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FEMA IS-394.A Protecting Your Home or Small Business From Disaster Answers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| An example of a structural measure to protect against damage is to: | Elevate a building in a flood-prone area. |
| Installing backflow valves is a measure used for which item below? | drain pipe |
| The most common type of disaster in the United States is: | Flooding. |
| One hazard that can be predicted days in advance is a: | Hurricane. |
| Sources of local government information about hazards affecting your area include: | All of the above. |
| To protect windows from wind damage, which measure is recommended? | Buy or make storm shutters |
| To prevent water from entering your home, what protective measure should you install if you have a floor drain? | Float plugs |
| Earthquakes occur most frequently: | West of the Rocky Mountains. |
| An example of a fire-resistant roofing material is: | Tile roofing. |
| The most common type of wildfire is a surface fire, which generally is started by: | People. |
| The cripple wall can be protected in an earthquake with the following measure. | Brace with horizontal blocking |
| Hazards reviewed in detail in the course include: | Flooding, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires. |
| The _ should be secured with sheet metal straps and angle bracing to protect against an earthquake. | Chimney |
| To reduce earthquake damage in homes with a perimeter foundation, you should make sure this is securely bolted to the foundation. | The sill plate |
| A nonstructural measure to avoid earthquake damage is: | Fastening water heaters. |
| To ensure a garage door is strong enough to resist hurricane-force winds, this measure would be required. | Install horizontal bracing |
| Which protective measure is used for propane and heating oil tanks to protect against flooding? | Moving to higher ground |
| What should you do with your washer and dryer to protect them from flooding? | Elevate them at least 1 foot above the projected flood level |
| What structures would be protected against wind damage by securing them with sliding bolts? | Double-entry doors |
| A nonstructural measure you can take before a hurricane is predicted to hit your area is: | Bring in outdoor furniture and other personal property kept outdoors. |
| Install hurricane straps to this structure to protect your home or small business from high winds. | Roof |
| To find the projected flood level for your home or place of business, you should consult: | A flood map of your community. |
| Retrofitting measures to protect against water damage include: | Elevating utilities and service equipment. |
| Structures that are especially susceptible to wind damage are: | Manufactured homes. |
| A measure that can be used to create a safety zone around a home or business to protect against wildfire is: | Do not connect wooden fencing directly to your home. |
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