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Administration Policy Operative Management (APOM) Flashcards

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1
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What shall be checked visually on aerial ladder/device daily the checkout procedure

A

Hydraulic reservoir levels.

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SCHEDULE A cleaning and maintenance.

A: ENGINE,LADDER AND RESCUES

 • sweep out all compartments 
 • Wipe all hand tools
 • Lubricate compartment doors locks and 
 latches
 • Check and lubricate fire extinguisher 
 brackets
 • Wipe down dashboard and all cab 
 interior surfaces
 • Sweep cab floor
 • apply tire shine
 • wash and wax entire unit
A

SCHEDULE B CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

A: ENGINE AND LADDER

 •Connect pump to hydrant
 • pump water through discharges
 • at least one gate should have nozzle
 attached and flowed to 150 psi
 • back flush pump
 • operate relief valve
 • lubricate discharge handles and 
 drains where necessary with white lithium 
 or grease gun
 . Lubricate front suction butterfly or 
 applicable wye
 • check deluge gun(s) for operability and 
 ease of motion,lubricate as necessary 
 • check deluge gauge for readability
 • check and lubricate where necessary, all 
 ladders and high suction bracket clamps
 • check ladder halyard for fraying,etc

B. Aerial Ladder Device

 • check aerial ladder for crack in structural 
 members and welds
 • check capers for where and tear, tension, 
 etc.
 • checked Nylatron blocks for wear and
 tear; lubricate per driver's manual.
 • flow water through water-way and 
 ladder as necessary per manufacturer's 
 manual.
 • check emergency power switch and 
 override switches
 • lubricating out riggers per 
 manufacturers manual
 • rotate and external aerial.

c. Rescue:
• White countertop, cabinet doors, etc. With
a disinfectant
• mop interior floor with a light bleach
(1:100) solutions
• clean all suction units
• wipe down and disinfect all backboards

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3
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In an effort to enhance existing procedures dealing with vehicle repairs?

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Vehicle work order forms should be completely filled out detailing the issue with the Apparatus and forward electronically to the logistics division

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4
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When should a unit report to city garage for immediate repairs without going “out of service”?

A

Safety repairs and quick fixes.

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Who should the officer contact before going to city garage for repairs and quick fixes?

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Logistic division who will in turn contacted the garage supervisor on duty. Logistic will then contact the officer for further instruction

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6
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where are City fuel pumps located?

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Miramar waste water reclamation facility.(13900 Pembroke Road)

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When we refueling at the city pumps, it is important to leave master battery on for the fuel system to work? (Sec:304.06)

A

true

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The procedure for refueling with the AIM2 system is

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  1. Pull up to fuel pump
  2. Shut ignition off,leave master battery on
  3. Insert the nozzle into the vehicle fuel fill
    opening (leave pump off)
  4. Go to system control panel
  5. Press C
  6. Enter pump # when asked
  7. Swipe your ID card. System should display
    “turn pump on”
  8. Return to the pump and turn pump on(flip
    lever)
  9. Keep nozzle inserted fully into the fuel
    opening at all times when refueling if the
    nozzle retracts out it can shut the pump
    down and you will have to start the process
    all over again
  10. When tank is full simply turn the pump off
    (flip lever)and returned it nicer to the
    retainer on pump.
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In the event that the AIM2 system is not working?

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Fuel key located in lockbox attached to the base of the fuel system control panel

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10
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What is the combination to the lock box ID for the old system

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9- 1-2(new code 908)

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How do you work the old system

A
  1. Enter lockbox combination 9-1-2 (new code
    908)
  2. Insert key into the appropriate location on
    the fuel system control panel
  3. Follow directions 6-10 from AIM2
  4. Return key to the lock box and close door
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12
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Upon returning to the fire station the fuel receipt should be?

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Attached using clear tape to the EXXON/MOBIL SPEEDPASS TRACKING FORM #063. Review by on shift battalion and submitted through chain of command to the administrative service division for processing

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13
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Where should all fuel keys and speed passes be kept

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On the narcotic box key ring. in the event that that a truck need to be taken out of service, the fuel keys and speedpasses will be taken off the narcotics key ring and placed on the key for the vehicle being out of service.

