Section 296-307-70435. Implement and maintain an incident command system (ICS).

You must:

(1) Make sure a single individual, acting as the incident commander (IC), is in charge of the site-specific incident command system (ICS) and acts within their designated role and training level.

Note:	• For multiemployer worksites:
	– The IC has responsibility for controlling emergency response operations at the site for all employers.
	– Emergency response plans should be consistent in designating who assumes the IC position.
	■ If the first employee arriving at the scene is not trained as an IC (see Table 5, Training Requirements for Incident Commanders and Specialist Employees, WAC 296-307-70415), they may take control of the incident within their designated role and training level.

You must:

(2) Make sure all employers' emergency responders and their communications are coordinated and controlled by the IC.

Note:	The IC may delegate tasks to subordinates (within their training level).

You must:

(3) Make sure each employer at the scene has designated a representative to assist the IC.

(4) Establish security and control of the site as specified in your written emergency response plan.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 05-01-166, § 296-307-70435, filed 12/21/04, effective 4/2/05.]

RCW 49.17.010, 49.17.040, 49.17.050, 49.17.060. WSR 05-01-166, § 296-307-70435, filed 12/21/04, effective 4/2/05.

Rules

296-307-70415,