Transfer Command FOG

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Who initiates Command (IC #1) when the incident first arrives?

The first-arriving unit (correct)
The last-arriving unit
Any RFA member
The first-arriving Chief Officer

When should a Chief Officer assume Command of the incident?

Only after IC #1 has left the scene
When directed by IC #1
Immediately upon arrival at the scene
After the completion of Transfer of Command procedures (correct)

What is the preferred method for IC #2 to communicate with IC #1 during the transfer of Command?

Email communication
Written report
Face-to-face communication (correct)
Radio communication

What should IC #1 include in the briefing for IC #2?

An overview of the incident conditions (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is it permissible for IC #1 to transfer Command to a Chief Officer?

When a Chief Officer arrives at the same time as the initial arriving unit (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who may not be given Command of the incident during the transfer?

An officer not on the scene (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the safety considerations IC #1 must inform IC #2 about?

Hazmat spill or release details (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Tactical Objectives refer to in the briefing process?

Specific actions to be taken during the incident (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should NOT be included in the briefing from IC #1 to IC #2?

Detailed financial report of resources (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Command and Transfer of Command

The first unit arriving at an incident initiates command (IC #1), regardless of rank.
The first arriving Chief Officer assumes command after completing transfer of command procedures, becoming (IC #2).
If a Chief Officer arrives at the same time as the initial unit, the Chief Officer assumes command.
Command cannot be transferred to an officer not present at the scene.

Transfer of Command Procedures

Command is transferred via radio or face-to-face, with face-to-face communication preferred.
The officer taking over command (IC #2) will receive a briefing from the current commander (IC #1) including:
- Incident conditions (fire location and extent, Hazmat spills, or release, number of patients, etc).
- The incident management plan.
- The completion of tactical objectives.
- Safety considerations.
- Deployment and assignment of operating companies and personnel.
- Needed additional resources.

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This quiz covers the essential procedures for initiating and transferring command in emergency incidents. It highlights the roles played by the first responders and the Chief Officer during the transfer of command, as well as the critical information exchanged. Test your knowledge on effective incident command operations.