GM 801 Flashcards
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A. ____is a standardized, on-scene, all-hazard incident management concept. ___allows its users to adopt an integrated organizational structure to match the complexities and demands of single or multiple incidents without being hindered by jurisdictional boundaries.
ICS
INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM
B. ICS has considerable internal ____. It can grow or shrink to meet different needs. This makes it a
very cost effective and efficient management approach for both small and large situations.
flexibility
A. Incident Commander’s Overall Role:
1. The Incident Commander has overall responsibility for managing the incident by objectives, planning strategies,
and implementing tactics. The Incident Commander must be fully briefed and should have a ______of authority. Initially, assigning tactical resources and overseeing operations will be under the direct supervision of the Incident Commander.
written delegation
- The ______has overall responsibility for managing the incident by objectives, planning strategies,
and implementing tactics. He must be fully briefed and should have a written delegation of authority. Initially, assigning tactical resources and overseeing operations will be under the direct supervision of the ______.
Incident Commander
Incident Commander
A. Incident Commander’s Overall Role:
2. Personnel assigned by the Incident Commander have the authority of their assigned positions, regardless of _____within their respective agencies.
the rank they hold
B. Incident Commander Responsibilities:
1. In addition to having overall responsibility for managing the entire incident, the Incident Commander is
specifically responsible for:
a. Ensuring incident _____;
b. Providing information services to _____and _____;
c. Establishing and maintaining liaison with ________.
a) safety
b) internal and external stakeholders
c) other agencies participating in the incident
B. Incident Commander Responsibilities:
2. The Incident Commander may appoint ____, if applicable, from the same agency or from other agencies or jurisdictions. ______must be as qualified as the Incident Commander.
one or more Deputies
Deputy Incident Commanders
C. Selecting and Changing Incident Commanders:
1. As incidents expand or contract, change in jurisdiction or discipline, or become more or less complex,
command may change to meet the needs of the incident;
2. R____, g____, and s____ are not the factors used to select the Incident Commander. The Incident Commander is always a highly qualified individual trained to lead the incident response;
3. Formal transfer of command at an incident always requires a transfer of ____for the incoming
Incident Commander and _________.
2)Rank, grade, and seniority
3) command briefing
notification to all personnel that a change in command is taking place
.03 COMMAND STAFF
Depending upon the size and type of incident or event, it may be necessary for the Incident Commander to designate personnel to provide i____, s____, and l___ services for the entire organization.
information, safety, and liaison services
Depending upon the size and type of incident or event, it may be necessary for the Incident Commander to designate personnel to provide information, safety, and liaison services for the entire organization. In ICS, these personnel make up the _____.
Command Staff
.03 COMMAND STAFF
Depending upon the size and type of incident or event, it may be necessary for the Incident Commander to designate personnel to provide information, safety, and liaison services for the entire organization. In ICS, these personnel make up the Command Staff and consist of the:
A. _______, who serves as the conduit for information to internal and external stakeholders,
including the media or other organizations seeking information directly from the incident or event;
B. ______, who monitors safety conditions and develops measures for assuring the safety of all assigned personnel;
C. ______, who serves as the primary contact for supporting agencies assisting at an incident;
D. The Command Staff reports directly to the Incident Commander.
A. Public Information Officer
B. Safety Officer
C. Liaison Officer
.04 GENERAL STAFF
A. Expansion of the incident may also require the delegation of authority for the performance of the other management functions. The people who perform the other four management functions are designated as the _____.
General Staff
.04 GENERAL STAFF
A. Expansion of the incident may also require the delegation of authority for the performance of the other management functions. The people who perform the other four management functions are designated as the General Staff. The General Staff is made up of four Sections: O____, P____, L____, and F_____.
Operations,
Planning,
Logistics, and
Finance/Administration
.05 ICS SECTION CHIEFS AND DEPUTIES
A. As mentioned previously, the person in charge of each Section is designated as a ____. They have the ability to expand their Section to meet the needs of the situation. Each of the them may have a ____, or more than one, if necessary.
