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What are NIMS Management Characteristics?
14 characteristics that incident command and coordination are based on.
What is the purpose of Common Terminology?
It allows different organizations to work together in a variety of emergency functions.
Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?
What is Modular Organization?
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Who is responsible for the establishment and expansion of the modular organization based on incident-specific requirements?
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Which characteristic has the feature of expanding as incident complexity increases?
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What is management by objectives?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes establishing specific and measurable objectives?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?
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What does Incident Action Planning do?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic is recommended for all incidents?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic is not always written but becomes increasingly important as incidents grow in complexity?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?
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What happens when you maintain a manageable span of control?
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What is the optimal span of control for incident management?
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When can supervisors assign subordinate supervisors?
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Based on what circumstances can span of control change?
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Who established the Incident Facilities and Locations?
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What does incident size and complexity influence?
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What are typical designated facility examples?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies?
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What does Integrated Communities allow?
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How do incident managers facilitate communications?
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When does Integrated Communications Planning occur before and during an incident?
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How does an anticipated incident establish command?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows agencies with different authorities to work together effectively?
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Which ICS structure enables jurisdictions to jointly manage incident activities?
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What is Chain of Command and Unity of Command?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to manage confusion caused by conflicting instructions?
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What is essential for all resources during an incident?
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What principles of accountability should incident management personnel stick to?
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When should resources be dispatched and deployed?
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When shouldn't resources be dispatched and deployed?
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Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for managing data?
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Study Notes
NIMS Management Characteristics Overview
- NIMS Management Characteristics comprise 14 essential elements that enhance the effectiveness of incident command and coordination.
- They serve as foundational building blocks that improve the strength and efficiency of the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Common Terminology
- Facilitates collaboration among different organizations during emergencies by providing standardized language.
- Reduces confusion and promotes interoperability across various functions and hazard scenarios.
Modular Organization
- An organizational structure in Incident Command System (ICS) tailored to incident's size, complexity, and hazards.
- Managed by the ICS Commander and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Director, expanding responsibilities as incident complexity increases.
Management by Objectives
- Directs all incident activities toward accomplishing clear, defined objectives.
- Involves developing assignments, plans, and procedures necessary for task completion.
- Establishes measurable objectives and documents results for performance assessment.
Incident Action Planning
- Guides incident management activities, documenting incident objectives, tactics, and assignments.
- Recommended for all incidents, particularly important as incidents grow in complexity or duration.
Manageable Span of Control
- Refers to the number of subordinates directly reporting to a supervisor.
- Optimal guideline is 1:5, meaning one supervisor should manage five subordinates.
- Important for effective incident management to ensure manageable oversight and communication.
Incident Facilities and Locations
- Established by the Incident Commander (IC), Unified Commander (UC), or EOC Director based on the incident's size and requirements.
- Typical facilities include the Incident Command Post (ICP), Incident Base, Staging Area, and Emergency Shelters.
Comprehensive Resource Management
- Ensures accurate and current inventories of personnel, equipment, and supplies are maintained for efficient resource allocation.
Integrated Communications
- Establishes connections between diverse agency units for sharing information and achieving situational awareness.
- Involves planning and implementing interoperable communication systems before and during incidents.
Unified Command
- Enables different agencies with varied authorities to collaborate effectively without compromising their individual responsibility.
- Supports joint management of incident activities under a single action plan.
Chain of Command and Unity of Command
- Creates an orderly hierarchical structure in incident management to minimize confusion caused by conflicting instructions.
- Ensures clear accountability and reporting relationships.
Accountability Principles
- Essential for managing all resources during an incident; principles include check-in/check-out protocols and personal responsibility.
- Resource deployment should only occur when formally requested to avoid overwhelming Incident Commander.
Information and Intelligence Management
- Involves structured processes for collecting, analyzing, sharing, and managing data related to the incident for informed decision-making.
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Description
This quiz explores the key elements of the NIMS management characteristics, including common terminology, modular organization, and management by objectives. Understand how these components enhance emergency response effectiveness and facilitate collaboration among organizations.
