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According to the provided guidelines, where is the primary passport typically maintained?
According to the provided guidelines, where is the primary passport typically maintained?
What is the specified color for a Unit ID tag designated for a Rescue unit?
What is the specified color for a Unit ID tag designated for a Rescue unit?
What is the minimum information required on a name tag according to the provided guidelines?
What is the minimum information required on a name tag according to the provided guidelines?
What is the primary responsibility of the Company Officer regarding personnel accountability during a shift?
What is the primary responsibility of the Company Officer regarding personnel accountability during a shift?
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What are the specified dimensions for both the primary and backup passports?
What are the specified dimensions for both the primary and backup passports?
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Which of the following best describes the correct procedure to follow when a crew member changes unit assignments during a shift?
Which of the following best describes the correct procedure to follow when a crew member changes unit assignments during a shift?
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According to the guidelines, what color should a name tag be for a Paramedic?
According to the guidelines, what color should a name tag be for a Paramedic?
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What is the unique characteristic of a backup passport that differs from a primary passport?
What is the unique characteristic of a backup passport that differs from a primary passport?
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When operating within an IDLH environment, what is the primary method for personnel to maintain contact with their company?
When operating within an IDLH environment, what is the primary method for personnel to maintain contact with their company?
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In an IDLH environment, which information must be recorded by the person responsible for unit accountability when personnel enter or exit?
In an IDLH environment, which information must be recorded by the person responsible for unit accountability when personnel enter or exit?
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What title is given to the person responsible for managing access control at Special Operations or TRT incidents?
What title is given to the person responsible for managing access control at Special Operations or TRT incidents?
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Which of the following best defines a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)?
Which of the following best defines a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)?
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What is the first piece of information to be verbally relayed during a PAR?
What is the first piece of information to be verbally relayed during a PAR?
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Under which of the following circumstances should a PAR be conducted?
Under which of the following circumstances should a PAR be conducted?
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Upon release of a unit from an incident, what is the responsibility of the company officer with the unit's passport?
Upon release of a unit from an incident, what is the responsibility of the company officer with the unit's passport?
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Who is responsible for logging the initiation and completion of a PAR in the incident history?
Who is responsible for logging the initiation and completion of a PAR in the incident history?
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How many name tags should be kept on the underside of each firefighter's helmet when not in use?
How many name tags should be kept on the underside of each firefighter's helmet when not in use?
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What color are Driver Operator helmet shields?
What color are Driver Operator helmet shields?
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What color are Firefighter helmet shields?
What color are Firefighter helmet shields?
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What color is a Special Operations helmet tag?
What color is a Special Operations helmet tag?
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What color is the text on a Rescue helmet tag?
What color is the text on a Rescue helmet tag?
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What is the responsibility of all personnel regarding accountability?
What is the responsibility of all personnel regarding accountability?
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Who is responsible for updating the passport when personnel change apparatus or location during a shift?
Who is responsible for updating the passport when personnel change apparatus or location during a shift?
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When is personnel accountability tracked?
When is personnel accountability tracked?
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When working away from their Company, where should a Driver Operator place their name tag?
When working away from their Company, where should a Driver Operator place their name tag?
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When a Division or Group is made, where is the Unit ID tag moved from?
When a Division or Group is made, where is the Unit ID tag moved from?
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What is one of the Incident Commander's responsibilities regarding personnel?
What is one of the Incident Commander's responsibilities regarding personnel?
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Special Operation Units, when requested as a Special Operations Team, should be kept as what?
Special Operation Units, when requested as a Special Operations Team, should be kept as what?
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What is the minimum company size?
What is the minimum company size?
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Who shall a Fire Rescue personnel receive orders from?
Who shall a Fire Rescue personnel receive orders from?
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When a company enters an IDLH environment, what must be communicated?
When a company enters an IDLH environment, what must be communicated?
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Study Notes
Personnel Accountability System (SOG 220-01)
- Purpose: Establish countywide standard for tracking personnel, units, and company assignments during emergencies.
- Authority: Fire Rescue Administrator, Fire Chiefs Association of the Palm Beaches, NFPA 1500, 1561, National Incident Management System (FEMA), Florida Field Operations Guide (Oct 2012).
- Scope: Applies to all Emergency Operations personnel and Reserves.
Non-Emergency Procedures
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Personnel Accountability:
- Responsibility: Company and Chief Officers enforce.
- Shift Start: Attach name tags to primary & backup passports, helmet tag to helmet.
- Officer Duties: Ensure accountability components (passports, roster) are checked, available, and used correctly. Enforce SOG compliance.
- Personnel Change: Update passport, backup passport, helmet tag, and roster if location/unit changes.
Passport Specifications
- Primary Passport: 2" x 4", flexible, Velcro, under helmet brim.
- Backup Passport: 2" x 4", rigid, Velcro, inside vehicle (officer's side).
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Unit ID Tags: ½" x 2", Velcro, engraved unit ID, color-coded.
- Colors: White (Chief), Red (Engine), Blue (Rescue), Green (Brush), Black (Aerials/Special Operations/Tenders/Light & Air).
Name Tag Specifications
- Size: 3/8" x 2", hook Velcro, color-coded by rank, last name minimum.
- Colors: White (Battalion Chief+), Red (EMS Captain/Operational Captain), Red (Lieutenant) with "Lt" prefix, Blue (Paramedics), Black (Driver Operator), Yellow (Firefighters).
- Quantity: 4 tags on each firefighter helmet (when not in use).
Helmet Shield Specifications
- Helmet Shields: Position, background & displayed information, helmet tag requirements.
- Specifics: Different color backgrounds and engraved text based on rank and specialty
Helmet Tags
- Helmet Tags: Helmet tags are attached to helmet shields and color coded by rank & specialty
Emergency Procedures
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General:
- Active participation in the system, needed for safety.
- Duty to check into system before responding or working.
- Company officers update passports if personnel change units.
- Adherence to Incident Command System.
- Passport holder only provides orders.
- Personnel accountability during IDLH (Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health) environments.
Incident Commanders
- Duties: Account for all Fire Rescue personnel; Utilize the Passport System, account for all personnel regardless of conditions; Assign an Accountability Officer if needed; Utilize Incident Command board for management, and other functions); Keep Companies intact, if split, ensure continued accountability.
Company Officers
- Minimum Personnel: 2 personnel
- Command Structure: Receive orders only from the passport holder, special exceptions for Safety Officers.
- Company Supervision: Know the identity, location, tactical assignment, and time of assignment of personnel under their supervision.
- IDLH Communication: Notify communication center, Incident Commander or passport holder when entering/exiting.
Firefighter Responsibilities
- IDLH Environment: Portable radio needed, stay together.
Accountability Officer
- Duties: Manage personnel accountability at the incident; Receive passorts, Record entries/exits in IDLH, Maintain awareness and respond to accountability duties, maintain site access at special operations/TRT incidents.
Personnel Accountability Report (PAR)
- Purpose: Accountability check of all personnel.
- Request: Incident Commander requests "Emergency Traffic".
- Information: Relay unit, personnel count, and location.
- Timing: Perform for any "Mayday" and as determined by the Incident Commander or Incident Safety Officer.
- Followup: Incident commander notifies communication center of PAR completion.
Incident Release
- Passport Return: Company officers ensure passport is returned to correct location upon release.
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This quiz focuses on the Personnel Accountability System outlined in SOG 220-01, tailored for Emergency Operations personnel. It covers the responsibilities, procedures, and compliance required for effective tracking during emergencies. Test your knowledge on the protocols and practices put in place by the Fire Chiefs Association and relevant authorities.
