Transfer of Command Briefing Elements

A transfer of command briefing should always take place. The briefing should include:

  • Situation status
  • Incident objectives and priorities
  • Current organization
  • Resource assignments
  • Resources ordered and en route
  • Incident facilities
  • Incident communications plan
  • Incident prognosis, concerns, and other issues
  • Introduction of Command and General Staff members
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