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Which organization is responsible for accrediting higher education institutions in the Middle States?

• New England Commission of Higher Education

• Middle States Commission on Higher Education

• Higher Learning Commission

• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

The role of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) is to:

• accredit higher education institutions directly.

• oversee the accreditation process and ensure quality standards.

• provide funding for higher education institutions.

• develop curriculum for higher education programs.

Which standard is for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents?

• NFPA 472

• NFPA 473

• NFPA 1001

• NFPA 1002

NFPA 1001 standardizes:

• Firefighter professional qualifications

• Building construction standards

• Electrical safety standards

• Emergency medical services

Which organization accredits junior colleges?

• Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges

• Western Association of Schools and Colleges

• Higher Learning Commission

• Middle States Commission on Higher Education

The NFPA 1003 standard is significant because it:

• sets the minimum job performance requirements for aircraft rescue and firefighting personnel.

• provides guidelines for electrical safety in the workplace.

• establishes standards for fire prevention in residential buildings.

• outlines procedures for hazardous material handling.

Which organization is associated with the Western region for accreditation?

• Western Association of Schools and Colleges

• New England Commission of Higher Education

• Middle States Commission on Higher Education

• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

The purpose of the NFPA 1005 standard is to:

• Ensure fire safety in residential buildings

• Provide guidelines for marine firefighting

• Regulate electrical installations

• Set standards for fire extinguishers

Which organization provides regional accreditation for the New England area?

• New England Commission of Higher Education

• Middle States Commission on Higher Education

• Higher Learning Commission

• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

The NFPA 473 standard is related to:

• Fire safety in buildings

• Emergency medical services personnel

• Electrical safety in the workplace

• Hazardous materials response