Standard Operating Guidelines - User contributions [en]

Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance

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==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===130.12 Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment===

===Section 1: Bunker Gear===
===PURPOSE:===
To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for structural firefighting. 

This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief. 

The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===PROCEDURE:===
===Administration and Guidelines===
The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1851, the Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles, 2014 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.
* '''Selection Committee:'''
**The Department’s designated Safety Committee shall oversee the authorization/ selection of structural firefighting ensemble. The Assistant Fire Chief or his/her designee will be responsible for the care, maintenance and record keeping of the Department’s personal protective equipment.
* '''Contract Resources''' 
If this organization elects to utilize contract resources for specific parts of this program, the contractor shall substantiate to the committee that it has been recognized by the manufacturer to perform:
* Cleaning
* Repair
* Modifications 
The contractor shall also identify to the committee any limitations placed by the manufacturer as a condition of recognition.

===Training Requirements===
'''Inspections''' 
''Routine Inspection''
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained by the manufacturer’s representative may perform training. Advanced Inspection
''Advanced Inspection''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Advanced Inspections as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
* Each member who is assigned to perform the advance inspections must attend on-line or classroom training by the manufacture.

'''Cleaning''' 
''Routine Cleaning''
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained will perform training.
''Advanced Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization will be trained to perform Advanced Cleaning as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
''Specialized Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Specialized Cleaning as directed by this document.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
'''Repair''' 
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.
* Helmets - No physical alterations of department issued PPE is permitted, with the exception of helmet reflective tetrahedrons. Three non-consecutive tetrahedrons can be removed and replaced with reflective stickers. The stickers must first be approved by the Fire Chief prior to being placed onto the helmet. One sticker will be the VMR Technician sticker. The remaining tetrahedrons must be colors that are currently approved by the manufacturer (lime green, red, orange, white, and black) Only silk screen or brass eagle shields are authorized. The firefighter's last name shall be clearly visible from the back of the helmet. Any questions on this should be directed to the bunker gear program manager or Assistant Fire Chief.

===Manufacturer’s Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.
* When issuing new ensembles or ensemble elements, this organization shall provide its members with applicable parts of this document and, a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions on care, use, maintenance, limitations and, warnings.

===Limiting Exposure to Soiled or Contaminated Ensembles or Ensemble Elements===
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are determined to be soiled or contaminated shall be removed from service, placed in an airtight container and transported to Fire Station 45 or 47 to be cleaned or decontaminated.
* It should be avoided that members of this organization transport or store soiled or contaminated ensembles or ensemble elements in department living areas, department apparatus, personal vehicles, or personal place of residence.
* At no time shall members of this organization unnecessarily expose themselves, family, other members of this organization, or the public to ensembles and ensemble elements that have been soiled or contaminated.
* The committee shall also become familiar with federal and state OSHA regulations as well as section 2.5 and A.2.5 of NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Ensemble, and NFPA 1581 Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program with regards to soiled or contaminated ensembles.

===Terminology and Definitions===
The following terms with definitions are recognized by NFPA and may be found in this document or others created in support of this document:
* '''Accessories''': Those items that are attached to an ensemble or ensemble element but designed in such a manner to be removable from the ensemble or the element and that are not necessary to meet the requirements of the standard. Such accessories include, but are not limited to, utility belts, harnesses, backpacks, tools, tool packs, radios, radio packs, suspenders, lights, and heat sensing devices.
* '''Biological Agents''': Biological materials that could be capable of causing a disease or long-term damage to the human body.
* '''Body Fluids''': Fluids produced by the body including, but not limited to, blood, semen, mucus, feces, urine, vaginal secretions, breast milk, amniotic fluids, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, and pericardial fluid.
* '''Carcinogen/Carcinogenic''': A cancer-causing substance which is identified in one of several published lists.
* '''Care''': Procedures for cleaning, decontamination, and storage of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Certification/Certified''': A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of a specific standard(s), authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of that standard(s), and establishes a follow-up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine compliance with the requirements of that standard(s).
* '''Char''': The formation of a brittle residue when material is exposed to thermal energy.
* '''Cleaning''': The act of removing soils and contaminants from ensembles and elements by mechanical, chemical, thermal or combined processes.
* '''Advanced Cleaning''': The thorough cleaning of ensembles or elements bywashing with cleaning agents.
* '''Contract Cleaning''': Cleaning conducted by a facility outside the organization that specializes in cleaning protective clothing.
* '''Routine Cleaning''': The light cleaning of ensembles or elements performed by the end user without taking the elements out of service.
* '''Specialized Cleaning''': Cleaning to remove hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coat''': A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to upper torso and arms, excluding the hands and head.
* '''Contamination/Contaminated''': The process by which ensembles and ensemble elements are exposed to hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coverall'''.: A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble configured as a single-piece garment and designed to provide minimum protection to the torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Craze''': The appearance of fine cracks in surface of helmet shell or other smooth surface of an element.
* '''Cross Contamination''': The transfer of contamination from one item to another or to the environment.
* '''Crown''': The portion of the helmet that covers the head above the reference plane.
* '''Crown Straps''': A helmet term for the part of the suspension that passes over the head.
* '''Decontamination''': The act of removing contaminants from ensembles and ensemble elements by a physical, chemical, or combined process. (See also Cleaning, and Specialized Cleaning.) Disinfectant: An agent that destroys, neutralizes, or inhibits the growth of harmful biological agents.
* '''Ear Covers''': An integral part of the helmet designed to provide limited protection for the ears. Provides no significant thermal protection.
* '''Elasticity''': The ability of an ensemble or element, when repeatedly stretched, to return to its original form as applied to wristlets and hoods.
* '''Elements''': The parts or items that comprise the protective ensemble. The protective ensemble elements are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Embrittlement''': The hardening of a textile material that makes the ensemble or element or a textile material susceptible to easy fracture.
* '''Emergency Medical Operations''': The delivery of emergency medical care and transportation prior to arrival at a hospital or other health care facility.
* '''Energy Absorbing System''': A material, suspension system, or combination thereof incorporated into the design of the helmet to attenuate impact energy.
* '''Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural fire fighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Face shield''': A helmet component intended to help protect a portion of the wearer’s face in addition to the eyes, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Field test''': The non-laboratory evaluation of one or more protective ensemble elements used to determine product performance related to organizational expectations or to compare products in a manner related to their intended use.
* '''Fit''': The quality, state or manner in which the length and closeness of clothing, when worn, relates to the human body.
* '''Flame Resistance/Resistant''': The property of a material whereby the application of a flaming or non-flaming source of ignition and the subsequent removal of the ignition source results in the termination of combustion. Flame resistance can be an inherent property of the material, or it can be imparted by specific treatment.
* '''Footwear''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
* '''Functional/Functionality''': The ability of an ensemble or element or component to continue to be utilized for its intended purpose.
* '''Garment(s)''': The coat, trouser, or coverall elements of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the upper and lower torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Gauntlet''': The circular, flared, or otherwise expanded part of the glove that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Gear Manager''': Internet based software program for electronic records management of personal protective equipment.
* '''Gloves''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the fingers, thumb, hand, and wrist.
* '''Glove Wristlet''': The circular, close-fitting part of the glove, usually made of knitted material, that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Goggles''': A helmet component intended to help protect the wearer’s eyes and a portion of the wearer’s face, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Hardware''': Non-fabric components of the structural firefighting protective ensemble including, but not limited to, those made of metal or plastic.
* '''Hazardous Materials''': Any solid, liquid, gas, or mixture thereof that can potentially cause harm to the human body through respiration, ingestion, skin absorption, injection, or contact.
* '''Hazardous Materials Emergencies''': Incidents involving the release or potential release of hazardous chemicals into the environment that can cause loss of life, personnel injury, or damage to property and the environment.
* '''Helmet''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the head.
* '''Hood''': The interface component element of the protective ensemble designed to provide limited protection to the coat/helmet/SCBA face piece interface area.
* '''Integrity''': The ability of a ensemble or element to remain intact and provide continued minimum performance.
* '''Interface Area''': An area of the body where the protective garments, helmet, gloves, footwear, or SCBA face piece meet (i.e., the protective coat/helmet/SCBA face piece area, protective coat/protective trouser area, the protective coat/glove area, and the protective trouser/footwear area).
* '''Liner System''': The combination of the moisture barrier and thermal barrier as used in a garment.
* '''Maintenance''': Procedures for inspection, repair, and retirement of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Manufacturer''': The entity that assumes the liability and provides the warranty for the compliant product.
* '''Melt''': A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping.
* '''Moisture Barrier''': The portion of the composite designed to prevent the transfer of liquids.
* '''Organization''': The entity that provides the direct management and supervision for the emergency incident response personnel.
* '''Outer Shell''': The outermost layer of the composite with the exception of trim, hardware, reinforcing material and wristlet material.
* '''Protective Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural firefighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Reinforcement''': An additional layer placed in or on an element.
* '''Retirement''': The process of permanently removing an element from emergency operations service in the organization.
* '''Seams'''
**'''Major A Seams''': Outermost layer seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the inner layers such as the moisture barrier, the thermal barrier, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Major B Seams''': Moisture barrier or thermal barrier seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the next layer of the garment, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Minor Seams''': Seam assemblies that are not classified as Major A or Major B seams.
* '''Selection''': The process of determining what protective clothing and equipment is necessary for protection of fire and emergency service responders from an anticipated, specific hazard, or other activity, the procurement of the appropriate protective clothing and equipment, and the choice of the proper protective clothing and equipment for a specific hazard or activity at an emergency scene.
* '''Separate''': A material response evidenced by splitting or delaminating.
* '''Service Life''': The period for which a ensemble or element is useful before retirement.
* '''Shall''': Indicates a mandatory requirement.
* '''Shank''': Reinforcement to the area of protective footwear designed to provide additional support to the instep.
* '''Should''': Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.
* '''Soiled/Soiling''': The accumulation of materials, that are not considered hazardous materials or biological agents, but which could degrade the performance of the ensemble or element.
* '''Stress Areas''': Those areas of the garment that are subjected to more wear, including but not limited to, crotches, knees, elbows, and shoulders.
* '''Suspension''': A helmet term for the energy attenuating system made up of the headband and crown strap.
* '''Tensile Strength''': The force at which a fiber or a fabric will break.
* '''Thermal Barrier''': The portion of protective ensemble or element composite that is designed to provide thermal protection.
* '''Trim''': Retro-reflective and fluorescent material attached to the outermost surface of the protective ensemble or element for visibility enhancement.
* '''Trouser''': A protective garment. An element of the protective ensemble that is designed to provide minimum protection to the lower torso and legs, excluding the ankles and feet.
* '''Universal Precautions''': An approach to infection control in which human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluids is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.
* '''Units''': In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement, as these values might be approximate.
* '''Utility Sink''': A separate sink used for cleaning ensembles and ensemble elements.
* '''Winter Liner''': A garment term for an optional component layer designed to provide added insulation against cold.
* '''Wristlet''': An interface component element of the protective ensemble that is the circular, close-fitting extension of the coat sleeve, usually made of knitted material, designed to provide limited protection to the protective coat/glove inter-face area.

===RECORD KEEPING===
All record keeping will be maintained and stored on an electronic data collection program. This record keeping system complies with NFPA 1851. 
At a minimum, the following data shall be recorded:
* Person to whom element is issued
* Date and condition when issued
* Manufacturer and model name or design
* Manufacturer’s identification number, lot number, or serial number
* Month and year of manufacture
* Date of and findings of Advanced Inspection (required at least every 12 months)
* Date of Advanced Cleaning (required at least every 6 months)
* Date of Specialized cleaning (required when decontamination is necessary)
* Reason for Advanced Cleaning or Specialized Cleaning and who performed the task
* Date of repairs, who performed repairs, and brief description of all repairs
* Date of retirement
* Date and method of disposal 
Records shall be maintained until the element is retired and disposition has occurred. Records shall be kept for at least 12 months past retirement of the employee.

===SELECTION===
Risk Assessment
* The Assistant Fire Chief or his /her designee shall initiate a risk assessment with the goal of establishing the appropriate needs for the personal protective equipment of the organization on an annual basis. 

The risk assessment shall consider the following:
* Climate
* Field elevation
* Expected low & high temperature
* Average day and night temperatures
* Average winds
* Average humidity
* Types of incidents responding to
* Frequency of use of ensembles
* Organization’s operational strategy and tactics
* Past experiences
* Other issues deemed important 

The Assistant Fire Chief, or his /her designee shall have the option to contact manufacturers or vendors to field test other protective ensembles and evaluate their equipment for technology changes and organizational needs. 

'''Purchase Specifications''' 
Purchase specifications are intended to translate the findings of the Department that identifies the performance and design requirements of the ensemble or ensemble elements as well as every aspect of this organizations needs and expectations. 

The purchase specifications shall incorporate at least the following information:
* The governing regulations each element is to comply with.
* Language required by the purchasing department.
* Any language requiring manufacturers’ to substantiate, to the committee’s satisfaction, compliance with the purchase specification.
* Language detailing a pre-bid conference, if deemed necessary.
* Language requiring bid samples be submitted, if deemed necessary.
* Language indicating that an inspection of received products will be completed prior to final acceptance of all orders.
* Language detailing performance demands such as delivery, sizing, training, etc.
* Garment outer shell fabric, weight and, color.
* Garment thermal liner/moisture barrier composite.
* Garment trim type and configuration.
* Garment closure system.
* Garment wristlet system.
* Hood fabric and face opening criteria.
* Glove composite, gauntlet or wristlet (wristlet fabric).
* Helmet material, color, retention system, trim configuration, trim color, ear coverings, and eye protection.
* Boot composite.
* The various options that are being added to each element.
* Language detailing specific construction criteria for each element.
* Intergovernmental cooperative purchasing contracts.

===INSPECTION===
'''General Information'''
The purpose of the inspection process is to determine the serviceability of the ensemble and the ensemble elements by identifying damage that, if left unnoticed, could result in a failure of that element.
* Prior to initiating an inspection, the ensemble and ensemble elements shall be evaluated for soiling and contamination.
* If the ensemble or ensemble elements are found to be soiled or contaminated, the inspection processes shall be suspended until the ensemble and its elements have been clean or decontaminated. .
* The inspection criteria shall be in a “GO” or “NO GO” criteria.
* Elements that are found to be damaged shall be immediately removed from service and evaluated by the fire officer responsible for protective ensembles, who is specially trained to determine if the element is to be repaired or retired. 

Inspections shall be classified as Routine Inspection and Advanced Inspection. 

'''Routine Inspection'''
* Routine Inspection is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Inspections shall be completed after each use, after exposure to an event that could have resulted in damage to the element or, as warranted.
* This organization encourages each member to conduct a routine or brief inspection prior to the start of each duty day.

'''Advanced Inspection'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained by the manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative shall conduct advanced Inspections.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Inspections, provided they meet all manufacturers’ requirements.
* Advanced Inspections shall be performed at least every 12 months with the findings documented on an electronic data collection program, which is utilized by this organization.
* An Advanced Inspection shall also be completed when a Routine Inspection identifies a potential problem.
* This organization also requires an Advanced Inspection to be completed prior to any element being returned to service from Advanced Cleaning, Specialized Cleaning or Repair.

===Routine Inspection Procedures===
The Routine Inspection shall include the following, minimum criteria: 

Jacket and Trouser
* Soiling, contamination or physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Damaged/missing hardware and closure systems
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Hood
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Loss of face opening adjustment 

Helmet
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage to the shell, such as cracks, crazing, dents, soft spots, and abrasions
* Thermal damage to the shell such as bubbling, soft spots, warping, or discoloration
* Physical damage to the ear flaps such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing components of the suspension and retention systems
* Damaged or missing components of the face shield/goggle system, including discoloration, crazing, and scratches to the face shield/goggle lens limiting visibility
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Gloves
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes and melting
* Inverted liner
* Shrinkage
* Loss of elasticity/flexibility 

Footwear
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as cuts, tears, and punctures
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Exposed/deformed steel toe, steel midsole, and shank
* Loss of water resistance
* Closure system component damage and functionality

===CLEANING===
'''General Information'''
* This organization shall provide a means of having soiled and contaminated ensemble and ensemble elements cleaned and decontaminated.
* UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS shall always be utilized when handling soiled and contaminated elements.
* The manufacturer of the element shall be contacted anytime there is a question regarding cleaning or decontaminating.
* Cleaning shall be classified as Routine Cleaning, Advanced Cleaning and Specialized Cleaning.
* Proper cleaning detergent should be utilized. The cleaning product is located near the washing machine at both Station 45 and 47.
* The Battalion Chief shall determine if a garment should be washed after an incident in which the garment could have been contaminated. 

'''Routine Cleaning'''
* Routine Cleaning is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Cleaning shall be completed following an event that results in soiling or contamination to the element or, as warranted. 

'''Advanced Cleaning'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained as per Chapter 1, Section 4, Training Requirements, of this document, shall conduct advanced Cleaning.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* Advanced Cleaning shall be performed at least annually and the findings documented as per Chapter 2.
* An Advanced Cleaning shall also be completed when a Routine Cleaning fails to render the elements sufficiently clean.
* This organization also requires Advanced Cleaning to be completed prior to any element being submitted for Advanced Inspection. 

'''Specialized Cleaning (Hazardous Material Exposure)'''
* Universal precautions shall be observed when handling elements known or suspected to be contaminated with hazardous materials or biological agents.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are known or suspected to be contaminated shall be isolated, tagged, bagged and removed from service under the supervision of the senior fire ground commander or his designate.
* Contract Resources may also perform specialized Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* If a Contract Resource is utilized, contaminated elements shall be shipped in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Upon completion of Specialized Cleaning, the elements shall be inspected for effectiveness of cleaning and, if necessary, cleaning process is to be repeated. 

'''General Cleaning Guidelines'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Water temperature shall not exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Commercial dry cleaning shall not be used as a means of cleaning or decontaminating ensembles and ensemble elements unless approved by the manufacturer of the ensemble or ensemble element.
* Chlorine bleach or chlorinated solvents shall never be used to clean or decontaminate ensembles or ensemble elements.
* Cleaning solutions shall have a pH range of not less than 6.0 pH and not greater than 10.5 pH.
* To prevent structural damage to the ensemble or ensemble element, heavy scrubbing or spraying with high velocity water jets, such as a power washer, shall not be used.
* Protective ensembles and ensemble elements shall be cleaned separately from non-protective items. Non protective ensemble items (clothing, household articles, etc.) shall not be washed with protective ensemble items.
* To prevent damage to components and cross contamination, the shells and liners of protective garment elements shall be separated and cleaned with like items (shells with shells and liners with liners, etc.).
* All items shall be emptied from the pockets to prevent damage to ensemble.
* All Velcro shall be secured prior to washing the garment to prevent damage to the garment. 

'''Routine Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing a Routine Cleaning guideline, the fire officer responsible for the care and maintenance of protective ensembles shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**When possible, initiate cleaning at the incident scene.
**#Brush off any dry debris.
**#Gently rinse off debris with a water hose.
**#If necessary, scrub gently with a soft bristle brush and rinse off again.
**If necessary, spot clean utilizing procedures for Utility Sink.
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Advanced Cleaning. 

'''Advanced Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing an Advanced Cleaning guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Brush off any dry debris.
**Clean utilizing procedures for:
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning.
***Contract Resources
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Specialized Cleaning. 

'''Specialized Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Where elements are known or suspected of being contaminated with a hazardous material or biological agent, an attempt shall be made to identify the contaminant or suspected contaminant.
* When the contaminant has been identified, this organization shall consult the manufacturer of the contaminant for an appropriate decontamination agent and process.
* In addition, the manufacturer of each element shall also be contacted for approval of the recommended agent and process.
* If the contaminate can not be identified or a cleaning solution found, the ensemble or ensemble elements shall be disposed of following federal, state, and local guidelines.
* For ensembles or ensemble elements that have been soiled with body fluids the following process shall be used:
**Contact the manufacturer or follow the provided manufacturer’s instructions to determine appropriate disinfectant to use.
**Clean following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Inspect for effectiveness of cleaning, and repeat process and repeat process if necessary. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Utility Sink'''
* The following procedures shall be used when cleaning in a utility sink:
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**Fill the sink with water not to exceed 40° C (105° F).
**Add cleaning solution or detergent (liquid is recommended)
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Do not overload the sink.
**Scrub gently using a soft bristle brush.
**Use extra care with moisture barrier assemblies.
**Drain the water from the sink.
**Refill the sink; agitate gently using gloved hand or stir stick.
**Gently wring out garments and drain the water from the sink.
**Repeat the rinse steps until garment is thoroughly rinsed.
**Dry the elements.
**Rinse out the sink. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Machine Washer'''
* The following procedures shall be used for machine cleaning:
**Load machine with no more than three jackets and pants.
**Wash outer shell separate from thermal/moisture barrier.
**Add detergent/cleaning agent to the top of the washer.
**Press “start”. Machine is preset for automatic operation by manufacturer of extractor.
**If biohazard contamination is suspected, manually add eight ounces of disinfectant as machine fills.
**Do not overload the machine.
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Fasten all closures, including pocket closures, hook and loop, snaps, zippers, and hooks, etc.
**Remove items upon completion of all cycles and air-dry the elements.
**Inspect and rewash if necessary.
* Drying Procedures for Garments
**In establishing a Drying guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on drying the ensemble or ensemble element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**For air drying:
***Place elements in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
***Do not dry in direct sunlight.
**Do not place the garment in the bay or where the garment could be exposed to carcinogens.
**For machine drying:
**Machine drying will not be permitted.
* Helmet Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the helmet element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Helmets shall not be machine cleaned or dried.
***Helmet shells, headbands, crown straps, ear covers, suspension systems, and all other components shall be hand washed using a Utility Sink.
***The manufacturer shall be consulted if stronger cleaning agents are required.
**No solvents shall be used to clean the face shield or goggle.
**The manufacturer shall be consulted when more thorough cleaning of the face shield or goggle is necessary. 

* Hood Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the hood element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***The Hood shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Hoods shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures 
**Hoods shall be washed each Sunday.
* Glove Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Gloves shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Gloves shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures with the exception of no heat setting shall ever be used. 

* Footwear Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection. The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Footwear shall not be machined washed
**Footwear shall be cleaned following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Footwear shall be air dried in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area.
**Footwear shall not be machine dried. 

===REPAIRS===
Due to the complex nature of repairs and the liability associated with making them, this organization shall use Contract Resources to facilitate all repair work as well as alterations and modifications.

===ISSUING AND STORAGE===
'''Issuing'''
* The ensemble or ensemble elements that are to be issued shall be inspected to confirm they are in a serviceable condition.
* The ensemble or ensemble element shall be properly fitted to the member receiving the equipment.
* Member shall receive adequate training for the donning, doffing, limitations, care and, maintenance of each element.
* The member shall receive a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions, if available, for each element and, a copy of this standard operating guideline.
* All training shall be documented upon completion of the care and maintenance, limitations and the proper donning of each element. 

'''Short Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are issued but not in use shall be stored or transported as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Soiled or contaminated elements shall be handled properly as outlined in this guideline.
**Contaminated Bunker Gear shall not be stored or transported in patient compartments of the Rescue. 

'''Long Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are not issued shall be stored as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers except when new and never issued
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored at temperatures below –40c or above 82c.
**Storage area shall be clean, dry and, well ventilated
**Ensemble elements shall be clean and dry before being placed into storage

===RETIREMENT and DISPOSITION===
'''Retirement'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements shall be retired and removed from service when they are worn or damaged to the extent that they can no longer be repaired, decontamination is not possible or cost prohibited.
* A member of this organization who has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements shall determine retirement.
* A Contract Resource can also make recommendations for retirement however; final determination shall be made by fire officer responsible for our protective ensembles, which has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements.
*All garments shall be retired and taken out of service when they reach 10 years 

'''Disposition
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired shall be destroyed or disposed of in such a manner that prevents their use in firefighting or other emergencies.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired, but are still serviceable may be used for training provided that the training does not involve live firefighting.
* Retired ensembles or ensemble elements that are used for training shall be marked in such a way that would prevent their being used for live firefighting. 

'''Procedures for Events Involving Injury or Death'''
* Upon the removal of the ensemble or ensemble elements from the employee, the incident commander, who is on scene shall take custody of each element.
**Universal precautions shall be utilized before handling any element involved in the event.
**The incident commander shall act to preserve each element from unnecessary handling and further damage
**The incident commander shall document the time and circumstances as soon as possible.
**The incident commander shall secure each element and maintain custody until turned over to a police officer and held as evidence.
**Each element shall be secured in a paper bag or cardboard box and sealed with tamper proof tape by a police officer.
**At no time shall elements be placed in an airtight container, except when contaminated with a hazardous material.
**Custody of each element shall be maintained until the investigation or litigation is concluded.

===Section 2: Technical Rescue Gear===
===Purpose===
To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for technical rescue gear.
This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief.
The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===Procedure===

===Administration and Guidelines===
* The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1951: Standard on Protective Ensemble for Technical Rescue Incidents, 2013 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.

===Use===
* Technical rescue gear, which consist of issued recue helmet, gloves, boots, and ensemble, shall be the PPE of choice for all auto accidents and technical rescue incidents where firefighting gear is not indicated.

===Inspections===
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.

===Cleaning===
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.

===Repair===
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.

===Manufacturer's Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.

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[[Category:Training and Safety]]

Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance

2018-05-15T15:05:27Z

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==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===130.12 Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment===

===Section 1: Bunker Gear===
===PURPOSE:===
To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for structural firefighting. 

This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief. 

The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===PROCEDURE:===
===Administration and Guidelines===
The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1851, the Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles, 2014 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.
* '''Selection Committee:'''
**The Department’s designated Safety Committee shall oversee the authorization/ selection of structural firefighting ensemble. The Assistant Fire Chief or his/her designee will be responsible for the care, maintenance and record keeping of the Department’s personal protective equipment.
* '''Contract Resources''' 
If this organization elects to utilize contract resources for specific parts of this program, the contractor shall substantiate to the committee that it has been recognized by the manufacturer to perform:
* Cleaning
* Repair
* Modifications 
The contractor shall also identify to the committee any limitations placed by the manufacturer as a condition of recognition.

===Training Requirements===
'''Inspections''' 
''Routine Inspection''
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained by the manufacturer’s representative may perform training. Advanced Inspection
''Advanced Inspection''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Advanced Inspections as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
* Each member who is assigned to perform the advance inspections must attend on-line or classroom training by the manufacture.

'''Cleaning''' 
''Routine Cleaning''
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained will perform training.
''Advanced Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization will be trained to perform Advanced Cleaning as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
''Specialized Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Specialized Cleaning as directed by this document.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
'''Repair''' 
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.
* Helmets - No physical alterations of department issued PPE is permitted, with the exception of helmet reflective tetrahedrons. Three non-consecutive tetrahedrons can be removed and replaced with reflective stickers. The stickers must first be approved by the Fire Chief prior to being placed onto the helmet. One sticker will be the VMR Technician sticker. The remaining tetrahedrons must be colors that are currently approved by the manufacturer (lime green, red, orange, white, and black) Only silk screen or brass eagle shields are authorized. The firefighter's last name shall be clearly visible from the back of the helmet. Any questions on this should be directed to the bunker gear program manager or Assistant Fire Chief.

===Manufacturer’s Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.
* When issuing new ensembles or ensemble elements, this organization shall provide its members with applicable parts of this document and, a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions on care, use, maintenance, limitations and, warnings.

===Limiting Exposure to Soiled or Contaminated Ensembles or Ensemble Elements===
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are determined to be soiled or contaminated shall be removed from service, placed in an airtight container and transported to Fire Station 45 or 47 to be cleaned or decontaminated.
* It should be avoided that members of this organization transport or store soiled or contaminated ensembles or ensemble elements in department living areas, department apparatus, personal vehicles, or personal place of residence.
* At no time shall members of this organization unnecessarily expose themselves, family, other members of this organization, or the public to ensembles and ensemble elements that have been soiled or contaminated.
* The committee shall also become familiar with federal and state OSHA regulations as well as section 2.5 and A.2.5 of NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Ensemble, and NFPA 1581 Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program with regards to soiled or contaminated ensembles.

