FEMS BULLETINS Flashcards
BULL # 0: Mission statement, vision statement & core values.
The ______ guide the department in our behavior, training and our ability to complete our mission.
Core values
BULL # 0: Mission statement, vision statement & core values.
What are the 7 core values?
- Bravery
- Accountability
- Safety
- Integrity
- Compassion
- Service
- Mnemonic: BASICS
BULL # 3: Patients Bill of Rights
Someone who has any question,comments, complaints or complaints about service are encouraged to contact _______.
The Office Of Fire Chief
@ 202-673-3320 or email info.fems@dc.gov
BULL # 3: Patients Bill of Rights
Members never to use________.
Any method to discourage public from receiving medical treatment.
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
According to the purpose of this policy “children” means?
Persons 12 years of age or younger
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
A ”Positive Breathalyzer Test” means alcohol concentration of _______.
.020 or greater
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
At what reading of the positive breathalyzer test will require the employee to undergo Mandatory Rehabilitation?
Alcohol concentration of .020 to less than .040
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
What alcohol concentration will result in a recommendation of treatment?
.040 or greater
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Failure to appear for any test with in ____ hours after being relieved of duty and directed to test by the agency is consider as a refusal to submit.
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Member taking prescribed or over the counter medications that can potentially impair job performance must notify who and when?
Notify their immediate on-duty supervisor of this prior to assuming duty.
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Who shall determine whether the employee is able to assume duty?
MRO- Medical Review Officer- a licensed physician
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
An employee post accident shall be referred for testing when?
1-accident result in loss of human life
2-1 or more vehicles has disabling damage, require tow
3- anyone receives bodily injury require immediate medical attention away from scene
4- employee get or likely to get citation for a moving violation a raised from incident
Testing must be performed within 2 hours of accident to be valid.
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Pre-duty use of alcohol by employee stop within___ prior to reporting for duty.
4 hours
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Random testing is conducted throughout the year, in the first day of each calendar quarter Jan, Apr, Jul & Oct; the minimum annual percentage rate of covered employees subject to random testing shall be ___% of average total covered employees.
20% of the average total number of covered employees on payroll on the 1st day of each quarter
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
If an employee is off work on any leave that’s approved and is selected for testing are they required to report within what time frame?
He/ she shall not be tested that day but will be notified when return to duty and will test on their next scheduled work day that PFC is open: or if they n military leave, sick leave over 30 calendar days , or leave without pay.
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Negative test will be disposed of. Positive test will be preserved for at least ____ or if disciplinary charges are initiated until proceedings have concluded.
12 months
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
A breathalyzer is deemed negative if reading is ___.
Less than 0.020
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
If test is positive the confirmation test should be conducted___.
No earlier than 15 minutes but
no later than 30 mins after completion of the test.
If test is over 0.020 employee be immediately removed from duty for 24 hours and
are not allowed to leave PFC until relieved from duty by MSO
BULL #5: Substance Abuse Policy
Employees entering a rehab program will be placed in leave status of their choice for a minimum of ____ calendar days.
45 days ;
SL, AL, COMP, leave without-pay( written request)
BULL #9: Project Safe Place Program
DCFEMS made ___ fire stations available as a safe place to youth in crisis: for the hours of____.
All fire house; they are 24 hours
BULL #9: Project Safe Place Program
The hot line rep will contact the fire station to inform the OIC _____.
Arrangements for youth pick up is is within ____.
The name of the person who will sent to pick-up youth; with in 20minutes
BULL #9: Project Safe Place Program
At least ____ members are in your presence at all time to be witness to all actions & conversations involving youth.
2 members
BULL #9: Project Safe Place Program
The safe place representative shall give ____&___ to go in journal.
Name & identification card number
BULL #9: Project Safe Place Program
Two safe place posters that outline the proper steps to take when youth in crisis arrives at the fire station, the two posters shall be posted where?
Poster 1 shall be kept near the watch desk
Poster 2 shall be kept in the company office.
BULL #10: Active Military Duty
Military leave provided ___day/hours.
15 days / 120 hours; of paid military leave each fiscal year
Can carry over a maximum of 15 days so they can get 30days/240 hours.
BULL #10: Active Military Duty
The HR Advisor will initiate a personnel action request( SFSO) to DC office of personnel will be forward to OIC to ____.
to be retained in deployed members personnel file.
BULL #11: Awareness and Reporting Suspicious Activity.
Indicators of suspicious activities, is part of _____ and is important.
