Emergency Response Plan Flashcards by Justin Wood

What is LCAN?

Location, Conditions , Actions, Needs

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Regarding an incident involving fires, chemical or hazardous, materials, releases, explosions, or natural disasters, a HFD senior commander will likely be designated as the IC. A ____ will act in a unified command capacity with the fire official.

A. Senior police supervisor
B. Lieutenant
C. Commander
D. Senior police officer

A. Senior Police Supervisor

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The ___ is a concerted national effort to reduce America’s vulnerability to terrorism, major disasters, other emergency incidents.

A. National Incident Management System (NIMS)
B. National Response Framework (NFR)
C. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
D. Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS)

B. National Response Framework (NFR)

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As many as ___ branches can be assigned under the operation section, with divisions and/ or groups assigned to each.

A. Three
B. Five
C. Seven
D. Nine

B. Five

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Regarding a partial mobilization, the IC (usually a __ rank or above), may order a partial mobilization.

A. commander
B. assistant Chief
C. Lieutenant
D. Executive Assistant Chief

A. Commander

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Hurricane annex

In accordance with the department’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), an alternate
DOC location is available at ____.

A. George R Brown
B. North
C. Southeast
D. HEC

B. North

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Annex E, Hazmat

HPD will complete an incident report for a chemical or hazardous materials release.
If the incident involves a motor vehicle crash, who will complete the offense and crash report?

A. TED
B. VCD
C. Patrol division
D. CID

A. TED

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A contingency of HPD’s Special Response Group (SRG) officers have received and are trained in the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This is to assist the local health authority in providing quarantine order control measures. [Annex G, p. 71

A. Level D
B. Level A
C. Level B
D. Level C

C. Level B

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Under the Texas Health and Safety Code,_______ is authorized to proclaim an emergency which restricts assemblage on public and/or private property, to impose a curfew, and to control public and private transportation in the affected area as is necessary to preserve and maintain life and health.
[Annex I, p. 1]

A. Governor of Texas
B. Local Health Authority (LHA)
C. Mayor of Houston
D. Chief of Police

A. Governor of Texas

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Who has been designated as the Pandemic Plan Manager (PPM) by the Chief of Police? [Annex J, p. 11]

A. the commander of Special Operations Division
B. the Deputy Director of Planning
C. the Captain of Legal Services
D. the Executive Assistant Chief of Field Operations

A. The Commander of the Special Operations Division

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The Commander of Special Operations Division will be responsible for all of the following duties during a pandemic, EXCEPT: [Annex I, p. 16]

A. designating the Special Point of Contact (SPOC) for pandemic related emergency assistance reparations from both federal and state funding sources
B. coordinate the overall planning and implementation of the protective measures required to safeguard HPD
employees (i.e. roll call videos)
C. ensure the Catastrophic Planning Unit (CPU) coordinates with the Training Division for the development and dissemination of Roll Call videos (i.e. universal pandemic precautions)
D. ensure the staffing of the EOC and Incident Command Post, if activated, are staffed to provide situational awareness and documentation of the emergency response

A. designating the Special Point of Contact (SPOC) for pandemic related emergency assistance reparations from both federal and state funding sources

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During a pandemic or other emergency staffing situation, all divisions will: [Annex J, p. 10-11

A. identity required staffing and lines of succession within each unit to manage operations
B. maintain normal operations unless otherwise specified
C. close the Red Book and cancel already scheduled time off, if necessary
D. reassign staff to other critical tasks, as needed

A. identity required staffing and lines of succession within each unit to manage operations

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The Executive Assistant Chief of Support Operations will ensure each patrol division has trained pandemic managers on each shift. During a pandemic, the pandemic managers will report absences daily to both _____ and to Budget and Finance. [Annex 1, p. 13]
A. the DOC and/or the CC
B. the PPM
C. Employee Services Division
D. City of Houston Human Resources Division

A. The DOC and/or the CC

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_________ Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) is a work uniform/uniform and is used for nuisance contamination only.
[Annex G, p. 61

A. Level D
B. Level A
C. Level B
D. Level C

A. Level D

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Regarding a radiological or nuclear incident and decontamination, specifically a radiological decontamination operation, separating a victim from their clothing, can remove what percentage of a radiological contaminant?

A. 25-35%
B. 45-55%
C. 65-75%
D. 85-95%

D. 85-95%

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Regarding police employee and family shelter operations, during emergencies and or disasters, HPD is prepared to provide shelter for up to __ police employees and their family members

A. 600
B. 1200
C. 2400
D. 4800

B. 1200

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___________ requires effective and efficient coordination across many agencies and activities.

A. NIMS
B. ICS
C. Unified Command
D. NRF

C. Unified Command

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The National Integration Center set forth objectives for the implementation of the NIMS/ICS model. FEMA established _____ objectives organizations must use to fully implement the NIMS/ICS model.

A. 15
B. 22
C. 28
D. 31

C. 28

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The ICS incorporates ____________ objectives to ensure incident management goals are met.

A. Clearly defined
B. Measurable
C. Complex
D. Simplistic

B. Measurable

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The ICS relies on an ______ and/or _____ as a coherent means to communicate the overall incident objectives in the context of both operational and support activities.

A. IAP, EAP
B. Goals, standards
C. IC, ICS
D. None of the above

A. IAP/EAP

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A Resource Unit Leader or a Situational Unit leader may be assigned to the ____________ to record all incoming personnel and equipment.

A. CP
B. Staging
C. Receiving
D. Logistics Branch

B. Staging

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The Area Command would oversee multiple _____________.

A. Tactical Teams
B. Operational Units
C. Incidents Management Teams
D. Critical Infrastructures

C. Incidents Management Teams

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Which of the following is not part of the General Staff in an ICS system?

A. PIO
B. Planning
C. Operations
D. Finance/Adminstration

A. PIO (Command Staff)

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Which of the following is not one of the three basic objectives in responding to a mass gathering:

A. Traffic Control
B. Isolate
C. Disperse
D. Maintain Order

B. Isolate

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Which of the following is not one of the three basic objectives in responding to a civil disorders: A. Limit B. Isolate C. Disperse D. Maintain Order

D. Maintain Order

Which of the following is not one of the three basic objectives in responding to a disaster: A. Controlling Traffic B. Caring for the Injured C. Maintain Order D. Recovery

C. Maintain Order (Additional: Evacuating Endangered Citizens, Securing the Affected area)

During the Recovery of a disaster, if necessary, ____________ should prepare to report to alternate, predesignated work sites. A. Employees B. Command Staff C. Commanders D. Incident Command

C. Commanders

Unless otherwise designated by the IC, the __________ of the area in which a shelter is located is responsible for security. A. Patrol Supervisor B. Shift Commander C. Patrol Commander D. Assistant Chief

C. Patrol Commander

Under Types of plans, the ______________ should anticipate and identify future resource requirements. A. Emergency Response Plan B. Continuity of Operations Plan C. Recovery Plan D. Mitigation Plans

C. Recovery Plan

During heightened alerts, patrol ___________ must ensure appropriate response and protection is directed to CIKR in their districts. A. Officers B. Sergeants C. Lieutenants D. Commanders

D. Commanders

The _______ is designed to advise the community of conditions and appropriate responses relative to acts or threats of terrorism against our communities and citizens. A. PIO B. IC C. EOC D. HSAS

D. HSAS

The _________ Division is responsible for the investigation of all criminal acts related to the event of emergency. A. Criminal Intelligence B. Property & Financial Crimes C. Special Operations D. Homicide

D. Homicide

Which HPD G.O. addresses the process of feeding field officers during extended emergency mobilizations where officers cannot initiate breaks for themselves? A. 400-22 B. 600-22 C. 600-34 D. 400-34

B. 600-22

Which of the following is not identified as key resources in assisting the Office of Emergency Management in surveying damage to homes and business? A. Department of Neighborhoods B. HPD’s Differential Response Teams C. Special Response Group D. Inspection & Public Service Unit

C. Special Response Group

In preparation for Civil Unrest, The COP has directed, in addition to the potential of 12-hour mobilization, the HPD _________ must be prepared to immediately institute protocols in response to public assemblies that devolve into civil disorder or riots. A. Employees B. Supervisors C. Commanders D. Command Staff

