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What is the primary purpose of Command Function #2 in incident management?
What is the primary purpose of Command Function #2 in incident management?
- To assign a tactical channel for command.
- To create a uniform process for initial command assumption. (correct)
- To ensure all units respond to the same incident.
- To determine the strategy of the incident.
Under what circumstances must command be formally declared?
Under what circumstances must command be formally declared?
- For incidents where 3 or more units are dispatched. (correct)
- When 2 or fewer units are dispatched.
- Only when a tactical channel is assigned.
- For all single-unit responses.
What does the first officer arriving at a multi-unit incident need to transmit to establish command?
What does the first officer arriving at a multi-unit incident need to transmit to establish command?
- An Incident Action Plan.
- A formal transfer of command.
- A standard Initial Radio Report. (correct)
- A confirmation of unit assignments.
How does Fire Control confirm the initial command after the IRR is transmitted?
How does Fire Control confirm the initial command after the IRR is transmitted?
What is required of the initial Incident Commander regarding the incident's strategy?
What is required of the initial Incident Commander regarding the incident's strategy?
Once command is established, how should communication be directed?
Once command is established, how should communication be directed?
What is the role of the first arriving officer when only 1 or 2 companies respond to an incident?
What is the role of the first arriving officer when only 1 or 2 companies respond to an incident?
What happens to the initial Incident Commander when command is transferred or the incident is stabilized?
What happens to the initial Incident Commander when command is transferred or the incident is stabilized?
What is one advantage of a Mobile Command Position?
What is one advantage of a Mobile Command Position?
What is a key disadvantage of operating in a Mobile Command Position?
What is a key disadvantage of operating in a Mobile Command Position?
Which of the following describes a situation where a Mobile Command Position should end?
Which of the following describes a situation where a Mobile Command Position should end?
Which statement correctly describes a Stationary Command Position?
Which statement correctly describes a Stationary Command Position?
When should the initial Incident Commander take a stationary command position?
When should the initial Incident Commander take a stationary command position?
Which action can compromise the effectiveness of a Mobile Command Position?
Which action can compromise the effectiveness of a Mobile Command Position?
What is necessary for crews remaining in the hazard zone?
What is necessary for crews remaining in the hazard zone?
Which of the following is NOT a resource concern when managing a Mobile Command Position?
Which of the following is NOT a resource concern when managing a Mobile Command Position?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving officer at an incident?
What is the primary responsibility of the first arriving officer at an incident?
Which command position allows for mobility within the hazard zone?
Which command position allows for mobility within the hazard zone?
What is the radio designation used by the incident commander?
What is the radio designation used by the incident commander?
Who typically assumes command when multiple units have arrived at an incident?
Who typically assumes command when multiple units have arrived at an incident?
What is a key advantage of mobile command for the first arriving officer?
What is a key advantage of mobile command for the first arriving officer?
Which level is primarily managed by the first arriving officer during an incident?
Which level is primarily managed by the first arriving officer during an incident?
What action does the first arriving officer take regarding incident action planning?
What action does the first arriving officer take regarding incident action planning?
What is the role of Battalion Commanders after the first arriving officer?
What is the role of Battalion Commanders after the first arriving officer?
What is the first action a Battalion Commander should take upon arriving at the scene?
What is the first action a Battalion Commander should take upon arriving at the scene?
What does a Battalion Commander need to provide to Command after arriving at the scene?
What does a Battalion Commander need to provide to Command after arriving at the scene?
Which statement correctly describes the command transfer process?
Which statement correctly describes the command transfer process?
What confirmation does a Battalion Commander request to verify hazard zone resources?
What confirmation does a Battalion Commander request to verify hazard zone resources?
What should the Battalion Commander announce when transferring command?
What should the Battalion Commander announce when transferring command?
How should the Battalion Commander ideally transfer command?
How should the Battalion Commander ideally transfer command?
What is a key factor in facilitating a seamless command transfer?
What is a key factor in facilitating a seamless command transfer?
What should Battalion Commanders reference prior to arriving at the incident scene?
What should Battalion Commanders reference prior to arriving at the incident scene?
Study Notes
Command and its Purpose
- Command should be declared on incidents with 3 or more units dispatched.
- The first arriving officer assumes command by transmitting an Initial Radio Report (IRR), confirmed by Fire Control.
- The Incident Commander sizes up the situation, determines strategy, and formulates an Incident Action Plan (IAP), shared with all participants.
- Command remains with the initial officer until transferred or the incident is stabilized.
- Formal command must be established when there’s a hazard zone and 3 or more units are present.
The Three Operational Levels
- Strategic level: Overall incident management.
- Tactical level: Implement and execute the IAP to achieve tactical priorities.
- Task level: Directly supervising crews and assisting with tasks to control the incident.
Naming Command – Radio Designations
- The radio designation “COMMAND” is used with the major cross road or specific occupancy name (e.g., “Main Street Command”).
Mobile Command Position: Company Officers
- Mobile and located within the hazard zone in full PPE.
- Preferred position for the initial arriving Engine Company Officer or Battalion Commander.
- Advantages: Enhanced crew safety and accountability, more information for decision-making, faster problem-solving.
- Disadvantages: Combining task and strategic command can be challenging, communication difficulties in hazardous areas, limited field of vision.
- Ends in one of three ways: Situation stabilized, command transferred to a Battalion Commander, if not stabilized and a BC is delayed, the incident commander assumes stationary command.
Stationary Command Position: Battalion Commanders
- Stationary, remote, outside the hazard zone, typically in a vehicle (Command Post – CP).
- Most effective command position.
- Requires a tactical worksheet to manage the incident.
- Battalion Commanders should prepare by reviewing pre-plan information, aerial views, and hydrant locations, and logging companies on the tactical worksheet.
Transferring Command
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The first arriving BC upgrades command to the stationary command position.
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Upon arrival, the BC must: announce their arrival, contact command and provide a unit rundown, confirm by requesting a CAN report, announce command transfer, contact fire control and confirm the transfer, announce the current strategy, and make a resource determination.
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Command transfers should be concise.
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Explore the fundamentals of incident command, including the roles and responsibilities of the Incident Commander and the operational levels involved. Understand the importance of the Initial Radio Report and how command is established and managed during emergency incidents. This quiz will test your knowledge on key concepts related to incident management.
