Department Bulletins Flashcards

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<p>Who writes Departmental Bulletins?</p>

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<ul> <li>Operations</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - DuringPhase IV enforcementon Critical (Bl 212+) and Red Flag Alert Days, who will surveyall critical streets and immediately notify the LAPD when a serious parking violation is observed in the Severity Zone?</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

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<ul> <li>LADOT</li> <li>LAFD Brush Patrols</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>BI 212+</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - The color code \_\_\_\_\_ on the No parking Priority Enforcement mapidentifies an area within a tributary leading to a main evacuation route or critical access.</p>

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<ul> <li>Yellow</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - Phase III of the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program is the period from\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 1st through \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 31st.</p>

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<ul> <li>Phase III - October 1st to December 31st</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone</li> <li>Mountain Fire District</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - Regarding the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program, what phase does LAFD and LAPD initiate a Public Relations Campain?</p>

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<ul> <li>Phase II</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Information Notices and Public Service Announcements will be published/broadcast prior to Phase IIIexplaining 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.</p>

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<p>DB #03-24 -The purpose of color-coding maps for priority enforcement is to apply \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_strategy to parking enforcement in the Severity Zone.</p>

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<ul> <li>Risk management strategy</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - The color code \_\_\_\_\_ on the No parking Priority Enforcement mapindicates areas/streets that will have the least impact on evacuation/access if blocked.</p>

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<ul> <li>Green</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 -The No Parking Priority Enforcement Program utilizes resources from....</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

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<ul> <li>LAFD</li> <li>LAPD</li> <li>LADOT</li></ul>

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<p>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).</p>

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<ul> <li>2 weeks prior to October 1st</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 -The LAPD Liaison Officers for the No Parking Priority EnforcementProgram are designated as "\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Wildfire Liaison Officers" (AUWL).</p>

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<ul> <li>"Area Urban Wildfire Liason Officers" (AUWL)</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>There is one AUWLOfficer 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</p>

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<p>DB #03-24 - What phaseof the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program includes aggressive enforcement andtowing?</p>

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<ul> <li>Phase IV</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #03-24 - The color code \_\_\_\_\_ on theNo parking Priority Enforcementmapidentifies an area within a main evacuation route where parking would negatively impact the evacuation of a large area.</p>

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<ul> <li>Red</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Red also indicates access critical to Fire Department operations serving a large area.</p>

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<p>DB #03-24 - (Priority Parking) After the LAPD Liaison Officer recievesthe two map copies from the LAFD Battalion office,LAPD then gives a copy to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ for code enforcement.</p>

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<ul> <li>LADOT</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 - How many phases will the No Parking Priority Enforcement Program be implemented in?</p>

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<ul> <li>4 phases</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>Phase I - year around enforcment</li> <li>Phase II - public notification</li> <li>Phase III - more aggressive enforcement</li> <li>Phase IV - aggressive enforcement/towing</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 -The purpose of color-coding for priority enforcement is to apply risk managementstrategy to parking enforcement in the Severity Zone. What colors are used on the map?</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

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<ul> <li>Green</li> <li>Yellow</li> <li>Red</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>2 copies to LAPD</li></ul>

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<p>DB #03-24 -During Phase \_\_\_, fire companies will distribute Information Notices to households on pre-determined critical streets.</p>

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<ul> <li>Phase II</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #06-12 - The backing policymaterial will be included in revisions to Book 8, the Driver's Training Manual, Module \_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Module 6</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 - The "Heavy Apparatus Backing Policy" is consistent with the practices of fire departments nationwide and complies with \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and NIOSH recommendations.</p>

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<ul> <li>NFPA</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy)A safety officer, normally the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_, shall directly supervise and ensure safety of all backing operations.</p>

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<ul> <li>Company Commander</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Opposite side</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 -This memberwill 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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Safety Officer</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) Whoassumes the role of the safety spotter while backing aerial ladder apparatus?</p>

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<ul> <li>Tiller person</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Safety spotter</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) If you want the driver to immediately stop the apparatus, use doubleclosed fists andforman "\_\_\_\_."</p>