Situational awareness
BULL #11: Awareness and Reporting Suspicious Activity.
It must be understood that terrorist will conduct training surveillance and ____ prior to commission of terrorist acts.
dry runs
BULL #11: Awareness and Reporting Suspicious Activity.
All submitted suspicion activity report forms will remain at ___.
the Washington regional threat analysis center.
BULL #11: Awareness and Reporting Suspicious Activity.
When reporting suspicious activity over radio what is the procedure?
Information regarding your suspicions should not be transmitted over radio.
The special ops BFC should be raised on radio to arrange a landline call.
BULL #12: Handing sensitive, but Unclassified Information Policy.
What is FOUO?
For official use only
BULL #12: Handing sensitive, but Unclassified Information Policy.
FOUO is the marking used by____.
DHS to identify sensitive but unclassified info.
BULL #12: Handing sensitive, but Unclassified Information Policy.
What other terms are used by government agencies to identify as sensitive?
1- limited official USE- LOU
2- Official use only - OUO
3- Law enforcement sensitive-LES
BULL #12: Handing sensitive, but Unclassified Information Policy.
As single PowerPoint program format/colors is used with 2 versions, they are___.
Standard- BLUE= used to disseminate general info cut to entire department.
Critical- RED= to disseminate time sensitive critical out to entire department.
BULL #13: Presumptive Disability
Member must have been employed by the department for the previous ___&___ in order to be eligible for presumption after cover carcinogen.
Employed 10 years & had contact while in line of duty w/ toxic aka carcinogens.
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
_____ is a gender related identity, appearance, expression or behavior of an individual, regardless of sec at birth. Their sense not seen by others.
Gender identity or expression
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
____ includes male or female homosexuality, heterosexual and bi preference / practice.
Sexual orientation
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
___ is an adjective that refers to to any one whose identity or behavior differs from stereotypical or traditional gender expectations transsexual.
Transgender
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
___ a person begins to live as & outwardly express themselves to their gender identity.
Gender transition or transition
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
____ transgender person who is as a man.
Transgender man
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
____ transgender person who is as a women.
Transgender woman.
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
Member shall not ______ person gender.
Question the identified gender or
Require proof of a person gender.
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
It s the law to all one individuals the right use gender specific restroom or locker room that are_____.
Consistent with gender identity or expression.
BULL #23: Policy Regarding Gender Identity & Expression
To the extent that any medical equipment such as EKG , asks for individuals gender the member shall___.
Indicate the gender identity.
When completing report include legally known as
BULL #24: Anti-Hazing Policy
It’s the departments policy that hazing___.
Prohibited
BULL #24: Anti-Hazing Policy
Hazing is defined as _____.
Any intentional, knowing or reckless act committed by person, causing potential injury, mental harm or degradation.
BULL #25: Statement on Diversity & Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Diversity means___.
Having an aggregate of people with different opinions, race, ethnic backgrounds, religious beliefs, political ideologies, sexual orientations intersects and life experiences.
BULL #25: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Designate at least ___ EEO counselor to conduct an inquiry into EEO complaints that are brought to their attention and attempt resolution.
1
BULL #25: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employees and applicants are to consult an EEO counselor within___calendar days of alleged unlawful employment practices or occurrence.
180 calendar days
BULL #25: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Complaints will have ___ to work with the counselor to seek resolution. Once the EEO counseling process events, the counselor will issue an exit letter.
30 calendar days
BULL #25: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
If the complaint wishes to files formal complaint with OHR about EEO, they must bring a copy of the exit letter and file a within ___.
15 calendar days of that letter
After 15 days it s deemed untimely & dismissed
BULL #25: Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
A schedule for final interview with the complain and issue an exit letter within 30 days of contact. ( or___ of extended for good cause)
60 days
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
___ is recognized as one of the most unjust, demeaning , and demoralizing examples of workplace misconduct.
Sexual harassment
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
___ is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature.
Quid pro quo sexual harassment
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
The best prevention measures to combat sexual harassment is?
For the workplace to be a place of respect for all person at all times.
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
Allegations of sexual harassment shall be investigated and resolved as soon as possible, but no later than____ after reporting.
60 days
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
An employee found to have been engaged in inappropriate conduct who’s not terminated must ____.
Attend mandatory sexual harassment training within 60 day of findings.
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
The statute of limitations for complaints filed at OHR is ___.
Within 1 year is the harassment or it’s discovery.
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
Acts of sexual assault should be reported to ____.
