PSP Emergency Planning and Response 3

Question 1

What is the PRIMARY goal of an after-action report (AAR) following an emergency exercise or actual incident?

Accepted Answer

Identify strengths and areas for improvement to enhance future response

Answer

The primary purpose of an AAR is to identify what worked well and what needs improvement so that emergency plans and training can be refined.

Question 2

Which FEMA doctrine establishes the roles, responsibilities, and coordinating structures for emergency support at the national level?

Accepted Answer

NRF (National Response Framework)

Answer

The National Response Framework (NRF) establishes roles, responsibilities, and coordinating structures for a unified national response to disasters.

Question 3

A physical security professional is updating the facility's emergency plan. Which step should be performed FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a risk and hazard assessment of the facility

Answer

A risk and hazard assessment must be conducted first to identify the specific threats and vulnerabilities that the emergency plan must address.

Question 4

What does the term 'continuity of operations' (COOP) specifically refer to in the context of emergency planning?

Accepted Answer

Sustaining essential functions during and after an emergency disruption

Answer

COOP refers to the planning and preparation needed to ensure an organization can sustain its essential functions during and following an emergency disruption.

Question 5

When establishing an emergency communication plan, which factor is MOST important for reaching all employees?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring the plan accounts for employees who may be off-site or traveling

Answer

Effective emergency communication plans must account for all employees, including those off-site or traveling, to ensure no one is left without critical safety information.

PSP - Physical Security Professional Practice Test

PSP - Physical Security Professional Practice Test

PSP Emergency Planning and Response 3