Incident Command 408 Flashcards
What must the IC arriving as the PDA attendance conduct to declare the appropriate tactical mode ?
Dynamic risk assessment
What are the primary objectives of an operational incident ?
Save life Prevent further spread/loss/risk of injury Mitigate damage Mitigate environmental damage Minimise disruption
What must the IC use when handing/taking over an incident or briefing others to ensure relevant info is exchanged ?
DMM
Describe the IC surcoat
White yolk and yellow lower body marked incident commander.
What is stated when taking over an incident ?
I am taking over
What distinguishes the ICP from other appliances ?
Headlights and blue beacons remain on
What needs to be set up on the ICP
Incident command wallet and a command pump operator assigned
What points should be considered when siting appliances ?
Entry exit of other emergency vehicles.
Access to appliances for ladder equipment.
Aerial appliances
Appliances can easily be moved for redeployment.
Maintain a thoroughfare
Identification of a suitable RVP
What defines the IC ?
The officer with the responsibility for the overall command
When an officer arrives at an incident to take over , what are their actions ?
Book in at ICP/CU and establish contact with the IC
What info will the IC give the officer taking over in accordance with the DMM ?
Hazards Resources Actions initiated Objective/plan All messages
When should the ICP be established at an incident ?
As soon as possible whenever more than one appliance is in attendance
What message is sent from the initial ICP when setting up ?
H28 is the initial command pump tactile mode
Describe the command support surcoat ?
Red and white chequered yoke with yellow lower body marked command support
What is the minimum staffing on a CU ?
2 sub officers
