These activities are specific to hazardous material incidents and are in addition to the usual requirements of each position. This does not restrict the IC from staffing other ICS positions or from specifying additional duties that might be required by the incident. ANY FUNCTIONS NOT DELEGATED REMAIN THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INCIDENT COMMANDER.

Safety-reports directly to the Incident Commander

A safety officer will be delegated by the Incident Commander. The Safety Chief will monitor the activities and conditions in the Support Zone. He/she shall confirm that all exposed members participate in the decontamination process. The Safety Chief will record the name, identification number, rank, and unit number of all members decontaminated with a description of the decontamination procedures employed. A copy of this report will be forwarded as soon as practical to the administrative offices.

The Hazardous Materials Group Supervisor is responsible for site safety and operations inside the area bounded by the Contamination Control Line including the Exclusion Area or "Hot Zone".

Information- reports directly to the Incident Commander

Firefighter should not make any statements to anyone outside the Fire Department chain of command about the character or nature of a hazardous materials incident. Inquiries should be directed to the Incident Commander or Information Officer, if the position has been staffed.

Information to the public will be released in conjunction with the Mayor's Office as per the TEMTeam Plan.

Liaison- reports directly to the Incident Commander

This is a senior Fire Department Officer who is the contact point for representatives of assisting and cooperating agencies. The Liaison has the authority given be the IC to commit Fire Department resources to specific incident activities and support functions.

The Liaison assists the IC in assisting Technical Specialists to appropriate functions within ICS.

Operations Chief-reports directly to the Incident Commander

The Operations Chief directs, coordinates, and controls all tactical activities and functions necessary to carry out the objectives of Command. Reports directly to the Fire Department IC.

A. Responsibilities of the Operation Chief

1. Directs the management of all Fire Dept. on-scene tactical efforts needed to gain control of the incident.
2. Works directly with the Fire Dept. IC and Police Dept. IC developing both primary and alternative strategies.
3. Determines operational necessities and requests additional support when required.
4. Establishes Sectors and Groups as determined by operational needs.
5. Assigns objectives to Sector and Group Supervisors.
6. Reports changing conditions to the IC.
7. Supervises the Staging Area Manager.

Technical Specialists (Assigned to Operations)

May be assigned by Command or Liaison Officer to advise or assist in the tactical activities under the direction of the Operations Chief.

Planning Chief - reports directly to the Incident Commander

A. Gathers, evaluates, disseminates information for the development of alternative strategies.
B. Maintains records of incident activities for analysis and review, tracks current resource and situation status.
C. Establishes and maintains communications network.

This function will include preparation and maintenance of a Command and Control Chart as part of the overall site safety plan.

A. The Chart should identify the topographic features of the site, prevailing wind direction, drainage, location of buildings, physical barriers, tanks, etc. This information is helpful in:

1. Planning activities.
2. Assigning personnel.
3. Identifying access routes, evacuation routes, and any problem areas.
4. Identifying areas at the site that require the use of personal protective equipment.
5. As a visual aid during briefing of on-site emergency personnel.

B. The Chart should be updated throughout the course of the operation and should reflect:

1. Changes in site activities;
2. Hazards not previously identified;
3. Weather conditions; and
4. Activities of other agencies on site.

A. May be assigned by Command or Liaison Officer in an advisory capacity from various parties and agencies with interest or jurisdiction. These might include representatives of the material owner/shipper, chemists, field monitoring personnel from other agencies, code and regulation enforcement officials, members of City agencies with expertise or resource capability of a unique nature.
They will supply technical information, data interpretation, sample analysis, forecasts, etc.
B. Persons assigned at this level generally do not have decision making authority for their particular agency unless specifically authorized. They act in an advisory capacity for incident planning.
C. Information gathered will be used by Command and Operations Chief for the development and execution of various incident activities.

A. The IC will designate a member to keep a Log. The Log should be retained by the Fire Dept. IC.
Records of these incidents are always important, but especially when the incident results in personal injury, property damage, or damage to the environment.
B. Certain events require more complex documentation. These incidents include but are not limited to:

1. Prolonged multi-agency operation.
2. Multiple changes at the Command level.
3. Major events involving several jurisdictions, private corporations, public utilities, etc.
4. Events involving high risk operations.
5. Multiple injuries or mass exposure.
6. Extensive isolation or evacuation of the public or public areas.
7. Isolation or contamination of environmentally sensitive areas or facilities.

C. Transcripts of this information can be taken from video tapes, photographs, and sound recordings made during the event or from notes kept in a bound log book (not looseleaf). Log books are carried in each Command Chief's car and in the Field Communications Unit.
D. All information should be recorded objectively. Each person making an entry should date and sign the document. The number of persons recording the information should be kept to a minimum.
E. Entries should be made in a timely way to insure accuracy and thoroughness. Neatness and legibility are essential.
F. The following information should be recorded:

1. Chronological history of the event.
2. Facts about the incident and when they became available including names, descriptions, source, quantity, and cause of release, if known.
3. Names and assignments of key personnel and resources.
4. Actions, decisions, orders and directions given: by whom, to whom, and when.
5. Actions taken: who did what, when, where, and how.
6. Possible exposure of personnel.
7. Records of all injuries and illnesses during, or as a result of, the emergency.

A. Logistics is the procurement, distribution, maintenance of facilities, services, materials and personnel to support the incident.
B. The Service and Support functions would include the following responsibilities:

1. Service
a. Fire Department Medical Officer:

1. Determine a site for medical facilities.
2. Assist in setting up and recording the transportation of the injured.
3. Provide medical treatment for Fire Dept. personnel.

b. Facilities

1. Assist in the operation of the Command Post, rest and rehabilitation areas and secondary staging for apparatus. Procuring shelter facilities for personnel.

2. Support
a. Mask Service

Supply air cylinders or air lines.
NOTE: POTENTIALLY CONTAMINATED CYLINDERS MUST NOT BE EXCHANGED.

b. Special Units (Supplies)

1. Order and supply specialized extinguishing agents (CO2 , Foam, Dry Powder, etc.)
2. Order and supply diking, absorbent, or neutralizing materials.
3. Facilitate specialized tools or heavy duty equipment (shoring, cranes, etc.), pumps, etc.

c. Fleet Maintenance

1. Repair and refueling of vehicles at extended operations.
2. Supply vehicles for transportation.

C. Liability, costs to the provider, and the availability of certain types of equipment preclude irregular or informal arrangements for the procurement of equipment and supplies.