Title: Identify standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standard operating guides (SOGs) in the fire service.
Course: Public Safety II (15101-II) > Section: FIREFIGHTING: Introducing the Fire Service

Identification of SOP and SOG topics should include

- the who, what, when, where, and how of a task
- the procedures for firefighter safety
- the breakdown of complicated procedures
- comprehensive firefighter duties
- the importance of setting a review and revision schedule (e.g., at least once every three years).

Process/Skill Questions:

- How often are SOPs/SOGs reviewed and why?
- What purpose do SOPs/SOGs serve?