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Front 1

What is the mission of the LFD?

Back 1

Protect life and property by providing a broad spectrum of public safety services to Fayette Co.

Front 2

What are the seven core values of the LFD?

Back 2

Duty, Dedication, Discipline, Respect, Integrity, Courage, Honor

Front 3

How many permanent residents in Fayette County?

Back 3

305,000 residents

Front 4

How many square miles in Fayette County?

Back 4

285 square miles

Front 5

What is the first priority of any fire service organization?

Back 5

Fire prevention

Front 6

Who is the first line of defense for the citizens of this county?

Back 6

Fire Prevention Bureau

Front 7

Who is involved with the planning of water distribution and delivery in Fayette County?

Back 7

Fire Prevention Bureau

Front 8

Who is responsible for the LFD Safety Program?

Back 8

The Office of Health and Safety

Front 9

What does PIER stand for?

Back 9

Answer: Public Information, Public Education, and Public Relations

Front 10

Who is responsible for managing the LFD’s Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Program?

Back 10

Community Services Bureau

Front 11

Currently, how many buildings are within the LFD?

Back 11

40+ buildings

Front 12

What chapter number of the Codes of Ordinances does the LFD fall under?

Back 12

Chapters 21, 23, and 25

Front 13

What KRSs does the LFD refer to?

Back 13

Answer: KRS 67A, KRS 95, and KRS 227

Front 14

When should the FFAO/Lieutenant/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form be completed by?

Back 14

At the end of each shift

Front 15

Can the FFAO/Lieutenant/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form be used for discipline?

Back 15

No

Front 16

What does the employee signature on the FFAO/Lieutenant/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form verify?

Back 16

Only that the employee has read and understands the document. Refusal to sign means a second Supervisor signs the document to verify that employee was given the document and now a Mentoring Form accompanies the 1st document.

Front 17

How are firefighters expected to respond to the public?

Back 17

In a professional manner

Front 18

What are senior firefighters expected to be for junior firefighters?

Back 18

Teachers, Counselors, and Role Models

Front 19

What is expected of the senior firefighter towards the Company Officer?

Back 19

To support and communicate directives and preferences of the CO

Front 20

Who should mediate minor company level issues?

Back 20

The senior firefighter

Front 21

Do firefighters need to maintain physical conditioning?

Back 21

Yes, and while on duty, participate in organized/individual physical fitness training

Front 22

Who is responsible for checking individual PPE?

Back 22

The firefighter (individual)

Front 23

On emergency scenes, can firefighters suggest Strategy and Tactic changes?

Back 23

Yes, when appropriate

Front 24

In regards to station duties, are firefighters required to clean the station or apparatus?

Back 24

Firefighters need to maintain the station to reflect well on the LFD and they need to show initiative in performing daily duties as assigned to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment

Front 25

While in the capacity of an FFAO, who does the FFAO report to administratively?

Back 25

The CO in the assigned station. If no CO, then the District Officer

Front 26

To be considered eligible for AO, how many hours of riding their assigned apparatus under the direct supervision of the CO must the firefighter complete?

Back 26

120 hours

Front 27

What is a requirement for all new AO’s? Prospective ECU AO’s?

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A recommendation by the Company Officer. For ECU AO’s, recommendation by the Engine CO after consultation with the assigned ECU AO

Front 28

How can a Lieutenant mentor and develop subordinates?

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By setting performance goals, encourage continuing education, and prepare for advancement while instilling integrity and professionalism

Front 29

Why should the Lieutenant initiate and promote training?

Back 29

To encourage and develop tactical decision making skills

Front 30

Who is responsible for ensuring crew members are in appropriate PPE, the apparatus is driven with due regard and seat belts are worn?

Back 30

The Company Officer

Front 31

How many hours are Lt’s required to ride with a DO?

Back 31

24 hours within the first 6 months

Front 32

How many hours are Lt’s required to ride with a Captain?

Back 32

48 hours when staffing allows

Front 33

Who performs member evaluations on EC crews and assigned ECUAO?

Back 33

The In-house Engine Company Officer

Front 34

Who is assigned as a mentor for newly promoted Lieutenants during their first year?

Back 34

Captain in district

Front 35

Who is designated the Apparatus Company Commander for the Engine Company housed with a Ladder Company?

Back 35

The most senior Lt assigned to the Engine Company

Front 36

Who performs company level gear inspections?

Back 36

The Lieutenant (Company Officer)

Front 37

Who ensures the completeness of monthly reports, daily truck check sheets?

Back 37

The Lieutenant (Company Officer)

Front 38

Are Captains responsible for District wide training?

Back 38

Yes, in coordination with the District Officer

Front 39

How many hours of AO training for eligible crew members is a Captain expected to provide?

Back 39

120 hours

Front 40

Can Captains be utilized as Group or Division Supervisors on emergency scenes?

Back 40

Yes

Front 41

In regards to interacting with the Safety Officer, what are Captains expected to do?

Back 41

Act as a liaison

Front 42

In order to fill in for a District Officer, what three requirements must be met by the Captain?

Back 42

Successful completion of the probationary period; Successful completion of a formal Command class; Complete a minimum of 48 hours ride time with a District Officer in 12 hours shifts (minimum of 4 shifts)

Front 43

Who ensures Company Inspections are completed for the station?

Back 43

The Captain

Front 44

Who is the Apparatus Company Commander?

Back 44

The most senior Captain assigned to the apparatus

Front 45

Who determines proper placement of equipment per SOP on an apparatus?

Back 45

The Apparatus Company Commander

Front 46

Who appoints Station Captains?

Back 46

The Fire Chief or his designee

Front 47

Are Station Captains responsible for facilitating conflict resolutions between platoons?

Back 47

Yes, utilizing the performance development tools as needed

Front 48

Who is responsible for ensuring station supplies are ordered, received, inventoried, secured, and recorded?

Back 48

The Station Captain

Front 49

How is company inspections assigned?

Back 49

Evenly among the platoons by the Station Captain

Front 50

When monitoring the overall work performance and work quality of their assigned personnel, what three things are District Officers looking for?

Back 50

Efficiency; Effectiveness; Safety

Front 51

On all emergency scenes, what do District Officers use?

Back 51

The National Incident Management System

Front 52

District Officers must develop, coordinate, and approve work schedules to ensure balanced staffing for what five areas?

Back 52

Roll call; Daily personnel assignments; All units in district are properly manned; Proper certifications; Probationary firefighters are assigned with a proper supervisor

Front 53

What are the four items that District Officers must gather information and complete documentation on?

Back 53

Accidents; Injuries; Complaints from the public; Complaints from within the LFD

Front 54

During their probationary period, District Officers must complete how many hours in the Alarm Room?

Back 54

4 hours

Front 55

What three things must the Senior Major assigned to each District Officer position do?

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Be apprised and inform others about special response issues within the district; Review and approve pre-attacks and staging assignments on target hazards; Determine proper placement of equipment on district vehicl

Front 56

When must Performance Development Forms (PDFs) be completed on all members?

Back 56

Annual basis and on a Fiscal Year basis

Front 57

How long are PDFs for employees kept?

Back 57

The duration of the member’s career with the LFD

Front 58

When utilizing a Mentoring Form, where is the document kept?

Back 58

The form and any supporting documentation shall be kept by the issuing Officer

Front 59

When utilizing a Coaching and Counseling Form, where is the document kept?

Back 59

The form and any supporting documentation shall be forwarded through the C of C to the Administration Chief for storage in member’s personal file. Copies are to be kept by member and immediate Supervisor.

Front 60

What happens after one year for the Coaching and Counseling Form?

Back 60

The form cannot be considered for disciplinary purposes from one year date of signature barring further related incidents.

Front 61

What is the single biggest difference between the role of firefighter and that of an officer?

Back 61

Responsibility of addressing job performance and behavioral issues.

Front 62

What are the three documentation tools used by LFD Officers?

Back 62

Mentoring Form; Coaching and Counseling Form; Oral Warning Form

Front 63

When are Mentoring Forms used?

Back 63

When the Officer wants to handle the issue in-house; When the Officer wants to ensure proof that an issue has been addressed should it reoccur

Front 64

Who keeps the original when a Mentoring Form is completed?

Back 64

Once it is signed, the original is kept with the issuing Officer and a copy given to the subordinate

Front 65

When is a Coaching and Counseling Form used?

Back 65

Issues handled in-house; First and Second occurrences of serious issues; when indicated by the UDG

Front 66

Who keeps the Coaching and Counseling Form original?

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Once signed, it is sent through the subordinate’s Chain-of-Command and entered in the AIMS system. Copies are retained by both the issuing Officer and the subordinate

Front 67

When is the Oral Warning Form used?

Back 67

When issues addressed by a Coaching and Counseling Form reoccur; First and Second occurrences of serious issues; When indicated by the UDG

Front 68

Who keeps the original when an Oral Warning Form is used?

Back 68

Once signed, it is sent through the subordinate’s Chain-of-Command and entered in the AIMS system. Copies are retained by both the issuing Officer and the subordinate

Front 69

What should be included on the three documentation forms?

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The nature of the issue being addressed; How it was addressed and/or corrected; what follow-up is to be done; Training and a non-incident number

Front 70

Define workplace harassment?

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unwelcome verbal or physical conduct that slanders or shows hostility towards an individual because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other factor that is prohibited by applicable law, and which has the purpose or effect of creating a hostile or intimidating environment which interferes with an individual’s work performance or employment opportunities.

Front 71

Are employees required to first complain through their chain of command for alleged harassment?

Back 71

No

Front 72

Who is responsible to maintain the duties of the 210 position in the absence of 210 personnel?

Back 72

Floor Watch Officer

Front 73

What apparatuses is Unit 210 responsible for?

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Surge EC; MC1 stocked and fueled; re-hab supplies on MA1; transport and deploy stabilization equipment on CP1; and all light towers, generators, trailers, and boats are operational ready

Front 74

How long and when should the light towers and generators be ran?

Back 74

15 minutes on that last Saturday of each month

Front 75

Unit 210 should ensure MC1 is connected to the haul vehicle during what weather extremes?

Back 75

Below 30 degrees and above 90 degrees

Front 76

Who has the authority to change an employee’s time to a different leave bank to avoid a negative balance?

Back 76

Payroll Coordinator

Front 77

What happens if a member has zero (0) benefit time in any bank?

Back 77

Marked OP and no compensation

Front 78

Who is responsible for maintaining staffing throughout the shift?

Back 78

The CO

Front 79

What is the primary objective of the Department?

Back 79

Assure all companies are kept on duty at all times

Front 80

What happens if there is inadequate staffing at shift change?

Back 80

The off-going Company Officer shall designate which member shall remain on duty until personnel from the on duty shift or overtime is scheduled to fill the vacancy

Front 81

Who is offered first choice on Overtime for a vacant position during Emergency OT?

Back 81

The member designated to remain on duty

Front 82

What is the procedure for incidents extending past shift change?

Back 82

Remain until relieved. If assigned by AVL due to proximity, the CO request an additional company and mitigate the incident until relieved

Front 83

What chapter of the LFUCG’s Code of Ordinance is the Ethics Act

Back 83

Chapter 25

Front 84

What must all members provide in case of an Emergency Call Back?

Back 84

Telephone number

Front 85

Who maintains the list of emergency call back contacts?

Back 85

The overtime coordinator on each respective shift

Front 86

Where are the Special Operation Team’s phone list kept?

Back 86

Shift Commander’s Office, Platoon Haz-Mat Leader, RS1, Fire Dispatch

Front 87

Anyone placed on light duty as a result of work related injury or illness shall what?

Back 87

Work their normal work schedule

Front 88

Anyone placed on light duty as a result of a non-work related injury or illness shall what?

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Shall be given the opportunity to return to work on light duty on an M-F 0800-1600 schedule approved and determined by the Office of Health and Safety

Front 89

If a member on Modified Duty wants to utilize benefit time, who do they have to obtain permission from to utilize the benefit time?

Back 89

The Shift or Bureau Commander they are assigned to while on Modified Duty

Front 90

What LFUCG Code of Ordinance chapter does smoking and tobacco use fall under?

Back 90

Chapter 14, Sections 97-104

Front 91

Where is smoking permitted on LFD property?

Back 91

Smoking inside any enclosed space on LFD property is prohibited. Outside at all firestations (as long as smoke doesn’t infiltrate into areas where prohibited) and outside of the public eye

Front 92

Is electronic smoking devices permitted?

Back 92

In the fire station apparatus bay areas as long as the smoke doesn’t infiltrate into areas where smoking is prohibited and not in the public eye. This does not include Vehicle Maintenance Shop and Training Academy bay

Front 93

Is throwing cigarette butts and cigars on the ground permitted?

Back 93

No

Front 94

Can you use smokeless tobacco products while in a LFD vehicle or when interacting with the public?

Back 94

No

Front 95

What shall smokeless tobacco users utilize?

Back 95

A container that is opaque and covered to prevent spillage. Using trash receptacles as spittoons is prohibited

Front 96

How shall male hairstyles be kept?

Back 96

Clean, well groomed, and not interfere with normal wearing of the LFD uniform cap, protective head gear, face piece, and or any other safety equipment

Front 97

When combed down, male hair will not…?

Back 97

Fall over the ears or eyebrows or fall below the button shirt collar

Front 98

What are the 3 types of hair styles not permitted for males while on duty?

Back 98

Braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks

Front 99

Are design cuts into the hair allowed?

Back 99

No

Front 100

What is the depth of permitted sideburns and mustaches?

Back 100

3/8” from the face

Front 101

How long can a member’s hair be?

Back 101

Not exceed beyond the eyebrows or cover the ear

Front 102

How low can sideburns extend?

Back 102

Not below the lowest part of the exterior ear opening and not be flared and have a clean shaven horizontal line

Front 103

How long can mustaches be?

Back 103

The mustache will be no more than 3/8” in depth nor interfere with the safe wear and operation of the SCBA facepiece

Front 104

How can females wear their hair?

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The length and bulk of the hair may not be excessive or present an unprofessional image. Hair will be pulled back in a ponytail, bun, or worn down as long as it doesn’t interfere with the duties performed including SCBA wear

Front 105

Are braids permitted for females?

Back 105

Yes

Front 106

Are pins, combs, barrettes, and elastic hair bands permitted for females?

Back 106

Yes as long as they are similar in color to the hair worn

Front 107

What shall not be worn exposed while on duty?

Back 107

Necklaces, crosses, pendants, medallions, and bracelets

Front 108

What type of facial makeup can be worn by members?

Back 108

Non-petroleum based makeup

Front 109

What is not permitted to be worn while on duty?

Back 109

earrings, jewelry, and visible piercings

Front 110

How many rings can a member wear on duty?

Back 110

No more than two and not overly large or ornate

Front 111

Can you undergo extreme body modifications?

Back 111

No

Front 112

What can happen if you have a visible tattoo or brand that may be considered offensive or projects an unprofessional image?

Back 112

May be required to wear long sleeve shirts while on duty

Front 113

All personnel including new hires are prohibited from what?

Back 113

Acquiring a new tattoo or brand on any portion of the body that is visible while wearing required uniforms

Front 114

When appearing in court, what must the employee wear?

Back 114

Class A or Class B uniform unless the Attorney requests no uniform be worn

Front 115

What does MLNO stand for and who is this person?

Back 115

Military Liaison Officer. The position shall be filled by a sworn member of the LFD who is an active or retired member of the US Military Reserve Forces in or above the grade of E6

Front 116

What are the responsibilities of the MLNO?

Back 116

Maintains a secure personnel database including service member’s military unit, drill dates, scheduled annual training dates, deployment info, certification info, and family data

Front 117

What is the military training year dates?

Back 117

October through September

Front 118

What is considered an extended period of active duty?

Back 118

90 days or longer

Front 119

What is Form 211-16

Back 119

Travel Authorization and Advance Request Form

Front 120

What is Form 211-15?

Back 120

Cash Disbursement Request Documentation

Front 121

Is overtime pay authorized while traveling?

Back 121

No, overtime pay is based on hours worked per week, not travel distance

Front 122

In order for an employee requests to attend outside training, what must happen first?

Back 122

It must be approved by the Chief in advance

Front 123

How much reimbursement does the employee get back for mileage, meals, lodging, overtime during attendance to outside training?

Back 123

Any reimbursement must be submitted in advance on Form 211-16 and approved by the Chief

Front 124

What must accompany the Leave Request Slip when an employee wants to participate in outside training?

Back 124

A Special Duty Request Form and Form 211-16, if applicable submitted via Chain of Command

Front 125

Must a member wear the LFD uniform while on Special Duty?

