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What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
- To explain the background and purpose of the National Incident Management System
- To develop from the arrival of the first resource until the requirement for management and operations no longer exists
- To allow agencies to work together toward a common goal in an effective and efficient manner (correct)
- To implement procedures for controlling personnel, facilities, equipment, and communications
When was the Incident Command System (ICS) developed?
When was the Incident Command System (ICS) developed?
- After large fires in Southern California in 1970 (correct)
- In response to the review of emergency management procedures
- After the implementation of the National Incident Management System
- In 1998
What is the structure of the Incident Command System (ICS) intended to be staffed and operated by?
What is the structure of the Incident Command System (ICS) intended to be staffed and operated by?
- Qualified personnel from any emergency services agency (correct)
- Personnel from specific government agencies
- Only qualified personnel from fire departments
- Untrained volunteers
What title can apply equally to an engine company officer or to the chief of the department within the Incident Command System (ICS)?
What title can apply equally to an engine company officer or to the chief of the department within the Incident Command System (ICS)?
What does ICS consist of procedures for controlling?
What does ICS consist of procedures for controlling?
When is ICS designed to begin developing?
When is ICS designed to begin developing?
What is the primary goal of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?
What is the primary goal of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?
What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) according to the Incident Command procedures?
What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC) according to the Incident Command procedures?
Which statement best describes the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
Which statement best describes the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?
What is the role of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) in preparing government agencies for incidents and disasters?
What is the role of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) in preparing government agencies for incidents and disasters?
According to the text, what is the primary function of the Incident Commander’s (IC) position at every emergency incident?
According to the text, what is the primary function of the Incident Commander’s (IC) position at every emergency incident?
What is the purpose of the NIMS process according to the text?
What is the purpose of the NIMS process according to the text?
What does Section 3.4.1 of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) aim to accomplish?
What does Section 3.4.1 of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) aim to accomplish?
According to the text, what is one of the key features of the Incident Command procedures?
According to the text, what is one of the key features of the Incident Command procedures?
What is emphasized by the NIMS process according to the text?
What is emphasized by the NIMS process according to the text?
According to Section 3.2 of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), what is meant by integrating activities along functional lines at all levels of government?
According to Section 3.2 of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), what is meant by integrating activities along functional lines at all levels of government?