JBL Fire Officer Chapter 11

Question 1

Vision 20/20 5 different categories of risk LIKELIHOOD

Answer 1

A. Almost certain: event is expected to occur
B. Likely: regular recorded incidents and strong anecdotal evidence
C. Possible: Very few incidents in associated organizations or comparable facilities
D. Unlikely: No recorded events
E. Rare

Question 2

Vision 20/20 5 different categories of risk CONSEQUENCE of IMPACT

Answer 2

1. Insignificant
2. Minor: Disruption of less than 24 hours
3. Moderate: Medical treatment needed no fatalities
4. Major: Fatalities, extensive number of injuries, significant damage and financial loss
5. Catastrophic: Significant number of fatalities, community unable to function without significant outside support

Question 3

Vision 20/20 4 different Categories of Risk

Answer 3

1. Extreme risk: detailed research and risk management planning required by executive chief. Action required to reduce consequences
2. High Risk: Planning required by chief officer, some action required to reduce consequences
3. Moderate Risk: specific target hazard or critical facility response and monitoring required
4. Low risk: manage through routine procedures