Back 125

No, the Bureau Commander determines appropriateness of duty uniform or non-duty clothing

Front 126

When is the Worker’s Compensation Coverage Request Form used?

Back 126

When the training or event is strictly voluntary and done on the employee’s personal time

Front 127

What KRS regulates the possession of weapons?

Back 127

KRS 65.870

Front 128

What 5 events require all sworn personnel to provide formal notification to the Fire Chief?

Back 128

Being charged with a moving violation; being charged with a misdemeanor; being charged with a felony; being arrested; and issued a legal order which may impair their ability to perform their sworn duties

Front 129

When does the employee need to notify the Fire Chief about one of the five listed events above?

Back 129

Within 24 hours or at the start of shift, whichever is earliest, regardless of work status

Front 130

Can discipline occur from a conviction in any court of a misdemeanor, violation, or felony?

Back 130

Yes

Front 131

When soliciting for outside funds, all funds and contributions will be reported to whom?

Back 131

The LFD Grants Coordinator

Front 132

Who is authorized to sign any agreement or contract for the LFUCG?

Back 132

The Mayor

Front 133

The primary criterion for vehicle assignments is what?

Back 133

Divisional NEED. It is accomplished through the Operations Chief

Front 134

Can Fire personnel who are assigned home fleet vehicle use it off duty?

Back 134

Yes

Front 135

Remittance for mileage reimbursement shall be made when?

Back 135

No later than the 10th of each month to the Fiscal Office

Front 136

Describe appropriate clothing attire to wear while in a home fleet vehicle:

Back 136

Shorts that are not above mid thigh. Shirts shall cover the shoulders and upper portion of the body.

Front 137

A child restraint system shall be used for transporting children when they are?

Back 137

40” in height or less; Eight years in age or under and between 40”-57” get a child booster seat

Front 138

Fire personnel who will be absent for a period of _________ shall turn their home fleet vehicle and keys to their supervisor?

Back 138

2 weeks

Front 139

If you need a wrecker for a LFD vehicle, what must you do?

Back 139

Request Fire Dispatch to contact the Vehicle Maintenance Bureau

Front 140

When is the mileage reimbursements completed?

Back 140

They are completed on a quarterly basis starting July 1 of each year.

Front 141

What is the requirement for being a member of the Peer Support Team?

Back 141

Minimum of four years employment

Front 142

What model will be used for the Peer Support Team?

Back 142

The Mitchell Model for Individual and Group Crisis Intervention

Front 143

How long do PST members serve?

Back 143

Bi-annually

Front 144

Who ensures that the PST maintains an adequate number of prepared personnel?

Back 144

The Office of Health and Safety along with the PST Leader

Front 145

Who can participate in the Volunteer Fire Photographer program?

Back 145

Any CFA graduate or citizen with commensurate fire or EMS experience and authorized by the Chief

Front 146

How many times must a VFP meet with the VFP Program Coordinator?

Back 146

Two times annually

Front 147

Are VFP’s allowed to take pictures of injured or sick private citizens?

Back 147

No

Front 148

Who must firefighters contact in order to get a copy of a photo taken by a VFP?

Back 148

The LFD Archivist

Front 149

Is on scene photography allowed?

Back 149

Yes, at the direction of the IC but pictures become property of the LFD

Front 150

Can photos taken on scene be shared by LFD members?

Back 150

Only with the consent of an Executive Staff member

Front 151

How are personal cell phones to be carried while responding to a scene of an incident?

Back 151

Silent mode. While attending a patient or driving an LFD apparatus (Engine, Ladder, EC, HM, and Rescue) personnel shall not respond to a call, use a Bluetooth, text, check email, or browse the internet.

Front 152

How should ringtones be and what color must the base be?

Back 152

A generic basic tone and case must be plain black in carried on a duty belt

Front 153

Official inter-departmental communications such as Chain of Command letters are accomplished using what form?

Back 153

The LFD Memorandum Form

Front 154

What happens to all memorandums still in effect one year from date of issue?

Back 154

It will be reviewed by the Executive Staff

Front 155

At a minimum, when should employees check their email?

Back 155

Within the first hour they are on duty. The Company Officer shall check the “200 Calendar” as soon as practical at the start of the shift

Front 156

Who is responsible for developing the strategic goals for control of an incident?

Back 156

Command

Front 157

Who is responsible for implementing the tactical assignments to meet the strategic goals?

Back 157

Operations

Front 158

Define Division:

Back 158

Responsible for operations within an assigned geographic area

Front 159

What is a separate safe area away from the incident where resources such as utilities, media, and other needed agencies can meet and confer?

Back 159

An Agency Response Location

Front 160

Define Division A, B, C, D, Roof, Division 5:

Back 160

A- Address Side, Left Side, Rear, Right Side, operations on the roof, 5th floor operations

Front 161

Define Group:

Back 161

A functional designation to conduct a specific task

Front 162

What is a Command Post?

Back 162

An area where the IC can optimally see at least 2 sides of an incident

Front 163

What is a Branch?

Back 163

Established to maintain span of control over a number of Divisions or Groups. A Branch must have at least two Divisions or Groups

Front 164

What are three benefits associated with ICS?

Back 164

Span of Control, Safety, Communications

Front 165

Under span of control, Command will communicate with how many people at one time?

Back 165

5-8 people

Front 166

ICS does several things on the emergency scene, name 5:

Back 166

Develops overall incident action plan, eliminates freelancing, properly places and uses resources, increases firefighters safety, enhances professional image of the LFD

Front 167

What are the five functional areas under ICS?

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Command, Finance, Logistics, Operations, Planning (C-FLOP)

Front 168

IC is responsible for what three positions?

Back 168

Safety, Liaison, PIO

Front 169

If an incident expands and involves several agencies, what does the IC need to do?

Back 169

Expand to follow NIMS standards

Front 170

Accountability is …?

Back 170

A shared responsibility

Front 171

Risk nothing …?

Back 171

To save nothing

Front 172

Risk a little …?

Back 172

To save property

Front 173

Risk a lot …?

Back 173

To save life

Front 174

Personnel already engaged in emergency incident mitigation before transfer of passports and nametags should what?

Back 174

Not forfeit progress solely for the purpose of transferring passports and nametags

Front 175

What shall be completed for all incidents excluding only EMS responses with patient care and transport?

Back 175

NFIRS 1 report

Front 176

What needs to be completed for all patient contacts?

Back 176

An EMS Patient Care Report (PCR)

Front 177

What are the six required monthly forms that need to be completed by every company on duty the first day of each month?

Back 177

Engine Company Inventory, Ladder Company Inventory, ECU Inventory, Daily Drug Checklist, Specialty Company Inventory, District Officer Inventory

Front 178

Where do the Company Inventory Reports go?

Back 178

Shift Commander forwards the Inventory Reports, excluding the Daily Drug Checklist, to the Vehicle Maintenance Office. The Daily Drug Checklist is forwarded to the EMS Office

Front 179

Where do the Monthly Run Summary reports get forwarded to?

Back 179

Since they are maintained on the computer, they do not need to be forwarded

Front 180

What is the minimum number of assigned Captains and Lieutenants to staff front line units (excluding ECU’s)?

Back 180

5 Captains and 10 Lieutenants

Front 181

What are the designated Captain positions?

Back 181

Ladder Companies; 1 Captain on an Engine Co housed without a Ladder Co; 1 Captain on RS1; 1 Captain on Unit 220

Front 182

What are the non-designated Captain positions?

Back 182

Engine Co housed with a Ladder Co; junior Captains on RS1 and Unit 220

Front 183

Who is the Apparatus Company Commander?

Back 183

The most senior officer assigned to the company

Front 184

What are the Apparatus Company Commander’s responsibilities?

Back 184

Overseeing and coordinating across the three platoons regarding issues related to the company

Front 185

What is the order of non-designated Captain’s position removal?

Back 185

First from Engine Co housed with a Ladder Co; then Engine 1; then RS1 and Unit 220

Front 186

What are the factors to consider when transfers are to take place?

Back 186

Factors to consider, but not limited to; ability, performance, experience, certifications, and training. Seniority shall be given due consideration but shall not be controlling except in the instance where all other factors are equal

Front 187

Can the LFD temporarily fill an opening pending final assignment?

Back 187

Yes, but the filling of the assignment shall not extend beyond 30 days unless agreed upon by the LMC

Front 188

When equipment is added to an apparatus, what must happen?

Back 188

It must be color-coded to match company colors

Front 189

What are three things an officer must consider in regards to apparatus inventory?

Back 189

They will be held accountable for all tools and equipment; any damaged or lost equipment shall be reported to the Operations Chief via C of C; No piece of equipment shall be taken off or added to the apparatus without authorization from the Operations Chief

Front 190

Who is on the Vehicle Specifications Committee?

Back 190

Chief or designee, Vehicle Maintenance Office Supervisor, appropriate Bureau Commander or designee, two Firefighters, two Company Officers (one Firefighter or one Officer must be a rep of the Local 526 and one represents the Safety Committee)

Front 191

When assisting a person with access into a building or vehicle, what must LFD document?

Back 191

Verification of the person’s lawful right of access to the property

Front 192

When may apparatus be left parked and unattended?

Back 192

On emergency scenes or while doing company inspections or other job related functions. Any other time it is left parked and not on Departmental property, one sworn member must remain with the apparatus

Front 193

What is the one exception to the policy of leaving one member with the apparatus when parked and not on Department property?

Back 193

Where one or all crew members can maintain visual contact with the apparatus and assure its security

Front 194

Can apparatus be parked in fire lanes?

Back 194

No, unless on an emergency call

Front 195

All requests for hazardous materials pick-ups are forwarded to whom?

Back 195

The Platoon Haz-Mat Leader

Front 196

Who is responsible for obtaining the name of a responsible person for reporting and billing purposes during mitigation and clean-up of a Haz-Mat situation?

Back 196

The Platoon Haz-Mat Leader

Front 197

What type of foam is carried on all engine companies?

Back 197

AFFF. AFFF/AR is the foam of choice for all future purchases

Front 198

All engine companies shall carry how much foam?

Back 198

Two 5 gallon buckets

Front 199

What is the percentage ratio of Class B foam for hydrocarbons and polar solvents?

Back 199

3% for Hydrocarbons and 6% for Polar Solvents

Front 200

What is the percentage range of Class A foam?

Back 200

.3% to .5%

Front 201

What type of foam does E17, E18, and E19 use?

Back 201

Low viscosity AFFF/AR foam

Front 202

What type and how much foam does the Williams Foam Trailer use?

Back 202

Williams Thunderstorm ATC AFFF/AR foam through a self-educting large diameter nozzle at concentrations of 1% and 3% at 1000-4000gpm

Front 203

Who is responsible for obtaining the name and address to bill for expended foam and what is the general guideline?

Back 203

The IC and when two or more 5 gallon buckets are used

Front 204

Where is the Technical Decon line located?

Back 204

The Warm Zone

Front 205

When can entry into the Hot Zone be made?

Back 205

After the Decon line is in place

Front 206

What equipment is needed to set up Emergency Decon?

Back 206

Two ladders, a pike pole, rope, and a tarp. Manned hoseline if water runoff not a concern

Front 207

Who is responsible for setting up emergency decon?

Back 207

First in Engine Company

Front 208

What is the minimum number of Haz Mat Techs needed for Technical Decon?

Back 208

Three Techs in appropriate level of PPE and respiratory protection

Front 209

Who determines wet or dry decon for Technical Decon?

Back 209

Research Officer in concurrence with Decon Officer, Operations Officer, or IC

Front 210

Who is responsible for completing or assigning a report documenting a Haz-Mat incident?

Back 210

The Platoon Hazardous Materials Leader

Front 211

Who maintains a list of registered users for the HSIN?

Back 211

Kentucky Intelligence Fusion Center (KFIC) and the LFD

Front 212

What is a “FOUO” document?

Back 212

For Official Use Only

Front 213

Can FOUO documents be copied or reproduced for personal use?

Back 213

No

Front 214

What will happen if an LFD member passes any information along to media outlets regarding FOUO documents?

Back 214

Discipline

Front 215

How do LFD members report suspicious activity?

Back 215

Fill out the Suspicious Activity Report Form and send it through the Chain-of-Command to the Shift Commander. The Shift Commander will then notify the Special Operations Commander or the Platoon Haz-Mat Leader

Front 216

Who notifies the Fusion Center of suspicious activity after business hours?

Back 216

The Platoon Haz-Mat Leader

Front 217

What is NFPA 1006?

Back 217

Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications

Front 218

What is NFPA 1670?

Back 218

Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents

Front 219

Newly assigned Rescue Team personnel need to meet the required Rescue Tech Certs within what time frame?

Back 219

Within two years of their assignment

Front 220

What are the three mandated requirements for Rescue Tech qualifications?

Back 220

Answer: NFPA 1006 (Chapter 5- Job Performance Requirements); NFPA 1006 (Chapter 6- Rope Rescue); and LFD Rapid Intervention Technician Program

Front 221

Unassigned Rescue Technicians are required to what?

Back 221

Required to participate in 12 hours of formal Rescue training annually (4 hours Rapid Intervention, 4 hours Rope and Rope Systems, 4 hours of an elective discipline) and 12 hours in Structural Collapse

Front 222

Confined Space Rescue Technicians shall comply with the requirements set forth in what OSHA Standard?

Back 222

29 CFR 1910.146

Front 223

Does the LFD provide stand-by rescue services?

Back 223

No

Front 224

In addition to the regular information contained in a NFIRS report, what seven things must be included in a structural collapse report?

Back 224

Utilities shut off/disconnected; Fire Prevention Bureau member who responded; steps taken to mitigate situation; expendable material used in shoring; name of Law Enforcement Officer taking report; disposition of property, other agencies notified

Front 225

Who is responsible for completion of the NFIRS report?

Back 225

Officer of RS1 or the Rescue Engine

Front 226

What is a “missing person search”?

Back 226

The process of looking for a person whose location is not precisely known and may be in distress

Front 227

What is a “Golden Alert”?

Back 227

A search for a person who is known or reported to have an organic brain disorder

Front 228

Who has the overall responsibility of search and rescue operations for a missing person in Fayette County?

Back 228

LFD

Front 229

When is the LFD notified by LPD for a missing person?

Back 229

30 minutes elapse from the time of LPD arrival on scene or there is an immediate at-risk situation

Front 230

What two items are required to be completed by the LFD on all searches in Fayette County?

Back 230

NFIRS 1 and the LFD Lost Person Questionnaire (forwarded to the LFD Search & Rescue Coordinator)

Front 231

If someone is taken against their will, how will the situation be handled?

Back 231

By the LPD per their Special Orders

Front 232

Who needs to be immediately notified on all confirmed “Golden Alerts”?

Back 232

The Search and Rescue Coordinator of the LFD

Front 233

What is KY EM Form 400 and who completes it?

Back 233

The Search and Rescue Mission Report and it is completed by the Bureau Commander of Special Operations

Front 234

What is the LFD’s purpose when responding to incidents in which a protester device connects a person to a stationary object or animal in order to create civil disorder?

Back 234

To remove the device from the individual so they can be taken into custody

Front 235

What are the three circumstances an individual can be extricated from a protester device?

Back 235

The individual is under arrest; the individual will be arrested after the extrication; where there is immediate danger to oneself or others

Front 236

Who can physically remove protester devices?

Back 236

Only those LFD members who have had MCATI training

Front 237

All front line EC units shall be staffed with what?

Back 237

One medic eligible to ride as AO, one second medic, and one EMT

Front 238

When are paramedic students considered permanently assigned as second paramedics?

Back 238

After completing the classroom portion of paramedic training

Front 239

What is the definition of a second medic?

Back 239

Any licensed medic, regardless of AO eligibility, or a medic student who has passed AHA ACLS class

Front 240

What happens to firefighters who are licensed medics upon completion of their probation?

Back 240

Assignment to the ECU

Front 241

To be able to ride as AO on an EC unit or as the medic on an ALS Engine, what must the medic have?

Back 241

Must have completed their medic probationary period and been assigned to an EC for 6 months

Front 242

Who is in charge of patient care?

Back 242

The medic in charge of the EC unit. If there is a senior medic on scene, they may opt to become this person

Front 243

What is the definition of senior paramedic?

Back 243

The medic on scene with the longest continuous service as a medic

Front 244

Who is the LFD’ HIPAA Privacy and Security Compliance Officer and responsible for overseeing the Red Flag Program?

Back 244

The EMS Administrator

Front 245

What are the three criteria needed to transport someone outside of Fayette County?

