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1
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Most effective way to kill bed bugs

A

Heat treatment (min 30 minutes)

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Second most effective way to kill bed bugs

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Pesticides

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Polypropylene suits will be stored on

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each frontline and reserve MICU, as well as the Shift Duty Officer (SDO) vehicles

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If a patient (bed bug) is needing transport. Place a ___ on the patient prior to placing them in the MICU or on the stretcher. If this is not possible then

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Polypropylene suitplace a yellow disposable blanket on the stretcher

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When Members respond to a location and observe bed bugs while on scene. All members who have entered the location will

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put on a Polypropylene suit prior to getting in the MICU or the fire apparatus

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When Members are informed prior to returning to their assigned quarters that bed bugs were present at the responding location. MICU personal will notify ___, who will then

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SDOlocate an extra MICU and have it taken to the station of the contaminated MICU

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When Members are informed prior to returning to their assigned quarters that bed bugs were present at the responding location. Procedure for switching MICUs

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One medic will put on a Polypropylene suit and drive the contaminated MICU to the shop for Decon. The other medic will follow in the reserve MICU. At the shop the medic will place a sign in the window “MICU Awaiting Decon for Bed Bugs/ Out of Service”

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If PPE found to be infested…secure in plastic bag and take to station to

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Wash in PPE Extractor on Hot Water setting for longest duration setting.

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In the event a station is believed to be infested with bed bugs the ___ will be notified and will direct procedures depending on severity

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On-Call Administrative Chief

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10
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Each Battalion Chief shall conduct a safety meeting with the fire companies under their supervision during

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the quarterly inspection

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Minor accidents with no injuries, no damage to another person’s property, and when damage to City property is less than $1,000 will be handled the following way:

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a. Station Captain will logb. Company Officer will complete a City Vehicle Damage Form #08048c. The Company Officer and/or the Driver of the vehicle will prepare a memod. The Company Officer will notify their Battalion Chief, who will investigate and send paperwork, to Fire Administration within twenty-four (24) hours.e. The Memo of Investigation must make a recommendation of fault or not at fault.1) If the Assistant Chief and Battalion Chief make differing determinations the case is referred to the Safety Review Committee. The committee’s recommendation is then forwarded to the Fire Chief

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If member found at fault… first occurrence, second, third

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1) First occurrence in 12 months, a note is placed in the member’s personal history file2) Second occurrence in 12 months, Written Reprimand3) Third occurrence in 12 months, the appropriate civil service action is taken against the member

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For accidents over $1,000…differences

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-estimate of damages from shop within 24 hrs-IPD completes a State Accident Report ST-3

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The officer who was the responsible operator’s supervisor at the time damage occurred will complete reports and send through the chain of command to Fire Administration within ___ hours of being notified

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15
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If the damage is under $100 (i.e., small dings or dents), the damage occurred over an extended period of time, and the operator cannot be determined, the Station Officer will

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only log the damage in the Station Log Book

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16
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All personal injury accidents require a Form ___ to be completed, regardless of whether medical attention is sought

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08050

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17
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Composition of Safety Review Committee

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-Asst Chief Special Services (chairman)-Department Safety Officer-Captain-Driver-FF-alternate (any rank)

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The Chairman and ___ will constitute a quorum

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4 members

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19
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Members of Safety Review Committee are appointed by

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the Chairman

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20
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Chairman has no vote unless

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a tie

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21
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Maintains a ledger of all employees and a log of incidents presented to the Safety Review Committee

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Committee Secretary (Administrative Assistant, or designee)

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The findings of the Committee will be recorded in writing and routed to the following persons:

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1) The employee’s Battalion Chief2) The employee(s) involved in the incident3) Risk Management

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If the employee elects to appeal the Committee’s decision, employee must notify ___, in writing, within ___ days of receipt of the Committee’s findings. The appeal will be forwarded to the Fire Chief

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their Battalion Chief, 5The Chief of Department ruling will be final

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24
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NFPA states that 92% of those who die in fires started by children are

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children

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25
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Children make up __% of all fire deaths. Of these school age deaths, 64% are less than __ years of age

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2110

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26
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Elementary school sized children are not allowed to wear

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bunker gear, especially the helmet

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27
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If an event is scheduled with a school, (i.e. a class winning a lunch with the firefighters), the principal must be told that during an emergency the crew might not make it. In these cases, a backup plan should be

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have 521, 522, and/or the Battalion Chief cover the appointment

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28
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Aerial Device - Methods used to inspect a structural component without physically altering or damaging the materials

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Nondestructive Testing (NDT)

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29
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Aerial devices shall be tested in accordance with the most recent version of

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NFPA 1914

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30
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Aerial and apparatus pump testing conducted (4)

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-annually-major repairs/overhaul-unusual operating conditions-exceeded manufacturers recommended usage

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31
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Annual testing for aerial devices and apparatus pump testing shall be coordinated by

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Assistant Chief, Special Services

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Results of the annual test and accompanying records shall be maintained at Fire Administration for a period not to exceed

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1 year after the aerial device is “retired” from service (same for pump testing)

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33
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Fire apparatus pumps shall be tested in accordance with the most recent version of

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NFPA 1901

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34
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Fire administrative assignments are regulated by

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the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

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35
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Time worked by a member in the Fire Prevention Branch, who subsequently transfers to the Fire Suppression Branch, will not be credited as

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an administrative assignment

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36
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A “tour-of-duty” is a forty-hour per week assignment that has a minimum service time of

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24 months (time volunteered will not count…previous assignments will count if a minimum of 18 months was served)

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37
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Drivers must be certified by TCFP as “Firefighter Basic” as well as employed as a firefighter for a minimum of ___ to be eligible to become a TCFP Fire Service Instructor 1

A

3 years

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38
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Before an administrative investigation is conducted, a ___ must be initiated against the IFD member

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formal complaint

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39
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Administrative Investigation - The member’s ___ shall be present during the interview process

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superior officers

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The ___ is used for the protection of a member against self incrimination during the course of an internal or administrative investigation.

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Garrity Rule/Warning (required to sign prior to start of interview process)

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41
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Members who are the subject of an administrative investigation shall be given copies of the following:

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1) Written Complaint2) Garrity Warning3) Notice of Administrative Investigation4) Confidentiality Agreement

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42
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Once the investigative process has begun, the investigator should submit their findings to the Chief of Department no later than ___ unless one of the following apply: (3)

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the close of business on the ninetieth (90th) calendar day-criminal investigation-advisement of investigator or city attorney-member required to submit Determination of Physical and Mental Fitness

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43
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Upon completion of the administrative investigation, the investigator shall determine the classification of the allegation(s) as one of the following and will submit their findings to the Chief of Department: (4)

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a. UNFOUNDED: act did not occur.b. EXONERATED: act occurred but was justifiedc. NOT SUSTAINED: information insufficient to prove or disapproved. SUSTAINED: the allegation is supported by reasonable proof the act occurred.

