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What should inspections and observations include?
What should inspections and observations include?
The construction, occupancy, auxiliary fire protection, and related features.
What is the purpose of inspections and observations?
What is the purpose of inspections and observations?
To increase the efficiency of the Department in the event of a fire.
What should Company Officers do upon receipt of complaints or notifications?
What should Company Officers do upon receipt of complaints or notifications?
Follow the procedures for such situations as indicated in the BISP Manual and AUC 5.
Where should Company Officers follow the procedures for complaints or notifications?
Where should Company Officers follow the procedures for complaints or notifications?
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What should inspections and observations focus on in relation to possible violations of law?
What should inspections and observations focus on in relation to possible violations of law?
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What knowledge will increase the efficiency of the Department in the event of a fire?
What knowledge will increase the efficiency of the Department in the event of a fire?
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What manual should Company Officers refer to for procedures?
What manual should Company Officers refer to for procedures?
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What administrative district should inspections and observations focus on?
What administrative district should inspections and observations focus on?
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What is the primary duty of the Chief in Charge of the Bureau of Fire Prevention?
What is the primary duty of the Chief in Charge of the Bureau of Fire Prevention?
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What is the purpose of the Risk Based Inspectional System (RBIS) application?
What is the purpose of the Risk Based Inspectional System (RBIS) application?
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Who is responsible for the inspection of buildings and premises in their administrative districts?
Who is responsible for the inspection of buildings and premises in their administrative districts?
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What is the chief purpose of supervision by Battalion Chiefs during field inspection duty?
What is the chief purpose of supervision by Battalion Chiefs during field inspection duty?
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What is the Building Inspection Safety Program (BISP) Manual?
What is the Building Inspection Safety Program (BISP) Manual?
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Who should familiarize themselves with the administrative districts?
Who should familiarize themselves with the administrative districts?
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What is the importance of coordination between the Bureau of Fire Prevention and the Uniformed Force?
What is the importance of coordination between the Bureau of Fire Prevention and the Uniformed Force?
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According to section 12.1.7, what should Company Officers do when notified of structural or occupancy hazards?
According to section 12.1.7, what should Company Officers do when notified of structural or occupancy hazards?
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What is the role of Deputy and Battalion Chiefs when notified of structural or occupancy hazards, according to section 12.1.8?
What is the role of Deputy and Battalion Chiefs when notified of structural or occupancy hazards, according to section 12.1.8?
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What type of inspections should Chief and Company Officers conduct, as mentioned in section 12.1.9?
What type of inspections should Chief and Company Officers conduct, as mentioned in section 12.1.9?
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According to section 12.1.10, who is responsible for ensuring school inspections and familiarization drills are conducted?
According to section 12.1.10, who is responsible for ensuring school inspections and familiarization drills are conducted?
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In what situations should units forward a special report to the Chief in Charge of Fire Prevention, as stated in section 12.1.11?
In what situations should units forward a special report to the Chief in Charge of Fire Prevention, as stated in section 12.1.11?
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What should units request when seeking technical assistance from the Bureau of Fire Prevention, as mentioned in section 12.1.11?
What should units request when seeking technical assistance from the Bureau of Fire Prevention, as mentioned in section 12.1.11?
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According to section 12.1.7, who should Company Officers transmit information to when notified of structural or occupancy hazards?
According to section 12.1.7, who should Company Officers transmit information to when notified of structural or occupancy hazards?
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What is the purpose of inspections and familiarization drills for schools, as stated in section 12.1.10?
What is the purpose of inspections and familiarization drills for schools, as stated in section 12.1.10?
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In section 12.1.9, what procedures should be followed when illegal fireworks are discovered during inspections?
In section 12.1.9, what procedures should be followed when illegal fireworks are discovered during inspections?
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According to section 12.1.11, what kind of problems can the Bureau of Fire Prevention provide technical assistance for?
According to section 12.1.11, what kind of problems can the Bureau of Fire Prevention provide technical assistance for?
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In accordance with the BISP Manual, how many firefighters are required to perform BISP inspection activities?
In accordance with the BISP Manual, how many firefighters are required to perform BISP inspection activities?
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When should officers make a journal entry?
When should officers make a journal entry?
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What is the requirement for units during building inspection?
What is the requirement for units during building inspection?
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Who should make a close study of all field schedules for maintaining effective fire protection?
Who should make a close study of all field schedules for maintaining effective fire protection?
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Under what circumstances can dispatchers order the temporary discontinuance of field inspection activities?
Under what circumstances can dispatchers order the temporary discontinuance of field inspection activities?
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What precautions should officers take while engaged in building inspection?
What precautions should officers take while engaged in building inspection?
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What should officers require members driving apparatus to observe during building inspection duties?
What should officers require members driving apparatus to observe during building inspection duties?
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What forms and books should members use during building inspection?
