Dashboard Commander™ Incident Command System

Features

• Steering Wheel Mounted Design: Attaches to the steering wheel using a heavy-duty padded bail for use inside the command vehicle.
• NIMS Compliant: Supports National Incident Management System (NIMS) command and accountability practices.
• Dry Erase Incident Command Worksheet: Pre-printed surface for documenting incident information and assignments.
• Stopwatch Clock: Integrated timer helps track elapsed operational time.
• 38 Custom Engraved Magnetic Tags: Includes apparatus and officer identifiers for resource tracking.
• Magnetic Accountability System: Provides visual tracking of crews and assignments on the incident scene.
• Strategic Planning Area: Space for documenting size-up information, objectives, and tactical plans.
• PAR Tracking: Dedicated area for personnel accountability reporting.
• Hazard Documentation: Record hazards, utilities, search results, and critical scene information.
• Incident Sketch Area: Allows the Incident Commander to create scene diagrams and layouts.
• Dry Erase Accessories Included: Comes complete with markers and eraser.
• Cordura Storage Bag Included: Heavy-duty carrying bag protects and stores the command board.
• Expandable System: Additional magnetic tags and blank tags are available separately.

What Is It?

The Dashboard Commander™ Incident Command System is a mobile command board developed specifically for use within a chief officer or command vehicle. Unlike traditional command boards that are often used outside the vehicle, the Dashboard Commander™ allows Incident Commanders to work from a quieter, more controlled environment while maintaining access to mobile radios and communications equipment.

The board provides a centralized location for incident documentation, accountability tracking, resource management, tactical planning, and scene sketching during emergency responses.

How Is It Used?

After placing the command vehicle in park, the Incident Commander mounts the Dashboard Commander™ to the steering wheel using the integrated padded bail.

The commander can then:

• Record the initial size-up and incident conditions.
• Develop strategic and tactical objectives.
• Track responding apparatus and officers using magnetic tags.
• Monitor crew assignments and locations.
• Document personnel accountability reports (PAR).
• Record hazards, utilities, and search results.
• Sketch building layouts, fireground conditions, or incident scenes.
• Monitor elapsed incident time using the integrated stopwatch clock.

The magnetic accountability system provides a visual representation of personnel and apparatus assignments, helping maintain organization throughout the incident.

Who Uses It?

• Fire Chiefs
• Incident Commanders
• Battalion Chiefs
• Shift Commanders
• Fire Department Officers
• Emergency Management Personnel
• Training Officers
• Emergency Response Agencies
• Municipal Fire Departments
• Industrial Fire Brigades

Maintenance Information

• Clean the dry erase surface after each use.
• Use approved dry erase markers to maintain surface quality.
• Store the board in the included Cordura storage bag when not in use.
• Keep magnetic tags organized and accounted for after incidents.
• Inspect mounting hardware and padded bail periodically for wear or damage.
• Replace worn markers and erasers as needed.

What is it Used With?

• Command vehicles
• Battalion chief vehicles
• Fire department staff vehicles
• Incident command systems
• NIMS-based emergency management programs
• Apparatus accountability systems
• Emergency scene management operations

Benefits

• Allows command operations from a quiet, controlled environment.
• Improves accountability tracking and resource management.
• Maintains visual organization of apparatus and personnel assignments.
• Supports strategic and tactical decision-making.
• Enhances documentation during emergency incidents.
• Provides quick access to incident information without leaving the vehicle.
• Supports NIMS-compliant incident command practices.
• Improves situational awareness and operational efficiency.

Ideal Applications

• Structure Fires
• Multi-Company Responses
• Vehicle Incidents
• Hazardous Materials Incidents
• Technical Rescue Operations
• Wildland-Urban Interface Incidents
• Large Event Command
• Disaster Response Operations
• Emergency Management Incidents
• Training Exercises

What's Included?

• Dashboard Commander™ DB1218 Command Board
• Stopwatch Clock with Timer
• Incident Command Dry Erase Worksheet Surface
• 38 Custom Engraved Magnetic Tags
• Dry Erase Markers
• Dry Erase Eraser
• Heavy-Duty Cordura Storage Bag