Back 245

It’s medically appropriate to transport to that hospital; Closest to the scene; DO or Shift Commander approve it

Front 246

What are the two hospitals that we can transport to outside of Fayette County?

Back 246

Georgetown Community and Clark Regional

Front 247

What must be obtained for all EMS transports?

Back 247

A signature

Front 248

For signature requirements on EMS reports, what CFR does the LFD follow?

Back 248

CFR 42 Sections 424.32 (3) and 424.36 (b)

Front 249

What qualifications do sworn members need to consider obtaining before seeking transfer into Community Services?

Back 249

Fire Service Instructor I; AHA CPR Instructor; KY Fire Inspector; 2 year Fire Science degree (or related) (Bachelor or higher preferred); minimum five years on the job

Front 250

When assigned to Community Services, what are seven items sworn members required to obtain?

Back 250

NFPA 1035 Certification (Professional Qualifications for Fire and Life Safety Educator); FEMA PIO Certification (thru G289, G290, and G291); FEMA PIO Instructor I; AHA CPR Instructor; KY Fire Inspector II; three NFA courses related to Prevention, Community Risk Reduction , and Education

Front 251

How long do sworn members in Community Services have to obtain certification requirements?

Back 251

Two years with exception of full NFPA 1035 certifications (a member should already have ability to meet NFPA 1035 Educator I qualifications)

Front 252

If a Community Services member is selected to attend NFPA 1035 Fire and Life Safety Educator II or NFPA 1035 Fire and Life Safety Educator III, how long from selection do they have to meet the requirement?

Back 252

One year for Educator II and two years for Educator III

Front 253

What will be expected of the person when accepted to the Community Services/Public Ed Bureau?

Back 253

That person is willing to alter their scheduled hours to accommodate after hour activities

Front 254

What are the five events classified as Mission Pertinent for CSB personnel?

Back 254

LFD Awards banquet; Neighborhood Association meetings; FOF/LFD Golf Tournament; CFA; CSB required training that extends beyond 40 hours in a week

Front 255

What is NFPA 291?

Back 255

Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants

Front 256

What is the minimum residual pressure for a hydrant to be considered serviceable?

Back 256

20 psi

Front 257

What color are low flow hydrants?

Back 257

Black (caps and bonnets) or bagged and marked accordingly

Front 258

What color barrel are privately owned and maintained hydrants?

Back 258

Red

Front 259

If a complaint is made to the WCO, what is the follow-up time frame from the initial report?

Back 259

Within 7 days of the initial report

Front 260

What is the minimum water main size?

Back 260

8”

Front 261

The hydrant type is?

Back 261

Dry barrel

Front 262

What is the direction of opening for hydrants?

Back 262

Clockwise (Right)

Front 263

For new hydrants, what are the openings on the barrel?

Back 263

Two 4 ½” openings

Front 264

For existing hydrants, what are the opening sizes?

Back 264

Minimum of one 4 ½” opening

Front 265

What is the hydrant depth of bury?

Back 265

3 1/2’ minimum

Front 266

What is the main valve opening size for hydrants?

Back 266

5 ¼” minimum

Front 267

What is the type of inlet for hydrants?

Back 267

6”

Front 268

What is the type of caps for hydrants and the operating nut size?

Back 268

15/16” square nuts with chains, 15/16” square

Front 269

What is the center of outlets to ground for hydrants?

Back 269

18”

Front 270

What is the minimum flow for hydrants within Lexington-Fayette County?

Back 270

1,000GPM

Front 271

Class AA hydrant capacity and colors?

Back 271

>1500 gpm (light blue)

Front 272

Class A hydrant capacity and colors?

Back 272

1000-1499 gpm (green)

Front 273

Class B hydrant capacity and colors?

Back 273

500-999 gpm (orange)

Front 274

Class C hydrant capacity and colors?

Back 274

<500 gpm (red)

Front 275

What color will KAWC maintained barrels be?

Back 275

Chrome yellow

Front 276

What is the difference between a private hydrant and a privately owned hydrant?

Back 276

A private hydrant is owned and maintained by KAW, rented by a property owner. A privately owned hydrant is owned and maintained by the property owner

Front 277

What are the three different types of keys issued from the Fire Marshal’s office?

Back 277

Knox Box (Commercial); Knox Box (Residential or EMS); and Medeco Elevator Box

Front 278

Which type of key issued by the Fire Marshal’s office that are carried by the District Officers?

Back 278

Knox Box (Commercial)

Front 279

Will the Knox Box (Commercial) keys work on (Residential and EMS) boxes?

Back 279

Yes

Front 280

What are required in elevator boxes?

Back 280

A drop key, keys to gain access to mechanical rooms serving the elevators, and a fire service key for every elevator car. There should also be extra fire service keys to be utilized while operating on the floors of the building

Front 281

Will the Medeco key fit any elevator box within KY or are there different kinds?

Back 281

The Medeco key will fit any elevator box in KY

Front 282

Who can feed the accelerant canine?

Back 282

No one but the handler

Front 283

What fire station is the accelerant canine housed at?

Back 283

None. It stays at the handler’s home

Front 284

What are the suggested training needed to apply to the Fire Investigation Bureau?

Back 284

Arson I, II, III, or IAAI Fire Investigation Technician course, or 35 tested hours in a recognized Fire Investigators Basic course; completion of 15 additional online training (CFI Trainer.net); seven years on the job

Front 285

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many years do you have to complete the Fire/Arson Origin and Cause course?

Back 285

Two years

Front 286

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many years do you have to complete the “Certified Fire Investigator” certification?

Back 286

Five years

Front 287

Once assigned to the investigation Bureau, how many years do you have to complete the “Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator” certification?

Back 287

Five years

Front 288

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many years to you have to complete the “Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator” certification?

Back 288

Five years

Front 289

What class must be attended and completed with the LPD when assigned to the Investigation Bureau?

Back 289

Arson Investigator Basic Academy

Front 290

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many years do you have to attend the Forensics Evidence and Collection course?

Back 290

Five years

Front 291

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many years do you have to obtain the “Fire Prevention Inspector” certification?

Back 291

One year

Front 292

Once assigned to the Investigation Bureau, how many retests are authorized in order to obtain certification and be paid for by the LFD?

Back 292

One re-test

Front 293

What is the Internal Affairs Bureau empowered to do?

Back 293

Respond appropriately to allegations of inefficiency, misconduct, insubordination or violation of law by any of its sworn members, and to complaints about the LFD response to community needs

Front 294

Who is responsible to ensure the inventory sheet is correct in regards to reserve apparatus?

Back 294

The Station Officer assigned to the station where the apparatus is quartered

Front 295

What needs to happen when returning a Reserve apparatus?

Back 295

It needs to be cleaned, fueled, and made ready for service

Front 296

What is NFPA 1404?

Back 296

Standard for Fire Department Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Program

Front 297

What is NFPA 1500?

Back 297

Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program

Front 298

Does the LFD use a Qualitative or Quantitative Fit Test?

Back 298

Quantitative

Front 299

When does the LFD fit test SCBAs?

Back 299

Annually, any time new types of SCBA are used, or as needed

Front 300

What is a Signal 15?

Back 300

Bomb threat

Front 301

What is a Code Blue?

Back 301

Cardiac arrest

Front 302

What is a Code 28?

Back 302

Psychiatric or belligerent person

Front 303

What is the only appropriate response to a Signal 77 announcement if no emergency exists?

Back 303

Signal 78

Front 304

When communicating with outside agencies, what type of communication needs to be used?

Back 304

Plain language

Front 305

In regards to computer usage, all employees are responsible for what two things?

Back 305

All activities utilizing their assigned Username and Password

Front 306

What needs to happen prior to personal or individually owed computers being used while on LFD facilities?

Back 306

They need to be registered with the LFD Information Technology Section

Front 307

How shall all communications be initially attempted?

Back 307

Utilizing the Public Safety 800 MHz Radio System

Front 308

If unable to reach Fire Dispatch with a portable radio, what is the wireless telephone number to use?

Back 308

859-425-2222. Enter personal PIN# and dial 5692

Front 309

Direct-dialed calls over _____ shall be documented?

Back 309

2 minutes

Front 310

How is wireless equipment carried on apparatus?

Back 310

Turned on and in a charged state

Front 311

What needs to be utilized to record the nature of a malfunctioning radio and detailing the actions preceding the malfunction?

Back 311

A red Out of Service/Repair Request tag

Front 312

Who inspects buildings for training burn potential?

Back 312

Health and Safety Supervisor, Operations Chief, and Training Chief

Front 313

What is NFPA 1403?

Back 313

Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions

Front 314

What must accompany trainees from other jurisdictions who are participating in the fire training burn?

Back 314

A supervisory Officer

Front 315

What is the minimum level required for PPE when training with hose lines, ground ladders or aerial devices, or when the exercise is above or below ground level?

Back 315

Helmet and gloves

Front 316

What is the minimum number of training hours that personnel need per month?

Back 316

10 hours

Front 317

What is the minimum number of training hours firefighters need to obtain the maximum credit for ISO standards?

Back 317

240 training hours

Front 318

What is the minimum number of hours to be eligible for state training incentive?

Back 318

100 hours/year. Of the 100 hours, only 25 can be EMS and 25 on-line

Front 319

What date do the training rosters need to be entered to meet to 100 hour requirement?

Back 319

December 15th of each calendar year

Front 320

Are recruit firefighters with prior service and/or eligibility in the incentive pay program allowed to receive incentive pay while in the Academy?

Back 320

Yes, as soon as all necessary state requirements have been met or confirmed

Front 321

What is the difference between Recruit firefighters and Probationary firefighters?

Back 321

Recruits are non-sworn employees who are currently attending the Training Academy. Probationary firefighters are sworn employees who have graduated the Academy and have started their 12 month probationary period on the fire line

Front 322

Can Recruits use VC time?

Back 322

No VC and cannot request HT, except for emergency leave situations

Front 323

When can sworn employees use VC?

Back 323

After the first 6 months of the 12 month probationary period

Front 324

When can Probationary firefighters use HT or CT?

Back 324

Anytime during their 12 month probationary period so long as it doesn’t jeopardize their on the job training and evaluation

Front 325

Who can Probationary firefighter’s trade time with?

Back 325

Other probationary firefighters

Front 326

What is NFPA 1500?

Back 326

Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program

Front 327

What is NFPA 1521?

Back 327

Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer

Front 328

What is NFPA 1403?

Back 328

Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions

Front 329

Who is on the Safety Committee?

Back 329

Chaired by the Office of Health and Safety Supervisor and consist of 3 Fire Administration and 3 BUMs (bargaining unit members) one of which must be a L526 representative

Front 330

Who maintains our medical surveillance files?

Back 330

The LFUCG Health Services Advisor

Front 331

How do you view your Medical File?

Back 331

Request an appointment and view in the presence of the Health Services Advisor in their presence

Front 332

What happens to Supervisors who cover up alcohol or drug usage of workers on duty?

Back 332

Disciplinary action

Front 333

What program does the LFD use in regards to PPE inspection, care, and maintenance?

Back 333

LFD Protective Clothing Specifications

Front 334

Who is on the Accident Review Committee?

Back 334

Risk Management Rep, LPD Rep. LFD Rep, Fleet Service Rep, Mayor’s Office/CAO Rep, Public Works Rep

Front 335

Who do you need to notify via a letter for all vehicle and equipment damage requiring an SP-302S?

Back 335

Chain of Command to the Operations Chief, Office of Health and Safety Supervisor, and the Vehicle Maintenance Office

Front 336

Must everyone wear a seat belt while the vehicle is in motion?

Back 336

Yes unless patient care is being administered

Front 337

What must personnel wear when working in proximity of power tools and equipment?

Back 337

Protective clothing and eye protection

Front 338

How often is a Physicians Medical Release Form required when placed on Modified Duty while trying to conceive?

Back 338

Every three months

Front 339

What is the work schedule for an individual assigned to Modified Duty due to trying to conceive or who have become pregnant?

Back 339

Assigned to a 40 hour work week. They will not be assigned any duties in extreme hot or cold weather environments not be exposed to any IDLH atmospheres

Front 340

What is the assigned uniform when on Modified Duty while pregnant?

Back 340

A maternity uniform designated by the assigned Bureau Commander

Front 341

What must be provided to nursing mothers?

Back 341

Room with locked doors and no windows or windows with blinds

Front 342

Are bathrooms authorized as nursing rooms?

Back 342

No

Front 343

Will the member’s seniority time be affected after giving birth?

Back 343

No. Any leave time or FMLA utilized shall not count against seniority time or promotion service time

Front 344

Can breast milk be stored in station refrigerators?

Back 344

Yes

Front 345

Hearing protection shall have a noise reduction rating of what?

Back 345

28 decibels

Front 346

What must be worn in the vicinity of a roadway?

Back 346

High visibility approved clothing

Front 347

Does bunker gear meet the standards of high visibility safety wear?

Back 347

No

Front 348

Who shall hold the position of station officer?

Back 348

A Lieutenant or Captain at each individual station

Front 349

When a station officer determines special assignments for crews, can they decline or refuse to complete the task?

Back 349

No. The assignment is not an option and will be carried out in a timely fashion

Front 350

Who can receive employee recognition from persons outside the LFD?

Back 350

Any sworn member with the rank of Lieutenant or higher

Front 351

What form shall be used when gathering information for employee recognition?

Back 351

Employee Recognition/Complaint Form

Front 352

The prospective FFAO shall complete how many hours of apparatus specific ride time?

Back 352

120 hours

Front 353

Define Ride Time.

Back 353

Those hours where the employee is assigned to ride in the designated position under the direct supervision of an Officer or ECU FFAO

Front 354

Where shall ride time hours be documented?

Back 354

On the FFAO/Lt/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form

Front 355

Who completes the FFAO/Lt/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form for a prospective ECU FFAO?

Back 355

The In-house Engine Company Officer after consulting with the supervising ECU FFAO

Front 356

Where will the FFAO/Lt/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form be filed?

Back 356

In the Shift Commander’s office

Front 357

How long shall the FFAO/Lt/Captain Ride Time Professional Development Form remain on file?

Back 357

10 years or until the member is promoted to the rank of District Officer

Front 358

Upon completion of the required ride time hours, what should the supervising Company Officer do?

Back 358

Send a memo through the Chain-of-Command to the Shift Commander indicating satisfactory or unsatisfactory performance

Front 359

What needs to happen if the supervising Company Officer indicates unsatisfactory performance?

Back 359

The memo shall be accompanied by an explanation and recommendations for additional training. The memo will then be filed in the members’ Professional Development File

Front 360

During their probationary period, Lieutenants shall complete how many hours of ride time with their assigned District Officer?

Back 360

24 hours broken into two 12 hour shifts

Front 361

Does ride time with a District Officer require documentation?

Back 361

No

Front 362

How many hours of ride time do new Lieutenants have to complete with a Captain?

Back 362

48 hours

Front 363

When does new Lieutenants ride time need to be completed by?

Back 363

During their first year

Front 364

In order for a Captain to be able to ride as a District Officer, how many hours of ride time under a District Officer do they need to complete?

Back 364

48 hours completed over a minimum of four shifts

Front 365

What are the in-house duties?

Back 365

Monday- floors; Tuesday- bay day; Wednesday- kitchen; Thursday- windows; Friday- yard; Saturday- apparatus

Front 366

What shall be maintained throughout the shift as it relates to LFD business at each station?

Back 366

A log book

Front 367

What are the eight things that must be entered into a log book?

Back 367

Each company assigned to the station; Personnel assigned to each company, their status and radio assignment; all personnel/visitors entering and exiting the station; all responses by companies; equipment issues; fuel purchases including gallons received; pertinent weather reports; hydrant and sprinkler notifications

Front 368

When the station is unoccupied, what must happen?

Back 368

Exterior doors locked, windows down, appliances off

Front 369

What must be done when long distance calls are made using station telephones?

Back 369

The call must be recorded in the station log book

Front 370

How does an LFD employee answer the phone?

Back 370

Identify location, rank, and name

Front 371

When should a Company Officer Fire Reports be filled out?

Back 371

Multiple alarm fires; fire fatality; anytime the IC deems it necessary

Front 372

When must the Company Officer Fire Report be completed by?

Back 372

Prior to leaving the tour of duty

Front 373

When requested or required, who completes a Company Officer Fire Report?

Back 373

All units on scene

Front 374

If a NFIRS is found to contain errors, who does the member contact to have the report opened to make corrections?

Back 374

Shift Commander’s Aide or System Administrator

Front 375

Details are classified under what NFIRS incident code?

