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1
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What event indicates why a Civil Unrest plan is important to the FD?

A

1992 Los Angeles riot

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2
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How many fires occurred in 1992 Los Angeles riot?

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1000 (600 structures)

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3
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How many deaths occurred in the 1992 Los Angeles riot?

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45

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How many strike teams/task forces were used in the 1992 Los Angeles riots?

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77

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5
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How much dollar loss was estimated with the Los Angeles riots?

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One billion

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6
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What were key issues when dealing with the Los Angeles riots?

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a. Incident Command
b. Mutual aid
c. Cooperative law enforcement
d. Communications

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7
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The City of Sunrise has prepared the Civil Unrest policy to:

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a. Prescribe duties and responsibilities
b. Establish lines of authority
c. Document a predetermined plan of action

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8
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Define Civil Unrest:

A

Real or perceived state of uneasiness, disquiet, or social unrest in the community

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9
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Define Civil Disturbance:

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State of uneasiness, disquiet, or social unrest resulting in injury, death, damage, or destruction

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10
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Where did the definitions of Unrest and Disturbance come from?

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The American Heritage Dictionary

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11
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Who has the authority to activate or modify the Civil Unrest plan?

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The Fire Chief or designated alternatives

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12
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What is included in the preparatory stage of the Civil Unrest Plan?

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a. Maintain year-round emergency preparedness

b. Maintenance of vehicles and equipment

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13
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Secondary locations for equipment, vehicles, and supplies will be identified by:

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The FOC

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14
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When an alarm reference is determined to be Unrest without the probability of disturbance, the dispatch shall notify:

A

Fire Chief

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15
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When an alarm reference is determined to be Unrest with the probability of disturbance, the dispatch shall notify:

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All Staff via Page

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16
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Resultant to an alarm reference of “Disturbance Alert” or “Disturbance” the communications center shall immediately alert:

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a. Fire Rescue Department-at-large utilizing paging and station tones
b. Also request law enforcement to determine the need for Fire Rescue services

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17
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What are the 3 operational phases of the Civil Unrest plan?

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a. Phase I - Civil Unrest Alert (pre-emergency)
b. Phase II - Civil Unrest Response
c. Phase III - Post Emergency Response (recovery, salvage, survey)

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18
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In what phase is the FOC activated?

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a. Phase I

b. Activated by Command Staff

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19
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Where is incident command established?

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a. Most effective location for safety, staging, and support services
b. In proximity to law enforcement field command post

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20
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If PSC is identified as an anticipated target for disturbance what should administrative support members familiarize themselves with?

A

Protection of Essential Records Policy

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21
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If Civil Unrest takes place in a fire rescue district, what is done with the station/trucks?

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Evacuation and report to staging area

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22
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Who authorizes Task Force responses?

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a. IC and FOC

b. Based on knowledge of situation and law enforcement intelligence

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23
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The FOC shall maintain a log of all related significant incident events. What is the name of that log?

A

Chronological Emergency log

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24
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What size tip shall be attached to all deluge guns, and preconnected hose lines?

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1 1/4”

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25
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If the station needs to be evacuated, what must be done to the equipment? (4)

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a. Disconnect main electrical panel and generator
b. Remove radios, chargers, and journals
c. Log off computer networks and turn off
d. Bring PPE to staging

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26
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Upon notification of a Civil Unrest alert, which branch may be requested to remain on duty?

A

Logistics

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27
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If requested to call in, where does all off-duty personnel call?

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a. Voicemail Information line

b. 954-746-3418

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28
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If requested to call in, who does light-duty personnel contact?

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a. Administrative officer

b. 954-746-3417

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29
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Whenever members have been recalled to duty:

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The FOC shall record names and times when persons arrive for duty

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30
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Where do recalled personnel report to?

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a. Fire Station
b. Staging area
c. Other rendezvous points

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31
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If you are unable to report to the assigned fire station due to the disturbance, what do you do?

