FEMA certifications FEMA Community Preparedness

Question 1

What is Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training?

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A FEMA program training civilians in basic disaster response skills like fire safety, search and rescue, and medical operations

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A military reserves training program

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A certification for professional firefighters

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An online-only course about weather preparedness

Question 2

What is the purpose of FEMA's Individual Assistance program?

Accepted Answer

To provide financial help and services to individuals and households affected by a federally declared disaster

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To assist businesses with insurance claims

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To provide military personnel with housing

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To fund local government emergency operations

Question 3

What is the purpose of a continuity of operations plan (COOP)?

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To ensure essential functions continue during and after an emergency or disruption

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To plan the daily operations of an office

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To schedule employee vacations

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To budget for new equipment purchases

Question 4

What are the key elements of an effective emergency communication plan?

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Multiple communication methods, designated contacts, meeting points, and regular plan updates and practice

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Only a list of phone numbers

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A single emergency contact person

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A megaphone stored in the office

Question 5

What is FEMA's Public Assistance program?

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A program providing grants to state, local, and tribal governments and certain nonprofits for debris removal, emergency measures, and repair of disaster-damaged facilities

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Tax relief for disaster victims

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Free food distribution to the public

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Public awareness campaigns about natural disasters

Question 6

What is the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?

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A federal program providing flood insurance to property owners in participating communities that adopt floodplain management regulations

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A program that prevents all flooding

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Free flood insurance for all homeowners

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A program only for coastal properties