Emergency Response & Incident Management Flashcards

In incident priorities commonly taught in emergency management, which comes first?

Answer: Life safety

Life safety is always the top priority, followed by incident stabilization and property conservation.

After a workplace violence incident, why is preserving the scene important for security?

Answer: It protects evidence needed for investigation and prosecution

Securing the scene and controlling access protects physical evidence and chain of custody.

Which ICS position serves as the point of contact for representatives of assisting and cooperating agencies?

Answer: Liaison Officer

The Liaison Officer coordinates with outside agency representatives not included in Unified Command.

What is the purpose of a Joint Information Center (JIC) during a major incident?

Answer: To coordinate consistent public messaging across agencies

The JIC brings PIOs together so the public receives accurate, coordinated information.

During a severe weather warning such as a tornado, where should building occupants typically shelter?

Answer: Interior rooms on the lowest floor away from windows

Interior, windowless rooms on the lowest level offer the best protection from wind and debris.

Which phase of emergency management includes activities that reduce or eliminate long-term risk, such as installing blast-resistant glazing?

Answer: Mitigation

Mitigation lessens the impact of hazards before they occur through structural or nonstructural measures.

A mass notification system message during an emergency should ideally be:

Answer: Clear, concise, and state the hazard and required action

Effective emergency messages are brief, specific about the threat, and tell recipients exactly what to do.