After the Safety Officer arrives on the scene, what should the Incident Commander do with the Incident Action Plan?

• A. Have the Safety Officer review the Incident Action Plan
• B. Delegate command to the Safety Officer
• C. Place the Safety Officer under operations
• D. Make the Safety Officer a branch officer

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that safety must be integrated into the plan and kept current as the scene evolves. When the Safety Officer arrives, the Incident Commander should have them review the Incident Action Plan to ensure all safety concerns are addressed—hazard controls, PPE requirements, decontamination, scene control, and any newly identified risks. This review may lead to updates or changes to the plan so that operations proceed with safety considerations built in from the start. Delegating command to the Safety Officer or moving them under operations or into a branch would blur command authority and pull the safety function away from its protective oversight role. The Safety Officer stays as a safety reviewer and advisor, ensuring the IAP reflects appropriate safety measures.