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Department Bulletins 2001 - 2013 Flashcards

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Who writes Departmental Bulletins?

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  • Operations
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DB #01-19 - What are the three routes of infection for anthrax?

    1. 3.
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  • Cutaneous (skin) infection (most common)
  • Inhalation infection (most fatal)
  • Gastrointestinal infection
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DB #01-19 - Smallpox was eliminated from the world ____ year(s) ago, and as such, vaccination in the United States all but ceased as well.

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  • 25 years ago

The incubation period averages 12 days following exposure, which is usually secondary to spread of infected saliva droplets from face-to-face contact with an infected person.

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DB #01-19 - The anthrax gastrointestinal infection route is uncommon and is caused by ingesting undercooked infected _______.

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  • Meat
  • Symptoms - days to weeks
  • Mortality - 25% to 65% due to delayed diagnosis
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DB #01-19 - When responding to a credible threat to a biological agent, first responders shall wear…

  • Level ___ Hazmat protective suits
  • ______ gloves
  • Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
A
  • Level B Hazmat protective suits
  • Rubber gloves
  • Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

For situations in which the SCBA is not practicable, (still alarm away from apparatus/equipment), the N95 Particulate mask may be worn while retreating to a safe refuge area.

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DB #01-19 - Category ___ biological agents include….

  • Smallpox
  • Anthrax
  • Plague
  • Botulism
  • Tularemia
  • Filoviruses
  • Arenaviruses
A
  • Category A
  • Smallpox
  • Anthrax
  • Plague
  • Botulism
  • Tularemia
  • Filoviruses
  • Arenaviruses
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DB #01-19 - What can anthrax be treated with?

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  • Antibiotics
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DB #01-19 - Anthrax inhalation infections are rare. It is caused by breathing in spores, which then germinate in the lungs and spread to other internal organs. This route has the highest death rate at ____%.

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  • 90%

Almost always fatal if not treated immediately after symptoms appear. Anthrax spores are (naturally) too large for inhalation infection. To be used as a biological weapon, spores must be engineered/milled to a much smaller size range. Mass-dispersal through aeroselization of spores has limited “effectiveness” due to the tendency to stick together, cling to dust particles, etc., which leaves a product too large for inhalation infection.

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DB #01-19 - In cases of smallpox, death occurs in ____% of cases, usually by the fifth or sixth day after onset of rash symptoms.

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  • 30%
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DB #01-19 - Critical biological agents are grouped as Categories ___, ___, and ___ according to their ease of dissemination/spread, mortality rate, and ability to affect the social and medical norm.

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  • A, B, C

The highest priority is Category A.

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DB #01-19 - Fire stations 5, 17, ____ and Battalion ____ have been trained to set-up and operate the Modec Decontamination Trailers (large-scale decon resource capable of mass victim response).

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  • Fire stations 5, 17, 95 and Battalion 4
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DB #01-19 - Botulism is a _______ paralyzing disease caused primarily by the ingestion of a bacterium toxin (contaminated food), but may be seen as infections of open wounds by botulism toxin.

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  • Muscle paralyzing

Food borne botulism is considered a public health emergency due to the chance that contaminated food may infect others.

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DB #01-19 - Regarding anthrax, what route of infection is the most common and survivable from the disease?

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  • Cutaneous (skin) infection

Spores may enter through open cuts/scrapes on the skin, and will form reddish (progressing to black) bumps and lesions. Death from cutaneous exposure is rare due to ready identification and proper antibiotic treatment.

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DB #01-19 - USAR 88, ____, ____ have tents for inclement weather and privacy for incidents.

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  • USAR 88, 27, 85
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DB #01-19 - Smallpox is caused by the _______ major virus.

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  • Variola major virus
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DB #01-19 - The onset of symptoms from smallpox is 7 to ____ days.

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  • Symptoms - 7 to 17 days
  • Contagious risk person-to-person - high
  • Characteristics - rash, most prominent on the face, arms, and legs
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DB #01-19 - The pneumonic plague is an infectious disease of animals and humans also caused by a bacterium, found in rodents and their fleas. How long can the bacterium remain viable in soil?

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  • 1 year
  • The bacterium infects the lungs of the host patient
  • Symptoms - 2 to 3 days
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DB #01-19 - Critical biological agents are grouped into three categories. Which category is the highest priority?

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  • Category A
  • Ease of dissemination or person-to-person transmission
  • High mortality rate, with potential for major health impact
  • Tendency toward causing public panic and social disruption
  • Need for special public health preparedness
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DB #01-19 - Is anthrax contagious?

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  • Never
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DB #01-19 - Death from smallpox is most likely caused by ________ from the body’s immune response, as well as soluble viral products’ effect on body organs.

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  • Toxemia

“Universal Precautions” to avoid contact with germs from ill patients. Vaccine against smallpox is not recommended to prevent the disease in the general public and is therefore not available.

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DB #01-19 - Anthrax is a bacterium, which naturally occurs in ______, sheep, and other _______ animals.

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  • Cattle
  • Hoofed animals
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DB #01-19 - Anthrax spores are highly stable and may remain viable in soil and water for up to ____ year(s).

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  • 40 years
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DB #03-24 - During Phase IV enforcement on Critical (Bl 212+) and Red Flag Alert Days, who will survey all critical streets and immediately notify the LAPD when a serious parking violation is observed in the Severity Zone?

  1. 2.
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  • LADOT
  • LAFD Brush Patrols
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DB #03-24 - (Priority Parking) Phase IV enforcement will require that surveys be performed by the LADOT on Critical (Bl ____+) and Red Flag Alert Days.

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  • BI 212+
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DB #03-24 - The color code _____ on the No parking Priority Enforcement map identifies an area within a tributary leading to a main evacuation route or critical access.

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  • Yellow
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DB #03-24 - Phase III of the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program is the period from _______ 1st through _______ 31st.

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  • Phase III - October 1st to December 31st

In Phase Ill, the LADOT will conduct sweeps of pre-determined critical streets on a daily basis.

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DB #03-24 - The No Parking Priority Enforcement Program has been developed to provide increased public and firefighter safety in the ________ Fire Hazard Severity Zone, formerly known as the ________ Fire District, during brush fire season.

A
  • Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
  • Mountain Fire District
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DB #03-24 - Regarding the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program, what phase does LAFD and LAPD initiate a Public Relations Campain?

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  • Phase II

Information Notices and Public Service Announcements will be published/broadcast prior to Phase III explaining the Program and the importance of off-street parking in the Severity Zone. During Phase II, fire companies will distribute Information Notices to households on pre-determined critical streets. When a serious parking violation is observed, members will attempt to contact the owner for immediate removal of the vehicle. If unable to contact the owner, members shall contact the LAPD for code enforcement.

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DB #03-24 - The purpose of color-coding maps for priority enforcement is to apply ___________ strategy to parking enforcement in the Severity Zone.

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  • Risk management strategy
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DB #03-24 - The color code _____ on the No parking Priority Enforcement map indicates areas/streets that will have the least impact on evacuation/access if blocked.

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  • Green
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DB #03-24 - The No Parking Priority Enforcement Program utilizes resources from….

    1. 3.
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  • LAFD
  • LAPD
  • LADOT
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DB #03-24 - During Phase II of the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program, the LAFD and LAPD will initiate a Public Relations Campaign ____ week(s) prior to Phase Ill (October 1st).

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  • 2 weeks prior to October 1st
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DB #03-24 - The LAPD Liaison Officers for the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program are designated as “________ Wildfire Liaison Officers” (AUWL).

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  • “Area Urban Wildfire Liason Officers” (AUWL)

There is one AUWL Officer assigned to each LAPD Division who provides liaison with Battalion offices and the LADOT regarding parking enforcement issues and enforcement strategy. On Critical and Red Flag Days, OCD will notify the LAPD, who will then immediately notify the LADOT through AUWL Officers for Phase IV Program enforcement

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DB #03-24 - What phase of the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program includes aggressive enforcement and towing?

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  • Phase IV

Phase IV enforcement will require that surveys be performed by the LADOT on Critical (Bl 212+) and Red Flag Alert Days. During Phase IV, LAFD Brush Patrols will also survey all critical streets and immediately notify the LAPD when a serious parking violation is observed in the Severity Zone.

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DB #03-24 - The color code _____ on the No parking Priority Enforcement map identifies an area within a main evacuation route where parking would negatively impact the evacuation of a large area.

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  • Red

Red also indicates access critical to Fire Department operations serving a large area.

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DB #03-24 - (Priority Parking) After the LAPD Liaison Officer recieves the two map copies from the LAFD Battalion office, LAPD then gives a copy to _______ for code enforcement.

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  • LADOT
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DB #03-24 - How many phases will the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program be implemented in?

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  • 4 phases
  • Phase I - year around enforcment
  • Phase II - public notification
  • Phase III - more aggressive enforcement
  • Phase IV - aggressive enforcement/towing
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DB #03-24 - The purpose of color-coding for priority enforcement is to apply risk management strategy to parking enforcement in the Severity Zone. What colors are used on the map?

    1. 3.
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  • Green
  • Yellow
  • Red
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DB #03-24 - (Priority Parking) When all districts within a Battalion were surveyed and streets identified regarding priority parking, Battalion offices gave ____ copy(s) of each map to the LAPD Liason Officer and retained one at Battalion Headquarters.

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  • 2 copies to LAPD
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DB #03-24 - During Phase ___, fire companies will distribute Information Notices to households on pre-determined critical streets.

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  • Phase II

When a serious parking violation is observed, members will attempt to contact the owner for immediate removal of the vehicle. If unable to contact the owner, members shall contact the LAPD for code enforcement.

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DB #05-14 - After transporting a Safe Surrender infant, Paramedics will notify Department _________ Services while at the receiving hospital by telephoning the _________ Hotline at 800-540-4000. After selecting your language preference, select Option ___ to identify that you are calling to report a Safe Surrender infant.

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  • Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
  • Child Abuse Hotline
  • Option 3
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DB #05-14 - Who will the Officer at the Safe Surrender site (fire station) notify?

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  • Administrative Battalion Chief
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DB #05-14 - There is a place to take notes regarding the newborn surrender in the kit. These include - date, time, location, person(s) involved, sex of the newborn, hospital transported, and date and time ____________ were notified.

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  • Child Protective Services
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DB #05-14 - In March 20___, the City of Los Angeles designated all fire stations as Safe _______.

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  • March 2003
  • Safe Havens

This program is a humanitarian alternative to the abandonment of newborns in inappropriate locations.

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DB #05-14 - The Safe Surrender sign is a ______ and ______ colored sign with a baby resting in the palm of a hand inside of a _______.

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  • Blue and white sign
  • House

Each fire station should have a Safe Surrender sign, in addition to the Safe House sign, in front of the station.

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DB #05-14 - Regarding a Safe Surrender, during normal business hours, the Administrative Battalion Chief forward the information to the Bureau __________.

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  • Bureau of Emergency Services
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DB #05-14 - How many Newborn Safe Surrender Kits should each fire station maintain?

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  • 2 Newborn Safe Surrender Kits
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DB #05-14 - The California Safely Surrendered Baby Law allows a person to surrender a minor child who is ____ hours or younger to any firefighter on duty at any one of our fire stations.

