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Who was the first FEMA Director from 1979-1981?
Who was the first FEMA Director from 1979-1981?
- Louis Giuffrida
- Jimmy Carter
- John W. Macy (correct)
- James Lee Witt
When was FEMA officially established?
When was FEMA officially established?
- March 31, 1979 (correct)
- March 31, 1980
- June 19, 1978
- April 1, 1978
Who was named FEMA Director by President Ronald Reagan in 1982?
Who was named FEMA Director by President Ronald Reagan in 1982?
- Louis Giuffrida (correct)
- James Lee Witt
- John W. Macy
- Jimmy Carter
What major event prompted President Jimmy Carter to transmit Reorganization Plan Number 3 to Congress?
What major event prompted President Jimmy Carter to transmit Reorganization Plan Number 3 to Congress?
Which FEMA Director emphasized the similarities between natural hazard preparedness and civil defense?
Which FEMA Director emphasized the similarities between natural hazard preparedness and civil defense?
During which administration was James Lee Witt appointed as the new FEMA Director?
During which administration was James Lee Witt appointed as the new FEMA Director?
What is the most common type of terrorism in the United States before 9/11?
What is the most common type of terrorism in the United States before 9/11?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of CBRN incidents?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of CBRN incidents?
What is the main purpose of using terrorism according to the passage?
What is the main purpose of using terrorism according to the passage?
Which of the following is the most difficult biological weapon to grow and maintain?
Which of the following is the most difficult biological weapon to grow and maintain?
Which of the following is a type of radiological weapon?
Which of the following is a type of radiological weapon?
What was the hallmark of Witt's leadership?
What was the hallmark of Witt's leadership?
When was the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officially formed?
When was the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officially formed?
Who was appointed as the first Director of the Department of Homeland Security?
Who was appointed as the first Director of the Department of Homeland Security?
What was the purpose of HSPD-3?
What was the purpose of HSPD-3?
Which of the following was NOT one of the five Directorates of the Department of Homeland Security?
Which of the following was NOT one of the five Directorates of the Department of Homeland Security?
What was the greatest federal reorganization of agencies since the creation of the Department of Defense?
What was the greatest federal reorganization of agencies since the creation of the Department of Defense?
What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
Which type of hazard is newer and less understood compared to others?
Which type of hazard is newer and less understood compared to others?
What defines a disaster according to the text?
What defines a disaster according to the text?
What characterizes nuclear/radiation accidents?
What characterizes nuclear/radiation accidents?
Which statement best describes natural hazards?
Which statement best describes natural hazards?
What do hazardous materials incidents typically involve?
What do hazardous materials incidents typically involve?
What is the primary purpose of implementing a delay measure in physical security?
What is the primary purpose of implementing a delay measure in physical security?
Which component of an incident response plan involves assessing the situation and taking appropriate actions?
Which component of an incident response plan involves assessing the situation and taking appropriate actions?
Which of the following is NOT a typical resource utilized by the National Guard during a homeland security or disaster incident?
Which of the following is NOT a typical resource utilized by the National Guard during a homeland security or disaster incident?
What is the primary responsibility of local response teams during an emergency event?
What is the primary responsibility of local response teams during an emergency event?
Which statement about the re-evaluation component of physical security is true?
Which statement about the re-evaluation component of physical security is true?
Which of the following is NOT a typical responsibility of state-level response during an emergency event?
Which of the following is NOT a typical responsibility of state-level response during an emergency event?
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FEMA Structure and Leadership
- The first FEMA Director from 1979-1981 was John Macy.
- FEMA was officially established in 1979.
- President Ronald Reagan appointed Thomas A. Smith as FEMA Director in 1982.
- The major event prompting President Jimmy Carter to transmit Reorganization Plan Number 3 to Congress was the Three Mile Island nuclear accident.
Directors and Leadership Focus
- FEMA Director James Lee Witt emphasized similarities between natural hazard preparedness and civil defense.
- James Lee Witt was appointed during the Bill Clinton administration.
Terrorism in the United States
- Prior to 9/11, the most common type of terrorism in the United States was domestic terrorism.
- The most difficult biological weapon to grow and maintain is anthrax.
- A type of radiological weapon includes a "dirty bomb."
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was officially formed in 2003.
- Tom Ridge was appointed as the first Director of DHS.
- HSPD-3 (Homeland Security Presidential Directive-3) aimed to enhance the nation's capabilities for state and local government in terrorism response.
Organizational Changes and Responsibilities
- The greatest federal reorganization of agencies since the creation of the Department of Defense was the establishment of DHS.
- Hazards differ from risks in that hazards are potential threats while risks represent the likelihood of that threat causing harm.
Types of Hazards
- Cyber hazards are newer and less understood than traditional hazards.
- A disaster is defined as a significant disruption causing widespread human, material, or environmental impact.
Types of Incidents
- Nuclear/radiation accidents are characterized by the release of radioactive material.
- Natural hazards are best described as naturally occurring events that can cause harm or damage.
- Hazardous materials incidents typically involve toxic substances that may pose risks to health and safety.
Incident Response and Management
- The primary purpose of delaying measures in physical security is to provide time for effective response during an incident.
- The assessment component of an incident response plan involves evaluating the situation and determining appropriate actions.
- The National Guard typically provides resources like personnel and equipment during homeland security or disaster incidents.
Local Response and Security Evaluation
- Local response teams are primarily responsible for immediate emergency response during disasters.
- The re-evaluation component of physical security assesses the effectiveness of security measures and identifies areas for improvement.
- A typical responsibility of state-level response that is not common is direct medical treatment to victims during an emergency, which is usually handled locally.
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