ID
3-509-1350
Name
Emergency Medical Services Task Force Leader
Status
Published
Version
1.6
Updated
12/3/2019 11:37:46 AM
Original Release
06/19/2018
Last Major Release
12/03/2019
Resource Category
Emergency Medical Services
Primary Core Capability
Public Health, Healthcare, and Emergency Medical Services
Secondary Core Capability
Resource Kind
Personnel
Overall Function
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Task Force Leader provides direct supervision and guidance for EMS Task Force personnel
Single resource
In conjunction with a NIMS typed team
NIMS Typed Team
EMS Task Force
In conjunction with a NIMS typed unit
NIMS Typed Unit
Description Notes
Not Specified
Supporting Core Capabilities |
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Type | Description |
Type 1 | The EMS Task Force Leader: 1. Provides direct supervision and guidance to a group of EMS personnel, functioning as crews, who respond as a deployable resource in a task force team configuration 2. Supervises tactical assignments assigned to the EMS Task Force 3. Reports to supervisor on work progress and status of resources, maintains work records on assigned personnel, and communicates other essential information 4. Reviews common responsibilities with crew supervisors 5. Reviews assignments with subordinates and assigns tasks 6. Monitors work progress and makes changes when necessary 7. Coordinates activities with strike teams, task forces, and single resources 8. Travels to and from active assignment areas with assigned resources 9. Retains control of assigned resources 10. Submits situation and resource status information to Division/Group Supervisor 11. Maintains Unit/Activity Log and reviews individual crew reports 12. Maintains accountability for all EMS Task Force personnel 13. Ensures safety and welfare of EMS Task Force members, including enforcing use of mission-appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) |
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Education | Not Specified |
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Training | This position requires Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) approved driver training if the EMS Task Force Leader expects to operate an apparatus. |
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Experience | Not Specified |
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Physical/Medical Fitness | 1. The NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System (NQS) defines Physical/Medical Fitness levels for NIMS positions. 2.PPE is mission-specific and depends on patient condition. |
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Currency | Provider must carry out and use any background checks as applicable law specifies. This may include a background check completed within the past 12 months; a sex-offender registry check; and a local, state, and national driving and criminal history. |
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Professional and Technical Licenses and Certifications | This position requires a valid state driver's license if EMS Task Force Leader expects to drive an apparatus. |
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Composition and Ordering Specifications |
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Specification |
Discuss logistics for deploying this position, such as working conditions, length of deployment, security, lodging, transportation, and meals, prior to deployment |
Notes |
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References |
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Reference |
FEMA, NIMS 508: Emergency Medical Services Task Force |
FEMA, National Incident Management System (NIMS), October 2017 |
FEMA, NIMS Guideline for the National Qualification System, November 2017 |
FEMA, National Response Framework, June 2016 |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1910.134: Respiratory Protection, latest edition adopted |
OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.120: Hazardous Materials Awareness, latest edition adopted |
OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.1030: Bloodborne Pathogens, latest edition adopted |
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Immunization Recommendations for Disaster |
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments, latest edition adopted |
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Emergency Medical Services Education Agenda for the Future: A Systems Approach, June 2000 |
NHTSA, National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards, January 2009 |
NHTSA, National Emergency Medical Services Scope of Practice Model, February 2007 |