ICS 200 Questions and Correct
Detailed Answers
NIMS - Answer: National Incident Management System
ICS - Answer: Incident Command System
unity of command - Answer: means that each individual has a designated supervisor to whom they
report to at the scene of the incident.
Unified Command - Answer: allows agencies with different legal, geographic, and functional
authorities and responsibilities to work together effectively without affecting individual agency
authority, responsibility, or accountability.
chain of command - Answer: refers to the orderly line of authority within the ranks of the incident
management organization.
The command function must be clearly established from the beginning of an incident. When
command is transferred, the process must include: - Answer: A briefing that captures all essential
information for continuing safe and effective operations.
Scenario: Heavy rains have caused flash flooding throughout the municipality. Response actions have
begun with eight resources reporting to the Operations Section Chief (see the diagram). Is the
situation consistent with the NIMS Management Characteristic of Manageable Span of Control? -
Answer: no
Accountability means that incident personnel adhere to check-in/check-out, incident action
planning, unity of command, resource tracking, and other principles. - Answer: true
An Incident Action Plan is an oral or written plan containing objectives that address tactics and
support activities for the planned operational period. - Answer: true
In a major incident, personnel and equipment should be dispatched even without being requested. -
Answer: false
Detailed Answers
NIMS - Answer: National Incident Management System
ICS - Answer: Incident Command System
unity of command - Answer: means that each individual has a designated supervisor to whom they
report to at the scene of the incident.
Unified Command - Answer: allows agencies with different legal, geographic, and functional
authorities and responsibilities to work together effectively without affecting individual agency
authority, responsibility, or accountability.
chain of command - Answer: refers to the orderly line of authority within the ranks of the incident
management organization.
The command function must be clearly established from the beginning of an incident. When
command is transferred, the process must include: - Answer: A briefing that captures all essential
information for continuing safe and effective operations.
Scenario: Heavy rains have caused flash flooding throughout the municipality. Response actions have
begun with eight resources reporting to the Operations Section Chief (see the diagram). Is the
situation consistent with the NIMS Management Characteristic of Manageable Span of Control? -
Answer: no
Accountability means that incident personnel adhere to check-in/check-out, incident action
planning, unity of command, resource tracking, and other principles. - Answer: true
An Incident Action Plan is an oral or written plan containing objectives that address tactics and
support activities for the planned operational period. - Answer: true
In a major incident, personnel and equipment should be dispatched even without being requested. -
Answer: false
