Department Owned Vehicle Use Policy (Hard)

What is a primary responsibility of each officer regarding the Department Owned Vehicle Use Policy?

For what reason can department owned vehicles be used outside SFD territory?

Who is permitted to operate or ride in department owned vehicles?

What is the minimum fuel level that must be maintained in department vehicles?

What must be done regularly by the person to whom a department vehicle is assigned?

What is a restriction placed on the use of department vehicles for personal employment purposes?

What action can be taken regarding fuel and mileage logs?

What does the policy state about the cleanliness of department vehicles?

Department Owned Vehicle Use Policy

The Spring Fire Department (SFD) uses this policy to guide the operation of department-owned vehicles.
All SFD members, regardless of district, must follow this policy.
Each officer is responsible for making sure the members under their supervision follow the policy.
All members are required to familiarize themselves with the policy and adhere to its guidelines.
The policy applies to all members of the SFD.
The executive committee reviews this policy annually to ensure its accuracy.
Department-owned vehicles can be used for conducting departmental business and serving the community.
Members can’t drive department vehicles outside SFD territory without prior approval from the Fire Chief. This exception only applies if the use of the vehicle directly benefits the department.
Only active SFD personnel are permitted to drive or ride in department-owned vehicles.
Individuals unaffiliated with SFD are prohibited from riding in department vehicles.
Department vehicles can be driven to and from places of employment only if the officer can leave their workplace to respond to an emergency.
The fuel tank must not fall below half a tank.
The person assigned to a department vehicle is responsible for regular maintenance.
The inside and outside of the vehicle must be kept clean.
The ESD can audit fuel and mileage logs at their discretion.

Test your knowledge of the Spring Fire Department's policies regarding the use of department-owned vehicles. This quiz covers the guidelines all members must adhere to for operating these vehicles. Ensure you understand the responsibilities and limitations set forth by the department.