Incident Command Structure - Online

Incident Command Structure

This online course is designed to familiarize the student with the Incident Command System (ICS). The Incident Command System online training focuses on teaching the student how to identify positions within ICS, describe each position's roles and responsibilities, and ascertain how ICS can be used in different emergency scenarios.

Course Topics

• The Incident Command System
• The ICS Organization
• ICS in Action
• Pre-event Planning
• Summary and Conclusion

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Explain the principles and basic structure of the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Know and understand the importance of decontamination procedures
• Describe the NIMS management characteristics that are the foundation of the ICS.
• Describe the ICS functional areas and the roles of the Incident Commander and Command Staff.
• Know how to implement the employer's emergency response plan
• Describe the General Staff roles within ICS.
• Identify how NIMS management characteristics apply to ICS for a variety of roles and discipline areas.
• Know how to implement the employer's incident command system.
• Know and understand the hazards and risks experienced by employees working in chemical protective clothing

Important Registration and Payment Information:

• Immediate course access is provided when paid with a credit card, PayPal, and ACH at the time of registration
• Invoiced or purchase orders are subject to delayed course access pending credit approval.
• Invoice and purchase order terms are NET 15 days.
• Certificates of Completion cannot be released until full payment is received