SOP 01-03-04

What is the purpose of the procedure described in the text?

To assist members in establishing command

In which section of the procedure is it mandatory for the first arriving division officer to initiate the basic incident command function?

Section 2: General

What are the three options for exercising command as mentioned in Section 2?

Fixed Command, Mobile Command, Pass Command

What is the definition of Fixed Command as per Section 3.1?

Command structure where the incident commander maintains a fixed command location Signup and view all the answers

In the Fixed Command Example provided, what action will Engine 12 be taking?

Attacking with a 2 1/2 Signup and view all the answers

According to the procedure, under what conditions should fixed command be used?

When conditions dictate otherwise Signup and view all the answers

When is Mobile Command utilized?

When the division officer or member assuming command accompanies his/her crew to investigate the situation Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential outcomes when Mobile Command is chosen?

The situation is contained Signup and view all the answers

When should Passing command be considered?

At incidents requiring immediate action of the first arriving officer to stabilize the situation Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Passing command from TRANSFERRING command?

Transferring command requires formal assumption of command by another officer Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the situation is not likely to be quickly stabilized or initial investigations indicate possible long-term involvement?

Assign command of his/her immediate company to another company officer and establish a Fixed Command Signup and view all the answers

What does Mobile Command Example illustrate?

'Nothing showing' situations requiring investigation by the division officer or member assuming command Signup and view all the answers

What does Passing Command Example illustrate?

'Passing command' for incidents requiring immediate action of the first arriving officer Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if an Engine and Ladder arrive at the same time?

'Passing command' should be considered appropriate by the initial incident commander Signup and view all the answers

What is required when command is passed?

The FAO should notify the next arriving company that command has been passed to them Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an Engine and Ladder arrive at different times?

The initial incident commander should establish a Fixed Command post immediately Signup and view all the answers

What does Passing Command relate to?

Situations where there is 'nothing showing' and an investigation is needed by the division officer or member assuming command Signup and view all the answers