N431: FEMA -Incident Command System
Management by Objectives (MBO)
A process in which objectives set by a subordinate and a supervisor must be reached within a given time period. Establishing specific, measurable incident objectives. Identifying strategies, tactics, tasks and activities to achieve the objectives. Developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish identified tasks. Documenting results for the incident objectives.
accountability in NIMS
The Check-In principle is part of the Accountability Characteristic. Your supervisor has asked you to come to the office to begin organizing volunteers and get prepared to set up shelters, if tasked.
Goal of Common terminology in ICS
The goal of common terminology is to promote understanding among all parties involved in managing an incident. Radio codes, agency-specific codes, acronyms, or jargon should not be used.
Incident Commander
The individual who has overall command of the incident in the field.
ICS helps ensure;
The safety of responders, community members, and others. The achievement of incident objectives. The efficient use of resources.
Incident Action Plan (IAP)
Written or unwritten plan for the disposition of an incident; contains the strategic goals, tactical objectives, and support requirements for a given operational period during an incident. Cover a specified timeframe. Be proactive. Specify the incident objectives. State the activities to be completed. Assign responsibilities. Identify needed resources. Specify communication protocols.
Finance & Administation
cost & analysis measure damage of incident
deputy
one chosen to help or take the place of another or to act in that person's absence
Logistic Chief
provide resources
The Planning Section
provides valuable information and reports during the incident. In addition, the reports and records help to identify lessons learned during the after-action review process.
Incident COmmnder deal with
The Incident Commander is responsible for the overall management of the incident Command Operation Planning Logistics FInance/ ADministration
Delegating Incident Management Responsiblities
has the ability to expand or contract to meet the needs of the incide
Chain of Command does not prevent you from
Chain of command does NOT prevent personnel from directly communicating with each other to ask for or share information.
modular organization
An organization where all the nonessential functions are outsourced.
5 major ICS Functional Areas
Command Operations Planning Logistics Finance/Administration
Safety Officer
In incident command, the person who gives the "go ahead" to a plan or who may stop an operation when rescuer safety is an issue.
ICS Command Staff
Individuals appointed by and directly responsible to the IC, including Safety Officer, Liaison Officer, and Public Information Officer. can appoint technical specialist (legal, medical, science) acts as command advisor
Dispatch/Deployment
Remember, you should respond only when dispatched by an appropriate authority.
Incident command
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for the incident.
Planning
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation.
Transfer communication when?
establish at the beginning of the command
Selecting or Changing Incident Commanders
incident become more or less complex, - command is transferred - make sure briefing is done before they leave to ensure continuing safe & effective operations
Modular Organization Information and Intelligence Management
the Operations Section Chief has asked for a specialized monitoring team, resulting in the expansion of the organization due to the increasing complexity of the incident.Information and , the Operations Section Chief has analyzed the information you and the Shelter Manager have shared and has taken action based on this additional information. close
Incident COmmand Definition
the act of directing, ordering, or controlling by virtue of explicit statutory, regulatory, or delegated authority.
General Staff
A group of incident management personnel organized according to function and reporting to the Incident Commander. The General Staff normally consists of the Operations Section Chief, Planning Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, and Finance/Administration Section Chief. An Intelligence/Investigations Chief may be established, if required, to meet incident management needs.
You are the City Fire Chief and are evaluating the supervisory structure needed to manage the Incident Command Post staff. You are also identifying senior representatives from the Health Care community and from Public Works to help develop objectives to protect the residents of the nursing home and the critical water resources of the community. Select the three NIMS Management Characteristics you are supporting. Incident Facilities and Locations Establishment and Transfer of Command Unified Command Accountability Dispatch/Deployment Information and Intelligence Managemen
Incident Facilities and LocationsExplanation: In accordance with Incident Facilities and Locations, you have requested to establish an Incident Command Post because of the complexity of the incident.Establishment and Transfer of CommandExplanation: In accordance with Establishment and Transfer of Command and as the organization with the primary responsibility for the incident, you are clearly establishing command.Unified CommandExplanation: In accordance with Unified Command, you are allowing agencies with different legal, geographic, and functional responsibilities (Health Care and Public Works) to work together effectively without affecting individual agency authority, responsibility, or accountability. close
Public Information Officer
Interfaces with the public and media and/or with other agencies regarding incident-related information requirements.
