Which ICS function is primarily responsible for creating the incident action plan?

• A. Planning
• B. Command
• C. Operations
• D. Logistics

Answer: (A)

In ICS, the plan for what the incident aims to accomplish and how it will be carried out is developed by the Planning function. The Incident Action Plan is the formal document that states incident objectives for the next operational period, the strategy to achieve them, and the specific assignments, responsibilities, and resource needs. The Planning Section Chief leads the process, coordinating with Command and other sections to gather information and consolidate it into a coherent plan. While Command sets priorities and overall direction, Operations executes the actions and Logistics provides the necessary support, the responsibility for creating and maintaining the IAP rests with Planning.