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