NIMS ICS 100 Lesson GUARANTED
GRADE A+
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these
terms can be used interchangeably.
False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a
foreign dignitary.
True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to
incident management.
True
This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2." IIs this common terminology
No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan
(IAP)?
It focuses on previous operational periods in order to provide
lessons learned.
Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively
manage an unlimited amount of resources.
False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard
mechanisms used to identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track,
and demobilize resources
True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational
awareness.
True
Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command
should not be established until after the Incident Action Plan has
been developed.
False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and
reports to only one designated supervisor.
True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing
information outside their organizational units.
False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for
coordinating response operations?
, Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources,
collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation.
Planning
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has
overall responsibility for the incident.
Incident Command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and
activities are properly managed, coordinated, and directed.
Intelligence/Investigations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes
tactics and directs all operational resources.
Operations
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting,
procurement, time recording, and cost analyses.
Finance/Administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of
the incident objectives.
Logistics
The Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident
Commander, who needs to attend to a family emergency.
The current Incident Commander should:
Provide a transfer-of-command briefing to the new Commander
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.
Safety Officer
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.
Liaison Officer
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.
Public Information Officer
Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources
Incident Command
Collect, analyze, and disseminate information
Incident Coordination
Synchronize public information messages
Coordination
Establishing priorities among incidents
GRADE A+
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these
terms can be used interchangeably.
False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a
foreign dignitary.
True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to
incident management.
True
This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2." IIs this common terminology
No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan
(IAP)?
It focuses on previous operational periods in order to provide
lessons learned.
Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively
manage an unlimited amount of resources.
False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard
mechanisms used to identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track,
and demobilize resources
True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational
awareness.
True
Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command
should not be established until after the Incident Action Plan has
been developed.
False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and
reports to only one designated supervisor.
True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing
information outside their organizational units.
False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for
coordinating response operations?
, Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources,
collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation.
Planning
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has
overall responsibility for the incident.
Incident Command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and
activities are properly managed, coordinated, and directed.
Intelligence/Investigations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes
tactics and directs all operational resources.
Operations
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting,
procurement, time recording, and cost analyses.
Finance/Administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of
the incident objectives.
Logistics
The Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident
Commander, who needs to attend to a family emergency.
The current Incident Commander should:
Provide a transfer-of-command briefing to the new Commander
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.
Safety Officer
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.
Liaison Officer
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.
Public Information Officer
Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources
Incident Command
Collect, analyze, and disseminate information
Incident Coordination
Synchronize public information messages
Coordination
Establishing priorities among incidents
