29 Questions
Who is responsible for enforcing the KCFD Rules and Regulations?
All officers of the Department
What is the consequence of violating the KCFD Rules and Regulations?
Reprimand, suspension from duty, demotion or dismissal from the service
What is the duty of all officers of the Department?
To enforce all KCFD Rules and Regulations and policies of the Fire Department and the City of Kansas City, Missouri
What is considered dereliction of duty?
Failing to enforce KCFD Rules and Regulations
Who will be held responsible for enforcing the provisions contained in the KCFD Rules and Regulations?
Chiefs, Division Heads and Company Officers
What is required for a member to relieve another member on duty?
Permission from his/her immediate supervisor
What is prohibited during or after an emergency?
Removing items from the building
How should members address each other?
By their ranks and last names
What is the consequence of disobeying a lawful order?
Disciplinary action
What is required for an officer to avoid liability?
Filing charges for violations
Who must authorize a member to carry a weapon while on duty?
The Police Department
What is the responsibility of employees regarding clothing and equipment issued to them?
To clean and secure them
What authority do acting officers have?
The same as the position they are acting in
What must all employees be familiar with in their assigned area?
Location of all streets and fire hydrants
Who can authorize personnel to ride in department vehicles when not on duty?
Battalion Chief/Division Head, Deputy Chief, Fire Marshal or Director/Fire Chief
What is the responsibility of the company officer if they discover another emergency while enroute to an alarm?
To size up and determine the most important emergency or activity
What must the company officer do after determining the most important emergency or activity?
Immediately notify Fire Communications of the discovery and decision
Who should the Director/Fire Chief report the removal and reasons to?
The Director of Personnel and the employee concerned
What is a permitted political activity for an appointed salaried officer or employee of the Department?
Publicly expressing their opinion and casting their vote
What is prohibited in any fire department facility or vehicle?
Intoxicating liquor and drugs without a current prescription
Who must give permission for social gatherings to occur in fire stations?
Battalion Chief/Division Head or Fire Headquarters
What must be used if the use of a drug with a current prescription affects an employee's ability to carry out their full range of duties?
Sick leave
What information must be given when making or answering calls on fire department telephones?
The station number, rank, and name
What should an employee do if they become aware of a matter that affects the safety or welfare of the Department?
Notify their supervisor
How should visitors at any fire department facility be approached and received?
With courtesy and respect
Can family members be assigned to the same company and shift?
No, it is not allowed
What happens if an employee is found to be negligent in the loss or damage of personal equipment?
They must reimburse the City for the cost of the items
Where can employees park their personal vehicles if they have official Fire Department equipment installed?
Inside their station while on duty
What must be done in case of loss or damage of personal equipment?
Fill out a report and file a police report
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