ICS 100 Flashcards
1
Q
The emergency operations center (EOC) is a multi-agency coordination entity that provides ____ and ____ to the on-scene responders.
A
support and coordination
2
Q
Although the EOC uses its’ management principles it DOES/DOES NOT manage on-scene operations?
A
DOES NOT
3
Q
The ICS is a standardized, ____-____, all hazard incident command concept.
A
on-scene
4
Q
ICS was developed in the 1970’s following a series of catastrophic ____ in California’s urban interface.
A
fires
5
Q
Studies of the fires revealed response problems could rarely be attributed to lack of ____ or the failure of ____.
A
resources
tactics
6
Q
Studies found response problems were far more likely to result from ____ ____ than from any other single reason.
A
inadequate management
7
Q
Weaknesses in incident management were often due to:
1) Lack of ____.
2) Poor ____ due to conflicting terminology and communications.
3) Lack of orderly systematic ____ process.
4) No common, ____, predesigned management structure that enables commanders to delegate responsibilities and manage workloads efficiently.
5) No predefined ____ to integrate interagency requirements into the management structure and planning process effectively.
A
1) accountability
2) communication
3) planning
4) flexible
5) methods
8
Q
ICS is a proven ____ system based on successful ____ practices.
A
management
business
9
Q
In response to 9/11, President Bush issued HSPD5 (Homeland Security Presidential Directive) in 2/03. It called for ____ and identified steps for improved ____ of federal, state, local, and private industry response to incidents and described the way these agencies will prepare for such a response.
A
NIMS
coordination
10
Q
Homeland Security announced establishment of NIMS in 2004. One of the key features in NIMS is ____.
A
ICS
11
Q
NIMS requires the use of ____ for all domestic responses. Also requires all levels of government, including territories and tribal organizations to adopt ____ as a condition of receiving federal preparedness funding.
A
ICS
ICS
12
Q
ICS must be ____ and meet the following challenges:
1) ____ ____ of incidents of any kind or size.
2) Allow personnel of any agency to ____ into a common management structure.
3) Provide ____ and ____ support to operational staff.
4) Be ____ ____ by avoiding duplication of efforts.
A
interdisciplinary
1) Meet needs
2) meld
3) logistical and administrative
4) cost effective
13
Q
ICS emphasizes effective ____, including management by ____ and reliance on an ____.
A
planning
objectives
IAP
14
Q
ICS helps ensure full utilization of all incident resources by:
1) Maintaining a manageable ____ of ____.
2) Establishing ____ incident locations and facilities.
3) Implementing ____ ____ practices.
4) Ensuring ____ communications.
A
1) span of control
2) predesignated
3) resource management
4) integrated
15
Q
ICS command terminology helps to define:
1) ____ functions
2) ____ descriptions
3) ____ facilities
4) ____ titles
A
1) Organizational
2) Resource
3) Incident
4) Position
16
Q
ICS develops in a ____ ____ modular fashion based on the size and complexity of the incident.
A
top down
17
Q
As the ICS structure expands, the number of management positions also expands.
A
True
18
Q
Management by objectives is an approach used to communicate ____ actions throughout the entire ICS organization.
A
functional
19
Q
The incident action planning process includes the following steps:
1) Understand agency ____ and ____.
2) ____ incident situation.
3) ____ incident objectives.
4) Select appropriate ____ to achieve objectives.
5) Perform ____ direction.
6) Provide necessary ____-__.
A
1) policy and direction
2) Assess
3) Establish
4) strategies
5) tactical
6) follow-up
20
Q
Every incident must have a ____ or ____ IAP.
A
verbal or written
21
Q
The IAP’s purpose is to provide all incident supervisory personnel with ____ for actions to be implemented during the operational period identified in the plan.
A
direction
22
Q
Hazardous materials incidents require a ____ ____.
A
written IAP
23
Q
IAP plans must have 4 elements:
1) ____ do we want to do.
2) ____ is responsible for doing it.
3) ____ do we communicate with each other.
4) ____ is the procedure if someone is injured.
A
1) What
2) Who
3) How
4) What
24
Q
____ ____ ____ is the key to effective and efficient incident management.
A
Span of control
25
Exceptions to span of control are usually in low risk assignments or where resources work in close proximity to each other.