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44
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After returning to quarters, PPE decontamination will be performed using

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mild detergent, warm water, and brushes

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45
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An ___ shall be run immediately following the cleaning of hoods to decontaminate the washing machine for future use

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empty bleach cycle

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46
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Clean your face piece, regulator, and APR with

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70% Isopropyl Alcohol

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47
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Wash Your Hood Sunday will be recorded in

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the Station Log Book upon completion

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48
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The member driving should not be involved in operation of the phone unless

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absolutely necessary

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49
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Battalion Chiefs, Company Officers, the SDO and MICU ___ are responsible for the cell phone assigned to their company

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Attendants

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50
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Educational and Advanced Levels of State Certification Incentive Pay is authorized per

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City Ordinance

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51
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Members applying for incentive pay shall submit such request on

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IFD Form 82

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52
Q

Citizen Rideout Program open to (7)

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-Interested citizens-IFD family/significant others (over 16…over 18 for all others)-city officials-visiting fire personnel-students of fire service-ER personnel-ICFAAA

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53
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Observers may ride for a block of ___ between ___

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4 hours0800 hours and 2000 hours (may begin at 0700 for IFD child)

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54
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Observers may ride out once every

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6 months

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55
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Observers will be issued an ___ and are required to wear a ___ during all emergency responses

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I.D. badge stating the words “Citizen Observer”safety vest

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56
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For Citizen Complaints, members shall utilize IFD Form

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44

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57
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Complaints or questions regarding Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will be referred to

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EMS Battalion Chief

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58
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Complaints or questions regarding fire and EMS response will be referred to

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Assistant Chief, Operations

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Complaints, questions, and/or claims for damages for personal injury or damages to personal property will be referred to

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City of Irving Office of Risk Management

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60
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The Irving Fire Department (IFD) personnel will not handle any weapon unless

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absolutely necessary and law enforcement officers are unavailable

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61
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___ is your personal observations of the scene you encounter

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Situational Awareness

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62
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___ includes the conditions of the scene and what parties are in attendance, both visibly and out of sight. What is within the patient’s reaching distance, and what are the potential risks and hazards.

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Environmental Awareness

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63
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If a patient is willing, and able, to secure their weapon, have them

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place the weapon in their home or in the trunk of their vehicle

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64
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If the patient refuses to secure their weapon, the patient is now considered to be

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refusing medical care (scene is deemed unsafe and IFD personnel should move to a safe location and return only when law enforcement has secured the scene.)

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65
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If a weapon is found on an unconscious person while doing a physical exam

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immediately request law enforcement, if not already on scene. The weapon should be secured by an IFD member until law enforcement arrives

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66
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While waiting for law enforcement to arrive, the weapon may be secured in

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the narcotics lock box (if size allows)

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67
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A ___ is required from the receiving law enforcement officer upon taking possession of the weapon

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report number (forward to EMS Batt Chief)

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68
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When performance issues or unacceptable conduct has been identified, supervisor(s) must decide whether to solve the issue through, but not limited to the following: (3)

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  1. Training2. Employee Assistance Plan3. Corrective Actions
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69
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When progressive action is initiated against a member, the member’s Captain, Battalion Chief or Fire Marshall will complete a

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Personnel Form (IFD form 22)

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70
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Non-disciplinary steps (4)

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1) Informal Discussion2) Formal Counseling3) Letter of Caution4) Written Reprimand (copy given to member and original hand delivered to Chief)

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71
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The ___ administers all disciplinary action and such actions are confirmed by the City of Irving Civil Service Commission

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Chief of Department

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72
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Before the Chief of Department administers discipline, the member shall be afforded a disciplinary hearing consisting of the following steps: (3)

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  1. Notice of Pre-disciplinary Determination/Termination Hearing2. Pre-disciplinary Determination/Termination Hearing (Loudermill Hearing)3. Disciplinary Determination/Termination meeting (where disciplinary action taken)
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73
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Drugs with high risk for abuse, but have proven to be safe and effective for medical use, when used properly. Examples are Morphine and Fentanyl

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Schedule 2

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74
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Extreme risk for abuse and has no safe or accepted medical use. Examples are LSD, PCP, and crack cocaine

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Schedule I

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75
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Examples of Schedule IV drugs are

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Valium and Versed

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76
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The Controlled Substance Order Form

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DEA Form 222

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77
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The receiving entity of controlled substances. Each fire station is considered one and has a separate license issued by the DEA

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Mid-Level Practitioner – MLP

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78
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The location from which controlled substances are issued. The property room located in Fire Administration at 845 W. Irving Blvd. is considered a licensed one by the DEA

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Distributor

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79
Q

Max amounts of Fentanyl and Versed carried by MICUs

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Schedule II (Fentanyl) – 16Schedule IV (Versed) – 6

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80
Q

The vials placed on the ASAP vehicle will be assigned to

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Station 10

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81
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The convention center medical kit inventory will be done at a minimum

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during the first week of each month

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82
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The vials placed in the convention center medical bag will be assigned to

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Station 8

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83
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Controlled substances can be ordered anytime the assigned quantity for each respective piece of equipment drops below

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50%

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84
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The Shift Duty Officer (520) cannot resupply

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controlled substances

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85
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Equipment requesting resupply of controlled substances should first contact ___, to determine the best time to come to the property room

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the EMS Battalion Chief

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86
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DEA form #222 will be pulled for the station where the equipment is

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normally stored

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87
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DEA 222 form (green copy) – to be mailed to ___ for returned Fentanyl

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DEA monthly

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88
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As mandated by the DEA, a ___ inventory of record for each type and dosage of controlled substances will be done. A copy of the inventory form will be placed in a separate file and maintained for a minimum of ___

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bi-annualtwo years

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89
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All records related to the issuance, storage, and usage of controlled substances will be retained a minimum of

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two years

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90
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Anytime a controlled substance vial or container is found to be broken, is accidently broken, or appears to have been altered (including broken seals) it must be reported to the station officer, who will in turn, notify the Shift Duty Officer. This will also be noted in the station log book. A ___ will be completed as soon as possible and submitted through channels to Fire Administration

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Controlled Substance Discrepancy Report

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91
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Broken/Altered Vial - An entry will be made on the IFD Controlled Substance Log, with the date, time, and vial number included. Under patients name the entry ___ will be entered

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“Broken”

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92
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The ___ will be responsible for completing DEA Form 106 “Report of Theft or Loss of Controlled substances” and making all required notifications with the Texas Department of State Health Services

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EMS Battalion Chief

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93
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___ will have responsibility for conducting periodic audits and inventory counts to ensure compliance with the Controlled Substance Policy

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Shift Duty Officers (SDO)

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94
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The ___ or ___ will review all patient records where a controlled substance was dispensed or drawn up

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SDO or EMS Battalion Chief

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95
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Should the number of needed paramedic students not be met by promotional list or volunteers, then members will be selected based on the following criteria:

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The least senior firefighter with a minimum of one year since completing probation shall be the first selected

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96
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Every EMT and paramedic must become certified or licensed by

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the Texas Department of State Health Services

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97
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Failure to graduate EMT school on initial attempt will result i

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termination

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98
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Initial failure of the NREMT exam (EMT B) will result in

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a written reprimand and formalized coaching

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99
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Second failure of NREMT (EMT B) exam will result in

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time off without pay not to exceed 15 calendar days and a formal notice that acknowledges the member’s awareness of the consequences of a third and final failure

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100
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Third failure of NREMT (EMT B) exam will result in

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termination

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101
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Failure on the first attempt (Paramedic) will result in

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a written reprimand, as well as reassignment to a 40 hour work schedule at the training academy in preparation to re-attend the next available paramedic school

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102
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Failure on the second attempt (Paramedic) would result in

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disciplinary action up to and including termination

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103
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Initial failure of NREMT (Paramedic) exam will result in

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a written reprimand

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104
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A second failure of NREMT (Paramedic) exam will result in

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reassignment to a 40 hour work schedule at the training academy for a minimum of 15 days, in preparation to retest and consideration for disciplinary action

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105
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A third failure of the NREMT (Paramedic) exam will result in

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disciplinary action up to and including termination

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106
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Approximately ___ prior to a certification expiring, the EMS Battalion Chief will audit the training records supplied by the EMSTS to determine if the EMT or paramedic has obtained the required minimum number of hours of continuing education as required by the Texas Department of State Health Services

