DINFOS BPASAC PA 2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔On the record - ✔✔Everything that is said during a media visit should be considered
__ the ___.
✔✔15-20 seconds for on-camera interviews - ✔✔How long should the SME's effective
response be?
✔✔Power, location and audio - ✔✔This should be considered when preparing for a
media visit using electronic media.
✔✔ Media Contact List - ✔✔A short, detailed, summary of all mass media in your area.
This list should be organized into specific groups.
✔✔Each media outlet should include (list): - ✔✔Name and affiliation
Complete POC (email, mailing address, phone numbers)
✔✔Two Years - ✔✔If no set policy is in place, media engagement files should be kept
at least how long?
✔✔Press Kit - ✔✔Historical fact sheets, command team biographies, press releases &
fact sheets on issue/event/topic, and PA contact information are typical included in what
kit?
✔✔Public affairs guidance - ✔✔This guidance provides talking points, command
messages, Q&A and spell out roles & responsibilities.
✔✔After Action Reports - ✔✔Provides statistical information & lessons learned to shape
future engagements.
✔✔Other files that should be kept to assist with answering questions. - ✔✔Background
information on weapon system & equipment
ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔On the record - ✔✔Everything that is said during a media visit should be considered
__ the ___.
✔✔15-20 seconds for on-camera interviews - ✔✔How long should the SME's effective
response be?
✔✔Power, location and audio - ✔✔This should be considered when preparing for a
media visit using electronic media.
✔✔ Media Contact List - ✔✔A short, detailed, summary of all mass media in your area.
This list should be organized into specific groups.
✔✔Each media outlet should include (list): - ✔✔Name and affiliation
Complete POC (email, mailing address, phone numbers)
✔✔Two Years - ✔✔If no set policy is in place, media engagement files should be kept
at least how long?
✔✔Press Kit - ✔✔Historical fact sheets, command team biographies, press releases &
fact sheets on issue/event/topic, and PA contact information are typical included in what
kit?
✔✔Public affairs guidance - ✔✔This guidance provides talking points, command
messages, Q&A and spell out roles & responsibilities.
✔✔After Action Reports - ✔✔Provides statistical information & lessons learned to shape
future engagements.
✔✔Other files that should be kept to assist with answering questions. - ✔✔Background
information on weapon system & equipment
