80 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Officer of Note?
To collect and ensure the accuracy and completion of all documentation and reports
Who would be the Officer of Note for standard incidents?
The first in Captain
What is the term used to describe two or more individuals who have been assigned a common task and are in communication with each other?
Operating in Teams
What is the role of the Operations Section Chief?
To provide overall supervision and leadership to the Operations Section
What is the minimum rank required for the Operations Section Chief?
Platoon Chief
What is the primary purpose of assigning a radio alias?
To simplify identification for ease of communication
Who is responsible for overseeing the deployment and operation of the RIT team(s)?
RIT Sector Officer
What is the primary function of a Section in the command structure?
To operate at the strategic level, reporting to the Incident Commander
What is the purpose of recording the portable radio identifier of personnel entering a controlled area?
To maintain accountability and safety
What is the primary responsibility of the RIT team?
To rescue/recover a firefighter(s) who is trapped, missing or has sustained a life-threatening injury
What is the maximum number of subordinates or functions a supervisor can effectively handle at an emergency incident?
5
What is the term used to describe a functional or geographical unit of a manageable size within an Incident Management System?
Sector
Who usually fills the Senior Advisor position of the Incident Management Team?
Senior Chief Officer
What is the location where incident personnel and equipment are assigned on an immediately available status?
Staging Area
What radio designation is used when addressing the Emergency Communications Centre?
Toronto Fire
What is the primary purpose of the Fire Fighter Accountability System?
To provide a means of accounting for the location and task assignment of personnel
What is the primary function of a Branch Officer?
To supervise and manage a number of sectors, reporting directly to Command
What is the primary location where responding apparatus report on a stand-by basis and from which personnel and apparatus are deployed to the incident?
The Base
What is the term for a functional division of the command structure operating at the tactical level?
Branch
What is the rank of the Chief Officer in the Incident Management System?
District Chief rank and higher
What is the primary function of the Logistics Officer in an Incident Management Team?
To coordinate resource allocation and supply
What is the role of the Incident Safety Officer in an emergency scene?
To advise the Incident Commander on safety issues
What is the primary goal of an Incident Management Team?
To work towards a common goal, with each member having specific roles
What is the primary function of the Initial Rapid Intervention Team (IRIT)?
To rescue or recover trapped or injured firefighters
What is the Incident Management System (IMS)?
A system of roles, responsibilities, and operational guidelines for emergency operations
What is the primary function of the Command Post Officer?
To oversee the Command Post setup and staffing
What is the purpose of the Elapsed Time Notification?
To notify the Incident Commander of the elapsed time from the report of a working fire
What is the significance of the flashing or revolving green light?
It indicates the location of the Command Post
What happens if the Incident Commander leaves the Command Post?
The Command Post Officer takes over temporarily
What is the purpose of the Emergency Evacuation Signal?
To signal an emergency evacuation
What is the primary purpose of the Incident Management System?
To identify the Incident Commander
What is the role of the Entry Control person?
To monitor personnel entering the incident area
What is the purpose of confining duties at an incident?
To reduce the risk of freelancing
What is the purpose of the Incident Commander's Incident Action Plan?
To develop a strategic plan
What is the role of the Incident Commander?
To establish a strong, direct, and visible command
What is the purpose of the Sector Officer?
To manage resources and personnel
What is the role of the PIT (Personnel In/Out Tracking) system?
To track personnel entering the incident area
What is the purpose of the Training Notes - Section 104?
To provide operational guidelines for the Incident Management System
What is the primary responsibility of personnel at an incident?
To follow the Incident Commander's orders
What is the goal of the Incident Management System?
To establish a strong, direct, and visible command
When a firefighter is trapped, missing, or has sustained a life-threatening injury, what communication protocol is used?
Mayday, stated three times followed by Location, Identity of Firefighter(s) and Problem (LIP)
What is the role of the Officer of Note in incident documentation?
