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IS-100 Introduction to Incident Command System

Keywords / Description:

This FEMA Independent Study Program course, ICS-100, introduces the Incident Command System (ICS) and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training.

This course describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the Incident Command System. It also explains the relationship between ICS and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

Completion of this course by all entry-level personnel is required for Project Public Health Ready recognition.

Toolkit:

PPHR Toolkit

Keyword Area:

Incident Command System, NIMS, Project Public Health Ready

Jurisdiction:

Institutional Author:

Department of Homeland Security

Submitted:

03/26/2007

Modified:

08/20/2012

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