5 Questions
What is the main purpose of a CAN report?
To update the IC on the current situation
What does the 'C' stand for in the CAN acronym?
Conditions
What is an example of information that would be included in the 'Actions' section of a CAN report?
Applying agent
What is the primary benefit of using a CAN report?
It keeps the IC updated with critical information
What would be included in the 'Needs' section of a CAN report?
Additional crews
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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