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What will the PIO do regarding the cause of a fire?
What will the PIO do regarding the cause of a fire?
- Release it only if confirmed by the incident commander
- Release it if confirmed by the fire investigator, law enforcement investigator, or incident commander (correct)
- Release it without confirmation
- Release it as suspicious
How is an incident reported if the cause of a fire has not been determined?
How is an incident reported if the cause of a fire has not been determined?
- Reported as suspicious
- Not reported at all
- Reported as 'not determined'
- Reported as 'under investigation' (correct)
What information will not be released concerning a minor involved in a crime or accidental fire?
What information will not be released concerning a minor involved in a crime or accidental fire?
- Cause of the fire caused by the minor
- Age of the minor
- All identifying information about the minor (correct)
- Name of the minor
How should media personnel be treated in terms of access to controlled areas?
How should media personnel be treated in terms of access to controlled areas?
Do media representatives have the right to enter private property?
Do media representatives have the right to enter private property?
Who can provide approval for the release of information regarding the cause of a fire?
Who can provide approval for the release of information regarding the cause of a fire?
What should Department personnel ensure regarding media personnel?
What should Department personnel ensure regarding media personnel?
What is NOT reported if a cause has not been determined?
What is NOT reported if a cause has not been determined?
Who is responsible for approving the content of all information to be released by the Fire Rescue PIO?
Who is responsible for approving the content of all information to be released by the Fire Rescue PIO?
When can media requests for 'ride-alongs' or access to Department facilities be approved?
When can media requests for 'ride-alongs' or access to Department facilities be approved?
Which position performs duties consistent with the NIMS ICS system procedures according to the text?
Which position performs duties consistent with the NIMS ICS system procedures according to the text?
Under what circumstances may Chief officers request the response of a PIO according to the text?
Under what circumstances may Chief officers request the response of a PIO according to the text?
What information may be released by the PIO for 'medical emergencies' not involving a vehicle accident or fire?
What information may be released by the PIO for 'medical emergencies' not involving a vehicle accident or fire?
When will media requests for information be referred to Fire Rescue Administration according to the text?
When will media requests for information be referred to Fire Rescue Administration according to the text?
Who may assume the role of PIO at an incident until determining the need for the department PIO to respond?
Who may assume the role of PIO at an incident until determining the need for the department PIO to respond?
What is the purpose of the St. Johns County Fire Rescue SOP Chapter 4 Policy Guidance?
What is the purpose of the St. Johns County Fire Rescue SOP Chapter 4 Policy Guidance?
Which document(s) outline the rules, responsibilities, and benefits for personnel covered under collective bargaining?
Which document(s) outline the rules, responsibilities, and benefits for personnel covered under collective bargaining?
Which document(s) outline the rules and responsibilities for personnel not covered under collective bargaining?
Which document(s) outline the rules and responsibilities for personnel not covered under collective bargaining?
Under which article of the State of Florida Constitution is the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County organized?
Under which article of the State of Florida Constitution is the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County organized?
What type of county is St. Johns County?
What type of county is St. Johns County?
How many commission members are on the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County?
How many commission members are on the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County?
How are the commission members of the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County elected?
How are the commission members of the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County elected?
What is the term of office for the commission members of the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County?
What is the term of office for the commission members of the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County?
According to the administrative chain of command, who has the highest authority?
According to the administrative chain of command, who has the highest authority?
If an immediate supervisor is unavailable, who should an employee report to?
If an immediate supervisor is unavailable, who should an employee report to?
Which statement about the administrative chain of command is true?
Which statement about the administrative chain of command is true?
For the purposes of assuming command at an incident, who has the highest seniority?
For the purposes of assuming command at an incident, who has the highest seniority?
Who has the final decision authority on patient treatment issues at emergency medical incidents?
Who has the final decision authority on patient treatment issues at emergency medical incidents?
Which of the following incidents should be reported to the Battalion Chief or designee?
