Chapter 8 Overview

CHAPTER 8 OVERVIEW

This chapter discusses the roles and responsibilities of various support positions and the facilities that help the fire department function so that field personnel can conduct emergency and non-emergency operations.

OBJECTIVES AND RESOURCES

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the role of dispatch.
  • Discuss the transmission of alarms.
  • Identify the resources in the fire investigation unit.
  • Identify the resources in the hazardous materials control unit.
  • Discuss the role of an adjutant, or aide.
  • Identify technical support groups and discuss their roles.
  • Discuss resources available for information systems.
  • Discuss the role of personnel/human resources.
  • Discuss the role of a business manager.
  • Discuss the role of incident business management.
  • Discuss the role of warehouse/central stores.
  • Discuss the role of a repair garage.
  • Discuss the role of a radio shop.

Assignments

  1. Read Chapter 8 in your text
  2. Review Chapter 8 PowerPoint 
  3. Complete optional Extra Credit by assigned due date.
  4. Complete Chapter 8 online Quiz in CANVAS. 
  5. Respond to the Discussion Post.

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