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Which of the following talkgroups is used for communications between companies, chief officers, Fire Liaisons and Investigators?
Which of the following talkgroups is used for communications between companies, chief officers, Fire Liaisons and Investigators?
Which talkgroup is primarily used for Public Safety and Fire/Rescue units?
Which talkgroup is primarily used for Public Safety and Fire/Rescue units?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the simplex channels?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the simplex channels?
Which talkgroup is used for communication with the SIMPLEX bridge?
Which talkgroup is used for communication with the SIMPLEX bridge?
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When contacting the Fire Liaison, which talkgroup should be used?
When contacting the Fire Liaison, which talkgroup should be used?
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Flashcards
C. OPS 1
C. OPS 1
Primary tactical radio group used for low-complexity incidents, staffed 24/7.
OPS Talkgroups
OPS Talkgroups
Groups OPS1 to OPS12 are assigned based on incident type, used for multi-responder events.
PFB TALK
PFB TALK
Semi-secure administrative talkgroup for PF&R communications, not monitored by other radios.
Simplex Channels
Simplex Channels
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Fire Liaison Monitoring
Fire Liaison Monitoring
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Study Notes
Radio Communication Protocols
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OPS 1 (primary tactical talkgroup): Staffed 24/7, used for low-complexity incidents (Fire, Community Health, AMR) with limited radio traffic.
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OPS 2-12 (multi-responder incidents): Staffed as needed, managing complex incidents or special events. Typically assigned by Dispatch but follows specific guidelines for different units (e.g., OPS2, OPS3 - majority PF&R units, OPS6 - pin-ins, rollovers, marine).
Private Talk Groups
- PFB TALK (semi-secure administrative): Exclusive to PF&R radios. Can be used for administrative traffic and communications between companies, Chief Officers, Fire Liaisons, and investigators (e.g., semi-private communications for certain tasks). Monitored by Fire Liaison during office hours (0600-1800) and during major alarms.
Simplex Channels
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Four simplex channels are available for direct radio-to-radio communications without using the radio system. Limited to the immediate area of the radio use. Not monitored by Fire Dispatch. No special authorization needed for use.
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Fire Liaison is required to monitor multiple talkgroups at all times. When contacting the Fire Liaison, indicate the talkgroup being used (e.g., "Fire Liaison 124 from E-2 on PFB TALK").
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Description
This quiz covers the essential radio communication protocols used in tactical operations, including OPS talkgroups, private talk groups, and simplex channels. It is designed to assess understanding of how these systems function in various incident scenarios. Perfect for emergency response personnel looking to enhance their communication skills.