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<ul> <li>"X"</li></ul>

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<p>DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy)In lieu of the three-bell signal to begin backing, what shall the driver do?</p>

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<ul> <li>Remove headset and listen</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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<p>DB #06-12 - (Backing Policy) The \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ shall be set first before connecting any diesel exhaust capture system.</p>

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<ul> <li>Maxi-brakes</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Good judgment</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>15 feet</li> <li>3 feet</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>NIOSH</li></ul>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Operations Commander (or appointed designee)</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Progressive corrective action</li></ul>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>One time exemption</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>One time exemption on the effective date of this policy for tattoosthat cannot be covered by a Departmentapproved uniform or skin patch.</p>

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<p>DB #08-04 -The Los Angeles Fire Department will implement a workplace policy regarding tattoos, scarifications, and branding effective \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>May 1st, 2008</li></ul>

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<p>DB #08-04 - Regarding the tattoo, scarification, and branding policy, who does the implementation and enforcement begin with?</p>

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<ul> <li>First line supervisor</li></ul>

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<p>DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy)Supervisors shall recognize and immediately correct any violation at the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_possible level.</p>

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<ul> <li>Lowest possible level</li></ul>

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<p>DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy)In covering any tattoos, scarifications, and/or brandings, members are reminded to review \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Manual of Operations</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Manual of Operations - 3/7-10.01 through 3/7-55.02</p>

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<p>DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy) Tattoo exemptions will be granted where coverage of the tattoo may impede the member's \_\_\_\_\_\_\_or where coverage is \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Safety</li> <li>Impratical</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Example - face piece seal</p>

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<p>DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy)Any future tattoos, scarifications, or brands received after the effective date of this policy, whichcannot be covered with Departmentapproved uniform or skin patches, are \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Prohibited</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Each Department employee</li></ul>

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<p>DB #08-04 - (Tattoo Policy)Verbal counseling and training are appropriate actions when dealing with \_\_\_\_\_\_\_violations.</p>

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<ul> <li>Initial violations</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-03 - If the HVV isdamaged, 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.</p>

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<ul> <li>1,000 feet</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-03 -The HVV features \_\_\_\_ inchsilver reflective material background.</p>

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<ul> <li>2 inch</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #09-03 -The high visibility vestapparel 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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Class 2 or 3</li></ul>

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<p>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).</p>

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<ul> <li>6 months</li> <li>3 years</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Per position</li></ul>

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<p>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).</p>

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<ul> <li>November 24, 2008</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-03 -The HVVmay be washed in \_\_\_\_\_water and \_\_\_\_\_dried only.</p>

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<ul> <li>Warm water</li> <li>Line dried</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Do not use bleach, dry clean or iron.</p>

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<p>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).</p>

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<ul> <li>Part 634</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>100% polyester material</li> <li>5 point breakaway design</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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

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<ul> <li>25 wash cycles</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 - Thisis 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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Hostile Work Environment</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Bureau Commander</li> <li>Arson Section</li></ul>

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<p>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. </p>

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<ul> <li>LAPD Threat Management Unit</li> <li>Contract Consultant - Prince and Phelps</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 - Regarding a member that displays workplace violence, commonphysical characteristics include, alcohol or substance abuse, physical problems, pain, and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Disease</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 -A "\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_" is based on discrimination for one or more of the following reasons....</p>

<ul> <li>Race</li> <li>Skin color</li> <li>Marital status</li> <li>Pregnancy</li> <li>Sex/sexual orientation</li> <li>Sexual harassment</li> <li>Disability (actual or perceived)</li> <li>AIDS/HIV (actual or perceived)</li> <li>Cancer</li> <li>Ancestry language/accent</li> <li>National origin/ethnicity age</li> <li>Retaliation</li></ul>

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<ul> <li>"Hostile Work Environment"</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>Race</li> <li>Skin color</li> <li>Marital status</li> <li>Pregnancy</li> <li>Sex/sexual orientation</li> <li>Sexual harassment</li> <li>Disability (actual or perceived)</li> <li>AIDS/HIV (actual or perceived)</li> <li>Cancer</li> <li>Ancestry language/accent</li> <li>National origin/ethnicity age</li> <li>Retaliation</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Risk Mangement Section Chief</li> <li>Chief Deputy (Admin/E-Ops)</li> <li>Employee Relations Officer (ERO)</li> <li>Department's Personnel Director</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>This is the LAFD Threat Assessment Team for workplace violence.</p>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Workplace violence</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 - The Department's Workplace Violence Coordinator is a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_assigned to the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Section, Administrative Operations.</p>

