Oral Interview Prep

Question 1

What are the Core supervisory fundamentals?

Answer 1

1. Job Knowledge
2. Leadership
3. Risk Management
4. Work Environment
5. Customer Service

Question 2

What are the functions of command?

Answer 2

1. (Assume) Assume/announce command and establish an effective initial command position.
2. (Evaluate) Rapidly evaluate the situation/size up.
3. (Communicate) Initiate, maintain and control effective incident communications.
4. (Resource) Provide and manage a steady, adequate and timely stream of appropriate resources.
5. (Strategy) Identify the incident strategy, develop an IAP and assign companies and personnel consistent with plans and SOP’s.
6. (Organize) Develop an effective incident organization using sectors/divisions/groups to decentralize and delegate geographic and functional responsibilities.
7. (Review) Review and revise the strategy to keep IAP current.
8. (Transfer) Provide for continuity, transfer and termination of command.

Question 3

What are the cornerstones of the PFD way?

Answer 3

1. Commitment
2. Accountable
3. Self-Disciplined
4. Responsible leader
5. Positive Environment (Consideration, Discretion, Acceptance, Unity)
6. RBO process

Question 4

What are the Big 5?

Answer 4

• EMS
• Training
• Human Resources
• Physical Resources
• Community Prevention

Question 5

Group Dynamics

Answer 5

• Forming
• Storming
• Norming
• Performing
• Adjourning

Question 6

4 change process stages

Answer 6

• Denial
• Resistance
• Exploration
• Commitment

Question 7

Levels of mastery

Answer 7

• Competency
• proficiency
• Mastery

Question 8

GRABLIVES

Answer 8

Gauge
Radio
Activate Pass
Breath
Low
Illuminate
Volume
Exit
Shield

also breath, organize, act

Question 9

Resistance Issues

Answer 9

Uncertainty
Loss of Control/Power
Fear of loss
Self-interest
Learning anxiety
lack of trust
Lack of shared vision

Question 10

Process to overcome change

Answer 10

1. Create climate for change
2. Plan for it
3. Communicate advantages
4. Meet the needs of the organization and employees.
5. Involve employees in change process
6. Seek the input/support of leaders