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Incident Command
The Case for Using NIMS on Everyday Incidents

When NIMS was rolled out, many incident commanders resisted the changes, especially the directive that the system should be used on everyday incidents. But such use is a critical way to ensure that personnel are ready to use NIMS when it really counts.
(Monday, June 18, 2012) read
Tags: Blue Card, Blue Card Command, command boards, fireground commander, IC, ICS, incident command, Incident Command System, incident commander, National Incident Management system, NIMS, Firefighter Safety, Strategy and Tactics
Extrication
Understanding the IC Role at Extrications

The incident commander at an extrication scene is a key role, essentially running the show. In his Make the Cut column, Todd Meyer explains what the IC should do on scene, focusing on establishing structure, running NIMS where necessary, operating from a distraction-free location and coordinating with other agencies.
(Wednesday, June 8, 2011) read
Tags: extrication, IC, incident commander, Incident Command

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