Definition
A defined set of limited medical procedures provided in the Hot Zone, e.g. care provided under direct threat.
Loading Zone
Definition
A large open area where all casualties from an incident are assembled, organized, and loaded into awaiting ambulances that then transport to directed hospitals. Typically used when casualties outnumber available transport ambulances.
Inner Perimeter
Definition
A perimeter containing the Warm and Hot Zones.
Mobile Command
Definition
The Incident Commander is performing command functions in addition to other critical duties, such as a first arriving officer moving to contact a shooter. Another responder should assume Command (and establish a stable Command) as soon as practical. Mobile Command is sometimes referred to as a “working command.”
Indirect Threat Care
Definition
A defined set of limited medical procedures provided in the Warm Zone, e.g. care provided while an indirect threat may exist.
Cold Zone
Definition
An area outside of the Inner Perimeter and inside the Outer Perimeter where no threat is reasonably expected.
Casualty Collection Point (CCP)
Definition
A specific Warm Zone location with security measures to assemble nearby casualties and provide Indirect Threat Care.
Ambulance Exchange Point
Definition
A specific location where an ambulance is sent to pick up evacuated casualties from a team operating in the Warm Zone. The ambulance may or may not transport directly to a hospital after picking up casualties.
5th Man
Definition
A generic term for the 5th arriving law enforcement officer without regard to rank. Assumes the leadership duties and responsibilities of the 5th man whether a patrol officer or chief of department.
Danger Zone
Definition
See Hot Zone