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What is the primary responsibility of the Battalion Chief upon notification of an incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the Battalion Chief upon notification of an incident?
Which of the following is NOT required to be included in the documentation of an incident?
Which of the following is NOT required to be included in the documentation of an incident?
Who can the Battalion Chief assign to assist with the investigation and documentation of the incident?
Who can the Battalion Chief assign to assist with the investigation and documentation of the incident?
What action is taken once the Property Damage Tracking Number is completed?
What action is taken once the Property Damage Tracking Number is completed?
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Which of the following must be true about the Property and Liability Accident/Incident Report?
Which of the following must be true about the Property and Liability Accident/Incident Report?
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Which group is NOT notified via email when the Property Damage Tracking Number is completed?
Which group is NOT notified via email when the Property Damage Tracking Number is completed?
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What must the Property Damage Tracking Number include?
What must the Property Damage Tracking Number include?
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When can the Battalion Chief issue disciplinary action?
When can the Battalion Chief issue disciplinary action?
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What is the first action an employee should take after a stretcher malfunction?
What is the first action an employee should take after a stretcher malfunction?
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What must an employee do to indicate a stretcher is out of service?
What must an employee do to indicate a stretcher is out of service?
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What should be marked as HIGH PRIORITY when dealing with stretcher malfunctions?
What should be marked as HIGH PRIORITY when dealing with stretcher malfunctions?
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Which entity should all stretcher-related incidents be reported to?
Which entity should all stretcher-related incidents be reported to?
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Which form needs to be completed for reporting stretcher-related incidents?
Which form needs to be completed for reporting stretcher-related incidents?
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What type of incidents should the EMSAR Technician be notified about?
What type of incidents should the EMSAR Technician be notified about?
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What is the primary purpose of sequestering the stretcher?
What is the primary purpose of sequestering the stretcher?
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What is the phone number for contacting Ferno Washington for stretcher issues?
What is the phone number for contacting Ferno Washington for stretcher issues?
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What is the first action that must be taken when a Fire Rescue vehicle causes property damage?
What is the first action that must be taken when a Fire Rescue vehicle causes property damage?
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In the case of vehicle accidents involving Fire Rescue vehicles, which document should be referred to for procedures?
In the case of vehicle accidents involving Fire Rescue vehicles, which document should be referred to for procedures?
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What must be done in incidents of theft or vandalism involving Fire Rescue property?
What must be done in incidents of theft or vandalism involving Fire Rescue property?
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What should employees do when they force entry into a private residence according to the SOGs?
What should employees do when they force entry into a private residence according to the SOGs?
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Who is responsible for notifying the Battalion Chief when an employee reports loss, damage, or theft?
Who is responsible for notifying the Battalion Chief when an employee reports loss, damage, or theft?
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What action should the Fire Operations Officer take if the Battalion Chief is unreachable?
What action should the Fire Operations Officer take if the Battalion Chief is unreachable?
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Where can employees find phone numbers for contacting relevant parties?
Where can employees find phone numbers for contacting relevant parties?
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What additional resources must be requested when employees force entry into private residences?
What additional resources must be requested when employees force entry into private residences?
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What is one of the responsibilities of the District Chief regarding documentation?
What is one of the responsibilities of the District Chief regarding documentation?
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Which entity is responsible for entering pertinent information into the Tracking database?
Which entity is responsible for entering pertinent information into the Tracking database?
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What must be indicated on the completed document by the District Chief?
What must be indicated on the completed document by the District Chief?
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What is the first action to take if there is an issue with a STRYKER Stretcher?
What is the first action to take if there is an issue with a STRYKER Stretcher?
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What does the District Chief initial documents to indicate?
What does the District Chief initial documents to indicate?
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Who should be contacted via email regarding Stryker-related issues?
Who should be contacted via email regarding Stryker-related issues?
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What is the consequence of issuing discipline, as required by the District Chief?
What is the consequence of issuing discipline, as required by the District Chief?
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When must the Training and Safety Division forward documentation to Risk Management?
When must the Training and Safety Division forward documentation to Risk Management?