To ensure the accuracy and completion of all documentation and reports
What is the term for a command structure where the Incident Commander is not on the scene?
Mobile Command
What is the primary function of the Operations Section Chief?
To provide overall supervision and leadership to the Operations Section
What is the term used to describe two or more individuals who have been assigned a common task and are in communication with each other?
Operating in Teams
What is the primary function of the Command Post Officer?
To oversee the Command Post(s) and ensure they are properly set up and staffed
What is the significance of the Elapsed Time Notification?
It is a notification made to the Emergency Communications Centre at 10 minute intervals from the report of a working fire
What is the purpose of the Emergency Evacuation Signal?
To signal a mandatory evacuation of the incident scene
What is the role of the Command Post in an incident?
It is the static position where Command is located, usually indicated by a flashing or revolving green light
What is the significance of the Command Vehicle in an incident?
It is a designated Command vehicle, usually a Chief Officer's vehicle
What is the typical span of control for a supervisor at an emergency incident?
Five
What is the role of the Support Officer at an incident?
Second Senior Chief Officer
What is the significance of stating 'Urgent' three times in a communication?
Indicates a life-threatening situation
What is the purpose of Staging in an incident response?
A location where personnel and equipment are assigned on an immediately available status
What is the radio designation for addressing the Emergency Communications Centre?
Toronto Fire
What is the term used to describe a functional division of the command structure operating at the tactical level?
Branch
Who is responsible for managing all administrative and financial aspects of an incident?
Administration Officer
What is the primary point outside of the incident perimeter where responding apparatus report on a stand-by basis and from which personnel and apparatus are deployed to the incident?
Base
What is the system that provides a means of accounting for the location and task assignment of personnel throughout an emergency incident?
Fire Fighter Accountability System
What is the rank of the officer who is assigned to manage a number of sectors and reports directly to Command?
District Chief
What is the primary purpose of an Incident Action Plan?
To develop a systematic approach to mitigating hazards
What is the role of the Incident Commander in an emergency incident?
To be in overall command of the emergency incident and manage its response
What does the abbreviation 'MAGTAG' stand for?
Magnetic Accountability Tag
What is the purpose of the Entry Control Point in an emergency response?
To designate a specific area for emergency workers to operate without interference
What is the significance of an Evacuate the Structure order in an emergency response?
It is an emergency retreat where all hose lines and equipment will be left in place
Who is responsible for overseeing the deployment and operation of the RIT team(s)?
RIT Sector Officer
What is the role of an Incident Command Technician in an emergency incident?
To operate the Command Vehicle and communicate with emergency responders
What is the primary purpose of the 'FFAS' system?
To track personnel accountability
What is the role of the 'IC' in the Incident Management Team?
To oversee the incident response
What does 'SO' stand for in the Incident Management System?
Support Officer
What is the primary purpose of assigning a radio alias to a team in an incident?
To simplify identification for ease of communication
What is the primary responsibility of the RIT Team in an emergency response?
Rescue/recovery of a firefighter(s) who is trapped, missing or has sustained a life-threatening injury
What is the role of the Section in the command structure of an incident?
A functional division of the command structure operating at the strategic level
What is the primary purpose of recording the portable radio identifier of personnel entering a controlled area?
To identify personnel in a controlled area
What is the role of the RIT Sector Officer in an incident?
To oversee the deployment and operation of the RIT team(s)
What is the purpose of assigning a portable radio identifier to a team in an incident?
To utilize the task assignment of the designated personnel
What is the primary function of the Entry Control person in an incident?
To record the portable radio identifier of personnel entering a controlled area
What is the primary goal of the team in an incident?
To coordinate their activities as a work group
What is the primary purpose of a radio identifier in an incident?
To facilitate communication among personnel
What is the role of the Sector Officer in an incident?
To assign radio identifiers to personnel
This quiz assesses your knowledge of Incident Management Systems, including sectors, spans of control, and team roles such as the Support Officer. Test your understanding of incident management principles and terminology.
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