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1
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When should accountability procedures be followed?

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at all time

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What should be done if any units are not accounted for during the PAR check?

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The IC should recall the missing units

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Who is responsible for accounting for units/members not assigned to a branch/division/group?

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Incident Commander

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When should a Personnel Accountability Report (PAR) check be conducted?

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every 20 minutes

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How should the evacuation procedure be initiated?

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The IC should notify the command post of the unsafe condition

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What should be done during a withdrawal from a specific area?

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Units should relocate to a safe area and continue operations

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When should remote entry procedures be followed?

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When units are the initial arriving units

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Who is responsible for collecting passports from the on-scene apparatus or designated drop-off point?

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IC (Incident Commander)

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Where should members place their nametags?

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On the Unit Roster and Passport On the dash or officer’s door of their assigned apparatus

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Where should members place their nametags?

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On the Unit Roster and Passport On the dash or officer’s door of their assigned apparatus

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When should the Personnel Accountability System be implemented on emergency incidents?

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Only when members are operating in an IDLH area
Only when members are operating in a hazardous area
Only when members are using SCBA

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What should personnel do during an emergency evacuation?

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Evacuate the structure immediately

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When should a withdrawal be ordered?

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When conditions within a structure change to a point that precludes continued operation

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Where should the unit designator be placed?

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On the officer’s door of the unit

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What is the size of the unit designator?

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2 inches x 4 inches

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16
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What does the color scheme of the nametags indicate?

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Certification level to enter an IDLH environment

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How should members store their nametags when not in use?

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Under the brims of their helmets

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18
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How many nametags are issued to each member?

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Six

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Which of the following is considered part of apparatus inventory?

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Unit rosters

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20
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When is the Personnel Accountability System initiated?

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When the first unit arrives on the scene

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What is the purpose of accountability procedures in firefighting?

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To track the number of members and their areas of operation

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What does the aide do in terms of Command Post Communications?

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Request and communicate on the command channel.

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What is the primary responsibility of the aide in managing the accountability system?

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Tracking and accounting for personnel and units.

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Command Aide?

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Resource Status, Situation Status, Command Post Communications.

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Where should the command post generally be located?

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In a position where the IC can see the fire building or incident scene.

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26
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At what point should the IC evaluate the progress of operations and expect the primary search to be completed?

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10-minute event timer notification.

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What are the five basic tactical objectives that apply to most incidents, such as building fires?

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Rescue, Exposures, Confinement, Extinguishment, Overhaul.

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Upon the arrival of the dispatched command officer, which of the following actions should be addressed?

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Assessment of a suitable location to set up an incident command post.
Obtain information from the original Incident Commander (IC).
Announce the change in command.

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What are the actions that set the basis for effective Incident Command as the incident progresses?

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Perform an on scene report.
Conduct an effective size-up and risk/benefit analysis conducted through the 360.
Provide situation report.

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30
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What is the recommended method of communication for tactical commanders?

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Using a dedicated command channel for tactical communications

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31
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What is the role of size-up in decision making for tactical commanders?

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It helps in gaining information and making quick decisions.

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32
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How does a tactical commander ensure crew safety?

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By maintaining radio contact and monitoring radio traffic

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33
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What are the responsibilities of a tactical commander?

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Safety and accountability, continuous size-up, and providing close supervision
Continuous evaluation of operational effectiveness and monitoring overall progress
Updating the next level of supervision with progress reports

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34
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What equipment is recommended for a tactical commander?

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Full PPE, SCBA, portable radio, hand light, and cell phone

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Why is it important to assign a chief officer to a tactical command position?

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They have a broader operational perspective for managing multiple-unit incidents.

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36
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Which of the following is an example of tactical command?

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Chief commanding the Division 18 at a high-rise fire

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What is the purpose of tactical command?

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To enhance safety by overseeing the overall evaluation of the situation

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38
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Who is best suited to fulfill the function of tactical command?

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Chief Officer

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Tactical command is a function that provides close supervision and direction to a group of companies assigned to a particular function or area. Which level of command typically operates at the tactical level?

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Group or Division Supervisors

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What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?

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To provide organized response and deployment of resources

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41
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Which term identifies a viable structure having no contents or activity?

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Vacant

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42
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What term is used to identify a structure no longer being legally utilized?

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Abandoned

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43
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What should be used to identify the level of a building?

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Floor number

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44
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How many quadrants are used to divide the interior of a building?

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Four

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How should a corner of a building be denoted?

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Intersection of two building sides

46
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What should be used to designate building sides when the location or configuration is unusual?

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Landmarks

47
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What is Side Alpha of a building?

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The side that includes the main entrance

48
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Which phonetic alphabet is used to designate building sides/areas?

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International Phonetic Alphabet

49
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What is a CAN progress report?

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Condition actions needs

50
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How often should progress reports be given during an operation?

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Every 10 minutes or more frequently as necessary

51
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What are the key considerations when sizing up an incident?

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What is the problem? Where is the problem? Who or what is in danger?

52
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a 360° Lap?

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Determine the possible location of the fire and presence of victims

53
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What is the purpose of the on-scene report?

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Provide detailed incident description to incoming units

54
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What should the initial IC consider when making assignments to other units?

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Incident priorities and crew experience

Available resources and personnel count

Tactical coordination and safety factors

55
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When the first engine advises the need to transfer command and the Chief is delayed, who is likely to assume command?

A

Second-Due Engine Officer

56
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If the rescue squad or truck company arrives first at the incident, who should consider the arrival time of the first engine prior to establishing command?

A

First-Due Officer

57
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What is the primary responsibility of the initial IC upon arrival?

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Arrive, establish, and announce command

58
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Who is typically responsible for performing the functions of command as the initial IC?