Law enforcement
OHR
EEO
BULL #27: Sexual Harassment
EEO counseling is not required prior to file with OHR, however if employee wishes to seek informal resolution, they must contact a certified EEO counselor within ____ of the alleged harassment.
180 days to file with EEO.
Resolved in 30 days at most 60 days and issues an exit letter
if employees not happy 15 days from date on letter.
1 year file with OHR.
BULL # 28: Religious Accommodation
If an employee is not satisfied with departments final decision they may?
File a complaint with DC Office of Human Rights or
the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
BULL # 28: Religious Accommodation
Who’s responsible for considering if a reasonable accommodation is available provided it will not create undue hardship on department?
The EEO & Diversity management
And the respective assistant fire chief.
BULL # 29: Pregnancy Policy
The pregnancy Discrimination Act as an amendment to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, provisions of title VII makes it illegal to ____.
Exclude women from work activities they are capable of performing.
BULL # 29: Pregnancy Policy
Whose responsibility is it to determine when to leave & request change in duty assignment?
It’s almost entirely on pregnant employee.
BULL # 29: Pregnancy Policy
Other than the pregnancy employee who can make the decision for change in duty assignments and why ?
If the pregnant employee fails to request change and it is apparent that they can no longer do full duty functions a request for a physical fitness may be determined by the PFC
BULL # 29: Pregnancy Policy
The American Medical Association (AMA) recommends that expectant women who spend more than ; hours a day on their feet should switch to a desk job by week____.
If job requires heavy lifting, climbing stairs/ladders pulling or pushing should be____.
24 weeks
If busy work 20 weeks
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What is DCFMLA?
District of Columbia Family and Medical Leave Act,
work for at least 1 year :
birth, Adoption, family health.
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What is PFL?
DC paid family leave act
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What is FMLA?
Federal family and medical leave act, work for at least 1 year.
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What is PFMAL?
Paid family medical leave
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
How long do employees have to work for agency to qualify for PFML?
90 day
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
Member shall provide ___ notice of anticipated need for approved family/medical leave.
8 days notice
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
How can operation member (42-hour work week) use any of the leave, increments?
12 hours or 24 hours
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
How many administrative members (40-hours work week ) use any of the leave increments.
1 hours or 8 hours
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What are the maximum allowable hours for DCFMLA?
42 hours work week (ops)= 672 hours over 2years. (336 = 1 year)
40 hours work week (Admin)=640 hrs over 2 years. (320=1 year)
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
What is the maximum allowable hour for FMLA?
42 hours work week (ops)= 504 hours of unpaid leave for 1yr
40 hours work week (admin)= 480 hours of unpaid leave for 1 year
BULL #30: PFML, DCFMLA & FMLA
Maximum hours for PFML?
42 hours work week (ops)=
336 hours, (80 for self but not additional total of 336)
40 hours work week (admin) =
320 hours
BULL #31: Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation may occur in 3 phases of employment, they are_______.
1-in the application
2-the performance of essential functions of a job
3-in the receipt of all benefits of employment
BULL #31: Disabilities Act
The employee usually initiates the reasonable accommodation process by_____.
Inquiring about the process from a supervisor, HR representative, EEO Counselor or ADA coordinator
BULL #31: Disabilities Act
The district is not required to provide an accommodation if it ____ or ____.
Cause an undue financial or administrative hardship in light of overall financial and administrative resources available; or
If it pose threat to health/ safety .
BULL #32: Breast feeding mothers
Member shall remove all breast milk placed in refrigerator ______.
At the end of each tour
BULL #32: Breast feeding mothers
If lactation room not available at work. Locating , the mended shall submit a special report to ____.
The department EEO & Diversity manager to confirm the facility is exempt.
BULL #32: Breast feeding mothers
If a facility is exempt from having lactation room member maybe detailed to another assignment, the request shall be made _____.
30 days before the first day the members wishes to use room.
BULL #32: Breast feeding mothers
The department will provide mini-refrigerators, member who store milk in any refrigerator area within any facility shall ____ to expressed milk.
Clearly label the container with their name , date milk was expressed.
BULL #33: social media policy
Can members post department related content as long as they tag they do not speak for the whole department?
No , members may not post anything Department related.
BULL #34: criminal and traffic background checks
Uniformed employees shall complete their criminal background check between___ preceding the expiration date of DC Health Certification.
January 1- March 31
BULL #34: criminal and traffic background checks
Non-uniformed employees are responsible for completing their criminal background checks within ___ of receiving email from DCFEMS HR
30 days
BULL #35: HIPAA, FOIA and Privacy
What is HIPAA?
