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Polices bottom to top Flashcards

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<p>Paramedic development class is how many hours?</p>

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<p>80 hrs</p>

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<p>Best practices from the FIRE CQI side are submited to who?</p>

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<p>Deputy chief of operations</p>

<p></p>

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<p>EMS CQI reportable events should not be confused with what other reports?</p>

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<p>an IRE or DRE</p>

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<p>What are the DCs responsibilty for property damage/ injury reports?</p>

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<p>ensure all documentaion is accurate and complete</p>

<p>Inital report indicating the report id complete</p>

<p>Ensure discipline</p>

<p>foward all documentation to the training and safety divsion</p>

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<p>Who can be assigned portions of the property damage/ injury report?</p>

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<p>Lt</p>

<p>operational captain</p>

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<p>who is notified if the BC is unreacable for property loss or damage?</p>

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<p>FOO</p>

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<p>who amd when are notified when a unit is involved with property damage but the vehicle does not sustain damage?</p>

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<p>BC prior to leaving scene</p>

<p>immediately</p>

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<p>Future updates to the property damage and injury policy is the responibily of who?</p>

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<p>Division Chief of safety and training</p>

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<p>completed professional developmetn forms are fowarded to who and how?</p>

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<p>complaince offcer</p>

<p>electronically</p>

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<p>The employee with meet with who to discuss progress of a proffesional development plan?</p>

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<p>supervisor and DC</p>

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<p>who creates the professional development plan?</p>

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<p>Batallion command staff</p>

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<p>who notifies the communcications center that thir station is OOS for a safe place incident?</p>

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<p>Lt or operational captain</p>

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<p>who shall provide the teen with a safe enviornment ?</p>

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<p>Lt or operational captain</p>

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<p>In what situations can parents attempt to regain custody of a newborn?</p>

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<p>no signs of physical abuse</p>

<p>parents state of mind</p>

<p>can contact the selected hospital</p>

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<p>The safe haven prgram is based on what statue?</p>

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<p>Florida</p>

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<p>Vehicle accident reports with occupants who are denying injures will have their demographic information completed in which program?</p>

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<p>ePCR</p>

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<p>who is responsible for designating who will complete the data entry for a fire report?</p>

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<p>Highest ranking IC</p>

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<p>the logbook in reagrds to the controlled substances policy is also known as ?</p>

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<p>record keeping binder</p>

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<p>Who is responsible for determing workers compensation coverage?</p>

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<p>OHC</p>

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<p>Who contacts the hospital ICC to verify source patient testing?</p>

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<p>Exposure control officer</p>

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<p>For and exposure, when must the employee report to OHC?</p>

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<p>immediately or next business day if occured after business hours</p>

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<p>who enters injury tracking data information into the computer database?</p>

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<p>Training and safety division</p>

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<p>If hospitalization of an employee is required who is required to complete the required forms?</p>

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<p>Risk management</p>

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<p>who assists the employee in completing the appropriate dept of labor forms for processing medical claims?</p>

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<p>OHC</p>

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<p>When does the employee report to the OHC after an injury?</p>

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<p>ASAP or within 48hrs.</p>

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<p>when an employee is transported to the hosptial who is responsible completed paperwork</p>

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<p>BC</p>

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<p>who approves workers compensation?</p>

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<p>OHC</p>

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<p>who adjusts leave types for an injury?</p>

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<p>Payroll section</p>

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<p>who is responsible for their employees safe working performance and environment?</p>

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<p>Each supervisor</p>

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<p>work related injures and incidents is inclusive of ?</p>

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<p>employeees</p>

<p>Reservists performing offical duites.</p>

<p></p>

<p>DOES NOT APPLY TO CADETS</p>

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<p>Who determines is the PBSO bomb squad is required?</p>

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<p>Fire investigator</p>

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<p>examples of undetermed cause for a fire and fire investigator response are:</p>

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<p>Fire sprinkler activation</p>

<p>overcrowding</p>

<p>when the IC determines a significant life safety issue</p>

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<p>What is the age for observers?</p>

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<p>18</p>

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<p>who initiates a meeting with the involved supervisory staff to ascertain the need for an investigation?</p>

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<p>Division Chief of operations</p>

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<p>DREs are handled by the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and notifies the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_</p>

<p>via \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ before the end of the day.</p>

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<p>BC</p>

<p>DC</p>

<p>email</p>

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<p>Who are the complaint forms fowarded to by the end of the day ?</p>

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<p>Divison chiefof operations</p>

