FEMA 480 PART 2 EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
What are the three basic parts of to the NFIP? - Answer-Mapping, Insurance,
Regulations
List some ways flood maps are used - Answer-1. Basis for new construction
2. Flood insurance policies
3. Lender use them to determine if flood insurance is needed
List the two kinds of FEMA maps - Answer-1. Flood Hazard Boundary Map- shows
boundaries using approximate method
2. FIRM - Includes elevations and better data than FHBM
NFIP definition of a Flood - Answer-General or temporary condition of partial or
complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:
1. over flow of inland or tidal waters
2. Unusual or rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source
3 things that can happen if community does not fulfill its NFIP obligations - Answer-1.
New building will built in floodplain
2. Expensive insurance
3. FEMA imposed sanctions
What is defined as a governmental body with the statutory authority to enact and
enforce development regulations? - Answer-Community
The five things a participating commits itself to: - Answer-1. Issue/Deny Floodplain
development permits
2. Inspecting development
3. Maintaining records of floodplain development
4. Assisting in preparation and revision of floodplain maps
5. Educating residents
What is the Community Assistance Program? - Answer-Makes NFIP Funds available on
a 75/25 cost share to help state agencies provide assistance to communities
What are the states role? 4 things - Answer-1. Ensuring that communities have legal
authorities to regulate floodplains
2. Establish minimum state regulatory requirements
3. Provide technical and specialized assistance
AND ANSWERS
What are the three basic parts of to the NFIP? - Answer-Mapping, Insurance,
Regulations
List some ways flood maps are used - Answer-1. Basis for new construction
2. Flood insurance policies
3. Lender use them to determine if flood insurance is needed
List the two kinds of FEMA maps - Answer-1. Flood Hazard Boundary Map- shows
boundaries using approximate method
2. FIRM - Includes elevations and better data than FHBM
NFIP definition of a Flood - Answer-General or temporary condition of partial or
complete inundation of normally dry land areas from:
1. over flow of inland or tidal waters
2. Unusual or rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source
3 things that can happen if community does not fulfill its NFIP obligations - Answer-1.
New building will built in floodplain
2. Expensive insurance
3. FEMA imposed sanctions
What is defined as a governmental body with the statutory authority to enact and
enforce development regulations? - Answer-Community
The five things a participating commits itself to: - Answer-1. Issue/Deny Floodplain
development permits
2. Inspecting development
3. Maintaining records of floodplain development
4. Assisting in preparation and revision of floodplain maps
5. Educating residents
What is the Community Assistance Program? - Answer-Makes NFIP Funds available on
a 75/25 cost share to help state agencies provide assistance to communities
What are the states role? 4 things - Answer-1. Ensuring that communities have legal
authorities to regulate floodplains
2. Establish minimum state regulatory requirements
3. Provide technical and specialized assistance
