Which option lists all five core ICS components?

• A. Command, Safety, Communications, Logistics, Planning
• B. Command, Finance, Logistics, Operations, Planning
• C. Command, Finance, Operations, Planning, Communications
• D. Command, Logistics, Safety, Planning, Communications

Answer: (B)

The five core ICS components are Command, Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Finance/Administration. This option lists exactly those five: Command, Finance, Logistics, Operations, Planning. Finance/Administration is a core function alongside the others, handling budgeting, procurement, contracts, and cost tracking. The order of the functions doesn’t matter—the important point is having these five areas present.

Other options include Safety or Communications as core components. While Safety and Communications are important roles within ICS (often as part of command staff or as support functions), they are not counted among the five primary management sections.