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  • 72 hours or younger

Under certain circumstances, they may do so discreetly without fear of being prosecuted for child abandonment. Many mothers who abandon their babies have a desire to keep their pregnancies a secret. That said, one of the goals of the Safely Surrendered Baby Law is to protect the identities of parents in order to encourage them to safely surrender rather than abandon their newborn.

Ascertain that the infant is under 72 hours or younger. Accept the infant (even if it appears older than 72 hours) and begin to access for any medical needs.

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DB #05-14 - If additional Newborn Safe Surrender Kits or fire station signs are needed, who do you contact?

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  • Manuals and Orders

Contact the Manuals and Orders Unit at 213-978-3425, or email Debbie Megliorino.

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DB #05-14 - Regarding a Safe Surrender, after normal business hours, who will the Administrative Battalion Chief forward the information to?

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  • Deputy Department Commander (DDC)
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DB #05-14 - Notify Metro Fire (MFC) of a still alarm Safe Surrender at the station and request a _______ Rescue Ambulance (if one is not in quarters) to respond.

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  • Paramedic Rescue Ambulance
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DB #05-14 - For a Safe Surrender still alarm, MFC will create a “_____” Safe Surrender incident type and add a ________ to the incident.

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  • “SAFES” Safe Surrender incident type
  • Battalion EMS Captain
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DB #05-14 - Many mothers who abandon their babies have a desire to keep their pregnancies a secret. That said, one of the goals of the Safely Surrendered Baby Law is to protect the identities of ________.

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  • Parents

This helps to encourage them to safely surrender rather than abandon their newborn.

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DB #05-14 - How many newborn coded ankle identification bracelet(s) are in the Safe Surrender Kit?

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  • 2 ankle bracelets
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DB #06-12 - The backing policy material will be included in revisions to Book 8, the Driver’s Training Manual, Module ____.

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  • Module 6
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DB #06-12 - The “Heavy Apparatus Backing Policy” is consistent with the practices of fire departments nationwide and complies with ________ and NIOSH recommendations.

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  • NFPA
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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) A safety officer, normally the __________, shall directly supervise and ensure safety of all backing operations.

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  • Company Commander

The safety officer will normally be located in a position to monitor the movement of the apparatus, and assure that no Department member or civilian is placed at risk during backing operations.

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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) One member designated as the safety spotter shall be safely positioned outside of the apparatus hazard zone to monitor the travel path of the apparatus, normally on the _______ side of the safety officer.

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  • Opposite side
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DB #06-12 - This member will normally be located in a position to monitor the movement of the apparatus, and assure that no Department member or civilian is placed at risk during backing operations. Who is this member?

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  • Safety Officer
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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) Who assumes the role of the safety spotter while backing aerial ladder apparatus?

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  • Tiller person

When backing aerial ladder apparatus, the apparatus operator and tiller person shall continue to wear their headsets and communicate verbally through their headsets. The safety officer must confirm a clear path of travel to the apparatus operator before backing the apparatus.

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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) The “Tailboard Safety Member” was repositioned as a _________ off the apparatus to provide for safety from a ground level position.

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  • Safety spotter
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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) If you want the driver to immediately stop the apparatus, use double closed fists and form an “____.”

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  • “X”
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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) In lieu of the three-bell signal to begin backing, what shall the driver do?

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  • Remove headset and listen

The driver shall remove the headset and listen for instructions and the all clear from the safety officer.

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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) The ________ shall be set first before connecting any diesel exhaust capture system.

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  • Maxi-brakes

The diesel exhaust capture system shall not be connected while the apparatus is moving. It may be connected as the apparatus enters quarters, or after the apparatus is in the final parking location.

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DB #06-12 - This policy cannot address all situations, particularly when backing apparatus on narrow or winding streets, or a lack of adequate personnel. When faced with unique and challenging conditions, the Department relies on the _________ and initiative of company commanders to manage the backing operation with firefighter safety as the highest priority.

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  • Good judgment
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DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) No member shall enter the designated apparatus hazard zone, delineated by an area ____ feet behind the apparatus and ____ feet to each side of the apparatus while the apparatus is moving backwards.

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  • 15 feet
  • 3 feet
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DB #06-12 - A comprehensive review of Department policies relative to riding apparatus tail boards and backing heavy apparatus, along with a review of the standards from ________ resulted in changes to the current heavy apparatus backing policy.

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  • NIOSH
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DB #07-06 - Regarding inter-facilitiy transfers, the Medical Alert Center (MAC) does not need to be notified unless the receiving facility is a _______ hospital.

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  • County hospital

A patient transfer to a private facility is not coordinated through the MAC.

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DB #07-06 - A copy of the Inter-Facility Report and F-902M will be placed in the inter-facility transfer general file (ABC combined) at the respective EMS Battalion office and retained for ____ year(s).

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  • 3 years
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DB #07-06 - If the inter-facility transfer incident had problems such as public/community relations, or issues with the hospitals, who shall the EMS Battalion Captain make a verbal report to after the incident?

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  • Administrative Battalion Chief
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DB #07-06 - Once an IFT is requested, the MFC call taker will determine the appropriate level of service based on current dispatch determinants (33A, 33C, or 330). MFC will add the closest ___________ for each IFT incident to facilitate patient transfer, provide coordination between hospital staff and transporting personnel, and ensure adherence to applicable policies and laws.

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  • EMS Battalion Captain

All members should do what is in the best interests of the patient, which is invariably to ensure that the patient is transferred to the designated receiving facility to obtain a higher level of care with minimal delay. Questions or concerns should be addressed after the transfer has been completed.

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DB #07-06 - Emergency IFT’s involve a number of medical-legal issues. The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) is also known as the “_________,” that was enacted to prohibit a once not uncommon practice of emergency facilities transferring of unstable (undesirable) patients to other facilities merely due to their financial status or lack of health insurance.

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  • “Anti-dumping law”

EMTALA allows IFT’s if the basis of the transfer is the need for a patient to receive a higher level of care, and then only after the patient has been stabilized to the best capabilities available at the original facility.

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DB #07-06 - The responding EMS Battalion Captain will complete an inter-facility transfer report for all IFT’s. The completed report will be faxed to the Bureau of Emergency Services, Emergency Medical Services Section and to the respective administrative Battalion office within _____ hour(s).

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  • 24 hours
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) When a member wants an exemption for a tattoo, scarification, or branding, who do they submit their request to in writing?

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  • Operations Commander (or appointed designee)

Request will be submitted with photographs documenting the tattoos, scarifications, or brands for which they are requesting exemption.

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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Should the offenses repeat or there is a non-compliance issue, the supervisor shall initiate __________ action commensurate with the offense and consistent with Department policy.

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  • Progressive corrective action
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) How many times may a member request an exemption for tattoos, scarifications, or brands already in existence on the effective date of this policy?

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  • One time exemption

One time exemption on the effective date of this policy for tattoos that cannot be covered by a Department approved uniform or skin patch.

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DB #08-04 - The Los Angeles Fire Department will implement a workplace policy regarding tattoos, scarifications, and branding effective _________.

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  • May 1st, 2008
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DB #08-04 - Regarding the tattoo, scarification, and branding policy, who does the implementation and enforcement begin with?

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  • First line supervisor
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Supervisors shall recognize and immediately correct any violation at the _______ possible level.

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  • Lowest possible level
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) In covering any tattoos, scarifications, and/or brandings, members are reminded to review ____________.

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  • Manual of Operations

Manual of Operations - 3/7-10.01 through 3/7-55.02

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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Tattoo exemptions will be granted where coverage of the tattoo may impede the member’s _______ or where coverage is ________.

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  • Safety
  • Impratical

Example - face piece seal

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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Any future tattoos, scarifications, or brands received after the effective date of this policy, which cannot be covered with Department approved uniform or skin patches, are ________.

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  • Prohibited
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) The primary responsibility for compliance with the Department personal appearance standards rest with each ___________, with supervisors setting the example and informing and educating their members.

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  • Each Department employee
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DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Verbal counseling and training are appropriate actions when dealing with _______ violations.

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  • Initial violations
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85
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DB #08-15 - When it becomes necessary to downgrade an ALS ambulance to Basic Life Support (BLS) status, all ________ equipment and supplies shall be removed from the apparatus and all paramedic signage shall be removed or covered.

A
  • Paramedic

The drug safe and the drug pouch containing controlled medications shall be removed from the apparatus and secured in a locked cabinet within the fire station. The Station Commander shall confirm that all paramedic equipment and medications have been removed and document the removal in the fire station journal (F-2).

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86
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DB #08-15 - Who do you exchange all expired and recalled medications with?

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  • Medical Supply Officer

The Medical Supply Officer at Supply and Maintenance Division (S&M) is responsible for the ordering, procurement, and distribution of all medical supplies, intravenous fluids, and medications, other than the controlled medications, which are stored in the Los Angeles County pharmacies.

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DB #08-15 - The _________ at Supply and Maintenance Division (S&M) is responsible for the ordering, procurement, and distribution of all medical supplies, intravenous fluids, and medications, other than the controlled medications, which are stored in the Los Angeles County pharmacies.

A
  • Medical Supply Officer

All medical supplies, with the exception of controlled drugs shall be ordered through S&M. Each fire station shall order medical supplies and medications on a monthly basis. A single monthly order shall be submitted for all units assigned to the same fire station. The quantity of supplies ordered should be sufficient to replenish the medications, intravenous fluids, and medical supplies used during the previous month.

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DB #08-15 - When a paramedic ambulance is downgraded and staffed with two EMTs, the defibrillator shall be used as an AED in the _______ mode only.

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  • Automatic mode

When a paramedic ambulance is staffed with one paramedic and one Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), the defibrillator will remain on the apparatus for use by the paramedic in manual mode or the EMT in AED mode.

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89
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DB #08-15 - When shall ALS resources normally replenish their medical supplies?

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  • Immediately upon returning to quarters
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90
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DB #08-15 - The copy of the Monthly Controlled Drug Storage Inspection Form (Ref. No. 702.2) signed by the EMS Captain, must be delivered to the assigned County-operated pharmacy no later than the _____ of the following month.

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  • 30th of the following month
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91
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DB #08-15 - How long shall the verified copies of the Medical Supply Requisitions be maintained in the combined file at the fire station?

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  • 3 years
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DB #08-15 - After the monthly review of the F-903, who shall conduct a monthly inspections of the controlled drugs on ALS resources?

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  • EMS Battalion Captains
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DB #08-15 - Immediately upon receipt of any delivery of medications and/or medical supplies to the fire station, who shall verify that the delivery contains the same type and quantity of medications/supplies that are listed on the SRS order?

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  • Receiving paramedic

Any discrepancies shall be reported immediately to the Station Commander and the Medical Supply Officer at Supply and Maintenance Division, (323) 276-8852. The verified copies of the Medical Supply Requisition shall be maintained in the combined file at the fire station for a period of three years.

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94
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DB #08-15 - Medications shall be stored in a ______ cabinet in their original package. They must be kept separate from _________ and disinfectants to prevent any contamination of the medications.

