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DB 04-05
Conflict of interest. Relationships not involving a supervisory conflict are ___________ under this directive unless they create a negative impact on the involved employee’s performance, productivity or work environment.

not reportable

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DB 04-05
Conflict of interest. Supervisors shall report in person or in writing to ___________________ any personal, social, business or family relationship that has the potential to cause a conflict of interest.

their commanding officer

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. Members are reminded that keeping a combative patient or a person exhibiting aggressive behavior in a _______ position for an extended period of time can be harmful.

Prone

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. All restrained persons shall be kept in a _________ position whenever possible

left lateral

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. If the person is simply argumentative or making verbal threats against members or bystanders, place a “___________________” call to OCD and stand by for LAPD.

Back up the Fire Department

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. Patients in positional asphyxia upon arrival at hospital, are found to be profoundly hyperthermic, with body temperatures often exceeding ___° F

105

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. It is vital to attempt to identify and reverse the two causes of agitation that may be reversible in the field:

hypoglycemia and hypoxia

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. The Taser weapon fires metal barbs attached to long wires into the victim, delivering a brief ________ volt jolt of electricity.

50,000

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. The Taser barb itself ________ be removed in the field

shall not

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DB 05-08
Management of aggressive behavior. Whenever a person with aggressive behavior has been forcibly restrained, they shall be transported by _________ and shall be monitored with continuous pulse oximetry.

paramedics

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. When is the policy effective?

May 1st, 2008

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. Primary responsibility for compliance with the Department personal appearance standards rest with ______________________, with supervisors setting the example and informing and educating their members.

each Department employee

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. Supervisors shall recognize and immediately correct any violation at the ___________ possible.

lowest level

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. Members may request a ________ exemption for tattoos, scarifications, or brands already in existence on the effective date of this policy that cannot be covered by a Department-approved uniform or skin patch.

one-time

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. Members requesting this exemption must submit their request in writing to the ______________ or appointed designee, with photographs documenting the tattoos, scarifications, or brands for which they are requesting exemption.

Operations Commander

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DB 08-04
Implementation and procedures for tattoo, scarification and branding policy. _____________ and _________ are appropriate actions when dealing with initial violations.

Verbal counseling, training

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DB 11-10
Second 800 MHz radio for company commanders. Two radios will be assigned to the Captain position on every ________ Company and _______ Company.

Truck, Engine

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DB 11-10
Second 800 MHz radio for company commanders. The additional radio is intended to provide company officers with increased communication ability and ______________________ during emergency operations, thereby increasing overall operational safety.

enhanced situational awareness

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DB 11-10
Second 800 MHz radio for company commanders. All officers shall carry two radios during ____ emergency operations

all

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DB 11-12
Apparatus Availability. The Apparatus Tracking System (ATS), updated by Station Commanders on _________ and when apparatus service status changes, provides the Department with timely information pertaining to apparatus assignment and availability.

a daily basis

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DB 11-12
Apparatus Availability. This information enables the Department to provide “_______________” to planned and spontaneous events.

surge capacity

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DB 11-12
Apparatus Availability. The Ready Reserve fleet includes __ fully equipped Engines, __ fully equipped BLS Rescue Ambulances, and various specialty apparatus.

21, 26

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DB 11-12
Apparatus Availability. What is an Apparatus that is normally staffed and equipped on a daily basis?

Front-line

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DB 11-12
Apparatus Availability. What is an Apparatus that is not equipped or staffed, is maintained on a stand-by basis to temporarily replace front line apparatus that have been placed out-of-service for repair.

Reserve

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DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. What is a Reserve apparatus that takes the place of a front-line apparatus on a temporary basis using staffing and equipment from the Front-line apparatus. When operating in Relief, the Reserve apparatus takes on the radio designation of the apparatus replaced

Relief

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. What is an Apparatus that is equipped, but not normally staffed. Apparatus include Rescue Ambulances, Engines, USAR apparatus, HazMat apparatus, Brush Patrols, Foam Tenders, and many other apparatus.

Ready Reserve

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Detailing or hiring members to staff Ready Reserve apparatus in order to augment field resources describes what?

Surge Capacity

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Increasing the number of available resources by staffing apparatus not normally staffed i.e. Ready Reserve engines, 200-series engines, Ready Reserve rescue ambulances, brush patrol apparatus, Describes what?

Augmented Staffing

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. In-and-out repair is a repair made on apparatus that is expected to be completed within no more than __ hours.

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. A storage location identification tag, identifying the secure location within the Fire Station where this equipment (ePCR, radios, defibrillator, cell phone) is stored, shall be attached to the ____________________ to enable members assigned to augment staffing to know where to obtain assigned equipment.

apparatus steering wheel

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. When a Ready Reserve apparatus is placed out-of-service for more than __ hours, Station Commanders shall “Change-over” the Ready Reserve apparatus into a Reserve apparatus.

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Ready Reserve apparatus may be used for a maximum of __ hours to replace Front- line apparatus placed out-of-service for mechanical repairs. Front-line apparatus that cannot be repaired within __ hours shall be replaced by “Change-over” into a Reserve apparatus.

8, 8

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Department staffing may be augmented by staffing _____________ apparatus for a specific duration at the direction of Fire Chief, Chief Deputy Emergency Operations, Deputy Department Commander, or OCD Division Commander.

Ready Reserve

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Station Commanders shall notify their _____________ and ______ anytime a Ready Reserve apparatus is activated.

Administrative Battalion Commander, OCD

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Who is responsible for the availability and distribution of LAFD emergency resources?