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Report to the nearest SFD location

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32
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Recalled members may be utilized for: (3)

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a. Forming task forces
b. Augment Operational task forces
c. Form relief crews for task forces

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33
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What happens when an announcement of an actual Civil Unrest takes place?

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Phase II will be implemented

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34
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Who is the back-up dispatch center?

A

EOC

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35
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The first people to be recalled are:

A

Immediate past shift personnel

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36
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What is the B/C responsibilities during Civil Unrest? (3)

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a. Report in person to the FOC
b. Familiarize themselves and crew with unrest plan and search and rescue procedures
c. Assume assignment and ensure medical triage, treatment, and transport services

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37
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Where are FLS personnel assigned during Civil Unrest?

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a. EOC (primary)
b. FOC (secondary)
c. Can be assigned to Task Force investigators, report to command

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38
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At the completion of the disturbance, FLS shall also perform:

A

Damage assessment with the Building Department

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39
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Where are training division personnel assigned during civil unrest?

A

EOC or FOC

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40
Q

Where are logistics division personnel assigned during civil unrest?

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PSC or other location

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41
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In a Civil Unrest, where is the FOC located?

A

10440 WOPB

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42
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The Div. Chief of EMS makes sure that _____ is activated during Civil Unrest.

A

a. Medical Resource Coordination Center (MRCC)

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43
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Who determines the minimum staffing of units during disturbances?

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The FOC

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44
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Relocation of field units may be necessary prior to:

A

Phase 2

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45
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Who gives periodic updates to crews within each district?

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a. B/C of that district

b. Maintain radio contact with each station

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46
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Who is authorized to operate in disturbance areas?

A

Only Task Forces

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47
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Who long should hose lines be when operating in a Civil Unrest?

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a. Kept as short as possible

b. 200’ to max. 500’

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48
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What are the rules when fighting fire in a Civil Unrest? (6)

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a. Stop fires that will cause conflagrations or move into residential areas
b. Stop exposures
c. Use heavy streams
d. No interior attack, unless victims can be saved
e. No overhaul
f. No ventilation

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49
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Incident command shall insure what form is completed for each Task Force response?

A

Task Form Alarm Information

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50
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Resources are only to be committed to an incident in the disturbance area:

A

a. If there is a threat to life or property

b. Determined by Task Force B/C that life or significant valued property can be saved

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51
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Staffing for command/supervisory units during Civil Unrest:

A

a. Minimum of 2

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52
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Staffing for engines during Civil Unrest:

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At least 4

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53
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Staffing for Rescue during Civil unrest:

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At least 3

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54
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Members recalled on overtime may upon arrival be utilized to:

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activate out of service units

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55
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What is the policy for lights and sirens in a defined critical area?

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a. lights should not be used unless absolutely necessary

b. sirens should be limited

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56
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If ordered to evacuate by the Task Force B/C, what is done with the hose and nozzle?

A

a. Try to get nozzles and equipment back on truck
b. Shut down the hydrant if possible
c. It may be necessary to leave hose at the scene

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57
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What is the air horn for “take cover” during civil unrest?

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Rapid intermittent blowing

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58
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What is the air horn for “prepare to move out” during civil unrest?

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Long continuous blowing

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59
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Prior to abandoning vehicles, what is done:

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Disable radio systems by:

a. Removing microphones
b. Removing fuses
c. Or cut the control lines and turn off radio

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60
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What is done if a fire hydrant is found open in a disturbance?

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Immediately close

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61
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If a fire originates on a main thoroughfare?

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a. Get lines to the rear of the building to prevent extension
b. Placed at extreme sides of the fire

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62
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What is the policy for deck gun use during Civil Unrest?

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Ground level, with apparatus behind FD personnel

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63
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If a report of a bystander is trapped, what is the procedure?

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Informant should be requested to accompany FD to location

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64
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What does a task force consist of in a Civil Unrest?

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2 Engines
1 Rescue (if needed)
Battalion
Lad/Plat (if requested)

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65
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Can the task force battalion alter the task force make up?

