What ICS position is in charge at an accident?
First-in fire officer
Define Objectives
Something toward which effort is directed; an aim or end of action; a goal
Define Strategy
The art of devising plans to achieve a goal or objective (Method used to coordinate the tactical operations of units to achieve the desired incident objectives)
Define Tactics
Actions taken to achieve strategies
What are the three attack modes?
�Offensive
�Defensive
�Combination
Internal structure attack is performed in which mode?
Offensive
List the seven strategic priorities
�Rescue
�Exposures
�Confinement
�Extinguishment
�Overhaul
�Salvage
�Ventilation
List the steps in size up
�Determining facts when alarm is received
�Anticipating probabilities
�Assessing your own situation
�Making a decision
List the steps for size up in Wildland
�Correct location
�Size
�Fuel Type
�Slope and aspect
�Rate of spread
�Exposure
�Weather conditions
�Potential of the fire
�Additional resources needed
�Objectives
List the steps for size up during structure fires
�Correct location
�Height/stories
�Size
�Type of structure
�Location and area involved
�Level of involvement
�Exposures
�Potential of fire
�Additional resource needed
�Objectives
�Obtain an "all clear
What are the five main components of the NIMS?
1. Preparedness
2. Communications and information management
3. Resource management
4. Command and management
5. Ongoing management and maintenance
Who's responsibility is it to implement ICS on incidents?
Incident Commander
What are the positions of the command staff?
�Public info officer
�Safety Officer
�Liaison Officer
What are the positions of the general staff?
�Operations
�Planning
�Logistics
�Finance/Administration
What position has control of tactical resources at an incident?
Until operations is set up as a separate section, the intent commander has direct control of tactical resources.
What is the difference between a group and a division?
�Group=Functional areas of operation and may cross division boundaries
�Division=Used to divide an incident geographically
What is the difference between strike team and task force?
�Strike Team=Set number of resources other same kind of type with common communications. Highly effective management units.
�Task Force=Combo of mixed resources with common communication. Can be versatile combos resources and their use is encouraged.
When operating an engine on an ICS managed incident, which unit do you see for fuel?
Ground Support Unit