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What is the purpose of a Fireground Incident Technician (FIT) during an emergency incident?

To give orders to other officers and apparatus

To communicate with the public about the incident

To make decisions on the emergency response strategy

To relay orders to other officers and apparatus when instructed by a Chief Officer (correct)

What is the requirement for a member who changes their address or telephone number?

To post the change on the department's social media page

To update the information on the department's internal database

To report the change to the Fire Chief

To report the change to their Officer in writing (correct)

What is the consequence of a member making a false declaration or inscription on an official document?

Disciplinary action, including possible termination (correct)

A verbal reprimand

A suspension

A written warning

Who is authorized to make public comments on matters of policy and procedure?

Senior Officers and designated spokespersons Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for members in terms of their conduct?

To conduct themselves in a manner that does not bring discredit to the department Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a member reporting a change of address or telephone number?

To comply with the department's rules and regulations Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to release information about Toronto Fire Services operations?

The Fire Chief and designated spokespersons Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a member publicly expressing malicious opinions or making public comments in bad faith?

Disciplinary action, including possible termination Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing information to the media regarding a fire or incident?

The highest ranking on-scene officer or their designate Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a member of the Toronto Fire Services who is convicted of a criminal offence that impacts their ability to perform their duties?

Dismissal from the Service Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the City of Toronto Human Rights Policy?

To ensure compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy on accepting gifts or favors while on duty?

Members can accept gifts or favors of nominal value Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a member being under the influence of intoxicants or drugs while on duty?

Dismissal from the Service Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for relieving a member on duty?

Members must relieve each other on a person-per-person basis within one hour of the commencement of the on-coming shift Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy on storing or using intoxicants or drugs in the workplace?

It is strictly prohibited to store, use, or handle intoxicants or drugs in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of personnel being relieved?

They are responsible for removing and properly storing their personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for relieving an apparatus that is being removed from service?

The crew on that apparatus shall be relieved no earlier than 0630 or 1630 Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy on discrimination and harassment in the workplace?

It is forbidden by word, act, or writing Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Code of Conduct

Falsifying Documents

Members are prohibited from making false declarations or inscriptions, suppressing or altering official documents, or leaving required parts blank with intent to defraud, mislead, or misrepresent.

Fireground Incident Technicians (FIT's)

FIT's relay orders to other officers or incoming apparatus when instructed by a Chief Officer.
Orders received from FIT's with the Chief's name or radio alias must be carried out as if coming directly from the Chief Officer.
FIT's cannot give orders except on the authority of the Chief Officer.

Change of Address

Members must report changes in address or telephone number in writing to their Officer, with a copy sent to the Staff Services Division and their Platoon Chief/Division Chief.

Conduct

Members must conduct themselves in a manner that maintains the good reputation of the Toronto Fire Services and its members.
Members cannot publicly express malicious opinions or make public comments in bad faith that tarnish the reputation of the Toronto Fire Services, its policies, or members.
Public comment on policy and procedure is restricted to Senior Officers or designated spokespersons.

Release of Information at or Pertaining to Emergency Incidents

Members cannot supply information about Toronto Fire Services operations unless authorized by the Fire Chief.
Media or others seeking information will be directed to the highest-ranking on-scene officer or their designate.

Rewards

Members must conduct themselves in accordance with the City of Toronto's Conflict of Interest Policy.
Members cannot solicit gifts, money, or other articles as a reward for services rendered in the carrying out of their duties.
Exceptions include promotional gifts or those of nominal value.

Discrimination or Harassment

Discrimination against any person through word, act, writing, diffusion of literature, or any other means is strictly forbidden.
Members must conduct themselves in a dignified and respectful manner in their relations with fellow members and the public.
Physical altercations, threatening behavior, or harassment are prohibited in the workplace.
All members must conform to the City of Toronto Human Rights Policy, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the collective agreement.

Criminal Convictions

Members convicted of a criminal offense that impacts the operations of Toronto Fire Services or their ability to perform duties must notify the Fire Chief in writing and may be dismissed from the Service.

Intoxicants and/or Drugs

Members are expected to arrive at work fit for duty and are strictly prohibited from being under the influence of intoxicants or drugs.
Members must perform duties safely without risk to co-workers, the public, or the environment.

Relieving (Within Operations)

Members may be relieved on a person-per-person basis within one hour of the commencement of the on-coming shift.
Members reporting for duty must change into issued station clothing before relieving the off-going shift.
Personnel relieved are responsible for removing and properly storing their personal protective equipment.

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This quiz covers the rules and regulations of the Toronto Fire Services, including falsifying documents and fireground incident technicians.