D. Command Staff

There are seven Commanders of divisions that will be assigned to nights (1700-0500) during civil unrest. Which of the following is not one of the seven? A. Northwest B. Northeast C. Southeast D. South Central

A. Northwest All 7: Air Support, night cmd, SC, Gang, NE, SE, Westside

As mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5, adoption of the NIMS is _________ for emergency response agencies. A. Expected B. Optional C. Mandatory D. Recommended

C. Mandatory

HPD’s emergency response resources are classified by category (function), kind, and _____ (minimum capabilities), as defined by the NIC. A. Interoperability B. Standards C. Type D. None of the Above

C. Type

For normal police incidents, the _________ would be the source for resource mobilization. A. DOC B. OEM C. EOC D. Command Center

D. Command Center

The LoRe Board request form is an electronic version of the ICS _________. A. 205a B. 204 C. 213RR D. 201b

C. 213RR

A(n) __________ is activated only if necessary, depending on the complexity of the incident and incident management span-of-control considerations. A. Incident Command System B. Unified Command C. Area Command D. Advanced Readiness Team

C. Area Command

The _______ is responsible for coordinating activities of other members of the law enforcement community to detect, prevent, and disrupt terrorist attacks against the United Sates. A. FBI B. AG C. DHS D. FEMA

B. AG (US Attorney General)

_______ promotes a common understanding of the fundamentals of risk-informed planning and decision making to help planners examine a hazard or threat and produce integrated, coordinated, and synchronized plans. A. NIC B. NRF C. CPG 101 D. DRC

C. CPG 101

The goal of CPG 101 is to assist in making the planning process routine across all areas in the ______________: Prevention, protection mitigation response and recovery. A. National Response Framework B. National Preparedness Goal C. Emergency Response Plan D. National Exercise Program

B. National Preparedness Goal

______ is an interagency body convened on a regular basis to develop and coordinate preparedness, response, and incident management policy. A. Emergency Management Team B. Domestic Readiness Group C. Emergency Support Group D. FEMA

B. Domestic Readiness Group (DRG)

________, when activated, are located between Branches and resources in the Operations Section. A. Sections B. Groups C. Units D. Strike Teams

B. Groups

Should the EOC be impacted by the hazard causing evacuations, the alternate location is at: (aka where is the backup OEM) A. IAH B. Edward Thomas Building / 1200 Travis C. City Hall Annex D. Public Works HQ

A. IAH

______ serves as a foundation for planning, resource management, capability development, public education, and for training and exercises. A. HSPD-5 B. HSEEP C. THIRA D. HSPD-8

C. THIRA

Within the Incident Management Teams (IMT’s), they are generally grouped into five types: What Type (1 - 5) are ad hoc incident command organizations typically used by smaller jurisdictions? A. Type I & II B. Type III C. Type IV D. Type V

D. Type V (ad hoc) I & II = national III = state or regional IV = large jurisdiction specific

Among other duties of the ______________, it controls rumors and inaccurate information that could undermine public confidence in the emergency response effort. A. JIS B. JIC C. JOC D. PIO

A. JIS (Joint Info system)

A management approach that involves a four-step process for achieving the incident goal. A. IAP/EAP B. EMP C. Management by Objectives D. After Action Report

C. Management by Objectives

_________ seeks to fix the cycle of disaster damage, reconstruction, and repeated damage. A. Emergency Response B. Mitigation C. Incident Response D. Mobilization

B. Mitigation

_________ Groups may also be known as multiagency committees, emergency management committees, or otherwise defined by the system. A. MACS B. MERS C. MAC D. NIPP

C. MAC (Multiagency Coordination) Group

It allows first responders, decision makers, and supporting entities to provide a unified national response. A. NIMS B. NRF C. ICS D. MERS

B. NRF (National Response Framework)

Under the National Incident Management System, an appropriate span of control is between _____ and _____, with optimal being ____. A. 1:3, 1:5, 1:4 B. 1:5, 1:10, 1:7 C. 1:3, 1:7, 1:5 D. 1:7, 1:12, 1:9

C. 1:3, 1:7, 1:5

Hurricanes and or tropical storms can impact Houston from __ to __ the official Atlantic US hurricane season A. June 1 to November 30 B. May 1 to October 30 C. July 1 to October 30 D. June 1 to August 30

A. June 1 to November 30

All resource elements within a ______ must have common communications and a designated leader. A. Group B. Strike Team C. Section D. Task Force

D. Task Force

Within the _________, the Federal Coordinating Officer is the primary Federal official responsible for coordinating, integrating, and synchronizing Federal response activities. A. Unified Command B. NIMS C. Unified Coordination Group D. Continuity of Operations Group

C. Unified Coordination Group (UCG)

In hurricane preparedness, planning milestones are best accomplished by using a set of concentric circles measuring ____ miles apart from downtown Houston, Texas. A. 100 B. 150 C. 200 D. 250

D. 250

Which General Order, states, in part, “The Chief of Police may place the entire department in an alert status when an emergency is anticipated or has already occurred.” A. 400-20 B. 600-22 C. 600-28 D. 600-34

C. 600-28 Emergency Management

__________ means any instance, as determined by the President of the United States, where Federal assistance is needed to supplement state and local efforts to save lives, protect property, safeguard public health and safety, or lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in any part of the United States. A. a disaster B. an incident C. an emergency D. an event

C. an emergency

At what Readiness Level will the City of Houston Emergency Operations Center (EOC) be fully activated with a designated commander and his staff in participation with other key departments and/or agencies? [ERP, p. 27] A. Readiness Level I - Maximum Readiness B. Readiness Level II - High Readiness C. Readiness Level IV - Routine/Normal Readiness D. Readiness Level III - Increased Readiness

A. Readiness Level I - Maximum Readiness

All civilian personnel are categorized into Tier 1 or Tier 2. During Readiness Level I - Maximum Readiness, Tier 1 personnel will: [ERP, p. 281 A. report to work as instructed by the Chief of Police B. report to work for 12-hour shifts C. report to work as instructed by the division commander D. not report to work

B. report to work for 12-hour shifts

Should an incident's size or complexity demand more expansion, the Incident Commander may choose to expand the Incident Command Structure to include a command staff. Who is responsible for interfacing with the public and media and with other agencies, the private sector, non-governmental organizations with incident related information requirements? [ERP, p. 71 A. Legal Counsel B. the Public Information Officer C. the Safety Officer D. the Liaison Officer

B. the Public Information Officer

Natural or manmade disasters are any occurrence that can cause or has the potential to cause loss of life, widespread property damage, and/or extensive disruption to normal activities. Two of the basic objectives in responding to disasters are controlling traffic and recovery. Which of the following is not also a basic objective in responding to disasters? [ERP, p. 11-12] A. evacuating endangered citizens B. securing the effected area C. disperse D. caring for the injured

C. Disperse

During a public assembly, the decision to use gas to disperse a crowd will be made by: [ERP, p. 371 A. an on-scene Executive Assistant Chief or Assistant Chief with authorization of the Chief of Police B. only the Chief of Police C. an on-scene commander or higher with authorization of the Incident Commander D. any on-scene supervisor

A. an on-scene Executive Assistant Chief or Assistant Chief with authorization of the Chief of Police

Response to Hurricanes; Patrol divisions will provide a(n) _______ to ensure there is adequate staffing to continue emergency police services. A. Rapid Mobilization Plan B. Operational Deployment Plan C. Continuity of Operations Plan D. Emergency Services Plan

B. Operational Deployment Plan

The following actions: commanders should fuel to capacity all vehicles and generators and prepare equipment, identify which hurricane response Readiness Level? A. Readiness Level III (increased) B. Readiness Level II (high) C. Readiness Level I (maximum) D. B & C

B. Readiness Level II (high)

The agency in charge of coordinating the direction and control of emergency evacuation traffic. A. TXDOT B. DPS C. TED D. All of the above

B. DPS

To the extent possible, the department will use its resources to meet the needs of the community with respect to public safety, health issues, and _______. A. Recovery B. Welfare C. Evacuations D. Emergency Services

A. Recovery

Which radio station in the Houston area, has agreed to dispatch all emergency and priority one type calls for service? A. FM 94.5 KTBZ B. AM 610 KPRC C. FM 92.9 KKBQ D. AM 740 KTRH

