Which NIMS Management Characteristic refers to personnel requested through appropriate authorities and established resource management systems? A. Management by Objectives
B. Manageable Span of Control
C. Incident Facilities and Locations
D. Dispatch/Deployment
The correct answer is D. Dispatch/Deployment.
Explanation: The Dispatch/Deployment characteristic of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) refers to the process of deploying personnel and resources as needed during an incident. This involves following the proper channels to request and allocate qualified personnel through established resource management systems, ensuring they are available wherever they are most needed during emergency operations.