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  • Locked cabinet
  • Antiseptics and disinfectants
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DB #08-15 - Who is responsible for inspections such as the cleanliness of medical supply lockers, medications stored in original packages, and medication expiration dates, etc?

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  • Station Commanders
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DB #08-15 - Each ALS resource shall maintain the designated minimum inventory of medications, intravenous fluids, and medical supplies as listed in the Prehospital Care Policy Manual, Reference No. ____, ALS Unit Inventory or Reference No. ____, Assessment Unit Inventory.

A
  • Reference No. 703 or
  • Reference No 704
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DB #08-15 - Who shall check the F-903, Controlled Medication Inventory Record and medical supply lockers during bi-monthly inspections?

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  • EMS Battalion Captains

Periodic spot checks may be conducted as needed to ensure compliance with the policies and procedures as outlined in this bulletin.

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DB #08-15 - EMS Battalion Captains must document their monthly inspection information on the Monthly Controlled Drug Storage Inspection Form (Reference No. _____).

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  • Reference No. 702.2
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DB #08-15 - How often do you check expiration dates of all stored medications to ensure the stock is being properly rotated?

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  • Weekly
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100
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DB #08-15 - ALS units shall normally re-supply only from their assigned _________ inventory.

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  • Fire station inventory

Move-up companies shall not routinely re-supply from the station at the moveup location. If an emergency exists that requires a company to re-supply while moved-up to another location, assistance shall be requested from the Station Commander at the move-up location.

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101
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DB #08-15 - Who shall confirm that all paramedic equipment and medications have been removed from an Assessment Engine when downgraded to BLS?

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  • Station Commander

The Station Commander will confirm the removal of paramedic equipment on paramedic ambulances and assessment engines when downgraded. They will document the removal in the fire station journal (F-2).

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102
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DB #08-15 - The minimum apparatus inventory for medical supplies is intended to supply the resource for an average _______.

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  • 24 hour shift
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103
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DB #09-03 - If the HVV is damaged, defaced, faded, or torn, or if it is not visible at _____ feet, the HVV shall be sent to the Supply and Maintenance Division for replacement.

A
  • 1,000 feet
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DB #09-03 - The HVV features ____ inch silver reflective material background.

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  • 2 inch

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 the cab area of a light vehicle or heavy apparatus.

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DB #09-03 - The high visibility vest apparel is intended to provide high visibility during both daytime and nighttime usage, and meets the performance Class ___ or ___ requirements of the ANSI/SEA 107-2004 publication.

A
  • Class 2 or 3
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106
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DB #09-03 - A high-visibility vest (HVV) that is worn on a daily basis has a service life expectancy of approximately _____ month(s), although vests that are not worn on a daily basis may have a useful service life of ______ year(s).

A
  • 6 months
  • 3 years
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DB #09-03 - The HVV’s will be pre-identified per ________ and assigned to light and heavy apparatus by the Supply and Maintenance Division prior to distribution.

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  • Per position
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108
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DB #09-03 - On November 24, 20___, a new federal regulation (23 Code of Federal Regulations Part 634) went into effect mandating that anyone working on foot within the right-of-way of a federal-aid highway, freeway, or public way must wear a high-visibility vest (HVV).

A
  • November 24, 2008
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DB #09-03 - The HVV may be washed in _____ water and _____ dried only.

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  • Warm water
  • Line dried

Do not use bleach, dry clean or iron.

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110
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DB #09-03 - On November 24, 2008, a new federal regulation (23 Code of Federal Regulations Part ____) went into effect mandating that anyone working on foot within the right-of-way of a federal-aid highway, freeway, or public way must wear a high-visibility vest (HVV).

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  • Part 634
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DB #09-03 - The HVV is made of 100% _______ material with a _____ point breakaway design to minimize the risk of becoming entangled in equipment and allowing for greater mobility in critical situations.

A
  • 100% polyester material
  • 5 point breakaway design

The tear-away features are located on the front-side of both shoulders, two at the waist area and the front torso area.

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DB #09-03 - What is the maximum wash cycles for the high-visibility vest (HVV)?

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  • 25 wash cycles
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113
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DB #09-10 - Maintenance of EMS glasses shall be done in accordance with the _________ recommendation.

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  • Manufacture’s recommendation
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114
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DB #09-10 - (Eye Protection Policy) Who shall ensure that all members have the proper protective equipment while monitoring that the appropriate ordering and inventory controls are in place?

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  • Company Officers

All Officers are also reminded that the Department relies heavily upon Company Officers to evaluate potential risk and ensure steps are taken to minimize the risk of injuries to our members.

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115
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DB #09-10 - (Eye Protection Policy) How many forms of eye protection does the Department provide?

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  • 2 forms
  • Face shields
  • Protective glasses

They are located in the SRS System under Glasses or Goggles with replaceable lens. The EMS glasses are to be exchanged on a one for one basis and should not be used in situations other than EMS care (not as protective glasses for sports, vehicle maintenance, etc.). The Department provides face shields to be placed over the prescription glasses.

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116
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DB #09-10 - From 2006 to 2008, 123 Level III exposures occurred to Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) members. Of these 123 exposures, ____% were to the eyes.

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  • 63%
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DB #09-10 - (Eye Protection Policy) Rescuers’ eyes are particularly vulnerable to bodily substances via splash, cough, spit or ________ actions.

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  • Splash, cough, spit, or mechanical actions
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118
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DB #09-10 - (Eye Protection Policy) As a rule, when members place __________ on, they should also put on eye protection.

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  • Latex gloves on
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119
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DB #09-15 - This is defined as harassment involving unwelcome conduct that substantially alters the condition of employment and creates an abusive and intimidating working environment. What is this definition describing?

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  • Hostile Work Environment
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120
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DB #09-15 - (Workplace Violence) If a non-employee is threatening an employee, notification should be made to the LAPD, the respective _______ Commander (telephonically), and the _______ Section, Through Channels.

A
  • Bureau Commander
  • Arson Section
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121
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DB #09-15 - The City of LA has created a City-wide Threat Assessment Team consisting of representatives of the City’s Personnel Department, ______ Threat Management Unit, City Attorney’s Labor Relations Division, Contract Consultant ______ and ______, Office of Public Safety, GSD, and the Personnel Department’s Medical Services Division Psychology Section.

A
  • LAPD Threat Management Unit
  • Contract Consultant - Prince and Phelps
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DB #09-15 - Regarding a member that displays workplace violence, common physical characteristics include, alcohol or substance abuse, physical problems, pain, and ________.

A
  • Disease
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DB #09-15 - A “___________” is based on discrimination for one or more of the following reasons….

  • Race
  • Skin color
  • Marital status
  • Pregnancy
  • Sex/sexual orientation
  • Sexual harassment
  • Disability (actual or perceived)
  • AIDS/HIV (actual or perceived)
  • Cancer
  • Ancestry language/accent
  • National origin/ethnicity age
  • Retaliation
A
  • “Hostile Work Environment”
  • Race
  • Skin color
  • Marital status
  • Pregnancy
  • Sex/sexual orientation
  • Sexual harassment
  • Disability (actual or perceived)
  • AIDS/HIV (actual or perceived)
  • Cancer
  • Ancestry language/accent
  • National origin/ethnicity age
  • Retaliation
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DB #09-15 - The LAFD Threat Assessment Team for workplace violence is normally comprised of the Risk Management Section Chief, the affected Chief Deputy (Administrative Operations or Emergency Operations), the ________ Officer and the Department’s ________ Director.

A
  • Risk Mangement Section Chief
  • Chief Deputy (Admin/E-Ops)
  • Employee Relations Officer (ERO)
  • Department’s Personnel Director

This is the LAFD Threat Assessment Team for workplace violence.

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125
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DB #09-15 - Any type of behavior or incident in which an individual is intimidated, threatened, verbally or physically harassed, assaulted, injured, or killed at the place of work. What is this definition describing?

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  • Workplace violence
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126
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DB #09-15 - The Department’s Workplace Violence Coordinator is a _________ assigned to the ___________ Section, Administrative Operations.

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  • Battalion Chief
  • Risk Management Section
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127
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DB #09-15 - If the immediate supervisor fails to resolve a disrupting workplace violence issue, the second-level supervisor shall contact MFC and if necesary, request _______ to respond to the workplace.

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  • LAPD
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128
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DB #09-15 - If a disprupting workplace violence incident occurs in the fire station, place the company out of service, have MFC create an incident for an “_______” and dispatch a __________.

A
  • “Invest”
  • Battalion Commander
  • Ensure next-level supervisor is advised
  • Contact their respective Operations Chief Deputy (if after hours, contact the Risk Management Officer on-call through MFC).
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129
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DB #09-15 - Regarding workplace violence, what signs are the most prevalent early warning indicators?

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  • Verbal signs

These signs involve oral threats and other types or verbal harassment.

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130
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DB #09-15 - If any supervisor observes or is aware of potential workplace violence, they shall telephonically notify the Department’s ____________.

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  • Workplace Violence Coordinator

If after hours, contact the on-call Risk Management Officer through MFC.

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131
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DB #09-15 - After a workplace violence incident, who will contact the LAFD Threat Assessment Team, Stress Management, and if necessary, the LAPD Threat Management Unit?

  1. 2.
A
  • The Operations Chief Deputy or
  • Risk Management Section Chief
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132
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DB #09-15 - After an immediate supervisor notifies the Departments’ Workplace Violence Coordinator regarding workplace violence, a follow-up of the circumstances will be sent in a F-225, through channels, to their respective ____________.

A
  • Operations Chief Deputy
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133
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DB #09-15 - (Workplace Violence) The LAPD _________ Unit can determine if an employee is a danger to themselves or others and has the ability to institute a 72-hour hold, or if the employee has committed a crime, can make an arrest when necessary.

A
  • LAPD Threat Management Unit
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134
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DB #09-15 - The City of Los Angeles has a ______ tolerance policy on violence in the workplace.

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  • Zero tolerance

Threats, threatening behavior or acts of violence against an employee, an employee’s family, a customer, a visitor, or any other individual will not be tolerated. All threats will be taken seriously and every report will be thoroughly and promptly investigated. The City will take appropriate legal action and/or other steps necessary to help protect the affected employee(s) or family members of the employee. Employees who act in a threatening or potentially violent manner are subject to discipline up to and including discharge.

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135
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DB #10-05 - The appropriate __________ is the approving authority for out-of-state driver licenses.

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  • Operations Commander
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136
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DB #10-05 - Members who are required to have a Class “B” license but believe that it is not necessary in the performance of their current duties may submit an F-225 through channels to the appropriate _________ stating their reasons for exemption.

A
  • Bureau Commander

For example, members with permanent medical restrictions in a non-field assignment may apply for such.

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137
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DB #10-05 - Which State in the nation has the strictest DUI statutes?

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  • California

In 1990, California legislators passed a law referred to as “Admin Per Se” (APS). This law mandates that the DMV immediately suspend the driving privileges of any driver who is stopped by a peace officer and is determined to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of pre-determined amount, as well as any driver who refuses to submit to a chemical test as directed by the police agency.

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DB #10-05 - A DUI conviction involving an accident with injuries to a person other than the driver is a _______.

