Final Exam for: IS700 b An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Final Exam for: IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System 1. Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels? A. Communications and Information Management B. Resource Management C. Command and Coordination 2. NIMS is applicable to all stakeholders with incident related responsibilities. A. TRUE B. FALSE 3. Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident? A. Demobilize B. Track and Report C. Order and Acquire D. Reimburse and Restock 4. NIMS Components are adaptable to planned events such as sporting events. A. TRUE B. FALSE 5. Which resource management activity identifies and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position? A. Planning B. Credentialing C. Qualifying D. Certification 6. 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. Security B. Resilience and Redundancy C. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability D. Interoperability 7. The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can resources if they do not meet its needs. A. Store B. Disregard C. Redirect D. Decline 8. Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information' describes which key communications and information systems principle? A. Security B. Resilience and Redundancy C. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability D. Interoperability 9. Which EOC configuration aligns with the on-scene incident organization? A. Strategic Joint Command Structure B. Departmental Structure C. ICS or ICS-like EOC structure D. Incident Support Model (ISM) structure 10. The three NIMS guiding principles are: A. Unity of effort, preparedness, resource management. B. Resources, organization, standardization. C. Flexibility, standardization, unity of effort. D. Planning, response, recovery. 11. Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation or startup time? A. Strategic Joint Command Structure B. Departmental Structure C. ICS or ICS-like EOC structure D. Incident Support Model (ISM) structure 12. The is a central location that houses Joint Information System (JIS) operations and where public information staff perform public affairs functions. A. MAC Group B. Incident Command Post C. Joint Information Center (JIC) D. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) 13. ‘Access to sensitive or restricted information is controlled’ describes which of the key communications and information systems principles? A. Security B. Resilience and Redundancy C. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability D. Interoperability 14. The are incident management personnel that the Incident Commander or Unified Command assign to directly support the command function. A. Command Staff B. Task Force Leaders C. General Staff D. Strike Team Leaders 15. The MAC Group does not replace the primary functions of EOCs or other dispatch organizations. A. TRUE B. FALSE 16. Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically use to categorize resources? A. Location B. Number available C. Capability D. Color 17. Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner? A. Track and Report B. Mobilize C. Reimburse and Restock D. Order and Acquire 18. EOCs receive senior level guidance from: A. Incident Command System B. Joint Information Center C. MAC Groups D. Joint Information System (JIS) 19. Which resource management task determines the type, quantity, receiving location, and users of resources? A. Mobilize B. Order and Acquire C. Track and Report D. Identify Requirements 20. In NIMS, when do managers plan and prepare for the demobilization process? A. During recovery. B. At the same time they begin mobilizing resources. C. When transitioning between operational periods. D. At the end of the incident. 21. ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of emergency personnel. A. non-activated B. On-scene C. EOC D. Off-site 22. 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. Local EOCs activate. B. Mutual Aid Agreements are executed. C. Federal authorities assist. D. A Unified Command is established. 23. Which communications management practice includes specifying all of the communications systems and platforms that parties will use to share information? A. Standardized Communication Types B. Agreements C. Equipment Standards D. Policy and Planning 24. Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions? A. Incident Command System B. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) C. MAC Groups D. Joint Information System (JIS) 25. Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is a state-to-state system for sharing resources during an emergency or disaster. A. TRUE B. FALSE 26. Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command. A. Administrative Authority B. Group Supervisor C. Section Chief D. Unit Supervisor 27. When only certain EOC team members or organizations are activated to monitor a credible threat, which Activation Level has been implemented? A. Level 4 – No EOC is required B. Level 3 – Normal Operations/Steady-State C. Level 1 – Full Activation D. Level 2 – Enhanced Steady-State 28. Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources? A. Track and Report B. Mobilize C. Identify Requirements D. Order and Acquire