Collectively, the section chiefs are known as the:

The correct answer is "General staff." In the context of incident command systems, the General Staff is a collective term used to describe the key functional sections that manage the operational aspects of emergency response. This typically includes the Operations Section Chief, Planning Section Chief, Logistics Section Chief, and Finance/Administration Section Chief.

This structure allows for efficient management of resources and personnel, facilitating coordination and decision-making during incidents. Each section chief is in charge of a specific area of incident management, ensuring that all critical components are addressed appropriately. Having a General Staff ensures that leaders can focus on their specialized areas while maintaining an overall strategic framework for the incident response.

The term "Unified command" generally refers to a collaborative approach used when multiple agencies are involved in managing an incident, ensuring that all parties have a shared command system. "Tactical group" and "Command staff" refer to different components of the incident management system, with the Command Staff typically including roles like the Incident Commander and Safety Officer, but they do not encompass all section chiefs as the General Staff does.