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When must Fire Rescue vehicle drivers complete an additional driving course?
When must Fire Rescue vehicle drivers complete an additional driving course?
What should drivers do if there are missing forms in the vehicle?
What should drivers do if there are missing forms in the vehicle?
When should employees report any suspension or revocation of their license?
When should employees report any suspension or revocation of their license?
When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
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Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
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What is mandated for vehicle safety regarding the use of parking brake and wheel chocks?
What is mandated for vehicle safety regarding the use of parking brake and wheel chocks?
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Who assists in acquiring appropriate emergency vehicles for the Fire Rescue Purchasing Section?
Who assists in acquiring appropriate emergency vehicles for the Fire Rescue Purchasing Section?
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In what scenarios is drug testing required for drivers involved in accidents?
In what scenarios is drug testing required for drivers involved in accidents?
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Who appoints the Apparatus Committee Chairperson?
Who appoints the Apparatus Committee Chairperson?
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Which committee assists with purchasing and leasing emergency vehicles?
Which committee assists with purchasing and leasing emergency vehicles?
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What is outlined for specific procedures for backing a vehicle?
What is outlined for specific procedures for backing a vehicle?
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What is specified regarding the activation of emergency traffic control devices?
What is specified regarding the activation of emergency traffic control devices?
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What is detailed in the protocols for approaching intersections and making U-turns with emergency vehicles?
What is detailed in the protocols for approaching intersections and making U-turns with emergency vehicles?
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When must accidents meeting specific criteria be reported and investigated?
When must accidents meeting specific criteria be reported and investigated?
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Who is involved in the Apparatus Committee?
Who is involved in the Apparatus Committee?
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Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
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What is the consequence for drivers accumulating 8 or more points within 18 months?
What is the consequence for drivers accumulating 8 or more points within 18 months?
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Who is responsible for investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
Who is responsible for investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
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What is the consequence for drivers involved in preventable accidents?
What is the consequence for drivers involved in preventable accidents?
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What is the classification for an accident resulting in 4 points?
What is the classification for an accident resulting in 4 points?
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Who reviews completed investigations?
Who reviews completed investigations?
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When must requests for Accident Review Board hearings be made?
When must requests for Accident Review Board hearings be made?
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Who is responsible for any necessary disciplinary action based on the Accident Review Board findings?
Who is responsible for any necessary disciplinary action based on the Accident Review Board findings?
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What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
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Who determines the accident classification if the Battalion Chief/Supervisor cannot determine it?
Who determines the accident classification if the Battalion Chief/Supervisor cannot determine it?
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What is the consequence for the Officer or person in charge if no backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
What is the consequence for the Officer or person in charge if no backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
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Who must complete Accident Investigation Training offered by Risk Management?
Who must complete Accident Investigation Training offered by Risk Management?
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What is the first step in investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
What is the first step in investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
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What is the requirement for completing a Defensive Driving course?
What is the requirement for completing a Defensive Driving course?
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When should drivers report any deficiencies found during the Safety Circle Check?
When should drivers report any deficiencies found during the Safety Circle Check?
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What is the consequence for not reporting any suspension or revocation of a driver's license?
What is the consequence for not reporting any suspension or revocation of a driver's license?
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When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
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Who is responsible for determining the accident classification if the Battalion Chief/Supervisor cannot determine it?
Who is responsible for determining the accident classification if the Battalion Chief/Supervisor cannot determine it?
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When must requests for Accident Review Board hearings be made?
When must requests for Accident Review Board hearings be made?
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What is the consequence for drivers involved in preventable accidents?
What is the consequence for drivers involved in preventable accidents?
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Who reviews completed investigations?
Who reviews completed investigations?
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What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
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What should drivers do if there are missing forms in the vehicle?
What should drivers do if there are missing forms in the vehicle?
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Who must complete Accident Investigation Training offered by Risk Management?
Who must complete Accident Investigation Training offered by Risk Management?
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What is the consequence for the Officer or person in charge if no backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
What is the consequence for the Officer or person in charge if no backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
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When must employees report any suspension or revocation of their license?
When must employees report any suspension or revocation of their license?
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What is the first step in investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
What is the first step in investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel?
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Who is responsible for any necessary disciplinary action based on the Accident Review Board findings?
Who is responsible for any necessary disciplinary action based on the Accident Review Board findings?
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Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
Who is responsible for the Vehicle Safety Program?
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What is mandated for vehicle safety regarding the use of parking brake and wheel chocks?
