Chapters 3 &4: Emergency Response Organization Assignments & Responsibilities/Checklists
3.1 Management/Command
The Management Command Section is headed by the Incident Commander who provides the executive management of the emergency organization. This position directs, sets policy and provides support to the four other ICS functions. The Emergency Operations Incident Commander is supported by the Public Information Officer (PIO), the Liaison Officer and the Safety Officer.
3.2 Operations
The Operations Section is the responsibility of the Operations Coordinator who directs the efforts of various operational branches: Public Safety, Communication, IT/Telecommunications, Search & Rescue, Medical, Health & Safety and Building and Utility.
3.3 Planning
The Planning Section is the responsibility of the Planning Coordinator. The Planning Section supports the Operations Section with confirmation of information, action plans and status reports. The Planning Coordinator is assisted by the Situation Status, Structural Damage Assessment/Inspections and Infrastructure Damage Assessment/Inspections Units.
3.4 Logistics
The Logistics Section is the responsibility of the Logistics Coordinator. The Logistics Section supports the Operations Section with resources. The Logistics Coordinator is assisted by the Procurement, Transportation, Food Services, Facilities and Human Resources Officers.
3.5 Finance
The Finance Section is the responsibility of the Finance Coordinator. The Finance Section works closely with other sections to effectively establish the proper documentation for cost recovery. The Finance Coordinator is assisted by the Accounting, Insurance/FEMA Documentation and Procurement Units.
3.6 University Management & Building Coordinators
The University Management
University Management will consist of all the deans and directors on
campus.
Building Coordinators
Every Administrator, Dean or Department Head will appoint a specific
person as Building Coordinator for every activity under their control.