NIMS/700
which of the following correctly describe NIMS
A systematic approach to incident management
which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information
Agreements
Which of the following is an EOC function
All of the above
which organization should be involved in communications planning?
All stakeholders
In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process?
At the same time they begin mobilizing resources.
Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically used to categorize resources?
Capability
Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to estimate confusion caused by conflicting instructions
Chain of Command and Unity of Command
which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational support levels
Command and Coordination
the ________________ are incident management personnel that the incident Commander or Unified Command assign to directly support the command function
Command staff
which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units
Common Technology
Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventories of personnel, equipment, teams,and supplies?
Comprehensive Resource Management
The need for____________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel
Confidentiality
Which resource management activities and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position?
Credentialing
The Jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can _______ resources if they do not meet its needs.
Deline
which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minima preparation to startup time
Departmental Structure
Which NIMS command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together?
Emergency Operations Centers (EOC'S)
the three NIMS guiding principles are
Flexibility, standardization, unity of effort
which EOC configuration aligns with the on-scene incident organization
ICS or ISC- like EOC structure
Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources?
Identify Requirements
which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support
Incident action Planning
Which NIMS Management Characteristic follow established processes forgathering, analyzing ,assessing, sharing and managing data?
Information and Intelligence Management
which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness
Integrated Communications
the ________ is the central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff preform public affairs functions
Joint Information Center (JIC)
which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies
Joint Information System (JIS)
which Command Staff member serves as the incident command's point of contact for organization not included in the Incident Command or Unified Command
Liaison Officer
Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions?
MAC Groups
Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor
Manageable Span of Control
which NIMS Management Characteristic includes developing and issuing assignments, plans, procedures, and protocols to accomplish tasks.
Management by Objective
Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources?
Mobilize
ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of____________ emergency personnel.
On-scene
Which resource management task includes activating local resource requirements, if available?
Order and Acquire
the incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section
Planning
establishing mutual aid agreements to obtain resources from neighboring jurisdictions is ab example of which resource management activity
Planning for Resources
Which resource management activities establishes common definitions for capabilities of personnel, equipment, teams, supplies, and facilities?
Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel
Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner?
Reimburse and Restock
use the communications and information systems that are familiar to users is part of which key principle
Reliability, Scalability and portability
Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information describes which key communications and information systems principle?
Resilience and Redundancy
Each ICS General Staff is led by a_________________ who reports directly to the incident Commander or Unified Command
Section Chief
Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment?
Staging Area
Which NIMS guiding principle supports interoperability among multiple organizations
Standardization
full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies
TRUE
in NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response
TRUE
one EOC function is to provide coordinated support to incident command, on-scene personnel and other EOC's, if needed.
TRUE
using social media to support activities such as producing maps and incident visualizations is an example of which communication standard
Technology Use and Procedures
Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident?
Track and Report
Emergency Management Assistance Compact(EMAC)is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster.
True
Which ICS structure enables jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with single action plan?
Unified Command
when only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible treat, which activation level have been implemented
level 2- Enhanced Steady-State
When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage using NIMS principles and ICS. if the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________.
local EOCs activate
In NIMS, resource inventory refers to preparedness activities conducted___________(of) incident response.
outside
'access to sensitive or restricted information is controlled' describes which of the key communications and information systems principles
security
EOC's can be fixed locations, temporary facilities, or virtual structure with staff participating remotely
true
NIMS Components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events
true
NIMS is applicable to all stakeholders with incident related responsibilities
true
incident Reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information
true
incident information is used across ICS, EOC and MAC groups and JIS to aid in planning determine incident costs and identify safety issues
true
the MAC Group does no replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations
true