ICS Fire Officer Chapter 14 Quiz: Point of Contact & Strategic Objectives

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What is the primary purpose of the National Response Framework (NRF)?

To focus solely on firefighting strategies

To outline specific details of incident response plans

To establish command staff roles in incident management

To provide a comprehensive, all-hazards approach to incident response (correct)

Which agency is listed as the primary agency for firefighting in the NRF?

Department of Defense

Department of Homeland Security

Department of Agriculture/Forest Service (correct)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

What is the role of the safety officer in incident management?

To delegate duties to other sections of the incident organization

To outline strategic objectives in the Incident Action Plan

To act as the initial Incident Commander (IC)

To ensure effective management of safety issues at the incident scene (correct)

According to NFPA 1561, which standard addresses Emergency Services Incident Management System and Command Safety?

NFPA 1561 Signup and view all the answers

Who in the ICS organization is responsible for gathering and releasing incident information to the news media?

Public Information Officer Signup and view all the answers

To whom does the logistics section chief report in the ICS organization?

General Staff Signup and view all the answers

Which ICS organizational element is responsible for developing and updating the IAP?

Planning Section Signup and view all the answers

In which ICS organizational element are branches commonly used?

Logistics Section Signup and view all the answers

Which unit is part of the service branch?

Communications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a strike team in ICS?

Wildland firefighting Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of 'balloon frame' construction?

It is known for its earthquake resistance Signup and view all the answers

Why are high-rise apartments particularly challenging for firefighting operations?

They are designed with multiple exits for easy evacuation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of 'podium' construction in buildings?

It minimizes the risk of collapse during fires Signup and view all the answers

Why do cathedral ceilings pose a challenge in firefighting operations?

They promote efficient heat dissipation Signup and view all the answers

What should fire officers prioritize when conducting an incident review?

Drawing an incident scene diagram Signup and view all the answers

Which section is responsible for developing and updating the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a liaison officer in Incident Command System (ICS)?

Exchanging information with representatives from outside agencies Signup and view all the answers

In ICS, what does a division represent?

A geographic operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of staging in incident management?

Providing a designated stand-by location for uncommitted resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the smallest organizational element within the incident management system?

Unit Signup and view all the answers

What does a strike team consist of?

Five units of the same type with an assigned leader Signup and view all the answers

Where are civilian fire deaths and injuries most frequently located?

Single-family dwellings Signup and view all the answers

Which type of construction was common until the 1930s and facilitated rapid fire spread throughout a building?

Balloon frame construction Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a public information officer in ICS?

Gathering and releasing incident information to the news media Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the logistics section chief in ICS?

Routine performance of logistical functions by support services personnel Signup and view all the answers

What are branches in an Incident Command System (ICS)?

Supervisory levels established in either operations or logistics functions Signup and view all the answers

What does a task force consist of?

Two to five single resources that are assembled to accomplish a specific task Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary federal agency for firefighting according to the ESF annexes?

United States Fire Administration Signup and view all the answers

Which component of ICS outlines the strategic objectives and states how emergency operations will be conducted?

Incident action plan Signup and view all the answers

When is the use of an Incident Action Plan (IAP) optional?

Never. An IAP is required for all incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which position on the ICS command staff is responsible for ensuring that safety issues are managed effectively at the incident scene?

Safety Officer Signup and view all the answers

Which NFPA standard is Emergency Services Incident Management System?

1600 Signup and view all the answers

Which member of the ICS command staff acts as the incident commander’s point of contact for representatives from outside agencies?

Liaison Officer Signup and view all the answers

Which major functional component of the ICS general staff is responsible for the management of all actions directly related to controlling the incident?

Operations Signup and view all the answers

How many major functional components does everything that occurs at an emergency incident get divided among in the ICS organization?

6 Signup and view all the answers

Which position is NOT part of the ICS command staff?

Staging Officer Signup and view all the answers

What does ICS stand for in the context of emergency response?

Incident Command System Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for overseeing the use of elevators in a firefighting operation?

Lobby Control Officer Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first step in conducting an incident review according to the text?

Describing the situation as presented on arrival Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

National Response Framework (NRF)

The primary purpose of the NRF is to provide a framework for responding to domestic incidents.

Incident Management

The primary agency for firefighting in the NRF is listed as the US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
The safety officer's role is to ensure that safety issues are managed effectively at the incident scene.
NFPA 1561 is the standard that addresses Emergency Services Incident Management System and Command Safety.

Incident Command System (ICS)

The Public Information Officer is responsible for gathering and releasing incident information to the news media.
The Logistics Section Chief reports to the Incident Commander.
The Planning Section is responsible for developing and updating the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
The Operations Section is the ICS organizational element where branches are commonly used.
The Service Branch is a part of the Logistics Section.
A strike team in ICS is a set of resources that are organized to accomplish a specific task or function.

Building Construction and Firefighting

Balloon frame construction is characterized by the lack of fire-stopping between floors, which can facilitate rapid fire spread.
High-rise apartments are particularly challenging for firefighting operations due to the complexity of the building's layout and the need for specialized equipment.
The main advantage of 'podium' construction is that it allows for more flexible and open floor plans.
Cathedral ceilings pose a challenge in firefighting operations because they can create a large, open space that can be difficult to ventilate.

Incident Review and ICS

Fire officers should prioritize identifying lessons learned and areas for improvement when conducting an incident review.
The Planning Section is responsible for developing and updating the Incident Action Plan (IAP).
The primary role of a Liaison Officer in ICS is to act as the incident commander's point of contact for representatives from outside agencies.
In ICS, a division represents a geographical area of the incident.
Staging is used in incident management to organize resources and prioritize their deployment.
The smallest organizational element within the incident management system is the single resource.
A strike team consists of a set of resources that are organized to accomplish a specific task or function.
Civilian fire deaths and injuries are most frequently located in the living room or kitchen.

Other ICS Concepts

The primary federal agency for firefighting according to the ESF annexes is the US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.
The Incident Action Plan (IAP) outlines the strategic objectives and states how emergency operations will be conducted.
The use of an Incident Action Plan (IAP) is optional for small, routine incidents.
The Operations Section is the major functional component of the ICS general staff responsible for the management of all actions directly related to controlling the incident.
ICS divides everything that occurs at an emergency incident among five major functional components.
The Finance/Administration Section is not part of the ICS command staff.
ICS stands for Incident Command System.
The Incident Commander is responsible for overseeing the use of elevators in a firefighting operation.
The first step in conducting an incident review should be to gather and review relevant data and information.

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