Incident Commander

Summary:

Safety Management Systems conducts the Incident Command System training at Cal-State University Fullerton. SMS utilizes the NIMS ICS. The ICS is documented by FEMA - a branch of Homeland Security and required by OSHA’s HAZWOPER regulations 29 CFR 1910.120 and Cal-OSHA’s Title 8, 5192.

This certificate meets and exceeds OSHA requirements. The course is required for senior emergency response officials who have ultimate site control responsibilities. The ICS is required in the event of a hazardous materials incident.

What You'll Learn:

• Role of the Incident Commander
• NIMS Incident Command System
• Identify purpose of the ICS
• Identify requirements to use the ICS
• Identify the roles and functions of the Command Staff
• General Staff functions (Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance)
• Identify the ICS Facilities (Post, Camp, Base, Helibase etc.)
• Common responsibilities

Who Should Attend:

Anyone who must comply with Fed / California's laws and regulations regarding Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.

• Front line Employees
• Supervisors / Managers
• Incident Commanders