54 Questions
What is the primary responsibility of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)?
Mitigating natural disasters
In the context of wide-area incidents, what is a potential hazard associated with damaged electric power systems?
Ignition of combustible materials
What is the main purpose of pre-incident plans for wide-area incidents?
Determine a proper response when resources are unavailable
How does Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) transmit telephone signals?
Over an Internet connection
What differentiates VoIP from traditional telephone services in terms of cost?
VoIP is less expensive
One of the challenges of VoIP is its reliance on what?
High-speed Internet connection
What potential hazard may result from ruptured natural gas systems during wide-area incidents?
Ignition hazard from leaking gas
What is a benefit of VoIP technology in terms of user mobility?
Making calls from any location with an Internet connection
What aspect of a wide-area incident is essential to consider when staging equipment?
Effect of structural collapse
Which agency is responsible for emergency preparedness and response activities in the US, including natural disasters?
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
What is a key part of structural design requirements in model building codes?
Wind loads
In regions expecting wind-borne debris, what structural feature is required to be impact-resistant?
Window glazing
What is a distinctive aspect of tornadoes compared to hurricanes?
Can occur in most areas
Which natural event can lead to floods in addition to hurricanes?
Dams or levees failures
Why might buildings be at risk during major windstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes?
Constructed before stringent code requirements
In what type of areas should structures include special anchors for additional reinforcement against hurricanes?
High-probability hurricane areas
What type of loads are required to be addressed as part of the structural design in model building codes?
Snow and rain loads
What is a potential cause of damage from floods to buildings?
Undermining of foundations
Which natural event is NOT listed as a potential cause of floods?
Landslides caused by earthquakes
What is a required measure for aiding water drainage from flat roofs according to model building codes?
Roof drains
What is a common cause of building collapse related to structural design?
Poor or careless construction methods
Which factor can lead to a collapse during construction due to temporary loads exceeding design limits?
Careless stockpiling of heavy building materials
What human activity poses a significant risk of building collapse during demolition?
Careless demolition practices
What is a potential danger associated with explosions in buildings?
Terrorist activity
How can unreinforced masonry construction contribute to building collapse?
High susceptibility to seismic events
What is a characteristic of seismic design considerations for buildings?
Including lateral bracing for resistance to seismic motion
Which type of hazard can result in a gradual sinking of the ground?
Subsidence
Which aspect of structural design is specifically mentioned as a requirement for buildings in high-probability hurricane areas?
Use of special anchors for additional reinforcement
What is a primary cause of building damage during windstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes according to the text?
Structures built before stricter model building codes
Which hazard may result from dams or levees in conjunction with high winds, particularly those associated with hurricanes?
Floods
What aspect of building design do model building codes specifically require to address forces from snow and rain?
Requirement for roof drains for water drainage
What is the purpose of energy-efficient window glazing in regions expecting wind-borne debris?
Making windows impact-resistant
Which type of event can lead to gradual sinking of the ground as mentioned in the text?
Earthquakes
What structural feature is required to aid the drainage of water from flat roofs based on model building codes?
Roof drains
What may be ignited as a result of damaged electric power systems during wide-area incidents?
Combustible materials
In wide-area incidents, what hazard may result from ruptured natural gas systems?
Creating an ignition hazard
What is a focus of pre-incident plans for wide-area incidents?
Criteria for utility response
What characteristic differentiates VoIP from traditional telephone services in terms of cost?
Less expensive services
What is a notable benefit of VoIP technology for users in terms of flexibility and mobility?
Increased integration with data services
What poses a challenge to the reliability of VoIP services compared to traditional telephone services?
Power outages or Internet disruptions
What should be carefully considered when determining the placement of apparatus during wide-area incidents?
Effects of structural collapse
What action is taken post-incident to evaluate accessible amenities or assess damage?
In-person infrastructure surveys
What may occur when utilities are restored, particularly electrical services, during wide-area incidents?
Ignition hazards
In wide-area incidents, what potential hazard is associated with fires resulting from accumulation/ignition of vapors from ruptured natural gas delivery systems?
Arson fires
What is the potential consequence of poor or careless construction methods?
Structural collapse during construction
Why is inadequate temporary bracing a concern during construction?
It might lead to building collapse
What can cause a structure to fail during demolition?
Careless demolition practices
What is a potential risk associated with amateur scavenging in vacant buildings?
Risk of unexpected collapse
Why is unreinforced masonry construction highly susceptible to seismic events?
It lacks proper seismic design considerations
What is a common source of explosions in buildings that can cause major structural failure?
Storage of fireworks or blasting agents
What is an essential consideration for firefighters when responding to buildings likely to suffer major damage during earthquakes?
Expected ground motion in the area
What type of natural event can lead to the movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope?
Landslides
What is a gradual sinking of the ground often caused by the removal of large amounts of underground water or oil?
Subsidence
What contributes to building collapses due to structural weaknesses and increased risks of sinkholes?
Shifting soil loads
Explore the various human-related causes of building collapse and learn about specific precautions for each type of event. Understand the importance of adequate structural design and the factors architects and engineers must consider during the design phase.
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