Fire Department Staffing Procedures

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Questions and Answers

What units are assigned to a Multi-Patient Incident?

1 R, 1 S/U, 1 EMS 101

2 S/U, 2 R, TRT 105, EMS 101 (correct)

2 S/U, 1 R, EMS 101

1 S/U, 1 R, BC 105

For a shooting or stabbing incident, which units are included in the first alarm response?

1 R, 1 S/U, EMS 101 (correct)

1 S/U, 2 R

1 R, 1 S/U, plus additional EMTs

1 S/U, 1 R, EMS 101

What additional units may be added to a Motor Vehicle Accident call if it occurs on I-95?

No additional units are needed

1 BLS and more S/U

Additional Units Per IC (correct)

2 Rescues, 1 S/U

What is the primary responder configuration for a BLS response?

1 S/U or 1 R Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not part of the response for an ALS response?

Only a BLS unit Signup and view all the answers

In the event of a fire alarm, what is the minimum unit assigned?

1 S/U Signup and view all the answers

What additional action is taken for a Water Flow Alarm according to the operational guidelines?

Use Commerical Fire Response if needed Signup and view all the answers

For an assault with severe injury, what is the correct response team composition?

1 R, 1 S/U, EMS 101 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Fire Dispatcher during a Mayday situation?

To call out the Mayday Response and assign channels. Signup and view all the answers

What should the second arriving Chief Officer do upon arrival at a Mayday scene?

Assume overall Command of the incident. Signup and view all the answers

Why must personnel calling a Mayday remain on the original tactical channel?

To ensure they have enough airtime to communicate with the RIT. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Incident Command conduct during a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)?

A request for emergency radio traffic through Dispatch. Signup and view all the answers

What units are included in the Mayday Response called by the Fire Dispatcher?

Two Suppression Units, two Rescue Units, Truck 105, and command personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus when the original Incident Commander is reassigned?

To serve as the RIT Leader. Signup and view all the answers

In what situation could the composition of the Mayday Response be altered?

If the Incident Commander decides based on units currently on scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of monitoring the fire ground tactical channels by Fire Dispatch?

To anticipate additional needs and catch missed communications. Signup and view all the answers

What should not be placed between a patient and a non-deployed airbag?

Your body Signup and view all the answers

What potential danger does an impact-absorbing bumper pose after a collision?

It can unlock and return to its original position. Signup and view all the answers

During a vehicle incident, how should critical patients be prioritized?

Through the triage process Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action when addressing a patient in a vehicle accident?

Stabilize the spine and maintain airway. Signup and view all the answers

What can electrical capacitors in non-deployed airbags do even when the battery is disconnected?

Remain charged Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid doing when you're near a vehicle's bumper post-impact?

Leaning on the bumper Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice when managing an MVA incident?

Cut the steering column immediately Signup and view all the answers

Which factor complicates the management of vehicle accidents with newer cars?

Installation of side-impact airbags Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if they find discrepancies in the schedule?

Report through the Chain of Command Signup and view all the answers

Which station has the greatest number of spare radios assigned?

Station 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the unit officer regarding spare radios?

Notify the on-duty Battalion Chief of assigned radios Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken with spare radios when they are no longer in use?

Return them to the designated location Signup and view all the answers

When must spotters be used with Fire Department Apparatus?

When backing the apparatus is unavoidable Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when an apparatus needs to negotiate forward maneuvers?

Utilize spotters for safety Signup and view all the answers

What circumstances allow for alterations to the daily staffing SOG?

State of emergency or unforeseen events Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily responsible for storing and maintaining assigned radios at a fire station?

The Station Officers Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT associated with unsafe situations found on the fire scene?

Mulching debris Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the Suppression Company?

Locate, confine, and extinguish fire Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Incident Safety Officer?

Identify unsafe conditions and advise the Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Personnel safety must be ensured by addressing what kind of factors during an incident?

Potential unsafe conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which tactical priority is completed first to stabilize an incident?

Life Safety Signup and view all the answers

What must NOT be observed regarding personnel during safety operations?

