What is the primary purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS) in the South Metro Response Plans?

• A. The ICS provides a standardized, scalable framework for organizing command, control, and coordination during incidents, ensuring clear roles, unified command, and effective resource management across all operations.
• B. The ICS is a financial planning tool used to allocate budgets during emergencies.
• C. The ICS is a public relations framework used to communicate with the media during incidents.
• D. The ICS is a training program for field responders focused on personal safety only.

Answer: (A)