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What is the primary objective of the Accident Review Board (ARB) in the Tulsa Fire Department?
What is the primary objective of the Accident Review Board (ARB) in the Tulsa Fire Department?
- To analyze revenue losses due to accidents.
- To investigate all firefighter injuries.
- To manage the fire department's training programs.
- To determine how property losses occurred, what might have been done to prevent loss and what actions or procedures the department needs to implement to ensure similar losses are avoided (correct)
Which of the following types of vehicles are included in the Accident Review Board's review process?
Which of the following types of vehicles are included in the Accident Review Board's review process?
- Only vehicles used in rescue operations.
- Only fire engines and ambulances.
- All licensed vehicles, including boats. as well as equipment with motors rated at 15 horsepower or more. (correct)
- Only watercraft used during firefighting.
Who is subject to the regulations of the Accident Review Board?
Who is subject to the regulations of the Accident Review Board?
- Only the management staff of the Tulsa Fire Department.
- Only full-time sworn personnel.
- Only the members of the urban search and rescue teams.
- Sworn and non-sworn individuals, including part-time employees and interns. (correct)
What aspect does not fall under the Accident Review Board's responsibilities?
What aspect does not fall under the Accident Review Board's responsibilities?
Which of the following is a goal of the Tulsa Fire Department's Accident Review Board?
Which of the following is a goal of the Tulsa Fire Department's Accident Review Board?
What is the term duration for elected positions of the Accident Review Board?
What is the term duration for elected positions of the Accident Review Board?
Which member is NOT part of the Tulsa Fire Department Accident Review Board?
Which member is NOT part of the Tulsa Fire Department Accident Review Board?
Which action should be taken if a collision involves minimal damage and vehicles are impeding traffic?
Which action should be taken if a collision involves minimal damage and vehicles are impeding traffic?
Who is responsible for counting the ballots in the ARB election?
Who is responsible for counting the ballots in the ARB election?
What is the protocol for reporting a collision or property damage?
What is the protocol for reporting a collision or property damage?
What must be submitted when applicable after a collision for sworn members?
What must be submitted when applicable after a collision for sworn members?
In what scenario can the officer in charge continue to respond to an incident?
In what scenario can the officer in charge continue to respond to an incident?
Which of the following is applicable to non-sworn employees after a collision?
Which of the following is applicable to non-sworn employees after a collision?
What action should a driver/operator take if damage to apparatus affects safety and performance?
What action should a driver/operator take if damage to apparatus affects safety and performance?
Who is responsible for creating reports for collisions and apparatus damage?
Who is responsible for creating reports for collisions and apparatus damage?
What is the required timeline for submitting a written summary of a collision?
What is the required timeline for submitting a written summary of a collision?
In the event of minimal damage, whom should the driver/operator report to?
In the event of minimal damage, whom should the driver/operator report to?
What must be included in the report created by the Chief of Health and Safety?
What must be included in the report created by the Chief of Health and Safety?
What is the role of the designated spotter in backing accidents?
What is the role of the designated spotter in backing accidents?
Who meets with the driver/operator after a report is received from the Chief of Health and Safety?
Who meets with the driver/operator after a report is received from the Chief of Health and Safety?
What is the purpose of the meeting held with the driver/operator after an incident?
What is the purpose of the meeting held with the driver/operator after an incident?
For cases other than simple reports of damage or equipment malfunction, who would determine if the driver, captain(emergency)or backer(backing) needs to attend the meeting ?
For cases other than simple reports of damage or equipment malfunction, who would determine if the driver, captain(emergency)or backer(backing) needs to attend the meeting ?
How many members constitute a quorum for the TFD Accident Review Board?
How many members constitute a quorum for the TFD Accident Review Board?
Who serves as the tiebreaker in the event of a vote tie within the ARB?
Who serves as the tiebreaker in the event of a vote tie within the ARB?
What type of events require spotters to provide testimony at the ARB?
What type of events require spotters to provide testimony at the ARB?