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yes, must notify the FOC and IC

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66
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When do FD units respond to a disturbance area?

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After PD confirms security

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67
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What is used when assigning members to a Task Force? (2)

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a. Task Force Assignment Form

b. Completed by company officer

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68
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What is located at the Staging Area for civil unrest? (4)

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a. 1 3/4”, 2 1/2”, LDH hose for replacement of lost or destroyed hose
b. Fuel trucks
c. Members of rescue units for treatment and transport
d. Food, cots, blankets, facilities for rehab

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69
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What is the helicopter used for during a civil unrest?

A

Define safe zones and escape routes

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70
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Grid search patterns shall be formulated by _____ during _____.

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a. Each affected station

b. Phase I/II

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71
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What type of search pattern is used during civil unrest?

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Grid search

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72
Q

What is a local disaster defined as:

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Fire, flood, explosion, or storm that might cause the destruction of essential operating records

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73
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Where should fire reports at individual stations be relocated to during civil unrest?

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Secure storage location within the station

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74
Q

Most essential records of the FD are located where?

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PSC

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75
Q

All material and records stored in cabinets below ____ should be relocated?

A

6”

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76
Q

All logistics suppliers below _____ should be located.

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6”

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77
Q

What three things does the advisory from National Hurricane Center advise?

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a Position

b. Speed
c. Intensity

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78
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When are hurricane advisories issued?

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055, 1100, 1700, 2300

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79
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An advisory is issued when hurricane conditions are:

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A possible threat to a certain area

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80
Q

Who gives the order to cease emergency activity?

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Fire Chief or designee

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81
Q

What is the comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP)?

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Guide to the emergency response by the City to disasters and catastrophic events

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82
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Where is the EOC located during a hurricane?

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Station 59

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83
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Directors from all departments will work under the direction of:

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Director of Public Safety or designee

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84
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How long can an “eye” last?

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Several minutes to more than an hour

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85
Q

Where is the FOC located during a hurricane?

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a. PSC

b. Operated by key personnel from FD

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86
Q

When is a hurricane watch issued?

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Hurricane conditions within 24 to 36 hours

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87
Q

When is a hurricane warning issued?

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Hurricane conditions in less than 24 hours

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88
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What are hurricane conditions?

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Winds of 74 mph or more and dangerous high tides

89
Q

What is the Hurricane Probability Projection?

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a. Percentage that the center of a storm will pass within 65 miles within 72 hours
b. Given by the National Hurricane Center

90
Q

What is a hurricane?

A

Fully developed tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 74 mph or more

91
Q

Hurricanes are rated by what scale?

A

Saffir-Simpson scale

92
Q

How wide can a hurricane be?

A

500 miles

93
Q

How many national weather centers operate by the National Weather Service?

A

3

94
Q

The National Hurricane Center in Miami has responsibility of:

A

National and International of the North Atlantic

95
Q

How is a storm surge produced?

A

winds and low pressure associated with a hurricane

96
Q

How many people die from a storm surge?

A

9 out of 10

97
Q

How big is a storm surge?

A

Wall of water up to 50 miles wide just to the right of where the eye makes landfall

98
Q

When is a storm warning issued?

A

Winds of 55-73 mph are expected

99
Q

When is a storm warning not preceding a hurricane warning?

A

If a hurricane is expected to strike a coastal area

100
Q

What is a tropical depression?

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a. Wind speed of 38 mph or less

b. Circular rotation at the surface

101
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What is a tropical storm?

