3.500 Major Incident and All Hazard Plan

Question 1

It is the policy of this department to provide for the deployment of personnel and equipment when it is determined that a life safety threat exists (e.g., natural or man-made disasters, civil disturbances, or any other complex incident or emergency) that will require a major commitment of department, city, county, state, and/or federal resources for an extended time. Such incidents may require additional response by units from neighboring area commands and other jurisdictions. A structured protocol is required to manage the ________________________.

Answer 1

Number of responding units, control safe ingress and egress routes, and ensure supervisory command and control of resources.

Question 2

In the aftermath of a large-scale event where a joint investigation is conducted with federal partners, LVMPD personnel, as designated by the Undersheriff, will integrate with the appropriate federal agencies, allowing for _____________________.

Answer 2

Shared information and resources

Question 3

__________ was developed so responders from different jurisdictions and disciplines can work together to react better to natural disasters and emergencies, including acts of terrorism. Benefits include a unified approach to incident management; standard command and management structures; and emphasis on preparedness, mutual aid, and resource management.

Answer 3

National Incident Management System (NIMS)

Question 4

The standard tool used for command, control, response coordination, and overall management of complex incidents, planned events, or emergencies. This system permits a clear point of command and can be expanded or contracted with ease.

Answer 4

Incident Command System (ICS)

Question 5

A team effort that allows agencies with jurisdictional responsibility, either geographical or functional, to participate in the management of an incident.

Answer 5

Unified Command

Question 6

The purpose of this procedure is to establish the ICS requirements relative to a___________, _____________, ___________, and/or _____________. Specific tactical procedures are detailed throughout the department manual for designated incidents (e.g., bomb threats, hostage situations, and aircraft accidents) and must be utilized in conjunction with this procedure when dealing with those specific tactical situations.

Answer 6

All hazards, complex incidents, events, and/or emergencies

Question 7

The _________________ is the principal advisor to the department on unusual occurrences, planning for response to “all hazard” situations, and coordinating emergency plans internally and externally. The Emergency Management Section, in conjunction with the Advanced Training Program, is responsible for annual training, including exercise components (e.g., tabletop, drill, or full scale).

Answer 7

Emergency Management Section

Question 8

The Emergency Management Section, in conjunction with who, is responsible for annual training, including exercise components (e.g., tabletop, drill, or full scale).

Answer 8

The advanced training program

Question 9

All commissioned and civilian employees must complete what ICS during probation?

Answer 9

ICS 100, 200, and 700

Question 10

Sergeants must complete what ICS during probation?

Answer 10

IS 800c and ICS 300

Question 11

Lieutenants must complete what ICS during probation?

Answer 11

ICS 400

Question 12

Command and control within the ICS starts from the ___________ and is based on the needs of the incident.

Answer 12

Top down

Question 13

The ICS structure is ___________ or ___________ as needed.

Answer 13

Expanded or reduced

Question 14

During ICS, command is established by ________, ___________, and who is physicaly on scene.

Answer 14

The most qualified officer, regardless of rank

Question 15

During an ICS incident, should a more qualified officer arrive on scene, what should be considered?

Answer 15

A transfer of command

Question 16

Though any rank can be an incident commander (IC), _________________ should not assume the position, unless necessary, to allow for continued oversight of the remainder of the jurisdiction.

Answer 16

Shift watch commanders.

Question 17

During an ICS incident, whenever command is transferred, it must be communicated _________________________.

Answer 17

To dispatch, over the radio

Question 18

_____________ is a primary primary concept of ICS.

Answer 18

Delegation

The IC should delegate tasks to personnel qualified to perform them to avoid being overwhelmed during the incident.

Question 19

Not all guidelines are applicable in every situation. Identify the objectives and outline the major steps to be taken in managing all-hazard incidents, to include:

Answer 19

1. Ensure officer and public safety.
2. Conduct a situation assessment and update Dispatch.
3. Assume on-scene command by implementing ICS, designating a command post, and naming it.
4. Determine communication channels
5. Designate staging area(s) (police, fire, medical, and media).
6. Establish a perimeter control plan (inner/outer).
7. Consider the need for additional resources (and notification of public safety departments).
8. Determine and maintain ingress/egress routes for first responders.
9. Assist in an evacuation/shelter in place and determine evacuation transportation and destination.
10. Request a Public Information Officer (PIO).
11. Preserve the scene for evidentiary purposes.
12. Maintain an operations log.
13. Develop an incident action plan (formal or informal).
14. Ensure the mental and physical well-being of department employees.

Question 20

When taking command of an ICS incident, “___” will be added to the call sign of the officer or supervisor until the incident concludes or command is transferred.

Answer 20

“IC”

All other letter designators signifying specialized units will be dropped in lieu of IC

Question 21

If an incident commander is a patrol officer, what unit identifier is used with “IC”?

Answer 21

The shift and sector

e.g. 2P13 would be 2PIC

Question 22

When a command post is established, it will be given ______________ and broadcast to dispatch.

Answer 22

A unique name.

Question 23

Regardless of size or type of incident, the top three priorities for establishing incident objectives are:

Answer 23

1. Life safety
2. Incident stabilazation
3. Property preservation

Question 24

A structured response allows responding officers, supervisors, or watch commanders to efficiently allocate resources. Area command personnel can then be assigned as ___________ or __________ to fulfill a specific need.

Answer 24

Groups or strike teams

Question 25

Major incident all hazard plan - Units within the area command in which the incident occurs may _____________________, _________________, or as directed by the primary/initial responding officer or supervisor.