MFC

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. MFC shall not allow more than a total of ___ companies to be either NAV and/or CAV.

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. MFC shall not allow more than a total of __ BLS and __ ALS Rescue Ambulances to be either NAV and/or CAV.

8, 8

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. Anytime the Department augments staffing levels, scheduled in-and-out repairs shall be __________ unless the repair, if not made, would require that the apparatus be placed out-of-service.

cancelled

DB 11-12 Apparatus Availability. S&M Truck total fleet, front line, ready reserve, reserve apparatus

63, 42, 0, 5

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. What is A building that may be empty or unoccupied, but there exists an owner with an expressed interest in the building.

Vacant building

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. What is A building where there is no clear owner/landlord or responsible party that can be easily reached. These buildings are often not secured, poorly maintained, dilapidated, and in a dangerous condition.

Abandoned building

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. According to the NFPA, there are approximately _______ structure fires that occur in vacant and abandoned buildings every year in the U.S.

31,000

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Fire Department members shall notify the ____________________ if they discover a vacant/abandoned property that presents a danger to firefighters.

MFC Floor Captain

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. The information provided to the MFC regarding the vacant/abandoned building shall also be entered in ____ and the _________.

FPOS, Station Journal (F-2)

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Who requires fencing and posting of signs at vacant or abandoned structures to prevent entry?

Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. The _______ of such property is responsible of properly securing the vacant/abandoned building from unauthorized public access.

owner

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. The Fire Department will place these _________ placards on at least ___ sides of this structure to alert incoming fire companies. The Fire Department will provide and install these placards at no cost to the property owner.

24” x 30”, two

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. If the owner chooses to install the placards or use a private company, please have the owner notify the _____________, in writing, within ___ days of the date of this letter.

Fire Marshal's office, 14

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. The provisions of Chapter __ of the Los Angeles Building Code contain the requirements and procedures that LADBS applies to such buildings.

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Placards shall be __ inches by __ inches minimum in size with a ___ background, white reflective stripes and a white reflective border with 6 inches for hazard identification symbols. The stripes and border shall have a __-inch minimum stroke

24"x30", red, 2

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Placards shall bear the _____ of their application to the building and the date of the most recent inspection.

date

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. What is a complete red placard with 2" white border?

Normal structural conditions at time of marking (not used by lafd)

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. What is a red placard with 2" white border and one diagonal stripe?

Hazardous Building, structural or interior hazards exist, interior firefighting or rescue operations conducted with caution.

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. What is a red placard with 2" white border and two crossing diagonal stripes?

Dangerous Building, Structural or interior hazards to consider exterior operations only, limiting entry to known life hazards

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. The following symbols should be placed directly above the placard for those that apply. R/O, S/M, F/E, H/F

- Roof open - stairs, steps, landing missing - avoid fire escapes - holes in floor

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Placards can be obtained at both _________ Offices and shall be posted by field personnel.

Division

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. Placards shall be applied on the front of the structure and be visible from the street. Additional placards shall be applied to the side of each entrance to the structure and on ____________.

penthouses

DB 13-04 Dangers of vacant/abandoned buildings. On average, ___________ firefighters are injured in the US at vacant/abandoned buildings.

4,500

DB 13-05 Distracted Driving-Revision to the cell phone policy. There are __ major types of distractions: eyes off the road (_____); mind off the road (______); and hands off the wheel (______)

3, visual, cognitive, manual

DB 13-05 Distracted Driving-Revision to the cell phone policy. ____________ usage shall be restricted to official Department business only and is permitted when absolutely necessary.

Cell phone

DB 13-05 Distracted Driving-Revision to the cell phone policy. Distracted driving is any activity that diverts a person’s attention away from what?

the primary task of driving

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. This system identifies the hazards of a material in terms of ____ principal categories

three - health - flammability - reactivity (instability)

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Each category indicated by level of severity numerically by ___ divisions ranging from “Four (4),” indicating a severe hazard, to “Zero (0),” indicating no special hazard.

fire

Diagrams are with “Health” always being on the ___, “Flammability” at the ___, and the “Reactivity (Instability)” on the ___.

left, top, right

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Color backgrounds are used for the three categories, ___ for “Health” hazard, ___ for “Flammability,” and _____ for “Reactivity (Instability).”

blue, red, yellow

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Fourth space at bottom used for special information. If multiple hazards, the __ worst hazards will be in that space. The symbols shall be stacked with the most severe hazard positioned on ___ and second most severe directly _______.

2, top, below

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Industrial/commercial buildings, which have received “conditional use” approval for residential occupancy by artist/artisans, will be identified with an “__” in the bottom fourth space.

"A"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. The recommended symbol to indicate unusual reactivity with water and to alert firefighting personnel of the possible hazard of using water is the symbol “__”.

"W"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Combustible metals (titanium, magnesium, zirconium and aluminum) shall be indicated with an “__” in the fourth space if the quantities or the physical state satisfy the LAFD criteria for placarding (occupancies that exceed ___ pounds of combustible metals as per Table 4-A of the Los Angeles Fire Code or that process or store ___ pounds or less of combustible metals that are in the form of dusts, chips, powders, turnings, or ribbons.

"M", 500, 500

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Jewelry businesses, including the manufacturers that are over the exempt amounts shall be indicated with a “__” (jewelry mart) in the fourth space.

"JM"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Agricultural/wildlife “exempt fireworks” shall be indicated with an “__” in the fourth space for any quantities that are stored.

