Southern Manatee Fire Rescue District Directive NIMS Implementation
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Who is responsible for establishing Command at ALL incidents?

  • The ranking member of the first arriving company (correct)
  • The logistics officer
  • The highest-ranking Officer at the scene
  • The incident safety officer
  • When is Command officially established at an incident?

  • When the logistics officer arrives
  • When the incident safety officer arrives
  • When the highest-ranking Officer arrives
  • When a brief initial report is transmitted to ECC (correct)
  • What information should be included in the initial radio report when establishing Command at an incident?

  • Incident Commander's contact information
  • Location of the incident safety officer
  • Number of vehicles involved (correct)
  • Estimated response time of additional resources
  • What will the Incident Commander do upon completion of an incident?

    <p>Notify ECC that Command is terminated and who is now in-charge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are incidents designated to reduce confusion?

    <p>By giving each incident a specific name and location of the Command Post</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who determines if initial command activities will be conducted from a fixed position or simultaneously with other actions?

    <p>The Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be determined by the Incident Commander upon establishing Command at an incident?

    <p>The need for additional resources and request their dispatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the initial radio report when establishing Command at an incident?

    <p>Visible placards or markings at the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the radio designation for the Incident Commander during an incident?

    <p>Command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does Command terminate at an incident?

    <p>When relieved by a higher-ranking Officer, transfer of command, or when the incident is terminated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Directive mentioned in the text?

    <p>To outline the Southern Manatee Fire Rescue District's emergency response procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common element of NIMS for effective incident management?

    <p>IT Support Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NIMS provide for the management of various incidents?

    <p>A standard set of communication protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section may not be activated on every incident according to NIMS?

    <p>Liaison Officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What remains essentially the same regardless of the type of incident according to the text?

    <p>Command responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of NIMS in terms of integrating assisting agencies?

    <p>Standardize communication practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who makes the determination when a formal Public Information Officer is needed?

    <p>Incident Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a capital expenditure?

    <p>Purchase of land for a new fire station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When and how long is the fiscal year for SMFR?

    <p>October 1 to September 30, 12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What comprises the General fund of SMFR?

    <p>Property taxes and user fees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Ad Valorem tax?

    <p>A tax on the assessed value of real or personal property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the Fire Commissioners elected by?

    <p>General public</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of assessment is included on the annual property tax bill and is based on benefit received rather than property value?

    <p>Non-ad valorem assessments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances is a purchase of less than $1000 considered Board approved?

    <p>When it's a previously budgeted item</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the visitation hours for stations and administrative offices, respectively?

    <p>0900-2100 and 0730-1630</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the leave amount for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) eligibility?

    <p>12 weeks unpaid leave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

    <p>Career service employees and their family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of dress code does Class F represent in the Uniform Policy?

    <p>Jumpsuits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the limit for light duty assignments according to the Light Duty Assignment policy?

    <p>12 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the official custodian of all personnel records for employees under the jurisdiction of the Board of Fire Commissioners?

    <p>The Executive Management Assistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances are SMFR employees allowed to volunteer at other departments?

    <p>With Chief approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

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