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In the context of the Disaster Response Framework (DRF), the function that maintains tactical control of an incident is the Incident Command System (ICS). This system provides a standardized approach to incident management, allowing for effective coordination and communication among various response agencies. The ICS establishes clear roles and responsibilities, ensuring that operational decisions are made efficiently at the tactical level. By focusing on situational awareness and resource allocation, the ICS helps manage the response effectively throughout the incident lifecycle.
The regulations that define a serious incident typically include guidelines from organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the United States, which outlines serious incidents in the context of workplace safety. Additionally, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) provides regulations for serious incidents in maritime operations, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has criteria for environmental incidents. These regulations generally categorize serious incidents based on the potential for significant harm to people, property, or the environment.
No. He was tried and found guilty in a military courts martial. He was offered several opportunities to return to his unit right up to the point of his trial and even during the trial. He refused. He instead played the foolish gamble that the United States would back down and excuse his desertion. He knew what he was facing, he decided to hope Eisenhower would back down. Ike didn't and Slovak was executed. The movie was not an accurate portrayal of the incidnet, but it made for great entertainment. He also deserted twice and said if given the opportunity he would desert again. He did not apply to become a consciencious objector, he was simply a soldier with a criminal record who was drafted and refused to serve his country. It was a terrible time for any American soldier, but this incident occurred at a time when the United States could not afford to have soldier's refusing to do their duty. The Battle of the Bulge was in full swing and several soldiers were scared and questioning the need to perform their duty. His Division the 28th Division was in the center of this bulge and was one of the units that suffered the heaviest losses in terms of dead, wounded and those taken prisoner. Slovak became a sad example, but he chose to be that example. He become a martyr for an ignorant and unjust military system. Perhaps with a better defense counsel he could have made an argument for a deminished mental capacity.