<p>DC's</p>

<p>internal affairs</p>

<p>Litigation officer</p>

<p>EMS CQI</p>

<p>FIRE CQI</p>

<p>safety committee</p>

<p></p>

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<p>who initiates the primary investigation for an IRE</p>

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<p>BC or supervisor</p>

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<p>the documents generated in a customer complaint are refered to as?</p>

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<p>Inquiry logs</p>

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<p>once discipline is warrented or may a the result during a customer complaint who should be consulted?</p>

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<p>DC or supervisor</p>

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<p>who does the administrative secretary or FOO contact after a complaint tracking number is issued?</p>

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<p>Deputy chief and or Division chief supervisor</p>

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<p>What are the 4 possible outcomes from EMS CQI?</p>

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<p>System Faults</p>

<p>lessons learned</p>

<p>remedial training</p>

<p>CQI officer level</p>

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<p>What are the FIRE CQI Areas (4)</p>

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<p>Fire CQI</p>

<p>Fire CQI committee</p>

<p>Fire CQI Studies</p>

<p>FIRE CQI Best practicea</p>

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<p>what are the EMS CQI areas(7)?</p>

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<p>EMS CQI reportable events</p>

<p>EMS excellence awards</p>

<p>EMS CQI committee</p>

<p>EMS CQI studies and goals</p>

<p>EMS CQI Surveys</p>

<p>EMS CQI best practices</p>

<p>EMS CQI Hospital outcomes</p>

<p></p>

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Who is responsible for checking completeness of fire reports and notifies who how and by when?

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BCVia email to captainChanges completed by end of next shift

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Who is responsible for completing all fire related pages?

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Individual with the most knowledge of the incidentr

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<p>With regards to reporting, what are code numbers identified as “FIres”?</p>

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<p>100-173</p>

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What is the minimum time for logs and records with regards to controlled substances kept?

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2 years

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<p>inspection of controlled substances includes?</p>

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<p>medication condition</p>

<p>NDC</p>

<p>lot number</p>

<p>expiration date</p>

<p>cointainer breakage</p>

<p>alteration</p>

<p>tampering</p>

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<p>who contacts to State Bureau of standanrds and training for reportable events?</p>

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<p>FOO with authorization by DC</p>

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<p>how far in advance should paperwork for students/ observers be completed?</p>

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<p>3 weeks</p>

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<p>what is the time frame for completing a customer complant file and by who?</p>

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<p>30 days</p>

<p>DC / Supervisor</p>

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<p>the investigative material fro an IRE has to be sent when?</p>

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<p>ASAP during normal business hours</p>

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<p>Who delivers all investigative material for an IRE?</p>

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<p>DC to the Division chief of operations</p>

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<p>A serious injury not requiring state notification get reported to who and within how many hours</p>

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<p>OHC and 4 hours</p>

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<p>Minimum par levels with controlled Substances can be found where?</p>

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<p>PBC portal/ PBCFR/medical services under the quick link- Controlled substances minimum quantities.</p>

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<p>Where can the<u><strong> "Running "</strong></u> par level for a controlled substance for each unit be found?</p>

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<p>Front cover of the units controlled substance logbook<br></br>And<br></br>EMS captains logbook</p>

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<p>Who sets the running par level at the battalion for controlled substances?</p>

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<p>The EMS captain.</p>

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<p>Definition of a “PAR” level?</p>

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<p>The “ideal quantity of each controlled substance carried by a unit in order to maintain sufficient operations.</p>

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<p>How are the collected expired controlled substances handled?</p>

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<p>Hand delivered to an authorized member of the medical services division for proper disposal.</p>

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<p>How are expired controlled substances handled by the unit?</p>

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<p>Unit gives the expired medication to the EMS captain and records “Expired” in the logbook for the case #</p>

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<p>Disposal, Destruction of controlled substances are handled how by a unit?</p>

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<p>Draw upon Unused medication and dispose of it “as directed by the medical services division,.<br></br>Record disposal in log book using 2 different employees.</p>

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<p>If theft or loss of a controlled substance from the EMS captains stock- how is it handled?</p>

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<p>The same as a unit loss except the EMS captain contacts the division chief of medical services 1st.</p>

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<p>H ow are lost or stolen controlled substances handled from a unit?</p>

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<p>Notification to the EMS captain<br></br>Property loss form and tracking number <br></br>Law Enforcement report attached<br></br>EMS captain then to notify the Division chief of medical services<br></br>EMS captain to Ensure all paperwork is completed</p>