Back 375

FOTS

Front 376

What type of runs does a “Detail” entail?

Back 376

Standing By; providing education; EMS assistance; fire protection, other emergency assistance

Front 377

When is a post mortem necessary?

Back 377

All multiple fires; fire fatality; technical rescues; when Staff Officer orders one

Front 378

The officer assigned to do the post mortem should gather what information for the post mortem?

Back 378

Engineer’s report; Officer’s report; copy of NFIRS form, Fire Prevention report or Fire Investigation report; any other pertinent reports

Front 379

Where is the CAD system used to draw the post mortems located?

Back 379

Station One Floorwatch office

Front 380

Where are Post Mortem drawings stored?

Back 380

Training Academy

Front 381

All records request must go through whom?

Back 381

The Custodian of Records or the appropriate Bureau Commander

Front 382

What are the 6 agencies that copies of Inspection/Investigation Reports, NFIRS, and EMS reports must be made available to?

Back 382

Hazardous Materials Office, LFUCG Division of Police, LFUCG Division of Risk Management, Fayette County Coroner’s Office, KY State Fire Marshal’s Office, KY State Police

Front 383

EMS Reports are to be released to whom?

Back 383

Patient named in the report, their attorney or guardian, executor of the estate, or other properly designated person in accordance to HIPAA

Front 384

What must happen first before reports are to be released to the news media and others in the general public?

Back 384

Information related to insurance data or of a personal nature is blocked out prior to release

Front 385

Can open or pending investigation reports be released?

Back 385

No, except to the 6 agencies relating to an official investigation or site evaluation

Front 386

In closed cases, what form can be released to news media and general public provided insurance data and names of victims are blocked out?

Back 386

Investigation Report Form 72C

Front 387

How many days must open records request be answered by (but not delivered)?

Back 387

3 working days

Front 388

To be considered for overtime openings, sworn members must be?

Back 388

On duty

Front 389

Are individuals on Modified Duty considered on duty or off duty for scheduling overtime purposes?

Back 389

Off duty

Front 390

How do individuals on Modified Duty receive overtime?

Back 390

Only approved for attending Con-Ed classes, in-services, events that are mandatory and cannot be completed while on duty. All these must not conflict with member’s work restrictions

Front 391

When will all overtime be reset?

Back 391

End of the pay period including January 1 annually

Front 392

Members shall be considered available to fill overtime for what period of time?

Back 392

The period of time allowing the member to be off duty 12 hours before and 12 hours after the OT opening

Front 393

Who determines which platoon is offered overtime openings that begin prior to or extends past 1900 hours?

Back 393

The Shift Commander

Front 394

What is the total number of hours of scheduled continuous OT hours an employee can work?

Back 394

14 continuous hours unless due to extenuating circumstances

Front 395

When can probationary firefighters be permitted to work OT?

Back 395

When they complete 6 months on the fire line

Front 396

If an OT assignment is accepted but cannot be worked as scheduled, what happens to said individual?

Back 396

They must contact the Shift Commanders office ASAP and they will be charged for twice the hours scheduled to work

Front 397

What is supposed to happen when an employee makes no selection for an overtime offering?

Back 397

Employee receives an email whenever hours are added to their balance

Front 398

Where is available overtime posted?

Back 398

On the LFD Intranet under “Links” on the front page

Front 399

When the need arises that overtime must be filled expediently and by the best means possible, are members charged for the offered overtime if they decline?

Back 399

No

Front 400

Who is offered overtime first?

Back 400

The member with the least amount of hours and meets the qualifications

Front 401

What happens to an employee who refuses to report to a change in overtime assignment?

Back 401

It is grounds for discipline. Action taken defined as Tardy/Late/AWOL and Insubordination

Front 402

If a member who removes themselves from the OT list and wishes to be reinstated, where will they be placed at on the list and what date?

Back 402

Hours set to the current maximum and effective date will be the first shift day of the following month

Front 403

The responsibility of filling out the time card accurately is with whom?

Back 403

First with the employee and secondly with the immediate supervisor

Front 404

If a person stays over an hour on a shift, will they record on their time card 25 hours as compared to 24 hours?

Back 404

Negative (No more than 24 hours recorded in a 24 hour block)

Front 405

What information goes on the back of time cards?

Back 405

AO pay, EMS pay, extra-OT pay, workback

Front 406

When putting information on the back of the time card, what shall each entry have included?

Back 406

Date, time worked, unit, and incident number. If a workback is used, include the workback’s employee number

Front 407

Can multiple days be put on the same electronic Leave Request Form?

Back 407

No

Front 408

If a leave request is submitted for SD consideration, what else needs to be indicated on the form?

Back 408

The benefit time code the employee is willing to use if SD is not granted

Front 409

When must an employee notify the Shift Commander’s office via the electronic Leave Request Form for Leave request (VC/HT) for the upcoming duty day?

Back 409

During their regular two days off. This request may be made up until 2000 hours the day prior to their regularly scheduled duty day

Front 410

If benefit slots are not available, what can the employee use?

Back 410

Sick time or trade time. CT/AOT is not permitted to be scheduled during this time

Front 411

When shall a person request time off duty for military service provide their orders?

Back 411

No less than 30 days prior to the time requested off

Front 412

What are the codes used for Military Leave time?

Back 412

ML (LFUCG paid time off) MV, MH, MC, MO (Vacation, Holiday, Comp Time, Off Payroll for other military time request outside LFUCG paid time off)

Front 413

What code shall be used for an employee on deployment over 30 days?

Back 413

SW

Front 414

When is the latest time you can turn in a leave request slip when utilizing trade time?

Back 414

No later than the last duty day prior to the date the trade time is to take effect

Front 415

When must personnel repay trade time?

Back 415

Within 6 months or upon complaint

Front 416

Who can trade time with others?

Back 416

Employees can trade time with other sworn employees per the CBA (Firefighters with firefighters, Lt’s and Capt’s regardless of grade or step, and probationary firefighters with other probationary firefighters)

Front 417

Who is responsible to ensure an email confirmation is sent to the District Major and Shift Commander when utilizing trade time?

Back 417

The employee taking off ensures that the employee covering the absence provides the email

Front 418

What happens when the covering employee calls in sick?

Back 418

That employee’s sick balance will be docked. Remainder of time will still be owed

Front 419

What happens if the covering member cannot fulfill the trade time assignment?

Back 419

That member is responsible to ensure that the assignment is covered by a member of equal certifications and qualifications

Front 420

What is the latest an employee can call in to the Shift Commander’s Office for emergency sick leave?

Back 420

No later than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled shift

Front 421

Who is responsible for completing the Leave Request Form when emergency sick leave is requested?

Back 421

The member receiving the request

Front 422

What happens to the employee who calls in for emergency sick leave after 0630 but before 0700?

Back 422

The employee receives a Coaching and Counseling for the first incident and progressive actions for future issues

Front 423

What happens if SI leave absence lasts longer than three consecutive calendar days or if LFUCG suspects the BUM of abusing SI leave

Back 423

LFUCG may require written medical documentation substantiating the need for absence prior to the BUM returning to work

Front 424

For next of kin notifications, what is definition of next of kin?

Back 424

Spouse of the member

Front 425

Broadcasting a members’ name over the radio system is prohibited except for what situation?

Back 425

A Mayday situation

Front 426

When will the LFD try to notify kin?

Back 426

1 hour for those residing in Fayette County, 2 hours for those outside the local area

Front 427

What assignments need to be made as soon as possible upon notification that a member has died?

Back 427

Honor Guard Commander, PIO, Chaplain, Family Liaison, Staff Officer Liaison as defined in the Honor Guard Manual

Front 428

What are the four types of funeral honors that can be provided?

Back 428

Type I (Active member on duty); Type II (Active member off duty); Type III (Retiree); Type IV (Civilian Employee/Other Professional)

Front 429

If approved, who does a solicitor need to notify for project and funding planning?

Back 429

The Grants Administration

Front 430

Flags shall be raised at what time and lowered at what time?

Back 430

At 0700 hours and lowered at sunset unless the flag is illuminated

Front 431

Where is the order posted of a direction from the President or the Governor to lower or raise the flag?

Back 431

Front page of the Intranet

Front 432

How is the flag raised?

Back 432

Briskly

Front 433

How are flags worn on our uniforms?

Back 433

Positioned on the right shoulder using the reverse design so that the union field faces the front

Front 434

What happens to flags on Memorial Day?

Back 434

Flag is lowered to half-mast at 0700 and raised to full height at 1200 hours

Front 435

Where are LFD worn out US flags sent?

Back 435

Training Academy for proper disposal

Front 436

For CISM, what is the model each team member must be trained in?

Back 436

The Mitchell Model of Critical Incident Stress Management

Front 437

How many EAP visits can an employee or spouse use?

Back 437

5 visits per occurrence annually

Front 438

What are the five avenues of CISM?

Back 438

Peers (most welcome and powerful); PST, LFD Chaplain; KCCRB (KY Community Crisis Response Board); and EAP

Front 439

When should a defusing process occur?

Back 439

This small group process ideally should be done with 8 hours after the incident

Front 440

In regards to a CISD, when should it occur and who will conduct the debriefing?

Back 440

Within 24-72 hours of the event and will be conducted by non-LFD personnel

Front 441

What are the two reasons subpoenas are served to the Department?

Back 441

For our personnel to appear in court on official Departmental matters and to request records

Front 442

Who is the primary recipient of all subpoenas?

Back 442

Administrative Principal

Front 443

What happens if a subpoena is served within 72 hours of the appearance date?

Back 443

The member receiving the subpoena needs to immediately make voice contact and support by electronic copy

Front 444

Subpoenas related to personnel will be scanned and emailed to whom?

Back 444

All involved members and appropriate Bureau Commanders

Front 445

The employee’s final paycheck shall be withheld by the Payroll Coordinator until what happens?

Back 445

All Division issued equipment is returned and a copy of the signed Retirement Out-Processing Check Off Form is turned in

Front 446

After submitting a letter of resignation to the Fire Chief, what happens?

Back 446

An Exit Interview must be scheduled

Front 447

When a higher ranking officer expresses to a current IC that they are taking over, what must the current IC update?

Back 447

What has happened; Incident Action Plan; Current units status and operations; Injured or trapped individuals; Actions to control the incident

Front 448

When higher ranking Officers arrive on scene, command is transferred how?

Back 448

Transparently

Front 449

Where does the Company Officer’s nametag be placed at the beginning of the shift?

Back 449

First or uppermost on the passport followed by the members of the crew

Front 450

Where does the Engineer keep their nametag?

Back 450

On their helmet until assigned to a task or company

Front 451

How is relief accomplished for crews on an incident?

Back 451

By company and not on an individual basis

Front 452

Who is responsible for ensuring that nametags of all personnel responding with the apparatus are properly affixed to the passport?

Back 452

The Company Officer

Front 453

What companies have two passports?

Back 453

Ladder Companies and RS1

Front 454

What is the makeup of Ladder Companies or RS1 when 4 or more crew members are present?

Back 454

Ladder X/RS1 will be Company Officer and member and Ladder 2X/RS21 will be driver and member

Front 455

The IC shall require the transfer of passports and nametags for the following situations:

Back 455

All structure fires with 1 ¾” line; any haz-mat incident; any Technical rescue; at a wildland fire where IC does not have visual contact with personnel; any time IC deems transfer warranted

Front 456

Where is the passports placed prior to arrival of District Officer?

Back 456

Initial Status Board of the initial operating Engine Company

Front 457

The Accountability Board shall be labeled with the following 6 areas:

Back 457

Front Crosslay; Rear Crosslay; Left Rear Preconnect; Right Rear Preconnect; Primary Search; Ventilation

Front 458

How many firefighters need to be on scene prior to interior attack operations?

Back 458

At least 4 firefighters

Front 459

Fire companies of only three crew members who arrive on a fire scene first can perform what type of activities?

Back 459

Immediate rescue and investigating incipient fires

Front 460

The Company Officer should give a status report on interior operations within how many minutes of starting the interior attack?

Back 460

Within 5 minutes

Front 461

What are the three things a Company Officer shall report when responding to an Accountability check?

Back 461

Company designation and # of crew members; Position of crew including floor number; Status of crew

Front 462

What are the three methods of keeping in contact?

Back 462

Voice, visual, and touch

Front 463

Radios operating of the fire ground shall be kept how?

Back 463

The scanning function disabled, keypads locked, and be on the assigned talk group

Front 464

How is the Accountability Officer dressed on a fire scene?

Back 464

In full gear without SCBA

Front 465

How often are Accountability checks?

Back 465

Every 10 minutes. If after 12 minutes, Fire Dispatch will need to remind the IC

Front 466

What is the first priority when entering Rehab?

Back 466

To secure a full SCBA

Front 467

How many personnel constitute a phantom company?

Back 467

2 to 5

Front 468

What is the number for phantom companies?

Back 468

#41

Front 469

How many extra individual nametags are kept in the Shift Commanders office?

Back 469

Two

Front 470

Who is responsible for the replacement of lost or damaged passports?

Back 470

The Office of Health and Safety

Front 471

In terms of the Personnel Accountability System, what does each District Officer and HM1 carry?

Back 471

2 status boards, 2 blank passports, 5 blank nametags, other materials related to the PAS

Front 472

In terms of the Personnel Accountability System, what does the Shift Commander carry?

Back 472

8 status boards, 5 blank passports, 10 blank nametags, other related materials

Front 473

When an evacuation signal is ordered, what do all companies need to do?

Back 473

Sound their air horn in one second intervals for thirty seconds

Front 474

When an evacuation signal is ordered, what shall Fire Dispatch do?

Back 474

Immediately sound evacuation alert over Dispatch group and Scene tactical group for ten seconds

Front 475

What do companies inside the structure do when evacuation is called?

Back 475

Exit structure, retrieve their passport, and Company Officer report to their Division or Group Supervisor or IC face to face

Front 476

What does LUNAR stand for in regards to a Mayday declaration?

Back 476

Location, Unit, Needs, Assignment, Resources

Front 477

If a Mayday is declared but not acknowledged, the unit declaring the Mayday should reattempt after waiting how long?

Back 477

5 seconds

Front 478

Activation of a member’s EDB (emergency declaration button) causes what to happen?

Back 478

It places the member’s radio off the tactical group and directly to the Dispatch console EMER group

Front 479

What should all LFD members know in regards to the Talk-Around groups?

Back 479

EDB is non-functional

Front 480

When an emergency is declared, how many times does Dispatch attempt to contact the unit?

Back 480

2 times on EMER group, then 2 times on Dispatch, then Tactical talk group

Front 481

What is the only appropriate response to give when Dispatch states “Unit #, Signal 77”?

Back 481

“Unit #, Signal 78”

Front 482

If there is a negative response for a Signal 77, what additional units are dispatched?

Back 482

1 Engine, 1 Ladder, 1 EC unit, 1 District Officer, Signal 7 Police response (dispatched on DO’s Tactical channel)

Front 483

What is the investigative time frame if a company is going to investigate a Signal 77?

Back 483

60 seconds

Front 484

The Emergency Alert tone can be cancelled by Fire Dispatch for one of the following two reasons?

Back 484

IC’s order, after confirmation of the safety of affected personnel

Front 485

What 4 things define a Hazardous Atmosphere?

Back 485

Toxic; Oxygen deficient; Super heated; Contaminated by solids

Front 486

SCBA shall be worn when?

Back 486

Atmosphere is hazardous; suspected of being hazardous; may rapidly become hazardous

Front 487

How many people are required to remain outside the area when SCBA is used?

Back 487

One person

Front 488

Are contact lenses permitted

Back 488

Only soft contacts

Front 489

What type of facial hair is not permitted?

Back 489

Facial hair which interferes or may compromise the face-to-face seal or the operation of the exhalation valve on the full face piece of the SCBA

Front 490

What is the first company taken out of service?

Back 490

A list approved by the Fire Chief shall be maintained and referenced

Front 491

In regards to coverage for sick call-ins or late personnel, what is mandatory?

Back 491

Off-going personnel remain on duty until released by the off-going Company Officer

Front 492

What are the 9 Out of Service reasons given to Fire Dispatch?

Back 492

OOS for Administration; OOS for Equipment; OOS for Mechanical Unscheduled; OOS for Mechanical Scheduled; OOS for Training (Paramedic Class); OOS for Training Scheduled; OOS for Staffing (Surge Apparatus); OOS for Staffing (Under Staffed); OOS for Other (Not Classified)

Front 493

What OOS code is used only for the training of new paramedics and not continuing EMS education?

