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Emergency Incident Response Flashcards

1
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Supervision
 Supervisory Officer attendance mandatory when
 determined by ________________________________
 when responding to a Level _______ Incident
 Supervisory Officer notification mandatory when responding to an emergency incident

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the first member on scene or by Communications Services

2 or 3

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The Service has enhanced its emergency planning ability by the creation of the Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC). The EPC is mandated to increase the emergency preparedness; ___________________________

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planning, mitigating, responding to and recovering from emergency incidents

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The EPC also works closely with external stakeholders promoting emergency preparedness and positively contributing to a ____________________ as required.

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cohesive emergency response

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The IMS is based on a doctrine enacted by the ______________________ that recommends IMS as the emergency preparedness model in Ontario.

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Ministry of the Solicitor General

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The ______________________________ has adopted the IMS as the recommended emergency preparedness system for Ontario police services

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Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP)

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The IMS will be utilized in conjunction with the City of Toronto ____________________ and can be integrated with other policies and procedures, as required.

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Emergency Operations Centre (EOC)

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Implementation of the IMS is recommended for all emergency responders in Ontario thereby ensuring an ___________________ emergency response to large-scale and complex emergency incidents

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effective and co-ordinated

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Although the first member on scene assumes the role of Incident Commander, the Service has established a cadre of trained Incident Commanders, capable of assuming incident command whenever called upon to do so. As well, __________, a sub–unit of EM&PO, is staffed by members who respond to and assist in the management of Level 2 – Major Incidents and Level 3 – Disaster Incidents.

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Public Safety

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Undertaking a strategic role, the Major Incident Command Centre (MICC) may be activated for Level 2 – Major Incident or Level 3 – Disaster Incident emergencies and should be staffed according to the _____________ of the event

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nature and scope

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Staffing of the MICC will include an officer of sufficient _______________________ to access and redirect personnel and material support as required, as well as liaise with other policing partners and external agencies

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training, rank and authority

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When developing a communication strategy, the Incident Commander shall appoint a ______________ who will ensure Corporate Communications is consulted, and that the following are considered
 the target audience (general public, other agencies, Service members)
 the information to include in the communication
 the form of communication (public address, radio/television, telephone, news releases)
 will the communication be accessible to the target audience?

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public information officer

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Members shall not make unauthorized statements to the news media or to the general public, as outlined in Procedure 17-01. Any information shall be approved by the ____________________ before it is released.

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Incident Commander

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What are the three levels of IMS response

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Emergency Response
Major Incident
Disaster Incident

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Incident Commander

If assessing that the situation has escalated and is becoming a Level 2 – Major Incident shall
 take appropriate immediate action, consider expanding the IMS as necessary by assigning members to complete necessary functions
 notify the Operations Supervisor – Communications Services (Operations Supervisor) and request that the divisional ___________, _____________, _____________ be notified to monitor and attend as required.

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Officer in Charge, Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC) and EM&PO unit

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Incident Commander

Upon conclusion of an emergency incident shall complete an ___________, as required

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After Action Report

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First Supervisory Officer

When responding to a Level 2 – Major Incident shall:

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 notify the divisional Officer in Charge
 notify the Officer in Charge – TPOC
 request the Operations Supervisor to notify the on–call member of EM&PO
 consider obtaining the assistance of additional members from neighbouring divisions, and request through the TPOC

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Incident Commander

If assessing the Emergency Incident situation to be a Level 3 – Disaster Incident shall contact the Operations Supervisor to request the attendance of a _________________

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Duty Senior Officer

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Member
When notified of a Level 3 – Disaster Incident or impending disaster shall request the Communications Operator to notify-

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 the TPOC
 the on–call EM&PO member
 the Unit Commander/Officer in Charge of the affected division(s), when appropriate

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19
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IMS

means the approach or point of entrance to the scene

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Access

20
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IMS
means a place near the scene of an emergency incident where members report for instructions and information. Should be located at a safe distance and near other emergency services command posts

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Command Post

21
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IMS

“means the exit or way out of the scene.”

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Egress

22
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IMS

means a situation or an impending situation that constitutes a danger of major proportions that could result in serious harm to persons or substantial damage to property and that is caused by the forces of nature, a disease or other health risk, an accident or an act whether intentional or otherwise.
(Source: Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, S. 1).

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Emergency

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IMS

means a facility operated by the City of Toronto specifically established to conduct the overall management of an emergency. The Toronto Police Service is one of many agencies represented. The Toronto EOC is located at 703 Don Mills Road, 6th Floor.

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Emergency Operations Centre (EOC)

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IMS

  • is a committee, chaired by the Staff Superintendent – Public Safety Operations, comprised of subject matter experts from every command pillar within the Toronto Police Service (Service). The EPC focus is on mitigation, preparedness planning, response and recovery; ensuring appropriate planning, investigative and response capabilities are available within the Service.
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Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC)

25
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means that all movement in and out of the school is restricted and external doors locked, however, movement within the school is not restricted as the external danger near the school poses no immediate threat to the students or staff unless they leave the building.