===Terminology and Definitions===
The following terms with definitions are recognized by NFPA and may be found in this document or others created in support of this document:
* '''Accessories''': Those items that are attached to an ensemble or ensemble element but designed in such a manner to be removable from the ensemble or the element and that are not necessary to meet the requirements of the standard. Such accessories include, but are not limited to, utility belts, harnesses, backpacks, tools, tool packs, radios, radio packs, suspenders, lights, and heat sensing devices.
* '''Biological Agents''': Biological materials that could be capable of causing a disease or long-term damage to the human body.
* '''Body Fluids''': Fluids produced by the body including, but not limited to, blood, semen, mucus, feces, urine, vaginal secretions, breast milk, amniotic fluids, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, and pericardial fluid.
* '''Carcinogen/Carcinogenic''': A cancer-causing substance which is identified in one of several published lists.
* '''Care''': Procedures for cleaning, decontamination, and storage of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Certification/Certified''': A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of a specific standard(s), authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of that standard(s), and establishes a follow-up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine compliance with the requirements of that standard(s).
* '''Char''': The formation of a brittle residue when material is exposed to thermal energy.
* '''Cleaning''': The act of removing soils and contaminants from ensembles and elements by mechanical, chemical, thermal or combined processes.
* '''Advanced Cleaning''': The thorough cleaning of ensembles or elements bywashing with cleaning agents.
* '''Contract Cleaning''': Cleaning conducted by a facility outside the organization that specializes in cleaning protective clothing.
* '''Routine Cleaning''': The light cleaning of ensembles or elements performed by the end user without taking the elements out of service.
* '''Specialized Cleaning''': Cleaning to remove hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coat''': A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to upper torso and arms, excluding the hands and head.
* '''Contamination/Contaminated''': The process by which ensembles and ensemble elements are exposed to hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coverall'''.: A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble configured as a single-piece garment and designed to provide minimum protection to the torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Craze''': The appearance of fine cracks in surface of helmet shell or other smooth surface of an element.
* '''Cross Contamination''': The transfer of contamination from one item to another or to the environment.
* '''Crown''': The portion of the helmet that covers the head above the reference plane.
* '''Crown Straps''': A helmet term for the part of the suspension that passes over the head.
* '''Decontamination''': The act of removing contaminants from ensembles and ensemble elements by a physical, chemical, or combined process. (See also Cleaning, and Specialized Cleaning.) Disinfectant: An agent that destroys, neutralizes, or inhibits the growth of harmful biological agents.
* '''Ear Covers''': An integral part of the helmet designed to provide limited protection for the ears. Provides no significant thermal protection.
* '''Elasticity''': The ability of an ensemble or element, when repeatedly stretched, to return to its original form as applied to wristlets and hoods.
* '''Elements''': The parts or items that comprise the protective ensemble. The protective ensemble elements are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Embrittlement''': The hardening of a textile material that makes the ensemble or element or a textile material susceptible to easy fracture.
* '''Emergency Medical Operations''': The delivery of emergency medical care and transportation prior to arrival at a hospital or other health care facility.
* '''Energy Absorbing System''': A material, suspension system, or combination thereof incorporated into the design of the helmet to attenuate impact energy.
* '''Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural fire fighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Face shield''': A helmet component intended to help protect a portion of the wearer’s face in addition to the eyes, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Field test''': The non-laboratory evaluation of one or more protective ensemble elements used to determine product performance related to organizational expectations or to compare products in a manner related to their intended use.
* '''Fit''': The quality, state or manner in which the length and closeness of clothing, when worn, relates to the human body.
* '''Flame Resistance/Resistant''': The property of a material whereby the application of a flaming or non-flaming source of ignition and the subsequent removal of the ignition source results in the termination of combustion. Flame resistance can be an inherent property of the material, or it can be imparted by specific treatment.
* '''Footwear''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
* '''Functional/Functionality''': The ability of an ensemble or element or component to continue to be utilized for its intended purpose.
* '''Garment(s)''': The coat, trouser, or coverall elements of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the upper and lower torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Gauntlet''': The circular, flared, or otherwise expanded part of the glove that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Gear Manager''': Internet based software program for electronic records management of personal protective equipment.
* '''Gloves''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the fingers, thumb, hand, and wrist.
* '''Glove Wristlet''': The circular, close-fitting part of the glove, usually made of knitted material, that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Goggles''': A helmet component intended to help protect the wearer’s eyes and a portion of the wearer’s face, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Hardware''': Non-fabric components of the structural firefighting protective ensemble including, but not limited to, those made of metal or plastic.
* '''Hazardous Materials''': Any solid, liquid, gas, or mixture thereof that can potentially cause harm to the human body through respiration, ingestion, skin absorption, injection, or contact.
* '''Hazardous Materials Emergencies''': Incidents involving the release or potential release of hazardous chemicals into the environment that can cause loss of life, personnel injury, or damage to property and the environment.
* '''Helmet''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the head.
* '''Hood''': The interface component element of the protective ensemble designed to provide limited protection to the coat/helmet/SCBA face piece interface area.
* '''Integrity''': The ability of a ensemble or element to remain intact and provide continued minimum performance.
* '''Interface Area''': An area of the body where the protective garments, helmet, gloves, footwear, or SCBA face piece meet (i.e., the protective coat/helmet/SCBA face piece area, protective coat/protective trouser area, the protective coat/glove area, and the protective trouser/footwear area).
* '''Liner System''': The combination of the moisture barrier and thermal barrier as used in a garment.
* '''Maintenance''': Procedures for inspection, repair, and retirement of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Manufacturer''': The entity that assumes the liability and provides the warranty for the compliant product.
* '''Melt''': A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping.
* '''Moisture Barrier''': The portion of the composite designed to prevent the transfer of liquids.
* '''Organization''': The entity that provides the direct management and supervision for the emergency incident response personnel.
* '''Outer Shell''': The outermost layer of the composite with the exception of trim, hardware, reinforcing material and wristlet material.
* '''Protective Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural firefighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Reinforcement''': An additional layer placed in or on an element.
* '''Retirement''': The process of permanently removing an element from emergency operations service in the organization.
* '''Seams'''
**'''Major A Seams''': Outermost layer seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the inner layers such as the moisture barrier, the thermal barrier, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Major B Seams''': Moisture barrier or thermal barrier seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the next layer of the garment, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Minor Seams''': Seam assemblies that are not classified as Major A or Major B seams.
* '''Selection''': The process of determining what protective clothing and equipment is necessary for protection of fire and emergency service responders from an anticipated, specific hazard, or other activity, the procurement of the appropriate protective clothing and equipment, and the choice of the proper protective clothing and equipment for a specific hazard or activity at an emergency scene.
* '''Separate''': A material response evidenced by splitting or delaminating.
* '''Service Life''': The period for which a ensemble or element is useful before retirement.
* '''Shall''': Indicates a mandatory requirement.
* '''Shank''': Reinforcement to the area of protective footwear designed to provide additional support to the instep.
* '''Should''': Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.
* '''Soiled/Soiling''': The accumulation of materials, that are not considered hazardous materials or biological agents, but which could degrade the performance of the ensemble or element.
* '''Stress Areas''': Those areas of the garment that are subjected to more wear, including but not limited to, crotches, knees, elbows, and shoulders.
* '''Suspension''': A helmet term for the energy attenuating system made up of the headband and crown strap.
* '''Tensile Strength''': The force at which a fiber or a fabric will break.
* '''Thermal Barrier''': The portion of protective ensemble or element composite that is designed to provide thermal protection.
* '''Trim''': Retro-reflective and fluorescent material attached to the outermost surface of the protective ensemble or element for visibility enhancement.
* '''Trouser''': A protective garment. An element of the protective ensemble that is designed to provide minimum protection to the lower torso and legs, excluding the ankles and feet.
* '''Universal Precautions''': An approach to infection control in which human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluids is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.
* '''Units''': In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement, as these values might be approximate.
* '''Utility Sink''': A separate sink used for cleaning ensembles and ensemble elements.
* '''Winter Liner''': A garment term for an optional component layer designed to provide added insulation against cold.
* '''Wristlet''': An interface component element of the protective ensemble that is the circular, close-fitting extension of the coat sleeve, usually made of knitted material, designed to provide limited protection to the protective coat/glove inter-face area.

===RECORD KEEPING===
All record keeping will be maintained and stored on an electronic data collection program. This record keeping system complies with NFPA 1851. 
At a minimum, the following data shall be recorded:
* Person to whom element is issued
* Date and condition when issued
* Manufacturer and model name or design
* Manufacturer’s identification number, lot number, or serial number
* Month and year of manufacture
* Date of and findings of Advanced Inspection (required at least every 12 months)
* Date of Advanced Cleaning (required at least every 6 months)
* Date of Specialized cleaning (required when decontamination is necessary)
* Reason for Advanced Cleaning or Specialized Cleaning and who performed the task
* Date of repairs, who performed repairs, and brief description of all repairs
* Date of retirement
* Date and method of disposal 
Records shall be maintained until the element is retired and disposition has occurred. Records shall be kept for at least 12 months past retirement of the employee.

===SELECTION===
Risk Assessment
* The Assistant Fire Chief or his /her designee shall initiate a risk assessment with the goal of establishing the appropriate needs for the personal protective equipment of the organization on an annual basis. 

The risk assessment shall consider the following:
* Climate
* Field elevation
* Expected low & high temperature
* Average day and night temperatures
* Average winds
* Average humidity
* Types of incidents responding to
* Frequency of use of ensembles
* Organization’s operational strategy and tactics
* Past experiences
* Other issues deemed important 

The Assistant Fire Chief, or his /her designee shall have the option to contact manufacturers or vendors to field test other protective ensembles and evaluate their equipment for technology changes and organizational needs. 

'''Purchase Specifications''' 
Purchase specifications are intended to translate the findings of the Department that identifies the performance and design requirements of the ensemble or ensemble elements as well as every aspect of this organizations needs and expectations. 

The purchase specifications shall incorporate at least the following information:
* The governing regulations each element is to comply with.
* Language required by the purchasing department.
* Any language requiring manufacturers’ to substantiate, to the committee’s satisfaction, compliance with the purchase specification.
* Language detailing a pre-bid conference, if deemed necessary.
* Language requiring bid samples be submitted, if deemed necessary.
* Language indicating that an inspection of received products will be completed prior to final acceptance of all orders.
* Language detailing performance demands such as delivery, sizing, training, etc.
* Garment outer shell fabric, weight and, color.
* Garment thermal liner/moisture barrier composite.
* Garment trim type and configuration.
* Garment closure system.
* Garment wristlet system.
* Hood fabric and face opening criteria.
* Glove composite, gauntlet or wristlet (wristlet fabric).
* Helmet material, color, retention system, trim configuration, trim color, ear coverings, and eye protection.
* Boot composite.
* The various options that are being added to each element.
* Language detailing specific construction criteria for each element.
* Intergovernmental cooperative purchasing contracts.

===INSPECTION===
'''General Information'''
The purpose of the inspection process is to determine the serviceability of the ensemble and the ensemble elements by identifying damage that, if left unnoticed, could result in a failure of that element.
* Prior to initiating an inspection, the ensemble and ensemble elements shall be evaluated for soiling and contamination.
* If the ensemble or ensemble elements are found to be soiled or contaminated, the inspection processes shall be suspended until the ensemble and its elements have been clean or decontaminated. .
* The inspection criteria shall be in a “GO” or “NO GO” criteria.
* Elements that are found to be damaged shall be immediately removed from service and evaluated by the fire officer responsible for protective ensembles, who is specially trained to determine if the element is to be repaired or retired. 

Inspections shall be classified as Routine Inspection and Advanced Inspection. 

'''Routine Inspection'''
* Routine Inspection is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Inspections shall be completed after each use, after exposure to an event that could have resulted in damage to the element or, as warranted.
* This organization encourages each member to conduct a routine or brief inspection prior to the start of each duty day.

'''Advanced Inspection'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained by the manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative shall conduct advanced Inspections.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Inspections, provided they meet all manufacturers’ requirements.
* Advanced Inspections shall be performed at least every 12 months with the findings documented on an electronic data collection program, which is utilized by this organization.
* An Advanced Inspection shall also be completed when a Routine Inspection identifies a potential problem.
* This organization also requires an Advanced Inspection to be completed prior to any element being returned to service from Advanced Cleaning, Specialized Cleaning or Repair.

===Routine Inspection Procedures===
The Routine Inspection shall include the following, minimum criteria: 

Jacket and Trouser
* Soiling, contamination or physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Damaged/missing hardware and closure systems
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Hood
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Loss of face opening adjustment 

Helmet
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage to the shell, such as cracks, crazing, dents, soft spots, and abrasions
* Thermal damage to the shell such as bubbling, soft spots, warping, or discoloration
* Physical damage to the ear flaps such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing components of the suspension and retention systems
* Damaged or missing components of the face shield/goggle system, including discoloration, crazing, and scratches to the face shield/goggle lens limiting visibility
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Gloves
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes and melting
* Inverted liner
* Shrinkage
* Loss of elasticity/flexibility 

Footwear
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as cuts, tears, and punctures
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Exposed/deformed steel toe, steel midsole, and shank
* Loss of water resistance
* Closure system component damage and functionality

===CLEANING===
'''General Information'''
* This organization shall provide a means of having soiled and contaminated ensemble and ensemble elements cleaned and decontaminated.
* UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS shall always be utilized when handling soiled and contaminated elements.
* The manufacturer of the element shall be contacted anytime there is a question regarding cleaning or decontaminating.
* Cleaning shall be classified as Routine Cleaning, Advanced Cleaning and Specialized Cleaning.
* Proper cleaning detergent should be utilized. The cleaning product is located near the washing machine at both Station 45 and 47.
* The Battalion Chief shall determine if a garment should be washed after an incident in which the garment could have been contaminated. 

'''Routine Cleaning'''
* Routine Cleaning is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Cleaning shall be completed following an event that results in soiling or contamination to the element or, as warranted. 

'''Advanced Cleaning'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained as per Chapter 1, Section 4, Training Requirements, of this document, shall conduct advanced Cleaning.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* Advanced Cleaning shall be performed at least annually and the findings documented as per Chapter 2.
* An Advanced Cleaning shall also be completed when a Routine Cleaning fails to render the elements sufficiently clean.
* This organization also requires Advanced Cleaning to be completed prior to any element being submitted for Advanced Inspection. 

'''Specialized Cleaning (Hazardous Material Exposure)'''
* Universal precautions shall be observed when handling elements known or suspected to be contaminated with hazardous materials or biological agents.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are known or suspected to be contaminated shall be isolated, tagged, bagged and removed from service under the supervision of the senior fire ground commander or his designate.
* Contract Resources may also perform specialized Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* If a Contract Resource is utilized, contaminated elements shall be shipped in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Upon completion of Specialized Cleaning, the elements shall be inspected for effectiveness of cleaning and, if necessary, cleaning process is to be repeated. 

'''General Cleaning Guidelines'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Water temperature shall not exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Commercial dry cleaning shall not be used as a means of cleaning or decontaminating ensembles and ensemble elements unless approved by the manufacturer of the ensemble or ensemble element.
* Chlorine bleach or chlorinated solvents shall never be used to clean or decontaminate ensembles or ensemble elements.
* Cleaning solutions shall have a pH range of not less than 6.0 pH and not greater than 10.5 pH.
* To prevent structural damage to the ensemble or ensemble element, heavy scrubbing or spraying with high velocity water jets, such as a power washer, shall not be used.
* Protective ensembles and ensemble elements shall be cleaned separately from non-protective items. Non protective ensemble items (clothing, household articles, etc.) shall not be washed with protective ensemble items.
* To prevent damage to components and cross contamination, the shells and liners of protective garment elements shall be separated and cleaned with like items (shells with shells and liners with liners, etc.).
* All items shall be emptied from the pockets to prevent damage to ensemble.
* All Velcro shall be secured prior to washing the garment to prevent damage to the garment. 

'''Routine Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing a Routine Cleaning guideline, the fire officer responsible for the care and maintenance of protective ensembles shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**When possible, initiate cleaning at the incident scene.
**#Brush off any dry debris.
**#Gently rinse off debris with a water hose.
**#If necessary, scrub gently with a soft bristle brush and rinse off again.
**If necessary, spot clean utilizing procedures for Utility Sink.
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Advanced Cleaning. 

'''Advanced Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing an Advanced Cleaning guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Brush off any dry debris.
**Clean utilizing procedures for:
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning.
***Contract Resources
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Specialized Cleaning. 

'''Specialized Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Where elements are known or suspected of being contaminated with a hazardous material or biological agent, an attempt shall be made to identify the contaminant or suspected contaminant.
* When the contaminant has been identified, this organization shall consult the manufacturer of the contaminant for an appropriate decontamination agent and process.
* In addition, the manufacturer of each element shall also be contacted for approval of the recommended agent and process.
* If the contaminate can not be identified or a cleaning solution found, the ensemble or ensemble elements shall be disposed of following federal, state, and local guidelines.
* For ensembles or ensemble elements that have been soiled with body fluids the following process shall be used:
**Contact the manufacturer or follow the provided manufacturer’s instructions to determine appropriate disinfectant to use.
**Clean following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Inspect for effectiveness of cleaning, and repeat process and repeat process if necessary. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Utility Sink'''
* The following procedures shall be used when cleaning in a utility sink:
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**Fill the sink with water not to exceed 40° C (105° F).
**Add cleaning solution or detergent (liquid is recommended)
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Do not overload the sink.
**Scrub gently using a soft bristle brush.
**Use extra care with moisture barrier assemblies.
**Drain the water from the sink.
**Refill the sink; agitate gently using gloved hand or stir stick.
**Gently wring out garments and drain the water from the sink.
**Repeat the rinse steps until garment is thoroughly rinsed.
**Dry the elements.
**Rinse out the sink. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Machine Washer'''
* The following procedures shall be used for machine cleaning:
**Load machine with no more than three jackets and pants.
**Wash outer shell separate from thermal/moisture barrier.
**Add detergent/cleaning agent to the top of the washer.
**Press “start”. Machine is preset for automatic operation by manufacturer of extractor.
**If biohazard contamination is suspected, manually add eight ounces of disinfectant as machine fills.
**Do not overload the machine.
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Fasten all closures, including pocket closures, hook and loop, snaps, zippers, and hooks, etc.
**Remove items upon completion of all cycles and air-dry the elements.
**Inspect and rewash if necessary.
* Drying Procedures for Garments
**In establishing a Drying guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on drying the ensemble or ensemble element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**For air drying:
***Place elements in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
***Do not dry in direct sunlight.
**Do not place the garment in the bay or where the garment could be exposed to carcinogens.
**For machine drying:
**Machine drying will not be permitted.
* Helmet Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the helmet element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Helmets shall not be machine cleaned or dried.
***Helmet shells, headbands, crown straps, ear covers, suspension systems, and all other components shall be hand washed using a Utility Sink.
***The manufacturer shall be consulted if stronger cleaning agents are required.
**No solvents shall be used to clean the face shield or goggle.
**The manufacturer shall be consulted when more thorough cleaning of the face shield or goggle is necessary. 

* Hood Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the hood element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***The Hood shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Hoods shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures 
**Hoods shall be washed each Sunday.
* Glove Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Gloves shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Gloves shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures with the exception of no heat setting shall ever be used. 

* Footwear Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection. The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Footwear shall not be machined washed
**Footwear shall be cleaned following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Footwear shall be air dried in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area.
**Footwear shall not be machine dried. 

===REPAIRS===
Due to the complex nature of repairs and the liability associated with making them, this organization shall use Contract Resources to facilitate all repair work as well as alterations and modifications.

===ISSUING AND STORAGE===
'''Issuing'''
* The ensemble or ensemble elements that are to be issued shall be inspected to confirm they are in a serviceable condition.
* The ensemble or ensemble element shall be properly fitted to the member receiving the equipment.
* Member shall receive adequate training for the donning, doffing, limitations, care and, maintenance of each element.
* The member shall receive a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions, if available, for each element and, a copy of this standard operating guideline.
* All training shall be documented upon completion of the care and maintenance, limitations and the proper donning of each element. 

'''Short Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are issued but not in use shall be stored or transported as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Soiled or contaminated elements shall be handled properly as outlined in this guideline.
**Contaminated Bunker Gear shall not be stored or transported in patient compartments of the Rescue. 

'''Long Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are not issued shall be stored as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers except when new and never issued
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored at temperatures below –40c or above 82c.
**Storage area shall be clean, dry and, well ventilated
**Ensemble elements shall be clean and dry before being placed into storage

===RETIREMENT and DISPOSITION===
'''Retirement'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements shall be retired and removed from service when they are worn or damaged to the extent that they can no longer be repaired, decontamination is not possible or cost prohibited.
* A member of this organization who has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements shall determine retirement.
* A Contract Resource can also make recommendations for retirement however; final determination shall be made by fire officer responsible for our protective ensembles, which has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements.
*All garments shall be retired and taken out of service when they reach 10 years 

'''Disposition
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired shall be destroyed or disposed of in such a manner that prevents their use in firefighting or other emergencies.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired, but are still serviceable may be used for training provided that the training does not involve live firefighting.
* Retired ensembles or ensemble elements that are used for training shall be marked in such a way that would prevent their being used for live firefighting. 

'''Procedures for Events Involving Injury or Death'''
* Upon the removal of the ensemble or ensemble elements from the employee, the incident commander, who is on scene shall take custody of each element.
**Universal precautions shall be utilized before handling any element involved in the event.
**The incident commander shall act to preserve each element from unnecessary handling and further damage
**The incident commander shall document the time and circumstances as soon as possible.
**The incident commander shall secure each element and maintain custody until turned over to a police officer and held as evidence.
**Each element shall be secured in a paper bag or cardboard box and sealed with tamper proof tape by a police officer.
**At no time shall elements be placed in an airtight container, except when contaminated with a hazardous material.
**Custody of each element shall be maintained until the investigation or litigation is concluded.

===Section 2: Technical Rescue Gear===
===Purpose===
* To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for technical rescue gear.
* This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief.
* The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===Procedure===

===Administration and Guidelines===
* The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1951: Standard on Protective Ensemble for Technical Rescue Incidents, 2013 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.

===Use===
* Technical rescue gear, which consist of issued recue helmet, gloves, boots, and ensemble, shall be the PPE of choice for all auto accidents and technical rescue incidents where firefighting gear is not indicated.

===Inspections===
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.

===Cleaning===
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.

===Repair===
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.

===Manufacturer's Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.

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Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance

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==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===130.12 Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment===

===Section 1: Bunker Gear===
===PURPOSE:===
To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for structural firefighting. 

This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief. 

The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===PROCEDURE:===
===Administration and Guidelines===
The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1851, the Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles, 2014 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.
* '''Selection Committee:'''
**The Department’s designated Safety Committee shall oversee the authorization/ selection of structural firefighting ensemble. The Assistant Fire Chief or his/her designee will be responsible for the care, maintenance and record keeping of the Department’s personal protective equipment.
* '''Contract Resources''' 
If this organization elects to utilize contract resources for specific parts of this program, the contractor shall substantiate to the committee that it has been recognized by the manufacturer to perform:
* Cleaning
* Repair
* Modifications 
The contractor shall also identify to the committee any limitations placed by the manufacturer as a condition of recognition.

===Training Requirements===
'''Inspections''' 
''Routine Inspection''
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained by the manufacturer’s representative may perform training. Advanced Inspection
''Advanced Inspection''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Advanced Inspections as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
* Each member who is assigned to perform the advance inspections must attend on-line or classroom training by the manufacture.

'''Cleaning''' 
''Routine Cleaning''
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained will perform training.
''Advanced Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization will be trained to perform Advanced Cleaning as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
''Specialized Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Specialized Cleaning as directed by this document.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
'''Repair''' 
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.
* Helmets - No physical alterations of department issued PPE is permitted, with the exception of helmet reflective tetrahedrons. Three non-consecutive tetrahedrons can be removed and replaced with reflective stickers. The stickers must first be approved by the Fire Chief prior to being placed onto the helmet. One sticker will be the VMR Technician sticker. The remaining tetrahedrons must be colors that are currently approved by the manufacturer (lime green, red, orange, white, and black) Only silk screen or brass eagle shields are authorized. The firefighter's last name shall be clearly visible from the back of the helmet. Any questions on this should be directed to the bunker gear program manager or Assistant Fire Chief.

===Manufacturer’s Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.
* When issuing new ensembles or ensemble elements, this organization shall provide its members with applicable parts of this document and, a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions on care, use, maintenance, limitations and, warnings.

===Limiting Exposure to Soiled or Contaminated Ensembles or Ensemble Elements===
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are determined to be soiled or contaminated shall be removed from service, placed in an airtight container and transported to Fire Station 45 or 47 to be cleaned or decontaminated.
* It should be avoided that members of this organization transport or store soiled or contaminated ensembles or ensemble elements in department living areas, department apparatus, personal vehicles, or personal place of residence.
* At no time shall members of this organization unnecessarily expose themselves, family, other members of this organization, or the public to ensembles and ensemble elements that have been soiled or contaminated.
* The committee shall also become familiar with federal and state OSHA regulations as well as section 2.5 and A.2.5 of NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Ensemble, and NFPA 1581 Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program with regards to soiled or contaminated ensembles.