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<ul> <li>Battalion Chief</li> <li>Risk Management Section</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>LAPD</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 -If a disprupting workplace violenceincident occurs in the fire station, place the company out of service,have MFC create anincident for an "\_\_\_\_\_\_\_" and dispatch a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>"Invest"</li> <li>Battalion Commander</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>Ensure next-level supervisor is advised</li> <li>Contact their respective Operations Chief Deputy (if after hours, contact the Risk Management Officer on-call through MFC).</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 - Regarding workplace violence, what signs are the most prevalent early warning indicators?</p>

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<ul> <li>Verbal signs</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>These signs involve oral threats and other types or verbal harassment.</p>

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<p>DB #09-15 - If any supervisor observes oris aware of potential workplace violence, they shall telephonically notify the Department's \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Workplace Violence Coordinator</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>If after hours, contact the on-call Risk Management Officer through MFC.</p>

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<p>DB #09-15 - After a workplace violence incident, who will contact theLAFD Threat Assessment Team, Stress Management, and if necessary, the LAPD Threat Management Unit?</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

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<ul> <li>The Operations Chief Deputy or</li> <li>Risk Management Section Chief</li></ul>

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<p>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 \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Operations Chief Deputy</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>LAPD Threat Management Unit</li></ul>

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<p>DB #09-15 -The City of Los Angeles has a \_\_\_\_\_\_tolerance policy on violence in the workplace.</p>

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<ul> <li>Zero tolerance</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #10-12 - Regarding traffic accident investigation interviews, if management determines that the matter is time-sensitive, and the member is unable toobtain representation within \_\_\_\_minutes, management reserves the right to detail an available representative of the member’s choice to provide representation to the member.</p>

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<ul> <li>90 minutes</li></ul>

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<p>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). </p>

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<ul> <li>AB 220 (FBOR)</li></ul>

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72
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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations)LAPD willrequest a SCIDif they encounter atraffic collision involving a City-owned or a City mileage vehicle that results in a fatality or severe injury. What is a SCID?</p>

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<ul> <li>Specialized Collision Investigation Detail (SCID)</li></ul>

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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Collect, complete, and forward the following reports....</p>

<ul> <li>FG-\_\_\_\_Automobile Accident Report</li> <li>FG-\_\_\_\_Witness Card</li> <li>F-\_\_\_\_Accident Report</li> <li>F-\_\_\_\_Requisition -Note: this is required in all accidents including those where there is no damage to Department apparatus/vehicle</li> <li>Investigating agency report (police report)</li> <li>Digital photos</li></ul>

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

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Circumstances</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) What is the "heart" of any investigation?</p>

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<ul> <li>Interview</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p></p>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Category I</li></ul>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>The Hearing Officer</li></ul>

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78
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>14 calendar days</li></ul>

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

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<ul> <li>Administrative Division Commanders</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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 (2or more) will also fall into the hearing category.</p>

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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) Claim forms forthird partiesinvolved in an accident with a Department vehicle can be obtained online or at the Office of the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Office of the City Clerk</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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81
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>14 days</li></ul>

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

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<ul> <li>Administrative Assistant Chief</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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).</p>

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<p>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 \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Bureau Commander</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>FG-88</li></ul>

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<p>DB#10-12-(TrafficAccidentInvestigations)A “B” penalty is a \_\_\_\_to \_\_\_\_ day suspension.</p>

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<ul> <li>6 to 10 day suspension</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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 a6- to 10-day suspension. Contact Professional Standards Division (PSD) for guidance when the decision to record or not record is a concern.</p>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Category II</li></ul>

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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations)The respective \_\_\_\_\_\_\_will be assigned the responsibility for conducting the CTS investigation by PSD.</p>

