Section 5E: Major Accident And Natural Disaster Threats

Question 1

Installations must prepare for and quickly respond to major accidents to

Answer 1

Prevent loss of life
Preserve valuable resources
Protect the environment

Question 2

Which AFMAN defines a major accident as one involving DoD material or activities, and warranting response by the installation Disaster Response Force?

Answer 2

AFMAN 10-2502

Question 3

A major accident may involve

Answer 3

Adverse public reaction

Question 4

After alerting others in the area and reporting a major accident, personnel should not

Answer 4

Handle any material or Component in accident

Question 5

Who responds to a major accident involving DoD resources, unless otherwise directed?

Answer 5

The military installation nearest to the scene (regardless of the size) also known as the initial-response base.

Question 6

The threat of natural disasters and severe weather varies widely by

Answer 6

Geographical area

Question 7

What is not considered a natural disaster?

Answer 7

Radon exposure

Question 8

When dealing with a natural disaster, all of the following are true except

Answer 8

The specific actions taken in response, mitigation and recovery may be applied to all installations

Question 9

What does a 3-5 minute wavering tone on a siren or similar warning device indicate?

Answer 9

An attack or hostile act is imminent or in progress.

Question 10

What does a 3-5 minute steady tone on a siren or similar warning device indicate?

Answer 10

A disaster or incident affecting the base is imminent or in progress

Question 11

Which response is not necessary immediately after hearing an alarm signal for an enemy attack?

Answer 11

Report fires, injuries, hazards and damage

Question 12

What is indicated if you hear “lockdown lockdown lockdown” and a location repeated 3 times?

Answer 12

Active shooter incident is in progress

Question 13

What should you do in response to a shooter warning alarm signal?

Answer 13

Remain calm and implement lockdown procedures based on your location

Question 14

After a disaster warning or attack warning, how is “all clear” signaled?

Answer 14

With a voice announcement

Question 15

Which are the appropriate steps to take after you receive the “all clear” signal following an alarm for a natural disaster or attack?

Answer 15

Remain alert for secondary hazards, account for all personnel and report hazards, injuries and damage.

Question 16

What document does each installation develop to maintain the primary base mission, save lives, mitigate damage and restore mission-essential resources in the event of a natural or technological disaster?

Answer 16

Installation Emergency Management Plan (EMP) 10-2

Question 17

Which AFMAN provides more information on response procedures and sheltering personnel in the event of a natural disaster or major incident?

Answer 17

AFMAN 10-2502

Question 18

When it comes to sheltering personnel in the event of a natural disaster.

Answer 18

Installations should address shelter planning

Question 19

Which statement about protective measures during natural disasters is incorrect?

Answer 19

Rely on IEMP staff to direct personnel to an installation shelter following a disaster.