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WorksheetsUNIT 1 - CERTs are able to:
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
CERTs assist emergency services personnel when requested in accordance with ________ developed by the sponsoring agency and by area of training.
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
incident action plans (IAPs)
mutual aid agreements (MAAs)
emergency response guides (ERGs)
CERTs are able to assume some of the same functions as emergency services personnel following a ________. Fill in the blank.
disaster
holiday
celebration
parade
CERTs are able to prepare families and communities prior to emergencies and assist neighbors during an emergency when first responders are not ________ available. Fill in the blank.
immediately
rarely
always
sometimes
What is the topic of Unit 1 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Disaster Preparedness
Fire Safety
Medical Operations
Search and Rescue
What is the topic of Unit 2 in the CERT Basic Training course?
CERT Organization
Disaster Psychology
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Medical Operations
What is the topic of Unit 3 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Disaster Medical Operations, Part 1
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Light Search and Rescue Operations
Disaster Psychology
What is the topic of Unit 4 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Disaster Medical Operations, Part 2
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Light Search and Rescue Operations
Disaster Psychology
What is the topic of Unit 5 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Disaster Psychology
Fire Safety
Medical Operations
Search and Rescue
What is the topic of Unit 6 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Disaster Medical Operations
Search and Rescue Techniques
Emergency Communications
What is the topic of Unit 7 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Light Search and Rescue Operations
Disaster Medical Operations
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Terrorism and CERT
What is the topic of Unit 8 in the CERT Basic Training course?
Terrorism and CERT
Disaster Medical Operations
Fire Safety and Utility Controls
Search and Rescue Operations
The functions of CERT include which of the following?
Assisting in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery within the community
Providing only medical care in hospitals
Managing all law enforcement activities
Operating as a private security firm
The types of hazards most likely to affect communities include:
Natural disasters, technological accidents, and disease outbreaks
Only natural disasters like earthquakes and floods
Only man-made hazards like industrial accidents
Only health-related hazards like pandemics
Prepare yourself and your family for potential disasters your community may face, including learning to create a family disaster plan and emergency preparedness kit.
Learn to create a family disaster plan and emergency preparedness kit.
Ignore disaster warnings and hope for the best.
Rely only on emergency services for help.
Wait until a disaster happens to make a plan.
According to the slide 'Community Preparedness Roles', why is preparedness important for communities of all sizes across the Nation?
It is a key priority in lessening the impact of disasters
It is only important for large cities
It is not necessary for small towns
It only helps emergency responders
Fill in the blank: According to the slide 'Community Preparedness Roles', it is ______ that all community members take steps to prepare.
critical
optional
discouraged
unusual
According to the slide 'Community Preparedness Roles', preparedness is effective when it addresses unique attributes of the community and engages the ______ community.
whole
local
youth
elderly
Fill in the blank: One of the government's responsibilities is to ______, test, and refine emergency plans.
develop
ignore
delay
abandon
Which of the following is a responsibility of the government regarding emergency responders?
Ensure emergency responders have adequate skills and resources
Provide entertainment for citizens
Build new shopping centers
Organize sports events
The government is responsible for providing services to protect and assist citizens.
True
False
What does an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) assign to organizations and individuals?
Responsibility
Funding
Equipment
Training Schedules
What does an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) set forth?
Lines of authority
Evacuation routes for all disasters
Medical treatment protocols
Building maintenance schedules
What does an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) describe regarding people and property?
How people and property will be protected
Where emergency supplies are stored
Who is responsible for media interviews
The history of previous emergencies
What does an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) identify?
Personnel, equipment, facilities, supplies, and other resources
Only the financial resources available during an emergency
The daily routines of staff members
The architectural design of the facility
Community leaders have a responsibility to participate in community preparedness. Fill in the blank: One way they do this is to ________ on local collaborative planning council.
participate
observe
ignore
compete
Community leaders have a responsibility to participate in community preparedness. Fill in the blank: They should identify and integrate appropriate ________ into government plans.
resources
obstacles
complaints
delays
Community leaders have a responsibility to participate in community preparedness. Fill in the blank: They must ensure facilities, staff, and ________ served are prepared.
customers
vehicles
equipment
buildings
Fill in the blank: One responsibility of the public in disaster preparedness is to learn about community alerts, warnings, and ________ routes.
evacuation
shopping
scenic
delivery
Fill in the blank: The public should take ________ to be prepared for disasters.
