NIMS 700 Quiz & Flashcards for Incident Management

Questions and Answers

Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information describes which key communications and information systems principle?

Resilience and Redundancy

Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?

Staging Area

Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions?

MAC Groups

Each ICS General Staff is led by a_________________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

Section Chief Signup and view all the answers

The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can _______ resources if they do not meet its needs.

Deline Signup and view all the answers

In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?

At the same time they begin mobilizing resources Signup and view all the answers

Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?

Information and Intelligence Management Signup and view all the answers

ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of____________ emergency personnel.

On-scene Signup and view all the answers

In NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted___________(of) incident response.

outside Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS command and coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?

Emergency Operations Centers (EOC's) Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies?

Comprehensive Resource Management Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources?

Identify Requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management activity verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position?

Credentialing Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?

Mobilize Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management activity establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities?

Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner?

Reimburse and Restock Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available?

Order and Acquire Signup and view all the answers

Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?

Track and Report Signup and view all the answers

Which ICS structure enables jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single action plan?

Unified Command Signup and view all the answers

Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically used to categorize resources?

Capability Signup and view all the answers

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________.

local EOCs activate Signup and view all the answers

The ________ is the central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions.

Joint Information Center (JIC) Signup and view all the answers

In NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.

True Signup and view all the answers

One EOC function is to provide coordinated support to incident command, on-scene personnel, and other EOCs, if needed.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an EOC function?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?

Management by Objective Signup and view all the answers

Which organization should be involved in communications planning?

All stakeholders Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to estimate confusion caused by conflicting instructions?

Chain of Command and Unity of Command Signup and view all the answers

Which EOC configuration aligns with the on-scene incident organization?

ICS or ISC-like EOC structure Signup and view all the answers

Establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is an example of which resource management activity?

Planning for Resources Signup and view all the answers

The incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

NIMS components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations?

Standardization Signup and view all the answers

EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command?

Liaison Officer Signup and view all the answers

The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.

True Signup and view all the answers

'Access to sensitive or restricted information is controlled' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles?

Security Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?

Incident Action Planning Signup and view all the answers

Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communication standard?

Technology Use and Procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?

Common Technology Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies?

Joint Information System (JIS) Signup and view all the answers

Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?

Manageable Span of Control Signup and view all the answers

Incident reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?

Agreements Signup and view all the answers

The three NIMS guiding principles are?

Flexibility, Standardization, Unity of Effort Signup and view all the answers

Use the communications and information systems that are familiar to users is part of which key principle?

Reliability, Scalability, and Portability Signup and view all the answers

Incident information is used across ICS, EOC, MAC groups, and JIS to aid in planning, determine incident costs, and identify safety issues.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational support levels?

Command and Coordination Signup and view all the answers

Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation to startup time?

Departmental Structure Signup and view all the answers

When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which activation level have been implemented?

Level 2 - Enhanced Steady-State Signup and view all the answers

NIMS is applicable to all stakeholders with incident-related responsibilities.

True Signup and view all the answers

The ________________ are incident management personnel that the incident Commander or Unified Command assign to directly support the command function.

Command Staff Signup and view all the answers

Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness?

Integrated Communications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes NIMS?

A systematic approach to incident management Signup and view all the answers

The need for____________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel.

Confidentiality Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts of NIMS

Resilience and Redundancy: Ensures uninterrupted information flow.
Staging Area: Temporary facility for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment.
MAC Groups: Structure for cooperative decisions among multiple agencies.
Section Chief: Leader of each ICS General Staff who reports to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

Resource Management in NIMS

Deline resources if they do not meet needs during mutual aid.
Demobilization Planning: Should happen simultaneously with resource mobilization.
EMAC: A state-to-state system for sharing resources during emergencies.
Information and Intelligence Management: Involves processes for data gathering and sharing.

Incident Command System (ICS) Structures

On-scene Personnel: ICS standardizes command, control, and coordination.
Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs): Offsite locations for staff from multiple agencies to manage incidents.

