201.03 ACCOUNTABILITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Questions and Answers

What is the primary responsibility of the engineer before entering the hot zone?

Maintain accurate records of crew IDs on the pump panel.

Deliver all equipment needed by the crew.

Collect and track crew passports. (correct)

Ensure that hoseline ID tags are placed on the hoselines.

What is the minimum crew size required for operations in the hot zone?

Five members.

One member.

Three members.

Two members. (correct)

What action should be taken if a crew member does not have a passport before entering the hot zone?

The engineer should use a grease pencil to note the crew ID. (correct)

The member without a passport must stay back.

A supervisor must verify the crew member's identity.

The crew must leave immediately.

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of all crew members in the hot zone?

Assigning tasks to crews as they see fit. Signup and view all the answers

What must all crews entering the hot zone ensure regarding equipment before entering?

That no equipment that could compromise safety is faulty. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of Command at the strategic level regarding accountability?

Track all crews and sectors by location and function. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a task level accountability responsibility of Company Officers?

Obtain personal accountability reports for their crews. Signup and view all the answers

At the tactical level, who is primarily responsible for knowing the location and function of assigned crews?

Sector Officers/Division Supervisors Signup and view all the answers

What document must Company Officers maintain to ensure accountability of personnel on their apparatus?

Current PASSPORT of personnel Signup and view all the answers

How should Command address barriers to effective accountability during strategy and attack planning?

By incorporating them into accountability measures. Signup and view all the answers

What must Sector Officers/Division Supervisors do to maintain close supervision of their assigned crews?

Be present in their assigned area. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element of a Company Officer's responsibility in ensuring crew safety regarding air supply?

Ensure all crew members have adequate exit air supply. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an accountability responsibility at the command level?

Checking the radio alignment of crew members. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Accountability in Firefighting

Accountability is essential for the safety of firefighters on the fireground.
Every individual involved in an incident must commit to following all relevant policies and procedures.

Command/Strategic Level Accountability

Command must track all crews, locations, and functions using a tactical worksheet.
Key responsibilities include knowing who is in charge of each sector and the assignments of each crew.
Command should incorporate accountability as a fundamental aspect of strategy and attack planning.
Factors such as air supply must be considered when making tactical assignments.
Personal Accountability Reports (PAR) must be obtained from Sector Officers and crews.

Sector Officer/Division/Group Supervisor/Tactical Level Accountability

Focuses on tracking crews assigned to specific sectors.
Sector Officers must maintain close supervision of all assigned crews within their designated area.
Obtaining PARs for all crew members is crucial for accountability.

Company Officer/Task Level Accountability

Company Officers must always know the location and activities of each firefighter.
Maintaining a current PASSPORT and MCT roster for crew personnel is mandatory.
Proper identification on helmets is required for all crewmembers.
Company Officers must ensure that PARs are gathered to confirm the security and air supply of all crew members.
Keeping the crew intact is critical along with awareness of their exit air supply.
The passport should be delivered to the accountability location before entering the hot zone and retrieved once exiting.

Engineer Responsibilities

Acts as the accountability officer responsible for tracking crews using handlines from the apparatus.
Collects passports from crews before they enter the hot zone.
Places the passport pouch in a predefined location when hoseline is charged and notes crew identification on the pump panel if no passport is available.

Firefighter Responsibilities

Must wear proper company identification on their helmet.
Ensure nametag is on the passport and the roster is regularly updated.
Stay with their crew at all times, maintaining awareness of exit air supply.

All Members’ Responsibilities

Update the company passport upon arrival for duty.
Ensure accuracy of helmet IDs, nametags, and SCBA identification markings.
Avoid freelancing; all crews must adhere to the incident command system.
Crews should remain intact and a minimum crew size of two is required, with each member equipped with a radio.
Crews entering the hot zone must have a designated supervisor; they enter, stay, and exit together.
Close supervision by the Company Officer is necessary due to reduced visibility and increased risks.
If safety equipment fails (e.g., SCBA, radio), the entire crew must exit the hot zone immediately.

Description

This quiz focuses on the critical concept of accountability for firefighters operating on the fireground. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all personnel involved in an incident, covering both strategic and tactical levels of responsibility.