Extra Flashcards
Officers must be able to account for what two things of their crew members at all times?
Location and Welfare
Structural collapse has had what effect on firefighters?
One of the leading causes of injury and death
How is heavy Timber defined?
8” X 8” or larger wood
A RIT activation will require how many extra personnel?
A second alarm
Who is automatically paged on all HM7 consults?
HC458
How many of those who demonstrate symptoms related to traumatic events can resolve those alone?
Approximately 1/2
What time can you call Cascade centers?
24 hours a day
Anytime that emergency response crews are subjected to a traumatic event, what checkbox should be clicked?
Traumatic event checkbox, located in RESPONDER tab
What kind of SCBA do we use?
Scott X3 Pro
In situations with low visibility what position do you move the member with the low air alarm to?
Second position from front
What else will also be worn anytime the bulletproof vest is donned?
Fire helmet and medical glasses
What does a bpv typically consist of?
Plate carrier
ballistic plates
fabric
What vests do the other group’s wear?
Rrt tactical tailor
Fmo inv SafariLand overt carrier
Fmo insp Second chance
SERT proTech tactical
It is standard operating procedure to attempt to stabilize fire conditions how?
Extending an aggressive offensive interior attack
Fire reports are subject to review by what 4 groups?
Insurance companies
Private fire investigator
Police
DA office
If you don’t know the location of the fire during ventilation, do not do what?
Do not break windows
When taking the glass during horizontal ventilation, what window should you break?
Window nearest the area of fire origin or on the opposite side of the fire
The wind of just how many miles per hour of long into an opening can create a wind driven fire scenario?
10 mph
If you have blowers of two different sizes where does the little one go?
Behind the big one
Removing the screens increases the ventilation efficiency by how much?
50%
What is the preferred search method in a single-family dwelling / Garden Style apartment?
Left or right hand search is preferred
When an engine and a Truck arrived together, engine officers should do what?
Spot on a Hydrant allowing the first due truck to place apparatus before laying their hose
What’s the difference between Portland thread or NFPA thread?
Portland thread usually have black steamer Port cap
How can you tell if a home has a excess gas flow device?
Metal washer on Riser has diamond shaped hole stamped in it
Is EOPS allowed to flag an address to not respond on a fire alarm?
No, only FMO inspectors
A Bendix King VHF portable radio is assigned to which rigs?
Each first line apparatus and response Chief vehicle
What kind of radios are used in the bridge system?
Apx 7000 Portables
C2 and C103
What is a phonetic designator?
Alpha, Bravo
Who do you contact if you want to leave FMA or go out of service?
Contact fire liaison first for authorization
During total radio system failure and using 8cal90, where do you place the apparatus for best reception?
Position outside the station
Where can you find a pool of spare portable radios?
Each battalion chief station and Fire Marshal’s Office
When do you use “cease operations– all quiet”?
Typically search and rescue, used to temporarily stop all operations to listen for trapped victims
What’s the difference between hold the air and clear the air?
Hold the air is indefinite. Clear the air is temporary. Remember to lift restriction to hold the air as soon as possible
When responding to a mutual Aid fire, what should you try to determine?
If a PF&R chief officer is necessary
What 2 reports does the officer need to fill out for a vehicle collision involving pf&r property?
Collison report in personnel system
Work supply request app repair
Memo to logistics chief with explanation
What is the only exception to not stopping for a school bus lights flashing?
Highways divided by unpaved median strip or barrier
How long do you use your turn signal for?
100 ft continuously
What program is available if there’s a little brat setting fires?
Yfs Intervention Program
What are two examples of a not reportable fire?
Broiling steak. Burning leaves
Who fills out the fire report if a mutual aid company shows up first?
Portland fire still does
What is the company detail policy?
Traveler
Out of house callshift
Outside detail
In house callshift
Regular member or kelly relief <5 yrs
Regular member/relief by rotation
What is considered a long-term detail?
Two or more consecutive shifts into a detail house
Are trade times considered exempt from details?
Yes
How do you do a quarterly fire alarm test in a Portland fire station?
Actuating and pull station, then walk around to make sure all devices are operating
Eating a station meal helps maintain what two principles that are top priority in station management?
High morale
Teamwork
Are you allowed to use a hands-free accessory cell phone while driving a city vehicle?
No
Who is held responsible for the enforcement of the rules and regulations and Orders of the bureau?
Officers
managers and supervisors
For a situation not covered by rules and regs, how shall you act?
Manner which you feel would be in the best interest of the bureau
How much time do you have to notify the appropriate division Chief / manager of the report of an arrest or conviction of crime of any member?
By next working day
Or be subject to disciplinary action up to including discharge!
Can you use boisterous language at a fire?
No
What two kinds of arguments should you avoid while on duty?
Political or religious
What are four very basic types of sexual harassment grouped into?
Visual
Verbal
Physical
Advances/favors requests
What two things should a supervisor do immediately learning that there has been discrimination harassment or racism?
Take immediate action to stop it
Report to BHR no later than 2 working days
What is just as important as harassment, racism, and discrimination?
Retaliation
What happens if the person making the complaint requests that it be kept confidential or doesn’t want to file a complaint?
You’re expected to contact HR personnel even if the person making the complaint requests that it be kept confidential
Are you required to follow a supervisory chain of command in filing an HR complaint?
No. You may go directly to human resources
How often are you trained on HR 2.02?
Upon hire and every 3 years thereafter
How often does HR check in with the complaining employee after a complaint?
Once every 3 months for 1 year after receiving the complaint
Does any instrument or device capable of inflicting injury to the person or property and carried with intent count as a deadly weapon?
Yes
With social media, can the bureau discriminate based on content or viewpoint?
No
Is a difference of opinion considered bullying?
No
As a city employee, are you expected to report observed unlawful or improper actions by a city official?
Yes
What two things are required to take place to make a meaningful cultural change?
Thoughtful and deliberative planning processes
What is the norm setting actually for?
Helping employees to engage in difficult communication
Why is accountability such a big issue?
There needs to be consistency and how people are held accountable and make the process transparent
For recruiting what are two ways Portland fire can improve?
Track changes in demographics
Identify goal
Have plan w realistic budget
For training, what areas will Portland fire benefit from investing in for interpersonal and personal development skills?
Communication
Conflict resolution
Team development
Stress management
