HazMat Tech: Chapter 14

Critique documents such as the after action report are: Select one: a. an essential learning tool for not only the department involved, but others as well. b. not necessary if the department participates in the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS). c. required to be kept secure in order to ensure privacy. d. objective reporting of facts only, free from recommendations and conclusions.

A. An essential learning tool for not only the department involved, but others as well.

When should a debriefing be conducted? Select one: a. As soon as reasonably possible at the incident's conclusion b. Immediately after emergency responders have returned to quarters c. As participants rotate through rehab facilities d. Immediately before demobilization

A. As soon as reasonably possible at the incident's conclusion.

An effective debriefing at the end of an incident will: Select one: a. both gather and deliver information about the incident. b. produce a formal written report on the incident. c. gather information from those involved. d. always be led by the Incident Commander.

A. Both gather and deliver information about the incident.

Which is NOT one of the primary components of incident termination? Select one: a. Demobilization b. Incident debriefing c. Post-incident critique d. After action reports

A. Demobilization

An after action report provides: Select one: a. lessons learned and makes recommendations for improvements b. details on actions taken and resources used for reimbursement and liability purposes c. a careful and detailed step-by-step account of actions taken d. a general outline of topics discussed at the post-incident critique

A. Lessons learned and makes recommendations for improvements.

What is one of the goals of demobilization at a hazardous materials incident? Select one: a. Determining which objectives have yet to be met b. Allowing units to be restocked and put back in service c. Tracking resources for reimbursement d. Ending the incident quickly

B. Allowing units to be restocked and put back in service.

After the incident, _____ should be reviewed to ensure any operational procedures have been adjusted to allow for an organized and safe operation. Select one: a. reimbursement logs b. critique records c. debriefing records d. NFIRS reports

B. Critique records.

The most effective form of debriefing often is a(an): Select one: a. organized lesson plan. b. group discussion. c. formal presentation. d. anonymous survey.

B. Group Discussion

What is the role of personnel in the Logistics Section in demobilization of a hazardous materials incident? Select one: a. Approves resource orders and demobilization b. Implements transportation inspection program and handles special transportation needs c. Identifies operational resources that are, or may become, excess to the incident d. Develops and implements the demobilization plan

B. Implements transportation inspection program and handles special transportation needs.

When conducting a debriefing: Select one: a. it should be a lengthy and detailed process to produce the best result. b. it is imperative that each emergency responder be interviewed, especially at smaller incidents. c. it is much more beneficial to conduct debriefing interviews one-on-one. d. it is not useful for small incidents.

B. It is imperative that each emergency responder be interviewed, especially at smaller incidents.

Why are post-incident critiques conducted? Select one: a. To present lessons learned by the Incident Commander b. To identify successes or difficulties that were encountered during the response c. To distribute punitive action for any infractions that occurred during the course of the incident d. To ensure that all participants experienced the incident in the same way

B. To identify successes or difficulties that were encountered during the response.

Which question should be asked at a post-incident critique? Select one: a. What are our response objectives? b. What did we do right? c. Which personnel should be reprimanded for their actions? d. What actually happened at this incident?

B. What did we do right?

When should an Incident Commander begin planning for demobilization? Select one: a. Once all response objectives are met b. After the post-incident critique c. At the start of the incident d. After identifying the hazards present at the incident

C. At the start of the incident.

What documents give a chronological account of the incident? Select one: a. Critique records b. National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) reports c. Debriefing records d. Reimbursement logs

C. Debriefing records.

The person conducting the post-incident critique should act as a(an): Select one: a. instructor. b. observer. c. facilitator. d. interpreter.

C. Facilitator

Which statement about records management is MOST accurate? Select one: a. OSHA requires that hazmat incident reports be secured and maintained for the length of an employee's tenure, plus fifteen years. b. In the U.S., keeping exposure records is the responsibility of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. c. Any records other than a written report, such as videos and photographs, do not need to be kept. d. Local agencies will have unique reporting requirements, but federal regulatory requirements may be more stringent.

D. Local agencies will have unique reporting requirements, but federal regulatory requirements may be more stringent.

Which is NOT one of the three key components of a successful post-incident critique? Select one: a. Direction b. Solutions c. Participation d. Mandates

D. Mandates

Termination is the incident phase where responsibility for clean-up: Select one: a. will be determined by the EPA in the U.S. or the EC in Canada. b. is held by first arriving agency at the incident. c. is turned over to state or provincial agencies. d. must be determined.

D. Must be determined.

It is suggested that _____ should lead a debriefing. Select one: a. whoever entered into the hot zone b. someone from outside the incident with a fresh perspective c. whoever was in command of the incident for the majority of the operational period d. someone who is able to facilitate good dialogue

D. Someone who is able to facilitate good dialogue.