Back 493

OOS for Training (Paramedic Class)

Front 494

Should first responders place themselves OOS to pick up personnel after loaning a crew member to an ECU for transport?

Back 494

No

Front 495

What is the dispatch order for a first full Private alarm during Plan B?

Back 495

2 Engines and 1 District Officer

Front 496

How long shall a Plan B implementation last?

Back 496

4 hours and re-evaluated

Front 497

Pump drains shall be opened for a minimum for how long on apparatus day?

Back 497

60 seconds for removal of debris and corrosion

Front 498

What type of lubricant do you use for track areas?

Back 498

Dry silicone lubricant. No oil or grease

Front 499

How often do you check the ONSPOT system?

Back 499

Once a week. Start vehicle; move it forward 3-5mph and turn on the Onspot chains. Count to 5 and turn chains off

Front 500

On Apparatus Day, what needs to happen to the soft suction?

Back 500

It shall be removed from the intake and strainer visibly inspected for debris and corrosion

Front 501

Who initiates Move-Ups and who temporarily re-allocates the resources to provide adequate coverage for the county?

Back 501

The Shift Commander and Station One Officers

Front 502

If Station One officers are out of quarters what happens for move-ups?

Back 502

A District Officer reports to the Shift Commander’s office

Front 503

If E23 is going to be off the property at Bluegrass Station when needed for flight operations stand-by, who will move up to Station 23 for coverage?

Back 503

E17

Front 504

Is a NFIRS requested for move-ups?

Back 504

No

Front 505

What are the primary responsibilities for Engine Companies?

Back 505

Reaching the seat of the fire and extinguishing it or immediate search and rescue

Front 506

What is more important for the other arriving companies, back-up line or assisting with initial line placement?

Back 506

Assisting with initial line placement

Front 507

What is the primary responsibility of the 2nd due Engine?

Back 507

Ensure a positive water source is secured (usually by the initial two Engine drivers)

Front 508

Is a backup line mandatory?

Back 508

Yes

Front 509

What is the maximum number of hose lines through a standard doorway or stairway?

Back 509

Two

Front 510

Anytime 2 ½” hose is deployed, what needs to happen?

Back 510

At least one additional non-Ladder company shall be assigned to assist with placement and advancement

Front 511

What are the three considerations when selecting 1 ¾” pre-connect hose?

Back 511

Most single and multiple dwellings where fire is contained to one unit; fire is contained to open area less than 25’X 25’; brush fires, dumpster fires, and vehicle fires

Front 512

What are the four considerations when selecting 2 ½” pre-connect hose?

Back 512

Large family dwellings or multiple units involved; heavy ground floor fire involvement or multiple compartments involved; commercial structures; ADULTS

Front 513

When are booster lines appropriate to use on scenes?

Back 513

Small, exterior nuisance trash fires or scene wash-downs

Front 514

What does the ADULTS acronym stand for?

Back 514

Advanced, Defensive, Undetermined/Unknown, Large, Tons of water, Standpipe

Front 515

What considerations need to be taken into account in limited access areas?

Back 515

Delaying the supply line until 1st due ladder (and possibly 2nd due) is on scene and positioned

Front 516

Who should approach a fire scene from a different direction?

Back 516

3rd due Engine

Front 517

What does the RIT Engine need to do upon arrival to a fire scene?

Back 517

Report to Command

Front 518

What are the main tactical functions of the Ladder Company?

Back 518

Rescue, Ventilation, Access, and Loss Control

Front 519

What is the primary responsibility of the Ladder Company?

Back 519

Gain control of the structure through ventilation and access of the structure for the safety of Department personnel and civilians in need of rescue

Front 520

When the secondary passport is used for the Ladder Company, where is the Operator assigned?

Back 520

Only to exterior functions

Front 521

How will the pin-able waterway be carried?

Back 521

Pinned to the fly section

Front 522

How will the ladder waterways be carried?

Back 522

With the 1000gpm fog tip attached

Front 523

How will Tower Ladder waterways be carried?

Back 523

The 2000gpm fog nozzle attached to the main turret with stack tips mounted to the manual operated turret

Front 524

How are manually operated external waterway valves on Ladder companies carried? Internal electronic waterway valves?

Back 524

In the closed position; open position

Front 525

What must be in place prior to and during the opening of the manual external waterway inlet valve or pump discharge valve?

Back 525

An operator will be positioned on the aerial device turntable at the controls

Front 526

What must be in place whenever elevated streams are in operation?

Back 526

An operator will remain on the turntable

Front 527

For incidents, what does the Ladder Company have priority from all companies?

Back 527

To position on Side Alpha

Front 528

Where should the second due Ladder position?

Back 528

To the rear of the structure or stage with an access route to the rear

Front 529

What is the first arriving Ladder’s priority?

Back 529

Performing ventilation on the structure to control the spread of fire and lessen interior conditions. If rescue is needed, the ladder company needs to ensure another company performs ventilation

Front 530

While performing rescue operations, where does the first arriving Ladder need to emphasize their search?

Back 530

Conducting operations above the fire when required

Front 531

On working structure fires, what needs to be ensured by the Ladder Operator?

Back 531

The outriggers are set and the apparatus is positioned and ready for ventilation, rescue, or elevated stream placement

Front 532

What two operations should the Ladder Company do once initial operations are covered?

Back 532

Provide interior and exterior lighting; establish a tool resource location

Front 533

How are master streams most effective?

Back 533

When their angle of attack is at or below the base of the fire

Front 534

What is the 2nd due Ladder’s duty on a structure fire?

Back 534

In the absence of specific orders from the IC, work in support of the 1st due Ladder’s operations

Front 535

When changing operational modes from offensive to defensive, how shall master streams be directed?

Back 535

Not into any structure unless directly ordered by IC/Operations and after accountability check

Front 536

Ladder company personnel operating master streams from the tip of the ladder shall do what 4 things?

Back 536

Wear full PPE with SCBA; be anchored to a secure point; Maintain member on turntable; Utilize fold down safety steps

Front 537

What shall the EC Officer order when on fire grounds?

Back 537

For the EC to be placed in an area that will not limit the egress from the scene near Rehab

Front 538

What is the first priority for EC units on fire grounds?

Back 538

Patient care

Front 539

What will the second arriving EC unit be tasked with at an incident?

Back 539

Establishing Rehab for crews

Front 540

What are some things firefighters should do in order to protect evidence?

Back 540

Refrain from turning knobs, switches, and tripping breakers

Front 541

What is a high rise building?

Back 541

4 stories or more

Front 542

What is dispatched for a high rise private alarm?

Back 542

3 Engines, 1 Ladder, District Officer

Front 543

What is dispatched for a high rise working fire?

Back 543

4 Engines, 1 Rescue Engine, 2 Ladders, RS1, 2 EC units, 2 District Officers

Front 544

Who forms the Investigation Team?

Back 544

The first arriving company

Front 545

Where will the preplan manual be taken to for high rise fires?

Back 545

To the Lobby Control Post

Front 546

What is the minimum number of personnel required to establish an initial Lobby Control Post?

Back 546

Three

Front 547

Who shall ensure that Lobby Control is maintained during the high rise incident?

Back 547

The first arriving company’s Apparatus Operator

Front 548

Where does the Company Officer give a second report during a high rise fire?

Back 548

From the lobby

Front 549

What floors can you not use the elevators during high rise fires?

Back 549

5 floors or below

Front 550

What floor does the Investigation Team stop the elevator?

Back 550

2 floors below the lowest reported fire floor

Front 551

What is the minimum number of firefighters that can proceed to the reported emergency at a high rise fire?

Back 551

2

Front 552

Where does the Company Officer give the third report during a high rise fire?

Back 552

From the fire floor

Front 553

Where does the Investigation Team establish a Forward Staging Area at a high rise fire?

Back 553

2 floors below the fire

Front 554

No one on scene shall ___________ without the prior approval of the IC or Command Staff at a high rise fire?

Back 554

Perform a tactical task

Front 555

If a fire is found to be beyond the incipient stage or no reports of rescue, what does the crew (Investigation Team) need to do?

Back 555

Withdraw from the area and establish the Forward Staging Area, prepare for fire attack, and await additional resources

Front 556

Who establishes the primary attack line on the fire floor of a high rise fire?

Back 556

The first arriving Engine Company

Front 557

Who positions at the building’s FDC at a high rise fire?

Back 557

The second arriving Engine Company

Front 558

What is the minimum psi that the FDC needs to be charged at for a high rise fire?

Back 558

150psi or preplans stated pressure

Front 559

Who performs Lobby Control if the third arriving Engine Company is on scene?

Back 559

The second arriving Engine Company

Front 560

Who establishes a back up line on the fire floor of a high rise fire?

Back 560

The second arriving Engine Company

Front 561

Who performs Lobby Control or a back up line on the fire floor of a high rise if not yet done?

Back 561

The third arriving Engine Company

Front 562

What are the priorities of the fourth arriving Engine Company on a high rise fire?

Back 562

Extinguish any fire and perform search and rescue on the floor directly above the fire floor

Front 563

What are the priorities of the Rescue Engine on a high rise fire?

Back 563

Establish RIT and a Forward Staging Area 2 floors below fire floor

Front 564

What are the priorities for RS1 on a high rise fire?

Back 564

Ensure primary searches are performed and completed

Front 565

What are the priorities of the first arriving Ladder Company at a high rise fire?

Back 565

Ensure Investigation Team functions are completed, search and rescue on fire floor, open ceilings to expose void spaces

Front 566

What are the priorities of the second arriving Ladder Company at a high rise fire?

Back 566

Perform search and rescue on the building’s upper floors

Front 567

What are the priorities of the first arriving EC unit at a high rise fire?

Back 567

Ensure Investigation Team functions are completed, search and rescue to clear building stairways, ensure all elevators are checked

Front 568

What are the priorities of the second arriving EC unit at a high rise fire?

Back 568

Establish Forward Treatment/Triage area with ALS equipment at Forward Staging Area, assist as directed

Front 569

What are the priorities of the first arriving District Officer at a high rise fire?

Back 569

Ensure Lobby Control is established; create an Incident Action Plan; gain control of elevators, HVAC, fire pumps, and communications

Front 570

What are the priorities of the second arriving District Officer at a high rise fire?

Back 570

Ensure minimum of attack line and back up line are in place prior to attack

Front 571

What is the minimum number of companies at the Forward Staging Area at a high rise fire?

Back 571

2 companies

Front 572

Where does MA1 need to be placed for a high rise fire?

Back 572

Near the entrance to the building

Front 573

Where will Exterior Staging be located at during high rise fires?

Back 573

2 blocks away from the building

Front 574

What is the minimum number of companies at the Exterior Staging Area at a high rise fire?

Back 574

2 companies

Front 575

What is sent on an Alert I?

Back 575

Engine Company, EC unit, District Officer

Front 576

What is sent on an Alert II?

Back 576

A full first structural alarm assignment plus Unit 220 and MAB

Front 577

What is sent on an Alert III?

Back 577

A full first structural alarm assignment plus Unit 220, an extra EC, and MAB

Front 578

What is an Alert I?

Back 578

Minor difficulty in flight

Front 579

What is an Alert II?

Back 579

Major difficulty in flight

Front 580

What is an Alert III?

Back 580

Aircraft has crashed on or near the airport or aircraft on the ground on fire

Front 581

When an emergency is issued for Bluegrass Field, where do responding units stage?

Back 581

Man-O-War Boulevard and Airport Road

Front 582

What are the 4 reasons E50 can leave the Bluegrass Station grounds?

Back 582

Aircraft crashed outside BGS fence, Maintenance, Specific training detail at Bluegrass Airport, Major incident where E50 is needed

Front 583

What agencies compose the Unified Command on a rescue response at Bluegrass Station?

Back 583

LFD, LPD, BGS Admin, Aviation Contract Company, Special Operation Forces-Support Activity (SOF-SA), other agencies as dictated

Front 584

During a crash incident, what are the two things E50 must do?

Back 584

Access the crash site, Control the fire or spill to protect life

Front 585

Where does CP1 need to be placed at for incidents at BGS?

Back 585

At the BGS helipad near Building 193

Front 586

What companies are dispatched for a Barricaded person/Hostage situation?

Back 586

Closest EC, First responder, District Officer

Front 587

When should sirens, horns, and emergency lighting be discontinued on Barricaded/Hostage situations?

Back 587

Several blocks from the incident

Front 588

LFD personnel shall not use _____________ as weapons?

Back 588

Hose streams

Front 589

Define Active Shooter Incident:

Back 589

An armed person who has used deadly physical force on other persons and continues to do so while having unrestricted access to additional victims

Front 590

Define Active Aggressor:

Back 590

One or more subjects who participate in an active on-going attack. It’s similar to Active Shooter but subject is armed with something other than a firearm

Front 591

What is the Warm Zone in regards to Active Shooter/Aggressor Events?

Back 591

An area that has been cleared by law enforcement

Front 592

Will Rescue Task Force Medics be deployed into the Hot Zone

Back 592

No, only into the Warm Zone

Front 593

Who is allowed into the Warm Zone for an EASE?

Back 593

Only LFD personnel trained in RTF operations and wearing appropriate PPE

Front 594

What is the Cold Zone in terms of Active Shooter/Aggressor Events?

Back 594

Where the treatment area and casualty collection point (CCP) takes place. The CCP may be in the Warm Zone in some situations

Front 595

What is dispatched on a EASE (EMS Active Shooter Event)?

Back 595

2 Engines, 1 Ladder, 2 ECUs, 2 DOs, MAB, Unit 220, Investigator

Front 596

Where does the first arriving company position for a EASE?

Back 596

Out of the line of sight of the shooting scene or 300 yards from the scene

Front 597

What must RTF medics keep with them while on duty?

Back 597

Their tactical gear regardless of position or travel to apparatus

Front 598

What mnemonic will RTF medics use for medical care?

Back 598

SCAB-E (Situation Circulation Airway Breathing Evaluation)

Front 599

How often will the Accountability check (signal) be utilized in EASE situations?

Back 599

Accountability signal will not be sounded. RTF medics should occasionally give status reports

Front 600

What are the four ways members can minimize the risks when responding to and operating at violent (potential) incidents?

Back 600

Size-up; Standard risk management decision; Identify/communicate appropriate deployment of resources; Communicate/coordinate with Law Enforcement

Front 601

How many response tiers are there regarding violent incidents?

Back 601

Four

Front 602

In a Tier One response, can the first due company approach the scene or do they need to stage?

Back 602

They have the authority to approach the scene based on their size-up

Front 603

What are the six Tier One responses?

Back 603

Domestic Violence calls where violence is known to be over; Assault calls where assailant has left; any scene with children under 13 injured; Accidental cuttings/stabbings; Suicidal subjects no deadly weapons; Shooting/stabbings where assailant has left

Front 604

In Tier Two, can the first due company approach the scene?

Back 604

Crews shall position and await law enforcement before entering

Front 605

What are the four Tier Two responses?

Back 605

Suicidal with deadly weapon; Domestic violence in progress; Assaults in progress; Shootings and location of shooter/assailant not known

Front 606

Where do crews need to stage for Tier Two responses?

Back 606

Stage at least one block away

Front 607

A Tier Three response is defined as what?

Back 607

When an incident or location poses an immediate risk of actual violence towards FF’s or violence has occurred to FF’s or first responders

Front 608

What are the three types of Tier Three responses listed in the SOP’s?

Back 608

Potential civil disorders; Crowd disorders with shots fired and not stable; barricaded subject w/ threats of violence to others

Front 609

Where do crews stage for Tier Three responses?

Back 609

A minimum perimeter of one block. Staging occurs outside the perimeter until requested by the IC

Front 610

Who is dispatched on all Tier Three and Tier Four responses?

Back 610

A District Officer

Front 611

Can there be single company responses during Tier Three or Tier Four situations?

Back 611

No single company responses will be permitted

Front 612

If there is no law enforcement on scene during a Tier Three response and the DO decides to enter the scene, what must occur?

Back 612

A second FF/Officer shall accompany the DO for team safety

Front 613

What are the seven response types listed for a Tier Four response?

Back 613

Active shooting with assailant still on scene; Active civil disorder; Active gang/crowd violence; hostage situations; barricaded subject with weapons; unrelated set fires in area of potential civil disturbance; area specific looting

Front 614

What is the perimeter size for a Tier Four response?

Back 614

½ square mile around the area

Front 615

Can there be single company responses inside a Tier Four perimeter?

Back 615

No. Units will be grouped and have police escorts (2 police officers)

Front 616

What comprises an entry team for a Tier Four response?

