Emergency Management Coordination Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan?

Command Staff

Unified Command (correct)

Incident Command

Section Chief

Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?

Common Terminology

Information and Intelligence Management (correct)

Integrated Communications

Resource Management

Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?

Resource Management

Integrated Communications

Common Terminology (correct)

Planning

Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?

Track and Report Signup and view all the answers

Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

Section Chief Signup and view all the answers

Use of communications and information systems that are familiar to users is a part of which key principle?

Interoperability Signup and view all the answers

The three NIMS guiding principles are:

Planning, response, recovery Signup and view all the answers

Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communications standard?

Technology Use and Procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?

Mobilize Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?

Manageable Span of Control Signup and view all the answers

In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?

Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) Signup and view all the answers

The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage response using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ______________.

A Unified Command is established. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?

Staging Area Signup and view all the answers

The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.

True Signup and view all the answers

When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented?

Level 2 - Enhanced Steady-State Signup and view all the answers

Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?

Agreements Signup and view all the answers

Which Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command?

Liaison Officer Signup and view all the answers

Which General Staff member prepares Incident Action Plans, manages information, and maintains situational awareness for the incident?

Planning Section Chief Signup and view all the answers

Which General Staff member negotiates and monitors contracts, maintains documentation for reimbursement, and oversees timekeeping for incident personnel?

Finance/Administration Section Chief Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ICS supervisory positions with their corresponding title:

Incident Command = Incident Commander Command Staff = Officer General Staff (section) = Chief Branch = Director Division/Group = Supervisor Unit = Unit Leader Strike Team/Task Force = Leader Signup and view all the answers

EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which ICS function is responsible for documentation for mutual aid agreements?

Finance/Administration Signup and view all the answers

An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.

Delegation of Authority Signup and view all the answers

When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told:

The effective time and date of the transfer Signup and view all the answers

When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?

The more qualified person has options based on agency guidelines; these can include assuming command, maintaining command as is, or requesting a more qualified Incident Commander. Signup and view all the answers

Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?

Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?

Type 2 Signup and view all the answers

Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?

Type 1 Signup and view all the answers

Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?

Supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?

Cost considerations of responding agencies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Unified Command and Coordination

Unified Command allows multiple jurisdictions to manage incidents collaboratively using a single incident action plan.
Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) are offsite locations where personnel from various agencies come together to coordinate response capabilities.

NIMS Management Characteristics

Information and Intelligence Management entails gathering and analyzing data, including identifying Essential Elements of Information (EEI).
Common Terminology standardizes language for major organizational functions and units to enhance clarity and understanding.

Resource Management and Communication

The practical task of tracking and reporting resources is crucial for effective incident management.
Mobilize refers to deploying personnel and resources to the incident site as needed.

Incident Command Structure

Each General Staff group is led by a Section Chief, who reports directly to the Incident Commander.
The Liaison Officer acts as the primary contact for external organizations not part of the Incident Command or Unified Command.

Technological Integration

Effective communications require interoperability, which is the use of familiar communication systems to ensure cohesive coordination.
Technology Use and Procedures include leveraging social media for mapping and visualization in incident management.

EOC Activation Levels

EOC activates at various levels:
- Level 1 for major incidents,
- Level 2 for monitoring credible threats,
- Level 3 for routine activities.
EOCs can be fixed, temporary, or virtual facilities and enable a flexible response to incidents.

Planning and Coordination

The Incident Action Plan is prepared by the Planning Section and outlines strategies for incident response.
Managers plan for demobilization early in the operational period.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Finance/Administration Section Chief manages contracts and oversees documentation for resource utilization and personnel timekeeping.
The Planning Section tracks resources, analyzes information, and maintains documentation throughout the incident.

Incident Types and Characteristics

Incident Types range from Type 1 (large-scale incidents with extensive resource needs) to Type 3 (requiring a written IAP and multiple operational periods).
The designation of an incident provides clarity on resource allocation and operational requirements.

Qualification and Credentialing

Qualification ensures personnel meet minimum standards, while certification indicates completion of training for specific positions. Credentialing documentation supports personnel identity and roles.

Communication Principles

Integrated Communications are crucial for situational awareness and enabling information sharing between agencies and teams.
Resilience and Redundancy ensure that systems continue to operate effectively during disruptions.

Command Structure and Authority

The Incident Commander holds overall responsibility, approving Incident Action Plans and resource requests.
Command transfer must include clear communication regarding the effective time and date of the change.

Mutual Aid Agreements facilitate support when local resources are inadequate, enhancing regional or national response collaboration.

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Emergency Management Coordination Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?

Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?

Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

Use of communications and information systems that are familiar to users is a part of which key principle?

The three NIMS guiding principles are:

Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communications standard?

Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?

In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.

Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?

The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage response using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ______________.

Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?

The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.

When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented?

Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?

Which Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command?

Which General Staff member prepares Incident Action Plans, manages information, and maintains situational awareness for the incident?

Which General Staff member negotiates and monitors contracts, maintains documentation for reimbursement, and oversees timekeeping for incident personnel?

Match the following ICS supervisory positions with their corresponding title:

EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.

Which ICS function is responsible for documentation for mutual aid agreements?

An Incident Commander's scope of authority is derived from existing laws, agency policies, and/or ______.

When command is transferred, then all personnel involved in the incident should be told:

When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?

Which Command Staff member approves the Incident Action Plan and all requests pertaining to the ordering and releasing of incident resources?

Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?

Which Incident Type requires regional or national resources, all Command and General Staff positions are activated, branches are activated, personnel may exceed 500 per operational period, and a disaster declaration may occur?

Which ICS Supervisory Position title is used at the Division/Group organizational level?

Which factor does not impact the complexity of an incident?

Study Notes

Unified Command and Coordination

NIMS Management Characteristics

Resource Management and Communication

Incident Command Structure

Technological Integration

EOC Activation Levels

Planning and Coordination

Roles and Responsibilities

Incident Types and Characteristics

Qualification and Credentialing

Communication Principles

Command Structure and Authority

Mutual Aid and Resource Sharing

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