Minimum Staffing & Mandatory Call Back (medium)
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What is the preferred minimum crew size for suppression apparatus during an emergency response?

  • Three
  • Four (correct)
  • Two
  • Five

    • Who is responsible for filling open positions created by PTO on the first day of the oncoming shift's 48-hour tour?

  • The District Chief
  • The affected B shift firefighter (correct)
  • The oncoming shift's personnel
  • Any available firefighter

    • What is required for filling an Apparatus Operator position?

  • Approval from any officer
  • A person eligible to drive and operate that apparatus (correct)
  • A volunteer firefighter
  • A junior firefighter

    • If an unfilled position occurs on the second day of the 48-hour tour, who is responsible for filling it?

    <p>The District Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum staffing requirement for Rescue 71?

    <p>Three personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the person who is an acting Apparatus Operator?

    <p>To drive the apparatus if cleared</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a held-over apparatus operator seek relief from any rank?

    <p>If the oncoming shift has a qualified driver available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum operating crew for Rehab 70?

    <p>One Apparatus Operator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for filling a vacancy if personnel have reached the maximum allowed working hours?

    <p>The District Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if there are no eligible personnel available to fill a vacancy?

    <p>The District Chief must fill the vacancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position has the authority to decide if personnel can remain on duty beyond the maximum working hours?

    <p>Deputy Chief of Operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are personnel expected to attempt to fill an open position?

    <p>By contacting any available personnel using various communication methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT allowed regarding volunteer and part-time employees?

    <p>They can work overtime beyond their scheduled timeframe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must personnel do if they find relief for a vacancy?

    <p>Notify the District Chief immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rank is responsible for overseeing all personnel on their respective shift?

    <p>District Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a volunteer or part-time personnel fills a position, what happens to the overtime?

    <p>It rolls to the next eligible full-time employee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum consecutive work hours allowed for personnel?

    <p>72 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of consecutive work hours personnel can work without a minimum off duty period?

    <p>72 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for reviewing the guideline annually to ensure its accuracy?

    <p>Fire Chief or designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes an employee who is working on an as-needed basis?

    <p>Part-Time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'SHALL' indicate in these guidelines?

    <p>Mandatory action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is defined as being responsible for the safe operation and function of fire apparatus?

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

    Which employee is assigned to the first line by an Officer or Acting Officer?

    <p>Firefighter 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the discretion to approve additional work hours beyond the standard limitation?

    <p>Deputy Chief of Operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial action taken when a personnel is held over for a shift?

    <p>They are required to stay for the first 12 or 24 hours of the shift.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must approve a non-captain personnel when found as relief?

    <p>The District Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If no personnel are available to be reassigned from other stations, what happens to the Captain?

    <p>They are considered held over for 24 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in filling open positions on the second day of a tour of duty?

    <p>The District Chief is to fill the open positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is prioritized for callback when personnel are needed?

    <p>Full-time personnel on their 2nd day of the 4 days off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document outlines the Mandatory Call Back process?

    <p>A procedural manual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must personnel do to trade their Mandatory Call Back days?

    <p>Email the District Chief for approval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What format is used for the Mandatory Call Back calendar?

    <p>Alphabetical order starting from A to Z.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can an employee be excused from mandatory call back?

    <p>If they are out of town on department business or training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time must personnel wait until being released from mandatory call back responsibility?

    <p>0615</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if personnel fail to respond to a mandatory call back call?

    <p>They will face applicable disciplinary action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the discretion to allow personnel to work overtime on their pre-scheduled call back date?

    <p>The Deputy Chief of Operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When personnel are released from their mandatory call back duty and a position becomes available, who is contacted first?

    <p>The employee scheduled for the mandatory call back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are Captain vacancies filled according to the guidelines?

    <p>By offering shifts to available Part-time and Full-time Captains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in filling District Chief vacancies?

    <p>Offering shifts to available Full-Time District Chiefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the procedure for mandatory call back?

    <p>Personnel are required to verify their availability a week in advance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Minimum Staffing & Mandatory Call Back (SFD.063)

    • Spring Fire Department (SFD) mandates minimum staffing levels for each fire station
    • Minimum staffing levels:
      • Station 70 (E71, R71, E72, E73, L74, L75, E76, E77, E78):
        • Officer, Driver, FF1, FF2 (Rehab)
      • Rescue 71: Minimum of three (3) personnel
      • Rehab 70: Minimum of an Apparatus Operator or acting Operator
    • Preferred crew size for suppression apparatus is four (4) personnel
    • Minimum staffing is crucial for emergency response
    • Open Position Filling:
      • First day of 48-hour tour: Responsibility of personnel on the oncoming shift
      • Second day of 48-hour tour: District Chief’s responsibility
      • Volunteers and Part-Time: Cannot be held over beyond scheduled hours
    • Shift Filling Process:
      • District Chief notifies personnel of vacancies
      • Personnel must find relief for the vacancy
      • Personnel cannot work over 72 consecutive hours without a minimum of 12 hours off
      • At the discretion of the Deputy Chief of Operations, personnel exceeding 72 hours CAN remain on duty
      • Personnel must attempt to fill positions with full-time, part-time, or volunteer personnel
      • If no relief is found, the District Chief will attempt to move personnel from other stations to meet minimum staffing requirements
      • If no personnel are available, personnel are held over
      • Held over personnel can continue to find relief for the remaining hours of the shift
    • Open Positions on the 2nd Day of a Tour of Duty/Mandatory Call Back:
      • Filled by the District Chief
      • If no personnel are available, off-duty personnel will be called back on a pre-assigned, alphabetical, mandatory call back calendar
      • Personnel are permitted to trade mandatory call back days with other personnel
      • Mandatory call back exceptions:
        • Out-of-town department business/training
        • Injury/medical leave/FMLA
      • Mandatory call back personnel must be available for contact from the District Chief until 0615
      • Failure to respond to mandatory call back will result in disciplinary action
    • Captain Positions:
      • Filled with available full-time and part-time captains
      • If no captains are available, personnel will act as the captain and roll the overtime down to the firefighter rank
      • Mandatory call back applies
    • District Chief Positions:
      • Filled with available full-time District Chiefs
      • If no District Chiefs are available, a senior captain or captain will act in the position and roll the overtime down to the firefighter rank

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    This quiz covers the Spring Fire Department's minimum staffing levels and protocols for ensuring adequate personnel at fire stations. It examines station-specific requirements, the open position filling process, and shift filling responsibilities. Understanding these procedures is essential for effective emergency response operations.

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