Back 616

Four firefighters (one a designated Officer in charge). The apparatus operator shall remain staged at the truck for security purposes and to assist in rapid egress if necessary. Entry team is voluntary and body armor is provided

Front 617

What happens to the entry team on a Tier Four response if they lose contact with the police escort?

Back 617

They must immediately exit the incident area

Front 618

What type of area will entry teams work in during a Tier Four response?

Back 618

Areas “cleared” but not “secured” by law enforcement

Front 619

Why should IC’s consider rotating units during a Tier Four response?

Back 619

Help reduce tension and maintain alertness of crews

Front 620

Companies adjacent to the area of unrest need to do what?

Back 620

Go into “lockdown” mode and not respond into the area of unrest without police escort

Front 621

Are police escorts required on Tier Three responses?

Back 621

No. Police presence is required for Tier Three, Police escort required for Tier Four

Front 622

What must LFD members wear during Tier Four responses?

Back 622

All LFD members will respond to and from Tier Four emergencies in PPE for easy ID and protection

Front 623

How is apparatus placed on all Tier responses?

Back 623

Placed in a manner that will allow rapid unobstructed egress

Front 624

Are exterior tools required to be removed and placed in interior compartments on Tier responses?

Back 624

Only on Tier Four responses

Front 625

In regards to fire suppression in areas of Tier responses, what should our emphasis be towards?

Back 625

When no lives are at stake, protecting savable property. A fast attack and use of heavy streams then get out

Front 626

During civil arrest, what should staff officers consider?

Back 626

Overstaffing of companies, Removal of exposed equipment, Put equipment inside compartments, Security for stations, and ignoring certain types of calls

Front 627

During periods of civil unrest, what does the Company Officer need to consider in regards to lights and sirens?

Back 627

The use of emergency lights and sirens are to be discontinued several blocks from the area

Front 628

Can LFD personnel use hose streams to disperse crowds at the request of the police?

Back 628

The use of hose streams to disperse crowds is prohibited

Front 629

For CO runs, who is dispatched when no one is ill?

Back 629

Ladder Company

Front 630

For CO runs, who is dispatched when someone is ill?

Back 630

Ladder Company, Engine Company, District Officer, EC, Unit 220

Front 631

What do you do when the CO reading is between 1-9ppm?

Back 631

Ventilate the structure and assist occupants in resetting the detector

Front 632

What do you do when the CO reading exceeds 9ppm?

Back 632

Request the gas company to respond

Front 633

What is the friction coefficient used for Ponn Conquest (Snap-tite) 1 ¾” hose in regards to friction loss calculations? 2 ½” hose?

Back 633

6, 2

Front 634

State the Friction Loss formula:

Back 634

FL=C*(Q*Q)*L

C=Coefficient of Friction

Q=GPM/100

L=Length/100

Front 635

What is the rule of thumb for friction loss in 1 ¾” hose?

Back 635

FL=20psi per 100’ of hose

Front 636

What is the rule of thumb for friction loss in 2 ½” hose?

Back 636

FL=15psi per 100’ of hose

Front 637

What are Elkhart Chief Nozzles?

Back 637

2 ½” nozzles with integrated 1 ¼” SB

Front 638

What is the gpm flow of Chief Nozzles at 50 psi for SB?

Back 638

325gpm

Front 639

What is the gpm flow of Chief Nozzles at 50 psi for fog tip?

Back 639

250gpm

Front 640

How are the 2 Chief nozzles carried on the Engine Companies?

Back 640

The hose bed has the removable fixed gallonage fog tip and the SB on the high rise hose

Front 641

Is nozzle pressure a set value or a variable value?

Back 641

Variable value

Front 642

What are the two standard 1 ¾” nozzles carried on all Engine Companies?

Back 642

Elkhart SM20FG and TSM-20FLP

Front 643

What are the nozzle pressures for the TSM-20FLP nozzles?

Back 643

75 psi for the fog nozzle with removable fog tip. Once removed, NP is 50 psi for the 15/16” SB

Front 644

Where are all the TSM nozzles carried on the Engines?

Back 644

1 TSM nozzle on the high rise hose and at least 2 on the pre-connects

Front 645

Who determines where the 2 TSM nozzles on the pre-connected hand lines go?

Back 645

Each individual Engine Company officers

Front 646

What type of nozzle is on the 1 ¾” high rise hose?

Back 646

TSM-20FLP nozzle

Front 647

How is one of the pre-connected TSM-20FLP nozzles carried?

Back 647

With the fog tip attached

Front 648

What type of nozzle is on the bumper lines?

Back 648

With an SM20FG nozzle

Front 649

Ladder Companies with pre-connected hand lines have what type of nozzle on the hand lines?

Back 649

SM20FG nozzles

Front 650

All Ladder pipes shall be supplied starting with a minimum of what psi at the inlet?

Back 650

200psi

Front 651

For all pump equipped apparatus, what is the minimum psi needed at the pump intake?

Back 651

100psi

Front 652

For Ladders with a pump, what takes priority, turn table or pump?

Back 652

The turn table provided no handlines are operational

Front 653

All increases/decreases in pressure are done how?

Back 653

In 20psi increments

Front 654

What is the rule of thumb for friction loss in 5” hose?

Back 654

FL = 1psi per 100gpm per 100’ hose

Front 655

All relay operations shall be initially set at what?

Back 655

100psi discharge pressure on the relaying pumper

Front 656

All receiving pumper intakes should be maintained at what?

Back 656

Above 20psi residual pressure

Front 657

Residential sprinklers shall be supplied at what psi?

Back 657

100psi at the FDC with 1 ¾” hose

Front 658

Commercial sprinklers and standpipes shall be supplied how?

Back 658

Using 5” LDH with 150psi at the FDC (if lay is less than 100’ that has 2 ½” Siamese connections, can use (2) 2½” hose

Front 659

During operations, the residual hydrant pressure should not drop below what psi?

Back 659

20psi on the compound gauge

Front 660

How do you close a hydrant after operations?

Back 660

Close the hydrant fully, and then open ¼ turn

Front 661

Pressure relief devices on engine companies and piston intake valves are preset at what psi and when are they set?

Back 661

150psi, after hose lays are made and water is flowing

Front 662

What is the friction loss of appliances?

Back 662

15psi

Front 663

What is the friction loss for each floor above ground when pumping a standpipe or hose line above ground?

Back 663

5psi

Front 664

What is the nozzle pressure for the following:

Back 664

Fog nozzle hand line (100psi), Fog nozzle master stream (100psi), solid stream tip hand line (50psi), solid stream tip master stream (80psi), 1 ¾” or 2 ½” Bresnan nozzle (100psi)

Front 665

What is the flow rate for 1 3/8”, 1 ½”, 1 ¾”, 2”, 2” (truck mounted), 2 ¼”, 2 ½”, 2 ¾” master stream tips?

Back 665

500gpm, 600gpm, 800gpm, 1000gpm, 1250gpm, 1350gpm, 1650gpm, 2000gpm

Front 666

What is the maximum flow for a stinger in the portable mode?

Back 666

1000gpm

Front 667

What is the maximum flow for a stinger in the truck mounted mode?

Back 667

1250gpm

Front 668

What needs to be done for all supply lines 300’ and over?

Back 668

Relay pumped from the hydrant

Front 669

What is the maximum spacing for relay pumpers?

Back 669

1000’ apart

Front 670

100’ of 5” LDH has approximately how many gallons of water?

Back 670

100 gallons

Front 671

KNOW THE PDP CHART FOR 1 ¾” and 2 ½” HOSE IN SOP 200.69

Back 671

--

Front 672

How shall foam eductors be carried on the apparatus?

Back 672

With the metering valve set at the 6% position

Front 673

What should foam eductors be checked daily for?

Back 673

Check ball rattle

Front 674

A 6% foam solution is required for _______ and 3% foam solution is required for ________?

Back 674

Polar solvents / Hydrocarbons

Front 675

What is the required amount of foam concentrate for a 15 minute supply for hydrocarbons?

Back 675

Square feet of spill area x 5% = gallons required

Front 676

What is the required amount of foam concentrate for a 15 minute supply for polar solvents?

Back 676

Square feet of spill area x 15% = gallons required

Front 677

What is the total number of appliances that can be placed in-line prior to the eductor?

Back 677

No appliances are to be placed in-line immediately prior to the eductor

Front 678

What is the maximum distance of 1 ¾” hose that can be between the eductor and nozzle?

Back 678

400’

Front 679

What will be the PDP for foam handlines?

Back 679

200psi to the inlet side of the educator

Front 680

How many gallon totes of Thunderstorm ATC AFFF/AR 1% and 3% foam is carried on the Williams Foam Trailer?

Back 680

Four 265gal totes

Front 681

How many Purple K units are carried on the Williams Foam Trailer?

Back 681

Two 500 lb. units

Front 682

How many Daspit Tools self-educting foam monitors are carried on the Williams Foam Trailer?

Back 682

Two 1500gpm portable monitors

Front 683

How many Ranger 3 self-educting foam nozzles are carried on the Williams Foam Trailer?

Back 683

One 1000-4000gpm foam nozzle

Front 684

What companies have had training on the Williams Foam Trailer?

Back 684

E6, E10, E13, E14, L3, Unit 220, 203, 204, Command and Executive Staff

Front 685

What is the foam concentration set at for Class A foam during initial fire attack?

Back 685

.3% - .5%

Front 686

What is the foam concentration set at for Class A foam during overhaul operations?

Back 686

.5% - 1%

Front 687

Can Class A foam be used for Class B fires?

Back 687

Yes, at higher concentrations (1% - 3%) for initial knockdown while Engineer prepares to change to Class B foam

Front 688

Can Class A foam be used for Class B vapor suppression?

Back 688

No

Front 689

What is the GPM for the HF-350 Hydro Foam Nozzle?

Back 689

340gpm

Front 690

What is the psi nozzle pressure for the HF-350 nozzle?

Back 690

100psi

Front 691

After using foam in handlines, what is the time frame for flushing out the lines?

Back 691

All components coming into contact with foam solution needs to be flushed with clean water for at least 1 minute

Front 692

All pumps shall be tested when?

Back 692

Prior to being placed in service for first time; annually; after any major repairs or modifications

Front 693

During a Dry Vacuum test, you operate the priming pump until what develops?

Back 693

22” of mercury

Front 694

During a Dry Vacuum Test, how long to you turn the engine off and listen for leaks to record the inches of mercury lost?

Back 694

Five minutes

Front 695

For the Priming Pump Test, 1000GPM and 1250GPM pumps should be primed for how long?

Back 695

30 seconds or less

Front 696

For the Priming Pump Test, 1500GPM and 2000GPM pumps should be primed for how long?

Back 696

45 seconds or less

Front 697

For the Capacity Test, adjust the throttle and discharge valve so that 100% of pump’s rated capacity is flowing at what PDP?

Back 697

150psi

Front 698

How long do you need to record readings for the Capacity Test?

Back 698

Beginning of the test and every five minutes until 20 minutes elapsed

Front 699

For the Relief Valve Test, set the relief valve to maintain a pressure of what?

Back 699

150psi and then 90psi

Front 700

What is another name for the Relief Valve Test?

Back 700

Pressure Governors Test

Front 701

When should the Relief Valve Test be performed?

Back 701

Immediately after the Capacity Test

Front 702

How should the discharge valves be closed during the Relief Valve Test?

Back 702

No faster than 3 seconds, no slower than 10 seconds

Front 703

For the Overload Test, what should the PDP be raised to?

Back 703

165psi

Front 704

How long should the pump deliver its capacity during the Overload Test?

Back 704

Five minutes

Front 705

When performing the 200psi Test, what is the percentage of rated pump capacity?

Back 705

70%

Front 706

How long do you need to record readings for the 200psi Test?

Back 706

Beginning of the test and every five minutes until 10 minutes elapse

Front 707

When performing the 250psi Test, what is the percentage of rated pump capacity?

Back 707

50%

Front 708

The service test pressure for LDH prior to 1987 is what psi?

Back 708

200psi

Front 709

The service test pressure for LDH made after 1987 is what psi?

Back 709

300psi

Front 710

When testing hose, how long do you stretch the hose lengths?

Back 710

300’ or less

Front 711

How long do you maintain the desired hose test pressure?

Back 711

Three minutes

Front 712

Hose needing repair or replacement shall be sent where?

Back 712

Station 10

Front 713

How many digits are in the section numbers for hoses?

Back 713

Five

Front 714

When performing hose tests, how far away to the side should individuals stay from the hose?

Back 714

15’

Front 715

When do you service test ground ladders?

Back 715

Prior to being placed in service; Annually; After shocking loading; Any major damage is suspected; After any repairs excluding halyard replacement are made

Front 716

For the Horizontal Bending Test, what is the pre-load weight that is applied equally to the center span covering how many inches each side of center inclusive?

Back 716

350 pounds covering 16” / 160 pounds covering 8” for folding ladders

Front 717

How long should the loads remain to “set” the ladder during the Horizontal Bending Test?

Back 717

At least one minute

Front 718

For the Horizontal Bending Test, what is the test load and how long do you leave it?

Back 718

500 pounds and leave it for five minutes

Front 719

What are the allowable differences in the pre-load and test load measurements for ladders up to 25’, ladders 26’ to 34’, and ladders 35’ and longer?

Back 719

½”, 1”, and 1 ½”

Front 720

What is the Horizontal Bending Test pre-load and test load for folding attic ladders?

Back 720

Pre-load is 160 pounds, Test load is 225 pounds

Front 721

What is the allowable difference in the pre-load and test load measurement for attic ladders?

Back 721

No more than ½”

Front 722

What is the minimum length of rear pre-connected 1 ¾” hose?

Back 722

Two 250’ sections

Front 723

All companies with cross-lay hose beds shall carry how many feet of pre-connected 1 ¾” hose and in what style?

Back 723

150’ and loaded in the triple layer style

Front 724

All engine companies with front mount pumps and front mount hose boxes shall carry how many feet of 1 ¾” hose?

Back 724

150’

Front 725

How do engine companies carry their 2 ½” pre-connected hose?

Back 725

400’ pre-connected in a rear hose bed with first 150’ loaded in triple layer style

Front 726

How many feet of LDH will all engine companies carry?

Back 726

1000’

Front 727

How does the LFD indicate 500’ of LDH on the ground?

Back 727

The 3rd section of LDH to offload shall be yellow {Wade style- The 3-8 rule (off 3- on 8)}

Front 728

How far will the hydrant loop be placed from the female hose butt?

Back 728

6’

Front 729

Can rope hose tools be used as skid pull ropes?

Back 729

No

Front 730

What needs to happen after every hose use?

Back 730

Recorded on the Hose Use/Test Page of the AS400

Front 731

To whom can the LFD personnel release a premise to as the incident winds down?

Back 731

The legal occupant, owner, Police, Coroner, Health Department, owner’s rep, on-site security personnel, Hospice Nurse

Front 732

How are the BERT resources dispatched?

Back 732

Through Garrard County 911 Center

Front 733

Who determines the responses allocation for BERT events?

Back 733

The Shift Commander

Front 734

BERT Unit One is?

Back 734

Woodford County – Hazardous Materials

Front 735

BERT Unit Two is?

Back 735

Clark County – Hazardous Materials

Front 736

BERT Unit Three is?

Back 736

Jessamine County – Rescue

Front 737

BERT Unit Four is?

Back 737

Fayette County – Mass Casualty

Front 738

BERT Unit Five is?

Back 738

UK Radiological Team

Front 739

For a EMS response, what will be dispatched?

Back 739

1-2 ECUs

Front 740

For a Haz-Mat BERT response, what will be dispatched?

Back 740

District Officer, 220/HM1, HM5 trailer, personnel from 1 Haz-Mat Engine and 1 Haz-Mat Ladder

Front 741

For a Mass Casualty BERT response, what will be dispatched?

Back 741

District Officer, EC, Bariatric EC, MAB

Front 742

For a Rescue BERT response, what will be dispatched?

Back 742

District Officer, RS1, Rescue Engine Company

Front 743

What five incidents require notification of the State Fire Marshal through the State Duty Officer?

Back 743

1) HM incident with greater than 55 gallon liquid and 660 lbs. or advised by 220; 2) fire related fatality; 3) fire related injury serious enough to become a fatality; 4) fire on a property owned by an institution of higher learning; 5) major structural damage to buildings state owned, having a capacity of over 100 persons, religious worship with capacity over 400 people or 6000 sq. feet, over 3 stories in height or 20,000 sq. feet

Front 744

What 12 events require reporting to the KYEM Officer?

