Multi Function Support Officer

Learning Objectives

• Gather information from various sources and differentiate between fact and opinion.

• Communicate critical messages effectively to the Incident Commander in different scenarios.

• Evaluate the relevance, accuracy, and reliability of information within set timeframes.

• Maintain accurate records related to personnel, incident progress, and other necessary details.

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of self, team members, Incident Commander, and other agencies.

• Accurately document personnel, incident progress, and messages during incidents.

• Prioritise and obtain critical and time-sensitive information required by incident commanders.

• Estimate water requirements using specific methodologies and plan water strategies for operational incidents.

• Create a water plan tailored to operational incidents.

• Conduct an analytical risk assessment as a Safety Sector Commander.

• Plan, resource, and lead a safety sector at a large incident.

• Perform the duties of a BA Sector Officer at a large incident.

Key Topics

• Information Gathering and Analysis

• Communication with Incident Commander

• Information Evaluation and Record Keeping

• Roles and Responsibilities at Incidents

• Water Management Strategies

• Risk Assessment and Safety Sector Planning

• BA Sector Operations

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