Question

To ensure a smooth transfer, the outgoing incident commander should provide a(n) ___________ to the new incident commander.

Answer 1

To ensure a smooth transfer, the outgoing incident commander should provide a transfer of command briefing to the new incident commander.

Further explanation

Transfer of command is the process in which there is moving of the responsibility for incident command from one Incident Commander to another.

Transfer of command may take place for many reasons, including when:

A jurisdiction or agency is legally required to take command, Change of command is necessary for effectiveness or efficiency, Incident complexity changes, There is a need to relieve personnel on incidents of extended duration, Personal emergencies arise, The Agency Administrator or Jurisdictional Executive directs a change in  command

The arrival of a more qualified person does NOT necessarily mean a change in incident  command.

The more qualified individual may:  Assume command according to agency guidelines, Maintain command as it is and monitor command activity and effectiveness, Request a more qualified Incident Commander from the agency with a higher level of jurisdictional responsibility, Transfer of Command Procedures

One of the main features of ICS is a procedure to transfer command with minimal  disruption to the incident. This procedure may be used any time personnel in  supervisory positions change.  Whenever possible, transfer of command should:  Take place face-to-face, Include a complete briefing that captures essential information for continuing safe  and effective operations, The effective time and date of the transfer of command should be communicated to all  personnel involved in the incident,  A formal transfer of command at an incident always requires a command briefing transfer for the incoming Incident Commander.

It is important to know that rank, grade, and seniority are not the factors used to select the Incident Commander. The outgoing Incident Commander may need time to rest or may be reassigned to assume another role within the response. The outgoing Incident Commander should not try to direct the operations from a distance or while on leave.

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Answer details

Grade:  9

Subject:  social studies

Chapter:  incident commander

Keywords:  incident commander

Answer 2

To ensure a smooth transfer, the outgoing incident commander should provide a transfer of command briefing to the new incident commander. This should be done in a scenario in which the Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident Commander.

A formal transfer of command at an incident always requires a transfer of command briefing for the incoming Incident Commander.