According to NFPA 1670, personnel at which level are expected to establish traffic control and safety zones?

In the context of NFPA 1670, personnel at the Awareness level are trained to recognize hazards and understand the importance of establishing safety zones and traffic control at incidents involving vehicles. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of both responders and civilians by identifying potential dangers and setting the scene for more advanced operations. While they may not execute the actual safety measures, they are responsible for understanding when and how to establish these measures, allowing for the safety of subsequent responding personnel.

This foundational knowledge positions Awareness-level personnel to appropriately set up basic safety protocols as part of their duties. Meanwhile, Technician, Operational, and Entry levels typically involve more direct engagement with the technical aspects of rescue or recovery operations, often requiring a deeper level of training and situational command that may not be the primary focus of the Awareness level. While those at Technician and other levels certainly contribute to traffic control and safety zone management as part of incident command, it is primarily the responsibility of the Awareness personnel to initiate and inform about the necessary safety measures.