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AWM**1 ia, <br /> Page 6 <br /> conflict between two or more responders. His primary responsibility <br /> is to assure that the means (materials and expertise) are commen- <br /> surate with the magnitude of the incident. <br /> C. Incident Command S Ftem <br /> The Incident Command System (I.C.S. ) is a standardized system to be <br /> used in combatting all types of emergencies. It evolved because of <br /> the need to improve coordination and effectiveness in multijurisdic- <br /> tional fires. It provides a flexible, modular organization that <br /> response personnel can fit into as the incident develops. <br /> I. Command 'root <br /> The central location for Organization, coordination, communication, <br /> and control. It is the center of authority and responsibility. <br /> E. On-Site Coordination <br /> The identification of needs, procurement of resources, exchange of <br /> information via a centralized communication system, and establishment <br /> of liaison with all on scene emergency responders. <br /> in the KS a governmental representative assigned to assist the <br /> incident commander or any of the heads of the four functional areas. <br /> He is equal in expertise to the individual he is assigned to and can <br /> relieve him if the need arises. <br /> G. Medical Emergency <br /> An emergency incident either on or off the highway which results in <br /> injuries requiring on-scene medical care. <br /> H. State Ag encSr Conr,�,-ia'or �5A f <br /> A CHP member that would support the local scene manager by coordinating <br /> state resources through the scene management system and providing such <br /> assistance as may be requested and available. He functions within the <br />