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Which one of the following is NOT one of the five management functions in the Incident Command System (ICS)?
Which one of the following is NOT one of the five management functions in the Incident Command System (ICS)?
What does the acronym COPLA stand for in the context of ICS?
What does the acronym COPLA stand for in the context of ICS?
When can a single person manage all five management functions in ICS?
When can a single person manage all five management functions in ICS?
What is the purpose of management by objectives in ICS?
What is the purpose of management by objectives in ICS?
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What must the Incident Commander (IC) understand in order to set appropriate objectives?
What must the Incident Commander (IC) understand in order to set appropriate objectives?
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What does unity of command mean in ICS?
What does unity of command mean in ICS?
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What does chain of command mean in ICS?
What does chain of command mean in ICS?
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What happens when the Incident Commander (IC) becomes overwhelmed by a particular function in ICS?
What happens when the Incident Commander (IC) becomes overwhelmed by a particular function in ICS?
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What does directing the tactical response mean in ICS?
What does directing the tactical response mean in ICS?
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In ICS, what does it mean for lower levels to be subordinate to higher levels?
In ICS, what does it mean for lower levels to be subordinate to higher levels?
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Which of the following is a misconception about ICS and the SEMS law?
Which of the following is a misconception about ICS and the SEMS law?
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What is the span of control in ICS?
What is the span of control in ICS?
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What is the optimum span of control in ICS?
What is the optimum span of control in ICS?
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What is the purpose of common terminology in ICS?
What is the purpose of common terminology in ICS?
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What is the function of Unified Command in ICS?
What is the function of Unified Command in ICS?
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When does transfer of command occur in ICS?
When does transfer of command occur in ICS?
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What is the initial establishment of command in ICS based on?
What is the initial establishment of command in ICS based on?
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What is the misconception about ICS and the SEMS law?
What is the misconception about ICS and the SEMS law?
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What is the philosophy followed in ICS regarding staffing positions?
What is the philosophy followed in ICS regarding staffing positions?
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What is the key principle behind the expansion of the ICS organization?
What is the key principle behind the expansion of the ICS organization?
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Study Notes
ICS Management Functions
- The five management functions in Incident Command System (ICS) are not Accounting.
ICS Acronyms
- COPLA stands for Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Administration.
ICS Management
- A single person can manage all five management functions in ICS when the incident is small or of short duration.
- Management by objectives in ICS allows the Incident Commander (IC) to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) objectives.
- To set appropriate objectives, the IC must understand the incident situation, available resources, and priorities.
Unity of Command and Chain of Command
- Unity of command means each person reports to only one supervisor in ICS.
- Chain of command refers to the direct flow of authority and decision-making from the top down in the ICS organizational structure.
Incident Commander (IC) Roles
- When the IC becomes overwhelmed by a particular function, they can delegate tasks to subordinates or request additional resources.
- Directing the tactical response means the IC coordinates and directs resources to achieve the operational objectives.
ICS Organization
- Lower levels are subordinate to higher levels in the ICS organizational structure, with lower levels reporting to higher levels.
ICS Misconceptions
- A common misconception about ICS and the SEMS law is that ICS is only for large or complex incidents.
Span of Control
- The span of control in ICS is the number of individuals or teams a supervisor can effectively manage.
- The optimum span of control in ICS is 3-7 subordinates per supervisor.
ICS Terminology
- Common terminology in ICS ensures that all stakeholders understand the same meaning of terms and acronyms.
Unified Command
- The function of Unified Command in ICS is to enable multiple incident commanders to jointly manage a response effort.
Transfer of Command
- Transfer of command occurs when the incident commander is relieved or replaced, and the new commander assumes responsibility.
Initial Establishment of Command
- The initial establishment of command in ICS is based on the jurisdiction or authority having the primary responsibility for the incident.
ICS Philosophy
- The philosophy followed in ICS regarding staffing positions is that they should be filled based on the requirements of the incident, not based on the rank or title of the individual.
ICS Expansion
- The key principle behind the expansion of the ICS organization is that it should be modular, scalable, and flexible to adapt to changing incident needs.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS) with this quiz. Learn about the basic principles and features of ICS, including its flexibility and adaptability for various incidents and events. Explore the five essential management functions of ICS and enhance your understanding of command, operations, logistics, planning, and finance.