What is a primary focus when making decisions during ARB meetings?
What is a primary focus when making decisions during ARB meetings?
What role does the Chief of Training have concerning the reports from ARB?
What role does the Chief of Training have concerning the reports from ARB?
Who is required to provide testimony to the ARB upon request?
Who is required to provide testimony to the ARB upon request?
What types of meetings will the TFD Accident Review Board hold?
What types of meetings will the TFD Accident Review Board hold?
What is the primary purpose of the points assigned by the Accident Review Board?
What is the primary purpose of the points assigned by the Accident Review Board?
Who has the right to appeal the decisions made by the ARB?
Who has the right to appeal the decisions made by the ARB?
Which of the following is NOT included in the ARB's determination process?
Which of the following is NOT included in the ARB's determination process?
What action is required for sworn members wishing to appeal the ARB's decision?
What action is required for sworn members wishing to appeal the ARB's decision?
Where can non-sworn employees transfer their appeal if they disagree with the ARB's decision?
Where can non-sworn employees transfer their appeal if they disagree with the ARB's decision?
What role does the Fire Chief have in the ARB process?
What role does the Fire Chief have in the ARB process?
What type of employees are directed to appeal directly to the Fire Chief?
What type of employees are directed to appeal directly to the Fire Chief?
The ARB considers which factors in determining responsibility for an event?
The ARB considers which factors in determining responsibility for an event?
When will sworn members be allowed to appear before the arb and appeal?
When will sworn members be allowed to appear before the arb and appeal?
What is the chief of safety’s phone number?
What is the chief of safety’s phone number?
Who all is the written summary of the collision sent to?
Who all is the written summary of the collision sent to?
A report to include no less than what form will be completed within 72 hours of the event?
A report to include no less than what form will be completed within 72 hours of the event?
At what number can you reach the FAO (fire alarm office?
At what number can you reach the FAO (fire alarm office?
Non sworn employees aggrieved by the decision of the TFD ARB shall have the right to transfer the review process to who?
Non sworn employees aggrieved by the decision of the TFD ARB shall have the right to transfer the review process to who?
At the conclusion of the meeting with the assistant, and deputy chief and the driver operator the investigative chief officer will create and send a copy to the chief of safety. This report will be managed within an established ___file
At the conclusion of the meeting with the assistant, and deputy chief and the driver operator the investigative chief officer will create and send a copy to the chief of safety. This report will be managed within an established ___file
The accident review board will hold 1 regular meeting each ____. Special meetings may be called by the ARB ____
The accident review board will hold 1 regular meeting each ____. Special meetings may be called by the ARB ____
The ARB __
The ARB __
The ARB election will be conducted by secret ballot in conjunction with the _____ committee ballot box election.
The ARB election will be conducted by secret ballot in conjunction with the _____ committee ballot box election.
Flashcards
What is the Tulsa Fire Department's Accident Review Program's main goal?
What is the Tulsa Fire Department's Accident Review Program's main goal?
To reduce the frequency and severity of property damage incidents involving the department's vehicles and specific equipment with motors of 15 horsepower or greater.
Who does the Accident Review Program apply to?
Who does the Accident Review Program apply to?
All personnel associated with the Tulsa Fire Department, including sworn and non-sworn employees, part-time workers, and interns involved in urban search and rescue or hazardous materials teams.
Who are the members of the Accident Review Board (ARB)?
Who are the members of the Accident Review Board (ARB)?
The ARB consists of six members: Health and Safety Chief or designee, Deputy Chief of Field Operations or designee, On-duty Assistant Chief or designee, one elected Fire Captain, one elected Fire Equipment Operator, and one elected Relief Fire Equipment Operator.
How long do elected members of the ARB serve?
How long do elected members of the ARB serve?
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What are the reporting procedures for collisions and damage?
What are the reporting procedures for collisions and damage?
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What safety protocols are in place at incident sites?
What safety protocols are in place at incident sites?
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What are the drug and alcohol testing requirements?
