25 Questions
Who is responsible for the overall strategy employed at an incident according to the Incident Management System?
Incident Commander (IC)
What is the primary tactical objective during an emergency incident?
Rescue and life safety
What is the primary purpose of assigning tactical objectives to Officers by the Incident Commander?
To mitigate the emergency incident
What is the main goal of controlling and confining a fire during an emergency incident?
To stabilize the incident
At what level are responsibilities designated according to the Incident Management System?
Strategic level
What is the primary responsibility of the IC during a hazardous materials incident?
To identify and isolate the hazardous substance
What is the primary focus of the Incident Management System?
Incident mitigation and management
What is the main goal of conservation of the environment and property during an emergency incident?
To minimize environmental and property losses
What is the relationship between the Incident Commander and the tactical objectives?
The Incident Commander assigns tactical objectives to the Officers
What is the primary role of firefighting personnel during a structural collapse rescue?
To shore or tunnel to reach trapped people
What is the primary objective of an offensive strategy in firefighting?
Rescue and Life Safety
What action should be taken before initiating a Defensive strategy?
Conducting a partial PAR
Why should conducting Offensive and Defensive strategies simultaneously be avoided?
Because of the potential danger to firefighters
What is an example of an action that should be avoided during firefighting operations?
Starting water tower operations without IC's knowledge or approval
What is one of the objectives of a Defensive strategy in firefighting?
Exposure Protection
What is the primary purpose of the Incident Action Plan (IAP) developed by the Incident Commander?
To define objectives and allocate resources
What is the key aspect of communication at an emergency incident?
Keeping Command informed of Conditions, Actions and Needs
What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander at the strategic level?
To develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP)
What is critical for the Incident Commander to effectively manage an incident?
Receiving information updates from personnel at the incident
What is an essential skill of the Incident Commander at the strategic level?
Ability to improvise or change strategy
What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander at the strategic level?
Conducting a size-up of the incident and developing an Incident Action Plan
What is the purpose of the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
To determine the appropriate strategy and set priorities
At which level of incident management are Sector Officers and Branch Officers typically involved?
Tactical level
What is the primary focus of officers at the tactical level?
Deploying sufficient resources and personnel to meet the objectives
What is the purpose of the Strategic Decision Flowchart Analysis?
To analyze the situation, resources, and prediction of outcomes
Study Notes
Tactical Objectives
- There are three main tactical objectives in order of priority: rescue and life safety, stabilization of the emergency incident, and conservation of the environment and property.
Rescue and Life Safety
- Recognizing the need for additional resources and taking strong aggressive actions from fire personnel are key to this objective.
- This involves recognizing the need for additional resources and taking strong aggressive actions from fire personnel.
Stabilization of the Incident
- This objective involves controlling and confining the fire, hazmat response, and providing medical aid.
- First aid, defibrillation, and oxygen therapy are provided until Toronto Paramedic Services assumes responsibility for the patient.
Conservation of the Environment and Property
- The Incident Commander (IC) is responsible for committing the necessary resources and personnel to minimize environmental and property losses.
Strategy and Tasks
- The objectives of an offensive strategy are rescue and life safety and stabilization of the incident.
- The objectives of a defensive strategy are life safety, exposure protection, and conservation of the environment and property.
- Tasks refer to activities carried out by firefighting personnel and the resources they utilize.
Incident Management System
- The Incident Management System (IMS) clearly designates the responsibilities for various personnel at an emergency incident.
- The IC is responsible for the overall strategy employed at an incident and assigns Officers tactical objectives to mitigate the emergency incident.
Communication
- Communication is a key component at an emergency incident, and teams must keep Command informed of their Conditions, Actions, and Needs.
Strategic Level
- The strategic level involves the overall command of the incident, and the IC develops an Incident Action Plan (IAP) that defines objectives and determines resource allocation.
- The IC must direct, control, and track the function and position of all personnel and resources dedicated to the incident.
Responsibilities at the Strategic Level
- The IC's responsibilities at the strategic level include conducting a size-up of the incident, developing an IAP, determining the appropriate strategy, setting priorities, predicting outcomes, and assigning tasks to Sectors or teams.
This quiz covers the tactical objectives of Toronto Fire Services, including rescue and life safety, stabilization of the emergency incident, and conservation of the environment and property. It tests your knowledge of the decision-making processes and actions required of the Incident Commander and fire personnel. Learn about the priorities and strategies involved in emergency response.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
