205.06 Staging Sector

Question 1

When is staging sector implemented?

Answer 1

Greater alarms
First alarm medical
Haz mat
Or where there is a need for central resources

Question 2

What are staging sectors responsibilities?

Answer 2

Locate adequate sized area
Transmit location and routing access
Coordinate with PD
Assure apparatus is parked appropriate for a quick exit
Maintain company log as they arrive
Maintain crews in a ready state
Provide progress reports to command
Be visible, leave lights on
Assign staged companies as they are asked for by command

Question 3

Should you segregate companies in staging?

Answer 3

Yes! Ladders, engines and rescues should all stay in designated areas

Question 4

When no more apparatus should come to the scene but they still need man power what should staging do?

Answer 4

Set up a “taxi service”

Question 5

In a large scale incident what section does staging work under?

Answer 5

Logistics