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Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
- Exercise Plan (correct)
- Operational Briefing
- Resource Allocation
- Incident Action Plan
Which of the following demonstrates a leader's commitment to duty? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following demonstrates a leader's commitment to duty? (Select all that apply)
- Stepping out of a tactical role to assume a leadership role when needed (correct)
- Ensuring tasks are understood (correct)
- Developing subordinates for the future (correct)
- Ignoring personnel needs
Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief?
Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief?
Planning Section Chief
Which major NIMS Component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions?
Which major NIMS Component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions?
To ensure a smooth transfer, the outgoing Incident Commander should provide a ___________ to the new Incident Commander.
To ensure a smooth transfer, the outgoing Incident Commander should provide a ___________ to the new Incident Commander.
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required?
Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required?
Which type of briefing is delivered to individual resources or crews who are assigned to operational tasks and/or work at or near the incident site?
Which type of briefing is delivered to individual resources or crews who are assigned to operational tasks and/or work at or near the incident site?
Which General Staff member directs management of all incident-related operational activities to achieve the incident objectives?
Which General Staff member directs management of all incident-related operational activities to achieve the incident objectives?
Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command?
Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command?
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?
Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended characteristic for incident objectives?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended characteristic for incident objectives?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing?
Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by multiple, conflicting directives?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by multiple, conflicting directives?
When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?
When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?
Which Incident Type requires one or two single resources with up to six personnel?
Which Incident Type requires one or two single resources with up to six personnel?
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told: ______
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told: ______
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Mutual Aid Agreements ________________________________.
Mutual Aid Agreements ________________________________.
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
Which Incident Type requires one or two single resources with up to six personnel?
Which Incident Type requires one or two single resources with up to six personnel?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
Which General Staff member directs management of all incident-related operational activities to achieve the incident objectives?
Which General Staff member directs management of all incident-related operational activities to achieve the incident objectives?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
The Incident Command System (ICS) is:
The Incident Command System (ICS) is:
Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command?
Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command?
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?
When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
An important feature of Emergency Operation Plans is that they ________________________________.
An important feature of Emergency Operation Plans is that they ________________________________.
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told: ______
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told: ______
Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief?
Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief?
Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required?
Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required?
Which major NIMS Component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions?
Which major NIMS Component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions?
When an incident expands ________________________________.
When an incident expands ________________________________.
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?
Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by multiple, conflicting directives?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by multiple, conflicting directives?
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
An important feature of Emergency Operation Plans is that they ________________________________.
An important feature of Emergency Operation Plans is that they ________________________________.
Which statement below correctly describes how to manage span of control using the modular concept?
Which statement below correctly describes how to manage span of control using the modular concept?
Study Notes
Incident Command System (ICS) Overview
- ICS is a standardized management tool used for handling emergencies, applicable to varied situations, both large and small.
- Key principle is to establish a clear span of control through modular organization.
NIMS Components and Characteristics
- NIMS includes a major component: Communications and Information Management, ensuring effective communication and decision-making.
- Chain of Command and Unity of Command are critical to eliminate confusion from conflicting directives.
- Management by Objectives focuses on issuing clear assignments, plans, and protocols to achieve goals.
Incident Types
- Type 1: Requires extensive resources, exceeds 500 personnel per operational period, involves multiple Command and General Staff positions.
- Type 2: Involves up to 200 personnel per operational period, needs regional or national resources.
- Type 3: Extends into multiple operational periods with a need for written Incident Action Plans (IAPs).
- Type 4: Limited to one operational period, doesn't require a written IAP, involves several single resources.
- Type 5: Involves one or two single resources with up to six personnel.
Roles and Responsibilities
- The Incident Commander has the authority to approve IAPs and manage resources; their scope derives from law, agency policies, and delegation of authority.
- The Planning Section Chief facilitates the Operational Period Brief, presenting the IAP to key supervisory personnel.
- The Operations Section Chief directs operational activities to achieve incident objectives.
Briefing Types
- Field-level briefing: Delivered to crews on-site, outlining operational tasks.
- Operational Period Briefing: Presents the IAP for the upcoming period, focusing on supervisory personnel.
Command and Control
- Command transfer process should include a Transfer of Command Briefing to hand over operational responsibilities smoothly.
- All personnel must be informed of the effective time and date of command transfer.
Situational Awareness
- Complexity Analysis is predicting resource needs to determine the management structure for incidents.
- Mutual Aid Agreements support agencies struggling with inadequate resources, fostering collaboration between jurisdictions.
Leadership in ICS
- Effective leaders demonstrate commitment by stepping into leadership roles when needed and ensuring understanding of tasks among subordinates.
- Objectives should be stated clearly; broad terms can introduce ambiguity.
Incident Management Considerations
- As incidents expand, only necessary functions and positions are filled to maintain efficiency.
- Factors like incident complexity do not include cost considerations of responding agencies.
Summary of Key Tasks
- Develop and issue clear objectives and assignments.
- Ensure all staff is informed during any transition of command.
- Utilize modular organization for efficient span of control.
- Utilize Mutual Aid Agreements for resource support.
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