Which type of briefing is delivered to individual resources or crews assigned to operational tasks at or near the incident site?

The type of briefing delivered to individual resources or crews assigned to operational tasks at or near the incident site is the field-level briefing. This briefing focuses on the specific tasks that need to be accomplished on the ground and provides critical information directly related to operational activities. It typically covers operational assignments, safety considerations, and situational awareness directly pertinent to the teams working in the field.

Field-level briefings ensure that all personnel have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, the current situation, and how their tasks fit into the overall incident response. This is crucial for coordinating efforts on-site and ensuring effective communication among team members during the response.

In contrast, staff-level briefings are generally designed for supporting personnel and may not address the immediate needs of operational crews. Executive briefings are often aimed at incident command and senior leadership to provide a higher-level overview of incident status and strategic direction rather than tactical details. An initial briefing occurs at the start of an incident response to outline initial actions and plans but may not focus on the specifics needed by individual crews that are operationally deployed.