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What is the purpose of a pre-incident plan?
What is the purpose of a pre-incident plan?
What is a key element of a pre-incident plan that should be reviewed periodically?
What is a key element of a pre-incident plan that should be reviewed periodically?
Which of the following is NOT directly mentioned as a reason for revising a pre-incident plan?
Which of the following is NOT directly mentioned as a reason for revising a pre-incident plan?
What is the relationship between a needs assessment and a pre-incident plan?
What is the relationship between a needs assessment and a pre-incident plan?
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What is the primary benefit of having a system in place for revising pre-incident plans?
What is the primary benefit of having a system in place for revising pre-incident plans?
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Study Notes
Planning System
- A system for revisions and changes to the plan must be established.
Problem Identification
- Conduct a needs assessment to determine requirements.
- Operational capability assessment and needs assessment form the plan's foundation.
- A single or multiple plan approach depends on the rescue incident's intricacy.
Resource Identification and Allocation
- Identify and acquire necessary resources promptly.
- Utilize mutual aid agreements and/or private vendors/contractors.
- Pre-arrangements before an incident are crucial.
- Gather and maintain contact information.
- Annually review this information.
- The pre-incident plan should include any agreements or forms (Figure 2-5).
Operational Procedures
- Identify and document needed resources and deployment strategies.
- Detail alternative resources and procedures.
- Outline alternative plans for unavailable or delayed resources.
Plan Testing and Revision
- Test the developed plan.
- Revise and retest the plan to address deficiencies.
- Crucial due to personnel changes or changing conditions.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the essential components of emergency planning, including problem identification, resource allocation, and operational procedures. Participants will learn how to assess needs and ensure effective resource management during an incident. Test your knowledge on creating and revising emergency plans.