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<p>Damage from the EMS captains stock are handled how?</p>

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<p>Notification to Chief of medical services <br></br>Property loss and tracking number</p>

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<p>Damage of a controlled substance from a a unit is handled how?</p>

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<p>Notification t o the EMS captain <br></br>Property loss form and tracking number<br></br>“Broken/ damaged” written in the case# spot<br></br>The EMS captain notifies the division chief of medical services</p>

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<p>Distribution of controlled substances from the EMS captain to a unit are signing in what spaces in the book?</p>

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<p>EMS captain signs Given/ Issued by and Unit sign received by section .</p>

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<p>One a controlled substance is removed from the container how long till it needs to be re-sealed?</p>

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<p>Immediately following or as soon as reasonably possible</p>

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<p>How are UNexplained discrepancies handled for the EMS captains stock?</p>

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<p>Notification to the division chief of medical services</p>

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<p>How are UNexplained discrepancies handled for a unit?</p>

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<p>Notification to the EMS captain and EMS captain contact the Division chief of medical services</p>

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<p>How are explained discrepancies handled with controlled substances?</p>

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<p>Report to Lt or operational captain <br></br>Single line strike though with initials next to change</p>

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<p>How long before the expiration date are crews to notify the EMS captain that the controlled substance is about to expire?</p>

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<p>7 days</p>

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<p>What shall be recorded on the controlled substance inventory log?</p>

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<p>Total amount in Mg, MCG, etc<br></br>NDC or Lot number <br></br>Expiration date</p>

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<p>IF trauma hawk is taken out of service where are the controlled substances kept?</p>

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<p>In a department issued lockable safe</p>

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<p>If the paramedic who signed the controlled substance log can longer keep possession and no relief is available who do they go to?</p>

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<p>Lieutenant or operational captain or designee</p>

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<p>When must controlled substances be inventoried?</p>

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<p>Begin and end of shift<br></br>Custody change<br></br>When locked tag seal is changed</p>

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<p>What kind of lock can be used for the EMS captains Storage container of controlled substances?</p>

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<p>Key, coded, or biometric lock</p>

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<p>Special events , dignitary details with regard to controlled substances are handled how?</p>

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<p>Receive written authorization from the division chief of medical services or designee.</p>

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<p>Who are responsible for the accurate inventory, distribution, transfer, documentation, and record keeping of all controlled substances on a unit?</p>

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<p>All department protocoled Paramedics assigned to a unit.</p>

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<p>Incidents identified by the EMS CQI officer level containing an EMS CQI reportable event are handled how?</p>

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<p>Emailed to the appropriate EMS captain to be handled.</p>

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<p>MInor CQI errors include?</p>

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<p>Spelling or topographical errors<br></br>TIme delays without patient harm <br></br>Lack of detail <br></br>Intracranial- report inconsistencies <br></br>Protocol deviation without patient harm or potential.</p>

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<p>EMS CQI Reportable events are?</p>

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<p>Airway or ventilation issues or errors<br></br>Electrical therapy issues or error<br></br>Deviation from EMS protocols with out justification <br></br>Advanced procedure issues or errors:<br></br> Paralytic use, pleural decompression, Cricothyrotomy<br></br>Repetitive minor issues that cannot be resolved on a supervisor level<br></br>Any other issue or error that causes harm or has significant potential to do so.</p>

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<p>What are the common means of reporting CQI events?</p>

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<p>Field personnel vis chain of command<br></br>Reportable events<br></br>Hospitals via complaint as a performance improvement process<br></br>Patients vis a complaint to the agency</p>

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<p>Reportable adverse, near miss, or errors are sent to who?</p>

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<p>EMS CQI officer</p>

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<p>PerCQI, an ERROR is defined as?</p>

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<p>Failure of a planned action to be completed as intended or the use of a wrong plan to achieve an aim</p>

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<p>Per CQI, A near miss is defined as?</p>

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<p>Incident that had the potential to harm a patient as a result of care rendered by EMS personnel BUT DID NOT actually harm the patient.</p>

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<p>Per CQI and Adverse event is defines as ?</p>

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<p>Incident causing injury or other medical condition to a patient as a result of treatment rendered by EMS personnel.</p>

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<p>Extensions for paramedic probation are ?</p>

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<p>Done by the EMS captain and documented on a professional development form for an additional 18 shifts.<br></br>If the extension period is still less than satisfactory then the EMS captain. Recommends the person be referred to the medical services division and medical director for further evaluation.<br></br><br></br>All documentation to be sent to the compliance officer</p>