True
26
Resources in staging are ____ available.
always
27
____ ____ can be collocated with the ICP, base, camps, helibases, or helispots.
Staging area
28
____ is the location from which primary logistics and administrative functions are coordinated and administered. May be collocated with the ICP. Only one ____ per incident. It is established and managed by the ____ Section.
Base
base
Logistics
29
____ is a place for resources to be kept. ____ are temporary locations equipped to provide food, water, sleeping areas, and sanitation services. Designated by geographic location or number. Multiple ____ may be used, but not all incidents have a ____.
Camp
Camps
camps
camp
30
Where helicopter centered air operations conducted. Used more on long term bases for fueling and maintenance.
Helibase
31
Temporary location at the incident where choppers can land and take off. Multiple ____ may be used.
Helispot
32
ICS resources can be factored into 2 categories:
1) ____ resources
2) ____ resources
1) Tactical
2) Support
33
Tactical resources are always classified as:
1)
2)
3)
1) Assigned
2) Available
3) Out of service
34
Developing an integrated voice and data communications system, including equipment, systems, and protocols, must occur ____ to an incident.
prior
35
Effective ICS communications include 3 elements:
1)
2)
3)
1) Modes
2) Planning
3) Networks (the procedures and processes for transferring info internally and externally)
36
An orderly line of authority within the ranks of organization, with lower levels subordinate to, and connected to higher levels.
Chain of Command
37
Every individual is accountable to only one designated supervisor to whom they report at the scene of an incident.
Unity of Command
38
If unified command is needed, IC’s representing agencies manage the response from a single ____.
CP
39
Under unified command, a single coordinated ____ will direct all activities. The IC’s will supervise a single command and general staff organization and speak with one voice.
IAP
40
Transfer of command always includes a transfer of command ____, which may be oral, written, or a combination of both.
command briefing
41
Managing resources ____ and ____ is the most important consideration at an incident.
safely and effectively
42
Section chiefs and above assign record keeper (scribe).
True
43
If you are expected to be a supervisor: You must maintain a ____ ____ ____ indicating the names of personnel assigned and a listing of the major activities that occurred during the operational periods to which you were assigned.
daily unit log
44
5 major management functions:
1) Operations
2) Planning
3) Logistics
4) Finance/Administrative
5) Incident Command
45
Who sets incident objectives, strategies, priorities and has the overall responsibility at the incident or event?
Incident Command
46
Which section conducts tactical operations to carry out the plan. Develops the tactical objectives and organization, and directs all tactical resources?
Operations
47
Prepares and documents the IAP to accomplish the objectives, collects and evaluates info, maintains resource status, and maintains documentation for incident records?
Planning
48
Who provides support, resources, and all other services needed to meet the operational objectives?
Logistics
49
Who monitors costs related to the incident and provides accounting, procurement, time recording and cost analysis?
Finance/Admin
50
The ____ is the only position that is always staffed in ICS applications.
IC
51
Using specific ICS position titles serve 3 important purposes:
1) Titles provide a common standard for all users (____).
2) Use of titles allows to fill with most ____ rather than ____.
3) Standardized position titles are useful when ____ qualified personnel.
1) consistency
2) qualified…. seniority
3) requesting
52
In addition to having overall responsibility for the entire event, the IC is specifically responsible for:
1) Ensuring incident ____.
2) Providing ____ services to internal and external stakeholders.
3) Establishing and maintaining ____ with other agencies participating in the incident.
1) safety
2) information
3) liaison
53
IC may appoint one or more ____. ____ ____ must be as qualified as the IC.
deputies
Deputy IC
54
PIO, Safety Officer, and Liaison Officer. What is this?
Command Staff
55
Serves as the conduit for info to internal and external stakeholders, including media, or others seeking info directly from the incident or event. What is this?
PIO
56
Monitors safety conditions and develops measures for assisting the safety of all assigned personnel.
What is this?
Safety Officer
57
Serves as the primary contact for supporting agencies assisting at an incident.
What is this?
Liaison Officer
58
Each section chief may have a ____(_).
deputy(s)
59
The deputy should always be as proficient as the person they work for.
True
60
Most incident resources are assigned to the ____ Section.
Operations
61
What is used to divide an incident geographically?
Divisions
62
______ are used to describe functional areas of operations.
Groups
63
What is used when the number of divisions or groups exceeds the span of control and can be either geographical or functional?
