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Can you smoke in or on a CFD vehicle?
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No
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How many feet away from any CFD building must smokers stand?
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15 Feet
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How much is the fine for not complying with the Clean Indoor Air Ordinance?
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$100
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Where do officers immediately report missing or defective seat belts too?
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Bureau of Support Services, Division of Equipment and Supplies
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Where are delays in seat belt repairs reported to?
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Through chain of command to the Bureau Commander and Director of Safety
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Discipline for non-supervisory personnel for no seatbelt?
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Written to 3 Days
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Discipline for supervisory personnel for no seatbelt?
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1-3 Days
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Failure to enforce seat belt policy?
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1-3 Days
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Can discipline for violations be more than the recommended? and What would merit additional discipline
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Yes. Previous incidents, severity of nature, rank.
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Who are the two designated CFD Sexual Harassment Liaisons?
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1. Assistant Commissioner of Internal Affairs
2. Representative of the Officer of the Commissioner |
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What City official is notified when an allegation of sexual harassment has been reported?
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Sexual Harassment Officer
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If harassed, who can an employee directly contact?
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Sexual Harassment Officer or
CFD Liaison |
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Is it necessary for an officer required to report an incident if a sexual harassment complaint has not been made?
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Yes. If a supervisor has knowledge of an incident he must report, or be disciplined
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What appropriate action shall be initiated to avoid any escalation of alleged
harassment? |
Actions may include temporary detailing, or relief from duty, of any
employee. |
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Retaliation for a report of SH shall be reported to whom? and what discipline may result?
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Report to the SHO and that person accused of retaliation may receive discipline up to dismissal
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What is the average annual dose of radiation people receive from naturally occurring and man- made sources?
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Approximately 360 milliRem (mR) per year, or about one (1) mR per day.
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What is the normal background radiation rate for the Chicago area?
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is 0.01 mR/hr to 0.04 mR/hr (10
microRem (uR)/hr to 40 uR/hr). |
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What type of radiation does the UltraRadiac detect
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Gamma Radiation and can track the dose companies are exposed
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What reading level indicates a radiological incident?
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Above 2 Milli Rem. In a closed container
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Radiologic Incidents may involve what 3 categories?
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Places where radioactive items are held, Containers that hold material and People who use or carry it.
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What indicates a radiological EMERGENCY?
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Substance OUT of Container with readings above normal. Verified by 2nd Meter.
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What response is mandatory for Rad. Emergency
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Level 1 Hazmat
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What is an Orphan Source?
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an orphan source is an abandoned radiological source where the
ownership is not known or available and there is NO criminal intent. |
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What is a Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD):
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Meant to disperse radioactive material as a solid (powder), liquid (mist) or a gas over a
large area. |
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What is a Radiological Exposure Device (RED)?
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Involves a point source intended to expose a specific person or population to doses of radiation. "Dirty Bomb"
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What is a Radiological Incendiary Device (RID)?
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Radiological material involved in an intentionally set fire, also called "dirty fire".
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Improvised Nuclear Device (IND)?
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a. Expect high levels of radiation and contamination.
b. Expect extensive casualties with multiple types of injuries. c. Expect higher doses of internal and external radiation. d. Expect operations to be modified for such a catastrophic event. |
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What are the the UltraRad detector's high rate alarm set to? ,
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5Rad/hr. Indicating that a
significant radiation source is present. All personnel should be removed from the area. |
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What is the UltraRad detector's high dose alarm set to?
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5Rad. Indicating that a
significant radiation source is present. All personnel should be removed from the area. |
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Actions at Rad Emergency between 0-5R?
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No restrictions on activities
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Actions at Rad Emergency between 5-10R?
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Evacuation of Civilians and Search and Rescue
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Actions at Rad Emergency between 10-25R?
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Search and Rescue Only
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Actions at Rad Emergency between 5-25-100R?
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Restricted Actions: Must be volunteer that knows risk and has permission.
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How often should the UltraRad be examined?
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Each morning, the ULTRARADIAC detector shall be turned on, examined, tested and the
dose reading shall be entered in the company journal. |
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What time is roll call?
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0800
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What time should TOCs be performed?
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TOCs Between 10-1200 & 13:00 - 15:30
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When are school drills to be conducted?
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School Drills Between 9:30-11:00 & 13:00-14:00
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What times will companies be either drilling or doing TOCs?
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Companies will be either drilling or doing TOCs between 10-12 & 13:00-15:30
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Who do you contact with questions about the In-Service Inspection Program
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Questions about the In-Service Inspection Program will be directed to FPB West
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If you miss scheduled inspections do you need to document?
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Document in journal all inspection work, if it wasn't completed and why.
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When should all inspection forms be completed?
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Complete forms prior to completion of tour.
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When should all monthly school drills be completed?
