Anatomy of Incident Management
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What characterizes Type 5 incidents?

  • They are large-scale multi-agency responses.
  • They typically involve hazardous materials.
  • They require extensive post-incident analysis.
  • They are single alarm, initial response events. (correct)

What is a critical factor in pre-incident preparation?

  • The location of fire hydrants.
  • The historical weather data of the area.
  • Community population density.
  • Staffing levels and personnel capabilities. (correct)

What should situational awareness help an incident commander avoid?

  • Overestimating available resources.
  • Miscommunication with dispatch centers.
  • Ignoring community traffic patterns.
  • Being surprised when dispatched. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT one of the 12 components of incident anatomy?

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What factor may influence the deployment model of a fire department?

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Which aspect is important for optimal team performance during an incident?

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Automatic/mutual aid agreements are typically utilized by which type of fire department?

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Which of the following considerations is NOT part of pre-incident planning?

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What is the primary means of communication for tactical officers?

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What role do division supervisors primarily fulfill at an incident scene?

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Which of the following describes a key responsibility of tactical officers?

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What is one challenge faced by company officers in tactical situations?

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How do group supervisors contribute to incident management?

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a tactical officer action during a structure fire?

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What is critical in creating safe and efficient emergency scene operations?

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Which aspect is a tactical officer less likely to effectively monitor?

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What defines a combination strategy during an incident?

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In a hazardous material incident, what is typically a defensive action?

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What should happen once an 'all clear' is declared for a building involved in a fire?

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What is the role of tactical officers during an incident?

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What could cause an incident response to transition from offensive to defensive?

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In a vegetation fire example utilizing a combination strategy, what does direct attack on the flanks represent?

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Which scenario exemplifies an MCI example involving a combination strategy?

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What is a key characteristic of the tactical level of incident response?

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Which type of personnel may serve as support in an incident?

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What is a vital element to provide excellent service during an incident?

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What must be relayed during a command transfer?

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What type of review is beneficial before companies clear a scene?

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During a command transfer, what does ICS stand for?

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What should responders keep watch for during an after-action review?

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Why is it important to constantly re-evaluate during an incident?

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What is one potential consequence for children in a displacement situation?

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What are the three primary levels of operation in an incident?

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What is characteristic of Type 1 incidents?

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Which of the following is considered a Type 2 incident?

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What defines Type 3 incidents in terms of management?

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Which type of incident is classified as a multi-alarm structure fire that lasts up to 24 hours?

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Why is it beneficial to view incidents through a consistent methodology?

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After an incident type escalates, which teams typically take over management?

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Which of the following describes a characteristic of incidents?

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What is the primary reason for calling resources early?

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What type of staging occurs when resources stand by within a block of the incident?

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Why is it crucial to ask dispatch if everyone is out of the structure during a fire response?

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What happens when the incident commander (IC) becomes overwhelmed?

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What benefit does forward staging provide in incident response?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of staging area mentioned?

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What is a critical piece of information that should be shared immediately while responding to a structure fire?

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What is the second priority upon response to a dispatch, after arriving safely?

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Type 1 Incident

A large-scale, federal-level incident that requires extensive resources and coordination, like 9/11, major wildfires, or large hurricanes.

Type 2 Incident

A state-level incident that is smaller in scale than a Type 1 incident but still involves significant resources and coordination, such as smaller wildfires, floods, or earthquakes.

Type 3 Incident

An incident that operates within a county or operational area and involves multiple agencies for more than a day. These are common and often involve floods, fires, or human-made acts.

Type 4 Incident

A multi-agency event, often a multi-alarm structure fire, lasting up to 24 hours, requiring coordination among local agencies.

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Incident Anatomy and Physiology

The system used to manage incidents, comprised of three tiers - strategic, tactical, and task - designed to provide a standardized framework for responding and mitigating events.

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Incident Management Team (IMT)

The Incident Management Team (IMT) takes over the management of larger incidents as they escalate, coordinating resources and actions.

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Operational Area

A geographically defined area within which an incident is managed, often aligned with county jurisdiction.

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Standard Decision-Making Model

A standardized decision-making model used to manage and mitigate incidents, taking into account specific variables and ensuring consistent responses.

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Pre-incident Considerations

The set of actions and planning that happens before a fire incident occurs.

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Pre-Planning Target Hazards

Identifying and planning for potential hazards that pose a high risk, such as buildings with many people or large industrial facilities.

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Assessing Resources

Evaluating the resources available to your fire department, including personnel, equipment, and mutual aid agreements.

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Size-Up

The process of assessing the scene of the fire and determining the most effective strategy to address the situation.

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Strategy

A clear plan of action for managing the fire, taking into account the nature of the incident and available resources.

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Tactics

Specific actions taken to execute the strategy, such as extinguishing the fire, evacuating people, or protecting property.

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Tasks

The detailed activities assigned to different teams or individuals to accomplish the tasks outlined in the tactics.

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Combination Strategy

A strategy where responders simultaneously employ both offensive and defensive tactics in different areas of the incident.

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Defensive Strategy

A strategy used for containing a hazardous event within a defined area, preventing its spread and minimizing exposure.

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Offensive Strategy

A strategy involving direct engagement with the hazard to extinguish it, control it, or reduce its impact.

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Strategic Level

The incident commander (IC) is responsible for overall incident management and strategy, including resource allocation and coordination.

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Tactical Level

Tactical officers are responsible for operational decisions, assigning crews, assessing safety, and achieving tactical objectives.

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Task Level

Includes the actions of firefighters, paramedics, and other responders directly involved in the incident's hands-on work.

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Major Incident

A situation that requires a significant response, involving multiple agencies and resources, and often exceeding the capabilities of a single agency.

