NIMS Training & Exercises

Question 1

What federal program provides a standardized policy and methodology for designing, developing, conducting, and evaluating emergency management exercises?

Accepted Answer

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Answer

HSEEP is FEMA's doctrine and policy framework for the design, development, conduct, and evaluation of exercises using a capabilities-based approach.

Question 2

Which of the following is classified as a discussion-based exercise under HSEEP?

Accepted Answer

Tabletop exercise (TTX)

Answer

Tabletop exercises are discussion-based, involving key personnel who discuss simulated scenarios in an informal, low-stress setting.

Question 3

Which type of exercise is classified as operations-based and tests a single specific function in a real-time environment?

Accepted Answer

Drill

Answer

Drills are operations-based exercises that test a single specific operation or function, such as activating an emergency notification system.

Question 4

What document produced after an exercise identifies strengths, areas for improvement, and assigns responsibility for corrective actions?

Accepted Answer

After Action Report/Improvement Plan (AAR/IP)

Answer

The AAR/IP documents overall exercise findings and includes an Improvement Plan that assigns corrective actions to responsible parties with target completion dates.

Question 5

Which FEMA independent study course is specifically designed to introduce personnel to the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?

Accepted Answer

IS-700

Answer

IS-700 (An Introduction to NIMS) is the foundational FEMA course that covers the core concepts, components, and principles of the National Incident Management System.

(NIMS) National Incident Management System Certification Practice Test

(NIMS) National Incident Management System Certification Practice Test

NIMS Training & Exercises