Emergency Management Quiz

What is the purpose of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP)?

• To provide training for emergency responders

• To establish an efficient organizational structure and procedures for response

• To conduct risk assessment for potential emergencies

• To manage financial aspects of an emergency

What are the three tiers of response in Emergency Management?

• Emergency Response, Emergency Management, Crisis Management

• Immediate Response, Tactical Response, Strategic Response

• Prevention, Preparedness, Response

• Mitigation, Recovery, Reconstruction

What is the purpose of the Incident Command System (ICS)?

• To provide a model for command and control during a response

• To develop long-term strategies for emergency management

• To handle media relations during a crisis

• To assess the financial impact of an incident

What is the role of the Safety Officer in the Emergency Management Team (EMT)?

• Address human resource issues for response personnel

• Organize public affairs activities associated with response operations

• Manage financial and administrative aspects of response

• Provide expertise on safety issues during response operations

What is the purpose of a Unified Command in Emergency Management?

• To establish a common set of incident objectives and strategies

• To provide overall management direction for the media

• To manage financial and administrative aspects of response

• To develop long-term strategies for emergency management

What is the main responsibility of the Operations Section Chief in the ICS?

• Manage and supervise financial and administrative aspects of response

• Organize and manage all public affairs activities

• Obtain personnel, equipment, and supplies needed for response operations

• Provide strategic direction and support to On-Scene Commander

What is the purpose of the Incident Action Plan (IAP)?

• To manage financial and administrative aspects of response

• To develop long-term strategies for emergency management

• To provide training for emergency responders

• To establish control and successfully deal with incidents/emergencies

What is the role of the Liaison Officer in the Emergency Management Team (EMT)?

• Manage and supervise financial and administrative aspects of response

• Address human resource issues for response personnel

• Provide expertise on safety issues during response operations

• Organize and manage government and community affairs activities

What is the purpose of the Initial Holding Statement in Media Handling?

• Centralize information flow and prevent spread of harmful rumors

• Provide training for media personnel during a crisis

• Manage financial and administrative aspects of media relations

• Develop long-term strategies for media management

What should be included in a Hand Over Certificate during an emergency?

• Media relations, Public affairs, Government affairs, Humanitarian assistance

• Financial aspects of response, Legal issues, Human resource issues, Crisis management

• Risk assessment, Response strategies, Emergency response organization, Notification procedures

• Briefing by OSC/Incident Commander, Hand over command, Current organization, Resource assignments