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Good management practices requires that the company officers; |
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What is essential to determine the status and readiness of the company? |
Roll call - daily briefing |
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A necessary activity related to company readiness is a brief inspection by the officer to make certain that; |
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T/F - the daily briefing is to inform members of changes that have occurred since their last shift. |
True - |
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Topics covered during roll call include; |
hydrants sprinkler systems street closures etc apparatus condition details/assignments publications inspections activities |
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Who is responsible for preparing the station's Administrative Management / Policy notebook? |
Station Captain |
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What is the Administrative Inspection Guide? |
A guide to base the station's administrative management programs off of (includes a checklist for administration inspections). |
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What form number is the Administration Inspection Guide? |
200.77 |
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T/F - questions concerning the format and content of the Station Administrative Management/Policy Notebook shall be referred to the Captain. |
False - questions about format and content go to BHQ. |
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It is essential that the company officer know how to maintain _______ , _____ and _______ company records and ___________ on time. |
complete accurate neat and forwarded on time |
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When should the officers meet to exchange information |
at the "change of shifts" the on-duty and on-coming officer shall meet |
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Information essential to the smooth coordination of company activities from shift to shift shall be recorded in the _______ ________ |
station computer outlook program |
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T/F - company officer have the authority to approve request for personal projects |
True - if they do not conflict with PF&R activities or public oncerns. |
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Station captains shall formulate ________ policy regarding non-PF&R related activities performed on PF&R property |
written policy |
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The company officer shall assign details based on: |
traveler - low senority out-of-house call-shifter $ outside detail (one shift) - forced to move in-house call-shifter $ but inhouse regular/relief with under 5 years - time regular/relief by rotation - time
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long-term details (two or more consecutive shifts) into a detail house shall be treated as a |
regular assigned member for the purpose of further details |
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What do company officers do to ensure a fair and consistent distribution of details? |
maintain a record of all details in the station computer |
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________ __________ shall always take precedence |
operational consideration |
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If an unusual sitiuation comes up not covered by the detail rules what happens? |
refer to BHQ for resolution |
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T/F - members on trade time are treated the same for details. |
false - trade time shall be considered exempt from details
except when operational considerations are a factor. |
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T/F - the member being replaced by trade time (person gone) is excused from the detail rotation. |
false they are not excused.
pg 3 (5) |
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What is the official and legal record of the company? |
the station computer journal |
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Where can you find directions and examples for the Journal |
"Help" guide |
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T/F - no entry is required for a move-up |
false - an entry in red is required indicating the time of arrival and company. Also, if possible, put the time of departure. |
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Productivity and Incident System entries shall be made in the company's ________ computer. |
home |
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When is the Passport system checked? |
beginning of each shift and during the shift for personnel changes. |
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What is included with the Passport system |
helmet shields nametags logged on by 0800 |
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The initial log on will be conducted in the _______ _______. |
Apparatus MDC |
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If staffing allows the officer will ______ member to teams and designate a __________ -______ at roll call |
preassign and designate a team leader |
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T/F - A two person unit does not require preassigned team leaders. |
False - a B-team lead should be established |
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What is the definition of a "team?" |
two or more members, with an officer or team leader, including a radio and a passport. |
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What are the types of Passports and where do they go? |
Primary - velcro under officers helmet Secondary - on officer side door Back-up - posted in watchdesk area |
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What form is used to replace helmet shields, passports, nametags, and status boards? |
form 500.51 - Clothing Repair/Replace Request |
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T/F - form 500.51 must be submitted by the officer |
False - it can be submitted by the requesting member. |
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Officers shall plan activities and administrative work for the ______ ahead. |
month |
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Plans for the month ahead shall be entered into the _____ |
station outlook calendar. |
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________ briefing should be planned _____ to roll call. |
Readiness briefing planned prior to roll call |
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The Journal System should be checked the ______ before for accuracy and possible discrepancies. |
checked the night before. Call BHQ the night before with any staffing concerns. |
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Who shall publish a schedule of station maintenance and assignments? |
Station captains |
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T/F - members may be assigned to make beds |
False - no member may be assigned to make the beds of other members. However, they may be assigned to place bedspreads on unused beds. |
