Who is responsible for establishing control of the elevator in Lobby Control during an incident?

The responsibility for establishing control of the elevator in Lobby Control during an incident lies with the designated elevator personnel, typically referred to in training as Elevator One. This role is critical as elevators can pose significant risks during emergency situations, including the potential for malfunction or misuse by individuals trying to access or escape from the incident area.

Elevator One is specifically trained to manage and control the elevator operations, ensuring that it is safely deployed for fire-fighting efforts or evacuation. Their duties often include coordinating with other teams to provide a safe means of transport for personnel and equipment while preventing unauthorized access to the elevator, which can compromise safety.

While the Incident Commander oversees the entire incident response and the Staging Officer organizes resources, it is the Elevator One who directly manages the elevator's function and status. The Safety Officer, too, plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of personnel during the operation, but does not specifically control the elevator functions. Thus, the role of Elevator One is fundamental for effective incident management in multi-story buildings.