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8-10 weeks

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107
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Skills testing and knowledge verification - Testing may be administered at the request of

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the Medical Director or the EMSTS

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108
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The patient care report is utilized for the following reasons: (5)

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  1. It is part of the patients medical record2. It is a legal document3. It is used for billing purposes4. It is a quality improvement instrument5. It is a record of those situations that are determined to be a false alarm, a disregarded response and when no patient is located
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109
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A completed patient care report will be delivered to the receiving facility by fax or hard copy within ___ of the delivery of the patient.For patients not transported, the completed patient care report will be finished within ___ of the call

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one business day3 business days

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110
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All public fire hydrants will be serviced and verified annually during the months of

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March, April and May

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111
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Company areas and shift sections of responsibility is at the discretion of the ___ and are assigned to each engine and truck company on a rotating basis

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Station Captains

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112
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Notable step in hydrant checking - After flowing…

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Remove the oil filler plug again, check the level of the oil and add oil if needed

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113
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In the event property owner shrubs, bushes, etc., are obstructing a fire hydrant, members of the department will not remove same. Report these conditions to the ___. The ___ will be requested to correct the condition. Members of the department may remove high grass and weeds

A

Assistant Chief Operations by emailParks Department

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114
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a. Water bubbling up around the fire hydrant when fully opened: indicatesb. The hydrant barrel fails to drain after closing: indicatesc. Leaks around hydrant outlets: indicatesd. Insufficient clearance to attach a suction hose: indicatese. Low water pressure: indicates

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a. Water bubbling up around the fire hydrant when fully opened: indicates the drain, (weep) holes are not closing.b. The hydrant barrel fails to drain after closing: indicates that the drain holes are blocked and not open.c. Leaks around hydrant outlets: indicates a faulty gasket or cross- threading.d. Insufficient clearance to attach a suction hose: indicates the fire hydrant is set/settled too deep in the ground.e. Low water pressure: indicates obstructions in the water main

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115
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Hydrants “in-service: needs repair” shall be designated by

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tying a strip of orange surveyor’s tape around the hydrant barrel below the bonnet and above the 2 1⁄2” outlets

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116
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Hydrants “out of service” shall be designated by

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placing a yellow “Hydrant Out of Service” bag over the hydrant and securing it with duct tape

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117
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Spare caps for fire hydrants shall be carried on each fire apparatus as follows:

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1 - 4” cap2 - 2 1/2” caps

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118
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Requests for replacement hydrant caps will be emailed to the

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Property Coordinator

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119
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Above Ground Storage Tanks should have a dip measurement taken under

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the yellow painted cap

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120
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___ are responsible to order fuel deliveries for all fire stations

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Personnel at the City Warehouse

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121
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The amount of fuel in UST’s is reported to the City Warehouse by Fire Administration on ___ based upon the Fuel Stick Reading spreadsheets filled out by station personnel

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Mondays and Thursdays prior to 10:00 hours

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122
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Fuel is delivered to fire stations on ___

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Tuesdays and Fridays

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123
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Power to the fuel pump(s) is controlled by a switch located in the fire station. For safety purposes…

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a member acting as a lookout shall be located at the switch at all times while fuel is being dispensed

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124
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The vehicle’s odometer reading shall be entered as ___

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whole miles only

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125
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When dispensing fuel for equipment other than vehicles, enter __ in the column titled “Meter”. Fuel utilized for power tools, rescue and other gasoline powered equipment is charged to Equipment ___. Fuel utilized for station lawn equipment is charged to Equipment ___

A

5#05997#05999

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126
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Fire Apparatus and MICU’s should avoid filling with Diesel at these two (2) facilities due to

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higher percentage blends of Bio-Diesel

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127
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In the event a City of Irving Fuel Card is lost, members shall immediately notify their direct supervisor who shall report such loss to

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Assistant Chief/Administration

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128
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Fuelman Cards issued to MICUs shall only be used to purchase fuel for the onboard generator ONLY. The exception to this procedure would be when

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the MICU has been deployed in a Mutual Aid situation

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129
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Facilities that accept Fuelman Cards can be found on the internet at

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www.fuelman.com

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130
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requires a visual inspection be performed and documented every ___ for all spill buckets

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sixty (60) days

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131
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As such, all stations with USTs shall conduct a visual inspection of the spill bucket(s) ___ to ensure they are tight, free of any liquid, free of all dirt and debris, and the appropriate cover is in place

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the first Monday of even numbered months

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132
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A Fire Department Engine Coach may be provided for

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line of duty funerals

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133
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A Stationary Honor Guard consisting of two (2) members shall be posted during ___. They shall stand at attention at the entrance to the viewing area or by the casket, whichever the family chooses

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viewing hours and one hour prior to the funeral services

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134
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Entering the Chapel - Members should enter

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single file following the pallbearers

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135
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The Bell Ceremonial Team shall consist of

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Two Axe Bearing Bell Guards, one Bell Ringer and one Ceremony Speaker

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136
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The Memorial Bell shall be treated with the utmost respect, it shall never be struck or rung at any event other than ___. The only exception to this would be for rehearsal by the Department’s Bell Team

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a funeral or memorial service

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137
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Flags at Fire Department facilities shall be flown at half mast as follows:1. Line of duty deaths -2. Non-line of duty deaths -3. Retired -

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  1. Line of duty deaths - flown at half mast from the date of the death through the date of the burial.2. Non-line of duty deaths - flown at half mast the day of the funeral.3. Retired - flown at half mast the day of the funeral
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138
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The Fire Department badge shall be shrouded midway with a 1” wide black band during ___. This shall apply only for active and retired members of any Fire Department

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the funeral only

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139
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Scratches and dents shall not be cause to fail a ladder if it passes

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the appropriate load test

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140
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Captains assigned to ___ are responsible for the proper testing and documentation

A

Station 11

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141
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Station 11 Captains shall compile all test records of ladders assigned to their shift and shall forward the completed records to the Assistant Chief, Operations prior to

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January 5th of the year following the test year

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142
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When to test ladder is pretty straightforward…except halyard…

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If only repair was replacing halyard…ladder does not need to be tested

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143
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Prior to scheduled testing at Station 11, ladders must be

A

cleaned

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144
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Dirty hose shall not be allowed to remain on the apparatus for more than

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24 hrs

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145
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Use of ___ on hose threads or couplings is detrimental to the rubber lining and is prohibited

A

oil

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146
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Fire Department vehicles must not be driven over un-bridged fire hose smaller than ___ unless absolutely necessary

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5” (if bridged, you can drive over 3” and 5”)

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147
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If no bridge available…

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-tarp wrapping the hose-cross at an angle-assign a lookout (bridge or no bridge)

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148
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Under no circumstances will ___ be driven over five-inch (5”) hose

A

sedans or other vehicles having a low under-frame clearance

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149
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When large quantities of hose are to be exchanged, the ___ will coordinate movement of same with the ___.