Answer 25

Self-dispatch, proceed if dispatched by
Communications

Question 26

Units from neighboring area commands may not self-dispatch unless the ____________________ and ____________________. Units from neighboring area commands will respond if dispatched by Communications, or as directed by the primary/initial responding officer or supervisor, to the staging area or immediate area.

Answer 26

Incident occurs within proximity to the border between the area commands and the officer is close

Question 27

If the incident is a large-scale, multi-jurisdictional event, department members (commissioned and civilian) who are involved may be required to complete a ________________ (LVMPD 1023A)
(commissioned personnel) or Major Incident Civilian Report (LVMPD 1023B) (civilian personnel), detailing their role. The reports will be completed under the main event number and forwarded to the Records Bureau.

Answer 27

Major incident officers report

Question 28

If an officer uses deadly force on a major incident (major incident all hazard plan), and other officers are completing a major incident officers report, does the officer complete one as well?

Answer 28

No. They will not complete one.

Question 29

On a major incident/all hazard plan, the first arriving officer will:

Answer 29

1. Ensure officer and public safety
2. Assess the situation and update dispatch (follow specific policies for critical incidents such as bomb threats, barricade/hostage, airplane accidents, etc. in conjunction with this policy)
3. Ensure that a supervisor has been notified
4. As resources arrive, begin to establish command

Question 30

On a major incident/all hazard plan, the sergeant will:

Answer 30

1. Establish command
   a. Determine if command needs to be transferred from the officer in the position of IC to the sergeant.
   b. Determine need for additional ICS command and general staff positions
   c. As the first arriving supervisor on a major incident, objectives must be established, based on priority, and clearly communicated to subsequent supervisors. The first arriving supervisor must exercise command and control, and direct other supervisors to other tasks. Subsequent arriving supervisors have a responsibility to establish communication with the first arriving supervisor to support their needs.
2. Ensure the WC has been notified in the absence of an area LT

Question 31

All supervisors on the scene of a major incident should have an effective role in the _____________ process.

Answer 31

Command and control

Question 32

On a major incident/all hazard incident, the area lieutenant will:

Answer 32

1. Verify command has been established
2. Ensure the WC has been notified
3. Ensure requests for regional, state, or federal resources are made through the department operations center, thereby permitting the EMS oversight of these requests.

Question 33

Major incident/all hazard plan - If command has already been established, the lieutenant will determine if command needs to be transferred to the lieutenant position. This will be based on the ______________________ of
the incident. On less complex incidents, the lieutenant may choose to leave the sergeant or officer in command and mentor the sergeant or officer. The lieutenant will ensure that the decisions made by the sergeant or officer in the position of IC are sound and within the guidelines of department policy.

Answer 33

Size, type, and complexity

Question 34

Major incident/all hazard plan - Watch commander will:

Answer 34

1. Respond to verify command has been established
2. Assume command if necessary; however, the WC’s primary responsibility is for the continued oversight of the remainder of the jurisdiction
3. Assist with the response by additional resources from other commands/agencies

Question 35

Major incident/all hazard plan - Supervisors/subsequent officers arriving will:

Answer 35

1. Respond to the staging area, or other location as directed by the IC or communications

A.) Plainclothes officers in proximity to the incident may, after logging on, respond to the staging area or as directed by the IC; however, careful consideration will be given to their roles or assistance. Plainclothes officers will be readily identifiable as police officers.

2. Contact staging area manager for deployment orders
3. Exercise radio discipline, remaining off channel, and activate “arrive” button on MDT
4. Remain on post until relieved or released

Question 36

On major incident/all hazard plan, who activates the department operations center (DOC) and serves as the principal advisor to the IC on NIMS and ICS?

Answer 36

Emergency Management Section

Question 37

Major incident/all hazard plan - Emergency management section will:

Answer 37

1. Activate DOC
2. Serve as principal advisor to IC on NIMS and ICS
3. Ensure overall incident safety
4. Maintain liaisons with local emergency management authorities
5. Coordinate and/or procure regional, state, and federal resources
6. Receive the completed ICS after action report and conduct a review, if needed, making recommendations to the department

Question 38

An ICS after action report will be completed by a bureau commander for what events?

Answer 38

a. A mass casualty incident/terrorist attack;
b. Hazardous material accidents (facilities/transportation) that present a significant threat to public safety;
c. Any chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive (CBRNE) incident and at the request of the LVMPD ARMOR Task Force (see LVMPD 3.530, CBRNE Incident Plan);
d. Natural disasters (e.g., earthquakes, floods, avalanches, or large storms) where the safety of the public is jeopardized;
e. Public health emergency;
f. Wildland fire: Regardless of land ownership (Federal, State, or private property);
g. Fires: Involving large facilities or critical infrastructure (e.g., motels, casino/hotels, shopping centers or hospitals);
h. Aircraft accident with loss of life or major property damage;
i. Large civil disorders;
j. Utility disruption (e.g., major power outages, pipeline breakage, etc.).

Question 39

True or false
All employees, regardless of assignment, will refrain from the unnecessary querying of major events, mass casualty incidents, or any involved subjects. Only personnel directly assigned to the incident or supervisory operational personnel, who are determining if they can render assistance, should access the event in CAD, a mobile client, or from an MDT.

Answer 39

True

Question 40

Major incident/all hazard plan - Any supervisor will:

Answer 40

Upon becoming aware that trauma exposure during a major incident is having a detrimental effect on an employee’s overall well-being will follow EIIP procedures to ensure support and resources are made available.

Question 41

Can plain clothes officers respond to major incident all hazard plan?

Answer 41

Yes.

Plainclothes officers in proximity to the incident may, after logging on, respond to the staging area or as directed by the IC; however, careful consideration will be given to their roles or assistance. Plainclothes officers will be readily identifiable as police officers.