IS-0100 EXAM GUIDE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an unlimited
amount of resources. - ANSWER -False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to
identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources. -
ANSWER -True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. - ANSWER
-True
Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be
established until after the Incident Action Plan has been developed. - ANSWER -False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. - ANSWER -True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information
outside their organizational units. - ANSWER -False
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be
used interchangeably. - ANSWER -False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. -
ANSWER -True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. -
ANSWER -True
Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2."
Does this statement comply with the NIMS Management Characteristic of common
terminology? - ANSWER -No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? - ANSWER -It
focuses on previous operational periods in order to provide lessons learned.
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating
response operations? - ANSWER -Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources,
collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation. - ANSWER -Planning
, Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for
the incident. - ANSWER -Incident command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly
managed, coordinated, and directed. - ANSWER -inteligence/investogators
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all
operational resources. - ANSWER -Operations
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time
recording, and cost analyses. - ANSWER -Finance/Administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident
objectives. - ANSWER -Logistics
Scenario: The Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident
Commander, who needs to attend to a family emergency.
The current Incident Commander should: - ANSWER -Provide a transfer-of-command
briefing to the new Commander
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I work very closely with Operations to make sure that our people in the field
are wearing appropriate protective equipment and implementing safe tactical options. -
ANSWER -Safety Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I provide briefings to supporting Agency Representatives and work with
them to address their questions and concerns about the operation. I remain visible on
the incident scene to all incoming cooperating and assisting agencies. - ANSWER -
Liaison Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I am the primary contact for anyone who wants details about the incident
and our response to it. I serve an external audience through the media and an internal
audience including incident staff and agency personnel. - ANSWER -Public Information
Officer
Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources - ANSWER -Incident
Command
ANSWERS
Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an unlimited
amount of resources. - ANSWER -False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to
identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources. -
ANSWER -True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. - ANSWER
-True
Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be
established until after the Incident Action Plan has been developed. - ANSWER -False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. - ANSWER -True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information
outside their organizational units. - ANSWER -False
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be
used interchangeably. - ANSWER -False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. -
ANSWER -True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. -
ANSWER -True
Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2."
Does this statement comply with the NIMS Management Characteristic of common
terminology? - ANSWER -No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? - ANSWER -It
focuses on previous operational periods in order to provide lessons learned.
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating
response operations? - ANSWER -Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources,
collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation. - ANSWER -Planning
, Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for
the incident. - ANSWER -Incident command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly
managed, coordinated, and directed. - ANSWER -inteligence/investogators
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all
operational resources. - ANSWER -Operations
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time
recording, and cost analyses. - ANSWER -Finance/Administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident
objectives. - ANSWER -Logistics
Scenario: The Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident
Commander, who needs to attend to a family emergency.
The current Incident Commander should: - ANSWER -Provide a transfer-of-command
briefing to the new Commander
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I work very closely with Operations to make sure that our people in the field
are wearing appropriate protective equipment and implementing safe tactical options. -
ANSWER -Safety Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I provide briefings to supporting Agency Representatives and work with
them to address their questions and concerns about the operation. I remain visible on
the incident scene to all incoming cooperating and assisting agencies. - ANSWER -
Liaison Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is
being described. Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the
Command Staff member to select your answer, then click Check.
Statement: I am the primary contact for anyone who wants details about the incident
and our response to it. I serve an external audience through the media and an internal
audience including incident staff and agency personnel. - ANSWER -Public Information
Officer
Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources - ANSWER -Incident
Command
