CSC Emergency Response & Preparedness 2

Question 1

Which framework is widely used by U.S. organizations to structure incident command during environmental emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Incident Command System (ICS)

Answer

The Incident Command System (ICS) is the standardized on-scene emergency management system used across U.S. agencies and organizations.

Question 2

A sustainability consultant reviewing a corporate emergency plan notices it lacks a defined 'continuity of operations' section. Why is this critical for sustainability?

Accepted Answer

It ensures essential functions continue during disruptions, reducing long-term environmental and economic impact

Answer

Continuity of operations planning (COOP) ensures critical functions persist through disasters, minimizing cascading environmental and economic harm.

Question 3

Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120, which type of facility must have a written emergency response plan for hazardous substance releases?

Accepted Answer

Facilities where hazardous substances may be released intentionally or accidentally

Answer

OSHA 1910.120 (HAZWOPER) requires a written emergency response plan for any facility where hazardous substance releases may occur.

Question 4

When a chemical plant experiences an accidental release of a listed hazardous substance above the reportable quantity, which federal agency must be notified first under CERCLA?

Accepted Answer

National Response Center (NRC)

Answer

CERCLA Section 103 requires immediate notification to the National Response Center (NRC) when a reportable quantity of a hazardous substance is released.

Question 5

Which concept describes the ability of a community or organization to anticipate, prepare for, respond to, and adapt to incremental change and sudden disruptions?

Accepted Answer

Resilience

Answer

Resilience encompasses the full cycle of anticipating, preparing, responding, and adapting to both gradual changes and acute disruptions.

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CSC Emergency Response & Preparedness 2