ICS 208
Safety Message/Plan
Purpose. The Safety Message/Plan (ICS 208) expands on the Safety Message and Site Safety Plan.
Preparation. The ICS 208 is an optional form that may be included and completed by the Safety Officer for the Incident
Action Plan (IAP).
Distribution. The ICS 208, if developed, will be reproduced with the IAP and given to all recipients as part of the IAP. All
completed original forms must be given to the Documentation Unit.
Notes:
• The ICS 208 may serve (optionally) as part of the IAP.
• Use additional copies for continuation sheets as needed, and indicate pagination as used.
Block
Block Title Instructions
Enter the name assigned to the incident.
2
Operational Period
• Date and Time From
• Date and Time To
Enter the start date (month/day/year) and time (using the 24-hour
clock) and end date and time for the operational period to which the
form applies.
3
Safety Message/Expanded
Safety Message, Safety Plan,
Site Safety Plan
Enter clear, concise statements for safety message(s), priorities, and
key command emphasis/decisions/directions. Enter information such
as known safety hazards and specific precautions to be observed
during this operational period. If needed, additional safety message(s)
should be referenced and attached.
4 Site Safety Plan Required?
Yes No
Check whether or not a site safety plan is required for this incident.
Approved Site Safety Plan(s)
Located At
Enter where the approved Site Safety Plan(s) is located.
5
Prepared by
• Name
• Position/Title
• Signature
• Date/Time
Enter the name, ICS position, and signature of the person preparing
the form. Enter date (month/day/year) and time prepared (24-hour
clock).
