Emergency Management Emergency Management Legal and Professional Foundations Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Under the Stafford Act, which federal official has the authority to issue a major disaster declaration?

Accepted Answer

The President of the United States

Answer

The FEMA Administrator

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The Secretary of Homeland Security

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The state Governor

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?

Accepted Answer

To provide a standardized approach to incident management across all jurisdictions

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To fund state emergency operations

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To replace local emergency management agencies

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To authorize military deployment during disasters

Question 3

Which legal doctrine allows government officials to take extraordinary measures during an emergency without prior legislative approval?

Accepted Answer

Emergency powers doctrine

Answer

Sovereign immunity

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Mutual aid compact

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Good Samaritan law

Question 4

What does the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) primarily require?

Accepted Answer

Reporting of hazardous chemical storage and releases to the public

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Mandatory evacuation plans for all municipalities

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Federal funding for community shelters

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Annual certification of emergency managers

Question 5

In the Incident Command System (ICS), which section is responsible for tracking costs, personnel time, and procurement during an incident?

Accepted Answer

Finance/Administration Section

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Operations Section

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Planning Section

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Logistics Section

Question 6

Which federal law established the Department of Homeland Security and consolidated 22 agencies, including FEMA?

Accepted Answer

Homeland Security Act of 2002

Answer

USA PATRIOT Act of 2001

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Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006

Answer

National Security Act of 1947