Roles and Responsibilities -Engineer

Question 0

How often shall all motorized equipment be started and operated to verify functionality?

Answer 0

At the beginning of each shift

Question 1

Fluid Levels such as Oil, antifreeze, transmission, and brake shall be checked?

Answer 1

Appropriate intervals

Question 2

Who is able to delegate some of the Engineers responsibilities to company firefighters?

Answer 2

Officers

Question 3

Fire apparatus operators shall not surrender or loan any department property without first receiving authorization through the chain of command from the on-duty

Answer 3

Shift commander or other higher authority

Question 4

Fire Apparatus Operators are responsible for what 2 things regarding Pumping operations?

Answer 4

1. Knowing how to read pumping charts

2. Determining available water supply

Question 5

In order to effectively carry out required duties, it is essential that FAO posses a knowledge of?

Answer 5

Pump Operations 
Aerial Ladder Operations 
Hose and Ladder Evolutions 
EMS
Rescue Techniques 
Fire Hydraulics 
Fire Chemistry 
Pre-plan inspection techniques and Public relations

Question 6

When FAO’s are to assume the responsibilities of LT, they shall not ____ or ______ standing orders of a regular officer without specific authority from that officer or District Chief.

Answer 6

Alter or Annul