Which option is not part of the three operating zones model used at incidents?

Which option is not part of the three operating zones model used at incidents?

• A. Elevated zone
• B. Hot zone
• C. Warm zone
• D. Cold zone

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is the standard three-zone approach used at incidents to manage hazards: a hot zone where the danger exists and entry is tightly controlled, a warm zone that serves as a transition area for staging and decontamination, and a cold zone that remains safely away from the hazard for command, support, and medical activities. An elevated zone isn’t part of this established zoning scheme. The zones that are recognized are hot, warm, and cold, making the elevated zone the not-included option.

The concept being tested is the standard three-zone approach used at incidents to manage hazards: a hot zone where the danger exists and entry is tightly controlled, a warm zone that serves as a transition area for staging and decontamination, and a cold zone that remains safely away from the hazard for command, support, and medical activities. An elevated zone isn’t part of this established zoning scheme. The zones that are recognized are hot, warm, and cold, making the elevated zone the not-included option.