201.05E LEVELS OF EVACUATION

Questions and Answers

What is a characteristic of site evacuation?

It requires extensive police coordination.

It typically lasts more than two hours.

It can involve thousands of citizens.

It generally affects a small number of people. (correct)

Which level of evacuation is characterized by the need for on-site collection and documentation of evacuees?

Site Evacuation

Intermediate Level Evacuation (correct)

Large-Scale Evacuation

None of the above

What is an important action required during a large-scale evacuation?

Short duration of holding times

Rapid initiation of the evacuation process (correct)

Minimal coordination with other agencies

Immediate return of evacuees to their homes

Which factor differentiates the Intermediate Level from site evacuation?

Size of the affected area Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge at the Large-Scale Evacuation level?

Documentation and tracking of evacuees becomes increasingly important. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) play in a large-scale evacuation?

It supports the evacuation and site operations. Signup and view all the answers

How does the Incident Commander determine the necessary command organization for an evacuation?

By assessing the needs of the particular incident. Signup and view all the answers

What is an expected duration for evacuees during an Intermediate Level Evacuation?

Two to four hours or more Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Levels of Evacuation

Three distinct levels of evacuation exist, each requiring varying resource commitments: Site Evacuation, Intermediate Level Evacuation, and Large-Scale Evacuation.

Site Evacuation

Involves a small number of individuals, primarily workers and nearby residents.
Evacuation is easy and typically occurs upwind from the perimeter area.
Short holding times of under one to two hours are common.
Citizens usually return to their daily activities shortly after the evacuation.

Intermediate Level Evacuation

Engages larger groups of people and broader geographic areas, affecting fewer than 100 individuals.
Evacuation durations range from two to four hours or longer.
More complex logistics for collecting and documenting evacuees are required.
Off-site collection sites or shelters must be established and managed.
Some individuals may evacuate independently or return home at their employers’ direction.
Involves increased perimeter size and necessitates greater security resources.
Requires close collaboration with police and relevant agencies for effective management.

Large-Scale Evacuation

Triggered by significant hazardous substance releases potentially affecting thousands of individuals.
Rapid evacuation initiation is critical, with citizens possibly displaced for hours or days.
Extended evacuation completion timeframes complicate the process.
Designation and management of evacuation shelters are essential.
Documentation and tracking of evacuees become crucial yet challenging.
Requires intensive coordination with police and other agencies due to extensive perimeters.
Heightened focus on security in the evacuated area is necessary.
Activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) supports coordinated evacuation efforts.

Command Structure

No strict parameters distinguish between evacuation levels; decisions are situational.
The Incident Commander must adapt the Command Organization to the specific needs of each incident.

Description

Test your knowledge on the three levels of evacuation. This quiz covers site evacuation, its conditions, and related details essential for emergency preparedness. Understand how different resource commitments apply to each level of evacuation.