"FW"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Occupancies where excessive moisture or smoke will severely affect the value of the building or contents shall be indicated with a “__” (Limited Water) in the fourth space.

"LW"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. The “__” is the only symbol that is not required by this requirement and would be used only upon request of the occupancy and approved by the Fire Chief.

"LW"

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Substances that need to be contained (such as PCB’s) to avert further environmental damage will be indicated with a “__”.

“C”

DB 14-04 NFPA 704 Warning Placards. Any area where hazardous materials are stored, processed, or used, shall have a sign conspicuously posted in letters no less than ___ inches high on a contrasting background reading “No Smoking” or open flame within __ feet as required by the Fire Chief.

three, 25

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. All requests for entry shall be made by the _______________ __-hours in advance.

Station Commander, 24

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. __________________ responsible for the fire suppression activities in the geographic area of the training location shall be notified prior to any request being forwarded to a facility.

Battalion Commanders

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. All requests shall be directed to the Security Director of the property (when a facility does not have a Security Director, the ______________ shall be contacted).

Building Manager

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. Upon arrival to the facility, the Commanding Officer should enter through the main entrance with no more than __ members and coordinate the entry of his/her company

two

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. The Company Officer shall provide the security personnel with a _____________ of Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) personnel participating in the visit and a statement of intent (email or memo is sufficient)

written roster

DB 15-19 Training Request for Downtown High-Rise Buildings. All persons participating in the training shall have their _____________ and their ____________ on their person when entering the facilities.

California Drivers License, LAFD ID badge

DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel. Beyond the “tell, show, do” method or concept of training, explaining “___” each task or operation is being performed is vital to the growth of each member and essential to building a highly skilled and proficient crew.

why

DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel. When conducting outside drills, Officers are responsible for maintaining coverage within their respective first-in districts, as well as the company’s readiness to respond within __ seconds for EMS, and __ seconds for fire suppression or other related incidents.

60, 80

DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel. To ensure all companies are maintaining timely emergency responses, during training evolutions, ___________ may be left at training sites provided they do not compromise emergency capabilities and present traffic or other types of hazards to the public.

supply-lines

DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel. In large districts where extended travel times may exceed ___ or more minutes when training in the most distant parts of the district, or when the complexity of the training may result in a lengthy delay getting to the apparatus or pick-up of equipment, responsible Officers shall put in place contingency plans to avoid any unduly delayed responses in their districts.

DB 15-17 Responsibilities of Officers to Train and Counsel. Our priority is to ensure a _________________ response to emergencies.

rapid and safe

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. When did the LAFD formally adopt the hailing term "Mayday"?

January 5th, 2014

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. What is the LAFD risk management policy?

Risk a lot to save a lot Risk little to save little Risk nothing to save nothing

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. This shall be initiated by a member when his/her life is in danger and the situation cannot be corrected in ___ seconds.

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. The "Mayday" will be delivered on the incident tac. If after ___ “Mayday” attempts the member does not receive acknowledgement on the incident tactical channel he/she shall activate the Emergency Alert Button (EAB) and declare the “Mayday” again verbally.

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. What are the 3 "W's" that are imperative to give during a "mayday" situation?

Who, Where, What

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. The air in one’s cylinder can be further extended by employing the survival breathing technique. The survival breathing technique is performed by extending exhalation ___ times that of inhalation.

two

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. Whenever possible, the member in distress shall point the light at a ___ angle and shine it outward where a rescuer may see it.

45°

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. Identifying a ___________ is the most critical element of the Self Survival procedure

viable exit

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. Firefighting efforts must _________ in the area that a member is believed to be down, missing, or trapped.

intensify

DB 15-11 Risk Management Policy and FF Emergency/Mayday Procedures. I/C initiates Emergency Traffic tones for __ seconds.

DB 16-06 Emergency Operations - Efficiency and Safety 2016. The _______ of our LAFD members is of the highest priority.

safety

DB 17-07 EMT Administration of Narcan Nasal Spray. The spray is easy to administer and works within __________ of administration

minutes

DB 17-07 EMT Administration of Narcan Nasal Spray. All members, including EMTs and Paramedics, may administer Narcan Nasal Spray as needed after their training is complete. Only ___ trained member per resource is required for its use.

one

DB 17-07 EMT Administration of Narcan Nasal Spray. Each box of Narcan Nasal Spray contains two 4 mg doses. Every emergency resource shall carry a minimum inventory of ________________.

two (2) boxes (4 doses).

DB 17-03 Social Media Policy. A first responder who captures the photographic image of a deceased person by any means, for any purpose other than an official law enforcement purpose or a genuine public interest is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding _________ per violation.

$1,000

DB 17-03 Social Media Policy. What must non authorized social media users, that identify as department members, include on their social media?

"The views I express on this site are my own and do not reflect any official view or position of the LAFD"

DB 17-03 Social Media Policy. The ____________________ shall be responsible for determining whether social media content and use covered under this policy complies

Community Liaison Office

DB 18-14 Fentanyl-Exposure Hazards and Incident Management. The United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has estimated that as little as _______ of illicit fentanyl may be enough to cause respiratory depression, respiratory arrest, and/or possible death (5 to 7 grains of table salt)

2-3 milligrams

DB 18-14 Fentanyl-Exposure Hazards and Incident Management. Legal (licit) fentanyl is a synthetic opioid drug estimated to be ___ times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin.

100

DB 18-14 Fentanyl-Exposure Hazards and Incident Management. At minimum, nitrile gloves, eye protection, and a _____ mask should be worn when attending to a patient with signs or symptoms of opioid overdose.

