NIMS

Study Notes

The National Incident Management System (NIMS) is important for managing incident resources and ensuring firefighter safety.
Decision making at the incident scene is recognition-primed decision making (RPD).
NIMS should be used for all incidents, regardless of size.
The command system should be regional in scope and capable of handling large numbers of resources.
NIMS is capable of handling the largest imaginable structure fire.
NIMS was developed after the Oklahoma City bombing.
Unified command provides a method for controlling large incidents involving multiple agencies or jurisdictions.
A single command is preferred, but unified command may be necessary in some situations.
Structure fires are under the jurisdiction of the local fire department.
Police may assist at structure fires, but the fire department should retain control.

A unified command is not always necessary for structure fires.
NIMS requires one operations chief to direct all field units.
The initial IC should establish command and follow department procedures.
Few fire departments have sufficient staff for a stationary command post on arrival.
The first-arriving officer should report conditions upon arrival.
The officer should attempt to view all sides of the building, if feasible.
The IC should assign later-arriving personnel to check the rear and other sides of the building.
The information required in the initial report should match department needs and resources.
Use good communications techniques when using the radio.
Members who could be in charge of the first-arriving unit should practice transmitting an initial report.

Description

Test your knowledge on incident management and command systems with this quiz! From the importance of NIMS to decision making at the scene, this quiz covers a range of topics specific to the fire department. Whether you're a seasoned firefighter or just starting out, this quiz will challenge you to think critically about incident response and management. Get ready to put your skills to the test and learn something new along the way.