Which of the following incidents should be reported to the Battalion Chief or designee?
What system does St. Johns County Fire Rescue operate under for management of operations at emergency incidents?
What system does St. Johns County Fire Rescue operate under for management of operations at emergency incidents?
Which statement is true regarding company integrity?
Which statement is true regarding company integrity?
Which of the following is the purpose of the supervisory notifications policy?
Which of the following is the purpose of the supervisory notifications policy?
What does the text say about the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement?
What does the text say about the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement?
What is the intent and purpose of a collective bargaining agreement?
What is the intent and purpose of a collective bargaining agreement?
What does the text say about the County Administrator's authority to make changes to the Administrative Code?
What does the text say about the County Administrator's authority to make changes to the Administrative Code?
What is the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement?
What is the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement?
What does the text say about the personnel covered by the SJCFR Policy Manual?
What does the text say about the personnel covered by the SJCFR Policy Manual?
What is the primary purpose of the County's rights and functions of management as outlined in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the County's rights and functions of management as outlined in the text?
What does the text say about the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement when there is a conflict?
What does the text say about the relationship between the SJCFR Policy Manual and the County Administrative Code or collective bargaining agreement when there is a conflict?
Study Notes
Major Incident Definition
- A major incident is defined as any incident that:
- Involves units from more than three stations
- Requires mutual aid from other counties
- Is expected to last more than four hours
- Requires evacuation of residents or shutdown of major roadways
- Involves "special operations" type responses of County and/or other agencies
Press Releases and Public Information
- Purpose: To ensure timely and accurate information is provided to the public, especially through the news media
- Scope: All fire rescue personnel
- General information requests will be referred to Fire Rescue Administration
- After-hour requests will be forwarded to the department Public Information Officer (PIO) or an on-duty Battalion Chief
Public Information Officer (PIO) Functions
- The PIO is a position with defined duties and responsibilities established in the ICS system
- The PIO reports directly to the Incident Commander and is responsible for releasing information to the public
- The PIO may limit the release of information to protect patient confidentiality, prevent identification of minors, and ensure swift and effective response to incidents
Incident PIO's Responsibilities
- Limit the release of information to:
- Basic information for medical emergencies (e.g., units responding, general area, confirmation of call)
- Number and general condition of patients for multiple patient incidents (e.g., "3 critical, 10 minor injuries")
- Information about the size of a wildfire, hazardous materials release, or recommended evacuations
- Any information that informs the public of the need to take protective actions or avoid disruption of emergency response activities
St. Johns County Administrative Codes and Collective Bargaining Agreements
- The County Administrative Code outlines the duties and responsibilities of the County Administrator
- The collective bargaining agreement governs wages, hours, and working conditions of employees in certified bargaining units
- The intent of the collective bargaining agreement is to agree on rates of pay, wages, hours of employment, and terms and conditions of employment
SJCFR Policy Manuals and Supporting Manuals
- The SJCFR Policy Manual provides direction to all SJCFR Department personnel in the performance of their job duties
- The Policy Manual will follow applicable County Administrative Code and current collective bargaining agreement for covered positions
- Where conflicts exist, the County Administrative Code and/or collective bargaining agreement will govern
Fire Rescue Chain of Command
- The chain of command is:
- County Administrator
- Fire Rescue Chief
- Assistant Chief
- Appropriate Section Chief or Deputy Chief
- Battalion Chief
- Captain or Lieutenant in assigned district
- Engineer
- Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic
Incidents Requiring Supervisor Notification
- Any incident resulting in:
- Accidents or injuries to personnel or civilians
- Fire-related injuries or deaths
- Damage or theft of equipment
- Citizen complaints
- Exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens
- Other incidents requiring notification will be reported to the Battalion Chief (or designee) as soon as possible
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Test your knowledge on the Policy Guidance outlined in Chapter 4 of St. Johns County Fire Rescue Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Questions cover the purpose, scope, and key details of the policy guidance document.