P-100

DB 18-14 Fentanyl-Exposure Hazards and Incident Management. Decon, Hand sanitizers _____________ be used as they may contain alcohol which can increase the absorption of fentanyl through the skin. Copious amounts of soap and water are recommended in lieu of sanitizers.

should NOT

DB 18-12 Behavioral Health Awareness. Prioritize sleep at a minimum of ____ hours per night

7- 8

DB 18-12 Behavioral Health Awareness. Exercise at least __ times per week

DB 18-12 Behavioral Health Awareness. In efforts to prevent negative psychological outcomes within our membership, the LAFD encourages members to access behavioral health resources at ____________ during their career process.

each stage

DB 12-09 Opioid Epidemic. Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death for Americans under __, and opioid addiction is driving this epidemic.

DB 12-09 Opioid Epidemic. Approximately one in ____ patients being treated for chronic pain developed some level of drug dependency.

four

DB 12-09 Opioid Epidemic. At any time, for Imminent Need, for a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) call out request, and for all after hour and weekend requests for support services, please contact the _____________

MFC Floor Captain

DB 18-07 Training Safety. United States Fire Administration (USFA) reports that approximately ___% of all annual line-of-duty deaths were training-related.

11%

DB 18-07 Training Safety. The leading cause of training-related deaths annually are ____________ followed by traumatic injury.

Heart attacks

DB 18-07 Training Safety. Physical fitness activities, apparatus/equipment drills, and ___________ exercises were the three leading types of training-related activities associated with the fatalities [USFA]

live-burn

DB 18-07 Training Safety. The purpose of training is to improve technique, skills, tactics, self-development, and _________.

retention

DB 18-07 Training Safety. During training, supervisors should ensure that all participants have what items available to the members?

bottle of water or sports drink ice

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. ______________ can occur at or outside the workplace and is one of the leading causes of job-related deaths.

Workplace violence

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. Any form of violence or threat of violence whether actual or reasonably perceived involving a City employee or occurring in the workplace must be reported to a supervisor, manager, or the Department’s _________ office.

Personnel

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. The LAFD Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP) is based on California Code of Regulations, Title __, Section 3342

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. 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.

Type 1 Violence

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. Workplace violence directed at employees by customers, clients, patients, students, inmates, or visitors or other individuals accompanying a patient.

Type 2 Violence

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. Workplace violence against an employee by a present or former employee, supervisor, or manager.

Type 3 Violence

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. 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.

Type 4 Violence

DB 18-04 Workplace Violence Awareness Information. The LAFD has created a ________________ Team that is responsible for the evaluation and management of all reported threats or acts of workplace violence involving LAFD employees.

Threat Assessment

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. AAR’s were developed by the ____________ to capture lessons learned and improve performance.

U.S. Army

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) has adopted the AAR as an ________ and as a ________ process, following any all-hazard incident or training exercise and should be conducted at the end of the incident or event.

informal, formal

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. Informal AAR’s are required for incidents reaching the deployment of a _________ Alarm, encouraged for incidents requiring multiple resources at the discretion of the Incident Commander (IC), and should be conducted following mitigation or when practical.

Greater

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. Formal AAR’s will consist of _______ level review or higher AAR accompanied by an After Action Review Report (AARR) (Major Emergency/Multi-operational periods, etc)

Bureau

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. The ____ Sheet is utilized for review of a serious injury, near miss, and/or fatalities and shall be normally prepared within __ hours after the Serious Incident Review Team’s (SIRT) arrival at the incident or training site.

Blue, 72

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. The _____ Sheet is an Informational Summary Report utilized for review of a serious injury, near miss, and/or fatality and shall be normally prepared within ___ calendar days of the SIRT’s arrival to the incident or training site unless otherwise directed

Green, 30

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. The ____ Final Report shall be required for a serious injury, near miss, and/or fatality when the investigative process will exceed ___ days to compile a comprehensive report.

SIRT (Serious Incident Review Team Final Report), 30

DB 18-01 After Action Review Policy and Procedures. Any incident or training event requiring a formal AARR shall have all associated records/documents maintained in the corresponding Bureau Office for a minimum retention of ___ years.

DB 19-19 Public Recording of Department Members. The public, including media representatives, have a _____________ right to record Department members in public places, so long as their actions do not interfere with the duties or safety of Department members.

First Amendment

DB 19-19 Public Recording of Department Members. If requested, Department members should provide their _____ and _____.

names, rank

DB 19-19 Public Recording of Department Members. If the recording party persists in trying to annoy or to agitate the situation, Department members should provide the individual with the contact information for the Department’s _____ through the on-duty Public Service Officer

PIO

DB 19-18 Police Body Worn Video Cameras and Recording of Department Members. Members should conduct themselves as they are being recorded when?

at all times

DB 19-14 Managing Conflicts and Disagreements in the Work Environment. What has been put in place to evaluate individual situations/circumstances to identify workplace violence concerns and determine level of intervention?

Workplace assessments

DB 19-13 Reducing Occupational Exposure to Fire ground Contaminants and Carcinogens. The two routes of greatest concern for firefighter exposure to carcinogens are __________ and _________.

inhalation and absorption

DB 19-13 Reducing Occupational Exposure to Fire ground Contaminants and Carcinogens. Skin permeability increases with temperature. Skin absorption increases by ____% for every 5 degree increase in skin temperature.

