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When is a driver required to check the area behind their vehicle visually before entering it?
When is a driver required to check the area behind their vehicle visually before entering it?
What is the main purpose of utilizing a portable radio in the context described?
What is the main purpose of utilizing a portable radio in the context described?
Under what circumstance is the use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, allowed while driving a city vehicle?
Under what circumstance is the use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, allowed while driving a city vehicle?
Which of the following vehicles is exempt from needing a spotter?
Which of the following vehicles is exempt from needing a spotter?
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What type of communication is explicitly prohibited while driving a city vehicle?
What type of communication is explicitly prohibited while driving a city vehicle?
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What is the primary purpose of the guidelines for motor vehicle incidents in the Houston Fire Department?
What is the primary purpose of the guidelines for motor vehicle incidents in the Houston Fire Department?
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Which of the following defines a 'City Vehicle' according to the guidelines?
Which of the following defines a 'City Vehicle' according to the guidelines?
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What is intended by the term 'Emergency Response' in the context of this document?
What is intended by the term 'Emergency Response' in the context of this document?
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Which objective aims to provide guidance to the Fire Chief regarding fleet safety activities?
Which objective aims to provide guidance to the Fire Chief regarding fleet safety activities?
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How are 'Business Days' defined in the guidelines?
How are 'Business Days' defined in the guidelines?
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What is the aim of ensuring 'disciplinary equity' in the administration of the guidelines?
What is the aim of ensuring 'disciplinary equity' in the administration of the guidelines?
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What factors are considered during the review process of a motor vehicle incident?
What factors are considered during the review process of a motor vehicle incident?
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What should the employee in charge of the vehicle do if the City vehicle cannot remain at the incident scene?
What should the employee in charge of the vehicle do if the City vehicle cannot remain at the incident scene?
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Which of the following is explicitly NOT considered a 'City Vehicle' under these guidelines?
Which of the following is explicitly NOT considered a 'City Vehicle' under these guidelines?
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When police are not required in an incident involving a City vehicle, which party is notified by OEC?
When police are not required in an incident involving a City vehicle, which party is notified by OEC?
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In the case where a District Chief's vehicle is involved in an incident, whom should OEC notify?
In the case where a District Chief's vehicle is involved in an incident, whom should OEC notify?
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What factors may influence OEC's decision to send a District Chief to investigate an incident outside City limits?
What factors may influence OEC's decision to send a District Chief to investigate an incident outside City limits?
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If OEC chooses not to send a District Chief for an incident outside City limits, what is their next course of action?
If OEC chooses not to send a District Chief for an incident outside City limits, what is their next course of action?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the investigating District Chief/Officer in a vehicle incident?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the investigating District Chief/Officer in a vehicle incident?
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What is the role of a Mechanic in the context of a vehicle incident?
What is the role of a Mechanic in the context of a vehicle incident?
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What does OEC do upon receiving notification of a motor vehicle incident involving a City vehicle?
What does OEC do upon receiving notification of a motor vehicle incident involving a City vehicle?
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What factor must the Fire Chief consider when imposing corrective actions?
What factor must the Fire Chief consider when imposing corrective actions?
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What is the required action for an employee who causes a motor vehicle incident?
What is the required action for an employee who causes a motor vehicle incident?
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What type of suspension could result from a second caused vehicle incident within a 12-month period if the aggregate damage exceeds $9000?
What type of suspension could result from a second caused vehicle incident within a 12-month period if the aggregate damage exceeds $9000?
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What is the minimum suspension for a first caused motor vehicle incident with damage less than $5000?
What is the minimum suspension for a first caused motor vehicle incident with damage less than $5000?
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What consequence can occur for an employee who causes their third motor vehicle incident within a 36-month period?
What consequence can occur for an employee who causes their third motor vehicle incident within a 36-month period?
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Which of the following statements is correct regarding the discipline process?
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the discipline process?
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How does prior attendance at a driver safety course affect disciplinary measures?
How does prior attendance at a driver safety course affect disciplinary measures?
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Which of the following is NOT a possible disciplinary action for causing a first motor vehicle incident?
Which of the following is NOT a possible disciplinary action for causing a first motor vehicle incident?
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What is the consequence for all backing incidents where the driver is determined to have caused the incident?
What is the consequence for all backing incidents where the driver is determined to have caused the incident?
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Which statement accurately describes the counting of vehicle incidents involving no personal injury or property damage?
Which statement accurately describes the counting of vehicle incidents involving no personal injury or property damage?
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What is the role of the 'spotter' during a backing incident?
What is the role of the 'spotter' during a backing incident?
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What action can an employee NOT take in lieu of a temporary suspension without approval?
What action can an employee NOT take in lieu of a temporary suspension without approval?
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What is the penalty if an employee causes a motor vehicle incident resulting in serious bodily injury while on duty?
