National Response Framework Flashcards
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The NRF identifies five mission areas. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
Answer: Reimbursement
The five NRF mission areas are Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery — Reimbursement is not one.
Who activates the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC)?
Answer: FEMA
FEMA activates and operates the NRCC to coordinate the federal response to major disasters and emergencies.
Under the NRF, what is a Joint Field Office (JFO)?
Answer: A temporary federal facility established locally to coordinate response and recovery operations
The JFO is a temporary federal multiagency coordination center established in or near the affected area.
What does the NRF's 'whole community' approach emphasize?
Answer: Engaging all members of the community including individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in preparedness and response
The whole community approach recognizes that everyone — not just government — plays a role in emergency management.
Under the NRF, what triggers the activation of Emergency Support Functions at the federal level?
Answer: Anticipation of or an actual incident requiring federal response coordination
ESFs are activated when an incident exceeds local and state capabilities and federal coordination is needed.
Which NRF principle ensures that all responding entities use compatible procedures and communications?
Answer: Unity of effort
Unity of effort allows agencies with different authorities to work together toward shared objectives using compatible systems.