EOG 100 pg 34-35 documentation unit and PIAs

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What type of incidents should prompt a call to the Documentation Unit?

  • Small residential structure fires
  • Incidents involving only minor injuries
  • Large or complex working-fire incidents (correct)
  • Routine training exercises

Which of the following information should the Documentation Unit gather?

  • Water supply issues observed during the incident (correct)
  • The personal details of all firefighters on scene
  • Weather conditions at the time of the incident
  • Initial impressions of the fire's cause

Which of the following factors is NOT typically recorded by the Documentation Unit?

  • Timings of ventilation efforts
  • Personal opinions of incident command (correct)
  • Firefighter injuries and their causes
  • Locations of involved buildings

What is the primary purpose of conducting PIAs according to the guidelines?

<p>To identify strengths, deficiencies and needed areas of improvement from the initial call through the closure of the incident report (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which incident would require a District Chief Level PIA?

<p>A fire resulting in a civilian fatality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should PIAs be conducted by the Incident Commander?

<p>Within three shifts of the incident (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a criteria for Assistant Chief Level PIAs?

<p>Minor brush fire incidents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is archived by the Training Center?

<p>All information pertaining to the emergency incidents responded to by the documentation unit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are PIAs intended to affect firefighter performance?

<p>By promoting a non-punitive learning environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of incident would necessitate an Assistant Chief Level PIA?

<p>Any incident taxing the department's capacity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Incident Commander play in the PIA process?

<p>They should conduct the PIA and submit a synopsis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do PIA’s as a tool identify?

<p>Strengths, deficiencies and needed areas of improvement starting from the initial call through the closure of the incident fire report (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Ic will submit a synopsis to the assistant chief, deputy chief of field operations and the _____

<p>Chief of training</p> Signup and view all the answers

PIAs will be used to identify strengths, _____ and needed areas of improvement

<p>Deficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

PIAs should be conducted within _ shifts of the incident

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

A building fire with __ or more rooms are severely damaged by fire or where unusual extinguishing problems existed is criteria for a district chief level pia

<p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

District chief level PIA will be conducted after any fire resulting in injury to firefighters serious enough to necessitate _____ to a ____ _____

<p>Transport medical facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

The documentation unit assist the department with ___ ____ analysis and _____ _____

<p>Post incident incident documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

When to call the documentation unit : ___ or ___ working fire incidents where ___ diameter hose is laid, ___ alarm fires, fatality fires, working ___ ____ or ____ ____ incidents, ____ incidents

<p>Large complex large multiple hazardous materials technical rescue aircraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

The documentation unit will prepare info for conducting the PIA including visual aids to assist in presenting and facilitating the PIA, including a ____ slide show of the scene, and a ____ showing ____ buildings, ____ placement, ___ ___ placements

<p>PowerPoint sketch involved apparatus hose line</p> Signup and view all the answers

All info pertaining to emergency incidents responded to by the documentation unit are to be archived by the ___ ___. This info will be used for future reference as ____ ____ and training activities

<p>Training center scene documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Upon completion of the PIA, the IC will submit a synopsis to the ____ chief, ____ chief of ___ ____ and chief of ____

<p>Assistant deputy field operations training</p> Signup and view all the answers

District chief level PIA will be conducted after any fire resulting in injury to firefighters serious enough to necessitate ____ to a ____ ____

<p>Transport medical facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Documentation Unit

A dedicated team within the Tulsa Fire Department responsible for collecting and organizing incident data for post-incident analysis (PIA).

Post-Incident Analysis (PIA)

A comprehensive process that analyzes an incident to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

When to Call the Documentation Unit

A review of a fire incident triggered by large-diameter hose usage, multiple alarms, or fatality.

Incident Report

A critical document that summarizes key details like arrival conditions, strategies, and tactics employed during the incident.

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PIA Benefits

Recorded information helps identify needs for equipment, staff, and training improvements.

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Incident Document Archiving

The Tulsa Fire Department's training center archives all incident documents for future training purposes.