Dispatch/Deployment
After check-in, you will locate your incident supervisor and obtain your initial briefing. The briefings you receive and give should include: Current assessment of the situation and incident objectives. Identification of your specific job responsibilities. Description of ICS organizational structure and identification of coworkers. Location of work area. Identification of break areas, as appropriate. Procedural instructions for obtaining needed resources. Operational periods/work shifts. Required safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE), as appropriate.
Joint Information Center
An area designated by the incident commander, or a designee, in which public information officers from multiple agencies disseminate information about the incident.
LOgistics
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives (resources can include personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities).
Unified Command
Assigns a single Incident Commander to assume unity of command and make decisions for all jurisdictions.
Operations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all operational resources.
NIMS (National Incident Management System)
Consistent nationwide approach for federal , state, local and tribal governments to work effectively and efficiently together to plan and respond to crisis
Incident Commander responsiblities
Ensuring overall incident safety Providing information services to internal and external stakeholders, such as disaster survivors, agency executives, and senior officials Establishing and maintaining liaisons with other agencies participating in the incident
Chain of Command and Unity of Command Accountability
Explanation: In accordance with Chain of Command and Unity of Command, you are receiving direction from a single supervisor, the American Red Cross Disaster Operations Supervisor.AccountabilityExplanation: In accordance with Accountability, you are managing the resources under your control by re-assigning shelter staff personnel and having them checkout.
unity of command, you report to
Report to only one Incident Command System (ICS) supervisor. Receive work assignments only from your ICS supervisor.
Comprehensive Resource Management
Resource Identification and Typing Qualification, Certification and Credentialing Personnel Planning for Resources Acquiring, Storing and Inventorying Resources
The Operations Section has determined that the Emergency Medical Services, the Fire Department, and the School Bus Company will be assigned to the evacuation of the Nursing Home. They will all converge at City Hall and will be dispatched, as appropriate, to begin the rapid and safe movement of the residents to their temporary shelter locations. What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated? Modular Organization Comprehensive Resource Management Establishment and Transfer of Command Dispatch/Deployment
Resources should be deployed only when requested or when dispatched by an appropriate authority through established resource management systems.
liason officer
Serves as the Incident Commander's point of contact for representatives of governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and private-sector organizations.
Accountability
ctive accountability during incident operations is essential. As part of the Incident Command System (ICS) structure, you will need to abide by agency policies and guidelines and any applicable local, tribal, state, or Federal rules and regulations. There are several principles you will need to adhere to: Check-In/Check-Out. All responders must report in to receive an assignment. Checking out is just as critical as checking in. Incident Action Planning. Response operations must be coordinated as outlined in the Incident Action Plan. Unity of Command. Each individual will be assigned to only one supervisor. Personal Responsibility. ICS relies on each individual taking personal accountability for their own actions. Span of Control. Supervisors must be able to adequately supervise and control their subordinates, as well as communicate with and manage all resources under their supervision. Resource Tracking. Supervisors must record and report resource status changes as they occur. Accountability starts as soon as a resource is requested through the time that the resource returns to their home base safely.
Comprehensive resource management
describes standard mechanisms to identify requirements and order and acquire, mobilize, activate, track and report, recover and demobilize, reimburse for, and inventory resources such as personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities.
Logistics Sections Major Acitivies
Preparing and documenting Incident Action Plans Managing information and maintaining situational awareness for the incident Tracking resources assigned to the incident Maintaining incident documentation Developing plans for demobilization
Planning Section- major activities
Preparing and documenting Incident Action Plans Managing information and maintaining situational awareness for the incident Tracking resources assigned to the incident Maintaining incident documentation Developing plans for demobilization
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response operations?