A

a. Winds from 39-73 mph

b. Distinct rotary circulation

102
Q

Wind speed for Cat 1:

A

74 to 96 mph

103
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Wind speed for Cat 2:

A

96 to 110 mph

104
Q

Wind speed for Cat 3:

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110 to 130 mph

105
Q

Wind speed for Cat 4:

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131 - 155 mph

106
Q

Wind speed for Cat 5:

A

156+ mph

107
Q

Storm surge for Cat 1:

A

4 to 5 feet

10 to 30 foot waves

108
Q

Storm surge for Cat 2:

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6 to 8 feet

109
Q

Storm surge for Cat 3:

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9 to 12 feet

110
Q

Storm surge for Cat 4:

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13 to 18 feet

111
Q

Storm surge for Cat 5:

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20 or more feet

112
Q

Facts about Cat 1:

A

a. Damage to shrubbery and trees
b. Damage to unanchored mobile homes
c. Low lying coastal roads inundated

113
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Facts about Cat 2:

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a. Gust of 140 mph
b. Major damage to unanchored mobile homes
c. Some damage to roofs, windows, doors
d. Low lying escape routes cut by rising water 2 to 4 hours prior to arrival of eye

114
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Facts about Cat 3:

A

a. Gust of 160 mph
b. Mobile home destroyed
c. Structural damage to small buildings
d. Low lying escape routes cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours prior to arrival of eye
e. 5 feet or less above sea level flooded

115
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Facts about Cat 4:

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a. Gust of 175 mpg
b. Extensive damage to roofs, windows, and doors
c. Complete destruction of mobile homes
d. 10 feet or less above sea level flooded up to 6 miles
e. Massive evacuation within 500 yards of coast

116
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Facts about Cat 5:

A

a. Sustained up to 200 mph
b. Shattering of glass and complete failure of roofs
c. Massive evacuation within 5 to 10 miles of coast

117
Q

Where is the Fire Chief assigned during a Hurricane?

A

EOC

118
Q

Who assumes the responsibilities of the Emergency Management Coordinator?

A

a. The Fire Chief

b. Works with Director of Public Safety

119
Q

Where is the Deputy Chief assigned during a hurricane?

A

FOC

120
Q

What acts as the department PIO during a hurricane?

A

Deputy Chief

121
Q

What is the call sign for east battalion?

A

BC 39

122
Q

What is the call sign for west battalion

A

BC 83

123
Q

What vehicles will be used for East/West battalion?

A

BC Vehicle, R/Lt. vehicle, or spare BC vehicle

124
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Where is the logistics BC assigned?

A

FOC

125
Q

Who does the Logistics BC coordinate with to secure FD property?

A

Public works

126
Q

Where is the Operations Division Chief assigned?

A

Broward EOC

127
Q

The Operations Division Chief is responsible for which ESF?

A

4, 9, 10

128
Q

Where is the EMS Division Chief assigned?

A

FOC

129
Q

The EMS Division Chief is responsible for which ESF?

A

8

130
Q

Who directs the operations of the Fire Rescue dispatch center?

A

EMS Div Chief

All communication issues

131
Q

EMS Div. Chief will also ensure that the ____ is operational.

A

MCC

132
Q

Where is the Support Services Division Chief assigned?

A

EOC

133
Q

Where is the training division chief assigned?

A

FOC

134
Q

Where is the FLS division chief assigned?

A

FOC

135
Q

Where is the logistics lieutenant assigned?

A

FOC

Under the direction of the Logistics BC

136
Q

Where is the training lieutenant assigned?

A

Assist EMS Div. Chief with overseeing dispatch at FOC

137
Q

What is the call sign for east Rescue Lieutenant?

A

Lieutenant 39

138
Q

What is the call sign for west Rescue Lieutenant?

A

Lieutenant 83

139
Q

What is the Rescue Lieutenant vehicle assignment?

A

Ride with East/West BC as a combined unit

140
Q

Where is the administrative officer assigned?

A

FOC

141
Q

Who maintains the Hurricane Log of activities?

A

Administrative Officer

142
Q

Who should be familiar with all sources of water supply during a hurricane?

A

Company Officer and D/O

143
Q

A calamity such as a hurricane is an important:

A

moment of truth

144
Q

When is hurricane season?

A

June 1 - November 30

145
Q

When is the personal readiness plan activated?

A

Hurricane watch

146
Q

How are apparatus placed in the bay during a Hurricane Watch when the cease activity order is issued?