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Dynamic Priorities & Strategies

The prioritization and strategy employed during an incident can change based on the evolving situation and conditions.

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Level 2 Staging

When resources are dispatched to a specific location away from the incident, usually when a greater alarm is called.

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Level 1 Staging

When responding fire crews standby in the direction of travel, within a block of the incident.

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Forward Staging

When personnel are fully equipped and pre-positioned in a forward area to be immediately assigned. This location is usually the ICP or a division/group area.

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Calling Resources Early

This occurs when resources are requested in advance, rather than waiting for a critical situation.

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Overwhelmed (OW)

The incident commander becomes overwhelmed and loses control of the situation, resorting to radio calls to manage the incident.

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Resource Prioritization

The first priority after safely arriving at an incident is ensuring the right resources are dispatched.

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Victim Status Confirmation

A critical question to ask dispatch when responding to a structure fire is whether everyone is reported out of the building or not.

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Minimized Radio Traffic

Limiting radio transmissions to essential information to avoid congestion and ensure clear communication.

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Tactical Officer Role

The tactical officer's role in incident management, operating between the IC and the task-level companies, providing situational awareness and coordinating resources.

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Tactical Officer: Anticipation

The tactical officer's ability to predict changing conditions at the scene, such as collapse, flashover, or fire extension, based on their proximity to the event.

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Tactical Officer: Communication Advantage

Face-to-face communication between the tactical officer and their crew, reducing radio traffic and enhancing communication quality.

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Division Supervisor: Focus

Division supervisors oversee specific geographical areas at an incident, like a building floor or the roof.

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Group Supervisor: Focus

Group supervisors oversee functional components of an incident, like fire attack, search, or ventilation.

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Consolidated Command

The importance of organizing companies under division or group supervisors for safe, effective incident management.

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Tactical Officer: Actions

Examples of tactical officer actions during a structure fire, including ordering resources, ensuring searches are complete, and coordinating fire attack and ventilation.

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Tactical Officer: Hostile Fire Events

The need to prevent hostile fire events, such as flashover or backdraft, by recognizing and mitigating potential risks.

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Transfer of Command

The process of transferring responsibility for incident command to another officer, ensuring a smooth transition of information and resources.

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On-Scene After-Action Review

A brief, informal review conducted on-scene with companies to identify and discuss key learning points from the incident.

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Support Functions

Support services provided during an incident to ensure the safety and well-being of responders and the public.

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Citizen Support

The provision of resources and assistance to victims of an incident, including displaced occupants, injured individuals, and families affected by the event.

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Overhaul

A period of time dedicated to thoroughly cleaning up and inspecting the fire scene after initial firefighting operations are complete.

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Containment

The coordinated effort to control the spread of a fire and prevent it from reaching other areas or structures.

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Study Notes

Anatomy and Physiology of an Incident

  • Every incident has three primary levels of operation: strategic, tactical, and task.
  • Incident Types:
    • Type 1: Large-scale, federal-level events (e.g., 9/11, large wildfires, hurricanes)
    • Type 2: State-level incidents (e.g., smaller fires, floods, earthquakes impacting a region within a state)
    • Type 3: County-level or operational-area incidents lasting more than a day, involving more than one agency.
    • Type 4: Multi-alarm/multi-agency events lasting up to 24 hours (e.g., multi-alarm structure fires)
    • Type 5: Single-alarm, initial response events (e.g., medical aids, house fires)
  • Pre-incident considerations:
    • Pre-planning target hazards, high life-threat occupancy buildings, and multi-family dwellings are crucial.
    • Training and team capabilities, along with personnel staffing and experience, are essential.

Incident Anatomy and Physiology

  • Upon dispatch, the incident has 12 components:
    • Dispatch/Response
    • Arrival/Size-Up
    • Priority/Strategy
    • Tactics
    • Tasks
    • Resources
    • ICS/Organization
    • Communications
    • Re-evaluation
    • Support
    • Transfer/Close
    • On-Scene After-Action Review (AAR)

Arrival and Size-up

  • Systematic, institutionalized method of size-up needed for maximum effectiveness.
  • Ongoing mental process of gathering, assessing, and planning. Essential for initial incident action plan.
  • Size-up and arrival reports are not synonymous. Size-up is mental; reports are verbal.

Priority/Strategy

  • Incident Commander (IC) determines priority and strategy.
  • IC is typically furthest from the incident, thinking ahead (then/what-if) for next stages and potential risks.
  • Incident priority is either life-saving, incident stabilization, or property/environment-focused.

Tactical

  • Tactical officers are between the strategic IC and task-level crews.
  • Tactical officers make operational decisions, assign tasks, and assess safety issues for incident tactical objectives.
  • Tactical officers are closer to the work, recognizing and anticipating conditions more quickly.

Task

  • Task level is where the work is done and personnel is directly supervised.
  • It is focused on immediate actions (e.g. stretching hose lines, forcing a door, pumping an engine); involves tunnel vision and exclusion of outside distractions.

Resources

  • Resources should be called early.
  • Priority is ensuring the correct and appropriate resources are deployed to match the situation on the ground.

ICS/Organization

  • ICS is the national standard for organizing incidents.
  • Division and groups are proactive in bridging the gap between strategic and tactical leadership.

Communications

  • Dispatch, command, and tactical channels, along with direct frequencies (limited distance), are typically used.

Re-evaluation

  • The IC must constantly re-evaluate the incident action plan (IAP), based on reports and shifting conditions.

Support

  • Various support functions assist with incident objectives (e.g., additional units, overhead personnel, and specialty units).

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This quiz explores the critical aspects of incident management, focusing on the three primary operational levels: strategic, tactical, and task. Participants will learn about various incident types and the importance of pre-incident considerations for successful emergency response. Test your knowledge on how incidents are structured and the key components of effective management.

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