Command Function #2 - Assume, Confirm And The Positioning Of Command Flashcards
What is command function number two
Assume, confirm and the positioning of command
If at any time the company officer needs to upgrade the response to a multi-unit response the officer will then
Formally assume command of the incident
What three things does assuming command cause the first arriving unit to do
Size up the incident
Determine the strategy
Develop an incident action plan
What is the most common reason for ragged incident beginnings and unsafe operations
The absence of an effective IC
A formal IC must be in place when what exists
Hazard zones
Order the three command positions that a company officer can utilize
Investigating
Fast attacking
Stationary command position
What are the three operational levels within a hazard zone
Strategic
Tactical
Task
The majority of incidents be respond to the initial responsibility for managing all three organizational levels is handled by who
Company officer when they are the IIC
What does the IIC have on the strategic level as a company officer
Command and control
What is the first operational level that must be upgraded
Strategic
On a tactical level the fast attacking IIC will implement and execute what
Incident action plan
What are the three advantages of a fast attacking IIC
Enhances crew safety and crew accountability
Gives the IIC another set of critical factors to evaluate and base unit assignments on (interior conditions)
Usually solves the problem quickly
The 4 disadvantages of a fast attacking IIC
Difficult communication position
Limited field of vision
Reduces strategic span of control
Difficult to maintain overall accountability
A command position that is stationary, remote, and outside of the hot zone or inside of a vehicle
Stationary command position for a first arriving company officer
The IC located INSIDE of a stationary command post while managing the incident on a tactical worksheet.
Stationary command position for a Chief Officer. (29)
What is the only position Chief Officers can operate in when they are the IC?
Stationary command position.
Where should the command vehicle be located for a stationary chief officer
Cold zone
By setting up and staying in a CP, the IC is in the ideal position to (3)
Maintain control
Remain available to communicate
Monitor and respond to the needs of all assigned units. (30)
Effective IC and charge of the incident
(5) “Dog eating soup”
Strong standard command
Groups/divisions
SOPs
Clear communications
Standard strategy/action planning
What is a quick and effective way to manage the swift influx of resources needed to bring incidents under control
Establishing a command team.
Advantages of working from a dedicated command vehicle. (4)
“EMS”
Provides an ENHANCED workplace for the command in general staff
You can MANAGE several radios at once
Allows the IC to focus SOLELY on all hazard zones
Offers access to data, video feeds, phones, weather, reference material, etc.
Following advantage of a command vehicle (5)
A stationary remote and quiet place to listen, analyze and make decisions.
A superior communication position
More radio channels available
A place to write and record
Protection from the elements
Better Intel equipment
(31)
