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The Company Officer Flashcards

1
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What is the primary role of the Fire Chief in a Fire Service organization?

a. Managing a fire station
b. Administering certain phases of the Fire Service’s functions
c. Training firefighters in firefighting practices
d. Responding to emergency incidents

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B

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What are the main responsibilities of a Company Officer?

a. Managing the Fire Chief’s office
b. Overseeing maintenance of apparatus and equipment
c. Designing fire safety programs
d. Conducting pre-fire investigations

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B

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What is a desirable quality for a Fire Officer when selected for advancement?

a. Contrariness
b. Egotism
c. Determination
d. Impulsiveness

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C

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What is considered a characteristic of an individual in the context of Fire Officer qualities?

a. Promotion status
b. Attitude
c. Rating in the current position
d. Physical fitness

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B

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What is an example of an unfavourable characteristic for a Fire Officer?

a. Loyalty
b. Determination
c. Selfishness
d. Appreciation

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C

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What is a desirable qualification for a Fire Officer candidate?

a. Aptitude for firefighting practices
b. Short service in the ranks of firefighting
c. Lack of knowledge about the water system
d. Inability to instruct in firefighting techniques

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A

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How does the status and rating of a Fire Officer depend, to a great extent, on their progression?

a. Physical fitness
b. Leadership ability
c. Ability to give up one way of life
d. Experience as a Fire Chief

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C

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What is a basic qualification that signifies a Fire Officer candidate is likely to succeed?

a. Having an attitude for progress
b. Serving a short time in the ranks
c. Lack of knowledge of the water system
d. Inability to instruct in firefighting techniques

A

A

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What distinguishes a Company Officer from Chief Officers in the Fire Service?

a. Administrative responsibilities
b. Command of multiple apparatus/stations
c. Supervision of emergency situations
d. Operational and administrative duties

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B

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10
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When is the first arriving Company Officer considered in command at an emergency?

a. Throughout the entire incident
b. Until Chief Officer arrives
c. Only during firefighting activities
d. When they pass command to another Company Officer

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B

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Q

How are orders typically transmitted during firefighting activities?

a. Written instructions
b. Discussion between Officers
c. Oral commands
d. Posting in writing

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C

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What is the responsibility of a Company Officer regarding routine non-firefighting assignments?

a. Post them in writing
b. Discuss them thoroughly
c. Delegate to subordinates
d. Supervise their execution

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D

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13
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What is crucial when receiving an order or assignment?

a. Issuing commands emphatically
b. Using minimal words
c. Complete understanding
d. Repeating the order to others

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C

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What does an order in the Fire Service specify?

a. How to execute a task
b. What is to be done
c. Who is responsible
d. Administrative details

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B

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15
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What does the series of orders from a Company Officer signify during an operation?

a. Delegation of authority
b. How the task is to be done
c. Administrative instructions
d. Chief Officer’s preferences

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B

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16
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What is the source of a Company Officer’s authority?

a. Personal preferences
b. Delegated authority
c. Administrative regulations
d. Chief Officer’s approval

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B

17
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What is the limitation of a Company Officer’s authority?

a. Administrative functions
b. Condemning a structure
c. Purchasing new equipment
d. Performing operational tasks

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A, b and C

18
Q

Where do the responsibilities of a Company Officer primarily lie?

a. Administrative functions
b. Condemning structures
c. Operational command
d. Purchasing new equipment

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C

19
Q

What is the primary emphasis of discussing non-firefighting functions before firefighting functions?

a. To highlight the importance of emergency response
b. To underscore the significance of seasonal functions
c. To emphasize preparation and anticipation
d. To prioritize firefighting over other functions

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C

20
Q

Why is keeping the fire station attractive, comfortable, and well-maintained important?

a. To please visiting officials
b. To provide a home-like atmosphere
c. To increase property value
d. To prioritize aesthetics over functionality

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B

21
Q

What is “keeping the house in order” primarily about for a Company Officer?

a. Administrative paperwork
b. Apparatus maintenance
c. General housekeeping and personal welfare
d. Emergency response coordination

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C

22
Q

What should a Company Officer plan to avoid in terms of schedules?

a. Periodic inspections
b. Conflicting schedules
c. Routine maintenance
d. Fire prevention programs

A

B

23
Q

What is considered one of the most important non-firefighting functions performed by a fire Company?

a. Public education
b. Emergency response
c. Records and reports
d. Training

A

D

24
Q

Why can’t emergency response, records, and reports be delegated by a Company Officer?

a. Lack of authority
b. Legal constraints
c. Direct responsibility
d. Administrative limitations

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C

25
Q

What is NOT a non-firefighting function of a Company Officer?

a. Administering pre-plans
b. Training firefighters
c. Responding to emergencies
d. Supervising firefighters

A

C

26
Q

What is one of the best ways to convey standing training policies to fire Companies?

a. Oral communication
b. Email notifications
c. Organized training programs
d. Written memoranda

A

C

27
Q

What is the responsibility of a Company Officer regarding training schedules?

a. Execute training sessions personally
b. Delegate to the Training Instructor
c. Provide opportunities for training
d. Develop systematic training programs

A

C

28
Q

When do firefighting functions of a Company Officer begin?

a. During a fire alarm
b. While planning operations
c. Upon receiving an emergency report
d. When returning from a fire

A

A

29
Q

Why is receiving the alarm considered a firefighting function?

a. It initiates emergency response
b. It provides information about the nature of the fire
c. It is the responsibility of the dispatcher
d. It involves checking equipment

A

A

30
Q

What is the MOST crucial information a Company Officer must receive when getting an alarm?

a. Nature of the call
b. Type of fire apparatus needed
c. Exact location of the fire
d. Number of personnel required

A

C

31
Q

Who is responsible for obtaining information from the dispatcher concerning where to respond?

a. Fire Chief
b. Dispatcher
c. Company Officer
d. Firefighters

A

C

32
Q

What should a Company Officer communicate to the driver before a fire response?

a. Type of fire
b. Fire prevention tips
c. Preparedness of firefighters
d. Detailed route information

A

C

33
Q

What is the Company Officer’s responsibility regarding safety during an emergency response?

a. Drive the fire apparatus
b. Direct the driver to ignore safety factors
c. Delegate safety of firefighters to the driver
d. Assume direct control of the apparatus

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C

34
Q

What does sizing up involve for a Company Officer?

a. Physical examination of equipment
b. Mental evaluation of the situation
c. Checking the number of firefighters
d. Assessing the fuel levels in the apparatus

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B

35
Q

What does the term “overhaul” involve in firefighting?

a. Extinguishing visible fires
b. Searching for hidden fires
c. Assessing structural damage
d. Requesting additional resources

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B

36
Q

What does the term “placing the Company back in Service” mean?

a. Ending the firefighting function
b. Initiating emergency response
c. Requesting outside aid
d. Conducting a post-incident analysis

A

A

37
Q

What is considered part of the aftermath of an emergency response?

a. Overhaul
b. Sizing up
c. Making the response
d. Receiving the alarm

A

A

38
Q

What is emphasized in the conclusion regarding Company Officer firefighting functions?

a. Application of first aid
b. Equipment maintenance
c. Use of apparatus
d. Applying training in various firefighting phases

A

D

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