D. AM 740 KTRH

A ____________ event, however, may require an immediate and theoretically unplanned rapid police response. A. Emergency B. Spontaneous C. Extraordinary D. Impromptu

B. Spontaneous

What entity notifies the Special Operations Division of any request or permit from a group or organization to hold an event, parade, festival or the like. A. Command Center B. SEU C. Mayor’s Office of Special Events D. OPDG

C. Mayor’s Office of Special Events (MOSE)

For large scale events that require the development of an EAP/IAP, it will be the responsibility of the ____ to coordinate and collect all ICS forms and organize them into a final EAP/IAP. A. HSC B. SEU C. CPU D. DOC

C. CPU

This document(s) is a good tool to provide documentation for post-incident fiscal and legal activities. A. AAR B. EAP/IAP C. Both A & B D. None of the above

B. EAP/IAP

The operations functions during Special Events will be divided into three branches. Which of the following is not a branch for special events? A. Traffic Control B. Event Security C. Support D. Crowd Control & Management

B. Event Security

HFD classifies the response to hazardous materials incidents into two basic categories: which category is an incident that can be typically resolved by HFD’s first responders without the intervention of a HMRT. A. Hazardous Materials B. R.A.I.N. Event C. Hazmat Ops response D. First Responder Operations

D. First Responder Operations

In response to a Hazardous Materials incident, the acronym R.A.I.N. is used to remind responders of __________ when responding to such incidents. A. Safe distance from the incident B. The proper PPE to wear C. Appropriate actions to take D. Risk Avoidance is necessary

C. Appropriate actions to take

Response aids, in a HAZMAT incident, for determining the contaminated area could include the following, except: A. Expert sources B. Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) C. 3-1-1 D. Computer software

C. 311

In the event of a HAZMAT incident response, all officers should have in their possession their ________ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). A. Blue Bag B. Level A C. Level B D. Level C

D. Level C (escape suits)

The ____ will assist in the dissemination of warnings and implementation of protective actions for the public if the event or incident is beyond the immediate area. A. JIC B. EOC C. OEM D. PIO

C. OEM

Which HPD Division, per General Order 600-41, Weapons of Mass Destruction, is responsible for completing the original incident report and the Significant Event Report? A. CID - JTTF B. TOD - Bomb Squad C. Homicide D. All of the above

C. Homicide

Each POD _____________, as designated by HHD, will ensure the POD facility, personnel, supplies, and equipment are available and ready for operation prior to opening the POD to the public. A. Group Supervisor B. Section Leader C. Branch Director D. Operations Chief

C. Branch Director

In the event of a WMD or CBRNE incident response, if additional resources are required, federal and state support must be requested by the _____________. A. OEM B. Mayor of the COH C. Governor of Texas D. County Judge

B. Mayor of the COH

All first responders must follow worker health and safety procedures as to the __________ required for emergency response and follow-up response. A. Safe exposure limits B. Level of PPE C. time, distance and shielding D. Inner and outer perimeters

B. Level of PPE

Level __ should be donned when the highest level of respiratory protection is necessary, but a lesser level of skin protection is needed. A. D B. C C. B D. A

C. B

In the event of a communicable disease outbreak or biological incident, ______ - Public Health and Medical Services will support local emergency operations. A. THSC 121.024 B. ESF 8 C. HSPD-8 D. All of the above

B. ESF 8

ESF 8 resources can be activated through the Stafford Act or the ___________. A. Mayor of the COH B. Governor of Texas C. Public Health Service Act D. Local Health Authority

C. Public Health Service Act

In the City of Houston, the LHA is jointly appointed by the _____ and the ______. A. Mayor, Fire Chief B. OEM, HFD C. Mayor, HHD D. HFD, HHD

D. HFD, HHD

The ____ may issue an Emergency Detention Order placing a person or a group of persons into detention for the purposes of isolation and quarantine. A. County Judge B. Mayor C. COP D. LHA

D. LHA

Some provisions of _________ are also to limit exposure to a communicable disease, by establishing a criminal penalty for noncompliance with certain protective custody orders. A. State Law B. HB 181 C. THSC Chapter 81 D. ESF 8

C. THSC Chapter 81

Texas House Bill No. 2646, requires the LHA to provide the ___________ of a person being monitored for a communicable disease so the information may be documented in the CAD system. A. Name of the person B. Communicable disease C. Care taker D. Physical address

D. Physical Address

The primary method of preventing the spread of communicable disease is the successful ____________ of those infected or who may have been exposed to the disease. A. Vaccination B. Restriction of movement C. Medical diagnosis D. Medical treatment

B. Restriction of movement

The LHA will attempt to use the ______ restrictive methods of quarantine and isolation possible to ensure public safety. A. Least B. Necessary C. Reasonable D. Most

A. Least

_________ with the public is vital to protect public welfare, maintain public order, and achieve maximum compliance with quarantine measures. A. Transparency B. Effective Communication C. Clear instructions D. None of the above

B. Effective Communication

_______ is comprised of healthcare, law-enforcement, special-needs, EMS, transportation, and public health specialist and support of the incident’s response. A. COOP B. CMOC C. THSC D. HHD Task Force

B. CMOC

Each year, an average of __ tropical storms will develop over the Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mex. A. 10 B. 4 C. 6 D. 8

A. 10 10 develop each year (average) 6 make it to a hurricane each year (average) On a 3 year cycle, average of 5 strike US coastline and 2 of those 5 are cat 3 or above

Regarding Hurricane response, per the Hurricane Annex, the _______ is the designated emergency manager director (EMD). A. IC B. COP C. CoH Mayor D. Director of OEM

C. CoH Mayor

_________ Annex is to provide for the protection of the departments employees, it’s facilities and equipment, and to establish policies and procedures to minimize disruption to police services and functions. A. Pandemic Preparedness Planning B. Quarantine and Isolation Plan C. Hurricane Response Plan D. WMD Response plan

A. Pandemic Preparedness Planning

Under the broad objectives of the Pandemic Preparedness Plan Annex, to account for the assumed rate of absenteeism, the plan for orders of succession and delegation of authority in the chain of command should be at least ___ per division, command or managerial position. A. 1 B. 3 C. 5 D. 6

B. 3

What unit or division is responsible for the purchase, storage, and dissemination of basic level pandemic PPE? A. SRG B. Uniform Supply C. OPDG D. All of the above

C. OPDG

What public information and warning system is most likely to be used in a hurricane? A. Emergency Alert Network B. IPAWS & WEA C. 911 system D. All of the above

B. IPAWS (sounds like an animal, odd) and WIRELESS for WEA… wireless phone alerts when it goes off for a kidnap kid etc

When confronted with an influenza, COVID-19, or other viral pandemic, HPD employees absentee rate could reach up to approximately _____ or more. A. 30% B. 40% C. 50% D. 60%

B. 40%

A pandemic outbreak of influenza will likely occur in ____ waves, with each outbreak, lasting ____ to ______ weeks. A. 2, 4, 6 B. 1, 3, 5 C. 4, 7, 8 D. 3, 6, 8

D. 3, 6, 8

Of the pandemic periods identified by the CDC, which period means increased and sustained transmission in the general public? A. Pandemic alert period B. Actual pandemic period C. Inter-pandemic period D. All of the above

B. Actual pandemic period

The Ebola incubation time. Is from virus infection to the onset of symptoms and will range from ___ to ___ days; humans are not infectious until they develop symptoms. A. 1, 14 B. 2, 21 C. 3, 15 D. 1, 21

B. 2, 21

The chief of police has designated the commander of the ________as the pandemic plan manager (PPM) A. Downtown Division B. Command Center Division C. Special Operations Division D. Homicide Division

C. Special operations division

Within detection and response to radiological/nuclear incidents, the HPD ______ has been designated as the departments principal unit for secondary screening. A. Bomb Squad B. SRG C. SWAT D. EIU

A. Bomb Squad

Which of the following is not a unit identified as having access to and may employee personal radiation detectors (PRD)? A. Narcotics - Clan Lab B. Truck Enforcement Unit C. SRG D. SWAT & Bomb Squad

A. Narcotics - Clan Lab

________ of the R/N material is a crucial step in determining what protective actions are necessary to protect the public and on scene emergency personnel. A. Isolation B. Containment C. Identification D. Exclusion

C. Identification

Since radiation cannot be detected by the senses, _____ instruments must be used to determine the type of radiation present and the level of exposure and contamination (if any). A. PRD B. RIID C. RND D. R/N

C. RND

The generally accepted guideline for an exclusion zone (hot zone) boundary is anywhere the radiation level is equal to or greater than ______. A. Two rem per hour (2R/hr) B. Two millirem per hour (2mR/hr) C. One rem per hour (1R/hr) D. One millirem per hour (1 mR/hr)

B. Two millirem per hour (2mR/hr)

____________ are activities that may be conducted in response to an R/N incident in order to reduce or eliminate exposure to responders and members of the public. A. Decontamination actions B. Isolation actions C. Protective actions D. Adjudication actions

C. Protective actions

Since medical treatment is dictated by the dose delivered to the exposed person in a R/N incident, medical treatment personnel will need to estimate the dose based on crucial information regarding the R/N incident. Which of the following is not information needed to estimate the dose? A. the isotope type B. the symptoms displayed C. the time exposed D. the distance from the source of radiation.