400%

DB 19-13 Reducing Occupational Exposure to Fire ground Contaminants and Carcinogens. The most permeable piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the what?

the hood

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. What is one of the most important tools the LAFD members are issued to protect themselves?

Turnout clothing

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. What PPE shall be laundered in Extractors?

Turnouts (inner & outer shells) Brush jackets Brush shirts Brush pants Firefighting hoods

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. Regardless of exposure to contaminants at a working structure fire, PPE shall also be cleaned in an Extractor a minimum of _____ a year and may be cleaned more frequently if deemed necessary.

twice

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. Companies leaving their district to launder PPE shall obtain approval from _______________ prior to leaving their district. Company status while washing PPE shall be "CAV" with the permission of MFC.

Metro (MFC)

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. What time are companies strongly encouraged to launder PPE?

in the evening hours due to daytime activities

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. What is the max amount of garments to be washed per load?

Turnout coat/pants, shell/liners - 4 each Brush jackets/Pants - 6 each

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. How much extractor laundry detergent do you add to detergent cup number 1?

one cup

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. Heavy soiled turnouts/brush use cycle __, approx 38 min wash durations. Lightly soiled turnouts/brush use cycle __, approx 23 min wash duration.

6, 2

DB 19-12 Extractor-Washer Machine and PPE Laundering Procedures. Fire stations housing extractor are responsible for insuring all maintenance is completed, however, request for equipment repair shall be submitted to who?

Building Administration/Fire Facilities Section

DB 20-18 Management of Patients In-Custody or with Combative Behavior. _________ de-escalation shall always be attempted prior to the application of physical restraints unless members perceive an immediate danger to their safety or the safety of others on scene.

Verbal

DB 20-18 Management of Patients In-Custody or with Combative Behavior. Restrained extremities should be evaluated for pulse quality, capillary refill, color, temperature, nerve and motor function immediately following application and every ____ minutes thereafter.

DB 20-18 Management of Patients In-Custody or with Combative Behavior. Restraint methods must allow the patient to straighten the _______ and _______ to take full breaths.

abdomen and chest

DB 20-18 Management of Patients In-Custody or with Combative Behavior. PIC may refuse prehospital treatment but they may not refuse what?

transport

DB 20-18 Management of Patients In-Custody or with Combative Behavior. The ________________ is the only acceptable device to control the exposure of prehospital care providers to a patient's bodily fluids and when the patient is combative, belligerent, or otherwise uncontrollable and when an N95 mask or oxygen mask cannot be safely applied.

TranZport Spit Hood

DB 20-13 Mental Health On-Call Services Guidelines. The LAFD’s two Department Psychologists and UFLAC’s Mental Health Clinicians rotate the on-call responsibilities on a _______ basis.

monthly

DB 20-13 Mental Health On-Call Services Guidelines. Who maintains the on-call clinicians roster and most up to date information regarding who you should call should you need assistance?

MFC, Floor captain or BC

DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members. Recordings made while on-duty for Department purposes are considered _________________.

Department records.

DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members. The Department strictly _________ the use of any recording devices during working periods for non-Department purposes.

prohibits

DB 20-09 Use of Recording Devices by Department Members. The State of California Penal Code states, in part that, “a first responder, operating under color of authority, who responds to the scene of an accident or crime and captures the photographic image of a deceased person by any means, including, but not limited to, by use of a personal electronic device or a device belonging to their employing agency, for any purpose other than an official law enforcement purpose or a genuine public interest is guilty of a __________ punishable by a fine not exceeding _______ per violation.”

misdemeanor, $1,000

DB 20-06 Firearms on City Property. Employees are strictly prohibited from carrying any firearm while on duty, and regardless of duty status, employees are strictly prohibited from bringing any firearm to work or keeping any firearm on City property, except for who?

qualified members assigned to Arson Unit

DB 21-05 Revised Patient Disposition Policy. What is the single most important EMS policy?

LAFD PDP, determines minimum level of service needed to provide appropriate level of patient care.

DB 21-05 Revised Patient Disposition Policy. Who must maintain a proficient working knowledge of all provisions within the PDP?

All members who engage in patient contact

DB 21-05 Revised Patient Disposition Policy. Any patient with a condition listed in Section C requires either a _________ evaluation or an ALS assessment.

telemedicine

DB 21-05 Revised Patient Disposition Policy. Section __ summarizes the principles for the policy’s usage in the field. Section __ identifies requirements and guidelines associated with patient vital signs. Section __ is the Los Angeles County DHS Trauma Triage Decision Scheme

D, E, F

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. What is the most valuable asset of our department?

our members

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. We will now use what term to describe the steps prior to and including the issuance of an F-1104 Notice to Improve Performance?

Progressive engagement

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. How many copies of F1104 are produced?

3 original to member duplicate to members immediate sup (maintained in members file at fire station) Triplicate through channels to members bureau office

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. How long is F1104 retained?

Until deficiency is corrected, Bureau office will destroy triplicate copy when notified of correction

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. Who creates F1105 Reprimand?

PSD, sent through channels and issued by supervising officer

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. The vast majority of performance and personnel issues can be addressed with _________ and _________.

counseling and training

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. What step in progressive engagement is Informal Counseling/Coaching - Informal discussions intended to address performance problems or minor instances of misconduct and may be initiated at any time.

Step 1

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. What step in progressive engagement is Formal Counseling/Training – When policy violations occur and the member needs additional training and re-iteration of expectations.

Step 2

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. What step in progressive engagement is Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)/Interim Evaluations – The result of a member continuing to violate similar policy/procedures or continued performance problems after being counseled and trained by their supervisors.