===Terminology and Definitions===
The following terms with definitions are recognized by NFPA and may be found in this document or others created in support of this document:
* '''Accessories''': Those items that are attached to an ensemble or ensemble element but designed in such a manner to be removable from the ensemble or the element and that are not necessary to meet the requirements of the standard. Such accessories include, but are not limited to, utility belts, harnesses, backpacks, tools, tool packs, radios, radio packs, suspenders, lights, and heat sensing devices.
* '''Biological Agents''': Biological materials that could be capable of causing a disease or long-term damage to the human body.
* '''Body Fluids''': Fluids produced by the body including, but not limited to, blood, semen, mucus, feces, urine, vaginal secretions, breast milk, amniotic fluids, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, and pericardial fluid.
* '''Carcinogen/Carcinogenic''': A cancer-causing substance which is identified in one of several published lists.
* '''Care''': Procedures for cleaning, decontamination, and storage of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Certification/Certified''': A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of a specific standard(s), authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of that standard(s), and establishes a follow-up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine compliance with the requirements of that standard(s).
* '''Char''': The formation of a brittle residue when material is exposed to thermal energy.
* '''Cleaning''': The act of removing soils and contaminants from ensembles and elements by mechanical, chemical, thermal or combined processes.
* '''Advanced Cleaning''': The thorough cleaning of ensembles or elements bywashing with cleaning agents.
* '''Contract Cleaning''': Cleaning conducted by a facility outside the organization that specializes in cleaning protective clothing.
* '''Routine Cleaning''': The light cleaning of ensembles or elements performed by the end user without taking the elements out of service.
* '''Specialized Cleaning''': Cleaning to remove hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coat''': A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to upper torso and arms, excluding the hands and head.
* '''Contamination/Contaminated''': The process by which ensembles and ensemble elements are exposed to hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coverall'''.: A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble configured as a single-piece garment and designed to provide minimum protection to the torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Craze''': The appearance of fine cracks in surface of helmet shell or other smooth surface of an element.
* '''Cross Contamination''': The transfer of contamination from one item to another or to the environment.
* '''Crown''': The portion of the helmet that covers the head above the reference plane.
* '''Crown Straps''': A helmet term for the part of the suspension that passes over the head.
* '''Decontamination''': The act of removing contaminants from ensembles and ensemble elements by a physical, chemical, or combined process. (See also Cleaning, and Specialized Cleaning.) Disinfectant: An agent that destroys, neutralizes, or inhibits the growth of harmful biological agents.
* '''Ear Covers''': An integral part of the helmet designed to provide limited protection for the ears. Provides no significant thermal protection.
* '''Elasticity''': The ability of an ensemble or element, when repeatedly stretched, to return to its original form as applied to wristlets and hoods.
* '''Elements''': The parts or items that comprise the protective ensemble. The protective ensemble elements are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Embrittlement''': The hardening of a textile material that makes the ensemble or element or a textile material susceptible to easy fracture.
* '''Emergency Medical Operations''': The delivery of emergency medical care and transportation prior to arrival at a hospital or other health care facility.
* '''Energy Absorbing System''': A material, suspension system, or combination thereof incorporated into the design of the helmet to attenuate impact energy.
* '''Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural fire fighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Face shield''': A helmet component intended to help protect a portion of the wearer’s face in addition to the eyes, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Field test''': The non-laboratory evaluation of one or more protective ensemble elements used to determine product performance related to organizational expectations or to compare products in a manner related to their intended use.
* '''Fit''': The quality, state or manner in which the length and closeness of clothing, when worn, relates to the human body.
* '''Flame Resistance/Resistant''': The property of a material whereby the application of a flaming or non-flaming source of ignition and the subsequent removal of the ignition source results in the termination of combustion. Flame resistance can be an inherent property of the material, or it can be imparted by specific treatment.
* '''Footwear''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
* '''Functional/Functionality''': The ability of an ensemble or element or component to continue to be utilized for its intended purpose.
* '''Garment(s)''': The coat, trouser, or coverall elements of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the upper and lower torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Gauntlet''': The circular, flared, or otherwise expanded part of the glove that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Gear Manager''': Internet based software program for electronic records management of personal protective equipment.
* '''Gloves''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the fingers, thumb, hand, and wrist.
* '''Glove Wristlet''': The circular, close-fitting part of the glove, usually made of knitted material, that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Goggles''': A helmet component intended to help protect the wearer’s eyes and a portion of the wearer’s face, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Hardware''': Non-fabric components of the structural firefighting protective ensemble including, but not limited to, those made of metal or plastic.
* '''Hazardous Materials''': Any solid, liquid, gas, or mixture thereof that can potentially cause harm to the human body through respiration, ingestion, skin absorption, injection, or contact.
* '''Hazardous Materials Emergencies''': Incidents involving the release or potential release of hazardous chemicals into the environment that can cause loss of life, personnel injury, or damage to property and the environment.
* '''Helmet''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the head.
* '''Hood''': The interface component element of the protective ensemble designed to provide limited protection to the coat/helmet/SCBA face piece interface area.
* '''Integrity''': The ability of a ensemble or element to remain intact and provide continued minimum performance.
* '''Interface Area''': An area of the body where the protective garments, helmet, gloves, footwear, or SCBA face piece meet (i.e., the protective coat/helmet/SCBA face piece area, protective coat/protective trouser area, the protective coat/glove area, and the protective trouser/footwear area).
* '''Liner System''': The combination of the moisture barrier and thermal barrier as used in a garment.
* '''Maintenance''': Procedures for inspection, repair, and retirement of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Manufacturer''': The entity that assumes the liability and provides the warranty for the compliant product.
* '''Melt''': A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping.
* '''Moisture Barrier''': The portion of the composite designed to prevent the transfer of liquids.
* '''Organization''': The entity that provides the direct management and supervision for the emergency incident response personnel.
* '''Outer Shell''': The outermost layer of the composite with the exception of trim, hardware, reinforcing material and wristlet material.
* '''Protective Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural firefighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Reinforcement''': An additional layer placed in or on an element.
* '''Retirement''': The process of permanently removing an element from emergency operations service in the organization.
* '''Seams'''
**'''Major A Seams''': Outermost layer seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the inner layers such as the moisture barrier, the thermal barrier, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Major B Seams''': Moisture barrier or thermal barrier seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the next layer of the garment, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Minor Seams''': Seam assemblies that are not classified as Major A or Major B seams.
* '''Selection''': The process of determining what protective clothing and equipment is necessary for protection of fire and emergency service responders from an anticipated, specific hazard, or other activity, the procurement of the appropriate protective clothing and equipment, and the choice of the proper protective clothing and equipment for a specific hazard or activity at an emergency scene.
* '''Separate''': A material response evidenced by splitting or delaminating.
* '''Service Life''': The period for which a ensemble or element is useful before retirement.
* '''Shall''': Indicates a mandatory requirement.
* '''Shank''': Reinforcement to the area of protective footwear designed to provide additional support to the instep.
* '''Should''': Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.
* '''Soiled/Soiling''': The accumulation of materials, that are not considered hazardous materials or biological agents, but which could degrade the performance of the ensemble or element.
* '''Stress Areas''': Those areas of the garment that are subjected to more wear, including but not limited to, crotches, knees, elbows, and shoulders.
* '''Suspension''': A helmet term for the energy attenuating system made up of the headband and crown strap.
* '''Tensile Strength''': The force at which a fiber or a fabric will break.
* '''Thermal Barrier''': The portion of protective ensemble or element composite that is designed to provide thermal protection.
* '''Trim''': Retro-reflective and fluorescent material attached to the outermost surface of the protective ensemble or element for visibility enhancement.
* '''Trouser''': A protective garment. An element of the protective ensemble that is designed to provide minimum protection to the lower torso and legs, excluding the ankles and feet.
* '''Universal Precautions''': An approach to infection control in which human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluids is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.
* '''Units''': In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement, as these values might be approximate.
* '''Utility Sink''': A separate sink used for cleaning ensembles and ensemble elements.
* '''Winter Liner''': A garment term for an optional component layer designed to provide added insulation against cold.
* '''Wristlet''': An interface component element of the protective ensemble that is the circular, close-fitting extension of the coat sleeve, usually made of knitted material, designed to provide limited protection to the protective coat/glove inter-face area.

===RECORD KEEPING===
All record keeping will be maintained and stored on an electronic data collection program. This record keeping system complies with NFPA 1851. 
At a minimum, the following data shall be recorded:
* Person to whom element is issued
* Date and condition when issued
* Manufacturer and model name or design
* Manufacturer’s identification number, lot number, or serial number
* Month and year of manufacture
* Date of and findings of Advanced Inspection (required at least every 12 months)
* Date of Advanced Cleaning (required at least every 6 months)
* Date of Specialized cleaning (required when decontamination is necessary)
* Reason for Advanced Cleaning or Specialized Cleaning and who performed the task
* Date of repairs, who performed repairs, and brief description of all repairs
* Date of retirement
* Date and method of disposal 
Records shall be maintained until the element is retired and disposition has occurred. Records shall be kept for at least 12 months past retirement of the employee.

===SELECTION===
Risk Assessment
* The Assistant Fire Chief or his /her designee shall initiate a risk assessment with the goal of establishing the appropriate needs for the personal protective equipment of the organization on an annual basis. 

The risk assessment shall consider the following:
* Climate
* Field elevation
* Expected low & high temperature
* Average day and night temperatures
* Average winds
* Average humidity
* Types of incidents responding to
* Frequency of use of ensembles
* Organization’s operational strategy and tactics
* Past experiences
* Other issues deemed important 

The Assistant Fire Chief, or his /her designee shall have the option to contact manufacturers or vendors to field test other protective ensembles and evaluate their equipment for technology changes and organizational needs. 

'''Purchase Specifications''' 
Purchase specifications are intended to translate the findings of the Department that identifies the performance and design requirements of the ensemble or ensemble elements as well as every aspect of this organizations needs and expectations. 

The purchase specifications shall incorporate at least the following information:
* The governing regulations each element is to comply with.
* Language required by the purchasing department.
* Any language requiring manufacturers’ to substantiate, to the committee’s satisfaction, compliance with the purchase specification.
* Language detailing a pre-bid conference, if deemed necessary.
* Language requiring bid samples be submitted, if deemed necessary.
* Language indicating that an inspection of received products will be completed prior to final acceptance of all orders.
* Language detailing performance demands such as delivery, sizing, training, etc.
* Garment outer shell fabric, weight and, color.
* Garment thermal liner/moisture barrier composite.
* Garment trim type and configuration.
* Garment closure system.
* Garment wristlet system.
* Hood fabric and face opening criteria.
* Glove composite, gauntlet or wristlet (wristlet fabric).
* Helmet material, color, retention system, trim configuration, trim color, ear coverings, and eye protection.
* Boot composite.
* The various options that are being added to each element.
* Language detailing specific construction criteria for each element.
* Intergovernmental cooperative purchasing contracts.

===INSPECTION===
'''General Information'''
The purpose of the inspection process is to determine the serviceability of the ensemble and the ensemble elements by identifying damage that, if left unnoticed, could result in a failure of that element.
* Prior to initiating an inspection, the ensemble and ensemble elements shall be evaluated for soiling and contamination.
* If the ensemble or ensemble elements are found to be soiled or contaminated, the inspection processes shall be suspended until the ensemble and its elements have been clean or decontaminated. .
* The inspection criteria shall be in a “GO” or “NO GO” criteria.
* Elements that are found to be damaged shall be immediately removed from service and evaluated by the fire officer responsible for protective ensembles, who is specially trained to determine if the element is to be repaired or retired. 

Inspections shall be classified as Routine Inspection and Advanced Inspection. 

'''Routine Inspection'''
* Routine Inspection is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Inspections shall be completed after each use, after exposure to an event that could have resulted in damage to the element or, as warranted.
* This organization encourages each member to conduct a routine or brief inspection prior to the start of each duty day.

'''Advanced Inspection'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained by the manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative shall conduct advanced Inspections.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Inspections, provided they meet all manufacturers’ requirements.
* Advanced Inspections shall be performed at least every 12 months with the findings documented on an electronic data collection program, which is utilized by this organization.
* An Advanced Inspection shall also be completed when a Routine Inspection identifies a potential problem.
* This organization also requires an Advanced Inspection to be completed prior to any element being returned to service from Advanced Cleaning, Specialized Cleaning or Repair.

===Routine Inspection Procedures===
The Routine Inspection shall include the following, minimum criteria: 

Jacket and Trouser
* Soiling, contamination or physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Damaged/missing hardware and closure systems
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Hood
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Loss of face opening adjustment 

Helmet
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage to the shell, such as cracks, crazing, dents, soft spots, and abrasions
* Thermal damage to the shell such as bubbling, soft spots, warping, or discoloration
* Physical damage to the ear flaps such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing components of the suspension and retention systems
* Damaged or missing components of the face shield/goggle system, including discoloration, crazing, and scratches to the face shield/goggle lens limiting visibility
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Gloves
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes and melting
* Inverted liner
* Shrinkage
* Loss of elasticity/flexibility 

Footwear
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as cuts, tears, and punctures
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Exposed/deformed steel toe, steel midsole, and shank
* Loss of water resistance
* Closure system component damage and functionality

===CLEANING===
'''General Information'''
* This organization shall provide a means of having soiled and contaminated ensemble and ensemble elements cleaned and decontaminated.
* UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS shall always be utilized when handling soiled and contaminated elements.
* The manufacturer of the element shall be contacted anytime there is a question regarding cleaning or decontaminating.
* Cleaning shall be classified as Routine Cleaning, Advanced Cleaning and Specialized Cleaning.
* Proper cleaning detergent should be utilized. The cleaning product is located near the washing machine at both Station 45 and 47.
* The Battalion Chief shall determine if a garment should be washed after an incident in which the garment could have been contaminated. 

'''Routine Cleaning'''
* Routine Cleaning is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Cleaning shall be completed following an event that results in soiling or contamination to the element or, as warranted. 

'''Advanced Cleaning'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained as per Chapter 1, Section 4, Training Requirements, of this document, shall conduct advanced Cleaning.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* Advanced Cleaning shall be performed at least annually and the findings documented as per Chapter 2.
* An Advanced Cleaning shall also be completed when a Routine Cleaning fails to render the elements sufficiently clean.
* This organization also requires Advanced Cleaning to be completed prior to any element being submitted for Advanced Inspection. 

'''Specialized Cleaning (Hazardous Material Exposure)'''
* Universal precautions shall be observed when handling elements known or suspected to be contaminated with hazardous materials or biological agents.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are known or suspected to be contaminated shall be isolated, tagged, bagged and removed from service under the supervision of the senior fire ground commander or his designate.
* Contract Resources may also perform specialized Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* If a Contract Resource is utilized, contaminated elements shall be shipped in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Upon completion of Specialized Cleaning, the elements shall be inspected for effectiveness of cleaning and, if necessary, cleaning process is to be repeated. 

'''General Cleaning Guidelines'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Water temperature shall not exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Commercial dry cleaning shall not be used as a means of cleaning or decontaminating ensembles and ensemble elements unless approved by the manufacturer of the ensemble or ensemble element.
* Chlorine bleach or chlorinated solvents shall never be used to clean or decontaminate ensembles or ensemble elements.
* Cleaning solutions shall have a pH range of not less than 6.0 pH and not greater than 10.5 pH.
* To prevent structural damage to the ensemble or ensemble element, heavy scrubbing or spraying with high velocity water jets, such as a power washer, shall not be used.
* Protective ensembles and ensemble elements shall be cleaned separately from non-protective items. Non protective ensemble items (clothing, household articles, etc.) shall not be washed with protective ensemble items.
* To prevent damage to components and cross contamination, the shells and liners of protective garment elements shall be separated and cleaned with like items (shells with shells and liners with liners, etc.).
* All items shall be emptied from the pockets to prevent damage to ensemble.
* All Velcro shall be secured prior to washing the garment to prevent damage to the garment. 

'''Routine Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing a Routine Cleaning guideline, the fire officer responsible for the care and maintenance of protective ensembles shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**When possible, initiate cleaning at the incident scene.
**#Brush off any dry debris.
**#Gently rinse off debris with a water hose.
**#If necessary, scrub gently with a soft bristle brush and rinse off again.
**If necessary, spot clean utilizing procedures for Utility Sink.
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Advanced Cleaning. 

'''Advanced Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing an Advanced Cleaning guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Brush off any dry debris.
**Clean utilizing procedures for:
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning.
***Contract Resources
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Specialized Cleaning. 

'''Specialized Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Where elements are known or suspected of being contaminated with a hazardous material or biological agent, an attempt shall be made to identify the contaminant or suspected contaminant.
* When the contaminant has been identified, this organization shall consult the manufacturer of the contaminant for an appropriate decontamination agent and process.
* In addition, the manufacturer of each element shall also be contacted for approval of the recommended agent and process.
* If the contaminate can not be identified or a cleaning solution found, the ensemble or ensemble elements shall be disposed of following federal, state, and local guidelines.
* For ensembles or ensemble elements that have been soiled with body fluids the following process shall be used:
**Contact the manufacturer or follow the provided manufacturer’s instructions to determine appropriate disinfectant to use.
**Clean following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Inspect for effectiveness of cleaning, and repeat process and repeat process if necessary. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Utility Sink'''
* The following procedures shall be used when cleaning in a utility sink:
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**Fill the sink with water not to exceed 40° C (105° F).
**Add cleaning solution or detergent (liquid is recommended)
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Do not overload the sink.
**Scrub gently using a soft bristle brush.
**Use extra care with moisture barrier assemblies.
**Drain the water from the sink.
**Refill the sink; agitate gently using gloved hand or stir stick.
**Gently wring out garments and drain the water from the sink.
**Repeat the rinse steps until garment is thoroughly rinsed.
**Dry the elements.
**Rinse out the sink. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Machine Washer'''
* The following procedures shall be used for machine cleaning:
**Load machine with no more than three jackets and pants.
**Wash outer shell separate from thermal/moisture barrier.
**Add detergent/cleaning agent to the top of the washer.
**Press “start”. Machine is preset for automatic operation by manufacturer of extractor.
**If biohazard contamination is suspected, manually add eight ounces of disinfectant as machine fills.
**Do not overload the machine.
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Fasten all closures, including pocket closures, hook and loop, snaps, zippers, and hooks, etc.
**Remove items upon completion of all cycles and air-dry the elements.
**Inspect and rewash if necessary.
* Drying Procedures for Garments
**In establishing a Drying guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on drying the ensemble or ensemble element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**For air drying:
***Place elements in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
***Do not dry in direct sunlight.
**Do not place the garment in the bay or where the garment could be exposed to carcinogens.
**For machine drying:
**Machine drying will not be permitted.
* Helmet Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the helmet element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Helmets shall not be machine cleaned or dried.
***Helmet shells, headbands, crown straps, ear covers, suspension systems, and all other components shall be hand washed using a Utility Sink.
***The manufacturer shall be consulted if stronger cleaning agents are required.
**No solvents shall be used to clean the face shield or goggle.
**The manufacturer shall be consulted when more thorough cleaning of the face shield or goggle is necessary. 

* Hood Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the hood element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***The Hood shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Hoods shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures 
**Hoods shall be washed each Sunday.
* Glove Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Gloves shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Gloves shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures with the exception of no heat setting shall ever be used. 

* Footwear Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection. The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Footwear shall not be machined washed
**Footwear shall be cleaned following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Footwear shall be air dried in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area.
**Footwear shall not be machine dried. 

===REPAIRS===
Due to the complex nature of repairs and the liability associated with making them, this organization shall use Contract Resources to facilitate all repair work as well as alterations and modifications.

===ISSUING AND STORAGE===
'''Issuing'''
* The ensemble or ensemble elements that are to be issued shall be inspected to confirm they are in a serviceable condition.
* The ensemble or ensemble element shall be properly fitted to the member receiving the equipment.
* Member shall receive adequate training for the donning, doffing, limitations, care and, maintenance of each element.
* The member shall receive a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions, if available, for each element and, a copy of this standard operating guideline.
* All training shall be documented upon completion of the care and maintenance, limitations and the proper donning of each element. 

'''Short Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are issued but not in use shall be stored or transported as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Soiled or contaminated elements shall be handled properly as outlined in this guideline.
**Contaminated Bunker Gear shall not be stored or transported in patient compartments of the Rescue. 

'''Long Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are not issued shall be stored as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers except when new and never issued
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored at temperatures below –40c or above 82c.
**Storage area shall be clean, dry and, well ventilated
**Ensemble elements shall be clean and dry before being placed into storage

===RETIREMENT and DISPOSITION===
'''Retirement'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements shall be retired and removed from service when they are worn or damaged to the extent that they can no longer be repaired, decontamination is not possible or cost prohibited.
* A member of this organization who has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements shall determine retirement.
* A Contract Resource can also make recommendations for retirement however; final determination shall be made by fire officer responsible for our protective ensembles, which has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements.
*All garments shall be retired and taken out of service when they reach 10 years 

'''Disposition
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired shall be destroyed or disposed of in such a manner that prevents their use in firefighting or other emergencies.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired, but are still serviceable may be used for training provided that the training does not involve live firefighting.
* Retired ensembles or ensemble elements that are used for training shall be marked in such a way that would prevent their being used for live firefighting. 

'''Procedures for Events Involving Injury or Death'''
* Upon the removal of the ensemble or ensemble elements from the employee, the incident commander, who is on scene shall take custody of each element.
**Universal precautions shall be utilized before handling any element involved in the event.
**The incident commander shall act to preserve each element from unnecessary handling and further damage
**The incident commander shall document the time and circumstances as soon as possible.
**The incident commander shall secure each element and maintain custody until turned over to a police officer and held as evidence.
**Each element shall be secured in a paper bag or cardboard box and sealed with tamper proof tape by a police officer.
**At no time shall elements be placed in an airtight container, except when contaminated with a hazardous material.
**Custody of each element shall be maintained until the investigation or litigation is concluded.

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[[Category:Training and Safety]]

Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance

2018-05-15T14:44:03Z

Wwatts: /* 130.12 Bunker Gear Care & Maintenance */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===130.12 Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment===

===PURPOSE:===
To established a guideline for the care and maintenance of personal protective equipment for structural firefighting. 

This guideline is to be followed by all personnel. Any deviation must have the approval from the Fire Chief. 

The following guideline is established to provide a program for the proper selection of protective ensembles and elements used by this organization for structural firefighting and the intent is to minimize the safety and health risks associated with poorly maintained, contaminated or damaged protective equipment.

===PROCEDURE:===
===Administration and Guidelines===
The established guideline shall comply with NFPA 1851, the Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles, 2014 edition. The manufacturer requirements of the protective ensembles shall also be reviewed.
* '''Selection Committee:'''
**The Department’s designated Safety Committee shall oversee the authorization/ selection of structural firefighting ensemble. The Assistant Fire Chief or his/her designee will be responsible for the care, maintenance and record keeping of the Department’s personal protective equipment.
* '''Contract Resources''' 
If this organization elects to utilize contract resources for specific parts of this program, the contractor shall substantiate to the committee that it has been recognized by the manufacturer to perform:
* Cleaning
* Repair
* Modifications 
The contractor shall also identify to the committee any limitations placed by the manufacturer as a condition of recognition.

===Training Requirements===
'''Inspections''' 
''Routine Inspection''
* All members who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Inspection as directed in this document.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained by the manufacturer’s representative may perform training. Advanced Inspection
''Advanced Inspection''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Advanced Inspections as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
* Each member who is assigned to perform the advance inspections must attend on-line or classroom training by the manufacture.

'''Cleaning''' 
''Routine Cleaning''
* All members of this organization who have been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements shall be trained to perform a Routine Cleaning as directed in this guideline.
* A member of this organization who has already been trained will perform training.
''Advanced Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization will be trained to perform Advanced Cleaning as directed by this guideline.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
''Specialized Cleaning''
* Selected members of this organization shall be trained to perform Specialized Cleaning as directed by this document.
* The manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative of each element shall train selected members and training shall be documented.
'''Repair''' 
* The manufacturer’s representative will perform all repairs or a resource recognized by the manufacturer of the protective ensemble.

===After-Market Modifications and Alterations===
* No after-market modifications or alterations of any type to any ensemble or ensemble element unless authorized by the manufacturer, Assistant Chief and Fire Chief. This includes but is not limited to hooks, patches, snaps, belts, paint, decals, etc.
* Helmets - No physical alterations of department issued PPE is permitted, with the exception of helmet reflective tetrahedrons. Three non-consecutive tetrahedrons can be removed and replaced with reflective stickers. The stickers must first be approved by the Fire Chief prior to being placed onto the helmet. One sticker will be the VMR Technician sticker. The remaining tetrahedrons must be colors that are currently approved by the manufacturer (lime green, red, orange, white, and black) Only silk screen or brass eagle shields are authorized. The firefighter's last name shall be clearly visible from the back of the helmet. Any questions on this should be directed to the bunker gear program manager or Assistant Fire Chief.

===Manufacturer’s Instructions===
* Where the manufacturer’s instructions regarding care and maintenance deviate from this guideline, the manufacturer’s instructions shall supersede in all cases.
* When issuing new ensembles or ensemble elements, this organization shall provide its members with applicable parts of this document and, a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions on care, use, maintenance, limitations and, warnings.

===Limiting Exposure to Soiled or Contaminated Ensembles or Ensemble Elements===
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are determined to be soiled or contaminated shall be removed from service, placed in an airtight container and transported to Fire Station 45 or 47 to be cleaned or decontaminated.
* It should be avoided that members of this organization transport or store soiled or contaminated ensembles or ensemble elements in department living areas, department apparatus, personal vehicles, or personal place of residence.
* At no time shall members of this organization unnecessarily expose themselves, family, other members of this organization, or the public to ensembles and ensemble elements that have been soiled or contaminated.
* The committee shall also become familiar with federal and state OSHA regulations as well as section 2.5 and A.2.5 of NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Ensemble, and NFPA 1581 Standard on Fire Department Infection Control Program with regards to soiled or contaminated ensembles.

===Terminology and Definitions===
The following terms with definitions are recognized by NFPA and may be found in this document or others created in support of this document:
* '''Accessories''': Those items that are attached to an ensemble or ensemble element but designed in such a manner to be removable from the ensemble or the element and that are not necessary to meet the requirements of the standard. Such accessories include, but are not limited to, utility belts, harnesses, backpacks, tools, tool packs, radios, radio packs, suspenders, lights, and heat sensing devices.
* '''Biological Agents''': Biological materials that could be capable of causing a disease or long-term damage to the human body.
* '''Body Fluids''': Fluids produced by the body including, but not limited to, blood, semen, mucus, feces, urine, vaginal secretions, breast milk, amniotic fluids, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, and pericardial fluid.
* '''Carcinogen/Carcinogenic''': A cancer-causing substance which is identified in one of several published lists.
* '''Care''': Procedures for cleaning, decontamination, and storage of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Certification/Certified''': A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of a specific standard(s), authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of that standard(s), and establishes a follow-up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine compliance with the requirements of that standard(s).
* '''Char''': The formation of a brittle residue when material is exposed to thermal energy.
* '''Cleaning''': The act of removing soils and contaminants from ensembles and elements by mechanical, chemical, thermal or combined processes.
* '''Advanced Cleaning''': The thorough cleaning of ensembles or elements bywashing with cleaning agents.
* '''Contract Cleaning''': Cleaning conducted by a facility outside the organization that specializes in cleaning protective clothing.
* '''Routine Cleaning''': The light cleaning of ensembles or elements performed by the end user without taking the elements out of service.
* '''Specialized Cleaning''': Cleaning to remove hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coat''': A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to upper torso and arms, excluding the hands and head.
* '''Contamination/Contaminated''': The process by which ensembles and ensemble elements are exposed to hazardous materials or biological agents.
* '''Coverall'''.: A protective garment; an element of the protective ensemble configured as a single-piece garment and designed to provide minimum protection to the torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Craze''': The appearance of fine cracks in surface of helmet shell or other smooth surface of an element.
* '''Cross Contamination''': The transfer of contamination from one item to another or to the environment.
* '''Crown''': The portion of the helmet that covers the head above the reference plane.
* '''Crown Straps''': A helmet term for the part of the suspension that passes over the head.
* '''Decontamination''': The act of removing contaminants from ensembles and ensemble elements by a physical, chemical, or combined process. (See also Cleaning, and Specialized Cleaning.) Disinfectant: An agent that destroys, neutralizes, or inhibits the growth of harmful biological agents.
* '''Ear Covers''': An integral part of the helmet designed to provide limited protection for the ears. Provides no significant thermal protection.
* '''Elasticity''': The ability of an ensemble or element, when repeatedly stretched, to return to its original form as applied to wristlets and hoods.
* '''Elements''': The parts or items that comprise the protective ensemble. The protective ensemble elements are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Embrittlement''': The hardening of a textile material that makes the ensemble or element or a textile material susceptible to easy fracture.
* '''Emergency Medical Operations''': The delivery of emergency medical care and transportation prior to arrival at a hospital or other health care facility.
* '''Energy Absorbing System''': A material, suspension system, or combination thereof incorporated into the design of the helmet to attenuate impact energy.
* '''Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural fire fighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Face shield''': A helmet component intended to help protect a portion of the wearer’s face in addition to the eyes, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Field test''': The non-laboratory evaluation of one or more protective ensemble elements used to determine product performance related to organizational expectations or to compare products in a manner related to their intended use.
* '''Fit''': The quality, state or manner in which the length and closeness of clothing, when worn, relates to the human body.
* '''Flame Resistance/Resistant''': The property of a material whereby the application of a flaming or non-flaming source of ignition and the subsequent removal of the ignition source results in the termination of combustion. Flame resistance can be an inherent property of the material, or it can be imparted by specific treatment.
* '''Footwear''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
* '''Functional/Functionality''': The ability of an ensemble or element or component to continue to be utilized for its intended purpose.
* '''Garment(s)''': The coat, trouser, or coverall elements of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the upper and lower torso, arms, and legs, excluding the head, hands, and feet.
* '''Gauntlet''': The circular, flared, or otherwise expanded part of the glove that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Gear Manager''': Internet based software program for electronic records management of personal protective equipment.
* '''Gloves''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the fingers, thumb, hand, and wrist.
* '''Glove Wristlet''': The circular, close-fitting part of the glove, usually made of knitted material, that extends beyond the opening of the glove body.
* '''Goggles''': A helmet component intended to help protect the wearer’s eyes and a portion of the wearer’s face, not intended as primary eye protection.
* '''Hardware''': Non-fabric components of the structural firefighting protective ensemble including, but not limited to, those made of metal or plastic.
* '''Hazardous Materials''': Any solid, liquid, gas, or mixture thereof that can potentially cause harm to the human body through respiration, ingestion, skin absorption, injection, or contact.
* '''Hazardous Materials Emergencies''': Incidents involving the release or potential release of hazardous chemicals into the environment that can cause loss of life, personnel injury, or damage to property and the environment.
* '''Helmet''': An element of the protective ensemble designed to provide minimum protection to the head.
* '''Hood''': The interface component element of the protective ensemble designed to provide limited protection to the coat/helmet/SCBA face piece interface area.
* '''Integrity''': The ability of a ensemble or element to remain intact and provide continued minimum performance.
* '''Interface Area''': An area of the body where the protective garments, helmet, gloves, footwear, or SCBA face piece meet (i.e., the protective coat/helmet/SCBA face piece area, protective coat/protective trouser area, the protective coat/glove area, and the protective trouser/footwear area).
* '''Liner System''': The combination of the moisture barrier and thermal barrier as used in a garment.
* '''Maintenance''': Procedures for inspection, repair, and retirement of protective clothing and equipment.
* '''Manufacturer''': The entity that assumes the liability and provides the warranty for the compliant product.
* '''Melt''': A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping.
* '''Moisture Barrier''': The portion of the composite designed to prevent the transfer of liquids.
* '''Organization''': The entity that provides the direct management and supervision for the emergency incident response personnel.
* '''Outer Shell''': The outermost layer of the composite with the exception of trim, hardware, reinforcing material and wristlet material.
* '''Protective Ensemble''': Multiple elements of clothing and equipment designed to provide a degree of protection for fire fighters from adverse exposures to the inherent risks of structural firefighting operations and certain other emergency operations. The elements of the protective ensemble are coats, trousers, coveralls, helmets, gloves, footwear, and interface components.
* '''Reinforcement''': An additional layer placed in or on an element.
* '''Retirement''': The process of permanently removing an element from emergency operations service in the organization.
* '''Seams'''
**'''Major A Seams''': Outermost layer seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the inner layers such as the moisture barrier, the thermal barrier, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Major B Seams''': Moisture barrier or thermal barrier seam assemblies where rupture could reduce the protection of the garment by exposing the next layer of the garment, the wearer’s station/work uniform, other clothing, or skin.
**'''Minor Seams''': Seam assemblies that are not classified as Major A or Major B seams.
* '''Selection''': The process of determining what protective clothing and equipment is necessary for protection of fire and emergency service responders from an anticipated, specific hazard, or other activity, the procurement of the appropriate protective clothing and equipment, and the choice of the proper protective clothing and equipment for a specific hazard or activity at an emergency scene.
* '''Separate''': A material response evidenced by splitting or delaminating.
* '''Service Life''': The period for which a ensemble or element is useful before retirement.
* '''Shall''': Indicates a mandatory requirement.
* '''Shank''': Reinforcement to the area of protective footwear designed to provide additional support to the instep.
* '''Should''': Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.
* '''Soiled/Soiling''': The accumulation of materials, that are not considered hazardous materials or biological agents, but which could degrade the performance of the ensemble or element.
* '''Stress Areas''': Those areas of the garment that are subjected to more wear, including but not limited to, crotches, knees, elbows, and shoulders.
* '''Suspension''': A helmet term for the energy attenuating system made up of the headband and crown strap.
* '''Tensile Strength''': The force at which a fiber or a fabric will break.
* '''Thermal Barrier''': The portion of protective ensemble or element composite that is designed to provide thermal protection.
* '''Trim''': Retro-reflective and fluorescent material attached to the outermost surface of the protective ensemble or element for visibility enhancement.
* '''Trouser''': A protective garment. An element of the protective ensemble that is designed to provide minimum protection to the lower torso and legs, excluding the ankles and feet.
* '''Universal Precautions''': An approach to infection control in which human blood and certain human body fluids are treated as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other blood borne pathogens. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluids is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials.
* '''Units''': In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement, as these values might be approximate.
* '''Utility Sink''': A separate sink used for cleaning ensembles and ensemble elements.
* '''Winter Liner''': A garment term for an optional component layer designed to provide added insulation against cold.
* '''Wristlet''': An interface component element of the protective ensemble that is the circular, close-fitting extension of the coat sleeve, usually made of knitted material, designed to provide limited protection to the protective coat/glove inter-face area.

