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1
Q

Phoenix is part of union local number _____

A

493

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2
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What is the fire chief’s name?

A

Kara Kalkbrenner

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3
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Day that Kara Kalkbrenner became Fire Chief

A

November 12, 2014

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4
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How many square miles is the city of Phoenix?

A

520

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5
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How many fire stations does PFD have?

A

58

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6
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How many regional partners does PFD have?

A

27

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7
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How many Residents in the city of Phoenix?

A

1.5 million

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8
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The year the inaugural strategic plan was implemented in response to the challenges brought by the recession

A

2007

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9
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The six strategic initiatives

A
  • Comprehensive training and development
  • Technology and communications
  • assess and prioritize fire department programs and needs
  • Management of Human Resources
  • Analysis and Management of data
  • Emergency service delivery and deployment
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10
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The five most important focus areas for the Phoenix firefighter

A 
Safety
Teamwork 
Professionalism
Respect
Personal development
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11
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The four pitfalls or traps firefighters can fall into

A

Over-confidence
Feedback
Past practices
Ego

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12
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When we become so overconfident that we feel as though we know everything and don’t need to learn anymore we simply _______

A

Stagnate

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13
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______ is the key to tempering confidence and preventing arrogance

A

Humility

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14
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The pitfall that ties into the other three pitfalls

A

Ego

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15
Q

Minimum response times are set by NFPA _____, which specifies that we must reach an emergency within ____ minutes of dispatch, _____ of the time

A

1710
5
90%

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16
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In fiscal year 2014-2015, Phoenix firefighters responded to ________ emergency dispatches.

A

186,594

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17
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Gas powered saw primarily used for cutting ventilation holes in wooden roofs. These saws are carried on ladder trucks, ladder tenders, and squad companies.

A

Chainsaw

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18
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Lunch or dinner. $13-$15 at the beginning of the day

A

Chow

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19
Q

Group of firefighters assigned to the same apparatus or station

A

Crew

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20
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Anyone the fire department comes in contact with either directly or indirectly

A

Customer

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21
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Piece of fire apparatus that carries hose, water and a pump. All of these have ALS capabilities

A

Engine company

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22
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Cement area outside at the training academy where most hands-on training occurs.

A

Grinder

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23
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Clinic run by the PFD that provides medical exams, fitness and evaluations,
Industrial injury management, infectious exposure management and many other medical services to firefighters from across the valley.

A

Health center

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24
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Fund created at every fire station and at the academy to buy snacks, condiments, cable TV, newspaper, coffee, etc. typically $10 per pay period

A

Kitty

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25
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Saw carried on all ladder trucks, ladder tenders, and squad companies. Gas powered circular saw used for forcible entry, extrication and ventilation. Has wood, metal, and masonry blades

A

K-12 saw

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26
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The task of connecting fire hose to a fire hydrant as the engine is driven closer to the fire

A

Lay a line

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27
Q

How many gallons carried by PFD apparatus

A

500

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28
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Comprehensive program that may be accessed by any fire department member to provide short term counseling and help in times of need

A

Members assistance program (MAP)

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29
Q

A fire hydrant

A

Plug

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30
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The team each recruit is assigned to while in the academy. Usually consists of 4-6 recruits and one RTO

A

Recruit engine company

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31
Q

PFD ranks, in order

A 
Firefighter 
Engineer
Captain
Battalion/division chief
Deputy chief
Assistant chief
Executive assistant chief
Fire chief
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32
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PFD is organized into these 5 sections

A 
Human resources 
Training
Operations
Public affairs
Fire prevention
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33
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The _____ directly manages the department’s budget and emergency transportation services

A

Fire chief

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34
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Responsible for billing and collecting for the department’s ambulance services

A

Emergency transportation services (ETS)

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35
Q

The ____________ regulates all ambulances in the state and set the billing amounts

A

State of Arizona department of health services

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36
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The _____ manages the public affairs section and the health and wellness center

A

Executive assistant chief

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37
Q

The _____, formerly known as Phoenix fire network (PFN), is the departments television network

A

Fire training support unit (FTSU)

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38
Q

The two year contract that spells out the wage and benefits package for PFD

A

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

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39
Q

The three divisions of human resources

A

Personnel, payroll, and technical services

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40
Q

Battalion training is done primarily by battalion __ in conjunction with the command training center

