What is the main goal of Lobby Control during an emergency?

The primary goal of Lobby Control during an emergency is to ensure the safety of incoming personnel. In a scenario where emergency responders, such as firefighters, are entering a building, Lobby Control serves as a critical point for monitoring and managing the flow of personnel. This function includes assessing the situation, maintaining a clear line of communication with command, and providing vital information about the conditions inside.

Having a designated control point helps to mitigate risks to personnel by ensuring that they can be accounted for, that they receive any necessary briefing on hazards they may encounter, and that they can be dispatched to different areas of the emergency scene effectively. By managing the flow of responders, Lobby Control also helps reduce confusion and congestion, contributing to a safer and more organized response effort.

Preparation of evacuation routes, communication with the media, and coordination with the Fire Investigation Team, while important, are not the primary focus of Lobby Control during a live emergency response. Their roles are typically addressed by other teams or personnel designated for those specific tasks.