Which ICS functional area arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives?

Question

Question: Which ICS functional area arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives?

Options:

1. Planning
2. Operations
3. Logistics
4. Finance/Administration

Answer 1

3. Logistics

Logistics arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives.

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Explanation:

The Logistics Section is responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials, including personnel to operate the requested equipment for the incident.

This section takes on great significance in long-term or extended operations. It is important to note that the Logistics Section functions are geared to support the incident responders.

For example, the Medical Unit in the Logistics Section provides care for the incident responders not civilian victims.

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