222 Standard Operating Guidelines: Department Commendation & Service Awards

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What is the second highest award that a uniformed member can receive according to the text?

Distinguished Service Award

Meritorious Service Award

Service bar award

Medal of Valor Award (correct)

Which award is presented to a firefighter who receives an injury inflicted by another person in the line of duty?

Medal of Valor Award

Purple Heart Award (correct)

Meritorious Service Award

Distinguished Service Award

In what setting are Department awards typically presented?

At a public ceremony in the community

During regular Department meetings

At the Annual Department Awards Banquet (correct)

At the Department headquarters

Which award is given to a uniformed member for an act demonstrating an exceptional level of professionalism during an emergency?

Meritorious Service Award Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is the Medal of Valor Award presented according to the text?

For courageously risking one's life to save another under hazardous conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is the eligibility criteria to receive the Life Saving Award?

Directly impacting life-saving efforts during a fire, rescue, or EMS situation Signup and view all the answers

What condition must the individual meet to qualify as a life saved for the Life Saving Award?

Being awake and aware of their surroundings Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible for the Multiple Life Saving Award according to the text?

Firefighters participating in more than one incident involving life-saving efforts Signup and view all the answers

Which award recognizes sincere community service by a Fire Department member?

Community Service Award Signup and view all the answers

What type of achievement qualifies a firefighter for the Educational Achievement Award?

Obtaining academic excellence at Fire Academy Recruit School Signup and view all the answers

Who receives the Council Commendation Award according to the text?

Fire Department members specially commended by the Council Signup and view all the answers

Which award can recognizes a Firefighter with a minimum of four years of service?

Firefighter of the Year Award Signup and view all the answers

Which award is given to a Paramedic or EMT for exceptional professional abilities in technical and communication skills?

Emergency Medical Services Service Award Signup and view all the answers

Which award recognizes a uniformed member with less than four years of service who demonstrates diligence and dedication to duty?

Firefighter of the Year Award Signup and view all the answers

Which award is granted for exemplary professionalism and leadership?

Fire Officer of the Year Award Signup and view all the answers

Which award is tied to carrying a certain level Certificate from the Commission on Fire Protection Standards?

Master Firefighter Award Signup and view all the answers

Which award focuses on recognizing a Fire Engineer's commitment to quality service provision for the citizens of DeSoto?

Fire Engineer of the Year Award Signup and view all the answers