35 Questions
What is the purpose of the photography and videography policy in the DeSoto Fire Rescue Department?
To ensure the privacy rights of department personnel, patients, fire victims, and the public are respected.
What does the policy define as 'images'?
Any visual representation captured by cameras.
Which devices are covered under the policy for photography and videography?
Digital cameras and cellular telephones
What is the main focus of DeSoto Fire Rescue Department regarding ownership of images captured by personnel?
Images belong to the individual who captures them.
How does the policy aim to ensure the professional image of the department is maintained?
By protecting evidentiary concerns related to images captured.
Under what circumstance can an image in the archive be altered?
If express written permission is granted by the Fire Chief or his/her designee
What is the primary purpose of evaluating an image before its release?
To prevent breach of patient confidentiality and privacy
Why is the use of department-owned cameras for personal purposes strictly prohibited?
To ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations
Under what condition can on-duty personnel take images for personal and non-business purposes?
Only when there is express permission from the Fire Chief or designee
What action may result from failing to permit inspection of devices covered in this policy?
Disciplinary action
Who has control over images taken by on-duty personnel?
The Fire Chief or their designee
What is the purpose of imagery taken by on-duty personnel while responding to incidents?
Incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations
What should be done with imagery containing individually identifiable patient information?
It should be presumed to be covered by HIPAA and state medical privacy laws
In what locations are personnel prohibited from taking images of others?
Bathrooms, bedrooms, locker rooms, and changing areas
How are images taken by on-duty personnel considered under copyright law?
They are considered works for hire owned solely by the fire department
Which of the following types of imagery is NOT permitted under the stated exception?
Images taken during a training exercise
If a photo taken under the stated exception inadvertently captures a public incident, what is required?
The photo must be considered department-owned and follow procedures for department photos
Which of the following would violate the stated exception for personal imagery?
A photo of firefighters playing a prank on each other
If a firefighter takes a personal photo that includes $\text{HIPAA}$-protected information, what should they do?
Delete the photo immediately to avoid violating $\text{HIPAA}$
What is NOT permitted under the stated exception regarding personal imagery?
Selling personal photos for profit
According to the policy, which of the following is NOT a prohibited action for fire department owned images?
Forwarding to colleagues within the fire department
Where should fire department owned images be stored according to the policy?
In an archive in the Battalion Chief's office
What should be done with images on the camera or memory card after they are downloaded?
They should be erased after verifying successful download
Which type of imagery must be made available to law enforcement or the Fire Marshal upon request?
Images showing fire code violations
Under what circumstances can fire department owned images be shared externally according to the policy?
Both a and b
What is the purpose of on-duty personnel taking images with non-department Cameras?
For incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations
In what situations does the department retain ownership of the images captured by on-duty personnel with non-department Cameras?
When images are taken of business-related matters for incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations
What is the retention period for images related to EMS Incidents according to the standard department practices?
6 years from the incident date
Who has the authority to inspect Cameras in possession of on-duty personnel at any time?
The Fire Chief or his/her designee
What must on-duty personnel do before deleting any images captured with a Camera?
Get approval from the Fire Chief or his/her designee
According to the Social and Visual Media Policy, who owns any messages communicated by a member that are relative to DeSoto Fire Rescue?
DeSoto Fire Rescue
What type of content is prohibited when criticizing or ridiculing DeSoto Fire Rescue as per the policy?
Defamatory or obscene content
Which of the following is NOT considered the property of DeSoto Fire Rescue as per the Social and Visual Media Policy?
Member's personal social media account
In what circumstances should members refrain from criticizing or ridiculing DeSoto Fire Rescue?
When speech tends to interfere with proper discipline
What aspect of the Department is at risk when members engage in defamatory speech according to the policy?
Reputation and efficiency
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