Emergency Management & Crisis Response Flashcards
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During a hostage situation in a correctional facility, which negotiation principle is most effective in the early stages?
Answer: Establishing communication and building rapport
Establishing communication and building rapport with the hostage-taker is the foundational first step in crisis negotiation to slow the situation down and gather information.
What does the term 'span of control' refer to in emergency management?
Answer: The number of subordinates a supervisor can effectively manage
Span of control refers to the number of individuals one supervisor can effectively manage, typically recommended to be between three and seven in ICS.
Which communication system is most critical for a correctional facility to maintain during a power outage emergency?
Answer: Backup radio systems
Backup radio systems are essential for maintaining command and control communications when standard power-dependent systems fail during an outage.
In the context of correctional emergency management, what is a 'mutual aid agreement'?
Answer: A pre-arranged agreement between agencies to share resources during emergencies
Mutual aid agreements are pre-established contracts between jurisdictions or agencies to provide personnel, equipment, and resources to one another during emergencies.
Which of the following is considered a 'man-made' emergency that correctional administrators must plan for?
Answer: Inmate riot
An inmate riot is a man-made emergency caused by human action, distinct from natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods.
What role does the Public Information Officer (PIO) serve during a correctional facility emergency?
Answer: Serving as the official spokesperson and managing media communications
The PIO serves as the official spokesperson for the facility, managing all media communications to ensure accurate, consistent, and timely information is released.
When evacuating inmates during a facility emergency, which population typically requires the most specialized planning?
Answer: Inmates with medical or mental health needs
Inmates with medical or mental health needs require specialized evacuation planning due to mobility limitations, medication requirements, and medical equipment dependencies.