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PIA Timing

The incident commander (IC) conducts a PIA within three shifts after the incident.

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District Chief Level PIA

A structured examination of a fire incident that identifies strengths and areas for improvement.

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Assistant Chief Level PIA

A comprehensive PIA triggered by major incidents that require a higher level of review.

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Building Fire PIA Trigger

Building fires with severe damages (3+ rooms) trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Unusual Event PIA Trigger

Unusual events like explosions and collapses trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Injury/Fatality PIA Trigger

Fatalities or firefighter injuries requiring medical transport trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Close Call PIA Trigger

Close calls with potential firefighter injury trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Hazmat Incident PIA Trigger

Multi-company hazardous materials incidents trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Mass Casualty PIA Trigger

Mass casualty events involving 4+ victims trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Large Wildland Fire PIA Trigger

Large wildland fires involving 5+ units trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Technical Rescue PIA Trigger

Technical rescue operations trigger a District Chief Level PIA.

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Third Alarm PIA Trigger

Third alarm fires or greater trigger an Assistant Chief Level PIA.

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Natural Disaster PIA Trigger

Natural disasters trigger an Assistant Chief Level PIA.

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Study Notes

Documentation Unit and Post Incident Analysis (PIA)

  • The Documentation Unit supports post-incident analysis and incident documentation for the Tulsa Fire Department.
  • Trigger for Documentation Unit involvement includes:
    • Large complex fires with significant hose deployment
    • Multiple alarm fires
    • Fatality-related fires
    • Hazardous materials incidents
    • Aircraft emergencies
  • Primary responsibilities of the Documentation Unit:
    • Prepare materials for PIA, utilizing visual aids such as PowerPoint presentations and scene sketches.
    • Collect vital information like fire conditions at arrival, strategic goals, and tactical assignments.
    • Document attack location, ventilation timing, fire spread avenues, and loss control efforts.
    • Note water supply issues and the effectiveness of suppression systems.
    • Record firefighter injuries and accountability procedures including Personnel Accountability Reports (PARs).

Archiving and Future Reference

  • All emergency incident documents are archived by the Training Center.
  • Archived information is intended for future training and reference.

Post Incident Analysis (PIA) Purpose

  • PIAs serve to identify:
    • Strengths and areas for improvement during the incident response lifecycle.
    • Equipment needs and staffing deficiencies.
    • Training requirements.
  • They are learning-focused, not blame-assignment tools, encouraging full participation from members.

Timing and Reporting of PIAs

  • Conducted by Incident Command (IC) within three shifts after the incident.
  • IC submits a synopsis of findings to the assistant chief, deputy chief of field operations, and chief of training.

Specific PIA Criteria

  • District Chief Level PIAs are required for significant incidents, including:

    • Building fires with severe damage (three or more rooms).
    • Unusual events (explosions, collapses).
    • Fires resulting in civilian fatalities or firefighter injuries needing medical transport.
    • Close call incidents with potential firefighter injury.
    • Multi-company hazardous materials incidents.
    • Mass casualty events involving four or more victims.
    • Large wildland fires with five or more units.
    • Technical rescue operations.
    • Any other incidents at the IC’s discretion.
  • Assistant Chief Level PIAs triggered by:

    • Third alarm fires or greater.
    • Natural disasters.
    • Events exceeding departmental capabilities (storm mode, multiple incidents).
    • Any incident at the discretion of the IC or assistant chief.

The Documentation Unit Overview

  • Assists with post-incident analysis and documentation within the department.

When to Call the Documentation Unit

  • Needed for large or complex working-fire incidents involving large-diameter hose.
  • Responds to multiple alarm fires indicating significant emergency situations.
  • Engages during fatality fires to ensure thorough documentation and analysis.
  • Involvement in hazardous materials incidents or technical rescues for detailed reports.
  • Activated for aircraft incidents to maintain comprehensive records and evaluations.

Documentation Unit Duties

  • Focuses on collecting and organizing incident data for accurate assessments.
  • Aids in the evaluation of incidents to improve future response and protocols.

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