B. the symptoms displayed

For alpha and neutron radiation the dose equivalent is larger than the absorbed dose because these types are ______ to the human body. A. Less damaging B. More damaging C. No damage D. None of the above

B. More damaging

_____________, in coordination with DHS, provides guidance for local law enforcement authorities who operate radiation detection equipment, as part of a radiological nuclear detection mission. A. DPS/TDEM B. HC OEM C. STC-Houston D. FBI Stabilization Teams

C. STC-Houston

An officer who discovers an alarm on his PRD and has determined an exclusionary boundary AND notified HOURGLASS, will continue to investigate until which of the following occurs? A. Source is located, and alarm adjudicated B. The display on the pager reads “overload”, “OL” or “9” continuously C. Dose rate exceeds 100 mR/hr D. Any of the above

D. Any of the above

_____________ response plans must include protection of critical infrastructures and key community assets, including governmental and police facilities. A. Disaster B. Emergency C. Catastrophic D. Pandemic

A. Disaster

OPDG will provide sufficient water and other liquids (64oz) to meet the average daily requirements for department personnel in a manner that can primarily be consumed in the field for up to a ____ day. A. 2 B. 4 C. 7 D. 10

B. 4

The commander and staff of the _____________ will be responsible for operations at the first alternate, additional shelter site for employees and their families. A. Risk Management Division B. Training Division C. Emergency Communications Division D. Employee Services Division

D. Employee Services Division

Refuge of Last Resort (RLR) shelters are not intended to be operational for more than ___ to ___ hours. A. 24, 48 B. 12, 24 C. 48, 72 D. 72, 96

B. 12, 24

The ______ is responsible for identifying and coordinating suitable shelter locations and formalizing the partnership with MOU’s. A. COH OEM B. OPDG C. DOC/EOC D. Mayor of COH

B. OPDG

The City of Houston has identified 14 schools (2017) that are outside of the evacuation zones and are structurally sound enough to withstand hurricane winds. The ______ staff will manage these sites. A. DON’s B. HISD C. ESD D. Risk Management

A. DON’s

The Houston Police Department will provide a ______ and 4 to 6 officers for security at each RLR site. A. Commander B. Lieutenant C. Supervisor D. SPO

C. Supervisor

Officers should assess patients for all injuries utilizing the BATH method. Identify BATH.

Bleeding Airway Tension pneumothorax Hypothermia

[Annex M] Active Attack Response Command will designate a _________ to link up with the fire department at the staging location. A. Tactical Officer B. Supervisor C. Single Officer D. Medic

C. Single officer

Command shall inform all officers not already inside the crisis site to locate the ___________ staging location and have all other responding officers report to that location. A. Casualty collection point B. LCC C. fire department D. Tactical

C. fire department

Forming command in ____________ from the inside out will minimize potential fatalities by reducing the amount of time from injury to a higher level of medical care for the victims. A. Expanding Circles B. Stages C. Structured approach D. Collapsing concepts

A. Expanding Circles

COH Evacuation Annex There are special evacuation requirements for each category of animals (service, therapy, household pets) within the ___________. A. ERP B. NRF C. SPCA D. COOP

B. NRF

A ______________ is an interim site along the evacuation route that provides mass care and other emergency services to evacuate arriving in a host location via government transportation. A. Reception Center B. Evacuation hub C. Refuge of last resort D. Debarkation hub

A. Reception Center

At which Readiness Level does the city of Houston train, exercise, and prepare staff to support the implementation of the evacuation, annex and staffing of the evacuation hub? A. Level 1 B. Level 2 C. Level 3 D. Level 4

D. Level 4 - Normal Operations/Steady State

At which Readiness Level does the city of Houston inspect warning systems to ensure they are fully operational? A. Level 1 B. Level 2 C. Level 3 D. Level 4

C. Level 3 - increased readiness/enhanced watch

At which Readiness Level does the city of Houston alert personnel for possible emergency operations and identify personnel for increased staffing during the primary vulnerability? A. Level 1 B. Level 2 C. Level 3 D. Level 4

B. Level 2 - high readiness/partial activation

At which Readiness Level does the city of Houston all personnel and equipment are located and/or staged at their assigned locations? A. Level 1 B. Level 2 C. Level 3 D. Level 4

A. Level 1 - Maximum Readiness/Full Activation

The Commander of Employee Services Division will be responsible for all of the following duties during a pandemic, EXCEPT: [Annex J, p. 14] A. ensuring a daily log tracking sick and employees on lOD status is entered into the Eccentix system on a daily basis B. assist the City of Houston health insurance provider in informing and educating employees on pandemic preparedness response as well as what vaccines and antiviral drugs are available C. develop a casualty replacement system to ensure accurate identification of vacant slots and prioritization of filling essential positions D. identify all employees of light-duty or relieved of duty status for possible temporary work assignments, based on individual ability

A. ensuring a daily log tracking sick and employees on lOD status is entered into the Eccentix system on a daily basis

The responsibilities of the first responding officers to a radiological/nuclear incident include all of the following, EXCEPT: Annex K, p. 13 A. Immediately remove victims from the hot zone/exclusion zone. B. Notify HPD dispatcher and patrol supervisor of the situation. C. If possible, establish an initial scene perimeter, establish clear entry, and exit corridors for responding emergency vehicles. D. Protect the site as a crime scene.

A. Immediately remove victims from the hot zone/exclusion zone.

If unable to determine the source of radiation, one should not enter such an area (except for life-saving efforts) and _________ should be contacted immediately. [Annex K, p. 12] A. The Houston regional intelligence center. B. The Bomb Squad. C. The Houston fire department HAZMAT units. D. The Command Center.

C. The Houston fire department HAZMAT units.

When there is sufficient notice of an incident with the potential to cause significant impacts, the current ________________ will review available information and recommend a course of action. [COH Evacuation Annex p. 8] A. Incident Commander B. Emergency management coordinator C. Mayor of CoH D. COP

B. Emergency management coordinator

In planning for evacuations, the characteristics of the hazard and its ____________ , Intensity, speed of onset, and anticipated duration are all significant factors. [Evacuation Annex p 9] A. Magnitude B. Size C. anticipated impact D. Criminality

A. Magnitude

The significant factors will determine all of following, EXCEPT: [Evacuation Annex p 9] A. the number of people to be evacuated B. the need for reception facilities C. the methods of transportation required D. The extent of traffic control and security required

C. the methods of transportation required

If the decision is to activate the EOC, Houston OEM convenes and facilitates the meeting. For incidents requiring evacuation, all of the following departments participate in the planning meeting, EXCEPT: [Evacuation Annex p 9] A. HPD B. HFD C. ARA D. SPCA

D. SPCA HPD, HHD, HFD, HPW, ARA/BARC

Individuals, requiring public transportation for evacuation, will be collected at pick up points and transported to a(n) _____________. [evacuation annex p 11] A. Staging area B. Debarkation point C. Evacuation hub D. Embarkation point

D. Embarkation point

Assignment of responsibilities to the Houston Police Department during an evacuation include all, EXCEPT: [Evacuation Annex p 18] A. Recommend evacuation routes to the IC or EOC staff (ESF 13) B. Escort evacuation transportation to inland area destinations C. Protect property in evacuated areas and limit access to those areas D. Assist in the warning and notification to the public, as needed