Chief
Deputy
.05 ICS SECTION CHIEFS AND DEPUTIES
A. As mentioned previously, the person in charge of each Section is designated as a Chief. Section Chiefs have the ability to expand their Section to meet the needs of the situation. Each of the Section Chiefs may have a Deputy, or more than one, if necessary. The Deputy:
1. May assume responsibility for a s_____of the primary position, work as ____, or be assigned other
______;
2. Should always be as _____as the person for whom he or she works.
1) specific portion
relief
tasks
2)proficient
.05 ICS SECTION CHIEFS AND DEPUTIES
B. In large incidents, especially where multiple disciplines or jurisdictions are involved, the use of ____ from other organizations can greatly increase interagency coordination.
Deputies
.06 OPERATIONS SECTION
A. Until Operations is established as a separate Section, the Incident Commander has direct control of _____. The Incident Commander will determine the need for a separate Operations Section at an incident or
event. When the Incident Commander activates an Operations Section, he or she will assign an individual as the ________;
tactical resources
Operations Section Chief
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B. Operations Section Chief
The Operations Section Chief will develop and manage the Operations Section to accomplish the incident objectives set by the Incident Commander. The Operations Section Chief is normally the person with the greatest t____ and t______ expertise in dealing with the problem at hand;
technical and tactical
Incident Command System
1. The _____function is where the tactical fieldwork is done. Therefore, most incident resources are assigned
to the ______ Section. Often the most hazardous activities are carried out there. Because of this, it is
necessary to monitor carefully the number of resources that report to any one supervisor.
Operations
Operations
C. Operations Section: Maintaining Span of Control
1. The Operations function is where the tactical fieldwork is done. Therefore, most incident resources are assigned
to the Operations Section. Often the most hazardous activities are carried out there. Because of this, it is
necessary to monitor carefully the number of resources that report to any one supervisor. The following
supervisory levels can be added to help manage span of control:
a. _____ are used to divide an incident geographically;
b. ______are used to describe functional areas of operation;
c. _____are used when the number of Divisions or Groups exceeds the span of control and can be either
geographical or functional.
a) Divisions
b) Groups
c) Branches
D. Operations Section: Divisions
1. Divisions are used to divide an incident geographically. The person in charge of each Division is designated as a ______. How the area is divided is determined by the ________;
2. The most common way to identify Divisions is by using _____.Other identifiers may be used as long as Division identifiers are known by assigned responders;
3. The important thing to remember about ICS Divisions is that they are established to divide an incident into
_______of operation.
1) Supervisor
needs of the incident
2) alphabet characters (A, B, C, etc.).
3) geographical areas
E. Operations Section: Groups
1. Groups are used to describe functional areas of operation. The person in charge of each Group is designated as a Supervisor;
Supervisor
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E. Operations Section
1. ______are used to describe functional areas of operation. The person in charge of each _____is designated as a Supervisor;
Group
E. Operations Section: Groups
2. The kind of Group to be established will also be determined by the needs of an incident. Groups are normally labeled according to the job that they are assigned (e.g., Human Services Group, Infrastructure Support Group, etc.). Groups will work wherever their assigned task is needed and are not limited _______.
geographically
F. Operations Section: Divisions and Groups
1. Divisions and Groups can be used together on an incident. Divisions and Groups are at an _____in the organization. One does not supervise the other. When a Group is working within a Division on a special
assignment, Division and Group Supervisors must closely coordinate their activities.
equal level
G. Operations Section: Establishing Branches
1. If the number of Divisions or Groups exceeds the span of control, it may be necessary to establish another level
of organization within the Operations Section, called Branches. The person in charge of each Branch is
designated as a _______. Deputies may also be used at the Branch level. Branches can be comprised of ________
Director
Groups or Divisions—or can be a combination of both.
