Which term refers to a coordinated group of units with a single leader for a specific incident?

• A. Task Force
• B. Strike Team
• C. Unit
• D. Division

Answer: (B)

Strike Team refers to a coordinated group of units of the same kind with a single supervisor assigned to a defined incident objective. This setup keeps resources uniform and makes command and control straightforward, since all members operate the same way under one leader. For example, five engine companies working together under one captain to tackle a fire scene is a Strike Team.

A Task Force, by contrast, brings together different types of resources under one leader to address a broader objective, which is why it’s not the right fit when the emphasis is on identical resources working in unison. A Unit is a single resource or a group with a specific function, not a coordinated group under one leader for a defined objective. A Division represents a geographic or functional area of operation, not a grouped set of similar resources.