33 Questions
What should be done with the flags at fire stations in the event of a Line of Duty Death of a retired firefighter within Clark County?
Lowered to half-staff until the day following the funeral
What action should be taken regarding badges in the case of a Line of Duty Death of non-fire service personnel within Clark County?
Shrouded from the announcement until the day following the funeral
How long should flags be kept at half-staff at fire stations for a NON-Line of Duty Death involving an active member?
From the announcement until the day following the funeral
In what situation will entities be expected to provide support for funeral procession and services?
For both Line of Duty and NON-Line of Duty Deaths
What should departments do with their flags upon announcement of a non-fire service personnel's death in Clark County?
Lower them to half-staff until the day following the funeral
What is the appropriate action regarding flags at the fire stations in the event of a Line of Duty Death involving a member of your Fire Department?
Lower the flags to half-staff from the announcement of the death until the day following the funeral.
How long should badges be shrouded following the announcement of a Line of Duty Death in your Fire Department?
For 30 days.
What is expected from other entities in supporting funeral procession and services for a Line of Duty Death involving a member of another fire department within Clark County?
Provide at least one piece of apparatus and personnel.
What is the duration for which flags should be lowered at fire stations after the announcement of a Line of Duty Death involving a member of another fire department within Clark County?
Until after the funeral.
How long after the announcement of a Line of Duty Death in another fire department within Clark County should badges be shrouded?
Until after the funeral.
When should flags be displayed from sunrise to sunset?
Sunrise to sunset always
What is the correct position of the Flag of the United States of America when displayed with two other flags on poles of similar height?
On its own on the right
Which flag should be hoisted first and lowered last when multiple flags are being raised?
The Flag of the United States of America
What is the correct placement of the union on the Flag of the United States of America when viewed by the public?
Upper left hand side
In what scenario can a flag be flown 24 hours a day without illumination?
When illuminated
What action should be taken when damage may occur to a flag due to high winds?
Avoid flying the flag in high winds
Where should the Flag of the United States of America be positioned in relation to a speaker at an event?
At the speaker's right
If multiple flags are displayed on poles of similar height, how should other flags be arranged in relation to the Flag of the United States of America?
At its right
What is the protocol for lowering flags at fire stations in the event of a NON-Line of Duty Death involving an active member of another fire department within Clark County?
Flags will be lowered to half-staff only during the funeral.
What is the standard procedure for handling badges during a NON-Line of Duty Death that involves a retired member of a fire department in Clark County?
Badges will only be shrouded by personnel attending the funeral services.
What is the participation requirement for entities in supporting funeral procession and services for a NON-Line of Duty Death?
Entities must provide at least one piece of apparatus and personnel support.
What is considered a Line of Duty Death within the Fire Department?
Death while on duty or receiving treatment for duty-related injuries.
How long are badges shrouded following the death of a retired member due to a NON-Line of Duty cause?
Badges will remain shrouded until the funeral.
In case of a NON-Line of Duty Death involving an active member from another department, where should badges be shrouded?
Badges should be shrouded by personnel attending the funeral services.
What happens to flags at fire stations in case of a NON-Line of Duty Death involving an active member from another department?
Flags are half-staff only during the day of the funeral.
What is the procedure for badge shrouding according to the text?
A horizontal shrouding straight across the middle of the badge
When can a fire department member's death be acknowledged by lowering flags or shrouding badges?
Only if the death occurs while off duty and engaged in firefighting or EMS activities
What is the purpose of Fire Chiefs coming to a consensus on an appropriate procedure for special circumstances?
To ensure a consistent method for expressing condolences
In what manner should the badge be shrouded according to the flag/badge etiquette procedure?
With a horizontal line across the middle of the badge
What does the text say about acknowledging fire service or public safety personnel deaths outside of Clark County?
They will not be acknowledged with flag lowerings or badge shrouding
'Badge Shrouding' refers to which activity according to the text?
Covering the badge with a black cloth
'___ will come to consensus on an appropriate and consistent procedure for that incident.' Who or what fills in the blank?
All local fire departments' Fire Chiefs
'This is not intended to preclude departments from expressing condolences through other methods.' What does 'preclude' mean in this context?
'Prevent'
Test your knowledge on the standard operating procedures for flag and badge etiquette within the Southern Nevada Fire Operations department. This quiz covers general rules for respectful display and care of flags as outlined in SOP# SNFO-09.
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