IS-200.B - ICS FOR SINGLE RESOURCES AND
INITIAL ACTION INCIDENTS
major components make up the NIMS systems approach. Correct answer-a. Five
Command and Management. NIMS standard incident command structures are based on three key
organizational systems: Correct answer-a. ICS, Multiagency Coordination Systems, Public
Information
defines the operating characteristics, interactive management components, and structure of incident
management and emergency response organizations engaged throughout the life cycle of an
incident. Correct answer-a. ICS
These systems define the operating characteristics, interactive management components, and
organizational structure of supporting incident management entities engaged at the Federal, State,
local, tribal, and regional levels through mutual aid agreements and other assistance arrangements.
Correct answer-a. Multiagency Coordination Systems
refers to processes, procedures, and systems for communicating timely and accurate information to
the public during crisis or emergency situations. Correct answer-a. Public Information
The five major components that make up the NIMS system approach are as follows: Correct
answer-(1)Command and Management,
(2)Preparedness,
(3)Resource Management,
(4)Communications and Information Management, (5) Ongoing Management and Maintenance.
Unity of command means that each individual involved in incident operations will be assigned - and
will report to how many supervisors? Correct answer-to only one supervisor.
Chain of command and unity of command help to ensure that clear reporting relationships exist and
eliminate the confusion caused by: Correct answer-a. multiple, conflicting directives.
Unity of command clears up many of the potential communication problems encountered in
managing incidents or events because each individual maintains __________ communication
relationship only with his or her immediate supervisor. Correct answer-a. a formal
Is Unity of command synonymous with Unified Command. Correct answer-No they are different
concepts.
Unified Command enables all responsible agencies to manage an incident together by establishing a
common set of incident objectives and strategies, additionally is allows what? Correct answer-
Allows Incident Commanders to make joint decisions by establishing a single command structure at
one Incident Command Post (ICP).
Maintains unity of command. Each employee reports to only one supervisor.
Advantages of using Unified Command include: Correct answer-A single set of objectives.
A collective approach to develop strategies.
, Improved Information flow and coordination.
All agencies understand joint priorities and restrictions.
No agency's legal authorities will be compromised or neglected.
Agencies' efforts are optimized as they perform their respective assignments under a single Incident
Action Plan.
Formal communications follow the lines of authority. However, how can information concerning
incident or event can be passed? Correct answer-Information can be passed horizontally or
vertically within the organization without restriction.
communication must be used when: Receiving and giving work assignments, Requesting support or
additional resources, Reporting progress of assigned tasks. Correct answer-a. Formal
__________________ Communication: Is used to exchange incident or event information only. Is
NOT used for: Formal requests for additional resources, Tasking work assignments. Correct answer-
Informal
Within the ICs organization, critical information must do what? Correct answer-flow freely!
The Communications Unit Leader may directly contact the Resources Unit Leader to determine the
number of persons requiring communications devices. This is a form of what type of
communication? Correct answer-b. Informal Communication
Receiving and giving work assignments; Requesting support or additional resources; Reporting
progress of assigned tasks, are all example of what type of communication ? Correct answer-
Formal Communication
The Cost Unit Leader may directly discuss and share information on alternative strategies with the
Planning section Chief. This is a form of what type of communication? Correct answer-Informal
Communication
Common Leadership Responsibilities: A person who communicates by giving specific instructions and
asking for feedback; supervises the scene of action; evaluates the effectiveness of the plan;
understands and accepts the need to modify plans or instructions, is referred to as? Correct
answer-a good leader
What is the first duty of ICS Leadership? Correct answer-21. The safety of all personnel involved in
an incident or a planned event.
What should you know in order to maintain leadership and respect Correct answer-Know your
subordinates and look out for their well-being. The workers who follow you are your greatest
resource. Not all of your workers will succeed equally, but they all deserve respect.
Keep your subordinates and supervisor informed. Provide accurate and timely briefings, and give the
reason (intent) for assignments and tasks.
