CCE Emergency Management & Crisis Response 2

Question 1

During a hostage situation in a correctional facility, which negotiation principle is most effective in the early stages?

Accepted Answer

Establishing communication and building rapport

Answer

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.

Question 2

What does the term 'span of control' refer to in emergency management?

Accepted Answer

The number of subordinates a supervisor can effectively manage

Answer

Span of control refers to the number of individuals one supervisor can effectively manage, typically recommended to be between three and seven in ICS.

Question 3

Which communication system is most critical for a correctional facility to maintain during a power outage emergency?

Accepted Answer

Backup radio systems

Answer

Backup radio systems are essential for maintaining command and control communications when standard power-dependent systems fail during an outage.

Question 4

In the context of correctional emergency management, what is a 'mutual aid agreement'?

Accepted Answer

A pre-arranged agreement between agencies to share resources during emergencies

Answer

Mutual aid agreements are pre-established contracts between jurisdictions or agencies to provide personnel, equipment, and resources to one another during emergencies.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a 'man-made' emergency that correctional administrators must plan for?

Accepted Answer

Inmate riot

Answer

An inmate riot is a man-made emergency caused by human action, distinct from natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods.

(CCE) Certified Corrections Executive Practice Test

(CCE) Certified Corrections Executive Practice Test

CCE Emergency Management & Crisis Response 2