In this document I will be analysing the importance and use of command and control, then go onto evaluate it further.
All the public services have a chain of command, or management structure, with levels of command responsibilities identified by ranks or titles. Therefore must be proven effect and is definitely important…
Not only is command and control one of the most important things in the public services, but vital in order for them to function effectively. Command and control enables the services to take control of situations where control is needed, therefore ensuring the situation doesn’t escalate meaning could potentially save more lives or prevent further destruction.
Command and control is important to the way in which uniformed public services operate, it is the method by which they perform their tasks. Situations arise that require immediate and decisive actions, therefore those responsible for command and control but be prepared, trained and practised in the necessary skills if such situations were to occur e.g. in the armed forces when under fire the person in charge needs to give a quick, clear decision on the spot on what to do whether that’s proceed to safety or fire back.
Every public service employee carry out different roles and responsibilities and it is through command and control that the individual is able to carry out their daily tasks in an effective and efficient way. Command and control ensures that the individual knows EXACTLY what their job entails and it ensures that the individual is fully trained, they know who took take direct orders from and know who to report to.
Let’s take the Army as an example, the use of command and control is highly important especially for military exercises such as drill practise/competitions. The individual in charge of the these military exercise must have good command and control over the