Wearing inadequate protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

How should dangerous areas be handled at an incident scene?

Barricaded to prevent entry Signup and view all the answers

Which action is crucial for effective Search and Rescue operations?

Planning well and ensuring safety of the crew Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Staffing

The daily schedule for Boynton Beach Fire Rescue staff should be reviewed and reported to the Chain of Command.
Station 2, 3, and 4 will each have one spare radio.
Station 1 will receive one spare, two Special Detail radios, and three R106 radios.
Station 5 will receive one spare radio and one TRT spare radio.
Station Officers are responsible for storing, maintaining, and securing all station radios.

Reporting

Extra personnel assigned to a fully staffed vehicle will be assigned a spare radio.
Unit officers must notify the on-duty Battalion Chief of the radio identification number assigned to extra personnel.
The Battalion Chief will place a radio tag in CrewSense for the person assigned the spare radio.
Spare radios must be returned to the Station Radio Cabinet once no longer in use.

Apparatus Safe Backing

The use of spotters is required when backing fire apparatus is unavoidable or restrictive clearance maneuvers are required.
Two Suppression Units, two Rescue Units, TRT 105, EMS 101, and Battalion 105 are required to use spotters.

Emergency Response Assignments

All response assignments are categorized by Incident Type.
First, Second, and Third alarms initiate varying responses.
Public Assist incidents are handled by one Suppression Unit (S/U) or one Rescue Unit (R) with a non-emergency response.
Investigations are conducted by one S/U or one R.
Basic Life Support (BLS) is handled by one S/U or one R.
Advanced Life Support (ALS) incidents will need one R or one S/U and one R.
Critical Life Support (CLS) will require one R and one S/U.
Shooting or Stabbing incidents will require one R, one S/U, and EMS 101. Additional Rescues are added for each victim.
Assault incidents (severe injury) will require one R, one S/U, and EMS 101, with additional Rescue units based on the number of victims.

Incident Safety Officer

Incident Safety Officers must identify and report unsafe conditions, including hazards associated with the incident.
Examples of unsafe conditions include back-draft, flash-over, structural collapse, personnel requiring rehabilitation, opposing fire streams, inadequate lighting, unsecured utilities, dangerous areas, decontamination operations, and personnel not wearing turnout gear, full SCBA, and pass devices.
Communication of any identified unsafe conditions is critical.

Tactical Priorities

The Tactical Priorities of Boynton Beach Fire Rescue include:
- Life Safety
- Incident Stabilization
- Property Conservation
These priorities must be addressed sequentially to stabilize an incident.

Mayday Procedure

Fire Dispatch will call out a Mayday response, which consists of:
- Two Suppression Units
- Two Rescue Units
- Truck 105
- TRT 105
- Battalion Chief 103 and 105
- Assistant Chief of Operations.
When a Mayday is called, Fire Dispatch will assign a second tactical channel to the incident.
The second due Chief Officer will assume command of the incident upon arrival.
The original Incident Commander will be re-assigned as the RIT Leader.
All personnel assigned to the RIT will operate on the original tactical channel to maintain clear communication with the personnel calling the Mayday.
Command will conduct a PAR (Personnel Accountability Report) to ensure the safety of all staff.

Motor Vehicle Accident Management

It is critical to avoid placing anything (including your body) between a patient and a non-deployed airbag due to the risk of remaining electrical charges.
Car manufacturers are frequently adding side-impact airbags in newer models, which must be considered.
Impact-absorbing bumpers can return to their original position at any time after an incident and must be avoided to prevent injuries.
Critical patients should be triaged and accessed by Fire Rescue personnel wearing appropriate protective clothing.
The airway, spine, and secondary assessment must be stabilized with critical patients.
The Fire Department Apparatus Placement Standard during an MVA involving Interstate or Divided Highway must be adhered to.

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This quiz covers the staffing procedures and radio management for Boynton Beach Fire Rescue. It includes details about spare radios, reporting protocols, and safe backing operations for fire apparatus. Test your knowledge on the responsibilities assigned to station officers and unit officers within the department.