FEMA National Response Framework 3

Question 1

The NRF identifies five mission areas. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Accepted Answer

Reimbursement

Answer

The five NRF mission areas are Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery — Reimbursement is not one.

Question 2

Who activates the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC)?

Accepted Answer

FEMA

Answer

FEMA activates and operates the NRCC to coordinate the federal response to major disasters and emergencies.

Question 3

Under the NRF, what is a Joint Field Office (JFO)?

Accepted Answer

A temporary federal facility established locally to coordinate response and recovery operations

Answer

The JFO is a temporary federal multiagency coordination center established in or near the affected area.

Question 4

What does the NRF's 'whole community' approach emphasize?

Accepted Answer

Engaging all members of the community including individuals, businesses, and nonprofits in preparedness and response

Answer

The whole community approach recognizes that everyone — not just government — plays a role in emergency management.

Question 5

Under the NRF, what triggers the activation of Emergency Support Functions at the federal level?

Accepted Answer

Anticipation of or an actual incident requiring federal response coordination

Answer

ESFs are activated when an incident exceeds local and state capabilities and federal coordination is needed.

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