NIMS IS-700.B Quiz & Flashcards for Incident Support

Questions and Answers

Which of the following statements about NIMS are correct? (Select all that apply)

NIMS is scalable, flexible, and adaptable for all incidents. (correct)

NIMS is a set of concepts and principles for all threats. (correct)

NIMS does not establish command structures.

NIMS is only applicable to large incidents.

The NIMS guiding principle of ____ facilitates interoperability among organizations in incident response.

Standardization

What does Command and Coordination refer to in NIMS?

Leadership roles, processes, and recommended organizational structures for incident management.

What is meant by Resource Management?

Standard mechanisms to identify and manage resources such as personnel and equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Communications and Information Management?

To ensure decision-makers and incident personnel have the necessary information. Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management key activity defines and categorizes incident resources by capability?

Identifying and Typing Resources Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the Track and Report stage of the resource management process?

Protects safety of personnel and resources, enables coordination, and prepares staff to receive resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of Demobilization?

The orderly, safe, and efficient return of a resource to its original location. Signup and view all the answers

What is one role of the receiving jurisdiction for mutual aid?

Declining resources that do not meet needs. Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect?

Integrated Communications Signup and view all the answers

Typical designated __________ include Incident Command Post (ICP) and mass casualty triage areas.

Incident Facilities and Locations Signup and view all the answers

What is associated with multijurisdictional or multiagency incident management?

Unified Command Signup and view all the answers

Which statements about an Area Command are correct? (Select all that apply)

An Area Command organization oversees multiple incidents. Signup and view all the answers

Which EOC structure focuses on information, planning, and resource support?

Incident Support Model (ISM) Signup and view all the answers

What are Normal Operations/Steady-State activities?

Routine watch and warning activities when no specific risk has been identified. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during Enhanced Steady-State/Partial Activation?

Certain EOC team members are activated to monitor credible threats. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during Full Activation of an EOC team?

Personnel from all assisting agencies are activated to support a major incident. Signup and view all the answers

Which statements about MAC Groups are correct? (Select all that apply)

MAC Groups act as a policy-level body during incidents. Signup and view all the answers

What are supporting elements of the Joint Information System (JIS)?

Public Information Officer Signup and view all the answers

What do local emergency personnel use to manage response when an incident occurs?

ICS Signup and view all the answers

What is accurate about a Joint Information Center (JIC)?

Manages JIS operations for coordination and public messaging. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for a system to be portable in emergency management?

Can effectively be transported, deployed, and integrated for support. Signup and view all the answers

What allows for continuity through alternate communication methods?

Redundant systems Signup and view all the answers

What characteristics describe a reliable system?

Familiar, adaptable to new technology, and dependable. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for a system to be resilient?

Systems can withstand and continue to perform after damage. Signup and view all the answers

What does interoperable mean in emergency management?

The capacity for emergency personnel to interact and work well together. Signup and view all the answers

What does scalable mean in the context of emergency response?

Expands to support situations from small to large scale. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for access to sensitive information to be secure?

Access is controlled to maintain confidentiality. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes Strategic Communications?

High-level directions and incident management courses of action. Signup and view all the answers

When collecting data, personnel should do what?

Follow data collection techniques and conduct analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What does Data Interoperability refer to?

Common communications protocols enable dissemination among management elements. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

NIMS Overview

NIMS (National Incident Management System) is designed to be scalable, flexible, and adaptable for all types of incidents.
It serves as a framework of concepts and principles applicable to all potential threats.

NIMS Guiding Principles

Standardization facilitates interoperability among organizations during incident response.

Command and Coordination

Defines leadership roles, processes, and organizational structures crucial for effective incident management.
Structures interact to manage incidents both efficiently and effectively.

Resource Management

Involves identifying resource requirements and processes for ordering, mobilizing, tracking, demobilizing, and inventorying resources like personnel and equipment.

Communication and Information Management

Ensures decision-makers and incident personnel have the necessary information for making and implementing decisions.

Resource Identification and Typing

Key activity in resource management that categorizes incident resources based on capability.

Track and Report Stage

Focuses on protecting personnel and resources' safety and security.
Enables coordinated movement and staff preparedness for resource reception and use.

Demobilization

Goal is the orderly, safe, and efficient return of resources to their original locations and statuses.

Receiving Jurisdiction's Role

Includes the ability to decline resources that do not meet specific needs during mutual aid situations.

Integrated Communications

Characteristic of NIMS that allows diverse agency units to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness.

Incident Facilities and Locations

Typical designated facilities include the Incident Command Post (ICP), incident base, staging areas, camps, and emergency shelters.

Unified Command

Relevant for multijurisdictional or multiagency incident management to streamline efforts.

Area Command

Established as Unified Area Commands for managing multiple incidents or large-scale situations.
Particularly useful when several ICPs request similar, limited resources.

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Structures

Incident Support Model (ISM) focuses on information, planning, and resource support during incident management.

Normal Operations/Steady-State

Reflect routine activities at the EOC when no specific risks or incidents are identified.

Enhanced Steady-State/Partial Activation

EOC team members activated to monitor credible threats or support responses to new incidents.

Full Activation

Complete EOC team support activation occurs for major incidents or credible threats.

MAC Groups

During incidents, MAC Groups facilitate cooperative decisions, support resource prioritization, and act as a policy-level body.

Joint Information System (JIS)

Supported by elements such as the Public Information Officer and the Joint Information Center.

Incident Command System (ICS)

Local emergency personnel manage incident responses primarily using the ICS framework.

Joint Information Center (JIC)

Manages JIS operations to ensure proper coordination and public messaging across all response levels.

Portable Systems

Designed for effective transport and deployment to support incidents across jurisdictions.

Redundant Communication Systems

Provide continuity through alternate methods when primary communication systems fail.

Reliable Communication Systems

Familiar, adaptable, and dependable across various situations enhance effective communication during incidents.

Resilient Systems

Capable of sustained performance despite damage or loss of infrastructure.

Interoperability in Emergency Response

Refers to the ability of emergency management and response personnel to work effectively together.

Scalability in Support Systems

Expands to accommodate small to large scale incidents and rapid increases in system users.

Secure Systems

Control access to sensitive or restricted information during incident management operations.

Strategic Communications

Involve directing high-level resource priorities and key decisions regarding incident management.

Data Collection Practices

Personnel should adhere to standard techniques for effective data gathering and conduct thorough analysis.

Data Interoperability

Achieved through common communications protocols that enable information sharing across all incident management entities.

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This quiz focuses on the key concepts and principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as outlined in IS-700.B. It includes flashcards that help reinforce understanding of its scalability, flexibility, and guiding principles like standardization. Perfect for those looking to master NIMS for various incidents.

NIMS IS-700.B Flashcards