The initial size-up, that initial rapid gathering of information, will help determine the incident priority at that time. Although we have paid particular attention to that initial size-up and the generation of a brief initial report and have stressed continual size-up, we should also emphasize the need for a dedicated and detailed size-up and a risk-benefit analysis at each of the four phases of an action plan. Phase Ⅰ—Initial Actions are based on the selection of the appropriate incident priority and rest solidly on standard operating procedures. If initial actions do not stabilize the incident, continuing actions will be necessary, but not before a plan is developed. Any continuing actions can be wasteful and ineffective if a plan is not developed. If the plan is not communicated through specific assignments, coordination and accountability will be lost and the safety of personnel jeopardized.
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