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What is the responsibility of the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department regarding violations of the Code of Miami-Dade County?
Which of the following best describes an Audible Alarm?
What constitutes a False Fire Alarm?
What does a Central Station do?
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Under what condition is a fire alarm presumed to be false?
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What action is taken by the Battalion Chief upon arrival at the scene?
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When can units clear the scene?
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What must the Unit OIC do in the Basic Report for NFIRS?
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What should happen if the emergency contact lacks authority to hire a Fire Watch?
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How is the MDFR on-call Fire Watch Contractor hired?
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What should the Unit OIC do when the MDFR on-call Fire Watch Contractor arrives?
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What is the frequency at which Fire Watch personnel should patrol the entire building?
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What action must be taken after the on-scene Battalion Chief scans and emails the signed agreement?
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Under what condition is an alarm not considered false due to activation by vandals?
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What qualifies as an 'occupied building'?
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What is a primary responsibility of a fire alarm service technician, referred to as a runner?
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Which of the following best describes the role of a Fire Prevention Division representative?
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If a building is unoccupied and the alarm system is activated, what should the Unit Officer-in-Charge (OIC) do first?
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What should be included in the investigation and documentation of false fire alarms?
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Which factor contributes to a fire alarm system being deemed activated incorrectly?
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What is the primary purpose of NFIRS during incident reporting?
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How long does a person have to respond to a trouble signal notification?
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When should the OIC clear the scene during a false alarm investigation?
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What should the Unit OIC do if they observe signs of an emergency during an investigation?
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Which is not a reason an alarm can be activated but still deemed not false?
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Who is responsible for performing the fire-watch if a responsible person is not available?
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What should be verified if no emergency exists with occupants in an occupied building?
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What indicates that a fire alarm signal poses an immediate threat?
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What action should be taken if there is an active fire alarm signal at the scene?
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What should be done during normal business hours if an occupied building's fire alarm cannot be reset?
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In the case of a pull station activation, what is necessary before resetting it?
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If indications of an emergency are observed, what is the primary responsibility of the Unit OIC?
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What should occur if the fire alarm panel is not accessible?
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How should the Unit OIC respond if the fire alarm system cannot be reset within four hours?
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Which condition triggers the requirement for a Fire Watch?
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What should the Unit OIC do if the fire alarm panel shows an orange light?
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What is a n essential step before silencing the alarm when it indicates a trouble signal?
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What can be done if the Alarm signal indicates an immediate threat?
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What does a trouble signal on a fire alarm panel indicate?
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Study Notes
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) Responsibilities
- MDFR monitors and records violations of the Miami-Dade County Code for enforcement.
- Ensures adherence to the Florida Fire Prevention Code relating to fire alarm systems.
Key Definitions
- Alarm User: Entity that owns or manages premises with a fire alarm system.
- Audible Alarm: Alarm heard at least 50 feet beyond the premise.
- Central Station: Monitored fire alarm station approved by entities like UL, FM, or ETL.
- False Fire Alarm: Signal causing Fire Department response without an actual emergency, due to negligence, mechanical or electrical failure, or unknown causes. Valid if proven otherwise by the alarm user.
Fire Alarm System Components
- Fire Alarm System: Approved system that detects fire and alerts others.
- Fire Alarm System Contractor: Licensed individual or company in Florida that installs or services fire alarm systems.
- Runner: Qualified technician from the alarm company available for alarm response, must respond within specific time frames.
Response Procedures
- Fire Alarm Notifications: Dispatch procedures follow established protocols.
- Incident Reporting: Documentation includes details of alarm status, communication with individuals, and investigation findings.
- Occupied vs. Unoccupied Buildings: Different protocols for investigating alarms based on building occupancy status.
Investigation Steps
Unoccupied Buildings
- Conduct thorough investigation, including walkthrough.
- If no emergency is suspected, notify Fire Alarm Office and reset alarm if devices are still active.
- Document findings and report for possible Fire Prevention Division follow-up.
Occupied Buildings
- Verify no emergency exists and communicate with occupants.
- Attempt to reset alarm signal if active.
- Follow emergency protocols if signs of emergency are present, and document all activities.
Alarm System Signal Categories
- Trouble Signal: Indicates a problem in the system (yellow light).
- Supervisory Signal: Relates to abnormal connections (orange light).
- Alarm Signal: Indicates immediate danger (red light).
Alarm System Reset Procedures
- Document all alarm details before resetting.
- Use reset button when available; audible alarms can be silenced if necessary.
- If unable to reset, follow procedures for problem alarm systems.
Fire Watch Protocol
- Fire watch is required when fire alarm systems cannot be restored within four hours.
- Responsible personnel must be arranged either by contacting occupancy owners or through MDFR.
Reporting and Follow-Up
- Complete Basic Report in NFIRS after every incident.
- Follow protocols for requesting inspections and additional Fire Prevention follow-ups.
- Mandatory decals are posted to indicate ongoing fire watch responsibilities.
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Description
This quiz covers the responsibilities of the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue related to fire alarm systems and code compliance. It includes key definitions and components of fire alarm systems crucial for users and contractors. Test your knowledge on fire safety standards and regulations in Florida.