EMSI Digital Job Aids

EMSI Job Aids are the most robust, position-specific performance support tools available for the Incident Command System (ICS). Developed by industry-leading subject matter experts, these guides go far beyond simple descriptions—they provide actionable checklists, process flows, and best practices you need to perform your role effectively during a response.

Now available in a secure Digital Format, you can carry an entire library of command knowledge on your tablet, laptop, or smartphone.

Why Choose an EMSI Job Aid?

• Actionable Checklists: Step-by-step "watch-outs" and to-do lists for every phase of the incident—from initial dispatch to demobilization.
• Defined Roles & Responsibilities: Clearly outlines what is expected of your position and who you report to.
• Process & Interaction Guides: Visual aids that show how your position fits into the Planning P and how you interact with other Command and General Staff members.
• Standardized Doctrine: Built on NIMS/ICS standards but enhanced with real-world "best practices" honed over decades of response.

Digital Access Features ✨

The EMSI Ready Portal gives you secure, instant access to your specialized content.

• Device Agnostic: View your job aids on any device—iPad, Android tablet, smartphone, or laptop.
• Offline Capability: Heading to a remote spike camp or a basement EOC with no Wi-Fi? No problem. You can save your content for offline viewing so it's ready when you are.
• 2-Year Access: Your purchase includes a 2-year license to the digital content, ensuring you have the material through multiple fire seasons or deployment cycles.

Available Positions

Select your specific position from the menu above. We offer guidance for over 20 key ICS roles, including Incident Commander, Safety Officer, Operations Section Chief, Planning Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, Finance/Admin Section Chief, and specialized Unit Leader positions.

Important Access Information

• Delivery: Immediately after your purchase, you will receive an automated email from our secure digital delivery platform, EMSI Ready. Follow the provided link in the email for instant access to your digital content. (Tip: If you do not see the email within 5 minutes, please check your spam or promotional folders).
• License Terms: This is a digital-only product. It includes 2 years of access from the date of purchase.
• Protection: These documents are copyright-protected and are designed for digital viewing only (printing is disabled to protect intellectual property).

What is EMSI Ready? EMSI Ready is our comprehensive, asynchronous Learning Management System (LMS) and secure digital library. This platform hosts our computer-based training and serves as the secure vault for your copyright-protected digital publications and ICS reference materials. This ensures your content is instantly accessible across any device—even offline during remote field deployments.