Untitled Quiz

The change from an "emergency" to a "non-emergency" operating state should be done secretly.

Companies staying in another's quarters maintain their own identity when communicating with Metro.

Maintain quarters as if they were your own. Follow department standards.

A readiness state for civil disturbances or disasters.

Prioritize personnel safety during unrest. LAPD escorts preferred.

Protect fire trucks and equipment during unrest.

Pay extra attention to fire station security during civil unrest.

The boundaries of an incident are determined by incident details.

Department hoses and equipment should be prioritized for use to ensure their reliability in emergency situations.

For fires above the third floor, exterior standpipes should be used whenever feasible to maximize hose line effectiveness during firefighting.

Incident Commanders can designate smoking areas and post signs, particularly in mountain areas

Avoid smoking on or in any department vehicle.

Debris should not be thrown from heights unless crucial for fire suppression and the safety of others is ensured.

Pre-notify the incident officer about the need for oil, gasoline, or repairs during emergency situations.

Company commanders must do a thorough check of equipment before leaving the scene and notify the Battalion commander about discrepancies (lost or excess).

Backfiring is only permitted in emergencies, and needs approval from Incident Commander. All exposed structures must be protected or considered safe from risk.

Fire officers must document distinguished actions by fellow members.

Using civilians in firefighting is forbidden.

Reporting civilian heroism at emergencies for recognition.

When a significant firefighter emergency occurs, radio use is restricted.

Incident Commanders must notify Metro about specific, uncommon situations.

Specific procedure for requesting assistance from outside agencies.

Specific terms to use when requesting police assistance through Metro.

Incident Commanders contact Metro immediately for public assistance needs especially in multiple-victim situations.

Fire victims' relocation is permitted after the Incident Commander approves.

Radio communication with airport control towers is for emergencies (location & approach) and only! All other comms are for Metro/Dispatcher

Sandbags are available at fire stations; County Flood Control authorization required over 25.

Priority is containing fire hazard; wash-down or removal; if just traffic hazard, then police assistance is needed.

24/7 available specialist for responding to situations involving gases/chemicals causing harm to people.

Sandbags are given to home owners at fire stations and distributed based on location information released through Administrative Teletype.

Use the Airport Ground Control Frequency Radio to contact International and Van Nuys Airport Control Towers.

You need approval from the County Flood Control District for requests over 25 sandbags.

A system using colored backgrounds and numbers to indicate the hazard level of materials.

Large incidents involving chemicals or gases that might endanger personnel, requiring State Office of Emergency Services (OES) assistance.

Special repair kits are available for leaks in chlorine containers from Metro.

Do not shut off oil or gasoline lines yourself, as it could lead to further breaks.

These devices help detect the presence of combustible gases, and are obtainable through Metro for emergencies.

Trained personnel specializing in hazardous materials, who can use emergency repair kits and handle situations.

A team from the State Office of Emergency Services (OES) providing expertise in hazardous material incidents.

Providing information about the incident to request resources like the OES team or emergency kits, done through Metro.

Attaching to a piping system not allowed without Chief Officer approval. Water must be delivered to the pump through a broken connection and an open tank.

In sewer emergencies, Incident Commanders must contact Metro to notify the Sanitation Bureau, and citizens should be referred to them.

Fire and Police Departments share responsibility for evacuations; the department best suited to handle the issue (Fire or Police) determines who makes the evacuation decision.

Stay away from high-voltage equipment until Metro or Water & Power confirms safe approach.

Standardized policy and terminology for evacuations in emergencies, agreed to by both Fire & Police, and must be followed.

Procedure for removing hazardous waste, with unspecified details on permitted/forbidden actions.

Procedure for handling sewage accumulation in a building, involves contacting Metro and referencing the Sanitation Bureau.

For piping systems not explicitly excluded, requires Chief Officer approval for attachment; water must be supplied through a broken connection and an open tank to the pump.