Disaster Preparedness Quiz

1. The Continuity of Operations/Disaster Preparedness (COOP) Plan is organization-wide in scope and encompasses all programs. The purpose of the program is to provide mechanisms for effectively responding to a variety of emergencies and disasters that may occur within the organization, at sites where our programs are hosted, and in the community.

True

False

2. The Program Manager of each program will be designated as the Continuity of Operations/Disaster Preparedness (COOP) Coordinator for each program. Each COOP Coordinator will coordinate implementation of the plan for his/her program and ensure that adequate training is provided to staff to properly implement the plan.

True

False

3. In the event of an evacuation, proceed to the nearest practical fire exit. If you do not know the nearest fire exit, refer to the exit diagram located . Be prepared to use an alternate exit if necessary, in the event your primary evacuation route is blocked or otherwise unsafe to use.

On the wall of each room

On the CATS website

In the CATS manual

4. In the event of an evacuation, staff members are to meet the basic needs of clients for their personal safety and emotional support. Staff members will notify the client's parent/guardian as soon as possible for pickup/transfer. In no event are clients to be left alone during plan implementation. Site staff and management are responsible for the safety of all clients until they are transferred to the custody of a parent or guardian.

True

False

5. The Computer Systems/Data Integrity Continuity Plan is a formal statement of CATS' commitment to the safety and security of the Agency's computer systems and electronic data, including the confidential data that is part of the Agency's electronic medical records system.

True

False

6. In the event of an emergency requiring an evacuation, site management is not responsible for the safety of clients and staff, and does not have to account for staff, clients and other individuals who may be in the building at the time.

True

False

7. Staff, clients, or visitors can reenter an evacuated site without prior authorization from emergency response personnel, police, fire department or an authorized management staff person.

True

False

8. or a designee will contact the 911 emergency service, which will coordinate a response to all internal and external emergencies and/or disasters with appropriate police, fire and medical support. After emergency services have been called, administration will be notified.

The CATS President

CATS staff

Site management

9. In the event that CATS (or one or more locations) is closed prior to normal business hours because travel conditions are hazardous or for other weather related threats to safety, CATS will utilize local radio and/or television outlet services and/or the website, to communicate the closing to staff and clients. If no notice is given via those outlets, CATS should be considered:

Closed for business

Open for business

10. Alternate program sites will be established as needed, and staff resources will be reassigned as needed to meet specific needs during emergency situations or specific resource shortages. Alternate sites could include, but are not limited to (check all that apply):

Available space at schools

The homes of CATS staff

Religious organizations

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11. The Continuity of Operations/Disaster Preparedness Plan will be initiated by the President and/or the Administrator or a designee when a significant emergency or disaster has taken place or is imminent. Events that may trigger plan implementation include, but are not limited to (check all that apply):

Severe storms or weather emergencies impacting employee safety

Fires

Medical pandemics or threats

Bomb threats

Natural gas leaks

Bad hair day

Floods

Riots or civil disturbances

Accidents or other calamities resulting in severe disruption of services

Significant safety risks to clients and staff

Severe damage to buildings and/or critical equipment

Submit