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The execution of the daily activity schedule shall be the responsibility of the

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Station captain under the approval of the shift battalion chief

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15
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The department daily calendar will be review by

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Station captain

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16
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Officers may down apparatus until

A

Safety items have been corrected

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17
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Completed check out sheet should be reviewed by the station captain

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For items which required immediate attention such as safety items, severe leaks of air or fluids,no head lights

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The logistic division and/or city garage should be contacted

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For situations requiring immediate attention

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19
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During daily check out,The pump pressure Shall be raised to approximately

A

150 psi, the primer operated, and the relief valve/pressure Governor tested for operability daily

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20
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Any and all in-service apparatus a equipped with a aerial ladder /device shall be

A

Operated daily during the check out procedure.

The ladder shall be raised,extended and rotated.

Hydraulic reservoir levels shall be checked visually

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21
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What shall be used to lubricate

A

White lithium or grease gun

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22
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When parking emergency vehicles during non-emergency situations

A

Position the Apparatus in a manner has as to facilitate a quick and safe response

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23
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The unit’s warning lights shall be used to caution civilian traffic

A

When backing any fire rescue vehicle

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24
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In order to maximize appropriate protection for our community

A

The non-emergency movement of unit will be closely monitored

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25
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If the battalion chief is unavailable for a consultation and movement outside of the primary district is essential.

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The unit shall first obtain permission from the station captain then check with fire comm to determine status of other units and ensure such movement can be accomplished without adversely impacting city protection

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26
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The maximum turnaround time for rescue at a hospital should be

A

10 to 15 minutes to clear medical facility

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27
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Who shall be constantly aware of fuel level

A

Company officers, driver, or other person responsible for a vehicle

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28
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To maintain fuel level unit shall

A

Refuel when returning from calls, training or details

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29
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Reaction/turnout time for all personnel and units should not exceed

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80 seconds for fire incidents and 60 seconds for EMS responses during normal conditions
(NFPA 1710 ed. 2010 sec.4.1.2.3(2))

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30
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Whose responsibility is it to ensure compliance with the traffic preemption policy

A

The captains and lieutenants

31
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Drivers are required to obey all emergency vehicle traffic laws in accordance with

A

1•Florida statute 316..072 state uniform traffic control

2• miramar fire rescue department SOP 400.15
Vehicle safety operation

3• miramar fire rescue department policy
400.17 highway safety

32
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Traffic preemption device is disabled when

A

The emergency lights are shut off and/or the driver’s door is open

33
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To reactivate the traffic preemption device

A

Depress the on/off button and/or shut your emergency lights off and turn them back on

34
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The decision to transport a patient code 3 vs code 1 should be based on

A

Sound patient assessment and risk benefit analysis as determined by the Lt or paramedic in charge

35
Q

All problems with intersection operation should be reported to

A

To the captain,who in turn shall report it to logistics

36
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It shall be the responsibility of the driver of any apparatus to confirm

A

That the traffic preemption device is functioning correctly at morning check out and during response to alarm assignments

37
Q

Morning check out of the preemption device

A

1• turn on all warning lights

2•Preemption device will cycle on

3•Three green lights on the unit will indicate
system is operational

4•Open the driver’s door to cancel /reset the
preemption

38
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The officer in charge of the first arriving fire rescue unit will

A

Serve as the incident commander and advise other responding units of the situation

39
Q

Upon arrival of other agency representatives

A

A unified command maybe instituted

40
Q

If a unified command is not established the incident commander must have direct contact at all times with a

A

Law enforcement representative

41
Q

Specific direction should be conveyed through dispatch by the first arriving units to help

A

Direct later arriving units when response problems are encountered are on scene situation change

42
Q

A request should be directed to the incident commander to provide

A

An escort are traffic assistance to expedite emergency response, if necessary

43
Q

The incident commander will be ___the until one can be assigned

A

Safety officer

44
Q

Florida State statute 316. 126 dictates that drivers

A

Pull parallel to the nearest curb

45
Q

Whenever practical, operators will maintain a minimum of

A

100 feet of separation between vehicles to allow for sufficient reaction time

46
Q

Fire department members are authorized to exceed posted speed limits a maximum of 10 mph

