SOP 306- Personnel Accountability Report

Question 1

What is a PAR?

Answer 1

Personnel Accountability Report is an accounting for members operating at the scene.

Question 2

What is a PAR for a company officer?

Answer 2

All assigned members are visually accounted for.

Question 3

What is a PAR for a division/group supervisor?

Answer 3

Accounting for all members of all companies assigned to the division/group.

Question 4

What is a PAR for the IC?

Answer 4

Accounting for all personnel operating on scene.

Question 5

When shall an IC request a PAR?

Answer 5

• Change in declared strategy
• A report of lost, missing or trapped firefighters
• A sudden hazardous event
• A change in communications plan
• Every 30 minutes during ongoing operations
• Any other time the IC deems necessary

Question 6

What a PAR is requested what shall the company officer confirm?

Answer 6

Confirm unit designation, number of members assigned and unit location.