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What are the eligibility criteria for Special Duty assignments?
What are the eligibility criteria for Special Duty assignments?
What compensation is members entitled to for honoring a subpoena?
What compensation is members entitled to for honoring a subpoena?
Which of the following activities is not considered in the course and scope of employment?
Which of the following activities is not considered in the course and scope of employment?
In what situation will members not be compensated for subpoenas?
In what situation will members not be compensated for subpoenas?
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Who has the discretion to approve Special Duty assignments?
Who has the discretion to approve Special Duty assignments?
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What items are members prohibited from possessing while on duty?
What items are members prohibited from possessing while on duty?
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Which of the following behaviors is NOT permitted regarding the operation of vehicles and equipment?
Which of the following behaviors is NOT permitted regarding the operation of vehicles and equipment?
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Who is responsible for determining the posting of official division communications?
Who is responsible for determining the posting of official division communications?
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What must be noted for communications to be authorized for posting besides specific approvals?
What must be noted for communications to be authorized for posting besides specific approvals?
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What type of communications does Local #67 IAFF have the right to post?
What type of communications does Local #67 IAFF have the right to post?
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Which of the following is explicitly prohibited on Division bulletin boards?
Which of the following is explicitly prohibited on Division bulletin boards?
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Which of the following is allowed for posting by Station Captains?
Which of the following is allowed for posting by Station Captains?
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What kind of notices can be posted after receiving approval from the Fire Chief?
What kind of notices can be posted after receiving approval from the Fire Chief?
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What must members obtain before presenting legislation to the State Legislature?
What must members obtain before presenting legislation to the State Legislature?
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Which ranks are affected by the communication policy regarding information sent to the Director of Public Safety Office?
Which ranks are affected by the communication policy regarding information sent to the Director of Public Safety Office?
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What does an absence of five consecutive working days without proper notification imply?
What does an absence of five consecutive working days without proper notification imply?
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Members are prohibited from being involved in which of the following activities?
Members are prohibited from being involved in which of the following activities?
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Who must be notified about communications sent to the Director of Public Safety Office?
Who must be notified about communications sent to the Director of Public Safety Office?
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Members are not allowed to join any organization that seeks to do what?
Members are not allowed to join any organization that seeks to do what?
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What is the stipulation regarding partisan electioneering for members?
What is the stipulation regarding partisan electioneering for members?
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What should a member do if they cannot attend work for five consecutive days?
What should a member do if they cannot attend work for five consecutive days?
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What is expected of occasions that justify variance from the Rules or Regulations?
What is expected of occasions that justify variance from the Rules or Regulations?
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What is the primary role of the officers in the Division of Fire?
What is the primary role of the officers in the Division of Fire?
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If a member deviates from established Division Procedures, they must notify whom?
If a member deviates from established Division Procedures, they must notify whom?
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What should Division members do if they notice consistent variances from established policies?
What should Division members do if they notice consistent variances from established policies?
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How are the procedures in the manual classified?
How are the procedures in the manual classified?
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What is the consequence for members who fail to comply with the provisions outlined?
What is the consequence for members who fail to comply with the provisions outlined?
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What is the expected nature of any variance or deviation from established procedures?
What is the expected nature of any variance or deviation from established procedures?
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What is the responsibility of officers regarding the Rules, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures?
What is the responsibility of officers regarding the Rules, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures?
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What should cellular phones and similar devices be set to while on duty?
What should cellular phones and similar devices be set to while on duty?
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Members must notify the Fire Chief about off-duty employment that could conflict with their duties at which point?
Members must notify the Fire Chief about off-duty employment that could conflict with their duties at which point?
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Which of the following best describes the availability of members for active duty?
Which of the following best describes the availability of members for active duty?
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What is expected of members when receiving orders from superiors?
What is expected of members when receiving orders from superiors?
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What constitutes insubordination among members?
What constitutes insubordination among members?
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When members receive a new order while under a previous order, what is the first action they should take?
When members receive a new order while under a previous order, what is the first action they should take?
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What is prohibited regarding the issuance of orders by members?
What is prohibited regarding the issuance of orders by members?
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What effort should members exert under all circumstances?
