Alton Fire Department Standard Operating Procedures/ Guidelines These SOP/SOG's were written with the intent to conform to ICS/NIMS Standards and are submitted for use and approved by the Fire Chief as of January 5th, 2017 Page 1 Table of Contents Management and Administration SOP/SOG Fire Station Use and Function…………………………………………………………………... 01 Station Captain ………………………………………………………………………………………… 02 Time System ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 03 Non-Smoking and Tobacco Free Areas …………………………………………………..… 04 Shift Conduct …………………………………………………………………………………………... 05 Facility Maintenance and Repairs ……………………………………………………………. 07 Company Log …………………………………………………………………………………………... 10 Security of Fire Stations..………………………………………………………………………….. 12 Training Materials ……………………………………………………………………………………. 13 Scheduled Fire House Tours …………………………………………………………………….. 14 Borrowing A.F.D. Property ……………………………………………………………………….. 15 Personal Vehicle Parking ………………………………………………………………………….. 16 Personal Projects (including vehicle washing)…………………………………………… 17 Daily Work Uniforms ……………………………………………………………………………….. 18 Dress Uniform Specifications …………………………………………………………………… 21 Dress Rules for All Members Holding Rank of Captain or Below………………… 23 Badge & Bugle Specifications …………………………………………………………………… 25 Nameplate Specifications …………………………………………………………………………. 26 Grooming …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 27 Fueling of Vehicles ……………………………………………………………………………………. 29 Inspection of Vehicles ………………………………………………………………………………. 30 Repair, Care and Maintenance of Vehicles and Apparatus ………………………… 33 Power Washing Schedule …………………………………………………………………………. 34 Truck Detailing and Waxing Schedule ……………………………………………………….. 34 Personal Protective Equipment …………………………………………………………………. 35 Wellness- Fitness Initiative ……………………………………………………………………….. 37 Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) …………………………………………………… 45 Safety Committee ……………………………………………………………………………………... 47 Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 1 Page 2 Prevention and Special Programs Media Relations ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 49 Company Inspections ……………………………………………………………………………….. 52 Fire Origin & Cause Investigation………………………………………………………………. 53 Alton Fire Department Explorer Program …………………………………………………. 58 Release and Waiver …………………………………………………………………………………. 70 Ride-Along Program ………………………………………………………………………………….. 72 Lock Box (Knox) Procedures ……………………………………………………………………... 73 Hose Care and Storage ……………………………………………………………………………… 75 Hose Testing ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 76 Line of Duty Death Notification …………………………………………………………………. 78 Funeral Service Guidelines ………………………………………………………………………… 80 Emergency Operations- General Driving Fire Apparatus ………………………………………………………………………………. 82 Backing Up Fire Apparatus ………………………………………………………………………… 84 Hose Bedding Procedures …………………………………………………………………………. 86 1831 Operations ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 89 Accountability …………………………………………………………………………………………… 92 Lockout Tag Out ………………………………………………………………………………………… 95 Hearing and Eye Protection ………………………………………………………………………. 96 Communications ………………………………………………………………………………………. 97 AFD Radio Channels ………………………………………………………………………………….. 99 Radio-Watch ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 100 Radio Operations Rules …………………………………………………………………………….. 101 Situation/Status Report/Size-Up ……………………………………………………………….. 102 Quadrant System ………………………………………………………………………………………. 104 Request for Mutual Aid …………………………………………………………………………….. 105 Emergency Call-Out Procedures ……………………………………………………………….. 107 Watercraft Operations (Marine One) ……………………………………………………….. 109 Bomb Threats/Tactical Violence/WMD …………………………………………………….. 113 Access a Stalled Elevator …………………………………………………………………………… 116 Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 2 Page 3 Emergency Operations- Fire Safety & Risk Management ………………………………………………………………………. 118 Safety Officer ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 120 R.I.T. (Rapid Intervention Team) Unit ………………………………………………………. 122 Emergency Evacuation ……………………………………………………………………………… 123 Mayday Operations ………………………………………………………………………………….. 124 Thermal Imaging Camera (T.I.C.) ………………………………………………………………. 127 Incident Staffing-Responses ……………………………………………………………………… 129 Alarm Sounding ………………………………………………………………………………………… 131 Structure Fires- First-In Unit ……………………………………………………………………… 132 Structure Fires- Second-In Unit …………………………………………………………………. 133 Structure fires ladder (Truck) Operations ………………………………………………….. 134 East/West District Line ……………………………………………………………………………… 135 Roof Operations ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 136 Vehicle Accidents ……………………………………………………………………………………… 138 Railroad Emergencies ……………………………………………………………………………….. 