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<ul> <li>Bureau</li></ul>

88
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Administrative Division Chief</li> <li>Los Angeles City Attorney</li></ul>

89
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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Category III</li></ul>

90
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<p>DB #10-12 - Traffic accident investigations interviews shall normally be conducted between the hours of \_\_\_\_ amto \_\_\_\_ pmweekdays, unless the investigation is time-sensitive.</p>

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<ul> <li>8 am to 5 pm weekdays</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

91
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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) The Preliminary Investigation Packet shall be forwarded “through channels” to Emergency Services Bureau within \_\_\_\_calendar day(s).</p>

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<ul> <li>14 calendar days</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>4 categories</li></ul>

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<p>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?</p>

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<ul> <li>Category IV</li></ul>

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

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<ul> <li>Law enforcement investigating agency</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

95
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Help/References section</li></ul>

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<p>DB #10-12 - (Traffic Accident Investigations) During an accident hearing, the member shall be administered the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_Admonition.</p>

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<ul> <li>Lybarger Admonition</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Whowill become the investigating officer of any injury or illness that occurs to a member?</p>

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<ul> <li>On-duty supervisors</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Division Commander</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Medical Liaison Unit</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>24 hours</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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

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<ul> <li>Department Safety Coordinator</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention)The goal of the IPA program is to identify causesofinjuries and then work to reduce those injuries by increasing \_\_\_\_\_\_\_and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_of causes of injuries.</p>

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<ul> <li>Awareness and accountability</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>April 25, 2011</li> <li>Form 5020</li></ul>

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

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<ul> <li>Battalion Commander</li></ul>

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

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<ul> <li>Medical Liaison Unit</li></ul>

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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Risk Management Section</li></ul>

107
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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Form 5020 and all related forms will be accessible through the Information Portal, on the menu bar labeled \_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>IIRS</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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<p>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).</p>

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<ul> <li>24 hours</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

109
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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention)A Department Rescue Ambulance shall transport all injured members other than those with \_\_\_\_\_\_ traumaor \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Minor trauma</li> <li>Exposures</li></ul>

110
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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) If a Battalion Commander is injured, who is the investigating officer?</p>

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<ul> <li>Division Commander/Assistant Chief</li></ul>

111
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<p>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 \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

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<ul> <li>Battalion Commander</li></ul>

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<p>DB #11-03 - (Injury Prevention) Who shall reviewallcompleted Form 5020’s, Supervisor’s Accident Investigation Forms, Workers’ Compensation Claim Form DWC1’s, Reviewer Form 5020 Cover Letters and Accident Witness Statement Forms?</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

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<ul> <li>Medical Liaison Unit</li> <li>Risk Management Section</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

113
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Section I</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

114
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<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Battalion Commander</li></ul>

115
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<p>DB #11-14 - The majority of the Automatic Alarms that the Department responds tocome from private alarm companies and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_agencies.</p>

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<ul> <li>Governmental agencies</li></ul>

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<p>DB #11-14 - The trialAutomatic Alarm Reduction Program (A/ARP) will consist of how many elements?</p>

A

<ul> <li>3 elements</li></ul>

117
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<p>DB #11-14 - As a Department, we respond to over how many Automatic Alarm(A/A) incidents each month?</p>

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<ul> <li>Over 1,000</li></ul>

118
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<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Monthly basis</li> <li>Address</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

119
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<p>DB #11-14 - How long willthe Automatic Alarm Reduction Program (A/ARP) last?</p>

A

<ul> <li>6 months</li></ul>

120
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<p>DB #11-14 - When a company respondsto 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 officernotify?</p>

A

<ul> <li>OCD Battalion Chief</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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).</p>

<ul> <li>Incident Time</li> <li>Incident Date</li> <li>Incident Number</li> <li>Brief description of what was encountered</li></ul>

121
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<p>DB #11-14 -In an effort to provide emergency responder workload relief, MFC in conjunction with the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_is evaluating Automatic Alarm (A/A) incidents. </p>

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<ul> <li>Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau (FPB)</li></ul>

122
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<p>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).</p>

A

<ul> <li>DHS Reference 808</li></ul>

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<p>DB #11-15 - If a patient in the City meetsALS criteria andinsists upon being transported via a third party BLS ambulance, what must be done and who is requested?</p>