What is mandated for vehicle safety regarding the use of parking brake and wheel chocks?
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Who appoints the Apparatus Committee Chairperson?
Who appoints the Apparatus Committee Chairperson?
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What is outlined for specific procedures for backing a vehicle?
What is outlined for specific procedures for backing a vehicle?
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What is detailed in the protocols for approaching intersections and making U-turns with emergency vehicles?
What is detailed in the protocols for approaching intersections and making U-turns with emergency vehicles?
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Who assists with purchasing and leasing emergency vehicles?
Who assists with purchasing and leasing emergency vehicles?
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What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
What happens if a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred?
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What is required for drivers involved in accidents resulting in death, bodily injury requiring immediate treatment, or extensive property damage?
What is required for drivers involved in accidents resulting in death, bodily injury requiring immediate treatment, or extensive property damage?
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Who is responsible for acquiring appropriate emergency vehicles for the Fire Rescue Purchasing Section?
Who is responsible for acquiring appropriate emergency vehicles for the Fire Rescue Purchasing Section?
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What is specified regarding the activation of emergency traffic control devices?
What is specified regarding the activation of emergency traffic control devices?
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When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
When is communication device usage permitted by the driver while operating a Fire Rescue vehicle?
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When must accidents meeting specific criteria be reported and investigated?
When must accidents meeting specific criteria be reported and investigated?
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Study Notes
Fire Rescue Vehicle Accident Investigation Procedures
- The Battalion Chief/Supervisor is responsible for investigating vehicle accidents involving subordinate personnel.
- Investigations include reporting to the F.O.O, obtaining an Accident Tracking Number, completing a Vehicle Accident/Incident Report, photographing the scene, obtaining a Driver Statement, and forwarding relevant information to the District Chief within 24 hours.
- Accidents are classified as Non-preventable or Preventable, and further categorized as Minimal, Minor, Major, or Severe based on specific criteria.
- Points are assigned to each classification: Minimal = 1 point, Minor = 2 points, Major = 4 points, Severe = 8 points.
- Drivers accumulating 8 or more points within 18 months are suspended from driving for Fire Rescue until the points decline.
- Completed investigations are reviewed by the District Chief, forwarded to the Training and Safety Division, and cost estimates for repairs are sent to Risk Management.
- Battalion Chiefs and District Chiefs must complete Accident Investigation Training offered by Risk Management, and employees involved in preventable accidents attend Remedial Driving Training.
- Requests for Accident Review Board hearings must be made in writing to the Deputy Chief within 15 days of accident classification notification and return to work.
- The Accident Review Board reports findings to the employee's Deputy Chief, who is responsible for any necessary disciplinary action.
- If the Battalion Chief/Supervisor cannot determine the accident classification, it is discussed and determined by the Union, Training and Safety Division, and Risk Management.
- If a backup person was utilized and an accident occurred, the driver receives points and the backup person is disciplined for failure to perform duty of office.
- If no backup person was utilized and an accident occurred, the Officer or person in charge is disciplined for failure to perform duty of office.
Fire Rescue Vehicle Safety Policies
- Drivers are not allowed to use communication devices, even hands-free, when responding to an emergency.
- The responsibility for the Vehicle Safety Program lies with each Division/Section Manager.
- The Apparatus Committee, consisting of Union, Fire Rescue, and Risk Management members, assists with purchasing and leasing emergency vehicles.
- Specific procedures for backing a vehicle are outlined, including safety checks and the requirement for visual contact with a backup person.
- Use of parking brake and wheel chocks for vehicle safety is mandated, with specific requirements for different types of vehicles.
- Activation of emergency traffic control devices and the use of audible and visible signals for different emergency response codes are specified.
- Protocols for approaching intersections and making U-turns with emergency vehicles are detailed.
- Reporting and investigation procedures for vehicle accidents, including the requirement for drug testing in certain scenarios, are outlined.
- Accidents meeting specific criteria must be reported and investigated, with automatic email notifications sent to various levels of management.
- Drug testing is required for drivers involved in accidents resulting in death, bodily injury requiring immediate treatment, or extensive property damage.
- The Apparatus Committee Chairperson is appointed by the Deputy Chief of Operations.
- The Fire Rescue Purchasing Section is assisted by the Apparatus Committee in acquiring appropriate emergency vehicles.
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Test your knowledge of fire rescue vehicle accident investigation procedures with this quiz. Learn about the responsibilities of the Battalion Chief/Supervisor, accident classifications, points system, disciplinary actions, and the steps involved in the investigation process.