140 Aircraft Emergencies ………………………………………………………………………………… 144 Vehicle Lockout ………………………………………………………………………………………… 146 Vehicle Fires ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 148 High-Rise Operations ………………………………………………………………………………… 150 Carbon Monoxide Emergencies ………………………………………………………………… 156 Natural Gas Emergencies ………………………………………………………………………….. 158 Propane Emergencies ……………………………………………………………………………….. 160 Downed Power Line or Transformer Emergency ……………………………………….. 161 Foam Operations ………………………………………………………………………………………. 163 Ventilation ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 166 Standpipe/Sprinkler Operations ………………………………………………………………… 168 Salvage Operations ……………………………………………………………………………………. 170 Overhaul Operations …………………………………………………………………………………. 171 Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 3 Page 4 Emergency Operations- Hazardous Materials Hazardous Materials Response …………………………………………………………………. 173 Emergency Operations- Technical Rescue Technical Rescue(s) …………………………………………………………………………………… 175 Water Rescue ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 186 Ice Rescue Guidelines………………………………………………………………………………… 188 Emergency Operations- Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Services Operations …………………………………………………… 189 Helicopter Landing Zone …………………………………………………………………………… 191 Blood Borne Pathogens/Infections ……………………………………………………………. 192 Madison County Homicide and Questionable Death Protocol …………………… 195 Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 4 Page 5 Standard Alton Fire Department Date: Operating _______________________________________ Approved Procedures Management & Administration By: Fire Station Use and Function PURPOSE: The purpose of this policy is to outline the Alton Fire Department’s approach to establishing working conditions and standards for Fire Stations and Staff interaction with the public at these facilities. Fire Stations are designed and intended for the sole purpose of housing Fire Department personnel and their applicable equipment to allow the fastest response possible. Although Fire Stations are funded with Public tax money they are not intended for public use unless specified by the Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief. POLICY: Birthday Parties held in the Fire Station may only be approved by the Fire Chief or the Deputy Chief. They are to be no longer than two (2) hours in duration. A minimum of two (2) personnel will be assigned by the Station Captain to assist the party giver i.e. arrange tables, start video or lead a tour. Note: When civilians are in the area of the Training Room, both doors leading to the fire pole shall remain locked. Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 5 Page 6 While conducting station tours to any visitor or group, precautions for safety must be taken. Tours shall be limited to public areas, i.e., Apparatus Bay, Day Room, Dining Room, and associated corridors. Restricted areas are Laundry, Employee Restroom/Showers, and Sleeping Quarters In general, the dumpster at each fire station is for department use. However, if Alton Fire Department personnel have an occasional need, limit the use to no more than a regular trash can size load. Larger items should be compacted or broke apart. RESPONSIBILITY: All personnel shall be mindful and accountable for all of the policies, rules, regulations, written guidelines, and standard operating procedures set forth by the office of the Fire Chief. Standard Alton Fire Department Date: Operating _______________________________________ Approved Procedures Management & Administration By: Station Captain PURPOSE: The purpose of this policy is to establish a fire station hierarchy to ensure the day to day operations, daily training, department responsibilities, cleanliness, member and public safety are met. POLICY: The moniker “Station Captain” will be used as a designation meaning; assigned officer on duty that day at each engine house. Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 6 Page 7 Assignment: Station #1 Engine Captain Station #2 Engine Captain The “Station Captain” will act as the Battalion Chief’s liaison to the duty personnel. The “Station Captain” shall oversee all issues relating to the fire station when not superseded by the Battalion Chief, Deputy Chief, or the Fire Chief. RESPONSIBILITY: The “Station Captain” shall be responsible for overseeing day to day operations, daily training, department responsibilities, cleanliness, member and public safety, and the duties assigned by higher ranking officers. Created: 01/05/2017, 3:14 PM 7 Page 8 Standard Alton Fire Department Date: Operating _______________________________________ Approved Procedures Management & Administration By: Time System PURPOSE: To establish the time system to be utilized by the Alton Fire Department thus providing continuity of time notation within the Fire Department. POLICY: The time system utilized by the Alton Fire Department shall be twenty-four (24) hour military time Any required notation of time on Fire Department records, reports or