FR-O-501 Daily Work Schedule for Operations

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What is the responsibility of personnel regarding pagers at shift change?

To exchange their pagers before being officially relieved. (correct)
To keep their personal devices instead of pagers.
To carry pagers only during emergency calls.
To leave their pagers at the station until their next shift.

Which item is NOT part of the thorough inspection of emergency response vehicles each morning?

Inspecting food supplies (correct)
Checking fuel levels
Wiping down door handles
Cleaning windows inside and out

What documentation is required for missing or broken items during vehicle inspection?

An email to the Support Services Division
A note in the station logbook (correct)
A public announcement at the station
A verbal report to the Chief

Who is responsible for ensuring all Fire Rescue vehicles in their station are checked out daily?

The Operational Captain (C) Signup and view all the answers

During the vehicle inspection, what must be done if controlled substances are present?

Both on-coming and off-going Paramedics must check and sign for them. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for making a single trip to the store?

Only one unit from each station is allowed a single trip. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT required to be included in the vehicle inspection checklist?

Preparing a meal plan for the day (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which section describes the procedure for exchanging smartphones at shift change?

Personnel Responsibilities (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is NOT included in the definition of Physical Fitness Training?

Swimming (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must personnel do while performing physical fitness training?

Monitor the radio and keep their pager with them (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Operational Captain regarding Fire Safety Inspections?

Ensure the inspections are conducted with the Building Representative's participation (C) Signup and view all the answers

During which time frame is sleeping allowed for 24-hour shift personnel?

1800 - 0700 hours (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must personnel do after completing physical fitness training?

Return to uniform as soon as possible (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for conducting Fire Safety Inspections?

The Rescue unit must accompany if in either/or configuration (B) Signup and view all the answers

When can physical training be performed during the day?

Any time after vehicle and equipment inspections are completed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do with the apparatus during Inspections/Quick Access Surveys?

Shut down the apparatus when parked (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who must approve the time and location of a trip within the primary response zone?

The Operational Captain (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a crew member to leave the vehicle while purchasing meals?

Staying in the vehicle for readiness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule regarding parking Fire Rescue vehicles during non-emergency trips?

Vehicles are not permitted to park in designated Fire Lanes (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances are personnel from operational units permitted to eat in restaurants?

If approved by the District Chief (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when a unit is dispatched to an emergency incident while parked at a store?

The crew member should proceed to the truck for communication (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who should ideally be utilized for scheduled move-ups to maintain readiness?

The Battalion Chief, EMS Captain, or Light Duty personnel (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the crew member in the vehicle regarding communication while at a restaurant?

They should maintain contact via portable radio on TAC channel (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to maintain operational vehicle readiness while parked at a store?

Shut down the apparatus when parked (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Operational Captain regarding crew training?

To ensure units arrive on time for scheduled training (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if sleeping is authorized outside of identified times?

One crew member must remain awake and outside of the bunk room (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required before crews can watch television during the work week?

Approval of the Operational Captain and completed assignments (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Operational Captain?

Handling emergency walk-ins during the night shift (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the designated wake-up call time stated in the guidelines?

0700 hours (D) Signup and view all the answers

What must be documented by the Operational Captain regarding station training?

Training records in the Fire Rescue approved log program (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is included in the responsibilities of the Operational Captain related to facilities?

Ensuring facilities and equipment are in a clean state of professional readiness (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the supersession history is indicated in the provided content?

All changes were clerical in nature (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Operational Captain regarding the parking of personal vehicles?

To ensure personal vehicles are parked in approved spaces. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How often should the Operational Captain conduct a daily briefing?

Every shift or day with all crew members. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should the Operational Captain do if the attributes and asset/AVL numbers do not match the Communication Center's records?

Notify the Communication Center for corrections. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of Level One Accountability for the Operational Captain?

To confirm that units are rostered with the correct personnel. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of operational personnel during their shift?

Tracking personal vehicle maintenance. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should the station logbook be used for by the Operational Captain?

Documentation of the daily briefing and pass down reports. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the immediate action required by the Operational Captain upon discovering staffing changes during a shift?

To update personnel assignments in the accountability system. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which element must match according to the Operational Captain's responsibilities?

Personnel assignments and corresponding asset/AVL numbers. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Level One Accountability

Ensuring assigned personnel are accounted for and staffing changes are updated during shifts.

Shift Change Exchange

Exchange pagers and smartphones with the relieving personnel before being officially relieved.