INITIAL ACTION INCIDENTS
major components make up the NIMS systems approach. Correct answer-a. Five
Command and Management. NIMS standard incident command structures are based on three key
organizational systems: Correct answer-a. ICS, Multiagency Coordination Systems, Public
Information
defines the operating characteristics, interactive management components, and structure of incident
management and emergency response organizations engaged throughout the life cycle of an
incident. Correct answer-a. ICS
These systems define the operating characteristics, interactive management components, and
organizational structure of supporting incident management entities engaged at the Federal, State,
local, tribal, and regional levels through mutual aid agreements and other assistance arrangements.
Correct answer-a. Multiagency Coordination Systems
refers to processes, procedures, and systems for communicating timely and accurate information to
the public during crisis or emergency situations. Correct answer-a. Public Information
The five major components that make up the NIMS system approach are as follows: Correct
answer-(1)Command and Management,
(2)Preparedness,
(3)Resource Management,
(4)Communications and Information Management, (5) Ongoing Management and Maintenance.
Unity of command means that each individual involved in incident operations will be assigned - and
will report to how many supervisors? Correct answer-to only one supervisor.
Chain of command and unity of command help to ensure that clear reporting relationships exist and
eliminate the confusion caused by: Correct answer-a. multiple, conflicting directives.
Unity of command clears up many of the potential communication problems encountered in
managing incidents or events because each individual maintains __________ communication
relationship only with his or her immediate supervisor. Correct answer-a. a formal
Is Unity of command synonymous with Unified Command. Correct answer-No they are different
concepts.
Unified Command enables all responsible agencies to manage an incident together by establishing a
common set of incident objectives and strategies, additionally is allows what? Correct answer-
Allows Incident Commanders to make joint decisions by establishing a single command structure at
one Incident Command Post (ICP).
Maintains unity of command. Each employee reports to only one supervisor.
Advantages of using Unified Command include: Correct answer-A single set of objectives.
A collective approach to develop strategies.
, Improved Information flow and coordination.
All agencies understand joint priorities and restrictions.
No agency's legal authorities will be compromised or neglected.
Agencies' efforts are optimized as they perform their respective assignments under a single Incident
Action Plan.
Formal communications follow the lines of authority. However, how can information concerning
incident or event can be passed? Correct answer-Information can be passed horizontally or
vertically within the organization without restriction.
communication must be used when: Receiving and giving work assignments, Requesting support or
additional resources, Reporting progress of assigned tasks. Correct answer-a. Formal
__________________ Communication: Is used to exchange incident or event information only. Is
NOT used for: Formal requests for additional resources, Tasking work assignments. Correct answer-
Informal
Within the ICs organization, critical information must do what? Correct answer-flow freely!
The Communications Unit Leader may directly contact the Resources Unit Leader to determine the
number of persons requiring communications devices. This is a form of what type of
communication? Correct answer-b. Informal Communication
Receiving and giving work assignments; Requesting support or additional resources; Reporting
progress of assigned tasks, are all example of what type of communication ? Correct answer-
Formal Communication
The Cost Unit Leader may directly discuss and share information on alternative strategies with the
Planning section Chief. This is a form of what type of communication? Correct answer-Informal
Communication
Common Leadership Responsibilities: A person who communicates by giving specific instructions and
asking for feedback; supervises the scene of action; evaluates the effectiveness of the plan;
understands and accepts the need to modify plans or instructions, is referred to as? Correct
answer-a good leader
What is the first duty of ICS Leadership? Correct answer-21. The safety of all personnel involved in
an incident or a planned event.
What should you know in order to maintain leadership and respect Correct answer-Know your
subordinates and look out for their well-being. The workers who follow you are your greatest
resource. Not all of your workers will succeed equally, but they all deserve respect.
Keep your subordinates and supervisor informed. Provide accurate and timely briefings, and give the
reason (intent) for assignments and tasks.
