During a major incident, who should be informed of any new discoveries?

The Incident Commander plays a crucial role in managing the overall response to a major incident. This person is responsible for assembling the right team, directing actions, and ensuring communication flows appropriately throughout the incident response. When new discoveries are made during an ongoing incident, it is imperative to inform the Incident Commander because they need to assess the impact of these discoveries on the current situation and adjust the response strategy if necessary.

Informed decision-making is a key component of effective incident management, and the Incident Commander must have the latest information to steer the team effectively. While other roles like the technical team, stakeholders, and the Scribe are important, they rely on the Incident Commander to coordinate the overall response. Keeping the Incident Commander informed allows them to communicate updates and changes to the broader group as needed and ensures that the incident response remains organized and effective.