PSAF2040 — Incident Command Strategies
PSAF 2040 - Incident Command Strategies PSAF 2040 - Incident Command Strategies Hours/Week: Lecture 4 Lab 0 Course Description: This course is a comprehensive and in-depth examination of the incident command system used to manage small to large scale natural, human-made and terrorist incidents using the guidelines set forth by the National Incident Management System (NIMS) per Homeland Security Presidential Directive-5. Basic through advanced principles of the incident command system and NIMS will be discussed, examined, and applied in simulations utilizing various media all revolving around a multidisciplinary approach. MnTC Goals None Major Content All-hazard approach to incident management Incident command post location, configuration, staffing, command, and operations. Interfacing with government, media, and the community. Introduction to the incident command system. Multi-agency incidents. Review of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Role of the incident commander and staff. Simulated planning, preparation, and response to natural, human-made, and terrorist incidents utilizing the incident command system and NIMS. Standard operating procedures (SOP). The role of non-public safety organizations. Tours of EOCs. Learning