14 - Supporting Technologies Flashcards
Advanced technologies are absolutely necessary given the magnitude and complexity of responding to _______-______ incidents.
large-scale
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Large amounts of _____ are produced during an incident requiring sophisticated systems to effectively manage the scene and ensure responder safety.
data
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____________, _____________ systems to store, review, analyze, catalog, and communicate data are essential tools in NIMS.
Comprehensive, standardized
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The collection of information about a particular subject to create an action, process, tool, or result.
Research and Development (R&D)
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As threats against responders have become complicated by the possibility of _________ of ______ _________, tools and technologies must be developed and used to assist responders in reacting to such threats.
weapons of mass destruction
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The ongoing development of _______ and ___________ is necessary for improvement of NIMS.
science and technology
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Technology _______ must work together without interference.
systems
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Technology ________ allows organizations to enhance incident management and emergency response.
support
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Technology standards are essential to ensure ______________.
interoperability
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New NIMS technologies should meet _______-_______ requirements to facilitate all levels of response.
broad-based
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___________ measures regarding the use of current and new technologies are essential.
Performance
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_________ and ____________ of new NIMS technologies will be based on the operational needs of all users.
Research and development
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Organizations with long-standing interest or expertise on existing approaches to establish standards for equipment and systems. Examples include the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Standards development organizations (SDOs)
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