A
  • Felony

If convicted, penalties may include jail time and a more restrictive or lengthier driver license suspension. Any member convicted of a DUI is subject to Department discipline up to and including termination.

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139
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DB #10-05 - Regarding the Class “B” drivers license, members shall maintain a current DL-____ (Medical Examination Report) or DL-____ (Health Questionnaire) on file with the DMV, to be renewed every ____ year(s).

A
  • DL-51
  • DL-546
  • 2 years
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140
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DB #10-05 - Fire suppression certified Battalion Chiefs must have either a Class “A” or “B” non-commercial firefighter restricted license with an “___” Tank endorsement.

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  • “N” Tank endorsement
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141
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DB #10-05 - If driving a non-commercial vehicle, it is unlawful to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ____% or greater.

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  • .08% or greater
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142
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DB #10-05 - Prior to submitting a F-225 request for approval for an out-of-state driver license to the Operations Commander, members must submit the F-225 to the _________ Unit of the In-Service Training Section for verification.

A
  • Documentation Unit
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143
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DB #10-05 - If driving a commercial vehicle, it is unlawful to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ____% or greater.

A
  • .04% or greater
144
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DB #10-05 - What are the positions that are exempt from maintaining a Class “B” drivers license?

      1. 4.
A
  • Helicopter Pilots (full-time only)
  • Fireboat Pilots
  • Fireboat Mates
  • Arson Investigators
145
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DB #10-05 - Court rulings have held certain individuals with “________ awareness” to a higher standard as it relates to driving under the influence. The courts have found these individuals involved in DUI fatality accidents to be guilty of murder under the ruling of “implied _______.”

A
  • “Subjective awareness”
  • “Implied malice”

Simply put, if an individual is employed in a profession or has the educational knowledge that is perceived to make him/her more aware of the consequences of driving under the influence than the general population, that individual may be found guilty of a much more stringent offense under certain circumstances. The courts have included firefighters in this category of individuals with subjective awareness, and are consequently held to a higher standard.

146
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DB #10-05 - The “Admin Per Se” (APS) law mandates that the DMV immediately suspend the driving privileges of any driver who is stopped by a peace officer and is determined to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of pre-determined amount, as well as any driver who refuses to submit to a _________ as directed by the police agency.

A
  • Chemical test
147
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DB #10-05 - The Department is not obligated to accommodate members who don’t maintain a valid license and shall place them off-duty utilizing the members’ own compensated time-off (no trades allowed), _______, or ________.

A
  • Leave no pay
  • Civil service leave

Members will remain off-duty until they obtain the appropriate driver license with all the mandatory endorsements pursuant to the LAFD Minimum Driver License Requirements.

148
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DB #10-05 - For drivers under the age of 21 years, it is unlawful to drive any vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of ____% or greater.

A
  • .01% or greater
149
Q

DB #10-05 - Members who prefer to maintain a Class “A” or “B” commercial license must obtain a DL-___ Medical Examination Report from a private physician or medical provider to be submitted to the DMV.

A
  • DL-51
150
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DB #10-05 - The State of California currently has the strictest DUI statutes in the nation. In 19___, California legislators passed a law referred to as “Admin Per Se” (APS).

A
  • 1990

This law mandates that the DMV immediately suspend the driving privileges of any driver who is stopped by a peace officer and is determined to have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of pre-determined amount, as well as any driver who refuses to submit to a chemical test as directed by the police agency.

151
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DB #10-05 - Fire suppression certified members below the rank of Battalion Chief must have either a Class “___” or “___” non-commercial firefighter restricted license with an “___” Hazardous Materials and Tank endorsement.

A
  • Class “A” or “B”
  • “X” Haz/Mat and Tank endorsement
152
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DB #10-05 - Chief Officers above the rank of _________ are required to have a Class ___ license at minimum.

A
  • Battalion Chief
  • Class C
153
Q

DB #10-12 - Regarding traffic accident investigation interviews, 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.

A
  • 90 minutes
154
Q

DB #10-12 - The new traffic accident investigation procedures outlines the necessary reports that have to be completed with consideration to the AB ____, Firefighters Bill of Rights (FBOR).

A
  • AB 220 (FBOR)
155
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) LAPD will request a SCID if they encounter a traffic collision involving a City-owned or a City mileage vehicle that results in a fatality or severe injury. What is a SCID?

A
  • Specialized Collision Investigation Detail (SCID)
156
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Collect, complete, and forward the following reports….

  • FG-____ Automobile Accident Report
  • FG-____ Witness Card
  • F-____ Accident Report
  • F-____ Requisition - Note: this is required in all accidents including those where there is no damage to Department apparatus/vehicle
  • Investigating agency report (police report)
  • Digital photos
A
  • FG-88 Automobile Accident Report
  • FG-84B Witness Card
  • F-150 Accident Report
  • F-80 Requisition - Note: this is required in all accidents including those where there is no damage to Department apparatus/vehicle
  • Investigating agency report (police report)
  • Digital photos
157
Q

DB #10-12 - The primary objectives of the investigating officer at an accident investigation scene are to determine the ________ surrounding an event and to report them accurately.

A
  • Circumstances

These objectives are attained through an organized and systematic method of investigation. These are basic procedures, which are applicable to every investigation, although each traffic collision must be investigated on the basis of the circumstances of the particular situation.

158
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) What is the “heart” of any investigation?

A
  • Interview
159
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) An accident in which Fire Department personnel exercised reasonable judgement and precautions, exhibited good apparatus/vehicle operator’s and officer’s skills and observed all state, local and Fire Department statutes, ordinances and rules. What accident category is this?

A
  • Category I
160
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Findings as a result of an accident hearing will include either a recommendation for no further action, or a request for review by PSD if an accident is determined to be a Category II, III, or IV accident. Who will initiate the complaint in the Complaint Tracking System?

A
  • The Hearing Officer
161
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) An F-150 shall be completed by the LAFD Investigating Chief Officer and shall be forwarded within ____ calendar day(s) to allow for members to secure representation if desired.

A
  • 14 calendar days
162
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Who will recommend the need to conduct an accident hearing based on the possibility of disciplinary action taking place? (F-1104 Reprimand or higher)

A
  • Administrative Division Commanders

Any clear violation of Department policy, obvious neglect, at fault accidents causing extensive damage, injury or liability to the City should fall into the hearing category. Additionally, members with multiple accidents (2 or more) will also fall into the hearing category.

163
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Claim forms for third parties involved in an accident with a Department vehicle can be obtained online or at the Office of the _______.

A
  • Office of the City Clerk

They can also call (213) 978-1133 and one will be mailed to them. Completed forms can only be received in person at the City Clerk’s Public Counter or by mail. Faxes will not be accepted.

164
Q

DB #10-12 - The major changes for the new traffic accident investigation procedures include extending the time required to forward the F-150 Accident Report from 7 days to ____ days to allow members adequate time to secure representation, if desired.

A
  • 14 days
165
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Who normally conducts the traffic hearing?

A
  • Administrative Assistant Chief

The following members will be in attendance - Administrative Battalion Chief, Battalion Driving Coordinator, member’s immediate supervisor, the member involved and his/her representative (if member chooses to have one present).

166
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) After the accident hearing is complete, the Hearing Officer will take the matter under submission and make a formal finding and forward the report to the respective ___________.

A
  • Bureau Commander
167
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations ) A FG-____ Automobile Accident Report shall be completed by the driver, and the tiller person if a ladder truck is involved.

A
  • FG-88
168
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) A “B” penalty is a ____ to ____ day suspension.

A
  • 6 to 10 day suspension

Investigations that are serious in nature shall be recorded. Investigations that are serious in nature are defined as - Per the Penalty Guidelines, whenever a first offense violation has the potential for a penalty of “B” or greater. A “B” penalty is a 6- to 10-day suspension. Contact Professional Standards Division (PSD) for guidance when the decision to record or not record is a concern.

169
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) An accident which has 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. What accident category is this?

A
  • Category II
170
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) The respective _______ will be assigned the responsibility for conducting the CTS investigation by PSD.

A
  • Bureau
171
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) If upon arrival, you encounter a serious accident involving Fire Department apparatus, notify the Administrative __________ and request a Los Angeles City _______ response through Metro.

A
  • Administrative Division Chief
  • Los Angeles City Attorney
172
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) An accident which has occurred because of apparatus/vehicle operator’s misjudgment of clearance, deficiency in defensive driving techniques, or failure to anticipate other vehicle’s movements. What accident category is this?

A
  • Category III
173
Q

DB #10-12 - Traffic accident investigations interviews shall normally be conducted between the hours of ____ am to ____ pm weekdays, unless the investigation is time-sensitive.

A
  • 8 am to 5 pm weekdays

Examples of time-sensitive issues include but are not limited to - significant traffic accidents, in-custody deaths, wrongful deaths, firefighter fatalities/serious injuries, high potential for litigation, etc. If a member chooses to exercise his/her right to representation, and the investigation is not time-sensitive, you may need to schedule an interview at a later date.

174
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) The Preliminary Investigation Packet shall be forwarded “through channels” to Emergency Services Bureau within ____ calendar day(s).

A
  • 14 calendar days
175
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) The Traffic Accident Hearing Report is formatted for a consistent approach and categorizes the accident into one of _____ categories.

A
  • 4 categories
176
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) An accident in which fire department personnel failed to follow established Department Rules and Regulations, Policies and Procedures. What accident category is this?

A
  • Category IV
177
Q

DB #10-12 - If involved in an traffic accident in a Department vehicle, who will the cause be determined by at the scene?

A
  • Law enforcement investigating agency

The new procedure takes into account the time frames and representation issues that currently apply to all other Department investigations and are in compliance with FBOR guidelines.

178
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) The PSD’s disciplinary guidelines currently address driving violations. They can be accessed on the CTS site in the _____/______ section.

A
  • Help/References section
179
Q

DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) During an accident hearing, the member shall be administered the _______ Admonition.

A
  • Lybarger Admonition

This advisement orders the member to answer the questions asked of him/her under the threat of discipline if they fail to comply and that the information he/she provides cannot be used against them in a subsequent criminal proceeding.

180
Q

DB #11-02 - (EMS Light Force Reposnse Program) All fire stations housing Truck Companies will have the option to respond to EMS incidents with either the Light Force (Truck and 200 series Engine), the Truck only or the 200 series Engine Company only. The only exceptions would be responses to _________ dispatches, which require both apparatus.

A
  • Traffic accident dispatches
181
Q

DB #11-02 - (EMS Light Force Reposnse Program) For F-902M or ePCR documentation purposes, the “Company Identification” will be the ________ designation, regardless of the responding apparatus’ configuration.

A
  • Light Force designation
182
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Who will become the investigating officer of any injury or illness that occurs to a member?

A
  • On-duty supervisors

Whether the injury is minor or the member is transported, the on-duty supervisor shall notify their chain of command as soon as possible regarding the injured member.

For all ranks of injured/ill members below Station/Unit Commander, the investigating officer is the Station/Unit Commander.

183
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Supervisors will be responsible for completion of the Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letter. For Battalion Commanders, the __________ is both the investigating officer and the reviewer.