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Hold and Secure

26
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means the police officer who has taken charge of the incident and who is in charge at the Command Post and, in conjunction with other emergency services commanders, is responsible for coordinating and managing police response at an incident

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Incident Commander

27
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means the model of police on–site response to emergencies and disasters based on the Incident Command System, adopted by the Province of Ontario. Provides the functional infrastructure necessary for the appropriate and efficient use of police resources.

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Incident Management System (IMS)

28
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means Service members trained in IMS whose responsibilities are to attend the command post and manage site operations for Level 2 – Major Incidents and Level 3 – Disaster Incidents. Emergency Management & Public Order maintains a list of qualified team members

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Incident Management Team (IMT)

29
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means the general response activities and resources to mitigate the situation of any incident. Members respond quickly to the report of an emergency situation to gather information, assess the situation, and determine whether additional members and specialized response is required. Many emergency incidents are resolved within a short period of time, using resources available at the divisional level

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Level 1 – Emergency Response

30
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means an emergency incident which exceeds a division’s normal operational resources and requires additional support, or multiple agency co–ordination at the site and some degree of external support. Level 2 - Major Incidents may continue for an extended period of time and require a site Command Post and/or the Major Incident Command Centre (MICC).

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Level 2 – Major Incident

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means an incident that may affect a significant portion of the population, may continue for a long period of time and may require an extensive recovery period. Response to a disaster may require the activation of the Major Incident Command Centre (MICC), the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), political direction and support, and the official declaration of a disaster in accordance with Municipal Code 59 and the provincial Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act

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Level 3 – Disaster Incident

32
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means that all movement in and out of the school and within the school is restricted as the danger is inside the school or is on school property and poses an immediate threat to the students or staff.

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Lockdown

33
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means the facility specifically established to coordinate the Service’s operational response to a major event or emergency. Emergency Management and Public Order (EM&PO) – Public Safety is tasked by Public Safety Operations with the care, maintenance and oversight of the MICC during operational periods. The MICC is located at Toronto Police Headquarters, 40 College Street, 12th Floor. However, it may be temporarily located offsite pending the unique circumstances of the major event or emergency

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Major Incident Command Centre (MICC)

Remember EOC is for the City of Toronto Services, the MICC is for TPS

34
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includes the Chief of Police, Command Officers, Staff Superintendents and Directors, and any other member as determined by the Chief of Police.

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Senior Management Team (SMT)

35
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includes the Chief of Police, Command Officers, Staff Superintendents and Directors, and any other member as determined by the Chief of Police.

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Senior Management Team (SMT)

36
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—requires that people enter and remain in a building with the doors and windows closed due to an external environmental threat. Fans, including heating and air conditioning units, should be turned off to prevent air from outside entering the building. Normal operations may continue within the building

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Shelter in Place

37
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means a determined off–site location where responding personnel and appropriate equipment initially report to await details before entering the emergency site itself

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Staging

38
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means a committee comprised of the Mayor and key representatives from local boards, city agencies, and other agencies and organizations, responsible for the overall management of Level 3 – Disaster Incidents. During these emergencies, this group is collectively responsible for the direction and co–ordination of emergency response operations within the City.

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Toronto Emergency Management Program Committee (TEMPC)

39
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The IMS provides the ____________________ necessary for the appropriate and efficient use of police resources.

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functional infrastructure

40
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The IMS is comprised of five primary elements:

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Command, Operations, Logistics, Planning and Finance, and Intelligence/Investigations

41
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Activation of the IMT will be determined by _______.

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EM&PO

42
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IMS Structure

                                                      Commander

Incident Specialist Liaison

Intelligence Health/Safety

                                                                                        EIO
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Investigations

  • Detective Ops
  • Traffic
  • Division Investigations

Operations

  • Staging
  • Search
  • Search Management
  • Evacuations
  • Prisoner Management
  • Crowd Management
  • Special Ops

Planning

  • Situation
  • Resources
  • Demobilization
  • Documentation

Logistics

  • Feeding
  • Communications
  • Supply
  • Services
  • Medical
  • Transportation
  • Facilities
  • Support

Finance/ Admin

  • Procurement
  • Cost
  • Claims
43
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The IMS is based on a doctrine enacted by___________ that recommends IMS as the emergency preparedness model in Ontario

A

Ministry of the Solicitor General

44
Q

The Emergency Preparedness Committee is a committee chaired by the
_____________________________

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Staff Superintendent - Public Safety Operations

45
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The EPC is chaired by the ____________

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S/Supt- PSO

46
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The Incident Command Cadre is activated by the Inspector- EM&PO

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