A

Hose Record Officer (HRO) (a station 3 captain)Property Coordinator

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150
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When new hose is replacing out of date hose, the new hose will be properly tested and placed in service within

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10 days

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151
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New or replacement hose will NOT be marked with

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any form of company identification

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152
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Charged hose lines will not be hoisted above

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the third floor

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153
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Charged hose lines hanging vertically on ladders shall be secured with a hose strap

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fifty feet (50’) behind the coupling

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154
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The in-service life of fire hose:• 1 3⁄4′′ -• 2 1⁄2′′ -• 3′′ -• 5′′ -

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• 1 3⁄4′′ - 5 years• 2 1⁄2′′ - 10 years• 3′′ - 10 years• 5′′ - 7 years

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155
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Extra hose for each station.• Orange 1 3⁄4′′ -• Yellow 1 3⁄4′′ -• Green 1 3⁄4′′ -• 3′′ -

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• Orange 1 3⁄4′′ - 4 sections• Yellow 1 3⁄4′′ - 2 sections• Green 1 3⁄4′′ - 1 section• 3′′ - 2 sections

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156
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The serial numbers shall be a five (5) digit number. The first two (2) digits shall be the ___ and accepted. The last three (3) digits shall be the

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year the hose is receivednumber of the individual section of hose

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157
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The standard hose bed load:3” -5” -1 3⁄4” -

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3” - 500 or 8005” - 1000+50+25(1-3 sections)1 3⁄4” - 700 or 800(front bumper) or 1000(3 preconnects)

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158
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All fire hose purchased after July, 1987 will have the test pressure stenciled on each section of hose. Fire hose will be tested at that pressure for

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5 minutes

159
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Any station unable to complete their hose test in the scheduled time will be able to finish testing in

A

July or August for Stations 1 through 7 and in December for Stations 8 through 11

160
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When a large shipment of hose arrives, the HRO will be responsible to see that the new hose is tested within ___ of arrival. The arriving hose will be delivered to ___.

A

7 daysStation 9

161
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A member who is injured in the line of duty shall be entitled to injury leave with pay for a period not to exceed ___ provided the member is unable to perform duty as determined by a proper medical authority. Any extensions of injury leave beyond that shall be at the discretion of ___.

A

one (1) yearCity Council

162
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A City of Irving Report of Injury to an Employee (Form #8050) must be fully completed, signed by the employee, and forwarded to the Fire Administration within ___ of the occurrence, if possible

A

twenty-four (24) hours

163
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State form for workers’ comp incidents…must be filled out by member or supervisor and by the the doctor…needs to be returned to supervisor no later than ___ following the visit.

A

Texas Workers’ Compensation Work Status Report (DWC 73)24 hrs

164
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Members are prohibited from ___ while on injury leave

A

working off duty or subbing

165
Q

Members working overtime at special events, scheduled by ___, are eligible for injury leave

A

the department

166
Q

___ or ___ will determine possible Modified Duty Assignments

A

The Chief of Department or Assistant Chief, Special Services

167
Q

In order for an employee to be eligible for a Modified Duty Assignment he/she must present a statement from their attending physician stating that the employee will be able to resume the essential functions of his/her normal assignment within ___

A

120 days

168
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Modified Duty medical exam intervals

A

-when estimated time expires from previous exam-every 30 days minimum-upon request of Chief or Asst Chief SS

169
Q

Award Recommendation Committee consists of ___ members. At least one is a ___.

A

5 members (at least 1 per shift, no more than 2)paramedic

170
Q

Award Committee meets at least

A

quarterly

171
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This is the highest award given. It is awarded to those personnel who perform particularly heroic deeds that involve great risk for severe injury or loss of their own life. Without this performance, the loss of a life or lives would be certain.

A

Medal of Honor

172
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Awarded to those personnel that perform exceptional deeds involving a substantial amount of risk and the possibility of personal injury

A

Medal of Valor (not usually recommended for normal activities)

173
Q

Awarded to those persons performing in an outstanding manner far above what is normally expected. Does not require an unusual threat to life or personal safety

A

Medal of Commendation (may be used for exceptional normal activities)

174
Q

May be awarded to any firefighter for the saving of a human life as the result of fire fighting or emergency rescue operations

A

Lifesaving Award

175
Q

This award is given for lifelong dedication to the fire department

A

The “Shaky” Gene Holder Lifetime Achievement Award

176
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Awarded to recognize the efforts of one or more people for a job or assignment that was performed, (with or without risk), in a manner that was above and beyond the call of duty

A

Certificate of Merit / Unit Citation

177
Q

Awarded for off-duty activities in the community not necessarily Fire Department related

A

Community Service Award

178
Q

May be awarded to any civilian for the saving of a human life as the result of direct intervention in an emergency situation.

A

Citizen Life Saving Award

179
Q

Citizen Recognition Award

A

1) A significant contribution to the success of an emergency effort.2) A selfless act in support of other citizens involved in an emergency situation3) Support provided to the Irving Fire Department through equipment or monetary donations or services rendered

180
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Recommendation for any award, commendation, or certificate of merit can be made by

A

anyone, either a civilian or members of the fire department

181
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All nominations must be in ___ before the Awards Banquet. The Fire Chief or his/her designated representative will issue a memo each year during ___ to remind all personnel

A

90 daysSeptember

182
Q

The ballots will be distributed during

A

the first full week of October

183
Q

All fire stations and facilities shall have ___ fire inspections

A

annual (All fire alarms, sprinkler systems, smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors shall be tested annually. Any system designed into the building to remove hazards such as exhaust fumes shall be inspected annually and comply with manufacturer’s standards.)

184
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It shall be the responsibility of the ___ to maintain, where required, battery replacements (station detectors I think)

A

Station Captain

185
Q

A report of all annual inspections of life safety systems, to include fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems, shall be completed by

A

a State certified inspecting contractor

186
Q

Any unconfined open flame or device that can propagate fire to the building or other combustible materials (training)

A

Live Fire (Fires confined to burn barrels will not be considered a live fire)

187
Q

An area defined by a 50-foot perimeter area around all sides of the burn building

A

Operations Area

188
Q

Live Fire - Assure that the following minimum instructor positions are in place (5)

A

1) Instructor-in-Charge2) Safety Officer3) Attack line(s)4) Back-up line(s)5) Required functional crew officers

189
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Designate a ___ to which all participants, including instructors, shall report should evacuation of the burn building be necessary

A

predetermined location

190
Q

Assure that the participating student-instructor ratio shall not be greater than ___ for live fire training evolutions

A

5:1

191
Q

Supervises and controls the loading of fuel into the burn building

A

Safety Officer

192
Q

Complete the portions of the IFD Live Fire training that involve verifying the fire load, times, PAR’s and critique

A

Safety Officer

193
Q

A drawing of the burn building shall be utilized during the briefing session showing all

A

interior rooms, hallways, exterior openings and vent openings

194
Q

The location of victims (mannequin victims only) can be withheld as long as

A

the “possibility of victims:” is discussed in the pre-burn briefing session

195
Q

Only Class A material shall be used, in only the amounts necessary, to create the desired fire size. The maximum fire load in any one room shall be

A

three (3) wood pallets and two (2) bales of hay

196
Q

The use of ___ shall be prohibited for use in live fire training evolutions

A

flammable or combustible liquids

197
Q

Removed debris will be placed well away from the building (minimum of ___)

A

5’

198
Q

A minimum flow rate of ___ is required for all attack line(s) and back-up line(s)

A

ninety-five (95) gallons per minute

199
Q

The decision to ignite the training fire shall be made by the

A

instructor-in-charge in coordination with the safety officer

200
Q

The instructor designated to ignite the training fire shall light the fire with ___ provided by the Training Division

A

the propane ignition device (Flares will not be used)

201
Q

Students participating in the operation of fire suppression during the live fire training shall not stand up in the building until

A

the fire has been brought under control

202
Q

Approximately ___ of HDX 40-weight oil per vehicle will be maintained at each station for purposes of adding oil between changes, if needed

A

2 quarts

203
Q

Maintain an inventory to include all minor tools and equipment assigned to the apparatus. This inventory will be sealed in a clear vinyl sheet protector and kept in

A

the apparatus glove compartment where it will be readily available

204
Q

Report any lost or misplaced equipment prior to ___ to their Battalion Chief and record same in station log book

A

0900 (Gen Proc 13.3 says report within 1 hr or your fault…)

205
Q

All fire department vehicles will be washed where?

