FEMA Incident Command System Flashcards
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What ICS facility serves as the location from which the Incident Commander oversees all incident operations?
Answer: Incident Command Post
The Incident Command Post (ICP) is the field location where the Incident Commander and key command staff manage incident operations.
Which ICS position is responsible for procuring resources and services not available through normal channels?
Answer: Procurement Unit Leader
The Procurement Unit Leader within the Finance/Administration Section handles all financial matters related to vendor contracts and purchasing.
What term describes the gradual activation of ICS components as an incident grows in complexity?
Answer: Modular Organization
ICS uses a modular organization structure that expands and contracts based on incident needs and complexity.
In ICS, what is the purpose of the Staging Area?
Answer: To hold resources available for immediate assignment
Staging Areas are locations where resources are kept in an available status awaiting tactical assignment.
Which ICS Section provides services and support including communications, food, and transportation for incident operations?
Answer: Logistics Section
The Logistics Section provides all facilities, services, and material support needed for the incident response.
What is the ICS term for the individual who manages a geographic area within the Operations Section at large incidents?
Answer: Division Supervisor
A Division Supervisor manages resources assigned to a specific geographic area within the Operations Section.