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What is the primary purpose of the rules of attention to duty outlined for personnel?
What is the primary purpose of the rules of attention to duty outlined for personnel?
- To maintain good working order within the Department (correct)
- To establish training requirements for new personnel
- To enhance public relations
- To define disciplinary actions for violations
Which of the following is NOT listed as a duty of personnel regarding public complaints?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a duty of personnel regarding public complaints?
- Thank citizens for their input
- Forward complaints to immediate supervisors
- Ignore complaints that seem trivial (correct)
- Resolve complaints at the station level
Who is responsible for reviewing the guidelines annually for accuracy?
Who is responsible for reviewing the guidelines annually for accuracy?
- The Fire Chief or designee (correct)
- The training officer
- All personnel of the Department
- The Department's legal advisor
What should personnel do if they determine requests for assistance require additional aid?
What should personnel do if they determine requests for assistance require additional aid?
In which situation should written policies take precedence?
In which situation should written policies take precedence?
What should personnel do if they are unsure about the nature of an assignment?
What should personnel do if they are unsure about the nature of an assignment?
Which organization must personnel maintain current CPR certification from?
Which organization must personnel maintain current CPR certification from?
What level of certification must employed firefighters maintain?
What level of certification must employed firefighters maintain?
Which statement is true regarding volunteer personnel certifications?
Which statement is true regarding volunteer personnel certifications?
What is the primary responsibility of personnel regarding training?
What is the primary responsibility of personnel regarding training?
What knowledge must personnel have before responding to an alarm?
What knowledge must personnel have before responding to an alarm?
What is required for continued certification as an employed firefighter?
What is required for continued certification as an employed firefighter?
Who coordinates training classes for personnel?
Who coordinates training classes for personnel?
What should personnel immediately do if their driver's license is suspended or revoked?
What should personnel immediately do if their driver's license is suspended or revoked?
In the absence of a designated officer, who is responsible for performing certain duties?
In the absence of a designated officer, who is responsible for performing certain duties?
What identification must personnel carry while on duty?
What identification must personnel carry while on duty?
What is required regarding personal information changes?
What is required regarding personal information changes?
Which gear is personnel required to wear for emergency responses?
Which gear is personnel required to wear for emergency responses?
When should personnel notify their supervisor about an injury sustained while on duty?
When should personnel notify their supervisor about an injury sustained while on duty?
What additional information must personnel provide for contact purposes?
What additional information must personnel provide for contact purposes?
Study Notes
Attention to Duty
- Personnel must respond to requests for assistance from the public.
- Personnel must take reasonable safety precautions.
- Personnel must address complaints from the public and seek assistance from a supervisor if needed.
- Personnel are to complete necessary training in their role.
- Personnel must maintain CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
- Volunteer firefighters must maintain a firefighter certification from the State Fireman's and Fire Marshal's Association.
- Employed firefighters must maintain a Basic Structural Firefighter certification or higher from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
- Employed firefighters must maintain an Emergency Medical Technician certification or higher from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
- Personnel must have knowledge of their territory and respond to alarms using the most direct route.
- Personnel should be prepared, through training and observation, to assume the duties of a higher position in emergencies.
- In the absence of designated officers, the next senior personnel shall assume the role.
- Personnel must have a valid driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Personnel are to notify their supervisor immediately if they are suspended or revoked.
- Personnel are to keep current vehicle registration and insurance.
- Personnel must notify Human Resources and supervisors of changes in personal information, such as address, phone number, and certification level.
- Personnel must carry a current Spring Fire Department I.D. card for identification.
- Personnel must wear department issued gear during emergency responses, such as bunker gear, a dress uniform, or a department duty uniform, to identify themselves.
- Personnel must notify their supervisor immediately of any injury sustained while on duty, including completing a first report of injury form.
- Personnel must report any suspected communicable disease, drug use, or intoxication to their supervisor and Human Resources.
- Personnel must answer questions and provide statements or materials when directed to do so by a superior officer or supervisor.
- Personnel must notify their District Chief and Fire Chief if they are subpoenaed to testify in court due to knowledge of occurrences that affect the department.
- Personnel must notify their District Chief and Fire Chief if they have been sued due to an act performed in the line of duty.
- Personnel must salute the National Colors and the National Anthem when in uniform. When not in uniform, personnel should stand at attention and remove headgear as the National Colors pass.
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This quiz assesses knowledge of the essential duties and responsibilities for firefighters and emergency personnel. It covers safety precautions, required certifications, and protocols for responding to public assistance requests. Test your understanding of the standards expected in this vital role.
