F.E.M.A. - Community Preparedness - IS-909
According to a 2009 Citizen Corps national survey, what percentage of Americans have not prepared because they think that emergency responders will help them?
29%
What is missing? Preparedness is defined as actions taken to plan, organize, equip, train, and exercise to build and sustain the capabilities necessary to: •_____________________, •Protect against, •Mitigate the effects of, •Respond to, and •Recover from those threats that pose the greatest risk.
D. Prevent
Avoid rehearsing so that presentations feel spontaneous, relaxed, and informal.
False
In a complex disaster, first responders and emergency workers are typically able to reach everyone within the first few hours.
False
True or False. Asking for participant feedback may cause a session to end on a negative note. Therefore, you should avoid asking for feedback.
False
True or False. Make sure to stand behind a podium or a table to ensure credibility as a presenter.
False
True or False. Read the materials verbatim so every session is consistent and uniform.
False
True or False. The preparedness activities included in this program must be presented in an established sequence and without making any changes.
False
Citizen Corps, an organization created to help coordinate volunteer activities, established four community preparedness principles. Select the missing Citizen Corps community preparedness principle: A. Incentives B. ___________________________________________________ C. Governmental Leadership D. Local Ordinances
Personal/Organizational Preparedness
Preparedness is the shared responsibility of all levels of government, the private and nonprofit sectors, and individual citizens.
True
True or False. Preparedness does not have to be complex or overly time-consuming. Rather, it should motivate, empower, and engage the whole community.
True
True or False. Tailor the material in presentation with information on local hazards and community response resources.
True
True or False. When considering target audience needs, you should identify any accommodations that may be needed to adapt your preparedness training for individuals with disabilities or language differences.
True
