Fire Incident Reporting Policies Quiz

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Who is responsible for completing post-incident documentation with the most accurate information available at the time?

The personnel delegated the responsibility

When should incident information be entered into the applicable NFIRS program?

As soon as possible after returning from the incident

Who should complete the incident narrative in the applicable NFIRS program for incidents identified as a fire?

The Incident Commander

Under what condition may personnel receive overtime to complete post-incident documentation?

If they return from an incident after 0730 Signup and view all the answers

What software should Fire Rescue employees utilize for post-incident documentation?

National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) software and electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR) software Signup and view all the answers

Who should verify the completion of post-incident documentation?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

In what field should the person(s) entering the NFIRS information sign the report?

In the signature field Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Incident' Narrative in the applicable NFIRS program?

To give a comprehensive description of the entire incident Signup and view all the answers

When may the first-in unit complete the incident narrative?

Only on smaller incidents Signup and view all the answers

What documentation handbook should all reports be completed in accordance with?

NFIRS Handbook Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'Report Author' form on all medical reports?

The crew member completing the medical report Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Privacy Practices Acknowledgement' form be signed?

By all patients who were either not transported or refused care Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'I. Patient Signature' form if the patient is physically and mentally capable?

The patient Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'III A. Ambulance Crew Signature' form if the patient is not physically or mentally capable of signing?

A crew member of the transporting unit Signup and view all the answers

What information should be obtained from all hospital facilities to which the patient was transported?

Medical Report Account Number (MRN) Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Firefighter Casualty' page be completed in the applicable NFIRS program?

If an Employee, Reservist or cadet is injured, killed or exposed in the line of duty Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Civilian Casualty' page be completed?

If a civilian is injured or killed at a fire scene or as the result of being exposed to fire Signup and view all the answers

When should an abbreviated medical report be completed during a Level 1 or 2 MCI?

Containing the patient’s name, date of birth, phone number, and brief narrative Signup and view all the answers

How should all patient confidentiality issues be handled?

In compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and Security Standard Signup and view all the answers

Who may access, view, print, or handle patient information or records?

Personnel authorized with an appropriate security clearance Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the 'Incident' Narrative for incidents where command was established?

The highest-ranking Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

When are units arriving at non-EMS incidents responsible for entering a 'Unit' Narrative?

Always Signup and view all the answers

Who reviews all fire incidents in their battalion?

The Battalion Chiefs Signup and view all the answers

When should medical reports be entered and submitted?

In accordance with policy, procedures, and the ePCR 'User's Manual' Signup and view all the answers

Who completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections?

The Special Operations Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for directing crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete?

The Investigators Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing fire reports handled by the Investigations Division?

The Supervisor of Investigations Signup and view all the answers

When are medical incidents with unfounded emergencies documented as 'No Patient Found (Canceled on Scene)'?

When units arrive at medical incidents Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the required narratives for fire incidents?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Who must review each report for completeness and correctness?

The Operational Captain of the first arriving suppression unit Signup and view all the answers

When should personnel receive overtime to complete post-incident documentation?

If they return from an incident after 0730 Signup and view all the answers

Who should complete the 'Incident' Narrative in the applicable NFIRS program for incidents identified as a fire?

The individual with the most overall knowledge of the incident Signup and view all the answers

When should incident information be entered into the applicable NFIRS program?

As soon as possible after returning from the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the report in the appropriate field when entering the incident information into the NFIRS program?

The person(s) entering the information Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition may personnel receive overtime to complete post-incident documentation?

If the documentation is completed in a timely manner Signup and view all the answers

Who should complete the required narratives for fire incidents?

The individual with the most overall knowledge of the incident Signup and view all the answers

When should medical reports be entered and submitted?

As soon as possible after the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for directing crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

Who must review each report for completeness and correctness?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

Who may access, view, print, or handle patient information or records?

Personnel delegated the responsibility for documenting the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the 'Incident' Narrative for incidents where command was established?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

When are units arriving at non-EMS incidents responsible for entering a 'Unit' Narrative?

When the highest-ranking firefighter designates Signup and view all the answers

Who reviews all fire incidents in their battalion?

The Battalion Chief Signup and view all the answers

Who completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections?

The Special Operations team Signup and view all the answers

When should medical reports be entered and submitted?

Within 24 hours of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who must always complete the required narratives for fire incidents?