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If installations or alterations are needed on station equipment who's permission is required? |
Logistics Deputy Chief |
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Installation of monitoring equipment or antennas on the roof must be approved by the_____ |
Logistics Deputy Chief - to assure problem-free roof installations. |
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When should the emergency water by changed out? |
January and July - 55 gallons |
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Station security includes; |
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What two types of alarm systems are found on stations/ |
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T/F - contractors test both supervised and local alarms. |
False - contractors only test supervised alarms |
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Local alarm testing shall be recorded how? |
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Smoke detectors not tied to alarm system must be tested ______ |
quarterly - by pushing the "test" button. if alarm sounds it passes - don't use live or liquid smoke. |
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T/F - smoke detectors tied to the alarm panel must be tested by EOPS staff |
false - contractors check them with the alarm system. |
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T/F - the company officer is responsible for causing and recording test of pumpers, aerial ladders, elevated platforms and ground ladders. |
False - the Logistics Deputy Chief is responsible. |
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All aerial and ground ladders with possible damage shall be reported to _____ |
Logistics, who will determine the need for testing |
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Station captains shall publish a ____ ______ checklist as necessary to safeguard apparatus ___________. |
publish an apparatus maintenance checklist to safeguard apparatus readiness. |
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How ofter must power tools and equipment carried on apparatus be tested? |
weekly - by running and starting |
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Typical power tool/equipment items to be inspected (weekly) are |
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SCBA's will be ______ and ______ tested when? |
visually inspected and functionally tested at beginning of each shift and after each use. |
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T/F - SCBA are changed on the last Sunday in October and the first Sunday on April |
False - they will be replaced as needed plus on the last Sunday in October and first Sunday on April. |
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Is it possible to have turn-outs cleaned between regularly scheduled cleanings? |
Yes - if they are excessively dirty contact uniforms officer. Company officer will manage |
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How often should boost tanks be flushed? |
Every Quarter; January, April, July, October |
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How do you record the boost tank flush? |
An entry shall be made in the Productivity Tab\Apparatus Maintenance |
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What two other Bureaus will Portland Fire work closely with on occasion? |
Water Bureau Police Bureau |
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Public relations with the community at the fire station may included; |
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What are outward signs of quality that the public may see in Portland Fire |
appearance of personnel, equipment and the station. |
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_______, _______ and _______ are essential in assisting citizens who come into the fire station |
courtesy tactfulness helpfulness |
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The careful ________ and _______ of furnishing and personal possessions is a critical matter to owners. |
salvage and overhaul |
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Observance of _______ and ______ driving practices while responding to and returning from incidents help build a favorable public attitude. |
safe and considerate |
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During inspections activities in what ways can we show that we consider fire prevention a prime objective> |
good appearance of personnel, having courteous manners and a professional attitude. |
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T/F - The Logistics Captain is responsible for the custody and use of equipment assigned to the station. |
False - the station captain is responsible |
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Which two inventory reports shall the captain prepare? |
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Once prepared where are the inventory reports stored? |
They shall be kept up-to-date and maintained in the station file accessible to all officers and subject to inspection |
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It is the ______ of PF&R that all company members participate in organized group _____, unless officially excused. |
policy that members participate in group meals |
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To be excused from group meals a member must submit a letter from ______ |
a private physician stating the reason for a special diet - send it to EOPS Deputy Chief |
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If a reserve apparatus is taken out of service or relocated who should be notified? |
the fire liaison who will keep its status current |
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When a reserve apparatus is relocated what data entry shall be made and where? |
an entry into station "home" Journal\Entry tab, including the place it has been moved and the time in and out of the "home" station. |
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If the "home" station is not in quarters who makes the necessary data entry? |
the person authorized to relocate the apparatus |
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Both company officers, or their designees, shall jointly _____________ |
inspect the reserve apparatus when it is returned for state of readiness, cleanliness and inventory. |
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T/F - If the apparatus is not clean or equipment is missing the captain should be notified. |
False he BC should be notified |
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T/F - members may not engage in any leisure-tie activity of a personal nature. |
False - it's ok as long as it doesn't interfere with any routine or emergency duty |
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Overhead doors shall be kept in what three positions? |
fully open completely closed or open no more than a foot for ventilation |
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What is the city HR rule for smoking? |
4.02 |
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Smoking or carrying any lighted smoking instrument is prohibited within _____ feet of the exterior of any City of Portland building |