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<p>Paramedic probation consists of:</p>

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<p>18 shiftsprobation period which can me ended at any time with an EMS captains approval.<br></br>Memorandum with task book to be sent from the EMS captain to the compliance officer</p>

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<p>IF an employee fails the PDC entrance exam what happens?</p>

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<p>Returned to shift as soon as possible<br></br>Cannot re try until next scheduled PDC<br></br>IF the employee fails the 2nd time- must wait 24 month before applying again.</p>

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<p>The Paramedic development entrance exam includes?</p>

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<p>ON the first day completing a written test at 80% or above</p>

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<p>Evaluation material for the paramedic development course include what?</p>

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<p>Medical protocols<br></br>EMS related SOGs<br></br>Exposure control manual<br></br>PDC skill sheets<br></br>Pharmacology <br></br>ECG interpretation <br></br>Scenario based assessments on Praxctical application of protocols and or patient assessment</p>

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<p>What are the requirements to get into the Paramedic development course?</p>

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<p>Current ACLS card<br></br>Current state of Florida or National paramedic certification <br></br>Complete sign off skill sheets<br></br>Complete IV skill sheet</p>

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<p>How are new employees selected for the paramedic development course?</p>

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<p>Based on Senority</p>

94
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<p>The Paramedic Development course is for?</p>

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<p>New employees and <br></br>Those needing remediation</p>

95
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<p>What is the purpose of paramedic development?</p>

A

<p>Provide a uniform process for new employees attempting to work as a paramedic<br></br><br></br>Address development for paramedics requiring remediation</p>

96
Q

<p>After securing the malfunctioning stretcher- Where does the item get reported to ?</p>

A

<p>Assetworks as a HIGH priority</p>

97
Q

<p>What has to be “Clearly” written on the tag for a stretcher malfunction?</p>

A

<p>OUT OF SERVICE- DO NOT USE</p>

98
Q

<p>Stretcher malfunctions are handled how?</p>

A

<p>Render appropriate treatment <br></br>Call for an additional rescue<br></br>Call for an EMS captain <br></br>Take the rescue out of service <br></br>Sequester stretcher at battalion HQ<br></br>Label the stretcher “Out of Service- do not use”<br></br>Place in assetworks as a “HIGH probity”<br></br>Report incident to Central shop and CQI</p>

99
Q

<p>Incidents involving bodily injury sustained by the pubic at a fire rescue facility what happens?</p>

A

<p>Render appropriate treatment <br></br>Notify the communications center<br></br>Officers to notify the battalion chief</p>

100
Q

<p>Who is notified via email once a property damage tracking number is pulled ?</p>

A

<p>Training and safety division <br></br>ALL Deputy Chiefs<br></br>ALL Division chiefs<br></br>ALL District chiefs<br></br>ALL Battalion chiefs<br></br>Risk management</p>

101
Q

<p>Documentation for Property loss, damage, or theft includes?</p>

A

<p>Property and liability report<br></br>Employee statements<br></br>Law enforcement report if necessary <br></br>Photographs with digital color<br></br>Property damage tracking number</p>

102
Q

<p>Where can phone numbers for contacting parties be found?</p>

A

<p>Fire Rescue intranet (share point) under phone list</p>

103
Q

<p>When damage does occur from a fire rescue vehicle and DOES NOT sustain damage who is notified?</p>

A

<p>Battalion chief</p>

104
Q

<p>Property and damage reports are defined as?</p>

A

<p>Damage to fore rescue property and or property belonging to the members of the public. NOT RESULTING FROM A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.</p>

105
Q

<p>What is the maximum amount of time allotted for professional development remediation?</p>

A

<p>Maximum 18 shifts</p>

106
Q

<p>Where do completed professional development forms get submitted to ?</p>

A

<p>The compliance officer electronically</p>

107
Q

<p>What is considered successful professional development?</p>

A

<p>Acceptable job performance as described within the plan</p>

108
Q

<p>Professional development needs assessments include:</p>

A

<p>Additional research in the questionable subject<br></br>Reading combined with per and post assessments<br></br>Attendance on training sessions<br></br>Performance training and evaluations<br></br>Attendance at courses provided by vendors <br></br>Other</p>

