TRUE/FALSE: Command Procedures are designed to ensure a seamless transition from a Type 5/4 incident to a Type 3/2/1.
TRUE
_________________ define standard activities that are performed by the Incident Commander to achieve the Tactical Objectives.
The Functions of Command.
The Incident Commander is responsible for the completion of the ___________ objectives
TACTICAL
Of the 8 Functions of Command, how many functions must be addressed immediately from the initial assumption of Command?
6
8 Functions of Command
- Assume and announce Command and establish an effective initial command position
(Command Post). - Rapidly evaluate the situation (size up).
- Initiate, maintain, and control effective incident communications.
- Provide and manage a steady, adequate, and timely stream of appropriate resources.
- Identify the incident strategy, develop an Incident Action Plan (IAP), and assign companies and
personnel consistent with plans and standard operating procedures. - Develop an effective incident organization using Sectors/Divisions/Groups to decentralize and
delegate geographic and functional responsibility. - Review, and revise (as needed) the strategy to keep the IAP current.
- Provide for the continuity, transfer, and termination of Command.
____or ____ company responses that are not going to escalate beyond the commitment of these
companies do not require the first arriving unit or officer to assume Command.
One or two….The first arriving
unit or officer will, however remain responsible for any needed Command functions. Examples
would include:
The first arriving fire department unit initiates the command process by giving an ____________________.
Initial Radio Report
Command’s Tactical Objectives
A. Remove endangered occupants and treat the injured.
B. Stabilize the incident and provide for life safety.
C. Conserve property.
D. Provide for the safety, accountability, and welfare of personnel. This priority is ongoing throughout the incident.
The standard Initial Radio Report includes:
On-Scene Report 1. Clear alarm. 2. Unit designation/on the scene. 3. Building/area description. Occupancy Size (large, medium, small) Height (assumed 1 story unless reported otherwise) 4. Obvious problem/conditions. Nothing showing (indicates checking) Smoke showing (amount and location) Fire showing (amount and location) Working fire Fully involved 5. Action taken. Assuming command Laying a line Attacking with…etc. 6. Declaration of Strategy. Offensive or Defensive 7. Command confirmation with name
After Initial Radio report, your follow up report must include:
- Any immediate safety concerns
- Accountability started (announce the initial accountability location)
- Disposition of resources (hold/add/return)
- IRIC - in place and identify
If a Chief Officer, member, or unit without tactical
capabilities (i.e. staff vehicle, no equipment, etc.) initiates Command; the establishment of a _________ __________should be a top priority.
Command Post
At most incidents the initial Incident Commander will be the __________ __________.
Company Officer
3 Command options that define the Company Officer’s direct involvement in tactical
activities and the modes of Command that may be utilized:
Investigative Mode (Nothing Showing)
Fast Attack
Command Mode - Stationary Command Post
Investigative Mode (Nothing Showing) is…
This is a mobile IC on a portable radio, moving around and evaluating conditions while looking for the incident problem.
Examples of a Fast Attack
- Visible working fire in a house or small commercial occupancy.
- Critical life safety situations (i.e. rescue that must be achieved in a compressed time.
- Any incident where the safety and welfare of fire fighters is a major concern.
- Obvious working incidents that require further investigation by the Company Officer.
- Combined crew experience level
During a fast attack, after IC #1 gives an initial radio report, they should quickly assign an ________ _________.
attack team (2 engines and ladder)
The Fast-attack-mobile Command mode should not last more than _______ minutes.
a few
The Fast-attack-mobile Command mode will end with one of the following:
A. Situation is stabilized.
B. Command is transferred from the fast attack company officer IC to a later arriving command
officer.
C. If the situation is not stabilized, the fast attack company officer IC must move to an exterior
(stationary) command position and is now in the Command mode. The company officer must
decide whether or not to withdraw the remainder of the crew, based on the crew’s capabilities
and experience, safety issues, and the ability to communicate with the crew. No crew will
remain in a hazardous area without radio communications.
What shall be initiated and utilized to assist in managing types of incidents where a stationary command post is used?
a tactical worksheet
If the Company Officer assumes a Command mode, the following options are available with regards to the assignment of the remaining crew members.
A. “Move up” an acting officer within the Company.
B. Assign the crew members to perform staff functions to assist the IC. Staff functions include
recon/reporting, communications assistance; help with tactical worksheet tracking etc.
C. Assign company personnel to another Company.
Command is transferred to improve the quality of the ____________ ___________ .
Command organization
The benefits of transferring command and an upgraded Command Post include:
- Provides IC #2 with a Support Officer
- Establishes an Incident Safety Officer (FIT) (ISO)
- IC #2 has a wider view of the fireground
- Improves communication
- Creates a lighted, warm (or cool), and dry environment for IC #2 to operate in
The first arriving Shift Commander ( preferably from the appropriate city that the
incident is located in if available) will assume the roll of __________ ___________and assist the IC.
Senior Advisor
The second arriving Shift Commander sets up the ___________ ______and manages the movement
of Command.
Command Van (CV)
