Command Definitions
Command Definitions structure incident command assignments following ICS (Incident Command System) principles. The module is managed by the CommandController.
Command List
Authorization: Command_View policy
Displays all command definitions for the department.
Creating Commands
Authorization: Command_Create policy
Command Fields
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Command Name | Yes | Definition name |
| Call Type | No | Optional binding to a specific call type ("Any Call Type" if not set) |
Assignments (Roles)
Each command contains one or more assignments (roles within the command structure):
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Assignment Name | Role/position name (e.g., "Operations Chief") |
| Assignment Description | Role description |
| Force Requirements (Lock) | Whether assignment constraints are enforced |
Assignment Requirements
Each assignment can specify required resources:
| Requirement Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Unit Types | Required unit types (e.g., 2 Engines, 1 Ladder) |
| Personnel Roles | Required personnel roles (e.g., 1 Paramedic, 2 EMTs) |
| Certifications | Required certifications (defined but currently disabled in code) |
note
The certification requirement feature is defined in the model but the code to add certifications to the collection is currently commented out.
Force Requirements
When the ForceRequirements (lock) flag is set, the system enforces that the assignment's resource requirements must be met.
Current Limitations
- No Edit functionality — Commands can only be created and viewed, not edited
- No Delete functionality — Commands cannot be deleted through the UI
- Synchronous save — Uses synchronous
Savemethod (unlike most other controllers)
Setup examples
| Department type | How to set it up |
|---|---|
| Fire | ICS structure: IC, Safety, Operations (Divisions A/B/C), RIT, Rehab, Staging, Water supply — as a template for structure fires. |
| SAR | IC, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Search teams 1–6, Base camp; templates per mission type. |
| Emergency management | Full ICS/EOC organisation with sections and ESFs; used by the Incident Command app. |
| Events / security | Event command: IC, Security ops, Medical, Traffic, Comms. |
Technical reference
Interactions with Other Modules
| Module | Interaction |
|---|---|
| Dispatch | Commands can be associated with specific call types |
| Units | Unit type requirements reference department unit types |
| Personnel Roles | Personnel role requirements reference department roles |
| Types | Call types used for command binding |