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Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 20mins
Preparedness is defined as actions taken to plan, organize, equip, train, and exercise to build and sustain the capabilities necessary to:
∘ __________________
∘ Protect against,
∘ Mitigate the effects of,
∘Respond to, and
∘Recover from those threats that pose the greatest risk.
Avert
Prevent
Predict
Deter
Preparedness does not have to be complex or overly time consuming. Rather, it should motivate, empower, and engage the whole community
True
False
The preparedness activities included in this program must be presented in an established sequence and without making any changes.
True
False
When facilitaing the preparedness activities, you should:
Make sure to stand behind the podium or a table to ensure credibility as a presenter
Read the materials verbatim so every session is consistent and uniform
Tailor the material with information on local hazards and community response resources
Avoid rehearsing so that the presentations feel spontaneous, relaxed, and informal
Select the FALSE statement from below:
Working with faith-based organizations, libraries, civic associations, schools, or government office buildings may help you have space for hosting the sections
Taking the photographs of preparedness sessions may be useful for promoting future sessions
Forming partnerships with other organizations or getting sponsorships from the business community can help defray some of the expenses for supplies, materials, and refreshments
Asking for participant feedback may cause a session to send on a negative note. Therefore, you should avoid asking for feedback.
Citizen Corps, an organization created to help coordinate volunteer activities, established four community preparedness principles. Select the missing Citizen Corps community preparedness principle
∘Collaboration
∘Integration
∘ ___________
∘Volunteer Service
Personal/Organizational Preparedness
Local Ordinances
Governmental Leadership
Incentives
According to a 2009 Citizen Corps national survey, what percentage of Americans have not prepared because they think that emergency responders will help them?
3%
9%
18%
29%
In a complex disaster, first responders and emergency workers are typically able to reach everyone within the first few hours.
True
False
Preparedness is the shared responsibility of all levels of government, the private and nonprofit sectors, and individual citizens.
True
False
When considering target audience needs, you should identify any accommodations that may be needed to adapt to your preparedness training for individuals with disabilities or language differences.
True
False
