CRM CRM Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity 2

Question 1

When classifying vital records, which of the following would typically be classified as 'Class 1 - Vital'?

Accepted Answer

Incorporation documents, financial account records, and personnel records needed to resume operations

Answer

Incorporation documents, financial account records, and personnel records needed to resume operations are classified as Class 1 - Vital because they are irreplaceable and essential.

Question 2

What is the recommended frequency for testing a records disaster recovery plan?

Accepted Answer

At least annually, and after any significant change to systems or facilities

Answer

Disaster recovery plans should be tested at least annually and after any significant change to ensure they remain effective and all staff know their roles.

Question 3

What does 'electronic vaulting' provide as a disaster recovery technique for records?

Accepted Answer

Automatic, continuous or frequent backup of electronic records to a remote site

Answer

Electronic vaulting automatically backs up electronic records to a remote site continuously or frequently, providing near-real-time recovery capability.

Question 4

Which factor MOST determines how frequently vital records backups should be performed?

Accepted Answer

The volume of records created daily and the organization's acceptable data loss tolerance (RPO)

Answer

Backup frequency is primarily determined by the volume of records created and the organization's RPO — its acceptable tolerance for data loss measured in time.

Question 5

After a disaster, what is the FIRST step a records manager should take?

Accepted Answer

Assess the scope of records damage and loss before initiating recovery procedures

Answer

The first step is to assess the scope of damage and loss, as this assessment drives all subsequent recovery decisions and priorities.

(CRM) Certified Records Management Practice Test

(CRM) Certified Records Management Practice Test

CRM CRM Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity 2