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What is the protocol for employees taking annual leave during a job-connected injury or illness?
What is the protocol for employees taking annual leave during a job-connected injury or illness?
- Employees can take as much leave as desired.
- Annual leave will be rescheduled if criteria are met.
- Annual leave must be used before sick leave.
- Annual leave will not be affected by proven job connected injury or illness and will be rescheduled for employees who meet criteria set out in article 21 (correct)
Who has final approval for the scheduling of annual leave, other than by field operations section?
Who has final approval for the scheduling of annual leave, other than by field operations section?
- Only a designated scheduling officer.
- The section head alone.
- All department members must agree.
- Approved by the section head, with final approval by the fire chief (correct)
How should employees on light or limited duty utilize their annual leave?
How should employees on light or limited duty utilize their annual leave?
- They can rollover unused leave to the next year.
- They must take leave in full days only.
- They can use it in hourly increments. (correct)
- They must use it in 12-hour increments.
What limitation is imposed on the number of members taking annual leave at the same time?
What limitation is imposed on the number of members taking annual leave at the same time?
What action should be initiated when an employee is assigned to light/limited duty or placed on administrative assignment?
What action should be initiated when an employee is assigned to light/limited duty or placed on administrative assignment?
Who has the authority to approve adjustments to Annual Leave scheduling?
Who has the authority to approve adjustments to Annual Leave scheduling?
Temporary transfers may be made for…and do not require…?
Temporary transfers may be made for…and do not require…?
What must happen if an employee cancels their Annual Leave dates?
What must happen if an employee cancels their Annual Leave dates?
During the initial scheduling of annual leave, the employees annual accrual may be split into how many groups?
During the initial scheduling of annual leave, the employees annual accrual may be split into how many groups?
Which of the following statements is true regarding Annual Leave?
Which of the following statements is true regarding Annual Leave?
What is required before a member temporarily or permanently transfers from a 27-day work cycle to a 7-day work cycle?
What is required before a member temporarily or permanently transfers from a 27-day work cycle to a 7-day work cycle?
Who is responsible for arranging watch duty at each fire station?
Who is responsible for arranging watch duty at each fire station?
What is the latest time visitors are allowed on station grounds?
What is the latest time visitors are allowed on station grounds?
How long a duration of emergency leave can a member be granted by the Branch, District, or Section Chief?
How long a duration of emergency leave can a member be granted by the Branch, District, or Section Chief?
What is the role of the member on watch duty regarding alarms and communications?
What is the role of the member on watch duty regarding alarms and communications?
Which factor is NOT considered for lateral transfers within a section?
Which factor is NOT considered for lateral transfers within a section?
Visitors at stations will be treated courteously but will not…
Visitors at stations will be treated courteously but will not…
What must occur before a member transitions from a 7-day work cycle to a 27-day work cycle?
What must occur before a member transitions from a 7-day work cycle to a 27-day work cycle?
What action must members take if they lose a fire department asset?
What action must members take if they lose a fire department asset?
What might happen to a member who does not respond to an emergency call without a valid reason?
What might happen to a member who does not respond to an emergency call without a valid reason?
Where are off-duty members required to report when called back for emergency duty?
Where are off-duty members required to report when called back for emergency duty?
Who has the authority to approve permanent transfers within the department?
Who has the authority to approve permanent transfers within the department?
What is required on the Request for Transfer form?
What is required on the Request for Transfer form?
What is expected of the Code Enforcement Officers in emergency situations?
What is expected of the Code Enforcement Officers in emergency situations?
How do Code Enforcement Officers manage the call rotation for emergencies?
How do Code Enforcement Officers manage the call rotation for emergencies?
What should all members maintain regarding their contact information?
What should all members maintain regarding their contact information?
What is the responsibility of Chief Officers regarding Area Pre-Fire Plans and special pre-fire plans for situations or circumstances that necessitate change?
What is the responsibility of Chief Officers regarding Area Pre-Fire Plans and special pre-fire plans for situations or circumstances that necessitate change?
How should an employee apply for overtime pay according to the guidelines?
How should an employee apply for overtime pay according to the guidelines?
What determines the order of scheduling for annual leave?
What determines the order of scheduling for annual leave?
Under what condition will a scheduled annual leave period be considered split?
Under what condition will a scheduled annual leave period be considered split?
What is the maximum number of shifts that can be scheduled initially for annual leave?
What is the maximum number of shifts that can be scheduled initially for annual leave?
In which increments may annual leave be initially scheduled?
In which increments may annual leave be initially scheduled?
What must happen for an employee’s overtime request to be processed?
What must happen for an employee’s overtime request to be processed?
What happens if an employee is assigned as an alternate within their scheduled annual leave?
What happens if an employee is assigned as an alternate within their scheduled annual leave?
What does not stand adopted as part of the AOP?
What does not stand adopted as part of the AOP?
