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What is the primary role of the first RFA member or unit arriving at an incident scene?
What is the primary role of the first RFA member or unit arriving at an incident scene?
- To wait for additional units to assess the situation.
- To gather information from witnesses about the incident.
- To establish and initiate command of the incident. (correct)
- To begin evacuation procedures immediately.
Which component is NOT included in the initial radio report when establishing command?
Which component is NOT included in the initial radio report when establishing command?
- A detailed history of recent incidents. (correct)
- A brief description of the incident situation.
- Obvious safety concerns.
- Unit designation of the arriving unit.
What radio designation should the initial Incident Commander use?
What radio designation should the initial Incident Commander use?
- Scene Commander.
- Operational Commander.
- Incident Chief.
- Command or IC. (correct)
In which operational mode is the first arriving unit engaged in immediate fire attack or mitigation efforts?
In which operational mode is the first arriving unit engaged in immediate fire attack or mitigation efforts?
What must the initial Incident Commander declare after assuming command?
What must the initial Incident Commander declare after assuming command?
Which operational mode involves protecting exposures while engaging from a defensive position?
Which operational mode involves protecting exposures while engaging from a defensive position?
What action should the initial unit take when obvious conditions such as a working fire are present?
What action should the initial unit take when obvious conditions such as a working fire are present?
How should the command designation change throughout an incident?
How should the command designation change throughout an incident?
Which of the following is an indication that the incident is in Life Rescue Mode?
Which of the following is an indication that the incident is in Life Rescue Mode?
What is a common misconception about the responsibilities of the first arriving unit?
What is a common misconception about the responsibilities of the first arriving unit?
What must the first arriving RFA unit do after initiating command?
What must the first arriving RFA unit do after initiating command?
What should be included in the initial radio report?
What should be included in the initial radio report?
When does the initial Incident Commander maintain command?
When does the initial Incident Commander maintain command?
Which operational mode indicates that nothing is visible and further checking is needed?
Which operational mode indicates that nothing is visible and further checking is needed?
What is the radio designation for the first arriving unit during an incident?
What is the radio designation for the first arriving unit during an incident?
What does the assumption of 'Command' necessitate from the first unit?
What does the assumption of 'Command' necessitate from the first unit?
In which operational mode does the first unit engage in immediate victim rescue?
In which operational mode does the first unit engage in immediate victim rescue?
Which of the following statements is accurate about the Command designation?
Which of the following statements is accurate about the Command designation?
What action should the first arrival take in response to obvious conditions like a Haz Mat spill?
What action should the first arrival take in response to obvious conditions like a Haz Mat spill?
What does the designation '7th Street Command' imply?
What does the designation '7th Street Command' imply?
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Study Notes
Establishing Command
- The first Riverside Fire Authority (RFA) member or unit arriving at a scene assumes command of the incident.
- The initial Incident Commander maintains command until transfer or incident stabilization/termination.
- The first unit must establish "Command" and develop an Incident Command System (ICS) organization.
- The initial radio report provided by the first arriving unit activates the command process.
Initial Radio Report
- The report includes the arriving unit's designation.
- A brief description of the incident situation, such as building size, occupancy, hazardous material release, multi-vehicle accident, etc.
- Obvious conditions like working fire, hazardous material spill, multiple patients, etc.
- A concise summary of actions taken.
- Declaration of operational mode (Investigation, Offensive, Life Rescue, Defensive, Offensive/ Defensive).
- Any notable safety concerns.
- Announcement of the Incident Commander's assumption, identification, and location.
- Request or release of resources as needed.
Radio Designation
- The radio designation "Command" or "IC" is combined with the incident's geographical location, such as "7th Street Command" or "Metro Center IC."
- This designation remains consistent throughout the incident.
- The designation of "Command" or "IC" stays with the officer currently in charge of the incident.
Operational Modes
- Investigation Mode: No immediate visual signs or further investigation is necessary to determine the extent of the incident.
- Offensive Mode: The first arriving unit directly engages in fire attack or mitigation efforts.
- Life Rescue Mode: The first arriving unit immediately focuses on rescuing known or visible victims.
- Defensive Mode: The first arriving unit operates from a defensive position to protect exposures.
- Offensive/Defensive Mode: The first arriving unit engages in offensive operations while maintaining a defensive posture, aiming to transition to fully offensive operations when conditions allow.
Establishing Command
- The first arriving Riverside Fire Authority (RFA) member or unit establishes command of the incident.
- The initial Incident Commander (IC) retains command until it's transferred or the incident is stabilized and terminated.
- The first unit or member on the scene must initiate and announce "Command", and develop an Incident Command System (ICS) organization suitable for the situation.
Initial Radio Report
- The initial radio report is the first action taken by the arriving unit.
- The report includes:
- Unit designation of the arriving unit.
- A brief description of the incident (e.g., building size, occupancy, Haz Mat release, multi-vehicle accident).
- Obvious conditions (e.g., working fire, Haz Mat spill, multiple patients).
- A brief description of actions taken.
- Declaration of Operational Mode (see below).
- Any obvious safety concerns.
- Assumption, identification, and location of the Incident Commander.
- Request or release of resources as needed.
Radio Designation
- The radio designation "Command" or "IC" is used along with the geographical location of the incident (e.g., "7th Street Command", "Metro Center IC").
- This designation remains unchanged throughout the incident.
- The designation "Command" or "IC" is always with the officer currently in command.
Operational Modes
- Investigation Mode: Nothing visible or further checking is required to determine the extent of the incident.
- Offensive Mode: The first arriving unit engages in an immediate fire attack or mitigation efforts.
- Life Rescue Mode: The first arriving unit engages in an immediate rescue of a known or obvious victim.
- Defensive Mode: The first arriving unit engages in operations from a defensive position to protect exposures.
- Offensive/Defensive Mode: The first arriving unit engages in offensive operations from a defensive position with the intent of transitioning to offensive operations when the situation allows.
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