HAZWOPER: Incident Command System (ICS) Overview

How do we coordinate the facilities, equipment, personnel and procedures we use to manage incident responses? The answer is the Incident Command System (ICS). Take this course to learn about the components of the management system and how we use them. This course is ideal for industrial plant employees including maintenance personnel, first responders and other people who respond to hazardous material incidents.

 Recall the command structure and best practices for sharing and transferring command

 Identify common types of ICS operations

 Recall the ICS planning process

 Recognize four logistical areas in an ICS operation

 Recall who will conduct intelligence and investigation operations

 Identify finance and administration concerns

Regulations: FEMA 44 CFR 300-362