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What is the responsibility of ensuring that all paperwork is completed properly?
Which log is NOT specifically mentioned in the duties of the assigned crew?
What must lieutenants do if there is a concern about a crew member's fitness for duty?
Which of the following documents should be reviewed when completing Fire and EMS reports?
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Which of the following is NOT a daily responsibility of the assigned crew?
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What should be documented if a crew member is found to be unfit for duty?
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How often must training occur according to the responsibilities listed?
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Which paperwork must be completed by the assigned crew as part of ensuring accountability?
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What is the first responsibility of a direct subordinate in a fire situation?
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What document should be checked daily for crew member attendance?
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What action should be taken at the beginning of every MDT cycle?
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What is expected regarding PPE inspections?
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To what level of licensure should emergency medical treatment be administered?
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When should risk management paperwork be submitted for an incident?
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What is essential to maintain harmonious interactions between crews?
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Which activity should be conducted at the end of each day?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of a Lieutenant in the Bernalillo County Fire Department?
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What should a Lieutenant do to promote high professional standards within the department?
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How can a Lieutenant facilitate communication within the department?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Lieutenant?
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What action is a Lieutenant responsible for concerning violations of policies?
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What aspect of training is a Lieutenant required to maintain?
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What is essential for the efficient operations of the fire department's personnel responsibilities?
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What role does a Lieutenant have regarding emergency calls?
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Study Notes
Supervisor Responsibilities
- Lieutenants are responsible for supervising and managing the activities of personnel assigned to their company and station.
- Effectively communicate and support all plans, policies, procedures, and directives of the Bernalillo County Fire Department and the County of Bernalillo.
- Set a good example for subordinates and require them to meet all standards of conduct and performance.
- Must successfully complete and/or maintain all training requirements according to timelines established by the department or the County.
- Establish procedures necessary for efficient operations, promoting coordination and cooperation among subordinates.
- Develop long and short-range goals for their crew.
- Prepare, develop and mentor subordinates to assume the duties, qualifications, and responsibilities of their next higher position within the department.
- Responsible for maintaining work areas free from any item that violates Bernalillo County policy or Administrative Instruction.
- Responsible for taking initial action and reporting violations of ordinances, administrative instructions, policies, and procedures, whether county or departmental.
- Assist in the administration of the discipline policy.
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls as dispatched, maintaining scene and crew safety.
- Responsible for the care and upkeep of the fire station, apparatus, and equipment.
- Ensure that MDTs are logged into the CAD at all times.
- Ensure crew members have completed and documented monthly PPE inspections.
- Communicate with co-station officers to maintain harmonious interactions between the crews.
- Properly use the Chain of Command.
- In the event of an incident requiring risk management paperwork, contact the regional Commander to discuss the issue and necessary paperwork.
- Inspect the work of subordinates for effectiveness in performing their duties. Provide coaching and counseling when applicable.
Daily Duties and Responsibilities
- Verify the "Telestaff" roster and ensure that all crewmembers are at work and on time for their shift.
- Ensure that crew members are fit for duty (mentally and physically) and notify superiors as necessary to ensure the safety of all crewmembers.
- At the end of each day, check the BCFD main calendar on SharePoint for the following day's scheduled activities.
- On the first shift of the 48-hour cycle, attend the department's morning briefing conducted through the video conferencing system.
- Conduct crew briefing to outline any training, public relations events, or other activities planned for the shift, and to pass on information from the department's morning briefing.
- Ensure that crewmembers complete all assigned tasks and duties (verbally assigned, written or implied).
- Ensure accountability procedures are followed as per "300-007 Personal Accountability System" policy and procedure.
- Ensure that the following paperwork is completed by the assigned crew:
- Fire and EMS reports completed and reviewed as per EMS/Fire report writing manual.
- SCBA forms including After Use Inspection.
- Property Asset Log is completed.
- Shift Log.
- Narcotics Log.
- Truck Check Log.
- SLR Log.
- Target Solutions training rosters.
- Hold-Over Reports are completed per policy.
- Fitness Equipment Log is completed.
- Any and all other paperwork as assigned is completed.
- Assure that all daily cleaning assignments are completed before the end of shift unless prevented by emergency response.
- Ensure that company level training occurs and all crewmembers participate.
- Complete and submit QA documentation as necessary.
- Oversee and direct the activities of the assigned station crew.
- Receive briefing from the off-going company officer to include information about the stations and apparatus conditions, pending work orders, etc. for all apparatus and stations assigned to that district.
Relief of Duty
- Lieutenants must contact the Battalion Commander and notify them of any concerns regarding a crew member(s).
- The Department shall take immediate action to deal with personnel who are physically or psychologically unfit for duty.
- Lieutenants will document all details or actions of the issue in the event that further investigation is warranted or initiated.
Revised Information
- In February 2017, the document was revised by adding a new item "H" to the list under Supervisor's Responsibilities.
- The document was again revised in February 2018 with several changes and additions:
- The section on Supervisor's Responsibilities was edited with changes to items E, F, and G, as well as the addition of item “M”.
- The section on General Responsibilities was edited with several changes and additions, including the addition of items “C”, “D”, and “E”, the modification of items “B” and “G”, and the inclusion of items “I” and “J”.
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Explore the key responsibilities that lieutenants have in supervising personnel within the Bernalillo County Fire Department. This quiz covers effective communication, mentoring, and the establishment of operational procedures. Test your understanding of the expectations for leadership and performance within the department.
