ICS Overview

EOCs are applicable at different levels of government.

• EOCs function only at the federal level.

• EOCs function at federal, state, and local levels.

• EOCs are not applicable at any level of government.

• EOCs function only at the state level.

JIC serves as the central point of contact for all news media.

• Media relations are managed through the JIC.

• JIC is responsible for social media management.

• JIC handles all internal communications.

• JIC is the primary source for financial reporting.

Logistics Section responsibilities

• Providing communication planning and resources

• Setting up entertainment services

• Maintaining recreational facilities

• Support transportation and medical services

Documentation for reimbursement

• Includes mutual aid agreements and assistance agreements.

• Only includes invoices and receipts.

• Requires approval from the finance department only.

• Is not necessary for small expenses.

The Logistics Section is crucial for the efficient operation of the incident response.

• Efficiency in logistics directly impacts incident outcomes.

• Logistics is only important for transportation.

• The Logistics Section has no effect on incident outcomes.

• Logistics is only about managing resources.

EOCs provide support to incidents by obtaining resources.

• Resource management is a key function of EOCs.

• EOCs are primarily responsible for public relations.

• EOCs focus solely on financial management.

• EOCs do not engage in resource allocation.

EOCs are staffed with personnel trained to represent their agency or discipline.

• Personnel in EOCs ensure effective communication and coordination.

• EOCs are only for emergency medical services.

• EOCs do not require trained personnel.

• EOCs are used solely for disaster recovery.

Operations Section

• Part of the General Staff responsible for tactical operations.

• A unit that manages logistics and supply chain.

• A section that oversees personnel management and training.

• The division that handles public relations and communications.

Incident Action Planning

• Is a method for documenting past incidents.

• Guides effective incident management activities and captures overall priorities.

• Focuses solely on the financial aspects of incident management.

• Is only relevant for large-scale disasters.

Converge at City Hall

• A designated meeting point for coordinated action.

• A location for public speeches and rallies.

• A site for city council meetings and decisions.

• A tourist attraction with historical significance.