FEMA Emergency Operations Center/Incident Command System Interface

Develop an effective interface between the Incident Command/Unified Command and the Emergency Operations Center

The goal of this course, FEMA 0191 Emergency Operations Center/Incident Command System Interface, is to enable the students to develop an effective interface between the Incident Command/Unified Command and the Emergency Operations Center by applying National Incident Management System principles.

Course Objectives:

Explain the course structure and potential ICS/EOC interface challenges.

Explain key NIMS concepts, command and coordination systems, and structures.

Analyze given scenarios to determine commonalities and potential interface issues between ICS and EOCs.

Explain the respective roles and interconnectivity of the NIMS command and coordination systems in coordination.

Contrast the typical role and functions of the Incident Command and the EOC during emergency operations.

Analyze given scenarios to apply ICS/EOC interface concepts.

Develop an ICS/EOC interface action plan for your community.