40 Questions
What is the role of the Incident Commander?
To develop and implement strategic decisions for approving the ordering and release of resources
What is Unified Command?
An authority structure in which the role of incident commander is shared by two or more individuals
What is the purpose of an Event Action Plan?
To prioritize objectives and define roles for an event
What is considered when determining the event location?
The projected attendance and safe ingress and egress routes
How is anticipated attendance typically determined?
Based on tickets sold, intelligence, or attendance from a prior event’s attendance
What type of plan is developed prior to a special event?
Event Action Plan
What is the purpose of forecasting logistical requirements?
To ensure adequate resources are available for an event
What is an example of a preplanned event that may evolve into an IAP?
A fire during a concert
What is the primary purpose of the pre-event briefing?
To review the approved plan and confirm assignments with involved resources
What should be communicated to individual employees, supervisors, volunteers, and partners?
Assignments or mission-specific roles
Why should the command post (CP) not be located within the direct footprint of the event?
To ensure the safety of personnel and equipment
What should be logged prior to set up and distribution?
Special equipment
What should staff be familiarized with to ensure a smooth event?
The area through the use of maps
What should be considered when planning the event layout?
Ingress and egress routes, road closures, and hospitals
What is not a suitable method for familiarizing staff with the event area?
Relying on satellite mapping
What is the primary purpose of verifying permits and requirements?
To ensure the event is legally compliant and safe
Why is it important to carefully choose the location of the Command Post?
To ensure efficient deployment of resources
What should be communicated to deconflict activities?
The identity of undercover personnel
What is the primary purpose of advance intelligence monitoring in event planning?
To identify social media attention that may bring disruptions to the event
What is the purpose of reviewing possible 'what if's' in contingency plans?
To prepare for unexpected events
What is the role of the Incident Commander (IC) / Unified Command (UC)?
To be identified for all events
What is the purpose of staging areas in special event planning?
To provide additional resources and support
What is a vital aspect of parking lot security during special events?
Deterrents to crime and response to life safety emergencies
Why should undercover personnel attend the pre-event briefing?
To facilitate uniform personnel familiarity
Who should special event planning be shared with to ensure adequate monitoring?
The Strategic Investigations Division Analytical Supervisor
What should be considered during special events?
Event management, including inclement weather, medical emergencies, and more
What is the purpose of real-time intelligence monitoring during special events?
To monitor various factors for planning and response
What is the purpose of considering transportation requirements?
To prepare for emergency situations
What is a possible measure for street closures during special events?
Barricades, cones, vehicles, or staff
What should be reviewed during contingency planning?
Possible 'what if's', including various scenarios
What is a possible use of staging areas during special events?
As a landing zone for medivac
What is a possible factor considered in real-time intelligence monitoring during special events?
Size of the event
What is the primary purpose of conducting threat and risk assessments?
To identify potential threats and develop plans to prevent harm
What is the role of deputies not receiving specialized assignments?
To perform proactive patrol and enforcement
What is the purpose of a roster in the context of special events?
To track resources available for special events
What is the primary focus of a post-event demobilization?
To implement a phased and orderly withdrawal of law enforcement resources
What is the purpose of reviewing and revising policies and procedures?
To ensure compliance with applicable guidelines
What is the primary purpose of reporting after a special event?
To complete required documentation such as event reports and overtime slips
What is the role of the Incident Commander during a post-event demobilization?
To implement a phased and orderly withdrawal of law enforcement resources
What is the purpose of requesting additional resources during a special event?
To ensure adequate resources are available to respond to emerging needs
Study Notes
Incident Management
- Preplanned events may evolve into incidents, such as a fire during a concert.
- An Incident Commander (IC) is responsible for incident activities, including strategic decisions and resource allocation.
- Unified Command (UC) is a shared authority structure between two or more individuals from different responding agencies.
Pre-Event Planning
- Every preplanned event requires an IC/UC approved Event Action Plan (EAP) or Incident Action Plan (IAP).
- The plan should prioritize objectives, forecast logistical requirements, and define roles.
- Considerations include:
- Anticipated attendance based on tickets sold, intelligence, or prior event attendance.
- Event location and safe ingress and egress routes.
- Street closures and parking lot security.
- Intelligence gathering, including advance and real-time monitoring.
- Staging areas for resources, including landing zones for medivac and evacuation areas.
Pre-Event Briefing
- A briefing is conducted with involved resources to review the approved plan and ensure staff have necessary information.
- Considerations include:
- Assignments and mission-specific roles communicated to employees, supervisors, volunteers, and partners.
- Communication methods, including radio channels, phones, and WebEOC.
- Equipment logging and distribution.
- Familiarization with the area through maps.
- Command Post location and safety considerations.
- Undercover personnel and their roles.
Event Management
- Threat and Risk Assessments are ongoing to identify potential hazards and develop plans to prevent or mitigate harm.
- Critical Incidents are handled in accordance with the Critical Incident Response Plan.
- Resources are tracked and additional resources are requested as needed.
- Deputies perform proactive patrol and enforcement during events.
Post-Event Demobilization
- The IC/UC or authorized designee implements a phased and orderly withdrawal of law enforcement resources.
- Relieved employees complete required documentation, including event reports and overtime slips.
- Equipment is disassembled or returned and inventoried.
This quiz tests your knowledge on the roles and responsibilities of an Incident Commander in emergency management, including strategic decision-making and resource allocation. Review key concepts and terminology related to Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Incident Action Plans (IAPs).
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