Incident Command System Flashcards

Which ICS form is used as the Incident Briefing during initial response or transfer of command?

Answer: ICS 201

The ICS 201 captures the initial situation, actions, and resources for briefing purposes.

Which ICS form serves as an Activity Log for individuals and units to record actions taken?

Answer: ICS 214

The ICS 214 Activity Log documents significant activities and events for each unit or person.

Which ICS form is the Incident Action Plan Safety Analysis used to identify hazards and mitigations by work location?

Answer: ICS 215A

The ICS 215A pairs work assignments with identified hazards and mitigation measures.

A holding crew needs to send a written request for more drip torch fuel to logistics; which ICS form is designed for this general communication?

Answer: ICS 213

The ICS 213 General Message form is used for written messages not covered by other forms.

What is the preferred method for transferring command from one Burn Boss to another during a multi-day burn?

Answer: A face-to-face briefing with the incoming person

Transfer of command should include a full briefing, preferably face-to-face, followed by notifying all personnel.

In ICS, how does a Division differ from a Group?

Answer: Divisions are geographic; Groups are functional

Divisions divide an incident by geography, while Groups are organized by function such as ignition or holding.

Five Type 6 engines with common communications and a leader assigned together are best described as what?

Answer: Strike Team

A Strike Team consists of resources of the same kind and type with a leader and common communications.