Define incident command post and staging area in ICS and their roles.

Define incident command post and staging area in ICS and their roles.

• A. IC Post is the on-scene command center; Staging Area is where resources are assembled awaiting assignment.
• B. IC Post is where reports are filed; Staging Area is on-scene.
• C. IC Post handles logistics; Staging Area is for media.
• D. IC Post is the same as command staff office.

Answer: (A)