Book 75 Accident Prevention and Safety Manual

Question 1

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employees shall:

1. Practice injury and illness prevention during drills, training sessions, and actual incidents.
2. Wear the provided protective equipment as required, and use respiratory equipment as needed, according to the Manual of Operation.

3 . Be aware of their moral and legal responsibilities under the Cal/OSHA act of____, and abide by the Department rules affecting safety and health.

Answer 1

1973

Question 2

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The on-call Safety Officer shall be dispatched by OCD and respond under the following conditions:

Answer 2

1. All major emergencies (more than 15 companies dispatched).
2. Serious injury or fatality of a member.
3. A request is made by the Incident Commander for response of the Safety Officer.

Incident Commanders should request response of the Safety Officer to provide on-scene staff assistance related to the safety of members involved in any incident which has the potential for creating unusual safety hazards (i.e., hazardous materials, large flammable liquid spills, etc. ) .

Question 3

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Form General 79lNotice of Commendation

Form 38-F-71Civilian Employee of the Quarter

F-1104/Personnel Notice

Section 33 - Personnel Department Policies

Answer 3

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When an employee is absent without authorization I for ____ or more consecutive calendar days, the supervisor may consider the absence a “resignation under Civil Service Commission Rule 7.2 . (abandonment of position), or proceed toward recommending discharge-

Abandonment of position proceedings may be followed when the employee is absent from duty without explanation and then only after reasonable efforts to contact the employee have been made. Abandonment of position under Civil Service Commission Rule 7.2 is not to be used if discharge is appropriate. . (Amended lO/3 l/8 0 )

Answer 4

seven

Question 5

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After being given a reasonable opportunity to review the above documents and materials, the employee may respond, either orally or in writing (at the option of the employee) . __ to __ days, depending on the complexity of the case, is considered a reasonable notification of impending disciplinary action.

Answer 5

One to five days

Question 6

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Written Notice

(a) Use “Notice to Correct Deficiencies1* (Form Gen. __ ). It should contain a full statement - of the reason for the notice.

Answer 6

Form Gen. 78

Question 7

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DO NOT GIVE THE INSPECTOR ACCESS TO THE PREMISES UNTIL THE DEPARTMENT SAFETY OFFICER, A CITY SAFTETY ENGINEER OR INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST ARRIVES

Answer 7

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Question 8

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The reason why the individual committed the unsafe act, or why someone allowed an unsafe condition to exist. There are numerous reasons. Studies show that they can be grouped into three specific categories.

Answer 8

1. Phvsical Defect. The person was physically unable to do the job safely, because of physical handicap, fatigue, poor vision, etc.
2. pack of Knowledue or Skill. The person either did not know the safe practice or fully understand how to proceed in accomplishing the task.
3. Unsafe Attitude. The person was capable and knew the right way; but for some reason, such as inattention, carelessness, or short cutting, did not perform correctly. This determination is a difficult one for an investigator to make. It requires that he exercise experienced, mature judgment. Failure to make these determinations may often result in obscure or inappropriate corrective action.

Question 9

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Recently-approved Chief’s Regulation No.__ bans razor ribbon and other fencing on parapets

Answer 9

No. 10

Question 10

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Ordinary razor ribbon may be cut with tin snips, a mechanical axe, or Porter wire cutters.

Answer 10

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Question 11

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BEWARE! The razor ribbon may spring back when it is cut. Always restrain it with a pike pole or similar tool before cutting. If the razor ribbon tops a tall chain link fence, the initial entry may be made through the chain link portion by using a rotary saw. Porter wire cutters are also an effective tool for cutting chain link.

Answer 11

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Question 12

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Currently, the Department has two (2) approved self-rescue techniques,

Answer 12

“ladder bailout and window hang”, taught by certified International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Fire Ground Survival (FGS) cadre members

Question 13

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In no situation shall a 5/16” Dacron Braided Line commonly referred to as “drop bag rope/line” be used for any component in an above-ground firefighter escape or rescue
rappelling.