training
risks
vacations
shortcuts
Fill in the blank: Practicing ________ and personal plans is an important action for the public in disaster preparedness.
skills
medicines
vehicles
buildings
Fill in the blank: The public should ________ and help others as part of disaster preparedness.
network
ignore
panic
isolate
Fill in the blank: Providing ________ to the community is a responsibility of the public in disaster preparedness.
feedback
funding
shelter
transportation
Fill in the blank: The public should report ________ activity as part of disaster preparedness.
suspicious
routine
joyful
expected
Fill in the blank: One way the public can help in disaster preparedness is to ________.
volunteer
ignore warnings
spread rumors
hoard supplies
wait for help
Fill in the blank: The Whole Community approach to emergency preparedness seeks to engage the full capacity of ________.
society
government agencies
first responders
businesses
Relationships and social connections are the foundation for a more resilient community that can bounce back after a disaster.
True
False
Fill in the blank: Community coalitions strengthen relationships and provide a ________ for organizing community preparedness efforts.
framework
barrier
excuse
obstacle
Preparedness requires active participation from _____.
all
teachers
students
authorities
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to get involved in preparedness?
Talk to friends and family about hazards
Ignore emergency planning
Ask about emergency planning outside the home
Make sure those in charge have a plan
CERT program provides training, practice, and _____ to others.
connection
punishment
confusion
delay
Participating in drills and exercises is a way to keep skills _____.
current
forgotten
outdated
unused
irrelevant
Talking to friends and family about volunteering is encouraged in CERT training.
True
False
Training provides skills needed to help others and keeps skills _____.
current
forgotten
outdated
unused
irrelevant
Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?
Earthquake
Hazardous material spill
Chemical attack
Nuclear power plant accident
Which type of disaster includes hazardous material spills and nuclear power plant accidents?
Natural
Technological & Accidental
Terrorism
Biological
Terrorism disasters can include which of the following?
Volcanic eruptions
Floods
Explosive weapons
Winter storms
Fill in the blank: Wildfires, floods, and hurricanes are examples of _______ disasters.
natural
man-made
technological
chemical
Fill in the blank: Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive weapons are examples of _______ disasters.
terrorism
natural
technological
environmental
Fill in the blank: One key disaster element is that they are relatively _________
unexpected
predictable
planned
scheduled
Fill in the blank: During disasters, emergency personnel may be _________
overwhelmed
relaxed
unconcerned
unaffected
Fill in the blank: Disasters endanger lives, health, and the _________.
environment
weather
calendar
music
Fill in the blank: To assess local hazard vulnerability, you should identify the most common _______ that occur.
disasters
celebrations
meetings
festivals
Fill in the blank: When considering local hazard vulnerability, identify possible hazards with the most _______ impact.
severe
minor
delayed
positive
Fill in the blank: To understand local hazard vulnerability, consider recent or _______ impacts.
historical
future
imaginary
seasonal
Fill in the blank: Identify susceptible _______ in the community for specific hazards.
locations
colors
vehicles
seasons
Fill in the blank: Consider what to expect from disruption of _______.
services
weather
colors
animals
According to the slide on Infrastructure Damage, who will address incidences of grave public safety?
Police
Firefighters
Engineers
Medical Staff
According to the slide on Infrastructure Damage, who will suppress major fires?
Firefighters
Police Officers
Paramedics
Engineers
According to the slide on Infrastructure Damage, who will handle life-threatening injuries?
EMS personnel
Construction workers
Utility company staff
Local business owners
Damage Related to Structure Type: You may not have opportunity to select type of structure when a disaster occurs.
True
False
Damage Related to Structure Type: Engineered buildings have performed well in most types of disasters.
True
False
Damage Related to Structure Type: Types of damage vary by ________.
structure
weather
location
material
Damage Related to Structure Type: There are differences in hazards and mitigation between single-family homes and ________.
multiple-unit dwellings
garages
playgrounds
shopping malls
Fill in the blank: One home hazard is gas line ruptures from water heaters or ranges displaced by ________, water, or wind.
shaking
fire
cold
sunlight
Fill in the blank: Damage from falling books, dishes, or other ________ contents is a home hazard.
cabinet
window
carpet
door
Fill in the blank: There is a risk of injury or electric shock from displaced ________ and office equipment.
appliances
books
curtains
windows
Fill in the blank: Fire from faulty wiring, overloaded plugs, and frayed ________ cords is a home hazard.
electrical
plastic
wooden
metal
According to the slide 'Preparing for a Disaster', you should know local hazards, alerts, warning systems, evacuation routes, and ________ plans.
sheltering
cooking
shopping
gardening
Which of the following is an important element of disaster preparedness according to the slide 'Preparing for a Disaster'?