109
Q

<p>Where is professional development form submitted ?</p>

A

<p>To the affected employees battalion chief</p>

110
Q

<p>Who can complete a Professional development form ?</p>

A

<p>Any employee</p>

111
Q

<p>If an employee is having training issues how should it be documented?</p>

A

<p>On a professional development form</p>

112
Q

<p>Expired medications shall not be held in quarantine for more than?</p>

A

<p>30 days</p>

113
Q

<p>Medical supply warehouse record keeping inventory items are stored where?</p>

A

<p>On the “G:” drive in the support services folder</p>

114
Q

<p>Under the safe place law, when should law enforcement be contacted?</p>

A

<p>1. Child is followed by and angry parent to the fire station<br></br>2.Abuse is ssuspected<br></br>3. Suicidal/ homicidal <br></br>4. Teen is hallucinating and out of control</p>

115
Q

<p>Who gets notified for a Safe place incident?</p>

A

<p>The communications center and that the a unit is OOS until a Safe harbor representative arrives.</p>

116
Q

<p>How does the newborn infant get entered in the PCR if it is unclear the safe haven law?</p>

A

<p>“Safe Haven Baby”</p>

117
Q

<p>Who get notified when a newborn infant is surrendered at a fire station?</p>

A

<p>PIO</p>

118
Q

<p>Under the safe haven law, Law enforcement should not be contacted unless?</p>

A

<p>Signs of physical abuse are present at the time of surrender.</p>

119
Q

<p>Parents under the “Safe Haven “ law can regain custody as longs as what?</p>

A

<p>The infant shows no signs of abuse</p>

120
Q

<p>Under the “Safe Haven “ parents may not be pursued unless?</p>

A

<p>The parents are seeking to reclaim the new born infant</p>

121
Q

<p>What is the difference between “Safe Haven” and “Safe Place”</p>

A

<p>Safe haven is referencing new borns<br></br>Safe Place is for teenagers</p>

122
Q

<p>The definition of a newborn to be left at a fire station is defined as?</p>

A

<p>7 days old or less left by the parent</p>

123
Q

<p>EMS captains responsibility post significant exposure are?</p>

A

<p>Make sure exposed employee requests patient source testing at the hospital<br></br>Consult with the ER physician <br></br>Notify the exposure control officer during normal hours unless employee receives post exposure treatment-<br></br> Then have the communications center page the control officer at any time</p>

124
Q

<p>Measures to be taken immediately after a significant exposure?</p>

A

<p>Clean the wound<br></br>Notify the EMS captain<br></br>Accompany the source patient to the hospital <br></br>Fill out the hospitals exposure log book using the Case number <br></br>Report to the OHC immediately or the next business day<br></br>Discontinue and treatment after being notified by the OHC of a negative result.</p>

125
Q

<p>Significant exposures are defined as and are what type?</p>

A

<p>Exposure through a needle stick , sharps to the following body fluids:<br></br><br></br>Blood or and body fluid containing visible blood<br></br>Semen<br></br>Vaginal secretions<br></br>CSF<br></br>Synovial fluid<br></br>Peritoneal fluid<br></br>Plueral fluid <br></br>Pericardial fluid<br></br>Amniotic fluid.<br></br>Body fluids to mucus membranes <br></br>Chapped or a braided skin<br></br>Exposure to Airborne contagions</p>

126
Q

<p>The exposure control manual provides information on 5 areas. What are they?</p>

A

<p>Risk<br></br>Prevention<br></br>Determination<br></br>Care and cleaning<br></br>Biomedical waste</p>

127
Q

<p>All medication errors and immediate and delayed outcomes for errors gets reported to who?</p>

A

<p>EMS captain</p>

128
Q

<p>What are the 6 rights to medications?</p>

A

<p>Right Patient<br></br>Right medication <br></br>Right Dose<br></br>Right Route<br></br>Right time and Frequency<br></br>Right indication</p>

129
Q

<p>Where are adulterated or expired medications kept?</p>

A

<p>In a designated “quarantine “ are within the supply closets.</p>

130
Q

<p>Rotations of medications are to happen on what day ? AND who is responsible the inspection ?</p>

A

<p>On the first day of each month and the operational captain or designee</p>

131
Q

<p>Storing of medication on the rescue truck need to be kept at what temperature?</p>

A

<p>65-80 degrees Fahrenheit</p>

132
Q

<p>Storing of medications in the station supply room are to be kept at what temperature?</p>

A

<p>70-75 degrees</p>

133
Q

<p>Battalion level procurement of equipment will go through who?</p>

A

<p>Medical supplies warehouse.</p>

134
Q

<p>Fire rescue has an agreement with who for purchasing all pharmaceutical supplies and medications?</p>

