Incident Commander Type 5

Introduction

The Incident Commander’s responsibility is the overall management of the incident. On most incidents the command activity is carried out by a single Incident Commander.

Duties

• Demonstrates the ability to apply first aid to stop any bleeding; splints, fractures, care for burns or heat injuries, administer COR and shock control measures.
• Demonstrates ability to apply business management practices.
• Properly uses portable or mobile multi-channel radio.
• Properly uses maps and compass.
• Inspects hose and accessories for type, size and condition.
• Properly sets up, operates and maintains pump.
• Properly starts, operates, and maintains a chain saw in accordance with agency procedures, manufacturer’s recommendations, and safety requirements.
• Obtains complete information from dispatch upon initial activation.
• Gathers intelligence.
• Wildland fire investigation. Records and reports all information that might help in determining fire cause and origin. Designates and protects the area of fire origin.
• Arrives at incident and checks in. Arrives properly equipped at assigned location within acceptable time limits. Checks in according to agency guidelines.
• Demonstrates use of NWCG Fireline handbook 410-1.
• Receives task/assignment and briefing from supervisor.
• Properly sizes up fire.
• Demonstrates understanding of how to apply LCES.
• Briefs subordinates or relief.
• Keeps assigned personnel informed on a continuing basis about all pertinent information.
• Inspects assigned personnel and their personal protective equipment.
• Inspects assigned equipment and supplies.
• Provides leadership and supervision for members assigned to the incident.
• Assists with preparation of necessary reports and records.
• Develops tactics for containment of the fire based upon agency administrator’s briefing, available resources and information gathered during size-up.
• Serves as lookout, providing all safety related information regarding fire behavior, weather conditions and forecasts to all incident personnel.
• Performs any safety related duties required by the incident, ensuring the safety, welfare, and accountability of all assigned personnel during the entire period of command.

Position Knowledge and/or Requirements

• Look Up, Look Down, Look Around (S-133)
• Satisfactory performance as a Advanced Firefighter/Squad Boss
  AND
• Satisfactory position performance as an Incident Commander Type 5 on a wildland fire incident