#1
What is the recommended first step in emergency preparedness?
Creating an emergency plan
ExplanationEstablishing a foundational strategy for response actions.
#2
Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?
Earthquake
ExplanationAn earthquake is a geological event with widespread destructive potential.
#3
Which of the following is NOT typically included in an emergency supply kit?
Entertainment devices
ExplanationEntertainment devices are not essential for survival or emergency response.
#4
What is the purpose of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)?
To coordinate disaster response and recovery efforts
ExplanationOverseeing and organizing federal response activities during emergencies.
#5
Which phase of emergency management focuses on reducing the severity of disasters and their impacts?
Mitigation
ExplanationImplementing measures to minimize the adverse effects of potential disasters.
#6
Which organization is responsible for coordinating national emergency preparedness efforts in the United States?
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
ExplanationCentralizing and coordinating disaster response and recovery at a national level.
#7
What does the Incident Command System (ICS) provide during emergency response?
A structure for managing resources
ExplanationFacilitating efficient allocation and utilization of available resources.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a phase of emergency management?
Induction
ExplanationInduction is not recognized as a formal stage in emergency management processes.
#9
What is the main function of the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS)?
To stockpile medical supplies and equipment for emergency response
ExplanationMaintaining reserves of critical medical resources for rapid deployment in emergencies.
#10
Which agency is responsible for issuing warnings and alerts during national emergencies in the United States?
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
ExplanationProviding timely and accurate weather and hazard information to the public.
#11
What is the primary purpose of a National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC)?
To coordinate response efforts during national emergencies
ExplanationServing as a centralized hub for coordinating national-level emergency responses.
#12
What is the primary purpose of a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)?
To ensure essential functions can continue during emergencies
ExplanationMaintaining operational capabilities despite disruptive events.
#13
What is the primary function of the National Response Framework (NRF)?
To coordinate federal response to disasters and emergencies
ExplanationEstablishing a unified approach to national disaster response.