A

<p>Health care district of Palm beach county.</p>

135
Q

<p>Security of all medical supplies applies to what type?</p>

A

<p>All non controlled substances , medications, fluids , and medical equipment.</p>

136
Q

<p>What information is to be entered on a level 1 or 2 MCI?</p>

A

<p>Name<br></br>DOB<br></br>Phone number <br></br>Brief narrative</p>

137
Q

<p>How does a reservist get entered in the causality page?</p>

A

<p>RESERVE1 is the ID number<br></br>PBCFR is the first name<br></br>RESERVIST was the last name</p>

138
Q

<p>What information is needed to finalize a medical report?</p>

A

<p>“Report author”<br></br>HIPPA or PPA signed<br></br>Signature of patient or witness<br></br>“Transfer of care “ by hospital staff<br></br>MRN<br></br>Any students or observers must be listed.</p>

139
Q

<p>Who can enter information on a medical report?</p>

A

<p>Any crew member as ;long as it’s consistent with the authors level of training and certification.</p>

140
Q

<p>Report writing will be in accordance with which type of code?</p>

A

<p>“Dispatched code”</p>

141
Q

<p>If the reporting system is down how shall the incident report be documented?</p>

A

<p>Should be documented on the a “field report”</p>

142
Q

<p>What is the time frame employees can be held to complete target solutions and other identified training?</p>

A

<p>1 week</p>

143
Q

<p>For employees returning to full duty who must clearance be obtained from other than the OHC/?</p>

A

<p>Compliance officer and training division.</p>

144
Q

<p>When must an employee be required to complete a medical exam and fitness assessment?</p>

A

<p>Prior to returning to full duty from any injury or illness or any leave greater than 6 months</p>

145
Q

<p>If allows to return to work with the BCs permission when must the employee go,to the OHC for clearance?</p>

A

<p>Before the next work day</p>

146
Q

<p>If an employee cannot,obtain clearance to return to work because the OHC is closed what happens?</p>

A

<p>The BC MAY allow the employees to return to work if not I’ll and without limitations but must still receive clearance from the OHC before <u><strong>Their</strong></u>next day</p>

147
Q

<p>What is the order for clearance by the OHC prior to returning to work?</p>

A

<p>Obtain the day before returning to work and if unable notify the BC/supervisor they are reporting to,the OHC for clearance .</p>

148
Q

<p>Responsibility for,returning to work is who’s?</p>

A

<p>The employee to notify the BC/ supervisor</p>

149
Q

<p>Clearance from the OHC prior to returning to work must of,had what types of conditions?</p>

A

<p>1.work related injury that resulted in being off duty from WC or LD<br></br><br></br>2. Out patient surgery or hospitalization</p>

150
Q

<p>How often is injury tracking analyzed</p>

A

<p>On a quarterly basis</p>

151
Q

<p>Injury tracking is entered by who ? And then forwarded to who?</p>

A

<p>Training and safety division <br></br><br></br>Wellness coordinator</p>

152
Q

<p>Employees with work related injuries must be cleared by the OHC before what?</p>

A

<p>Traveling out of the area.</p>

153
Q

<p>Notification of a serious injury meeting criteria for the state gets reported to who and when?</p>

A

<p>Bureau of,fire standards and training- FF Safety and health section within 4 hours.</p>

154
Q

<p>When does notification of an injury need to,be reported to the state?</p>

A

<p>1.one or more FF are hospitalized for,more than 24hrs<br></br><br></br>2.LODD<br></br><br></br>3.serious injury related to an equipment failure.</p>

155
Q

<p>What are the options for a minor injury requiring treatment?</p>

A

<p>1.shall report to the OHC for further evaluation<br></br><br></br>2.if OHC is closed then may go to the nearest hospital or wait till OHC opens.</p>

156
Q

<p>An example of injury while wearing PPE would be?</p>

A

<p>Burns to the hands while wearing gloves.</p>

157
Q

<p>Who fills,out report for minor injuries and where does it go?</p>

A

<p>Immediate supervisor and forwarded to BC</p>

158
Q

<p>Who and where does PPE go if an injury occurs on an emergency incident?</p>

A

<p>BC secures PPE and training AMS safety division</p>

159
Q

<p>What must the employee have in order to go to the OHC?</p>

A

<p>A completed employee injury /illness report. Form FRH-302</p>

160
Q

<p>What type of work related injuries must be reported?</p>

A

<p>All injuries no matter how minor</p>

161
Q

<p>For which of the following fire investigatory incidents shall a Fire investigator be contacted via radio or cell phone?</p>

