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What is the purpose of the incident management system?

To initiate an accountability system

To assign staff aides

To request additional resources

To establish a command structure (correct)

What is the requirement for the supervisory span of control in the command structure?

To establish a stationary command post

To assign staff aides

To request additional resources

To maintain an effective span of control (correct)

Who is in overall command at the scene for the duration of the incident?

The staff aide

The incident commander (correct)

The first ESO unit

The rapid intervention crew/company

When should the incident commander establish a stationary command post?

Following the initial stages of an incident Signup and view all the answers

What does the accountability system initiated by the incident commander include?

Functional and geographical assignments Signup and view all the answers

Who should be assigned as a staff aide by the incident commander?

Members assigned a supervisory responsibility involving three or more companies or crews Signup and view all the answers

When should the incident commander request additional resources?

As needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the incident commander regarding the rapid intervention crew/company?

To designate and assign them Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the incident commander's responsibilities?

To ensure effective management of the incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the section number of the requirement for overall command at the scene?

8.3.1 Signup and view all the answers

Who assumes the role of incident commander for an incident?

The first arriving responder from an ESO Signup and view all the answers

What does the incident commander do during an incident?

Conduct an initial and ongoing situational assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the incident commander in terms of communication?

Establish an effective communications plan Signup and view all the answers

How does the incident commander develop incident objectives?

From the situational assessment Signup and view all the answers

When should the incident commander request additional resources?

Based upon the needs of the incident Signup and view all the answers

What does the incident commander do with respect to the incident organization?

Develops an incident organization for the management of the incident Signup and view all the answers

What should the incident commander do in terms of strategy and tactics?

Review, evaluate, and revise the strategy and tactics based upon the needs of the incident Signup and view all the answers

What does the incident commander provide for in terms of command?

Continuity, transfer, or termination of command Signup and view all the answers

What should the ESO identify and develop emergency operation plans for?

Community risks Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for establishing a command post?

The command post is located in or tied to a vehicle Signup and view all the answers

According to NFPA 1521, a safety officer at an emergency incident has the authority to alter, suspend, or terminate activities if they are judged unsafe or an imminent hazard. What should the safety officer do after taking such actions?

Notify the incident commander immediately Signup and view all the answers

According to NFPA 1521, what should a safety officer do if they identify unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards at an emergency incident that do not present an imminent danger?

Take appropriate action through the incident commander to mitigate or eliminate the unsafe condition Signup and view all the answers

When operating in forward or otherwise hazardous positions, what personal protective equipment (PPE) should a safety officer be attired in according to NFPA 1521?

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Signup and view all the answers

Which NFPA standard sets forth the requirements for appointed safety officers?

NFPA 1521 Signup and view all the answers

If a safety officer identifies unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards that do not present an imminent danger, what should they do according to NFPA 1521?

Take appropriate action through the incident commander to mitigate or eliminate the unsafe condition Signup and view all the answers

What authority does a safety officer have at an emergency incident if they judge activities to be unsafe or an imminent hazard?

To alter, suspend, or terminate those activities Signup and view all the answers

What equipment should a safety officer have when operating in forward or otherwise hazardous positions according to NFPA 1521?

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and radio communication equipment Signup and view all the answers

What should a safety officer do if they identify unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards that do not present an imminent danger at an emergency incident?

Take appropriate action through the incident commander to mitigate or eliminate the unsafe condition Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a safety officer at an emergency incident according to NFPA 1521?

To ensure the safety of all responders and mitigate hazards Signup and view all the answers

Where can the requirements for appointed safety officers be found according to NFPA 1521?

Chapter 5 Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of the incident management system?

What is the requirement for the supervisory span of control in the command structure?

Who is in overall command at the scene for the duration of the incident?

When should the incident commander establish a stationary command post?

What does the accountability system initiated by the incident commander include?

Who should be assigned as a staff aide by the incident commander?

When should the incident commander request additional resources?

What is the responsibility of the incident commander regarding the rapid intervention crew/company?

What is the purpose of the incident commander's responsibilities?

What is the section number of the requirement for overall command at the scene?

Who assumes the role of incident commander for an incident?

What does the incident commander do during an incident?

What is the responsibility of the incident commander in terms of communication?

How does the incident commander develop incident objectives?

When should the incident commander request additional resources?

What does the incident commander do with respect to the incident organization?

What should the incident commander do in terms of strategy and tactics?

What does the incident commander provide for in terms of command?

What should the ESO identify and develop emergency operation plans for?

What are the requirements for establishing a command post?

According to NFPA 1521, a safety officer at an emergency incident has the authority to alter, suspend, or terminate activities if they are judged unsafe or an imminent hazard. What should the safety officer do after taking such actions?

According to NFPA 1521, what should a safety officer do if they identify unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards at an emergency incident that do not present an imminent danger?

When operating in forward or otherwise hazardous positions, what personal protective equipment (PPE) should a safety officer be attired in according to NFPA 1521?

Which NFPA standard sets forth the requirements for appointed safety officers?

If a safety officer identifies unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards that do not present an imminent danger, what should they do according to NFPA 1521?

What authority does a safety officer have at an emergency incident if they judge activities to be unsafe or an imminent hazard?

What equipment should a safety officer have when operating in forward or otherwise hazardous positions according to NFPA 1521?

What should a safety officer do if they identify unsafe conditions, operations, or hazards that do not present an imminent danger at an emergency incident?

What is the role of a safety officer at an emergency incident according to NFPA 1521?

Where can the requirements for appointed safety officers be found according to NFPA 1521?

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