NIMS IS-700.b Final Exam

MAC Group functions

1. Act as policy level body 2. Support resource prioritization and allocation 3. Make cooperative multi-agency decisions 4. Enable decision making among elected and appointed officials and the Incident Commander responsible for managing the incident

Data Interoperability

Common communications protocols enable the dissemination of information among all incident management elements

Support Communications

Coordination and support of strategic and tactical communications

Common Terminology

Enables effective communication

EOC activation level 1

Full Activation

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

Incident Action Planning

EOC activation level 3

Normal operations/steady state

Certification

Recognition from an AHJ or a third party that an individual has completed qualification for a position

Track and Report (RM)

-Tracks the location of resources -Helps staff prep to receive and use resources -Protects the safety and security of personnel, equipment, teams and facilities -Enables Resource coordination and movement

4 key communications and information systems principles

1. Interoperability 2. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability 3. Resilience and Redundancy 4. Security

3 Major Components of NIMS

1. Resource Management 2. Command and Coordination 3. Communications and Information Management

The Federal Government only becomes involved with a response when:

1. State governors or tribal leaders request Federal assistance and their requests are approved 2. Federal interests are involved 3. Statute or regulation authorized or requires

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

A. TRUE

Public Communications

Alerts and warnings, press conferences

Standard Practices

Allow incident personnel and organizations to work together effectively

Flexibility

Allows NIMS to be scalable from routine, local incidents through those requiring interstate mutual aid up to those requiring Federal assistance

; A. MAC Groups B. All Stakeholders C. Area Command D. Planning Section

B. All Stakeholders

Tactical Communications

Communications among and between on-scene and tactical personnel and cooperating agencies and organizations

Which resource management activity identifies and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position? A. Qualifying B. Planning C. Certification D. Credentialing

D. Credentialing

Credentialing

Documentation- typically an ID card or badge- that identifies personnel and verifies their qualifications for a particular position

Unity of Effort

Enables organizations with jurisdictional authority or functional responsibilities to support each other while allowing each participating agency to maintain its own authority and accountability

EOC activation level 2

Enhanced steady-state/partial activation

NIMS Guiding Principles

Flexibility Standardization Unity of Effort

The three NIMS guiding principles are:

Flexibility, standardization, unity of effort

EOC is used to manage

From off-site locations in order to: 1. Address imminent threats and hazards 2. Provide coordinated support to incident Command, on-scene personnel and/or other EOCs

Strategic communications

High level directions, including resource priority decisions, roles and responsibilities determinations, and overall incident management courses of action

Identify Requirements (Resource Management)

Identify: 1. Type and quantity of resources needed 2. Location where resources should be sent 3. Who will receive and use resources

Standard Organizational Structures

Improve integration and connectivity among organizations

ICP

Incident Command Post- Location of the tactical-level, on-scene incident management (Incident Commander or Unified Command and Staff)

Incident Action Plan

Incident-specific plans improve situational awareness and describe the objective and tactics of the incident management

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

Information and Intelligence Management

Function of JIS

Integrates incident information and public affairs into a unified organization that provides consistent, coordinated, accurate, accessible, timely, and complete information to the public and stakeholders during incident operations

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

Joint Information Center

Incident Base

Location at which personnel conduct primary support activities (may be co-located with the ICP)

Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources? A. Identify Requirements B. Track and Report C. Order and Acquire D. Mobilize

Mobilize

ICS is used to manage

On-scene, tactical-level response

Area Command

Oversees the management of multiple incidents or a very complex incident through establishing multiple ICS organizations

Qualifying

Personnel meet the minimum established standards (including training, experience, physical and medical fitness) to fill specific positions

Order and Acquire (RM)

Resource typing is designed for use here to ensure resources provided meet the mission needs

Camps

Satellites on an incident base, established where they can best support incident operations by providing food, sleeping areas, sanitation, and minor maintenance and servicing of equipment

Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command.

Section Chief

Resource Management

Standard mechanisms to systematics manage resources, including personnel, equipment, supplies, teams, and facilities, both before and during incidents in order to allow organizations to more effectively share resources when needed

Standardization

Supports interoperability among multiple organizations in incident response

Staging Areas

Temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment

Typing: Category

The function for a which a resource would be most useful (firefighting, law enforcement, health and medical)

Demobilization (RM)

The goal of demobilization is the orderly, safe, and efficient return of a resource to its original location and status

Typing: Capability

The resources capability to perform its function in one or more of the five mission areas: Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery

Mutual Aid

The sharing of resources and services between jurisdictions or organizations

Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?

