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The incident command system (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.
The incident command system (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.
False (B)
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary.
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary.
True (A)
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management.
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management.
True (A)
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan?
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan?
What is the term for the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident?
What is the term for the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident?
What is Resource Management?
What is Resource Management?
What does Integrated Communications involve?
What does Integrated Communications involve?
What is Unified Command?
What is Unified Command?
Which document outlines the method for coordinating response operations to promote accountability?
Which document outlines the method for coordinating response operations to promote accountability?
Who has overall responsibility for setting incident objectives, strategies, and priorities?
Who has overall responsibility for setting incident objectives, strategies, and priorities?
What does the Operations function in ICS do?
What does the Operations function in ICS do?
What role does the Planning section serve?
What role does the Planning section serve?
What does Logistics involve in incident management?
What does Logistics involve in incident management?
What is the role of the Finance/Administration function?
What is the role of the Finance/Administration function?
Who interfaces with the public and media regarding incident-related information?
Who interfaces with the public and media regarding incident-related information?
Who monitors incident operations and advises the Incident Commander on safety matters?
Who monitors incident operations and advises the Incident Commander on safety matters?
Who serves as the Point of Contact for representatives of governmental agencies during an incident?
Who serves as the Point of Contact for representatives of governmental agencies during an incident?
What is the role of the Incident Coordination function?
What is the role of the Incident Coordination function?
An agency or organization providing personnel and other resources for incident management is called a(n):
An agency or organization providing personnel and other resources for incident management is called a(n):
An ___ is an individual assigned to an incident from an assisting or cooperating agency.
An ___ is an individual assigned to an incident from an assisting or cooperating agency.
What does the Operations Section do?
What does the Operations Section do?
What are the responsibilities of the Operations Section Chief?
What are the responsibilities of the Operations Section Chief?
What are Divisions in ICS?
What are Divisions in ICS?
What do Groups represent in ICS?
What do Groups represent in ICS?
What do Branches represent in ICS?
What do Branches represent in ICS?
What does the Planning Section maintain?
What does the Planning Section maintain?
What are the units within the Planning Section?
What are the units within the Planning Section?
What does the Resource Unit do?
What does the Resource Unit do?
What is the role of the Situation Unit?
What is the role of the Situation Unit?
What is the purpose of the Demobilization Unit?
What is the purpose of the Demobilization Unit?
What does the Documentation Unit prepare?
What does the Documentation Unit prepare?
What are the main responsibilities of the Logistics Section?
What are the main responsibilities of the Logistics Section?
What does the Logistics Section: Service Branch include?
What does the Logistics Section: Service Branch include?
What does the Logistics Section: Support Branch include?
What does the Logistics Section: Support Branch include?
What units are part of Finance/Administration?
What units are part of Finance/Administration?
What is a Staff-Level Briefing?
What is a Staff-Level Briefing?
What characterizes a Field-Level Briefing?
What characterizes a Field-Level Briefing?
What is a Section-Level Briefing?
What is a Section-Level Briefing?
What does the Operational Period Briefing entail?
What does the Operational Period Briefing entail?
An ICS organizational structure should include only the functions and positions needed to achieve the incident objectives.
An ICS organizational structure should include only the functions and positions needed to achieve the incident objectives.
ICS positions may be combined in order to save on staffing or achieve a higher level of efficiency.
ICS positions may be combined in order to save on staffing or achieve a higher level of efficiency.
ICS encourages the use of unique position titles in order to better meet the specific incident needs.
ICS encourages the use of unique position titles in order to better meet the specific incident needs.
A resources unit may be activated without activating the planning section chief.
A resources unit may be activated without activating the planning section chief.
What is a Strike Team?
What is a Strike Team?
What is a Task Force Team?
What is a Task Force Team?
What does Type 5 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 5 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 4 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 4 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 3 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 3 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 2 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 2 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 1 refer to in ICS?
What does Type 1 refer to in ICS?
The arrival of a more qualified person means that a change in incident command must occur.
The arrival of a more qualified person means that a change in incident command must occur.
The effective time and date of the transfer should be communicated to all personnel who need to know.
The effective time and date of the transfer should be communicated to all personnel who need to know.
The transfer should take place face-to-face and include a complete briefing.
The transfer should take place face-to-face and include a complete briefing.
A formal transfer of command is unnecessary when the Deputy Incident Commander is relieving the Incident Commander for an extended rest period.
A formal transfer of command is unnecessary when the Deputy Incident Commander is relieving the Incident Commander for an extended rest period.
Study Notes
Incident Command System (ICS) Overview
- ICS and NIMS are distinct concepts and should not be used interchangeably.
- Effective for managing large events such as sporting events or foreign dignitary visits.
- ICS is a standardized, on-scene framework essential for incident management.
Incident Action Plan (IAP) Characteristics
- IAP is proactive and does not focus on lessons learned from past operational periods.
- It outlines the necessary strategic actions for incident response.
Span of Control
- Refers to the number of individuals or resources a supervisor can effectively manage, typically a ratio of 1:5.
Resource Management Components
- Involves identification and typing of resources, personnel qualification, planning, acquisition, storage, and inventorying resources.
Integrated Communications Objectives
- To maintain connectivity, achieve situational awareness, and facilitate efficient information sharing among responders.
Command Functions
- Unified Command ensures accountability, with each individual reporting to one designated supervisor.
- Incident Command sets objectives and assigns resources for the incident.
Operations and Responsibilities
- Operations section focuses on reaching incident objectives and coordinating resources.
- Planning section supports planning processes, tracks resources, and maintains documentation.
Logistics and Support Roles
- Logistics arranges necessary services to support incident objectives, including food, transportation, and medical services.
- Finance/Administration monitors costs and provides accounting for the incident.
Staff Positions and Reporting Structure
- Public Information Officer interfaces with the media and public, ensuring accurate information distribution.
- Safety Officer advises on health and safety matters for incident personnel.
- Liaison Officer serves as the point of contact for external agencies and organizations.
Organizational Structure in ICS
- The structure should include only necessary functions to achieve incident objectives.
- ICS encourages efficiency by combining position roles when appropriate.
Unit and Team Definitions
- Strike Team: A specific number of the same type of resource.
- Task Force Team: A combination of diverse resources working together.
Incident Types and Control Levels
- Incident Types range from Type 5 (limited resources) to Type 1 (national resources required), each indicating the complexity and scale of the incident.
Transfer of Command Protocols
- Transfer of command should be communicated clearly and occur face-to-face with a complete briefing, particularly if changing leadership due to qualifications or rest periods.
Briefing Types
- Staff-Level Briefing: For non-operational resources at command posts.
- Field-Level Briefing: For crews assigned to operational tasks at the incident site.
- Section-Level Briefing: Delivered to entire sections.
Planning Section Units
- Include Resources Unit, Situation Unit, Demobilization Unit, and Documentation Unit, each serving a specific support function during incidents.
Conclusion
- Understanding ICS concepts and responsibilities is crucial for managing emergency incidents effectively and ensuring coordinated response efforts.
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