Safety Sector

Question 1

Def: Incident Commander

Answer 1

In charge of safety of all personnel on scene cannot be delegated

Question 2

Def:Support officer

Answer 2

Support IC , interim ISO until one is assigned

Question 3

Def: sector officer

Answer 3

ICS for a specific Geographical area

Question 4

Def: field incident technician (FIT)

Answer 4

Works with IC often support or safety officer

Question 5

Def: Safety/ISO

Answer 5

Responsible for safety of scene and locating potential hazards

Question 6

IRIC / RIC

Answer 6

IRIC-initial temporary 2 person team set at beginning of incident
RIC- 4 person crew turned out just outside ready for rescue functions

Question 7

See: Incident safety plan

Answer 7

Hazard control strategies developed by ISO to address IAP and the type of incident encountered

Question 8

Roles/responsibilities of initial IC/ISO

Answer 8

Follow SOPs
Risk management profile
Analyze critical fire ground factors 
Determine strategy
Establish personnel accountability system
On scene report/ follow up
Establish IRIC
Manage resources 
Provide ongoing safety

Question 9

Definition of incident

Answer 9

Any emergency situation that threatens life, safety or property