H. Operations Section: Branches, Other Factors
1. While span of control is a common reason to establish Branches, additional considerations may also indicate the need to use these Branches, including:
a_________. Some incidents have multiple disciplines involved (e.g., Firefighting, Health and Medical, Hazardous Materials, Public Works and Engineering, Energy, etc.) that may create the need to set up incident operations around a functional Branch structure;
b. _______. In some incidents it may be better to organize the incident around jurisdictional lines. In these situations, Branches may be set up to reflect jurisdictional boundaries;
c. _______. may be organized using geographic or functional Branches.
Multi-discipline Incidents
Multi-jurisdiction Incidents
Very Large Incidents
H. Operations Section: Branches, Other Factors
_________is a common reason to establish Branches
span of control
H. Managing the Operations Section
While there are any number of ways to organize field responses, _____and_____may be used to organize resources and maintain span of control.
Groups and Branches
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
2. The Operations Section usually develops from the ______. The organization will expand to include needed levels of supervision as more and more resources are deployed;
bottom up
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
3. ______are a combination of mixed resources with common communications operating under the direct supervision of a _____. They can be versatile combinations of resources and their use is encouraged. The combining of resources into _____allows for several resource elements to be managed under one individual’s supervision, thus lessening the span of control of the Supervisor.
Task Forces
Leader
Task Forces
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
4.______are a set number of resources of the same kind and type with common communications operating under the direct supervision of a ______Leader. ______ are highly effective management units. The foreknowledge that all elements have the same capability and the knowledge of how many will be applied allows for better planning, ordering, utilization and management;
Strike Teams
Strike Teams
Strike Teams
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
5. S______may be individuals, a piece of equipment and its personnel complement, or a crew or team of individuals with an identified supervisor that can be used at an incident
Single Resources
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
6. Maintaining span of control can be done easily by grouping resources into _____or_____;
Groups or Branches
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
7. Another way to add supervision levels is to create _____ within the Operations Section
Branches
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
7. Another way to add supervision levels is to create Branches within the ______
Operations Section
J. Operations Section: Expanding and Contracting
8. At some point, the Operations Section and the rest of the ICS organization will contract. The decision to
contract will be based on the achievement of _______. Demobilization planning begins upon
activation of the first personnel and continues ________.
tactical objectives
until the ICS organization ceases operation.
.07 PLANNING SECTION
The Incident Commander will determine if there is a need for a Planning Section and designate a_______. If no Planning Section is established, the Incident Commander will perform all planning functions. It is up to the _______to activate any needed additional staffing.
Planning Section Chief
.07 PLANNING SECTION
A. Planning Section: Major Activities
The major activities of the Planning Section may include:
1. C_____, e______, and d______ incident intelligence and information;
2. P____ and d _______ Incident Action Plans;
3. Conducting long-range and/or c______ planning;
4. Developing plans for d______;
5. Maintaining incident d______;
6. T______ resources assigned to the incident.
- Collecting, evaluating, and displaying
- Preparing and documenting
- contingency
- demobilization
- documentation
- Tracking
B. Planning Section: Units
1. The Planning Section can be further staffed with _____Units. _______may also be assigned to work in the Planning Section. Depending on the needs, they may also be assigned to other Sections in the organization:
four
Technical Specialists
B. Planning Section: Units
1. The Planning Section can be further staffed with four Units. Technical Specialists may also be assigned to work in the Planning Section. Depending on the needs, Technical Specialists may also be assigned to other Sections in the organization:
a. R____ Unit: Conducts all check-in activities and maintains the status of all incident resources. It plays a significant role in preparing the written Incident Action Plan;
b. S_____ Unit: Collects and analyzes information on the current situation, prepares situation displays and
situation summaries, and develops maps and projections;
c. D______ Unit: Provides duplication services, including the written Incident Action Plan. Maintains
and archives all incident-related documentation;
d. D______ Unit: Assists in ensuring that resources are released from the incident in an orderly, safe,
and cost-effective manner.
a. Resources Unit
b. Situation Unit:
c. Documentation Unit:
d. Demobilization Unit
The Incident Commander will determine if there is a need for a Logistics Section at the incident, and designate an individual to fill the position of the Logistics Section _____
Chief.