===RECORD KEEPING===
All record keeping will be maintained and stored on an electronic data collection program. This record keeping system complies with NFPA 1851. 
At a minimum, the following data shall be recorded:
* Person to whom element is issued
* Date and condition when issued
* Manufacturer and model name or design
* Manufacturer’s identification number, lot number, or serial number
* Month and year of manufacture
* Date of and findings of Advanced Inspection (required at least every 12 months)
* Date of Advanced Cleaning (required at least every 6 months)
* Date of Specialized cleaning (required when decontamination is necessary)
* Reason for Advanced Cleaning or Specialized Cleaning and who performed the task
* Date of repairs, who performed repairs, and brief description of all repairs
* Date of retirement
* Date and method of disposal 
Records shall be maintained until the element is retired and disposition has occurred. Records shall be kept for at least 12 months past retirement of the employee.

===SELECTION===
Risk Assessment
* The Assistant Fire Chief or his /her designee shall initiate a risk assessment with the goal of establishing the appropriate needs for the personal protective equipment of the organization on an annual basis. 

The risk assessment shall consider the following:
* Climate
* Field elevation
* Expected low & high temperature
* Average day and night temperatures
* Average winds
* Average humidity
* Types of incidents responding to
* Frequency of use of ensembles
* Organization’s operational strategy and tactics
* Past experiences
* Other issues deemed important 

The Assistant Fire Chief, or his /her designee shall have the option to contact manufacturers or vendors to field test other protective ensembles and evaluate their equipment for technology changes and organizational needs. 

'''Purchase Specifications''' 
Purchase specifications are intended to translate the findings of the Department that identifies the performance and design requirements of the ensemble or ensemble elements as well as every aspect of this organizations needs and expectations. 

The purchase specifications shall incorporate at least the following information:
* The governing regulations each element is to comply with.
* Language required by the purchasing department.
* Any language requiring manufacturers’ to substantiate, to the committee’s satisfaction, compliance with the purchase specification.
* Language detailing a pre-bid conference, if deemed necessary.
* Language requiring bid samples be submitted, if deemed necessary.
* Language indicating that an inspection of received products will be completed prior to final acceptance of all orders.
* Language detailing performance demands such as delivery, sizing, training, etc.
* Garment outer shell fabric, weight and, color.
* Garment thermal liner/moisture barrier composite.
* Garment trim type and configuration.
* Garment closure system.
* Garment wristlet system.
* Hood fabric and face opening criteria.
* Glove composite, gauntlet or wristlet (wristlet fabric).
* Helmet material, color, retention system, trim configuration, trim color, ear coverings, and eye protection.
* Boot composite.
* The various options that are being added to each element.
* Language detailing specific construction criteria for each element.
* Intergovernmental cooperative purchasing contracts.

===INSPECTION===
'''General Information'''
The purpose of the inspection process is to determine the serviceability of the ensemble and the ensemble elements by identifying damage that, if left unnoticed, could result in a failure of that element.
* Prior to initiating an inspection, the ensemble and ensemble elements shall be evaluated for soiling and contamination.
* If the ensemble or ensemble elements are found to be soiled or contaminated, the inspection processes shall be suspended until the ensemble and its elements have been clean or decontaminated. .
* The inspection criteria shall be in a “GO” or “NO GO” criteria.
* Elements that are found to be damaged shall be immediately removed from service and evaluated by the fire officer responsible for protective ensembles, who is specially trained to determine if the element is to be repaired or retired. 

Inspections shall be classified as Routine Inspection and Advanced Inspection. 

'''Routine Inspection'''
* Routine Inspection is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Inspections shall be completed after each use, after exposure to an event that could have resulted in damage to the element or, as warranted.
* This organization encourages each member to conduct a routine or brief inspection prior to the start of each duty day.

'''Advanced Inspection'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained by the manufacturer or manufacturer’s representative shall conduct advanced Inspections.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Inspections, provided they meet all manufacturers’ requirements.
* Advanced Inspections shall be performed at least every 12 months with the findings documented on an electronic data collection program, which is utilized by this organization.
* An Advanced Inspection shall also be completed when a Routine Inspection identifies a potential problem.
* This organization also requires an Advanced Inspection to be completed prior to any element being returned to service from Advanced Cleaning, Specialized Cleaning or Repair.

===Routine Inspection Procedures===
The Routine Inspection shall include the following, minimum criteria: 

Jacket and Trouser
* Soiling, contamination or physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Damaged/missing hardware and closure systems
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Hood
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Loss of face opening adjustment 

Helmet
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage to the shell, such as cracks, crazing, dents, soft spots, and abrasions
* Thermal damage to the shell such as bubbling, soft spots, warping, or discoloration
* Physical damage to the ear flaps such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Damaged or missing components of the suspension and retention systems
* Damaged or missing components of the face shield/goggle system, including discoloration, crazing, and scratches to the face shield/goggle lens limiting visibility
* Damaged or missing reflective trim 

Gloves
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as rips, tears, and cuts
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes and melting
* Inverted liner
* Shrinkage
* Loss of elasticity/flexibility 

Footwear
* Soiling or contamination
* Physical damage such as cuts, tears, and punctures
* Thermal damage such as charring, burn holes, and melting
* Exposed/deformed steel toe, steel midsole, and shank
* Loss of water resistance
* Closure system component damage and functionality

===CLEANING===
'''General Information'''
* This organization shall provide a means of having soiled and contaminated ensemble and ensemble elements cleaned and decontaminated.
* UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS shall always be utilized when handling soiled and contaminated elements.
* The manufacturer of the element shall be contacted anytime there is a question regarding cleaning or decontaminating.
* Cleaning shall be classified as Routine Cleaning, Advanced Cleaning and Specialized Cleaning.
* Proper cleaning detergent should be utilized. The cleaning product is located near the washing machine at both Station 45 and 47.
* The Battalion Chief shall determine if a garment should be washed after an incident in which the garment could have been contaminated. 

'''Routine Cleaning'''
* Routine Cleaning is the responsibility of each member of this organization who has been issued a protective ensemble or ensemble elements.
* Routine Cleaning shall be completed following an event that results in soiling or contamination to the element or, as warranted. 

'''Advanced Cleaning'''
* Members of this organization who have been trained as per Chapter 1, Section 4, Training Requirements, of this document, shall conduct advanced Cleaning.
* Contract Resources may also perform advanced Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* Advanced Cleaning shall be performed at least annually and the findings documented as per Chapter 2.
* An Advanced Cleaning shall also be completed when a Routine Cleaning fails to render the elements sufficiently clean.
* This organization also requires Advanced Cleaning to be completed prior to any element being submitted for Advanced Inspection. 

'''Specialized Cleaning (Hazardous Material Exposure)'''
* Universal precautions shall be observed when handling elements known or suspected to be contaminated with hazardous materials or biological agents.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are known or suspected to be contaminated shall be isolated, tagged, bagged and removed from service under the supervision of the senior fire ground commander or his designate.
* Contract Resources may also perform specialized Cleaning, provided they adhere to all manufacturer requirements.
* If a Contract Resource is utilized, contaminated elements shall be shipped in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Upon completion of Specialized Cleaning, the elements shall be inspected for effectiveness of cleaning and, if necessary, cleaning process is to be repeated. 

'''General Cleaning Guidelines'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Water temperature shall not exceed 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Commercial dry cleaning shall not be used as a means of cleaning or decontaminating ensembles and ensemble elements unless approved by the manufacturer of the ensemble or ensemble element.
* Chlorine bleach or chlorinated solvents shall never be used to clean or decontaminate ensembles or ensemble elements.
* Cleaning solutions shall have a pH range of not less than 6.0 pH and not greater than 10.5 pH.
* To prevent structural damage to the ensemble or ensemble element, heavy scrubbing or spraying with high velocity water jets, such as a power washer, shall not be used.
* Protective ensembles and ensemble elements shall be cleaned separately from non-protective items. Non protective ensemble items (clothing, household articles, etc.) shall not be washed with protective ensemble items.
* To prevent damage to components and cross contamination, the shells and liners of protective garment elements shall be separated and cleaned with like items (shells with shells and liners with liners, etc.).
* All items shall be emptied from the pockets to prevent damage to ensemble.
* All Velcro shall be secured prior to washing the garment to prevent damage to the garment. 

'''Routine Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing a Routine Cleaning guideline, the fire officer responsible for the care and maintenance of protective ensembles shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**When possible, initiate cleaning at the incident scene.
**#Brush off any dry debris.
**#Gently rinse off debris with a water hose.
**#If necessary, scrub gently with a soft bristle brush and rinse off again.
**If necessary, spot clean utilizing procedures for Utility Sink.
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Advanced Cleaning. 

'''Advanced Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* In establishing an Advanced Cleaning guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the ensemble or ensemble element.
* In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Brush off any dry debris.
**Clean utilizing procedures for:
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning.
***Contract Resources
**Inspect for soiling and contamination, and repeat process or submit for Specialized Cleaning. 

'''Specialized Cleaning Procedures'''
* Universal precautions shall be used.
* Where elements are known or suspected of being contaminated with a hazardous material or biological agent, an attempt shall be made to identify the contaminant or suspected contaminant.
* When the contaminant has been identified, this organization shall consult the manufacturer of the contaminant for an appropriate decontamination agent and process.
* In addition, the manufacturer of each element shall also be contacted for approval of the recommended agent and process.
* If the contaminate can not be identified or a cleaning solution found, the ensemble or ensemble elements shall be disposed of following federal, state, and local guidelines.
* For ensembles or ensemble elements that have been soiled with body fluids the following process shall be used:
**Contact the manufacturer or follow the provided manufacturer’s instructions to determine appropriate disinfectant to use.
**Clean following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Machine Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Inspect for effectiveness of cleaning, and repeat process and repeat process if necessary. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Utility Sink'''
* The following procedures shall be used when cleaning in a utility sink:
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**Fill the sink with water not to exceed 40° C (105° F).
**Add cleaning solution or detergent (liquid is recommended)
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Do not overload the sink.
**Scrub gently using a soft bristle brush.
**Use extra care with moisture barrier assemblies.
**Drain the water from the sink.
**Refill the sink; agitate gently using gloved hand or stir stick.
**Gently wring out garments and drain the water from the sink.
**Repeat the rinse steps until garment is thoroughly rinsed.
**Dry the elements.
**Rinse out the sink. 

''' Cleaning Procedures for Garment Element using Machine Washer'''
* The following procedures shall be used for machine cleaning:
**Load machine with no more than three jackets and pants.
**Wash outer shell separate from thermal/moisture barrier.
**Add detergent/cleaning agent to the top of the washer.
**Press “start”. Machine is preset for automatic operation by manufacturer of extractor.
**If biohazard contamination is suspected, manually add eight ounces of disinfectant as machine fills.
**Do not overload the machine.
**If necessary, pre-treat heavily soiled or spotted areas.
**Fasten all closures, including pocket closures, hook and loop, snaps, zippers, and hooks, etc.
**Remove items upon completion of all cycles and air-dry the elements.
**Inspect and rewash if necessary.
* Drying Procedures for Garments
**In establishing a Drying guideline, the committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on drying the ensemble or ensemble element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**For air drying:
***Place elements in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
***Do not dry in direct sunlight.
**Do not place the garment in the bay or where the garment could be exposed to carcinogens.
**For machine drying:
**Machine drying will not be permitted.
* Helmet Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the helmet element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Helmets shall not be machine cleaned or dried.
***Helmet shells, headbands, crown straps, ear covers, suspension systems, and all other components shall be hand washed using a Utility Sink.
***The manufacturer shall be consulted if stronger cleaning agents are required.
**No solvents shall be used to clean the face shield or goggle.
**The manufacturer shall be consulted when more thorough cleaning of the face shield or goggle is necessary. 

* Hood Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the hood element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***The Hood shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Hoods shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures 
**Hoods shall be washed each Sunday.
* Glove Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection.
**The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
***Gloves shall be cleaned following
****Utility Sink Cleaning
****Machine Cleaning
****Contract Resource
***Gloves shall be dried in accordance with the provisions identified in Drying Procedures with the exception of no heat setting shall ever be used. 

* Footwear Cleaning Procedures
**Wear protective gloves and eye/face splash protection. The committee shall examine the manufacturer’s label and user information provided by the manufacturer, for the instructions on cleaning the glove element.
**In the absence of the manufacturer’s instructions or manufacturer’s approval of alternative procedures, the following cleaning procedure shall be used:
**Footwear shall not be machined washed
**Footwear shall be cleaned following
***Utility Sink Cleaning
***Contract Resource
**Footwear shall be air dried in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area.
**Footwear shall not be machine dried. 

===REPAIRS===
Due to the complex nature of repairs and the liability associated with making them, this organization shall use Contract Resources to facilitate all repair work as well as alterations and modifications.

===ISSUING AND STORAGE===
'''Issuing'''
* The ensemble or ensemble elements that are to be issued shall be inspected to confirm they are in a serviceable condition.
* The ensemble or ensemble element shall be properly fitted to the member receiving the equipment.
* Member shall receive adequate training for the donning, doffing, limitations, care and, maintenance of each element.
* The member shall receive a copy of the manufacturer’s instructions, if available, for each element and, a copy of this standard operating guideline.
* All training shall be documented upon completion of the care and maintenance, limitations and the proper donning of each element. 

'''Short Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are issued but not in use shall be stored or transported as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored or transported in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Soiled or contaminated elements shall be handled properly as outlined in this guideline.
**Contaminated Bunker Gear shall not be stored or transported in patient compartments of the Rescue. 

'''Long Term Storage'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that are not issued shall be stored as follows:
**Not exposed to direct sunlight
**Not exposed to long term UV producing lights
**Not kept in airtight containers except when new and never issued
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored where they can be contaminated with fluids, solvents, fuels, fuel vapors or other contaminates
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored in compartments or trunks where they can be damaged by other tools or equipment
**Ensemble elements shall not be stored at temperatures below –40c or above 82c.
**Storage area shall be clean, dry and, well ventilated
**Ensemble elements shall be clean and dry before being placed into storage

===RETIREMENT and DISPOSITION===
'''Retirement'''
* Ensembles or ensemble elements shall be retired and removed from service when they are worn or damaged to the extent that they can no longer be repaired, decontamination is not possible or cost prohibited.
* A member of this organization who has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements shall determine retirement.
* A Contract Resource can also make recommendations for retirement however; final determination shall be made by fire officer responsible for our protective ensembles, which has received specialized training in the inspection and repair of ensembles and ensemble elements.
*All garments shall be retired and taken out of service when they reach 10 years 

'''Disposition
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired shall be destroyed or disposed of in such a manner that prevents their use in firefighting or other emergencies.
* Ensembles or ensemble elements that have been retired, but are still serviceable may be used for training provided that the training does not involve live firefighting.
* Retired ensembles or ensemble elements that are used for training shall be marked in such a way that would prevent their being used for live firefighting. 

'''Procedures for Events Involving Injury or Death'''
* Upon the removal of the ensemble or ensemble elements from the employee, the incident commander, who is on scene shall take custody of each element.
**Universal precautions shall be utilized before handling any element involved in the event.
**The incident commander shall act to preserve each element from unnecessary handling and further damage
**The incident commander shall document the time and circumstances as soon as possible.
**The incident commander shall secure each element and maintain custody until turned over to a police officer and held as evidence.
**Each element shall be secured in a paper bag or cardboard box and sealed with tamper proof tape by a police officer.
**At no time shall elements be placed in an airtight container, except when contaminated with a hazardous material.
**Custody of each element shall be maintained until the investigation or litigation is concluded.

[[File:jacket 1.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Jacket 1 Form]]
[[File:jacket 2.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Jacket 2 Form]]
[[File:trouser 1.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Trouser 1 Form]]
[[File:trouser 1.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Trouser 2 Form]]
[[File:hood.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Hood Form]]
[[File:glove.jpg|500px|thumb|left|Glove Form]]

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==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective September 1, 2017''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2017'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
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| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Sep-17
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
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| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06 || [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.07 || [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
|130.08 || [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Sep-17
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|-
| 130.14|| [[Structural Firefighting Gear Decon (OPS)]]|| Apr-17 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Sep-17
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
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| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Sep-17
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 || Sep-17
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Sep-17
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Sep-17
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Sep-17
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Main Page

2017-08-21T14:44:44Z

Wwatts: /* 330 Fire Inspection Program */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|-
| 130.14|| [[Structural Firefighting Gear Decon (OPS)]]|| Apr-17 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Fire Inspection Program

2017-08-21T14:44:12Z

Wwatts: /* Fire Safety Inspections – Fire Inspectors */

==Section 3 - FIRE PREVENTION==
===330.01 Fire Inspection Program===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish basic guidelines pertaining to the Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program and its delivery for the Maitland Fire Department. 

This guideline will cover all members of the Department. The Fire Chief will have final authority for changes to the Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program. Authority to vary from this guideline rests with the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal.

===PROCEDURE:===
* The Maitland Fire Department provides a Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program which places an emphasis on fire safety inspection skills and techniques to eliminate or minimize municipal losses. Enforcement jurisdiction is outlined in the Maitland Code of Ordinances, Chapter 6, Article II based on the Florida Fire Prevention Code, current edition (FFPC). The key program objectives for this program are as follows:
**Assess life safety and fire risks in comparison to the delivery of fire protection and its effects.
**Locate, record and affect corrections to common problems concerning life safety and property correction.
**Create and maintain thorough records and database in order to measure and analyze the effectiveness of the fire prevention / life safety program.
* Florida Statute 633 establishes the Fire Chief of the City of Maitland as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and that the AHJ shall determine whether the provisions of the Code are met. Any requirements that are essential for the safety of building occupants and that are not specifically provided for by the Code shall be determined by the AHJ. (FFPC 101 4.6)
* The overall goal in the application of the Code is to provide what is considered to be a reasonable degree of safety. (FFPC Section 4.6)

===Administration===
* The Fire Marshal shall oversee the Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program for the Department. Said Fire Marshal shall manage and administer the program and perform other job functions as outlined in current job descriptions and as directed by the Fire Chief.
* The Fire Marshal will remain apprised of all changes regarding requirements set for continued delivery of fire prevention tasks within the City; and will make recommendations to the Fire Chief on mandated changes to guidelines and policies.

===Fire Safety Inspections – Fire Inspectors===
* The Fire Marshal shall establish a fire safety inspection schedule that meets the goals and objectives of the Department. Inspectors will work to fulfill the inspection schedule based on the stated objectives in this guideline.
* Inspectors will use the Department’s designated Fire Safety Evaluation Report contained in the computerized inspection program to record and provide specific data and general information on possible hazards found in a facility. Prior to serving copies of the report, the Inspector should carefully scan the form line by line to verify that all information is accurate and complete. Information contained on the report should be verbally summarized to the building occupant or property owner; and a copy of the report will be sent electronically, sent via US Mail, or left with said building occupant or property owner. This will ensure the facility occupant or property owner will be aware of the found hazards and corrective actions needed.
* Fire Inspection Reports are to be maintained in accordance with State records retention schedules and shall be stored in the hard copy address files located in the Building Department offices and electronically in the computerized inspection program.
* Fire Inspectors will complete 24 hours of fire prevention inspection continuing education every year.

===Conflict Resolution===
* Should a conflict arise where the fire safety inspection results are objected to by a facility occupant or property owner, the objection shall be referred to Fire Administration.

===Enforcement===
* This section shall be applicable to the Fire Marshal and/or Fire Inspector(s). The Department has a progressive code enforcement program designed to ensure compliance with applicable fire protection codes.
* After a fire safety inspection and to comply with the requirements for first notice of violation, facility occupants or property representatives/owners shall be briefed on the results of the inspection and review the Fire Safety Evaluation Report contained in the computerized inspection program. The facility occupants or property representatives/owners shall be afforded ample time and opportunity to remedy hazards noted.
* Upon non-compliance, the facility occupant and/or property owner of record, as contained in the Orange County Property Appraisers data base, may be issued a Notice of Hazard/Violation in accordance with the procedures set forth in FS 162 and Chapter 5.3, Maitland City Code. This notice outlines the specific sections violated of the Maitland City Code and/or Florida Fire Prevention Code; and also outlines potential actions for non-compliance.
* Further non-compliance by business occupants or property owners may result in issuance of a Statement of Violation/Notice of Hearing per the procedures set forth in FS 162 and referral to the Special Magistrate for Code Enforcement hearings.

===Report Filing , Entry and Retention===
* Any report completed for the purpose of a fire safety inspection shall be filed with the Office of the Fire Marshal of the Maitland Fire Department. Additionally, information pertaining to the issuance of a Notice of Hazard/ Violation, the issuance of a Statement of Violation/Notice of Hearing or the information pertaining to any plans review will be submitted to this division.
* All hard copies of information shall be filed and retained in accordance with Florida Records Retention Schedules.

===Plans Review===
* All plans that require a life safety code review are submitted through the City’s Building Department to the Office of the Fire Marshal. The Department reviews plans for compliance with the applicable provisions of the Florida Fire Prevention Code and those codes and standards adopted therein. Review is accomplished prior to permitting as required in FS 553.
* All plans will be reviewed by the Fire Marshal or his designee using the appropriate plans review procedures. If discrepancies are found, the person doing the review will generate a list of discrepancies and submit said list to the applicant for needed corrections.
* Plans will be signed off on the Plans Review Tracking Card, which is then filed for record-keeping and tracking purposes. Additionally, the plans review data will be entered into the Building Department’s plan review tracking data base.

===Pre-fire Planning===
* All existing pre-fire plan information shall be reviewed and update on a periodic basis. The Battalion Chief assigned to schedule monthly training shall identify facilities that are to be reviewed, toured and have their pre-fire plans updated. Said Battalion Chief shall notify the Fire Marshal as to which facilities are to be updated for a given month.
* The Fire Marshal shall arrange appointments with property owners/representatives for the designated facilities that are to receive pre-fire plan reviews. The appointments shall be posted on the FD PL calendar and an e-mail notification of the schedule appointments shall be electronically transmitted to all Operations shifts.
* Pre-fire plan forms shall be downloaded from the Mobile Eyes software program, printed, and utilized to review and tour the designated facilities.
* After completing the pre-fire planning tours and pre-fire plan forms, the forms shall be forwarded to the Operations designee responsible to input the data into the Mobile Eyes Responder program. To insure continuity, only one individual in the Operations branch shall be designated to input the pre-fire plan data. After updating the pre-fire plan data, the Operations designee shall notify the Battalion Chief assigned to schedule monthly training via electronic medium of the input of information.
* In addition to the scheduled pre-fire planning visits, the Fire Marshal shall update the facility data during periodic fire safety inspections, whenever conditions at a given facility change, or information in the data base is found to be inaccurate.

===Vacant Buildings===
* To ensure vacant buildings are properly secured against unauthorized entry, the Fire Marshal or his/her designee shall visit such properties on a semi-annual basis.
* It shall be the responsibility of the property owner/representative to remove all combustible storage, waste, refuse, and vegetation from the premises. The property owner/representative shall lock, barricade, or otherwise secure the building or premises to prohibit entry by unauthorized persons.
* All fire protection systems shall be maintained in service in vacant buildings, unless otherwise approved by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal.
* With said approval, the fire protection and/or fire alarm systems in a vacant building shall be permitted to be removed from service.
* Where required by the Fire Chief or Fire Marshal, other systems or components pertaining to fire protection shall be maintained.
* When water-based fire protection systems are required to be kept in service in a vacant building, it will be acceptable to have the system inspected and tested on an annual basis following the procedures set forth in NFPA 25 as adopted in the Florida Fire Prevention Code current edition.
* For those facilities found unsecured or in violation of requirements pertaining to vacant buildings, the property owner/representative shall be notified in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section 2.4 Enforcement.

[[Category:Fire Prevention - Fire Inspection Program]]

Main Page

2017-08-21T14:42:31Z

Wwatts: /* 320 Fire Investigation */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|-
| 130.14|| [[Structural Firefighting Gear Decon (OPS)]]|| Apr-17 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Fire Investigations

2017-08-21T14:42:03Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 3 - FIRE PREVENTION==
===320.01 Fire Investigations===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a guideline for the investigation of fires within the City limits of Maitland. This procedure is to be followed for all fire investigations. This guideline is applicable to all members of the Department. Authority to deviate from this procedure rests with the Fire Chief, Fire Marshal or their designee, who is solely responsible for the results of any deviation.

===PROCEDURE:===
* In order to be consistent and to assure all fire investigations are conducted properly, the Battalion Commander or Incident Commander (IC) and the Company Officer shall be the preliminary investigator and will investigate each fire and determine possible cause and origin. If a preliminary cause and origin cannot be determined by the IC, the Fire Marshal shall be notified to respond for cause determination and investigation.
* The Fire Marshal representative shall determine if the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) shall be notified with a request for an investigator to respond to the incident utilizing the guidelines set forth in Chapter 69A-61, RULES OF THE BUREAU OF FIRE AND ARSON INVESTIGATIONS, Florida Administrative Code. 

Later consideration must also be given in the contact of the City’s Building Official and/or Code Enforcement Officer for informational purposes. The investigator shall work to establish the cause and origin of a fire / explosion incident through careful investigation and analysis of the available evidence.

All Certified Fire Investigators who may conduct an origin and cause investigation will complete at least 80 hours of fire investigation training every two years.

[[Category:Fire Prevention - Fire Investigation]]

Main Page

2017-08-21T14:40:05Z

Wwatts: /* 310 Public Education */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|-
| 130.14|| [[Structural Firefighting Gear Decon (OPS)]]|| Apr-17 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Aug-17
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Request for Public Education

2017-08-21T14:39:17Z

Wwatts: /* Public Educational Program Scheduling */

==Section 3 - FIRE PREVENTION==
===310.01 Request for Public Education===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish basic guidelines pertaining to the Public Educational Programs addressing Fire Prevention / Life Safety and its delivery for the Maitland Fire Department.

===PROCEDURE:===
The Maitland Fire Department provides a Public Education Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program which places an emphasis teaching fire/life safety skills and techniques to our citizens and businesses to eliminate or minimize injury or fire losses.

