Nims 36197 Section 1, Incident Command System
Study Guide for NIMS book 36197,(Section 1 Only) Book 1 First Edition, Model Procedures Guide for Incidents Involving Structural Fire Fighting, High-Rise, Multi-Casualty, Highway, and Managing Large Scale Incidents Using NIMS-ICS.
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What is the mission statement of the North Shore Fire Department?
- 2.
The completion of incident priorities intends to:
- A.
Fix Command depending on arrival sequence of members.
- B.
Minimize effects by keeping the incident from escalating.
- C.
Establish an effective incident organization.
- D.
Provide a system for transfer of command.
- E.
Define activities and responsibilities.
Correct Answer
B. Minimize effects by keeping the incident from escalating.Explanation
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The completion of incident priorities intends to do all of the following except:
- A.
Ensure Life-Safety throughout the incident.
- B.
Bring the incident under control.
- C.
Provide for recovery.
- D.
Process information.
- E.
Keep the incident from escalating.
Correct Answer
D. Process information.Explanation
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Command procedures are designed to do all of the following except.
- A.
Fix responsibility for command.
- B.
Minimize effects by keeping the incident from escalating.
- C.
Process information to support decision making.
- D.
Define activities and responsibilities.
- E.
Provide a system for transfer of command.
Correct Answer
B. Minimize effects by keeping the incident from escalating.Explanation
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- 5.
The incident priority of Property Conservation includes all of the following items except:
- A.
Control
- B.
Property
- C.
Infrastructure
- D.
Evidence
- E.
Economy
Correct Answer
A. ControlExplanation
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The incident priority of Property Conservation includes all of the following items except:
- A.
Minimize effects.
- B.
Provide for recovery.
- C.
Environment.
- D.
Economy.
- E.
Evidence.
Correct Answer
A. Minimize effects.Explanation
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- 7.
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding achieving incident priorities?
- A.
Strategy includes deploying and directing resources.
- B.
Tactics include a general plan or direction.
- C.
Incident objectives should be measurable.
- D.
Incident objectives hinge on specific strategies.
Correct Answer
C. Incident objectives should be measurable. -
- 8.
The IC is responsible for developing an organizational structure using...
- A.
Organizational Hierarchy
- B.
Tactical Control Measures
- C.
Standard Operating Guidelines
- D.
Organizational Development
Correct Answer
C. Standard Operating GuidelinesExplanation
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Which of the following are functions of command that must be addressed immediately?
- A.
Immediately attempt to rescue trapped victims.
- B.
Control the communications process.
- C.
Choose a one-word identifier for command.
- D.
Choose either the Investigation or Fast-Attack Option.
Correct Answer
B. Control the communications process.Explanation
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- 10.
The size and complexity of the NIMS Organizational Structure is determined by...
- A.
The scope of the emergency and availability of resources.
- B.
Standard Operating Guidelines and the scope of the emergency.
- C.
Organizational Hierarchy and Standard Operating Guidelines.
- D.
Initial response and availability of resources.
Correct Answer
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The Incident Command System organizational structure develops in a modular form based upon...
- A.
The nature, complexity, and size of the incident.
- B.
Standard Operating Guidelines.
- C.
The method of growth of the organization.
- D.
The number of tiers in the organizational chart.
Correct Answer
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Which of the following would not be considered one of the Incident Objectives?
- A.
Extinguishment.
- B.
Ventilation.
- C.
Communication.
- D.
Exposures.
- E.
Salvage.
Correct Answer
C. Communication.Explanation
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Command procedures are designed to do all of the following except.
- A.
Fixes Command depending on arrival sequence of members.
- B.
Provide a system for transfer of command.
- C.
Fixes Command depending on a standard identification system.
- D.
Establish an effective incident organization.
- E.
Completion of incident priorities.
Correct Answer
E. Completion of incident priorities.Explanation
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- 14.
Which of the following is NOT considered a function of command?
- A.
Initial radio report.
- B.
Briefing from the previous IC.
- C.
Controlling the communications process.
- D.
Assigning resources.
- E.
Reviewing the Incident Action Plan
Correct Answer
A. Initial radio report.Explanation
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- 15.
Of the 8 functions of command, which must be addressed immediately?
- A.
The first three.
- B.
The first six.
- C.
The first two.
- D.
The first Four.
- E.
The first five.
Correct Answer
E. The first five.Explanation
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Which of the following is a function of command that does not necessarily need to be completed immediately?
- A.
Maintain a tactical worksheet.
- B.
Develop an Incident Action Plan
- C.
Control the communications process.
- D.
Coordinate activity for all command and general staff.
- E.
Determine incident objectives
Correct Answer
D. Coordinate activity for all command and general staff.Explanation
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Is the following statement True or False? "A single company incident may only require that the company or unit acknowledge its arrival on the scene".