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First-Due Officer (Officer of the first-due engine company)

59
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What information should be included in the on-scene report?

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Water

60
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When should the 360° Lap be conducted by the initial arriving officer?

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Prior to implementing interior firefighting tactics

61
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What are the key considerations during size-up of an incident?

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What is the problem? Where is the problem? If fire, where is the fire going? Who or what is in danger because of this incident? What are the safety considerations? What additional resources are needed?

62
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What are the three priorities considered in the “risk benefit” analysis for tasks on every incident?

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Life safety, incident control, and property conservation

63
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If the second due engine arrives on the scene and it is unclear if command has been established, what should the officer do?

A

Contact the Chief to clarify the command assignment

64
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True or False: Command responsibility rests with the initial arriving company officer until the command officer who will assume command arrives on the incident scene or delegates to another unit.

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True

65
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How should the initial IC identify themselves on the radio until command is transferred?

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By giving a name to command and identifying on the radio by that name

66
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True or False: The initial IC will be operating on all three organizational levels: strategic, tactical, and task.

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True

67
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When the first engine advises the need to transfer command and the Chief is delayed, who will likely be assigned command?

A

Later arriving engine officer on the scene

68
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True or False: The initial IC should routinely handle the initial incident command responsibilities, even if the rescue or truck company arrives first.

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True

69
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If the rescue squad or truck company arrives first at the incident, what should the officer consider before establishing command?

A

Arrival time of the first engine

70
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True or False: Under most circumstances, the initial IC is the officer of the first-due engine company.

A

True

71
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Who is responsible for performing the functions of command as the initial IC?

A

First-due officer

72
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How frequently should progress reports be given during an incident?

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Every 10 minutes

73
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What should units adding to calls do to inform the command officer of their intentions?

A

Communicate their intentions over the incident channel.

74
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Who should report to the command post for assignment?

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Administrative staff officers and chief officers.

Units not assigned by established procedures.

Agency representatives from assisting or cooperating agencies.

75
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When should a Medical Unit be established at an incident?

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Whenever deemed appropriate by the IC.

76
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What is the role of the Staging Manager?

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To organize units by function and parking them in an orderly fashion.

77
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Who is responsible for ensuring the accountability of personnel operating at an incident scene?

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All supervisors

78
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What is the purpose of establishing a staging area?

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To prevent excessive apparatus congestion at the scene.

79
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What action should be taken by the first arriving officer to transfer command?

A

Request a formal transfer of command via radio.

80
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In which situations is the formal implementation and announcement of the ICS not required?

A

Working structure fires of any magnitude.

81
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Who is responsible for developing an incident action plan and managing the resources assigned to mitigate the incident?

A

Incident Commander (IC)

82
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When should the Incident Command System (ICS) be initiated and initial fireground communications made?

A

When three or more companies are actively engaged in operational tasks.

83
Q

What is a Single Resource in the ICS?

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An individual unit with its own unit identification

84
Q

What is the role of a Task Force in the ICS?

A

To manage a specific type of resource with common communications

85
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What is the role of the Command Staff in the ICS?

A

To oversee safety, public information, and liaison functions

86
Q

Which level of the ICS is responsible for managing a specific geographic or functional area?

A

Division

87
Q

When should divisions or groups be established in the ICS?

A

All of the above

88
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What is the composition of a Strike Team in the ICS?

A

Same type single resources under a Strike Team Leader

89
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What is the role of a Group in the ICS?

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To perform specialized functions within a geographic area

90
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What is the purpose of establishing divisions in the ICS?

A

To divide the incident into manageable geographical areas

91
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Which of the following is responsible for managing a primary segment of incident operations in the ICS?

A

Section

92
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What are the positions in the Command Staff of the ICS?

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Safety Officer, Public Information Officer, Liaison Officer

93
Q

Which ICS component is responsible for developing and implementing the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

A

Planning Section

94
Q

What should be clearly communicated and identified in the initial phase of ICS build-up?

A

Command post location and individual in command

95
Q

How should the Incident Command System (ICS) be built on most incidents?

A

From the bottom up

96
Q

What is the recommended span of control for an IC in the ICS?

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3-7 people

97
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What are the characteristics of an effective IC?

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Assertive, decisive, objective, and a quick thinker

98
Q

What is the role of the IC in managing incident resources?

A

Maintaining accountability for responders and the public’s safety

99
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What is the primary responsibility of the Incident Commander (IC)?

A

Performing command activities and establishing the ICP

100
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Who is responsible for establishing the command function at the incident in the ICS?

A

Incident Commander

101
Q

What are the major components of the ICS referred to as?

A

General Staff

102
Q

When is Unified Command (UC) required in incident management?

A

When incidents cross political jurisdictions

103
Q

Which ICS leadership position is responsible for the overall management of all incident operations?

A

Incident Commander

104
Q

What is the purpose of delegating functional responsibility in the ICS?

A

To achieve strategic goals established by the IC

105
Q

When does the IC activate additional components of the ICS?

A

When there is a need for additional resources

106
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At which level of scene organization are strategic objectives established and tactical activities managed?

A

Strategic level

107
Q

What is the recommended span of control within the ICS for individuals with incident management supervisory responsibility?

A

3-7 subordinates

108
Q

What is the role of the Incident Commander in the ICS?

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Responsible for the overall management of all incident operations

109
Q

What is the purpose of the Information and Intelligence Function in the ICS?

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To analyze and share operational information

110
Q

Which function in the ICS is responsible for all costs and financial actions of the incident?

A

Finance/Administration Section

111
Q

Which section of the ICS is responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials for the incident?

A

Logistics Section

112
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What is the purpose of common terminology in the ICS?

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To improve interoperability and avoid confusion

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