Informed’s NIMS Incident Command System Field Guide offers essential NIMS compliance information that is accessible and easy to understand. Ideal for those at the local, state, or federal level, or even in private industry, this guide delivers the knowledge you need to meet NIMS requirements effectively.
Ensuring Command Readiness
This field guide is a must-have tool for NIMS and incident command training. Its dedicated focus on NIMS objectives equips you with the knowledge to adapt to crises. Designed with on-site application in mind, it empowers you to tackle any situation on the field confidently.
Incident Command Training
Boasting a comprehensive yet user-friendly structure, the third edition of the Field Guide features enhancements to various sections, including:
- Extended operational planning process details
- Improved checklists for functional positions
- Updated data on NIMS and NRF relationship
- Expanded focus on Multiagency Coordination Systems and Joint Information Systems
- Strengthened inclusion of intelligence, investigation functions, and Center Management System (CMS)
- Detailed explanation of Incident Command System Concepts and position-specific Command and operation protocols
Ready, Set, Incident Response!
Armed with the Informed’s NIMS Incident Command System Field Guide, you’re assured of sturdy support whenever you step into the field. Filled with sample schedules, meeting agendas, and organizational charts, this guide and your training transform you into an efficient incident responder ready to take on any crisis.
Content
- Section NIMS Concepts and Principles
- Section Incident Command/ Unified Command
- Section Operations Section
- Section Planning Section
- Section Logistics Section
- Section Finance Section
- Section Intelligence and Investigation
- Section Common Responsibilities
- Section Operational Planning Cycle
- Section Glossary
- Section Acronyms
- Section ICS Form Number/Title/Prepared By
- Section ICS Forms Notepads
About the Author
Michael J. Ward, MGA, MIFireE has four decades of emergency service experience in volunteer, contract and career roles. Retired as a Captain II/paramedic from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department was Executive Director of EMS Services for Saint Clare’s Hospital in Dover, NJ. Fire Science Program Head at Northern Virginia Community College. A dozen years as an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at George Washington University in Washington DC. Currently a Senior Associate with Fitch and Associates.
