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What is the main purpose of a CAN report?
What is the main purpose of a CAN report?
- To track the weather forecast
- To assign tasks to firefighters
- To request additional equipment
- To update the IC on the current situation (correct)
What does the 'C' stand for in the CAN acronym?
What does the 'C' stand for in the CAN acronym?
- Communications
- Conditions (correct)
- Command
- Crew
What is an example of information that would be included in the 'Actions' section of a CAN report?
What is an example of information that would be included in the 'Actions' section of a CAN report?
- Smoke conditions
- Fuel load
- Applying agent (correct)
- Relief Equipment
What is the primary benefit of using a CAN report?
What is the primary benefit of using a CAN report?
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What would be included in the 'Needs' section of a CAN report?
What would be included in the 'Needs' section of a CAN report?
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Study Notes
Introduction to CAN Report
- A CAN report is an efficient and structured method for personnel to update the Incident Commander (IC)
- The purpose of a CAN report is to provide the IC with the necessary information to keep the strategy and Incident Action Plan (IAP) current
CAN Report Structure
- The CAN acronym stands for Conditions, Actions, and Needs
- The Conditions section of the report may include information about: • Fire conditions • Smoke conditions • Visibility • Heat conditions • Fuel load
- The Actions section of the report may include information about: • Advancing on the fire • Applying fire suppression agents • Search progress • Checking for fire extension
- The Needs section of the report may identify: • No needs or additional resources required • Additional crews or personnel needed • Relief or support equipment/tools required • Support work or tasks that need to be completed
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