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What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated when the Emergency Medical Services, the Fire Department, and the School Bus Company are assigned to the evacuation of the Nursing Home?
What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated when the Liaison Officer requests assistance from the Emergency Operations Center?
What NIMS Management Characteristics are being supported when you request assistance from medical and public health personnel due to complaints of illness?
What NIMS Management Characteristics are being supported as you direct released staff to checkout?
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What NIMS Management Characteristic is being demonstrated when you request a public information broadcast regarding a food borne illness?
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The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.
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ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary.
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ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management.
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Statement: 'This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2.' Does this statement comply with the NIMS Management Characteristic of common terminology?
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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
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What should an Action Plan cover?
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Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an unlimited amount of resources.
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In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources.
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Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness.
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Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be established until after the Incident Action Plan has been developed.
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Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one designated supervisor.
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Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information outside their organizational units.
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To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response operations?
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What are the 5 major functional areas of the ICS?
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What is the definition of incident command?
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What does the Operations functional area do?
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What is the focus of the Planning functional area?
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What is the role of the Logistics functional area?
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What does the Finance/Administration functional area monitor?
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What is the responsibility of the Intelligence/Investigations functional area?
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What defines the Incident Command according to NIMS?
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What are the responsibilities of the incident commander?
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What should the current Incident Commander do when transferring command to the Deputy Incident Commander?
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What does the Public Information Officer do?
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What is the role of the Safety Officer?
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What does a Liaison Officer do?
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What should the Safety Officer ensure?
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What is the responsibility of the Liaison Officer during an incident?
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What does the Public Information Officer serve as?
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What is the function of the Joint Information Center?
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What are the major activities of the Operations Section?
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What are the primary activities of the Planning Section?
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What does the Logistics Section do during an incident?
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What are the main activities of the Finance/Administration Section?
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In advance of severe flooding, who is responsible for getting equipment to the Staging Areas?
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Who tracks all personnel participating in the response?
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Which section coordinates response activities like search and rescue?
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Who oversees contracting for needed supplies and services?
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Which section provides valuable reports during the incident?
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What NIMS Management Characteristic does checking in support when deploying for shelter operations represent?
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Selecting a supervisor from the Planning Section indicates support for which NIMS characteristics?
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During resource identification and inventory activities, which NIMS characteristic is being demonstrated?
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Expanding the Operations Section to include an Evacuation Group demonstrates which characteristic?
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Evaluating the supervisory structure for the Incident Command Post supports which NIMS characteristics?
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When the General Staff begins developing strategies based on objectives, which NIMS characteristics are they supporting?
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Requesting use of plain language for communications demonstrates which NIMS characteristics?
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Study Notes
Incident Command System (ICS) Overview
- ICS is distinct from NIMS; the terms cannot be used interchangeably.
- ICS is applicable for various events, including large sporting events and visits from dignitaries.
- Standardized, on-scene approach helps in effective incident management.
Incident Command Concepts
- Common terminology is vital for clear communication; use of jargon or agency-specific codes is discouraged.
- An Incident Action Plan (IAP) specifies incident objectives, outlines activities, identifies resources; it doesn’t focus on lessons learned from previous operations.
- An effective Action Plan should cover a set timeframe and specify objectives and responsibilities.
Operational Principles
- Span of control ensures supervisors maintain manageable responsibilities; unlimited resource management isn't feasible.
- Comprehensive resource management optimizes identification, mobilization, tracking, and demobilization of resources.
- Integrated communications are essential for situational awareness and information sharing.
Command Structure
- Command should be established at the incident's onset, irrespective of unclear details.
- Unity of command dictates that every individual reports to one supervisor, enhancing clarity and accountability.
- Chain of command allows communication across units without restrictions.
Roles in ICS
- Incident Commander sets objectives and strategies, holding overall incident responsibility.
- Operations Section manages operational resources and tactical activities.
- Planning Section supports action planning by maintaining documentation and resource tracking.
- Logistics Section ensures availability of necessary personnel, equipment, and services.
- Finance/Administration Section oversees costs, accounting, and procurement.
Command Staff Functions
- Public Information Officer interacts with the media and public regarding incident information.
- Safety Officer monitors operations and advises on safety matters.
- Liaison Officer acts as a contact for different agency representatives.
Accountability and Transfer of Command
- The Incident Action Plan coordinates response operations, enhancing accountability.
- When transferring command, a comprehensive briefing ensures continuity and effectiveness.
- The check-in principle reinforces accountability among responders.
Major Functional Sections of ICS
- Operations: Implements strategies and directs tactical activities.
- Planning: Prepares action plans and maintains situational awareness.
- Logistics: Manages the provision of resources and services.
- Finance/Administration: Handles financial aspects and documentation.
NIMS Management Characteristics
- Modular organization allows ICS to expand with incident complexity.
- Comprehensive resource management encompasses identification and allocation of resources.
- Establishment and transfer of command ensures structured leadership during incidents.
- Accountability ensures all actions are tracked and documented.
Scenarios for Practical Application
- Scenario responses focus on roles and responsibilities within ICS, emphasizing the importance of recognizing specific characters like the Operations Section Chief or Logistics Section Chief.
- Various scenarios illustrate the need for clear communication, resource management, and the importance of established protocols for effective incident response.### Operations Section Incident Management
- The Operations Section Chief requested additional sanitation supplies, bedding, and bathing materials for shelter operations.
- A specialized monitoring team is to be deployed to assess the risk of an outbreak in the shelter.
- Survey results will be communicated to Health and Public Works departments.
NIMS Management Characteristics
- Modular Organization: As the incident complexity increases, the Operations Section Chief expands the organization by requesting additional resources.
- Information and Intelligence Management: Critical information shared by the Shelter Manager prompts the Operations Section Chief to take necessary actions.
Shelter Operations Phasedown
- The American Red Cross Disaster Operations Supervisor oversees the phasedown of shelter operations.
- Shelter staff personnel are being reassigned or released based on current operational needs.
NIMS Management Characteristics in Staff Management
- Chain of Command and Unity of Command: Direction comes from a single supervisor, ensuring clear leadership during shelter operations.
- Accountability: The supervisor maintains control over resources by managing staff personnel and ensuring proper checkout protocols.
Addressing Public Health Concerns
- The Middle School Principal addresses concerns about a food-borne illness affecting shelter residents.
- Collaboration with the newly formed Unified Command and Health Department is initiated to provide accurate information to the community.
NIMS Management Characteristic Focus
- Information and Intelligence Management: Establishing protocols for collecting and sharing incident-related information is vital for public reassurance and transparency.
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