Questions and Answers
Which Incident Type requires one or two single resources with up to six personnel?
Type 5
Which of the following would NOT typically be included in the transfer of command briefing?
An Incident Commander's scope of authority comes from the Incident Action Plan.
False
Which Incident Type requires national resources with up to 200 personnel per operational period?
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Which of the following best describes the Operational Period Briefing?
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Who generally facilitates the Operational Period Brief?
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Which major NIMS component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions?
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What do Mutual Aid Agreements provide?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the NIMS Management characteristic of Chain of Command?
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Which General Staff member directs management of all incident-related operational activities to achieve the incident objectives?
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Staff-level briefings are conducted by the supervisor to introduce co-workers, clarify tasks, define the scope of work, describe sources of work supplies, and present the work schedule.
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by multiple, conflicting directives?
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ICS Form 201 is not suitable for use as an initial Incident Action Plan (IAP).
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Which Incident Type do these characteristics describe: some or all of the Command and General Staff are activated as well as Division or Group Supervisor and/or Unit Leader positions, the incident extends into multiple operational periods, and a written IAP is required?
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The process of granting authority to carry out specific functions is called
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Which statement below correctly describes how to manage span of control using the modular concept?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
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When a more qualified person arrives on scene, which statement best describes what happens?
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Which Incident Type is limited to one operational period, does not require a written Incident Action Plan, involves Command and General Staff only if needed, and requires several single resources?
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When an incident expands, what happens?
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Study Notes
Incident Types
- Type 5 Incident: Involves one or two single resources, with a personnel limit of up to six.
- Type 2 Incident: Engages national resources with availability for up to 200 personnel per operational period.
- Type 3 Incident: Characterized by activation of Command and General Staff, Divisions or Groups, and requires a written Incident Action Plan (IAP), extending into multiple operational periods.
- Type 4 Incident: Limited to one operational period with no written IAP needed; activates Command and General Staff only as necessary, utilizing several single resources.
Command and Management
- Transfer of Command Briefing: Special requests from agency representatives are typically not included.
- Incident Commander's Authority: Does not derive from the Incident Action Plan.
- Operational Period Briefing: Focuses on keeping the public informed regarding incident status and operational achievements; facilitated by the Planning Section Chief.
- Delegation of Authority: The process of granting specific functions to carry out is essential for effective incident management.
NIMS Components
- Communications and Information Management: Ensures incident personnel and decision makers have the necessary means and information for making and communicating decisions.
- Chain of Command and Unity of Command: This management characteristic reduces confusion from conflicting directives and is essential for operational clarity.
- Management by Objectives: Involves developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols for task completion.
Staffing and Operations
- Operations Section Chief: Responsible for directing all incident-related operational activities to meet objectives.
- Staff-level Briefings: Conducted by supervisors to clarify tasks, define work scope, and outline work schedules. True statement regarding their purpose.
- Span of Control: Achieved through modular organization of resources into Teams, Divisions, Groups, Branches, or Sections.
Incident Management Changes
- Transfer of Command Process: When a more qualified individual arrives, the Emergency Operations Center Director must initiate a Transfer of Command.
- Expansion of Incident: Only essential functions and positions are filled as the situation evolves.
Forms and Documentation
- ICS Form 201: Not suitable as the initial Incident Action Plan; contradicts the false assumption that it is.
- Mutual Aid Agreements: Facilitate assistance between agencies and jurisdictions when resources are insufficient.
Important Considerations
- Inclusion of Personnel: The NIMS Management characteristic does not restrict personnel from sharing information; doing so is crucial for operational success.
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