A
  • Division Commander
184
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) The reviewer shall send Form 5020, Supervisor’s Accident Investigation Form, Workers’ Compensation Claim Form DWC 1, and the Accident Witness Statement Form (if applicable) to the __________ Unit, through channels, once the Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letter is completed.

A
  • Medical Liaison Unit
185
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) On-duty supervisors shall provide the injured member the Workers’ Compensation Claim Form DWC 1 within ____ hour(s) of the injury/illness.

A
  • 24 hours

Once complete, this form shall also be submitted to the reviewer, along with all other required forms.

186
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) When injuries occur while using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or other safety equipment, who is notified as soon as possible?

A
  • Department Safety Coordinator

The Department Safety Coordinator, designated by the Department Safety Office and assigned to the Risk Management Section, shall be notified as soon as possible, and in all cases within 24 hours of an injury/illness occurrence where PPE or other safety equipment failed or contributed to a member’s injury.

187
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) The goal of the IPA program is to identify causes of injuries and then work to reduce those injuries by increasing _______ and _______ of causes of injuries.

A
  • Awareness and accountability
188
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) In order to comply with recent State-mandated and Cal/OSHA Workers’ Compensation reporting laws, effective April 25, 20___, Form _____ will replace the F-166A for the reporting of occupational injury or illness.

A
  • April 25, 2011
  • Form 5020
189
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) If a Station or Unit Commander is injured, who is the investigating officer?

A
  • Battalion Commander
190
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Members requesting immediate first care for an injury shall notify their supervisor who will then contact the _________ Unit.

A
  • Medical Liaison Unit
191
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Supervisors are encouraged to contact the __________ Section to utilize their expertise to assist in developing an injury prevention program for their individual work locations.

A
  • Risk Management Section
192
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Form 5020 and all related forms will be accessible through the Information Portal, on the menu bar labeled _____.

A
  • IIRS

The form will not be accessible through the Network Staffing System, starting on the effective date.

193
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) For injuries that occured while using PPE’s, in all cases, you must notify the Department Safety Coordinator within ____ hour(s).

A
  • 24 hours

The supervisor shall cause the relevant material to be secured and/or bagged for later inspection by the Department Safety Coordinator. At no time shall any PPE of an injured member be discarded, altered or destroyed.

194
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) A Department Rescue Ambulance shall transport all injured members other than those with ______ trauma or ________.

A
  • Minor trauma
  • Exposures
195
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) If a Battalion Commander is injured, who is the investigating officer?

A
  • Division Commander/Assistant Chief
196
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Supervisors will be responsible for completion of the Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letter. For all ranks of injured/ill members below Station Commander, the reviewer is the __________.

A
  • Battalion Commander
197
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Who shall review all completed Form 5020’s, Supervisor’s Accident Investigation Forms, Workers’ Compensation Claim Form DWC1’s, Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letters and Accident Witness Statement Forms?

  1. 2.
A
  • Medical Liaison Unit
  • Risk Management Section

The intent of this review is to identify trends and patterns so the Department can make appropriate changes without delay to policies and procedures to help ensure a safe working environment.

198
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) An EMS Battalion Captain shall be attached to incidents that meet _______ of the Patient Resolution Guide (PRG) where a member will be hospitalized.

A
  • Section I

The EMS Battalion Captain is to follow Department procedures to facilitate the member’s first care.

199
Q

DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Supervisors will be responsible for completion of the Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letter. For Station Commanders, the ___________ is both the investigating officer and the reviewer.

A
  • Battalion Commander
200
Q

DB #11-10 - All Officers shall carry _____ radio(s) during _____ emergency operations.

A
  • 2 radios
  • All emergency operations

The officer should give consideration to what the communications needs are and carry radios appropriate to the need, i.e. two 800 MHz radios, a 800 MHz radio plus a UHF radio, or a 800 MHz radio plus a VHF radio.

Order a second pocket on their turnout and brush jacket, if not already installed. Additional radio pockets for PPE may be obtained utilizing established turnout repair procedures.

201
Q

DB #11-10 - How many radios will be assigned to the Captain position on every Truck and Engine Company?

A
  • 2 radios
202
Q

DB #11-10 - The addition of a second 800 MHz radio will allow the Company Officer to monitor and communicate on two channels (a TAC Channel, Command Channel, and/or the MFC channel), without utilizing the ______ function, thereby reducing the possibility that a message will be missed.

A
  • Scan function
203
Q

DB #11-11 - The MDC broadcast function shall be utilized for formal Fire Department communications and _______ business only.

A
  • Official business
204
Q

DB #11-11 - (MDC) Department computers assigned to _______ Offices will be programmed and ________ Commanders will be conducting routine queries of Unit to Unit MDC broadcast messages utilizing the Incident Archive Web Based Program.

A
  • Battalion Offices
  • Battalion Commanders
205
Q

DB #11-11 - (MDC) All members are reminded that transmission of improper messages through the MDC may result in a ________ entry, an investigation, and disciplinary action.

A
  • Complaint Tracking System (CTS)
206
Q

DB #11-11 - (MDC) Battalion Commanders shall audit Department MDC messaging on a ______ basis. Specific violations shall be brought to the attention of concerned ___________.

A
  • Monthly
  • Station Commanders
207
Q

DB #11-11 - Regarding the proper use of MDC messages, Battalion Commanders will use the Archive Web Based Program and conduct routine queries ________ to ensure compliance.

A
  • Monthly
208
Q

DB #11-11 - (MDC) All broadcast messages are recorded in the Operations Control Division’s (MFC) Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) database and become a __________ that can be retrieved and subpoenaed as discovery information for litigation purposes.

A
  • Permanent record
209
Q

DB #11-11 - The MDC also allows members to transmit messages, broadcasting in _____ format to other MDC terminals. All broadcast messages are recorded in MFC’s _______ database and become a permanent record that can be retrieved and subpoenaed as discovery information for litigation purposes.

A
  • Text
  • Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
210
Q

DB #11-12 - An “In-and-Out Repair” is a repair made on apparatus that is expected to be completed within no more than ____ hour(s).

A
  • 8 hours
211
Q

DB #11-12 - An apparatus that is normally staffed and equipped on a daily basis. What is this definition?

A
  • Front-line
212
Q

DB #11-12 - At the discretion of the ___________, Front-line apparatus may be augmented on an “as-needed” basis by taking a Ready Reserve apparatus along with the assigned Front-line apparatus. An example would be a Brush Patrol apparatus taken along with the Engine to a brush dispatch.

A
  • Company Commander
213
Q

DB #11-12 - An apparatus that is not equipped or staffed. The apparatus is maintained on a stand-by basis to temporarily replace front line apparatus that have been placed out-of-service for repair. What is this definition?

A
  • Reserve
214
Q

DB #11-12 - Who is responsible for assigned equipment such as the radios, EPCR, and the cell phone on a Ready Reserve?

A
  • Station Commander
215
Q

DB #11-12 - How many Ready Reserve Trucks are there in the LAFD fleet?

A
  • 0 - Trucks
216
Q

DB #11-12 - Station Commanders shall notify their __________ and ________ anytime a Ready Reserve apparatus is activated. Station Commanders shall also update ATS to reflect the actual location and apparatus availability.

A
  • Administrative Battalion Commander
  • OCD
217
Q

DB #11-12 - The Apparatus Tracking System (ATS) is updated by __________ on a ______ basis and when apparatus service status changes.

A
  • Station Commanders
  • Daily basis

This provides the Department with timely information pertaining to apparatus assignment and availability.

218
Q

DB #11-12 - Regarding the pelican case of radios for the “Ready Reserve,” a storage location identification tag, identifying the secure location within the Fire Station where this equipment is stored, shall be attached to the __________ to enable members assigned to augment staffing to know where to obtain assigned equipment.

A
  • Apparatus steering wheel
219
Q

DB #11-12 - 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, the Reserve apparatus takes on the radio designation of the apparatus replaced. What is this definition?

A
  • Relief
220
Q

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

A
  • 15 - Companies
221
Q

DB #11-12 - What is the minimum available Reserve Engine threshold?

A
  • 31 - Reserve Engines
222
Q

DB #11-12 - The Department staffing may be augmented by staffing Ready Reserve apparatus for a specific duration at the direction of the Fire Chief, Chief Deputy _________, Deputy Department Commander, or _________ Commander.

A
  • Fire Chief
  • Chief Deputy Emergency Operations
  • Deputy Department Commander
  • OCD Division Commander
223
Q

Regarding Departmental Bulletin #11-12 “Apparatus Availability,” what year was this bulletin written in?

A
  • 2011
224
Q

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

A
  • 8 BLS RA’s
  • 8 ALS RA’s
225
Q

DB #11-12 - Members bringing an ALS or BLS Rescue Ambulance to the Valley or Metro Shops for an in-and-out repair will staff a __________ while their Front line apparatus is being repaired.

A
  • Ready Reserve Ambulance

Once the Front-line apparatus is delivered to the Shops, personnel staffing the ambulance being repaired, will advised OCD of the estimated time required for the repair. OCD will direct members to staff the closest Ready Reserve Ambulance and deploy them as needed until their front line apparatus is repaired.

226
Q

DB #11-12 - An apparatus that is equipped, but not normally staffed. These apparatus include Rescue Ambulances, Engines, USAR apparatus, Haz/Mat apparatus, Brush Patrols, Foam Tenders, and many other apparatus. What is this defintion?

A
  • Ready Reserve
227
Q

DB #11-12 - Detailing or hiring members to staff Ready Reserve apparatus in order to augment field resources. What is this definition?

A
  • “Surge capacity”
228
Q

DB #11-12 - When a Ready Reserve apparatus is placed out-of-service for more than ____ hour(s), Station Commanders shall “Change-over” the Ready Reserve apparatus into a __________.

A
  • 8 hours
  • Reserve apparatus
229
Q

DB #11-12 - This Apparatus Tracking System (ATS) information enables the Department to provide “______ capacity” to planned and spontaneous events.

A
  • “Surge capacity”
230
Q

DB #11-12 - Portable hand-held radios for a “Ready Reserve” shall be stored in a pelican case provided by the __________ and Dispatch Support Section.

A
  • Fire Communications and Dispatch Support Section
231
Q

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

A
  • 21 - Engines
  • 26 - BLS RA’s
232
Q

DB #11-12 - This is increasing the number of available resources by staffing apparatus not normally staffed. An example would be Ready Reserve engines, 200-series engines, Ready Reserve rescue ambulances, brush patrol apparatus. What is this definition?

A
  • Augmented staffing
233
Q

DB #11-14 - The majority of the Automatic Alarms that the Department responds to come from private alarm companies and ________ agencies.

A
  • Governmental agencies
234
Q

DB #11-14 - The trial Automatic Alarm Reduction Program (A/ARP) will consist of how many elements?

A
  • 3 elements
235
Q

DB #11-14 - As a Department, we respond to over how many Automatic Alarm (A/A) incidents each month?

A
  • Over 1,000
236
Q

DB #11-14 - The second element of the A/ARP will track automatic alarms reported by alarm monitoring companies. On a _______ basis, a report listing all automatic alarms by ________ in order of worst offenders first will be provided to the FPB.

