HomeMy WebLinkAboutD03.0 Fleet Operational Attachment C Attachment: C — Section: D / 3.0
VEHICLE INSPECTION PROGRAM
FIRE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATION PROCEDURES
Section 600.00
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Vehicle Inspection Program to avoid City employees from being injured
when performing maintenance, repairs, or making all vehicle checks.
PROCEDURE:
VEHICLE INSPECTIONS AND SERVICE
Par. 01 As with any machine, care should be taken. Improper or incomplete service could
result in the vehicle not working properly that, in turn, may result in personal injury or
damage to the vehicle or its equipment. If you have any questions about carrying out
any part of the service, contact Fleet Services for additional help or assistance.
Remember that Daily and Weekly inspections are the responsibility of the vehicle
Driver per NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.
Daily inspections are completed each day as early in the beginning of the shift as
possible. The Weekly inspection is in addition to the Daily inspection and is
performed on each Wednesday of the week.
DAILY and WEEKLY VEHICLE INSPECTIONS:
Par. 01 The department utilizes an electronic system to record information concerning DAILY
and WEEKLY vehicle inspections. Personnel responsible for inspecting the vehicles
should use the following procedures: Open Firehouse and select "INVENTORY", in
the code box marked "INVENTORY ID", type in the unit number utilizing the fleet
inventory number located on the unit(example: 10EN1 = Engine 561). Underthe tab
marked "BASIC'enter the inspecting persons Fire Department ID number(example:
701). Next select the"Maintenance/Testing"tab and select"ADD". In the box marked
"JOB" type 099 for Daily Vehicle Inspection or 112 for Weekly Vehicle Inspection.
Under the "Basic" tab select "Completed" in the area marked "Status, Dates, and
Times"; next insert the "Start Time", "End Date" and "End Time" for the inspection.
Under the area marked "Current Meter Readings" insert the appropriate hour or
mileage or both for the unit being inspected, next, select the "Other" tab and then
select the "User Fields" button. If code 099 (Daily Vehicle Inspection) was selected
only the information under the "Daily Check Out"tab must be completed. If code 112
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(Weekly Inspection) is selected, both the "Daily Check Out" tab AND the "Weekly
Check Out" tab items must be completed.
Par. 02 Entering information under the two inspection tabs is self-explanatory. Select the drop
down menu under "FUEL" and select the correct level. If an inspected item is within
normal limits or within manufactures recommendations (contact Fleet Service
for this information if unknown) check "OK". If the inspected item falls outside those
parameters check"Adjusted", "needs Repair", or"Needs Replacement", whichever is
appropriate.
Par. 03 If repairs or replacement of an item is needed, the inspecting person must complete
the necessary information on the Fleet Services Intranet site.
Par. 04 When all of the items have been completed on the Daily and Weekly Check out tabs,
select save and then close. On the "Basic" tab of the "Maintenance and Test Detail"
page, select the correct Station and Shift in the bottom left corner of the page. Select
"Save" and then "Close". Under the "Inventory" page select "Save" and then "Close"/
this completes the inspection process.
POLICE DEPARTMENT STANDARD OPERATION PROCEDURES
Section 302.00 - INSPECTING UNIT
A. Every unit will be assigned a Vehicle Log Book and inspected for the following items prior
to starting on patrol.
1. Any new damage and cleanliness of the interior and exterior.
2. Sufficient tire treads.
3. Operational emergency equipment
4. Adequate fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake fluids, gas, etc.)
5. Jack
6. Operational radios, MDT and lap top computer
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7. Flares
8. Fire extinguisher
9. Emergency blanket
10. First aid kit
11. Shotgun/Case/Ammo
12. Radar
13. Biohazard Kit
14. Camera
B. Missing supplies— restock or fill out requisition to have restocked.
C. Logging Damage to Unit.
D. Fill-out Vehicle Inspection Report form and have supervisor sign and forward up chain if
necessary.
1. The officer requesting the repair(s)should take a vehicle needing repair or maintenance
to the Fleet Maintenance Facility.
2. The officer requesting the repair(s), specifically detailing repairs necessary will
complete a Fleet Maintenance Work Order.
3. The vehicle shall be secured within the fenced in parking area of the facility, and all
ancillary equipment (radios, MDT, Laptops, radar) will be in the "off' position.
4. The shotgun, if any, will be removed from the unit, taken to the Police Department,
unloaded outside the police facility, and secured in the shotgun cabinet in the briefing
room.
5. The ignition key(key set)shall be returned to the Patrol Key board. It is not necessaryto
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leave the keys with Flee Maintenance.
SAFETY REVIEW BOARD
Concept:
The organization of a Safety Review Board within the City of Grapevine facilitates the
maximum exchange of ideas and enhances the immediate definition of policies addressing
hazards, problem areas and loss prevention promotion. Safety should be a function of
management at all levels.At the discretion of the City Manager, this Safety Review Board does
not apply to public safety department accidents.
I. Purpose
A. Determine if the employee had been briefed on, and was complying with work
rules and operating instructions.
B. Determine the exact cause of the accident or damage.
C. Make safety procedure recommendations to avoid similar accidents.
D. Determine if an accident is preventable or non-preventable.
II. Composition
A. The Board shall consist of:
1. Chairperson to be selected from among the membership listed below.
2. One representative from each of the following departments or divisions:
Risk Management (Ex Officio), Utilities, Streets, Parks Maintenance,
Fleet/Building Services, Golf, and the City Manager's Office.
B. Rules governing the Safety Review Board:
1. A quorum of at least three voting members must be present to take action.
All decisions shall be made by the majority of those present.
2.All findings and recommendations of the Board will be furnished, in writing,
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within 48 hours of the Board meeting to the City Manager's Office, the Risk
Manager, and to the Department Director of the department involved.
3. Meetings will be held as needed at a location to be announced. If in his/her
judgment, a Department Director finds that more immediate action is
necessary, the Chairperson may call additional meetings.
III. Accident Classification
All accidents presented to the Board will be classified in accordance with
(see Attachment C — Fleet Accident Rating Plan) in the Fire Department
Standard Operation Procedures Section 600.00.
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