B. Escort evacuation transportation to inland area destinations

Assignment of responsibilities to the Houston Fire Department during an evacuation include all, EXCEPT: [Evacuation Annex p 19] A. Assist in evacuating DAFN populations, as needed B. Provide debris cleanup on evacuation routes, as needed C. Provide fire protection in the evacuated areas, as needed D. Assist in the warning and notification to the public, as needed

B. Provide debris cleanup on evacuation routes, as needed

The capacity at the Houston Police Academy shelter is approximately: [Annex L, P. 8] A. 800 B. 600 C. 400 D. 1,200

C. 400

Homicide Division and __________ will respond to any possible criminal or terrorist act related to a radiological/nuclear incident. [Annex K, p. 14] A. Criminal Intelligence Division B. Special Operations Division C. the Federal Bureau of Investigation D. the Night Commander

A. Criminal Intelligence Division

_______________ occurs when radioactive material in the form of dust, powder, or liquid comes into contact with a person's skin, hair, or clothing. [Annex K, p. 31 A. external contamination B. internal contamination C. Type B contamination D. Level I contamination

A. external contamination

Representatives from the Office of Planning and Data Governance will be assigned to the _____________ to provide support to the Incident Commander. [Annex L, p. 3] A. Finance Section B. Operations Section C. Logistical Section D. Planning Section

C. Logistical Section

Typically, department personnel will work 12-hour operational periods while activated during ____________ disasters, which can be referred to in the Emergency Response Plan (ERP). [Annex L, P. 2] A. Level II or Level I B. Level I C. Level II D. Level III or Level II

A. Level II or Level I

________________ will be the primary shelter operated by the department, and may be the only one needed depending on the expected number of police employees and their family members. [Annex L, p. 8] A. the Houston Police Academy B. North Command C. the George R. Brown Convention Center D. the Mounted Patrol facility

A. the Houston Police Academy

Upon arrival at an active attack incident, officers should provide a situation report. That report should consist of the following information, EXCEPT: [Annex M, p. 3] A. Number of Victims B. Location C. Condition D. Actions

A. Number of Victims

The majority of active attack events are over within _________, with half of them ending prior to the arrival of law enforcement. [Annex M, p. 2] A. 20-30 minutes B. 5-10 minutes C. 15-20 minutes D. 10-15 minutes

C. 15-20 minutes

In an active attack incident, what is the primary priority on the priority of life scale? [Annex M, p.2] A. First Responders B. Suspect C. Witnesses D. Innocent Life

D. Innocent Life

Evacuation recommendations to the public should clearly describe the areas to be evacuated with reference to known _____________, such as roads and rivers, and/or ZIP Codes. [Evacuation Annex p 22] A. Known reference points B. Mile markers C. Geographic features D. All of the above

C. Geographic features

The communications and technology unit, within HITS, sets up and tests technology and communications; _______________ ; and resolves any technology, Internet, and connectivity issues, as needed. [Evacuation Annex p 23] A. Remote Wi-Fi capabilities B. Provides radio frequency support C. Satellite communications D. HAM radio operations

B. Provides radio frequency support

Pre-emergency reports help the department anticipate and plan for potential emergencies and should be forwarded to the COP via the chain of command. There are a variety of reports that are generated prior to emergency incidents and/or planned events which are derived from divisions within the department in the form all the following except: A) written or verbal reports B) executive summaries C) command staff meetings D) conference calls

B) executive summaries

The IC and, if activated, the EOC shall maintain accurate documentation throughout all phases of the evacuation, to include all of the following, EXCEPT: [Evacuation Annex p 25] A. Evacuation decisions B. Significant evacuation activities C. Expenses associated with evacuation operations D. Authority making decisions

C. Expenses associated with evacuation operations

The element differentiating an active shooter incident from a barricaded suspect and the need to "push" versus "hold" is: [Annex M, p. 2] A. that the active shooter incident typically involves multiple layers of departmental intervention during both the event and recovery process B. an active shooter generally reacts with indiscriminate violence in response to a set of beliefs or system of ideology C. Whether someone is currently harming others or if someone is injured and in need of medical D. that an active shooter seeks to inspire fear and terror through systematic executions

C. Whether someone is currently harming others or if someone is injured and in need of medical

In an active attack incident, who should report to the UCP to assist in management and take final command of the indicdent? [Annex M, p.5] A. Assistant Chief of Homeland Security Command B. Commander of Special Operations Division C. highest ranking supervisor on scene D. Executive Assistant Chief of Field Operations

A. Assistant Chief of Homeland Security Command

Protective actions are activities that may be conducted in response to a radiological or nuclear incident in order to reduce or eliminate exposure to responders and members of the public. The principal protective action decisions for consideration in the early and intermediate phases of an emergency are: [Annex K, p. 3] A. whether or not to enlist the aid of outside agencies in securing the exclusion zone B. whether or not to instruct users of level B protective equipment to enter the affected area C. whether to shelter in place, evacuate, or relocate affected or potentially affected populations D. whether to immediately appoint an Incident Commander under ICS or institute a Unified Command (UC) system

C. whether to shelter in place, evacuate, or relocate affected or potentially affected populations

OEM coordinates through CoH’s ______________ to establish a standardized and uniform process for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the CoH’s training and exercise program. [Evacuation Annex p26] A. CEMP B. HSEEP C. TEWG D. HSC

C. TEWG - Training and Exercise Workgroup

Key city of Houston departments have identified locations that will serve to protect their vehicles before destructive winds have reached the city of Houston. Within the police department, the clear lake station has been identified to move vehicles to: [Hurricane Annex/Pg 54] A. Southeast B. Hobby (HAS/Parking Garages) C. Ellington Field D. Solid Waste Southeast Service Center

A. Southeast

On the list of possible traffic control points (TCP’s) of local evacuation routes - they are listed from HPD-1: to HPD-___:? [Evacuation Annex p32] A. 25 B. 29 C. 35 D. 41

B. 29

Both ____________ and Houston Police will confer with the traffic professionals at TranStar to ensure the appropriate response to any traffic situation arising during evacuation. [Evacuation Annex p 32] A. HCSO B. DPS C. Metro D. HISD

C. Metro

Who will be responsible for securing police headquarters during a large emergency or disaster? [Annex L, P. 5] A. Downtown Division B. Crime Analysis and Command Center C. Central Division D. Gang Division

A. Downtown Division

The Refuge of Last Resort shelters are not intended to be operational more than: [Annex L, P. 9] A. 12-36 hours B. 12-24 hours C. 24-48 hours D. 24-36 hours

B. 12-24 hours

The purpose of the evacuation hub SOP is to outline the _______________ and required resources, (including personnel) necessary to operate an Evacuation Hub in the CoH. [Evacuation Annex p35] A. Traffic Management Plan B. Tactical procedures C. Emergency measures D. Traffic Control Measures

B. Tactical procedures

The IC (HPD) coordinate with response partners forming the _____________ for the retrieval, set up, operation of, demobilization of, and return to the equipment and technology to OEM. [Evacuation Annex p35] A. Evacuation Hub Deployment Team B. Evacuation Hub Emergency Response Group C. OEM’s Evacuation Hub Team D. Local partners group

A. Evacuation Hub Deployment Team

In the event of a hurricane during a pandemic requiring evacuations, the hurricane response and recovery timeline will be move forward, ________ based on guidance from TDEM. [Evacuation Annex p36] A. 8 hours B. 12 hours C. 16 hours D. 24 hours

B. 12 hours

The ________ will explain to the parolee that the Texas board of pardons and parolees provided specific information to parolees regarding emergency evacuation procedures. [Evacuation Annex p37] A. HPD Supervisor B. HHD Supervisor C Hub Incident Management Team member D. TDCJ-OIG Supervisor

B. HHD Supervisor

Which of the following statements regarding secondary shelters for police employees and their immediate family members is FALSE? [Annex L, P. 9] A. The additional shelters must be able to withstand Category 2 winds. B. Each shelter location should have the capacity to house 400 affected employees/family C. The shelter locations should meet American Red Cross standards. D. The locations should have generators that can restore lights and some power.

