IMS - Incident Management System

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What is the primary purpose of the Incident Management System (IMS) according to the text?

To provide standardized organization and terminology for public safety departments.

To promote a coordinated response to emergencies with appropriate resources.

To identify a central point of communication and command and control.

To establish a command structure for emergency response to unusual occurrences. (correct)

Who can be assigned to IMS positions during an unusual occurrence?

Any sworn officer or non-sworn personnel, regardless of rank or regular duty assignments. (correct)

Only sworn officers at the rank of Sergeant and above.

Only non-sworn personnel holding the position of Forensic Investigations Unit Supervisor or Manager.

Only personnel from the Omaha Police Department.

What is the relationship between the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Management System (IMS) according to the text?

The NIMS and IMS are completely independent systems used by different agencies.

The NIMS is a subset of the IMS, providing more detailed guidance.

The NIMS and IMS are two separate and unrelated systems.

The IMS is a specific implementation of the NIMS principles by the Omaha Police Department. (correct)

Who has overall responsibility of the incident during an unusual occurrence under the Incident Management System?

A command officer of another department or agency may have overall responsibility. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT identified as a key component of the Incident Management System (IMS) in the text?

Incident planning Signup and view all the answers

What is the main policy regarding the Incident Management System (IMS) that the Omaha Police Department (OPD) must follow according to the text?

The OPD must comply with the standards of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting After-Action Reports (AARs)?

To capture best practices and lessons learned for future incident planning and management. Signup and view all the answers

What software is required to be used when completing After-Action Reports?

Critical Incident Command Law Enforcement Division (CICLED) software Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of personnel assigned to the finance/administration function?

Conduct tabletop or full-scale exercises Signup and view all the answers

How often is documented analysis of incidents and training effectiveness required to be conducted?

Every three years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential component of the documented annual training on IMS?

Simulation-based training Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the biennial training mentioned?

To assess the agency's capabilities with IMS Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when deciding whether or not to implement IMS?

Whether there are multiple responding units from different agencies Signup and view all the answers

What should the first officer do once the decision to establish IMS has been made?

Provide a size-up report including the address and incident details Signup and view all the answers

How should an officer announce the establishment of command according to IMS principles?

Using the unit number followed by 'Establishing Command' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of requesting an event channel for the incident?

To ensure all radio traffic is directed to the unit commanding the incident Signup and view all the answers

What should be done once operations are switched to the designated event channel?

The Incident Commander (IC) should switch to a primary channel for requests Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer say to officially end their command at the scene?

'Terminating Command' Signup and view all the answers

What should the officer do after announcing 'Terminating Command'?

Remain at the scene until properly relieved Signup and view all the answers

What is one responsibility of the officer once IMS is established?

'Announce their unit number followed by ‘Establishing (name of) Command’' Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended if units are responding from multiple agencies or departments?

Consider utilizing IMS and establishing command using IMS principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?

Initiating the Incident Management System and assuming command at the scene, Emergency Operations Center, or Field Command Post Signup and view all the answers

When does a transfer of command occur?

When an orderly transfer of overall incident responsibility is made to a qualified individual within the same agency or another agency with jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an unusual occurrence?

A routine traffic stop Signup and view all the answers

In incidents involving multiple jurisdictions or agencies, what concept allows for effective collaboration without affecting individual agency authority?

Unified Command Signup and view all the answers

Which agency has primary jurisdiction over hazardous material spills according to the predesignated incident types?

Omaha Fire Department Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following incidents would the Omaha Police Department have primary jurisdiction?

A traffic collision scene after injured have been removed and any HAZMAT spill cleaned Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances might the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) assume lead Incident Management over an incident?

An incident involving Weapons of Mass Destruction or Terrorism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Police Services Bureau Deputy Chief or designee during unusual occurrences?

Planning police response and implementing orderly mobilization procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which agency would assume lead Incident Management over an event involving civil aircraft?

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of mobilization as described in the text?

To facilitate the orderly and safe deployment of additional personnel and resources Signup and view all the answers

Who assumes the role of Incident Commander (IC) initially?

The first responding officer from any agency Signup and view all the answers

When does the transfer of command occur, according to the text?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the responsibilities of the first police field supervisor, according to the text?

Establishing staging areas and designating media access points Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an incident where an Incident Management System (IMS) may already be established, according to the text?

A second alarm or greater fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Training Unit regarding the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?

Ensuring the Department's compliance with the most current federal NIMS training requirements Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with the most current federal NIMS exercise requirements?

The Homeland Security Training Specialist Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a responsibility of the Precinct Commander in the text?

Serving as the initial Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may a vehicle under the direct control of the police department be utilized for assignment or transport usage by other agencies?

During an unusual occurrence or civil disturbance Signup and view all the answers

When should in-service training be conducted for specific unusual occurrences?

As determined by bureau or section commanders, the Training Unit, and/or the affected unit, squad or team commander Signup and view all the answers

What should be done at the conclusion of an unusual occurrence?

The Precinct Commander should complete and forward an after-action report through the chain of command Signup and view all the answers