FEMA IS-0100.c An Introduction to the Incident
Command System ICS 100 Exam Prep 2026
1. Guide
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the False
same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.
2. ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or True
a visit from a foreign dignitary.
3. ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable ap- True
proach to incident management.
4. Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code No
2."Does this statement comply with the NIMS Manage-
ment Characteristic of common terminology?
5. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident It focuses on previous op-
Action Plan (IAP)? erational periods in order
to provide lessons learned.
6. Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can False
effectively manage an unlimited amount of resources.
7. In part, comprehensive resource management de- True
scribes standard mechanisms used to identify require-
ments and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize
resources.
8. Integrated communications are necessary to achieve True
situational awareness.
9. Because incident details are often unknown at the False
start, command should not be established until after
the Incident Action Plan has been developed.
10. True
, FEMA IS-0100.c An Introduction to the Incident
Command System ICS 100 Exam Prep 2026
Guide
Unity of command means that every individual is ac-
countable to and reports to only one designated su-
pervisor.
11. Chain of command restricts personnel from communi- False
cating or sharing information outside their organiza-
tional units.
12. To promote accountability, which document outlines Incident Action Plan
the method for coordinating response operations?
13. Supports the incident action planning process by track- Planning
ing resources, collecting/analyzing information, and
maintaining documentation.
14. Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, Incidenet Command
and has overall responsibility for the incident.
15. Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations Intelligence/Investiga-
and activities are properly managed, coordinated, and tions
directed.
16. Conducts operations to reach the incident objec- Operations
tives. Establishes tactics and directs all operational re-
sources.
17. Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides ac- Finance/Administration
counting, procurement, time recording, and cost
analyses.
18. Arranges for resources and needed services to support Logistics
achievement of the incident objectives.
19.
Command System ICS 100 Exam Prep 2026
1. Guide
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the False
same, and these terms can be used interchangeably.
2. ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or True
a visit from a foreign dignitary.
3. ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable ap- True
proach to incident management.
4. Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code No
2."Does this statement comply with the NIMS Manage-
ment Characteristic of common terminology?
5. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident It focuses on previous op-
Action Plan (IAP)? erational periods in order
to provide lessons learned.
6. Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can False
effectively manage an unlimited amount of resources.
7. In part, comprehensive resource management de- True
scribes standard mechanisms used to identify require-
ments and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize
resources.
8. Integrated communications are necessary to achieve True
situational awareness.
9. Because incident details are often unknown at the False
start, command should not be established until after
the Incident Action Plan has been developed.
10. True
, FEMA IS-0100.c An Introduction to the Incident
Command System ICS 100 Exam Prep 2026
Guide
Unity of command means that every individual is ac-
countable to and reports to only one designated su-
pervisor.
11. Chain of command restricts personnel from communi- False
cating or sharing information outside their organiza-
tional units.
12. To promote accountability, which document outlines Incident Action Plan
the method for coordinating response operations?
13. Supports the incident action planning process by track- Planning
ing resources, collecting/analyzing information, and
maintaining documentation.
14. Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, Incidenet Command
and has overall responsibility for the incident.
15. Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations Intelligence/Investiga-
and activities are properly managed, coordinated, and tions
directed.
16. Conducts operations to reach the incident objec- Operations
tives. Establishes tactics and directs all operational re-
sources.
17. Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides ac- Finance/Administration
counting, procurement, time recording, and cost
analyses.
18. Arranges for resources and needed services to support Logistics
achievement of the incident objectives.
19.
