Policy Text
A. FIRES
1. See to the treatment of the injured.
2. Fire Scene
a. The handling of a fire scene is the responsibility of the Miami Dade Fire
Department.
b. Contact the Miami Dade Fire Department Supervisor to ascertain what
assistance is needed, i.e., crowd control, traffic direction, protection of fire
fighting equipment, etc.
3. Fire Investigation
a. Ascertain if a Miami Dade Fire Department Investigator is responding to
the scene. If so, obtain his name for your report.
b. Remain on scene until a determination is made whether the fire was
"Accidental", "Suspicious", or definitely "Arson".
c. If Miami Dade Fire Department Investigator determines the fire to be
"Suspicious", handle as "Fire" and note in report the reason given.
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