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What is the first action a Battalion Chief should take regarding the preliminary documentation?
What is the first action a Battalion Chief should take regarding the preliminary documentation?
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In the event of an injury to Fire Rescue personnel, what is the first document to be referred to?
In the event of an injury to Fire Rescue personnel, what is the first document to be referred to?
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What is the order of notification if a member of the public is injured at a Fire Rescue facility?
What is the order of notification if a member of the public is injured at a Fire Rescue facility?
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What should be included in the ePCR following an incident involving public injury?
What should be included in the ePCR following an incident involving public injury?
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If a stretcher malfunction occurs and Fire Rescue personnel are injured, which protocol should be followed?
If a stretcher malfunction occurs and Fire Rescue personnel are injured, which protocol should be followed?
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What action should personnel take if there is an equipment failure that results in public injury?
What action should personnel take if there is an equipment failure that results in public injury?
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When notifying about an injury, which of the following is NOT required?
When notifying about an injury, which of the following is NOT required?
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What is one of the responsibilities of a Battalion Chief once they are notified of an injury to public members?
What is one of the responsibilities of a Battalion Chief once they are notified of an injury to public members?
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Study Notes
Incident Notification and Reporting Procedures
- Fire Rescue vehicle-related property damage must be reported to the Battalion Chief before leaving the scene.
- Vehicle accidents involving Fire Rescue vehicles follow specific procedures outlined in Vehicle Apparatus Safety (PPM FR-O-303).
- Theft or vandalism incidents require reporting to law enforcement, with the report attached to the Property and Liability Accident/Incident Report (FR-T-302 Attachment A).
- Contact information for necessary parties is available on the Fire Rescue Intranet (SharePoint).
Property Loss, Damage, or Theft Procedures
- All incidents of loss, damage, or theft related to Fire Rescue property or public property must be reported by employees to their supervisor immediately.
- Employees must minimize damage when gaining entry into private residences during emergencies and ensure resources are requested for security.
- Lieutenants and Operational Captains must notify the Battalion Chief quickly; if unreachable, the Fire Operations Officer will notify the next Battalion Chief.
Battalion Chief Responsibilities
- Investigate and document incidents upon notification, possibly assigning Lieutenants or Operational Captains for parts of the process.
- Documentation includes:
- Property and Liability Accident/Incident Report (FR-T-302 Attachment A)
- Employee statements (if necessary)
- Law enforcement reports (if applicable)
- Digital color photographs
- Property Damage Tracking Number obtained from Intranet.
- Issuing disciplinary actions is the Battalion Chief's responsibility if warranted.
- Email preliminary documentation with photographs to the District Chief and send signed hard copies (excluding photographs) via inter-office mail.
Bodily Injury Incidents
- Injuries to Fire Rescue personnel follow Work Related Injuries Returning to Work (PPM FR-H-302).
- For public injuries at Fire Rescue facilities or from equipment failure:
- Employees must render care, notify the Communication Center, and follow similar notification procedures as above.
Equipment Failure Protocol
- Stretcher malfunctions or collapses require immediate care for injured individuals and notification to request additional resources.
- Post-incident actions include:
- Removing the stretcher from service, tagging it as OUT OF SERVICE, and sequestering it at headquarters.
- Submitting a work order in Assetworks and logging the incident as a property damage case.
- Report all stretcher-related incidents to the Central Shop and appropriate manufacturers (FERNO or STRYKER) as per Continuous Quality Improvement protocols.
District Chief Responsibilities
- Ensure that all incident documentation is complete, accurate, and up to standard.
- Initial all documents to confirm accuracy, oversee any necessary disciplinary actions, and forward completed documentation to the Training and Safety Division.
- Ensure Training and Safety Division enters details into the Tracking database and sends all documentation to Risk Management.
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Test your knowledge on the protocols and procedures regarding property damage caused by Fire Rescue vehicles. This quiz covers the immediate notification process to the Battalion Chief and the steps outlined in the Vehicle Apparatus Safety guide. Ensure you understand the safety measures for both owned and leased vehicles.