ICS-351 Logistics Section Training

Logistics personnel support incident operations by providing essential services such as communications, facilities, food, medical support, supplies, and ground transportation. This course strengthens coordination across Logistics functional units and reinforces how the Logistics Section supports the Incident Management Team and Incident Action Plan.

Course Overview

ICS-351 focuses on the responsibilities of the Logistics Section’s functional units and enhances participant knowledge of NIMS and ICS as it applies to logistics operations. The course emphasizes how the Logistics Section supports incident planning and operations, including coordination within the section, across the IMT, and with external partners.

Who is this course for?

  • Logistics Section Chiefs and Deputies
    • Branch Directors
    • Food Unit Leaders
    • Medical Unit Leaders
    • Communications Unit Leaders
    • Facilities Unit Leaders
    • Supply Unit Leaders
    • Ground Support Unit Leaders
  • Responders assigned within the ICS Logistics Section

Course objectives

  • Describe the structure, roles, and responsibilities of the Logistics Section and its functional units.
  • Explain how to establish and organize the Logistics Section during an incident.
  • Identify logistical products and support services required for incident operations.
  • Apply effective communication strategies within the Logistics Section and across the IMT.
  • Explain how the Logistics Section supports Command and Operations during incident response.
  • Describe interactions with external partners and information-sharing requirements.
  • Explain Logistics Section responsibilities within the Incident Action Planning process.
  • Identify ICS forms and planning tools used by the Logistics Section.
  • Describe additional processes managed or supported by the Logistics Section during an incident.

Delivery format

Activities may include instructor-led, in-person training supported by realistic scenario-based learning, group discussion and facilitated instruction, logistics planning exercises, problem-solving activities, and asynchronous activities.

Duration

Two days (16 hours)

Pre-requisite (required)

Successful completion of ICS-300

This Course may be Taught in Conjunction With

Comparable Courses:

  • FEMA/EMI E/L967
  • USCG ICS-351
  • NWCG S-450

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