<ol> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

A

<ul> <li>Base contact - AMA</li> <li>Request an EMS Battalion Captain</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

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<p>DB #11-15 -If a third party ambulance is onscene and thepatientdoes 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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Part I</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

125
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<p>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. </p>

A

<ul> <li>California Health and Safety Code</li> <li>"Exclusive operating area"</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

126
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<p>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.</p>

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<ul> <li>Clinical judgment</li></ul>

127
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<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Full ALS patient assessment</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>This shall includea 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.</li> <li>The patient is secured in the back of the Rescue Ambulance in preparation for transport.</li> <li>A re-assessment of the patient is completed by a Department paramedic.</li> <li>A hospital destination is confirmed.</li> <li>The need for additional personnel in the back of the ambulance and/or the need for a driver are determined unnecessary.</li></ul>

128
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<p>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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Protected Health Information (PHI)</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

129
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<p>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).</p>

A

<ul> <li>HIPAA 1996</li></ul>

130
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<p>DB #12-10 -The \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Service provides fire weather information to the North Division office by \_\_\_\_\_hours for the following day.</p>

A

<ul> <li>National Weather Service</li> <li>1500 hours</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

131
Q

<p>DB #12-10 - Red Flag conditions are when the wind is \_\_\_\_+ MPH, and humidity is \_\_\_\_% or less.</p>

A

<ul> <li>25+ MPH (wind)</li> <li>15% or less (humidity)</li></ul>

132
Q

<p>DB #12-10 - Regarding any anticipated Red Flag day, all LAFD facilities should be notified by \_\_\_\_\_hours the night before.</p>

A

<ul> <li>1900 hours</li></ul>

133
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Red Flag No Parking Program</li></ul>

134
Q

<p>DB #12-10 -The Red Flag is made of a lightweight \_\_\_\_\_\_material and measures \_\_\_ x \_\_\_ feetwith two \_\_\_\_\_\_grommets to attach the flag to the halyard clips.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Lightweight nylon material</li> <li>2 x 3 feet</li> <li>Brass grommets</li></ul>

135
Q

<p>DB #12-10 -The \_\_\_\_\_clip of the Red Flag shall be attached \_\_\_\_feetbelow the bottom of the American Flag.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Top clip</li> <li>6 feet below</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

136
Q

<p>DB #12-10 - A Red Flagnotification will cause all stations to begin displaying the Red Flag \_\_\_\_hour(s) a day until directed to discontinue.</p>

A

<ul> <li>24 hours a day</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

137
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Station Commander</li></ul>

138
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>SRS order</li></ul>

139
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>July 1, 1998</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

140
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Department</li> <li>Patient care</li></ul>

141
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Reference No. 502</li></ul>

142
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Reference No. 510</li></ul>

143
Q

<p>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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>4 questions</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>This ensures the specific Kaiser transport can be included in the targeted destination program.</p>

144
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>$135</li> <li>3 miles (or more)</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Kaiser pays the additional flat program fee, not the patient.</p>

145
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Kaiser Trust Fund</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

146
Q

<p>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 \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Immediate supervisor</li> <li>MFC Floor Captain</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

147
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>"DWP ONS"</li></ul>

148
Q

<p>DB #13-03 -DWPhas 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 \_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Document</li> <li>MFC</li></ul>

149
Q

<p>DB #13-03 - Thisis 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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>"Standby time"</li></ul>

150
Q

<p>DB #13-03 -All LAFD resources responding to and standing by for DWP shall record the standby information in the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Fire station journal (F-2)</li></ul>

151
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>"DWP assistance"</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

152
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>LAFD</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

<p>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).</p>

153
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>15 firefighters</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

154
Q

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

<ol> <li></li> <li></li></ol>

A

<ul> <li>Date of placard application</li> <li>Date of most recent inspection</li></ul>

155
Q

<p>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.</p>

<ul> <li>R/O - \_\_\_\_\_</li> <li>S/M - \_\_\_\_\_</li> <li>F/E - \_\_\_\_\_</li> <li>H/F - \_\_\_\_\_</li></ul>

