30 Questions
What is the responsibility of the incident commander regarding the issuance of the 24-hour written notice?
To ensure the information is relayed onto the relief occupant and the Fire Prevention senior inspector
What is the recommended action for extinguishing fires in mailboxes?
Control the fire with a minimum of damage to the contents and notify the U.S. Postal Service immediately
What should officers do before leaving the scene of an incident?
Inspect to ensure all equipment is complete and secure
In what cases should the Communications Center be notified regarding mailboxes fires?
In all cases affecting mailboxes
What is the protocol for incidents involving hazardous materials when staffing levels are below safe entry level?
Special call on-duty hazardous materials technicians from other city areas
What should be done if property loss or damage is due to carelessness or neglect of any member?
The chief officer should cause a complete investigation and require a written report of findings
What type of incidents warrant notification to the on-call duty officer?
Hazardous materials incidents, major firefighter injuries, and civilian or firefighter deaths
What should department members do when reporting for service at an incident?
Report and receive instructions from the incident commander
What should members do if they find money, jewelry, or other valuables at the scene of an alarm?
Report to their company officer, who should report to the incident commander
What action should company officers take if pump pressure requirements exceed 275 psi during firefighting operations?
Notify the incident commander
When operating on fires above the third floor in buildings equipped with standpipes, what should be used if practicable?
Department lines
What should the first-arriving officer do when responding to a fire in a building with an automatic sprinkler system?
Ensure the system is functioning properly and supplement it as necessary
When power, gas, or water have been shut off from a building during extinguishing operations, who should be informed?
The Communications Center
Under what circumstances should medical emergency responses be suspended?
At the discretion of the Duty Chief
What should be done if an insufficient number of spare sprinkler heads are available at an occupancy?
Use spare heads from the Department sprinkler kits and requisition replacements from the Supply Section
What is the ban on activities and radio communications intended to stay in effect until?
The Communications Center announces a return to normal activities
Who is responsible for resetting protective signaling system devices on private property or governmental facilities?
Building property agents
What should members be on the alert for while operating at fires?
Any evidence which may have contributed to the cause of the fire
What should the incident commander do if a private protective signaling device cannot be placed in service after an incident or false alarm?
Notify the Communications Center and issue a written notice to the property agent to restore the device within 24 hours
What full authority is granted to Department officers by the City Charter during fires?
To prevent entrance or loitering at the scene of fires by any individual not having a legitimate reason for being present
What should be done when performing a reverse lay to supplement a standpipe or sprinkler system?
Perform an equipment drop to support fire suppression efforts if needed
What is responsible for notifying the proper agencies in the event an emergency requires notification of agencies outside the Department?
The Communications Center
What is the responsibility of occupants where a sprinkler system is installed in terms of carrying spare sprinkler heads and a sprinkler head wrench?
To carry a representative selection of spare sprinkler heads and a sprinkler head wrench at all times
Who is responsible for all Department operations outside of normal business hours and on weekends?
Battalion chiefs
In what circumstances should Law Enforcement be ensured to respond to the location and make a report?
If there is any complaint from the public about theft or loss of valuables at the scene of an incident
What is responsible for making notifications if fatalities occur at fires or emergencies?
Communications Center
Who should be notified and informed of a complaint and preliminary investigation regarding theft or loss of valuables at the scene of an incident?
The Fire Investigation Section and Law Enforcement
What action should be taken when a change in the assignment of the on-call duty officer occurs?
Notify the dispatch supervisor directly
Who should support the Incident Commander in utilizing Department resources effectively with respect to life and fire protection within the City?
The on-call duty officer
Under what circumstances should relocation of equipment occur?
To cover unprotected quadrants of the city during major or concurrent incidents
Test your knowledge of the protocol for notifying the on-call duty officer in fire department emergencies. This quiz covers the incidents that require notification and the responsibilities of the on-call duty officer.
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