Emergency Response Decision Making

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What is the primary responsibility of the initial incident commander (IC) as mentioned in the text?

Ensuring worker safety (correct)
Assigning tasks to multiple individuals
Supervising the incident remotely
Directly communicating with workers

Why is it important for the IC to confirm and name command in the initial radio report?

To clarify who is in command (correct)
To supervise workers remotely
To eliminate freelancing risks
To assign tasks to workers

What does assuming a stationary, remote command-post position allow the IC to do effectively?

Provide first aid to injured workers
See, hear, evaluate, decide, order, and react (correct)
Supervise the incident on-site
Assign tasks to workers

How does naming command at the start of operations impact worker safety?

Strengthens operational impact and eliminates freelancing risks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of having a single IC in command during an incident?

Maintain control and coordination of operations (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) according to the text?

Transferring command responsibility to others (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is critical to achieving 'consistent initial command assumption capability'?

Implementing clear standard operating procedures (SOPs) (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the first arriving department member is the 'only person who can directly evaluate conditions and use observable information'?

They possess clairvoyance and cosmic capability (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is the result when the 'responsibility or authority balance for first arrivers' is not properly achieved?

The process becomes 'complicated (very obvious)' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Command' now refer to jointly?

The person, the functions, and the location of command (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the command system regarding the incident commander?

To establish standard management control at the beginning of the event (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the incident command system, what happens if the initial command window is missed?

There is no opportunity to regain the initial effectiveness (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of missing the 'front end' in some incidents?

The whole event may be lost (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the incident command system empower and direct the first arriver to do?

Begin performing regular command functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does IMS provide to the incident commander, according to the text?

Organizational power and capability to bring structure and discipline (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the central role of incident command?

To establish command, control conditions, and return control to customers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is the most effective initial command position?

A position that allows the incident commander to quickly assess and respond (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the typical approach of responders?

Quickly respond, assess the situation, and take action (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about incident termination?

Incidents are terminated when responders have done all they can (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to effective command, control, and coordination?

Quick response, assessment, and committed action (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the command system described in the text?

To establish a standardized procedure for incident command from the very beginning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key function of Command Function number 1 as described in the text?

To describe the basic functions of command in the standard command routine (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not having an incident commander established and operating on the scene according to the text?

The command and coordination outcomes will not happen until an incident commander is present (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the 'command SOP' described in the text?

To describe and regularize the command functions, particularly in the critical front-end period of operations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'never' occurring in the context of the command system described in the text?

It refers to the consistent application of Command Function number 1 to ensure a strong, initial-command beginning (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an IC maintaining a strong stationary position throughout an incident?

To maintain operational control and monitor changing needs effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the first arriver to assume initial command quickly and efficiently?

To eliminate any zero-impact period and establish command promptly (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of confirming command assumption with a standard initial radio report?

To establish clear communication and confirm authority (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for the IC to correctly position themselves to match and support the current command mode?

To maintain effective command and control based on the operational needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should the IC begin to 'package' for ongoing operations and escalation according to the text?

None of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should an IC confirm command assumption upon arrival?

None of the above (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acting and sounding like command on the radio' entail for the IC?

Giving clear commands and maintaining authority over communication channels (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial for the IC to set up a standard command post as quickly as possible?

To ensure continuous availability for communication and monitoring needs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why an IC might need to transfer command during an incident?

To cater to changing operational needs or resource commitments (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does naming command based on location or occupancy impact operational effectiveness?

It provides clarity on who holds authority over the incident area (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the three distinct command modes mentioned in the text?

Investigative command mode (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of having command vehicles set up as initial command posts?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the potential issue with the Incident Commander (IC) not being in one of the three distinct command modes?