A) Consider important elements of disaster preparedness
B) Ignore local hazards
C) Avoid evacuation routes
D) Disregard alerts
According to the slide 'Preparing for a Disaster', you should address specific needs for yourself and ______ you know.
people
pets
neighbors
strangers
Fill in the blank: One way to prepare for a disaster is to have the skills to evaluate the situation quickly and take effective action to ______ yourself.
protect
ignore
delay
confuse
Fill in the blank: It is important to have a family disaster plan and practice the plan with ______.
drills
books
computers
television
Fill in the blank: You should assemble supplies in ______ locations to be prepared for a disaster.
multiple
single
random
few
Fill in the blank: To reduce the impact of hazards, you should use ______ practices.
mitigation
hazardous
careless
dangerous
Fill in the blank: Get involved by participating in ______ and volunteer programs.
training
shopping
cooking
traveling
After disaster strikes, you will not have time to shop or search for supplies.
True
False
If you gather supplies in advance, you and your family will be better equipped for an evacuation or home confinement.
True
False
Many of the items needed for your disaster supply kits are already in your ________.
household
car
office
backpack
These items can be assembled in appropriate locations for quick access in an emergency but used under normal circumstances whenever needed.
True
False
Fill in the blank: When creating an escape plan, you should consider the needs of children and individuals with ______ and functional needs.
access
financial
nutritional
recreational
Which of the following should you do when making an escape plan?
Only inform yourself
Inform all family members or office coworkers of the plan
Keep the plan a secret
Only inform children
Fill in the blank: It is important to run practice ______ when preparing an escape plan.
escape drills
fireworks
picnics
meetings
What is the first step you should take according to the list of Protective Actions in disaster preparedness?
Assess situation
Evacuate immediately
Call emergency services
Take shelter
Wait for instructions
According to Protective Actions, what critical early decision must be made in disasters?
Decide to stay or change locations
Contact the media immediately
Wait for official instructions before acting
Gather all personal belongings before leaving
What should you seek to protect your breathing passages during a disaster?
Clean air
Heavy clothing
Open wounds
Loud noises
According to Protective Actions, what should you do if you are trapped by debris?
Protect from debris and signal if trapped
Try to move heavy debris yourself
Shout continuously for help
Ignore the situation and wait
What should be removed to ensure safety during a disaster, as per Protective Actions?
Contaminants
Furniture
Documents
Food supplies
What is an important hygiene practice mentioned in Protective Actions for disaster preparedness?
Practice good hygiene
Ignore hand washing
Share personal items
Eat uncovered food
What is the first step when sheltering in place by sealing a room?
Identify internal room
Open all windows
Turn off all lights
Call emergency services
How long should you expect to stay when sheltering in place by sealing a room?
Several hours
A few minutes
Several days
Indefinitely
When sheltering in place by sealing a room, what should you do with supplies?
Store supplies
Throw supplies away
Leave supplies outside
Hide supplies under furniture
How long might you need to stay when sheltering for an extended stay?
Several days or up to 2 weeks
A few hours only
Less than one day
No more than 30 minutes
What type of supplies should you store when sheltering for an extended stay?
Emergency supplies
Office supplies
Party supplies
Cleaning supplies
When going to a mass care or community shelter, what should you take with you?
3-day disaster kits
Board games and puzzles only
Formal evening wear
Pet goldfish in a bowl
What is mitigation? Fill in the blank: Mitigation is the reduction of loss of life and property by lessening the impact of _______ and includes any activity that prevents an emergency or reduces effects of hazards.
disasters
celebrations
festivals
holidays
CERT members should have adequate homeowners coverage. What additional insurance should be added if in a flood hazard area?
Earthquake insurance
Fire insurance
Flood insurance
Theft insurance
Fill in the blank: One structural mitigation measure is to ______ houses to foundations.
bolt
paint
decorate
move
Fill in the blank: To reinforce the roof, you should install trusses or ______ straps.
hurricane
plastic
wooden
metal
Fill in the blank: Strap ______ tanks and chimneys as a structural mitigation measure.
propane
water
oxygen
helium
Fill in the blank: Strap mobile homes to their ______.
slabs
walls
doors
roofs
