Fire Department Operations and Roles
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What is the primary role of the Fire Chief within the Department?

  • To supervise all members on the field
  • To manage financial resources and budget allocation
  • To serve as the final authority in policy, operations, and discipline (correct)
  • To act as a spokesperson for the community

    • Which of the following is NOT a type of order given in the Department?

  • General Orders
  • Operational Orders (correct)
  • Orders
  • Special Orders

    • What does the term 'Detail (Company)' refer to?

  • A temporary assignment from one company to another (correct)
  • An incident requiring special service
  • An order from the Fire Chief
  • A permanent change in team structure

    • How often does a shift last in the Department?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to issue special orders?

    <p>The Fire Chief only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes 'Improper Employee Conduct'?

    <p>Violations of lawful orders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the Department as stated?

    <p>To protect life and property within its jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as an incident requiring Fire Department action?

    <p>Fire Incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Officer in Charge during their tour of duty?

    <p>Ensuring proper discipline and good order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the absence of the Officer in Charge, who assumes responsibility for the command?

    <p>The senior available Lieutenant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the Officer in Charge do during roll calls?

    <p>Communicate all orders or information and correct the command as necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Lieutenants in relation to their subordinates?

    <p>They must oversee activities and ensure discipline is maintained</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a responsibility of the Commanding Officer regarding grievances?

    <p>Receive all grievances as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must Lieutenants be assured of with regard to their command?

    <p>They must ensure good order, conduct, discipline, and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential part of record-keeping for a Commanding Officer?

    <p>Preparation of correspondence and reports relating to command activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Officer in Charge handle personnel complaints?

    <p>They must inquire into complaints against members under their command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members do if they receive an unauthorized gift in the line of duty?

    <p>Forward it to the Fire Chief with a report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Members are allowed to accept free admissions to events when?

    <p>In the line of duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must members do before accepting compensation for damages incurred on duty?

    <p>Notify the Fire Chief in writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Members who incur debts while on duty must do what?

    <p>Pay all just debts and legal liabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should misplaced equipment be reported?

    <p>Notify the Station to which it belongs immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is forbidden for members on duty in uniform concerning public places?

    <p>Loitering and unnecessary conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement if a member intends to seek compensation for off-duty injuries?

    <p>File written notice before any action is taken</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members do if they are offered a loan fee while on duty?

    <p>Refer the offer to the Fire Chief in writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary restriction regarding the use of Department vehicles?

    <p>They are only for official Department business.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must apparatus be cleaned according to the guidelines?

    <p>At least once each day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for safeguarding apparatus or equipment at a Fire Station?

    <p>Lieutenants, Captains, and Commanding Officers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can citizens be transported in Department vehicles?

    <p>Only when necessary for Department purposes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protocol for reporting accidents involving City personnel?

    <p>Use designated forms to report to the Commanding Officer immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must all members do when operating fire radios?

    <p>Strictly follow regulations set forth by the Department and FCC.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should radio equipment be put into operation by apparatus?

    <p>Immediately upon leaving the Fire Station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when a member is killed or seriously injured?

    <p>Immediate verbal and then a written report to the Fire Chief or Commanding Officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of members regarding the reporting of damaged or inoperative equipment?

    <p>They shall immediately report any loss or damage to their Station Officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which types of materials are Lieutenants and Captains permitted to display without authorization?

    <p>No lewd or undesirable printed matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must members do with departmental property upon separation from service?

    <p>They are required to return all departmental property in their possession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should fire stations be maintained according to the guidelines?

    <p>They should be kept clean, orderly, and aired each day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is prohibited regarding notices posted within the department?

    <p>Notices of a derogatory nature are strictly forbidden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is required regarding the care of fire station beds?

    <p>Members must maintain their beds in a clean and sanitary condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should members avoid doing to posted notices?

    <p>Marking or altering them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected regarding the maintenance of the fire station's exterior?

    <p>Sidewalks must be kept clear of ice, snow, and obstructions at all times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step a Command Officer must take upon observing misconduct?

    <p>Take authorized action and report to the Commanding Officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is taken for citizen complaints during normal business hours?

    <p>Complaints are referred to the Chief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case of serious complaints, what must the Commanding Officer do?

    <p>Notify the Deputy Chief or Fire Chief as soon as possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in a thorough investigation of alleged misconduct?

