(FEMA 100) Introduction to Incident
Command System Exam Questions with
Correct Answers
the incident command system ICS and NIMS are the same and these terms can be used
interchangeably - Answer-false
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary - Answer-
true
ICS is a standardized on scene widely applicable approach to incident management - Answer-
true
"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
this is not a characteristic of an incident action plan (IAP) - 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 - Answer-false
in part comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to identify
requirements and acquire mobilize track and demobilize resources - Answer-true
integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness - 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 - Answer-false
Unity of Command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor - Answer-true
chain of command restricts personnel form communicating or sharing information outside their
organizational units - Answer-false
to promote accountability which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations - Answer-incident action plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. - Answer-planning
, Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities and has overall responsibility for the
incident. - Answer-incident command
ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations are activities are properly managed
coordinated and directed - Answer-intelligence/investigations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all
operational resources. - Answer-operations
monitors cost related to the incident. provides accounting procurement time recording and cost
analyses - Answer-finance/ administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives. -
Answer-logistics
the current incident commander should - Answer-provide a transfer-of-command briefing to the
new commander
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
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
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
establish objectives make assignments and order resources - Answer-incident command
collect analyze and disseminate information, synchronize public information messages,
establishing priorities among incidents - Answer-incident coordinaton
In advance of severe flooding, there is a need to get generators and communications equipment
to the Staging Areas to equip advance response teams. It's my responsibility to make sure the
needed equipment arrives at the Staging Areas. - Answer-logistics section chief
As the response is underway, my section tracks all personnel participating in the response. -
Answer-Planning Section Chief
My section conducts response activities such as search and rescue, and coordinates medical
services being provided to disaster survivors. - Answer-operations section chief
I support the incident response activities by overseeing contracting for needed supplies and
services that are not already available. - Answer-Finance/Administration Section Chief
Command System Exam Questions with
Correct Answers
the incident command system ICS and NIMS are the same and these terms can be used
interchangeably - Answer-false
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary - Answer-
true
ICS is a standardized on scene widely applicable approach to incident management - Answer-
true
"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
this is not a characteristic of an incident action plan (IAP) - 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 - Answer-false
in part comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to identify
requirements and acquire mobilize track and demobilize resources - Answer-true
integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness - 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 - Answer-false
Unity of Command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor - Answer-true
chain of command restricts personnel form communicating or sharing information outside their
organizational units - Answer-false
to promote accountability which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations - Answer-incident action plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. - Answer-planning
, Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities and has overall responsibility for the
incident. - Answer-incident command
ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations are activities are properly managed
coordinated and directed - Answer-intelligence/investigations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all
operational resources. - Answer-operations
monitors cost related to the incident. provides accounting procurement time recording and cost
analyses - Answer-finance/ administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives. -
Answer-logistics
the current incident commander should - Answer-provide a transfer-of-command briefing to the
new commander
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
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
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
establish objectives make assignments and order resources - Answer-incident command
collect analyze and disseminate information, synchronize public information messages,
establishing priorities among incidents - Answer-incident coordinaton
In advance of severe flooding, there is a need to get generators and communications equipment
to the Staging Areas to equip advance response teams. It's my responsibility to make sure the
needed equipment arrives at the Staging Areas. - Answer-logistics section chief
As the response is underway, my section tracks all personnel participating in the response. -
Answer-Planning Section Chief
My section conducts response activities such as search and rescue, and coordinates medical
services being provided to disaster survivors. - Answer-operations section chief
I support the incident response activities by overseeing contracting for needed supplies and
services that are not already available. - Answer-Finance/Administration Section Chief
