Fire Officer p199

What are tactical-level components called in medium- to large-scale incidents?

• Zones, sectors, or areas

• Departments, squads, or crews

• Branches, sections, or teams

• Divisions, groups, or units

Who is in charge of each company in a tactical-level component?

• An incident commander

• A branch officer

• A tactical-level supervisor

• A company-level officer

How are tactical assignments usually defined?

• By the number of personnel

• By geographic area or functional responsibility

• By the type of equipment used

• By time and date

What is the role of branches in large incidents?

• To manage financial resources

• To oversee divisions, groups, or units

• To provide medical assistance

• To coordinate with media

What is the primary responsibility of the first-arriving fire officer?

• To establish command and manage the incident

• To provide medical assistance

• To coordinate with media

• To oversee financial operations

What dictates how the scene will run for the next hour?

• The weather conditions

• The actions of the first-arriving fire officer in the first 5 minutes

• The number of personnel available

• The type of equipment used

What is the recommended span of control for emergency operations?

• One to two individuals

• Three to five individuals

• Nine to ten individuals

• Six to eight individuals

What is the role of the Incident Commander (IC)?

• To provide medical assistance

• To manage financial resources

• To supervise the work of a group of firefighters

• To coordinate with media

What is the only position that is always filled in the ICS?

• Public Information Officer

• Liaison Officer

• Incident Commander

• Safety Officer

What does the ICS allow the company officer to maintain?

• A manageable span of control

• A detailed financial report

• A high level of media interaction

• A large number of subordinates