Incident Reporting & Quality Review STJFD

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What is the purpose of the incident reporting policy of the St.John's Fire District?

To mandate incident reporting only for fire emergencies.

To eliminate the need for any incident reporting.

To establish minimum requirements for incident reporting. (correct)

To allow flexible reporting standards based on the incident type.

Which activities are explicitly stated not to receive an incident number?

Private events and non-emergency calls.

Medical emergencies and citizen reports.

Smoke detector installations and public service functions. (correct)

Fire emergencies and structure fires.

Who is responsible for the timely completion of incident reports?

The on-duty Battalion Chief.

The incident commander. (correct)

The records management software.

The Chief officer.

When should incident reports for structure fires be completed?

During the shift of occurrence. Signup and view all the answers

What must occur if a report for a structure fire or medical emergency remains incomplete after a shift?

Chief officer approval is required. Signup and view all the answers

What software is required for documenting all incidents according to the policy?

ImageTrend reporting software. Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of all incidents in terms of reporting as per the new policy?

They should all be assigned an incident number. Signup and view all the answers

What should the on-duty Battalion Chief do regarding the reports submitted during their tour?

Review all reports for their assigned battalion. Signup and view all the answers

What specific information must incident commanders gather at fire incidents?

Origin, cause, and dollar loss Signup and view all the answers

If the cause and origin of a fire incident are unknown, how should it be documented?

Noted as undetermined Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the cause and origin are recorded as undetermined?

Notify the NFIRS program manager and Fire Marshal in writing Signup and view all the answers

In the context of fire incidents, what is the role of the Fire Marshal's office?

To review the incident report for accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for completing NFIRS reports for fire incidents?

Attention to various modules and required fields Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to document the property owner and occupant information during fire incident reporting?

To complete the NFIRS report accurately Signup and view all the answers

What privacy concerns are associated with medical incidents?

Strict privacy and confidentiality in personal information Signup and view all the answers

Who should complete the individual unit narrative for a responding unit at an incident?

The company officer (or acting officer) of that unit Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Battalion Chief during the Level 2 Review?

To ensure incident reports are completed and reviewed for accuracy. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically gathered at fire incidents?

Privacy agreements of responders Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of gathering data on causal information from fire incidents?

To enhance future incident reporting and prevention Signup and view all the answers

What status should be assigned if any errors or issues are identified in the incident report?

Needs Revision Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is required before personnel can go off-duty?

They must complete all outstanding incident reports. Signup and view all the answers

What must the Battalion Chief include when changing the status of an incident report to 'Needs Revision'?

Notes or description of the issue for the author. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for completing the formal monthly quality improvement review of NFIRS incident reports?

The Program Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the NFIRS incident reports?

To document each call for service Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the Level 1 Review of NFIRS incident reports?

Company Officers Signup and view all the answers

Which field is NOT specifically mentioned as critical to check during the Level 1 Review?

Emergency Response Protocol Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of inaccurate NFIRS incident report completion?

Misallocation of resources and staffing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the review process for medical incident reports?

SOG 200.07 Patient Care Reporting Signup and view all the answers

What system does the St. John's Fire District use for storing NFIRS incident reports?

ImageTrend Records Management System Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be reviewed to ensure accurate data collection?

Incident Narrative Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason the St. John's Fire District emphasizes accurate NFIRS incident reports?

To make informed staffing decisions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following fields is important to verify during the review of an incident report?

Estimated Dollar Loss and Value Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the three-tiered review process used by the St. John's Fire District?

It enhances accuracy and thoroughness in reporting Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Incident Reporting & Quality Review Guidelines

Outlines standardized incident reporting requirements for St. John's Fire District (STJFD).
Aims to ensure quality assurance through a structured review process.

Reporting Requirements

Every incident, regardless of nature, receives an incident number.
Non-emergency activities, like smoke detector installations, are recorded as activities, not incidents.
Reports must be completed during the shift of occurrence unless exceptional circumstances arise.

Responsibilities

Incident commanders are tasked with timely report completion.
On-duty Battalion Chief reviews all reports from their battalion during their shift.
Chief officer approval is mandatory if reports require extension beyond the end of a shift.

Data Documentation

Reports must utilize ImageTrend software and include all necessary scene information.
Structure fires and medical emergencies require immediate documentation upon occurrence.

Fire Incident Specifics

Collect information on the origin, cause, and property loss for fire incidents.
Property owner and occupant details must be included in the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) report.
If origin or cause is undetermined, it is to be marked as such, with notification to the NFIRS program manager.

Medical Incident Protocol

Strict privacy and confidentiality must be upheld for medical incidents.
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) must ensure accurate patient care record entry.

Review Process Overview

Level 1 Review: Company Officers review reports for accuracy and completeness, focusing on specific critical fields.
Level 2 Review: On-duty Battalion Chief reviews and verifies all reports for their battalion, assigning statuses for corrections if necessary.
Level 3 Review: NFIRS Program Manager conducts a formal monthly quality improvement review of all NFIRS reports.

Compliance and Standards

Emphasis on thorough and accurate reporting for effective resource allocation and staffing decisions.
Completion of incident reports is mandatory before personnel can leave duty unless an exception is made by higher authority.

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Description

This quiz covers the standard operating guideline for incident reporting and quality review within the St. John's Fire District. It outlines the minimum requirements necessary for effective incident reporting and aims to ensure adherence to established guidelines.