steps of decision making process
identify and prioritize probems
define the best solution
implement the solution
monitor the results
adjust the plan as necessary
ICS organizational levels
command
command staff- PIO, safety and liaison
general staff- represent major functional sections
section- operations, planning, logistics, finance/ admin, info and intelligence
branch- geographical reposinibility, task force or strike team
group- specified assignment, ventilation/ salvage/ water supply
unit- specific support functions
NFPA 1021
fire officer 1 create and IAP
NFPA 1561
IAP establishes the overall strategic decisions and assigned tactical objectives for an incident
span of control
3-7
5 optimal