COG Fire & Rescue Mutual Aide Operations

Question 1

In the Incident Command System (ICS), the Resources Unit is a functional unit within the _____ Section responsible for recording the status of resources committed to the incident.

Answer 1

Planning

Question 2

When jurisdictional boundaries are uncertain, two or more jurisdictions are affected or doubt exists as to the ultimate responsibility for command at an incident, what shall apply?

Answer 2

The first unit from one of the affected jurisdictions to arrive on the scene shall have command and control authority, with appropriate transfer of command contingent upon the arrival of senior officials from that same jurisdiction.

Question 3

Branch directors are responsible for collecting Personnel Accountability Reports (PARs) from _____ working under them.

Answer 3

the divisions and groups

Question 4

Whenever possible, assisting personnel and equipment shall be withdrawn pursuant to the mutual agreement of the requesting and assisting jurisdictions. If agreement is not possible, _____.

Answer 4

either the requesting or assisting jurisdictions may unilaterally withdraw personnel and equipment, but only after notifying the other(s) of the intended action

Question 5

Which of the following incident command system (ICS) sections is responsible for collecting, evaluating and disseminating operational information related to the incident?

Answer 5

The Planning Section.

Question 6

_____ refers to an approach that involves a four-step process for achieving incident goals.

Answer 6

Management by objectives

Question 7

Utilization of vests ensures that personnel operating at an incident can easily identify and effectively interact with wearers. Should an officer in a tactical command position still wear a vest if he/she is entering an immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) environment?

Answer 7

No, because vests can compromise the effectiveness of personal protective equipment.

Question 8

Which incident command system (ICS) sections is responsible for providing facilities, services and material support for the incident?

Answer 8

The Logistics section

Question 9

A member sent to another jurisdiction for mutual aid operations receives an order that conflicts with a previously issued order from his/her own agency. What actions should the member take in this situation?

Answer 9

Bring the conflict to the attention of the issuing officer.

Question 10

Communications with the “host” or “dispatching” jurisdiction should be attempted using what methods FIRST?

Answer 10

A shared system or channel.