ICS

Question 1

Which of the following is not an example of an incident per the Incident command system (ICS)

A. Fire, both structural and wild land
B. Hazardous materials incident
C. Routine calls for service
D. Search and rescue missions

Answer 1

C. Routine calls for service

Question 2

A/An ___________ Is an occurrence, either caused by humans or natural phenomenon that requires response actions to prevent or minimize loss of life or damage to property and/or the environment.

A. Incident
B. Event
C. Accident
D. On-going demonstration

Answer 2

A. Incident

Question 3

True or false. A critical part of an effective multi agency incident management system is for all communication to be in plain English. That is, use clear text. Do not use radio code, agency specific codes, or jargon.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

_________ ________ Is major resources (personnel, facilities, and equipment/supply items) are given common names and are “typed” or categorized by their capabilities. This helps to avoid confusion and to enhance in operability.

A. Organizational functions
B. Resource descriptions
C. Incident facilities
D. Position titles

Answer 4

B. Resource descriptions

Question 5

How many steps are included in management by objectives?

A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6

Answer 5

D. 6

Question 6

_________ ________ are temporary locations at an incident where personnel and equipment are kept while waiting for tactical assignments.

A. Camp
B. Staging area
C. Command post
D. Safe zone

Answer 6

B. Staging area

Question 7

Which of the following is not one of the five major management functions?

A. Incident command
B. Operations section
C. Panning section
D. Staffing section
E. Logistic section
F. Finance/Administration

Answer 7

D. Staffing section.