Phx Fire 201-300 Flashcards
Lunch or dinner. At the fire station everyone who is working that shift puts in
money, usually around $13 to $15, at the beginning of the day to buy the food for the
noon and evening meals. The firefighters often take turns cooking. This is a fire service
tradition:
chow
The multi-story building where fire suppression training utilizing live fire with Class
A ordinary combustibles is done at the Training Academy for recruits as well as for
continued training for the Department:
class a burn building
The multi-story building where fire suppression training utilizing live fire with Class
B natural gas props is done at the Training Academy for recruits as well as for continued
training for the Department:
class b burn building
- A group of firefighters assigned to the same piece of apparatus or station: (PG. 15)
____________________________.
crew
Anyone the Fire Department comes in contact with either directly or indirectly.
Customers may be internal, within the Department, or external, outside of the
Department
customer
A piece of fire apparatus that carries hose, water and has a pump. Its primary
function on a fire is to provide water to extinguish the fire. All engine companies in the
City of Phoenix also have ALS or advanced life support capabilities:
engine company
The removal of trapped victims from smashed automobiles, equipment, or any
other place someone may be mechanically trapped. Extrication can be done with hand
tools but usually involves the use of power tools:
extrication
A firefighter or engineer who is assigned to the Training Academy to assist the
RTOs with training the Recruit Firefighters and to help Recruit Firefighters overcome
any difficulties they may be experiencing
firefighter mentor
- Forcing a door or other access point with tools or a foot in order to get inside of a
locked structure:
forcible entry
The cement area outside at the Training Academy where most hands-on training
occurs:
grinder
A clinic run by the Phoenix Fire Department that provides medical exams, fitness
evaluations, industrial injury management, infectious exposure management and many
other medical services to firefighters from across the Valley:
health center
A fund that is created at every fire station and at the Training Academy to buy
snacks, condiments, cable TV, newspaper, coffee, etcetera. Every firefighter contributes
to this fund on payday. The amount varies depending on the strength of the kitty but is
typically about $10.00 per pay period (two weeks
kitty
A gas powered circular saw used for forcible entry, extrication and ventilation.
These saw are carried on all ladder trucks, ladder tenders and squad companies. Many
engines have also begun carrying the K-12. The saw comes with three blades (wood,
metal and masonry). Most companies carry this saw with the metal blade in place to be
used for forcible entry operations
k-12 saw(rescue saw)
A piece of fire apparatus that has a large aerial ladder or platform (usually 100 feet)
and carries additional ground ladders and tools. Its primary function on a fire is to
support the fire attack by forcing entry, ventilating the structure, providing lighting,
securing the utilities, providing salvage and overhaul, and many other support functions.
Ladders companies are also responsible for extrication
ladder company
The task of connecting fire hose to a fire hydrant as the engine is driven closer to
the fire. This connects the engine to the fire hydrant for an uninterrupted water supply to
supplement the 500 gallons of water carried by PFD apparatus:
lay a line
Firefighters, after successful completion of the Training Academy, are invited to
become part of an organized Labor Union called the International Association of
Firefighters. The Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe, and Peoria Chapter are Local 493. The
Union bargains for firefighter wages and benefits and participates in all functions of the
Fire Department:
local 493
- a comprehensive program that may be accessed by any Fire Department member
to provide short-term counseling and help in times of need. The MAP can help with
drugs and alcohol, marital problems, emotional issues and family issues to name a few:
(PG. 16)
____________________________.
members assistance program
The Phoenix Fire Department Abbreviation
pfd
This is a Fire Department representative that is assigned to and specializes in the
news media. The Fire Department depends on public support and responds to
customers in the most dire of circumstances. This requires a constant flow of
information to all avenues of the media:
pio
A fire hydrant is also known as:
plug
The team each recruit is assigned to while in the Academy.
The Recruit Engine Company usually consists of 4-6 recruits and one RTO:
recruit engine company
A piece of fire apparatus that is used primarily to transport sick and injured people.
