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FEMA IS-100.PWB: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS 100) for Public Works Answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which of the following terms refers to the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident? | Span of control |
| Homeland Security Directive 5 (HSPD-5) requires Federal departments and agencies to: | Establish standardized organizational structures for communities to use in response to natural, technological, and manmade incidents. |
| Select the TRUE statement below. | The Incident Commander has the discretion to fill only those functions or positions necessary to meet incident objectives. |
| For effective span of control, there is a recommended ratio of one supervisor to: | Five subordinates. |
| Which action is INCONSISTENT with ICS chain of command principles? | After the Planning Section Chief assembles the Incident Action Plan, it must be approved by the Incident Commander. |
| Select the FALSE statement below. | The Incident Commander must fill all Command Staff functions (Public Information Officer, Safety Officer, and Liaison Officer) for every incident. |
| The Incident Command System (ICS) is: | A standardized approach to incident management that is applicable for use in all hazards. |
| TRUE OR FALSE: The ICS organizational structure established within the first operational period must be used throughout the lifecycle of the incident. | False |
| All of the following are true, EXCEPT: | NIMS requires that the Incident Command System (ICS) be activated as a last resort during domestic incidents. |
| Select the most compelling reason below to reduce the span of control ratio to 1:3. | During demobilization when additional supervisors are available. |
| TRUE OR FALSE: OSHA rule 1910.120 requires all organizations that handle hazardous materials to use ICS. | True |
| TRUE OR FALSE: To ensure consistency, all incidents will have someone assigned to assume each Command and General Staff position (Officers and Section Chiefs). | False |
| A school district is applying for Federal preparedness funds. What is required? | The day-to-day school structure needs to be reorganized into a Command and General Staff structure. |
| What is the correct term for the ICS principle that all personnel report only to one ICS supervisor? | Unity of Command |
| What does unity of command mean? | Personnel report to only one ICS supervisor. |
| Span of control refers to: | The number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident. |
| When communicating, ICS requires the use of: | Plain English. |
| TRUE OR FALSE: The Incident Command System (ICS) can be used to manage planned events, such as evacuation drills and festivals, in addition to actual incidents. | True |
| Select the FALSE statement below about the Incident Command System (ICS). | ICS is primarily a standardized organizational structure (chart) that is used in an identical fashion for every incident. |
| Select the factor below that is a primary consideration in determine the span of control ratio. | Supervisory expertise |
| TRUE OR FALSE: Resource management includes processes for reimbursing for resources and maintaining a resource inventory. | True |
| Select the FALSE statement below. | Chain of command restricts personnel to communicating or sharing information outside their organizational units. |
| Command is: | Directing, ordering, or controlling by virtue of explicit statutory, regulatory, or delegated authority. |
| The Incident Command System (ICS) is a viable application in all of the following situations, EXCEPT: | The oversight of a jurisdiction’s annual budget. |
| The ability to communicate within ICS is absolutely critical. To ensure efficient, clear communication, ICS requires the use of: | Common terminology. |
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