Minimum Staffing & Mandatory Call Back (Hard)

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What is the preferred minimum crew size for suppression apparatus to respond to emergencies?

Two (2)

Five (5)

Three (3)

Four (4) (correct)

Who is primarily responsible for filling an overtime position for the first day of a new shift's 48-hour tour?

The District Chief

The affected B shift firefighter (correct)

The Officer on duty

The incoming C shift firefighter

Which role must be filled by a person eligible to drive and operate the apparatus?

Firefighter

Apparatus Operator (correct)

Acting Officer

Rehab Officer

What is the minimum staffing requirement for Rescue 71?

Three (3) personnel Signup and view all the answers

Who can seek relief for a held over Apparatus Operator if the oncoming shift has a qualified driver available?

The held over Apparatus Operator Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance does the District Chief take responsibility for filling an unfilled position?

When the unfilled position occurs on the 2nd day of the 48-hour tour Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an Apparatus Operator to be considered a 'cleared driver'?

Meeting the criteria defined by SFD Driving Guideline Signup and view all the answers

What positions must be filled for a crew to be considered adequately staffed for responses?

Officer, Apparatus Operator, Firefighter Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a volunteer or part-time employee is unavailable to fill a vacancy that requires immediate coverage?

The overtime will roll to the next eligible full-time employee. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for filling the vacancy if personnel have reached the maximum working hours allowed?

The next eligible personnel in the same fire station. Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if they are notified of a vacancy on their shift?

Find a relief for the vacancy in their riding position. Signup and view all the answers

If no personnel are willing to fill a position, what action does the District Chief take?

They will move available personnel to fill the vacated position. Signup and view all the answers

What notification methods should personnel use to contact others for shift relief?

Any available contact information, including calls and messages. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can personnel remain on duty beyond the maximum hours allowed?

At the discretion of the Deputy Chief of Operations or designee. Signup and view all the answers

How long can personnel work consecutively without a break according to the rules?

72 hours. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the District Chief once notified of a vacancy?

To ensure minimum staffing requirements are met. Signup and view all the answers

What is the schedule for a full-time employee of the Spring Fire Department?

48 hours on, 96 hours off Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel are responsible for overseeing all personnel on their respective shift?

District Chiefs Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of consecutive work hours a personnel can work without receiving time off?

72 hours Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily responsible for reviewing the guideline annually?

The Fire Chief or designee Signup and view all the answers

What role does an Acting Officer fulfill?

They oversee the station, apparatus, and crew assigned to their location. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Part-Time' refer to in this context?

Employees who are on an as-needed basis. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding maximum working hours is true?

The Deputy Chief of Operations can approve additional hours at their discretion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Driver within the Spring Fire Department?

To operate and ensure the safe function of fire apparatus. Signup and view all the answers

What must personnel maintain until 0615 on a pre-assigned mandatory call back day?

Availability for contact from the District Chief Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would exempt personnel from mandatory call back?

The employee is out of town on department business Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to respond to a mandatory call back call?

Applicable disciplinary action will be taken Signup and view all the answers

How are Captain vacancies filled according to the provided procedures?

By offering open shifts to available Full-time and Part-time Captains Signup and view all the answers

What happens if personnel are released from their mandatory call back duty?

They may be contacted for an open position if one becomes available Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of personnel who are called in to work regarding travel time?

They must report in a reasonable time frame based on travel distance Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for making alterations to the PTO calendar?

The personnel’s District Chief Signup and view all the answers

What must personnel do if they are called in to work?

They will be paid from the time they are contacted until relieved Signup and view all the answers

What must happen if personnel are unable to be found for an open shift?

The Captain is considered held over for the first 12 or 24 hours. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the process for filling an open position on the 2nd day of a shift’s tour of duty?

Reassigning personnel from nearby departments. Signup and view all the answers

If the Captain is held over for the first 24 hours, what can they do regarding their position?

Find their own relief by calling others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Mandatory call back calendar?

To organize personnel based on their availability and pre-assigned call back days. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if no personnel are available to fill a shift after calling back off-duty personnel?

The District Chief will reassign personnel from other stations. Signup and view all the answers

What must be approved by the District Chief when a non-captain is found as relief?

The reliever's appointment as acting officer. Signup and view all the answers

During the call back process, which option represents a priority for filling shifts?

Utilizing personnel who are off duty on their 2nd day off. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence for personnel if they choose to trade their mandatory call back days?

The trade must be submitted for approval to the District Chief. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Minimum Staffing Requirements

Minimum crew for suppression apparatus: 3 personnel, preferred 4 personnel
Required personnel minimum for suppression apparatus: Officer, Apparatus Operator as driver, Firefighter
Rescue 71 minimum staffing: 3 personnel
Rehab 70 minimum staffing: Apparatus Operator as driver

Filling Open Positions

Filling of open positions due to PTO, sick time, or other vacancies
- First day of the oncoming shift's 48-hour tour: Responsibility of personnel on the previous shift to fill the position.
- Second day of the 48-hour tour: District Chief responsible for filling the position.
- Volunteer or part-time employees: Cannot be held over beyond their scheduled timeframe. Overtime rolls to the next eligible full-time employee, unless the volunteer or part-time personnel are available.

Shift Filling Process

District Chief notifies personnel of vacancy in their relief position.
Personnel attempt to fill the vacancy via contacting available Full-Time, Part-Time, or Volunteer personnel.
If no personnel are willing to fill the position, the District Chief is responsible for filling the vacancy.
If no personnel are available, the existing personnel are considered held over for the first 12 or 24 hours of the open shift.

Open Position on the Second Day of a Tour of Duty

District Chief responsible for filling open positions on the 2nd day of a shift's tour of duty.
If no available personnel, off-duty personnel will be called in using a pre-assigned "mandatory call back" calendar.
- Mandatory call back calendar is alphabetical and displayed on the Master PTO calendar.
- Personnel can trade their pre-assigned mandatory call back days, subject to District Chief approval.
- Mandatory call back is not required if the employee is on department business/training, or injury/medical leave/FMLA.
- Personnel must be available for contact from the District Chief until 0615 on their pre-assigned mandatory call back day.
- Failure to respond to a mandatory call back will result in disciplinary action.
- Personnel are paid from the time they are contacted until the time they are relieved.

Captain Positions

Vacancies are filled by offering open shifts to available Full-Time and Part-Time Captains.
If no Captain available, personnel will act in the position and roll the overtime down to the firefighter rank.
Mandatory call back procedures as defined in "Open positions on the 2nd day of a tour of duty/Mandatory call back" apply.

District Chief Positions

Vacancies are filled by offering open shifts to available Full-Time District Chiefs.
If no District Chief available, a Senior Captain or Captain will act in the position and roll the overtime down to the firefighter rank.

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Explore the essential staffing requirements for fire suppression apparatus and rescue operations. This quiz covers minimum crew specifications, the process for filling open positions due to absences, and the responsibilities of personnel during shift changes. Test your knowledge on ensuring effective team management in the fire service.