IS-800 National Response Framework

Question 1

How does National Response Framework relate to NIMS?

Answer 1

The response protocols and structures described in the National Response Framework align with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). All of the components of the NIMS support response —including resource management, command and coordination*, communications and information management.
Standardizing national response doctrine with NIMS provides a consistent, nationwide template to enable the whole community to work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the effects of incidents regardless of their cause, size, location, or complexity.
*The NRF incorrectly uses the term “management and coordination”.

Question 2

NRF

Answer 2

National Response Framework

Question 3

ESF

Answer 3

Emergency Support Functions

Question 4

Is the NRF always in effect?

Answer 4

Yes. NRF elements can be implemented at any time for any hazard, including the employment ofEmergency Support Function(ESF)mechanisms.
The structures, roles, and responsibilities described herein can be partially or fully implemented in the context of a threat or hazard, in anticipation of a significant event, or in response to an incident.
Implementation of NRF structures and procedures allows for a scaled response, delivery of the specific resources and capabilities, and a level of coordination appropriate to each incident.

Question 5

NPS

Answer 5

National Preparedness System

Question 6

How does the NRF fit in with NPS and the National Preparedness Goal?

Answer 6

The National Response Framework was created to deliver the National Preparedess System in order to meet the Goal

So:
1. National Preparedness Goal
2. National Preparedness System
3. National Response Framework

Question 7

What is the National Preparedness Goal?

Answer 7

A secure and resilient Nation with the capabilities required across the whole community to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk.

Question 8

What are the five Mission Areas of the National Preparedness Goal?

Answer 8

The Five Mission Areas are laid out in the stated wording of the Goal.

1. Prevention
2. Protection
3. Mitigation
4. Response
5. Recovery

These mission areas support Core Capabilities

Question 9

How do Core Capabilities relate to the Mission Areas?

Answer 9

Each mission area is comprised of the capabilities required for accomplishing the mission or function at any time (before, during, or after an incident) and across all threats and hazards.

Question 10

Are the Mission Areas sequential?

Answer 10

No, they can occur in any order

Question 11

Development of Capabilities in the NPS and NPG?

Answer 11

Both the National Preparedness System and the National Preparedness Goal discuss the development of capabilities needed to ensure a secure and resilient nation. These core capabilities are the way we can measure, describe, and implement our security and resilience techniques.

Question 12

How many Core Capabilities ?

Answer 12

32 core capabilities

Question 13

What is the National Preparedness System?

Answer 13

The National Preparedness System is an integrated set of guidance, concepts, processes, and tools that enable the whole community to meet the National Preparedness Goal.
The system is made up of the six components shown in the graphic. More information is availableat the National Preparedness System (www.fema.gov/national-preparedness-system).

Question 14

CAG

Answer 14

Core Advisory Group

Question 15

How do CAGs operate?

Answer 15

CAGs consist of people with cross-disabilities who advise emergency managers. They provide input on inclusive emergency operations plans, including:
Local, jurisdictional, or state accessible evacuation plans
Temporary accessible housing plans
Accessibility to, of, and in shelters

Question 16

National Response Framework

Answer 16

CAGs consist of people with cross-disabilities who advise emergency managers. They provide input on inclusive emergency operations plans, including:
Local, jurisdictional, or state accessible evacuation plans
Temporary accessible housing plans
Accessibility to, of, and in shelters

Question 17

FIOP

Answer 17

Federal Interagency Operational Plan

Question 18

How do FIOPs work?

Answer 18

At the Federal level, the National Response Framework is supported by the Response Federal Interagency Operational Plan (FIOP). The Response FIOP further defines the concepts, principles, structures, and actions introduced in the National Response Framework, with a focus on the Federal level.
The Response FIOP goes into more depth than the National Response Framework on how Federal agencies work together on Response and how they support or complement activities that take place in the private sector and at other levels of government.
The intent of the FIOP is to support local, state, tribal, territorial, insular-area, and Federal government plans to ensure a common operational focus.
Each mission area has their own FIOP that describes how the federal government aligns resources and delivers that mission’s core capabilities. Read more at the National Preparedness System(www.fema.gov/federal-interagency-operational-plans).

Question 19

Five guiding principles for Response

Answer 19

1. Engaged Partnership
2. Tiered Response
3. Scalable, Flexible, Adaptable Operational Capabilities
4. Unity of Effort through Unified Command
5. Readiness to Act

Question 20

Explain Tiered Response

Answer 20

At the Federal level, the National Response Framework is supported by the Response Federal Interagency Operational Plan (FIOP). The Response FIOP further defines the concepts, principles, structures, and actions introduced in the National Response Framework, with a focus on the Federal level.
The Response FIOP goes into more depth than the National Response Framework on how Federal agencies work together on Response and how they support or complement activities that take place in the private sector and at other levels of government.
The intent of the FIOP is to support local, state, tribal, territorial, insular-area, and Federal government plans to ensure a common operational focus.
Each mission area has their own FIOP that describes how the federal government aligns resources and delivers that mission’s core capabilities. Read more at the National Preparedness System(www.fema.gov/federal-interagency-operational-plans).

Question 21

Is NRF top-down or bottom-up?

Answer 21

Bottom-up. Most are managed at the local level. “Incidents begin locally and end locally.”

Federally supported
State managed
Locally executed

Question 22

FEMA’s IMATs

Answer 22

FEMA’s Incident Management Assistance Teams

Can arrive in 12 hours from incident and support Local and State for IAP and setting up Initial Operating Facility (IOF)

Question 23

IOF

Answer 23

Initial Operating Facility

Question 24

EMAC

Answer 24

Emergency Management Assistance Compact

Question 25

What is EMAC?

Answer 25

EMAC is:
Administered by the National Emergency Management Association
An interstate mutual aid agreement
A way to streamline the interstate mutual aid and assistance process

If additional resources are required, states can request assistance from other states through interstate mutual aid and assistance agreements such as the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). If a state anticipates that its resources may be exceeded, the governor may request assistance from the Federal Government through a Stafford Act declaration.

Question 26

What are Community Lifelines?

Answer 26

A community lifeline enables the continuous operation of critical government and business functions and is essential to human health and safety or economic security.
The seven community lifelines represent only the most basic services a community relies on and which, when stable, enable all other activity within a community.
Stabilizing community lifelines is the primary effort during response to lessen threats and hazards to public health and safety, the economy, and security.

Question 27

Why are community lifelines prioritized?

Answer 27

Required to ensure the community is operational and can provide for its citizens

A community lifeline enables the continuous operation of critical government and business functions and is essential to human health and safety or economic security.

Question 28

How Many Community Lifelines?

Answer 28

Seven

Question 29

List the Community Lifelines

Answer 29

The seven community lifelines represent only the most basic services a community relies on and which, when stable, enable all other activity within a community.
Stabilizing community lifelines is the primary effort during response to lessen threats and hazards to public health and safety, the economy, and security.