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What is the primary purpose of the Code 3 guideline?
What is the primary purpose of the Code 3 guideline?
- To standardize responses to incidents classified as Code 3 (correct)
- To enhance response times for all emergency incidents
- To categorize incidents for better data management
- To provide guidelines for non-emergency dispatch
Which apparatus is NOT included in the response for District 21 during a structure fire?
Which apparatus is NOT included in the response for District 21 during a structure fire?
- Squad 22
- Eng. 24 (correct)
- Bat 6
- Amb. 22
What does a Code 3 response specifically signify?
What does a Code 3 response specifically signify?
- A medical emergency event
- An evacuation procedure in progress
- A structure fire with immediate danger (correct)
- A hazardous materials incident
In District 22, how many engines are dispatched for Area B during a structure fire?
In District 22, how many engines are dispatched for Area B during a structure fire?
What is the recommended procedure if additional information alters the initial response to a Code 3 incident?
What is the recommended procedure if additional information alters the initial response to a Code 3 incident?
Which district's response includes Amb. 36 for a structure fire?
Which district's response includes Amb. 36 for a structure fire?
What is the re-evaluation date set for the Code 3 standard operating guideline?
What is the re-evaluation date set for the Code 3 standard operating guideline?
What role does the Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD) play in the Code 3 guideline?
What role does the Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD) play in the Code 3 guideline?
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Hoffman Estates Fire Department: Code 3 Response Guidelines
Purpose
- The purpose of this guideline is to standardize responses to Code 3 incidents classified by Northwest Central Dispatch (NWCD).
Policy
- The Hoffman Estates Fire Department will follow this guideline, but may alter it based on information from NWCD or to achieve a faster response.
Procedure
- The normal response to a reported structure fire will include:
- District 21: Eng. 21, Eng. 22, Eng. 23, Tower 22, Squad 22, Amb. 21, Amb. 22, Bat 6
- District 22:
- Area A: Eng. 22, Eng. 21, Eng. 24, Tower 22, Squad 22, Amb. 22, Amb. 21, Bat 6
- Area B: Eng. 22, Eng. 23, Eng. 21, Tower 22, Squad 22, Amb. 22, Amb. 23, Bat 6
- District 23: Eng. 23, Eng. 22, Eng. 21, Tower 22, Squad 22, Amb. 23, Amb. 36, Bat 6
- District 24: Eng. 24, Eng. 22, Eng. 21, Tower 22, Squad 22, Amb. 24, Amb. 22, Bat 6
Definitions
- A Code 3 is defined as a structure fire requiring an inside response.
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