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NIMS Guiding Principles and Resource Management, Exams of Botany and Agronomy

This document provides an overview of the key principles and components of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), with a focus on resource management. It covers the importance of standardization, unity of effort, and flexibility in incident response, as well as the three major NIMS components: communications, resource management, and command and coordination. The document delves into the four key resource management activities and discusses NIMS structures, the Incident Command System, and Emergency Operations Centers. It also highlights the principles of communications and information management, emphasizing security, interoperability, and resilience.

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Download NIMS Guiding Principles and Resource Management and more Exams Botany and Agronomy in PDF only on Docsity! NIMS IS-700 b Final Exam Questions and Answers. NIMS Guiding Principles - Correct Answer Flexibility Standardization Unity of Effort Flexibility - Correct Answer Allows NIMS to be scalable from routine, local incidents through those requiring interstate mutual aid up to those requiring Federal assistance Standardization - Correct Answer Supports interoperability among multiple organizations in incident response Standard Organizational Structures - Correct Answer Improve integration and connectivity among organizations Standard Practices - Correct Answer Allow incident personnel and organizations to work together effectively Common Terminology - Correct Answer Enables effective communication Unity of Effort - Correct Answer Enables organizations with jurisdictional authority or functional responsibilities to support each other while allowing each participating agency to maintain its own authority and accountability 3 Major Components of NIMS - Correct Answer 1. Resource Management 2. Command and Coordination 3. Communications and Information Management Resource Management - Correct Answer Standard mechanisms to systematics manage resources, including personnel, equipment, supplies, teams, and facilities, both before and during incidents in order to allow organizations to more effectively share resources when needed Command and Communication - Correct Answer Describes leadership roles, processes, and recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels and explains how these structures interact to manage incidents effectively and efficiently Communications and Information Management - Correct Answer Describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions 4 Key Activities of Resource Management Preparedness - Correct Answer 1. Identifying and typing resources 2. Qualifying, certifying, and credentialing personnel 3. Planning for resources 4. Acquiring, storing, and inventorying resources Typing: Capability - Correct Answer The resources capability to perform its function in one or more of the five mission areas: Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery Typing: Category - Correct Answer The function for a which a resource would be most useful (firefighting, law enforcement, health and medical) Typing: Kind - Correct Answer A broad characterization, such as personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities Typing: Type - Correct Answer A resources level of capability to perform its function based on size, power, capacity (for equipment), or experience and qualifications; Type 1 has greater capacity than Type 2, 3, or 4 Qualifying - Correct Answer Personnel meet the minimum established standards (including training, experience, physical and medical fitness) to fill specific positions Certification - Correct Answer Recognition from an AHJ or a third party that an individual has completed qualification for a position Credentialing - Correct Answer Documentation- typically an ID card or badge- that identifies personnel and verifies their qualifications for a particular position Identify Requirements (Resource Management) - Correct Answer Identify: 1. Type and quantity of resources needed 2. Location where resources should be sent 3. Who will receive and use resources Order and Acquire (RM) - Correct Answer Resource typing is designed for use here to ensure resources provided meet the mission needs Track and Report (RM) - Correct Answer -Tracks the location of resources -Helps staff prep to receive and use resources -Protects the safety and security of personnel, equipment, teams and facilities -Enables Resource coordination and movement Demobilization (RM) - Correct Answer The goal of demobilization is the orderly, safe, and efficient return of a resource to its original location and status Reimburse and Restock (RM) - Correct Answer 1. Establish and maintain the readiness of resources Incident Action Plan - Correct Answer Incident-specific plans improve situational awareness and describe the objective and tactics of the incident management Data Interoperability - Correct Answer Common communications protocols enable the dissemination of information among all incident management elements Which NIMS Management Characteristic includes documents that record and communicate incident objectives, tactics, and assignments for operations and support? - Correct Answer Incident Action Planning Which ICS structure enables different jurisdictions to jointly manage and direct incident activities with a single incident action plan? - Correct Answer Joint Information Center Which NIMS Management Characteristic follows established processes for gathering, analyzing, assessing, sharing, and managing data? - Correct Answer Information and Intelligence Management Which NIMS Management Characteristic involves using standardized names and definitions for major organizational functions and units? - Correct Answer Common Terminology Which resource management task enables resource coordination throughout the incident? - Correct Answer Track and Report Each ICS General Staff is led by a(n) ____________ who reports directly to the Incident Commander