Radio Discipline

• All transmissions will be in clear language.
• Microphones will store in their cradles when not in use.
• Transmissions will be short and to the point.
• All fire frequencies are assumed to be monitored by others.
• Radio “checks” will only be accomplished after maintenance or when transmission capability is in question.
• The term “Emergency Traffic” will be used to clear the fire net of all other radio transmissions when a fire fighter’s life is threatened at the fire scene.

Medical Responses

• Fire fighters will initiate medical care within the scope of their abilities.
• Fire fighters will ensure that a safe environment for ambulance personnel to work in is established.
• All responders shall wear the appropriate level of infection control prevention, including latex gloves at all times.
• Upon arrival of ambulance personnel, fire fighters will assume a support role.
• At least one fire department crew will remain on scene until a mutual agreement with ambulance personnel is reached on the need for continued support or a higher priority call is received.

April 2001