A

<ul> <li>Above the placard</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>R/O - Roof open</li> <li>S/M - Stairs, steps and landing missing</li> <li>F/E - Avoid fire escapes</li> <li>H/F - Holes in floor</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

156
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - When dealingwith incidents in vacant orabandoned structures, fire officers must address the question of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_every time.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Risk versus gain</li></ul>

157
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Compartmentalization</li></ul>

158
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

159
Q

<p>DB #13-04 -Section 311 of the 2009\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Fire Code regulates vacant and abandoned premises.</p>

A

<ul> <li>2009 International Fire Code</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

160
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - Vacant and abandoned building fires typically do not start on their own. Arson or \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_are often the cause.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Arson or warming fires</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

161
Q

<p>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. </p>

A

<ul> <li>Chapter 89</li></ul>

162
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - What isthe meaning of thisplacard symbol on avacant/abandoned building?</p>

A

<ul> <li>This symbol shall mean that the structure had normal structural conditions at the time of marking. (Not to be used by LAFD)</li></ul>

163
Q

<p>DB #13-04 -LADBS requires \_\_\_\_\_\_and posting of signs at vacant or abandoned structures to prevent entry.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Fencing</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

164
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>MFC Floor Captain</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

165
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - On vacant/abandoned buildings, the Fire Department will place\_\_\_x \_\_\_ inchplacards on at least \_\_\_\_side(s) of this structure to alert incoming fire companies. </p>

A

<ul> <li>24 x 30 inch placards</li> <li>2 sides</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

166
Q

<p>DB #13-04 -If access to abandoned properties is an issue, \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_shall use their discretion in regards to the hazard level and placard placement.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Company Commanders</li></ul>

167
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Division Offices</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Placards shall be posted by field personnel.</p>

168
Q

<p>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).</p>

A

<ul> <li>14 days</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

169
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - What isthe meaning of thisplacard symbol on avacant/abandoned building?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Hazardous building - this symbol shall mean thatstructural or interior hazards exist and interior firefighting or rescue operations should be conducted with caution.</li></ul>

170
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - The International Fire Code states placards for vacant/abandoned buildingsshall be applied on the \_\_\_\_\_\_of the structure and be visible from the \_\_\_\_\_\_.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Front</li> <li>Street</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

171
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Vacant building</li></ul>

172
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - The International Fire Code states placards for vacant/abandoned buildingsshall be 24 x30 inchesminimum in size with a \_\_\_\_\_background, \_\_\_\_\_\_reflective stripes and a \_\_\_\_\_\_reflective border with \_\_\_\_inches for hazard identification symbols.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Red background</li> <li>White reflective stripes</li> <li>White reflective border</li> <li>6 inches</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>The stripes and border shall have a 2inchminimum stroke.Placards shall bear the date of their application to the building and the date of the most recent inspection.</p>

173
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - The stripes and borders on placards for abandoned or vacant buildingsshall have a \_\_\_\_inchminimum stroke.</p>

A

<ul> <li>2 inch</li></ul>

174
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Warning note (Modify Temporary Command)</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

175
Q

<p>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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Abandoned building</li></ul>

176
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>31,000</li></ul>

177
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - The31,000 structure fires that occur in vacant and abandoned buildings every year in the U.Sresult in an average of \_\_\_\_\_firefighter injuries annually.</p>

A

<ul> <li>4,500 firefighter injuries</li></ul>

178
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - After the MFC Floor Captain is notified of a vacant/abandoned building, the informationshall also be entered in \_\_\_\_\_\_\_and the station journal (F-2).</p>

A

<ul> <li>FPOS</li> <li>F-2</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

179
Q

<p>DB #13-04 - What isthe meaning of thisplacard symbol on avacant/abandoned building?</p>

A

<ul> <li>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.</li></ul>

180
Q

<p>DB #13-05 - The Department's expectation is that members operating vehicles/apparatus will engage in cell phone usage for \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ only, when absolutely necessary.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Department business</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

181
Q

<p>DB #13-05 -In 2010, \_\_\_% of all injury crashes in the U.S. were reported as distracted drivers.</p>

