Incident command Flashcards
What is incident command?
A system to promote the safe and effective resolution of events through the deliberate allocation and direction of resources.
What routine work can gather information on premises on their ground? (3)
Community safety
Fire safety inspections
Familiarisation visits
Why might a premises be considered a risk? (4)
The number or type of occupants.
The size, construction or layout of buildings.
The contents, including hazardous materials.
Possible hazard to the environment
What is the ORD
Operational Risk Database
How can any ORD information be identified at operation?
Via the Mobile Data Terminal (MDT)
Some of the largest risks in London are covered by their own ________ ___________ ____
operational contingency plan
What types of information are available en route? (6)
1- Call slip 2- Mobile Data Terminal 3- Operational Risk Database (via MDT) 4- Location Knowledge of crews 5- Visual signs (e.g. weather, wind, light) 6- Any other radio messages
On arrival, what should the IC consider?
Information gathering and risk assessment Obvious rescues Initial attack with a covering jet Gaining access Setting into a hydrant Preparation for BA use
What are the primary purposes of Incident Command?
To save life To prevent further spread/loss/injury To mitigate damage To mitigate environmental damage Minimise disruption to the community
What would help the IC to be identified at all times?
White Incident Commander tabbard
As soon as the first appliance arrives, what resources for command support should start? (List of 6)
Appliance main with LFB control. Hand held radios LFB forms and message pads Call slips Nominal roll boards The Initial Command Wallet
How would the Initial Command Pump be identified?
By it’s flashing blue lights.
What is the function of the Initial Command Pump
Provide the communications link between LFB control and the IC
If a firefighter is nominated to set up the Initial Command Pump (ICP), what does their role become?
The Command Pump Officer (CPO).
This is a designated roll, and any other functions cannot be undertaken.
What is the CPO responsible for?
Notify LFB control the callsign of the ICP.
Maintain radio contact with the IC.
Collect nominal roll boards and turn off other appliance blue lights.
Place nominal roll boards in the ICW.
Enter preliminary details on the incident information board.
Receive nominal roll boards from oncoming appliances and senior officers.
Notify oncoming officers or crews of the IC’s requirements.
Continue to function as the ICP until relieved.
