D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents (12/04/2018) Flashcards
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
All AFD accidents should be reported to and investigated by:
The appropriate BC or Staff Supervisor
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What happens if the BC on duty is an Acting BC?
The next closest BC rank will be assigned
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who may assist with the investigation of a collision?
Safety Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will make the initial determination of preventable or non-preventable?
The BC
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Which vehicles do not require the kit when involved in an accident?
Personal vehicles when operated on city business
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What does the Collision Report Kit contain (3)?
- AFD Vehicle Inspection Checklist
- Exchange of Info Form
- COA Fiscal Responsibility Card
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the Exchange of Info Report, in the Collision Kit?
- 2 part form
- Top part (keep) for other driver info
- Bottom part to provide info to other driver
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who cannot collect refusals from anyone involved in the accident?
Personnel that were involved in the accident
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who should be notified immediately if an apparatus is involved in an accident?
Fire Dispatch
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Once notified of an accident, Fire Dispatch will initiate the:
Collision Group page
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
When should the Collision Report Kit be completed?
- After treatment of injuries and securing the scene
- Before leaving the scene
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will respond to the scene?
The investigating officer (BC)
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
When will APD be requested to investigate?
When there is private property damage
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who is normally responsible for notification and coordination with the COA Accident Repair Center if on-duty and available?
Risk management
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the procedure to follow during normal business hours if the apparatus is damaged and needs repairs but the truck is drivable?
If during normal business hours, The Fleet Accident Group (6400 Bolm Rd) should be contacted immediately to schedule an inspection.
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the procedure to follow during normal business hours if the apparatus is damaged and needs repairs but the truck is not drivable?
The Service Center where the truck goes for regular maintenance, and the Fleet Accident Group should be notified.
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Where should the investigating Officer deliver all appropriate documentation?
Risk Management
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
All AFD personnel involved in the accident shall:
Document the incident in writing using the electronic forms
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
The Investigating Officer shall evaluate the reasonableness of the action of the member involved in the collision by using what?
The Reasonable Person Standard (What a member with similar training and experience would be expected to do in a similar situation)
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who all will review the Investigating Officer’s findings?
- The involved member’s division chief
- Risk Management Division Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will be responsible for creating a remediation plan for the involved member?
Member’s BC or Section Supervisor
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who has final approval of a remediation plan?
Member’s Division Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Remediation plans can include these 4:
- Documented oral counseling
- Performance Improvement Plan
- Notice of Unacceptable Behavior
- Driver Training
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Where should a copy of the Performance Improvement Plan be sent for retention?
To the member’s Division Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Where should a copy of the Notice of Unacceptable Behavior be sent?
PSO
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
If it is determined that a violation of AFD policy contributed to the accident, the reports shall be referred to who for review?
The Professional Standards Office
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
When shall an investigation team be formed to review the investigative file and recommend further action (4)?
- If it is the member’s 3rd judgement error in a rolling 18 month period
- Serious Injury
- Death
- Major property damage
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who (5) will be on the investigative team?
- PSO rep
- Involved member’s BC or Section Supervisor
- Involved member’s Division Chief
- Risk Management Division Chief
- Others as needed
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the purpose of the investigative team?
- Identify the root cause of the preventable collision
- Create a remediation plan
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will review the initial ruling of preventable or non-preventable?
- Shift Commander
- Risk Management Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
In the event there is not a consensus on a final ruling, who will make the final determination?
Risk Management Chief
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who should the Investigating officer notify if the criteria for drug screening has been met?
Shift Commander
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who are not required to notify dispatch of a collision that happened?
Civilians involved in a collision operating their own POV if they are not filing for indemnification
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the procedure to follow after normal business hours if the apparatus is damaged and needs repairs but the truck is drivable?
If after hours, contact the Fleet Accident Group the morning of the next business day
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
What is the procedure to follow after normal business hours if the apparatus is damaged and needs repairs but the truck is not drivable?
If after hours, Fire Dispatch should be contacted for help getting the on-call mechanic to evaluate and facilitate a vehicle exchange
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
The electronic reports filled out by all members involved in the accident should be completed:
On scene
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
The involved member’s BC or Section Supervisor assigned to the investigative team shall be responsible for the creation of a report that will contain (3):
- Investigative team’s findings
- Actions
- Recommendations
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who is responsible for maintaining a database of AFD collisions and statistics?
Risk Management
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will conduct trend analysis of AFD collisions?
Risk Management
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Collision updates will be provided how often?
Quarterly
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Risk Management will provide collision updates to who?
The Joint Health and Safety Committee
[D101.6 Reporting and Investigation of AFD Apparatus and Vehicle Accidents]
Who will analyze and be responsible for making any recommendations for modifications to vehicle/apparatus operation practices, equipment, or policy?
The Joint Health and Safety Committee