201.01 Command Structure ‐ Basic Organization

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What are the key functions of incident organization highlighted in the command structure?

  • Evaluating incidents, emergency planning, and strategy formulation
  • Resource allocation, communication, and objective assessment
  • Personnel management, fire suppression, and structural integrity assessment
  • Tracking resources, accounting for personnel, and meeting tactical objectives (correct)

In what scenario does the basic command structure comprise all three levels?

  • In large industrial fires requiring multiple strategic operations
  • During major disaster responses with extensive resource deployment
  • When there are multiple agencies coordinating for a large-scale evacuation
  • In single engine responses to dumpster fires or short-duration incidents (correct)

What does the command structure for a 'routine' incident typically involve?

  • Three levels of command with multiple task forces
  • A single level of command managing multiple strategies
  • Two levels of command with direct reporting from companies (correct)
  • An expanded level of command to handle complex scenarios

Who primarily determines the strategy and tactics in a basic command structure?

<p>The Company Officer responsible for direct crew supervision (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the incident organization functions associated with fires?

<p>Training personnel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Incident Organization

  • Incident organization is essential for tracking, communicating, and accounting for resources to achieve tactical objectives.
  • For fire incidents, the key objectives are:
    • RESCUE
    • FIRE CONTROL
    • PROPERTY CONSERVATION
    • CUSTOMER STABILIZATION

Command Structure

  • Basic command structure integrates three levels:
    • Company Officer manages strategy and tactics.
    • Supervision of crew is under the Company Officer’s responsibility.

Routine Incident Management

  • Small scale incidents with few companies only require a two-level command structure.
  • Command role encompasses both strategic planning and tactical execution.
  • Companies communicate directly with Command, operating at the Task Level for efficiency.

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