In ICS, which role is typically NOT part of the Command Staff?

• A. Operations Section Chief
• B. Public Information Officer
• C. Liaison Officer
• D. Safety Officer

Answer: (A)

In ICS, the Command Staff handles incident policy, external communications, and safety oversight, typically consisting of the Public Information Officer, Safety Officer, and Liaison Officer. The Operations Section Chief sits in the General Staff and directs the tactical, on-scene operations within the Operations Section. Keeping these roles separate ensures that on-scene execution (Operations) is distinct from public messaging and interagency coordination (Command Staff). Therefore, the role that is not part of the Command Staff is the Operations Section Chief.