A

a. Nose in

b. Back of truck as close to garage door as possible

147
Q

Who gives the “Cease Emergency Activity” order?

A

FOC through BC

148
Q

What is the procedure for evacuation of the Fire Station? (4)

A

a. Remove all PPE
b. Logbooks turned over to BC
c. Elevate documents and files
d. Apparatus, computer hardware, and supplies by direction of FOC

149
Q

What is the staffing at Station 39 during a hurricane?

A

a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Lt 39: 1
d. BC 39: 1

150
Q

What is the staffing at Station 59 during a hurricane?

A

a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Plat: 2-4

151
Q

What is the staffing at Station 72 during a hurricane?

A

a. Eng:3-4

b. Res: 2-3

152
Q

What is the staffing at Station 83 during a hurricane?

A

a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Eng 183: 3-4
d. Res 183: 2-3
e. Lt 83: 1
f. BC 83: 1

153
Q

What is the staffing at Station 92 during a hurricane?

A

a. Eng: 3-4
b. Res: 2-3
c. Eng 192: 3-4
d. Res 192: 2-3
e. Hazmat: 2
f. Dive: 2

154
Q

What is the staffing at the EOC/FOC during a hurricane?

A

MCC: 1-3
Staff: 5-15
Dispatch: 2-4

155
Q

What are the 4 stages of preparedness?

A

a. Hurricane Watch
b. Hurricane Warning
c. Emergency Operations
d. Recovery

156
Q

What phase will personnel be arraigned to leave to secure personal effects?

A

Phase I - Watch and Phase II - Warning

157
Q

When is the EOC activated?

A

Phase I - Watch

158
Q

When do personnel start calling the Hurricane Hotline?

A

Phase I - Watch

159
Q

What phase can the Fire Chief cancel leaves and Kelly days?

A

Phase 1 - Watch and Phase II - Warning

160
Q

When are representatives sent to Broward EOC?

A

Phase II - Warning

161
Q

When does the EOC go into operation?

A

Phase III - Emergency Operations

162
Q

When does the FOC go into operation?

A

Phase III - Emergency Operations

163
Q

What is the “snapshot” damage assessment method used for?

A

To gather general damage assessment information during a disaster

164
Q

What are the focal points of the community?

A

Area clubhouses and fire station

165
Q

What are focal points for?

A

Information distribution

166
Q

Where are temporary field hospitals set up?

A

a. Fire Stations
b. PSC
c. Other location

167
Q

What is the purpose of the “snapshot” assessment?

A

Facilitate gathering of general damage information during disaster incidents

168
Q

What is the “snapshot” designed to do?

A

Provide quick indicator, in number form, reflecting damage to 100% of area

169
Q

When is the primary “snapshot” damage assessment performed?

A

After it is safe to return to the field (<1hr)

170
Q

What is the secondary “snapshot” assessment?

A

Windshield survey (>1-4hrs)

171
Q

Should a hurricane warning be issued in less than _____ hours from a hurricane watch, the department will attempt to relieve on-duty personnel for a maximum of ____ hrs.

A

a. Less than 12 hours

b. Max of 4 hours

172
Q

Should a hurricane watch precede a hurricane warning by _____ hrs or more, the department will consider all personnel who report for duty as having:

A

a. 12 hours

b. Completed their personal readiness activities

173
Q

Personnel called in for storm coverage will report to:

A

PSC or other location

174
Q

It is not anticipated that any new leaves will be approved once a hurricane _____ is issued.

A

Watch

175
Q

The food plan is a guide for _____ hrs.

A

a. 72 hours

b. At fire stations, EOC and FOC

176
Q

Where is the food plan food stored?

A

PSC or other location

177
Q

How many eating utensils are provided in the food plan?

A

100 of each

178
Q

How many gallons of water are provided in the food plan?

A

Minimum of 50 gallons

179
Q

How can tap water be disinfected? (2)

A

a. Boiling or adding plain household bleach

b. Tap water can be used for cleaning

180
Q

How much food is provided in the food plan?

