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What is the main purpose of the command function during an incident?
What is the main purpose of the command function during an incident?
- To prioritize safety over operational effectiveness
- To enforce strict rules among the team
- To initiate, maintain, and control effective incident communications (correct)
- To ensure tactical compliance of all team members
Why is plain text communication preferred during incident operations?
Why is plain text communication preferred during incident operations?
- It is required for strategic planning purposes
- It ensures better understanding among multiple agencies (correct)
- It allows for faster response times
- It is more complicated than other systems
What form of communication is considered the most effective on the task and tactical levels?
What form of communication is considered the most effective on the task and tactical levels?
- Radio communication
- Text messaging
- Email communication
- Face-to-face communication (correct)
In which circumstance should face-to-face communication be used at the incident site?
In which circumstance should face-to-face communication be used at the incident site?
What is the role of radio communications in incident management?
What is the role of radio communications in incident management?
Which of the following best describes the need for a communications plan during incidents?
Which of the following best describes the need for a communications plan during incidents?
What should all members working on the fireground avoid doing?
What should all members working on the fireground avoid doing?
What does the acronym RMP stand for in incident management?
What does the acronym RMP stand for in incident management?
What is the main reason for command to control radio traffic on the tactical channel?
What is the main reason for command to control radio traffic on the tactical channel?
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of radio transmissions performed on the fire ground?
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic types of radio transmissions performed on the fire ground?
When should a firefighter give good news like All-Clears and PARs over the radio?
When should a firefighter give good news like All-Clears and PARs over the radio?
What is the purpose of utilizing the Standard Order Model in communications?
What is the purpose of utilizing the Standard Order Model in communications?
Which step of the Order Model involves the receiver restating the message?
Which step of the Order Model involves the receiver restating the message?
What should a firefighter do before clicking the microphone to talk?
What should a firefighter do before clicking the microphone to talk?
What is included in the Initial Radio Report (IRR) upon arrival at the scene?
What is included in the Initial Radio Report (IRR) upon arrival at the scene?
Which type of report is NOT meant to be given during the tactical radio communications?
Which type of report is NOT meant to be given during the tactical radio communications?
What information must be confirmed in a Follow-Up Report after performing a 360?
What information must be confirmed in a Follow-Up Report after performing a 360?
Which element is NOT included in the CAN reporting framework?
Which element is NOT included in the CAN reporting framework?
What should ALL CAN reports begin with?
What should ALL CAN reports begin with?
Which of the following is a requirement for Follow-Up Reports concerning safety concerns?
Which of the following is a requirement for Follow-Up Reports concerning safety concerns?
What is the primary focus of command once the 'Fire Under Control' benchmark is achieved?
What is the primary focus of command once the 'Fire Under Control' benchmark is achieved?
Which of the following reports should NOT be communicated over the tactical channel?
Which of the following reports should NOT be communicated over the tactical channel?
What must units do when submitting a Fire Control Report?
What must units do when submitting a Fire Control Report?
Which factor is considered when verifying basement types during Follow-Up Reports?
Which factor is considered when verifying basement types during Follow-Up Reports?
What should a roof company primarily assess during their size-up?
What should a roof company primarily assess during their size-up?
Which of the following should be included in priority traffic reports?
Which of the following should be included in priority traffic reports?
What is the critical condition that necessitates immediate reporting from the roof company?
What is the critical condition that necessitates immediate reporting from the roof company?
Under what condition can a unit assigned in the hazard zone break radio silence?
Under what condition can a unit assigned in the hazard zone break radio silence?
Which of the following describes emergency traffic as outlined?
Which of the following describes emergency traffic as outlined?
What must firefighters do once command acknowledges their priority traffic report?
What must firefighters do once command acknowledges their priority traffic report?
What information should a roof report prioritize?
What information should a roof report prioritize?
How should information from roof companies be structured?
How should information from roof companies be structured?
What is the primary benefit of establishing a mobile command position quickly during an incident?
What is the primary benefit of establishing a mobile command position quickly during an incident?
What is the importance of transmitting a complete IRR and Follow-Up Report at the beginning of an incident?
What is the importance of transmitting a complete IRR and Follow-Up Report at the beginning of an incident?
What should Command do when three or more units are operating in the same geographical area?
What should Command do when three or more units are operating in the same geographical area?
Why is it essential to maintain radio discipline at an incident scene?
Why is it essential to maintain radio discipline at an incident scene?
In what scenario should Command only be responsible for one tactical radio frequency?
In what scenario should Command only be responsible for one tactical radio frequency?
How does dividing the incident scene into divisions affect communication?
How does dividing the incident scene into divisions affect communication?
What crucial role does a division officer play in communication during an incident?
What crucial role does a division officer play in communication during an incident?
What is the consequence of not following SOGs in the hazard zone during an operation?
What is the consequence of not following SOGs in the hazard zone during an operation?
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Study Notes
Incident Communications
- Effective communication connects the strategic, tactical, and task levels of an incident.
- Plain text communication is preferred over codes for interagency communication.
- Face-to-face communication is the most effective for task and tactical levels.
- Radio communication is the primary link between tactical, task, and command levels.
- Command should always be in a safe position to maintain clear radio communication.
- Initial radio reports should be transmitted before entering the hazard zone.
- Command should divide the incident scene into divisions to improve communication efficiency.
Communication Flow & Structure
- Utilize the Order Model for structured radio communication.
- The Order Model includes steps for sender, receiver, message transmission, acknowledgment, and clarification.
- The Order Model promotes safety and accountability.
Radio Transmission Types
- Initial Radio Report (IRR): Details the incident, initial actions, strategy, resources, and command assumption.
- Follow-Up Report: Confirms 360 assessment, utility status, basement type, safety concerns, and strategy adjustments.
- CAN (Conditions, Actions, Needs) Report: Provides updates on progress, actions taken, and needs of units.
- Fire Control Report: Reports achievement of fire control, signaling a shift to ventilation and secondary searches.
- Roof Report: Includes roof type, stability, fire/smoke conditions, firewalls, heavy loads, attic conditions, and building layout.
- Priority Traffic Reports: Report significant information such as victims, attic fire, unsafe roof structure, sudden events, task inability, and reinforcement need. Made immediately and structured with "Priority Traffic".
- Emergency Traffic (MAYDAY): Used for true emergencies.
Radio Discipline
- Command must control the tactical channel to manage incident traffic.
- Only communicate essential information for tactical priorities and firefighter safety.
- Complete communication loops before transmitting.
- End CAN reports with a NEED assessment.
- Avoid non-essential reports such as general updates or all-clears unless requested by command.
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