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
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Which of the following identifiers would be most appropriate when naming command?
- A.
Oakland Avenue Command
- B.
Oakland Command
- C.
North Oakland Command
- D.
Oakland @ Capitol Drive command
Correct Answer
B. Oakland CommandExplanation
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In order for any message sender to obtain confirmation that his radio message/order was received, understood, and the receiver is taking correct action...
- A.
The radio message must be repeated.
- B.
The radio message must be heard.
- C.
The radio message must be repeated in its entirety.
- D.
The sender must be sure to speak loud and clear.
Correct Answer
A. The radio message must be repeated.Explanation
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- 20.
Which of the following is NOT one of the Command Options that an IC may choose when establishing command?
- A.
Investigation Option
- B.
Fast-Attack Option
- C.
Defensive Option
- D.
Command-Post Option
Correct Answer
C. Defensive OptionExplanation
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Which of the following would NOT be a reason for a first arriving officer to choose the Fast-Attack option when assuming command?
- A.
Working incidents that require further investigation by the company officer.
- B.
Marginal situations.
- C.
Critical life safety situations.
- D.
Report of the smell of smoke in a residential care facility.
Correct Answer
D. Report of the smell of smoke in a residential care facility.Explanation
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The Fast Attack option should not last more than a few minutes within the IDLH atmosphere and will end with one of the following:
- A.
Command is transferred to another officer.
- B.
The situation is stabilized.
- C.
The situation is not stabilized or transfer of command has not taken place.
- D.
All of the answers are correct.
Correct Answer
D. All of the answers are correct.Explanation
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What MUST be initiated when the IC chooses the Command-Post option?
- A.
A tactical worksheet.
- B.
A par check.
- C.
An Incident Action Plan.
- D.
A dedicated staging area.
Correct Answer
A. A tactical worksheet.Explanation
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Which of the following statements regarding the Command-Post Option is true? (1)The officer may place the company into action with the remaining members.One of the company members will serve as the acting company officer. (2) The officer may assign the crew members to to work under the supervision of another company officer.
- A.
Only statement 1 is true.
- B.
Only statement 2 is true.
- C.
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true.
- D.
Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true.
Correct Answer
C. Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true.Explanation
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Which of the following terms refers to an Operational Mode?
- A.
Fast Attack
- B.
Command-Post
- C.
Investigation
- D.
Offensive
Correct Answer
D. OffensiveExplanation
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When determining which operational mode will be used, what is the SECOND thing that must be determined by the IC?
- A.
How long responders can be expected to sustain an interior attack.
- B.
A risk/benefit evaluation.
- C.
Number of potential victims.
- D.
Size and scope of the incident.
Correct Answer
A. How long responders can be expected to sustain an interior attack.Explanation
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Which of the following is the ultimate example of not being responsible for the safety of personnel?
- A.
Failure to assume command.
- B.
Failure to do a PAR check
- C.
Failure to establish a RIT
- D.
Failure to do a risk/benefit evaluation.
Correct Answer
D. Failure to do a risk/benefit evaluation.Explanation
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- 28.
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice?
- A.
Assuming Command
- B.
Transferring Command
- C.
Initiating Command
- D.
Passing Command
Correct Answer
D. Passing CommandExplanation
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The transfer of command procedures through various ranking officers must:
- A.
Be followed according to NIMS.
- B.
Be predetermined in SOG's by the local departments.
- C.
Be followed according to NFPA 1500.
- D.
Be predetermined according to state statute.
Correct Answer
B. Be predetermined in SOG's by the local departments.Explanation
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- 30.
The person being relieved will brief the officer assuming command, indicating at least the following:
- A.
Number of personnel on scene.
- B.
Verbally where resources have been assigned.
- C.
Tactical priorities.
- D.
Tasks that have been completed.
Correct Answer
B. Verbally where resources have been assigned.Explanation
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Should a situation occur where a later-arriving company or chief officer cannot locate or communicate with command (after several radio attempts)......
- A.
The company or chief officer will assume and announce their assumption of command.
- B.
The company officer will immediately do a PAR check.
- C.
The company officer, on arrival, will immediately order an evacuation of the structure.
- D.
The company officer will attempt to do a face-to-face with command.
Correct Answer
A. The company or chief officer will assume and announce their assumption of command.Explanation
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What provides the most effective framework for Command transfer?
- A.
Tactical worksheet.
- B.
Face-to face communication.
- C.
Proper command structure.
- D.
Efficient flow of information.
Correct Answer
A. Tactical worksheet.Explanation
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Which of the following represents the acronym LCAN which is used to deliver progress reports?
- A.
Locate, Confirm, Action, Notification
- B.
