Roll Call FOG

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What is the primary responsibility of group/division officers during roll call?

To communicate with other divisions about their status.

To evaluate the conditions of the hazard zone.

To account for all personnel under their command. (correct)

To initiate search procedures for missing personnel.

In the case of missing personnel, what should the group/division officer report to the IC?

The duration since the personnel went missing.

The total number of personnel assigned to their unit.

The status of missing personnel as 'unknown' and their last known location. (correct)

The reason for their personnel being unaccounted for.

What does the acronym PAR signify during roll call?

Personnel Assignment Review.

People Accounted for Report.

Personnel Acknowledging Responsibility.

Personnel Accountability Report. (correct)

When should an immediate roll call be conducted?

When a member or crew is reported missing or trapped. Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if personnel cannot be accounted for during roll call?

Other groups/divisions should continue their roll call. Signup and view all the answers

What must the IC document after conducting roll call?

The time of roll call and notes on personnel status. Signup and view all the answers

What should a group/division officer do if conditions at the incident scene deteriorate?

Change the operational mode from offensive to defensive. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the rapid intervention team (RIC) play when personnel are unaccounted for?

To initiate search procedures for the missing personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when roll call indicates a missing crew?

Continue roll call for other crews and start search procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What is expected when a unit officer reports during roll call?

Specify the unit's total assigned personnel and those in the hazard zone. Signup and view all the answers

What must a unit officer include when responding during roll call?

The total number of personnel assigned and those operating in the hazard zone Signup and view all the answers

What should happen to the rolls calls if personnel are unaccounted for?

Roll call should continue to determine if more personnel are unaccounted for Signup and view all the answers

What action should group/division officers take when personnel are confirmed missing?

Report the missing personnel as 'unknown' and provide their last known location Signup and view all the answers

When should a rapid intervention team (RIC) be activated?

When a member or crew is reported missing or trapped Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations necessitates an immediate roll call?

A sudden hazardous change in situation occurs Signup and view all the answers

What does the report 'E-1 is PAR' indicate during a roll call?

Engine 1 personnel are all accounted for Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken after three unsuccessful attempts to contact a unit in the hazard zone?

Proceed with an immediate roll call Signup and view all the answers

What must the IC document after conducting roll call?

The time and personnel accountability status Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of group/division officers in managing missing personnel?

To report to the IC and search within their area immediately Signup and view all the answers

How should personnel maintain their assignments during an incident with unaccounted personnel?

They should remain in position unless directed otherwise by the IC. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Roll Call

Group/division officers are responsible for accounting for all personnel under their command.
Unit officers report the total number of personnel assigned and the number operating outside the hazard zone.
The Incident Commander (IC) can verify information on the unit's passport.
After all groups/divisions have been roll called, the IC documents the time and notes on the command board which personnel are unaccounted for.

Unaccounted Personnel/Crews

If personnel are unaccounted for, the group/division officer reports their last known location and name.
The group/division officer initiates search procedures.
All other groups/divisions remain in their positions unless directed by the IC.
The IC activates the rapid intervention team (RIC).
Roll call continues even if personnel are missing to determine if others are unaccounted for.

Situations Demanding Immediate Roll Call

Report of a member or crew missing or trapped.
When a unit/crew cannot be contacted in the hazard zone after three consecutive attempts at radio contact.
Sudden hazardous changes in the incident scene.
Conditions deteriorate and evacuation is ordered.
A change from an offensive to a defensive mode.
When the incident is declared under control.

Roll Call Procedure

Group/division officers are responsible for accounting for all personnel under their command.
Unit officers report the total number of personnel assigned to their unit and the number operating outside the hazard zone.
Example: Engine 1 arrives with three people, two enter the hazard zone and one stays outside. The officer would report "Engine 1 has two inside, driver outside Engine 1 is PAR".
When all groups/divisions have been roll called, the IC documents the time and notes on the command board whether all personnel were accounted for.

Unaccounted Personnel

If a personnel cannot be accounted for, the group/division officer reports the status as "unknown" and provides the last known location and name of the missing personnel.
Group/division officers initiate search procedures within their area.
All other groups/divisions maintain their positions unless directed otherwise by the IC.
The IC activates the rapid intervention team (RIC).
Roll call continues even if a person or crew is unaccounted for to determine if more than one person or crew is missing.

Situations Requiring Immediate Roll Call

Report of a member or crew missing or trapped.
Inability to contact a unit/crew in the hazard zone after three consecutive radio attempts.
Sudden hazardous changes at the incident scene.
Conditions deteriorate and evacuation is ordered.
A shift from offensive to defensive mode.
When the incident is declared under control.

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This quiz covers the essential procedures for roll call during incident command operations. It focuses on the responsibilities of group/division officers and the actions to take when personnel are unaccounted for. Understand the importance of accurate reporting and the initiation of search procedures.