43 Questions
What is the primary benefit of using Therapy K9s according to the text?
Decrease in anxiety and stress levels
Who can request the deployment of a Therapy K9 during peer counseling sessions?
Any CISM Team member on site
What is the final decision on deploying a Therapy K9 based on?
The handler's approval
When should Therapy K9s be accompanied by their handlers?
At all times
Who is responsible for selecting the Therapy K9 program coordinator?
The Fire Chief or their designee
What rank of officer has the discretion to approve the use and deployment of Therapy K9s?
Battalion Chief or higher
Who is responsible for conducting a meeting with the Fire Rescue Chief to review all recommendations?
The Deputy Chief assigned to the Workplace Safety Committee
What factors should be taken into account when making recommendations for actions following an accident?
Involvement of the public and current conditions surrounding the incident
What is one of the responsibilities related to health and safety promotion mentioned in the text?
Disseminating health and safety information to employees through training
What contributes to the need for revisions in the Department Safety Program Manual?
Changes in industrial trend and county policies
What data should be reviewed on a monthly basis according to the text?
Accident and injury statistics
What is one of the aspects to be considered when making recommendations following an accident?
Weather conditions surrounding the incident
What is the primary method of training for a Therapy K9, as stated in the text?
Training through an approved outside organization
Who approves organizational training for a Therapy K9 handler?
Both Program coordinator and Fire Chief
What should the handler do if no organization is available to donate and train the Therapy K9?
Refer to an American Kennel Club registered group
What is the responsibility of the K9 handler while off duty?
Feeding and caring for the K9
What must the handler assure before leaving the K9 unattended?
The K9 has a collar on
What is the minimum number of times a K9 must be taken out during a 24-hour shift?
3 times
Which of the following is NOT allowed according to the guidelines?
Bringing personal pets into stations where a Therapy K9 is working
If a Therapy K9 becomes destructive and begins damaging property, what should be done?
The K9 should be isolated, and the program coordinator should be notified for resolution
What should be done if a Therapy K9 bites or scratches an individual?
The K9 should be isolated, the program coordinator should be notified, and an incident report should be filed
After approximately how many years of service should consideration be given to retiring a Therapy K9?
8 years
What is the primary responsibility of the handler when a Therapy K9 is retired?
The handler can choose to take ownership or pass it to another handler or department member who wishes to adopt the K9
When should a Safety Sector/Incident Safety Officer be implemented?
At any incident presenting an unusual risk to firefighters and/or the general public
Who is responsible for ensuring that operations are conducted safely, according to the text?
Every member, as well as Company Officers, Chief Officers, and Sector Officers
What should be done initially regarding the Safety Officer function?
Command should perform the Safety Officer functions initially or assign them to appropriate personnel
Which of the following statements is NOT true, according to the text?
Company Officers are solely responsible for ensuring crews operate in a safe manner
Which one of the following is a responsibility of the Safety Officer?
Providing a face-to-face briefing to the Incident Commander
What is the primary purpose of the Safety Sector/Safety Officer intervention at scene operations according to the text?
To correct immediate life-threatening conditions and notify the Incident Commander
When should the Safety Officer assume the Safety Sector responsibilities?
Immediately upon arrival at the incident scene
What is the main responsibility of the Safety Sector in the ongoing incident planning process according to the text?
To develop a proposed safety plan and recommendation for the Incident Commander
What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander with regards to the Safety Sector?
To establish a strategy and action plan that includes a safety plan
What is the purpose of the Safety Sector/Safety Officer's 'one-on-one' correction of safety problems with individual firefighters, company officers, and/or sector officers?
To correct non-life threatening safety issues without affecting the overall incident strategy
What is the primary purpose of the Workplace Safety Committee according to the text?
To promote and provide a safe work environment for all employees and members through the formation of policies and procedures, training and accident/injury review.
What is one of the department-wide goals and objectives of the Workplace Safety Committee?
To reduce employee injuries and prevent damage to or loss of equipment.
Which of the following is a committee-specific goal and objective of the Workplace Safety Committee?
Objectively review all Department accidents and injuries to determine violations of safety policies and procedures, and make recommendations as needed to the Fire Rescue Chief.
How often does the Workplace Safety Committee meet according to the text?
Monthly
What is one way the Workplace Safety Committee ensures adherence to safety policies and procedures?
Through proper training and remediation.
What is one of the duties and responsibilities of the Workplace Safety Committee according to the text?
To monthly review all injuries and accidents to determine if the situation was avoidable.
What is one way the Workplace Safety Committee provides a proactive safety program?
By instituting changes in policies and procedures, including the addition of equipment to maintain and promote a safe work environment.
What is the purpose of the Workplace Safety Committee's annual awards program according to the text?
To promote safety conscious work habits.
What is one way the Workplace Safety Committee collects and analyzes accident and injury data?
By issuing a statistical analysis on a quarterly basis.
What is one way the Workplace Safety Committee ensures adherence to safety policies and procedures according to the text?
By providing a proactive safety program to institute changes in policies and procedures.
Study Notes
Therapy K9 Program
- Purpose: Provide a mental health resource to personnel through interaction with Therapy K9s
- Benefits: Decrease anxiety, stress hormones, and pulmonary pressures, leading to a healthier workforce
- Utilization: CISM Team, peer counseling sessions, and difficult calls
- Conditions and Limitations:
- Discretion of Battalion Chief or higher
- Final decision made by handler
- Confer with handler prior to deployment
Care and Maintenance of Therapy K9s
- Handler responsibility:
- Feeding, bathing, training, and boarding the K9
- Finding accommodations for the K9 when out of town
- During shifts:
- Cleaning up after the K9
- Bathing the K9 if dirty
- Cleaning floors and removing dog hair
- Prohibited:
- Sleeping on personnel bunks
- Unattended food and unsecured food
- Requirements:
- Annual vaccinations and wellness exams
- Secure environment when left unattended
- Collar and leash availability
- No table food
Safety Sector/Incident Safety Officer
- Purpose: Establish a standard practice for Safety Sector/Incident Safety Officer at hazardous incidents
- Scope: All Fire Rescue personnel operating in hazardous environments
- Activation Criteria:
- First alarm or multiple alarm incidents
- Special operations rescue, trench rescue, confined space rescue
- First alarm hazardous material incidents
- Incidents with unusual risk to firefighters and the general public
- Responsibilities:
- Assume Safety Officer functions or assign to appropriate personnel
- Ensure operations are conducted safely
- Review and revise the Department Safety Program Manual
Workplace Safety Committee
- Purpose: Promote and provide a safe work environment
- Scope: All employees and members of St. Johns County Fire Rescue
- Goals and Objectives:
- Prevent and reduce accidents and occupational injuries
- Reduce employee injuries and prevent damage to or loss of equipment
- Promote safety conscious work habits
- Develop and adopt a Department Safety Policies and Procedure manual
- Committee Members:
- As outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Meetings: Minimum of once a month, with special meetings for serious accidents or injuries
Learn about the partnership between St. Johns County Fire Rescue and local groups to provide Therapy K9s to its personnel and the positive physiological effects of interacting with these dogs. Discover how Therapy K9s can help decrease anxiety, stress hormones, and pulmonary pressures.
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