#1
Which of the following is a key component of emergency preparedness?
Having a communication plan
ExplanationCommunication plan is essential in preparedness.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a phase of emergency management?
Crisis
ExplanationCrisis is not a phase in emergency management.
#3
Which of the following is an example of a technological tool used in emergency management?
Social media monitoring
ExplanationSocial media monitoring aids in emergency management.
#4
Which of the following is a responsibility of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in emergency management?
Coordinating emergency response efforts
ExplanationEOC coordinates emergency response.
#5
Which federal agency is responsible for leading the federal government's response to disasters?
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
ExplanationFEMA leads federal disaster response.
#6
Which agency is responsible for coordinating federal response efforts to major disasters and emergencies in the United States?
FEMA
ExplanationFEMA coordinates federal response efforts to disasters.
#7
What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS) in emergency management?
To ensure effective management of resources during emergencies
ExplanationICS ensures efficient resource management in emergencies.
#8
What does the term 'mitigation' refer to in emergency management?
The process of minimizing the impact of disasters
ExplanationMitigation minimizes disaster impact.
#9
What role does the private sector play in emergency management and preparedness coordination?
The private sector provides resources and expertise in emergency response and recovery.
ExplanationPrivate sector aids in emergency response.
#10
What is the purpose of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) in the United States?
To guide how the nation responds to all types of disasters and emergencies
ExplanationNIMS guides national disaster response.
#11
What is the purpose of the National Response Framework (NRF) in the United States?
To guide how the nation responds to all types of disasters and emergencies
ExplanationNRF guides national disaster response.
#12
What is the difference between a 'shelter in place' and an 'evacuation' order during an emergency?
Shelter in place means staying indoors, while evacuation means leaving the area.
ExplanationShelter in place stays indoors; evacuation leaves the area.
#13
What is the purpose of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) in the United States?
To conduct exercises to test and evaluate emergency plans
ExplanationHSEEP tests and evaluates emergency plans.
#14
What is the purpose of the Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) framework?
To guide communication during emergencies
ExplanationCERC framework guides emergency communication.