Rules of Conduct
These are the three words that Peoria FD serves the public and surrounding communities.
Strength, Honor, Compassion
Each member shall have this on their helmet
assigned company ID (helmet sticker)
How does a firefighter initiate a Mayday over the radio?
"Mayday, Mayday, Mayday" over portable radio
What should the first due engine company do when approaching a scene with evidence of a working fire, unless there’s a known rescue or other specific exception?
Secure a water supply. "Take a plug"
This type of zone requires an SCBA and a charged hoseline?
What is a Hot Zone
Employees can only leave their assigned duties, post, or assignments with..
proper relief and supervisor approval
Along with the roster, this holds members ID tags and needs to be updated with any movement.
What is the passport?
What does the acronym 'B.O.A.' stand for when responding to a Mayday situation?
Breath
Organize
Act
What stream type penetrates better than fog?
Solid stream (smooth bore)
What type of strategy risks lives a lot to save lives?
Offensive strategy
When entering collective bargaining, what are the 3 major purposes of Peoria's local Union Chapter
To improve wages, benefits, and working conditions
When all members operate under the ICS its prevents this solo type of action.
What is freelancing?
What does the 'G' stand for in the 'GRAB LIVES' procedure a firefighter should follow during a Mayday?
"Gauge"
check air Gauge levels
What flow rate can an aerial deck gun typically deliver?
1000 GPM
What color tape marks the Warm Zone?
Yellow tape
In addition to FD SOPs and Peoria's local ordinances, what other laws do members abide by
Federal and State laws
When entering this designated zone, all members work under a supervisor.
What is Hot Zone?
What does the 'L' stand for in the 'GRAB LIVES' procedure a firefighter should follow during a Mayday?
"Low"
Stay Low.
What might stop the first engine from securing a water supply?
Imminent Rescue
What is at most risk for collapsing first in a fire-involved building?
The Roof
Employees are protected by this Act, which prevents non discriminating treatment for its members taking medication that impact performance
Americans with Disabilities Act
If any equipment fails and comprises crew safety, they will exit the hot zone. Such equipment includes.
an SCBA or radio
What is the tactical benchmark that indicates the end of a Mayday situation, and what must the Incident Commander confirm before declaring it?
"Mayday resolved"
What size lines should be shut down in a defensive shift?
1 3/4 handline.
How far should ladders extend above the roof line?
2-3 feet