Which item is NOT part of a 900 code handoff package?

• A. Incidence timestamp
• B. Location
• C. Current status
• D. Outstanding actions

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is providing a concise, action-focused snapshot that the incoming unit can immediately use. A 900 code handoff package should quickly tell where the incident is (location), what is happening at the moment (current status), and what tasks remain to be completed (outstanding actions). These elements directly guide the next unit’s decisions, movements, and priorities to keep the response moving smoothly.

The incidence timestamp—the time the incident began or was last updated—doesn’t influence immediate actions. It’s historical information that’s useful for records and after-action review, but it doesn’t drive the next steps in the handoff. Therefore, it isn’t included in the handoff package, while location, current status, and outstanding actions are essential for the handoff to be effective.