A

8

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41
Q

The divisions of training

A

command center and TA

Special operations

Urban search and rescue (FEMA) team Arizona task force 1

Emergency medical services

Resource management

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42
Q

PFD manages a fleet of over ___ vehicles

A

400

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43
Q

The divisions of operations

A

South shift command
Aviation
The 5 fire districts
Safety

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44
Q

This division of training insures proper staffing throughout the city

A

South shift Command

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45
Q

Each district has a deputy chief that supervises ______ battalion Chiefs

A

3-6

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46
Q

Manages emergency response staffing office and battalion 1

A

Central fire district

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47
Q

Manages battalions 2, 7 and the paradise valley stations

A

East fire district

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48
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Manages battalion 3 and battalion 8

A

West fire district

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49
Q

Manages battalions 4 and 6

A

North fire district

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50
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Manages battalion 5

A

South fire district

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51
Q

Responsible for all aspects of emergency response at Phoenix Sky harbor airport

A

Aviation

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52
Q

_____ cities are part of the regional dispatch system

A

23

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53
Q

Phoenix metropolitan area covers _____ plus square miles, with over ______ dispatches annually

A

2000

444,000

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54
Q

What is the name of PFD current union president?

A

Steve Beuerlein

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55
Q

The divisions of fire prevention

A

Fire prevention
Special hazards unit
Homeland defense bureau
Fire investigation

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56
Q

Fire investigators are trained and certified as _____

A

Specialty peace officers

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57
Q

The RBO process allows room for differing opinions without inviting disrespect or unhealthy politics. The end result is PFD is a fair, effective organization with “______” from all members, no matter what rank or position.

A

Buy in

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58
Q

Spend a day walking around PFD buildings and you’ll hear this a lot

A

“We just work it out”

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59
Q

In the late 1970’s and 80’s Phoenix police officers were paid at a rate _____ higher than firefighters.

A

17%

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60
Q

When the city refused to create parity between police and fire, local 493 created a campaign on tv, radio and newspaper called ________

A

“Firefighters make house calls”

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61
Q

Who was local 493 president back in 1984?

A

Pat Cantelme

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62
Q

Federal mediator who had worked with the city during its contract negotiations with firefighters back in 1984

A

Sam Franklin

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63
Q

The city where RBO meetings are held and the first RBO showdown was held in this specific place

A

Flagstaff

Little America hotel

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64
Q

The first RBO meeting went on for ____ days

A

3

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65
Q

The action plan in the RBO process addresses one of two possibilities, either_____, or _______

A

1) implement a solution that has been agreed to

2) set up specific steps that labor and management will take to come close to an agreement

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66
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Here’s how the action plan worked back then and still works today

A
  • a committee is formed for each issue
  • the committee is co-chaired by one person from labor and one from management
  • committee members are chosen in equal numbers on both sides
  • specific timelines are set up
  • meet quarterly and report back to group at annual meeting
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67
Q

Until the next RBO meeting in flagstaff, the action plans are a “_________”

A

Work in progress

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68
Q

What’s the “magic dust” that protects relationships in the RBO process?

A

Don’t sacrifice a relationship for an outcome

Understand that conflict will occur and use the process to change the process

Take care of problems when they are small. Call first and talk to each other before you make a big deal out of a conflict

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69
Q

As the action plan committees make their presentations, and as the discussion goes forward,
You notice a few key phrases and concepts that come up again and again

A

Put the members first

Share the credit

Share the work

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70
Q

What is the subtle message in the committee process that involves change?

A

If you want to see change,

Participate

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71
Q

Who were the subsequent fire chiefs following Alan Brunacini?

