London Fire Brigade Preparedness Quiz

What improvements have been made to radio communications for London firefighters?

• All firefighters now have personal hand-held radios.

• Communication is done through mobile phones.

• Firefighters use walkie-talkies for communication.

• Radios are only available in fire stations.

What is the role of inter agency liaison officers (ILOs) introduced by the London Fire Brigade?

• To train new firefighters.

• To handle public relations.

• To work with police, ambulance service, and other agencies.

• To manage fire station logistics.

What type of training has been developed in partnership with the London Ambulance Service?

• Advanced driving skills.

• Higher level of first aid training.

• Fire prevention techniques.

• Public speaking skills.

What system helps locate the exact London Underground stations for fire crews?

• Global Positioning System (GPS).

• Unique Reference Number (URN) system.

• Station Locator App.

• Firefighter Navigation System.

What is the purpose of the operational risk assessment process?

• To evaluate firefighter fitness levels.

• To assess fire station safety.

• To allow discretion in dynamic situations.

• To ensure firefighters follow standard procedures.

What equipment is now available on every fire engine in London?

• Fire extinguishers only.

• Ladders and ropes.

• Enhanced first aid equipment including defibrillators.

• Water hoses only.

What is the role of the specialist team created in November 2005?

• To improve response to chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear incidents.

• To handle media inquiries.

• To manage fire station budgets.

• To train new recruits.

What is the Joint Emergency Services Inter-operability Programme designed for?

• To improve public relations.

• To develop new firefighting equipment.

• To ensure all emergency services work effectively together.

• To train firefighters in advanced rescue techniques.

What was a concern raised about the ability to get first aid to those in need?

• Delayed arrival of paramedics.

• Inadequate communication systems.

• Insufficient first aid equipment on fire engines.

• Lack of trained personnel.

What does the operational discretion allow firefighters to do?

• Ignore all standard procedures.

• Make decisions based on professional judgment in certain situations.

• Operate without any risk assessment.

• Follow only their personal instincts.