Back 744

School bus accident; > 75g diesel fuel spill; > 25g gasoline spill and/or accidents involving volatile fuels; bomb threats; > 4 hour search and rescue; Golden alerts; >10 household evacuations; train derailment; aviation accident; major urban fires; industrial fire; public utilities fire; and WMDs

Front 745

Why must the LFD notify the State Fire Marshal when there is a fire or threat of fire in an institute of higher learning?

Back 745

The Michael Minger Act

Front 746

What is the DECIDE process?

Back 746

Detect the presence of a Hazardous Material; Estimate the likely harm without intervention; Choose response objectives; Identify the action options; Do the best option; Evaluate the progress

Front 747

Before entry is made into the Exclusionary Zone by LFD personnel, what kind of assessment is performed?

Back 747

A risk versus benefit assessment

Front 748

Can Entry Teams go in an Exclusionary Zone for unconfirmed victims?

Back 748

No – only for visible and viable victims

Front 749

Does our gear protect us from Ammonia and Chlorine?

Back 749

Some protection but don’t enter a cloud to assist patients. Only to remove viable patients

Front 750

What is the primary concern when operating at a Hazardous Materials incident?

Back 750

Responder safety

Front 751

Where will most of the contaminates be on victims?

Back 751

In their clothing and hair

Front 752

Gear must be approved by who before being placed back in service after decontamination procedures?

Back 752

The Office of Health and Safety

Front 753

On Hazardous Material Incidents, who is the EMS Group Supervisor?

Back 753

Starts with first EC

Front 754

Spills or leaks containing ___ gallons or less may be mitigated by the initial responding company?

Back 754

10 gallons or less

Front 755

What must you do if there is a spill of 10 gallons or more?

Back 755

Dispatch 220

Front 756

What can plug and dike be use on?

Back 756

Only on petroleum spills

Front 757

What type of detector is the Ludlum #3?

Back 757

It is an alpha, beta, and gamma radiological detector when equipped with the Ludlum 44-9 pancake probe

Front 758

What type of detector is the MiniRad D?

Back 758

It is an x-ray and gamma detector

Front 759

When entering a structure with the Ludlum#3 detector, it should be set at the lowest setting. What is it?

Back 759

x 0.1

Front 760

What is the mrem/Hr setting where a “Hot Line” will be established?

Back 760

When you reach the 2mrem/Hr setting (MiniRad D reading between 8-9)

Front 761

Which detector will be used when monitoring above the 2mrem/Hr level?

Back 761

The Ludlum #3

Front 762

What must Haz-Mat Techs do before entering areas over 50mrem?

Back 762

Get permission from the Haz-Mat Office Supervisor or Haz-Mat Duty Officer

Front 763

What is the mrem/Hr level where crews must stop entry and mark that point?

Back 763

50mrem/Hr

Front 764

What is the radiation level limit where only Haz-Mat Techs are allowed?

Back 764

2mrem/Hr

Front 765

What are the typical hours of operation for the USPS BDS?

Back 765

1500 hours to 2400 hours Monday thru Saturday

Front 766

What units are dispatched for a USPS BDS incident?

Back 766

Full Haz-Mat Response, Notification of Chiefs and LPD

Front 767

What type of Biological Detection System does the Nandino Blvd USPS utilize?

Back 767

A Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test for biological contaminates

Front 768

Companies will respond thru what gate at the Nandino Blvd USPS?

Back 768

Employee gate (side D)

Front 769

All USPS employees suspected of being contaminated will be isolated where?

Back 769

On the rear loading dock of the main complex

Front 770

Where will Unified Command be established on a USPS BDS incident?

Back 770

In the parking lot on Side A of the USPS Maintenance Building

Front 771

During a USPS BDS incident, who retrieves the BDS sample?

Back 771

A USPS Postal Inspector

Front 772

What is the LFD’s policy in regards to clandestine labs?

Back 772

To take a defensive support role assisting the LPD where there is no release of a haz-mat. If there is a fire, defensive positions unless there is a rescue.

Front 773

What is the dispatch code for a clandestine lab?

Back 773

FHCL

Front 774

What units are dispatched on a FHCL?

Back 774

First responder, 220, HM1, HM4, 2 HM Engines, HM Ladder, DO, EC

Front 775

What needs to be filled out for all members requiring decon at a FHCL?

Back 775

A pre-emptive mass SP302S

Front 776

What is the minimum number of handlines needed at a FHCL?

Back 776

2

Front 777

Who is considered contaminated and must go through Decon at a Clandestine Lab?

Back 777

Any person in custody and/or a minor

Front 778

What type of Technical Decon will be used at FHCL incidents?

Back 778

Wet procedures (soap and water) unless extenuating circumstances exist

Front 779

What should not come in contact with cylinders, valves, regulators, gauges, hoses, and fittings?

Back 779

Oil, grease, or other readily combustible substances

Front 780

NO cylinders containing a compressed gas should be subjected to a temperature above what degrees?

Back 780

125 degrees F

Front 781

How should full and empty containers be stored?

Back 781

Separately

Front 782

Is Natural Gas lighter or heavier than air?

Back 782

Lighter

Front 783

Is LPG lighter or heavier than air?

Back 783

LPG vapors are heavier

Front 784

On all Gas responses, do not…?

Back 784

Park in front of the structure

Front 785

Where does Natural Gas tend to accumulate and pocket inside buildings?

Back 785

Attics, under stairs, and in dead air spaces

Front 786

Where does LPG tend to accumulate?

Back 786

It follows the contour of the land and pockets in low areas

Front 787

What are the flammable limits of Natural Gas?

Back 787

5% - 15% in air

Front 788

What are the flammable limits of LPG?

Back 788

2% - 9% in air

Front 789

Should burning Natural Gas and LPG be extinguished?

Back 789

No, it changes the hazard from visible to invisible and creates an explosion hazard

Front 790

How should burning Natural Gas and LPG fires be extinguished?

Back 790

Stopping the flow of gas and eliminating the ignition source

Front 791

Who is dispatched on a Gas Odor call (FGAO)?

Back 791

Hazmat Company and an Engine Company

Front 792

Where should the first-arriving companies park on Gas responses?

Back 792

Upwind/uphill and approximately 150’ from the scene

Front 793

What needs to be done with electrical switches, breakers, and meters prior to a Columbia Gas rep showing up and meeting with the IC?

Back 793

Left as you found them

Front 794

What warrants forcible entry on Gas Odor runs?

Back 794

When the exterior LEL reading without an exterior source warrant entry into the structure

Front 795

If the gas leak can be found, are you allowed to shut it off?

Back 795

If you can safely shut it off at the source, then shut it off

Front 796

How do you ventilate the structure during Gas responses?

Back 796

Opening windows and doors

Front 797

Who is dispatched on a confirmed Gas Leak (FNGL)?

Back 797

2 Engines (1 a Haz-Mat Engine); District Officer; 1 Ladder; Unit 220; 1 ECU; call Columbia Gas

Front 798

Who is dispatched on a Ruptured Gas Line (FNGL)?

Back 798

2 Engines (1 a Haz-Mat Engine); 1 Ladder; Unit 220; District Officer; 1 ECU; call Columbia Gas

Front 799

What is the stay away distance for apparatus on Ruptured Gas Line incidents?

Back 799

200’ – 300’

Front 800

What do first-arriving crews need to do on Ruptured Gas Line incidents?

Back 800

Don full PPE, secure a water source, and deploy hand lines

Front 801

If a ruptured line is found by LFD members, are we allowed to plug the ruptured line?

Back 801

No. Under no circumstances will fire personnel plug or crimp a ruptured gas line. (Static Electricity)

Front 802

Are LFD members allowed to shut off a gas leak using street valves?

Back 802

At no time. This will be done by Columbia Gas reps

Front 803

Why should we not extinguish a gas fire?

Back 803

A burning gas line will not explode.

Front 804

What is the best way to extinguish a ruptured gas line fire?

Back 804

Control the flow of gas

Front 805

Who will be dispatched if the ruptured gas line is on fire and near a structure?

Back 805

A full Structure fire (FSTR) response with Unit 220

Front 806

How far are natural gas pockets usually found when drilling for geothermal/water wells?

Back 806

50’ to 300’ below ground

Front 807

What units are dispatched for a call involving a natural gas pocket drilling operation?

Back 807

Engine Company, 220, Haz-Mat Engine or Ladder, EC, DO

Front 808

In order to mitigate the natural gas pocket, how high should the drilling company place a stack above ground to allow for natural dispersion of the gas?

Back 808

10’

Front 809

How long will monitoring occur at the drilling sites?

Back 809

Until the LEL drops below the established threshold value of 10%

Front 810

What are the four RIT objectives?

Back 810

Prevent firefighter mayday, Position properly equipped crew on scene, Locate and check status of unaccounted for firefighter, Assist firefighters who request non-mayday help

Front 811

On a fire scene, what are the three functions of the RIT?

Back 811

Pro-Active Operations, Assistance/Welfare Confirmation Check, Mayday Response

Front 812

What is the Welfare Confirmation Check?

Back 812

A quick in and out to confirm the status and location of a crew that doesn’t answer an accountability check

Front 813

During a Mayday response, how many entry teams should the RIT Group Supervisor assemble?

Back 813

Three

Front 814

What are the two parts to a Mayday related Rapid Intervention plan?

Back 814

Initial search/location of downed firefighter, Extrication/removal of downed firefighter

Front 815

What is RS1 assignment for the extrication/removal of a downed firefighter?

Back 815

Assist initial RIT crew in tactical and strategic planning assistance

Front 816

If a Rescue Engine is not available as a 4th engine, who will be dispatched as RIT?

Back 816

The next due non-rescue Engine Company

Front 817

On the fire ground, what is the priority of RS1?

Back 817

Search and rescue with focus on completing primary and secondary searches

Front 818

Where shall temporary staffing of RS1 come from?

Back 818

It will be filled by rescue techs assigned to rescue engines as long as those companies are not depleted below two technicians

Front 819

What are the three criteria for confined space?

Back 819

Space is large enough that employee can enter and work in; Space has limited/restricted means of entry and exit; Space is not designed for continuous occupancy

Front 820

What are the four characteristics of a Permit-Required confined space?

Back 820

Contains potential to contain a hazardous atmosphere; Contain material that has potential to engulf an entrant; Internal configuration such that entrant can become trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls; Contains any other recognized serious safety hazard

Front 821

On a confined space incident, what will be dispatched?

Back 821

2 Rescue Engines, Engine Company, Ladder Company, EC, District Officer, MA1, 220, RS1, Safety Officer

Front 822

How do you control or eliminate the hazards associated in confined spaces for the following: Hazardous Atmosphere, Mechanical Hazards, and Engulfment Hazards?

Back 822

Ventilate; Lockout/Tag out; Double Block/Close valves

Front 823

Who takes command at the opening of a confined space?

Back 823

The Company Officer

Front 824

What are three things that a Company Officer will not do once they take command at a confined space opening?

Back 824

Enter the space; Leave the opening; Lose sight of entry personnel

Front 825

What will be the time frame for a rescuer inside a confined space?

Back 825

Not to exceed three minutes

Front 826

Who assumes the role of the Rescue Group Supervisor?

Back 826

First arriving Rescue Company

Front 827

What is dispatched for an elevator rescue incident?

Back 827

Ladder Company, RS1, District Officer, EC if indication of medical emergency

Front 828

What should the first arriving Officer do on an elevator situation?

Back 828

ICS; on-scene safety; develop Extrication Plan; contact staff for elevator mechanic to respond; obtain keys to elevator and mechanical room

Front 829

If occupants must be removed from a stalled elevator, how are they removed?

Back 829

From the floor above to prevent falls into the elevator shaft

Front 830

What is dispatched on an animal rescue incident?

Back 830

Shift Commander determines the response

Front 831

Shall Animal Rescue responses be Signal 9 or Non-Signal 9?

Back 831

Non-Signal 9 unless by-stander rescue is involved

Front 832

What is dispatched on a Rope Rescue incident?

Back 832

2 Rescue Engines, Engine Company, Ladder Company, EC, District Officer, RS1

Front 833

All personnel operating within _______of the edge/grade change shall utilize fall protection?

Back 833

15’

Front 834

Who assumes the role of the Rescue Group Supervisor?

Back 834

The first arriving Rescue Company Officer

Front 835

What type of PPE is required?

Back 835

Helmet, gloves, and eye protection

Front 836

According to what CFR must a trench be protected by shoring, benching, or sloping?

Back 836

29 CFR 1926.650

Front 837

When the depth of an excavation is greater than ______, it must be protected by shoring, benching, or sloping?

Back 837

5’ below the ground

Front 838

What is dispatched for a trench collapse rescue?

Back 838

2 Rescue Engines, Engine, Ladder, EC, District Officer, MA1, 220, RS1, CT1, Safety Officer

Front 839

How far should you stop traffic in all directions from a trench collapse?

Back 839

300’

Front 840

How far should a soil pile be from the edge of the trench?

Back 840

At least 2’ from the edge

Front 841

What needs to be placed around the trench?

Back 841

Ground pads

Front 842

Who performs shoring operations?

Back 842

Only rescue technicians

Front 843

What is dispatched on a water or ice rescue incident?

Back 843

2 Rescue Engines, Engine, Ladder, EC, District Officer, RS1, WC1, WC2, and/or WC3

Front 844

You must don an approved Type-III PFD when working within how many feet of water or ice?

Back 844

15’

Front 845

Can you wear your turnout gear on water and ice rescues?

Back 845

If you are within 15’ of the water or ice, you cannot

Front 846

Are you required to don your fire helmet near the water/ice rescue?

Back 846

No fire helmet within 15’ of water and/or ice

Front 847

The order for water/ice rescues methods shall be?

Back 847

Reach, Throw, Row, Go

Front 848

Who can enter moving water for the Go method?

Back 848

Only trained water rescue techs

Front 849

Who has the operational control over diving operations?

Back 849

The Dive Boss

Front 850

Who is the Dive Boss?

Back 850

The most senior Dive Team member on scene who is serving in the position of Operations Officer

Front 851

Who are the Dive Team Companies?

Back 851

E9, RS1

Front 852

What is the 90% Diver?

Back 852

The diver who moves up to the back-up diver position in the event the back-up diver is deployed. Diver is dressed to 90% configuration and able to deploy in under 3 minutes

Front 853

What companies are dispatched on an underwater incident (FDVR)?

Back 853

First Responder, Ladder, District Officer, EC, RS1, E9, DT1, WC1/WC2, 220

Front 854

What must be on scene for all dive operations?

Back 854

ECU

Front 855

How long can the incident operate in rescue mode?

Back 855

Up to 1 hour from the time of dispatch

Front 856

What extends the rescue mode to 90 minutes?

Back 856

Water temperature < 70*, age of victim < 17y

Front 857

What is the minimum number of divers on scene before rescue operations ensue?

Back 857

2 LFD divers with 2 trained tenders

Front 858

What is the time frame for “no hope for survival” in an underwater incident?

Back 858

submerged for greater than 1.5 hours

Front 859

What are the six parameters that constitute No Dive?

Back 859

Water speed > 1.5 knots; solid ice; confined space; lightning; depth > 80’; ordinance recovery

Front 860

What is dispatched on a structural collapse rescue incident?

Back 860

2 Rescue Engines, Engine, Ladder, EC, District Officer, MA1, 220, RS1, CT1

Front 861

What is the distance at a structural collapse that needs to be secured by Police?

Back 861

300’ in all directions

Front 862

What is dispatched on a motorized vehicle extrication/machinery entanglement incident?

Back 862

Engine, Ladder, EC, RS1, District Officer

Front 863

On an extrication or entanglement emergency, what is required in the Rescue Zone?

Back 863

Full PPE

Front 864

Who assumes the role of Safety Officer on an extrication/entanglement incident?

Back 864

The first arriving Engine Company Officer

Front 865

What type of hose line must be deployed for extrications?

Back 865

1 ¾” line

Front 866

Who becomes the Extrication Group Supervisor?

Back 866

The first arriving extrication company Officer

Front 867

Who develops a patient care plan on extrications?

Back 867

The EMS Group Supervisor in conjunction with the Extrication Group Supervisor

Front 868

Who is the EMS Group Supervisor on extrications?

Back 868

The first arriving EC Officer

Front 869

Who should complete the NFIRS on an extrication/entanglement?

Back 869

The logical choice for the primary NFIRS is the Extrication Group Supervisor

Front 870

What does the code EVIS stand for?

