What is the primary method of resource ordering on smaller incidents?

The primary method of resource ordering on smaller incidents is single-point of resource ordering. This approach allows for a streamlined process where requests for resources are centralized, ensuring that there is a single point of contact for coordinating all resource needs. This is particularly effective in smaller incidents where the complexity and scale do not warrant multiple systems or numerous command points.

Using a single point for resource ordering increases efficiency, reduces confusion, and improves communication among responders. It helps to quickly identify what resources are needed, where they can be obtained, and allows for a quick response to manage the incident effectively. This method is essential for maintaining clarity in resource allocation and ensuring that the incident commander can focus on the incident itself without being inundated by competing resource requests.

In contrast, while mutual aid agreements, decentralized resource management, and pre-approved national resource lists may be effective in other contexts, they do not provide the same level of efficiency and simplicity that a single-point system offers in the context of smaller incidents.