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What is the basis for defining uniforms in the Toronto Fire Services?
What is the basis for defining uniforms in the Toronto Fire Services?
- Standard operating procedures
- Firefighter's personal preference
- The complete list of articles provided in the appropriate S.O.G. (correct)
- Fire Chief's discretion
What is prohibited while in uniform performing public duties?
What is prohibited while in uniform performing public duties?
- Smoking (correct)
- Using electronic devices
- Conducting personal business
- Eating in a public place
Who establishes the dress codes for uniforms in the Toronto Fire Services?
Who establishes the dress codes for uniforms in the Toronto Fire Services?
- The Fire Chief (correct)
- The Division Commander
- The Officer in charge
- The City of Toronto
What is the requirement for uniforms issued by the Toronto Fire Services?
What is the requirement for uniforms issued by the Toronto Fire Services?
What must be removed before disposing of any uniform item?
What must be removed before disposing of any uniform item?
What is the requirement for Operations members reporting for duty at their assigned station?
What is the requirement for Operations members reporting for duty at their assigned station?
What happens when a member of the Operations Division reports for duty without the required personal equipment?
What happens when a member of the Operations Division reports for duty without the required personal equipment?
What is the requirement for members while on duty responding to alarms?
What is the requirement for members while on duty responding to alarms?
What is the status of parking private vehicles at TFS workplaces?
What is the status of parking private vehicles at TFS workplaces?
Who is responsible for theft or property damage to personal vehicles parked on TFS property?
Who is responsible for theft or property damage to personal vehicles parked on TFS property?
Which of the following vehicles is NOT permitted to park at a fire station?
Which of the following vehicles is NOT permitted to park at a fire station?
What happens to valuables found at a fire scene?
What happens to valuables found at a fire scene?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of valuables at a multiple vehicle incident?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safekeeping of valuables at a multiple vehicle incident?
What is the significance of the Toronto Fire Services uniform?
What is the significance of the Toronto Fire Services uniform?
What is the responsibility of a uniformed member of the Toronto Fire Services?
What is the responsibility of a uniformed member of the Toronto Fire Services?
What is the expectation of a TFS member when wearing the uniform?
What is the expectation of a TFS member when wearing the uniform?
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Study Notes
Parking at TFS Workplaces
- Parking private vehicles at TFS workplaces is a privilege, not a right, extended to on-duty personnel
- TFS is not responsible for theft or property damage to personal vehicles parked on its property
- Members assume all risks associated with parking personal vehicles on TFS property
Restrictions on Parking
- Vehicles with commercial signage are not permitted to park at fire stations
- Vehicles with commercial or construction equipment visible are not permitted to park at fire stations
- Trucks with a load capacity over one tonne are not permitted to park at fire stations
- Vehicles designed for purposes other than transporting private individuals are not permitted to park at fire stations
- Private vehicles are not permitted to park inside a TFS facility without approval from the on-duty District Chief
Valuables at Fire Scenes
- Valuables found at a fire scene should be turned over to the Officer in charge or Incident Commander
- Valuables will be given to a police officer on the scene for safekeeping
- Full documentation of the items and persons involved is required
Uniforms
- The TFS uniform represents the service provided to the public and the responsibilities accepted by the wearer
- Uniforms should be worn with pride and respect
- Uniforms shall be defined by the complete list of articles provided in the S.O.G.
- Regulations for wearing uniforms include:
- No smoking while in uniform performing public duties
- No purchasing or consuming intoxicants in a public place while in uniform
- Uniforms must be worn in conformity with the dress codes established by the Fire Chief
- Only items issued by TFS are approved to be worn while on duty
- Members must maintain a complete set of dress uniforms in their possession while employed by TFS
- Unauthorized use of badges, uniforms, or other TFS identification is prohibited
Protective Clothing
- All members must wear and use the supplied safety equipment while working in and around TFS workplaces
- Operations members must have possession of a full complement of personal fire protection equipment prior to relieving another member of staff, including:
- Fire Helmet and Face Visor
- Bunker Suit
- Firefighting Boots
- Firefighting Gloves
- Flash Hood
- Personal facepiece
- PIT’s and Magtags for use with entry control and accountability
- No member of the Operations Division is to relieve another member of staff without possessing all required equipment
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