A

Bob khan, billy shields and Pete Gorraiz

72
Q

The city has won many awards and honors, including the prestigious ____________
Award for being the best run city government in the world

A

Carl Bertelsmann

73
Q

A confidential resource for fire service members to obtain mental,
Emotional, and physical support

A

Www.firestrong.org

602-845-FIRE (3473)

74
Q

List the 8 cornerstones of The PFD philosophy and culture

A

1) make the commitment
2) be accountable
3) be self-disciplined
4) be a good supervisor
5) be a responsible leader
6) the RBO process and the PFD way
7) support our members’ wellness needs
8) maintain a positive environment

75
Q

The PFD has outlined four behaviors that are to be practiced by all members. They are:___________

A
  • consideration
  • discretion
  • acceptance
  • unity
76
Q

PFD was established in _____

A

1886

77
Q

The Phoenix firefighters standard of customer service

A

To consistently provide the highest level of internal and external customer service

78
Q

The fire service joint labor management wellness/fitness initiative consists of five main areas of focus

A

Medical, fitness, rehabilitation, behavioral health, and data collection

79
Q

A recent survey by the Miami Dade county fire rescue department revealed that _____ of their members were reporting current low back pain. In addition, ____ of members reported a past medical history of low back pain

A

55%

86%

80
Q

In 1999 low back injuries and other sprains and strains accounted for over 50% of total injuries. Firefighter injuries caused ____ lost work hours per 100 workers

A

9,597

81
Q

The four areas of focus for recruit training are

A

Safety
Technical skills
Wellness for life
Critical thinking

82
Q

Messages may be received for recruits in the office, _______, for referral to recruits

A

602-262-6393

83
Q

The principle that a person can report to only one supervisor

A

Unity of command

84
Q

The number of personnel one individual can effectively manage. Usually 3-7 firefighters

A

Span of control

85
Q

Division of labor is necessary in the fire service for the following reasons:

A

To assign responsibility

To prevent duplication of effort

To make specific and clear cut assignments

86
Q

A guide to decision making within an organization

A

Policy

87
Q

A kind of formal communication that is a detailed guide to action

A

Procedure

88
Q

NFPA ____, standard on fire department occupational safety and health program

A

1500

89
Q

Temperature range during flashover

A

900-1200

90
Q

Ignition temperature of carbon monoxide

A

1128

91
Q

Heat release from a fully developed room at flashover can be on he order of ______ kW or more

A

10,000

92
Q

A Phoenix firefighter must possess many critical qualities in order to be successful throughout a long career. It is a unique calling that entails _____, dedication, and ______

A

Selflessness, skill

93
Q

The career of a Phoenix firefighter involves much more than fighting fire. We are a _______ driven organization.

A

Customer service

94
Q

Training is an integral part of our career. It never stops. Our firefighters are expected to be lifelong learners, constantly striving to improve _____ and professionally

A

Personally

95
Q

Safety is a very high priority in the PFD. Firefighting can be a very dangerous profession and the PFD has been a leader in this area for over ___ years

A

37

96
Q

The risk management plan

A
  • we will begin each response under the assumption that Within the incident are savable lived and property
  • we will risk out lives a lot in a calculated manner to save savable lives
  • we will risk our lives a little in a calculated manner to save savable property
  • we will not risk anything for lives and property already lost
97
Q

Each member of the department is a significant part of a larger team. In the fire service rarely, if ever, does anyone work completely _____ of
The other members of the department

A

Independent

98
Q

Like a sports team, each member of the team needs to take personal responsibility to increase their _____, skills and abilities. Doing so increases _____ of the team as a whole and provides for like better outcomes when the team is called to action

A

Knowledge, strength

99
Q

There are times when individuals and crews are called to the scene of larger incidents like a structure fire. These smaller teams of crews must then _____ integrate into a now larger team to accomplish the goals of the department when dealing with these larger incidents

A

Seamlessly

100
Q

Professionalism should be on display at all times while working for the PFD. Bring professional actually ties into each of the other four areas defined here. Specifically if you are the ____ professional at your job then you and the company you work for will be successful and respected

A

Consummate

101
Q

Having an accident with these rigs can cause significant damage and injury. Members must understand how to drive _____at all times. It is difficult to help others if having an accident caused you to become part of the problem. These apparatus are very expensive and _____ should expect that we will care for them in a professional manner.

A

Professionally, taxpayers

102
Q

It has been said that a professional is only as good as his/her _____

A

Tools

103
Q

As members of the department we must understand that we are called upon to respond to a wide variety of incidents varying in severity from structure fires, cardiac arrest, _____, technical rescue, ______, and difficulty breathing to ________, social issues, alarm malfunctions and lift assists.