It has a two-person crew and also responds to fires where the crew is used for
manpower:
rescue company
A program the Fire Department has that allows civilians such as family, friends,
EMS personnel, and citizens, etcetera to familiarize them with what the Fire Department
does. Most riders go to the fire station, sign a waiver, and then ride with the fire
company as they respond on incidents for several hours:
ride along
Program name of how the Department’s Administration and the Local 493 interact
and develop plans and problem solve to achieve the necessary results to move the
Department forward and accomplish our goals: (
relationships by objective
A Fire Captain that is assigned to the Training Academy to train Recruits
recruit training officer
The air pack used by firefighters to breathe fresh air in smoky, oxygen deficient, or
otherwise contaminated atmospheres: (
self contained breathing apparatus
An activity that is performed on fire incidents by fire crews to systematically locate
and then remove fire victims. Rescue is always the first priority at any incident: (
search and rescue
The 24-hour period of time that a firefighter works. This is 0800 hours to 0800
hours every third day. The Phoenix Fire Department has 3 shifts (A, B and C) to provide
coverage 24 hours a day, 365 days a year: (PG. 17)
___________________________.
shift
Usually a hand tool such as an axe, sledgehammer, pike pole or other manually
operated equipment:
tool
The physical act of removing smoke from a fire involved building. Ventilation can
be performed by cutting holes in the roof, using fans, breaking windows, or using hose
lines: (PG. 17)
ventilate
The Phoenix Fire Department has several ranks for members and each rank
carries certain responsibilities. The ranks are Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Battalion
Chief/Division Chief, ___________, Assistant Chief, Executive Assistant Chief and the
Fire Chief. (PG. 18
Deputy Chief
. The Phoenix Fire Department is organized into _______ sections, which are
subdivided into divisions. These sections address the entire scope of Departmental
operations.
Five
The Sections are Human Resources, Training, Operations, Public Affairs and Fire
Prevention. An Assistant Chief leads and manages each Section. (PG. 18)
1. ______________________
2. ______________________
3. ______________________
4. ______________________
5. ______________________
human resources TRAINING OPERATIONS PUBLIC AFFAIRS FIRE PREVENTION
The __________ is responsible for the coordination and control of all the various
Sections within the Department
B. Fire Chief
The Fire Chief reports to the _________________ office and is classified by the
City as a Department Head. (PG. 18
A. City Manager’s
- All of the Assistant Chiefs report to the Fire Chief either directly or through the
_______________ Chief. (PG. 18)
Executive Assistant
- The Fire Chief also directly manages the Department’s _______ and Emergency
Transportation Services (ETS). The Deputy Chief and civilian managers in these areas
report to the Fire Chief. (PG. 18)
Budget
- _________ is responsible for all budgeting and accounting. This fiscal unit
administers and coordinates the Department’s expenditures within the authorized
operating and capital budgets. (PG. 18)
D. Budget
- ________ is responsible for billing and collecting for the Department’s ambulance
services to our customers. (PG. 18)
A. ETS
- Every transport to the hospital by one of our Rescues (ambulances) requires the
firefighter to complete a transport __________ to describe the circumstance that
required transport, and the equipment and drugs used on the patient. (PG. 18)
Ticket
- The ticket is sent to ETS where a ______ is generated for the services provided.
(PG. 18)
B. Bill
- _________________ is the service to the citizen’s for which the City charges
money. (PG. 18)
Medical Transportation
- The State of Arizona ___________________ regulates all ambulances in the State
and set the billing amounts. (PG. 18)
Department Of Health Services
- All ____________ services, public or private, must charge for their services. (PG.
18)
Ambulance
- In order to maintain our ability to provide ___________ services with our
firefighters it is imperative that the billing paperwork be completed properly by the
firefighters in the field.
Ambulance
- Wrong or incomplete information on the paperwork can cause a loss of _________
for the Department and imperil the sustainability of the ambulance service. (
Revenue
- The Executive Assistant Chief falls directly under and reports to the __________.
