Which ICS role acts as a point of contact for Agency Representatives and maintains a list of assisting and cooperating agencies?

• A. Liaison Officer
• B. Operations Section Chief
• C. Public Information Officer
• D. Finance/Administration

Answer: (A)

In the Incident Command System, the role that acts as the main contact for Agency Representatives and keeps an up-to-date list of assisting and cooperating agencies is the Liaison Officer. This person sits in the command staff and is responsible for coordinating with external agencies, ensuring those representatives know who to contact, and managing information about which agencies are assisting and what resources they’re providing. This central point of contact helps prevent confusion, smooths interagency communication, and facilitates collaboration during the incident.

The other roles have different focuses. The Operations Section Chief directs tactical response and implements incident objectives on the ground. The Public Information Officer handles communications with the public and the media. The Finance/Administration Chief manages costs, procurement, and administrative services. None of these duties center on serving as the formal link to Agency Representatives or maintaining the roster of assisting agencies.