Hoffman Estates Fire Department Code 2 Response Guidelines

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Which of the following is NOT a situation that would typically trigger a Code 2 response according to this document?

  • A fire in a building (correct)
  • A vehicle gasoline leak outside
  • A carbon monoxide detector activation with no medical problems
  • A fire in a dumpster

What is the purpose of the Hoffman Estates Fire Department's Standard Operating Guideline (SOG) titled 'Code 2'?

  • To provide a comprehensive list of all fire department responses.
  • To prioritize fire department responses based on the severity of the incident.
  • To ensure the fire department's compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
  • To establish a consistent response protocol for incidents classified as Code 2. (correct)

According to the document, who is ultimately responsible for approving the 'Code 2' Standard Operating Guideline?

  • The Hoffman Estates Fire Chief (correct)
  • The State Fire Marshal's Office
  • The Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD)
  • The Fire Department's Emergency Response Team

What is the most likely reason the document includes the phrase "It may be altered to achieve a more appropriate response based on information received from NWCD or to achieve a faster response based on location and/or status of fire department apparatus and personnel"?

<p>To acknowledge the possibility of exceptions to the standard Code 2 response protocol. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a fire alarm system in the Trouble position triggers a Code 2 response, what is the expected initial response from the fire department?

<p>The district Engine will immediately respond using a non-emergency response mode. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a building lockout where the Fire Department is required to make forcible entry, what additional action is recommended according to the document?

<p>The Police Department should be requested to the scene. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected response from the Fire Department for a situation involving an outside natural gas leak?

<p>The district Engine will immediately respond with emergency sirens and lights. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, how often is the 'Code 2' Standard Operating Guideline expected to be reviewed?

<p>Every two years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Hoffman Estates Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines

  • The purpose of the guideline is to provide standardized responses to Code 2 incidents classified by Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD)

Code 2 Response Policy

  • The policy is to follow the guideline, but it may be altered to achieve a more appropriate response based on information from NWCD or apparatus and personnel status

Code 2 Response Procedure

  • The still district or closest Engine responds to a Code 2 incident

Types of Code 2 Incidents

  • Field, dumpster, rubbish, and outside fires
  • Vehicle gasoline and outside natural gas leaks
  • Building lockouts
  • Carbon monoxide detector activation with no medical problems or symptoms

Response to Specific Incidents

  • Building lockouts: district engine responds in non-emergency mode, with police requested to the scene if forcible entry occurs
  • Alarm systems in Trouble position with no NWCD contact: district engine responds in non-emergency mode

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