AUC 332 PUBLIC SPEAKING &PRESS POLICY

Question 0

All requests to ride in FD vehicles by any individual not authorized to be present in a FD vehicle must be

Answer 0

Forwarded to and approved by the Chief of Operations. This is to ensure the individuals presence receives approval and that a liability release form is completed

Question 1

Who may authorize a member of the department to act as FDNY spokesperson at an incident or event and make statements on behalf of the department

Answer 1

Fire Commissioner
IC
Office of Public Information (PIO)

Question 2

A public information officer is available for

Answer 2

Special call by Battalion or Deputy Chiefs should they require the assistance of the PIO