SHHS Homeland Security ICS 100 Lessons 1;2 knowledge check – Flashcards

This directive describes the Nations approach to preparedness-one that involves the whole community, including individuals, businesses, community- and faith-based organizations, schools, tribes, and all levels of government (Federal, State, local, tribal and territorial).

Provides a systematic, proactive approach to guide departments and agencies at all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector to work seamlessly to prevent, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of incidents, regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity, in order to reduce the loss of life and property and harm to the environment.

Lack of accountability, unclear chains of command, poor communications, no standard organizational structure.

Communication used within ICS to promote understanding among all parties involved in managing an incident.

This person has the authority to establish objectives, make assignments, and order resources. This person works closely with staff and technical experts to analyze the situation and consider alternative strategies.

An orderly line of authority within the ranks of the incident management organization.

This is the term used when personnel report to only one ICS supervisor and receive work assignments only from their ICS supervisors.

Pertains to the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident.

Refers to personnel, supplies, and equipment.

The location from which the Incident Commander oversees all incident operations.

A temporary location where personnel and equipment are gathered while waiting to be assigned.

Establishing incident objectives and developing strategies based on those objectives.