What effort should members exert under all circumstances?
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What should members do if they are exposed to a contagious disease while on duty?
What should members do if they are exposed to a contagious disease while on duty?
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What action should be taken if a member observes a dangerous building?
What action should be taken if a member observes a dangerous building?
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What could result in a member being deemed inefficient?
What could result in a member being deemed inefficient?
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What is the consequence for members who cause loss of life or excessive property damage through negligence?
What is the consequence for members who cause loss of life or excessive property damage through negligence?
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If a member receives orders from another member who is named, how should they treat these orders?
If a member receives orders from another member who is named, how should they treat these orders?
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What is required when a citizen wishes to lodge a complaint at a fire station?
What is required when a citizen wishes to lodge a complaint at a fire station?
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Which of the following behaviors is considered unacceptable for members?
Which of the following behaviors is considered unacceptable for members?
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What is the significance of following orders from the Fire Alarm Office?
What is the significance of following orders from the Fire Alarm Office?
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Flashcards
Division Procedures
Division Procedures
A set of guidelines for good operating practices within the fire division. They provide a framework for actions and decisions but are not intended to restrict members from using their judgment and initiative.
Variances from Division Procedures
Variances from Division Procedures
Decisions or actions that deviate from the established Division Procedures.
Reporting Variances from Procedures
Reporting Variances from Procedures
Officers and other members have the responsibility to monitor and address any deviations from established rules and procedures.
Accountability for Deviating from Procedures
Accountability for Deviating from Procedures
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Reporting Consistent or Repeated Variances
Reporting Consistent or Repeated Variances
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Regular Review of Division Rules
Regular Review of Division Rules
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Adhering to Division Rules as City Admin
Adhering to Division Rules as City Admin
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Supervisory Role of Officers
Supervisory Role of Officers
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Joining Organizations
Joining Organizations
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Legislative Lobbying
Legislative Lobbying
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Direct Communication
Direct Communication
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Communication Reporting
Communication Reporting
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Unjustified Absence
Unjustified Absence
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Political Conventions
Political Conventions
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Political Campaigning
Political Campaigning
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Voting Rights
Voting Rights
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Unauthorized Weapons
Unauthorized Weapons
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Following Division Rules
Following Division Rules
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Property Care
Property Care
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Bulletin Board Posting
Bulletin Board Posting
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Station Captain Posting
Station Captain Posting
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Union Posting
Union Posting
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Other Posting
Other Posting
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Unauthorized Posting
Unauthorized Posting
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Always available for duty
Always available for duty
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Chain of command
Chain of command
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Obeying orders without question
Obeying orders without question
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Handling conflicting orders
Handling conflicting orders
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Avoiding overstepping authority
Avoiding overstepping authority
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Protection against improper orders
Protection against improper orders
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Exerting maximum effort
Exerting maximum effort
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Disclosure of employment or business activities
Disclosure of employment or business activities
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What are firefighters prohibited from doing?
What are firefighters prohibited from doing?
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What happens if a firefighter repeatedly makes poor decisions?
What happens if a firefighter repeatedly makes poor decisions?
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What is expected from firefighters regarding knowledge and learning?
What is expected from firefighters regarding knowledge and learning?
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What information are firefighters required to report?
What information are firefighters required to report?
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What must firefighters do when exposed to a contagious disease on duty?
What must firefighters do when exposed to a contagious disease on duty?
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What is the relationship between firefighters and the Fire Alarm Office?
What is the relationship between firefighters and the Fire Alarm Office?
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What is the responsibility of firefighters regarding orders from other members?
What is the responsibility of firefighters regarding orders from other members?
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What other responsibilities do firefighters have?
What other responsibilities do firefighters have?
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Firefighter Extracurricular Activities
Firefighter Extracurricular Activities
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Special Duty Assignments
Special Duty Assignments
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Subpoena Procedures
Subpoena Procedures
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Subpoena Procedures & Overtime
Subpoena Procedures & Overtime
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Study Notes
Systems Manual - Columbus Division of Fire
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Foreword: This manual contains the Division of Fire's Rules, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures, as approved by the Director of Public Safety and the Fire Chief. It also includes procedures for routine and non-emergency business.