Fire Rescue personnel Signup and view all the answers

When should incident information be entered into the applicable NFIRS program?

Within 24 hours of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for directing crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete?

Investigators Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing fire-related pages?

Fire Rescue personnel Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing each report for completeness and correctness?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'Patient Authorized Representative Signature' form if the patient is not physically or mentally capable of signing?

The patient representative Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Transfer of Care (Hospital)' form be signed?

On all transports by a hospital staff member Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Civilian Casualty' page be completed?

If a civilian is injured or killed at a fire scene Signup and view all the answers

When should an abbreviated medical report be completed during a Level 3 or greater MCI?

For any patient containing basic information obtained at the scene Signup and view all the answers

How should all patient confidentiality issues be handled?

In compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and Security Standard Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Firefighter Casualty' page be completed in the applicable NFIRS program?

If an Employee, Reservist, or cadet is injured, killed, or exposed in the line of duty Signup and view all the answers

Who completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

When should medical reports be entered and submitted?

Before the end of shift Signup and view all the answers

Who may access, view, print, or handle patient information or records?

Only personnel authorized with an appropriate security clearance Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing fire reports handled by the Investigations Division?

The Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Incident' Narrative be completed in the applicable NFIRS program for incidents identified as a fire?

By the individual with the most overall knowledge of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the 'Incident' Narrative for incidents where command was established?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Civilian Casualty' page be completed in the applicable NFIRS program?

When there is a civilian casualty Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition may personnel receive overtime to complete post-incident documentation?

If they return from an incident after 0730 Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'Privacy Practices Acknowledgement' form?

All patients not transported or refusing care Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'I. Patient Signature' form be signed?

When the patient is physically and mentally capable of signing Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Transfer of Care (Hospital)' form be signed?

Upon arrival at the hospital Signup and view all the answers

When should an abbreviated medical report be completed during a Level 3 or greater MCI?

For any patient containing only basic information obtained at the scene and any medical care rendered Signup and view all the answers

Who should complete the 'Civilian Casualty' page?

Anyone injured or killed at a fire scene or as a result of being exposed to fire Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Firefighter Casualty' page be completed in the applicable NFIRS program?

If a firefighter is injured, killed, or exposed in the line of duty Signup and view all the answers

Who must ensure all medical reports are complete and compliant with the current Fire Rescue EMS protocols?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

Who should be properly documented in the applicable ePCR program?

All students and observers Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition may personnel receive overtime to complete post-incident documentation?

If the incident is a Mass Casualty Incident Signup and view all the answers

How should all patient confidentiality issues be handled?

In accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and Security Standard Signup and view all the answers

Who should sign the 'III A. Ambulance Crew Signature' form if the patient is not physically or mentally capable of signing?

A crew member of the transporting unit Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for verifying the completion of post-incident documentation?

The Operational Captain Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the 'Incident' Narrative for incidents where command was established?

The highest-ranking Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

When are units arriving at non-EMS incidents responsible for entering a 'Unit' Narrative?

When they perform actions outside the scope documented in the ePCR program Signup and view all the answers

Who reviews all fire incidents in their battalion?

The Battalion Chiefs Signup and view all the answers

Who completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections?

Special Operations Signup and view all the answers

When should medical reports be entered and submitted?

Consistent with the author’s level of training and certification Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for directing crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete?

Investigators Signup and view all the answers

Who must always complete the required narratives for fire incidents?

Fire Rescue personnel Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing all fire incidents?

The Fire Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Officer Signup and view all the answers

When should the 'Medical Incidents' be documented in the applicable NFIRS program?

When they have specific CAD call type codes or involve a patient Signup and view all the answers

Who should enter a 'Unit' Narrative at non-EMS incidents?

Units arriving and performing actions outside the scope documented in the ePCR program Signup and view all the answers

Who should review each report for completeness and correctness?

The Operational Captain of the first arriving suppression unit Signup and view all the answers

When should all medical reports be completed?