Logistics, Communication, Assignments, Needs
- C.
Location, Conditions, Actions, Needs
- D.
Liaison, Confinement, Assessment, Notifications
Correct Answer
C. Location, Conditions, Actions, NeedsExplanation
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Later-arriving, higher-ranking chief officers assuming Command must conduct the transfer face-to-face at the command post.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
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- 35.
An option to complete a brief and concise progress report would be to use the following acronym:
- A.
LANCE
- B.
CLAN
- C.
LCAN
- D.
PLAN
Correct Answer
C. LCANExplanation
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True or False: An Incident Action Plan must Allways be written.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
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Action planning starts with...
- A.
Pre-fire plans.
- B.
Proper training.
- C.
Safety as the primary objective.
- D.
A size-up of the situation.
Correct Answer
D. A size-up of the situation.Explanation
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- 38.
Which of the following words relates to strategies?
- A.
What
- B.
Who
- C.
When
- D.
How
- E.
Where
Correct Answer
A. WhatExplanation
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The only change in using ICS on a very large incident rather than a small incident is....
- A.
The number of boxes in the organizational chart.
- B.
The time needed to develop a more complex organization.
- C.
The number of resources needed to meet organizational objectives.
- D.
The method of growth of the basic emergency management organization to meet the increased needs.
Correct Answer
D. The method of growth of the basic emergency management organization to meet the increased needs.Explanation
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Which of the following describes a member of the general staff?
- A.
Section Chief
- B.
Director
- C.
Supervisor
- D.
Unit Leader
- E.
Single Resource
Correct Answer
A. Section ChiefExplanation
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Which of the following is an individual responsible for command of a branch?
- A.
Section Chief
- B.
Single Resource
- C.
Director
- D.
Unit Leader
- E.
Supervisor
Correct Answer
C. DirectorExplanation
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The Incident Action Plan should cover ....
- A.
All strategic responsibilities.
- B.
Tactical objectives.
- C.
Support activities.
- D.
All of the answers are correct.
Correct Answer
D. All of the answers are correct.Explanation
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Which of the following is an individual responsible for command of a Division?
- A.
Section Chief
- B.
Director
- C.
Supervisor
- D.
Unit Leader
- E.
Single Resource
Correct Answer
C. SupervisorExplanation
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Which of the following describes an individual responsible for managing a particular activity in the operations, planning, logistics, or Finance/Administration Sections?
- A.
Unit Leader
- B.
Section Chief
- C.
Director
- D.
Single Resource
- E.
Supervisor
Correct Answer
A. Unit LeaderExplanation
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The two basic components of the ICS organizational development are the...
- A.
Incident Action Plan and tactical worksheet
- B.
Initial response and the reinforced response.
- C.
Offensive mode and defensive mode.
- D.
Strategic level and the tactical level
Correct Answer
B. Initial response and the reinforced response.Explanation
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The terms Divisions or Groups are..
- A.
Tactical level management components.
- B.
Task level components
- C.
Strategic level components
- D.
Only used in multi-level incidents.
Correct Answer
A. Tactical level management components.Explanation
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The basic configuration of command includes which three levels?
- A.
Investigation option, fast attack option, and command post option.
- B.
Strategic level, tactical level, and task level.
- C.
Awareness level, operational level, and technician level.
- D.
Level A, Level B, and Level C
Correct Answer
B. Strategic level, tactical level, and task level.Explanation
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Which of the following is NOT a strategic level responsibility?
- A.
Establishment of overall incident objectives.
- B.
Prediction of outcomes.
- C.
Assignment of specific objectives.
- D.
Development of an IAP
- E.
Specific geographic areas or functions.
Correct Answer
E. Specific geographic areas or functions.Explanation
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Which of the following statements is correct? (1)Tactical Level Supervisors direct operational activities toward specific objectives. (2)Tactical Level Supervisors supervise grouped resources and are reponsible for specific geographic areas or functions.
- A.
Staement 1 is true.
- B.
Statement 2 is true.
- C.
Statement 1 is true, statement 2 is false.
- D.
Statement 2 is true, statement 1 is false.
- E.
Both statement 1 and two are true.
Correct Answer
E. Both statement 1 and two are true.Explanation
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Which of the following statements is correct? (1) The Division level is organizationally between Single Resources, Task Forces, or Strike Teams and the Branch/Ops/IC. (2) The Group level is organizationally between Single Resources, Task Forces, or Strike Teams and the Branch/Ops/IC.
- A.
Staement 1 is true.
- B.
Statement 2 is true.
- C.
Statement 1 is true, statement 2 is false.
- D.
Statement 2 is true, statement 1 is false.
- E.
Both statement 1 and two are true.
Correct Answer
E. Both statement 1 and two are true.Explanation
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