Incident Action Plan
Emergency Operation Center Role
A physical or virtual location where staff from multiple agencies come together to address imminent threats and hazards Staffed with personnel trained for, and authorized to, represent their agency/discipline Equipped with mechanisms for communicating with the incident site Providing support to the incident by obtaining resources Applicable at different levels of government
You are the Operations Section Chief at the Incident Command Post and request that all response communications be conducted using a pre-determined set of frequencies. You also remind everyone in the field to use plain language.What NIMS Management Characteristics are you supporting? Select all that apply. Common Terminology Management by Objectives Incident Action Planning Integrated Communications Unified Command Accountability
Common TerminologyExplanation: In accordance with Common Terminology, you have asked that everyone use plain language to promote understanding between all parties.Integrated CommunicationsExplanation: In accordance with Integrated Communications, you have developed and implemented a common communications plan by asking that all response communications be conducted using a pre-determined set of frequencies.
NIMS Characteristics
Common termiology Modular Org Common ojective/ end goal Incident Action PlanningMaintain Manageable Span of COntrol Designated Incident Facilities Unified Command Chain of Command & Unity of Commant Accountability Resources Mgt Dispatched & Distribution of Resources
You are the American Red Cross liaison in the Emergency Operation Center and you print up a list of the location of materials necessary to outfit the shelters. Materials stored in both facilities are adequate to meet the initial needs. Both the College and the Middle School are implementing their respective plans and are establishing necessary staffing to support the shelter requirements.What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated? Modular Organization Comprehensive Resource Management Establishment and Transfer of Command Dispatch/Deployment
Comprehensive Resource Management
: You are the President of Lawrence College. You and the American Red Cross Shelter Manager have contacted the Incident Command Post concerning the ability to meet the nutritional and long term pharmaceutical needs of the elderly residents. The Liaison Officer requests assistance from the Emergency Operations Center.What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated? Modular Organization Comprehensive Resource Management Establishment and Transfer of Command Dispatch/Deployment
Comprehensive Resource Management describes standard mechanisms to identify requirements and order and acquire, mobilize, activate, track and report, recover and demobilize, reimburse for, and inventory resources such as personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities.
Finance Administration Major Activities
Contract negotiation and monitoring Timekeeping Cost analysis Compensation for injury or damage to property Documentation for reimbursement (e.g., under mutual aid agreements and assistance agreements)
Incident Coordination
Coordination includes the activities that ensure that the onsite ICS organization receives the information, resources, and support needed to achieve the incident objectives. Coordination takes place in a number of entities and at all levels of government. Establishing policy based on interactions with agency executives, other agencies, and stakeholders. Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating information to support the establishment of shared situational awareness. Establishing priorities among incidents. Resolving critical resource issues. Facilitating logistics support and resource tracking. Synchronizing public information messages to ensure that everyone is speaking with one voice.
Command and Coordination
Direct tactical response to save lives, stabilize the incident, and protect property and the environment Incident support through resource acquisition, information gathering, and interagency coordination Policy guidance and senior level decision making Outreach and communication with the media and public to keep them informed about the incident
1. The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used interchangeably. <Choose Match>TrueFalse2. ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. <Choose Match>TrueFalse3. ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management.
False True True CorrectFALSE: The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.Explanation: The National Incident Management System (NIMS) is a systematic, proactive approach to guide all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and the private sector to work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the effects of incidents. ICS is just one part of NIMS.TRUE: ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary.Explanation: ICS can be used to manage any type of incident, including a planned event (e.g., the Olympics, Presidential inauguration, etc.). Using ICS for every incident or planned event helps improve and maintain skills needed for the large-scale incidents.TRUE: ICS is a standardized, on-scene, all-hazards approach to incident management.Explanation: ICS helps ensure the integration of our response efforts. ICS allows all responders to adopt an integrated organizational structure that matches the complexities and demands of the incident while respecting agency and jurisdictional authorities. close
Manageable Span of Control
Ideally no more than 5!! number of personnel under any individuals direct control. effective incident management may require ratios significantly different from this. This ratio is a guideline--incident personnel should use their best judgement to determine the appropriate ratio for an incident.
