MCFRS Incident Reporting Policy
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What is the purpose of the Initial Written AAR?

  • To assign blame for mistakes made during an incident
  • To identify lessons learned and share recommendations (correct)
  • To track the response times of MCFRS personnel
  • To document all incidents responded to by MCFRS

    • What is required for incidents where technical rescue assets were used?

  • A written report submitted to the Fire Chief
  • A team meeting to discuss the response
  • A verbal debriefing with the Incident Commander
  • The completion of an Initial Written AAR (correct)

    • What happens when the Incident Commander selects a Significant Incident criteria?

  • An automatic email is sent to the entire MCFRS team
  • The Incident Report is automatically submitted to the Fire Chief
  • A notification is sent to the Battalion Chief only
  • An email is sent to the author and the Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty (correct)

    • Who is responsible for completing the Initial Written AAR?

    <p>The author of the narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Significant Incident selection box in FireApp?

    <p>To facilitate the completion of the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the deadline for completing the Initial Written AAR?

    <p>The deadline is not specified in the policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a hazmat incident where suited-entry was required?

    <p>The incident is classified as a Significant Incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for tracking and publishing the Initial Written AAR?

    <p>The Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of modifying the Incident Report narrative section of the FireApp reporting software?

    <p>To facilitate the completion of the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following incidents does not require a Significant Incident report?

    <p>A collision with a simple extrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who receives an email prompt to complete the Initial Written AAR?

    <p>The Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty assignment in the After Action Review process?

    <p>To track and publish the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many criteria are outlined for conducting After Action Reviews?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service policy that outlines the process for conducting After Action Reviews?

    <p>Policy 24-01</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the Incident Commander selects 'NONE' in the Significant Incident selection box?

    <p>No email is sent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the date of the Incident Response Policy Appendix T, After Action Reporting?

    <p>July 1, 2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for selecting a Significant Incident criteria in FireApp?

    <p>To identify lessons and/or recommendations for future incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following incidents may NOT require a Significant Incident report?

    <p>A hazmat incident without suited-entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the author of the narrative in the Initial Written AAR process?

    <p>To complete the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of selecting 'NONE' in the Significant Incident selection box?

    <p>The incident is not considered a Significant Incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the email prompt sent to the Battalion Chief?

    <p>To track and publish the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Initial Written AAR and the Incident Report narrative?

    <p>The Incident Report narrative is a requirement for the Initial Written AAR</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the After Action Review process?

    <p>To identify areas for improvement in incident response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the modifier 'complex' in the context of extrication?

    <p>It requires a Significant Incident report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Policy

    • The policy outlines the process for conducting After Action Reviews, specifically the Initial Written AAR.
    • The Initial Written AAR is required for incidents that meet certain criteria, including:

      Criteria for Significant Incident Reporting

      • Structure fires that extend past the room/area of origin
      • Collisions with complex or extended extrication
      • Hazmat incidents requiring suited-entry
      • Incidents utilizing technical rescue assets
      • Declared mass casualty incidents
      • Any incident where the Incident Commander believes lessons and/or recommendations should be shared

    FireApp Reporting Software

    • The Incident Report narrative section of FireApp has been modified to facilitate the completion of the Initial Written AAR.
    • A new Significant Incident selection box has been added to the Narrative Tab.
    • The Incident Commander must select one of the criteria above in the selection box if the incident is classified as a Significant Incident, or select "NONE".

    Automated Email Process

    • Once the FireApp is completed, an email will automatically be sent to:
      • The author as a prompt to complete the Initial Written AAR
      • The Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty assignment for Lessons Learned/After Action Reporting as a prompt to track and publish the document

    Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Policy

    • The policy outlines the process for conducting After Action Reviews, specifically the Initial Written AAR.
    • The Initial Written AAR is required for incidents that meet certain criteria, including:

      Criteria for Significant Incident Reporting

      • Structure fires that extend past the room/area of origin
      • Collisions with complex or extended extrication
      • Hazmat incidents requiring suited-entry
      • Incidents utilizing technical rescue assets
      • Declared mass casualty incidents
      • Any incident where the Incident Commander believes lessons and/or recommendations should be shared

    FireApp Reporting Software

    • The Incident Report narrative section of FireApp has been modified to facilitate the completion of the Initial Written AAR.
    • A new Significant Incident selection box has been added to the Narrative Tab.
    • The Incident Commander must select one of the criteria above in the selection box if the incident is classified as a Significant Incident, or select "NONE".

    Automated Email Process

    • Once the FireApp is completed, an email will automatically be sent to:
      • The author as a prompt to complete the Initial Written AAR
      • The Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty assignment for Lessons Learned/After Action Reporting as a prompt to track and publish the document

    Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Policy

    • The policy outlines the process for conducting After Action Reviews, specifically the Initial Written AAR.
    • The Initial Written AAR is required for incidents that meet certain criteria, including:

      Criteria for Significant Incident Reporting

      • Structure fires that extend past the room/area of origin
      • Collisions with complex or extended extrication
      • Hazmat incidents requiring suited-entry
      • Incidents utilizing technical rescue assets
      • Declared mass casualty incidents
      • Any incident where the Incident Commander believes lessons and/or recommendations should be shared

    FireApp Reporting Software

    • The Incident Report narrative section of FireApp has been modified to facilitate the completion of the Initial Written AAR.
    • A new Significant Incident selection box has been added to the Narrative Tab.
    • The Incident Commander must select one of the criteria above in the selection box if the incident is classified as a Significant Incident, or select "NONE".

    Automated Email Process

    • Once the FireApp is completed, an email will automatically be sent to:
      • The author as a prompt to complete the Initial Written AAR
      • The Battalion Chief with Collateral Duty assignment for Lessons Learned/After Action Reporting as a prompt to track and publish the document

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    Description

    This quiz is about the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service's policy on significant incident reporting using FireApp. It covers the procedures and guidelines outlined in Policy and Procedure 24-01 and Incident Response Policy Appendix T.

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