Branches
64
The person in charge of each division is a ____.
supervisor
65
Most common way to identify a division is by ____ ____.
alphabet characters
66
The person in charge of each group is designated as a ____.
supervisor
67
____ are normally labeled according to the job/function they are assigned.
Groups
68
____ will work wherever their assigned task is needed and are not limited geographically.
Groups
69
Divisions and groups can be used together on an incident. They are at equal level in the organization, one does not supervise the other. When a group is working within a division on a special assignment, division and group supervisors most closely coordinate their activities.
True
70
If number of divisions or groups exceeds span of control, it may be necessary to establish ____.
branches
71
The person in charge of each branch is designated as a ____.
Director
72
Deputies may also be used at ____ level.
branch
73
Branches can be divided into ____ or ____, or a combination of both.
groups or divisions
74
While span of control is a common reason to establish branches, additional reasons may include:
1) ____ incidents (fire, med, etc.).
2) ____ incidents (crosses jurisdictional lines).
3) Very ____ incidents (may be organized using geographic or functional branches).
1) Multidiscipline
2) Multi-jurisdiction
3) large
75
The ____ Section usually develops from the bottom up.
Operations
76
These are a combination of mixed resources with common communications operating under the direct supervision of a leader.
Task Forces
77
A set number of resources of the same kind and type with common communications operating under direct supervision of a ____ ____ Leader.
Strike Team
78
This may be individuals, a piece of equipment and its personnel component, or a crew or team of individuals with an identified supervisor that can be used at an incident.
Single Resources
79
The decision to contract will be based on the achievement of ____ objectives.
tactical
80
____ planning begins upon activation and continues until ICS ceases operations.
Demobilization
81
It is up to the ____ Section Chief to activate any needed additional staffing.
Planning
82
The Planning Section can be further staffed with 4 Units. Technical specialists may also be assigned. The 4 units are:
1) Resources
2) Situation
3) Documentation
4) Demobilization
83
Additional staffing is the responsibility of the ____ Section Chief.
Logistics
84
The Logistics Section can be further staffed by 2 branches and 6 units: The Branches are?
1) ____ Unit
2) ____ Unit (for personnel assigned)
3) ____ Unit
4) ____ Unit (all resource orders are placed through the Supply Unit).
5) ____ Unit
6) ____ ____ Unit - Prepares transport plan, including food, supplies, etc.
Service and support Branches
1) Communications
2) Medical
3) Food
4) Supply
5) Facilities
6) Ground Support
85
Finance/Admin Section may staff 4 units:
1) ____ Unit - For vendors, etc.
2) ____ Unit - Personnel time recording.
3) ____ Unit - Cost effective analysis.
4) ____/____ Unit.
1) Procurement
2) Time
3) Cost
4) Compensation/Claims
86
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Incident Command -
Title: Incident Commander
Support Position: Deputy
87
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Command Staff
Title: Officer
Support Position: Assistant
88
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
General Staff (Section)
Title: Chief
Support Position: Deputy
89
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Branch
Title: Director
Support Position: Deputy
90
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Division/Group
Title: Supervisor
Support Position: N/A
91
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Unit
Title: Leader
Support Position: Manager
92
Supervisory Position Title(s), Organizational Level:
Strike Team/Task Force
Title: Leader
Support Position: Single Resource Boss
93
The Planning Section can be further staffed with 4 units. Technical specialists may also be assigned. The 4 units include:
Conducts all check-in and maintains status of incident resources. Plays a significant role in preparing the IAP.
Resources Unit
94
The Planning Section can be further staffed with 4 units. Technical specialists may also be assigned. The 4 units include:
Collects and analyzes info on the current situation, prepares situation displays and situational summaries, and develops maps and projections.
Situation Unit
95
The Planning Section can be further staffed with 4 units. Technical specialists may also be assigned. The 4 units include:
Provides duplication services, including the written IAP. Maintains and archives all incident related documentation.
Documentation Unit
96
The Planning Section can be further staffed with 4 units. Technical specialists may also be assigned. The 4 units include:
Assists in ensuring that resources are released from the incident in an orderly, safe, and cost effective manner.
Demobilization Unit
97
ICS-100: Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities and has overall responsibility at the incident or event.