What are the drug and alcohol testing requirements?
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How are safety-impacting damage incidents reported?
How are safety-impacting damage incidents reported?
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What about incidents involving minimal damage?
What about incidents involving minimal damage?
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Who prepares written reports for collisions and damage?
Who prepares written reports for collisions and damage?
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What information must be included in incident summaries?
What information must be included in incident summaries?
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How often does the ARB hold meetings?
How often does the ARB hold meetings?
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What is the main focus of the ARB's decisions?
What is the main focus of the ARB's decisions?
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What are the attendance requirements for ARB meetings?
What are the attendance requirements for ARB meetings?
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What does the ARB assess and recommend?
What does the ARB assess and recommend?
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Where do the ARB's findings go?
Where do the ARB's findings go?
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How can sworn members appeal ARB decisions?
How can sworn members appeal ARB decisions?
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How can non-sworn employees appeal ARB decisions?
How can non-sworn employees appeal ARB decisions?
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How can temporary employees appeal ARB decisions?
How can temporary employees appeal ARB decisions?
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What is the purpose of the driving safety record point system?
What is the purpose of the driving safety record point system?
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Is the driving safety record point system used for disciplinary action?
Is the driving safety record point system used for disciplinary action?
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How does the point system help improve safety?
How does the point system help improve safety?
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What are some examples of preventive actions the ARB might recommend?
What are some examples of preventive actions the ARB might recommend?
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How does the Accident Review Program promote accountability?
How does the Accident Review Program promote accountability?
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Study Notes
Tulsa Fire Department Accident Review Program Overview
- Established to reduce property loss frequency and severity involving licensed vehicles and specific equipment with motors rated at 15 horsepower or greater.
- Covers all personnel including sworn, non-sworn, part-time employees, and interns associated with urban search and rescue or hazardous materials teams.
Accident Review Board (ARB) Composition
- Comprised of six members:
- Health and Safety Chief or designee
- Deputy Chief of Field Operations or designee
- On-duty Assistant Chief or designee
- One elected Fire Captain
- One elected Fire Equipment Operator
- One elected Relief Fire Equipment Operator
- Elected positions have a three-year term.
Reporting Procedures for Collisions and Damage
- Immediate reporting to on-duty Assistant Chief via chain of command and Fire Alarm Office.
- Site safety protocols include securing the scene, providing medical aid, and moving vehicles blocking traffic if possible.
- Required drug and alcohol testing for sworn members post-incident.
Damage or Malfunction Reporting
- Safety-impacting damage requires prompt reporting to the on-duty Assistant Chief.
- Minimal damage reports can be submitted to the Chief of Safety and the on-duty Assistant Chief for evaluation.
Investigative Reports
- Health and Safety Chief prepares written reports within 72 hours covering collisions and damage.
- Incident summaries must detail how events occurred and necessary prevention measures, submitted within 72 hours.
ARB Meeting Protocols
- Monthly meetings held with a quorum of four voting members to determine actions based on testimony and facts.
- Decisions focus on defensive driving and accident prevention.
- Attendance by involved individuals is typically not required unless specified by the Chairman.
Determinations and Recommendations
- The ARB assesses the responsibilities of involved parties and recommends preventive actions.
- All findings are sent to the Fire Chief for further action.
Appeals Process
- Sworn members may voluntarily appeal ARB decisions at subsequent meetings; follow established grievance procedures if still aggrieved.
- Non-sworn employees can escalate to the City of Tulsa Collision Review Board.
- Temporary employees can appeal directly to the Fire Chief.
Driving Safety Record Point System
- Point assignments by the ARB are for tracking driving performance, not disciplinary action.
- Aims to monitor and enhance the safe operation of Fire Department vehicles and equipment.
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This quiz explores the policies and procedures established by the Tulsa Fire Department to review accidents involving licensed vehicles and other motorized equipment. It aims to reduce property losses by analyzing incidents and implementing safety measures. Take this quiz to test your knowledge about accident review processes within the fire department.