===Administration===
* The Fire Marshal shall oversee the Public Education Fire Prevention / Life Safety Program for the Department. Said Fire Marshal shall manage and administer the program and perform other job functions as outlined in current job descriptions and as directed by the Fire Chief.
* The Fire Marshal will remain apprised of all changes regarding requirements set for continued delivery of fire prevention educational classes within the City; and will make recommendations to the Fire Chief on mandated changes to guidelines, policies, and programs.
* The Fire Marshal shall develop new programs on an as needed basis utilizing current fire and life safety data and studies.

===Fire Safety Public Educational Programs===
* The Fire Marshal shall establish fire/life safety public educational programs that meet the goals and objectives of the Department.
* These programs will be designed to address pertinent issues that could affect the living and working environment within the City of Maitland.
* Current programs include, but are not limited to:
**CPR Classes
**First Aid Classes
**Free Blood Pressure Checks
**Fire Station Tours and Orientation
**Disaster Preparedness
**Home Smoke Detector Program
**Fire Safety in the Work Place
**Fire Extinguisher Classes
**National Fire Prevention Week Activities
**All certified Fire Safety Educators will complete 10 hours of continuing education in public fire safety education techniques and processes each year.

===Public Educational Program Scheduling===
* Scheduling of programs and classes shall be accomplished through Fire Administration and/or the Fire Marshal depending upon the program(s) requested.
* Classes involving Operations resources shall be scheduled through the Fire Administration via telephone at (407) 539-6226 with an appointment placed on the Operations FDPL calendar and notification will be sent to the Battalion Chiefs, Lieutenants, OIC’s via an Outlook appointment.
* Classes involving primarily the Fire Marshal shall be scheduled though that office via telephone at (407) 539-6228 with an appointment placed on the Fire Marshal’s schedule via Outlook. If Operations assistance is needed by the Fire Marshal for a given class, the FM shall coordinate through the Battalion Chiefs for such assistance.
* In the absence of the Fire Marshal, scheduling for those classes normally handled through that office will be handled by the Assistant Chief/Admin and/or Fire Inspector.

[[Category:Fire Prevention - Public Education]]

Request for Public Education

2017-08-21T14:38:52Z

Wwatts: /* Fire Safety Public Educational Programs */

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T17:39:54Z

Wwatts: /* Types of Overtime */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for '''minimum staffing''' OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
*''' The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” '''steps have been utilized'''.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried.
*'''When a mandatory overtime situation is created prior to 0700 the off-going shift shall be utilized using the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of house within that position. If a mandatory overtime situation is created after 0700 the Battalion Chief will utilize the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of hours within that position.'''
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* '''A member shall not be mandatoried the two days prior and following a scheduled vacation.'''
* '''Seniority will be the deciding factor when two or more members of the same position have the same accrued overtime hours.'''
* '''A member cannot be mandatoried for overtime if it conflicts with an already scheduled time trade or special detail.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* '''Holdover hours will only be added to the overtime computer program if it exceeds fours hours.'''
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T17:37:55Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for '''minimum staffing''' OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
*''' The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” '''steps have been utilized'''.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried.
*'''When a mandatory overtime situation is created prior to 0700 the off-going shift shall be utilized using the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of house within that position. If a mandatory overtime situation is created after 0700 the Battalion Chief will utilize the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of hours within that position.'''
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* '''Member shall not be mandatoried the two days prior and following a scheduled vacation.'''
* '''Seniority will be the deciding factor when two or more members of the same position have the same accrued overtime hours.'''
* '''A member cannot be mandatoried for overtime if it conflicts with an already scheduled time trade or special detail.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* '''Holdover hours will only be added to the overtime computer program if it exceeds fours hours.'''
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T17:37:18Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for minimum staffing OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
*''' The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” '''steps have been utilized'''.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried.
*'''When a mandatory overtime situation is created prior to 0700 the off-going shift shall be utilized using the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of house within that position. If a mandatory overtime situation is created after 0700 the Battalion Chief will utilize the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of hours within that position.'''
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* '''Member shall not be mandatoried the two days prior and following a scheduled vacation.'''
* '''Seniority will be the deciding factor when two or more members of the same position have the same accrued overtime hours.'''
* '''A member cannot be mandatoried for overtime if it conflicts with an already scheduled time trade or special detail.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* '''Holdover hours will only be added to the overtime computer program if it exceeds fours hours.'''
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Main Page

2017-03-03T17:22:16Z

Wwatts: /* 220 EMS */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Main Page

2017-03-03T17:21:44Z

Wwatts: /* 110 Rules and Regulations */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || March-17
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T17:03:14Z

Wwatts: /* Types of Overtime */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
*''' The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” '''steps have been utilized'''.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried.
*'''When a mandatory overtime situation is created prior to 0700 the off-going shift shall be utilized using the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of house within that position. If a mandatory overtime situation is created after 0700 the Battalion Chief will utilize the overtime computer program by selecting the member with the least amount of hours within that position.'''
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* '''Member shall not be mandatoried the two days prior and following a scheduled vacation.'''
* '''Seniority will be the deciding factor when two or more members of the same position have the same accrued overtime hours.'''
* '''A member cannot be mandatoried for overtime if it conflicts with an already scheduled time trade or special detail.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* '''Holdover hours will only be added to the overtime computer program if it exceeds fours hours.'''
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T16:49:25Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
*''' The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T16:48:54Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
**'''1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
**'''3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
'''* The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T16:47:19Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
'''**1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
'''**2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)'''
'''**3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''
'''* The overtime computer program will be available for viewing by all members of the department. This will allow all members to verify their ranking in the overtime accrued hour's roster. The overtime computer program will reset accrued overtime hours to zero every January 1st.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T16:44:44Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
'''**1st step - The Battalion Chief shall text the rank group for the overtime. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)
**2nd step - The Battalion Chief shall text all eligible members. (members will have 15 minutes to respond to this text)
**3rd step - The Battalion Chief shall initiate Mandatory overtime.'''
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining '''no more than three shift members'''.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all '''communication methods have been utilized'''.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) '''their overtime hours are reset to zero. They are now the least senior member within that rank.'''

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2017-03-03T16:36:46Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining two or more shift members.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made using pager or text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all efforts using pagers or approved text messaging have been unsuccessful.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) an average of all overtime hours listed in the data base for the existing employees in that rank will be calculated. This number will then be the starting number on the cards for the newly promoted individual. In this manner, overtime offerings for a specific rank are not “skewed” when a person is promoted.

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Sick & Personal Leave

2017-03-03T16:33:16Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.15 Sick and Personal Leave===

===PURPOSE:===
The accrual of personal leave hours and sick leave hours are in accordance with the City of Maitland Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Sick Leave'''
* Sick Leave is a benefit and should be treated as such.
* When you find yourself ill to the extent that you cannot report to duty, you should call your Battalion Chief as soon as possible, before the start of your scheduled shift. If you are unable to contact your Battalion Chief on the first attempt, then contact the on-duty Battalion Chief. The preferred practice is to call '''prior to 10pm the night before your scheduled shift or no later than 6am the day of your scheduled shift.''' If on the night before your scheduled shift you know that you will not be present for duty, it is appropriate to call at that time.
* When the on-duty Battalion Chief is the contact, then he/she is responsible for contacting the assigned Battalion Chief of the person calling in sick. The assigned Battalion Chief of the person calling in sick should be told the nature of the illness/injury, expected duration, and a phone number where the person calling in sick can be reached. This is necessary for shift planning purposes.
* The initial contact person, whether the on-duty Battalion Chief or the member’s assigned Battalion Chief, must review the information and comply with the reporting elements contained in City of Maitland Personnel Policies and Procedures 8.12 Family and Medical Leave Act.
* If you are too ill to report to duty, remain home except to seek medical attention or medication.
* The on-duty shift supervisor may direct on-duty ill members to leave duty and return home.
* The Fire Chief and/or other city officials reserve the right to require verification of the illness by an appropriate medical professional and also reserve the right to require a release signed by a medical doctor, before returning to work.
* Incidents where sick leave is taken fraudulently or excessively may result in disciplinary action.
* Excessive use shall be defined as the use of more occurrences than the department average for any given evaluation period. The term occurrence is as defined in the city’s personnel policies.
* The Battalion Chief will take into consideration the potential for vacancy created by sick call, FMLA, etc. prior to approving more than one person off at a time. Mandatory OT will be avoided at all costs. Personal leave shall not be approved more than 60 days prior to the start of requested leave unless otherwise approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief. No more than five (5) shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

''As it relates to staffing, a position that will require OT to cover by default (i.e. Paramedic, LT with no built in coverage due to minimum staffing) no subsequent requests for leave time shall be approved. Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.''

===Personal Leave===
* Each Battalion Chief shall be responsible for scheduling leave for the members on his/her shift in a fair and equitable manner. Members shall complete a request for absence via email to their assigned Battalion Chief. In extraordinary circumstances, especially those contained in the City of Maitland Personnel Policies and Procedures 8.12 Family and Medical Leave Act, the Battalion Chief may grant leave to more than two (2) members with approval of the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief.
* The Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief or their appointed designee shall be responsible for the scheduling of personal leave for Battalion Chiefs.
* Anyone who takes time off without sufficient accumulated personal leave shall not be paid for those hours. Prior approval is required. A negative balance shall not be permitted.
::''Disciplinary action may result.''
* Except in cases covered by the City of Maitland Personnel Policies and Procedures 8.12 Family and Medical Leave Act, each member is responsible for insuring he/she possesses adequate sick or personal leave time prior to absence from work.
* Except in cases, covered by the City of Maitland Personnel Policies and Procedures 8.12 Family and Medical Leave Act, Battalion Chiefs shall not schedule shift members off on personal leave if they do not possess adequate time.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime. If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved.
::'''''This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010 agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* The Fire Chief is responsible for scheduling all others within the Department.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Medication/Fluid Storage & Security

2017-03-03T16:30:53Z

Wwatts: /* Disposal Procedures */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.02 Medication / Fluid Storage & Security===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish for the Maitland Fire Rescue Department medication, fluids, and controlled substances inventory, storage, and security procedures. (In accordance with 64E-2.037 F.A.C.)

===PROCEDURE:===
====RESPONSIBILITY====
It is the responsibility of each ALS provider to secure against unauthorized entry, the areas where medications, fluids, and controlled substances are stored. Therefore the Maitland Fire Rescue Department will follow the procedures listed:
* All IV fluids and medications shall be stored in an area that is secured by a locking mechanism. All medications not assigned to an ALS vehicle shall be kept in vending machine at '''either station'''.
* All medications shall be stored in a climate controlled location (i.e. air conditioned and heated). Please note if medications are subjected or exposed to extreme temperatures the person checking the medication shall notify their supervisor and the on duty Battalion Chief as well as the Deputy Chief for medical evaluation of the medication.
* Controlled substances will be kept in a separate container and will be kept in the locked security box inside each ALS box located on each ALS unit.
* Only state licensed Paramedics employed by the Maitland Fire Rescue Department shall have access (keys) to controlled substances.
* A Medication Inventory Log will be kept on all spare fluids and medications (vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets). The log will include: Date of inventory, quantities of any addition or deletion from stock, location of stock, and the legible name of the person completing the inventory.
* Quarterly there shall be a controlled substance inspection completed by the Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief must confirm amounts received, administered, disposed of, and transferred based on reports, receipts, expiration dates and documentation. Any discrepancies must be addressed ASAP and resolved or proper notification made to '''Deputy Fire Chief''' and '''Medical Director'''.
* All fluids and medications will be examined on the first weekday shift of each month (Including vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets) and documented in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Any medications or fluids found to be within one month of expiration should be removed from service and properly forwarded to the person in charge of medications for their disposal or return credit. The person in charge of medications shall store all expired medications in a locked cabinet separate from the current medications until such time as they are disposed of or returned for credit. All medications and fluids that are forwarded shall be documented accordingly in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Anytime a drug/fluid is used and replaced during routine operations, it shall be examined to ensure expiration date is not within one month and that the fluid/medication is not damaged or deteriorated.
* Anytime any medication is taken from the EMS cabinet to replace medications in the drug box the Disbursement log must be completed. See example below.

====Controlled Substances====
* There shall be a stocked supply of controlled substances for the entire department located at Station 45. The stocked supply shall be secured by two different forms of locking devices and there shall only be 4-5 personnel with approved access. Anytime the stocked supply is opened whether for supplies received, disbursement, or any other reason the drug log must be completed and verified by two authorized personnel. Both members must complete and sign the log indicating the specific reason for the entry.
* Only state licensed Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedics shall have access to controlled substances.
* An inventory for all controlled substances shall be conducted at the beginning and end of each shift by the individual responsible for drug security during that shift and for each instance of use during a call.
* Any time a controlled substance is removed from the stock, documentation must be recorded as to why (i.e. administered, broken, expired etc.). If the medication was administered the Paramedic must document the amount given, lot #, expiration date, and the amount wasted. The documentation must be signed by the administering Paramedic and a witness verifying the disposal of the unused portion. If the medication is transferred, documentation must show the Unit (i.e. E45, R45), Amount, Milligrams, Milliliters, expiration date, lot number and reason.
* Once the call and documentation is complete the inventory shall be restocked to reflect the proper amount to be maintained on the unit.
* Records shall be maintained for Morphine, Fentanyl, Ativan, Etomidate, and Versed. 
: *Any controlled substance additions to the inventory will have records maintained in the appropriate log book. See example below.

====Daily Controlled Substance Check Out====
* Fill out the control log as directed. Unit #, employee name, date, time, and drug name(s).
* Visualize each medication and the amount present.
* Fill in the log with the information. Amount of mg and ml, expiration date, and lot #. Indicate on each line the name of the drug when filling in the information.
* Compare to the previous day to assure concurrency.
* If there are any discrepancies, identify the problem. If the problem cannot be resolved by yourself and the prior shifts Paramedic you must notify the on duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and '''Medical Director'''. 
:Note: this should be completed as close to the shift change as possible (early morning).

====Documented Administration====
* Fill in the amount administered, lot #, expiration date, and run number.
* The administering Paramedic must print and sign their name.
* The unused portion disposal must be witnessed; the witness must print and sign their name.
* The comments line should indicate the amount given to the patient and the amount disposed of.

====Documented Transfer====
* When restocking the drug box, the station drug log must be filled out.
* In the station drug log, the TRANSFERRED TO section needs to be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, expiration date, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* When placing the narcotics in the drug box, the drug box log must be filled out.
* In the drug box log, the RECEIVED FROM section must be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* Any discrepancy found during the inventory (errors, missing pages, incomplete inventory, missing meds, incorrect meds, or broken meds) shall be reported immediately to the on-duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.
* Inventory records shall be maintained for a period of two years minimum, at the location where the controlled substances are stored.

====Disposal Procedures====
* Any unused or damaged medication that is removed from service shall be disposed of into '''a department approved medication waste container. All attempts should be made to dispose of unused medications at the receiving emergency department through the proper bio-hazard waste disposal protocol'''. Any expired medications shall be forwarded to the person in charge of the medications for their return and credit. Empty ampules, vials, sharps, and syringes shall be disposed of according to biowaste protocols.
* Disposal of any controlled substance (including unused portions) shall be documented in the appropriate log. Disposal shall take place with a witness.
* The printed name and signature of the person witnessing the disposal of each unused portion of controlled substance shall be included in the log.
* Controlled substances shall be removed from any vehicle where a Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedic is not assigned.
* Medication errors and reactions shall be reported to the physician who ordered the medication, receiving physician, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.

[[Category:Fire Operations - EMS]]

Medication/Fluid Storage & Security

2017-03-03T16:26:25Z

Wwatts: /* Daily Controlled Substance Check Out */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.02 Medication / Fluid Storage & Security===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish for the Maitland Fire Rescue Department medication, fluids, and controlled substances inventory, storage, and security procedures. (In accordance with 64E-2.037 F.A.C.)

===PROCEDURE:===
====RESPONSIBILITY====
It is the responsibility of each ALS provider to secure against unauthorized entry, the areas where medications, fluids, and controlled substances are stored. Therefore the Maitland Fire Rescue Department will follow the procedures listed:
* All IV fluids and medications shall be stored in an area that is secured by a locking mechanism. All medications not assigned to an ALS vehicle shall be kept in vending machine at '''either station'''.
* All medications shall be stored in a climate controlled location (i.e. air conditioned and heated). Please note if medications are subjected or exposed to extreme temperatures the person checking the medication shall notify their supervisor and the on duty Battalion Chief as well as the Deputy Chief for medical evaluation of the medication.
* Controlled substances will be kept in a separate container and will be kept in the locked security box inside each ALS box located on each ALS unit.
* Only state licensed Paramedics employed by the Maitland Fire Rescue Department shall have access (keys) to controlled substances.
* A Medication Inventory Log will be kept on all spare fluids and medications (vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets). The log will include: Date of inventory, quantities of any addition or deletion from stock, location of stock, and the legible name of the person completing the inventory.
* Quarterly there shall be a controlled substance inspection completed by the Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief must confirm amounts received, administered, disposed of, and transferred based on reports, receipts, expiration dates and documentation. Any discrepancies must be addressed ASAP and resolved or proper notification made to '''Deputy Fire Chief''' and '''Medical Director'''.
* All fluids and medications will be examined on the first weekday shift of each month (Including vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets) and documented in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Any medications or fluids found to be within one month of expiration should be removed from service and properly forwarded to the person in charge of medications for their disposal or return credit. The person in charge of medications shall store all expired medications in a locked cabinet separate from the current medications until such time as they are disposed of or returned for credit. All medications and fluids that are forwarded shall be documented accordingly in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Anytime a drug/fluid is used and replaced during routine operations, it shall be examined to ensure expiration date is not within one month and that the fluid/medication is not damaged or deteriorated.
* Anytime any medication is taken from the EMS cabinet to replace medications in the drug box the Disbursement log must be completed. See example below.

====Controlled Substances====
* There shall be a stocked supply of controlled substances for the entire department located at Station 45. The stocked supply shall be secured by two different forms of locking devices and there shall only be 4-5 personnel with approved access. Anytime the stocked supply is opened whether for supplies received, disbursement, or any other reason the drug log must be completed and verified by two authorized personnel. Both members must complete and sign the log indicating the specific reason for the entry.
* Only state licensed Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedics shall have access to controlled substances.
* An inventory for all controlled substances shall be conducted at the beginning and end of each shift by the individual responsible for drug security during that shift and for each instance of use during a call.
* Any time a controlled substance is removed from the stock, documentation must be recorded as to why (i.e. administered, broken, expired etc.). If the medication was administered the Paramedic must document the amount given, lot #, expiration date, and the amount wasted. The documentation must be signed by the administering Paramedic and a witness verifying the disposal of the unused portion. If the medication is transferred, documentation must show the Unit (i.e. E45, R45), Amount, Milligrams, Milliliters, expiration date, lot number and reason.
* Once the call and documentation is complete the inventory shall be restocked to reflect the proper amount to be maintained on the unit.
* Records shall be maintained for Morphine, Fentanyl, Ativan, Etomidate, and Versed. 
: *Any controlled substance additions to the inventory will have records maintained in the appropriate log book. See example below.

====Daily Controlled Substance Check Out====
* Fill out the control log as directed. Unit #, employee name, date, time, and drug name(s).
* Visualize each medication and the amount present.
* Fill in the log with the information. Amount of mg and ml, expiration date, and lot #. Indicate on each line the name of the drug when filling in the information.
* Compare to the previous day to assure concurrency.
* If there are any discrepancies, identify the problem. If the problem cannot be resolved by yourself and the prior shifts Paramedic you must notify the on duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and '''Medical Director'''. 
:Note: this should be completed as close to the shift change as possible (early morning).

====Documented Administration====
* Fill in the amount administered, lot #, expiration date, and run number.
* The administering Paramedic must print and sign their name.
* The unused portion disposal must be witnessed; the witness must print and sign their name.
* The comments line should indicate the amount given to the patient and the amount disposed of.

====Documented Transfer====
* When restocking the drug box, the station drug log must be filled out.
* In the station drug log, the TRANSFERRED TO section needs to be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, expiration date, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* When placing the narcotics in the drug box, the drug box log must be filled out.
* In the drug box log, the RECEIVED FROM section must be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* Any discrepancy found during the inventory (errors, missing pages, incomplete inventory, missing meds, incorrect meds, or broken meds) shall be reported immediately to the on-duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.
* Inventory records shall be maintained for a period of two years minimum, at the location where the controlled substances are stored.

====Disposal Procedures====
* Any unused or damaged medication that is removed from service shall be disposed of into the sanitary sewer system. Any expired medications shall be forwarded to the person in charge of the medications for their return and credit. Empty ampules, vials, sharps, and syringes shall be disposed of according to biowaste protocols.
* Disposal of any controlled substance (including unused portions) shall be documented in the appropriate log. Disposal shall take place with a witness.
* The printed name and signature of the person witnessing the disposal of each unused portion of controlled substance shall be included in the log.
* Controlled substances shall be removed from any vehicle where a Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedic is not assigned.
* Medication errors and reactions shall be reported to the physician who ordered the medication, receiving physician, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.

[[Category:Fire Operations - EMS]]

Medication/Fluid Storage & Security

2017-03-03T16:25:43Z

Wwatts: /* Controlled Substances */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.02 Medication / Fluid Storage & Security===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish for the Maitland Fire Rescue Department medication, fluids, and controlled substances inventory, storage, and security procedures. (In accordance with 64E-2.037 F.A.C.)

===PROCEDURE:===
====RESPONSIBILITY====
It is the responsibility of each ALS provider to secure against unauthorized entry, the areas where medications, fluids, and controlled substances are stored. Therefore the Maitland Fire Rescue Department will follow the procedures listed:
* All IV fluids and medications shall be stored in an area that is secured by a locking mechanism. All medications not assigned to an ALS vehicle shall be kept in vending machine at '''either station'''.
* All medications shall be stored in a climate controlled location (i.e. air conditioned and heated). Please note if medications are subjected or exposed to extreme temperatures the person checking the medication shall notify their supervisor and the on duty Battalion Chief as well as the Deputy Chief for medical evaluation of the medication.
* Controlled substances will be kept in a separate container and will be kept in the locked security box inside each ALS box located on each ALS unit.
* Only state licensed Paramedics employed by the Maitland Fire Rescue Department shall have access (keys) to controlled substances.
* A Medication Inventory Log will be kept on all spare fluids and medications (vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets). The log will include: Date of inventory, quantities of any addition or deletion from stock, location of stock, and the legible name of the person completing the inventory.
* Quarterly there shall be a controlled substance inspection completed by the Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief must confirm amounts received, administered, disposed of, and transferred based on reports, receipts, expiration dates and documentation. Any discrepancies must be addressed ASAP and resolved or proper notification made to '''Deputy Fire Chief''' and '''Medical Director'''.
* All fluids and medications will be examined on the first weekday shift of each month (Including vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets) and documented in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Any medications or fluids found to be within one month of expiration should be removed from service and properly forwarded to the person in charge of medications for their disposal or return credit. The person in charge of medications shall store all expired medications in a locked cabinet separate from the current medications until such time as they are disposed of or returned for credit. All medications and fluids that are forwarded shall be documented accordingly in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Anytime a drug/fluid is used and replaced during routine operations, it shall be examined to ensure expiration date is not within one month and that the fluid/medication is not damaged or deteriorated.
* Anytime any medication is taken from the EMS cabinet to replace medications in the drug box the Disbursement log must be completed. See example below.

====Controlled Substances====
* There shall be a stocked supply of controlled substances for the entire department located at Station 45. The stocked supply shall be secured by two different forms of locking devices and there shall only be 4-5 personnel with approved access. Anytime the stocked supply is opened whether for supplies received, disbursement, or any other reason the drug log must be completed and verified by two authorized personnel. Both members must complete and sign the log indicating the specific reason for the entry.
* Only state licensed Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedics shall have access to controlled substances.
* An inventory for all controlled substances shall be conducted at the beginning and end of each shift by the individual responsible for drug security during that shift and for each instance of use during a call.
* Any time a controlled substance is removed from the stock, documentation must be recorded as to why (i.e. administered, broken, expired etc.). If the medication was administered the Paramedic must document the amount given, lot #, expiration date, and the amount wasted. The documentation must be signed by the administering Paramedic and a witness verifying the disposal of the unused portion. If the medication is transferred, documentation must show the Unit (i.e. E45, R45), Amount, Milligrams, Milliliters, expiration date, lot number and reason.
* Once the call and documentation is complete the inventory shall be restocked to reflect the proper amount to be maintained on the unit.
* Records shall be maintained for Morphine, Fentanyl, Ativan, Etomidate, and Versed. 
: *Any controlled substance additions to the inventory will have records maintained in the appropriate log book. See example below.

====Daily Controlled Substance Check Out====
* Fill out the control log as directed. Unit #, employee name, date, time, and drug name(s).
* Visualize each medication and the amount present.
* Fill in the log with the information. Amount of mg and ml, expiration date, and lot #. Indicate on each line the name of the drug when filling in the information.
* Compare to the previous day to assure concurrency.
* If there are any discrepancies, identify the problem. If the problem can not be resolved by yourself and the prior shifts Paramedic you must notify the on duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and Dr. Husty. 
:Note: this should be completed as close to the shift change as possible (early morning).

====Documented Administration====
* Fill in the amount administered, lot #, expiration date, and run number.
* The administering Paramedic must print and sign their name.
* The unused portion disposal must be witnessed; the witness must print and sign their name.
* The comments line should indicate the amount given to the patient and the amount disposed of.

====Documented Transfer====
* When restocking the drug box, the station drug log must be filled out.
* In the station drug log, the TRANSFERRED TO section needs to be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, expiration date, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* When placing the narcotics in the drug box, the drug box log must be filled out.
* In the drug box log, the RECEIVED FROM section must be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* Any discrepancy found during the inventory (errors, missing pages, incomplete inventory, missing meds, incorrect meds, or broken meds) shall be reported immediately to the on-duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.
* Inventory records shall be maintained for a period of two years minimum, at the location where the controlled substances are stored.

====Disposal Procedures====
* Any unused or damaged medication that is removed from service shall be disposed of into the sanitary sewer system. Any expired medications shall be forwarded to the person in charge of the medications for their return and credit. Empty ampules, vials, sharps, and syringes shall be disposed of according to biowaste protocols.
* Disposal of any controlled substance (including unused portions) shall be documented in the appropriate log. Disposal shall take place with a witness.
* The printed name and signature of the person witnessing the disposal of each unused portion of controlled substance shall be included in the log.
* Controlled substances shall be removed from any vehicle where a Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedic is not assigned.
* Medication errors and reactions shall be reported to the physician who ordered the medication, receiving physician, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.

[[Category:Fire Operations - EMS]]

Medication/Fluid Storage & Security

2017-03-03T16:25:10Z

Wwatts: /* RESPONSIBILITY */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.02 Medication / Fluid Storage & Security===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish for the Maitland Fire Rescue Department medication, fluids, and controlled substances inventory, storage, and security procedures. (In accordance with 64E-2.037 F.A.C.)

===PROCEDURE:===
====RESPONSIBILITY====
It is the responsibility of each ALS provider to secure against unauthorized entry, the areas where medications, fluids, and controlled substances are stored. Therefore the Maitland Fire Rescue Department will follow the procedures listed:
* All IV fluids and medications shall be stored in an area that is secured by a locking mechanism. All medications not assigned to an ALS vehicle shall be kept in vending machine at '''either station'''.
* All medications shall be stored in a climate controlled location (i.e. air conditioned and heated). Please note if medications are subjected or exposed to extreme temperatures the person checking the medication shall notify their supervisor and the on duty Battalion Chief as well as the Deputy Chief for medical evaluation of the medication.
* Controlled substances will be kept in a separate container and will be kept in the locked security box inside each ALS box located on each ALS unit.
* Only state licensed Paramedics employed by the Maitland Fire Rescue Department shall have access (keys) to controlled substances.
* A Medication Inventory Log will be kept on all spare fluids and medications (vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets). The log will include: Date of inventory, quantities of any addition or deletion from stock, location of stock, and the legible name of the person completing the inventory.
* Quarterly there shall be a controlled substance inspection completed by the Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief must confirm amounts received, administered, disposed of, and transferred based on reports, receipts, expiration dates and documentation. Any discrepancies must be addressed ASAP and resolved or proper notification made to '''Deputy Fire Chief''' and '''Medical Director'''.
* All fluids and medications will be examined on the first weekday shift of each month (Including vehicles, drug boxes, and storage cabinets) and documented in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Any medications or fluids found to be within one month of expiration should be removed from service and properly forwarded to the person in charge of medications for their disposal or return credit. The person in charge of medications shall store all expired medications in a locked cabinet separate from the current medications until such time as they are disposed of or returned for credit. All medications and fluids that are forwarded shall be documented accordingly in the Medication Inventory Log. 
:Anytime a drug/fluid is used and replaced during routine operations, it shall be examined to ensure expiration date is not within one month and that the fluid/medication is not damaged or deteriorated.
* Anytime any medication is taken from the EMS cabinet to replace medications in the drug box the Disbursement log must be completed. See example below.

