SOP 102 - Incident Organization Flashcards
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What is the standard system used to divide an incident to make it more manageable when beyond the span of control?
Divisions, Groups, or Branches.
What are the titles of the persons in control of each section?
Division-Supervisor, Group-Supervisor, Branch-Director.
What is the purpose of Divisions in incident management?
To divide an incident into a physical or geographical area of operation.
What is the purpose of Groups in incident management?
To divide an incident into functional areas of operation.
What is the purpose of Branches in incident management?
To establish geographical or functional areas when the number of Divisions or Groups exceeds the Span of Control (3-7 subordinates).
Who allocates the resources needed during an incident?
The Incident Commander (IC).
Who directs the resources during an incident?
The Division or Group Supervisor, or Branch Director.
What is the preferred method of communication during an incident and why?
Face to face to eliminate needless radio traffic.
What is the main reason to establish Divisions, Groups, or Branches?
Safety of emergency personnel.
What are some responsibilities of Branch Directors?
- Monitor work progress
- Coordinate activities with other branches
- Monitor safety and welfare of branch personnel
- Request additional resources as needed
- Communicate with Command and other branches as needed.
What should Division or Group Supervisors do to supervise companies while maintaining radio communication?
They should go into the interior operating positions and monitor progress while maintaining radio communications.
What does PIO stand for and who can perform this role?
Public Information Officer; the IC will be the PIO unless designated to someone else.
What is the radio designation for the Public Information Officer?
PIO.
What information should the PIO report to enhance a story?
Anything factual that enhances the story, such as hazardous situations, rescues, or outstanding efforts.
What is the timing requirement for reporting information for the media?
At least a half hour before, e.g., 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm, and 9:30 pm.
When will a Resource Officer be established?
Whenever there is a multiple alarm fire or significant event.
Who notifies the Resource Officer and where do they report?
The Dispatcher or 911 Supervisor will notify the Resource Officer, who reports to the Communications center.
What is the order of personnel to become the Resource Officers?
A-1, then T-1 if A-1 is not available.
What are some responsibilities of the Resource Officer?
- Callbacks of personnel
- Use of reserve apparatus
- Converse with C-1 and use MABAS if necessary
- Resupply air and foam if necessary
- Establish a support branch if needed
- Communicate with IC of pertinent decisions.
What is the minimum number of apparatus to be kept available in the City of Rockford?
At least 3 apparatus on each side of the river: two engines and one ladder.
When might an Investigation Group need to be established?
Major fires, arson fires, fire deaths, or other incidents of great magnitude.
Who establishes the Investigation Group?
The Incident Commander (IC).
Who might take responsibility for the Investigation Group?
Someone from the Fire Prevention Bureau or another designated officer.
Who are some personnel that may make up the Investigation Group?
- Fire Investigators
- Fire Inspectors
- States Attorney
- Coroner’s Office
- Chaplains Office
- Red Cross
- Personnel with expertise.
