LAFD TRAFFIC ACCIDENT PROCEDURES
AND REPORTING GUIDE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
2026 EDITION
What is the primary mission of the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD)? - ANS To
preserve life, protect property, and safeguard communities through emergency preparedness,
prevention, response, and recovery.
What is a leading cause of civil litigation for LAFD members? - ANS Traffic accidents involving
LAFD members.
What should be the first action when a fire department member is involved in a traffic collision?
- ANS Request appropriate emergency response to provide medical aid.
How should a member notify for medical aid if the incident occurs outside the City? -
ANS Use the 911 system if radio coverage is limited or the collision is severe.
Who must be contacted if a traffic accident involves a City-owned vehicle? - ANS The Los
Angeles Police Department (LAPD) must be called to the scene.
What documentation is required for medical evaluation and care after a traffic accident? -
ANS An electronic patient care record (ePCR) must be completed for all parties involved.
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, What are the responsibilities of a Chief Officer at the scene of a traffic accident? - ANS Ensure
medical attention is rendered, document medical care, notify the Assistant Bureau Commander,
and gather accident information.
What must be done if a traffic accident results in serious injury or fatality? - ANS Notify the
Risk Management Section's Safety Officer and gather necessary information.
What is LAPD's Major Collision Investigative Team (MCIT) responsible for? - ANS Assessing
traffic collisions involving City-owned vehicles that result in fatalities or severe injuries.
What criteria does the City Attorney's Office use to respond to traffic accidents? - ANS They
respond anytime requested by LAPD or the LAFD's Risk Management Section.
What information should Chief Officers provide to third parties involved in an accident? -
ANS Necessary information regarding making a claim for damages with the City.
Where can claim for damages forms be obtained? - ANS Online through the City of Los
Angeles or Office of the City Clerk websites.
What must be completed by LAFD drivers within 24 hours of a traffic accident? - ANS The FG-
88 (Automobile Accident Report) and the Traffic Accident Intake Form.
What is the purpose of the Traffic Accident Intake Form and how soon must it be uploaded? -
ANS To document the accident and upload necessary documentation within 24 hours.
What must be done if law enforcement is present at the accident scene? - ANS Obtain the
investigating officer's name, identification number, unit number, and incident number.
What is required for accidents involving Department vehicles versus City property with no
damage? - ANS The Law Enforcement Traffic Collision Report (TCR) is not required.
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AND REPORTING GUIDE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
2026 EDITION
What is the primary mission of the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD)? - ANS To
preserve life, protect property, and safeguard communities through emergency preparedness,
prevention, response, and recovery.
What is a leading cause of civil litigation for LAFD members? - ANS Traffic accidents involving
LAFD members.
What should be the first action when a fire department member is involved in a traffic collision?
- ANS Request appropriate emergency response to provide medical aid.
How should a member notify for medical aid if the incident occurs outside the City? -
ANS Use the 911 system if radio coverage is limited or the collision is severe.
Who must be contacted if a traffic accident involves a City-owned vehicle? - ANS The Los
Angeles Police Department (LAPD) must be called to the scene.
What documentation is required for medical evaluation and care after a traffic accident? -
ANS An electronic patient care record (ePCR) must be completed for all parties involved.
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, What are the responsibilities of a Chief Officer at the scene of a traffic accident? - ANS Ensure
medical attention is rendered, document medical care, notify the Assistant Bureau Commander,
and gather accident information.
What must be done if a traffic accident results in serious injury or fatality? - ANS Notify the
Risk Management Section's Safety Officer and gather necessary information.
What is LAPD's Major Collision Investigative Team (MCIT) responsible for? - ANS Assessing
traffic collisions involving City-owned vehicles that result in fatalities or severe injuries.
What criteria does the City Attorney's Office use to respond to traffic accidents? - ANS They
respond anytime requested by LAPD or the LAFD's Risk Management Section.
What information should Chief Officers provide to third parties involved in an accident? -
ANS Necessary information regarding making a claim for damages with the City.
Where can claim for damages forms be obtained? - ANS Online through the City of Los
Angeles or Office of the City Clerk websites.
What must be completed by LAFD drivers within 24 hours of a traffic accident? - ANS The FG-
88 (Automobile Accident Report) and the Traffic Accident Intake Form.
What is the purpose of the Traffic Accident Intake Form and how soon must it be uploaded? -
ANS To document the accident and upload necessary documentation within 24 hours.
What must be done if law enforcement is present at the accident scene? - ANS Obtain the
investigating officer's name, identification number, unit number, and incident number.
What is required for accidents involving Department vehicles versus City property with no
damage? - ANS The Law Enforcement Traffic Collision Report (TCR) is not required.
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