====Controlled Substances====
* There shall be a stocked supply of controlled substances for the entire department located at Station 45. The stocked supply shall be secured by two different forms of locking devices and there shall only be 4-5 personnel with approved access. Anytime the stocked supply is opened whether for supplies received, disbursement, or any other reason the drug log must be completed and verified by two authorized personnel. Both members must complete and sign the log indicating the specific reason for the entry.
* Only state licensed Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedics shall have access to controlled substances.
* An inventory for all controlled substances shall be conducted at the beginning and end of each shift by the individual responsible for drug security during that shift and for each instance of use during a call.
* Any time a controlled substance is removed from the stock, documentation must be recorded as to why (i.e. administered, broken, expired etc.). If the medication was administered the Paramedic must document the amount given, lot #, expiration date, and the amount wasted. The documentation must be signed by the administering Paramedic and a witness verifying the disposal of the unused portion. If the medication is transferred, documentation must show the Unit (i.e. E45, R45), Amount, Milligrams, Milliliters, expiration date, lot number and reason.
* Once the call and documentation is complete the inventory shall be restocked to reflect the proper amount to be maintained on the unit.
* Records shall be maintained for Morphine, Fentanyl, Ativan, Etomidate, and Versed. 
: *Any controlled substance additions to the inventory will have records maintained in the appropriate log book. See example below.
====Daily Controlled Substance Check Out====
* Fill out the control log as directed. Unit #, employee name, date, time, and drug name(s).
* Visualize each medication and the amount present.
* Fill in the log with the information. Amount of mg and ml, expiration date, and lot #. Indicate on each line the name of the drug when filling in the information.
* Compare to the previous day to assure concurrency.
* If there are any discrepancies, identify the problem. If the problem can not be resolved by yourself and the prior shifts Paramedic you must notify the on duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and Dr. Husty. 
:Note: this should be completed as close to the shift change as possible (early morning).

====Documented Administration====
* Fill in the amount administered, lot #, expiration date, and run number.
* The administering Paramedic must print and sign their name.
* The unused portion disposal must be witnessed; the witness must print and sign their name.
* The comments line should indicate the amount given to the patient and the amount disposed of.

====Documented Transfer====
* When restocking the drug box, the station drug log must be filled out.
* In the station drug log, the TRANSFERRED TO section needs to be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, expiration date, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* When placing the narcotics in the drug box, the drug box log must be filled out.
* In the drug box log, the RECEIVED FROM section must be filled in. Unit, amount, milligrams, milliliters, lot #, and reason. The comments line shall be filled in as needed.
* Any discrepancy found during the inventory (errors, missing pages, incomplete inventory, missing meds, incorrect meds, or broken meds) shall be reported immediately to the on-duty Lieutenant, Battalion Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.
* Inventory records shall be maintained for a period of two years minimum, at the location where the controlled substances are stored.

====Disposal Procedures====
* Any unused or damaged medication that is removed from service shall be disposed of into the sanitary sewer system. Any expired medications shall be forwarded to the person in charge of the medications for their return and credit. Empty ampules, vials, sharps, and syringes shall be disposed of according to biowaste protocols.
* Disposal of any controlled substance (including unused portions) shall be documented in the appropriate log. Disposal shall take place with a witness.
* The printed name and signature of the person witnessing the disposal of each unused portion of controlled substance shall be included in the log.
* Controlled substances shall be removed from any vehicle where a Maitland Fire Rescue Department employed Paramedic is not assigned.
* Medication errors and reactions shall be reported to the physician who ordered the medication, receiving physician, Deputy Fire Chief and the Medical Director.

[[Category:Fire Operations - EMS]]

Commendation / Service Awards

2017-03-03T15:56:50Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.21 Commendations /Service Awards===

===PURPOSE:===
To foster pride in the Fire Rescue Department through the recognition of personnel who have excelled in the performance of their duty.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Nomination Procedures'''
* It shall be the privilege of any employee to nominate a person or group of people for recognition as an award recipient.
* All nominations shall be submitted via email with the subject line "Nomination for Award” and forwarded, via the Chain of Command, to the Deputy Fire Chief no later than 30 days after the event or incident has occurred. Supporting information, i.e., photos, drawings, video, may be attached to the nomination form.
* Senior Fire Rescue staff consisting of the Deputy Fire Chief and Battalion Chiefs will review the Nomination for Awards form at their next regularly scheduled staff meeting and by a majority vote of the members, shall make a recommendation as to the appropriate award to be issued. Recommendations shall be forwarded to the Fire Chief for final approval.
'''Awards and Requirements'''
* Medal of Valor (Highest Award)
**Members who, in the line of duty, perform an act(s) far and beyond the normal call of duty and under EXTREME personal risk, rescues or attempts to rescue a fellow fire fighter or endangered citizen(s).
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Gold Plated Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red, White, Blue) to be worn on the station uniform.
* Distinguished Service Award (Second Highest Award)
**Any member performing an act considered involving an unusual degree of personal risk with bravery and high degree of initiative and capability.
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of a neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Silver Chrome Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red & Blue) to be worn on the station uniform.
* Meritorious Service Award
**Any unusual act or service, on or off duty, worthy of recognition that promotes good will and reflects highly on the fire service of Maitland.
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of a neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Silver Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red, White, Red) to be worn on the uniform.
* The Fire Chief’s Award
**Issued at the discretion of the Fire Chief to members of the Department who have demonstrated dedication and excellence while performing assigned duties, or to any person exemplifying the Department through individual commitment to excellence.
**Regalia:
::::Service ribbon (Gold & White with a Silver Star) to be worn on the Station Uniform.
::::Framed Certificate
* Administration Unit Citation (Non-uniformed personnel)
**This award is to recognize support functions from individuals, task force, units or committees for outstanding work performance or accomplishment.
**Regalia:
::::Framed Certificate awarded to each individual, member of the group, team or committee.
::::Framed Certificate to be displayed in each Division / Bureau.
* Community Service Award
**Awarded for exemplary community service, on or off duty, or voluntary actions over and above assigned responsibilities in service of the community.
**Regalia:
::::Service ribbon (Red with a Silver Star) to be worn on the Station Uniform.
::::Framed Certificate of Community Service
* Certificate of Commendation
**Acts of notable performance at the scene of an emergency, not involving personal risk above and beyond the call of duty, but demonstrating a high degree of professional skill.
* Certificate of Appreciation
**May be awarded to Fire Rescue Department employees or Community members for notable acts of kindness or outstanding service to the Citizen’s of Maitland or Fire Rescue Department.
* Civilian Award of Valor
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for distinguished acts of bravery involving a high degree of personal risk.
**Regalia:
::::Engraved trophy.
* Civilian Award of Merit
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for outstanding assistance to or support of the Maitland Fire Rescue Department.
'''* Civilian Life Saving Award
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for life saving efforts to another civilian. This award should be given to a civilian who performed life-saving efforts which had a direct impact on another civilian's health and welfare.
::::Plaque'''
* Stork Pin (Pink or Blue)
**Deliver of newborn

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Commendation / Service Awards

2017-03-03T15:56:05Z

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==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.21 Commendations /Service Awards===

===PURPOSE:===
To foster pride in the Fire Rescue Department through the recognition of personnel who have excelled in the performance of their duty.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Nomination Procedures'''
* It shall be the privilege of any employee to nominate a person or group of people for recognition as an award recipient.
* All nominations shall be submitted via email with the subject line "Nomination for Award” and forwarded, via the Chain of Command, to the Deputy Fire Chief no later than 30 days after the event or incident has occurred. Supporting information, i.e., photos, drawings, video, may be attached to the nomination form.
* Senior Fire Rescue staff consisting of the Deputy Fire Chief and Battalion Chiefs will review the Nomination for Awards form at their next regularly scheduled staff meeting and by a majority vote of the members, shall make a recommendation as to the appropriate award to be issued. Recommendations shall be forwarded to the Fire Chief for final approval.
'''Awards and Requirements'''
* Medal of Valor (Highest Award)
**Members who, in the line of duty, perform an act(s) far and beyond the normal call of duty and under EXTREME personal risk, rescues or attempts to rescue a fellow fire fighter or endangered citizen(s).
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Gold Plated Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red, White, Blue) to be worn on the station uniform.
* Distinguished Service Award (Second Highest Award)
**Any member performing an act considered involving an unusual degree of personal risk with bravery and high degree of initiative and capability.
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of a neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Silver Chrome Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red & Blue) to be worn on the station uniform.
* Meritorious Service Award
**Any unusual act or service, on or off duty, worthy of recognition that promotes good will and reflects highly on the fire service of Maitland.
**Regalia:
::::Shall consist of a neck ribbon cordon with a medal (Silver Medal)
::::Framed distinctive description of the incident.
::::Service ribbon (Red, White, Red) to be worn on the uniform.
* The Fire Chief’s Award
**Issued at the discretion of the Fire Chief to members of the Department who have demonstrated dedication and excellence while performing assigned duties, or to any person exemplifying the Department through individual commitment to excellence.
**Regalia:
::::Service ribbon (Gold & White with a Silver Star) to be worn on the Station Uniform.
::::Framed Certificate
* Administration Unit Citation (Non-uniformed personnel)
**This award is to recognize support functions from individuals, task force, units or committees for outstanding work performance or accomplishment.
**Regalia:
::::Framed Certificate awarded to each individual, member of the group, team or committee.
::::Framed Certificate to be displayed in each Division / Bureau.
* Community Service Award
**Awarded for exemplary community service, on or off duty, or voluntary actions over and above assigned responsibilities in service of the community.
**Regalia:
::::Service ribbon (Red with a Silver Star) to be worn on the Station Uniform.
::::Framed Certificate of Community Service
* Certificate of Commendation
**Acts of notable performance at the scene of an emergency, not involving personal risk above and beyond the call of duty, but demonstrating a high degree of professional skill.
* Certificate of Appreciation
**May be awarded to Fire Rescue Department employees or Community members for notable acts of kindness or outstanding service to the Citizen’s of Maitland or Fire Rescue Department.
* Civilian Award of Valor
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for distinguished acts of bravery involving a high degree of personal risk.
**Regalia:
::::Engraved trophy.
* Civilian Award of Merit
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for outstanding assistance to or support of the Maitland Fire Rescue Department.
* Civilian Life Saving Award
**Awarded to civilian members of the community for life saving efforts to another civilian. This award should be given to a civilian who performed life-saving efforts which had a direct impact on another civilian's health and welfare.
::::Plaque
* Stork Pin (Pink or Blue)
**Deliver of newborn

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Uniforms

2017-03-03T15:49:27Z

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==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.19 Uniforms===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a procedure governing the type, color and style of duty uniforms that will be worn during work hours to ensure that all personnel display a professional, team like appearance.

===PROCEDURE:===
* The Fire Chief shall determine the type, color, and style of department issued uniforms to be worn. The term “in uniform” shall mean attired within the guidelines set forth in this policy.
* When jackets and/or sweatshirts must be worn, they must be department issued and in good repair.
* '''Individuals that have exposed tattoos on their arms or legs may be required to wear long sleeve shirts and/or pants during all times while in uniform - to be determined by the Fire Chief.'''
* Department issued baseball caps may be worn with Class “C” and gym uniforms only. It is never acceptable to be wearing a ball cap while in a Class “A” or “B” uniform.
:√ Only department approved baseball caps are allowed to be worn 
:√ MFRD baseball caps are to be kept in good condition 
:√ Worn out or damage caps will not be worn 
:√ MFRD will issue one (1) per calendar year, if budget is approved 
:√ Additional alterations to a baseball cap must be approved by the Fire Chief or his/her representative 
* As part of this policy, it shall be the responsibility of each member to care for department issued uniforms and have all types of uniforms readily available during each duty day.
* If a member has neglected care of a Department issued article of clothing and rendered it unusable, the member may be required to purchase a replacement article by the Chief.
* Department issued uniforms shall not be worn by personnel off-duty unless authorized by Fire Administration.
* There shall be no insignia, stickers or other attachments affixed to department issued gear without the approval of Fire Administration.
* The use of Structural bunker gear on the scene of an EMS medical call is prohibited. Class B, C, or Jumpsuits uniforms shall be worn.

===UNIFORM CLASSIFICATIONS:===
:'''Class “A” Uniform (Parade Dress)'''
:To be worn at Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief discretion during special events.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued long sleeve dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin”, and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter), and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items. See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, collar insignias, years of service pin, and union pin.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* SHOES – Black polish able leather preferred, low cut or shoe style, department approved by the Deputy Fire Chief.
:* SOCKS – Black, Navy Blue, or White – clean and in good repair.
:* T-SHIRT – Plain white t-shirt – clean and in good repair.
:* BELT – Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* JACKET – Navy Dress Jacket with Department issued badge, name tag, rank specific collar insignias and bars on sleeves, and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, and collar insignias.
:* CAP – Dress Cap with rank specific badge.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie.

:'''Class “B” Uniform'''
:To be worn as daily uniform at shift commander’s discretion.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin” and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* BELT - Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots.
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie. (with long sleeve shirt only)

:'''Class “C” Uniform'''
:To be worn during normal daily operations during business hours.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt or golf shirt clean and in good repair. '''For those individuals with arm tattoos, a long sleeve golf shirt/t-shirt may be required to be worn - to be determined by the Fire Chief.'''
:* PANTS – Department issued navy trousers
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* DUTY BELT - Department issued, Velcro, black, Blackhawk style PS22040-@dF0513. Deputy Chief must approve any other belt.

:'''Class “D” Gym Uniform'''
:To be worn during physical training or after 1700 hours at the shift commander’s discretion. Individuals wearing the Gym uniform will wear a minimum of bunker pants while handling alarms.
:Consist of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt in good repair.
:* SHORTS – Department issued navy gym shorts with department insignia.
:* SHOES – White or Black athletic shoes.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* JUMPSUIT - Department issued, navy blue jumpsuit. To be worn only when Class D uniform is authorized.
:* WINTER WEAR:
:**Winter Jacket - Department issued red and navy blue jacket.
:**Job Shirt - Department issued navy blue job shirt.

'''''Previously issued winter apparel has been discontinued and removed from service. These items of clothing are no longer allowed to be worn.'''''

[[File:uniform1.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Uniforms]]

[[File:uniform2.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket]]

[[File:uniform3.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Lapel]]

[[File:uniform5.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Proper Placement Lapel]]

[[File:Uniform6.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirts]]

[[File:uniform7.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Placement A]]

[[File:uniform8.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Patch]]

[[File:uniform9.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Patch]]

[[File:uniform10.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Hats and Belts]]

[[File:uniform11.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Shoes Pants Ties]]

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Uniforms

2017-03-03T15:47:38Z

Wwatts: /* UNIFORM CLASSIFICATIONS: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.19 Uniforms===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a procedure governing the type, color and style of duty uniforms that will be worn during work hours to ensure that all personnel display a professional, team like appearance.

===PROCEDURE:===
* The Fire Chief shall determine the type, color, and style of department issued uniforms to be worn. The term “in uniform” shall mean attired within the guidelines set forth in this policy.
* When jackets and/or sweatshirts must be worn, they must be department issued and in good repair.
* Individuals that have exposed tattoos on their arms or legs may be required to wear long sleeve shirts and/or pants during all times while in uniform - to be determined by the Fire Chief.
* Department issued baseball caps may be worn with Class “C” and gym uniforms only. It is never acceptable to be wearing a ball cap while in a Class “A” or “B” uniform.
:√ Only department approved baseball caps are allowed to be worn 
:√ MFRD baseball caps are to be kept in good condition 
:√ Worn out or damage caps will not be worn 
:√ MFRD will issue one (1) per calendar year, if budget is approved 
:√ Additional alterations to a baseball cap must be approved by the Fire Chief or his/her representative 
* As part of this policy, it shall be the responsibility of each member to care for department issued uniforms and have all types of uniforms readily available during each duty day.
* If a member has neglected care of a Department issued article of clothing and rendered it unusable, the member may be required to purchase a replacement article by the Chief.
* Department issued uniforms shall not be worn by personnel off-duty unless authorized by Fire Administration.
* There shall be no insignia, stickers or other attachments affixed to department issued gear without the approval of Fire Administration.
* The use of Structural bunker gear on the scene of an EMS medical call is prohibited. Class B, C, or Jumpsuits uniforms shall be worn.

===UNIFORM CLASSIFICATIONS:===
:'''Class “A” Uniform (Parade Dress)'''
:To be worn at Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief discretion during special events.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued long sleeve dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin”, and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter), and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items. See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, collar insignias, years of service pin, and union pin.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* SHOES – Black polish able leather preferred, low cut or shoe style, department approved by the Deputy Fire Chief.
:* SOCKS – Black, Navy Blue, or White – clean and in good repair.
:* T-SHIRT – Plain white t-shirt – clean and in good repair.
:* BELT – Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* JACKET – Navy Dress Jacket with Department issued badge, name tag, rank specific collar insignias and bars on sleeves, and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, and collar insignias.
:* CAP – Dress Cap with rank specific badge.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie.

:'''Class “B” Uniform'''
:To be worn as daily uniform at shift commander’s discretion.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin” and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* BELT - Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots.
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie. (with long sleeve shirt only)

:'''Class “C” Uniform'''
:To be worn during normal daily operations during business hours.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt or golf shirt clean and in good repair. '''For those individuals with arm tattoos, a long sleeve golf shirt/t-shirt may be required to be worn - to be determined by the Fire Chief.'''
:* PANTS – Department issued navy trousers
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* DUTY BELT - Department issued, Velcro, black, Blackhawk style PS22040-@dF0513. Deputy Chief must approve any other belt.

:'''Class “D” Gym Uniform'''
:To be worn during physical training or after 1700 hours at the shift commander’s discretion. Individuals wearing the Gym uniform will wear a minimum of bunker pants while handling alarms.
:Consist of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt in good repair.
:* SHORTS – Department issued navy gym shorts with department insignia.
:* SHOES – White or Black athletic shoes.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* JUMPSUIT - Department issued, navy blue jumpsuit. To be worn only when Class D uniform is authorized.
:* WINTER WEAR:
:**Winter Jacket - Department issued red and navy blue jacket.
:**Job Shirt - Department issued navy blue job shirt.

'''''Previously issued winter apparel has been discontinued and removed from service. These items of clothing are no longer allowed to be worn.'''''

[[File:uniform1.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Uniforms]]

[[File:uniform2.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket]]

[[File:uniform3.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Lapel]]

[[File:uniform5.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Proper Placement Lapel]]

[[File:Uniform6.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirts]]

[[File:uniform7.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Placement A]]

[[File:uniform8.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Patch]]

[[File:uniform9.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Patch]]

[[File:uniform10.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Hats and Belts]]

[[File:uniform11.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Shoes Pants Ties]]

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Uniforms

2017-03-03T15:39:42Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.19 Uniforms===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a procedure governing the type, color and style of duty uniforms that will be worn during work hours to ensure that all personnel display a professional, team like appearance.

===PROCEDURE:===
* The Fire Chief shall determine the type, color, and style of department issued uniforms to be worn. The term “in uniform” shall mean attired within the guidelines set forth in this policy.
* When jackets and/or sweatshirts must be worn, they must be department issued and in good repair.
* Individuals that have exposed tattoos on their arms or legs may be required to wear long sleeve shirts and/or pants during all times while in uniform - to be determined by the Fire Chief.
* Department issued baseball caps may be worn with Class “C” and gym uniforms only. It is never acceptable to be wearing a ball cap while in a Class “A” or “B” uniform.
:√ Only department approved baseball caps are allowed to be worn 
:√ MFRD baseball caps are to be kept in good condition 
:√ Worn out or damage caps will not be worn 
:√ MFRD will issue one (1) per calendar year, if budget is approved 
:√ Additional alterations to a baseball cap must be approved by the Fire Chief or his/her representative 
* As part of this policy, it shall be the responsibility of each member to care for department issued uniforms and have all types of uniforms readily available during each duty day.
* If a member has neglected care of a Department issued article of clothing and rendered it unusable, the member may be required to purchase a replacement article by the Chief.
* Department issued uniforms shall not be worn by personnel off-duty unless authorized by Fire Administration.
* There shall be no insignia, stickers or other attachments affixed to department issued gear without the approval of Fire Administration.
* The use of Structural bunker gear on the scene of an EMS medical call is prohibited. Class B, C, or Jumpsuits uniforms shall be worn.

===UNIFORM CLASSIFICATIONS:===
:'''Class “A” Uniform (Parade Dress)'''
:To be worn at Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief discretion during special events.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued long sleeve dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin”, and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter), and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items. See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, collar insignias, years of service pin, and union pin.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* SHOES – Black polish able leather preferred, low cut or shoe style, department approved by the Deputy Fire Chief.
:* SOCKS – Black, Navy Blue, or White – clean and in good repair.
:* T-SHIRT – Plain white t-shirt – clean and in good repair.
:* BELT – Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* JACKET – Navy Dress Jacket with Department issued badge, name tag, rank specific collar insignias and bars on sleeves, and years of service hash marks (1 for every 4 years of service). See attached diagram for placement of badge, name tag, and collar insignias.
:* CAP – Dress Cap with rank specific badge.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie.

:'''Class “B” Uniform'''
:To be worn as daily uniform at shift commander’s discretion.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued dress shirt with appropriate department and certification patches, nametag, badge, collar insignias, department issued “years of service pin” and union pin (not to be more than 1” in diameter). The Deputy Fire Chief must approve all other items.
:* PANTS – Navy dress trousers, department issued and in good repair.
:* BELT - Black, basket weave or plain, city issued and in good repair. The Deputy Fire Chief must approve alteration of belt buckle.
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots.
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* TIE – Department issued navy tie. (with long sleeve shirt only)

:'''Class “C” Uniform'''
:To be worn during normal daily operations during business hours.
:Consists of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt or golf shirt clean and in good repair.
:* PANTS – Department issued navy trousers
:* SHOES – Department approved black boots
:* SOCKS – Socks with no visible logos or insignias.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* DUTY BELT - Department issued, Velcro, black, Blackhawk style PS22040-@dF0513. Deputy Chief must approve any other belt.

:'''Class “D” Gym Uniform'''
:To be worn during physical training or after 1700 hours at the shift commander’s discretion. Individuals wearing the Gym uniform will wear a minimum of bunker pants while handling alarms.
:Consist of:
:* SHIRT – Department issued T-shirt in good repair.
:* SHORTS – Department issued navy gym shorts with department insignia.
:* SHOES – White or Black athletic shoes.
:* HAT – Department issued navy baseball style cap. (Optional)
:* JUMPSUIT - Department issued, navy blue jumpsuit. To be worn only when Class D uniform is authorized.
:* WINTER WEAR:
:**Winter Jacket - Department issued red and navy blue jacket.
:**Job Shirt - Department issued navy blue job shirt.

'''''Previously issued winter apparel has been discontinued and removed from service. These items of clothing are no longer allowed to be worn.'''''

[[File:uniform1.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Uniforms]]

[[File:uniform2.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket]]

[[File:uniform3.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Lapel]]

[[File:uniform5.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Proper Placement Lapel]]

[[File:Uniform6.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirts]]

[[File:uniform7.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Placement A]]

[[File:uniform8.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Jacket Patch]]

[[File:uniform9.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Dress Shirt Patch]]

[[File:uniform10.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Hats and Belts]]

[[File:uniform11.jpg|800px|thumb|left|Shoes Pants Ties]]

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Main Page

2016-10-14T18:09:57Z

Wwatts: /* 220 EMS */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Oct-16
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Quality Assurance Program

2016-10-14T18:08:54Z

Wwatts: /* Internal Agency Review: */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.14 Quality Assurance Program===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish the review of EMS incident reports and on scene care to identify and continually measure the quality of emergency medical care being provided by Maitland Fire Rescue personnel. It is the intent of these guidelines to meet and/or exceed the requirements of Florida Statute 401 and FAC 64-E (section 8). 

This review will be used to enhance training and Practice Parameter development/revision through the direction of the Medical Director. This process will improve the overall quality of service provided by the Maitland Fire Rescue Department. Maitland Fire/Rescue Department respects the privacy rights of patients as well as all EMS system providers and will to the greatest extent possible; protect individually identifiable information from public disclosure consistent with Federal HIPAA guidelines. This QA plan details the first four phases of the Maitland Fire/Rescue Department’s medical services QA plan:
* Patient Care Report (PCR) documentation standards.
* In-house PCR QA reviews within each provider agency
* EMS Medical Director QA Patient Care Report reviews
* In-house training as follow up to PCR review

===PROCEDURE:===
===Documentation Standards===
Maitland Fire/Rescue Department has developed a minimum documentation standard for over 50 different categories of patient encounters. Each category has specific documentation guidelines to assure complete documentation of the patient’s condition, as well as the treatments provided by the EMS providers. 

A copy of the Maitland Fire/Rescue Department’s QA Documentation Criteria can be found at the end of this document, and is incorporated into the QA plan. Every PCR reviewed by the agency’s EMS representative or EMS Medical Director shall be evaluated based on these standards.
===Patient Care Report Review Standards===
Patient Care Report (PCR) reviews shall be conducted on an on-going basis to provide feedback to the individual providers and the EMS system as a whole. PCR reviews shall be completed internally within Maitland Fire Rescue Department EMS and externally by the EMS Medical Director.

===Internal Agency Review:===
* Maitland Fire/Rescue Department EMS Agency representative (Engineer/OIC/Preceptor – in the absence of the Engineer/OIC/ Preceptor the Lieutenant will be responsible) will conduct reviews on every PCR completed as logged and filed within the agency per calendar shift.
* Maitland Fire/Rescue Department EMS shall also conduct PCR reviews for the following types of patient encounters and present the most critical at the next scheduled Medical Director meeting.
* QA’s are to be completed on all reports from the previous shift by 1700hrs.
* MFRD Lieutenant/OIC shall be responsible for checking the completion of all QA’s monthly to ensure no missing reports. **Cardiac arrest
**Trauma Alert Activated
**Stemi Alert Activated
**Stroke Alert Activated
**Hazmat Alert
**Advanced Airway Intervention
**Pediatric patients
**Refusals

All QA sheets shall be reviewed by the EMS Director/Coordinator (on duty Battalion Chief) and if any discrepancies or deviations from standing protocols are noted the QA sheet will be forwarded to the Fire Chief or her designee and if need be to the Medical Director for review and evaluation. 

The EMS Medical Director will identify specific focus care areas for review each calendar month. Examples could include chest pain, diabetic emergency, allergic reaction, unconscious, refusals, etc. Up to ten (10) PCRs of these call types shall be provided to the Medical Director for review each month.

===Medical Director Review:===
The Medical Director shall review the selected PCRs during the monthly Medical Director meeting and issue a written summary of specific and general findings if deemed necessary. This documentation shall be utilized for the agency to provide additional feedback to the individual providers, as well to address agency wide issues. Medical Director Documentation shall become part of the agency’s QA files.

===Method of Review:===
All in-house PCR reviews shall be documented using the Maitland Fire Rescue Department QA advisement sheet, which is made a part of this program and included at the end of this document. The QA sheet will be completed according
to the QA program guidelines. Once the PCR review is completed, the EMS Agency representative (Engineer/OIC/Preceptor in the absence of the Engineer/OIC/Preceptor the Lieutenant is responsible for the completion) completing the review shall forward the QA sheet and provide feedback to the designated report author, who will then provide, either in person or by written summary, the report findings or corrections made. If trends are noted in patient care or treatment the information gathered in
the QA program will be used to guide company- wide continued education. The individual provider will have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding the review of the care rendered on the call. If a questionable pattern of behavior is identified in an individual provider, the Medical Director or a designee may choose to do direct clinical observation of the care of that provider in the field. Such reviews are not punitive, but aimed at improving the providers care.

===Summary:===
The goal of the EMS QA process is to improve patient care through the use of prospective training on documentation standards, retrospective PCR reviews and direct clinical performance observations by Maitland Fire Rescue Department Emergency Services. The cooperation of all EMS System stakeholders in establishing benchmarks and opportunities for improvement is vital and valuable. Finally, this plan outlines the basic, minimum requirement for EMS QA activities for Maitland Fire Rescue Department EMS. All members are strongly encouraged to exceed the standards identified here to assure the highest quality patient care possible.

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Hospital & Report Procedures

2016-10-14T18:07:22Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===220.04 Hospital & Report Procedures===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish procedures for delivery of the patient to the hospital staff, completion of the Electronic Patient Care Report, when EMS reports are to be completed, and minimizing out of service time after arriving at the hospital.

