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What is the main purpose of establishing 'Command' by the first unit on the scene?

  • To ensure all personnel are committed to the incident
  • To prioritize assignments and improve communication (correct)
  • To alert the media about the incident
  • To request additional resources immediately

    • In which scenario is there no need to formally announce who is in Command?

  • In incidents involving an eminent rescue situation
  • During a multi-vehicle accident
  • For single company incidents like trash fires (correct)
  • When a hazardous materials release is involved

    • Who is assumed to be in command in a single company incident according to the text?

  • The Incident Commander from the neighboring jurisdiction
  • The highest-ranking officer in the area
  • The first unit to acknowledge their arrival on scene (correct)
  • The dispatch center

    • How long should the initial Incident Commander remain in Command?

    <p>Until Command is transferred or the incident is stabilized and terminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Command be transferred according to the text?

    <p>Preferably face to face or when the incident is stabilized and terminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the first arriving unit or personnel activate by giving an arrival report and initial communications?

    <p>They activate the Incident Command process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should incidents involving an eminent rescue situation commit all personnel to rescue according to the text?

    <p>As soon as possible upon arrival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may be responsible for establishing Command in incidents involving an eminent rescue situation according to the text?

    <p>All responding units other than those directly involved in the rescue efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be developed for incidents that require the commitment of multiple companies or units?

    <p>An incident command structure appropriate for the incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

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