CEM Exercise Design & Training Programs 3

Question 1

Which document provides the overall framework, goals, objectives, and logistics for an exercise and is distributed to exercise staff before the event?

Accepted Answer

Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

Answer

The Exercise Plan (ExPlan) is the primary planning document that outlines exercise objectives, design, and logistics, and is distributed to exercise staff prior to the event.

Question 2

According to HSEEP guidance, how often should jurisdictions conduct a Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW)?

Accepted Answer

Annually to update the multi-year training and exercise plan

Answer

HSEEP recommends conducting a TEPW annually to review capability gaps, adjust the multi-year training and exercise plan, and schedule upcoming exercises.

Question 3

What is the primary distinction between 'observers' and 'evaluators' in an HSEEP exercise?

Accepted Answer

Evaluators document performance against objectives; observers watch without formal documentation responsibilities

Answer

Evaluators have assigned responsibilities to systematically document performance against specific objectives using EEGs, while observers watch without formal evaluation duties.

Question 4

Which FEMA course provides foundational knowledge specifically on HSEEP exercise design and evaluation methodology?

Accepted Answer

IS-120: An Introduction to Exercises

Answer

IS-120 (An Introduction to Exercises) provides foundational knowledge of the HSEEP exercise program, including design, conduct, and evaluation of exercises.

Question 5

When developing exercise objectives, emergency managers should ensure they are:

Accepted Answer

Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART)

Answer

Exercise objectives should be SMART—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—to ensure they can be meaningfully evaluated during the exercise.

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CEM Exercise Design & Training Programs 3