Which role is responsible for creating a Safety Plan and emergency authority to stop unsafe acts?

• A. Incident Command
• B. Liaison Officer
• C. Safety Officer
• D. Public Information Officer

Answer: (C)

The Safety Officer is the one focused on protecting people by planning for hazards and giving the authority to halt unsafe actions. In the incident command system, this role develops the Safety Plan—covering hazard identification, risk assessment, PPE, safe operating procedures, and exclusion zones—and has the explicit authority to stop any activity that could cause harm. This dedicated safety function keeps risk top of mind during operations and empowers immediate action to prevent injuries, which is distinct from the broader responsibilities of Incident Command, which manages overall operations; the Liaison Officer, who coordinates with other agencies; and the Public Information Officer, who handles communications.