A. The additional shelters must be able to withstand Category 2 winds.

Which of the following is NOT an objective during an active attack incident? [Annex M, p. 2] A. Stop the Killing B. Pause the Dying C. Rapid Casualty Evacuation D. Create Time, Distance, and Shielding

D. Create Time, Distance, and Shielding

Staff will be required to wear vests to easily identify their positions in the Evacuation Hub, what color does the Command Staff (IC, PIO, Safety Officer, Liaison Officer.) [Evacuation Annex p44] A. White B. Yellow C. Tan D. Black

D. Black

Staff will be required to wear vests to easily identify their positions in the Evacuation Hub, what color does the Law Enforcement Branch wear? [Evacuation Annex p44] A. Dark Blue B. White C. Light Blue D. Green

C. Light Blue

Staff will be required to wear vests to easily identify their positions in the Evacuation Hub, what color does the Health Screener (Pandemic Only) wear? [Evacuation Annex p44] A. Dark Blue B. White C. Light Blue D. Green

A. Dark Blue

All of the following are concepts and principles of team movement during an active shooter incident, ЕХСЕРТ: [Annex M, p. 31 A. 540 degrees of coverage B. communication C. move as individuals D. speed of movement

C. Move as individuals

In an active attack incident, once the known threat has been neutralized or is not present, officers should: [Annex M, p. 4) A. place victims in "recovery position" B. wait until the scene is declared "all clear" before moving victims C. consolidate the injured into one area called the "Casualty Collection Point" D. apply tourniquets if necessary

C. consolidate the injured into one area called the "Casualty Collection Point"

Once it is determined that SRG officers are needed from throughout the department, the S.O. supervisor will notify the CC of the additional number of SRG officers needed and the staging area where they should report. All activated SRG officers are under the supervision of: [ERP, P. 17] A. the incident commander B. the SO commander C. a Command Center supervisor D. the commander of the patrol area in which the event is located

B. the SO commander

During _______, all uniform divisions (Patrol, Special Operations, Traffic, VCD) will designate Rapid Mobilization Personnel (RMP), is entered into the PRE system. [ERP, P. 25] A. Readiness Level III - Increased Readiness B. Readiness Level IV - Routine/Normal Readiness C. Readiness Level II - High Readiness D. Readiness Level I - Maximum Readiness

A. Readiness Level III - Increased Readiness

Within the Evacuation Hub Hurricane Timeline, mandatory evacuation for Zone A zip codes begins at approximately what hour before landfall? [Evacuation Annex p54] A. H-48 B. H-36 C. H-30 D. H-24

B. H-36 Zone B = H-30 Zone C = H-24

An SRG response is usually organized into response teams referred to as field forces. Each field force is commanded by a lieutenant and has vehicles and equipment to move to the incident as a group. [ERP, p. 17] A. 35-officer B. 25-officer C. 55-officer D. 45-officer

C. 55-officer

The City of Houston and the Houston Police Department have adopted the ___________ model when responding to planned or unplanned incidents or events. [ERP, p. 4] A. Quality Management System (QMS) B. National Incident Management System (NIMS) C. International Standard Organization (ISO) D. Emergency Response Plan (ERP)

B. National Incident Management System (NIMS)

When Readiness Level I| (High Readiness) is declared, divisional commanders are notified, and in turn, notify all shift commanders of the alert status change. They should determine the minimum number of personnel needed to staff two early side and two late side 12-hour shifts for normal business and calls for service. What are the hours for Shift I? [ERP, p. 26] A. 0500 to 1700 hours early; 0700 to 1900 hours late B. 0700 to 1900 hours late; 0900 to 2100 hours late C. 0800 to 2000 hours late; 1000 to 2200 hours late D. 0600 to 1800 hours early; 0800 to 2000 hours late

D. 0600 to 1800 hours early; 0800 to 2000 hours late

In a situation where the national threat level is raised due to a high risk of a terrorist attack or other disaster (natural or man-made). Emergency readiness condition level would probable be declared: [ERP, P. 251 A. a level IV (Routine/Normal Readiness) B. a level I (Maximum Readiness) C. a Level II (High Readiness) D. a level III (Increased Readiness)

C. a Level II (High Readiness)

The goal of a terrorist is to inflict mass casualties or disrupt critical infrastructures. There may be secondary devices, which are generally intended to: [ERP, P. 11] A. provide a distraction in order to escape B. cause further casualties and/or disruption C. further discourage the morale of the targeted population D. injure or kill responders

D. Injure or kill responders

When full mobilization is ordered, days off for all uniform personnel are canceled and all operations will go to: [ERP, p. 15] A. 12-hour shifts B. 10-hour shifts C. 16-hour shifts D. 14-hour shifts

A. 12-hour shifts

An emergency involves an imminent threat that will have a major impact on the entire community. Emergency readiness condition would probably be declared: [ERP, p. 27] A. a level I (Maximum Readiness) B. a level II (High Readiness) C. a level III (Increased Readiness) D. a level IV (Routine/Normal Readiness)

A. a level I (Maximum Readiness)

Mass gatherings are those scheduled or unscheduled events that become overwhelmed by a larger than anticipated crowd. Usually, the crowd is law-abiding and the incident is short-term, requiring a minimum of presence. Which of the following is not a basic objective in responding to mass gatherings? [ERP, p. 9-10] A. maintain order B. disperse C. traffic control D. limit

D. limit

3 Incident Command Radio Interfaces (ICRis) are available during an emergency or incident. They are assigned to all of the following, EXCEPT: [Annex A, p. 81] A. the department's liaison to the Houston Fire Department B. the Command Center C. the Emergency Communications Division floor supervisor D. the lieutenant of the Crime Reduction Unit

C. the Emergency Communications Division floor supervisor

Which of the following statements regarding equipment for emergency responses and resource management is TRUE? [Annex A, P. 3-51] A. None of the emergency resources used when an incident occurs, such as PPE, communication equipment, bomb detection equipment, etc., will be warehoused, and will be available at all times. B. The Planning Division is responsible for coordinating and tracking of emergency response resources through their appropriate divisional support staff. C. For large incidents and emergencies, the Command Center would be in charge of managing resources. D. In an emergency or major incident, personnel will be scheduled for 16-hour shifts.

B. The Planning Division is responsible for coordinating and tracking of emergency response resources through their appropriate divisional support staff.

What is the Incident Command System title for individuals responsible for management of functional Sections? [Annex B, p. 9] A. Captain B. Chief C. Incident Commander D. Section Commander

B. Chief

Depending on the size and impact of a disaster in the region, two additional shelters for police employees and their immediate family members will be opened. The commander of and staff will be responsible for shelter operations at the first alternate or additional shelter site. [Annex L, p. 91] A. Inspections Division B. Robbery Division C. Employee Services Division D. Central Division

C. Employee Services Division

During a large emergency or disaster, _________ will coordinate logistical support for employees at the Houston Police Department Headquarters [Annex L, p. 51 A. Crime Analysis and Command Center B. Public Affairs C. Robbery Division D. Office of Planning and Data Governance

B. Public Affairs

__________ and staff will be responsible for gathering information on the total number of personnel and their logistical needs from the Division/Field Commanders via the DOC and submitting the request on the required Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ICS 213 forms to the Office of Planning on a daily basis or as directed. [Annex L, p. 4] A. the Commander of the Property Division B. the Incident Commander of the Department Operations Center (DOC) C. the Commander of the Crime Analysis and Command Center Division D. the Commander of the Criminal Intelligence Division

C. the Commander of the Crime Analysis and Command Center Division

Which of the following is not one of the reasons the city of Houston has been so susceptible to flooding ? [Flood Annex p2] A. Geography B. Climate Shifts C. Extensive waterways D. Growth Management

C. Extensive waterways A, B, D and Infrastructure issues

__________ is the likelihood of an individual, community, or group being negatively affected by external stressors, creating barriers to the communities, resilience and ability to recover from a disaster or emergency. [Flood Annex p3] A. Social Vulnerability B. Demographic Vulnerability C. Community Responsiveness D. Vulnerable Communities

A. Social Vulnerability

The _____ is a combination of 15 different social factors that contribute to social vulnerability. [Flood Annex p3] A. CVI B. SVI C. CEMP D. B & C

B. SVI

Residence in CoH can anticipate a major flooding situation with just ____ inches of accumulated rainfall can anticipate a major flooding situation with just blank inches of accumulated rainfall. [Flood Annex p4] A. 1.5 B. 2.5 C. 3.5 D. 4.5

