Emergency Services Disaster Response and FEMA

Question 1

What does FEMA stand for?

Accepted Answer

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Answer

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is the US agency responsible for coordinating disaster response and preparedness.

Question 2

What are the four phases of emergency management according to FEMA?

Accepted Answer

Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, Recovery

Answer

FEMA's four phases are Mitigation (reducing risk), Preparedness (planning), Response (immediate action), and Recovery (restoration).

Question 3

What is the National Incident Management System (NIMS)?

Accepted Answer

A standardized approach to incident management used by all levels of government and the private sector

Answer

NIMS provides a consistent nationwide framework for government, private sector, and NGOs to work together during incidents.

Question 4

What is a 'Presidential Disaster Declaration'?

Accepted Answer

A formal designation that unlocks federal disaster assistance for a state or territory

Answer

A Presidential Major Disaster Declaration triggers federal assistance programs including grants, loans, and technical support for affected areas.

Question 5

What is the Stafford Act?

Accepted Answer

The primary federal law authorizing disaster assistance from the federal government to states

Answer

The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act provides the legal authority for most federal disaster assistance programs.

Emergency Services Practice Test