IMS - Command and Control

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What is the primary purpose of the Command Post in multi-unit Police operations?

To provide a central location for coordinating resources and decision-making.

Who is ideally responsible for establishing the Command Post?

A Sergeant or other command rank officer.

What is the procedure when a Sergeant is not immediately available to establish the Command Post?

The first available officer not involved in securing the inner perimeter will establish the Command Post.

Who will assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

The highest ranking patrol supervisor on duty having responsibility for the district of occurrence. Signup and view all the answers

Who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post?

A Uniform Patrol Bureau Lieutenant. Signup and view all the answers

In what type of situations will the Command Post Commander maintain command until relieved by the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

Barricaded gunmen, hostage and sniper situations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander when deactivating the Command Post?

Ensure all units and personnel involved are accounted for and required reports are prepared Signup and view all the answers

Who will take over command if a mobile incident crosses district or jurisdictional boundaries?

The proper jurisdictional authority Signup and view all the answers

What does the deactivation of the Command Post entail?

Informing all units and personnel involved, preparing reports, and submitting Command Post reports Signup and view all the answers

Where can one find specifics on completing required reports during deactivation?

Standard Operational Procedures Volume 2, Chapter I, IMS - Mobilization Plan & Special Operations - Callout Procedures Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the Command Post reports during deactivation?

CHRONOLOGICAL LOG and an INTER-OFFICE NARRATIVE of the entire incident Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what happens once an incident is concluded?

The Command Post must be deactivated and all units/personnel informed Signup and view all the answers

Who determines which negotiator(s) to send to the scene?

The Emergency Response Unit Coordinator Signup and view all the answers

If an Emergency Response Unit call-out is not necessary, who will be sent to the incident scene to act as a liaison for the negotiator(s)?

A command officer of the Emergency Response Unit Signup and view all the answers

What should the Command Post Commander establish immediately?

A detailed chronological log of Command Post activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be included in the Command Post Log?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post?

Security measures for the Command Post Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is responsible for establishing a safe press area out of the view of the target location?

The Public Information Officer Signup and view all the answers

What should the overall commander determine regarding the suspect(s) suddenly coming out?

Both warning orders and the Use of Force policy Signup and view all the answers

What is required from members of the press before being allowed to penetrate the outer perimeter?

They must show their press credentials Signup and view all the answers

What must happen when an incident becomes mobile?

The Command Post must also become mobile Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

Emergency Medical Services Signup and view all the answers

Who will assume responsibility for the Command Post as well as the entire operation?

The Uniform Patrol Bureau Lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG?

To ensure the change in command is authorized by a higher ranking officer Signup and view all the answers

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested?

Whenever and as soon as feasible Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of attempting to access a house instead of an open business for the Command Post location?

To limit physical and visual access to the Command Post by the public and the media Signup and view all the answers

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Command Board Forms mentioned in the text?

To provide a visual diagram of the incident scene and Command Post setup Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

To place the Emergency Response Unit on stand-by Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of limiting the number of officers responding to the scene, as mentioned in the text?

To prevent the situation from being worsened by too many officers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing an inner and outer perimeter at the incident scene?

Both b and c Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post, as described in the text?

To coordinate the overall emergency response operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post, as described in the text?

To provide a central location for decision-making and resource allocation Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

A Uniform Patrol Bureau Lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

In what type of situations will the Command Post Commander maintain command until relieved by the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post, according to the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

To coordinate the response and deployment of the Emergency Response Unit Signup and view all the answers

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

Assume command of the Command Post operations Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary responsibility of the Uniform Patrol Bureau Lieutenant when assuming command of the Command Post?

Assume responsibility for the entire operation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of attempting to access a house instead of an open business for the Command Post location?

To limit physical and visual access to the Command Post by the public and the media Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

To quicken the Emergency Response Unit's response time by placing them on stand-by Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of establishing an inner and outer perimeter at the incident scene?

To facilitate the deployment of responding units Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post in multi-unit Police operations?

To maintain control and organization of the incident response Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

The Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what must happen when an incident becomes mobile?

Command of the operation is transferred to a higher ranking officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG?

To provide a record of the chain of command for the incident Signup and view all the answers

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested, according to the text?

Whenever, and as soon as, feasible Signup and view all the answers

Who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

The Emergency Response Unit Coordinator Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander during the deactivation of the Command Post?

Personally completing all Command Post reports, including the Chronological Log and Inter-Office Narrative Signup and view all the answers

If a mobile incident crosses district or jurisdictional boundaries, what will happen regarding the command structure?

The overall commander of the incident will remain in charge until the proper jurisdictional authority takes over Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the Command Post reports during the deactivation process, according to the text?

