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The First 60 Minutes checklist covers what command staff should confirm, say, and hold during the first hour of a critical incident.

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The First 60 Minutes

A command staff communications checklist covering the first hour of a critical incident - who speaks, what gets confirmed before release, and what gets held.

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Sent immediately. Used by command staff, PIOs, and duty officers.

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The First 60 Minutes - a command staff communications checklist for the first hour of a critical incident.

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