    <p>Physical evidence and formal statements from all relevant parties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the written report of an investigation include?

    <p>An abstract of the complaint and pertinent statements from all parties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must an officer take after receiving a serious complaint outside of business hours?

    <p>Take immediate action to investigate the complaint themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a Command Officer respond to observed misconduct?

    <p>By taking necessary action and reporting to the Commanding Officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do if they observe a serious incident that requires immediate action?

    <p>Notify the Deputy Chief or Fire Chief and take immediate action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial step a Command Officer should take upon observing misconduct?

    <p>Document the incident for further review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a serious incident requires immediate action?

    <p>Notify the Officer in Charge immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case of serious complaints, what is the required action by the Commanding Officer?

    <p>Conduct a thorough investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Waukegan Fire Department Work Rules

    • Revised: January 2020
    • Purpose: General guidelines for fire department operations and conduct. Supplementary standard operating procedures provide details.
    • Rules and regulations: Not intended to override civil service or contractual obligations.
    • Member Responsibility: Each member receives and is accountable for these rules. Return of the rulebook upon leaving employment is mandatory.

    Chapter I: Definitions

    • Orders: Commands, instructions, or directions from a higher ranking member.
    • Special Orders: Temporary orders, notices, or instructions circulating and filed for disposal.
    • Fire Incident: Any situation that requires Fire Department action or service.
    • Shift: A 24-hour tour of duty.
    • Company: A group of firefighters assigned to a station and led by a company officer.
    • Detail (Company): Temporary assignment of firefighters from one company to another.
    • Detail (Special): Assignment of firefighters for specialized services by the chief.

    Chapter II: Command and Supervisory Responsibilities and Authority

    • Fire Chief: The highest authority, responsible for policy, operations, and discipline.
    • Fire Chief Responsibility:
      • Life and property protection within legal limits.
      • Planning, coordination, control, and staffing operations.
      • Continuous, efficient operations.
      • Reporting and communication to other authorities.
      • Relationship management with citizens, the city government, and other agencies.
      • Maintaining and adhering to all rules and regulations.
    • Deputy Chief: Handles apparatus, stations, personnel duties when the Chief is absent.

    Chapter II: Command and Supervisory Responsibilities and Authority (continued)

    • Battalion Chief (Commanding Officer): Direct control over members in their command area; Maintaining command and control of personnel for proper performance of duties.
    • Supervisory Responsibilities:
      • Proper command control of personnel and adherence to procedures.
      • Loyalty and esprit de corps maintenance.
      • Discipline and morale management/investigation.
      • Inter-divisional cooperation initiatives.
      • Organization and assignment of members within their command.
      • Maintain records to support and document activities.
    • Maintaining order, conduct, and efficiency within the assigned team/squad.
    • Captain (Officer in Charge): Maintains command and responsibility of the company during their shift.
    • Captain Responsibilities:
      • Good order, disciplinary compliance, conduct, welfare, field training, and efficiency.

    Chapter II: Command and Supervisory Responsibilities and Authority (Continued)

    • Lieutenants:
    • Lieutenants Responsibilities: Responsibility for subordinate activity, making corrections, and praise when appropriate.
    • Direction, personnel oversight, and support.
    • Enforcement of policies and procedures.
    • Investigation of misconducts, violations, etc.
    • Support and guidance to subordinates.
    • Addressing grievances.
    • Station Officers: Oversight of station personnel and property.
    • Station Officer Responsibilities: Maintaining station journals (operations logs), other supervisory duties, and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
    • Reporting to the Fire Chief and/or other specified officers regarding station operations.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members

    • Professional Conduct and Responsibilities: Maintain high standards and professionalism in the community; avoiding public disrepute.
    • Loyalty: Upholding loyalty for departmental associates and the department as a whole.
    • Cooperation: Emphasizing inter-unit cooperation in firefighting situations.
    • Assistance: Prioritizing aid and support of fellow firefighters in danger.
    • Duty Responsibilities: Adherence to legal, departmental standards and operating procedures. Following all instructions, and operating procedures.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Questions Regarding Assignment: Clarifying assignment doubts via Chain of Command.

    • Knowledge of Laws and Regulations: Demonstrating familiarity with the City's regulations, departmental policies, and orders.

    • Performance of Duty: Prompt fulfilling of duties, rules, policy, and orders (from superiors).

