Questions and Answers
What is the protocol for employees taking annual leave during a job-connected injury or illness?
Who has final approval for the scheduling of annual leave, other than by field operations section?
How should employees on light or limited duty utilize their annual leave?
What limitation is imposed on the number of members taking annual leave at the same time?
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What action should be initiated when an employee is assigned to light/limited duty or placed on administrative assignment?
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Who has the authority to approve adjustments to Annual Leave scheduling?
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Temporary transfers may be made for…and do not require…?
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What must happen if an employee cancels their Annual Leave dates?
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During the initial scheduling of annual leave, the employees annual accrual may be split into how many groups?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding Annual Leave?
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What is required before a member temporarily or permanently transfers from a 27-day work cycle to a 7-day work cycle?
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Who is responsible for arranging watch duty at each fire station?
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What is the latest time visitors are allowed on station grounds?
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How long a duration of emergency leave can a member be granted by the Branch, District, or Section Chief?
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What is the role of the member on watch duty regarding alarms and communications?
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Which factor is NOT considered for lateral transfers within a section?
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Visitors at stations will be treated courteously but will not…
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What must occur before a member transitions from a 7-day work cycle to a 27-day work cycle?
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What action must members take if they lose a fire department asset?
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What might happen to a member who does not respond to an emergency call?
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Where are off-duty members required to report when called back for emergency duty?
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Who has the authority to approve permanent transfers within the department?
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What is required on the Request for Transfer form?
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What is expected of the Code Enforcement Officers in emergency situations?
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How do Code Enforcement Officers manage the call rotation for emergencies?
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What should all members maintain regarding their contact information?
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What is the responsibility of Chief Officers regarding Area Pre-Fire Plans and special pre-fire plans for situations or circumstances that necessitate change?
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How should an employee apply for overtime pay according to the guidelines?
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What determines the order of scheduling for annual leave?
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Under what condition will a scheduled annual leave period be considered split?
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What is the maximum number of shifts that can be scheduled initially for annual leave?
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In which increments may annual leave be initially scheduled?
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What must happen for an employee’s overtime request to be processed?
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What happens if an employee is assigned as an alternate within their scheduled annual leave?
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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.