A

<p>Juvenile related incidents.</p>

162
Q

<p>Definition of Juvenile related incidents for fire investigation?</p>

A

<p>Suspected to be the result of juvenile involvement in the ignition process</p>

163
Q

<p>Definition of Accidential fire with substantial monetary loss or structural damage?</p>

A

<p>Monetary fire loss of $70,000 or structural damage exceeding 20%<br></br><br></br>Any suspicious or crime related incident regardless of dollar value.</p>

164
Q

<p>Loss of life/ injury definition for fire investigator call out?</p>

A

<p>Fire or explosion related deaths<br></br>Fire or explosion related injuries which require transport by FR.</p>

165
Q

<p>Evidence that a fire is suspicious in nature or crime related means:</p>

A

<p>Incendiary fires/ explosive devices<br></br>Firebombs<br></br>Stolen vehicles<br></br>Burglaries</p>

166
Q

<p>When must a fire investigator be called?</p>

A

<p>1. Fire is suspicious or crime related-<br></br>2.Loss of injury or life<br></br>3.accidental fire w/ substantial monetary loss or structural damage.<br></br><br></br>4. Juvenile related incidents<br></br>5.Explosive devices/ explosion<br></br>6. Undetermined</p>

167
Q

<p>How is a fire investigator requested?</p>

A

<p>The IC requests through the communications center.</p>

168
Q

<p>Who is responsible for securing and maintaining scene integrity for a fire investigation?</p>

A

<p>Operations personnel. Not LE</p>

169
Q

<p>Who has the responsibility to call for a fire investigator?</p>

A

<p>IC</p>

170
Q

<p>Students will arrive at ride time with what equipment?</p>

A

<p>Stethoscope <br></br>Eye protection<br></br>Respiratory protection<br></br>Clinical and skills documentation able to perform.<br></br>Copy of state EMT and BLS cards.</p>

171
Q

<p>Guidelines for Operational Capt and Lt with Students/ observers?</p>

A

<p>Let to obtain proper paperwork for student<br></br><br></br>Safe place to observe with seat belt<br></br><br></br>Introduce person to others in the station<br></br><br></br>Familiarity with apparatus<br></br><br></br>Log person in station logbook <br></br><br></br>Log person on ePCR’s for calls and treatments performed</p>

172
Q

<p>Observer dress code is:</p>

A

<p>White shirt- SS or LS<br></br>Black, dark blue pants<br></br>Black closed shoes w/ dark socks</p>

173
Q

<p>What is the dress code for Student riders?</p>

A

<p>Designated uniform by training facility <br></br>Badge or other identifying means</p>

174
Q

<p>If a student or observers ride time is terminated who is then notified?</p>

A

<p>Deputy chief of operations is notified.</p>

175
Q

<p>Who may terminate a student or observers ride time?</p>

A

<p>Operational Captain <br></br>EMS captain <br></br>BC or DC</p>

176
Q

<p>Upon arrival the student or observer MUST report to who?</p>

A

<p>Operational captain and then paired with the LT.</p>

177
Q

<p>Observers unable to keep ride times:</p>

A

<p>MUST notify the recruitment and human resource development officer in advance.</p>

178
Q

<p>Students unable to keep ride times :</p>

A

<p>MUST notify the clinical coordinator of their facility in advance<br></br><br></br>And coordinator MUST notify the recruitment and human resource development officer</p>

179
Q

<p>The preferred location for observers to ride is:</p>

A

<p>Battalion HQ’s unless otherwise specified in the approval process.</p>

180
Q

<p>Observers paperwork differs from students in one way?</p>

A

<p>Application signed by FR HIPPA compliance officer</p>

181
Q

<p>Who may ride as an observer?</p>

A

<p>Local Dr’s, nurses, PA’s, Nurse practitioners, and other medical students or professionals.<br></br><br></br>EMT’s or paramedics with other local agencies from their chief on letterhead<br></br><br></br>Individuals seeking employee or are in training <br></br><br></br>Others approved by the fire rescue administrator and FR HIPPA compliance officer</p>

182
Q

<p>What forms are required by students to ride - legal documents?</p>

A

<p>Copy of Student/ observer ride time<br></br><br></br>Release of Liability and covenant not to sue. <br></br><br></br>Indemnification agreement<br></br><br></br>HIPPA confidentiality agreement<br></br> <br></br>Insurance coverage</p>

