37 Questions
What is the purpose of completing the bottom section of form OF-270 after completing a program?
To evaluate the program and materials used for fire safety education
What action should be taken after the presenter completes the bottom section of the Program Request Form?
Forward it to the involved Deputy Chief
According to Section 414.28, who has the authority to cancel program requests?
The involved Deputy Chief
What should be done if a scheduled program needs to be rescheduled?
Ensure that the Community Relations Office is informed of the new program date
When is it permissible to cancel program requests?
After receiving approval from the involved Deputy Chief
What is the primary purpose of informing the Community Relations Office about a rescheduled program date?
To secure additional visual aids and materials
What is the potential consequence of a buildup of snow or ice under the fire station door?
Damage to the door motor or drive belt
According to the regulations, how should vehicles or apparatus without a parking gear be parked on the apparatus floor?
With the gear shift in 'neutral' and the air brake engaged
What is the responsibility of all Station Officers during the heating season according to the regulations?
To ensure that the apparatus bay areas are heated to temperature level that does not exceed 72 degrees
What are fire station expense funds used for?
Making available day-to-day conveniences and certain necessities which are not provided by the city
Who is responsible for establishing and maintaining uniform guidelines throughout the Division regarding station expense fund procedures?
Station Captains
What must be done when an expenditure in excess of the maximum amount established by the station members is required?
It must be approved by a majority vote of all station members
What is the responsibility of Station Captains regarding laundry exchange system maintenance?
To maintain an efficient laundry exchange system in their respective stations
How often will deliveries of laundry be made according to the regulations?
Weekly
What specific items will each fire station receive as part of the laundry exchange system?
Sheets, bath towels, wash cloths, and pillow cases
What is one reason for ensuring that apparatus bay areas are heated to a temperature level that does not exceed 72 degrees?
Preventing excessive heating that may damage equipment
What specific responsibility do Station Captains have regarding station expense fund financial statements?
Ensuring accurate completion and availability to all members
What is the purpose of the air cascade systems in Division fire stations?
To maintain proper levels of breathing air in the cylinders of the respiratory protective systems (RPS)
What is the responsibility of the company commander with regard to the station's linen?
To gather up soiled laundry and forward information through the chain of command
What action should be taken if unauthorized linen is turned in or delivered to the station?
A memo should be submitted to the Administration Officer
Who is responsible for checking the station's air cascade systems each morning?
Company Officers
What should be done when the fifth cylinder of a high pressure air cascade system does not have sufficient pressure to fill an RPS cylinder to above 4000 PSI?
The system should be refilled immediately
What color are the cylinders for oxygen cascade systems in stations housing EMS vehicles?
Green
Who is authorized to operate the air supply vehicles?
Specially trained firefighters who are certified in their use
What is the purpose of ISU-19 (Incident Support Unit)?
To refill depleted station cascade systems and respond to emergency incidents
What is the responsibility of Station Captains or their alternates in case of difficulties with the laundry exchange system?
To submit a memo to the Bureau of Administration
What should be done if there is any doubt about the suitability of a breathing apparatus cylinder to be recharged?
It should be sent to Mask Repair section for further evaluation and testing
What action should be taken if problems regarding SCBA hardware occur?
Contact Mask Repair at 75453 between 0730 and 1530 hours
What is the responsibility of the individual company officers?
To train personnel in the operation of multi-media equipment
When should the Flag be raised and lowered at fire stations?
Raised at roll call each morning and lowered at sundown, except during stormy weather
When is it appropriate to fly the Flag at half-staff?
When the nation mourns-customarily by proclamation of the President or Mayor
What is the procedure for raising the Flag for half-staff?
Run it to the top of the staff, then lower it to half-staff
What should be done when the Flag becomes unfit for service?
It should be replaced with a new Flag and returned for proper disposal
What is required of Division members in public when the National Colors pass by?
They should render a traditional military salute
What is the responsibility of the unit on duty regarding snow and ice removal?
They are responsible for removing snow and ice whenever necessary, except for accumulations totaling 1 inch or less that may have occurred after 2200 hours.
What should Station Captains do regarding snow removal supplies?
They should keep an inventory of snow removal supplies and order replacements as needed.
What is required if members are cleaning or performing maintenance duties on or near overhead doors?
They should disconnect power to prevent accidental door operation.
Test your knowledge of the rules and regulations governing the parking of vehicles and apparatus belonging to the fire division or assigned to fire stations. This quiz covers important guidelines to prevent damage and ensure operational readiness.
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