Which components of P.A.C.E. are defensive?

• A. Contingency Plan
• B. Emergency Plan
• C. Contingency Plan and Emergency Plan
• D. Neither

Answer: (C)

Defensive planning in P.A.C.E. centers on preplanned actions to protect structures when a fire threatens. The contingency plan provides fallback actions if the primary defenses won’t hold, such as reorganizing resources or shifting tactics to maintain defensible space and protect the building. The emergency plan defines immediate, coordinated actions triggered by escalating danger, guiding rapid deployment of personnel and tools to defend lives and property. Together, these two components form the defensive side of P.A.C.E., focusing on preserving safety and assets as conditions worsen. Choosing only one would omit an essential defensive element, and selecting neither would miss these critical preparation and response steps.