Members will promptly notify their commanding officer of all matters coming to their attention, which affect the ____ and _____ of the department
Members will promptly notify their commanding officer of all matters coming to their attention, which affect the ____ and _____ of the department
Department members will respond to special ____ or _____ as scheduled by the fire chief
Department members will respond to special ____ or _____ as scheduled by the fire chief
What does not stand adopted as part of the administrative operating procedures?
What does not stand adopted as part of the administrative operating procedures?
Which article deals with proven job related injury’s and annual leave?
Which article deals with proven job related injury’s and annual leave?
Application for overtime pay will be made in accordance with article __ of the current agreement between the city and local 176
Application for overtime pay will be made in accordance with article __ of the current agreement between the city and local 176
Annual leave will not be affected by proven job connected injury or illness and will be rescheduled for employees who meet the criteria set out in article __
Annual leave will not be affected by proven job connected injury or illness and will be rescheduled for employees who meet the criteria set out in article __
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Reporting Loss of Assets
Reporting Loss of Assets
Immediately report lost fire department equipment to the Commanding Officer.
Reporting Department Matters
Reporting Department Matters
Report all issues affecting the department's well-being to the Commanding Officer.
Off-Duty Member Response
Off-Duty Member Response
Off-duty firefighters are on standby for emergencies; failure to respond without valid reason leads to discipline.
Emergency Duty Sign-in
Emergency Duty Sign-in
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Updated Contact Info
Updated Contact Info
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Code Enforcement Support
Code Enforcement Support
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Sprinkler System Activation
Sprinkler System Activation
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Code Enforcement Paging
Code Enforcement Paging
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Transfer Request
Transfer Request
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Transfer Approval
Transfer Approval
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Permanent Transfer Approval
Permanent Transfer Approval
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Visitor Restrictions
Visitor Restrictions
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Watch Duty Responsibility
Watch Duty Responsibility
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Watch Duty Responsibilities (Alarms)
Watch Duty Responsibilities (Alarms)
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Watch Duty Rotation
Watch Duty Rotation
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Emergency Leave Limits
Emergency Leave Limits
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Response Guideline Documents
Response Guideline Documents
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Chief Officer Accountability
Chief Officer Accountability
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Overtime Request Procedure
Overtime Request Procedure
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Annual Leave Scheduling
Annual Leave Scheduling
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Annual Leave Operation
Annual Leave Operation
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Leave During Injury
Leave During Injury
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Annual Leave Adjustments
Annual Leave Adjustments
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Leave After Promotion/Transfer
Leave After Promotion/Transfer
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Study Notes
Reporting Protocols
- Loss of fire department assets must be promptly reported to the Commanding Officer.
- All matters affecting the department's interest and welfare must also be reported to the Commanding Officer.
Emergency Response
- Off-duty members are on standby for major fires or emergencies; failure to respond without valid reason may lead to disciplinary action.
- Members recalled for emergency duty must report to the incident staging area or "Base" for assignments and sign out upon departure.
- Members must maintain updated telephone information with their Commanding Officer and Fire Chief's Office.
Code Enforcement Officers
- They serve as Customer Service Representatives upon request by Incident Commanders.
- They are called to respond anytime a fire suppression sprinkler system is activated.
- Captains among Code Enforcement Officers will carry a pager on a rotating basis, calling in the officer from a rotating list when needed.
Transfer Procedures
- A Request for Transfer form is necessary, detailing a valid reason and relevant documentation.
- Transfer requests must pass through the chain of command for approval.
- Permanent transfers require Fire Chief's approval.
Visitor Regulations at Fire Stations
- Visitors are welcomed but must not loiter on station grounds.
- Access to station quarters is restricted from 2200 to 0800 unless permitted by the officer in charge.
Watch Duty
- Company Officers are responsible for maintaining continuous watch duty at fire stations.
- Alarms and communications must be properly received and addressed by the member on watch.
- Assignments for watch duty are rotated regularly among members below Captain rank.
Emergency Leave
- Branch, District, or Section Chiefs can grant emergency leave of up to three hours; further leave requires Fire Chief approval.
Incident Response Guidelines
- Emergency Operating Guidelines, Assigned Responses, Pre-Fire Plans, and Training Manuals are officially adopted as part of the department’s administrative procedures.
- Chief Officers are held accountable for changes in response assignments based on situational needs.
Overtime Pay Procedures
- Overtime requests must align with the agreements between Oklahoma City and Local 176, International Association of Firefighters.
- Employees must notify authorities when accruing overtime and complete the necessary authorization form.
Annual Leave Guidelines
- Initial annual leave scheduling allows employees to split their accrual into three groups based on seniority.
- Scheduling must not hinder fire department operations, with final approval required from the Fire Chief.
- Annual leave remains intact during job-connected injuries and can be rescheduled based on specific criteria.
Adjustments and Cancellations of Annual Leave
- After initial scheduling, adjustments must be authorized by the Chief Officer.
- Annual leave scheduled prior to promotions or transfers remains as scheduled unless restricted.
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This quiz covers essential reporting protocols, emergency response guidelines, and the role of code enforcement officers within the fire department. It highlights the importance of communication and duty readiness among members. Test your knowledge of these critical procedures to ensure effective emergency management.