A
  • Monthly basis
  • Address

Those repeat offenders will receive a visit and inspection by a Fire Prevention Bureau inspector and where appropriate, will be sited. It is the intention of this element of the program that malfunctioning systems will be identified, corrected, and tracked.

237
Q

DB #11-14 - How long will the Automatic Alarm Reduction Program (A/ARP) last?

A
  • 6 months
238
Q

DB #11-14 - When a company responds to an automatic alarm that is determined to be a law enforcement alarm and there is no other additional alarm activated that requires Fire Department action, who does the responding officer notify?

A
  • OCD Battalion Chief

The following information will be given to the on-duty OCD Battalion Chief, during normal business hours or via Department e-mail (lafdocdbc@lacity.org).

  • Incident Time
  • Incident Date
  • Incident Number
  • Brief description of what was encountered
239
Q

DB #11-14 - In an effort to provide emergency responder workload relief, MFC in conjunction with the __________ is evaluating Automatic Alarm (A/A) incidents.

A
  • Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau (FPB)
240
Q

DB #11-15 - If a medical incident is encountered within the City of Los Angeles, in every instance, responding members must perform a thorough patient assessment and follow the LAFD Patient Resolution Guide (PRG) and DHS Reference _____ (Base Hospital Contact and Transportation Criteria).

A
  • DHS Reference 808
241
Q

DB #11-15 - If a patient in the City meets ALS criteria and insists upon being transported via a third party BLS ambulance, what must be done and who is requested?

  1. 2.
A
  • Base contact - AMA
  • Request an EMS Battalion Captain

Upon base station contact, patient care/transport shall not be delayed to await the arrival of the assigned EMS Battalion Captain.

242
Q

DB #11-15 - If a third party ambulance is onscene and the patient does not meet _____ of the PRG, transportation shall be offered via an LAFD ambulance, but the patient may opt for transport via a third party BLS ambulance.

A
  • Part I

In these instances, thorough documentation shall be made, including, the patient assessment, offer a declination of LAFD transport, and the name of the third party ambulance provider.

Department members shall explain to the patient that we are obligated to conduct a patient assessment, document our findings, and adhere to all applicable policies and procedures.

243
Q

DB #11-15 - In accordance with state law, California _______ and _______ Code Section #1797.85, the LAFD has been granted, and maintains, “_______ operating area” authority by the local EMS agency for the provision of EMS services within the City of Los Angeles.

A
  • California Health and Safety Code
  • “Exclusive operating area”

Simply stated, the Department is held responsible for providing pre-hospital care within the City; regardless of the onscene presence of ‘Good Samaritans’, volunteer EMTs, a private ambulance crew, or other third party EMS providers.

244
Q

DB #11-17 - When an ALS rescue ambulance is dispatched alone to an EMS incident, paramedics shall use good __________ as to the need for requesting additional staffing support.

A
  • Clinical judgment
245
Q

DB #11-17 - An engine company, light force/truck company, or BLS Rescue Ambulance shall remain on scene until a ______ patient assessment by a Department paramedic is completed.

A
  • Full ALS patient assessment
  • This shall include a complete set of vital signs, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, pulse oximetry reading, and when indicated, a cardiac rhythm strip, 12-lead ECG, and a blood glucose reading.
  • The patient is secured in the back of the Rescue Ambulance in preparation for transport.
  • A re-assessment of the patient is completed by a Department paramedic.
  • A hospital destination is confirmed.
  • The need for additional personnel in the back of the ambulance and/or the need for a driver are determined unnecessary.
246
Q

DB #12-01 - Individually identifiable health information that is transmitted by electronic media, maintained in electronic media, or transmitted or maintained in any medium is called PHI. What is PHI?

A
  • Protected Health Information (PHI)

PHI can be received and transmitted orally, in writing, or electronically. The Department and its members must make every reasonable effort to limit the transmission of PHI to meet the required “minimum necessary” standard during the treatment and transportation of our patients, i.e., members must make reasonable efforts to limit PHI to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended purpose of the use, disclosure or request. Each patient evaluated, treated, and/or transported by the Department is entitled to his or her privacy.

247
Q

DB #12-01 - The Health Insurance and Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 19___ ushered into existence a broad range of incremental health care reform measures including portability (special enrollment, non-discrimination, and other individual rights) and administrative simplification (electronic data interchange, privacy, and security).

A
  • HIPAA 1996
248
Q

DB #12-03 - (Fire Loss) To assist Fire Officers in making accurate estimations with fire loss, the updated guide will provide fire loss guidelines and tables, which are similar to information utilized by insurance and construction industry professionals. How many categories is the guide divided into?

A
  • 3 categories
  • Demolition and structure loss rebuilding estimates
  • Guidelines for structural repair and vehicle fires
  • Contents loss guidelines
249
Q

DB #12-03 - One method of determining the value of our emergency response efforts and fire prevention practices over time is accurate __________ and estimating of fire loss.

A
  • Cause determination

To ensure this occurs, each Incident Commander shall be responsible and held accountable for documenting complete fire incident information to the best of their ability. An important factor in this documentation is having a standard methodology of estimating of the fire loss to improve validity of future findings.

250
Q

DB #12-03 - When estimating vehicle fire loss, refer to the _________ and compare against the percentage of the damage.

A
  • Kelly Blue Book
251
Q

DB #12-10 - The _________ Service provides fire weather information to the North Division office by _____ hours for the following day.

A
  • National Weather Service
  • 1500 hours

Upon notification of predicted Red Flag conditions, the North Division office will direct the Metro Dispatch Center to send out a Special Notice informing all work locations of the predicted Red Flag conditions. This notification will cause all stations to begin displaying the Red Flag 24 hours a day until directed to discontinue.

252
Q

DB #12-10 - Red Flag conditions are when the wind is ____+ MPH, and humidity is ____% or less.

A
  • 25+ MPH (wind)
  • 15% or less (humidity)
253
Q

DB #12-10 - Regarding any anticipated Red Flag day, all LAFD facilities should be notified by _____ hours the night before.

A
  • 1900 hours
254
Q

DB #12-10 - The purpose of flying the Red Flag continuously from notification to cancellation of the Red Flag weather conditions is to provide additional public notification to help facilitate effective implementation of the _________ (RFNPP) restrictions.

A
  • Red Flag No Parking Program
255
Q

DB #12-10 - The Red Flag is made of a lightweight ______ material and measures ___ x ___ feet with two ______ grommets to attach the flag to the halyard clips.

A
  • Lightweight nylon material
  • 2 x 3 feet
  • Brass grommets
256
Q

DB #12-10 - The _____ clip of the Red Flag shall be attached ____ feet below the bottom of the American Flag.

A
  • Top clip
  • 6 feet below

This will keep the Red Flag from interfering with the American Flag. To attach the Red Flag to the halyard, use the attachment clips provided when the Red Flags are distributed.

257
Q

DB #12-10 - A Red Flag notification will cause all stations to begin displaying the Red Flag ____ hour(s) a day until directed to discontinue.

A
  • 24 hours a day

All LAFD facilities should be notified by 1900 hours the night before any anticipated Red Flag day.

258
Q

DB #12-10 - Who will assess the condition of their Red Flag to assure it is in good condition?

A
  • Station Commander
259
Q

DB #12-10 - How can you obtain a replacement Red Flag and snaps?

A
  • SRS order
260
Q

DB #12-13 - When a Department member’s burns do not meet base station contact criteria, the member shall be taken directly to one the following facilities….

    1. 3.
A
  • Grossman Burn Center at West Hills Hospital
  • Torrance Memorial Hospital Burn Center
  • LAC/USC Burn Center

LAC/USC Burn Center - this amended criterion is particularly directed at minor burns that are recognized as a first-degree with high probability of progressing to a second-degree burn and any minor second-degree burn. It is essential that all burn injuries, regardless of the severity, are medically evaluated in a timely manner.

261
Q

DB #12-13 - (Firefighter Burns) Serious burns require base station contact as noted in Reference No. ____ in the Los Angeles County Pre-hospital Care Manual (LAFD Book 33).

A
  • Reference No. 808

Members sustaining burns secondary to or associated with injuries meeting trauma center criteria shall be transported to a trauma center prior to a burn center.

262
Q

DB #12-13 - (Firefighter Burns) Pursuant to the duties and responsibilities of the ________ Commander and the Department __________, all evidence shall be preserved after any significant burn and/or injury to a member.

A
  • Incident Commander
  • Department Safety Officer

Evidence includes but is not limited to the incident area, SCBA, turnout clothing, uniform, etc. The Safety Officer will secure and maintain control of any physical evidence relating to any serious injury or death.

263
Q

DB #12-13 - When a member sustains a burn while on duty, no matter how minor, an ______ resource shall medically evaluate that member.

A
  • ALS resource
264
Q

DB #12-13 - Questions regarding the treatment and transportation of burns to firefighters should be directed to an immediate supervisor and the appropriate __________.

A
  • EMS Battalion Captain

Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Medical Liaison Unit at (213) 893-9840.

265
Q

DB #12-13 - If a member sustains a burn injury while on duty, an ALS resource shall medically evaluate that member. Immediatly notify the ________ Unit verbally and request an _________ to respond through MFC.

A
  • Medical Liaison Unit (MLU)
  • EMS Battalion Captain
266
Q

DB #12-13 - If a member is burned while on duty, the transport shall be consistent with Reference No. ____ of the Pre-hospital Care Policy Manual, which clarifies the procedure for determining appropriate hospital destination of burn patients.

A
  • Reference No. 512
267
Q

DB #13-01 - Since July 1, 19___, the Department has partnered with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (Kaiser) to transport Kaiser members directly to a Kaiser facility instead of the closest receiving facility when feasible.

A
  • July 1, 1998

This plan has eliminated the need for subsequent transports from a non-Kaiser hospital to a Kaiser facility. It has also helped to reduce patient anxiety and improved customer satisfaction for our Kaiser patients by transporting them to the emergency department affiliated with their own health plan.

268
Q

DB #13-01 - Members are reminded that the ultimate decision to transport a patient to a Kaiser facility will be at the sole discretion of the _________, and ________ will be the determining factor.

A
  • Department
  • Patient care
269
Q

DB #13-01 - Regarding the transporting patients to Kaiser facilities, members shall continue to adhere to Los Angeles County, Department of Health Services (DHS), Reference No. _____, Patient Destination Procedures.

A
  • Reference No. 502
270
Q

DB #13-01 - Not all Kaiser hospitals are EDAP approved facilities. However, transportation of pediatric patients to these hospitals may be allowed if DHS Reference No. _____ Pediatric Patient Destination criteria is met.

A
  • Reference No. 510
271
Q

DB #13-01 - Members documenting any patient transport to a Kaiser facility will continue to be automatically directed to an EPCR flex field. How many brief questions are in this flex field?

A
  • 4 questions

This ensures the specific Kaiser transport can be included in the targeted destination program.

272
Q

DB #13-01 - Effective December 4, 2012, Kaiser compensates the Department a flat program fee of $_____, in addition to the standard Department transport fees, in cases where the Kaiser patient is transported _____ or more mile(s) and the Kaiser hospital would not have been the closest facility.

