>The nurse's full name and title</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do if a patient refuses treatment and/or transport to a facility?

    <p>Obtain the patient's signature and document on the ePCR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a patient who is not transported to a facility?

    <p>The provider must follow Sections 7.f.3.A, 7.f.3.C, and 7.f.3.D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring their full name is documented in the appropriate ePCR field?

    <p>The provider</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider note in the narrative of the ePCR when using the Short Form to document a patient refusal on the scene?

    <p>The patient's refusal of treatment and/or transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the EMS provider enter the information into the ePCR system after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>Immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When an MCFRS unit is transferred to an OOC Fire Station, what information must the MCFRS Unit Officer collect from the OOC's Communications Center?

    <p>The OOC Event Number, Address, Event Type, and Time of Dispatch and Time of Clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of completing an ePCR for each patient?

    <p>To ensure the provider's accountability for the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do with the original Short Form with signatures after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>Return it to the MCFRS Unit Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required time frame for completing an ePCR after an incident?

    <p>As soon as practical but no later than 24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider include in the incident number field when completing an EMS report manually?

    <p>An alpha-numeric number (e.g. PG15########)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be created in the CAD system for each OOC response when the unit returns to Montgomery County?

    <p>A 'Catch-Up' event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying the triage number sticker to any document left at the facility?

    <p>To identify the patient's documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must be contacted to unlock the report and change the incident and station run numbers to the MCFRS number?

    <p>The EMS Duty Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Short Form in EMS patient care reporting?

    <p>To obtain properly-informed patient refusals on the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the EMS provider do with the original Short Form with signatures after using it to document a patient refusal?

    <p>Send it to the Records Custodian at PSHQ via sealed interoffice mail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the checklist on the reverse side of the Short Form used for?

    <p>To guide providers in obtaining properly-informed patient refusals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the EMS provider to enter patient information into the ePCR system after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>As soon as possible but no later than 7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider note in the narrative of the ePCR when using the Short Form to document a patient refusal on the scene?

    <p>There are no patient signatures due to the use of the Short Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Short Form besides documenting patient refusals?

    <p>To guide providers in pre-hospital consults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the provider do with the copy of the Short Form after transferring a patient at the hospital?

    <p>Leave a copy of the Short Form at the hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of documenting the patient's refusal of treatment and/or transport?

    <p>To ensure the patient's informed consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Policy

    Station Management

    • The policy aims to establish a Station Management program that ensures effective use of resources, meeting MCFRS goals and objectives.
    • The policy applies to all MCFRS personnel.

    Definitions

    • Battalion Line-Up: A daily document that identifies personnel assigned to specific riding assignments on apparatus.
    • Collateral Activity Period: A designated activity period for personnel to meet individualized training requirements, conduct performance appraisals, and maintain station-related duties.
    • Fire and Rescue Station (Station): A facility that must maintain operational readiness, provide a safe and healthy work environment, and ensure compliance with the Station Management policy.

    Station Management Policy Objectives

    • The policy objectives must be implemented to support:
      • Readiness for response
      • Training
      • Map and preplan maintenance, and area familiarization
      • Facility maintenance, repairs, and supplies
      • Fire prevention and community outreach
      • Maintenance of apparatus and supplies
      • Maintenance of small tools and equipment
      • Physical fitness training

    Daily Activity Periods

    • Each day, Station Officers must schedule four Daily Activity Periods, unless otherwise designated by the Station Commander, Battalion Chief, or the Duty Operations Chief.
    • The four periods are:
      • Daily apparatus checks
      • Morning
      • Afternoon
      • Evening
    • Each period must be 1-2 hours in duration, with apparatus checks as a priority at the beginning of each shift.

    Responsibilities

    • The Station Commander is responsible for implementing the Station Management policy objectives.

    Policy and Procedure Definitions

    • DFRS Policy and Procedure: A legacy document applicable to career employees.
    • Directive: A statement of direction, policy, or procedure that primarily affects one Division of MCFRS or is limited in scope.
    • Document Control Officer: The MCFRS employee responsible for policy and procedure review and development.
    • Executive Regulation: A County-wide policy approved by the County Council, pursuant to Montgomery County Code, Section 2A-15.
    • Fire Chief's General Order (FCGO): An operational or administrative order issued by the Fire Chief, applicable to all MCFRS Divisions, Sections, and personnel.
    • Form: A standardized document used to record or transmit specific information.
    • Information Bulletin (IB): A statement issued by an MCFRS Section or Division providing information about a specific topic.
    • MCFRS Policy and Procedure (P&P): A document issued by the Fire Chief that gives a broad vision and specific directions.

    Authorized Representatives

    • Authorized representatives include patient's legal guardian, family member receiving government benefits, family member arranging medical treatment, or an agency/institution providing care to the patient.
    • For minors, providers must attempt to obtain a parent/guardian signature.

    Patient Signature and Information

    • Providers must obtain a signature from the nurse or physician assuming care at the receiving facility.
    • Full names and titles of signees must be documented in the ePCR field.

    Refusal of Treatment and Transport

    • If a patient refuses treatment and/or transport, providers must obtain the patient's signature, a complete patient assessment, an explanation of potential risks, and advise the patient to call 911 if condition changes.

    Short Form and Patient Refusals

    • The Short Form can be used to document patient refusals and should be retained with signatures and sent to the Records Custodian at PSHQ via sealed interoffice mail.
    • Providers must enter information into the ePCR system, noting that there are no patient signatures due to the use of the Short Form.

    Records Management and Reporting

    • Providers must complete the ePCR for each patient as soon as practical but no later than 24 hours after the incident.
    • The triage number sticker must be applied to any document left at the facility, and a copy retained for later completion in the ePCR.

    Accountability of Events

    • When an MCFRS unit is transferred to an out-of-county (OOC) Fire Station, the MCFRS Unit Officer must collect the OOC Event Number, address, event type, and time of dispatch and clear from the OOC Communications Center.

    Authorized Representatives

    • Authorized representatives include patient's legal guardian, family member receiving government benefits, family member arranging medical treatment, or an agency/institution providing care to the patient.
    • For minors, providers must attempt to obtain a parent/guardian signature.

    Patient Signature and Information

    • Providers must obtain a signature from the nurse or physician assuming care at the receiving facility.
    • Full names and titles of signees must be documented in the ePCR field.

    Refusal of Treatment and Transport

    • If a patient refuses treatment and/or transport, providers must obtain the patient's signature, a complete patient assessment, an explanation of potential risks, and advise the patient to call 911 if condition changes.

    Short Form and Patient Refusals

    • The Short Form can be used to document patient refusals and should be retained with signatures and sent to the Records Custodian at PSHQ via sealed interoffice mail.
    • Providers must enter information into the ePCR system, noting that there are no patient signatures due to the use of the Short Form.

    Records Management and Reporting

    • Providers must complete the ePCR for each patient as soon as practical but no later than 24 hours after the incident.
    • The triage number sticker must be applied to any document left at the facility, and a copy retained for later completion in the ePCR.

    Accountability of Events

    • When an MCFRS unit is transferred to an out-of-county (OOC) Fire Station, the MCFRS Unit Officer must collect the OOC Event Number, address, event type, and time of dispatch and clear from the OOC Communications Center.

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    This quiz is about the apparel policy for career personnel in the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service. It covers policy No. 15-01, effective on a certain date. Take this quiz to learn more about the policy and its guidelines.

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