Police Actions in Automobile Accidents

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According to the text, what should be done if PD is not present on the scene after 20 minutes?

  • Leave the scene immediately
  • Repeat request for PD response (correct)
  • Wait for PD on the scene for at least 10 more minutes
  • Contact the EMS Battalion Captain for help or advice

According to the text, when can the unit leave the scene?

  • If the EMS Battalion Captain advises to leave
  • If there is suspicion of crime or questionable circumstances
  • If the family is in agreement with being left alone with the body (correct)
  • If the body is in a public view

According to the text, what should be done if there is uncertainty about leaving the scene?

  • Repeat request for PD response
  • Wait for PD unit to arrive
  • Contact the EMS Battalion Captain for help or advice (correct)
  • Leave the scene immediately

According to the text, what should NOT be done if the body is in a public view?

<p>Leave the scene immediately (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, where can field termination guidelines be found?

<p>Chapter 11 of the EMS protocol manual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, when dispatch states 'police responding' or 'En Route', what does it mean?

<p>It means that our request is prioritized for a response. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring adherence to the policies?

<p>All personnel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a traffic accident where police have not arrived, what should the Fire-Rescue Department do?

<p>Make the scene safe, including moving vehicles if necessary. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can the scene be cleared in the case of a 'Dead on Arrival' (DOA) where the death appears to be due to natural causes?

<p>After requesting that the Police Department (PD) respond to the scene. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should police assistance be summoned if a Fire-Rescue Department unit or member feels physically threatened and requires immediate help?

<p>Call the Alarm Office and request police assistance using a '3' signal. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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