Form ICS 214 at a glance
What it is: The Activity Log (ICS 214) records details of notable activities at any ICS level, including single resources, equipment, Task Forces, etc.
Who signs: Enter the name, ICS position/title, and signature of the person preparing the form.
An ICS 214 can be initiated and maintained by personnel in various ICS positions as it is needed or appropriate.
A filled-in Form ICS 214 example: a Facilities Unit leader logs one day
How to fill out Form ICS 214, box by box
Incident name and operational period
1 Incident Name: Enter the name assigned to the incident.
Enter the start date (month/day/year) and time (using the 24-hour clock) and end date and time for the operational period to which the form applies.
Name, ICS position and home agency
3 Name: Enter the title of the organizational unit or resource designator (e.g., Facilities Unit, Safety Officer, Strike Team).
4 ICS Position: Enter the name and ICS position of the individual in charge of the Unit.
5 Home Agency (and Unit): Enter the home agency of the individual completing the ICS 214.
Enter a unit designator if utilized by the jurisdiction or discipline.
Resources assigned
6 Resources Assigned: Enter the following information for resources assigned:
For all individuals, use at least the first initial and last name.
Use this section to enter the resource's ICS position (e.g., Finance Section Chief).
Use this section to enter the resource's home agency and/or unit (e.g., Des Moines Public Works Department, Water Management Unit).
Activity log
Enter the time (24-hour clock) and briefly describe individual notable activities.
Note the date as well if the operational period covers more than one day.
Activities described may include notable occurrences or events such as task assignments, task completions, injuries, difficulties encountered, etc.
Use additional copies as continuation sheets as needed, and indicate pagination as used.
Prepared by
Enter the name, ICS position/title, and signature of the person preparing the form.
Enter date (month/day/year) and time prepared (24-hour clock).
More rules for Form ICS 214
Personnel should document how relevant incident activities are occurring and progressing, or any notable events or communications.
Common questions about Form ICS 214
What is ICS 214?
These logs provide basic incident activity documentation, and a reference for any after-action report.
Where do I file it?
Completed ICS 214s are submitted to supervisors, who forward them to the Documentation Unit. All completed original forms must be given to the Documentation Unit, which maintains a file of all ICS 214s. It is recommended that individuals retain a copy for their own records.
Sources
[1] Form ICS 214, Activity Log, Federal Emergency Management Agency (the Official source link on this page).
