Incident Command
The FireRescue1 incident command resource page offers in-depth information about incident command principles, crew and resource deployment, best practices related to incident action plans and size-ups, training for specialized fireground teams, plus the latest news about incidents involving command issues.
A massive blaze gutted the longtime family-owned boat business in Summit Township, prompting a multi-agency response
The Ogdenburg Department of Public Safety said on social media firefighters identified the structure as suitable for exterior fire operations only thanks to prior knowledge and thorough pre-planning
The hot weather, limited water supply and a large amount of roofing materials inside the building hampered Cleveland firefighters
The best way to avoid analysis-paralysis during an MCI is to ‘get some of your thinking out of the way’ beforehand
Interim Fire Rescue Chief Tim “TD” Hardy said the report is part of a series of evaluations meant to prevent similar incidents
After a tornado tore through Mayfield, fire crews searched for survivors, evacuated the local jail, and mourned a friend
An honest and objective community assessment will highlight the many potential MCI events that could occur in any jurisdiction
Real challenges of an MCI from a metropolitan city’s perspective
It’s vital to identify your capacity, who can help when needed, and what equipment is limited
Fires in expansive structures – in this case 1.2 million square feet – can quickly overwhelm fire protection systems and crews
Water supply impacts interior ops, exposure protection, the public’s view of the fire department, and liability concerns
ICs need training reps to practice strategic deployment of resources, backup plans and communication skills
A Nashua, N.H., mayday underscores the importance of a quick mayday call and swift RIT response
Key questions to help determine if your department has the documentation needed – and whether your members are prepared
Your job is to make sure that you have put all the pieces in place to address a mayday before, during and after the incident
Radios serve as a critical communications and safety tool on any hazardous scene
The checklist incorporates both the simple Who-What-Where for the person announcing the mayday and LUNAR for the IC
Download your copy of the Guide, featuring a BC’s mayday experience, mayday training resources, and guidance for running command at a mayday event
The Ground Zero operation led to advances in incident management that continue to evolve for today’s complex and extreme events
Five steps to establish a solid track record, plus key legal and ethical issues to consider
Battalion Chief Jordan Saas said 8 of those sent are collapse specialists, and 2 will be on the incident management team
Too much information, not enough information and bad information all contribute to uncertainty in the incident commander’s decision-making process
Use this expert guide to help you apply for and win AFG funding for your communications project
ICs never have the fortune of hindsight and are always wishing they knew more. If they get it right, the team is responsible; if they get it wrong, the IC is responsible
The need to gather and disseminate real-time wildland fire information at the earliest point allows for quicker decision-making
The KNP Complex and Windy fires have damaged or killed dozens of giant sequoia trees
Video from Los Angeles blaze underscores the importance of smart decision-making and fireground prioritization
The chief officers, firefighters, EMTs and paramedics who responded to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol describe responding to the ill and injured
As the newly installed IAFC president, I suddenly faced a new fire service focus on terrorism and preparedness
4 ways to decrease response times and boost safety with integrated technologies that provide a unified experience from dispatch to fireground
Touring the condo collapse site offers a glimpse into the monumental rescue and recovery efforts underway
Agencies are (or should be) preparing for continued rolling blackouts meant to minimize the risk of electrical line-caused fires