===PROCEDURE:===
It is the responsibility of crew members to complete a draft of the Maitland Fire Rescue TripTix patient care report and leave a copy at the hospital for each patient. All crew members are required to report the transport mileage to the nearest tenth of a mile in order to meet new Medicare guidelines effective January 1, 2011. They must also obtain a copy of the hospital face sheet for billing purposes. Therefore, the Maitland Fire Rescue Department will utilize the following procedure:
* Once the patient has been turned over to the hospital staff and reports have been given, the attending crew member will complete a draft of the Maitland Fire Rescue TripTix patient care report, leaving a copy at the hospital for the patient’s records.
* When the patient is able to do so, obtain patient’s signature on the electronic Patient Signature Form and in the Patient Signature Box within TripTix. (Refer to SOG 220.05) Also have the hospital representative sign the “Transfer of Care Signature Form.”
* Contact the Emergency Department admitting staff to obtain a copy of the patient’s hospital face sheet, which lists insurance information for the patient.
* If a face sheet is not yet available, obtain an MRI number (medical records number) from hospital staff and make a note of it.
* If the face sheet was not ready, leave a completed copy of the Maitland Fire Rescue Department Request for Patient MRI / Face Sheet with the Emergency Department admitting staff and ask them to fax the information to us when available. Also, check with the Emergency Department admitting staff if the crew returns to the hospital on other calls during the shift.
* If the face sheet is not available and all options have been exhausted to obtain one, complete the billing section of the TripTix Patient Care Report. 
:''Obtaining a face sheet on each patient will eliminate the need to complete the billing section on the TripTix electronic patient care report.''
* Hospital Delays - Obvious Delay - Upon arrival at an ED with an obvious delay (i.e. multiple rescues/ambulances waiting) call the on-duty Battalion Chief immediately. Not an Obvious Delay - Upon a delay in offload make the first call at the 30 minute mark to the on-duty Battalion Chief. Ensure to have the name and contact information of the charge nurse. Battalion Chiefs are to contact the charge nurse to determine an offload timeframe. If offload is determined to be imminent (within 5 mins) the Battalion Chief will advise the crew and follow-up to confirm offload. If the offload is determined to be longer than 5 mins the Battalion Chief will contact the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager to apprise them of the situation. Once the 45 minute mark is achieved the Battalion Chief shall contact the Deputy Fire Chief. The Deputy Chief will contact the Director of Nursing. At the 60 minute mark the Deputy Chief shall contact the Fire Chief for further notifications. The patient may be placed on a green cot if they meet the requirements detailed in Practice Parameter 1.16. The decision to use a green cot shall only be made by a Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief or the Fire Chief.
* Transport mileage on the patient care report must be calculated to tenth of a mile. The transport mileage may be based on start/stop odometer readings noted during transport or may be gained from entering the starting address and ending address in MapQuest.
* A TripTix Patient Care Report is to be generated on all EMS calls in the City of Maitland or Town of Eatonville; this includes but is not limited to – patient assists, auto accidents, dry runs (EMS nature), transports, refusals, no patient found, assist PD (EMS nature), etc…. Furthermore, a report must also be generated during calls for service with other agencies if care is rendered by MFRD personnel. When care is not rendered, the NFIRS report must indicate “No EMS report needed.”
* Upon completion of the call, the attending crew member will complete the following:
*# Computer generated TripTix Patient Care Report;
*# Attach a TripTix/ADPI barcode to any patient related paperwork that was generated but not captured within TripTix. Place an individual barcode on each type of different types of paperwork. This includes EKG tracings, hospital face sheets, patient signature forms, stroke alert forms, cardiac alert forms, etc. Then enter each of these barcodes numbers in the appropriate fields within the TripTix Patient Care Report.
*# Every sheet of paper (i.e. ECG, face sheet, signature form) should include, at a minimum, a bar code and patient’s name.
*# All paperwork pertaining to the same patient shall be paper clipped together and place in an interoffice transport envelope.
*# Interoffice Envelope: At the end of each shift, complete an interoffice transport envelope that includes all bar-coded documents generated for that shift.
*# TripTix Patient Care Reports are to be completed prior to the end of shift. Exceptions to this are to be made on a case by case basis and approved by the on-duty Battalion Chief.
* At the end of each shift, the OIC shall complete the following:
*# Collect any envelopes for the shift.
*# Verify that all reports have been entered into TripTix.
*# Verify that required paperwork has a barcode and patient’s name attached to each related sheet, is paper clipped by patient, and is present in the envelope.
*# The OIC or his/her designee shall log into Intermedix “Supervisor Review” to review and submit to the QA process any completed EMS reports by 2000hrs. EMS reports completed after 2000hrs shall be reviewed by the end of the shift. All reports should have requested corrections made within 72 hours and submitted to Intermedix. At no time should a report be under Supervisor Review for more than 9 days.

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Main Page

2016-09-06T19:36:14Z

Wwatts: /* 110 Rules and Regulations */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
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'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-14
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

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|}

Promotional Requirements

2016-09-06T19:35:42Z

Wwatts: /* Battalion Chief */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.14 Promotional Requirements===

===PURPOSE:===
The purpose of this policy is to set forth minimum requirements for promotion into
higher grades and to define promotional assessment parameters.

===PROCEDURE:===
The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to hold a particular rank level.
* All members participating in the assessments must:
**be medically clear for full duty status on the posted test date
**have an autonomous paramedic status with the department
**have no disciplinary actions within one year of the posted test date*
**meet all the requirements for the posted rank level
**Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. FODA will be held annually during the second week of August unless extreme circumstances (including but not limited to - hurricane/EOC activation, significant staffing shortages) require it to be rescheduled.
***''Disciplinary action of a minor nature, such as, but not limited to, tardiness, rudeness, absenteeism, misuse of time, etc. within 6 months of the posted date may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief.''
* Study information will be provided at least 30 days in advance of the date of testing.
* The study information will include specific version or volume of the books, SOG’s and Policies that will be utilized.
* There will be no make-up tests for any reason.
* After the assessment, a promotional list containing the names of all persons who completed the entire assessment successfully will be kept on file for one year and may be used for additional promotions within the assessed rank.
The list will become effective on the date the Fire Chief promotes a successful candidate.

===RANK LEVELS:===
:ο Battalion Chief 
:ο Lieutenant/Paramedic 
:ο Lieutenant/EMT 
:ο Engineer/Paramedic 
:ο Engineer/EMT 

===Battalion Chief===
'''''Minimum Qualifications'''''
* Bachelors degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution plus five (5) or more years of experience in fire or emergency medical service work, three (3) years of which must have been equivalent to fire lieutenant, or higher.
* Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.
* Candidates testing for the position of Battalion Chief after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer III certification.
* Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment.
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I-200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I- 700) and must hold Florida State Fire Officer I certification 2000 edition. Due to recent changes to officer certification by the State of Florida, the Fire Officer I 2013 edition does not meet the minimum requirements for this position. All candidates must hold Fire Officer II 2013 edition.
* Candidates must have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up time in the Battalion Chief position. (To be achieved after completion of two (2) years as company officer.)

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Written Communications Project
* Tactical Exam
* Interview Panel

Present Battalion Chief written endorsement / competency verification to include:
* Ability to direct others
* Scene Operations
* Administrative Duties
* Knowledge of Resources

===Lt/Paramedic/EMT (Fire Officer I)===
'''''Minimum Qualifications *'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least (3) three years.
* Candidates must hold autonomous Paramedic status, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer II. Candidate must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I-700).
* Candidates must possess a minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution at time of assessment. Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* Candidate must have completed 240 hours of supervised OIC shift and scene management. (To be achieved after satisfactory completion of a Firefighting Tactics I course)
* Those wishing to promote to Lieutenant must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessments associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below.
* The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each.
* A recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
**Knowledge of Policies
**Ability to Direct Others
**Knowledge of Communication Procedures
**Scene Operations
**Administrative Duties
**Logical Thought Process
**Knowledge of Resources
**Delegation Abilities

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Written communications exercise
* Oral presentation

===Engineer/Paramedic or Engineer/EMT===
'''''Minimum Qualification'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least two (2) years, hold autonomous Paramedic status, and hold level of Firefighter II.
* Candidates testing for the position of Engineer after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer I certification.
* Must have completed Company Officer Leadership, Firefighting Tactics I & II, Building Construction, Anti-Terrorism (Individuals who hold a certificate of successful completion for Hazardous Material I prior to August 1, 2003, may substitute this for Anti-Terrorism).
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-700)
* Must have a certificate of successful completion in Engineer training from a department approved training facility.
* Must have satisfactorily functioned as a relief driver for at least six (6) months. Exceptions to minimum relief driver time frame may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* The candidate must complete on the job training consisting of shift and scene management. This training may begin after 1.5 years of employment and satisfactory completion of Firefighting Tactics I, and completion of the Department approved engineer training. On-the-job training must be supervised by a Lieutenant and consist of a minimum of 240 hours.
* Engineer/Paramedic promotions made to individuals lacking the full 240 hours of supervised shift and scene management and the five (5) required courses may be made at the Fire Chief’s discretion. Those wishing to promote to Engineer must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* All other requirements must be complete prior to participating in the assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessment associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below. The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each. A written recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
::ο Knowledge of Policies 
::ο Ability to Direct Others 
::ο Knowledge of Communication Procedures 
::ο Scene Operations 
::ο Administrative Duties 
::ο Logical Thought Process 
::ο Knowledge of Resources 
::ο Delegation Abilities 

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Pump operator written examination
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Pumping exercise

===All Positions===
Due to the fact that test scores do not influence the ranking of candidates, test scores will not be revealed to candidates.

In addition to the aforementioned assessments (Lieutenants and Engineers), a review board will interview the top candidates. The review board will also consider the candidates employment history in their deliberations. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the interview board may consist of the Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, and/or (1) one Battalion Chief or Lieutenant and/or a shift member that currently holds the same position as the one being filled, and/or the Medical Director and/or representatives from other emergency service agencies.

The interview board will forward their recommendation(s) to the interview panel.

A final interview will be held by a panel to consist of three of the following: Fire Chief, HR Manager, other Department Head, and Deputy Fire Chief. In the event there are any conflicts with one of the members of this panel, that person/position shall be excluded from the final interview panel.

The interview panel will be guided by such considerations as the candidate’s ability to positively interact and motivate other members, past work performance and length of tenure in the fire service and the department.

Candidates who are granted an interview with the Fire Chief will remain on a promotional list for (1) one year in no particular ranked order.

The Fire Chief may make subsequent promotions from this list during the effective period. Additional assessments may be conducted as needed.

Scoring of sections may be performed by an impartial (non-city employee) third party.

Specific components of each testing section will be provided by Fire Department Management. Additionally, candidates must attain a minimum of 70% in the written exams and an aggregate score of 70% for the remainder of the assessment categories (excluding interviews).

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Promotional Requirements

2016-09-06T19:35:14Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.14 Promotional Requirements===

===PURPOSE:===
The purpose of this policy is to set forth minimum requirements for promotion into
higher grades and to define promotional assessment parameters.

===PROCEDURE:===
The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to hold a particular rank level.
* All members participating in the assessments must:
**be medically clear for full duty status on the posted test date
**have an autonomous paramedic status with the department
**have no disciplinary actions within one year of the posted test date*
**meet all the requirements for the posted rank level
**Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. FODA will be held annually during the second week of August unless extreme circumstances (including but not limited to - hurricane/EOC activation, significant staffing shortages) require it to be rescheduled.
***''Disciplinary action of a minor nature, such as, but not limited to, tardiness, rudeness, absenteeism, misuse of time, etc. within 6 months of the posted date may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief.''
* Study information will be provided at least 30 days in advance of the date of testing.
* The study information will include specific version or volume of the books, SOG’s and Policies that will be utilized.
* There will be no make-up tests for any reason.
* After the assessment, a promotional list containing the names of all persons who completed the entire assessment successfully will be kept on file for one year and may be used for additional promotions within the assessed rank.
The list will become effective on the date the Fire Chief promotes a successful candidate.

===RANK LEVELS:===
:ο Battalion Chief 
:ο Lieutenant/Paramedic 
:ο Lieutenant/EMT 
:ο Engineer/Paramedic 
:ο Engineer/EMT 

===Battalion Chief===
'''''Minimum Qualifications'''''
* Bachelors degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution plus five (5) or more years of experience in fire or emergency medical service work, three (3) years of which must have been equivalent to fire lieutenant, or higher.
* Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.
* Candidates testing for the position of Battalion Chief after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer III certification.
* Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. Official notice of the date for the FODA will be made no later than 60 days prior, however it is the intent of the department for it to be held the 2nd week of August annually.
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I-200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I- 700) and must hold Florida State Fire Officer I certification 2000 edition. Due to recent changes to officer certification by the State of Florida, the Fire Officer I 2013 edition does not meet the minimum requirements for this position. All candidates must hold Fire Officer II 2013 edition.
* Candidates must have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up time in the Battalion Chief position. (To be achieved after completion of two (2) years as company officer.)

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Written Communications Project
* Tactical Exam
* Interview Panel

Present Battalion Chief written endorsement / competency verification to include:
* Ability to direct others
* Scene Operations
* Administrative Duties
* Knowledge of Resources

===Lt/Paramedic/EMT (Fire Officer I)===
'''''Minimum Qualifications *'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least (3) three years.
* Candidates must hold autonomous Paramedic status, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer II. Candidate must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I-700).
* Candidates must possess a minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution at time of assessment. Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* Candidate must have completed 240 hours of supervised OIC shift and scene management. (To be achieved after satisfactory completion of a Firefighting Tactics I course)
* Those wishing to promote to Lieutenant must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessments associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below.
* The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each.
* A recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
**Knowledge of Policies
**Ability to Direct Others
**Knowledge of Communication Procedures
**Scene Operations
**Administrative Duties
**Logical Thought Process
**Knowledge of Resources
**Delegation Abilities

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Written communications exercise
* Oral presentation

===Engineer/Paramedic or Engineer/EMT===
'''''Minimum Qualification'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least two (2) years, hold autonomous Paramedic status, and hold level of Firefighter II.
* Candidates testing for the position of Engineer after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer I certification.
* Must have completed Company Officer Leadership, Firefighting Tactics I & II, Building Construction, Anti-Terrorism (Individuals who hold a certificate of successful completion for Hazardous Material I prior to August 1, 2003, may substitute this for Anti-Terrorism).
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-700)
* Must have a certificate of successful completion in Engineer training from a department approved training facility.
* Must have satisfactorily functioned as a relief driver for at least six (6) months. Exceptions to minimum relief driver time frame may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* The candidate must complete on the job training consisting of shift and scene management. This training may begin after 1.5 years of employment and satisfactory completion of Firefighting Tactics I, and completion of the Department approved engineer training. On-the-job training must be supervised by a Lieutenant and consist of a minimum of 240 hours.
* Engineer/Paramedic promotions made to individuals lacking the full 240 hours of supervised shift and scene management and the five (5) required courses may be made at the Fire Chief’s discretion. Those wishing to promote to Engineer must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* All other requirements must be complete prior to participating in the assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessment associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below. The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each. A written recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
::ο Knowledge of Policies 
::ο Ability to Direct Others 
::ο Knowledge of Communication Procedures 
::ο Scene Operations 
::ο Administrative Duties 
::ο Logical Thought Process 
::ο Knowledge of Resources 
::ο Delegation Abilities 

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Pump operator written examination
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Pumping exercise

===All Positions===
Due to the fact that test scores do not influence the ranking of candidates, test scores will not be revealed to candidates.

In addition to the aforementioned assessments (Lieutenants and Engineers), a review board will interview the top candidates. The review board will also consider the candidates employment history in their deliberations. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the interview board may consist of the Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, and/or (1) one Battalion Chief or Lieutenant and/or a shift member that currently holds the same position as the one being filled, and/or the Medical Director and/or representatives from other emergency service agencies.

The interview board will forward their recommendation(s) to the interview panel.

A final interview will be held by a panel to consist of three of the following: Fire Chief, HR Manager, other Department Head, and Deputy Fire Chief. In the event there are any conflicts with one of the members of this panel, that person/position shall be excluded from the final interview panel.

The interview panel will be guided by such considerations as the candidate’s ability to positively interact and motivate other members, past work performance and length of tenure in the fire service and the department.

Candidates who are granted an interview with the Fire Chief will remain on a promotional list for (1) one year in no particular ranked order.

The Fire Chief may make subsequent promotions from this list during the effective period. Additional assessments may be conducted as needed.

Scoring of sections may be performed by an impartial (non-city employee) third party.

Specific components of each testing section will be provided by Fire Department Management. Additionally, candidates must attain a minimum of 70% in the written exams and an aggregate score of 70% for the remainder of the assessment categories (excluding interviews).

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

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2016-09-06T19:32:58Z

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==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-14
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Staffing & Overtime

2016-09-06T19:31:56Z

Wwatts: /* Overtime Guidelines */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. Mandatory OT will be avoided at all costs. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining two or more shift members.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made using pager or text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.13) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all efforts using pagers or approved text messaging have been unsuccessful.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) an average of all overtime hours listed in the data base for the existing employees in that rank will be calculated. This number will then be the starting number on the cards for the newly promoted individual. In this manner, overtime offerings for a specific rank are not “skewed” when a person is promoted.

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Staffing & Overtime

2016-09-06T19:31:17Z

Wwatts: /* 110.23 Satffing & Overtime */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.23 Staffing & Overtime===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a baseline directive to maintain an adequate staffing level through the use of overtime assignments. This policy is designed to set forth a scheduling plan to distribute overtime hours fairly.

===PROCEDURE:===
'''Staffing Guidelines'''
* A minimum of eleven (11) personnel is required per shift. Of that 11, one must be a Battalion Chief or qualified ride-up Battalion Chief, one must be a shift Lieutenant or qualified relief Lieutenant, one must be a Paramedic assigned to each rescue vehicle, and one must be an Engineer or relief driver assigned to drive the engine and quint. Whenever possible, attempts should be made to maintain at least one Lieutenant at all times, (avoid two simultaneous ride-ups).
* Shift members are typically scheduled to work 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off duty. The standard shift begins at 0700 and ends at 0700 hours the following day. All shift members, regardless of their schedule, are expected to be present and available during their entire shift.
* Two (2) shift members may be permitted to be on personal leave when the leave does not create overtime.* If one person creates overtime due to staffing circumstances (i.e. only Paramedic on shift), then no other vacation will be approved. Vacation requests will be taken at any time. However, time off will not be officially approved until 60 days prior to the time off. In the event that circumstances change relating to shift staffing (FMLA or W/C absences), then the second person off may be cancelled up to one shift before the scheduled leave date. The first person approved will be granted the time off even if it requires overtime as long as the position can be covered. Mandatory OT will be avoided at all costs. No more than 5 shifts in a 10 shift period will be granted off, inclusive of time trades.

Special circumstances may be approved by Fire Administration.
:'''''&lowast; This was amended to allow a second person off with the understanding that it will not always be possible and at times there may be lengthy periods of time that certain shifts will not enjoy this benefit. All members employed as of July 1, 2010, agree and understand the limitations and unanimously voted to continue the practice even if the benefit will be limited.'''''
* During times where shifts are at minimum staffing due to FMLA or worker’s compensation absence, the B/C will carefully scrutinize new vacations requests (those made after the reduced staffing issue arises). Requests made prior to the event may be honored even if OT is required. Additional leave requests will be reviewed on an individual basis. If the FMLA leave or workers comp will result in minimum staffing for an extended period of time (more than 1 month), then consideration will be given even if OT will result. However, if the expected time will be limited, new leave requests may not be approved if they will result in OT coverage.
* Engineer / Paramedics can be utilized as an OIC, Paramedic, or Engineer.
* Shift members attending training may be re-called to duty (depending on the situation) if the shift falls below minimum staffing.

===40 Hour Shift Reassignment===
* Members may be reassigned to a 40 hour work week to accommodate the needs of the department.
* The schedule will be adjusted so that the member will not lose any pay by being assigned to a 40-hour work week.
* All efforts will be made to prevent a member assigned to a 40-hour work week from working beyond the 40-hour schedule (i.e. shift overtime or returning to their shift for duty).
* In the event that the member is needed for minimum staffing, the hours worked will be considered overtime as long as the member completes the 40 hour work week.
* The member will be compensated at their 56-hour pay rate for those hours worked over the 40 hour period as minimum manning.

===Overtime Guidelines===
* An overtime position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum whenever possible. The position causing the overtime is the one that made the shift fall below minimum.
* When initially offered OT, personnel must either accept or refuse the entire amount of OT offered. If a person is only able to work a portion of the OT that is needed, the Battalion Chief will continue to contact eligible individuals. If no one accepts the entire shift on a voluntary basis, he/she may complete the coverage by combining two or more shift members.
* Overtime is dependent upon the present situation remaining in effect. (I.e. person calling in sick and remaining out for the whole shift.) If the situation that created the OT is no longer in effect the member working the OT will be given the option of working to obtain a minimum of six hours (this only applies when you are originally offered more than six hours overtime). It is the member’s option to remain and complete the six hours or leave when the OT is no longer required.
* The six hour minimum rule does not apply to meetings, special events or when less than six hours OT was offered.
* Overtime will not be paid unless the hours are actually worked.
* Situations requiring overtime that are not covered by this policy are to be approved by, the Deputy Fire Chief or the Fire Chief prior to being offered.
* The Battalion Chief will document hours accepted for OT.
* The Battalion Chiefs are not required to utilize the overtime database when filling a staffing need that is four (4) hours or less or when timing is a factor. This includes, but is not limited to minimum staffing, meetings, public relation events/requests, emergency leave of on duty member, etc.
* The Battalion Chief is responsible for the correct offerings of all overtime regardless of whether or not he or she actually made the offering.
* All overtime offerings other than those made face-to-face will be made using pager or text messages. (Refer to SOG 110.08) The OIC may elect to use telephone methods after all efforts using pagers or approved text messaging have been unsuccessful.
* In no situation is it appropriate for an individual to accept OT knowing that they are unable to fulfill what has been offered.
* All efforts are to be made to restrict overtime usage to essential situations.
* All offers of overtime made to shift members to fill minimum staffing situations in excess of four (4) hours will be recorded on the OT data base. Public Relations/Training exceptions may apply.
* When an individual is promoted (i.e. Engineer/Paramedic to Lieutenant) an average of all overtime hours listed in the data base for the existing employees in that rank will be calculated. This number will then be the starting number on the cards for the newly promoted individual. In this manner, overtime offerings for a specific rank are not “skewed” when a person is promoted.

===Types of Overtime===
'''Non-Mandatory'''
* Used any time an overtime vacancy is created or will need to be scheduled in the near or distant future.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can volunteer to work in any capacity if time worked exceeds 48 continuous hours. A minimum of eight (8) off-duty hours must be taken after working 48 before an individual is eligible for further overtime. (See also the OT Eligibility section, item # 1). *(members shall not work at a part-time job within the 8 hour period prior to their shift) The intent is to provide for a rest period before returning to shift duties.
* When a Battalion Chief determines a need to fill a below minimum staffing position, he/she will utilize the OT computer program to fill the OT. The Battalion Chief will progress through the offerings beginning with the individual’s holding the same rank. The position to be hired should reflect the rank of the staffing need prior to shuffling of positions within the shift. (I.e. If the Battalion Chief needs to fill a paramedic position, the paramedic rotation should be used first. If the need is for a driver, the engineer rotation should be used first. If the need is for an OIC, a Lieutenant is called first). Deviations may be considered to avoid over use of any one particular position (i.e. Autonomous Paramedic when a Non Autonomous Paramedic is all that is needed to meet minimum staffing).
* Those individuals accepting normal overtime have one (1) hour from the time of call to report to duty. It is the discretion of the OIC to exceed the (1) hour rule as necessary depending on circumstances.
* Members shall not be permitted to work more than (2) two 48 hour shifts in a row except in rare and unforeseen circumstances. This shall include OT and timetrades. The Battalion Chief shall evaluate the situation and make decisions
based on individual circumstances.

'''Mandatory'''
* Used when the duty shift will be below minimum staffing requirements and all “non-mandatory” efforts to replace the vacancy have been exhausted.
* This position will be filled by the rank that caused the shift to go below minimum requirements, ex: If a Lieutenant creates the vacancy below minimum, a Lieutenant will be mandatoried to fill the need; if a Paramedic creates the vacancy, a Paramedic will be mandatoried. The person having the least amount of accrued hours within that position would be called first. The first person contacted is to be mandatoried. A holdover (also a mandatory situation) may be necessary until the primary individual arrives. *If a shift member is on vacation from the shift that is requiring OT that person will be contacted and required to return to duty before mandatory OT will be initiated if possible. (This may not be possible if the member is out of the area and travel time is extensive)
* Those who are off duty and are mandatoried to report to duty have up to two (2) hours to report to duty.
* In the interest of safety and to prevent firefighter fatigue, no person can be mandatoried to work if the duty shift will make the employee work more than 48 hours at one time (see also the OT Eligibility section, item a.) This may be unavoidable, but must be approved by the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief if implemented.
* Because mandatory overtime is an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is mandatoried will not have their position on the overtime roster adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* Employees that have been mandatoried shall have a special entry on his or her OT card made to document the date and the hours of the mandatory overtime. It shall not, however, be counted as overtime hours worked or refused unless the member requests the hours to be added. All efforts should be made to avoid having to mandatory an individual within the same year if at all possible. The exception to this would be in the instance in which the same individual was needed to facilitate a mandatory holdover or no other members can be contacted and required to return to duty.

'''Hold Over'''
* Used as a form of mandatory overtime when a vacancy below minimum requirements is created when an oncoming shift member is unable to report to duty for whatever reason.
* The person filling the position for which the vacancy is created is required to remain until the replacement person arrives. This will be a rank for rank requirement, ex. If a paramedic creates the vacancy, a paramedic is required to remain.
* The person responsible for remaining can elect to give the holdover overtime to another person willing to stay as long as it does not adversely affect minimum staffing levels and it is approved by the Battalion Chief.
* Because the holdover is a form of mandatory overtime and an inconvenience to the person held, any person who is required to hold over will not have their position on the overtime cards adjusted unless they request otherwise.
* If someone is already committed to working overtime for the department in another capacity, the Battalion Chief must evaluate the commitment and if necessary, move to the next person on the list (i.e. CPR class, etc.).

'''Special Detail'''
* For special events, members will be paid a minimum of 3 hours at the special detail rate.

'''OT Eligibility'''
* Employees working a 24/48-hour schedule are eligible to work overtime during all hours other than their normally assigned shift as long as 48 hours are not exceeded without a period of eight (8) hours off the clock. Any break in working 48 straight hours must be sufficient to allow for adequate rest before it can be considered that the 48 hours of work does not apply. Example – a one or two hour break taken in the middle of working two back-to-back 24 hour shifts does not negate the need for an eight (8) hour break at the end of the two shifts.
* No employee shall be eligible to work overtime hours in any capacity during a pay period when a Suspension from Duty or within 30 days of any disciplinary action issued pursuant to department/City guidelines unless approved otherwise by the Chief of the Department due to unforeseen circumstances.

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Main Page

2016-09-06T19:30:28Z

Wwatts: /* 210 Fire Suppression */

==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Sept-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-14
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

Respiratory Protection Plan

2016-09-06T19:29:49Z

Wwatts: /* RESPONSIBILITIES: */

==Section 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS==
===210.08 Respiratory Protection Plan===

===PURPOSE:===
To establish a procedure to prevent injury as a result of acute or chronic exposure to airborne toxic substances or other respiratory hazards such as oxygen deficient atmospheres, superheated gases, toxic products or other hazardous contaminants. 

To provide guidelines for maintenance and use of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). 

To comply with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134.

===PROCEDURE:===
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus is defined as Positive Pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
These procedures apply to all personnel identified as a user of any Respiratory Protective Unit (S.C.B.A.).

====Inspections====
* Users are responsible for the Daily Inspection of their assigned respirator.
* Regular inspection and maintenance of respirators in accordance with the manufacture’s instructions will ensure that these respirators, when properly used, will give the wearer the best possible protection.
* Inspections shall include but are not limited to:
**Check regulator, heads up display lights, and low-air alarm for proper operation
**Check tightness of connections
**Check condition of the face piece and harness assembly, including straps, shoulder and waist assemblies for tears, frays, and deficiencies.
**Check HYDRO test date on cylinder.
**Hydro testing shall be conducted every five years
**Check cylinder pressure
**Check the condition of the cylinders to ensure that it free from obvious cracks, heat discoloration, or deformities.
* If during the inspections any unit is found to be unserviceable, the deficiency will be noted on the red “O.O.S tags” and (placed out of service).
**A “Track-it” work order and “O.O.S TAG” shall be completed. The red O.O.S tag will accompany the out-of-service unit to the SCBA repair area. The work order will be mailed to the head SCBA service member via inter office mail. An Email will be sent to the email group "SCBA Repair Team" advising them of the needed repairs.

