ARC Disaster Preparedness and Response 2

Question 1

When evacuating a shelter during a wildfire, which animals should be loaded onto transport vehicles LAST?

Accepted Answer

Large livestock that require trailers

Answer

Small dogs in kennels

Answer

Cats in carriers

Answer

Animals deemed critical medical cases

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a shelter-in-place plan for an animal rescue organization?

Accepted Answer

To protect animals and staff when evacuation is more dangerous than staying

Answer

To reduce costs associated with evacuation

Answer

To comply with local zoning regulations

Answer

To manage volunteer scheduling during emergencies

Question 3

A rescue volunteer arrives at a flood-affected neighborhood. Which of the following is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Contact the incident commander and check in

Answer

Begin searching homes for trapped animals

Answer

Set up a temporary triage area

Answer

Distribute food and water to stranded animals

Question 4

Which document should an animal rescue organization update at least annually to remain effective during disasters?

Accepted Answer

Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)

Answer

Volunteer appreciation certificates

Answer

Social media content calendar

Answer

Donor thank-you letter templates

Question 5

During a mass rescue event, a responder notices a dog showing signs of heat stroke. What is the IMMEDIATE priority?

Accepted Answer

Move the dog to shade and begin cooling with water

Answer

Transport the dog to a veterinary clinic immediately

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Administer oral fluids and monitor for 30 minutes

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Isolate the dog from other animals to prevent spreading illness

Question 6

What is the recommended minimum water storage per dog per day in a disaster preparedness kit?

Accepted Answer

1 liter

Answer

0.5 liters

Answer

2 liters

Answer

4 liters

Question 7

Which ICS position is responsible for tracking all animals received, treated, and released during a disaster response operation?

Accepted Answer

Documentation Unit Leader

Answer

Operations Section Chief

Answer

Safety Officer

Answer

Logistics Section Chief