In no situation shall a “no-knot” or drop bag rope/line “clasp” be utilized in any firefighter escape or rescue rappelling training.
Members shall only use Department approved Rope Systems (Software and Hardware).

Answer 13

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Question 14

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Fluid Replacement

During exercise, training, and arduous activity, such as fire ground operations, fluid replacement must be a priority. There are various models regarding daily water intake under different circumstance such as exercise and fire ground operations. Based on all the best evidence to date, authorities from Europe, the U.S. Institute of Medicine, and the World Health Organization recommend between 8 to 11 cups of water a day for women, and 10 to 15 cups of water a day for men. This includes water from all sources, not just beverages. On average, the human body gets about a liter from food and the water our body makes.

So this translates into a recommendation for women to drink 4 to 7 cups of water a day and men 6 to 11 cups, assuming only moderate physical activity at moderate ambient temperatures is being performed. Pre, post, and during fire ground operation (or exercise), Firefighter Nation (2011) recommends:

Prior to Fire ground Operations (or exercise)

Drink at least 16 oz. of water an hour before operations/exercise to ensure your fluid levels are up to par. If you are dehydrated prior to exercise, try to consume 32 oz. of water.
Drink 8-10 oz. every 10-15 minutes.
During Fire ground Operations (or exercise)

Drink cool (40 degrees F); dilute fluids at a minimum rate of at least 8 oz. every 15 minutes or 34 oz. per hour. Those who are dehydrated must drink 8 oz. every 10 minutes or 50 oz. per hour.
Drink 8-10 oz. every 10-15 minutes.
If exercising longer than 90 minutes, drink 8-10 oz. of a sports drink (with no more than 8% carbohydrate) every 15-30 minutes.

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After Fire ground Operations (or exercise)

If the exercise (fire ground activity) lasts for less than an hour, the body should have sufficient electrolyte and carbohydrate supplies to maintain optimal performance. Therefore, for short periods of exercise, water is just as good as sports drinks.
If exercise (fire ground activity) lasts for more than an hour, use a sports drink with electrolytes and carbohydrates along with water to rehydrate the body.
Weigh yourself before and after exercise and replace fluid losses, drink 20-24 oz. of water for every pound lost.
If no water was consumed during exercise (fire ground operations), aggressively rehydrate at a rate of 16 oz. of fluid every 15-20 minutes.

Answer 15

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Question 16

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fuel geyser -

Answer 16

Allow the engine to cool for 20 minutes before opening fuel cap.
Move at least 20 feet or more from any heat source.
Start the saw at least 10 feet from the fueling area.
Do not use fuel older than one month.

Question 17

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MPORTANT: Stihl chainsaws have additional procedures for mitigating tank pressurization or “vapor lock” which are symptoms of potential fuel geysers.

Answer 17

1 US Forest Service Department of Agriculture. National Fuel Geyser Awareness.
Do not open the tank if Stihl chainsaw is running poorly and “vapor lock” is suspected.
Check fuel level; if the tank is over 1/2 full DO NOT open the tank.
Close choke; pull starter rope 20 times or until the saw fires.
Once the saw fires; place choke lever in starting position.
Pull starter rope 10 times or until saw starts.
If the saw does not start; discontinue use. Let the saw cool completely. DO NOT open the tank.
Once the saw is cool, start this process over.
Be cognizant while operating chainsaws and other small gasoline powered engines and always wear the appropriate PPE for emergency and training operations.

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The following are the four types of violence defined by Cal/OSHA:

Answer 18

1. Type 1 Violence - Workplace violence committed by a person who has no legitimate business at the work site, and includes violent acts by anyone who enters the workplace with the intent to commit a crime.
2. Type 2 Violence - Workplace violence directed at employees by customers, clients, patients, students, inmates, or visitors or other individuals accompanying a patient.
3. Type 3 Violence - Workplace violence against an employee by a present or former employee, supervisor, or manager.
4. Type 4 Violence - Workplace violence committed in the workplace by someone who does not work there, but has or is known to have had a personal relationship with an employee.