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Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
- Type 2
- Type 3
- Type 4 (correct)
- Type 5
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
When the supervisor-to-subordinate ratio exceeds manageable span of control, additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections can be established. Which NIMS Management characteristic does this describe?
- Modular Organization (correct)
- Management by Objectives
- Comprehensive Resource Management
- Formal Communication
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told:
When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told:
- The Incident Commander's cell phone number
- The limits of the Incident Commander's scope of authority
- The effective time and date of the transfer (correct)
- The qualifications of the incoming Incident Commander
Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
Which of these is NOT a tool that you would need at the incident?
Which type of briefing is delivered to individual resources or crews who are assigned to operational tasks and/or work at or near the incident site?
Which type of briefing is delivered to individual resources or crews who are assigned to operational tasks and/or work at or near the incident site?
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.
Which statement best describes ICS Form 201?
Which statement best describes ICS Form 201?
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
A right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction is defined as?
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which statement accurately describes one reason a delegation of authority may be needed?
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
Predicting the resource needs of an incident to determine the appropriate management structure is referred to as (a):
Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing?
Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?
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Type 4 Incident
Type 4 Incident
Incident limited to one operational period; no written IAP required, command staff used only if needed, and require several single resources.
Type 1 Incident
Type 1 Incident
Requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions activated, may require branches, personnel often exceed 500 per operational period.
Modular Organization
Modular Organization
A NIMS management characteristic that allows for adding Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections when spans of control are exceeded.
Command Transfer Protocols
Command Transfer Protocols
Informing personnel of the effective time and date of the transfer to ensure clarity in command succession.
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Delegation of Authority
Delegation of Authority
Crucial when the incident's complexity surpasses existing authorities, defining the scope within which the Incident Commander can act.
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Field-Level Briefings
Field-Level Briefings
Delivered to individual resources or crews performing operational tasks near the incident site, focusing on immediate objectives.
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Operational Period Briefings
Operational Period Briefings
Presents the IAP for the upcoming period to supervisory personnel, outlining specific tasks and reporting relationships.
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ICS Form 201
ICS Form 201
Provides status information for briefing incoming Incident Commanders or other resources.
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Authority
Authority
The right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction.
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Complexity Analysis
Complexity Analysis
Analysis of resource needs through this helps determine the appropriate management structure before incidents occur.
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Essential Incident Management Tools
Essential Incident Management Tools
The Agency Procedures Manual, Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), and maps of the affected area.
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Incident Command System (ICS) Types
- Type 4 incidents are limited to one operational period, do not require a written Incident Action Plan (IAP), and involve command staff only if necessary. They require several single resources.
- Type 1 incidents necessitate regional or national resources, activate all Command and General Staff positions, may require branches, and can involve personnel exceeding 500 per operational period.
NIMS Management Characteristics
- Modular Organization enables additional Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections to be established when supervisor-to-subordinate ratios exceed manageable spans of control.
Command Transfer Protocols
- When command is transferred, personnel must be informed of the effective time and date of the transfer to maintain clarity in command succession.
- A delegation of authority is crucial when the incident's complexity surpasses existing authorities and defines the scope within which the Incident Commander can act.
Briefing Varieties
- Field-level briefings are delivered to individual resources or crews performing operational tasks near the incident site, focusing on immediate objectives and assignments.
- Operational Period Briefings present the IAP for the upcoming period to supervisory personnel to outline specific tasks and reporting relationships.
Reporting and Documentation
- ICS Form 201 serves to provide status information for briefing incoming Incident Commanders or other resources, offering a snapshot of the situation.
- Special requests from agency representatives are not typically included in the transfer of command briefing, ensuring focus on critical operational elements like current organization and situation status.
Authority and Responsibility
- Authority is defined as the right or obligation to act on behalf of a department, agency, or jurisdiction, derived from laws, policies, or delegation.
- Analysis of resource needs through Complexity Analysis assists in determining the appropriate management structure before incidents occur.
Tools for Incident Management
- Essential tools for incident management include the Agency Procedures Manual, Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), and maps of the affected area; the Exercise Plan is not typically used in the field.
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