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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?
Incident action planning
Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan?
Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan?
Unified command
Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?
Information and intelligence management
Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?
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Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?
Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?
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Incident information is used across ICS, EOCs, MAC Groups, and JIS to aid in planning, determine incident costs, and identify safety issues.
Incident information is used across ICS, EOCs, MAC Groups, and JIS to aid in planning, determine incident costs, and identify safety issues.
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Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.
Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.
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Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster.
Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster.
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Use of communications and information systems that are familiar to users is a part of which key principle?
Use of communications and information systems that are familiar to users is a part of which key principle?
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What are the three NIMS guiding principles?
What are the three NIMS guiding principles?
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Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communications standard?
Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communications standard?
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Which of the following is an EOC function?
Which of the following is an EOC function?
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Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?
Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?
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Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information describes which key communications and information systems principle?
Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information describes which key communications and information systems principle?
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Which organizations should be involved in communications planning?
Which organizations should be involved in communications planning?
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Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?
Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?
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Incident Reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports, enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information.
Incident Reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports, enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information.
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The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?
The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?
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The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can ____________ resources if they do not meet its needs.
The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can ____________ resources if they do not meet its needs.
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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, ________________.
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, ________________.
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Which resource management activity identifies and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position?
Which resource management activity identifies and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position?
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The need for ______________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel.
The need for ______________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel.
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Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?
Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?
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In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.
In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.
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Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels?
Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels?
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Which resource management activity establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities?
Which resource management activity establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities?
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The _________ is a central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions.
The _________ is a central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions.
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The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.
The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.
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When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented?
When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented?
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The 'capacity for emergency management and response personnel to interact and work well together' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles?
The 'capacity for emergency management and response personnel to interact and work well together' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles?
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NIMS Components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events.
NIMS Components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events.
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EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.
EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?
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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, ________________.
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, ________________.
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness?
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In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted _________ (of) incident response.
In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted _________ (of) incident response.
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Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation or startup time?
Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation or startup time?
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ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of _______ emergency personnel.
ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of _______ emergency personnel.
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Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically used to categorize resources?
Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically used to categorize resources?
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Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels?
Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels?
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Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies?
Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies?
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EOCs receive senior level guidance from:
EOCs receive senior level guidance from:
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Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies.
Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies.
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Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions?
Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions?
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Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner?
Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by conflicting instructions?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by conflicting instructions?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
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In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?
In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?
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Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?
Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies?
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies?
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Establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is an example of what resource management activity?
Establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is an example of what resource management activity?
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Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations?
Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations?
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Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources?
Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources?
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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 Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command?
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Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available?
Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available?
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One EOC function is to provide coordinated support to incident command, on-scene personnel, and other EOCs, if needed.
One EOC function is to provide coordinated support to incident command, on-scene personnel, and other EOCs, if needed.
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Study Notes
NIMS and ICS Fundamentals
- Incident Action Planning: Essential for documenting and communicating incident objectives, tactics, and roles in operations and support.
- Unified Command: A collaborative ICS structure that allows multiple jurisdictions to manage incident activities under a single action plan.
- Information and Intelligence Management: Follows specific procedures for collecting, analyzing, and sharing data effectively during incidents.
Resource Management
- Track and Report: A crucial task for coordinating resources throughout an incident, ensuring accountability.
- Mobilize: Refers to the deployment and activation of personnel and resources during an emergency.
- Credentialing: Involves identifying and verifying the qualifications of personnel for specific roles during incidents.
Communication and Coordination
- Interoperability: The ability of different organizations to use familiar communication systems effectively during an incident.
- Joint Information Center (JIC): Centralized location for managing public information operations and facilitating communication among public affairs staff.
Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)
- Functionality: EOCs provide coordinated support to incident command and other facilities, with the flexibility of fixed, temporary, or virtual locations.
- Activation Levels: Different levels, such as Level 2 - Enhanced steady-state, define the scope of EOC operations depending on the incident’s complexity.
Organizational Structure
- Section Chief: Heads each ICS General Staff section, reporting directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.
- Common Terminology: Standardized language used for organizational functions and units to minimize confusion among responders.
Operational Processes
- Demobilization Planning: Managers must begin planning for how resources will be demobilized when transitioning between operational periods.
- Management by Objectives: Involves creating assignments, plans, and protocols to accomplish incident goals efficiently.
Mutual Aid and Resource Planning
- Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC): Facilitates resource sharing among states during emergencies, ensuring cooperative support.
- Planning for Resources: Essential for establishing mutual aid agreements to secure additional resources when local capacities are exceeded.
Principles of NIMS
- Standardization: Supports interoperability among various organizations and ensures that all parties can work together effectively.
- Resilience and Redundancy: Ensures continuous information flow even through system failures or disruptions, maintaining communication integrity.
Incident Reporting and Data Management
- Comprehensive Resource Management: Involves maintaining up-to-date inventories of all necessary resources, including personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Incident Reports: Tools that enhance situational awareness and provide critical information access for incident responders.
Decision-Making and Coordination Structures
- MAC Groups: Facilitate cooperative decision-making among multiple agencies, not replacing but complementing EOC functions.
- Chain of Command and Unity of Command: Helps eliminate confusion by ensuring clear lines of authority and communication during incidents.
Additional Notes
- Social Media in Incident Management: Utilized for creating interactive maps and visualizations to support incident response.
- Appropriate Use of Technology: Emphasizes the need for standardized procedures to ensure effective communication during emergencies.
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