====Maintenance====
* All respirator repair i.e., replacement of lens, batteries, hoses, shoulder harness, cylinder hydrostatic tests, regulator, and all other related repairs are handled by an SCBA Technician Only.

====Cleaning Instructions for SCBA’s====

'''**** DO NOT USE BLEACH ****'''
* Acceptable cleaning procedure is as follows:
**Using a cleaner/sanitizer, create a warm water solution of no more that 120 degrees F
**One may use a mild dish detergent in place of a commercial cleaner/sanitizer.
**Immerse the mask in the solution and wash
**Rinse the assembly with clean, warm water
**Drain all water and air-dry the assembly
**Hand wipe the assembly, valve and other parts with damp cloth as needed to remove residue and all foreign materials
* No other cleaning agents or chemicals are to be used on the SCBA mask, including but not limited to bleach, windex, Rain X, etc.

====Storage of Respirator====
* After cleaning and inspection all SCBA units will be stored to protect against dust, sunlight, heat, extreme cold, excessive moisture or damaging chemicals.

====Medical Examinations====
* Shall be done on an annual basis with specific emphasis on respiratory protection.

====Training====
* All training will be conducted in accordance with the MFRD Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Training PowerPoint, NFPA Standards 4201-4204.

===RESPONSIBILITIES:===
* SCBA’s will be worn whenever the presence or possibility of contaminated (toxic) atmospheres.
* All personnel that are expected to, or likely to, respond to and function in areas of atmospheric contamination shall be equipped with and trained in the proper use and maintenance of SCBA’s.
* Personnel shall thoroughly check the SCBA at the start of his/her duty tour to ensure its full serviceability. Each member shall be accountable for his or her personal facemask and assigned SCBA.
* If a SCBA is found to be functioning improperly it shall be taken Out Of Service, “Tagged O.O.S” and reported to the Company Officer. Company Officers will be responsible for completing a “Track-it” work order to the SCBA Team for repair and/or replacement.
* SCBA’s shall be worn by all personnel operating at fire incidents above ground, below ground or in any other area which is not, but which may become, contaminated by products of combustion or other hazardous substances. In these circumstances only, the SCBA may be worn with the face piece and/or mask regulator removed. The wearing of the SCBA in this fashion provides for a state of readiness in case circumstances rapidly deteriorate.
* SCBA’s shall not be prematurely removed.
* SCBA’s shall not be removed until the atmosphere has been determined to be safe utilizing two gas monitors. A safe atmosphere following a structure fire is determined by the following parameters.
*#CO = less than 35 ppm
*#O2 = greater than 19.5%
*#Authorization for the removal of the SCBA shall only be by Order of the Incident Commander (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134)
* All personnel are responsible for proper donning and use of functioning SCBA’s.
* In accordance with OSHA 1910.134, Section K, annual training must be conducted and documented on the proper use and donning of SCBA equipment.
* All personnel must complete an annual respiratory fit test in accordance with OSHA 1910.134.

====Proper Seal of the SCBA Mask====
* No hair of any kind shall interfere with the proper and safe donning and seal of the SCBA mask.

[[Category:Fire Operations - Fire Suppression]]

Promotional Requirements

2016-07-22T21:04:20Z

Wwatts: /* PROCEDURE: */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.14 Promotional Requirements===

===PURPOSE:===
The purpose of this policy is to set forth minimum requirements for promotion into
higher grades and to define promotional assessment parameters.

===PROCEDURE:===
The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to hold a particular rank level.
* All members participating in the assessments must:
**be medically clear for full duty status on the posted test date
**have an autonomous paramedic status with the department
**have no disciplinary actions within one year of the posted test date*
**meet all the requirements for the posted rank level
**Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. Official notice of the date for the FODA will be made no later than 60 days prior, however it is the intent of the department for it to be held the 2nd week of August annually.
***''Disciplinary action of a minor nature, such as, but not limited to, tardiness, rudeness, absenteeism, misuse of time, etc. within 6 months of the posted date may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief.''
* Study information will be provided at least 30 days in advance of the date of testing.
* The study information will include specific version or volume of the books, SOG’s and Policies that will be utilized.
* There will be no make-up tests for any reason.
* After the assessment, a promotional list containing the names of all persons who completed the entire assessment successfully will be kept on file for one year and may be used for additional promotions within the assessed rank.
The list will become effective on the date the Fire Chief promotes a successful candidate.

===RANK LEVELS:===
:ο Battalion Chief 
:ο Lieutenant/Paramedic 
:ο Lieutenant/EMT 
:ο Engineer/Paramedic 
:ο Engineer/EMT 

===Battalion Chief===
'''''Minimum Qualifications'''''
* Bachelors degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution plus five (5) or more years of experience in fire or emergency medical service work, three (3) years of which must have been equivalent to fire lieutenant, or higher.
* Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.
* Candidates testing for the position of Battalion Chief after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer III certification.
* Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. Official notice of the date for the FODA will be made no later than 60 days prior, however it is the intent of the department for it to be held the 2nd week of August annually.
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I-200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I- 700) and must hold Florida State Fire Officer I certification 2000 edition. Due to recent changes to officer certification by the State of Florida, the Fire Officer I 2013 edition does not meet the minimum requirements for this position. All candidates must hold Fire Officer II 2013 edition.
* Candidates must have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up time in the Battalion Chief position. (To be achieved after completion of two (2) years as company officer.)

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Written Communications Project
* Tactical Exam
* Interview Panel

Present Battalion Chief written endorsement / competency verification to include:
* Ability to direct others
* Scene Operations
* Administrative Duties
* Knowledge of Resources

===Lt/Paramedic/EMT (Fire Officer I)===
'''''Minimum Qualifications *'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least (3) three years.
* Candidates must hold autonomous Paramedic status, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer II. Candidate must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I-700).
* Candidates must possess a minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution at time of assessment. Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* Candidate must have completed 240 hours of supervised OIC shift and scene management. (To be achieved after satisfactory completion of a Firefighting Tactics I course)
* Those wishing to promote to Lieutenant must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessments associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below.
* The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each.
* A recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
**Knowledge of Policies
**Ability to Direct Others
**Knowledge of Communication Procedures
**Scene Operations
**Administrative Duties
**Logical Thought Process
**Knowledge of Resources
**Delegation Abilities

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Written communications exercise
* Oral presentation

===Engineer/Paramedic or Engineer/EMT===
'''''Minimum Qualification'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least two (2) years, hold autonomous Paramedic status, and hold level of Firefighter II.
* Candidates testing for the position of Engineer after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer I certification.
* Must have completed Company Officer Leadership, Firefighting Tactics I & II, Building Construction, Anti-Terrorism (Individuals who hold a certificate of successful completion for Hazardous Material I prior to August 1, 2003, may substitute this for Anti-Terrorism).
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-700)
* Must have a certificate of successful completion in Engineer training from a department approved training facility.
* Must have satisfactorily functioned as a relief driver for at least six (6) months. Exceptions to minimum relief driver time frame may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* The candidate must complete on the job training consisting of shift and scene management. This training may begin after 1.5 years of employment and satisfactory completion of Firefighting Tactics I, and completion of the Department approved engineer training. On-the-job training must be supervised by a Lieutenant and consist of a minimum of 240 hours.
* Engineer/Paramedic promotions made to individuals lacking the full 240 hours of supervised shift and scene management and the five (5) required courses may be made at the Fire Chief’s discretion. Those wishing to promote to Engineer must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* All other requirements must be complete prior to participating in the assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessment associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below. The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each. A written recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
::ο Knowledge of Policies 
::ο Ability to Direct Others 
::ο Knowledge of Communication Procedures 
::ο Scene Operations 
::ο Administrative Duties 
::ο Logical Thought Process 
::ο Knowledge of Resources 
::ο Delegation Abilities 

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Pump operator written examination
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Pumping exercise

===All Positions===
Due to the fact that test scores do not influence the ranking of candidates, test scores will not be revealed to candidates.

In addition to the aforementioned assessments (Lieutenants and Engineers), a review board will interview the top candidates. The review board will also consider the candidates employment history in their deliberations. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the interview board may consist of the Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, and/or (1) one Battalion Chief or Lieutenant and/or a shift member that currently holds the same position as the one being filled, and/or the Medical Director and/or representatives from other emergency service agencies.

The interview board will forward their recommendation(s) to the interview panel.

A final interview will be held by a panel to consist of three of the following: Fire Chief, HR Manager, other Department Head, and Deputy Fire Chief. In the event there are any conflicts with one of the members of this panel, that person/position shall be excluded from the final interview panel.

The interview panel will be guided by such considerations as the candidate’s ability to positively interact and motivate other members, past work performance and length of tenure in the fire service and the department.

Candidates who are granted an interview with the Fire Chief will remain on a promotional list for (1) one year in no particular ranked order.

The Fire Chief may make subsequent promotions from this list during the effective period. Additional assessments may be conducted as needed.

Scoring of sections may be performed by an impartial (non-city employee) third party.

Specific components of each testing section will be provided by Fire Department Management. Additionally, candidates must attain a minimum of 70% in the written exams and an aggregate score of 70% for the remainder of the assessment categories (excluding interviews).

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Promotional Requirements

2016-07-22T21:03:43Z

Wwatts: /* Battalion Chief */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.14 Promotional Requirements===

===PURPOSE:===
The purpose of this policy is to set forth minimum requirements for promotion into
higher grades and to define promotional assessment parameters.

===PROCEDURE:===
The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to hold a particular rank level.
* All members participating in the assessments must:
**be medically clear for full duty status on the posted test date
**have an autonomous paramedic status with the department
**have no disciplinary actions within one year of the posted test date*
**meet all the requirements for the posted rank level
***''Disciplinary action of a minor nature, such as, but not limited to, tardiness, rudeness, absenteeism, misuse of time, etc. within 6 months of the posted date may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief.''
* Study information will be provided at least 30 days in advance of the date of testing.
* The study information will include specific version or volume of the books, SOG’s and Policies that will be utilized.
* There will be no make-up tests for any reason.
* After the assessment, a promotional list containing the names of all persons who completed the entire assessment successfully will be kept on file for one year and may be used for additional promotions within the assessed rank.
The list will become effective on the date the Fire Chief promotes a successful candidate.

===RANK LEVELS:===
:ο Battalion Chief 
:ο Lieutenant/Paramedic 
:ο Lieutenant/EMT 
:ο Engineer/Paramedic 
:ο Engineer/EMT 

===Battalion Chief===
'''''Minimum Qualifications'''''
* Bachelors degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution plus five (5) or more years of experience in fire or emergency medical service work, three (3) years of which must have been equivalent to fire lieutenant, or higher.
* Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.
* Candidates testing for the position of Battalion Chief after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer III certification.
* Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy (FODA) prior to assessment. Official notice of the date for the FODA will be made no later than 60 days prior, however it is the intent of the department for it to be held the 2nd week of August annually.
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I-200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I- 700) and must hold Florida State Fire Officer I certification 2000 edition. Due to recent changes to officer certification by the State of Florida, the Fire Officer I 2013 edition does not meet the minimum requirements for this position. All candidates must hold Fire Officer II 2013 edition.
* Candidates must have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up time in the Battalion Chief position. (To be achieved after completion of two (2) years as company officer.)

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Written Communications Project
* Tactical Exam
* Interview Panel

Present Battalion Chief written endorsement / competency verification to include:
* Ability to direct others
* Scene Operations
* Administrative Duties
* Knowledge of Resources

===Lt/Paramedic/EMT (Fire Officer I)===
'''''Minimum Qualifications *'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least (3) three years.
* Candidates must hold autonomous Paramedic status, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer II. Candidate must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I-700).
* Candidates must possess a minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution at time of assessment. Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* Candidate must have completed 240 hours of supervised OIC shift and scene management. (To be achieved after satisfactory completion of a Firefighting Tactics I course)
* Those wishing to promote to Lieutenant must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessments associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below.
* The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each.
* A recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
**Knowledge of Policies
**Ability to Direct Others
**Knowledge of Communication Procedures
**Scene Operations
**Administrative Duties
**Logical Thought Process
**Knowledge of Resources
**Delegation Abilities

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Written communications exercise
* Oral presentation

===Engineer/Paramedic or Engineer/EMT===
'''''Minimum Qualification'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least two (2) years, hold autonomous Paramedic status, and hold level of Firefighter II.
* Candidates testing for the position of Engineer after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer I certification.
* Must have completed Company Officer Leadership, Firefighting Tactics I & II, Building Construction, Anti-Terrorism (Individuals who hold a certificate of successful completion for Hazardous Material I prior to August 1, 2003, may substitute this for Anti-Terrorism).
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-700)
* Must have a certificate of successful completion in Engineer training from a department approved training facility.
* Must have satisfactorily functioned as a relief driver for at least six (6) months. Exceptions to minimum relief driver time frame may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* The candidate must complete on the job training consisting of shift and scene management. This training may begin after 1.5 years of employment and satisfactory completion of Firefighting Tactics I, and completion of the Department approved engineer training. On-the-job training must be supervised by a Lieutenant and consist of a minimum of 240 hours.
* Engineer/Paramedic promotions made to individuals lacking the full 240 hours of supervised shift and scene management and the five (5) required courses may be made at the Fire Chief’s discretion. Those wishing to promote to Engineer must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* All other requirements must be complete prior to participating in the assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessment associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below. The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each. A written recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
::ο Knowledge of Policies 
::ο Ability to Direct Others 
::ο Knowledge of Communication Procedures 
::ο Scene Operations 
::ο Administrative Duties 
::ο Logical Thought Process 
::ο Knowledge of Resources 
::ο Delegation Abilities 

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Pump operator written examination
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Pumping exercise

===All Positions===
Due to the fact that test scores do not influence the ranking of candidates, test scores will not be revealed to candidates.

In addition to the aforementioned assessments (Lieutenants and Engineers), a review board will interview the top candidates. The review board will also consider the candidates employment history in their deliberations. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the interview board may consist of the Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, and/or (1) one Battalion Chief or Lieutenant and/or a shift member that currently holds the same position as the one being filled, and/or the Medical Director and/or representatives from other emergency service agencies.

The interview board will forward their recommendation(s) to the interview panel.

A final interview will be held by a panel to consist of three of the following: Fire Chief, HR Manager, other Department Head, and Deputy Fire Chief. In the event there are any conflicts with one of the members of this panel, that person/position shall be excluded from the final interview panel.

The interview panel will be guided by such considerations as the candidate’s ability to positively interact and motivate other members, past work performance and length of tenure in the fire service and the department.

Candidates who are granted an interview with the Fire Chief will remain on a promotional list for (1) one year in no particular ranked order.

The Fire Chief may make subsequent promotions from this list during the effective period. Additional assessments may be conducted as needed.

Scoring of sections may be performed by an impartial (non-city employee) third party.

Specific components of each testing section will be provided by Fire Department Management. Additionally, candidates must attain a minimum of 70% in the written exams and an aggregate score of 70% for the remainder of the assessment categories (excluding interviews).

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

Promotional Requirements

2016-07-22T20:54:47Z

Wwatts: /* Battalion Chief */

==Section 1 - ADMINISTRATIVE==
===110.14 Promotional Requirements===

===PURPOSE:===
The purpose of this policy is to set forth minimum requirements for promotion into
higher grades and to define promotional assessment parameters.

===PROCEDURE:===
The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements necessary to hold a particular rank level.
* All members participating in the assessments must:
**be medically clear for full duty status on the posted test date
**have an autonomous paramedic status with the department
**have no disciplinary actions within one year of the posted test date*
**meet all the requirements for the posted rank level
***''Disciplinary action of a minor nature, such as, but not limited to, tardiness, rudeness, absenteeism, misuse of time, etc. within 6 months of the posted date may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief.''
* Study information will be provided at least 30 days in advance of the date of testing.
* The study information will include specific version or volume of the books, SOG’s and Policies that will be utilized.
* There will be no make-up tests for any reason.
* After the assessment, a promotional list containing the names of all persons who completed the entire assessment successfully will be kept on file for one year and may be used for additional promotions within the assessed rank.
The list will become effective on the date the Fire Chief promotes a successful candidate.

===RANK LEVELS:===
:ο Battalion Chief 
:ο Lieutenant/Paramedic 
:ο Lieutenant/EMT 
:ο Engineer/Paramedic 
:ο Engineer/EMT 

===Battalion Chief===
'''''Minimum Qualifications'''''
* Bachelors degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field, from an accredited institution plus five (5) or more years of experience in fire or emergency medical service work, three (3) years of which must have been equivalent to fire lieutenant, or higher.
* Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.
* Candidates testing for the position of Battalion Chief after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer III certification.
* Mandatory attendance at the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment. To be held in August annually.
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I-200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I- 700) and must hold Florida State Fire Officer I certification 2000 edition. Due to recent changes to officer certification by the State of Florida, the Fire Officer I 2013 edition does not meet the minimum requirements for this position. All candidates must hold Fire Officer II 2013 edition.
* Candidates must have completed 240 hours of supervised ride up time in the Battalion Chief position. (To be achieved after completion of two (2) years as company officer.)

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Written Communications Project
* Tactical Exam
* Interview Panel

Present Battalion Chief written endorsement / competency verification to include:
* Ability to direct others
* Scene Operations
* Administrative Duties
* Knowledge of Resources

===Lt/Paramedic/EMT (Fire Officer I)===
'''''Minimum Qualifications *'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least (3) three years.
* Candidates must hold autonomous Paramedic status, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer II. Candidate must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-400, I-700).
* Candidates must possess a minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution at time of assessment. Exceptions to degree requirements may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* Candidate must have completed 240 hours of supervised OIC shift and scene management. (To be achieved after satisfactory completion of a Firefighting Tactics I course)
* Those wishing to promote to Lieutenant must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessments associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below.
* The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each.
* A recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
**Knowledge of Policies
**Ability to Direct Others
**Knowledge of Communication Procedures
**Scene Operations
**Administrative Duties
**Logical Thought Process
**Knowledge of Resources
**Delegation Abilities

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Written communications exercise
* Oral presentation

===Engineer/Paramedic or Engineer/EMT===
'''''Minimum Qualification'''''
* Must be employed by Maitland Fire Rescue at least two (2) years, hold autonomous Paramedic status, and hold level of Firefighter II.
* Candidates testing for the position of Engineer after January 1, 2019 must have Florida Fire Officer I certification.
* Must have completed Company Officer Leadership, Firefighting Tactics I & II, Building Construction, Anti-Terrorism (Individuals who hold a certificate of successful completion for Hazardous Material I prior to August 1, 2003, may substitute this for Anti-Terrorism).
* Candidates must have the following ICS training (I-100, I200 or I-220, I-300, I-700)
* Must have a certificate of successful completion in Engineer training from a department approved training facility.
* Must have satisfactorily functioned as a relief driver for at least six (6) months. Exceptions to minimum relief driver time frame may be made on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief.
* The candidate must complete on the job training consisting of shift and scene management. This training may begin after 1.5 years of employment and satisfactory completion of Firefighting Tactics I, and completion of the Department approved engineer training. On-the-job training must be supervised by a Lieutenant and consist of a minimum of 240 hours.
* Engineer/Paramedic promotions made to individuals lacking the full 240 hours of supervised shift and scene management and the five (5) required courses may be made at the Fire Chief’s discretion. Those wishing to promote to Engineer must have attended the most recent Fire Officer Development Academy prior to assessment.
* All other requirements must be complete prior to participating in the assessment.
* To be eligible to participate in the assessment associated with the above position, each candidate must be competent in the eight areas listed below. The appropriate supervisor must prepare a document which cites positive examples of each. A written recommendation of competency by the supervisor will serve to meet this requirement.
::ο Knowledge of Policies 
::ο Ability to Direct Others 
::ο Knowledge of Communication Procedures 
::ο Scene Operations 
::ο Administrative Duties 
::ο Logical Thought Process 
::ο Knowledge of Resources 
::ο Delegation Abilities 

'''''Assessment Process'''''
* Pump operator written examination
* Tactical exercise
* Coaching/counseling exercise
* Pumping exercise

===All Positions===
Due to the fact that test scores do not influence the ranking of candidates, test scores will not be revealed to candidates.

In addition to the aforementioned assessments (Lieutenants and Engineers), a review board will interview the top candidates. The review board will also consider the candidates employment history in their deliberations. At the discretion of the Fire Chief, the interview board may consist of the Deputy Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, and/or (1) one Battalion Chief or Lieutenant and/or a shift member that currently holds the same position as the one being filled, and/or the Medical Director and/or representatives from other emergency service agencies.

The interview board will forward their recommendation(s) to the interview panel.

A final interview will be held by a panel to consist of three of the following: Fire Chief, HR Manager, other Department Head, and Deputy Fire Chief. In the event there are any conflicts with one of the members of this panel, that person/position shall be excluded from the final interview panel.

The interview panel will be guided by such considerations as the candidate’s ability to positively interact and motivate other members, past work performance and length of tenure in the fire service and the department.

Candidates who are granted an interview with the Fire Chief will remain on a promotional list for (1) one year in no particular ranked order.

The Fire Chief may make subsequent promotions from this list during the effective period. Additional assessments may be conducted as needed.

Scoring of sections may be performed by an impartial (non-city employee) third party.

Specific components of each testing section will be provided by Fire Department Management. Additionally, candidates must attain a minimum of 70% in the written exams and an aggregate score of 70% for the remainder of the assessment categories (excluding interviews).

[[Category:Rules and Regulations]]

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==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
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'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on July 20, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-14
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}

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==Table of Contents==

'''Kimberly Neisler, Fire Chief, has reviewed and approved these Standard Operating Guidelines effective August 1, 2016''' 
'''[[File:Header.jpg]]'''

'''Annual review of all Standard Operating Guidelines occurred on August 1, 2016'''

==Section 1 - Administrative Policies==

===110 Rules and Regulations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 110.01 || [[Incident Command]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.02 || [[Criteria for Chief Officer Notification]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.03 || [[Critical Incident Stress Debriefings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.04 || [[Public Information and Media Contact]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.05 || [[Red Flag Rules]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.06|| [[City Employee Injuries]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.07|| [[Conduct in the Fire Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.08|| [[Code of Conduct]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.09|| [[Station Security]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.10|| [[Personal Visits & Phone Calls]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.11|| [[Receiving and Disbursement of Packages/Shipments]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.12|| [[Time Trades]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.13|| [[Personal Telecommunication Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.14|| [[Promotional Requirements]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.15|| [[Sick & Personal Leave]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.16|| [[Requesting Shift Reassignment]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.17|| [[Smoking / Tobacco Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.18|| [[Reclassification to Paramedic Grade Levels]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.19|| [[Uniforms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.20|| [[Tattoos and Body Art]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.21|| [[Commendation / Service Awards]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.22|| [[Personnel Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.23|| [[Staffing & Overtime]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.24|| [[Procurement Card Usage]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.25|| [[Financial Administration]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.26|| [[Fire Department Budget Preparation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.27|| [[Honor Guard]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.28|| [[Ride Alongs]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|-
| 110.29|| [[Funerals / LODD (OPS)]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 110.30|| [[Firefighter Injury Notification]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.31|| [[Donations/Contributions]]|| Apr-15 || Aug-16
|-
| 110.32|| [[Records Retention]]|| Apr-15 ||
|}

===130 Training and Safety===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 130.01 || [[Member Development Program]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.02 || [[New Member Orientation Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-15
|-
| 130.03 || [[Medical Director Meetings]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.04 || [[Occupational Health & Safety Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.05 || [[Physical Fitness Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.06|| [[Traffic Safety Vests]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.07|| [[Vehicle Placement for Safety]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.08|| [[Post Incident Analysis (PIA)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 130.09|| [[Near Miss Training/Reporting]]|| July-10 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.10|| [[Rope Training]]|| Apr-13 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.11|| [[Single Gas Monitors, Training and Safety]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 130.12|| [[Bunker Gear Selection, Inspection and Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 130.13|| [[Field Internship Training (FIT) Program]]|| Aug-15 ||
|}
 

==Section 2 - Emergency Operations==

===210 Fire Suppression===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 210.01 || [[General Fire Suppression Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.02 || [[High Rise Structural Fire Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.03 || [[Vehicle Fires]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.04 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams/Calling the MAYDAY]] || Mar-13 ||
|-
| 210.05 || [[Use of Available / Alternative Water Supplies]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.06|| [[Response to Automatic Fire Alarms]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.07|| [[Personnel Accountability System Usage]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.08|| [[Respiratory Protection Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 210.09|| [[NFIRS Incident Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.10|| [[Incident Photos, Recordings & Personal Camera Use]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.11|| [[Traffic Cones]]|| May-11 || Nov-13
|-
| 210.12 || [[Rapid Intervention Teams (RIT) (OPS)]] || Apr-13
|}

===220 EMS===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 220.01 || [[General EMS Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.02 || [[Medication/Fluid Storage & Security]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.03 || [[Equipment Retrieval]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.04 || [[Hospital & Report Procedures]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 220.05 || [[Patient Signature Form]] || July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.06|| [[Non-Emergency Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.07|| [[Infection Control Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.08|| [[Blood Collection Requests for Law Enforcement]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.09|| [[Electronic Patient Care Reports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.10|| [[Patient Care Report Access, Security & Disclosure]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.11|| [[Patient Request for Protected Patient Health Information]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.12|| [[Medical Records of Employees]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.13|| [[HIPAA Forms]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.14|| [[Quality Assurance Program]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-14
|-
| 220.15|| [[Abandoned Newborn]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.16|| [[Citizen Sharps Containers]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.17|| [[Patient Transports]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.18|| [[Multi-Casualty Incident (MCI) Response]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.19|| [[Hazardous Materials Alert (OPS)]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.20|| [[Apparatus Security]]|| July-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.21|| [[Critical Failure Reporting]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.22|| [[Customer Complaint]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.23|| [[Handling Patients’ Belongings or Assistive Devices]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.24|| [[Public Safety]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.25|| [[EMS Performance Measures]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.26|| [[Rehabilitation]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.27|| [[Safe Restraint & Transport of Children in Emergency Vehicles]]|| Jan-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 220.28|| [[Medication Delivery]]|| May-12 || Nov-13
|}

===230 Special Operations===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 230.01 || [[Marine Rescue Operations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.02 || [[Elevator Emergencies]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.03 || [[Technical Rescue Response]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.04 || [[Response to Weapons of Mass Destruction]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.05 || [[Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.06|| [[Emergency Management / Disaster Response Plan]]|| Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.07|| [[Response to Suspected Clandestine Drug Labs]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 230.08|| [[SunRail Emergencies]]|| Nov-14 ||
|-
| 230.09|| [[Helicopter Request (OPS)]]|| May-14 ||
|-
| 230.10|| [[Vehicle Extrication]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 230.11|| [[Live Burn Training]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

===240 Communications===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 240.01 || [[Radio Communications]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 240.02 || [[Automatic / Mutual Aid Responses]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.03 || [[Challenging Calls for Service]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.04 || [[Emergency Call Button Activation]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.05 || [[Emergency Calls Received at the Station]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 240.06|| [[Dispatch for Potentially Violent Situations]]|| Apr-13 ||
|}

===250 Facilities and Equipment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 250.01 || [[Vehicle Operations]] || Aug-08 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.02 || [[Apparatus Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.03 || [[Inventory of Tools & Equipment]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.04 || [[Engine Retarding Systems]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.05 || [[Dry Hydrant / Manifold Ops]] || Jul-10 || Nov-13
|-
| 250.06|| [[SCBA Repair & Maintenance]]|| Nov-14 || Aug-16
|-
| 250.07|| [[Aero Clave Portable Decontamination Unit]]|| Apr-15 ||
|-
| 250.08|| [[Fire Station Maintenance/Inspections]]|| Aug-16 ||
|}

==Section 3 - Fire Prevention==

===310 Public Education===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 310.01 || [[Request for Public Education]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===320 Fire Investigation===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 320.01 || [[Fire Investigations]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===330 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 330.01 || [[Fire Inspection Program]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===340 Water Supply===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 340.01 || [[Fire Hydrant Testing, Acceptance & Maintenance]] || Aug-08 || Nov-13
|}

===350 Fire Inspection Program===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Section !! Description !! Effective Date !! Revision Date
|-
| 350.01 || [[Nuisance/False Automatic Alarms]] || Nov-13 ||
|}

==Index==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| [[INDEX]] ||
|}