or Unified Command. - Correct Answer Section Chief The three NIMS guiding principles are: - Correct Answer Flexibility, standardization, unity of effort Which resource management task deploys or activates personnel and resources? A. Identify Requirements B. Track and Report C. Order and Acquire D. Mobilize - Correct Answer Mobilize Which of the following is an EOC function? A. Coordinating plans and determining resource needs B. All of the above C. Collecting, analyzing, and sharing information D. Providing coordination and policy direction - Correct Answer B. All of the above Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to the number of subordinates that directly report to a supervisor? A. Modular Organization B. Chain of Command and Unity of Command C. Management by Objectives D. Manageable Span of Control - Correct Answer D. Manageable Span of Control Ensuring the uninterrupted flow of information' describes which key communications and information systems principle? A. Reliability, Scalability, and Portability B. Security C. Interoperability D. Resilience and Redundancy - Correct Answer D. Resilience and Redundancy ; A. MAC Groups B. All Stakeholders C. Area Command D. Planning Section - Correct Answer B. All Stakeholders 17. Which NIMS Command and Coordination structures are offsite locations where staff from multiple agencies come together? A. Incident Command Structure (ICS) B. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) C. Joint Information System (JIS) D. MAC Group - Correct Answer B. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) 18. Incident Reports, such as Situation Reports and Status Reports enhance situational awareness and ensure that personnel can access needed information. A. TRUE B. FALSE - Correct Answer A. TRUE The Incident Action Plan is prepared by General Staff from which section? A. Operations B. Finance/Administration C. Planning D. Logistics - Correct Answer C. Planning The jurisdiction receiving mutual aid can ____________ resources if they do not meet its needs. A. Redirect B. Store C. Decline D. Disregard - Correct Answer C. Decline When an incident occurs or threatens, local emergency personnel manage response using NIMS principles and ICS. If the incident is or becomes large or complex, ________________. A. Federal authorities assist. B. Local EOCs activate. C. A Unified Command is established. D. Mutual Aid Agreements are executed. - Correct Answer B. Local EOCs activate. Which resource management activity identifies and verifies that personnel are qualified for a particular position? A. Qualifying B. Planning C. Certification D. Credentialing - Correct Answer D. Credentialing The need for ______________ can complicate information sharing among emergency personnel. A. confidentiality B. advanced equipment C. verified sources D. social media outlets - Correct Answer B. advanced equipment Which type of ICS facility is used to temporarily position and account for personnel, supplies, and equipment awaiting assignment? A. Incident Base B. Incident Command Post C. Camp D. Staging Area - Correct Answer D. Staging Area In NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted outside of incident response. A. TRUE B. FALSE - Correct Answer A. TRUE D. Integrated Communications - Correct Answer B. Information and Intelligence Management Which NIMS Management Characteristic allows units from diverse agencies to connect, share information, and achieve situational awareness? A. Incident Action Planning B. Information and Intelligence Management C. Integrated Communications D. Comprehensive Resource Management - Correct Answer C. Integrated Communications n NIMS, resource inventorying refers to preparedness activities conducted _________ (of) incident response. A. during B. outside C. with D. instead - Correct Answer B. outside Which EOC configuration allows personnel to function in the EOC with minimal preparation or startup time? A. ICS or ICS-like EOC structure B. Strategic Joint Command Structure C. Departmental Structure D. Incident Support Model (ISM) structure - Correct Answer C. Departmental Structure ICS provides a standardized approach to the command, control, and coordination of _______ emergency personnel. A. EOC B. non-activated C. On-scene D. Off-site - Correct Answer C. On-scene Regarding resource typing, which of the following characteristics are typically use to categorize resources? A. Capability B. Location C. Number available D. Color - Correct Answer A. Capability Which major NIMS Component describes recommended organizational structures for incident management at the operational and incident support levels? A. Resource Management B. Communications and Information Management C. Command and Coordination - Correct Answer C. Command and Coordination Which NIMS structure develops, recommends, and executes public information plans and strategies? A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) D. Joint Information System (JIS) - Correct Answer C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) EOCs receive senior level guidance from: A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Joint Information Center D. Joint Information System (JIS) - Correct Answer A. MAC Groups Full activation of an EOC can include personnel from assisting agencies. A. TRUE B. FALSE - Correct Answer A. TRUE Which NIMS structure makes cooperative multi-agency decisions? A. MAC Groups B. Incident Command System C. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) D. Joint Information System (JIS) - Correct Answer A. MAC Groups Which resource management task establishes and maintains the readiness of resources and ensures providers are paid in a timely manner? A. Reimburse and Restock B. Track and Report C. Mobilize D. Order and Acquire - Correct Answer A. Reimburse and Restock Which NIMS Management Characteristic helps to eliminate confusion caused by conflicting instructions? A. Chain of Command and Unity of Command B. Management by Objectives C. Information and Intelligence Management D. Accountability - Correct Answer A. Chain of Command and Unity of Command