What is the correct APIE-T sequence for incident analysis and response?

• A. Analyze, Plan, Evaluate, Implement, Terminate
• B. Analyze, Plan, Implement, Evaluate, Terminate
• C. Plan, Analyze, Implement, Evaluate, Terminate
• D. Analyze, Implement, Plan, Evaluate, Terminate

Answer: (B)

APIE-T is a disciplined incident analysis and response sequence that starts with analyzing the current situation to understand hazards, objectives, and constraints. Based on that analysis, you plan the response, detailing actions, resources, roles, and timelines. Then you implement the plan, putting actions into effect. You continuously evaluate the outcomes to determine effectiveness and safety, adjusting as needed, and you terminate when all objectives are achieved and the site is safe. This order ensures decisions are data-driven and safety-focused; other sequences jump ahead to planning or evaluation before you truly know what needs to be done, or terminate too early.