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What is the availability schedule for the Pet Microchip scanning service?
What is the availability schedule for the Pet Microchip scanning service?
What should personnel do before using the Pet Microchip Reader?
What should personnel do before using the Pet Microchip Reader?
Where should the scanning of animals occur?
Where should the scanning of animals occur?
What must be documented if a microchip number is found?
What must be documented if a microchip number is found?
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What action should be taken if an animal is not registered or the information is outdated?
What action should be taken if an animal is not registered or the information is outdated?
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What is required regarding the documentation of scanned lost animals?
What is required regarding the documentation of scanned lost animals?
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What should be done if an animal appears injured or in distress?
What should be done if an animal appears injured or in distress?
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How often should the Pet Microchip Reader be checked?
How often should the Pet Microchip Reader be checked?
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What should be done if an animal's microchip information is found to be out of date?
What should be done if an animal's microchip information is found to be out of date?
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Who provides the 24/7 monitored toll-free number for the chip’s manufacturer?
Who provides the 24/7 monitored toll-free number for the chip’s manufacturer?
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What information can a manufacturer provide about the owner of a lost animal?
What information can a manufacturer provide about the owner of a lost animal?
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What is required if there are multiple lost animals with one rescuer?
What is required if there are multiple lost animals with one rescuer?
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What should rescuer do to obtain registry information about the owner of a lost animal?
What should rescuer do to obtain registry information about the owner of a lost animal?
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Who primarily documents all scanned lost animals?
Who primarily documents all scanned lost animals?
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What kind of resource may the Public Information Officer use to help in the search for a lost animal?
What kind of resource may the Public Information Officer use to help in the search for a lost animal?
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When was the review date for the pet microchip program originally scheduled?
When was the review date for the pet microchip program originally scheduled?
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What is the primary purpose of the Pet Microchip Program at Spring Fire Department?
What is the primary purpose of the Pet Microchip Program at Spring Fire Department?
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Who is responsible for ensuring the Pet Microchip Readers are charged and checked?
Who is responsible for ensuring the Pet Microchip Readers are charged and checked?
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During which hours is the Pet Microchip scanning service typically available?
During which hours is the Pet Microchip scanning service typically available?
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What must an animal rescuer do before scanning an animal at the fire station?
What must an animal rescuer do before scanning an animal at the fire station?
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Where should the scanning of the animal take place according to the procedures?
Where should the scanning of the animal take place according to the procedures?
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What should be documented for each animal scanned?
What should be documented for each animal scanned?
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Which document contains the QR code that links to the AAHA microchip search page?
Which document contains the QR code that links to the AAHA microchip search page?
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Who approved the guidelines for the Pet Microchip Program?
Who approved the guidelines for the Pet Microchip Program?
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What should be entered in the microchip number field if no microchip number is found?
What should be entered in the microchip number field if no microchip number is found?
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Who should be contacted if an animal appears injured and requires assistance?
Who should be contacted if an animal appears injured and requires assistance?
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What happens to lost animal forms once they are completed?
What happens to lost animal forms once they are completed?
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Which is NOT a requirement when submitting lost animal forms?
Which is NOT a requirement when submitting lost animal forms?
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Which department is responsible for routine contact regarding immediate foster help?
Which department is responsible for routine contact regarding immediate foster help?
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What should be done if an animal is found in distress due to being injured?
What should be done if an animal is found in distress due to being injured?
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What is the primary function of the Communications and Outreach team in this program?
What is the primary function of the Communications and Outreach team in this program?
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What will happen if an animal is left at a station?
What will happen if an animal is left at a station?
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Study Notes
Spring Fire Department Pet Microchip Program
- This document outlines the procedures for Spring Fire Department's Pet Microchip Program.
- The program aims to reunite lost animals with their families.
- The service is generally available from 7 am to 9 pm, or at the company officer's discretion.
- All personnel involved with fire department operations at the station level, communications and outreach should follow the outlined procedures.
Pet Microchip Scanning
- Personnel must read the instruction manual before using the Pet Microchip Reader, which should be charged and checked once per shift.
- Animals must be leashed or in a carrier and scanning should be done outside by the rescuer's vehicle or in the station's foyer.
- Photos should be taken of each scanned animal.
- If a microchip number is found, it should be searched using the AAHA microchip search page to locate the manufacturer's toll-free number.
- If an animal is not registered or the information is outdated, a lost animal form should be filled out and submitted.
- All scanned lost animals must be documented through the lost animal form.
- If an animal appears injured or in distress, contact the SPCA for an animal ambulance.
Lost Animal Forms
- Lost animal forms are available via QR code on the chip case & reader.
- Forms are submitted to the Communications and Outreach team.
- Forms are used to maintain a database of lost animals brought to fire stations.
- Forms are not accepted via text or email, only submitted through the QR code on the chip case & reader.
Lost Animal Documentation
- Lost animals will leave the fire station with the rescuer.
- Animals are not allowed to stay at fire stations.
- If a microchip number is not found, put a 0 in the microchip number field on the form.
Injured Animals
- If an animal appears injured, is unable to eat or drink, or is in distress, contact the SPCA for an animal ambulance at 713-880-HELP (4357).
- For immediate foster help or questions, contact the Public Information Officer.
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This quiz covers the procedures involved in the Spring Fire Department's Pet Microchip Program. Participants will learn about the scanning process, proper handling of pets, and how to locate owners using microchip numbers. Understanding these guidelines is essential for effective animal reunification.
