208 Fire Station Image Policy Exceptions Quiz
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What is the purpose of the photography and videography policy in the DeSoto Fire Rescue Department?

  • To sell images and videos captured by fire department personnel to media outlets.
  • To violate state laws related to photography and videography.
  • To ensure the privacy rights of department personnel, patients, fire victims, and the public are respected. (correct)
  • To allow fire department personnel to freely capture images and videos during their duties.
  • What does the policy define as 'images'?

  • Images captured by helmet cams only.
  • Only digital photographs.
  • Physical photographs and videos.
  • Any visual representation captured by cameras. (correct)
  • Which devices are covered under the policy for photography and videography?

  • Laptops and desktop computers
  • Television monitors
  • Digital cameras and cellular telephones (correct)
  • Printers and scanners
  • What is the main focus of DeSoto Fire Rescue Department regarding ownership of images captured by personnel?

    <p>Images belong to the individual who captures them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the policy aim to ensure the professional image of the department is maintained?

    <p>By protecting evidentiary concerns related to images captured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstance can an image in the archive be altered?

    <p>If express written permission is granted by the Fire Chief or his/her designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of evaluating an image before its release?

    <p>To prevent breach of patient confidentiality and privacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the use of department-owned cameras for personal purposes strictly prohibited?

    <p>To ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can on-duty personnel take images for personal and non-business purposes?

    <p>Only when there is express permission from the Fire Chief or designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action may result from failing to permit inspection of devices covered in this policy?

    <p>Disciplinary action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has control over images taken by on-duty personnel?

    <p>The Fire Chief or their designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of imagery taken by on-duty personnel while responding to incidents?

    <p>Incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with imagery containing individually identifiable patient information?

    <p>It should be presumed to be covered by HIPAA and state medical privacy laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what locations are personnel prohibited from taking images of others?

    <p>Bathrooms, bedrooms, locker rooms, and changing areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are images taken by on-duty personnel considered under copyright law?

    <p>They are considered works for hire owned solely by the fire department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of imagery is NOT permitted under the stated exception?

    <p>Images taken during a training exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a photo taken under the stated exception inadvertently captures a public incident, what is required?

    <p>The photo must be considered department-owned and follow procedures for department photos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would violate the stated exception for personal imagery?

    <p>A photo of firefighters playing a prank on each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a firefighter takes a personal photo that includes $\text{HIPAA}$-protected information, what should they do?

    <p>Delete the photo immediately to avoid violating $\text{HIPAA}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT permitted under the stated exception regarding personal imagery?

    <p>Selling personal photos for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, which of the following is NOT a prohibited action for fire department owned images?

    <p>Forwarding to colleagues within the fire department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should fire department owned images be stored according to the policy?

    <p>In an archive in the Battalion Chief's office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with images on the camera or memory card after they are downloaded?

    <p>They should be erased after verifying successful download</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of imagery must be made available to law enforcement or the Fire Marshal upon request?

    <p>Images showing fire code violations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can fire department owned images be shared externally according to the policy?

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of on-duty personnel taking images with non-department Cameras?

    <p>For incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations does the department retain ownership of the images captured by on-duty personnel with non-department Cameras?

    <p>When images are taken of business-related matters for incident documentation, evidence, training, investigation, and public relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the retention period for images related to EMS Incidents according to the standard department practices?

    <p>6 years from the incident date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to inspect Cameras in possession of on-duty personnel at any time?

    <p>The Fire Chief or his/her designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must on-duty personnel do before deleting any images captured with a Camera?

    <p>Get approval from the Fire Chief or his/her designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Social and Visual Media Policy, who owns any messages communicated by a member that are relative to DeSoto Fire Rescue?

    <p>DeSoto Fire Rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of content is prohibited when criticizing or ridiculing DeSoto Fire Rescue as per the policy?

    <p>Defamatory or obscene content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered the property of DeSoto Fire Rescue as per the Social and Visual Media Policy?

    <p>Member's personal social media account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstances should members refrain from criticizing or ridiculing DeSoto Fire Rescue?

    <p>When speech tends to interfere with proper discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the Department is at risk when members engage in defamatory speech according to the policy?

    <p>Reputation and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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