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All fire drills will be completed 7 days prior to the end of month.
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Who do you notify before pulling a school box?
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Notify Alarm Office prior to school drills over radio or via phone.
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Name 5 times when inspections or school drills should not be performed?
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Weekends and Holidays
In inclement weather Below 20 degrees When ordered not to be the alarm office or other supervisor When no inspection work is in quarters. |
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Who delivers the TOC Control Sheet to Quarters?
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FPB provides a control sheet when delivering TOCs. Maintain the Control Sheet in quarters as a permanent record.
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What is listed on the Inspection Control Sheet?
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The Control sheet lists: Document #, Address of Inspection and Date of Inspection.
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What types of gas can the CFD test for?
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CFD is capable to monitor 1. CO 2. O2 3. Hydrogen Sulfide 4. Combustible and Flammable Gases
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What is the normal oxygen range in ambient air?
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Acceptible O2 Range in Ambient Air: 19.6 to 23.4
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Where should you NOT position apparatus at a gas/odor investigation?
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Do not park rigs in front of address or in close proximity to the suspected incident.
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Should the engine drive drive pass the address of the suspected incident?
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Do not drive through a scene.
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What is the standard PPE required
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Wear full PPE and SCBA
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How many personnel should be on a primary odor investigation team?
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Half in/Half out of address.
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What percentage of LEL with cause the QRAE to alarm, and what does that mean?
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QRae will activate at 10% of LEL. Indicating that a flammable/combustible gas is present. Caution
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What level indicates oxygen deficiency? Oxygen rich environment?
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O2 levels below 19.5 and above 23.5 indicates a hazard: Extreme Caution
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When does the QRAE alarm for H2S?
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H2S alarms at 10 ppm
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At what ppm of CO is action required by CFD?
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CO above 9 necessitates action
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What are the two options for alternative standpipe connections?
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1. Double Female to first or second floor
2. a. Double female b. 3.5 to 2.5 reducer c. 2.5 clapper siamese d. (2) 2.5 feeders |
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When should the standpipe on the attack floor be opened?
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Only after it has been charged
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What type of threads are on the in-line gauge?
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Chicago threads, like the standpipes in Chicago
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When are final pressure gauge adjustments made on the inline gauge
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After water is flowing out of the pipe
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There is one white marking on the inline gauge, What are the corresponding pressures in that white range?
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70 PSI
80 PSI 90 PSI |
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How many lengths of 2.5 correspond to the pressures on the inline gauge?
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4 len. = 90
3 len. = 80 2.len. = 70 |
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When can you visit HQ?
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Only when told to report or with permission of superiors. NO Loitering
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Can you have you family call the front phone?
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No. Only official business
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When can members not be in beds?
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07:00 - 18:00. Also no sleeping or lounging on couches
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When can visitors be in the Firehouse?
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Between 9:30 and 21:00. Children must be escorted.
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When can games or sports be played?
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When the games are authorized and allowed by officer, but are not mandatory. NO gambling
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When can members have private vehicles in the firehouse?
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When approved by the FC, but only for parking and keeping, NOT for maintenance, repair or storing
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Can you receive a gift from the public?
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Yes, it must be reported within 5 days of receipt to the FC
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What is the minimum monthly due required by the code of conduct and what is that for?
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$2.50 for shoe polish, newspapers, and other general expenses
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When is the election of the treasurer?
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Annually, under the direction of the Captain. The majority rules. Books are always open.
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What is an Addendum to an order and how is it noted?
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An addendum is an ADDition and is marked with the original Order + a NUMBER (GO 09-002 Add. 1)
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What is an Amendment to an order and how is it noted?
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An AMENDment is a change to an order marked with the order number + a letter (GO 08-009a)
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When writing orders use what form unless short?
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Use outline form, unless short where a paragraph would suffice.
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What is buff paper
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Yellow G.O. Paper
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Who issues GO, SD, AO, PO and DMemos?
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The Fire commissioner issues the top five types of orders and Company Journal.
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Who authorizes Bureau Orders?
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Deputy Fire Commissioner
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What is the type of rank required to issue written communications?
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Exempt Ranks issue orders
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Distribution of Written Communications have 5 categories what are they?
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A. All Units
B. Uniformed Members C. All Uniform and Non-Uniform D. All Supervisors Uniform, Non-Uniform E. Exempt Ranks |
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Red X will call attention to what
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Specific Items, Injuries, Unusual Stuff
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You must journal almost everything, but what is a good reminder that you need to journal.
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Everytime you leave the house, you need to note:
1. The reason 2. The time 3. The destination 4. The Authority |
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What Two times in the day do you note the date?
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At 00:01 and 08:00
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When are the two radio tests?
