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What is the definition of a recreational fire under this SOP?
What is the definition of a recreational fire under this SOP?
What is the maximum size limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
What is the maximum size limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from public roads under this SOP?
What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from public roads under this SOP?
What is the definition of yard waste under this SOP?
What is the definition of yard waste under this SOP?
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What is the purpose of this SOP?
What is the purpose of this SOP?
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What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from combustible, vegetative material such as brush, grass, and adjacent vacant lots/forests under this SOP?
What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from combustible, vegetative material such as brush, grass, and adjacent vacant lots/forests under this SOP?
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What is the maximum height limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
What is the maximum height limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
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What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from all structures under this SOP?
What is the minimum distance that a recreational fire must be from all structures under this SOP?
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What is the maximum diameter limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
What is the maximum diameter limit for open fires on the ground for recreational fires under this SOP?
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What is the definition of a charged water hose under this SOP?
What is the definition of a charged water hose under this SOP?
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What is the maximum size for open fires on the ground in a recreational fire?
What is the maximum size for open fires on the ground in a recreational fire?
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What is the authority for the Fire District to establish regulations for recreational fires under this SOP?
What is the authority for the Fire District to establish regulations for recreational fires under this SOP?
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According to the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District Supplemental Manual, what is the definition of a recreational fire?
According to the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District Supplemental Manual, what is the definition of a recreational fire?
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Which of the following is NOT true about the scope of this SOP?
Which of the following is NOT true about the scope of this SOP?
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What type of burning is not covered by this SOP?
What type of burning is not covered by this SOP?
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What is the minimum setback distance required for a recreational fire from public roads?
What is the minimum setback distance required for a recreational fire from public roads?
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What is the definition of yard waste according to the SOP?
What is the definition of yard waste according to the SOP?
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Who is responsible for evaluating the conditions of a recreational fire?
Who is responsible for evaluating the conditions of a recreational fire?
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What is required to be available at all times during a recreational fire?
What is required to be available at all times during a recreational fire?
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What is NFPA 1-10.10.2?
What is NFPA 1-10.10.2?
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When are recreational fires not permitted according to the SOP?
When are recreational fires not permitted according to the SOP?
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What is the minimum setback distance required for a recreational fire from combustible, vegetative material such as brush and grass?
What is the minimum setback distance required for a recreational fire from combustible, vegetative material such as brush and grass?
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What is the purpose of the Florida Fire Prevention Code?
What is the purpose of the Florida Fire Prevention Code?
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What is the purpose of Policy Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District 400 Fire Services Manual Child Abuse?
What is the purpose of Policy Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District 400 Fire Services Manual Child Abuse?
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Who should be notified when a member of the Fire District has reasonable cause to believe that a child is abused, abandoned, neglected or in need of supervision or care?
Who should be notified when a member of the Fire District has reasonable cause to believe that a child is abused, abandoned, neglected or in need of supervision or care?
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What is the definition of neglect according to the policy?
What is the definition of neglect according to the policy?
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What is the notification procedure for reporting suspected child abuse?
What is the notification procedure for reporting suspected child abuse?
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Who should be notified if a child is being transported to a medical facility?
Who should be notified if a child is being transported to a medical facility?
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What is the penalty for failure to report an incident of known or reasonably suspected child abuse or neglect by a mandated reporter?
What is the penalty for failure to report an incident of known or reasonably suspected child abuse or neglect by a mandated reporter?
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What is the definition of abandonment according to the policy?
What is the definition of abandonment according to the policy?
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What is the definition of abuse according to the policy?
What is the definition of abuse according to the policy?
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Who should be notified in all instances where abuse is suspected in the death of a child?
Who should be notified in all instances where abuse is suspected in the death of a child?
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What is the definition of mandatory notification according to the policy?
What is the definition of mandatory notification according to the policy?
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What should a member of the Fire District do if they have reasonable cause to believe that a child is abused, abandoned, neglected or in need of supervision or care according to the policy?
What should a member of the Fire District do if they have reasonable cause to believe that a child is abused, abandoned, neglected or in need of supervision or care according to the policy?
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What is the penalty for failure to report suspected child abuse according to the policy?
What is the penalty for failure to report suspected child abuse according to the policy?
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Study Notes
Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District Supplemental Manual: Responses to Recreational Fires
- The purpose of this SOP is to define authorized recreational burning practices within the Fire District and to determine compliance with the provisions found within the current Florida Fire Prevention Code.
- This SOP applies to Fire District staff who may be called upon to evaluate residential burning conditions found within the Fire District.
- This SOP shall not apply to residential, commercial, or agricultural vegetative burning that falls under the scope of the criteria established within Florida Administrative Code 62-256.700(1) or 62-256.700(2) or the Florida Forestry Burning “Know the Law Before You Burn” pamphlet.
- Recreational Fire is defined as the open burning of vegetative debris and untreated wood in a campfire, ceremonial bonfire, outdoor fireplace, or other contained outdoor heating or cooking device.
- Yard Waste is defined as vegetative matter resulting from landscaping and yard maintenance operations and other such routine residential property clean-up activities.
- Recreational burning must be compliant with the regulations provided within the Florida Fire Prevention Code and this SOP.
- The Fire District is permitted to establish regulations for recreational fires through the Florida Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 1-10.10.2.
- The setbacks for the fire shall be maintained at all times and include a) a minimum of 50 feet from public roads; b) a minimum of 25 feet from combustible, vegetative material such as brush, grass, and adjacent vacant lots/forests; and a minimum of 25 feet from all structures.
- The open fires on the ground shall be limited in size to less than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height.
- A charged water hose or water source acceptable to the fire official shall be available at all times while the fire is active and until it has been fully extinguished.
- Recreational fires are not permitted on days prohibited by an in-effect Lee County burn ban or where burning has been prohibited by Florida Forestry.
- Fire District staff will evaluate the conditions found and determine if the recreational fire is permitted to continue to burn. Fire District staff will extinguish or require extinguishment of any unsafe recreational fire is not compliant with these regulations.
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Test your knowledge on the general rules and professional conduct of the Fire District with this quiz. Learn about the policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines/procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and ordinances that every member must adhere to. This quiz will also cover the articles of any cooperative agreements.