A
  • $135
  • 3 miles (or more)

Kaiser pays the additional flat program fee, not the patient.

273
Q

DB #13-01 - When Kaiser pays the transport fees and the $135 flat fee to have a patient transported to their facility, where are the additional funds placed into?

A
  • Kaiser Trust Fund

Previously, the Kaiser Trust Fund has provided cell phones for field resources, EMS equipment and medical supply trailers.

274
Q

DB #13-03 - (DWP Documentation) Questions relative to the appropriate documentation of standby time for DWP reimbursement should be directed to your immediate _________ and the appropriate _____________.

A
  • Immediate supervisor
  • MFC Floor Captain

Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Emergency Services Bureau Liaison Officer at (213) 978-3888.

275
Q

DB #13-03 - (DWP Documentation) MFC shall immediately document the arrival times of DWP by entering a comment on the incident exactly as, “________”.

A
  • “DWP ONS”
276
Q

DB #13-03 - DWP has agreed to reimburse the LAFD for incidents where our resources are required to standby pending DWP arrival. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a process to ________ standby time for responding units in conjunction with ______.

A
  • Document
  • MFC
277
Q

DB #13-03 - This is defined as the occasion when field resources determine that DWP expertise is required to completely mitigate an emergency and it is necessary for LAFD resources to remain on scene until the arrival of DWP. What is this describing?

A
  • “Standby time”
278
Q

DB #13-03 - All LAFD resources responding to and standing by for DWP shall record the standby information in the _________.

A
  • Fire station journal (F-2)
279
Q

DB #13-03 - (DWP Documentation) When DWP is needed, LAFD resources on scene of an emergency shall make an initial radio request, “__________” to MFC.

A
  • “DWP assistance”

This request shall be documented by MFC in the incident comments exactly as, “DWP NTFD” with the time.

280
Q

DB #13-03 - The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (DWP) has agreed to reimburse the _______ for incidents where resources are required to standby pending DWP arrival.

A
  • LAFD

Our involvement in this program will provide additional revenue to support the LAFD’s budget.

A working knowledge of the procedures to document standby time accurately for DWP reimbursement is a necessity for each LAFD member. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a process to document standby time for responding units in conjunction with Metro Fire Communications (MFC).

281
Q

DB #13-04 - During the period of 1998 to 2007, a total of _____ firefighter(s) were fatally injured in abandoned building structure fires.

A
  • 15 firefighters

Consequences of the current depressed economy have caused a rise in the number of foreclosures, vacant/abandoned homes and buildings, homeless, squatters and arson fires. These buildings, whether residential or commercial, can create dangerous environments for responding fire resources.

282
Q

DB #13-04 - The International Fire Code states that placards for vacant or abandoned buildings must bear what two dates?

  1. 2.
A
  • Date of placard application
  • Date of most recent inspection
283
Q

DB #13-04 - The following symbols shall be used to designate known hazards on the vacant/abandoned building marker. All that apply shall be placed directly _______ the placard.

  • R/O - _____
  • S/M - _____
  • F/E - _____
  • H/F - _____
A
  • Above the placard
  • R/O - Roof open
  • S/M - Stairs, steps and landing missing
  • F/E - Avoid fire escapes
  • H/F - Holes in floor

The use of these symbols shall be informational only and shall not in any way limit the discretion of the on-scene Incident Commander.

284
Q

DB #13-04 - When dealing with incidents in vacant or abandoned structures, fire officers must address the question of _________ every time.

A
  • Risk versus gain
285
Q

DB #13-04 - Salvage workers or scavengers may remove doors, walls, railings/banisters, stairs, windows, electrical wiring and piping in vacant/abandoned buildings. This can interfere with __________ in the structure and increase the rate of fire spread resulting in extreme or abnormal fire behavior.

A
  • Compartmentalization
286
Q

DB #13-04 - What is the agency that is responsible for the abatement of vacant or abandoned buildings?

A
  • LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)

The Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) is the agency responsible for the abatement of buildings which constitute a nuisance, are hazardous, or in a substandard condition.

287
Q

DB #13-04 - Section 311 of the 2009 _________ Fire Code regulates vacant and abandoned premises.

A
  • 2009 International Fire Code

This provision will be adopted by the Fire Department as part of the new Fire Code. Sections 311.5 through 311.5.5 covers the placard requirement for buildings determined to be dangerous. This system is independent of the current system in place by LADBS. The intent of this program is to identify buildings that pose dangers to firefighters.

288
Q

DB #13-04 - Vacant and abandoned building fires typically do not start on their own. Arson or _________ are often the cause.

A
  • Arson or warming fires

Fires started under these circumstances often burn for long periods of time before they are discovered or reported. Therefore, this can result in significant fire spread in buildings that are already structurally compromised.

289
Q

DB #13-04 - Regarding vacant/abandoned buildings, the provisions of Chapter ____ of the Los Angeles Building Code contain the requirements and procedures that LADBS applies to such buildings.

A
  • Chapter 89
290
Q

DB #13-04 - What is the meaning of this placard symbol on a vacant/abandoned building?

A
  • This symbol shall mean that the structure had normal structural conditions at the time of marking. (Not to be used by LAFD)
291
Q

DB #13-04 - LADBS requires ______ and posting of signs at vacant or abandoned structures to prevent entry.

A
  • Fencing

If field personnel discover a vacant/abandoned building that has not yet been addressed by LADBS or has been interfered with, the LADBS Code Enforcement Bureau Senior Inspector shall be notified at 213-252-3962.

292
Q

DB #13-04 - Who shall Fire Department members notify within the LAFD if they discover a vacant/abandoned property that presents a danger to firefighters?

A
  • MFC Floor Captain

The MFC Floor Captain can be reached telephonically at 213-576-8900. Members should provide the following information: occupancy address, hazard description, and any other pertinent information. The MFC Floor Captain will place a warning note (Modify Temporary Command) on the run sheet (teletype). This message will automatically attach to dispatch information whenever an emergency resource is dispatched to the location.

293
Q

DB #13-04 - On vacant/abandoned buildings, the Fire Department will place ___ x ___ inch placards on at least ____ side(s) of this structure to alert incoming fire companies.

A
  • 24 x 30 inch placards
  • 2 sides

The Fire Department will provide and install these placards at no cost to the property owner.

294
Q

DB #13-04 - If access to abandoned properties is an issue, __________ shall use their discretion in regards to the hazard level and placard placement.

A
  • Company Commanders
295
Q

DB #13-04 - Where can placards for vacant or abandoned buildings be obtained from?

A
  • Division Offices

Placards shall be posted by field personnel.

296
Q

DB #13-04 - On vacant buildings, if the owner chooses to install the placards or use a private company, have the owner notify the Fire Marshal’s office, in writing, within ____ day(s).

A
  • 14 days

Upon such notification, the Fire Department will make available placards (property of the City of Los Angeles) with installation directions for the owner or the owner’s representative.

297
Q

DB #13-04 - What is the meaning of this placard symbol on a vacant/abandoned building?

A
  • Hazardous building - this symbol shall mean that structural or interior hazards exist and interior firefighting or rescue operations should be conducted with caution.
298
Q

DB #13-04 - The International Fire Code states placards for vacant/abandoned buildings shall be applied on the ______ of the structure and be visible from the ______.

A
  • Front
  • Street

Additional placards shall be applied to the side of each entrance to the structure and on penthouses.

299
Q

DB #13-04 - A building that may be empty or unoccupied, but there exists an owner with an expressed interest in the building. What is this definition?

A
  • Vacant building
300
Q

DB #13-04 - The International Fire Code states placards for vacant/abandoned buildings shall be 24 x 30 inches minimum in size with a _____ background, ______ reflective stripes and a ______ reflective border with ____ inches for hazard identification symbols.

A
  • Red background
  • White reflective stripes
  • White reflective border
  • 6 inches

The stripes and border shall have a 2 inch minimum stroke. Placards shall bear the date of their application to the building and the date of the most recent inspection.

301
Q

DB #13-04 - The stripes and borders on placards for abandoned or vacant buildings shall have a ____ inch minimum stroke.

A
  • 2 inch
302
Q

DB #13-04 - When the MFC Floor Captain is notified of a vacant/abandoned building, what will they place on the run sheet (teletype)?

A
  • Warning note (Modify Temporary Command)

This message will automatically attach to dispatch information whenever an emergency resource is dispatched to the location. The information provided to the MFC shall also be entered in FPOS and the Station Journal (F-2). The MFC Floor Captain shall also be notified and FPOS entries made when the hazard is abated.

303
Q

DB #13-04 - 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. What is this definition?

A
  • Abandoned building
304
Q

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

A
  • 31,000
305
Q

DB #13-04 - The 31,000 structure fires that occur in vacant and abandoned buildings every year in the U.S result in an average of _____ firefighter injuries annually.

A
  • 4,500 firefighter injuries
306
Q

DB #13-04 - After the MFC Floor Captain is notified of a vacant/abandoned building, the information shall also be entered in _______ and the station journal (F-2).

A
  • FPOS
  • F-2

The MFC Floor Captain shall also be notified and FPOS entries made when the hazard is abated.

307
Q

DB #13-04 - What is the meaning of this placard symbol on a vacant/abandoned building?

A
  • Dangerous building - this symbol shall mean that the structural or interior hazards exist to a degree that consideration should be given to limit firefighting to exterior operations only, with entry only occuring for known life hazards.
308
Q

DB #13-05 - The Department’s expectation is that members operating vehicles/apparatus will engage in cell phone usage for _________ only, when absolutely necessary.

A
  • Department business

Members are reminded that the exemption only applies when the act is in connection with the course and scope of their duties. All members shall familiarize themselves with the dangers of driving while distracted, especially when electronic devices are involved.

309
Q

DB #13-05 - In 2010, ___% of all injury crashes in the U.S. were reported as distracted drivers.

A
  • 18%
310
Q

DB #13-05 - In 2012, there have been nearly ________ accidents in the U.S. attributed to cell phone use and other distracting activities according to the National Safety Council.

A
  • 1 million
311
Q

DB #13-05 - How many major types of driving distractions are there?

A
  • 3 major types
  • Eyes off the road (visual)
  • Mind off the road (cognitive)
  • Hands off the wheel (manual)
312
Q

DB #13-05 - Distracted driving is a prominent contributor to accidents nationwide. According to U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2011, _____ people were killed on U.S. roadways and an estimated _______ were injured.

A
  • 3,092 killed
  • 416,000 injured
313
Q

DB #13-05 - California law specifically addresses the use of electronic devices while driving. These laws exempt emergency personnel provided the act is in connection with the ______ and ______ of their duties.

A
  • Course and scope of their duties
314
Q

DB #13-06 - Who will provide the mandated annual maintenance, repair any listed deficiencies and the recharging of all fire extinguishers in fire stations?

A
  • GSD
315
Q

DB #13-06 - Where should questions be directed regarding the monthly inspection procedures of fire station extinguishers?

A
  • Fire Facilities Section
316
Q

DB #13-06 -To improve service and cost effectiveness, a new MOU between the LAFD and the __________ Division of the Department of General Services (GSD) has been completed for the monthly inspections of fire extinguishers at all fire stations.