What is the penalty if an employee causes a motor vehicle incident resulting in serious bodily injury while on duty?
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What constitutes a Motor Vehicle Incident as defined in the context?
What constitutes a Motor Vehicle Incident as defined in the context?
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Which of the following best describes Serious Bodily Injury?
Which of the following best describes Serious Bodily Injury?
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What documents are included in the Motor Vehicle Incident Packet?
What documents are included in the Motor Vehicle Incident Packet?
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What is the primary requirement for a situation to necessitate immediate or urgent action?
What is the primary requirement for a situation to necessitate immediate or urgent action?
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Which statement about damages in a Motor Vehicle Incident is true?
Which statement about damages in a Motor Vehicle Incident is true?
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Who does the guideline concerning Motor Vehicle Incidents apply to?
Who does the guideline concerning Motor Vehicle Incidents apply to?
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What is one of the contents of the Motor Vehicle Incident Checklist?
What is one of the contents of the Motor Vehicle Incident Checklist?
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Which scenario would NOT be classified as a Motor Vehicle Incident?
Which scenario would NOT be classified as a Motor Vehicle Incident?
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Study Notes
Houston Fire Department Motor Vehicle Incidents
- Purpose: Establish a standard method for investigating, documenting, and reviewing motor vehicle incidents involving Houston Fire Department vehicles.
Objectives
- Define Motor Vehicle Incident: Clearly define what constitutes a motor vehicle incident, ensuring consistent investigations.
- Ensure Disciplinary Equity: Implement standardized investigations for impartial disciplinary action.
- Review Process: Establish a process to review all motor vehicle incidents to identify contributing factors and prevent future incidents.
- Fleet Safety: Provide guidance to the Fire Chief for fleet safety activities.
- Compliance: Adhere to City of Houston Administrative Policy 2-2.
Definitions
- Business Days: Monday through Friday, excluding city holidays, from 0800 to 1600 hours.
- City Vehicle: Any motor-propelled device owned or leased by the City and assigned to the Houston Fire Department, including vehicles and attached components (trailers). Watercraft are excluded.
- Driver: An employee operating a City vehicle or a privately-owned vehicle on city business.
- Emergency Response: A response in a department emergency vehicle for urgent medical, rescue, and/or fire suppression, or other urgent/dangerous situation.
- Motor Vehicle Incident: A collision between a City or privately-owned vehicle and another vehicle, person, property, or object. Vehicle tipping or damage to public/private property also fall under this definition.
Motor Vehicle Incident Packet
- Contains documents required in every Houston Fire Department vehicle.
- Includes the following 9 pages:
- Motor Vehicle Incident Information Sheet
- City of Houston Notice of Claim for Damages
- Motor Vehicle Incident Checklist
- Motor Vehicle Incident Reporting Policy
- Form PD781 (Driver's Report)
- Form PD782 (Supervisor's Report)
Serious Bodily Injury
- Defined as bodily injury posing a substantial risk of death, unconsciousness, extreme pain, disfigurement, loss of bodily function, or death.
Scope
- Applies to all classified employees of the Houston Fire Department.
Responsibilities
- Detailed responsibilities for officers and drivers in various motor vehicle incident scenarios.
- Includes responsibilities for securing the scene, checking for injuries, contacting emergency services, recording information and completing necessary forms.
- Procedures in situations involving injuries, property damage, and driver behavior.
- Outlines procedures when incidents involve City property and when there is no visible damage but property damage or injury is present.
Guidelines
- Procedures for officers and drivers when a motor vehicle incident occurs. Key actions include securing the scene, preventing further damage, searching for casualties, notifying relevant authorities, reporting details, and ensuring proper handling of the involved vehicle.
Investigating Officer Responsibilities
- Steps involved in investigating motor vehicle incidents, including gathering evidence, completing reports, and providing information to the District Chief and proper authorities.
- Reviewing incident information, determining if an employee was at fault, and notifying the appropriate parties.
Professional Standards Office Motor Vehicle Incident Review
- The process of reviewing motor vehicle incidents.
- Includes determining fault, notifying the Fire Chief, and forwarding the findings to the appropriate authorities.
Appraisal Process
- Procedures to estimate vehicle damages involving qualified personnel and independent appraisers.
Special Driving Provisions
- Protocols and considerations for drivers using spotters.
- Regulations concerning electronic device use while driving, including limitations and exceptions.
Corrective Action
- Procedures in situations requiring disciplinary action against employees involved in motor vehicle incidents, based on damage, injury, and frequency.
- Discusses severity of disciplinary measures based on the damages, injuries, and frequency of the incident. Describes possible penalties, such as temporary suspension, demotion, or others depending on the circumstance.
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This quiz covers the standard procedures for investigating and documenting motor vehicle incidents involving the Houston Fire Department. Participants will learn about the definitions, objectives, and review processes established to improve fleet safety and ensure compliance with administrative policies.
