3.5 Transfer of Command

Question 1

What is a key element that should be included in a brief command transfer?

a) Incident Commander’s personal details

b) Unit assignments and condition reports

c) Detailed incident history

d) Radio communication protocol

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Who should consider confirming incident details as part of the assumption of command?

a) Task-level operators

b) Fast-attacking firefighters

c) Incoming District Chief monitoring the radio channel

d) Incident Command support staff

Answer 2

C

Question 3

In the given example, what information should the District Chief confirm before assuming command?

a) Weather conditions

b) Incident location

c) Unit assignments and condition reports

d) Personal safety measures

Answer 3

C

Question 4

When might it be prudent for the incoming District Chief to request an update or CAN Report in advance of assuming command?

a) During routine fire drills

b) When the initial Incident Commander is investigating

c) Only in large-scale incidents

d) If there is no radio communication

Answer 4

B

Question 5

What does the term “CAN Report” stand for in the context of incident command?

a) Command Assessment Notification

b) Critical Action Notice

c) Chief’s Arrival Notice

d) Conditions, Actions, Needs

Answer 5

D