Incident Command Systems for Corrections Performance Objectives Define the composition of A and B Teams. Explain the role of A and B Teams. Demonstrate the elements of a Brief Initial Report. Explain Tactical Priorities. Discuss simulations and their application. Introduction Incident Command Systems An all-risk system Specifically designed for corrections Includes every staff member in the institution Developed by National Institute of Corrections based on Arizona Department of Corrections model Every staff member must be able to activate system and assume command PLAY ICS VIDEO Designated Response Teams A Team Identified at beginning of shift Assignments based on duty post Must be able to respond immediately without jeopardizing security B Team Not involved in incident Assigned to collapsible duty post Segregation wings, Non-uniformed positions, etc Brief Initial Report (BIR) Used to activate Incident Command For any situation which is out of the norm, or requires additional resources Broadcast by radio or public address system Elements of a BIR Name and rank of commander Brief description of incident situation, (i.e., location, type of incident, number of staff and offenders) Obvious conditions (injury, groupings, weapons, hostages) Brief description of action taken Elements of a BIR Contd Declaration of strategy Any obvious safety concerns Assumption, identification, and location of Command Request or release resources as required Communication for BIR Clear Text No 10-codes or call signs Echoing of received transmissions Tactical Priorities Listed in priority order Safety, accountability, and welfare of the public, personnel and offenders (in that order). Stabilize, isolate and contain the incident and provide for preservation of life, property and order. Remove endangered persons and obtain treatment for injured. Conserve expenses and damage to property. Resolve the incident and return institution to normal operations. Tactical Priorities Contd Simulations A staged incident in which responding staff react. Used to provide training, not to critique individuals or shifts. Expanding the Organization Delegation. The Incident Commander releases functions to other personnel. Reorganization as incident expands. OPAL Operations Planning Administrative/Finance Logistics Duties and Responsibilities Most typical type of command is Single Command Unified command Command staff Recorder Public Information Officer Safety Officer Liaison Officer Summary Questions?