chapter-5 Flashcards
Air Force members must understand how the AirForce Emergency Management (AFEM) Program dealswith what four events? (103)
I) Major accidents; 2) terrorist use of Chemical, Biological,Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosive (CBRNE)material; 3) CBRNE enemy attack; and 4) natural disasters.
The Air Force Emergency Management (AFEM)Program describes the Air Force’s approach to planning,organizing, training and equipping personnel, and protectingmission-critical infrastructures. How does it helpcommanders? (103)
It I) provides guidance to help develop an all-hazards approachto physical threats; and 2) captures the complete incidentresponse cycle from planning to response and recovery.
The Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) uses the installation Disaster Response Force(DRF) structure for all emergency responses. What doesit consist of? (103)
The crisis action team, Command Post (CP), EmergencyCommunications Center (ECC), Emergency Operations Center(EOC), Incident Commander (IC), first responders, emergencyresponders, Unit Control Centers (UCC), and specializedteams.
How does the Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) planning process help commanders? (103)
It enables them to achieve unity of effort, effectively useresources and identify shortfalls.
The Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) aligns Emergency Management (EM) planningand response with Homeland Security Presidential Directive5 (HSPD-5), Management of Domestic Incidents;the National Incident Management system (NIMS); andthe __ . (103)
National Response Framework (NRF).
The Air Force Incident Management System (AFIMS) provides fixed response options to organizefield-level operations for a broad spectrum of emergencies.T/F (103)
False. (Response options are scalable and flexible.)
The Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) provides a single, comprehensive approach tomanaging domestic incidents. It incorporates nationallevel and __ guidance while preserving the uniquemilitary requirements of the expeditionary Air Force.(103)
Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).
The Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) includes a set of concepts and principles. Whatsix areas does it cover? (103)
1) The Incident Command System; 2) Disaster ResponseForce (DRF); 3) common terminology; 4) common technologies;5) training; and 6) resource management.
What are the five phases of incident management?(103)
I) Prevention; 2) preparedness; 3) response; 4) recovery; and5) mitigation.
What is provided by the Air Force Incident ManagementSystem’s (AFIMS) phases of incident management?(103)
The framework for the installation Disaster Response Force(DRF) to respond to Emergency Management (EM) incidentsand events.
The Air Force Incident Management System(AFIMS) conducts intelligence collection and analysis,active defense and safety mishap investigations in the__ phase of incident management. (104)
Prevention. (Other activities include proliferation, fire, diseaseand contamination prevention.)
What actions are included in the preparedness phaseof incident management? (104)
1) Planning; 2) training, exercises and evaluations; 3) identifyingaugmented manpower needs; and 4) reviewing ExpeditionarySupport Plans (ESP).
The __ phase of incident management includesdeploying the Disaster Response Force (DRF), executingthe Installation Emergency Management Plan (IEMP)10-2, and activating the installation notification andwarning system. (104)
Response.
The recovery phase of incident management includes,as a minimum, casualty treatment, UnexplodedOrdnance (UXO) sating, personnel decontamination,airfield damage repair and facility restoration. When dothese actions begin? (104)
As soon as possible (to sustain crucial missions and restorenormal operations).
The mitigation phase of incident management occursonly after all other phases are implemented. T/F (104)
False. (It is an ongoing process to reduce or eliminate risk orlessen the effects of an incident and is part of every phase.)
What incidents are categorized as major accidents?(104)
Incidents involving hazardous material, aircraft, ammunition,explosives, transportation, facility emergencies and industrialaccidents.
AFI __ defines a major accident as one involvingDoD materiel or DoD activities, and warranting responseby the installation Disaster Response Force (DRF). (104)
AFI 10-2501, Air Force Emergency Management (EM) ProgramPlanning and Operations.
A major accident involves one or more of what sixfactors? (104)
I) Hazardous substances such as radioactive materials, ToxicIndustrial Chemicals and Materials (TIC/TIM) and Chemical,Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosive(CBRNE) weapons; 2) explosives; 3) Class A mishaps;4) extensive property damage; 5) grave risk of injury ordeath to installation personnel or the public; and/or 6) adversepublic reaction.
Which military operation will respond to a majoraccident, unless otherwise directed by the MAJCOM orthe Air Force Operations Center? (104)
The military installation nearest to the scene (regardless ofsize), known as the initial-response base.
After alerting others in the immediate area and reportinga major accident, what should witnesses to anaccident do? (104)
I) Stay uphill and upwind; 2) avoid inhaling fumes, smokeor vapors; 3) attempt to rescue and care for casualties; 4)avoid handling any material or component involved in the accident; and 5) evacuate the area ifrescue or containment isimpractical, or if directed to evacuate.