183
Q

<p>Students may ride at what times?</p>

A

<p>School Students: 0700-1600<br></br>EMR students only 0900-1600</p>

184
Q

<p>prior to riding, First time students on ride alongs must provide the following items:</p>

A

<p>Written verification of name, year/ class and status in program.<br></br><br></br>Background check and criminal hx<br></br><br></br>Written verification of. Proficiency in BSI<br></br><br></br>Have stethoscope, eye protection, mask and fit tested.<br></br><br></br>Written confirmation of vaccinations<br></br><br></br>Written verification of skill proficiency</p>

185
Q

<p>Limitations of Student riders?</p>

A

<p>Only perform or assist in activities where proficiency has been verified by training facility.<br></br><br></br>No riding alone with pt’s in pt compartment<br></br><br></br>Logged in station log book<br></br><br></br>Wear uniform that training facility has issued<br></br><br></br>Not subject to duties outside of agreement</p>

186
Q

<p>Definition of Student in regards to ride times?</p>

A

<p>Enrolled in an education program at an accredited facility that has an agreement with fire rescue. <br></br>To include: EMT and paramedic programs<br></br> Emergency medical responder<br></br> Training programs at secondary school of palm beach county.</p>

187
Q

<p>Who can participate in ride alongs ?</p>

A

<p>Students and observers</p>

188
Q

<p>Who is responsible completing and submitting the DRE form and where does it go?</p>

A

<p>First person to report event and uploaded to sharepoint.</p>

189
Q

<p>A “DRE” is defined as:</p>

A

<p>Events that occur during emergency calls, training, pub ed, emergency or non emergency situations:<br></br><br></br>Potential to cause harm<br></br>Equipment failure that had potential but did not.</p>

190
Q

<p>Who can place an unit OOS for an IRE?</p>

A

<p>BC or equivalent supervisor</p>

191
Q

<p>For expediency of an IRE notification is made how?</p>

A

<p>By telephone or face to face to the BC.</p>

192
Q

<p>An IRE is reported immediately to whom?</p>

A

<p>Supervisor</p>

193
Q

<p>An IRE is defined as:<br></br>With regards to any Citizen, patient, fire rescue personnel:</p>

A

<p>1. Harm caused by action or inaction <br></br>2. Caused by equipment failure<br></br>3. Immoral, unethical , or illegal action<br></br>4. Cause for litigation<br></br>5. Poltically sensitive<br></br>6. Media scrutinization</p>

194
Q

<p>Reportable events are defined as:</p>

A

<p>An occurrence during emergency calls, training, pub ed, emergency or non emergency situations</p>

195
Q

<p>Customer complaints concerning communication center go to who?</p>

A

<p>Communications center supervisor</p>

196
Q

<p>Customer complaints with regards to matters of fire safety are ha fled by?</p>

A

<p>Community risk reduction and notification to DC or BC</p>

197
Q

<p>Customer complaints regarding fire safety includes what types?</p>

A

<p>Codes<br></br>Overcrowding <br></br>Parking in fire lanes</p>

198
Q

<p>Who holds the records for citizens complaints and inquiries?</p>

A

<p>Fire rescue administrative secretary</p>

199
Q

<p>Who gets contacted with finding of an investigation with regards to citizens complaints?</p>

A

<p>DC get contacted for findings of Citizens complaints</p>

200
Q

<p>When are statements with regards to citizens complaints necessary?</p>

A

<p>Statements are needed :<br></br><br></br>1. Damage or loss of property<br></br>2. Poor treatment<br></br>3. Patient wishes- ie. Not securing residence or wrong transport location<br></br>4. When the officer needs statements</p>

201
Q

<p>What is a customer complaint?</p>

A

<p>Misconduct<br></br>Taking of property of value <br></br>Dissatisfaction with policy or procedures</p>

202
Q

<p>What is a customer inquiry?</p>

A

<p>Inquiry - Request for information -<br></br>Lost item<br></br>Securing property<br></br>Gratitude<br></br>Obtain inform</p>

<p>GIS</p>

<p>Gratitude</p>

<p>Information</p>

<p>Securing property</p>

203
Q

<p>How is the 1st notification made in the chain of command for complaints?</p>

A

<p>Verbally to the DC or supervisor. <br></br>If not available then BC.for the complaints battalion.</p>

204
Q

<p>Who is allowed to take or contact the complaint?</p>

A

<p>Lieutenant or higher officer</p>

205
Q

<p>Who is the clearinghouse for citizens complaints?</p>

A

<p>Operations and administrative services</p>

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