Track and Report

JIS activities

1. Develop and deliver coordinated interagency messages 2. Develop, recommend and execute public information plans and strategies 3. Advise on public affairs issues that could affect the incident Management effort 4. Address and manage rumors and inaccurate information that could undermine public confidence

Reimburse and Restock (RM)

1. Establish and maintain the readiness of resources 2. Collect bills and validate costs 3. Ensure that resource providers are paid in a timely manner 4. Restock through replacement or repair of damaged equipment

JIC steps to informing public

1. Gathering 2. Verifying 3. Coordinating 4. Disseminating

3 Common ways to organize EOCs

1. ICS or ICS-like structure 2. Incident Support Model structure 3. Departmental structure

4 Key Activities of Resource Management Preparedness

1. Identifying and typing resources 2. Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel 3. Planning for resources 4. Acquiring, storing, and inventorying resources

Common ICS Facilities

1. Incident Command Post (ICP) 2. Staging Areas 3. Incident Base 4. Camps

Typing: Kind

A broad characterization, such as personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities

Typing: Type

A resources level of capability to perform its function based on size, power, capacity (for equipment), or experience and qualifications; Type 1 has greater capacity than Type 2, 3, or 4

Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically use to categorize resources? A. Capability B. Location C. Number available D. Color

A. Capability

Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by conflicting instructions? A. Chain of Command and Unity of Command B. Management by Objectives C. Information and Intelligence Management D. Accountability

A. Chain of Command and Unity of Command

Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units? A. Common Terminology B. Unified Command C. Comprehensive Resource Management D. Modular Organization

A. Common Terminology

Which resource management activity establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities? A. Identifying and Typing Resources B. Acquiring, storing, and inventorying resources C. Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel D. Planning for Resources

A. Identifying and Typing Resources

The _________ is a central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions. A. Joint Information Center (JIC) B. MAC Group C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) D. Incident Command Post

A. Joint Information Center (JIC)

EOCs receive senior level guidance from: A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Joint Information Center D. Joint Information System (JIS)

A. MAC Groups

Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions? A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) D. Joint Information System (JIS)

A. MAC Groups

Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner? A. Reimburse and Restock B. Track and Report C. Mobilize D. Order and Acquire

A. Reimburse and Restock

18. Incident Reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information. A. TRUE B. FALSE

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies. A. TRUE B. FALSE

A. TRUE

In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response. A. TRUE B. FALSE

A. TRUE

NIMS Components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events. A. TRUE B. FALSE

A. TRUE

Which of the following is an EOC function? A. Coordinating plans and determining resource needs B. All of the above C. Collecting, analyzing, and sharing information D. Providing coordination and policy direction

B. All of the above

Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels? A. Resource Management B. Command and Coordination C. Communications and Information Management

B. Command and Coordination

17. Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together? A. Incident Command Structure (ICS) B. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) C. Joint Information System (JIS) D. MAC Group

B. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs)

Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data? A. Common Terminology B. Information and Intelligence Management C. Establishment and Transfer of Command D. Integrated Communications

B. Information and Intelligence Management

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage response using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________________. A. Federal authorities assist. B. Local EOCs activate. C. Mutual Aid Agreements are executed. D. A Unified Command is established.

B. Local EOCs activate.

When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage response using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________________. A. Federal authorities assist. B. Local EOCs activate. C. A Unified Command is established. D. Mutual Aid Agreements are executed.

B. Local EOCs activate.

The need for ______________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel. A. confidentiality B. advanced equipment C. verified sources D. social media outlets

B. advanced equipment

n NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted _________ (of) incident response. A. during B. outside C. with D. instead

B. outside

Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels? A. Resource Management B. Communications and Information Management C. Command and Coordination

C. Command and Coordination

The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can ____________ resources if they do not meet its needs. A. Redirect B. Store C. Decline D. Disregard

C. Decline

Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation or startup time? A. ICS or ICS-like EOC structure B. Strategic Joint Command Structure C. Departmental Structure D. Incident Support Model (ISM) structure

C. Departmental Structure

Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies? A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) D. Joint Information System (JIS)

C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness? A. Incident Action Planning B. Information and Intelligence Management C. Integrated Communications D. Comprehensive Resource Management

C. Integrated Communications

ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of _______ emergency personnel. A. EOC B. non-activated C. On-scene D. Off-site

C. On-scene

The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section? A. Operations B. Finance/Administration C. Planning D. Logistics

C. Planning

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

Common Terminology

Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support? A. Common Terminology B. Information and Intelligence Management C. Integrated Communications D. Incident Action Planning

D. Incident Action Planning

The 'capacity for emergency management and response personnel to interact and work well together' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles? A. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability B. Security C. Resilience and Redundancy D. Interoperability

D. Interoperability

When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented? A. Level 1 - Full Activation B. Level 4 - No EOC is required C. Level 3 - Normal Operations/Steady-State D. Level 2 - Enhanced Steady-State

D. Level 2 - Enhanced Steady-State

Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor? A. Modular Organization B. Chain of Command and Unity of Command C. Management by Objectives D. Manageable Span of Control

D. Manageable Span of Control

Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information' describes which key communications and information systems principle? A. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability B. Security C. Interoperability D. Resilience and Redundancy

D. Resilience and Redundancy

Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment? A. Incident Base B. Incident Command Post C. Camp D. Staging Area

D. Staging Area

Command and Communication

Describes leadership roles, processes, and recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels and explains how these structures interact to manage incidents effectively and efficiently

Communications and Information Management

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