Incident facilities and locations
Incident Command Post (ICP) Incident base, staging areas, and camps Mass casualty triage areas Point-of-distribution Emergency shelters
What is the role of incident commdet
Incident Commander has the authority to establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources. To achieve these ends, the Incident Commander works closely with staff and technical experts to analyze the situation and consider alternative strategies.
Management and Intelligence Management
Incident management must establish a process for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing incident-related information and intelligence. I 911 calls Radio, video and data communications among responders Situation Reports (SITREPS) Technical specialists from organizations such as the National Weather Service Reports from field observers Geospatial products, such as GIS, etc. Print, online, broadcast, and social media Risk assessments Terroristic or violent threats Surveillance of disease outbreaks Structural plans and vulnerabilities
Integrated communications
Integrated communications are necessary to maintain connectivity, achieve situational awareness, and facilitate information sharing.
eneral Staff immediately come together and begin developing strategies. General Staff Chiefs are: Evaluating staffing and supervisory needs in the Incident Command Post. Identifying resource shortfalls. Updating planning documents. What NIMS Management Characteristics are you supporting? Select all that apply. Common Terminology Management by Objectives Incident Action Planning Manageable Span of Control Unified Command Accountability
Management by ObjectivesExplanation: In accordance with Management by Objectives, the Command and General Staff begin developing strategies based upon the previous objectives.Incident Action PlanningExplanation: In accordance with Incident Action Planning, the Command and General Staff are updating planning documents to include staffing and resource needs.Manageable Span of ControlExplanation: In accordance with Manageable Span of Control, General staff chiefs are evaluating staffing needs in the Incident Command Post to ensure no one supervisor has more personnel than can be managed.
Due to the complexity of the incident, the Incident Commander has expanded the Operations Section to include an Evacuation Group.What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated? Modular Organization Comprehensive Resource Management Establishment and Transfer of Command Dispatch/Deployment
Modular organization
Finance/Administration
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time recording, and cost analyses.
NIMS Components
NIMS is much more than just using the Incident Command System or an organization chart. NIMS is a consistent, nationwide, systematic approach that includes the following components: Preparedness Communications and Information Management Resource Management Command and Management Ongoing Management and Maintenance
Scenario: You are a Geographic Information System (GIS) specialist who normally works at the Public Works Planning office. You are directed to report to the Incident Command Post (ICP) and have been assigned to the Planning Section Chief and will report to the Chief. You will be producing maps to display potential flooding impacts in the city and county. What NIMS Management Characteristics are you supporting? Select the two characteristics that apply. Integrated Communications Establishment and Transfer of Command Chain of Command and Unity of Command Accountability Dispatch/Deployment Information and Intelligence Management
information and intelligence and chain of command and unity command
Operation Sections: Major activities
mplementing strategies and developing tactics to carry out the incident objectives Directing the management of all tactical activities on behalf of the Incident Commander Supporting the development of the Incident Action Plan to ensure it accurately reflects current operations Organizing, assigning, and supervising the tactical response resources
Intellegence/Intvestigation Functui in ICS
ntelligence/Investigations (I/I) is a sixth ICS function identified in NIMS. The Intelligence / Investigations function can be established to collect, analyze, and disseminate incident-related information and intelligence for incidents involving intensive intelligence gathering and investigative activity (such as a criminal or terrorist act, or epidemiological, accident or mass fatality investigation). When I/I is required, the
chain of command
the vertical line of authority that clarifies who reports to whom throughout the organization Allows an Incident Commander to direct and control the actions of all personnel on the incident. Avoids confusion by requiring that orders flow from supervisors.