The health insurance portability and Accountability Act
is a federal law that became effective April 13,2003
BULL #34: criminal and traffic background checks
Under no circumstances may documents marked “____” be released to the public or media.
“ attorney- client privilege”
BULL #36: Ride Along Program
The participants may not enter ___at any time
Hot zone
BULL #36: Ride Along Program
The participants must be ___ years old or older .
18 years old
BULL #36: Ride Along Program
The ride along program may be cancelled at anytime for any reason at the discretion of _____.
Fire chief
BULL #36: Ride Along Program
Ride along will be for no more than ___ operational period at a time unless expressively authorized by the Fire Chief.
One 12 hour operational period
BULL #36: Alternative Work Schedule Program.
The AWS program, full time non-uniformed Employees and uniformed assigned to administrative positions are eligible, at discretion of management with the exception of employees who?
1-have received a leave restriction letter within the previous 3 months
2-currently on leave restrictions
3-under any pending disciplinary action/ investigation
BULL #36: Alternative Work Schedule Program.
To be removed from AWS program notice must be given_____.
1 pay period at the end of pay period, notify supervisor in writing .
BULL #36: Alternative Work Schedule Program.
The presumptive standard tour of duty for most non-uniformed employees is 8:15am to 4:45pm, may report earlier, the earliest is ___ the latest is ___.
6:30am to 7:15pm officially
BULL #38: Telework Program
BULL #40: Death of a member and Family service.
All department flags should be flown at ___ for a line of duty death of members.
Half staff
BULL #40: Death of a member and Family service.
____ shall coordinate all departments activities concerning funeral arrangements.
FST- family service team
BULL #40: Death of a member and Family service.
___responsible for over all perpetration and coordination of apparatus personnel and facilities required to meet the NEEDS of family and service.
Logistic officer
BULL #40: Death of a member and Family service.
___ is responsible for release of accurate and update info to media.
PIO- public information officer
BULL #40: Death of a member and Family service.
Companies along the procession route shall line up in front of apparatus on front quarters apron, in dress uniform, platoon shall bring ___.
Bring member to “attention” excite the hard salute and remain until hearse passed . The remain at “Attention” until procession pass.
BULL #41: Department Flags
Flags should be inspected?
Daily
BULL #41: Department Flags
Disposal of flags is done by?
Sent to the department logistics section
BULL #41: Department Flags
Supervisors will ensure US & DC flags are flown at facilities between times ____.
0730 hours until sunset daily
except inclement weather .
BULL #42: Peer Support Team
The PST consists of ___ that operate on a rotating monthly call schedule.
3 teams
BULL #42: Peer Support Team
Peers shall be selected by a panel of PST members and complete ___hours.
A minimum of 26 hours of initial training, listening , confidentiality, assessment, suicide assessment, crisis acting planning, outreach , self care etc
BULL #42: Peer Support Team
Peer shall participate in ___ in person. Continuing education
20 hours annually
BULL #42: Peer Support Team
Employees can access peer support at what time ___.
24 hours a day , 7 days a week
BULL #42: Peer Support Team
Employees on leave for more than __ shall be required to be evaluated by PFC behavioral health clinicians prior to returning to duty .
24 hours
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
How many hours of administrative leave may be granted for an employee’s initial EAP appointment?
2 hours
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
What are the two types of referrals that may be used for admission into the EAP?
Self Referrals & Agency Referrals
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
The EAP is designed to __.
Provide a range of treatment options both public and private in efforts to give quality and affordable treatment.
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
Is the EAP Program mandatory?
No it’s not mandatory,
If employees leaves the program will inform the referrer of employee status. No employee will be disciplined for not attending an EAP appointment.
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
In case of emergency or urgent nature, an appointment will be scheduled immediately usually within___.
24 hours
BULL #43: Employee Assistance Programs
The cost of initial assessment counseling and referral session with EAP contractor will be paid in full by ___.
The district government only to the extent it’s not cover by employees health insurance.
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
Contact data is to be updated on ___&___.
F & EMSD FORM 9
Peoplesoft
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
Employee may sign up in telestaff in advance of date desired to work OT___in advance.
30 days in advance
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
If an employee want to work OT on the day half, on the day of the must enter their availability by ?
0500
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
Employee wanting to work OT the night half of a tour who did not sign up in advance must enter their availability by___.