A

Minimum of 3 days worth of pre-packaged food for 100 employees

181
Q

How much water should be stored for home storage?

A

2 week supply

182
Q

How much water should be stored per person?

A

14 gallons per 2 weeks

a. 7 for drinking and food prep
b. 7 for washing and brushing

183
Q

What is another name for leaching of chemicals?

A

Dissolving

184
Q

Which type of plastic is approved to use for food?

A

a. Polyethylene

b. including 55 gallon drums

185
Q

Which type of plastic is not approved to use for food?

A

Vinyl plastic water beds and trash containers

186
Q

Treating water for sterilizing and disinfecting: (2)

A

a. Treat each gallon with 16 drops of liquid bleach 4-6%

b. 1 teaspoon disinfects 5 gallons

187
Q

How long is water good for if it is stored sterile?

A

Many years

188
Q

How is statewide mutual aid requested?

A

a. Through Broward County Mutual Aid System

b. Or Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement for Catastrophic Disaster Response and Recovery

189
Q

Outside mutual aid for Sunrise will be directed to what staging location?

A

PSC or other location

190
Q

Outside mutual aid for Broward County will be directed to what staging location?

A

a. State designated staging area

b. Directed by Broward County EOC

191
Q

How are outside units marked?

A

a. with duct tape on the windshield

b. 172, 272, etc

192
Q

A list of units, personnel, and capabilities will be kept:

A

At each station and EOC command post

193
Q

For outside mutual aid, Sunrise personnel may be assigned as:

A

a. Radio operators and map readers

b. Serve as guides and document the activities

194
Q

How many sets of uniforms should each employee have in their personal readiness kit?

A

3 sets and 1 jacket

195
Q

How many gallons of water should be in the personal readiness kit?

A

3-4 gallons

196
Q

How many days of food should be in the personal readiness kit?

A

3-4 days

197
Q

Are pets allowed in Red Cross shelters?

A

No

198
Q

How much gasoline is required from a portable generator?

A

approx. 5 gallons per 8 hours

199
Q

What is your most important hurricane supply?

A

water

200
Q

Who issues the boil water order?

A

Public health department

201
Q

How long is a boil water effect?

A

at least 72 hours

202
Q

How can you strain water after a hurricane? (3)

A

a. through a paper towel
b. several layers of thick cloth
c. let settle in a container for 24 hours

203
Q

Use one of the following methods to purify the water: (4)

A

a. Boil for 3-5 minutes
b. Add 4 water purification tablets per gallon
c. Add 12 drops of 2% tincture of iodine per gallon
d. Add 8 drops of household bleach per gallon

204
Q

Water saved in clean containers will be good for ____.

A

2-3 weeks

205
Q

Dishes can be washed in tap water if rinsed in what?

A

a. Extra chlorine water, 15 drops per quart

206
Q

How much dry ice should be used?

A

50 lbs for 20 cubic foot freezer

207
Q

How do you communicate your “snapshot” assessment?

A

a. Via radio to EOC

b. If not in repeater mode, relay to B/C

208
Q

The snapshot assessment uses what type of search?

A

Grid search plan

209
Q

The county grids are divided into ____ square miles.

A

1

210
Q

During the primary search, the emphasis is on:

A

a. Saving those who survive the disaster

b. Triage is essential

211
Q

Search and rescue operations use what type of search?

A

outward sweeping circular pattern from the station

212
Q

What size is the ‘X’ for searching after a hurricane?

A

24” x 24”

213
Q

When is follow-up marking of the structure performed?

A

During search and reconnaissance phase

214
Q

How many emergency phones are there?

A

a. 9 in PSC

b. 7 in City hall

215
Q

ESF 4:

A

Firefighting

216
Q

ESF 8:

A

Health/Medical services

217
Q

ESF 9:

A

Search and Rescue

218
Q

ESF 10:

A

Hazardous Materials

BC Test (12 decks)

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