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What is the purpose of the NCFD single resource - overhead program?
What is the purpose of the NCFD single resource - overhead program?
- To complete the qualification process
- To ensure all members meet PTB requirements
- To participate in the Master Mutual Aid Agreement (correct)
- To provide resources for the State of California
Whose responsibility is it to ensure that all documents and certifications are current for the single resource program?
Whose responsibility is it to ensure that all documents and certifications are current for the single resource program?
- State of California
- Individual member seeking certification (correct)
- City of National City
- Department Program Manager
What is required before initiation of a PTB for positions requiring it?
What is required before initiation of a PTB for positions requiring it?
- All PTB requirements are met (correct)
- Position certification
- Submission of current certifications
- Completion of the CICCS Qualification Guide
Which document outlines policies and procedures commensurate with CICCS Qualification and FIRESCOPE?
Which document outlines policies and procedures commensurate with CICCS Qualification and FIRESCOPE?
Who should have a working knowledge of the reference material listed in the policy?
Who should have a working knowledge of the reference material listed in the policy?
What must be done by members seeking certification for participation in the single resource program?
What must be done by members seeking certification for participation in the single resource program?
What is the responsibility of the program manager in the qualification process?
What is the responsibility of the program manager in the qualification process?
What is the goal of including additional requirements beyond CICCS/FIRESCOPE in the qualification process?
What is the goal of including additional requirements beyond CICCS/FIRESCOPE in the qualification process?
What must be completed before initiating a task book for a position that requires it?
What must be completed before initiating a task book for a position that requires it?
What is required for members participating in positions requiring 'Arduous Level' physical fitness?
What is required for members participating in positions requiring 'Arduous Level' physical fitness?
What job experience is necessary to participate in REMS deployments?
What job experience is necessary to participate in REMS deployments?
Who is responsible for ensuring continued inclusion in the program by presenting proof of completion/compliance/currency?
Who is responsible for ensuring continued inclusion in the program by presenting proof of completion/compliance/currency?
What level of rope rescue certification is required for at least two members of the REMS team?
What level of rope rescue certification is required for at least two members of the REMS team?
How often must all members of the single resource – overhead program complete RT-130 training?
How often must all members of the single resource – overhead program complete RT-130 training?
What rating is required on the annual performance evaluation for participants in the program?
What rating is required on the annual performance evaluation for participants in the program?
Who has the authority to cease participation in the Single Resource Program?
Who has the authority to cease participation in the Single Resource Program?
How are single resource/overhead assignments managed in terms of maximum deployments at any one time?
How are single resource/overhead assignments managed in terms of maximum deployments at any one time?
Who is the only authorized department representative to request, inquire, or communicate with ECDC regarding resource requests?
Who is the only authorized department representative to request, inquire, or communicate with ECDC regarding resource requests?
What is the consequence of any unauthorized use of the department Cal-Card?
What is the consequence of any unauthorized use of the department Cal-Card?
What is the consequence of a member being unreachable or declining an assignment?
What is the consequence of a member being unreachable or declining an assignment?
When are participants required to ensure accurate payroll information is provided to the Duty BC?
When are participants required to ensure accurate payroll information is provided to the Duty BC?
What action should a participant take when accepting an assignment?
What action should a participant take when accepting an assignment?
What does 'portal to portal' compensation mean for participants during deployment?
What does 'portal to portal' compensation mean for participants during deployment?
What should participants obtain when accepting an assignment?
What should participants obtain when accepting an assignment?
How should deployed personnel handle expenses during an assignment?
How should deployed personnel handle expenses during an assignment?
What must participants do if there are significant changes to their situation during deployment?
What must participants do if there are significant changes to their situation during deployment?
Who should participants communicate travel information to before departure?
Who should participants communicate travel information to before departure?
When is documentation required to be submitted to the Single Resource Program Manager upon returning from an assignment?
When is documentation required to be submitted to the Single Resource Program Manager upon returning from an assignment?
What must participants do upon arrival at their home unit after demobilization?
What must participants do upon arrival at their home unit after demobilization?
What happens if a responding resource initiates travel arrangements without communicating with Duty BC?
What happens if a responding resource initiates travel arrangements without communicating with Duty BC?
What is the responsibility of the returning resource in relation to department equipment?
What is the responsibility of the returning resource in relation to department equipment?
Who should return the rental vehicle?
Who should return the rental vehicle?
What might lead to a member's suspension or removal from the single resource program?
What might lead to a member's suspension or removal from the single resource program?
Under what circumstances should a rental vehicle not be returned?
Under what circumstances should a rental vehicle not be returned?
What may cause a member to face discipline as per the National City Fire Department Discipline Manual?
What may cause a member to face discipline as per the National City Fire Department Discipline Manual?
Who reserves the right to remove participants from the voluntary program for causes not defined in these policies and procedures?
Who reserves the right to remove participants from the voluntary program for causes not defined in these policies and procedures?
What should be done with rental vehicles upon return?
What should be done with rental vehicles upon return?
What is expected of members regarding observing policies and procedures during deployment?
What is expected of members regarding observing policies and procedures during deployment?
When will home agency return arrivals after 2000 hrs. be handled?
When will home agency return arrivals after 2000 hrs. be handled?
What action can lead to reinstatement in the single resource program as per the text?
What action can lead to reinstatement in the single resource program as per the text?
