Emergency Response Planning Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a Business Impact Analysis (BIA) in emergency planning?
Answer: To identify critical functions and the impact of their disruption
A BIA identifies critical business functions and assesses the potential impact of their disruption, helping prioritize recovery efforts.
During a shelter-in-place order, which action should be taken to protect building occupants from external airborne hazards?
Answer: Shut down HVAC systems and seal entry points
Shutting down HVAC and sealing entry points prevents contaminated outside air from entering the building during a shelter-in-place event.
What does NIMS stand for in the context of U.S. emergency management?
Answer: National Incident Management System
NIMS stands for National Incident Management System, which provides a standardized approach to incident management across all levels of government.
How often should emergency action plans be reviewed and updated according to OSHA best practices?
Answer: At least annually or whenever conditions change
OSHA recommends reviewing emergency action plans at least annually and whenever workplace conditions change significantly.
Which type of emergency drill involves moving through all response procedures except actual resource deployment?
Answer: Functional exercise
A functional exercise tests specific functions of the emergency plan in a realistic but simulated environment without full resource deployment.
What is the recommended minimum distance for an emergency assembly point from the affected building?
Answer: 500 feet
Emergency assembly points should generally be at least 500 feet from the building to protect evacuees from secondary hazards.