Step 3

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. What step in progressive engagement is F1104 Notice to Improve Performance (NTI) – A notice given to correct repeated instances of minor misconduct or identified performance problems.

Step 4

DB 21-04 Progressive Engagement in Personnel Management. When is a CTS entry necessary? CTS can be accessed through the LAFD Intranet. Resolution box at bottom of the complaint form.

when it is a serious or repeated issue

DB 22-09 De-Escalation in Patients Experiencing Mental Health Crises. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness,” one in ___ American adults suffer from some form of mental illness in a given year,”

DB 22-09 De-Escalation in Patients Experiencing Mental Health Crises. The safety of _____________ is the highest priority on any incident that we respond to.

our members

DB 22-05 Human Trafficking Awareness and Procedures. The average age for a person to fall victim to human trafficking is _____ years old.

11-13

DB 22-05 Human Trafficking Awareness and Procedures. If making the request via radio, make sure to use the phrase “_______________________” in the message to MFC.

suspected human trafficking victim

DB 22-05 Human Trafficking Awareness and Procedures. Check the Suspected Human Trafficking (HT) box on the ePCR under __________________.

Mechanism of Injury

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Fire suppression certified members below the rank of Battalion Chief shall maintain a minimum of a California Commercial Class __ driver license with a firefighter endorsement (listed as a Restriction 50 on license) or an X endorsement prior to __ months of employment.

B, 18

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Proof of submitting the medical documents must be submitted to the In-Service Training Section, DMV/Driver Coordinator at DMVcoordinator@lacity.org within ____ business day of submission to the DMV.

one

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members who hold the rank of Battalion Chief shall maintain a minimum of a Class __ driver license with a firefighter endorsement. Members who hold the rank above Battalion Chief shall maintain a minimum of a Class __ driver license.

C, C

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members shall notify their immediate supervisor of any changes in the status of their license within the _____ business day.

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members shall notify their ___________________ of any restrictions the DMV has imposed on their driving privileges within the next business day.

immediate supervisor

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Submit an F-225 THROUGH CHANNELS to their appropriate __________________ requesting approval to obtain an out-of-state driver license, prior to obtaining an out-of-state license.

Operations Commander

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members who hold an out-of-state driver license shall submit a driver history report annually to the DMV/Driver Coordinator by email at DMVcoordinator@lacity.org prior to _________ each year.

January 30th

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members obtaining a Commercial Class B license shall obtain their license through the City of Los Angeles Fire Department ______________ at the In-Service Training Section.

Employer Testing Program (ETP)

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Driver License. Members who hold the following ranks are exempt from maintaining a Commercial Class B license, but are required to maintain a minimum of a Class C license with a firefighter endorsement:

Fireboat Mate, Fireboat Pilot, Helicopter Pilot, Arson Investigator, Rank of BC, Non-fire suppression certified member

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Drivers License. As soon as a member is aware of any change in their license status for any reason, the member shall immediately notify their ________ as per the Manual of Operations

supervisor

DB 22-03 Maintaining a Valid Drivers License. The Department will require members to maintain a minimum of a Commercial Class A license with a firefighter endorsement, or an “X endorsement” to operate the following apparatus:

Heavy Rescue, Tractor Transports, FEMA semi-trailer, Command post trailers, any legal combination of vehicles with GCWR of 26,001 lbs or more, provided the GVWR of vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 lbs.

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. The HVV may be worn anytime a member feels its necessary, however, HVV shall be worn during the following and prior to exiting the apparatus.

- Directing traffic around accident or fire incident - Aiding a stranded motorist - Attending to injured and/or ill patients in vehicles directly adjacent to moving traffic - Performing functions during apparatus backing operations

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. The HVV is made of 100% polyester material with ________ breakaway design to minimize the risk of becoming entangled in equipment and allowing for greater mobility in critical situations.

five-point

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. The HVV features __ silver reflective material background.

2”

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. When not in use, the vest folds into a convenient storage pouch that is attached to the inside of the garment and shall be stored in __________ of a light vehicle or heavy apparatus.

the cab area

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. How do you clean the HVV?

warm water and line dried only. Do NOT use bleach/Dry clean or Iron

DB 22-02 High Visibility Vest. If damaged, defaced, faded, torn, or if it is not visible at ______ feet, the HVV shall be sent to the Supply and Maintenance Division for replacement.

1,000'

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. LAFD backing policy complies with _____ standards and ______ recommendations.

NFPA, NIOSH

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. The vast majority of backing accidents involve the lack of good visibility, poor judgement and a breakdown of _______________.

communication

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. The __________ of the vehicle is responsible for the SAFE operation of the vehicle at all times.

driver/operator

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. What is the hazard zone of the apparatus?

15' to the rear and 3' to the sides

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. A Safety Officer, normally the _______________, shall directly supervise and ensure safety of all backing operations. Safety Spotter(s) should be utilized while backing on narrow streets and hillside roads.

Company Officer

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. What is the department universal stop sign?

both arms fully extended with open palms facing the driver/operator and verbal communication by shouting “STOP!”

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. When backing an aerial ladder apparatus, the Apparatus Operator and Tiller member shall continue to wear their headsets and communicate verbally through their headsets. The _________ will assume the role of the Safety Spotter while backing the apparatus.

Tiller member

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. What is the minimum PPE while involved in backing operations?

helmet and HVV

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Prior to any backing operation, the ______________ shall ensure the plan of operation is known and understood by all members prior to leaving the apparatus.

