Laserfiche WebLink
Operations Section <br />The section responsible for all tactical incident operations. In ICS, it normally <br />includes subordinate branches, divisions, and/or groups. <br />Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) <br />This is the 8 hour time -weighted average or ceiling concentration above which <br />workers may not be exposed. The use of personal protective equipment may be <br />advisable where there is a potential for exposure. <br />Personnel Accountability <br />The ability to account for the location and welfare of incident personnel. It is <br />accomplished when supervisors ensure that ICS principles and processes are <br />functional and that personnel are working within established incident management <br />guidelines. <br />Planning Meeting <br />A meeting held as needed prior to and throughout the duration of an incident to <br />select specific strategies and tactics for incident control operations and for service <br />and support planning. For larger incidents, the planning meeting is a major element <br />in the development of the Incident Action Plan (IAP). <br />Planning Section <br />Responsible for the collection, evaluation, and dissemination of operational <br />information related to the incident, and for the preparation and documentation of the <br />IAP. This section also maintains information on the current and forecasted situation <br />and on the status of resources assigned to the incident. <br />Potential Emergency Condition <br />An incident or threat of a release which can be controlled by the first response <br />agencies and does not require evacuation of other than the involved structure or the <br />immediate outdoor area. The incident is confined to a small area and does not <br />pose an immediate threat to life or property. <br />xxiv <br />