A

inside the apparatus bay at their respective fire station or at the City of Irving Fleet Maintenance facility

206
Q

Items on the Preventative Maintenance Report indicated with an asterisk should be

A

checked daily

207
Q

Preventative Maintenance Reports will be retained for ___ and will then be discarded

A

1 yr

208
Q

When repairs are completed, the Preventative Maintenance Report will be signed by the person completing repairs and placed in

A

apparatus glove compartment

209
Q

Fire Boat outboard motor and internal pump motor serviced every

A

Every one-hundred (100) hours or yearly, (whichever occurs first)

210
Q

Station 8 Captains will notify Assistant Chief, Special Services within ___ to date of authorized maintenance due date

A

ten (10) hours or one (1) month prior

211
Q

Tools shall be started and run for

A

a period of time sufficient to reach, and operate at, normal operating temperatures

212
Q

Stations will maintain a file entitled “Minor Tool and Equipment Inventory” in their station file cabinet. Completed copies shall be maintained for a period of

A

24 months

213
Q

Having ___ apparatus at the City Shop for repairs or maintenance at a given time should be avoided

A

two (2) or more

214
Q

Maintenance and repair of departmental radio equipment shall be reported to

A

the Lieutenant in the Alarm Office

215
Q

Maintenance and repair of departmental cellular telephones shall be reported to

A

the Alarm Office Battalion Chief

216
Q

Computer problems encountered while completing TEXFIR reports are directed to

A

Melony Branham

217
Q

Maintenance and repair of medical equipment shall be reported to and coordinated by

A

the SDO

218
Q

Low-pressure extinguishers shall be tested

A

every twelve (12) years

219
Q

High-pressure extinguishers shall be tested

A

every five (5) years

220
Q

Stations equipped with an auxiliary generator will check the fluid levels and general appearance of the generator(s) on

A

Monday of each week

221
Q

Station generators are set to run automatically for ___ to exercise the engine

A

thirty (30) minutes at 0900 every Monday

222
Q

When auxiliary generators operate for any reasons, including the automatic Monday operation, it must be documented on

A

the IFD Auxiliary Generator Operation Form, IFD Form 3

223
Q

Stations with auxiliary generators will maintain a file entitled “Auxiliary Generator” in their station file cabinet. Completed copies of IFD Form 3 shall be maintained in the file for a period of

A

twenty-four (24) months

224
Q

The ___ will select a candidate for the position of Chaplain. The Chaplain will be appointed by ___.

A

Irving Professional Firefighters Associationthe Chief of Department

225
Q

After appointment, the Chaplain will be issued the following equipment (4)

A

1) A Class A uniform.2) A Chaplain’s badge.3) A cell phone, at the discretion of the department.4) Chaplain’s business cards

226
Q

In the event that a member of the department is seriously injured or killed in the line of duty, the Chaplain, the Chief of Department and/or an Assistant Chief shall

A

drive to the appropriate location to make a face-to-face notification to the appropriate family member(s) and assist the member’s family with transportation to the hospital

227
Q

In the event the Chaplain is on duty at the time of the emergency, the Chaplain shall

A

be relieved of duty (unless the Chaplain is out on a call).

228
Q

The Chaplain, under the authority of the Chief of Department shall be able to

A

relieve a member of duty

229
Q

In the event that lost or misplaced equipment is not reported to the Battalion Chief/SDO within the ___, the Company Officer on duty will be responsible for the lost or missing item

A

1 hr

230
Q

Marking tools - Company identity should be ___. Reserve equipment shall be marked with

A

black or white depending on backgrounda “safety yellow” color

231
Q

Station Captains shall see that all support vehicles and trailers assigned to their station are inventoried on

A

the fifteenth (15th) day of each month

232
Q

Station Captains shall notify the appropriate Battalion Chief by email of any inventory discrepancies found prior to ___ on the day of inventory

A

17:00

233
Q

Inventory Control Sheets shall be retained for

A

1 yr

234
Q

Station Captains shall submit a ___ requesting the addition or deletion of items on the Inventory Control Sheets

A

memo to Chief of Department

235
Q

Mileage reimbursement shall only be paid for a ___ period

A

one (1) month

236
Q

Travel reimbursement requests are due in Fire Administration no later than ___ station to station travel was made

A

the fifth (5th) day of the following month

237
Q

Station use hose shall never be

A

placed/used on fire apparatus

238
Q

Fuel shall be changed ___. Unused fuel should be poured into the lawnequipment fuel can(s) and be used for such purpose

A

the firstMondayof the month

239
Q

Personnel may not work more than forty-eight (48) hours on an MICU without a twenty- four (24) hour break off an MICU. ___ is an exception to this requirement

A

Holdover Overtime

240
Q

Personnel who request a shift of Vacation Leave, ___ from the requesting date, may not sign up for OT during that shift of Vacation Leave

A

2 shifts or less

241
Q

A Member who has informed their Battalion Chief they wish to work the Leave portion of their Kelly Day may sign up on the daily overtime list. However, they are only authorized to be hired ___

A

for a max of 12 hrs (If they are selected for overtime and the amount of overtime available is over 12 hours, the member will be passed over initially. The overtime will be awarded to the next eligible member on the daily overtime list. Once remaining eligible members on the OT daily signup list has been exhausted, a 24 hour shift may be divided to 12 hours each between the Kelly Day member and a Mandatory OT member. If a Kelly Day member was initially passed over to award 24 hours OT to another on the daily signup list, the Kelly Day member is still eligible for 12 hours OT)

242
Q

Minimum Staffing Levels

A

Battalion 1 - 38 membersBattalion 2 - 41 membersA vacancy will exist any time the daily staffing level falls below 79 members

243
Q

Officer minimum staffing will consist of

A

15 officers (to include one (1) officer per station, one (1) Shift Duty Officer (SDO) Captain, and two (2) field Battalion Chief positions)

244
Q

A vacancy occurs on the HazMat Team when ___ HazMat Technicians are available for assignment

A

less than six (6) (if OT hired for less than 6, they will be placed at St 8)

245
Q

If Haz-Mat staffing at Station 8 is above 6 and an officer is needed elsewhere, the ___ may be moved

A

Lieutenant (This would not include moving the Lieutenant to Station 11 if this brings Station 8 below 6 Haz-Mat Techs for that day)

246
Q

If a Probationary Firefighter is assigned to station 8 the result may be less than 6 Haz-Mat members are assigned to station 8 that day. In this instance, the Battalion Chief may

A

use the total of Haz-Mat members at stations 11 and 8 to maintain 6 Haz-Mat Technicians, with a minimum of 5 Haz-Mat technicians would be assigned to station 8

247
Q

A vacancy occurs on the Technical Rescue Team (TRT) when ___ rescue technicians are available for assignment

A

less than three (3)

248
Q

A vacancy occurs on the Swift Water Rescue Team (SWRT) when ___ swift water rescue technician is available for assignment.

