Chapter 5 Alarm Assignments Flashcards
BOX-AREA AUTOMATED RUN-CARD BUILDER (BARB): Explanation of how the BARB system assigns companies:
5.1
BARB is a Geographic Information System (GIS) based software application for automating the building of alarm box assignments. By utilizing information about the road network from NYC’s maps, BARB can generate response routes to every street address. Each firehouse and alarm box location is identified using its GPS location. The
distance from each firehouse (Citywide) to each alarm box (Citywide) is calculated using the NYC maps to route the closest companies to each alarm box. These results build a computerized alarm assignment card. BARB also enables the reassignments of alarm boxes as a result of changes to road networks.
What are CL3D or Dummy boxes assigned for?
5.4 Note:
Some FDNY boxes are categorized as CL3D, or Dummy boxes. A Dummy box is a specific location where no actual alarm box exists, such as on highways, bridges, or in tunnels. This location is given a box number, assignments, and cards as if it were an actual box to enable the computer to assign units to that location.
Company Commanders responsible for quarters can request a copy of their alarm assignments through the chain of command to who?
5.5.3 B.
Company Commanders responsible for quarters can request a copy of their alarm assignments through the chain of command to the Chief of the Bureau of Communications.
What are the procedures and format that shall be adhered to in submitting changes in alarm assignments?
5.5.3 C.
1. All recommendations for unit alarm assignment changes shall be submitted through the chain of command to the Chief of Department for final endorsement. BC and DC endorsements are required. If the change is approved, it will be forwarded to the Alarm Assignment Unit.
2. Format of Report
Subject: Recommended Changes in Computer Alarm Assignment
A. Borough and Box No.
B. Problem
C. Reason
D. Suggested Solution