Resource Inventory and Management Tasks

Outside Incident Response: Resource inventory is prepared outside of actual incident scenarios.
Comprehensive Resource Management: Maintains accurate inventories of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
Identifying Requirements: Determines type, quantity, and usage of resources.
Credentialing: Verifies qualifications for specific positions within the management structure.

EOC Functions and Configurations

Multi-Agency Support: Provides coordinated support to incident command and personnel.
EOCs: Can be fixed, temporary, or virtual structures.
Departmental Structure: Allows rapid activation with minimal startup time.

NIMS Management Characteristics

Management by Objective: Develops and issues plans to achieve defined tasks.
Chain and Unity of Command: Reduces confusion from conflicting instructions.
Integrated Communications: Enables diverse agency units to connect and share information.

Incident Action Plan: Prepared by General Staff from the Planning section.
Incident Reports: Enhance situational awareness through accessible information.
Agreements: Specify all communication systems used for sharing information.

Communication and Technology in NIMS

Technology Use and Procedures: Supports social media for incident visualization and mapping.
Common Technology: Standardizes names and definitions for organizational functions.
Joint Information System (JIS): Develops and executes public information strategies.

Guiding Principles of NIMS

Flexibility, Standardization, Unity of Effort: Core principles guiding NIMS operations.
Reliability, Scalability, Portability: Ensures users are familiar with communication systems.

Special Situations and Resource Planning

Resource Typing: Categorizes resources based on capabilities.
Planning for Resources: Establishing mutual aid agreements.
Confidentiality: Challenges information sharing among emergency personnel.

Applicability and Inclusiveness of NIMS

NIMS Applicability: Relevant to all stakeholders with incident-related responsibilities.
Command Staff Support: Assigned to support the command function directly.

This comprehensive summary highlights the key aspects and principles of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) essential for emergency management and incident response strategies.

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Questions and Answers

Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information describes which key communications and information systems principle?

Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?

Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions?

Each ICS General Staff is led by a_________________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can _______ resources if they do not meet its needs.

In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?

Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster.

Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data?

ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of____________ emergency personnel.

In NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted___________(of) incident response.

Which NIMS command and coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies?

Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources?

Which resource management activity verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position?

Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?

Which resource management activity establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities?

Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner?

Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available?

Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?

Which ICS structure enables jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single action plan?

Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically used to categorize resources?

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________.

The ________ is the central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions.

In NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response.

One EOC function is to provide coordinated support to incident command, on-scene personnel, and other EOCs, if needed.

Which of the following is an EOC function?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks?

Which organization should be involved in communications planning?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to estimate confusion caused by conflicting instructions?

Which EOC configuration aligns with the on-scene incident organization?

Establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is an example of which resource management activity?

The incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section?

NIMS components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events.

Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations?

EOCs can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structures with staff participating remotely.

Which Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command?

The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations.

'Access to sensitive or restricted information is controlled' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support?

Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communication standard?

Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units?

Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies?

Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies.

Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor?

Incident reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information.

Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information?

The three NIMS guiding principles are?

Use the communications and information systems that are familiar to users is part of which key principle?

Incident information is used across ICS, EOC, MAC groups, and JIS to aid in planning, determine incident costs, and identify safety issues.

Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational support levels?

Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation to startup time?

When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which activation level have been implemented?

NIMS is applicable to all stakeholders with incident-related responsibilities.

The ________________ are incident management personnel that the incident Commander or Unified Command assign to directly support the command function.

Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness?

Which of the following correctly describes NIMS?

The need for____________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel.

Study Notes

Key Concepts of NIMS

Resource Management in NIMS

Incident Command System (ICS) Structures

Resource Inventory and Management Tasks

EOC Functions and Configurations

NIMS Management Characteristics

Incident Action Planning and Information Sharing

Communication and Technology in NIMS

Guiding Principles of NIMS

Special Situations and Resource Planning

Applicability and Inclusiveness of NIMS

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