A. Provides an orientation to individual resources at the beginning of their assignments
B. Sets forth the specific tasks, reporting relationships, and expectations for support staff
C. Presents the Incident Action Plan (IAP) for the upcoming period to supervisory personnel
D. Helps keep the public and media informed about the incident status and operational accomplishments
The correct answer is:
Correct Answer:
C. Presents the Incident Action Plan (IAP) for the upcoming period to supervisory personnel.
Explanation:
The Operational Period Briefing (Shift Briefing) is a structured meeting conducted at the start of each operational period during an emergency response. According to FEMA’s Incident Command System (ICS) guidelines, this briefing:
✔ Presents the Incident Action Plan (IAP) for the upcoming period.
✔ Informs supervisory personnel (e.g., Section Chiefs, Branch Directors) about objectives, tactics, and assignments.
✔ Facilitates coordination among response teams, ensuring a unified approach.
✔ Addresses critical updates on safety hazards, resource availability, and logistics.
Real-World Example:
During wildfire responses, the Incident Commander (IC) and Operations Section Chief conduct this briefing to align teams on fire containment strategies, evacuation procedures, and resource deployment, ensuring an efficient and safe operation.
Why Not the Other Options?
❌ A (Provides an orientation to individual resources) – This is done through the Check-In Process & Deployment Briefing, not the Operational Period Briefing.
❌ B (Sets forth tasks, reporting relationships, expectations for support staff) – While the briefing includes high-level roles, it primarily focuses on the IAP, strategies, and safety concerns.
❌ D (Helps keep the public and media informed) – Public updates are managed by the Public Information Officer (PIO), not the Operational Period Briefing.
For more details, refer to FEMA ICS-200 or ICS-300 training materials.
