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Question 1

What should be done immediately following any motor vehicle accident?

Answer 1

Contact Fire Alarm

All motor vehicle accidents shall be reported regardless of severity.

Question 2

Who will Fire Alarm notify after a motor vehicle accident?

Answer 2

Local police department

The police will investigate all city vehicle accidents.

Question 3

What must the police do at the scene of a vehicle accident?

Answer 3

Take photographs of all damaged vehicles/property involved

This is part of the investigation process.

Question 4

What should individuals involved in the accident be advised to do until help arrives?

Answer 4

Remain on the scene

If possible, one firefighter should be left at the scene.

Question 5

In what situations can personnel not be left at the scene of an accident?

Answer 5

• Rescue Companies responding to a hospital with a critical patient
• Apparatus responding to a life-threatening emergency

Time delays in these situations could result in serious repercussions.

Question 6

Under what conditions should the vehicle be placed out of service?

Answer 6

Non-emergency conditions or non-critical emergency response

A request for Fire Alarm to provide alarm coverage may be needed.

Question 7

What must all Company Captains and staff vehicle operators ensure is on board the apparatus?

Answer 7

A complete accident kit

The kit includes vehicle registration, insurance card, WFD Form 128, and accident policy.

Question 8

What is one of the Officer Responsibilities after an accident?

Answer 8

Notify Fire Alarm to arrange for the District Battalion Chief

This should be done as soon as possible.

Question 9

What should be provided if needed at the accident scene?

Answer 9

First aid

Request a Rescue Company if necessary.

Question 10

What should officers avoid doing at the accident scene?

Answer 10

Making opinions or statements to unauthorized personnel

This is to maintain the integrity of the investigation.

Question 11

What information should be included in the explanatory letter to the District Battalion Chief?

Answer 11

• Exact circumstances of the accident
• Any injuries incurred
• Extent of damage and estimated dollar loss

This must be submitted within 24 hours.

Question 12

What information must drivers provide after an accident?

Answer 12

• Name
• Address
• Driver’s license number

This is part of the documentation process.

Question 13

What form must be completed by the driver after an accident?

Answer 13

WFD Form 128

All required information must be obtained at the scene.

Question 14

What must the District Battalion Chief do with the WFD Form 128?

Answer 14

Forward it and explanatory letters to the Assistant Chief

This should be done as soon as possible.

Question 15

Who must be notified of all accidents by the District Battalion Chief?

Answer 15

• Deputy Chief of Training & Safety
• Assistant Chief
• Chief of Department

This ensures proper communication within the department.

Question 16

What responsibilities do staff vehicle operators have after an accident?

Answer 16

Complete all necessary required documentation

This includes both driver and company officer responsibilities.