Incident Command System Flashcards
The span of control for any supervisor at an emergency scene should be:
3-7 subordinates, with a span of control of 5 being optimal
What are the 4 major functional areas under the Incident Commander in the command system?
1) Operations
2) Planning
3) Logistics
4) Finance
What are the three Command identifiers?
1) Incident Commander
2) The Command Post
3) The Command Function
What are the three Command modes established by arriving officers prior to a Chief officer?
1) Nothing Showing Mode-
a mobile mode where investigation is taking place
2) Fast Attack Mode-
a mobile mode while taking action to stabilize an incident
3) Command Mode-
a stationary command Post, usually on exterior, in situations of large proportions or hazardous operations
What is the ideal position for District Chief on scene of an incident?
Position should give Chief officer a view of at least 2 sides of the building not interfering with other apparatus placement
What are the THREE Command Staff positions under the Incident Commander?
1) Safety
2) Liaison
3) Public Information
What is the role of the Information Officer?
1) The function of the Information Officer is to develop accurate and complete information regarding incident cause, size, current situation, resources committed, and other general interests.
2) Point of contact for the media and other agencies.
What is the role of the Safety Officer?
1) The main function is to assess hazardous and unsafe situations and advise the Incident Commander
2) Has emergency authority to stop/prevent unsafe acts
3) Establish control zones, collapse zones, and no-entry zones
4) Establish rehab
5) Responsible for post extinguishment air monitoring and structural integrity.
What is the role of the Liaison Officer?
To be the point of contact for representatives from assisting agencies.
An Action Plan under a unified command structure is done under what individual?
Operations Section Commander
What is defined as a single resource?
the equipment plus individuals required to operate said equipment like: Engine Company, Ladder Company, Heavy Rescue, ect…
A ____ is any combination of resources which can be temporarily assembled for a specific mission.
Task Force
The most common Task Force used by the CFD consists of:
two engine companies and one ladder company
_____ are a set number of resources of the same kind and type
Strike Teams
_____ are normally established to divide an incident into GEOGRAPHICAL areas of operation.
Divisions
_____ are normally established to divide the incident into FUNCTIONAL areas of operation.
Groups
Main function of the Planning Section Chief
Maintain information and attempt to forecast what is about to happen. Preparation and documentation of action plans
Main function of Logistics Section Chief
Responsible for direct management of all incident support needs.
Main function of Finance Section
Responsible for providing financial services