B. 2.5

The type of flooding events that have occurred within the CoH include all of the following, except: [Flood Annex p4] A. Inland Flooding B. Riverine Flooding C. Lowland Flooding D. Drainage/Stormwater Flooding

C. Lowland Flooding

There are three major factors to be mindful of, regarding flooding, for the CoH. They are all of the following, except: [Flood Annex p14] A. Rainfall amounts B. Tidal surge C. Water levels D. Ground saturation

B. Tidal surge

The CoH is currently undertaken a project to develop a Resilience Plan to include the use of resilience hubs called _______. [Flood Annex p15] A. Safe zones B. Lily Pads C. Dry Islands D. Barrier islands

B. Lily Pads

The COH flood annex may be activated by the _______ because of adverse weather projections, increased water flows, potential or actual levee breaches, or other emergency events that warrant an emergency response to high water. [Flood Annex p16] A. FEMA B. EOC C. DOC D. EMC

D. EMC - emergency management coordinator

"The document that contains confirmed or verified information and explicit details (who, what, where, and how) relating to an incident," is the definition of: [Annex B, p. 21] A. Briefing Report B. Status Report C. Situation Report D. Incident Action Plan

C. Situation Report

"The report that relays information specifically related to the status of resources (e.g., the availability or assignment of resources)," is the definition of: [Annex B, P. 21] A. Resources Report B. Logistics Report C. Status Report D. Situation Report

C. Status Report

_____ is responsible for the overall coordination of the damage assessment process, and, thus, controls the receipt, evaluation, and mapping of damage information. [Flood Annex p19] A. TDEM B. EOC C. OEM D. DON

C. OEM

The _____ is responsible for conducting aerial damage assessment and reconnaissance in coordination with the CoH OEM and the EOC after a flooding event. [Flood Annex p19] A. DPS B. TDEM C. USACE D. HPD

D. HPD

What form is prepared by the Resources Unit of the Planning Section and provides information on the units that will be activated and the names of the personnel staffing each position or unit? [Annex B, p. 6] A. Organization Assignment List B. Organization Roster C. Unit Roster D. Unit Assignment List

A. Organization Assignment List

To maintain a common operating picture which can be monitored by supporting response, departments and organizations, ___________ will be utilized. [Flood Annex p30] A. NRF B. NIMS C. WebEOC D. CEMP

C. WebEOC

What is FEMA’s nationwide system for local emergency learning called, which provides authenticated emergency information to the public through mobile phones using wireless emergency alerts (WEA)? [Flood Annex p31] A. NAS B. IPAWS C. OnStar D. LEP

B. IPAWS

48 hours prior to storm arrival HPD patrol divisions, check out barricade and cone trailers. All of the following are patrol divisions listed, except: [Flood Annex p36] A. Kingwood B. Clearlake C. Central D. Southwest

C. Central 4th station is S. Gessner

The _________ is ultimately responsible for developing and implementing the Incident Action Plan (IAP). [Annex B, p. 31] A. field force commander B. Incident Commander C. highest ranking on-scene supervisor D. commander of the Special Operations Division

B. Incident Commander

What ICS form is necessary when there is an incident requiring medical treatment and transport of numerous victims? [Annex B, p.5] A. Health and Safety Plan B. Medical Plan C. Communications Plan D. Emergency Transport Plan

B. Medical Plan (ICS 206)

Tropical storms have winds from ____ , produce heavy rains, localized flooding, and the possibility of tornadic activity. [Annex C, p. 14] A. 24 mph up to 63mph B. 34 mph up to 73 mph C. 44 mph up to 83 mph D. 54 mph up to 93 mph

B. 34 mph up to 73 mph

During a hurricane, requests for barricades and signage should be made through the ____________ and relayed to the Emergency Operations Center if necessary. [Annex C, p. 10] A. dispatcher B. Traffic Enforcement Division C. Department Operations Center D. Command Center

C. Department Operations Center

Based on past trends, it is believed that ________ of those citizens at risk will evacuate when local officials recommend evacuation during a hurricane. [Annex C, p. 4] A. 95 percent B. 80 percent C. 85 percent D. 90 percent

B. 80 percent

During a hurricane, HPD will be organized and operate using the ICS command structure with the _____________ serving as Incident Commander. [Annex C, p. 3] A. Executive Assistant Chief of Support Operations B. Director of the Office of Emergency Management C. Mayor D. Chief of Police

D. Chief of Police

Prior to the start of each operational period of a special event, the IC should review the EAP/AP, evaluate the situation as it presently exists, and do all of the following, EXCEPT: [Annex D, p. 6] A. as the situation requires, develop or alter incident objectives B. select a strategy for meeting objectives C. recommend to the Chief of Police whether or not to raise or lower the department emergency readiness level D. decide which resources should be used to achieve the objectives in the safest, most efficient, and cost-effective manner

C. recommend to the Chief of Police whether or not to raise or lower the department emergency readiness level

The City of Houston has many smaller special events that are held throughout the city and require minimum police presence throughout the year. The Special Operations Division's _______ is normally responsible for preparing an action plan and/or overview for the event. [Annex D, p. 3] A. Catastrophic Planning Unit B. Special Response Group C. Special Events Unit D. Flexible Response Unit

C. Special Events Unit

The ___________ shall be responsible for investigating all CBRNE incidents, including those believed to be hoaxes. [Annex E, p. 6] A. Homicide Division B. Criminal Intelligence Division C. Tactical Operations Division D. Major Offenders Division

A. Homicide Division

HPD personnel assigned to provide security at POD site locations will work _____ shifts. [Annex F, p. 6] A. 12 hour B. 10 hour C. 8 hour D. 4 hour

A. 12 hour

As documented in Homeland Security Presidential Directive-5 (PPD 5), the _________ has lead responsibility for criminal investigations of terrorist acts or terrorist threats by individuals or groups inside the United States, or directed at United States citizens or institutions abroad. [Annex G, p. 3] A. Department of Homeland Security B. Attorney General C. Federal Bureau of Investigation D. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

B. Attorney General

_____________ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used when the highest level of respiratory protection is needed, but a lesser level of skin protection is needed. This PPE includes, but is not limited to, a positive pressure full face-piece and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hooded chemical-resistant clothing, with chemical resistant gloves and boots. [Annex G, P. 5] A. Level A B. Level C C. Level D D. Level B

D. Level B

All HPD employees are generally designated as essential employees for reporting to work during emergencies. However, civilian employees are classified as Tier I or Tier II, and will report to work as scheduled or directed by a: [Annex ), p. 18] A. shift commander B. division commander C. mid-manager or higher D. supervisor

D. supervisor

The _____ is the local lead in implementing and enforcing laws to protect public health and establishing, maintaining, and enforcing quarantine in their jurisdiction. [Annex I, p. 1] A. Houston Health Department (HHD) B. Houston Police Department (HPD) C. Houston Fire Department (HFD) D. Local Health Authority (LHA)

D. Local Health Authority (LHA)

Which of the following persons is considered to have some risk for exposure to the Ebola virus? [Annex ), p. 81 A. Someone who is living with and taking care of a person sick with Ebola. B. Someone who travels on an airplane with a person sick with Ebola. c. Someone who has had contact with a person sick with Ebola before he or she had any symptoms. D. Someone with close contact with a person sick with Ebola such as in a household, healthcare facility, or the community (without wearing PPE).