A

<ul> <li>18%</li></ul>

182
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>1 million</li></ul>

183
Q

<p>DB #13-05 - How many major types of driving distractions are there?</p>

A

<ul> <li>3 major types</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>Eyes off the road (visual)</li> <li>Mind off the road (cognitive)</li> <li>Hands off the wheel (manual)</li></ul>

184
Q

<p>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. </p>

A

<ul> <li>3,092 killed</li> <li>416,000 injured</li></ul>

185
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Course and scope of their duties</li></ul>

186
Q

<p>DB #13-06 - Who willprovide the mandated annual maintenance, repair any listed deficiencies and the recharging of all fire extinguishers in fire stations?</p>

A

<ul> <li>GSD</li></ul>

187
Q

<p>DB #13-06 - Where shouldquestions be directed regarding the monthly inspection procedures of fire station extinguishers?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Fire Facilities Section</li></ul>

188
Q

<p>DB #13-06 -To improve service and cost effectiveness, a newMOUbetween the LAFDand the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_Division of the Department of General Services (GSD) has been completed for the monthly inspections of fire extinguishers at all fire stations.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Building Maintenance Division of GSD</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

189
Q

<p>DB #13-06 - The new MOU with GSD regarding station fire extinguishers commits the LAFD to perform the monthly \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ inspections.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Monthly visual inspections</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

190
Q

<p>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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Card attached to fire extinguisher</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>An F-2 Journal entry shall also be made.</p>

191
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Non-licensed</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>These non-licensed offices and clinicsare not related to this Departmental Bulletin.</p>

192
Q

<p>DB #13-07 - When aState Licensed Fire Clearance Inspection is requested in the San Fernando Valley, what Unit do you contact?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Valley Public Safety Unit</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>Requests to perform a State Licensed Fire Clearance Inspection shall be referred to the appropriate Unit in the Bureau of Fire Prevention &amp; Public Safety: Institutions Unit at (213) 978-3730, Schools &amp; 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.</p>

193
Q

<p>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 25or fewer persons; fees equivalent to \_\_\_\_hour(s) for licensing facilities and/or centers serving more than 25 persons.</p>

A

<ul> <li>2 hours =25 or fewer</li> <li>4 hours =25or more</li></ul>

194
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>2 hours</li></ul>

195
Q

<p>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?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Research Unit</li></ul>

196
Q

<p>DB #13-07 -The Bureau of Fire Prevention andPublic Safety is responsible for fire clearances of State licensed \_\_\_\_\_\_/\_\_\_\_\_\_care and \_\_\_\_\_\_care facilities.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Residential/community care</li> <li>Day care facilities</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

197
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Cancel their response</li></ul>

198
Q

<p>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.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Verbal confirmation</li></ul>

<p></p>

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

199
Q

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

A

<ul> <li>Administrative Division Commander</li></ul>

200
Q

<p>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 MFCvia radio that the incident is outside LAFD’s primary jurisdiction and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_the response.</p>

A

<ul> <li>Continue the response</li></ul>

201
Q

<p>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 \_\_\_\_.</p>

A

<ul> <li>California State Building Code</li> <li>California State Fire Code</li> <li>Title 19</li></ul>

202
Q

<p>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”.</p>

A

<ul> <li>California Fire Code</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

203
Q

<p>DB #13-17 -The last major revision to the Los Angeles Fire Code was done over \_\_\_\_years ago.</p>

A

<ul> <li>25 years ago</li></ul>

<p></p>

<p>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.</p>

204
Q

<p>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 Portalin \_\_\_\_\_different areasto make the forms more accessible. </p>

A

<ul> <li>3 different areas</li></ul>

<p></p>

<ul> <li>Forms tab</li> <li>FPB tab</li> <li>FPA tab</li></ul>

205
Q

<p>DB #13-17 - if you have any questions regarding the new "2014 Los Angeles Fire Code," which Unit should be addressed?</p>

A

<ul> <li>Research Unit</li></ul>

206
Q

<p>DB #13-17 - Regarding the new Fire Code, fire stations will continue to perform routine inspections and utilize \_\_\_\_\_\_to generate notices.</p>

A

<ul> <li>FPOS</li></ul>