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What is the highest priority for incident command responsibilities?
What is the highest priority for incident command responsibilities?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to the ongoing size-up process?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to the ongoing size-up process?
Which question is NOT part of the critical judgments during initial size-up?
Which question is NOT part of the critical judgments during initial size-up?
In the incident command framework, which priority comes second?
In the incident command framework, which priority comes second?
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What does the term 'dynamic' refer to in the context of size-up?
What does the term 'dynamic' refer to in the context of size-up?
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Which strategic mode requires an initial offensive attack while establishing defensive positions?
Which strategic mode requires an initial offensive attack while establishing defensive positions?
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In which strategic mode are responders likely to take no action and wait for conditions to become safer?
In which strategic mode are responders likely to take no action and wait for conditions to become safer?
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During which strategic mode would a responder prioritize protecting nearby exposures before mitigating the main incident?
During which strategic mode would a responder prioritize protecting nearby exposures before mitigating the main incident?
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Which example best represents actions taken in the Offensive strategic mode?
Which example best represents actions taken in the Offensive strategic mode?
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What is a characteristic feature of the Defensive strategic mode?
What is a characteristic feature of the Defensive strategic mode?
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What action should be taken if a TFD resource responds to a mutual aid call and finds the ICS has not been implemented?
What action should be taken if a TFD resource responds to a mutual aid call and finds the ICS has not been implemented?
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Which scenario would require passing command to the next arriving company?
Which scenario would require passing command to the next arriving company?
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What is the preferred command mode when dealing with complex incidents?
What is the preferred command mode when dealing with complex incidents?
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If the ranking officer concludes that tactical operations will not impact the incident's outcome, what should the command decision be?
If the ranking officer concludes that tactical operations will not impact the incident's outcome, what should the command decision be?
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Which of the following best describes a situation where the initial company officer remains the Incident Commander (IC)?
Which of the following best describes a situation where the initial company officer remains the Incident Commander (IC)?
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What primary factor influences the selection of command mode according to the guidelines?
What primary factor influences the selection of command mode according to the guidelines?
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What should the first arriving company do before beginning tactical operations?
What should the first arriving company do before beginning tactical operations?
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When a mutual aid incident is in progress, which aspect must TFD resources verify?
When a mutual aid incident is in progress, which aspect must TFD resources verify?
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What must occur when the Incident Commander (IC) changes strategy?
What must occur when the Incident Commander (IC) changes strategy?
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Which of the following is an essential consideration when developing a strategy according to the Risk Management Plan?
Which of the following is an essential consideration when developing a strategy according to the Risk Management Plan?
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What is the primary purpose of having a Back-Up Strategy?
What is the primary purpose of having a Back-Up Strategy?
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Which guideline indicates a situation where risk to life is not acceptable?
Which guideline indicates a situation where risk to life is not acceptable?
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How should the initial strategic mode be communicated to the firefighters on scene?
How should the initial strategic mode be communicated to the firefighters on scene?
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Which factor is NOT included in the evaluation for strategic mode selection?
Which factor is NOT included in the evaluation for strategic mode selection?
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What is a benchmark that can trigger a change in strategy during an incident?
What is a benchmark that can trigger a change in strategy during an incident?
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What should be considered when evaluating the resources available versus those needed to manage an incident?
What should be considered when evaluating the resources available versus those needed to manage an incident?
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Tactical operations is not to begin until a _____ status report of operations is communicated
Tactical operations is not to begin until a _____ status report of operations is communicated
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Based on a risk management plan the IC has ___ strategic options
Based on a risk management plan the IC has ___ strategic options
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The 4 strategic options are offensive, ____, defensive and non intervention
The 4 strategic options are offensive, ____, defensive and non intervention
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Study Notes
Incident Command on Mutual Aid Incidents
- TFD ranking officer verifies the implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS) by the requesting department when responding to mutual aid calls.
- TFD supports existing command efforts or establishes command if ICS is not implemented, involving the requesting department in decision-making.
Selection of Command Mode
- Initial command mode is determined by the ranking officer of the first arriving unit.
- Fixed position command is preferred for complex or rapidly escalating incidents.
- Two questions dictate command mode:
- Will initial tactical operations significantly impact the incident's outcome?
- Will the company officer’s efforts significantly affect achieving tactical objectives?
- If immediate tactical action is necessary, command is passed to the next arriving company; until then, the initial officer remains the Incident Commander (IC).
Responsibilities of the Incident Commander (IC)
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Assess Incident Priorities:
- Life Safety is the top priority.
- Second priority is Incident Stabilization.
- Third priority is Property Conservation.
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Initial and Ongoing Size-Up:
- Continuous assessment of the situation, potential, and resource needs throughout the incident.
- Critical questions for evaluation:
- What have I got? (situation)
- Where is it going? (potential)
- What do I need to control it? (resources)
Strategic Mode Selection
- The IC has four strategic options based on the Risk Management Plan (RMP):
- Offensive: Direct action to mitigate incident sources (e.g., interior fire attack, capping leaks).
- Marginal: Combination of offensive and defensive actions; initiating interior attack while preparing defense.
- Defensive: Protect exposures first and then control the incident non-aggressively (e.g., exterior fire attack).
- Non-Intervention: Isolate the area, taking no action; evacuate and wait for conditions to improve.
Changing Strategy and Back-Up Plans
- Strategy may change based on conditions or upon achieving benchmarks (e.g., "all clear").
- The IC must notify all resources when a strategy change occurs.
- "Plan B" must always be established as a back-up strategy if "Plan A" fails.
Risk Management Plan (RMP) Guidelines
- TFD guidelines for risk management emphasize:
- High risk to protect savable lives.
- Moderate risk to protect savable property.
- No risk to save property that is already lost.
- Strategic decisions are based on:
- Rescue profiles, fire/smoke conditions, building construction, and incident hazards.
- The initial strategic mode sets the operational framework and must be clear to all firefighters on scene.
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Explore the emergency operating guidelines of the Tulsa Fire Department, specifically focusing on incident command during mutual aid incidents. This quiz will test your knowledge on the implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS) and the role of TFD in supporting other departments. Prepare to enhance your understanding of these critical protocols!