Incident Command
98
ICS-100: Conducts tactical operations to carry out the plan. Develops the tactical objectives and organization, and directs all tactical resources.
Operations
(Section Chief)
99
ICS-100: Prepares and documents the Incident Action Plan to accomplish the objectives, collects and evaluates information, maintains resource status, and maintains documentation for incident records.
Planning
(Section Chief)
100
ICS-100: Provides support, resources, and all other services needed to meet the operational objectives.
Logistics Section
(Chief)
101
ICS-100: : Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time recording, and cost analyses.
Finance/Administration Section
(Chief)
102
______ are used to divide an incident geographically.
Divisions
(Supervisor)
103
______ are used to describe functional areas of operation.
Groups
(Supervisor)
104
______ are used when the number of Divisions or Groups exceeds the span of control and can be either geographical or functional.
Branches
(Director)
105
Strike Teams are a set number of resources of the same ______ and ______ with common communications operating under the direct supervision of a Strike Team Leader. Strike Teams are highly effective management units. The foreknowledge that all elements have the same capability and the knowledge of how many will be applied allows for better planning, ordering, utilization and management.
kind and type
106
Task Forces are a combination of ______ ______ with common communications operating under the direct supervision of a Leader. Task Forces can be versatile combinations of resources and their use is encouraged. The combining of resources into Task Forces allows for several resource elements to be managed under one individual's supervision, thus lessening the span of control of the Supervisor.
mixed resources
107
At some point, the Operations Section and the rest of the ICS organization will contract. The decision to contract will be based on the _________________. Demobilization planning begins upon activation of the first personnel and continues until the ICS organization ceases operation.
achievement of tactical objectives
108
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Prepares and implements the Incident Communication Plan (ICS-205), distributes and maintains communications equipment, supervises the Incident Communications Center, and establishes adequate communications over the incident.
Communication Unit
109
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Develops the Medical Plan (ICS-206), provides first aid and light medical treatment for personnel assigned to the incident, and prepares procedures for a major medical emergency.
Medical Unit
110
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Responsible for providing meals and drinking water for incident personnel, and obtains the necessary equipment and supplies to operate food service facilities at Bases and Camps.
Food Unit
111
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Determines the type and amount of supplies needed to support the incident. The Unit orders, receives, stores, and distributes
supplies, and services nonexpendable equipment. All resource orders are placed through the Supply Unit. The Unit maintains inventory and accountability of supplies and equipment.
Supply Unit
112
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Sets up and maintains incident facilities. Provides managers for the Incident Base and Camps. Also responsible for facility security and facility maintenance services: sanitation, lighting, cleanup.
Facilities Unit
113
ICS-100: A Logistics Service Branch can be staffed to include a _____________: Prepares the Transportation Plan. Arranges for, activates, and documents the fueling and maintenance of assigned ground transportation. Arranges for the transportation of personnel, supplies, food, and equipment.
Ground Support Unit
114
ICS-100: The Finance/Administration Section may staff four Units. The ____________: Responsible for administering all financial matters pertaining to vendor contracts, leases, and fiscal agreements.
Procurement Unit
115
ICS-100: The Finance/Administration Section may staff four Units. The ____________: Responsible for incident personnel time recording.
Time Unit
116
ICS-100: The Finance/Administration Section may staff four Units. The ____________: Collects all cost data, performs cost effectiveness analyses, provides cost estimates, and makes cost savings recommendations.
Cost Unit
117
ICS-100: The Finance/Administration Section may staff four Units. The ____________: Responsible for the overall management and direction of all administrative matters pertaining to compensation for injury and claims related activities kept for the incident.
Compensation/Claims Unit
118
Finance/Administration Section: Major Activities
Contract negotiation and monitoring.
Timekeeping.
Cost analysis.
Compensation for injury or damage to property.
119
Logistics Section: Major Activities
Ordering, obtaining, maintaining, and accounting for essential personnel, equipment, and supplies.
Providing communication planning and resources.
Setting up food services.
Setting up and maintaining incident facilities.
Providing support transportation.
Providing medical services to incident personnel.
120
Planning Section: Major Activities
Collecting, evaluating, and displaying incident intelligence and information.
Preparing and documenting Incident Action Plans.
Conducting long-range and/or contingency planning.
Developing plans for demobilization.
Maintaining incident documentation.
Tracking resources assigned to the incident.
