IS-700.a NIMS Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who is the individual responsible for all incident activities, including the development of strategies and tactics and the ordering and release of resources?

Operations Section Chief

The credentialing process involves an objective evaluation and documentation of an individual's:

Competence or proficiency

Mutual aid agreements and assistance agreements provide:

Mechanisms to quickly obtain emergency assistance in the form of personnel, equipment, materials, and other associated services.

Which organization has line authority to oversee the management of multiple incidents being handled by separate Incident Command organizations?

Area command Signup and view all the answers

In an Incident Command System organization, the term 'General Staff' refers to:

Incident management personnel organized according to function and who report directly to the Incident Commander. Signup and view all the answers

The Joint Information System is:

The framework for organizing, integrating, and coordinating the delivery of public information. Signup and view all the answers

What does Unified Command enable?

All agencies with responsibility to manage an incident together by establishing a common set of incident objectives and strategies. Signup and view all the answers

The act of directing, ordering, or controlling by virtue of explicit statutory, regulatory, or delegated authority at the field level is referred to as:

Command Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure that serves as the physical location for coordinating information and resources to support incident management activities?

Emergency Operation Center Signup and view all the answers

Exercises should include:

A mechanism for incorporating corrective actions. Signup and view all the answers

The Public Information Officer:

Interfaces with the public and media and/or other agencies regarding incident-related information requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 (HSPD-5) requires all Federal departments and agencies to:

Make adoption of NIMS by State, tribal and local organizations a condition for Federal preparedness assistance. Signup and view all the answers

NIMS stands for:

Establishment of standardized organizational structures that improve integration among jurisdictions and disciplines. Signup and view all the answers

A basic premise of the NIMS and National Response Framework (NRF) is that:

Incidents should be managed at the lowest jurisdictional level possible. Signup and view all the answers

The National Response Framework (NRF) presents guiding principles that:

Provide the structure and mechanisms to ensure effective Federal support of State, tribal, and local related activities. Signup and view all the answers

HSPD-5 required the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a mechanism for ensuring the ongoing management and maintenance of NIMS. What was established?

The National Integration Center (NIC) Signup and view all the answers

Interoperability refers to:

The ability of emergency management/response personnel to interact and work well together. Signup and view all the answers

To better serve their constituents, elected and appointed officials should do the following, EXCEPT FOR:

Assume the role of incident commander for all incidents and direct the on-scene technical operations from the Emergency Operations Center. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Incident Action Plan establish?

The overall incident objectives, strategies, and tactics. Signup and view all the answers

NIMS specifies how resources will be allocated among jurisdictions.

False Signup and view all the answers

NIMS is based on best practices collected from all levels of responders.

True Signup and view all the answers

NIMS applies across the full spectrum of potential incidents, regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity.

True Signup and view all the answers

NIMS integrates best practices into a comprehensive, standardized framework.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which position is responsible for the direct management of all incident-related tactical activities?

Operations Section Chief Signup and view all the answers

ICS encourages jurisdictions to use common terminology, which means:

Use plain English to allow personnel from different agencies to work together. Signup and view all the answers

What is the NIMS term defined as 'the architecture to support coordination for incident prioritization, critical resource allocation, communications systems integration, and information coordination'?

Multiagency Coordination System Signup and view all the answers

Which entity provides a structure for developing and delivering incident-related coordinated messages?

Joint Information System Signup and view all the answers

When do incident managers begin planning for the demobilization process?

As soon as possible to facilitate accountability of the resources. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Incident Management Roles and Responsibilities

Operations Section Chief oversees all incident activities, develops strategies, and manages resource allocation.
Public Information Officer acts as the liaison between the incident and the public/media for information dissemination.

Organizational Structures and Frameworks

Area Command supervises multiple incidents managed by separate Incident Command organizations.
General Staff consists of major functional sections (Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Administration) reporting to the Incident Commander.
Emergency Operation Center is the central location for coordinating information and resources related to incident management.

NIMS and NRF Principles

NIMS standardizes organizational structures for improved integration across jurisdictions and disciplines.
National Response Framework (NRF) provides principles for effective Federal support to local entities during emergencies.
HSPD-5 mandates NIMS adoption by State, tribal, and local organizations as a condition for Federal preparedness assistance.

Collaboration and Coordination Mechanisms

Unified Command allows multiple agencies to work together on incident management with shared objectives and strategies.
Mutual Aid Agreements offer frameworks for rapid assistance in personnel, equipment, and resources during emergencies.
Multiagency Coordination System supports incident prioritization, resource allocation, and communication integration.

Planning and Exercises

Incident Action Plan outlines overall objectives, strategies, and tactics for incident response.
Exercises should engage multidisciplinary and multijurisdictional participants and incorporate mechanisms for corrective actions.

Credentialing and Competence

Credentialing Process evaluates an individual's current certifications, training, experience, and overall competence.

Communication and Information Management

Joint Information System organizes and coordinates the delivery of public information about incidents.

Incident Management Practices

Interoperability ensures emergency management personnel can effectively work together.
Demobilization Planning should begin early to ensure accountability of resources.

Misconceptions and Clarifications

NIMS does not dictate resource allocation between jurisdictions; it is a framework for coordination.
It's essential for officials to avoid assuming command roles unless specifically designated for incident tactical operations.

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IS-700.a NIMS Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who is the individual responsible for all incident activities, including the development of strategies and tactics and the ordering and release of resources?

The credentialing process involves an objective evaluation and documentation of an individual's:

Mutual aid agreements and assistance agreements provide:

Which organization has line authority to oversee the management of multiple incidents being handled by separate Incident Command organizations?

In an Incident Command System organization, the term 'General Staff' refers to:

The Joint Information System is:

What does Unified Command enable?

The act of directing, ordering, or controlling by virtue of explicit statutory, regulatory, or delegated authority at the field level is referred to as:

What is the structure that serves as the physical location for coordinating information and resources to support incident management activities?

Exercises should include:

The Public Information Officer:

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 (HSPD-5) requires all Federal departments and agencies to:

NIMS stands for:

A basic premise of the NIMS and National Response Framework (NRF) is that:

The National Response Framework (NRF) presents guiding principles that:

HSPD-5 required the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a mechanism for ensuring the ongoing management and maintenance of NIMS. What was established?

Interoperability refers to:

To better serve their constituents, elected and appointed officials should do the following, EXCEPT FOR:

What does the Incident Action Plan establish?

NIMS specifies how resources will be allocated among jurisdictions.

NIMS is based on best practices collected from all levels of responders.

NIMS applies across the full spectrum of potential incidents, regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity.

NIMS integrates best practices into a comprehensive, standardized framework.

Which position is responsible for the direct management of all incident-related tactical activities?

ICS encourages jurisdictions to use common terminology, which means:

What is the NIMS term defined as 'the architecture to support coordination for incident prioritization, critical resource allocation, communications systems integration, and information coordination'?

Which entity provides a structure for developing and delivering incident-related coordinated messages?

When do incident managers begin planning for the demobilization process?

Study Notes

Incident Management Roles and Responsibilities

Organizational Structures and Frameworks

NIMS and NRF Principles

Collaboration and Coordination Mechanisms

Planning and Exercises

Credentialing and Competence

Communication and Information Management

Incident Management Practices

Misconceptions and Clarifications

Studying That Suits You

Description

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