A
  • Building Maintenance Division of GSD

This agreement does not affect the current fire extinguisher procedures on LAFD apparatus or inspection cycles for fire station occupancies.

317
Q

DB #13-06 - The new MOU with GSD regarding station fire extinguishers commits the LAFD to perform the monthly _______ inspections.

A
  • Monthly visual inspections
  • No obstruction to access or visibility.
  • Operating instructions on nameplate are legible and facing outward.
  • Safety seals and tamper indicators are not broken or missing.
  • Examine for obvious physical damage, corrosion, clogged nozzle or cracked hose.
  • Pressure gauge indicator is in the operable range (arrow is in the green zone).
  • For wheeled units, the condition of the tires, carriage, hose and nozzle checked.
318
Q

DB #13-06 - When inspecting the fire station extinguishers, where does the LAFD member that completes the monthly visual inspection record the date that it was performed?

A
  • Card attached to fire extinguisher

An F-2 Journal entry shall also be made.

319
Q

DB #13-07 - Fire Station personnel (Emergency Services Bureau) are responsible for performing fire clearances of _________ doctors’ offices and clinics as required in Manual of Operations.

A
  • Non-licensed

These non-licensed offices and clinics are not related to this Departmental Bulletin.

320
Q

DB #13-07 - When a State Licensed Fire Clearance Inspection is requested in the San Fernando Valley, what Unit do you contact?

A
  • Valley Public Safety Unit

Requests to perform a State Licensed Fire Clearance Inspection shall be referred to the appropriate Unit in the Bureau of Fire Prevention & Public Safety: Institutions Unit at (213) 978-3730, Schools & Churches Unit at (213) 978-3660, or if the facility is located in the San Fernando Valley, Valley Public Safety Unit at (818) 374-1110.

321
Q

DB #13-07 - The Fire Department will collect fees equivalent to full cost recovery for licensing Fire Clearance Inspections for Community/Residential Care Facilities and Day Care Centers - fees equivalent to ____ hour(s) for licensing facilities and/or centers serving 25 or fewer persons; fees equivalent to ____ hour(s) for licensing facilities and/or centers serving more than 25 persons.

A
  • 2 hours = 25 or fewer
  • 4 hours = 25 or more
322
Q

DB #13-07 - A fee equivalent to ____ hour(s) of the current Inspector hourly rate will continue to be charged for a Fire Clearance Safety “Final” Inspection.

A
  • 2 hours
323
Q

DB #13-07 - If you have any questions regarding fire clearances of State Licensed Residential/Communities and Day Care Facilities, which Unit do you call?

A
  • Research Unit
324
Q

DB #13-07 - The Bureau of Fire Prevention and Public Safety is responsible for fire clearances of State licensed ______/______ care and ______ care facilities.

A
  • Residential/community care
  • Day care facilities

The State Health and Safety Code (Sec 13235) allows the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to charge actual costs for Licensed Fire Clearance Inspections for Community/Residential Care Facilities and Day Care Centers.

325
Q

DB #13-08 - (Jurisdictional Border Responses) If the jurisdictional agency’s unit(s) ETA is shorter than LAFD unit(s), MFC shall direct LAFD agency’s unit(s) to ______ their response.

A
  • Cancel their response
326
Q

DB #13-08 - LAFD unit(s) arriving on scene to any incident within a neighboring agency’s jurisdiction shall determine that the jurisdictional agency is on scene and receive _______ confirmation from their personnel that they have assumed full responsibility for the incident.

A
  • Verbal confirmation

If an LAFD resource is committed to the incident, MFC may send an LAFD Agency Representative.

327
Q

DB #13-08 - If you have any questions regarding jurisdictional border responses, who do you contact?

A
  • Administrative Division Commander
328
Q

DB #13-08 - Whenever a LAFD unit becomes aware the response they have been dispatched to is outside of the LAFD’s primary jurisdiction, they shall notify MFC via radio that the incident is outside LAFD’s primary jurisdiction and ________ the response.

A
  • Continue the response
329
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) The goal is to get the patient to a cardiac cath lab in less than ____ minute(s) from the time the first pre-hospital 12 lead ECG is obtained.

A
  • Less than 60 minutes

Delays in treatment for patients experiencing a heart attack may be critical, hence the phrase “time is muscle.”

330
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) The LAFD has worked with Physio-Control and ________ to facilitate the fast, easy transmission of 12 lead ECG’s from the field to the SRC in order to minimize the number of false positive ECG’s.

A
  • Sansio
331
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) Contact the SRC and inform them that you are treating a STEMI patient, and that a copy of the 12 lead ECG has been transmitted and is available on the ________ and XChangER programs.

A
  • ReddiNet and XChangER
332
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) The only information that must be completed on the EPCR prior to ECG transmission is the hospital destination and the selection of STEMI in the Reason for ________ field.

A
  • Transport field
333
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) Who should questions regarding ECG transmission of STEMI’s be addressed to?

A
  • Administrative EMS Battalion Captain
334
Q

DB #13-09 - (STEMI) What is it called when a cardiac monitor interprets the 12 lead ECG as a STEMI and then it is later determined not to be a STEMI by the receiving facility?

A
  • “False positive”
335
Q

DB #13-15 - Ready Reserve Engines (400 series) may be staffed in the event of “emergency” or “in-and- out” repairs up to _____ hour(s).

A
  • 8 hours

Approval to staff 400 series engines for “emergency” or “in-and- out” repairs shall be obtained through the respective Division Commander where the apparatus is assigned.

336
Q

DB #13-15 - Final updated versions of the ESB Calendar produced by Divisions reflecting training activities shall be forwarded via e-mail to the ______ office.

A
  • ESB office

The creation of the final version shall be coordinated between both Division offices.

337
Q

DB #13-15 - North and South Divisions will rotate training days resulting in each Division having a total of ____ CAV companies on alternating calendar days (South - even, North - odd).

A
  • 6 CAV companies
338
Q

DB #13-15 - The Department has reduced the maximum number of CAV resources. This is the result of one less day of ______ training being required, the increased amount of decentralized training being conducted at Regional Training Sites, and the increased demands for service by the public we serve.

A
  • EMT training
339
Q

DB #13-15 - The S&M Division has ____ heavy apparatus and ____ light apparatus dedicated CAV slots per weekday for apparatus repairs.

A
  • 6 heavy apparatus
  • 2 light apparatus

Heavy Apparatus - 4 slots each day or 4 apparatus (am) & 4 apparatus (pm); plus 2 additional apparatus per day reserved for pump/aerial test as established on the published schedule.

Light Apparatus - 2 slots each day or 2 light apparatus (am) & 2 light apparatus (pm), or 2 all day.

340
Q

DB #13-15 - Who approves any Battalion or Company level training requests for locations outside the respective battalion?

A
  • Administrative Division Commander

All Officers are encouraged to make every attempt to conduct training evolutions within their own first in districts.

341
Q

DB #13-15 - The overall ESB Calendar coordination will remain the responsibility of the ESB ___________.

A
  • Assistant Bureau Commander

ESB may supersede company closure CAV limits above the Division maximums for specific events.

342
Q

DB #13-15 - On a daily, which offices monitor the overall number of resources scheduled for CAV training on the Emergency Services Bureau (ESB) Calendar?

A
  • Division offices

The ESB Calendar is routinely impacted by resource closures for EMT recertification, both scheduled and unscheduled apparatus repairs, mandatory training directives, and designated Battalion training (ESB) days. An additional challenge is move-ups behind company closures, and their impact on Task Forces and Metro Fire Communications (MFC).

343
Q

DB #13-15 - “Emergency repair” or “in-and-out” repairs are those which are completed within _____ hour(s).

A
  • 8 hours

Example - brake, radiator repair, tire change. Repairs extending beyond the 8 hour time limit shall result in a change-over.

344
Q

DB #13-15 - The _________ is the Department platform and will replace the current ESB Calendar located under the Department’s status briefing tab.

A
  • Google calendar

Company identification shall be inputted manually.

345
Q

DB #13-15 - (ESB Calendar) During training evolutions, in order to limit the impact of extended response times, ______ lines may be left at the training location for later pick up, provided it does not create a hazard to the public. _______ shall always be retrieved.

A
  • Supply lines
  • Brass
346
Q

DB #13-15 - Regarding the ESB calendar, required or mandatory training will be communicated from the ESB _________ to all Divisions.

A
  • Assistant Bureau Commander
347
Q

DB #13-15 - Every _______ on the ESB Calendar is reserved for Officer Continuing Education Program (OCEP) coordinated by the In-Service Training Section.

A
  • Friday

Divisions are not to approve any training requests for Fridays.

348
Q

DB #13-15 - The maximum permitted number of company closures CAV, per shift is as follows….

  • Fire companies - ___
  • ALS - ___
  • BLS - ___
  • With _____ approval, these numbers may increase for specific events
A
  • Fire companies - 6
  • ALS - 3
  • BLS - 3
  • With ESB approval, these numbers may increase for specific events
349
Q

DB #13-15 - _______ offices are required to coordinate training data entries acquiring input from In-Service Training Section, Supply & Maintenance Division (S&M Division), Homeland Security Division, and the ESB office.

A
  • Division offices
350
Q

DB #13-15 - When fire resources levels become of concern, ______ in concurrence with the affected ________ Commander shall determine staffing locations of 200 series engine companies.

A
  • MFC
  • Division Commander
351
Q

DB #13-17 - The Fire Marshal, after reviewing the current Fire Code, determined that it was necessary to update the existing Code to ensure conformity with the California State ______ Code, California State ______ Code, and the Life Safety Code Title ____.

A
  • California State Building Code
  • California State Fire Code
  • Title 19
352
Q

DB #13-17 - The new Los Angeles Fire Code integrates the current Los Angeles Fire Code with the ________ Fire Code and shall be known as the “2014 Los Angeles Fire Code”.

A
  • California Fire Code

The 2014 Los Angeles Fire Code still falls under Chapter 5 Article 7 of the Municipal Code. The 2014 Code nomenclature allows the Los Angeles Fire Code and the Los Angeles Building Code to function in a coordinated manner.

353
Q

DB #13-17 - The last major revision to the Los Angeles Fire Code was done over ____ years ago.

A
  • 25 years ago

This revision is intended to not only address the changes in building practices and fire protection systems but also to integrate the building code. The new Code will foster a more business friendly environment for economic development while maintaining a level of life safety that the citizens of Los Angeles deserve.

354
Q

DB #13-17 - Preprinted Fire/Life Safety Forms, F-340’s (F-340 A, B, C, D, E and Fire Watch) can be accessed through the LAFD Portal in _____ different areas to make the forms more accessible.

A
  • 3 different areas
  • Forms tab
  • FPB tab
  • FPA tab
355
Q

DB #13-17 - if you have any questions regarding the new “2014 Los Angeles Fire Code,” which Unit should be addressed?

A
  • Research Unit
356
Q

DB #13-17 - Regarding the new Fire Code, fire stations will continue to perform routine inspections and utilize ______ to generate notices.

A
  • FPOS

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