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." IIs this common terminology - ANSWER No
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.
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 from 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
Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources - ANSWER Incident Command
Collect, analyze, and disseminate information - ANSWER Incident Coordination
Synchronize public information messages - ANSWER Coordination
Establishing priorities among incidents - ANSWER Coordination
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
As the response is underway, my section tracks all personnel participating in the response. - ANSWER
Planning
My section conducts response activities such as search and rescue, and coordinates medical services
being provided to disaster survivors. - ANSWER Operations
I support the incident response activities by overseeing contracting for needed supplies and services that
are not already available. - ANSWER Logistics
Throughout the incident and during the after-action review process, the reports that we develop will be
very useful. - ANSWER Planning
You are an American Red Cross Disaster Program Specialist in charge of teams trained to help in
sheltering displaced persons. You have been notified by your office to be prepared to deploy to conduct