Which option lists the complete 5 C's of IEDs correctly?

Which option lists the complete 5 C's of IEDs correctly?

• A. Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Check, Control
• B. Confirm, Cordon, Check, Control, Call In
• C. Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Check, Evacuate
• D. Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Check, Contact

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is a quick, repeatable response sequence for suspected IEDs that keeps people safe and sets up professional disposal. The five C’s work in order: Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Check, Control. Start by Confirming the situation from a safe vantage point—verify that a device or hazard is present and gather basic facts without approaching. Then Clear out all nonessential personnel to minimize exposure and potential casualties. Next, Cordon off the area, establishing an inner and outer perimeter so nothing can intrude into the danger zone and so investigators have a safe working space. After that, Check from a safe distance to assess the device and environment—look for triggers, timers, secondary devices, and other hazards, ensuring you don’t touch or manipulate the device. Finally, take Control of the incident by coordinating with higher command and EOD, maintaining communications, and directing actions to keep everyone safe and to bring the situation to a proper resolution. Other options alter the final step or replace it with actions like Call In, Evacuate, or Contact. Those miss the emphasis on ongoing incident management; the sequence is most effective when it ends with Control, which ties together safety, communication, and coordination with specialists.

The main idea here is a quick, repeatable response sequence for suspected IEDs that keeps people safe and sets up professional disposal. The five C’s work in order: Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Check, Control.

Start by Confirming the situation from a safe vantage point—verify that a device or hazard is present and gather basic facts without approaching. Then Clear out all nonessential personnel to minimize exposure and potential casualties. Next, Cordon off the area, establishing an inner and outer perimeter so nothing can intrude into the danger zone and so investigators have a safe working space. After that, Check from a safe distance to assess the device and environment—look for triggers, timers, secondary devices, and other hazards, ensuring you don’t touch or manipulate the device. Finally, take Control of the incident by coordinating with higher command and EOD, maintaining communications, and directing actions to keep everyone safe and to bring the situation to a proper resolution.

Other options alter the final step or replace it with actions like Call In, Evacuate, or Contact. Those miss the emphasis on ongoing incident management; the sequence is most effective when it ends with Control, which ties together safety, communication, and coordination with specialists.