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Please read each question and select your answer from the choices provided. You must complete all of the questions in order to view your results. At the end of each exam, you have the option to e-mail your results to your instructor.

1: Which of the following was identified as a vital task for the fire officer?
	A: Command Presence
	B: Roll Call
	C: Morning Report
	D: Testing

2: Why is a thorough morning report essential?
	A: It ensures adequate staffing and equipment are in place for the next 24 hours.
	B: It documents the leave time for payroll purposes.
	C: It ensures that information is communicated to the oncoming shift.
	D: It documents the status of equipment.

3: Why is the transition from fire fighter to fire officer considered a major transition?
	A: There is an increase in the responsibility.
	B: There is a change in work schedule.
	C: There is a change in the individual's relationship to the organization and the other members of the department.
	D: There is an increase in the expectations of the public.

4: What is the best method for handling an unpopular order that you do not agree with?
	A: Tell the fire fighters that you do not agree with the order but that they must follow it.
	B: Do not relay the order to the subordinates so they will not be held accountable for any infractions.
	C: Meet with your supervisor about your concern in private. Meet with your crew to explain the order and that it will be followed.
	D: Have you and your crew explain to your supervisor why the order is not needed but follow the order if the supervisor insists.

5: According to James O. Page, the fire officer roles includes which of the following?
	A: Policy maker
	B: Commander
	C: Friend
	D: Director

6: What are especially valuable in developing a detailed knowledge of the neighborhood?
	A: Cars
	B: Neighbors
	C: Aerial Maps
	D: Signs

7: To work effectively with their supervisor, the fire officer should what?
	A: Keep the supervisor happy.
	B: Make appropriate decisions at your level of responsibility.
	C: Consult with the supervisor before making any decision.
	D: Meet with the supervisor daily.

8: Ethical conduct includes what?
	A: Being honest, doing "what's right", and performing to the best of one's abilities.
	B: Following the rules.
	C: Being fair, following the rules, playing smart.
	D: Training correctly, communicating, and being honest.

9: How has the IAFC worked to improve ethical conduct of its members?
	A: Established an administrative process to sanction member for unethical conduct.
	B: Developed a peer review group to assist fire chiefs in making ethical decisions.
	C: Conducted screening of applicant's based on their ethical beliefs.
	D: Developed a code of ethics for its members.

10: Which of the following is NOT a method a harassment complaint may initially be made?
	A: Federal government
	B: Local government
	C: Fire department
	D: None of the above.

Optional: Enter your name and your instructor's E-mail address to have your results E-mailed to him or her.
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