General Orders & Special Orders Flashcards
DC Water has notified the Department of the creation of additional signage to be placed on fire hydrants during times of testing and active maintenance. The signage will only be utilized by whom and when.
DC Water during times of active maintenance and will not replace the “Out of Service” or the “Maintenance Required” rings or the hydrant banding system.
Special Order 2018-204 pg. 1
DC Water has notified the Department of the creation of additional signage to be placed on fire hydrants during times of testing and active maintenance. What color are the above and can these hydrants be used for firefighting activities?
- “Hydrant Water Pressure Check”
- “Hydrant Water Pressure Check” - green tag and the hydrant may be flowing but can be used for firefighting activities.
Special Order 2018-204 pg. 1
DC Water has notified the Department of the creation of additional signage to be placed on fire hydrants during times of testing and active maintenance. What color are the above and can these hydrants be used for firefighting activities?
- “Water Quality Testing in Progress”
- “Water Quality Testing in Progress” - blue tag and the hydrant may be flowing but can be used for firefighting activities.
Special Order 2018-204 pg. 1
DC Water has notified the Department of the creation of additional signage to be placed on fire hydrants during times of testing and active maintenance. What color are the above and can these hydrants be used for firefighting activities?
- “Water Main Drain in Progress”
- “Water Main Drain in Progress” - red tag and the hydrant may be flowing and CANNOT be used for firefighting activities.
Special Order 2018-204 pg. 1
When the customer is engaged in conversation with another adult, bystander, neighbor, friend, or child that is speaking the same language, what must we do?
Affirmatively ask any Limited English Proficient or Non-English Proficient (LEP/NEP) customer if they want us to get a language interpreter on the telephone. We are still obligated to offer the customer our language line service.
Special Order 2019-51 pg. 1
If the customer declines our offer to use the language line for an interpreter, what must be done?
Get a waiver signed, the waiver forms are located in Safety Pad and are translated in the top six languages.
Special Order 2019-51 pg. 1
What is the only exception to the waiver form requirement for the language line service?
When an employee on the scene is bilingual certified in the customer’s language.
Special Order 2019-51 pg. 1
The MPD has recently issued Narcan nasal spray kits to trained officers. Each patrol officer now will carry what?
One box containing two 4-mg doses of Narcan nasal spray.
Special Order 2019-53 pg. 1
Language Line service is offered at what cost to the customer?
No cost.
Special Order 2019-92 pg. 1
Mandatory overtime will be utilized to maintain or enhance Department resources under the following conditions?
- When it is identified in advance that the number of members available for voluntary overtime is insufficient to cover anticipated vacancies.
- A significant portion of the workforce is unavailable or incapacitated.
- When significant or catastrophic events (periods of civil unrest, acts of terrorism, severe weather events, public health emergencies) require the long-term addition of supplemental response capability and support functions.
Special Order 2020-88 pg. 1
Members will not be assigned to any combination of duty hours that exceeds __ continuous hours without at least __ break in duty hours.
36, 12-hours
Special Order 2020-88 pg. 1
Continuous duty hours may be extended beyond 36 hours due to emergency conditions or when approved by whom?
The on-duty Deputy Fire Chief of Operations.
Special Order 2020-88 pg. 1
When possible, members will be given at least __ ____ of advanced notification of the assignment of mandatory overtime.
36 hours
Special Order 2020-88 pg. 1
What section of the fire code allows for Knox Fire Department Connection (FDC) Cap Locking Device to be used?
Section 912.4.1
Special Order 2020-265 pg. 1
What is the purpose of the Knox Fire Department Connection (FDC) Cap Locking Device?
To protect fire department connections from swivel theft or damage and to keep the system pipes clear of debris, ensuring adequate water flow to fire sprinkler and standpipes systems.
Special Order 2020-265 pg. 1
Logistics Division issued post-fire decontamination wipes to whom?
Engine Company, Truck Company, Rescue Squad, Fire Investigation Unit, and Battalion Fire Chiefs.
Special Order 2021-34 pg. 1
What are the steps in using the post-fire decontamination wipes?
Begin by using the first wipe to clean both hands and forearms. Next, use a second new wipe to clean the face, eyelids, inside of the nose, and behind the ears and neck. Third, with another new wipe, clean the armpits and groin. Lastly, with a fourth new wipe, clean the hands once more.