A

Drowning
Hazardous materials
Minor cuts and bruises

104
Q

Each crew is encouraged to do the things necessary to increase crew _____ and ______ levels

A

Continuity

Skill

105
Q

Although these members don’t respond to calls for service by the public they are essential to the _____ section and their ability to do their job

A

Operations

106
Q

Prejudgment and unsubstantiated perceptions of other people should be avoided and will only contribute to ____ the organization

A

Denigrating

107
Q

Every person has strengths that we should utilize for the ____ of this department

A

Betterment

108
Q

As a new member entering this organization it is important to remember that respect, by human nature, is not something that is _____ given. Respect is earned and you must understand that you begin to build your _____ and earn respect starting day one.

A

Automatically

Reputation

109
Q

The facilities that the taxpayers provide for us run into the _____ of dollars to build, maintain, and repair. It is every members responsibility to care for these facilities and take pride in ownership. The stations are designed and built to last a minimum of ____ years.

A

Millions

50

110
Q

When there are economic downturns there is little money to continue on that road. That being said, it is _____ on the members to take care of what we have. Just like your own car the better you care for and maintain it the longer the car will last.

A

Incumbent

111
Q

The department began by only providing firefighting and over the years we have developed into a department that not only fights fires but…

A

Prevents fires, provides emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, homeland security, urban search and rescue, public education, crisis response, aircraft fire rescue and more

112
Q

Phoenix fire department members wear many ___ as we respond to a wide variety of emergencies and other calls for assistance.

A

Hats

113
Q

Taking classes, attending training and drills are other ways to develop yourself, learn new things and ___ your skills.

A

Hone

114
Q

Preparing for and participating in promotional opportunities is another ____ way to increaSe your personal development. Preparing for these opportunities will require many hours of _____ and the taking of college level courses to be able to compete for the promotions.

A

Excellent

Self-study

115
Q

Developing yourself _____, emotionally, and ______ are also very important aspects in your career and life development. A career in the fire service is ______ and at times emotionally demanding.

A

Physically
Psychologically
Physically

116
Q

While being confident in and of itself can be a good trait especially for a firefighter there is a fine line between being confident and being over-confident and therefore being perceived as _____ and acting as if you have arrived.

A

Arrogant

117
Q

Feedback is a very necessary thing to have. Feedback must be _______ meaning members must not only give feedback but must be willing to receive it as well.

A

Bi-directional

118
Q

The pitfall with positive feedback comes when the giver is providing the positive feedback because they believe it is what the other person wants to hear. Doing this is simply lying to _____ someone else and can build _____ within an organization.

A

Placate

Resentment

119
Q

_____ feedback can give the receiver a sense of ____ on the part of the sender. There are usually both positive and /or negative things that can be pointed out.

A

Neutral

Apathy

120
Q

Traditions in the fire service are in many cases very set and firmly ____ in our culture. Traditions are usually viewed as good things but, when a tradition comes up against current issues and ____ within society the tradition can get us into trouble.

A

Entrenched

Rules

121
Q

Typically in an organization when a member steps outside of the accepted norms for behavior they will subsequently suffer some consequence as a result of the action. In the past a major factor in determining the type and severity of the discipline was “____” or how the department treated similar _____.

A

Past practice

Infractions

122
Q

Ego is the Latin word for ___, ___, or ____

A

Self
Self esteem
Self importance

123
Q

_____ are often those who are over confident and therefore fall prey to all of the problems associated with over confidence as described earlier in this document. They also have the same problems with accepting feedback and critique of their performance and those associated problems.

A

Egotists

124
Q

The Phoenix Fire department is a community based organization with nearly _____sworn and civilian members.

A

Two thousand

125
Q

In response to the challenges brought by the recession, our administration and union worked together to identify _____, more creative ways to operate.

A

Leaner

126
Q

____ remains the key reason why the RBO process continues to work today.

A

Protecting the relationship

127
Q

_____ and ________ are responsible for informing, educating,
And training Phoenix Fire department members and the general public.
This is accomplished through the ____.

A

Public affairs
Community involvement
Public information officer (PIO)

128
Q

The FTSU produces air shows covering training,

News, and critiques of noteworthy incidents. The content airs on _____.

A

Cox cable

129
Q

The health and fitness division operates a full time health center to provide mandatory annual medical exams, injury evaluation, and occupational medical support. It also operates a wellness center to assist fire department personnel with many “______” issues.

