Lesson 1 Overview Flashcards
1
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What is NRF?
A
National Response Framework
2
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What is HSPD-5?
A
Homeland Security Presidential Directive to DHS to establish a a National Response Framework (NEF) and a National Incident Management System (NIMS) for Management of Domestic Incidents.
3
Q
What is HSPD-8?
A
Homeland Security Presidential Directive to DHS to develop a National Preparedness System - A common, unified approach to “strengthen the preparedness of the US to prevent and respond to threatened and actual domestic terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. Involves whole community.
4
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What are the major components of NIMS?
A
- Resource Management
- Command and Coordination
- Communications and Information Management
5
Q
What are the NIMS Management Characteristics?
A
- Common Terminology
- Modular Organization
- Management by Objectives
- Incident Action Planning - - Manageable Span of Control
- Incident Facilities and Locations
- Comprehensive Resource Management
- Integrated Communications
- Establishment and Transfer of Command
- Unified Command
- Chain of Command and Unity of Command
- Accountability
- Dispatch/Deployment
- Information and Intelligence Management
6
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NIMS Common Terminology covers what?
A
- Organizational Functions: Major functions and units are named and defined using standardized terms.
- Resource Descriptions: Resources (personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities) have common naming based on their type and capabilities.
- Incident Facilities: Facilities in an incident area are designated using common terms.
7
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What is EEI?
A
Essential Elements of Information
