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According to the Move Up Policy, under what circumstance would Southwest Regional Communications Center dispatch a MICU move-up within the Tri-City area?
According to the Move Up Policy, under what circumstance would Southwest Regional Communications Center dispatch a MICU move-up within the Tri-City area?
- On special request from a Chief Officer (Battalion Chief or higher). (correct)
- When all available resources in a City are depleted.
- If a City has an engine company available, but no MICU’s.
- Whenever requested by any Fire Chief.
In the context of the Move Up Policy, what is meant by 'Fill - In's' under the Dallas County Mutual Aid Plan?
In the context of the Move Up Policy, what is meant by 'Fill - In's' under the Dallas County Mutual Aid Plan?
- Dispatching additional resources to other counties.
- Providing backup support during training exercises.
- Deploying specialized equipment units for emergency response.
- Moving resources temporarily to substitute for depleted resources in a different area. (correct)
Which type of unit would be dispatched if a City has an engine company available but no MICUs during an EMS Incident?
Which type of unit would be dispatched if a City has an engine company available but no MICUs during an EMS Incident?
- The closest MICU only.
- Both the closest ALS Engine and MICU from the Tri-City area. (correct)
- No units would be dispatched.
- The closest ALS Engine only.
What is the procedure for committing all Fire resources in order to receive a move-up engine company according to the policy?
What is the procedure for committing all Fire resources in order to receive a move-up engine company according to the policy?
When do MICU move-ups not occur according to the Move Up Policy?
When do MICU move-ups not occur according to the Move Up Policy?
Who has the authority to request a MICU move-up within the Tri-City area under special circumstances?
Who has the authority to request a MICU move-up within the Tri-City area under special circumstances?