(PG. 19)
Fire Chief
- The ____________________ manages the Public Affairs Section of the
Department as well as the Health and Wellness Center. (PG. 19)
Executive Assistant Chief
- ______________ and Community Involvement are responsible for informing,
educating, and training Phoenix Fire Department members and the general public. (PG.
19)
Public Affairs
- This is accomplished through the Public Information Officer (PIO), the
__________________________________ (FTSU) and our own publications.
Fire Training Support Unit
- The ___________ also advises the media of important new events and
newsworthy incidents
A. PIO
Stories evolve from emergency incidents and include topics such as smoke detector usage, child car seat inspections, summer heat precautions and ___________ prevention. (PG. 19)
drowning
- These feature stories help get important messages to the public while providing an opportunity for building strong _________________. (PG. 19)
Media Relations
- The FTSU, formerly known as PFN (__________________________), is the Department’s television network. This content airs on COX cable. (PG. 19)
Phoenix Fire Network
- Department members are also trained in various areas to provide that extra level of ____________________.
Customer Service
- We provide services like car seat inspections and installation, CPR classes through the _________, school fire safety education programs as well as other very important community services to make or citizens safer in their everyday lives.
union
- The Health and Fitness Division operates a full time Health Center to provide mandatory _________ medical exams, injury evaluation, and occupational medical support. (PG. 19)
medical
- It also operates a wellness center to assist Fire Department personnel with many __________________ issues. This Division also cares for and coordinates industrial injuries sustained by the members. (PG. 19)
quality of life
- _________________ coordinates the Labor/Management negotiations process. (PG. 19)
Human Resources
Human Resources represents the City and the Department when negotiating a new contract with the Department’s various unions the largest of which is the International Association of Firefighters ______________. (PG. 19)
local 493
Contracts between the Union and the City typically have a term of _____ years and a new contract must be negotiated before the current contract expires. (PG. 19)
2
The result of these negotiations is what is called an MOU or _________________________________. The MOU spells out the wage and benefit package for the term of that contract. (PG. 19)
Memorandum Of Understanding
- The Personnel Division manages recruitment, outreach programs, and the promotional processes for ____________, Captain, and Battalion Chief.
Engineer
The Personnel staff ensures employee compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act as well as with City of Phoenix policies, Personnel Rules and Administrative Regulations and Fire Department ________ and ________. (PG. 19)
Rules And Policies
The ___________ Division also reviews all hiring and promotional practices and provides assistance to supervisors on progressive discipline, alternate dispute resolution and documentation. (P
Personnel
___________ must make sure that everyone gets paid every two weeks. (PG. 20)
Personnel
They must also insure overtime is recorded and paid, taxes are paid, raises are given, and _______________ are correct for the members. These are just a few of the jobs necessary for the Department members to receive their benefits as City employees. (PG. 20)
Leave Banks
_________________ is responsible for the purchase, testing and maintenance of the Department’s computers, GPS systems, radios, mobile computer terminals (MCTs), dispatch systems, and phones. (PG. 20)
Technical Services
technical Services also provides __________________ for computer software installation and problems.