The Incident Commander will determine if there is a need for a Logistics Section at the incident, and designate an individual to fill the position of the Logistics Section Chief. If no Logistics Section is established, the_____will perform all logistical functions.
Incident Commander
A. Logistics Section: Major Activities
The Logistics Section is responsible for all of the services and support needs, including:
1. Ordering, obtaining, maintaining, and accounting for essential p____, e_____, and s_____;
2. Providing c____planning and resources;
3. Setting up _____ services;
4. Setting up and maintaining incident f_____;
5. Providing support t______;
6. Providing m_____ services to incident personnel.
1) personnel, equipment, and supplies
2) communication
3) food
4) facilities
5) transportation
6) medical
B. Logistics Section: Branches and Units
The Logistics Section can be further staffed by ____Branches and ____Units. Not all of the Units may be required; they will be established based on need. The titles of the Units are descriptive of their responsibilities.
two branches and six units
C. The Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a:
1. Communication Unit: _______;
2. Medical Unit: Develops the Medical Plan (ICS-206), provides first aid and light medical treatment for personnel assigned to the incident, and prepares procedures for a major medical emergency;
3. Food Unit: Supplies the food and potable water for all incident facilities and personnel, and obtains the
necessary equipment and supplies to operate food service facilities at Bases and Camps;
- Communication Unit: Prepares and implements the Incident Communication Plan (ICS-205), distributes and
maintains communications equipment, supervises the Incident Communications Center, and establishes
adequate communications over the incident;
C. The Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a:
1. Communication Unit: Prepares and implements the Incident Communication Plan (ICS-205), distributes and
maintains communications equipment, supervises the Incident Communications Center, and establishes
adequate communications over the incident;
2. Medical Unit: ________
3. Food Unit: Supplies the food and potable water for all incident facilities and personnel, and obtains the
necessary equipment and supplies to operate food service facilities at Bases and Camps;
- Medical Unit: Develops the Medical Plan (ICS-206), provides first aid and light medical treatment for personnel assigned to the incident, and prepares procedures for a major medical emergency;
C. The Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a:
1. Communication Unit: Prepares and implements the Incident Communication Plan (ICS-205), distributes and
maintains communications equipment, supervises the Incident Communications Center, and establishes
adequate communications over the incident;
2. Medical Unit: Develops the Medical Plan (ICS-206), provides first aid and light medical treatment for personnel assigned to the incident, and prepares procedures for a major medical emergency;
3. Food Unit: _______
- Food Unit: Supplies the food and potable water for all incident facilities and personnel, and obtains the
necessary equipment and supplies to operate food service facilities at Bases and Camps
D. The Logistics Support Branch can be staffed to include a:
1)________: Determines the type and amount of supplies needed to support the incident. The Unit orders,
receives, stores, and distributes supplies, and services nonexpendable equipment. All resource orders are placed through the Supply Unit. The Unit maintains inventory and accountability of supplies and equipment;
2)_______: Sets up and maintains required facilities to support the incident. Provides managers for the Incident Base and Camps. Also responsible for facility security and facility maintenance services: sanitation, lighting, cleanup
3) _______: Prepares the Transportation Plan. Arranges for, activates, and documents the fueling,
maintenance, and repair of ground resources. Arranges for the transportation of personnel, supplies, food, and
equipment.
- Supply Unit
- Facilities Unit
- Ground Support Unit
.09 FINANCE/ADMINISTRATION SECTION
A. The ______will determine if there is a need for a Finance/Administration Section at the incident and designate an individual to fill the position of the Finance/Administration Section Chief;
Incident Commander
C. Finance/Administration Section is set up for any incident that requires incident-specific financial management. The Finance/Administration Section is responsible for:
- C____ and _____;
- T_______;
- C______;
- C_________.
- Contract negotiation and monitoring;
- Timekeeping;
- Cost analysis;
- Compensation for injury or damage to property.
- Increasing larger incidents are using a ______Section to monitor costs.
