INTRODUCTION TO THE INCIDENT
COMMAND SYSTEM ACTUAL EXAM PAPER
2026 QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
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⩥ National Incident Management System, framework for incident
management. Answer: NIMS
⩥ Leader responsible for managing incident response. Answer: Incident
Commander
⩥ Advisors to the Incident Commander with specific roles. Answer:
Command Staff
⩥ Functional roles supporting the Incident Commander. Answer:
General Staff
⩥ Establishes common processes for resource management. Answer:
Incident-Level Planning
⩥ Systematic management of resources during incidents. Answer:
Resource Management
, ⩥ Framework for effective information sharing during incidents.
Answer: Communications Management
⩥ Hierarchy defining authority and accountability in ICS. Answer:
Chain of Command
⩥ Systems allowing different agencies to communicate effectively.
Answer: Interoperable Communications
⩥ Management of multiple incidents or large situations. Answer: Area
Command
⩥ Entity overseeing qualification processes within its jurisdiction.
Answer: Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
⩥ Organizational level with major operational responsibility. Answer:
Branch
⩥ Site providing services to incident personnel. Answer: Camp
⩥ Attesting qualifications for incident management roles. Answer:
Certification