A

Quality of life

130
Q

______ coordinates the labor/management negotiations process. This group 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 local 493.

A

Human resources

131
Q

The _____ division of human resources manages recruitment, outreach programs, and the promotional processes for engineer, captain, and battalion chief.

A

Personnel

132
Q

_______ is responsible for the purchase, testing and maintenance of the department’s computers, gps systems, radios, mobile computer terminals, dispatch systems, and phones.

A

Technical services

133
Q

Special operations manages two major types of day-to-day specialty response. These are _____ response and _______.

A

Hazmat response

Technical rescue

134
Q

Technical rescue covers……

A 
Confined space rescue
Swift water
Heavy rescue 
High angle rescue
Tree rescue
Trench rescue
135
Q

______ is responsible for the continuing education training for all of the department’s paramedics and emergency medical technicians as well as the initial training program for paramedics.

A

Emergency medical services

136
Q

_________ manages the purchasing and warehousing of commodities for the department. They care for services such as providing protective clothing, purchasing and warehousing all supplies and commodities, researching new products and providing mail and photocopy services

A

Resource management

137
Q

Purchasing and warehousing processes all fire department purchasing requests. The staff utilizes standing contracts or _______ purchase orders to procure supplies. The city’s ______ purchasing department processes larger purchases

A

Internal

Centralized

138
Q

________ designs, coordinates, builds and maintains all of the Phoenix Fire department facilities. With about 58 fire stations and various other buildings spread over 520 square miles, this is a critical task.

A

Facilities management

139
Q

_________ provides for the purchase, outfitting, servicing, repair and fuel for every piece of apparatus utilized by the department

A

Fleet management

140
Q

___________ is responsible for emergency response throughout the city and valley. Although they may fill the role of incident commander at certain incidents they typically provide overall direction for major Incidents by filling the role of _________

A

South shift command

Senior advisor

141
Q

Safety works with operations to provide the following services:

A

Risk management planning; station, equipment and facility inspections; accident analysis and safety training.

142
Q

Through automatic aid agreements, Phoenix dispatches for ___ valley fire departments, plus has additional automatic aid agreements for ____ more
Departments through a CAD interconnect system. There are mutual aid agreements In place for an additional __ departments.

A

23
4
7

143
Q

The _____ group review plans, inspect fire protection equipment, and approves construction features for new commercial and residential construction

A

New construction

144
Q

Benefits of RBO process

A

Members gain because they’re involved in the solution and can personally create change

Management gains because they get “buy-in” from the members

Conflict occurs, but it is handled respectfully

145
Q

A culturally diverse and ______ workforce helps create a more flexible fire department through exposure to new ideas, different ways of working and making _______.

A

Representative

Decisions

146
Q

The required job skills of the modern firefighter are _____. In one shift, today’s firefighters may extinguish fires,
Mitigate a hazardous materials incident, provide emergency medical care to an adolescent victim, and support a grieving spouse of a dying patient.

A

Complex

147
Q

The PFD way incorporates the values of service excellence, safety, ____, professionalism, ______, teamwork, and respect.

A

Integrity

Communication

148
Q

Phoenix has been designated “best-managed city” by ______.’ The _________ league has selected Phoenix as an “All-America City” five times.

A

Governing magazine

National civic

149
Q

The fire service has a rich and proud culture and tradition. New members of the Phoenix Fire department benefit from the ____ of seasoned members.

A

Mentorship

150
Q

The standards and expectations in this document, although ____, are reasonable and aligned with city of Phoenix administrative regulations and our own management procedures.

A

Philosophical

151
Q

We are a professional fire department that delivers consistent, safe, quick, high quality emergency response and ______ services.

A

Ancillary

152
Q

We take our commitment to our community, the city of Phoenix, local 493 and to the department seriously. We challenge ourselves to improve our service delivery by asking, “_______?”

A

How can we do better

153
Q

We are expected to follow the Phoenix fire department standard of customer service: ______

A

To arrive with a positive attitude and deliver fast, safe, professional service.

154
Q

Our diverse membership is the most important resource and foundation of the department. ______ of any kind is not tolerated in the Phoenix fire department.

A

Prejudice

155
Q

Our differences are considered an asset as long as behavior, appearance and job performance is aligned with our rules, regulations and departmental culture. A professional does not let _______ become a job distraction.

