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Why was the incident command system developed?
The concept of ICS was developed more than thirty years ago, in the aftermath of a devastating wildfire in California. During 13 days in 1970, 16 lives were lost, 700 structures were destroyed and over one-half million acres burned. The overall cost and loss associated with these fires totaled $18 million per day.
What does a incident command post?
The Incident Command Post is the primary location for on-scene incident command and management. Typically, the ICP is located at or near the incident site and is the centre for management of on-scene and tactical operations. Planning and communications could also be coordinated from this location.
Who developed the Incident Command System?
ICS was developed in the 1970s by an interagency group in Southern California called FIRESCOPE. FIRESCOPE stood for Firefighting Resources of Southern California Organized for Potential Emergencies and they set out to develop two interrelated, yet independent, systems for managing wildland fire.
Who created the Incident Command System?
When to use branches in the incident complex?
Using Branches allows for more flexibility to establish Divisions or Groups if required later. Also, because Divisions and Groups already may have been established at each of the incidents, the same basic structure can be maintained below the Branch level within the Incident Complex. When to Use It
What do you need to know about the incident command system?
A worksheet introducing the Incident Command System. The Incident Command System (ICS) is a highly standardized, top-down, military-based management structure that supersedes the management structure of every other agency that responds to an event.
How are branches identified in a command system?
A Branch is organizationally situated between the Section Chief and the Division or Group in the Operations Section, and between the Section and Units in the Logistics Section. Branches are identified by the use of Roman numerals or by functional area.
Is the incident commander part of the General Staff?
The Incident Commander is technically not a part of either the General or Command Staff. The Incident Commander is responsible for: Having clear authority and knowing agency policy.