EOG 300 pg 115-117 fire alarm and forcing entry on locked vehicles

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What is the policy of the TFD in relation to non-emergency response?

Respond without lights and sirens, obeying all traffic laws, whenever it has been determined that a true emergency does not exists. (correct)

Respond to all calls as emergencies unless instructed otherwise.

Respond with varying levels of urgency based on dispatcher input.

Respond with lights and sirens only for emergencies.

Which of the following call types requires a determination of emergency before acting?

Access Into Locked Vehicles (correct)

Animal Locked in Car

Assist citizen

Elevator Rescue - No Medical

Who has the ultimate authority to determine if a call is an emergency or non-emergency response?

Assistant chief as per the emergency guidelines.

The dispatcher upon receiving the call.

Officers evaluating the information available. (correct)

The FAO based on the call type.

In what scenario might the Incident Commander (IC) downgrade the response of later arriving companies?

If the conditions on scene warrant it. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT classified as a emergency response by the TFD?

Animal Locked in Car Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if it is determined that an emergency does not exist after responding to a locked vehicle?

Refer the person responsible for the vehicle to the Yellow Pages. Signup and view all the answers

What does the FAO indicate on dispatch regarding a non-emergency response?

This call has been coded as a non-emergency response. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would NOT qualify as an emergency requiring immediate intervention?

Animal Locked in Car. Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial action TFD takes when responding to a residential fire alarm and the occupant is not home and cannot be contacted or respond?

Check with the neighbors. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition will TFD force entry to investigate a residential fire alarm?

If indicators of a fire are present. Signup and view all the answers

What should TFD do if a property representative has not arrived after 20 minutes at a business alarm scene?

Return to service. Signup and view all the answers

What actions are taken when responding to a building with a water flow alarm?

Survey the inside of the building. Signup and view all the answers

How is a repeat alarm defined for TFD response?

Three or more false alarms in three days. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the FAO during a business fire alarm response?

To verify the presence of a property representative. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if no indicators are present during a 360° survey at a business alarm scene?

TFD will not force entry to investigate. Signup and view all the answers

Is it required for TFD to report a 'false alarm' on the radio?

No, it is not necessary to report 'false alarm'. Signup and view all the answers

If there is a questionable situation involving unlocking a locked car who will be called?

Assistant chief Signup and view all the answers

What window should be avoided when breaking a vehicle's glass due to cost considerations?

Wing window Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario is law enforcement required when a fire company unlocks or breaks a window?

In the absence of a property owner or vehicle operator Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding liability for damage during emergency vehicle entry?

The company officer must inform the owner of potential liability. Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial action to take when dealing with an unattended child or pet in a vehicle?

Request the appropriate law enforcement agency to investigate. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is correct regarding the implications of breaking a vehicle window by the fire department?

The company officer will inform the owner or operator that the fire dept will not be liable for damage Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Emergency Response Guidelines for the Tulsa Fire Department (TFD)

Response to Fire Alarm System Activation

Residential Fire Alarms:
- TFD operates in a non-emergency mode, unless fire indicators are present.
- If no occupants are home, utilize neighbor assistance and conduct a 360° survey.
- TFD will not force entry without indications of a fire and will return to service if none are found.
Business Fire Alarms:
- FAO verifies if a property representative is present; if not, they'll request one from the alarm company.
- Perform a 360° survey if no representative is on scene; no entry is made if no indicators are found.
- If no representative arrives within 20 minutes, TFD will return to service.
Water Flow and Multiple Trips:
- For water flow alarms or multiple alarm trips, TFD surveys the building's interior.
- If a property representative is enroute and no indicators are found, TFD remains on scene until arrival.
Repeat Alarms:
- After multiple responses (three or more) to false alarms within three days, a code enforcement officer will be requested for action on the situation.
Elevator Use:
- Specific guidelines for elevator use in business alarms exist in EOG 300.2.3.5.6.

Public Service and Community Considerations

Non-Emergency Response Policy:
- TFD responds without lights and sirens for non-emergency calls, adhering to traffic laws.
- FAO categorizes call types to indicate whether they are emergency or non-emergency upon dispatch.
- Officers evaluate and may override FAO coding based on situational assessment.
Non-Emergency Call Types:
- Examples of non-emergency calls include animal rescues, general assistance, fluid spills, and natural gas leaks.
- Certain emergency responses may be downgraded based on real-time needs.
Access into Locked Vehicles:
- TFD will unlock vehicle doors only in real emergencies to prevent significant damage or injury.
- Situations deemed non-emergency post-evaluation will be referred to vehicle owners for self-resolution.

Vehicle Access in Emergencies

Company officers may unlock vehicle doors or break windows based on the urgency of the emergency.
Breaking a side window is preferred over breaking a wing window due to higher replacement costs associated with wing windows.
A disclaimer must be communicated to the vehicle's owner or operator, stating that the fire department is not liable for any damage incurred during the access attempt.
In cases where a vehicle is unlocked or a window is broken without the presence of the owner/operator, law enforcement should be contacted.
Situations often involve children or pets left unattended in vehicles, necessitating prompt action.
The appropriate law enforcement agency should be engaged to investigate these incidents.

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Explore the emergency operating guidelines of the Tulsa Fire Department focusing on strategic and tactical considerations for responding to residential fire alarms. This quiz will test your knowledge on the protocols followed when an alarm is activated. Understand the procedures that ensure safety and community awareness in emergency situations.