Operations

Question 1

What is the role of the operations section chief at a large or complex incident?

Answer 1

Responsible for managing the tactical operations usually handled by the IC on routine EMS calls.

Question 2

What does appointing an operations section chief allow the IC to do?

Answer 2

Coordinate with other agencies and the media, engage in strategic planning, and ensure that logistics are functioning effectively.

Question 3

Who does the operations section chief supervise at the scene of the incident?

Answer 3

People assigned to branches, divisions, and groups.

Question 4

What kind of experience do operations personnel often have?

Answer 4

Experience in management within EMS.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The operations section chief is responsible for managing the _______ operations.

Answer 5

[tactical]

Question 6

True or False: The operations section chief performs the same duties as the IC on routine EMS calls.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

What is one of the primary responsibilities of the IC when an operations section chief is appointed?

Answer 7

Coordinate with other agencies and the media.

Question 8

List three responsibilities of the operations section chief.

Answer 8

• Manage tactical operations
• Supervise personnel at the scene
• Ensure logistics are functioning effectively