A

less than one (1)

249
Q

New members will be added at the bottom of the list and assigned the maximum number of OT hours once they have

A

completed their final probationary hearing

250
Q

A short notice overtime list consisting only of those members living within ___ will be maintained by ___

A

a twenty (20) mile radius of Fire Station 4Battalion 1

251
Q

Communication Division personnel may not work more than

A

thirty-six (36) hours without a twelve (12) hour break (Exception: Communication Division personnel shall not work any overtime that would require the member to be on duty for two (2) consecutive nights without a twelve (12) hour break)

252
Q

When an Alarm Office member is re-assigned to field operations, their OT hours are converted with a factor of

A

1.325 (.754 when the reverse happens)

253
Q

Incidental Overtime – Special Operations Detail. Selection of personnel to work such overtime shall be made by

A

an Assistant Chief or the Chief

254
Q

The least senior member who is on duty and has completed ___ shall work mandatory overtime when warranted

A

their final probationary review

255
Q

Protected Healthcare (medical) Information excludes

A

employment records maintained by the department on its own employees

256
Q

The ___ for the IFD will act as the Department’s Privacy Officer

A

EMS Coordinator (the Assistant Chief, Special Services…according to Rules/Regs, the Admin Chief is the EMS Coordinator)

257
Q

Responsible for reviewing all requests for release of protected medical information except those allowed by law for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations…will also review and respond to all complaints and inquiries in regard to the department’s HIPAA compliance efforts

A

Privacy Officer

258
Q

No one is allowed a copy of the Patient Form except for

A

the receiving facility

259
Q

The following is a list of situations in which PHI can be shared with the police verbally (5 notable ones…11 total)

A
  1. Patient is a victim of a crime.2. Patient is in custody of the police.3. Reporting of legally specified wounds (i.e., gunshot, stabbing).4. Fire Department personnel reasonably believe the patient is a victim of abuse, neglect, or domestic violence. (pt must be informed)6. Patient is deceased and police are handling notification of medical examiner, coroner, justice of the peace, or funeral director. Fire department personnel can also give PHI directly to medical examiners, coroners, justice of the peace, funeral directors or their designees
260
Q

Information that is contained on a patient’s ___ is not PHI by itself and can be given to law enforcement for their reporting requirements

A

driver’s license and automotive insurance card

261
Q

It is also permissible to give law enforcement information about a patient’s ___ at the scene of a motor vehicle collision as well as the MICU ___.

A

location in or around automobileshospital destination

262
Q

Storage facility key holders are assigned to

A

official City of Irving employees whose normal job duties include the management of records for the entire city

263
Q

All fax machines that could be used to send or receive PHI will be physically located in

A

spaces that are not accessible to the public or by other employees of the city not covered by a confidentiality agreement

264
Q

A HIPAA required Notice of Privacy Practices will be posted

A

inside all MICUs (and on City website)

265
Q

Patients have a right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures of the patient’s protected health information in the ___ prior to the date of the patient’s request.

A

6 yrs

266
Q

The Fire Department may elect to accept the restriction or not. It is not encouraged to accept restrictions on the use of PHI other than those

A

imposed by law

267
Q

It will be the ___ responsibility to coordinate disciplinary actions, under the Rules and Regulations of the Irving Fire Department, for any employee of the department who is found to be in violation of these procedures (PHI privacy)

A

EMS Coordinator’s

268
Q

If a patient is concerned their privacy rights have been violated, or they disagree with a decision that has been made about access to their medical records, they may contact

A

the Department’s Privacy Officer (EMS Coordinator)

269
Q

Recognizing employee performance can have direct and measurable influence on

A

their motivation

270
Q

Tendency to let one highly favorable or unfavorable trait affect their judgment of all the other traits

A

The Halo Effect

271
Q

Tendency to steer away from assigning extreme ratings

A

Central Tendency

272
Q

Common errors made in evaluations (4)

A

-Halo Effect-Bias/Prejudice-Over-Emphasis on Isolated Events-Leniency-Evaluation of potential worth-Central Tendency

273
Q

PDE’s are due by

A

the 5th day of the month immediately following a member’s work anniversary month

274
Q

The Assistant Chief of Operations shall notify all immediate and secondary supervisors when any IFD member PDE’s are due. This notification should take place between

A

the 1st and the 5th day of each month

275
Q

Evaluations shall be forwarded to

A

Human Resources to be filed in the employee’s Personnel File

276
Q

Members may request permission from the OIC to take photographs of an emergency scene for the intent of future training of fire department personnel or historical documentation of the incident. These photographs will be reviewed by the ___ for distribution

A

Training Academy Captain

277
Q

Serve as a consensus group in making recommendations and in preparing fitness standards for the Department

A

Certified Fitness Coordinators

278
Q

CFC duties/responsibilities (4)

A

a. Task Testb. Coordinate repair, maintenance, and inventory of fitness equipment.c. Prescribe physical fitness workout programs.d. Assist members in reaching their fitness goals.

279
Q

Prior to beginning the workout program, the member must submit a licensed physician statement within ___ of the unsuccessful FFTT.

A

15 calendar days

280
Q

Members failing to complete the FFTT (1st try) within the DAT will receive

A

formal coaching session, PIP, Letter of Caution.

281
Q

Members on personal sick/injury leave or Workers’ Compensation leave for more than ___ are required to take the FFTT within ___` of their return to regular (non-modified) duty

A

60 consecutive days15 calendar days

282
Q

CFC will complete a ___ and tailor a workout for member failing FFTT.

A

Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (workout log also kept in members station file)

283
Q

Members failing to complete the FFTT (2nd try)

A

-Written reprimand (next failed tries get temp suspension, indefinite susp)

284
Q

If a Member is perceived to be in less than a satisfactory fitness level causing a safety concern, the Member’s first line supervisor or above may assign the Member in question to perform the FFTT. To receive approval to administer the FFTT to the member in question, the supervisor must first present the case to

A

Assistant Chief, Operations

285
Q

The ___ will chair a PFP Coordinating Committee that addresses all issues involving Pre-Fire Planning and Database Management

A

Communication Battalion Chief

286
Q

All PFP under construction are saved on

A

the stations external hard drive located at the station creating the plan. No incomplete plans are saved anywhere else in the network including the J:\ drive folders or individual desktops

287
Q

Verify PFP’s Information at least

A

annually

288
Q

Hazardous conditions are shown with ___ on a pre-fire plan

A

red font (truss construction alone does not require the use of red on a pre-fire plan)

289
Q

The legal representative of a deceased patient is authorized to receive a copy of Patient Form or other medical record related to such patient upon presentation of all of the following (3)

A

a. Positive identificationb. Proof of legal representative status (such as Power of Attorney, marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)c. Death certificate

290
Q

Subpoenas received for medical records that indicate the patient is a party to legal action may be released without involvement of the

A

City Attorney. All others must be submitted to the City Attorney for approval to release

291
Q

Written Requests from Patient or Parent or Guardian of Minor Patient will be approved provided the written request is

A

notarized

292
Q

Particulates and other products of combustion can reduce ___ of garments and increase your clothing’s ability to ___.