Finance/Administration
E. Finance/Administration Section: Units
The Finance/Administration Section may staff four Units. Not all Units may be required; they will be established
based on need;
1. P______Unit: Responsible for administering all financial matters pertaining to vendor contracts, leases, and fiscal agreements;
2. T_____ Unit: Responsible for incident personnel time recording;
3. C____ Unit: Collects all cost data, performs cost effectiveness analyses, provides cost estimates, and makes cost savings recommendations;
4. C____/C_____ Unit: Responsible for the overall management and direction of all administrative matters pertaining to compensation for injury and claims related activities kept for the incident.
- Procurement Unit
- Time Unit
- Cost Unit
- Compensation/Claims Unit
.10 ICS MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
A. Common Terminology and Clear Text
1. A critical part of an effective multi-agency incident management system is for all communications to be in ______. That is, use clear text. Do not use radio codes, agency-specific codes, or jargon;
plain English
B. Modular Organization
2. The ICS organizational structure is flexible. When needed, separate functional elements can be established and subdivided to enhance internal organizational management and external coordination. As the ICS organizational structure expands, the number of _____positions also expands to adequately address the requirements of the incident;
management
B. Modular Organization
3. The ICS organizational structure develops in a ______ fashion that is based on the ____ and ______of the incident, as well as the specifics of the hazard environment created by the incident. As
incident complexity increases, the organization expands from the top down as functional responsibilities are
delegated.
top-down, modular
size and complexity
All levels of a growing ICS organization must have a clear understanding of the _____required to
manage the incident. Management by ______is an approach used to communicate functional actions throughout the entire ICS organization. It can be accomplished through the incident action planning process.
functional actions
objectives
C. Management by Objectives
All levels of a growing ICS organization must have a clear understanding of the functional actions required to
manage the incident. Management by objectives is an approach used to communicate functional actions throughout the entire ICS organization. It can be accomplished through the incident action planning process, which includes the following steps:
1. Step 1: Understand agency ____and_____;
2. Step 2: Assess incident _____;
3. Step 3: Establish incident ______;
4. Step 4: Select ________to achieve objectives;
5. Step 5: Perform ______
6. Step 6: Provide necessary _____(changing strategy or tactics, adding or subtracting resources, etc.).
1) policy and direction
2) situation
3) objectives
4) appropriate strategy or strategies
5) tactical direction (applying tactics appropriate to the strategy, assigning the right resources,
and monitoring their performance
6) follow-up
D. Reliance on an Incident Action Plan
1. Incident Action Plans provide a coherent means of communicating the overall incident objectives in the context of both operational and support activities. The plan may be oral or written except for _____incidents, which require a written IAP.
hazardous materials
D. Reliance on an Incident Action Plan
- At the simplest level, all Incident Action Plans (oral or written) must have four elements:
a. What______
b. Who _____
c. How______
d. What______
a. What do we want to do?
b. Who is responsible for doing it?
c. How do we communicate with each other?
d. What is the procedure if someone is injured?
E. Manageable Span of Control
1. Span of control pertains to the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively
during emergency response incidents or special events. Maintaining an effective span of control is particularly
important on incidents where ____and_____are a top priority;
safety and accountability
- ______is the key to effective and efficient incident management. The type of incident, nature of the
task, hazards and safety factors, and distances between personnel and resources all influence ______
considerations;
Span of control
Span of control
E. Manageable Span of Control
3. Effective span of control on incidents may vary from ____to _____reporting elements, and
a ratio of one supervisor to______ reporting elements is recommended;
three (3) to seven (7) reporting elements
ratio of one (1) supervisor to five (5)reporting elements
E. Manageable Span of Control
4. If the number of reporting elements falls outside of these ranges, expansion or consolidation of the organization may be necessary. There may be exceptions, usually in _____assignments or where resources work in close proximity to each other.
lower-risk
F. Pre-designated Incident Locations and Facilities
- Incident activities may be accomplished from a variety of operational locations and support facilities;
- Facilities will be identified and established by the _______depending on the requirements and complexity of the incident or event.
Incident Commander