Company Officer

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Station Commanders shall review the LAFD Backing Policy with all members prior to annual Battalion Driving Instructor training, not to exceed __ year, and when there is a transfer of any new member within their command, regardless of assigned platoon.

one

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Prior to backing any Department light vehicle when only one member is operating, the member should do what?

Conduct a risk assessment/survey area in path of backing. Look for another LAFD member to assist, consider LAPD or other city personnel if on scene

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Apparatus shall always be backed in a _____ controlled manner.

slow

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. What is the max speed while backing apparatus for both heavy and light vehicles?

Idle speed

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Drivers shall consider using all available lighting during nighttime hours and inclement weather. Drivers can consider shutting down emergency lighting when ___________________ for increased safety and visibility.

clear of street and/or sidewalk

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Backing/rehousing light apparatus with passenger, “If no one is immediately available to assist, the driver shall exit the vehicle, perform a ______________, ensure clearance and the path of travel is clear.”

360 evaluation

DB 22-01 LAFD Apparatus Backing Policy. Because of its hazards, the ___________ of ALL LAFD APPARATUS should avoid backing, whenever possible.

driver/operator

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Accident cause and determination is made by who?

the investigating law enforcement agency.

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. A completed Department accident packet containing all necessary related accident reports (LAPD documents, F-150, Form Gen. 88, SRS, witness cards, etc.) shall be forwarded to their respective Bureau Office within _______ calendar days.

seven

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Any extension beyond seven days to forward accident packet to bureau office needs ______________ approval and notification to Emergency Operations.

Bureau Commander's

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. All members are __________ to fully participate in the investigative process.

expected

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Who shall be notified if LAFD apparatus involved in serious accident, i.e., fatality, serious injury, etc.?

- Assistant bureau commander for area where accident occurred - 24hr platoon Assistant Chief - Risk Management (RMS) on-call safety officer - LA City Attorney

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. What is criteria for LAPD major collision investigative team (MCIT) response?

A. Any fatality or severe injury involving city-owned or a city milage vehicle B. Any fatality or severe injury, which may result in criminal felony and beyond scope of investigating officer expertise. C. Any major unusual traffic occurrence when requested by concerned traffic division watch commander

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. A Form General 88 (FG-88) Automobile Accident Report shall be completed by the driver, and _______ person, if a ladder truck is involved.

the tiller

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An F-225 will no longer be required to obtain the driver’s statement per ______ requirements.

FBOR

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An SRS (formerly F-80) shall be completed by the ______________ (or supervising Officer).

Station Commander

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Law enforcement report is not required for accidents involving Department apparatus versus _____ property where there is no damage to either.

city

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Administrative Assistant Bureau Commanders for the member’s regular place of assignment should conduct an accident hearing normally within __-days from receipt of the accident packet. Hearing dates may be adjusted if directed by the City Attorney due to litigation.

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Any clear violation of Department policy, obvious neglect, accidents causing extensive damage, injury or liability to the City shall be placed into the Complaint Tracking System (CTS). Additionally, members with multiple at fault accidents (__ or more) will also be placed into CTS.

two

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Interviews shall normally be conducted between 0800 and 1700 hours, weekdays, unless the investigation is time sensitive. Members are given __ days to secure a representative.

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. If management determines that the matter is time sensitive, and the member is unable to obtain representation within __ minutes, management reserves the right to detail an available representative of the member’s choice to provide representation to the member.

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Per the Penalty Guidelines, whenever a first offense violation has the potential for a penalty of “B” or greater. A “B” penalty is a __ to __-day suspension.”

6 to 10

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. Investigations that are serious in nature shall be recorded. Prior to the interview an Interview Admonition shall be given. This. is commonly referred to as what?

Lybarger

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. If an accident is determined to be a Category II, III, or IV accident, the Hearing Officer shall initiate an entry in _____.

CTS

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An accident in which fire Department personnel exercised reasonable judgment and precautions, exhibited good apparatus/vehicle operator’s and Officer’s skills and observed all State, local and fire department statutes, ordinances and rules.

Category I

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An accident which occurred because of inattention to vehicle operator’s and/or Officer’s responsibilities or because of misjudgment of clearance in operating apparatus near stationary objects.

Category II

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An accident which occurred because of an apparatus/vehicle operator’s misjudgment of clearance from other vehicles, deficiency in defensive driving techniques, or failure to anticipate other vehicle’s movements.

Category III

DB 22-12 Traffic Accident Investigation Procedures. An accident in which fire Department personnel failed to follow established Department rules and regulations, policies and procedures. PSD will handle accountability to disciplinary guidelines for any member that is found to be at fault, the accident rises to the level of discipline, and discipline is recommended for such by the Traffic Accident Hearing Officer.

Category IV

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. The single, most essential element for success in the wildland fire environment is providing _____________.

good leadership

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. "Leaders Intent" focuses on communicating what 3 things?

-task -purpose -end state

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Which part of Leaders Intent provides the context for the action or reason that the action is to be undertaken, and answers the question “why.”

Purpose

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Which part of Leaders Intent describes the physical work to be done?

Task

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Which part of Leaders Intent provides the leader with an opportunity to describe expectations and what the event should look like on the far end, or when the operational period has been concluded?

End state

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. What is TIER concept?

Take Initiative, Engage, and Report (TIER)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. What is often the first thing to fail during times of chaos or crisis?

communication

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. In all cases where action is taken under the premise of TIER, verbal notification shall be made to the immediate supervisory position, and documentation noted on the company commanders daily ICS-______.