A

the flame resistanceconduct electricity

293
Q

___ is NOT recommended for cleaning protective clothing

A

Hand cleaning in a utility sink

294
Q

Gloves - Squeeze out excess water but do not

A

wring the gloves as this can cause damage

295
Q

Clean footwear in

A

utility sink using mild detergent, water and soft brush (do not machine clean or dry footwear)

296
Q

Advanced inspection (PPE) will be performed by

A

the Property Coordinator and/or contract cleaning/repair organization

297
Q

PPE that is no longer of use for emergency operations but is not contaminated, defective or damaged must be retired but can be used in

A

non-live fire training when appropriately marked for such use

298
Q

Exchange of items for like items where garments are of improper size due to the individual experiencing significant weight changes, item shrinkage, etc., may be permitted only if approved by

A

the Chief or Assistant Chief, Administration

299
Q

Property Room hours

A

0700 until 1000 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays of each week excluding city holidays

300
Q

Public Relations oppurtunities - On the fire scene (3)

A

the use of runners and salvage covers and a good clean up job after the fire has been extinguished

301
Q

Total of the attitudes, impressions and opinions of a localized community in its relationship with the Fire Department

A

Community relations, insofar as it relates to the Fire Department,

302
Q

The most important means of gaining the good will and confidence of the people is to foster among members of the Fire Department an attitude of

A

courtesy and objectivity toward the people with whom they come in daily contact

303
Q

The ___ will determine areas that are safe and will assist the media in obtaining video and pictures within the safe areas

A

IC

304
Q

The ___ has responsibility for all press release information

A

IC

305
Q

Calls from the news media or other interested parties to the Alarm Office regarding the emergency will be routed to

A

the Assistant Chief, Special Services

306
Q

Do not permit lawyers, civilians, reporters, or photographers to interview you, or photograph you or our equipment, while in the station without permission of

A

an Assistant Chief or the Chief of the Department

307
Q

Alarm Office will inform personnel that an ambiguous or dangerous situation exists by utilizing the term

A

“Caution Response”

308
Q

A ___ is used to assist the IC in conducting the Formal PIA

A

“talking points worksheet”

309
Q

A Formal Post Incident Analysis will be initiated as soon as possible for the following incidents (7)

A
  1. Third alarm fire.2. Any fire in which a fatality occurs.3. Any incident occurring in which a firefighter is injured requiring admission to medical facility.4. Significant hazardous materials incident requiring decontamination procedures.5. Mass causality incident involving the transport of ten patients or more.6. Incident requiring the response of a specialty team where a compliment of apparatus equal to a one alarm assignment.7. At the discretion of the Incident Commander or the request of a company officer
310
Q

The ___ shall coordinate and take the lead in a Formal PIA

A

IC

311
Q

Members who personally experience, witness, or ___ a Near-Miss event shall complete a Near-Miss report prior to___.

A

are made aware ofthe end of that shift

312
Q

The Informal Post Incident Analysis may occur at any type incident and should be utilized at ___ before companies clear the location

A

all incidents requiring a one alarm or greater response

313
Q

Within 72 hours of the conclusion of any Post Incident Analysis, the IC will generate a memo directed to Chief of Department if any of the following are identified (4)

A
  1. Firefighter safety issues2. Areas needing improvement through training;3. Operation deficiencies requiring guideline changes;4. Other items of interest that will positively enhance operations
314
Q

Responsible for coordinating the flow of information concerning departmental policies and operations and on specific statements concerning issues that could arise concerning the department

A

PIO

315
Q

The ___ will serve as the PIO and will report to the scene of all major incidents to coordinate media information

A

On-Call Administrative Chief

316
Q

If the incident is deemed a Level I - Criminal Incident, the ___ will be contacted to respond to the scene

A

Fire Marshal

317
Q

PIO - Level I - CRIMINAL INCIDENTS shall be defined as (3)

A

a. Any Fire related incident that appears to be criminal in natureb. Any Fire event that appears to be Terroristic in naturec. Any Fire event that results in any fatalities or serious injuries

318
Q

All Level I Incidents will require coordination from the ___ (3) to properly disseminate information to the media

A

Fire Marshal, (PIO), and Fire Chief

319
Q

PIO - Level II - MAJOR INCIDENTS (4)

A

-multi alarm-HazMat or other requiring major evac-extended complicated rescue-serious accidents involving fire vehicles that result in injury or fatality

320
Q

All Level II media events will be handled by the ___ serving as PIO

A

On-Call Chief

321
Q

PIO - Level III - ROUTINE INCIDENTS

A

-small scale but still of interest to media

322
Q

All Level III media events will be handled by the ___ serving as PIO

A

On-Call Assistant Chief or Battalion Chief

323
Q

Designation of Helmet and Reflective Trapezoid Colors

A

1) White Helmet a) Battalion Chiefs and Fire Marshal – Yellow b) Assistant Chiefs – Orange c) Fire Chief – Orange with Silver Stripe2) Red Helmet – yellow3) Black Helmet – a) Probationary Firefighters – Silver b) Firefighters – Yellow c) Drivers and Inspectors – Yellow with Silver Stripe d) Lieutenants – Orange

324
Q

Should any item of personal protective equipment be damaged while the Property Coordinator is not on duty,member is directed to notify

A

Battalion Chief

325
Q

Basis of public relations

A

Performance

326
Q

The City will pay for a maximum of ___ vacation accrual upon member’s retirement

A

2 yrs

327
Q

___ schedules vacation time for the entire shift

A

Battalion 2 Chief

328
Q

A total of __ Officers per shift, including the Battalion Chiefs, can be scheduled off at the same time

A

5

329
Q

During the vacation selection process members are only to schedule the amount of time they are projected to have on the books as of ___ of the current year

A

September 30th

330
Q

Members must notify the Battalion Chief by ___ when they only want the twelve (12) hour Kelly Day off

A

1900 of the member’s previous shift

331
Q

Kelly Days - When the twenty-four (24) hour period must be split, the member who ___ shall get their choice of taking off the day or night hours

A

makes the request first

332
Q

Minimum staffing for each specialty team discipline shall be maintained prior to granting scheduled leave

A

No Answer - Just noting

333
Q

All selections for scheduled leave shall begin no earlier than ___ and shall be completed no later than ___. Battalion 2 Chiefs shall notify their shifts members a minimum of ___ in advance of the exact date the selections shall begin

A

August 1, August 15two weeks

334
Q

Scheduled leave must be canceled by ___. Such cancellations shall be in twenty four (24) hour increments only

A

0700 (beginning of shift) a minimum of two (2) of the requesting member’s shifts in advance

335
Q

If the canceled scheduled leave date is ___ or less, and creates an open slot where one did not previously exist, at 1900 hours on the shift following the cancellation, the Battalion Chief will award the leave.

A

14 calendar days

336
Q

When unscheduled leave is requested before 1900 of the member’s previous shift, there must be a buffer of ___ above minimum staffing scheduled to work that shift for such leave to be granted and leave must be for twenty-four (24) hours

A

6

337
Q

Battalion Chiefs are authorized to grant VOD any time after 0700 at the beginning of their shift when staffing is greater than __ above minimum staffing levels

A

2

338
Q

Personal leave may create

A

OT

339
Q

Personal Leave requests may be granted no more than ___ prior to the requested leave date. Personal Leave is required to be utilized in ___ increments

A

one shift2 hr

340
Q

In those unusual cases where a Chief Officer can prevent the department from incurring an overtime expense by granting an employee’s request for a deviation from the leave policy, that Chief Officer is authorized to exercise such initiative

A

No Answer

341
Q

In the IFD, an SCBA will consist of (one weird one…full list is 9)

A

Voice Amplifier

342
Q

Who checks 4th SCBA

A

Driver

343
Q

10 sets of APR filters are on

A

T2, T7, BCs, 522, 521

344
Q

Cylinder checked for full charge. Full charge is considered to be greater than __ percent of rated service pressure

A

90

345
Q

Cylinder pressure gauge and remote gauge checked to read within __ percent of each other

A

10

346
Q

IFD Form 9 retained for

A

36 months

347
Q

The Weekly Inspection of SCBA, RIT-Pak, and Ska-Pak on reserve apparatus and specialty vehicles will be documented on

A

IFD Form 7

348
Q

It will be the policy of the Irving Fire Department that all SCBA, RIT-Pak, and Ska-Pak apparatus will have a functional flow test and inspection how often?

