Fire Department Rehab Procedures (medium)

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Who is responsible for the revision and approval of the rehab procedures?

Station Captains

All firefighters

The District Rehab Leader

The Spring Fire Department Executive Committee (correct)

What is one requirement for membership in the rehab division?

Attend a training session every month

Be in good health (correct)

Have a college degree

Must have past firefighting experience

How often does the Executive Committee review the rehab procedures?

Annually (correct)

Once every five years

Every six months

Twice a year

What should a member do if they have health problems that might interfere with their duties?

Discuss the issues with the District Rehab Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for calls per quarter for Rehab members?

There is no minimum requirement Signup and view all the answers

What type of phone line must a member have available?

A home telephone or cell phone Signup and view all the answers

What items are specified for the supply of a Rehab member?

2 cases of Gatorade Signup and view all the answers

What supplies are provided by the Fire Department to members?

A fire department pager and charger when available Signup and view all the answers

Who must be notified if a Rehab member becomes ill or experiences changes in physical health?

The District Rehab Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the designated vehicle for the department's Rehab activities?

Squad 77 Signup and view all the answers

What action may the District Rehab Leader take if a member has poor participation?

Forward the information to the Deputy Chief of Support Services Signup and view all the answers

What must Rehab members do with equipment issued to them?

Keep it clean at all times Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a Rehab member resigns or is dismissed?

They must return all unused supplies and issued equipment. Signup and view all the answers

Who approves the purchase of new gear for Rehab members?

The Deputy Chief of Support Services Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can low stock purchases for Rehab supplies be made?

With approval from the Deputy Chief of Support Services. Signup and view all the answers

When can a Rehab member be instructed to move to a safer area?

If an officer instructs them due to dangerous conditions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step Rehab members must take upon arriving on scene?

Check in with the Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

What type of footwear is required for Rehab members at the fire scene?

Closed-toed shoes or department issued boots Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can children be present at the fire scene?

If they are accompanied by a parent and have approval from the Deputy Chief Signup and view all the answers

What should a member do if they are cancelled prior to arriving on scene?

Text or email the Rehab Leader Signup and view all the answers

What must happen in order for Rehab members to receive credit for an incident?

Check in with command and notify the Rehab Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol if a Rehab member encounters an issue?

Contact the Rehab Leader Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if there are multiple Rehab locations needed due to the size of the incident?

Determine or locate the Rehab Staging area Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for responding to incidents outside Spring Fire Department territory?

Only respond if dispatched Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rehab Procedures

The Spring Fire Department Executive Committee is responsible for reviewing and approving this procedure
Rehab is a service that provides support to fire department personnel
Rehab provides support at fire scenes, training, public relations events, and as requested
The purpose of Rehab is to provide support for fire department personnel
At any time, a Station or the Department is hosting or participating in an event where the Department Officers or Station Captains deem necessary, the help of all or part of the Rehab personnel, the Rehab member will assist as requested
Rehab provides support for fire department personnel at fire scenes
Rehab members must have transportation available to incidents and any other functions
Rehab members must be in good health
Rehab members must have a home or cell phone
Rehab members must notify their District Rehab Leader if they will be unavailable for response
Rehab members must contact Rehab Leaders to replenish supplies

Members Responsibilities

Rehab membership does not have a minimum requirement for calls per quarter
The District Rehab Leader will monitor each member’s activity and report any concerns to the Deputy Chief of Support Services
The department provides Rehab members with a fire department pager and charger, key map, Gatorade, water, cooler, trash bags, water proof boots, and a fire department I.D. and car sticker
Rehab members are to keep clean at all times
The purchase of any replacement or new gear is to be submitted to the District Rehab Leader for approval from the Deputy Chief of Support Services
Low stock of disposable supplies can be purchased by any District Rehab Leader with approval from the Deputy Chief of Support Services
Squad 77 is the department designated Rehab vehicle which is staffed at the fire scene by fire department suppression personnel
Rehab files will be maintained by District Rehab Leaders, with the original maintained in the Administration Office

Rehab Safety

Rehab members must check in with the Incident Commander upon arrival at a scene
Rehab members must determine or locate the Rehab Staging area
Rehab members must wear closed toes shoes on scene if not wearing department issued boots
Rehab members must wear department issued Rehab shirt/safety vest
Children are not allowed to be on scene at fire scenes
Children between the ages of 12 to 17 can be present only if they remain with the parent, stay out of the fire scene, and have approval from the Deputy Chief of Support Services on a case by case basis
Privately Owned Vehicles (POV’s) are not allowed on incidents on any freeway unless given permission form the Incident Commander
To receive credit for an incident, Rehab members must check in with command and text or email the Rehab Leader
Rehab 70 (RH70) must be paged to an incident. Rehab members are not to respond to any emergency scene without being dispatched
Rehab members must follow all Spring Fire Department Policies, Procedures, and Orders

Rehab Chain of Command

Any issues by Rehab members will be reported to the Rehab Leader.
The Rehab Leader reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Support Services.
The Chief's signature is required on the document.

Out of District Responses

Rehab members may respond to incidents outside of Spring Fire Department territory if dispatched.
Rehab members will not respond outside of Spring Fire Department territory unless dispatched.

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This quiz covers the essential procedures for the Rehab service within the fire department. It focuses on roles, responsibilities, and the necessary qualifications for Rehab personnel. Understanding these procedures ensures effective support during emergencies and events.