0900
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
The department in its discretion may back fill positions in following order:
1- from available list that’s been generated 7 days in advance
2-from list that’s generated on a daily basis
3-through continuation of duty
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
The department will make efforts to prevent an employee from working more than____ consecutive duty hours beyond their regular tour of duty.
12 consecutive hours
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
No employee may exceed ___ consecutive duty hours
36 hours
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
The phrase “extended leave “ constitutes ___ consecutive non worked tours.
4 consecutive non-working tours
BULL #45: Guidelines for Overtime and Holidays.
Employee shall notify their representative company officer as soon as unforeseen becomes known but not less that of ___ hours prior to the start of OT assignment
2 hours prior to the start of OT assignment
BULL #46: Conspicuous service and department award program.
What is DABA?
The department advisory board of awards, consisting of 4 BFC of a specific battalion & other members appointed by the fire & EMS chief.
BULL #46: Conspicuous service and department award program.
The period of performance to be eligible for an award shall be Jan1-Dec31 or the year preceding the April Ceremony, all non shall be submitted by ___.
February 15 or each year.
BULL #64: Load Bearing Capacities of buildings.
BULL #66: Emergency water supply for hospital.
Hospitals need as much as ____ gallons or watery to operate life support equipment.
500-1000 gallons
BULL #66: Emergency water supply for hospital.
Hospital participating in this program will install a ___ to their existing water service.
2 1/2” gated National Standard Fire threat female intake coupling.
BULL #66: Emergency water supply for hospital.
To minimize the possibility of contaminating hospitals water supply all FEMS Department hose used will flushed for a full____.
5 minutes, before being connected to the hospital intake coupling.
BULL #71: Title 22- Criminal Offense Chapter 4-Arson
BULL #72: Referral of Juvenile Fire- Setters
The juveniles fire setters intervention Program identifies & service juveniles ranging in ages from____.
2 to 17
BULL #72: Referral of Juvenile Fire- Setters
The juvenile program “public “ includes,___.
DC Government agencies
DC Public school
Parents &
Community organizations
BULL #72: Referral of Juvenile Fire- Setters
Daily involvement in fire incidents investigations this unit identified approximately ___% of the “at risk” or “Repeat “ juvenile fire setters
85%- 90%
BULL #72: Referral of Juvenile Fire- Setters
If a juvenile is brought to the firehouse to be spoken to about playing with fire, the BFC or designee will inform the parent that the juvenile fire setters counselor will be contacting them. The referral form should be filled out completely and sent within ____.
3 day period.
BULL #80: Suitability
What is a Suitability Board?
3 uniformed member of DCFEMS at a rank no lower than Capt utilized to evaluate and approve or disapprove candidates for hire to DCFEMS
BULL #80: Suitability
Decision of the suitability board shall be effective by a _____vote.
2/3 majority vote
BULL #84: Minimum Training & Certification standard.
BULL #85: Travel Outside Training & Professional Development
An employee is attending training that does not exceed ____ hours of duty time within a single training is when employee shall not complete the obligated service agreement.
80 hours
BULL #85: Travel Outside Training & Professional Development
Employee shall submit documents within ___ after returning from training/ travel.
10 business days
BULL #85: Travel Outside Training & Professional Development
What items shall be submitted upon returning?
1- travel expenses report
2-original airline ticket
3- transportation receipts
4- hotel paid in full
BULL #85A: Tuition Reimbursement
The department will equally allot the budget funds to all members who apply for funds, capping reimbursement at a maximum of ____ per course .
$500
BULL #85A: Tuition Reimbursement
The department will reimburse tuition costs to those who_____.
Complete each course and earn a minimum letter grade of a “c”
“D” are not eligible
BULL #85A: Tuition Reimbursement
This policy applies to all requests for college tuition reimbursement, but do not apply for _____,
Member in paramedic certification program.
BULL #85A: Tuition Reimbursement
Member must submit the request for college tuition reimbursement within___ of completion of course.
45 days of course completion
BULL #90: Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
Members who have have driving privileges removed or break in service for more than ____ must complete the emergency vehicle driving training program.
1 year
BULL #90: Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
The emergency vehicle driver training program shall be evaluated every ___.
3 years
BULL #90: Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
Who is responsible for ensuring that members is knowledgeable skills and abilities to safely operate emergency vehicles with on going training.
The company officer
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
A technician position is considered vacant whenever it’s anticipated the incumbent will not be performing the duties of technician for a period of ____.
30 or more days
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
The selection of technicians shall be completed not later than ___ after position become vacant.
