CSS Emergency Response & Crisis Management 2

Question 1

During a bomb threat, which action should a security supervisor take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Notify law enforcement and follow established bomb threat protocols

Answer

The first action is to notify law enforcement and follow the facility's established bomb threat checklist before initiating evacuation decisions.

Question 2

An incident command system (ICS) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A standardized on-scene emergency management system that allows integrated communication

Answer

ICS is a standardized, on-scene emergency management system designed to allow integrated command across agencies and disciplines.

Question 3

Which document typically outlines the chain of command and responsibilities during a major security emergency?

Accepted Answer

Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

Answer

An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) defines roles, responsibilities, and chain of command during emergencies.

Question 4

When managing an active shooter situation, the DHS-recommended response for occupants is:

Accepted Answer

Run, Hide, Fight

Answer

DHS recommends the 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol: evacuate if possible, hide if not, and fight as a last resort.

Question 5

Triage in a mass casualty incident prioritizes victims based on:

Accepted Answer

Severity of injury and survivability

Answer

Triage categorizes victims by injury severity and likelihood of survival to allocate limited medical resources effectively.

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