What forms and books should members use during building inspection?
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What should be done with CIDS information during building inspection?
What should be done with CIDS information during building inspection?
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What manual should Company Officers refer to for building inspection procedures?
What manual should Company Officers refer to for building inspection procedures?
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What is the role of the Fire Prevention Coordinators in each Division and Battalion?
What is the role of the Fire Prevention Coordinators in each Division and Battalion?
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What are the responsibilities of Division Coordinators?
What are the responsibilities of Division Coordinators?
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What are the responsibilities of Battalion Coordinators?
What are the responsibilities of Battalion Coordinators?
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Who designates the Fire Prevention Coordinators?
Who designates the Fire Prevention Coordinators?
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What is the primary duty of the Chief in Charge of the Bureau of Fire Prevention?
What is the primary duty of the Chief in Charge of the Bureau of Fire Prevention?
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What is the purpose of the Risk Based Inspectional System (RBIS) application?
What is the purpose of the Risk Based Inspectional System (RBIS) application?
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12.4.1 Who is responsible for the proper administration of Fire Prevention matters within the company level of operations?
12.4.1 Who is responsible for the proper administration of Fire Prevention matters within the company level of operations?
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12.4.2 How should Company Commanders assign work among the Lieutenants in their command?
12.4.2 How should Company Commanders assign work among the Lieutenants in their command?
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12.4.3 What record should Division/Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinators maintain?
12.4.3 What record should Division/Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinators maintain?
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12.4.4 What should the Company Commander do in the event of transfer or extended leave of absence of the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator?
12.4.4 What should the Company Commander do in the event of transfer or extended leave of absence of the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator?
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12.4.5 What is the primary responsibility of the designated Lieutenant in the company?
12.4.5 What is the primary responsibility of the designated Lieutenant in the company?
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12.4.6 Who should the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator work closely with in updating Company Fire Prevention records?
12.4.6 Who should the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator work closely with in updating Company Fire Prevention records?
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12.4.7 How should the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator be given the opportunity to fulfill their function realistically?
12.4.7 How should the Company Fire Prevention Coordinator be given the opportunity to fulfill their function realistically?
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According to section 12.5.1, what is the purpose of evaluating the monthly BISP productivity reports?
According to section 12.5.1, what is the purpose of evaluating the monthly BISP productivity reports?
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Who should Battalion Chiefs confer with regarding inspection problems, according to section 12.5.2?
Who should Battalion Chiefs confer with regarding inspection problems, according to section 12.5.2?
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When should the Division Fire Prevention Coordinator be notified, as stated in section 12.5.1?
When should the Division Fire Prevention Coordinator be notified, as stated in section 12.5.1?
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What actions should Battalion Chiefs take if improvements in company performance, scheduling, or training are required, according to section 12.5.2?
What actions should Battalion Chiefs take if improvements in company performance, scheduling, or training are required, according to section 12.5.2?
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According to section 12.5.1, how often should the Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinator examine the BISP productivity reports?
According to section 12.5.1, how often should the Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinator examine the BISP productivity reports?
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What is the responsibility of the Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinator, as mentioned in section 12.5.1?
What is the responsibility of the Battalion Fire Prevention Coordinator, as mentioned in section 12.5.1?
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Who is responsible for evaluating Battalion Fire Prevention activity and maintaining a high level of inspection performance throughout the Division?
Who is responsible for evaluating Battalion Fire Prevention activity and maintaining a high level of inspection performance throughout the Division?
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Who should the Division Fire Prevention Coordinator consult with on inspection problems and seek effective solutions?
Who should the Division Fire Prevention Coordinator consult with on inspection problems and seek effective solutions?
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Who should be notified of any significant inspectional problems or concerns impacting the Building Inspection Safety Program?
Who should be notified of any significant inspectional problems or concerns impacting the Building Inspection Safety Program?
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Who is responsible for evaluating the Command's Fire Prevention activity and maintaining a high level of inspection performance throughout the command?
Who is responsible for evaluating the Command's Fire Prevention activity and maintaining a high level of inspection performance throughout the command?
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What is the prime purpose of any building inspection evaluation?
What is the prime purpose of any building inspection evaluation?
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Why do higher ranking Officers require information regarding building inspections?
Why do higher ranking Officers require information regarding building inspections?
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What is one tool in the planning and control of the building inspection program?
What is one tool in the planning and control of the building inspection program?
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Why are standards and other measuring devices difficult to establish in relation to building inspection statistics and activities?
Why are standards and other measuring devices difficult to establish in relation to building inspection statistics and activities?
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What should standards and measuring devices recognize in order to be fair and objective?
What should standards and measuring devices recognize in order to be fair and objective?
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What is the purpose of inspections and familiarization drills for schools?
What is the purpose of inspections and familiarization drills for schools?
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