A

twice a year (Semi-Annual Test)

349
Q

The Semi-Annual Tests will be performed during the months of ___ of each year

A

January-April and July-October (July-Oct…batteries will be changed on the SCBA, RIT-Pak, and Ska-Pak)

350
Q

SCBA, RIT-Pak, and Ska-Pak will be repaired and maintained in accordance to the NFPA standard in effect at the time of

A

purchase

351
Q

DO NOT use ___ to speed dry the SCBA components

A

shop air or other air containing lubricants

352
Q

Eyewear with straps or temple bars that pass through the face piece-to-face seal area shall be

A

prohibited

353
Q

Fit test equipment will be calibrated and certified ___ by the manufacturer

A

annually

354
Q

Fit Tests will be administered (3)

A

a. When face piece is initially issuedb. Once a year, as a minimum. Annual Fit Testing for all IFD personnel will begin in the month of July.c. As needed due to changes in facial features

355
Q

Maintenance on Breathing Air Compressor - Maintenance records will be maintained for a period of not less than

A

5 yrs

356
Q

Breathing air samples from each compressor will be submitted to an accredited testing laboratory on a ___ basis

A

quarterly

357
Q

Air sample test results will be maintained for a period of not less than

A

5 yrs

358
Q

Fill log records for Station 2, Station 11, and 555 shall be maintained for a period of

A

5 yrs

359
Q

An EBSS connection shall not be initiated if the “donors” cylinder has less than ___ of air remaining

A

600 L (1500 psi)

360
Q

IFD SCBA cylinders have a service life of ___ from original hydrostat date.

A

15 yrs

361
Q

All stations will be inspected ___ by the Battalion Chief

A

monthly

362
Q

Station supplies shall be ordered on Operative IQ by ___ on the first and third Friday in each month

A

1600

363
Q

A ___ supply of expendable supplies should be an adequate stock level to be maintained at each station

A

one month

364
Q

It is recognized that a station may occasionally have a justifiable need for other item(s) that are not listed on the order form. In such cases, the Station Captain will request the item(s) by emailing ___ and explaining the need

A

the Assistant Chief/Administration

365
Q

Station Supplies - Approved items and quantities will be delivered to the stations the following

A

Wednesday or Thursday

366
Q

The ___ will require an employee to undergo drug and/or alcohol testing if there is reasonable suspicion that the employee is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol during work hours

A

Fire Chief

367
Q

Substance Abuse Testing - The documentation, which supports the determination, must be submitted to

A

the Fire Chief and the Human Resources Director

368
Q

Any employee who undergoes drug and/or alcohol testing for reasonable suspicion will be, at the Fire Chief’s discretion, placed on ___ until test results are confirmed

A

paid leave

369
Q

Sub calls shall be applicable only to (3)

A

-members assigned to 24-hour shift duty-Fire Prevention Specialist assigned to the Fire Prevention Division-members below the classification of Battalion Chief assigned to the Communications Section

370
Q

Sub calls for more than __ of the member’s consecutive shifts must be approved by the Battalion Chief

A

2 (Battalion Chief will determine any impact the request would have on operational effectiveness and forward the request to the Assistant Chief, Operations for notification purposes only)

371
Q

Firefighters will not be allowed to operate any fire department emergency apparatus until they have successfully completed the following (3)

A

1) All requirements set forth in the IFD Emergency Operating Guideline: 5.5 Emergency Vehicle Operations.2) A “first-alarm” district test3) IFD Engine/Pumper Operations, Truck/Aerial Operations, and Emergency Ambulance Operations classes

372
Q

Fire Equipment Operators will not be allowed to fill the out-of-class officer position until they have successfully completed

A

the IFD Basic Fire Officer Orientation Class

373
Q

Lieutenants, Captains will not be allowed to fill the out-of-class officer position until they have successfully completed

A

the IFD Fire Officer Development Class and maintain written documentation in their personnel file

374
Q

Conduct a minimum of ___ of station level training each calendar month

A

4 hrs

375
Q

A certification year begins each ___ and ends the following ___.

A

November 1, October 31

376
Q

Firefighter CE is broken down into two (2) categories:Level 1 -Level 2 -

A

Level 1 – Training intended to maintain previously learned skillsLevel 2 – Fire service training or education intended to develop new skills

377
Q

Level 1 training must be conducted by a ___. No more than ___ per year in any one subject

A

certified instructor (interactive computer-based CE that is supervised and verified by a certified instructor is acceptable)4hrs

378
Q

___ may conduct a Level 2 training class

A

Any certified instructor (no hour per subject limit on Level 2 except EMS which is 4 hrs/yr)

379
Q

The CE requirement for renewal shall consist of a minimum of ___ of training to be conducted during the certification period

A

18 hrs

380
Q

If an individual has completed a commission approved academy in the ___ prior to his or her certification expiration date, a copy of that certificate of completion will be acceptable documentation of CE for that certification renewal period.

A

12 months

381
Q

All documentation of training used to satisfy the CE requirements must be maintained for a period of ___ from the date of the training

A

3 yrs

382
Q

Any person who is a member of a paid or volunteer fire department who is on extended leave for a cumulative period of six (6) months or longer due to ___ may be exempted from the CE requirement for the applicable renewal period

A

a documented illness, injury, or activation to military service

383
Q

Each Battalion Chief is required to visit and participate in at least one company level training session each ___ and at least one drill every ___.

A

month6 months

384
Q

CE requirements -Structural Fire Personnel –HazMat Technician –Wildland FF –Fire Service Instructor –Fire Inspection Personnel –Arson/Fire Investigator –Head of Fire Dept -

A

-Structural Fire Personnel - 2 hrs-HazMat Technician - 8 hrs-Wildland FF - 4 hrs-Fire Service Instructor - 2 hrs-Fire Inspection Personnel - 2 hrs-Arson/Fire Investigator - 2 hrs-Head of Fire Dept - 2 hrs

385
Q

Testing Objectives to be met by Recruit and Probationary Firefighters

A

-70 on Driver/Operator Exam-75 on Medical Director’s test for those already certified-80 on all Irving tests

386
Q

In order to allow adequate time for the Probationary Review Board to reach a decision, all re-testing must be successfully completed no later than

A

one month out from end of probation (retest only for those that scored at least a 70)

387
Q

Probationary Firefighter Review Board consists of

A

-Assistant Chief, Special Services-Battalion Chief, Training/Communications-Training Captain-Training Lieutenant-Training FEO-Firefighter’s Battalion Chief(s); and the two (2) Captains the Firefighter was assigned to during the probationary period

388
Q

Testing Objectives to be met by Probationary Fire Prevention Specialists

A

-70 on the Texas Fire Commission Examination for Fire Inspection personnel-75 on TCOLE-80 on Irving test

389
Q

Probationary Fire Prevention Specialist Review Board consists of

A

-Assistant Chief, Special Services-Fire Marshal-Assistant Fire Marshal-Fire Prevention Lieutenant

390
Q

Female interns will not be assigned to

A

Stations 2 and/or 4

391
Q

The Station Officer(s) and all preceptors that are available shall have a “Table Talk” or “Round Table” session with each intern on their ___ of their internship

A

5th shift (or halfway point) - A short written summary of this “round table” session will be forwarded to the EMS Battalion Chief

392
Q

Applications for transfer ambulance service permits will be coordinated by

A

EMS Battalion Chief

393
Q

Work Periods-Support Personnel –Communications Division –MICU/Fire -

A

-Support Personnel - seven (7) consecutive days which shall begin at 0800 each Sunday and end at 0800 the following Sunday.-Communications Division - average 40-hour work week, with a work period beginning at 0700 January 1 and ending at 0700 the following January 1-MICU/Fire - 27 day recurring work period 0700 - 0700

394
Q

Complaints shall be handled and addressed at

A

the lowest appropriate level within the IFD

IFD EOG's (6 decks)

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