NIMS ICS 100 Lesson
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used
interchangeably. - correct answer-False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. -
correct answer-True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. -
correct answer-True
This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2." IIs this common terminology - correct answer-No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? - correct answer-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. - correct answer-False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to
identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources - correct
answer-True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. - correct
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. - correct answer-False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. - correct answer-True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information outside
their organizational units. - correct answer-False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations? - correct answer-Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. - correct answer-Planning
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for the
incident. - correct answer-Incident Command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly managed,
coordinated, and directed. - correct answer-Intelligence/Investigations
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used
interchangeably. - correct answer-False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. -
correct answer-True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. -
correct answer-True
This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2." IIs this common terminology - correct answer-No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? - correct answer-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. - correct answer-False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to
identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources - correct
answer-True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. - correct
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. - correct answer-False
Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. - correct answer-True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information outside
their organizational units. - correct answer-False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations? - correct answer-Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. - correct answer-Planning
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for the
incident. - correct answer-Incident Command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly managed,
coordinated, and directed. - correct answer-Intelligence/Investigations