A

Only when responding to an emergency incident under favorable conditions

47
Q

Favorable conditions means there is

A

Light traffic, good roads, good visibility and dry pavement

48
Q

Drivers are responsible for the operation of the vehicle at all times while it is in motion

A

true

49
Q

a unified command system is responsible for

A

Interaction and coordination of individual agencies to develop one unified plan of action

50
Q

The first arriving Public Safety Agency

A

Will serve as the incident commander and advise other responding apparatus of the situation

51
Q

As soon as law-enforcement start to control the traffic flow and conditions are safe for emergency personnel

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Fire department vehicles should be repositioned or removed from the travel lanes to assist law enforcement with resumption of normal traffic flow

52
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At residential medical emergencies,apparatus shall park

A

at the nearest curve to the resident for safe patient loading whenever possible

53
Q

Always position first arrive in Apparatus to protect

A

The scene, patient, and emergency personnel

54
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Rescue units should be position within the protected temporary work zone with their rear patient loading door area

A

Angled away from the nearest Lane of moving traffic

55
Q

Under less than favorable conditions the posted speed limit is

A

Maximum speed permissible

56
Q

Activities consistent with department mission are

A 
1•Delivery of emergency 
    services
2• shift change with formal 
     information exchanged 
3• Vehicle and equipment check
4•Vehicle, equipment, and facilities 
     maintenance
5•pre-schedule training
6• Company level training
7• special details and events
8•Physical training
57
Q

Items which require immediate attention are

A

1• safety items
2•Severe air or fluid leaks
3• no headlights

58
Q

Vehicles assigned to staff members shall be checked on a regular basis for

A 
1• proper fluid levels
2• proper tire inflation and 
     Proper operation of all lights
3• windshield wipers
4• horns
5• emergency warning systems
6• tread wear
59
Q

Various apparatus shall be cleaned and maintained in greater detail will be scheduled for

A

Each Saturday morning

60
Q

Per NFPA 1710 ed.2010 sec. 4.1.2.3(2)

A

Turn out time for units and personnels should not exceed 80 seconds for fire and 60 seconds for EMS under normal conditions

61
Q

Drivers are required to obey all emergency vehicle traffic laws in accordance with

A

1• Florida statute 316. 072 state uniform traffic control

2• MFRD SOP 400.15 Vehicle Safety
Operation

3• MFRD Policy 400.17 Highway
Safety

62
Q

What is the mandated document for response to hazardous materials incident throughout the state of Florida

A

OSHA 29CFR 1910.120

63
Q

ACTIVITIES CONSISTENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT MISSION ARE

A

1• delivery of Emergency Services

64
Q

What is our mission statement

A

To protect serve and educate over Community with pride and professionalism

65
Q

What is our core values

A
  1. We are dedicated to a culture of safety
  2. we selflessly serve our community with courage, compassion and charity
  3. we believe in leadership is demonstrated through Integrity, commitment, loyalty and humility
  4. we Foster professionalism through excellence,teamwork, respect and accountability
  5. We treat each other and the public with respect based on Mutual trust and open and honest communication
66
Q

Used traffic cones for the lane closure which should be approximately

A

250 feet from the rear of the apparatus so has to taper from the incident

67
Q

The captain of the secondary suppression unit will contact Turnpike or I-75 Ops on

A

Event 3 channel while responding to the incident

68
Q

The captain of the secondary suppression unit shall be responsible for notifying all other responding units of

A

The precise incident location received and any other relevant information

69
Q

Whenever the situation allows, emergency vehicles should back into limited access area to facilitate

A

A quick and safe exit

70
Q

All dispatched calls for service shall require emergency Personnel to report to their apparatus and respond with your vehicle moving within

A

80 seconds for fire incidents and 60 seconds for EMS.

71
Q

When leaving the station for emergency response what will be activated

A

the wall mounted preemption device

72
Q

Mission statement

A

protect serve and educate our community with pride and professionalism

73
Q

Vision statement

A

to be a premier fire rescue Department recognized as an industry role model in effectiveness, efficiency and Community partnering

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