D. Someone with close contact with a person sick with Ebola such as in a household, healthcare facility, or the community (without wearing PPE)

The Executive Assistant Chief of Support Operations will ensure each patrol division has trained pandemic managers on each shift. During a pandemic, the pandemic managers will report absences daily to both _______ and to Budget and Finance. [Annex ), p. 13] A. City of Houston Human Resources Division B. the DOC and/or the CC C. the PPM D. Employee Services Division

B. the DOC and/or the CC

If impounding a vehicle or package due to suspicious circumstances as a result of radiation detection, responders should establish an exclusion zone set at: [Annex K, p. 11] A. two millirem per hour (2mR/hr) on the radiation detection pager B. four millirem per minute (4mR/min) on the radiation detection pager C. eight millirem per minute (8mR/min) on the radiation detection pager D. sixteen millirem per minute (16mR/min) on the radiation detection pager

A. two millirem per hour (2mR/hr) on the radiation detection pager

If unable to determine the source of radiation, one should not enter such an area (except for life saving efforts) and who should be contacted immediately. [Annex K, p. 12] A. the Houston Regional Intelligence Center B. the Bomb Squad C. the Houston Fire Department HazMat Units D. the Command Center

C. the Houston Fire Department HazMat Units

There are two categories of radioactive materials: ________ or other materials capable of producing a nuclear yield and other radioactive isotopes that might be used in a Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD). [Annex K, p. 11] A. Advanced Nuclear Fission Materials (ANFM) B. Dangerous Nuclear Materials (DNM) C. Hazardous Nuclear Materials (HNM) D. Special Nuclear Materials (SNM)

D. Special Nuclear Materials (SNM)

The Houston ship channel accounts for over _____ of the total gross domestic product for the state of Texas. [Hurricane Annex, p2] A. 10% B. 12% C. 16% D. 18%

C. 16%

Warnings from the _______________ will be the official guidance for the CoH‘s response to a hurricane threat. [Hurricane Annex, p3] A. emergency operation center (EOC) B. Office of emergency management (OEM) C. National Weather Service (NWS) D. State operation center (SOC)

C. National Weather Service (NWS)

__________ is the preferred protective action for hurricanes. [Hurricane Annex, p3] A. Evacuation B. Shelter-in-place C. Move to community shelters D. None of the above

A. Evacuation

An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation and maximum sustained winds of 38 mph or less. [Hurricane Annex, p6] A. Tropical Storm B. Cat 1 Hurricane C. Tropical Depression D. Tropical Cyclone

C. Tropical Depression

An organize system of strong thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation and maximum sustain winds of 39 to 73 mph. [Hurricane Annex, p7] A. Cat 2 Hurricane B. Tropical Storm C. Tropical Depression D. Tropical Cyclone

B. Tropical Storm

An intense tropical weather system of strong thunderstorms with a well–defined surface circulation, and maximum sustained wins of 74 mph or higher. [Hurricane Annex, p7] A. Hurricane B. Tropical depression C. Tropical storm D. Tropical cyclone

A. Hurricane

The primary threats from tropical storms and hurricanes are all of the following, except: [Hurricane Annex, p7] A. Storm Surge B. Rainfall Flooding C. Power Outages D. Severe structural damage

D. Severe structural damage 4th - extreme wind, and tornadoes

According to Texas government code, chapter 418, the CoH’s Mayor is the designated ____________________. [Hurricane Annex, p9] A. Emergency management coordinator B. Director of Homeland security C. Overall incident, Commander D. Emergency management Director

D. Emergency management Director

To estimate landfall, OEM uses a tool called the _______________. This tool is predicated on a tropical system have a forward movement speed of 12 mph. [Hurricane Annex, p11] A. Storm prediction formula B. North American storm model C. Hurricane Decision Arc D. Hurricane Planning model

C. Hurricane Decision Arc

The ARC, Salvation Army, and __________ are the principal relief agencies to perform feeding operations in the aftermath of a disaster. [Hurricane Annex, p20] A. Houston Food Bank B. Texas Baptist Men C. Houston Catholic Charities D. HEB

B. Texas Baptist Men

Regarding response priorities, under life safety: purify and distribute water that meets regulatory requirements and maintain ___ (firefighting) and __ (boil water notice. A. 35PSI/20PSI B. 50PSI/25PSI C. 75PSI/30PSI D. 90PSI/60PSI Flood p18

A. 35PSI/20PSI

Regarding the Flood Index mitigation phase, the _ is the lead agency in regulating the NFIP guidelines. A. Office of Emergency Management B. Texas Division of Emergency Management C. Public Works Department D. Engineering Department NFIP = national flood insurance program p20

C. Public Works Department

Flood Annex p28 Incident Command during a flood event may likely be initiated by the ____ A. OEM or by HPD B. OEM or by HFD C. HFD or by HPD D. HFD or by HPW

D. HFD or by HPW

A Category 1 storm has the lowest wind speeds, while a Category 5 hurricane has the highest wind speeds. What are the windspeeds of a Category 5? [Hurricane Annex, p26] A. 130-156mph B. 157mph or higher C. 175mph or higher D. 157mph - 175mph

B. 157mph or higher

Initial tropical cyclone public advisories are issued when data confirms that a tropical cyclone has developed. After that, the other scheduled advisories are issued at _______ intervals. [Hurricane Annex, p26] A. 2hr B. 4hr C. 6hr D. 8hr

C. 6hr

The tropical cyclone public advisory products follow standard format that provides all of the following, except: [Hurricane Annex, p27] A. Watches and warnings issued B. Wind and intensity C. Actions to be taken D. storm name and characteristics

D. storm name and characteristics -A lead statement that highlight significant aspects of the storm -Expected storm surge -Associated events (rainfall/tornadoes)

All of the following are hurricane forecasting tools, except: [Hurricane Annex, p29] A. Storm Atlas B. HURREAVC-HVX.com C. NOAA storm track D. SLOSH

C. NOAA storm track - HAZUS - Advanced HAZUS-MH -SLOSH = (Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges from Hurricane)

The Incident Command (IC), and the EOC shall maintain accurate documentation throughout all phases of the hurricane response and recovery. Which of the following is not included in that information? [Hurricane Annex, p33] A. Decisions and authority B. Significant activities C. Persons refusing evacuation D. Commitment of resources to support hurricane operations

C. Persons refusing evacuation

In the event of a WMD or CBRNE incident, local authorities, will manage the initial response. Which of these is NOT listed? A. Houston Health Department B. Houston Fire Department C. Houston Public Works Department D. Houston Office of Emergency Management Annex G p002

D. Houston Office of Emergency Management

Who can declare a public health emergency? A. Governor B. Local Health Authority C. Texas Department of Health and Human Services D. Mayor or County Judge Annex I p003

A. Governor

The COH’s ____________ will be the primary responder for structural site inspections, they will also conduct the contaminated debris removal, while being monitored by EIU. A. SRG B. DON C. HFD D. FBI

B. DON - Department of Neighborhoods

The Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) is part of the US Department of Health and Human Services and is managed by ______________. A. FEMA B. DOD C. ASPR D. DSHS

C. ASPR - Asst. Secretary Pandemic Response

Typically, the SNS would be activated by a request from ____________ to the federal government. A. State OEM B. Texas DSHS C. governor of Texas D. Local Health Authority

C. Governor of Texas

During a Public Health Emergency (PHE), the ____________ will have the primary authority in the event that SNS assets are to be released. A. Mayor of Houston B. Local Health Authority C. Emergency Operations Center D. Catastrophic Medical Operations Center

B. Local Health Authority

In evaluating the scope of a PHE, there are several factors that determine the actual scope. Which of the following is not one of those factors? A. Incubation times B. Biological agent C. Symptoms displayed D. Communicability

C. Symptoms displayed

During a PHE, HPD will act in a support role to assist _____, who has primary responsibility during a SNS response. A. HFD B. LHA C. HHD D. OEM

C. HHD - Houston Health Department

HHD will contact the Assistant Chief of ____________ and provide information on how and what supplies will be distributed to employees. A. the Support Services Command B. the Homeland Security Command C. the Special Investigations Command D. the Criminal Investigations Command

B. The Homeland Security Command

The HHD estimates it could take ___ to ___ days to provide SNS supplies to the residents of Houston. A. 1, 3 B. 2, 4 C. 2, 5 D. 3, 7

C. 2, 5

HPD personnel assigned to provide security at POD site locations, during a PHE, will work _____ hour shifts. A. 8 B. 10 C. 12 D. 16

C. 12

FEMA established ____ objectives organizations must use to fully implement the NINS/ICS model. ERP p4 A. 12 B. 25 C. 28 D. 32

C. 28

Evac Annex/Evac Hub Attachment What unit within the Evac Hub is responsible for “identify evacuees who need special attention” A. Registration Branch B. Evacuee Flow Unit C. Facilities Unit D. Traffic Management Unit p43

B. Evacuee Flow Unit

Flood Annex Definition of Severe Repetitive Loss: determined when a property has at least _ claims of more than $_ each, or at least _ claims totaling the structure’s current value. A. two; $5000; two B. four, $1000, two C. two; $1000, four D. four; $5000, two

D. four; $5000, two