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What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving unit or member at an incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving unit or member at an incident?
Who is typically the initial Incident Commander at most incidents?
Who is typically the initial Incident Commander at most incidents?
What do the Command options define for the Company Officer?
What do the Command options define for the Company Officer?
Study Notes
Command Options
- The first arriving unit or member assumes Command of the incident, with various options depending on the situation.
- If a Chief Officer, member, or unit without tactical capabilities (e.g., staff vehicle, no equipment) initiates Command, establishing a Command Post is a top priority.
- At most incidents, the initial Incident Commander is typically the Company Officer.
- The Command options define the Company Officer’s direct involvement in tactical activities and the modes of Command used.
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This quiz covers the responsibility of the first arriving unit or member to assume Command of an incident, including options for establishing a Command Post and the role of the Company Officer.