Back 870

Vehicle in a Structure

Front 871

What is dispatched on an EVIS?

Back 871

Engine, EC, Ladder, RS1, District Officer

Front 872

If structural integrity has been compromised from an EVIS, Code Enforcement shall be requested to respond during what time frame?

Back 872

M-F (0800-1600). Any other time Fire Inspection will respond for inter-agency reporting purposes

Front 873

What does the code FCOL stand for?

Back 873

Collapse Rescue

Front 874

If an EVIS run is upgraded to a FCOL, what additional companies are dispatched?

Back 874

2 Rescue Engines, MA1, 220, CT1

Front 875

During a Missing Persons search, what happens after two hours into the incident?

Back 875

DEM needs to be notified

Front 876

During a Missing Persons search, what happens after four hours into the incident?

Back 876

The Kentucky Emergency Management Operations Officer needs to be contacted

Front 877

Who is dispatched on MCATI incidents?

Back 877

District Officer; EC; RS1; 1 Rescue Engine

Front 878

Are MCATI responses Signal-9?

Back 878

No unless indication of imminent life hazard

Front 879

What is the role of LFD members at MCATI incidents?

Back 879

Functions only as the extrication team. Will not take part as a member of the arrest team

Front 880

Who will be the Operations Officer during a MCATI incident?

Back 880

Someone who has completed the CDP MCATI class

Front 881

What are the three positions on the extrication team during a MCATI incident?

Back 881

Team Leader; Safety Officer; Tool Specialist

Front 882

Are Law Enforcement members allowed to participate in the extrication during a MCATI incident?

Back 882

Yes, if they have completed the MCATI course

Front 883

What manual is used as the operational guide for MCATI incidents?

Back 883

MCATI Student Manual PER-202, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, December 2006

Front 884

Can photography or video be used by LFD members during a MCATI incident?

Back 884

Yes, it is highly recommended for documentation purposes

Front 885

If an extricated protester from a MCATI incident requires transport to a hospital, who must accompany the protester?

Back 885

A law enforcement agent

Front 886

Who is assigned a NFIRS report?

Back 886

A Rescue Officer

Front 887

In regards to Medical care, what is the goal of the LFD?

Back 887

To provide the best care possible, relieve pain and suffering, and do no harm

Front 888

What is the ultimate determining factor for all decisions for medical care?

Back 888

The patient’s best interest

Front 889

What is the time frame for initial assessment and initial therapy to be completed after patient contact?

Back 889

First 10 minutes

Front 890

The trauma patient should be en-route to a receiving facility within how many minutes?

Back 890

Within 10 minutes

Front 891

The medical patient should be en-route to a receiving facility within how many minutes?

Back 891

Within 20 minutes

Front 892

Who is responsible for all patient care and shall be considered the lead care provider?

Back 892

The senior paramedic

Front 893

What must be generated at the conclusion of each patient encounter?

Back 893

An EMS PCR (patient care report)

Front 894

If vital signs are not taken during an EMS incident, what needs to happen?

Back 894

It must be documented in the PCR as to why they weren’t taken

Front 895

What does AVPU stand for?

Back 895

Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive

Front 896

What does DCAP-BLS-TIC stand for?

Back 896

Deformities, Contusions, Abrasions, Punctures, Burns, Lacerations, Swelling, Tenderness, Instability, Crepitus

Front 897

When should the first responder not use radio transmission to the en-route EC unit?

Back 897

If the situation on scene or patient condition is the same as dispatch information

Front 898

After a walk in EMS incident occurs at a Fire House, what needs to happen?

Back 898

The incident needs to be entered into the station log book

Front 899

Who receives a copy of the LFD Notice of Privacy Practices?

Back 899

All patients

Front 900

Where will the Protected Health Information portfolios be placed by District Officers?

Back 900

In the designated PHI receptacle at Headquarters

Front 901

To be compliant with HIPAA, how long does the LFD need to store protected health information (PHI)?

Back 901

For a period of not less than seven years in a secured storage facility

Front 902

What is the capacity for the Bariatric stretcher?

Back 902

1600 pounds

Front 903

What is minimum staffing on the Bariatric unit?

Back 903

1 Paramedic and 2 EMT’s

Front 904

For controlled medications, all documentation and controlled medication with packaging shall be turned in where?

Back 904

To the EMS Supervisor’s office. If he is unavailable, turned in to the Battalion Chief or 205 and secured in the Shift Commander’s office

Front 905

What are the three levels of participation for Ride-Along?

Back 905

Intern, Observation Only, No Patient Contact

Front 906

As public employees, is our speech on and off duty made pursuant to our office duties, protected under the 1st Amendment?

Back 906

No

Front 907

As a private citizen, can members post, disseminate, or broadcast public concern about the Department in such a way to cause harm or disruption of operations?

Back 907

No

Front 908

What is the time frame to typically post upcoming events on the 200 Calendar?

Back 908

Four calendar days

Front 909

Are Neighborhood Association meetings considered single or multi company events?

Back 909

Single unless they fall between business hours of 0700-1730 hours

Front 910

Who is scheduled to attend a neighborhood meeting via CBS?

Back 910

1 CSB, 1 Executive Staff, 1st due Engine, 1st due DO

Front 911

Who assigns surveys for Engine and Ladder Companies?

Back 911

The Station Officer

Front 912

What are the four reasons the completion of company surveys?

Back 912

To be a salesman on safety issues; Correct life safety hazards; Building familiarity; Collection of dispatch info

Front 913

Who does Fire Dispatch notify for fatal fires?

Back 913

Shift Commander, Coroner, Police ID Unit, Fire Chief, Assistant Chiefs, Fire Investigation

Front 914

In regards to media coverage at the scene of fire fatality, who is authorized to make statements about the victim?

Back 914

The Coroner’s office

Front 915

Informal complaints by any person outside the LFD can be received by whom?

Back 915

A sworn member with the rank of Lt or higher

Front 916

Who responds to a FBOT?

Back 916

Engine Company, Fire Investigator, and District Officer. All non-signal 9

Front 917

How far back do companies stage for bomb threats?

Back 917

Minimum of 300’ outside of the potential blast zone

Front 918

At what time do companies perform a walk through for explosive devices?

Back 918

At no time

Front 919

If a potential device is found, what does the code become and who responds?

Back 919

FBWD. Add an EC and Unit 220

Front 920

Always start vehicles with the Cole-Hersee switch in what position?

Back 920

In the BOTH battery position

Front 921

Where is the Maxi-Amp Control Box located?

Back 921

Behind the Officer’s seat

Front 922

Who is responsible for small equipment repairs?

Back 922

The Vehicle Maintenance Bureau

Front 923

When mechanical problems occur with apparatus or small equipment, how is the Garage notified?

Back 923

Email Vehicle Maintenance using Group Garage

Front 924

When preparing the pump for freezing weather, what needs to be applied to the ball valves and threads?

Back 924

Antifreeze on the ball valves and oil or grease on the threads

Front 925

How often should air tanks in apparatus be drained?

Back 925

Daily

Front 926

Unmixed gasoline is stored in what color container?

Back 926

Red only

Front 927

Gasoline mixed with oil is stored in what color container?

Back 927

Bottom half painted blue

Front 928

What is the only fuel that can be purchased when purchasing unleaded fuel?

Back 928

87 Octane

Front 929

If the vehicle mileage is noted to be incorrect by the fuel pump, how many times does it need to be entered before the pump accepts the mileage?

Back 929

Three times

Front 930

Where is the spare fuel card (Spare 2 Diesel at Pump) kept for emergencies?

Back 930

Shift Commander’s office

Front 931

What is the difference between emergent repair requests and non-emergent repair requests for facilities?

Back 931

For emergent requests, the CO notifies the C of C. Non-emergent, the Station Officer submits the request via email to LFD-Building Maintenance

Front 932

When do you check emergency generators?

Back 932

Each Tuesday at 0730 hours

Front 933

What are the 5 things that need to be checked for proper functioning on the emergency generators?

Back 933

Over crank, Over speed, Low oil level, High temperature, Generator voltage fault

Front 934

Who can test the generators under load and how often?

Back 934

Building or Vehicle Maintenance personnel and once a year

Front 935

What are the three modes of transmissions?

Back 935

Normal; Urgent; Mayday

Front 936

What is a normal transmission?

Back 936

Standard or ambient radio transmissions

Front 937

What is an urgent transmission?

Back 937

Emergency but not a mayday. Life threatening situations affecting safety and operational impact

Front 938

What is a mayday transmission?

Back 938

A potentially life threatening situation where immediate resolution is not certain

Front 939

Where is all Fire and EMS dispatch assignments located?

Back 939

On the Forms page under Dispatch Code Listing, Vehicle Dispatch Type Listing, and Unit Assignment By Dispatch Code

Front 940

Who are the 7 entities notified during a 2nd alarm dispatch?

Back 940

Fire Chief, Operations Chief, Administration Chief, Fire Prevention & Preparedness Chief, Emergency Medical and Support Services Chief, Training Bureau Personnel, Community Services Battalion Chief, On-duty Shift Commander

Front 941

For a FSTR and FSTRW, what is added when additional alarms are dispatched?

Back 941

Additional alarm adds 2 Engines, RIT Engine, Tower Ladder, EC, DO

Front 942

What runs will the nearest in-service first responder company be dispatched on?

Back 942

Vehicle accidents; Code Blue or unresponsive; Trapped person; Shooting; Water related accidents; Cutting/stabbing; Unconscious person; Fall from height greater than 10’; Difficulty breathing or choking; Seizure, Stroke, AIP, Burn victim, Electrocution, Lock in/Lock out, Maternity, SOW, Suicide, Subject down, EMS unknown trouble, Overdose

Front 943

If a hydrant is taken out of service, who is notified?

Back 943

The three closest Engine Companies due to respond to that location

Front 944

Who needs to be notified via email that a hydrant is taken out or placed back in service?

Back 944

The WCO

Front 945

What uniquely identifies all radio equipment operating on the 800 MHz system?

Back 945

The Radio ID assigned to each radio

Front 946

When radios are damaged or do not work, what is the procedure for replacement?

Back 946

Radio is red tagged, sent to Communication Center for temporary replacement

Front 947

When changing over into a spare reserve apparatus, what must occur with Dispatch?

Back 947

They must be notified of the unit out of service and unit now acting in that capacity

Front 948

Portable radios dropped from a height greater than what or showing minor visible damage needs to be what?

Back 948

Three feet and red tagged for inspection or repair

Front 949

What are the two organization’s standards are our incidents based upon?

Back 949

NFIRS (National Fire Incident Reporting System) and KYEMSIS (KY EMS Information System)

Front 950

Are Probationary FF’s who are already paramedics prior to joining the LFD considered second medics?

Back 950

No. Considered unassigned paramedics (PU), a pre-graduate paramedic student until the successfully complete the Clinical Competencies evaluation

Front 951

When are Probationary FF/Medics given the Clinical Competencies packet?

Back 951

After passing their Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator tests

Front 952

When are the Probationary FF/Medics evaluated on their paramedic skills?

Back 952

They will be evaluated between six to nine months into their probationary period

Front 953

Who administers the Clinical Competencies Evaluation?

Back 953

The Clinical Competency Coordinator

Front 954

What happens to the Probationary FF/Medic who doesn’t complete the clinical competencies by the end of their probationary period?

Back 954

Status changed from PU to EU

Front 955

Is the Incident Safety Officer free to move around at an incident?

Back 955

Yes

Front 956

What should be on and in operation while responding to all emergency runs?

Back 956

All warning lights, running lights, headlights, and sirens

Front 957

When two companies approach a corner to turn into the same street, which company has the right of way?

Back 957

The first due Engine Company

Front 958

Depending upon the nature of the incident, what needs to be considered in terms of apparatus?

Back 958

Placement of the Ladder Company or EC unit

Front 959

How should apparatus drive over hose lines?

Back 959

Unless unavoidable, cross without running over the connecting butts

Front 960

When can Operators of an apparatus equipped with a pump, ladder, or service ladders working at an incident leave their apparatus unattended?

Back 960

When ordered by the Company Officer

Front 961

When shall at least one person provide ground guidance for the driver?

Back 961

When moving in reverse, moving in tight quarters, or backing into the station

Front 962

Who is in charge of vehicle movement when using ground guides?

Back 962

Rear ground guide

Front 963

In regards to roadway safety, during nighttime operations, what do you do with the headlights?

Back 963

Turn off the headlights when possible if not needed to illuminate the scene

Front 964

In terms of roadway safety, how should the apparatus be angled to protect scenes?

Back 964

Angle the apparatus at 45 degrees away from the curb with wheels directed away from the scene

Front 965

On a scene, what should you do with the white strobe lights?

Back 965

Turn them off

Front 966

What is continuously monitored inside the structure after a fire?

Back 966

Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) and Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Front 967

SCBA shall be required until what reading?

Back 967

HCN readings below 4.5ppm and CO readings below 35ppm

Front 968

What should the IC do when Air Monitoring readings are below set levels?

Back 968

Notify Dispatch for recordings in the comments section

Front 969

How long will Air Monitoring continue?

Back 969

Until overhaul is complete

Front 970

Who do you need to notify via a LFD Memorandum Form if you or your crew are involved in an accident or equipment is damaged?

Back 970

Shift Commander, Office of Health and Safety, the Operations Chief, and the Fire Chief

Front 971

How many estimates shall be obtained for damaged vehicles?

Back 971

Three estimates

Front 972

Who is responsible for notifying the Office of Health and Safety and Shift Commander to determine if warrants a Risk Management claim?

Back 972

The District Officer

Front 973

How many estimates need to be obtained for vehicle, property, and equipment damage?

Back 973

At least two

Front 974

Who is responsible for completing the Accident Investigation Report Form SP-302S and notifying the Office of Health and Safety?

Back 974

The District Officer

Front 975

What must the member sign and signature witnessed from the SP302-S?

Back 975

The Medical Release Form

Front 976

When an employee makes contact with an individual exhibiting signs and symptoms of an infectious communicable disease, what needs to happen?

Back 976

Notify the District Officer and fill out the Infectious Control Report

Front 977

Who should fill out an Infectious Control Report?

Back 977

Each individual involved

Front 978

Who notifies the charge nurse or informs the treating physician that an LFUCG employee exposure has occurred?

Back 978

The Supervisor completing the report

Front 979

How does the member obtain test results for an Exposure Report?

Back 979

The member must personally meet with the Infection Control Nurse (confidentiality and opportunity to ask questions)

Front 980

Who is responsible for scheduling BBP follow-up appointments?

Back 980

The employee that had the occupational exposure

Front 981

How often does HIV Antibody testing occur?

Back 981

How often does HIV Antibody testing occur?

Front 982

What are four of six general symptoms for suspected TB?

Back 982

Weakness, Fatigue, Fever, Anorexia, Night Sweats, Weight Loss

Front 983

What are three symptoms common to TB?

Back 983

Persistent cough (longer than three weeks), Coughing up blood, bloody sputum

Front 984

If someone has suspected TB, what is the name of the NIOSH certified respiratory protection device LFD uses?

Back 984

N95 particulate respirator

Front 985

In the event of contamination of the EMS unit, how long must the unit be placed out of service and aired out?

Back 985

Minimum of twenty minutes

Front 986

When taking a random drug and alcohol test, how will transportation take place?

Back 986

By LFD vehicle

Front 987

When receiving a Letter of Notification, how long does a member have to report to a testing facility?

Back 987

Within two hours and present a photo ID

Front 988

What are the criteria for post critical testing to take place?

Back 988

Accident resulting in damages of $7500 when driving a Engine, Ladder, or EC or other LFD vehicle with property damage of $5000 or more; Work related incident resulting in a fatality; Work related incident requiring emergency treatment; and Work related incident involving property damage of $5000 or more

Front 989

What is the time frame for post critical incident drug and alcohol testing?

Back 989

Within two to eight hours of the incident

Front 990

What happens if an employee refuses to submit to a drug and alcohol test?

Back 990

Charges seeking dismissal

Front 991

If there is suspicion of drug or alcohol impairment, what is the procedure to take?

Back 991

Supervisor needs to document and observe; First Supervisor notifies another Supervisor of higher rank to observe employee; Employee taken to test facility; Employee placed on Administrative Leave until results come in

Front 992

How many employees need to supervise a child seeking a safe place within the stations?

Back 992

At least two

Front 993

Aerial devices shall be operated with a clearance of at least how many feet from energized overhead lines?

Back 993

At least 10’

Front 994

Can LFD personnel pull electrical meters?

Back 994

No, unless an immediate life hazard exists