In accordance with policy, procedures, and the ePCR 'User's Manual' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fire Incident Reporting Policy Summary

The individual with the most knowledge of the incident is responsible for completing fire-related pages.
The highest-ranking Incident Commander designates who completes data entry.
The Incident Commander completes the "Incident" Narrative for incidents where command was established.
The "Incident" Narrative is also used for non-medical incidents not covered in other sections.
Units arriving at non-EMS incidents are responsible for entering a "Unit" Narrative.
Investigators direct crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete those sections.
Fire Rescue personnel must always complete the required narratives.
The Operational Captain of the first arriving suppression unit reviews each report for completeness and correctness.
Battalion Chiefs are responsible for reviewing all fire incidents in their battalion.
The Fire Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Officer reviews all fire incidents.
The Supervisor of Investigations reviews fire reports handled by the Investigations Division.
Special Operations completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections and the assigned Battalion Chief reviews them.
Report writing follows the DISPATCHED call type code.
"Medical Incidents" are incidents with specific CAD call type codes or incidents involving a patient.
Medical Alarms with no patients are documented in the applicable NFIRS program.
All medical reports must be completed in accordance with policy, procedures, and the ePCR "User's Manual."
Medical incidents with unfounded emergencies are documented as "No Patient Found (Canceled on Scene)."
Units arriving at medical incidents must enter a "Unit" Narrative if they perform actions outside the scope documented in the ePCR program.
Any non-medical conditions encountered during a medical incident must be documented in the NFIRS program.
Medical reports should be entered and submitted consistent with the author’s level of training and certification.

Fire Incident Reporting Policy Summary

The individual with the most knowledge of the incident is responsible for completing fire-related pages.
The highest-ranking Incident Commander designates who completes data entry.
The Incident Commander completes the "Incident" Narrative for incidents where command was established.
The "Incident" Narrative is also used for non-medical incidents not covered in other sections.
Units arriving at non-EMS incidents are responsible for entering a "Unit" Narrative.
Investigators direct crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete those sections.
Fire Rescue personnel must always complete the required narratives.
The Operational Captain of the first arriving suppression unit reviews each report for completeness and correctness.
Battalion Chiefs are responsible for reviewing all fire incidents in their battalion.
The Fire Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Officer reviews all fire incidents.
The Supervisor of Investigations reviews fire reports handled by the Investigations Division.
Special Operations completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections and the assigned Battalion Chief reviews them.
Report writing follows the DISPATCHED call type code.
"Medical Incidents" are incidents with specific CAD call type codes or incidents involving a patient.
Medical Alarms with no patients are documented in the applicable NFIRS program.
All medical reports must be completed in accordance with policy, procedures, and the ePCR "User's Manual."
Medical incidents with unfounded emergencies are documented as "No Patient Found (Canceled on Scene)."
Units arriving at medical incidents must enter a "Unit" Narrative if they perform actions outside the scope documented in the ePCR program.
Any non-medical conditions encountered during a medical incident must be documented in the NFIRS program.
Medical reports should be entered and submitted consistent with the author’s level of training and certification.

Fire Incident Reporting Policy Summary

The individual with the most knowledge of the incident is responsible for completing fire-related pages.
The highest-ranking Incident Commander designates who completes data entry.
The Incident Commander completes the "Incident" Narrative for incidents where command was established.
The "Incident" Narrative is also used for non-medical incidents not covered in other sections.
Units arriving at non-EMS incidents are responsible for entering a "Unit" Narrative.
Investigators direct crews on which sections of the NFIRS program to leave blank and complete those sections.
Fire Rescue personnel must always complete the required narratives.
The Operational Captain of the first arriving suppression unit reviews each report for completeness and correctness.
Battalion Chiefs are responsible for reviewing all fire incidents in their battalion.
The Fire Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Officer reviews all fire incidents.
The Supervisor of Investigations reviews fire reports handled by the Investigations Division.
Special Operations completes Hazardous Materials Incident sections and the assigned Battalion Chief reviews them.
Report writing follows the DISPATCHED call type code.
"Medical Incidents" are incidents with specific CAD call type codes or incidents involving a patient.
Medical Alarms with no patients are documented in the applicable NFIRS program.
All medical reports must be completed in accordance with policy, procedures, and the ePCR "User's Manual."
Medical incidents with unfounded emergencies are documented as "No Patient Found (Canceled on Scene)."
Units arriving at medical incidents must enter a "Unit" Narrative if they perform actions outside the scope documented in the ePCR program.
Any non-medical conditions encountered during a medical incident must be documented in the NFIRS program.
Medical reports should be entered and submitted consistent with the author’s level of training and certification.

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