Tech Support
- With the ________________ system that is in place here in the Valley, they must also provide all of the same support to most every other valley city as it pertains to their radio and dispatch computers systems. (PG. 20)
Automatic Aid
- The ___________ Section is responsible for all training needs for Department members. (PG. 20)
Training
The Assistant Chief of Training oversees the following sections within the Department: Operations training which includes the Command Training Center and the Training Academy, Special Operations and the Urban Search and Rescue (FEMA) team _____________________, Emergency Medical Services, and Resource Management. (PG. 20)
Arizona Task Force - 1
Battalion Training is done primarily by _________________ in conjunction with the Command Training Center, the Training Academy and many of the subject matter experts we have on the Department. (PG. 20)
Battalion 8
Battalion Training focuses on continuing education for fire companies throughout the City and can range from classroom lectures to __________________ drills. (PG. 20)
Multi-Company
The Command Training Center focuses on incident command with simulations, table-top drills, lectures and __________ speakers. (PG. 20)
Guest
Command training is ongoing and serves not only to train new and would-be ______________ and Chief Officers but to provide continuing education to current Captains and Chief Officers. (PG. 20)
Captains
The __________________ (TA) is primarily used to train new firefighters. However the TA regularly hosts companies for drills, classes and other training opportunities. (PG. 20)
Training Academy
The TA also houses the _________________ Division whose function is to train new and perspective drivers of Department vehicles, provide training for drivers who have been involved in accidents and to provide continuing education to our drivers. (PG. 20)
Drivers Training
Special Operations manages two major types of day-to-day specialty response. These are ___________________ and ___________________. (PG 20.)
A. Hazardous Materials Response And Technical Rescue
Technical Rescue covers confined space rescue, swift water rescue, heavy rescue, high angle rescue, tree rescue and __________ rescue. (PG. 20)
trench
Special Operations also provides initial and _____________ training for hazmat and technical rescue technicians throughout the Valley. (PG. 20)
On-going
- In response to several major domestic disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) established a national network of ______________________________________(USAR) Task Force Teams. (PG. 21)
Urban Search And Rescue
One of those teams is located in Phoenix and is composed primarily of Phoenix Fire Department members, most of whom are ____________________ team members. (PG. 21)
Special Operations
- The team has responded to _________, the Oklahoma City bombing, the Northridge, CA earthquake, hurricanes Katrina, Rita as well as two other hurricanes. (PG. 21)
9-11
The team was also deployed to stand-by for the _____________ in Atlanta, GA and Salt Lake City, UT. (PG. 21)
Olympics
- _______________________________ (EMS) is responsible for the continuing education training for all of the Department’s paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) as well as the initial training program for paramedics. (PG. 21
Emergency Medical Services
The staff tracks and records all training in order to allow the members to remain current in their respective certifications each of which require specific ____________________ classes and classroom hours in order to stay current and provide the best level of emergency medical care to the customers we serve. (PG. 21)
Continuing Education
EMS also works closely with area _______________ and other health care facilities to enhance the long standing working relationships the Department has developed throughout the community. (PG. 21
Hospitals
- No Fire Department could provide their customers with the necessary level of emergency service without significant ____________. (PG. 21)
Support
. _____________ Management manages the purchasing and warehousing of commodities for the Department. (PG. 21)
Resource
The staff utilizes standing contracts or internal __________________ to procure supplies. (PG. 21)
Purchase
The City’s centralized Purchasing Department processes __________ purchases. (PG. 21)
Larger
All Fire Department purchases are delivered to ____________ Management. (PG. 21)
Resource
. ___________ Management designs, coordinates, builds and maintains all of the Phoenix Fire Department Facilities. (PG. 21)
Facilities
With about _____ fire stations and various other buildings spread over more than 520 square miles, this is a critical task. (PG. 21)
58
- The Phoenix Fire Department manages a fleet of over _____ vehicles and their equipment – including engines, ladders, rescues, ladder tenders, squads, command vehicles, support vehicles, staff vehicles, and specialized apparatus.
400
- Fleet Management provides for the purchase, outfitting, servicing, repair and ______ for every piece of apparatus utilized by the Department. (PG. 21)
A. Fuel
he four primary emergency service delivery vehicles are Engines, Ladders, Squads, and _________. (PG. 21)
Rescues
An Engine, also known in Phoenix as a __________, transports four or five firefighters, water, hose, medical equipment, firefighting tools, and a pump to the scene. (PG. 21)
Pumper
Ladders transport ______ or _______ firefighters, firefighting tools, medical equipment, and a ladder or aerial device that allows firefighters to reach the upper floors and roofs of buildings. (PG. 22
Four Or Five