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Division of Fire Mission Statement: To serve the community by preventing emergencies through education and inspection, minimizing injury, death, property destruction due to fire, natural disasters, and other emergencies, and minimizing injury, death, and suffering by providing timely and effective emergency medical service.
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A Firefighter's Code of Ethics: Fundamental duty is service to mankind. Responsibility to safeguard and preserve life and property must be upheld. Proficiency in chosen profession; constant pursuit of new methods and dissemination of knowledge and skills is required. Personal feelings or danger to self should not deter performance of duty. Should uphold the laws of community and country. The badge of office represents public trust. Constant dedication to chosen profession and noble goals is required.
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Division of Fire Organization Charts: Provides a visual representation of the organizational structure of the Division of Fire. A chart for both the Executive Staff and the Office of the Chief are included in these notes. Other organization charts are included in the document but are not summarized.
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Rules, Regulations and General Code of Personal Conduct: Section 200 outlines the authority, departments, general powers and duties of director, officers etc. Furthermore, general conduct and specific procedures are also outlined
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General Policies and Procedures: Section 300 covers Staff Distribution, Delegation of Authority, Doctrine of Completed Staff Work, Transfer Policy, Temporary Transfer Policy, Grooming Code, Smoking Policy, and Promotion procedures. (and further sections)
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Rules and Regulations Governing Fire Station Personnel: Section 400 covers General Fire Station Rules, Station Captains, Company Commanders, Roll Call, Division Daily Routine, Fire Station Communications, Fire Station Visits, Snow Removal, Overhead Doors, Parking Apparatus, Fire Station Expense Fund, Laundry Procedures, and Air Cascade Systems. Further sections are present.
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Division Inspection Policies: Section 500 outlines the variety of inspection types, including Regular Company Inspections, Permit and License Inspections, High-Rise Building Inspections, Familiarization Inspections, Residential Inspections, Special Inspections, Complaint and Request Inspections, and Re-inspections.
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Division Maintenance Policy: Section 600 covers Hose and Equipment Identification, Apparatus, Supplementary Apparatus, Tools and Equipment, Power Tools and Equipment, Boats, Motors, Salvage Covers, Ropes, Radiation Instruments fire Hydrant Inspections. (and further sections)
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Division Personnel Policy: Division policies relating to personnel, such as overtime, sick leave, and travel. (and further sections)
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Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures Section 800 covers definitions of policy statement/program overview, including applicability, medical review, testing procedures, prohibited conduct and procedures in case of positive results. (and further sections)
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Division Computer Policy: Section 356 describes rules regarding the use of computers, specific procedures concerning the use of network resources and software installed on division computers, and Internet Policy.
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Division Support of Charities: Section 360 details policy on the support of charitable organizations.
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Division Support of Public Events: Policy regarding promotion of services/products in fire station.
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Safety and Health: Section 364 covers safety and health hazards and procedures.
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Employee Suggestion Policy: Section 326 regarding the encouraging of suggestions for improvement. Policy on the procedures surrounding the submission and processing of those suggestions.
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Media Relations: Section 208 regarding media access policies and procedures.
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Emergency Scene Media: Section 210 describing standard operating procedures for media relations on emergency scenes.
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Scope of Employment: Section 212 (and related sections) regarding off-duty firefighter involvement and scope of job duties.
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Subpoena Procedures: Section 230 describes procedures for responding to subpoenas for division members.
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Division Payroll Procedures: Section 704 covering bi-weekly payment methodology.
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Division Vacation Procedures: Section 702 covering Division vacation policies and procedures and rules.
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Call-in and Overtime Procedures: Section 706 outlines the call-in and overtime procedures.
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Late for Duty Procedures: Section 710 addressing penalties for being late, including specifics like duration and documentation.
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Sick and Injury Leave – General Provisions: 712.00 – Sick and Injury Leave policy within the city of Columbus, details of what is and is not covered
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Comprehensive List of Other Policies and Procedures: The document lists numerous additional policies and procedures not detailed, covering topics like uniforms, courtroom procedures regarding division, fire station operations, staff work and several other miscellaneous items.
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