MDFR Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Exam/ Detailed Review And Study Guide {2025/2026 Edition} With Questions And Solutions /Guaranteed Pass 100%/

1. What is the correct procedure for standard radio communications during urgent conditions? - ANSWER Units will refrain from making transmissions until the air is clear. 2. How many times should the radio transmission of 'Urgent' be announced? - ANSWER At least two times before stating the reason for the Urgent announcement. 3. What does incident type '3-15' signify? - ANSWER An immediate threat to the lives of fire personnel. 4. What type of leave is not included in Level 2 cancellation? - ANSWER FMLA. 5. What should be done if a suspicious package is discovered? - ANSWER Make a public announcement with evacuation instructions identifying appropriate exits. 6. What should personnel do while awaiting further evacuation instructions after a suspicious package is discovered? - ANSWER Direct personnel to a designated area close to the entrance. 7. What must be completed when a suspicious package is found? - ANSWER The MDFR suspicious bomb threat package checklist. 8. What should be done with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in the immediate area of a suspicious package? - ANSWER Shut down all systems. 9. What is the role of the Incident Commander regarding media interactions? - ANSWER To approve MDFR Personnel speaking with the media. 10. What is the protocol for notifying the fire alarm office after a vehicle crash? - ANSWER Advise them to notify the support office if the crash vehicle needs to be towed. 11. What is the responsibility of personnel after a job related injury according to policy II-K-5? - ANSWER Complete their own electronic patient care report immediately after the injury. 12. What is the purpose of the MDFR suspicious bomb threat package checklist? - ANSWER To provide necessary information to the first arriving police unit on scene. 13. What does policy II-C-9 state about carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide levels? - ANSWER The visual yellow warning light activates at 25 ppm for carbon monoxide and 2 ppm for nitrogen dioxide. 14. What is the consequence of using excessive sick leave? - ANSWER It may lead to disciplinary actions as defined by policy. 15. What is the significance of notifying the immediate supervisor after a vehicle accident? - ANSWER To ensure proper reporting and handling of the incident 16. Is formal counseling considered a disciplinary action according to administrative order No. 7 - 3? - ANSWER Yes, formal counseling is considered to be a disciplinary action. 17. What should happen to a record of counseling form after 3 years of good performance? - ANSWER It shall be removed from an employee's file. 18. What should be considered when determining disciplinary action according to administrative order No. 7 - 3? - ANSWER Any previous cases that apply similar penalties to similar offenses, length of service, previous record, and mitigating circumstances. 19. What must be given to an employee when a recommended disciplinary action calls for dismissal? - ANSWER The opportunity to respond orally to the charges before the departmental official with final authority. 20. Can resignations be accepted in lieu of termination? - ANSWER Yes, at the discretion of the department, which should consult with the Personnel division. 21. What is the time frame for employees to appeal reprimands to a hearing examiner? - ANSWER Within 14 days by requesting in writing to the Personnel director. 22. What must an employee submit when resigning in lieu of dismissal? - ANSWER A written resignation. 23. Which statement about threatening behavior is NOT correct? - ANSWER B. A verbal act towards another person is not considered a threatening behavior. 24. What is the maximum administrative leave granted for the initial ESS assessment appointment? - ANSWER Up to 4 hours. 25. Is voluntary admission into the ESS program confidential? - ANSWER Yes, it is confidential. 26. Can a supervisor inquire about an employee's initial ESS assessment appointment if the employee is on administrative leave? - ANSWER No, the supervisor cannot inquire. 27. What should the rater do if an employee refuses to sign their evaluation form? - ANSWER Ensure a witness verifies receipt of the evaluation form. 28. What must be sent to HR if an employee refuses to sign their evaluation? - ANSWER "Employee refuse to sign" along with the witness's credentials. 29. What is the time frame for submitting an appeal after receiving a performance evaluation? - ANSWER No later than two pay periods. 30. Who reviews evaluations with an overall rating of 'Satisfactory' for permanent employees before an appeal? - ANSWER The MDFR Personnel advisory committee. 31. What must an appeal for unsatisfactory evaluations for probationary employees be addressed to? - ANSWER The MDFR PAC Chairperson. 32. What action is taken when a complaint of sexual/unlawful harassment is confirmed by HRFEP? - ANSWER The HRFEP will pursue corrective action. 33. Which organization pursues corrective action for confirmed harassment complaints? - ANSWER C. HRFEP office. 34. What is the maximum duration personnel can work under the direct supervision of a family member during emergencies? - ANSWER For a period of 5 days only. 35. What determines if personnel can work under a family member's supervision during emergencies? - ANSWER An extraordinary Department need as determined by the director. 36. What happens if personnel fail to call back the staffing office for emergency OT slots? - ANSWER They will be placed in 'refusal' status. 37. What is required for an employee to appeal a performance evaluation? - ANSWER The appeal must be in writing. 38. What is the time limit for addressing appeals for performance evaluations? - ANSWER Within 10 calendar days from receipt of the evaluation. 39. What happens if a complaint is filed directly with the Miami Dade County HRFEP Division? - ANSWER The HRFEP will confirm the existence of harassment or discrimination. 40. What is the role of the MDFR Administrative Services Division in harassment complaints? - ANSWER They may pursue corrective action as appropriate. 41. What must be included in the appeal process for evaluations rated 'Needs Improvement'? - ANSWER They are reviewed by the MDFR Personnel advisory committee on behalf of the fire chief. 42. What is expected of personnel who sign up on the emergency OT list? - ANSWER They are expected to work at any position offered and on short notice. 43. When does the staffing office use the emergency OT list? - ANSWER When the OT vacancy start time is 2 hours or less. 44. What must personnel do if they are unable to return a call for emergency OT slots? - ANSWER They must contact the staffing office no later than 1800 hours the following day to have the 'unavailable' status removed. 45. According to policy I-M-29, who hires for emergency OT needs occurring between 0700 and 1800 hours? - ANSWER The Battalion lead, EMS Chief Fire officer or designee, staffing office, or administrative services division. 46. What is the time frame for personnel to add or remove regular OT status? - ANSWER Personnel may add or remove regular OT status after midnight 4 days before the assignment. 47. What are the hours during which changes to regular OT status can be made within four days prior to the assignment? - ANSWER Changes can only be made between 1800 hours and 0600 hours. 48. How are personnel prioritized for regular OT? - ANSWER They are prioritized by the least number of hours for each vacancy for which they qualify. 49. What must accompany compensation for working OT according to policy I-M-29? - ANSWER A properly completed overtime authorization form. 50. What must be included on the OT authorization form along with the reason for OT? - ANSWER The place where the OT was worked. 51. What is the requirement for fire prevention personnel regarding leave request cancellations? - ANSWER They must call the automated voice response system no later than one hour before their scheduled reporting time. 52. What is emergency sick leave granted for? - ANSWER It is granted in the event of a life-threatening illness or injury to the employee's immediate family. 53. How many occurrences of emergency sick leave are allowed in a calendar year without division chief approval? - ANSWER No more than 4 occurrences. In which case must employees request to cancel outstanding exchanges? - ANSWER If the owed employee is deceased. What must 24-hour shift employees dismissed from jury duty on their duty day do? - ANSWER They must request administrative leave (AD) time for the remainder of their shift. What happens to employees who are unable to pay back owed exchanges due to being permanently transferred? - ANSWER They must request to cancel outstanding exchanges.