What must installations be prepared to do duringnatural disasters or severe weather? (105)
Adequately warn and notify personnel, as well as implementprotective measures and recovery operations.
In what ways do emergency conditions created bynatural disasters and severe weather vary widely? (105)
In scope, urgency and extent of damage.
The installation commander will provide emergencyresponse and recovery operations during natural disasters.Give some examples of natural disasters. (105)
Severe weather events (tornadoes, floods, storms, etc.), tsunamis,earthquakes, fires, volcanoes and disease outbreaks.
What actions should you take when a natural disasteror an incident affecting the base is imminent or inprogress? (105)
Listen for a 3- to 5-minute steady or wavering siren, keep theradio or television on and listen for instructions from localauthorities and weather updates, and use the telephone onlyfor emergencies.
What does a 3- to 5-minute steady tone on the sirenor a voice announcement indicate? What actions are requiredupon hearing it? (105-Fig-105-Note)
A disaster/incident affecting the base is imminent or in progress.Be aware, ensure all personnel are warned and followinstructions to take cover and evacuate or take shelter. Thesenior ranking person must conduct personnel accountability.
What does a 3- to 5-minute wavering tone on thesiren or a voice announcement indicate? What actionsare required upon hearing it? (105-Fig-105-Note)
An attack/hostile act is imminent or in progress. Be alert,ensure all personnel are warned, implement appropriate securitymeasures and follow instructions to take cover, evacuateor take shelter. The senior ranking person must conduct personnelaccountability.
How is the alarm signal “all clear” signaled? Whatdoes it mean? (105-Fig)
A voice announcement. The immediate disaster threat hasended or the attack is over.
What should personnel do once the alarm signal “allclear” has been signaled? (105-Fig)
Remain alert for secondary hazards, account for all personneland report fires, injuries, hazards and damage.
During wartime or combat operations, passive defenseare initiated according AFMAN 10-2503, Operationsin a Chemical, Biological, Radiological and HighYieldExplosive (CBRNE) Environment as the installationcommander directs. T/F (105-Note)
True.
Each installation must develop plans and policies forresponding to natural and technological disasters. T/F(106)
True.
What is the vehicle for installation preparation andresponse to natural and technological disasters? (106)
The Installation Emergency Management Plan (IEMP) 10-2.
All installations should address shelter planning incase a natural disaster occurs. T/F (106)
True.
When it comes to sheltering personnel in the event ofa natural disaster, when may shelter-in-place proceduresbe required? (106)
In the event of a natural disaster, when the type or extent ofthe hazard is unknown or when evacuation would be dangerous.
Installation Emergency Management Plan (IEMP)staff will direct personnel to an installation shelter followinga natural disaster. T/F (106)
False. (Personnel need to know their shelter location andprocedures.)
What are three steps you can take to prepare for,and cope with, natural disasters? (106)
1) Take time to think, then act according to the situation; 2)prepare ahead; and 3) develop emergency plans to reduceinjury, loss oflife and property damage.
Who should you contact for guidance on preparingfor a natural disaster? (106)
The installation readiness and emergency management flight,or v1s1t the Air Force “Be Ready” website(http://www.beready.a£mil/), as well as the Air Force Portal.
- What are four outcomes of chemical attack? (106)
It 1) achieves surprise; 2) can cause mass casualties that hinder the momentum of operations; 3) disrupts command, controland communications; and 4) degrades warfighting potential.
What Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear(CBRN) threats can cause lethal, disabling, contagiousor noncontagious casualties? (106)
Biological threats.
Nuclear threats within any theater of war only involvethe exchange of strategic nuclear weapons. T/F(106)
False. (They can exist without it.)
Widely available Toxic Industrial Materials (TIM)and Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TIC) are potential toolsfor____ attacks against air bases. (106)
Asymmetric.
Conventional attack threats only exist where threatsof Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear(CBRN) attack exist. T/F (106)
False. (They may be present where CBRN threats do notexist.)
Give examples of conventional weapons. (106)
Rockets, mortars, missiles and bombs.
The first few moments of a conventional attack oftendetermine your survival. What are the most effectiveIndividual Protection Equipment (IPE) for a conventionalattack? (106)
The helmet and personal body armor.
What are the three phases of attack? (106-108)
1) Attack preparation (from now until hostilities begin); 2)attack response (attack is imminent or in progress); and 3)attack recovery (after or between attacks when the installationassesses damage and repairs mission-critical facilities).