214

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. What describes any significant accident or medical emergency – risking “life or limb,” occurring in the field during an incident that directly involves Department personnel or other assigned resources in a wildland fire incident setting?

Incident within an Incident (IWI)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. All routine medical incidents (i.e., non-life-threatening), shall continue to be administered under the established ICS-206 Medical Plan as an injured/ill member, (i.e., line-emergency), and shall not be administered as an ____.

IWI

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Who can request to implement the IWI plan at any time if they determine the scope of the medical incident has exceeded the capabilities of line resources as identified in the ICS-206?

Any level of operational line supervision(division/branch directors), operations sections chiefs(OSC) or the Incident commander (IC)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Who shall assume command of the IWI and become "on-scene IWI Commander"?

Nearest Division/Group Supervisor(first priority) or Operations Branch Director (second priority)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Radio communications for IWI shall be on what channel?

the established incident command channel

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. When established, the ________________ will coordinate radio procedures for the IWI emergency.

Communication unit Leader (COML)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. In the event of an “___________________” transmission, the IC/OSC may activate the emergency radio tones to ensure radio silence prior to communicating the nature of the hazard.

EMERGENCY TRAFFIC

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Communicating _________________ of members in imminent danger has been identified as a key factor in increasing accuracy and reducing response time of incident aircraft.

GPS coordinates

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Who is the only person authorized to release names of injured or deceased individuals, crew names or designators?

Geographic Bureau Commander/Agency Administrator having jurisdiction of the incident

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. An AAR will be held for each incident that has an IWI and will normally be facilitated by who?

Deputy IC or Safety Officer (SOFR)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Covid 19 readiness, stock each pumping apparatus with a __ day supply of PPE/cleaning supplies. Stocked with __ hour supply of MRE's & water for each member.

7, 72

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Covid 19 readiness. If one member becomes symptomatic (or + test) while on a mutual aid strike team deployment, recommend demobilization of ______ resource. If two or more members are symptomatic or (+ test) from ___ or more engines, demobilize the entire S/T

single, two

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Burning index (BI) 0 to 37

low

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Burning index (BI) 38 to 47

moderate

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Burning index (BI) 48 to 100

high

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Burning index (BI) 111 to 161

very high

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Burning index (BI) 162 and above

Extreme

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. What is considered Red Flag?

Wind > 25 mph and RH<15%

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Who is responsible for monitoring current and expected fire weather conditions and the impact to department resource staffing?

On-duty operations valley bureau (OVB) Assistance Chief assigned to Command 42

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Who shall participate in the conference call chaired by Command 42 at 1500 hrs the day before pre-deployment/augmentation is anticipated?

- Command 42 - Command 22 - MFC Batt Chief - Weather subject matter expert (if available) - DDC (EOPS & Bureau Deputy Chiefs may also participate)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. When the Department is in pre-deployment mode all companies shall stock their apparatus with ____ extra gallons of Thermo-Gel for a total of 12 gallons, (if available) and maintain apparatus fuel levels at ________ and above

eight, ¾-full

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. The LAFD has been assigned the block of designation numbers _____ through ____. Task Forces and Strike Teams formed by MFC will be assigned a number starting in sequence from 1001 to _____.

1000, 1074 1030

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Task Forces and S/T's formed at the scene of an incident shall be assigned a number starting in sequence from ____ to ____.

1031, 1074

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Three engines commanded by a leader (captain I, perferably captain II) describes what? Five engines under the command a leader (battalion chief) describes what?

Task Force, Strike Team

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. When type 3 OES strike team responds what will be designator?

1880C

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Anytime an OES Type 3 Engine is committed to an incident for ___ minutes or more, OES NOTIFICATION IS REQUIRED. This notification will normally be made by MFC

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. The combination of one Dozer, one Dozer Transport, One Dozer Tender, and one Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB) is called a?

Dozer Team

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. The number 1000 is reserved for what strike team?

Dozer strike team (2 dozers)

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. How many helicopters are dispatched on a normal brush response?

3 one for HLCO and two water droppers

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. The helispot support company shall monitor Tactical Channel _________ (previously LFD T-20D), which will be the frequency used by helitac and companies assigned to the incident helispot.

7NAT02D

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Brush patrols are four wheel drive truck chassis pumping apparatus designated as type __ or __ engines.

6, 7

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. All brush patrols and water tenders will be required to be staffed when the BI exceeds ___ or a red flag condition is declared.

212

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Staffing water tenders normally consist of two members, accomplished through "_________" (closing a BLS/ALS RA)

Flex-Staffing

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) has two _____-gallon WT’s that may be requested through MFC. Park Rangers will normally respond with the Park WT’s during normal business hours. When Park Rangers are not available, Engine 56, Light Force 50 or Engine 44 (in priority order) may pick up and operate the Park WT’s.

2,000

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. LAC recommends that a minimum of ___, and normally four, camp crews be requested for a brush fire.

two

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. If not staffed, Crew 3 can be activated and typically on-scene within ___ hours.

two

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. (Immediate Need) "IN" are areas that are located within one hour travel time from fire stations at/along city boundaries. IN requests are considered emergency responses and all resources shall be enroute within ___ min and respond to fire station or staging area by MFC to form S/T.

DB 22-10 Brush Fire Operations 2022. Any member returning to the City (and remaining on-duty) from a wildland incident who has not had an 8-hour rest period in the past __-hours shall be given 8-hours of rest at their place of assignment before engaging in response activities.