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Conduct Towards Supervisor/Subordinates: Professional and respectful interactions.
    • Criticism of Orders: Members shall not publicly criticize instructions.
    • Issuance of Orders: Orders must be civil, clear, and understandable; relating to the appropriate department business matter.
    • Unlawful Orders: Awareness and avoidance of unlawful or inappropriate orders.
    • Obedience to Unlawful Orders: Clarifying member obligation despite improper orders.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Conflicting Orders: Resolution procedure for potentially conflicting orders; emphasis on the importance of informing the appropriate authority.
    • Reports and Appeals: Reporting necessary for unlawful, unjust, or improper orders, including written reports and grievance procedures.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Acceptance of Gifts, Gratuities: Members cannot solicit or accept gifts to influence department business. Exception is for authorized salary, per law.
    • Other Transactions: Prohibition against buying or selling from persons involved in their department dealings; unless authorized by the chief of staff.
    • Rewards: Members cannot accept gifts and gratuities other than for services rendered; except lawful compensation.
    • Free Admissions and Passes Members cannot solicit or accept free admissions not related to departmental activities.
    • Debts Incurring and Payment: Personal debts are the responsibility of each member.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Compensation for Other Damages: Damage compensation for on-duty injuries or expenses must be reported to the chief.

    • Compensation for Off-Duty Damage: Procedures to follow if compensation is sought for off-duty injuries.

    • Misplaced Equipment: Reporting lost or misplaced equipment promptly to the station where it belongs; including immediate notification of the station officer or appropriate supervisor..

    • General Conduct on Duty: Members' behavior (loitering, courteous behavior, etc.) relative to their duty.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Military Courtesy: Following norms of military courtesy if interacting in public.
    • National Colors and Anthem: Rendering appropriate honors to national colors/anthem as required.
    • Roll Call: Timely arrival and preparedness (uniforms).
    • Relief: Members must be properly relieved of duty.
    • Reporting: Prompt reporting by members as needed for duties.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Absence from Duty: Formal notification prior to absence is required.
    • Inspections: Compliance with inspections from superior officers.
    • Training: Attendance at training and following instructions accurately to improve knowledge and skills.
    • Consumption of Intoxicants/Substances: Maintaining sobriety for performance; maintaining professionalism; no use of illegal substances, or items that negatively affect performance of job.
    • Substance Abuse: Prohibitions regarding illegal and intoxicating substances.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Intoxicants/Substances on Departmental Premises: Forbidden substance use/concealment on department property.
    • Possession of Keys: Authorization required from chief or commanding officer.
    • Address and Telephone Number: Immediate registration of address/phone with chief and secretary.
    • Smoking Prohibited: Locations and timing restrictions; adhering to fire, safety codes; ensuring safety and awareness of surroundings.
    • Visitors: Restrictions regarding visitors on department premises.
    • Public Courtesy: Members' duties to be accommodating to the public.
    • Smoking exceptions: May be reasonably justified by the chief

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Uniforms: Standards for firefighters, lieutenants, and captains; maintaining neat appearance; including appropriate dress and uniform modifications.
    • Uniform Change (Seasonal): Adhering to seasonal clothing changes.
    • Uniforms and Equipment: Uniform regulations to be followed pertaining to issues (clothing items), equipment, and appearance.
    • Wearing the Uniform: Appropriate times, and exceptions to the rules.
    • Wearing Uniforms When Suspended: Uniform restrictions when suspended from duty.
    • Dress on Duty: General requirements for duty uniforms.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Civilian Clothing: Guidelines for civilian clothing and dress when appropriate for duty situations. Including when it is permitted, and what form of dress is appropriate to adhere to.
    • Equipment Suppression: Maintenance and proper usage of operational equipment; including personal protections (gloves, helmets), and necessary equipment for use while on duty, like masks.
    • Department Property and Equipment: Property care, reporting lost/misplaced items, and potential disciplinary action (consequences), including the proper use of department equipment and the accountability for misuse or loss of equipment.
    • Damaged Inoperative Property/Equipment: Reporting damage promptly, maintenance-related defects to appropriate officers, and notification of such damage or loss to the department.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Display of Materials: Restriction on posters and materials displayed to be suitable, appropriate, and not suggestive/harmful.
    • Department Buildings: Respect for building materials, maintenance, and regulations applicable to building property.
    • Notices/Posted Information: Maintenance and upkeep of posted information (correct format, appropriateness, etc.).
    • Surrender of Department Property: Handling of surrendered property before leaving department service; ensuring return in proper condition.
    • Care of Fire Station (Interior/Exterior): Maintaining cleanliness and order of the station, including exterior grounds surrounding the station.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Department Vehicles: Allowed use and maintenance of department-owned or operated vehicles. Including proper operational use and maintenance.
    • CARE of Spare Apparatus and Equipment: Safekeeping of spare apparatus, checking equipment conditions and reporting maintenance needs.
    • Transporation of Citizens: Transportation of citizens via department vehicles, when necessary and appropriate, and abiding by legal regulations.
    • Reporting Accidents: Use and submission of forms for reporting accidents. Including reporting procedures.
    • Radio Discipline: Observing appropriate procedures and regulations during communication (radio).

