NIMS Management Characteristic - Chain of Command and Unity of Command (2024)

NIMS Management Characteristic:Chain ofCommand and Unity ofCommand

Chain of command refers to the orderly command hierarchy within an incident management organization.

Unity of command means that each individual reports to only one designated supervisor.

These principles:

  • Clarify reporting relationships
  • Eliminate confusion caused by conflicting instructions
  • Enable incident managers at all levels to direct the actions of all personnel under their supervision

NIMS Management Characteristic - Chain of Command and Unity of Command (2024)
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