In large scale incident requiring many resources, the resource unit within the planning section will develop a ________ that includes specific instructions.
demobilization
The demobilization plan should be consistent with NIMS/IMS criteria and use _____ for demobilization checkout.
ICS Form 221
Incident termination includes at least 3 stages:
- Demobilization
- Returning to Quarters
- Post Incident Analysis
The Post -incident analysis must include____________
review and update of policies and procedures to ensure improved incident operations in the future.
In large incident, the IC works with the ________ to evaluate on-scene resources and compare them to present activity and needs.
planning section
With ________ released crews can leave their equipment at the site and return on the relief crews apparatus.
standardized apparatus
_______ allows the officer and members to talk about how tasks can be accomplished better the next time.
informal (company-level) discussion
What is the first step in the Postincident analysis (PIA)?
informal discussion
The post-incident analysis is sometimes called a _________
critical review
Step by step approach to examine how the incident developed?
Postincident Analysis
Components of the PIA:
- personnel
- Equipment
- Resources
- Operational effectiveness
The purpose of the PIA is to:
focus on reinforcing the most appropriate and effective strategies while discouraging inappropriate or impulsive strategies.
There are _____ steps of the post incident analysis.
2 steps
- (Informal) company-level
- Formal PIA
Company level PIA:
- process should be a positive experience
- occurs as soon as crew is cleaned up and ready to respond to next alarm
- can occur at scene
- at every type of response
- Delaying can cause develop defensive behaviors
If it is late at night and crew is tired, hold the PIA for ______ minutes and then address the issue again the next morning or at the beginning of the next shift during company training.
10-15 min
Formal PIA:
- a scheduled event
- formal investigations by marshals office or Bureau of Fire Investigation
- Investigator can provide post-incident analysis and pictures
The request for raw footage must be made ___________
on the day of the incident
The objective of the PIA is to:
- Examine how the incident was handled and consider what SOP’s need to be created or changed to improve strategies
- PIA highlights both positive and negative outcomes
Incidents that have a lasting impression on responders that can affect their ability to function both on the job and in their home life:
Critical Incidents
Before a critical incident occurs, it is important to have a process in place for both ______ and ______
stress defusing and debriefing
System includes training that prepares supervisors and peers to recognize signs, symptoms, and situations that indicate the need for stress debriefing:
CISM
Physical reactions include:
- fatigue
- sleeplessness
- changes in eating habits
- body aches
Behavioral changes:
- changes in activity level
- difficulty concentrating
- forgetfulness
- nightmares
- flashbacks
- isolation
- manifestations
Psychological symptoms:
- fear
- guilt
- sensitivity
- depression
- anger