90 days
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
The capt shall as soon as the need is determined, but not later than ____ after the position actually becomes vacant, post on the station bulletin board tech vacancy announcement
10 days
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
The captain shall notify their BFC that the company will be OOS for exam not less than____week prior to the exam.
1 week prior to the exam
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
To ensure the time frame of the CBA are adhered to , the max prior notification of exams is _____.
Shall be no more than 30 days
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
Members must score a ___or better to pass the written exam and continue the process.
70% or better
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
If the company regular apparatus go OOS during ___days prior to the TA attempt to obtain the same make and model
30 days prior
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
The knowledge of the box alarm district exam shall consist ___to ___ running routes , short streets , stick maps/ splits , major buildings and maps.
At least 3 and not more than 10 items from each
BULL #93: Guidelines for Preparing for Technician Exam
All eligible members in writing whether they want to be considered or not be considered for vacancy , by completing F & EMSD 140-A within__.
14 days after the vacancy announcement is posted.
BULL #97: Language access policy
What is BLAP?
Biennial language access plan
BULL #97: Language access policy
Member must attempt to identify LEP/NEP primary language using 3 approaches, they are :
1- ask the person & check for a “I speak” card
2- use language ID Guide
3-call language line telephonic interpreter service
BULL #102: Terrorism Liaison Officer Program .
TLO’s are based on qualities & not determined by rank or assignment, must have a minimum of ___with DCFEMS .
5 years
BULL #102: Terrorism Liaison Officer Program .
Upon selection, TLO’s will be required to complete TLOS intro course,____hours
8 hours
BULL #102: Terrorism Liaison Officer Program .
What is an TLO?
Terrorism liaison officer-a person that functions as principal point of contact for matter related to terrorism response & training info.
BULL #102: Terrorism Liaison Officer Program .
Who is the TLO program coordinator?
The BFC of Homeland security
BULL #105: Women’s Advisory Council
The Women’s Advisory Council shall meet with department leadership on a ___basis.
Biannual basis
BULL #105: Women’s Advisory Council
In operational positions in particular, women comprise less than ___ % of workforce & less than ___% in leadership roles.
Less than 8% workforces
Less than 1% in leadership roles
BULL #106: Funeral leave
The department grant funeral leave based on per instance employee on a 40 hour work will shall be granted funeral leave for_____.
3 work days
BULL #106: Funeral leave
Employees on a 42 hour work week differs from 24/72 get _____& 2-2-5 get ____.
24/72 receive one 24 hour shift of funeral leave.
2-2-4 receive two 12 hour shifts of funeral leave.
BULL #106: Funeral leave
___ an individual who is related to an employee by blood, marriage, adoption or domestic partnerships.
Immediate relative.
BULL #107: Documentation of Verbal Counseling.
Supervisors shall follow up verbal counseling with the issuance of the FEMSD form 169 within ____.
5 days
BULL #107: Documentation of Verbal Counseling.
Supervisor shall retain a copy of the F& EMSD form 169 for a period of no less than____.
2 years
BULL #107: Documentation of Verbal Counseling.
169 shall not be made part of the official personal file maintained by HR or Disciplinary files by Compliance they should remain at ______ level.
Company and battalion level
BULL #107: Documentation of Verbal Counseling.
Verbal counseling is the ____ step within the continuum of progressive discipline, management shall attempt to correct misconduct and performance conflicts.
First step
BULL #107: Documentation of Verbal Counseling.
Documents of verbal counseling may be used as a reference for up to ___ by supervisors when determining any new infractions level of appearance with.
Reference fur up to 3 years.
What of the employees has the HIGHEST priority for projection (pushing) on a holiday/benefit day?
An employee in a non-pay status during the tour immediately preceding the holiday/benefit day.
BULL 5 :
Any employee who voluntarily enters a rehabilitation program for drug or alcohol
use is subject to what provisions?
After successful completion of a rehabilitation program, an employee will be subject to a complete fitness for duty physical, to include drug and alcohol testing, prior to his/her return to full duty.
BULL 42:
The response time goal for the Peer Support Team (PST) in incidents involving multiple employees is _____ minutes.
90
EMS BULL 4:
Temperatures above _____ degrees F (actual heat index) or below _____ degrees F (including wind chill) are considered extreme weather conditions and require special considerations for rehab.
80; 40
FF OPS BULL 11:
When arriving on the scene of an incident, where should a water supply engine (WSE) stage ideally?
Two blocks away from the incident.