Special Order 2021-34 pg. 1
The use of post-fire decontamination wipes alone, alleviates the need to shower and change into a clean uniform.
False
Special Order 2021-34 pg. 1
Where should the packet of post-fire decontamination wipes be stored?
In a dry environment, easily accessible and not exposed to high heat or in direct sunlight.
Special Order 2021-34 pg. 1
The department’s new SCBA are functioning with a misleading End of Service Time Indicator (EOSTI) causing the VibraAlert to activate with upwards of ____ breathable air remaining in the cylinder.
45%
Special Order 2021-110 pg. 1
What will be used as an alternative to the N-95 mask at the member’s discretion?
The 3M half mask air purifying respirator (APR) with the P-100 cartridge filter.
Special Order 2021-128 pg. 1
The 3M TR-600 series loose-fitted, hooded Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) have been tested, evaluated, and approved to wear by the department and are an alternative for what?
The N-95 respirators.
Special Order 2021-214R pg. 1
Members approved to have facial hair will be issued a 3M TR-600 loose-fitted, hooded PAPR that will be assigned to the member. The loose-fitted, hooded PAPR is _____ ______.
accountable property
Special Order 2021-214R pg. 1
Members approved to have facial hair will provide their officers with what?
A copy of their fit test results. Fit test records will indicate member was tested with facial hair.
Special Order 2021-214R pg. 1
Probationers shall not be detailed out of their fire station or work overtime for the first __ ___ ____ upon graduation from the Training Academy and appointment to a company.
30 calendar days.
Special Order 2021-257 pg. 1
If a Probationary Firefighter/EMT fails to make progress in the FTMP process while being detailed, what may happen?
Their eligibility for details and overtime may be canceled in coordination with the Company Officer, Battalion Management Team, and the Officer of the Medical Director.
Special Order 2021-257 pg. 2
If a Probationary Firefighter/EMT fails to make progress in the FTMP process while being detailed, their eligibility for details and overtime may be canceled. Who will be notified of the cancellation of details and overtime?
The Training Academy, EMS Battalion and DFC-Operations
Special Order 2021-257 pg. 2
What two types of SCBA replacement cylinders were purchased?
45-minute and 60-minute 5.5 SCBA cylinders through 3M Scott Safety
Special Order 2021-269 pg. 1
Which units are equipped with brackets for 60-minute SCBA cylinders and will not accommodate 45-minute cylinders?
Haz Mat 1, Haz Mat 2, Mass Decon Trailer 1&2, and the Special Operations Battalion Chief.
Special Order - 2021-269 pg. 1
To ensure all personnel are operating with the proper air cylinder, Risk Management has added what to the 60-minute cylinders.
A single high-visibility green stripe is located on the lower 1/3 of 60-minute cylinders.
Special Order 2021-269 pg. 1
45-minute cylinders will have no additional markings with the exception of which cylinders?
The cylinders assigned to the Training Academy are orange in color on the lower 1/3 of the cylinder.
Special Order 2021-269 pg. 1
How many DVRS can be Primary at a time and how is this determined?
One (1), this is determined by the first unit to turn theirs on; all other units will become secondary units.
Speical Order 2022-34 pg. 1
To limit the delay in activating the DVRS when problems arise, what must the first arriving unit do?
The first arriving Engine or Truck on Side A (Alpha) of the dispatched address shall ACTIVATE their DVRS on ALL multi-unit responses, regardless of known issues or not.
General Order 2022-34 pg. 1
How will a unit activate Permanent Primary mode? What shows on the screen when done correctly?
Activate their DVRS by first turning on their DVRS and then pressing and holding the DVRS button on the mobile radio. A solid box will appear in the upper right corner of the mobile radio screen.
General Order 2022-34 pg. 1
Deactivating the DVRS- Once the DVRS is no longer needed, how do you deactivate the DVRS?
Pressing the “DVRS” button again will deactivate the system, and the screen will read “VR OFF”
DVRS Operations pg. 2
Recent updates to programming now allow radio-specific Emergency Identifiers to pass through the DVRS system, transmitting what? Radios that are out-of-range of operating on a ____ ____ will NOT have ____ ______ functionality.
Transmitting unit-specific identifiers (Ex. E1 OIC, T4 Bar) to field users and OIC.
direct channel, Emergency button
DVRS Operations pg. 2