Firefighter Responsibilities and Duties

What activity is explicitly prohibited during the Restful Watch from 18:00 to 07:00?

What is the minimum information that must be included in the public relations event scheduled on the BCFD main calendar?

How early are crews expected to arrive before the start time of a scheduled public relations event?

What is one of the acceptable activities for crew members during the Restful Watch?

Who must approve public relations events that involve the Operations Division?

What is the wakeful watch time designated for crew members?

Which of the following activities is prohibited during the wakeful watch?

Who has the authority to alter the wakeful watch schedule?

What should crews initiate to ensure proper maintenance of the station?

What is expected of crew members regarding the fire station’s cleanliness?

What action should crew members take upon the arrival of a Commander or Chief Officer?

When should MDTs be restarted to maintain optimal performance?

Which of the following areas should crews focus on for station cleaning?

Responsibilities and Duties of Firefighters

Bernalillo County Fire Department (BCFD) clearly defines duties and responsibilities for firefighters during their shifts.
Wakeful Watch (07:00-18:00) is a period where firefighters must be ready to respond to alarms and participate in fire department activities while maintaining a state of readiness.
Restful Watch (18:00-07:00) is a period where firefighters can sleep, play video games, engage in personal study, or relax but must still be prepared to respond to alarms.
Firefighters must complete assigned training and be logged into the CAD at all times.
The station must be cleaned and presentable at all times.
Firefighters are encouraged to initiate projects around the station to maintain cleanliness and orderliness.
Public Relation Events require approval from the Division Chief of Operations and include specific requirements for attire and set up time.
The text highlights changes made to the procedure regarding approval for public relation events.

Changes to the Policy

The policy has been revised several times, adding new elements and clarifying existing procedures.
The MDT (Mobile Data Terminal) is now required to be logged into the CAD at all times.
The text was revised to emphasize the need for the station to be cleaned each morning.
The process for approving Public Relation Events was streamlined to require authorization from the Division Chief of Operations.

Explore the essential duties and responsibilities of firefighters as defined by the Bernalillo County Fire Department. This quiz covers the expectations during both Wakeful and Restful Watch periods, including training requirements and station upkeep. Test your knowledge on the guidelines that ensure the readiness and professionalism of firefighters.