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What is considered the primary objective of the Tulsa Fire Department’s life and fire safety efforts?
What is considered the primary objective of the Tulsa Fire Department’s life and fire safety efforts?
- Reduction of operational costs
- Improvement of community relations
- Maximization of property values
- Enhancement of life safety (correct)
Which of the following is a secondary objective of the Tulsa Fire Department's fire safety efforts?
Which of the following is a secondary objective of the Tulsa Fire Department's fire safety efforts?
- Promoting fire-related education
- Enhancing internal communication
- Improved protection of property (correct)
- Increasing department staff
How does the Tulsa Fire Department view the prevention of fires and other perils?
How does the Tulsa Fire Department view the prevention of fires and other perils?
- As a responsibility of community members
- As a metric for financial success
- Basic to the mission of the Tulsa Fire Department (correct)
- As an optional function of the department
What aspect of operational guidelines does the Tulsa Fire Department emphasize?
What aspect of operational guidelines does the Tulsa Fire Department emphasize?
Which best describes the Tulsa Fire Department's approach to enhancing its effectiveness?
Which best describes the Tulsa Fire Department's approach to enhancing its effectiveness?
What actions can a Company Officer take if the smoke alarm is deficient and permission is granted by the occupant?
What actions can a Company Officer take if the smoke alarm is deficient and permission is granted by the occupant?
In which situation is it inappropriate for the Company Officer to request an inspection of the smoke alarm?
In which situation is it inappropriate for the Company Officer to request an inspection of the smoke alarm?
What is required for all smoke alarm installations under T.U.L.S.A.?
What is required for all smoke alarm installations under T.U.L.S.A.?
What must a Company Officer do if they select 'Scene Inappropriate for T.U.L.S.A. Actions' in ESO?
What must a Company Officer do if they select 'Scene Inappropriate for T.U.L.S.A. Actions' in ESO?
How many smoke detectors should each apparatus maintain?
How many smoke detectors should each apparatus maintain?
What is the protocol if a citizen requests a smoke alarm while at a different location?
What is the protocol if a citizen requests a smoke alarm while at a different location?
What must the Company Officer do if they encounter a smoke alarm that is in good operational condition?
What must the Company Officer do if they encounter a smoke alarm that is in good operational condition?
What records must be kept for smoke alarm installations under T.U.L.S.A.?
What records must be kept for smoke alarm installations under T.U.L.S.A.?
What is the primary goal of promoting citizen participation in fire safety education?
What is the primary goal of promoting citizen participation in fire safety education?
Which entity is responsible for identifying and implementing targeted life and fire safety programs?
Which entity is responsible for identifying and implementing targeted life and fire safety programs?
What type of programs are personnel expected to be involved in?
What type of programs are personnel expected to be involved in?
What must occur before final operational methodologies for safety programs can be approved?
What must occur before final operational methodologies for safety programs can be approved?
What aspect of safety education is explicitly mentioned as part of personnel involvement?
What aspect of safety education is explicitly mentioned as part of personnel involvement?
Upon determination that an alarm is absent or ____, he/she will, with permission from the occupant take action to ensure that the structure and its occupants are protected by a smoke alarm
Upon determination that an alarm is absent or ____, he/she will, with permission from the occupant take action to ensure that the structure and its occupants are protected by a smoke alarm
T.U.L.S.A actions will be recorded in ___
T.U.L.S.A actions will be recorded in ___
The first line of defense of a ____ fire department is its ___ and ___ safety function
The first line of defense of a ____ fire department is its ___ and ___ safety function
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Tulsa Fire Department's Mission
Tulsa Fire Department's Mission
To enhance life safety and protect property through fire prevention and education.
Citizen Participation in Fire Safety
Citizen Participation in Fire Safety
Active involvement of citizens in fire safety education is vital to reduce losses in the community.
Safety Services Division Focus
Safety Services Division Focus
The division concentrates on implementing fire safety programs for single and two-family homes.
Fire Department Safety Programs
Fire Department Safety Programs
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Monthly Check Up Events
Monthly Check Up Events
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Company Officer's Smoke Alarm Role
Company Officer's Smoke Alarm Role
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Corrective Actions with Permission
Corrective Actions with Permission
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Discretionary Smoke Alarm Inspections
Discretionary Smoke Alarm Inspections
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Inappropriate Inspection Scenarios
Inappropriate Inspection Scenarios
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Smoke Alarm Action Documentation
Smoke Alarm Action Documentation
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Incident Number for Installation
Incident Number for Installation
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Fire Alarm Office Processing
Fire Alarm Office Processing
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Smoke Alarm Installation Response
Smoke Alarm Installation Response
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Smoke Alarm Installation Record Keeping
Smoke Alarm Installation Record Keeping
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Smoke Detector Equipment per Apparatus
Smoke Detector Equipment per Apparatus
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Smoke Detector Maintenance
Smoke Detector Maintenance
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Importance of Fire Safety Education
Importance of Fire Safety Education
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Community Collaboration in Fire Safety
Community Collaboration in Fire Safety
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Study Notes
Life and Fire Safety Objectives
- The primary mission of the Tulsa Fire Department is to enhance life safety and protect property through fire prevention and safety education.
- Citizen participation in life and fire safety education is crucial to reducing losses in the community.
Neighborhood Targeted Programs
- The Safety Services Division focuses on implementing targeted fire safety programs for one and two-family dwellings.
- Fire department personnel are involved in various safety and education programs, including drowning prevention, smoke detector programs, and safety surveys for residential and commercial properties.
Smoke Alarm Procedures (T.U.L.S.A. Policy)
- Staff Officers coordinate monthly Check Up Events with the Safe Kids Coalition.
- Company Officers assess the smoke alarm's operational state upon arriving at a single-family dwelling.
- If smoke alarms are absent or failing, they can take corrective actions after obtaining occupant permission, including installing or replacing detectors or batteries.
Decision-Making and Documentation
- Company Officers must use discretion when determining the appropriateness of requesting a smoke alarm inspection.
- Certain situations, such as deaths, emotional scenarios, or absence of home occupants, are deemed inappropriate for such inspections.
- All actions related to smoke alarms are recorded in ESO software, with specific drop-down options to document the nature of the response.
Smoke Alarm Installations
- An incident number is required for all smoke alarm installations.
- Requests for smoke alarms must be processed through the Fire Alarm Office to ensure proper dispatch.
- Companies responding to install detectors will do so non-emergency; smoke alarms will not be distributed directly to citizens.
- Smoke alarm installation records must be maintained in the Log Book.
Equipment Maintenance
- Each fire apparatus is required to maintain five smoke detectors, with an additional five kept at the station for each apparatus.
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