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31. 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

30. 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

57. Which Command Staff member serves as the incident command s point of contact for organizations not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command? A. Public Information Officer B. Area Commander C. Safety Officer D. Liaison Officer

D. Liaison Officer

14. 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

50. Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks? A. Manageable Span of Control B. Comprehensive Resource Management C. Modular Organization D. Management by Objectives

D. Management by Objectives

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

D. Mobilize

16. Which organizations should be involved in communications planning? A. MAC Groups B. All Stakeholders C. Area Command D. Planning Section

D. Planning Section

54. Establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is an example of what resource management activity? A. Acquiring, storing, and inventorying resources B. Identifying and Typing Resources C. Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel D. Planning for Resources

D. Planning for Resources

15. Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information' describes which key communications and information systems principle?term-13 A. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability B. Security C. Interoperability D. Resilience and Redundancy

D. Resilience and Redundancy

24. 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 Areas

5. Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident? A. Order and Acquire B. Demobilize C. Reimburse and Restock D. Track and Report

D. Track and Report

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

C. Decline

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

A. True

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

A. confidentiality

35. 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.

D. A Unified Command is established.

22. 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

56. Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources? A. Order and Acquire B. Track and Report C. Mobilize D. Identify Requirements

D. Identify Requirements

34. 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

42. 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

49. 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

36. 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

53. Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams, and supplies? A. Comprehensive Resource Management B. Incident Facilities and Locations C. Management by Objectives D. Dispatch/ Deployment

A. Comprehensive Resource Management

40. 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

A. ICS or ICS-like EOC structure

28. 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)

44. 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)

A. MAC Groups

45. 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

47. 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

48. 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

7. Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command. A. Section Chief B. Administrative Authority C. Unit Supervisor D. Group Supervisor

A. Section Chief

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

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

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

6. Incident information is used across ICS, EOCs, MAC Groups, and JIS to aid in planning, determine incident costs, and identify safety issues. A. TRUE B. FALSE

A. TRUE

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

A. TRUE

52. Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information? A. Equipment Standards B. Agreements C. Policy and Planning D. Standardized Communication Types

B. Agreements

13. 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

26. 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)

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

B. Information and Intelligence Management

37. 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

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

B. outside

21. 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.

C. A Unified Command is established.

51. In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process? A. At the end of the incident. B. During recovery. C. At the same time they begin mobilizing resources. D. When transitioning between operational periods.

C. At the same time they begin mobilizing resources.

43. 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

1. 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. Incident Action Planning D. Integrated Communications

C. Incident Action Planning

38. 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

9. Use of communications and information systems that are familiar to users is a part of which key principle? A. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability B. Security C. Interoperability D. Resilience and Redundancy

C. Interoperability

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

C. Modular Organization

41. 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

58. Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available? A. Track and Report B. Mobilize C. Order and Acquire D. Reimburse and Restock

C. Order and Acquire

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

C. Planning

10. The three NIMS guiding principles are: A. Flexibility, standardization, unity of effort. B. Unity of effort, preparedness, resource management. C. Planning, response, recovery. D. Resources, organization, standardization.

C. Planning, response, recovery.

27. 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

C. Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel

55. Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations? A. Unity of Effort B. Adaptability C. Standardization D. Flexibility

C. Standardization

11. Using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communications standard? A. Common Terminology, Plain Language, and Compatibility B. None of the Above C. Technology Use and Procedures D. Information Security/Operational Security

C. Technology Use and Procedures

2. Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan? A. Area Command B. Joint Information Center C. Unified Command D. Incident Management Team

C. Unified Command