IMS Manual Definitions Quiz
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What is required for a Level 1 staging location?

  • Only needs to accommodate one responding unit.
  • Should be sufficient size for all anticipated units. (correct)
  • Should be at least one mile away from the incident.
  • Located close to the incident scene for immediate access.

    • What is the primary authority responsible for directing the formal staging process?

  • Communications Center.
  • Emergency Management Coordinator.
  • Operations Section Chief.
  • Incident Commander. (correct)

    • In a high-rise incident, where should staging occur?

  • At the top floor of the building.
  • In a neighboring building.
  • Two floors below the fire. (correct)
  • On the ground floor near the entrance.

    • Which zone represents the area where risks outweigh the benefits?

    <p>Hot zone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Initial Isolation Zone become once the product is confirmed?

    <p>Hot zone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the exclusion zone in an incident?

    <p>It is where risks outweigh the benefits and requires limited access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor primarily influences decision-making for isolation in an incident?

    <p>Potential to harm life and critical systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resource is used to determine the Initial Isolation Zone?

    <p>Emergency Response Guide (ERG) and WISER.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary intent of the IMS manual?

    <p>To implement a common approach for mitigating emergency incidents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should revisions to the IMS manual occur?

    <p>Biennially.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organizational level is identified by using Roman Numerals or Functional Areas?

    <p>Branch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of building construction is classified as Type IV?

    <p>Non-combustible with solid or laminated wood elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym CANS stand for in IMS terminology?

    <p>Conditions, Actions, Needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Command Staff within the IMS?

    <p>To directly report to the IC and provide specialized advisory support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using defensive mode during an incident?

    <p>To control exposure and prevent fire extension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for managing a single company at an incident scene?

    <p>Company Officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the incident commander in fire operations?

    <p>To organize incident factors in priority order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Risk Benefit Analysis emphasize regarding firefighter lives?

    <p>Firefighter lives may be risked only for lives and property that can be saved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum distance a building can be classified as an exposure?

    <p>30 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required under the Aldridge-Benge FF Safety Act for buildings with light-frame truss construction?

    <p>Signage indicating the presence of truss construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two major components of the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

    <p>Strategy determination and tactical development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum flow rate required for an exposure line?

    <p>2.5 inches at 200 gpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main intent of applying extinguishment methods during a fire incident?

    <p>To reduce the temperature of the burning material below ignition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How quickly can a floor built using lightweight construction become unstable when exposed to fire?

    <p>Within 3 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hose line size is typically used for most initial fires in a single room?

    <p>1 ¾ inches at 150 gpm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is assumed about every building during a fire incident?

    <p>It has lightweight construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the backup hose line in firefighting operations?

    <p>To protect the first line with similar capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects the objectives of the overall incident strategy within the IAP?

    <p>Goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the overhaul process during firefighting?

    <p>To expose hidden fires and ensure complete extinguishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What usually leads to the formal requirement for a written Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

    <p>Large-scale incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tactical priority does salvage operations aim to protect?

    <p>Property Conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is controlling ventilation critical during a limited ventilation fire?

    <p>To control the door and coordinate with water application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a Public Information Officer (PIO) during an incident?

    <p>To represent and advise on public information matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Joint Information System (JIS) facilitate?

    <p>Integration of public information activities across jurisdictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP)?

    <p>To define organizations' responsibilities and how they will be implemented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a large scale operation, what role does the on-scene PIO serve?

    <p>As the link to the Joint Information Center (JIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Joint Information Center (JIC) provide?

    <p>A physical location for public affairs professionals involved in incident management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the analysis of incidents important in crisis management?

    <p>It allows for the identification of successful strategies and mistakes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should debriefings ideally be concluded?

    <p>By ending with an optimistic outlook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information is crucial to communicate during crises or emergencies?

    <p>Timely and accurate information for the public</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an informal AAR?

    <p>To facilitate a simple discussion of company actions and outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should an AAR be conducted for best practices?

    <p>Immediately after the incident or within a few shifts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for moderating a formal AAR?

    <p>The CQI Officer or Incident Commander.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the tone of the debriefing during an AAR?

    <p>Encouragement of open discussion without fear of reprisal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the final STEALTH Report?

    <p>All incident analysis, lessons learned, and relevant media.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these actions is performed during the AAR analytical process?

    <p>Identifying system issues and root causes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should lessons learned from an incident be managed after the AAR?

    <p>They should be shared with the entire department for broader learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the CQI Officer in relation to the AAR process?

    <p>To review incident details and conduct the formal AAR.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    IMS Manual Definitions

    • Intent: To implement a common approach to emergency incidents in a region (PBC).
    • Future Revisions: Occur biennially.
    • Procedures: Adhere to NFPA 1561 and NIMS Presidential Directive-5.
    • Incident Command (IC): Primarily manages major incidents, requiring additional command staff like Area Command.
    • Base: Location for incident logistical coordination, prior to entering the incident scene.
    • Branch: Organizational level with functional, geographical, or jurisdictional responsibility for parts of incidents, spanning between Section and Div/Group in the Operations Section.
    • Building Construction Types: Classified into different types based on fire resistance, wood content, and dimensions.
      • Type I (Fire Resistive): Non-combustible or limited combustible with a higher fire rating.
      • Type II (Non-Combustible): Non-combustible or limited combustible with a lower fire rating.
      • Type III (Ordinary): Entirely or partially of approved noncombustible, limited combustible or other approved combustible wood of smaller dimensions than heavy timber.
      • Type IV (Heavy Timber): Solid or laminated wood, without concealed spaces, meeting NFPA 220 section 4.5.5 dimensions.
      • Type V (Wood Frame): Walls, arches, floors, and roofs that are entirely or partially of wood or other materials.
    • Conditions, Actions, Needs, Statement of Command (CANS): Refers to the chain of command within the IMS.
    • Chain of Command: Orderly line of authority within the IMS.
    • Command Officer: Single unit resource, rank of EMS captain or higher.
    • Command Staff: Consists of advisors including safety, liaison, PIO, and advisors who report to the IC.
    • Company Officer: Responsible for a single company at an incident.
    • Defensive Mode: Outside use of large-capacity fire streams, placed between the fire and exposures, to prevent fire extension.
    • Division: Organizational level responsible for operations in a defined geographic location.
    • Emergency Evacuation: Advises personnel of imminent danger requiring evacuation.
    • Emergency Traffic: Advises personnel of imminent danger by dispatch, when any company has immediate communication to needs to be broadcasted.
    • Event Action Plan (EAP): Procedures to minimize loss of life and property.

    Additional Information

    • Fire Formula: (Length x Width)/3 x % involved.
    • Incident Command (IC): Responsible for every phase of the incident, manages all responsibilities of protection of lives and properties.
    • Incident Objectives: Specific, measurable direction that guides strategy and tactics.
    • Incident Management Team (IMT): Group of ICS-qualified personnel for key positions.
    • National Incident Management System (NIMS): A systematic approach to guide all levels of government and nongovernment and private sectors to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond, and recover incidents.
    • National Preparedness System (NPS): A process to achieve a secure, resilient nation and dealing with incidents that range from daily occurrences to incidents requiring federal responses.
    • Span of Control: Number of subordinates a supervisor is responsible for, typically expressed as a ratio.
    • Staging Area: Temporary location for available resources.

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    Test your knowledge on Incident Management System (IMS) definitions, procedures, and classifications. This quiz covers important terms like Incident Command, Base, Branch, and various Building Construction Types as outlined in the IMS manual. Enhance your understanding of emergency incident management principles.

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