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Fire : 09:00
EMS: Telemetry: 08:30 |
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What information is necessary for journalling Disciplinary Action
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1. IR#
2. Witness 3. Type of Incident 4. Notifications made Discipline given |
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When does overtime start?
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When they work 15 minutes or more beyond their schedule. (i.e. 8:15)
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What increments will members be paid?
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1/2 hour at a time 8:00 to 8:30, 8:31 -9:00
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If recalled to work before 07:00, member received FOUR (4) hours, What if he is recalled after 07:00?
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He will receive a minimum of (5) Five hours.
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If rehired, when will member move to bottom of list?
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If member works more than 12 consecutive hours in one day.
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If a member has documented travel plans, can he refuse a rehire?
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Yes, if he has tickets or reservations he can not be forced to work, but only of the city can rehire another.
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How long can a member be held over? and can he get a substitute?
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Yes, Held over for a Max of 4 hours. Members will least seniority will be held, unless senior man wants to take it. A member can get an in-district substitute of the same rank by using the marshall line with permission.
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Who authorizes use of open lockers for detailed, Relief and members not assigned to Operations or EMS?
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The district Chief.. This is not OPS personnel
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When is a duty lay up entitled to holiday pay?
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When it falls on the lay-up member platoon.
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If you lay-up on a holiday do you get full pay.
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Yes, If you have a DUTY injury.
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If you test positive on a holiday, will you get paid?
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Only for the hours you work
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Do members of military leave get holiday pay
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Yes if it falls on platoon
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How many days paid leave of absense will IL or US National Guard receive per year?
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15 days, but in 7 day minimums
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Reserve forces get how many days of paid leave?
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14 days. with 7 minimum at a time. This is different than National Guard
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What are the 9 types of IMMEDIATE FAMILY and one exception?
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Spouse, Parents, Children (Step & Half), Grandparents, Grandchildren, Brother/Sister (Step & Half).
Father/Mother IN LAW, Son/Daughter IN LAW, Current Step Parents. + Brother and Sister in Law on day of funeral |
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What is the requirement for domestic partner for Bereavement?
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Domestic Partner
1. Share address for 6 months 2. Over 18 3. Not married to anyone 4. Not related by blood that would legally bar marriage 5. Each others sole domestic partner 6. Share common welfare and responsibility Death of Domestic Partner gets 3 calendar days (if registered with Dept. of Personnel) |
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When are trades acceptable for hours less than 24 or 12 at a time?
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When for training or education lesser hours may be granted.
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Can LT and Capts trade days?
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Yes with discretion of DDC
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How many trades can a member make in 6 months?
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9 Trades or Exchanges. A member can make a max of 3 trades in a row, not including daley day.
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How long can you extend a furlough?
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Up to 29 days with trade, payback, dinosaur day with permission of DDC
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Trades must be in two workdays before trade. What exceptions?
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Emergency trades at approval of DDC with a form 2
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When must a trade be paid back?
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Within 4 months or original.
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Copies of approved trades will be returned to which three people?
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BC, CO, and member
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What do you do when notified to appear in court for Jury duty or duty related subpoena?
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Notify Distict ASAP via Form 2 with attached documents
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Do you get overtime for Duty related court time?
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Yes, a max of 8 hours if appearing off duty.
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Where does the member deposit jury duty pay when appearing in court on a work day?
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To the city comptroller
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How long does the member have to return to duty from court?
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2 hours
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How long can a member act up if the C.O. lays up on duty?
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Only 4 hours, except when after midnight. Acter will act out until morning.
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Who acts out as officer?
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Senior member, with ultimate discretion by department.
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How many details can an EMT take to an BLS Ambulance per quarter.
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6 times per quarter, 24 times a year then.
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When are vacancies posted?
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With in the first two weeks of January May and September.
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Are relief positions considered permanent?
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No. Also, If a member doesnt get an assignment in three orders, he can be assigned by Dept to a vacant position on the third order. That relief officer having the most time as a reliever
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Training variances can happen what days and hours?
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Mon-Fri 8 hours during the day
Sat. - Only 4 hours Sun and Holidays: None |
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When will training variances be cancelled?
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Temp reaches 20 degrees (as per NWS)
Heat index reaches 90 Inclement weather During Fire Preventions week. |
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How many training variances?
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35 (8) hours variances. 15 for Officers. Members to be notified one duty day prior.
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Are injuries while shopping considered duty?
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Yes.
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How big and where can a union pin be worn?
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Dime sized 1/4 inch over name tag on Dress Uniform.
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Union Patch on Work Uniform?
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Dime sized 1.5 inches above member right pocket.
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What are the differences between: Temps that stop activities with TOCs, Training and Training Variances
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Tocs: No TOCs, Inspections BELOW 20
Variances: AT or Below 20 & AT or ABOVE 90 Training: AT or BELOW 20 & Expected to be AT or ABOVE 90 |