50 feet - but does not include roadways (driveway, sidewalks and planting strips are included) |
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What is an exception to the smoking policy that impacts Portland Fire. |
certain area of Portland Fire that can be fully opened to the out of doors as designated by the Fire Chief |
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Captains shall determine the necessary quantity of __________ to be maintained in station inventoried |
white gas (i.e. coleman lantern fuel) |
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Flammable liquids are not to be stored in the__________ |
basement |
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Where should flammable liquids been stored? |
Enclosed metal lockers on or adjacent to the apparatus floor. |
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How much kerosene and solvent can be kept at the station |
one 5-gallon safety can. Companies with tiller cab heaters can keep one additional 5-gallon container in the apparatus floor locker or station storeroom. |
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How many paint products and maintenance material can be kept at the station? |
Limit to actual needs - store in storeroom in closed containers |
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Can gas be dispensed indoors |
No |
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Spills should be wiped up ______ |
immediately |
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Where do you keep paint and grease rags? |
covered metal can |
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If you need to store larger quantities of paint, kerosene etc. who authorizes it? |
Fire Marshall via ones BC |
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If a citizen ask about hazardous material disposal what do you do? |
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Can a company keep haz-mat material for disposal? |
No |
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Is it allowed to load small arms ammunition at the fire station? |
No |
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T/F - you can used the city owned TV for normal use as long as you turn it on to Bureau TV during roll-call. |
False -business use only |
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When shall the city-owned TV be turned on? |
at roll call each day to ensure proper operation |
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The Quarterly Safety Inspection has been established to comply with _______ |
OSHA |
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What form is used for the quarterly safety inspection |
300.35 |
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Who do you send the quarterly safety inspection to |
Portland Fire Safety Officer for data entry and filing |
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T/F - the station captain can perform the safety inspection by themselves |
false - it shall be performed with another member who will act as the labor representavive |
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If deficiencies or unsafe conditions are found how should they be reported? |
On the "Safety Deficiency Report" form 200.90 - send thru channels to Bureau Safety Officer. Also, follwed-up with a 500.36 repair request |
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The results of the inspection will be recorded on the station _______ \ _________ |
Productivity Tab \ Administrative Duties |
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What are the watch duties |
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If a company is tapped out and no instructions are forthcoming from BOEC the officer should |
contact BOEC via PFB Dispatch and be governed by their instructions |
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When doing ground maintenance a ___ shall be monitored |
pac-set |
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T/F - the business phone is restricted to official business only |
True - but brief important personal calls are allowed. Must use calling card for long distance |
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Violation of the business phone use may result in |
discipline up to and including discharge |
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T/F - the business number should not be given out. |
False - it may be given out for the general public for station official business |
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When answering the business phone the member shall give _______ |
their name and company. Any messages from BOEC shall be repeated |
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if a station captain wants to get a speed dial number added where do they send that request |
Logistics Staff Captain |
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How does the call waiting feature work? |
a tone will sound - then 10 seconds later another one. depress the hook for a second and press 111. |
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Cell phones assigned to companies and members can be used for personal use when_____ |
it's a family emergency or unforeseen work schedule changes and only if a landline, pay for or personal phone is not available first |
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Use of personal cell phones or other electronic devices which may _______ |
interfere with a member's ability to respond or perform their duty is prohibited. |
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Mobile communication devices include: |
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T/F - You can't drive a city vehicle while operating a cell phone or mobile communication device with or without a hands-free (blue tooth) device. |
True - except to report illegal act or to call for emergency help or to prevent injury to people or property |
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Sworn employees _______ to _______ are allowed to use mobile communication devices |
responding to an emergency - as long as it does not interfere with their ability to safely operate their vehicle |
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T/F - all use of _____ communication devices while responding to an emergency is prohibited |
personal |
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It is preferable that devices be ______ to avoid driving distractions |
silenced |
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At no time will ____ or _______ operators use, manipulate, or adjust mobile communication devices while driving their apparatus. |
apparatus or tiller operators |
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T/F - Supervisors must realize that employees may be inaccessible while they are driving. |
True - leave a mesage and allow for travel time before expecting a call back |
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In case of a power failure at a fire station what procedure are followed? |
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If emergency generator fails to operate during a power outage. |
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Where are portable generators stored? |
basement of Logistics |