Practice question
An IC must rapidly transition from a Type 5 single-engine response to a multi-agency Type 3 event after a large anhydrous ammonia release. Which action is MOST consistent with NFPA 470 Ch. 12?
- Maintain the same single-IC structure indefinitely
- Expand the organization, activate command/general staff as needed, and request a written IAP for the next operational period
- Disband the initial command structure and start over
- Refer command to the local emergency manager only
Answer: B — Expand the organization, activate command/general staff as needed, and request a written IAP for the next operational period
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