IS-0100 EXAM WITH ALL CORRECT &
VERIFIED ANSWERS (UPDATED TO PASS)
1. The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used
interchangeably. Correct answer-False
2. ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. Correct
answer-True
3. ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. Correct
answer-True
Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2."
Does this statement comply with the NIMS Management Characteristic of common terminology?
Correct answer-No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? Correct answer-It focuses
on previous operational periods in order to provide lessons learned.
1. Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an unlimited amount of
resources. Correct answer-False
2. In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to identify
requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources. Correct answer-True
3. Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. Correct answer-True
1. Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be established until
after the Incident Action Plan has been developed. Correct answer-False
2. Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. Correct answer-True
3. Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information outside their
organizational units. Correct answer-False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations? Correct answer-Incident Action Plan
1. Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. Correct answer-Planning
2. Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for the
incident. Correct answer-Incident command
3. Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly managed,
coordinated, and directed. Correct answer-inteligence/investogators
4. Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all operational
resources. Correct answer-Operations
, 5. Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time recording, and cost
analyses. Correct answer-Finance/Administration
6. Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives.
Correct answer-Logistics
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: Correct answer-Provide a transfer-of-command briefing
to the new Commander
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Safety
Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Liaison Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Public Information Officer
1. Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources Correct answer-Incident Command
2. Collect, analyze, and disseminate information Correct answer-Incident Coordination
3. Synchronize public information messages Correct answer-Incident Coordination
4. Establishing priorities among incidents Correct answer-Incident Coordinations
Statement: 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. Correct answer-Logistics Section Chief
Statement: As the response is underway, my section tracks all personnel participating in the
response. Correct answer-Planning Section Chief
Statement: My section conducts response activities such as search and rescue, and coordinates
medical services being provided to disaster survivors. Correct answer-Operations Section Chief
VERIFIED ANSWERS (UPDATED TO PASS)
1. The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can be used
interchangeably. Correct answer-False
2. ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign dignitary. Correct
answer-True
3. ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident management. Correct
answer-True
Statement: "This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2."
Does this statement comply with the NIMS Management Characteristic of common terminology?
Correct answer-No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? Correct answer-It focuses
on previous operational periods in order to provide lessons learned.
1. Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an unlimited amount of
resources. Correct answer-False
2. In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms used to identify
requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize resources. Correct answer-True
3. Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. Correct answer-True
1. Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be established until
after the Incident Action Plan has been developed. Correct answer-False
2. Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to only one
designated supervisor. Correct answer-True
3. Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing information outside their
organizational units. Correct answer-False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating response
operations? Correct answer-Incident Action Plan
1. Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources, collecting/analyzing
information, and maintaining documentation. Correct answer-Planning
2. Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall responsibility for the
incident. Correct answer-Incident command
3. Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly managed,
coordinated, and directed. Correct answer-inteligence/investogators
4. Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and directs all operational
resources. Correct answer-Operations
, 5. Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time recording, and cost
analyses. Correct answer-Finance/Administration
6. Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the incident objectives.
Correct answer-Logistics
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: Correct answer-Provide a transfer-of-command briefing
to the new Commander
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Safety
Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Liaison Officer
nstructions: Read the statement and decide which member of the Command Staff is being described.
Scroll to see all of the choices. Click the circle to the left of the Command Staff member to select your
answer, then click Check.
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. Correct answer-Public Information Officer
1. Establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources Correct answer-Incident Command
2. Collect, analyze, and disseminate information Correct answer-Incident Coordination
3. Synchronize public information messages Correct answer-Incident Coordination
4. Establishing priorities among incidents Correct answer-Incident Coordinations
Statement: 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. Correct answer-Logistics Section Chief
Statement: As the response is underway, my section tracks all personnel participating in the
response. Correct answer-Planning Section Chief
Statement: My section conducts response activities such as search and rescue, and coordinates
medical services being provided to disaster survivors. Correct answer-Operations Section Chief
