Chapter 1 Flashcards
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How can the fire officer keep fire fighter out of trouble when it comes to use of social media?
Chief and company officers should develop and enforce policies designed to best shape their departments image. rules and regulations must be in place to address posting work-related comments, photos, or videos on social media.
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How do firefighter maintain that positive image in which firefighters are usually seen?
We maintain a polished image by presenting a positive attitude in our interactions with the public.
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In dealing with the public what are three motherly rules that would serve all well?
- Talk to people the people the way you would want them to talk to your mother.
- Often it not what you say, it’s how you say it.
- Your attitude will influence the people around you.
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Your persona is often perceived based upon your attitude. How does the way you carry and present yourself to others effect others?
The way your carry and present yourself to others contributes to your success both in the firehouse and with the public.
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What is the cornerstone laid in a combat-ready attitude?
fire companies must be ready to go to work, not for just confirmed working fires, but on every single run out the door. Every response we make, until we determine otherwise could be the biggest fire of our career.
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What are the two excuse heard most about complacent attitudes?
“We never go to fires” … how are you preparing for fires? Must have realistic training opportunities to be prepared
“We always go to fires”… the only consistent thing about firefighting is that it is different each time. Must stay vigilant.
8 The Authors (Shaw and Mitchell) suggests creating good fireground habit for yourself, how is that helpful?
Creating good habits and routines creates muscle memory.
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What is the key to creating good habits?
repetition
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Who is being let down by firefighters who are not promptly ready to operate on arrival?
Themselves, lack for readiness may get them killed or injured.
Their families, same reasons
The company, they are the weak link in the chain .
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Many FFing LODDs don’t occur from one catastrophic event but instead, _____.
an assortment of simple failures that ,when put in sequence, becomes tragic.
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The spectrum of performance in firefighters will vary widely, as an officer what should your role be in achieving the highest performance out of a crew as possible?
While each individual FFer might not achieve the pinnacle of firefighting excellence we should always try to push the team curve in that direction. The finest fire company may have a few weaker links, but with training and sharing among all members the whole chain will be stronger in the end.
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What do leaders often struggle finding the balance between?
Finding the balance between interpersonal relationships and the ability to pass along messages in battle and in the firehouse.
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LDRSHIP adapted from the U.S. Army Seven Core Values:
Loyalty-Officers must be loyal to their crews, they build this loyalty by training well, treating people fairly, and by setting a positive example.
Duty- Set the bar to an achievable level and reward completion, don’t accept complacency.
Respect- Treat others as you would want them to treat you.
Selfless service- Inspire your members to appreciate the commitment they have made to the community, the Dept., the company and each other.
Honor- Be professional
Integrity- Be fair, impartial, and equitable with each other.
Personal Courage- leaders must stand firm on principles and convections because oftentimes, the courageous decision may not be the most popular.
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____ is that gets us started, ____ keep us prospering, ____ keep our focus keen, and we all should strive to push the curve in the in the right direction towards fire service excellence.
Motivation, Good habits, Leaders
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We should all be focused on things we can exercise control over in our quest for fire excellence. What is the most important thing?
Attitude, it is the driving force behind your appearance and your desire to strive for the best.
