lagepass

Lagepass is a German-language term that translates roughly as "situation pass" and is used in a few organizational contexts to denote either a brief situational document or a location-based credential. The term is not standardized and does not appear in major international standards, so its meaning can vary between organizations and sectors.

In crisis management and incident command, a Lagepass may be a concise one-page briefing produced by the incident command or operations center to summarize the current operational picture. It typically lists the incident type and location, the current situation, key locations, resources deployed, safety considerations, and planned actions. It functions as a handover and briefing aid, complementing longer documents like Lageberichte or Lagekarten but without replacing them.

In security and facilities management, a Lagepass can refer to a physical or digital credential tied to a particular area or building zone, enabling authorized personnel to access restricted spaces during drills or operations. This usage is similar to location-based access control and is distinct from standard identification badges.

Etymology and usage notes: the term combines Lage (situation or location) and Pass (pass or permit). Because there is no universally accepted definition, Lagepass may occur with slightly different meanings in different organizations. Related concepts include Lagebericht (situation report), Lagezentrum (situation command center), and Lagebild (situational picture).