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Radio Communications: Maintaining and accurately using communications equipment for dispatch, operations, etc. Including reporting procedures.
    • Death or Serious Injury Reports: Notification process for immediate safety concerns or death (involving department personnel). Including immediate forms and reports.
    • Non-Serious Injury Reporting: Reporting processes for non-fatal injuries to members. Including immediate forms and reports.
    • Death of Member Notification to Family: Reporting processes for notifying the family, and procedures for member notification. Include prompt notifications.

    Chapter III: Rules and Regulations for All Members (continued)

    • Procedure at Scene of Fire: Responsibilities of arriving firefighters and activities that should occur at the scene of a fire. Including pre-arrival and post-arrival procedures.

    • General Responsibilities of Members: Actions, for the first arriving company on location; including the roles and responsibilities delegated to various members/teams.

    • Reporting to Commanding Officer: Reporting to the commanding officer regarding the fire; including time-related reporting procedures, and steps involved in reporting.

    • Relieving Companies: Procedures for relieving firefighting teams; ensuring smooth shift transition, and order.

    • Responding to Fires: Reporting and responding for fire duty promptly to maintain safety and efficiency.

    • Travel in Response to Alarms: Safe and efficient procedures for responding to emergencies, including speed limits and appropriate routes; following all applicable safety/traffic laws and protocols.

    • Speed of Apparatus Control: Using signals and lights safely while responding to emergencies; especially concerning crossings, and operating all equipment appropriately, including caution in busy areas.

    • USE of Sirens: Safety regulations and proper use of sirens when responding to emergencies.

    • Station Procedures: including morning call, maintenance of scheduled duties; and guidelines related to answering alarms promptly.

    Chapter IV: Departmental Discipline

    • Employee Conduct: High standards for conduct reflecting public interest.
    • Improper Employee Conduct: Examples of violations including violations of civil service rules, safety rules, and department/city regulations.
    • Disciplinary Action: Objective of disciplinary action is to improve performance and morale, appropriate to the violation/situation, and fair.

    Chapter IV: Departmental Discipline (continued)

    • Who is Subject to Disciplinary Action: Any member violating city, state, or local rules/regulations, and failing to meet the standards for employee conduct.
    • Penalties: Examples of departmental disciplinary actions; including reprimands, suspensions, and dismissal.

    Chapter IV: Departmental Discipline (continued)

    • Departmental Authority to Discipline: Procedures, authority of various departments on disciplinary action; who has the authority; and who can suspend up to 2 total shift days prior to a final disciplinary decision.
    • Emergency Suspension: Procedure for emergencies when immediate action is needed.
    • Emergency Discipline: Procedure for determining who has the authority to impose discipline in emergencies/exigent situations.
    • Follow-Up action on Emergency Suspensions: Procedures for reporting to the chief in a timely manner.
    • Reports of Disciplinary Action: Format for reporting disciplinary action taken.

    Chapter IV: Departmental Discipline (continued)

    • Misconduct Observed by Fire Personnel: Reporting misconduct by members of the department; detailing specific reporting procedures.

    • Citizen Complaints: Procedure for handling citizen complaints against department personnel; including normal and serious cases.

    • Serious Complaints/Allegations: Handling severe complaints/allegations; including immediate notification based on severity.

    • Investigations of Alleged Misconduct: Procedure for investigating incidents of alleged misconduct; including requirements for gathering facts, evidence, and statements.

    • Reports of Investigation: Comprehensive reporting of the investigation, findings, and concluding statements; including standardized descriptions of investigation conclusions.

    Other Chapters

    • definitions: Additional topics are included in the remaining chapter(s), such as training, safety.

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