A Chronological Log and an Inter-Office Narrative of the entire incident Signup and view all the answers

Where can one find specifics on completing required reports during the deactivation of the Command Post?

Standard Operational Procedures Volume 2, Chapter I, Incident Management System (IMS) Section VIII Signup and view all the answers

If the Emergency Response Unit call-out is not necessary, who will be sent to the incident scene to act as a liaison for the negotiator(s), according to the text?

The text does not mention a liaison in this situation Signup and view all the answers

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

The text does not specify any immediate actions for the Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Based on the passage, what is the primary role of the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

To dispatch negotiators and command officers to the incident scene Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the Command Post Log?

A detailed chronological record of events connected with the incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Command Post Commander regarding press relations?

To assign a Public Information Officer to handle press relations Signup and view all the answers

What should the overall commander determine regarding the suspect(s) suddenly coming out, according to the passage?

The appropriate use of force in accordance with the Police Department's Response to Resistance policy Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what is the purpose of limiting the number of officers responding to the scene?

The passage does not mention limiting the number of officers responding Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Signup and view all the answers

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene, according to the passage?

Initiate intelligence gathering Signup and view all the answers

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested, based on the information provided?

When the incident becomes mobile or unstable Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG, according to the passage?

The passage does not mention documenting changes in command Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post in multi-unit Police operations?

Who is ideally responsible for establishing the Command Post?

What is the procedure when a Sergeant is not immediately available to establish the Command Post?

Who will assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

Who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post?

In what type of situations will the Command Post Commander maintain command until relieved by the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

What is the responsibility of the Incident Commander when deactivating the Command Post?

Who will take over command if a mobile incident crosses district or jurisdictional boundaries?

What does the deactivation of the Command Post entail?

Where can one find specifics on completing required reports during deactivation?

What should be included in the Command Post reports during deactivation?

According to the passage, what happens once an incident is concluded?

Who determines which negotiator(s) to send to the scene?

If an Emergency Response Unit call-out is not necessary, who will be sent to the incident scene to act as a liaison for the negotiator(s)?

What should the Command Post Commander establish immediately?

Which of the following should be included in the Command Post Log?

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post?

Which of the following is responsible for establishing a safe press area out of the view of the target location?

What should the overall commander determine regarding the suspect(s) suddenly coming out?

What is required from members of the press before being allowed to penetrate the outer perimeter?

What must happen when an incident becomes mobile?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

Who will assume responsibility for the Command Post as well as the entire operation?

What is the purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG?

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested?

What is the purpose of attempting to access a house instead of an open business for the Command Post location?

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

What is the purpose of the Command Board Forms mentioned in the text?

What is the purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

What is the purpose of limiting the number of officers responding to the scene, as mentioned in the text?

What is the purpose of establishing an inner and outer perimeter at the incident scene?

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post, as described in the text?

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post, as described in the text?

According to the passage, who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

In what type of situations will the Command Post Commander maintain command until relieved by the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post, according to the text?

What is the purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

According to the passage, what is the primary responsibility of the Uniform Patrol Bureau Lieutenant when assuming command of the Command Post?

What is the primary purpose of attempting to access a house instead of an open business for the Command Post location?

What is the primary purpose of contacting the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator immediately upon determination that an emergency situation exists?

What is the primary purpose of establishing an inner and outer perimeter at the incident scene?

What is the primary purpose of the Command Post in multi-unit Police operations?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

According to the passage, what must happen when an incident becomes mobile?

What is the primary purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG?

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested, according to the text?

Who will ultimately assume command of the Command Post operations in a verified emergency?

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Incident Commander during the deactivation of the Command Post?

If a mobile incident crosses district or jurisdictional boundaries, what will happen regarding the command structure?

What should be included in the Command Post reports during the deactivation process, according to the text?

Where can one find specifics on completing required reports during the deactivation of the Command Post?

If the Emergency Response Unit call-out is not necessary, who will be sent to the incident scene to act as a liaison for the negotiator(s), according to the text?

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene?

Based on the passage, what is the primary role of the Emergency Response Unit Coordinator?

What should be included in the Command Post Log?

What is the responsibility of the Command Post Commander regarding press relations?

What should the overall commander determine regarding the suspect(s) suddenly coming out, according to the passage?

Based on the information provided, what is the purpose of limiting the number of officers responding to the scene?

What must be considered when establishing the Command Post?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a potential contact for the Emergency Response Unit?

What should the Incident Commander do as soon as they arrive and take charge of the scene, according to the passage?

When should the Mobile Command Post be requested, based on the information provided?

What is the purpose of documenting any change in command of the Command Post in the COMMAND POST LOG, according to the passage?

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