FEMA certifications FEMA Public Assistance Program

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) Program?

Accepted Answer

To fund debris removal, emergency protective measures, and restoration of disaster-damaged infrastructure

Answer

The PA Program reimburses state, local, tribal, and territorial governments and eligible private nonprofits for eligible disaster response and recovery costs.

Question 2

Which of the following is a Category A eligible work type under FEMA's Public Assistance Program?

Accepted Answer

Debris removal

Answer

Category A covers debris removal — the clearance of debris deposited by a disaster that poses an immediate threat to life, public health, safety, or improved property.

Question 3

Under the PA Program, Category B refers to:

Accepted Answer

Emergency protective measures

Answer

Category B covers emergency protective measures taken before, during, or after a disaster to eliminate or reduce an immediate threat to life, public health, or safety.

Question 4

What is the federal cost share for FEMA Public Assistance projects?

Accepted Answer

75%

Answer

The standard federal cost share for Public Assistance projects is 75%, with the remaining 25% covered by the state and local applicant, though the President can authorize a higher share.

Question 5

Which entities are eligible applicants for FEMA's Public Assistance Program?

Accepted Answer

State, local, tribal, territorial governments and certain private nonprofits

Answer

PA applicants include state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, and eligible private nonprofit organizations that own or operate facilities that provide essential government-like services.

FEMA certifications Practice Test

FEMA certifications Practice Test

FEMA certifications FEMA Public Assistance Program