A

Individualism

156
Q

When we become public servants and join the department, we give up the freedom to behave in an independent manner. Our regard in the community can be ______ by the actions of just one member, and those consequences will be felt by all members.

A

Tarnished

157
Q

Corrective ____ action is only considered for serious violations or when progressive actions have not been effective. It is the PFD way to employ 2nd chance management designed to return a member to positive and productive behavior.

A

Punitive

158
Q

Misconduct or poor performance should be identified before a solution is developed. In other words, supervisors will avoid the “_______” approach in favor of a standard problem-solving approach to discipline.

A

Ready-fire-aim

159
Q

Supervisors are good listeners and are able to hear what someone means as well as what someone says. Supervisors are positive, _____, and refrain from personal judgement when handling a personnel issue.

A

Ethical

160
Q

Because supervisors are under constant ______, their actions should be above reproach.

A

Scrutiny

161
Q

An important aspect of leadership is “______”

A

Followership

162
Q

Leaders are agents of Mentorship, positive change, personal growth and development. They are responsible for developing and instructing the next _______ of capable future leaders that live and practice the PFD way.

A

Cadre

163
Q

The Phoenix Fire department invests significant time and training in each member. Because the PFD way is based on the principle that the members are the foundation of the department, ensuring total wellness and _______ in our members is an investment in us and our department.

A

Resiliency

164
Q

Point out examples of poor customer service or unprofessional behavior at the appropriate time. There is a _____ way to communicate the correction. Remember, “_____” perpetuates the perception that is is okay.

A

Diplomatic

Letting it slide

165
Q

Firefighters respond to emergency incidents that require extreme physical exertion. The high physical demands of the job often results in adverse _______ and ________ outcomes.

A

Physiological

Psychological

166
Q

The medical exam presented in the wellness/fitness initiative is designed to accomplish the following:

A

•to determine, through the fire department physician, whether an individual is physically and mentally able to perform essential job duties without undue risk of harm to self or others
•to monitor the effects of exposure to specific biological, physical, or chemical agents
•to detect changes in an individual’s health that may be related to harmful working conditions
•to detect any patterns of disease in the workforce that might indicate underlying work related problems
•to provide the worker with information about the individuals occupational hazards and current health
•to provide a cost-effective investment in the early detection, disease prevention,
And health promotion of the firefighter
•to comply with federal, state, provincial, and local requirements

167
Q

An effective physical fitness program has several components that must be implemented. These components include:

A
  • fitness evaluations
  • qualified peer fitness trainers and exercise specialists
  • on duty workout time
  • available safe workout equipment and facilities
  • the incorporation of fitness into the fire service philosophy and culture through education and awareness
  • individualized fitness prescriptions
168
Q

Fitness evaluation for aerobic capacity

A

Treadmill or stair mill

169
Q

Muscular strength evaluation

A

Handgrip dynamometer
Leg “ “
Arm” “

170
Q

Muscular endurance evaluation

A

Push up

Curl up

171
Q

Flexibility evaluation

A

Modified sit and reach

172
Q

Grip strength has been shown to be a key factor in many essential emergency-response tasks including:

A

Lifting and carrying equipment

Packaging and moving patients

Holding and operating hose lines

Raising extension ladders

Removing victims

173
Q

Leg strength is required for many essential emergency service tasks including:

A
  • lifting and carrying equipment
  • forcing entry
  • climbing and negotiating ladders and stairs
  • pulling and operating hose lines
  • moving patients
174
Q

Arm flexion strength is key for the performance of many standards and essential fire and emergency tasks including:

A
  • stabilizing, lifting, and carrying tools and equipment
  • operating hand lines
  • victim transport
175
Q

This proactive injury prevention program should include the following:

A
  • a comprehensive and effective wellness program
  • a physical fitness program
  • a strong commitment to safety from both labor and management
  • a designated safety officer
  • an ergonomic analysis of all aspects of the job to look for ways to redesign the work environment
  • an educational component
  • a recognition system for personnel who practice, play, and preach safety
176
Q

Recruits contacted by any news media while on duty must notify an RTO immediately before answering any questions. Recruits shall NOT grant interviews without the consent of the ______

A

Director of training

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