Emergency Planning & Response Flashcards
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Which element is MOST critical when developing an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for a multi-story commercial building?
Answer: Designating assembly areas and evacuation routes for each floor
An EAP must include clearly designated assembly areas and evacuation routes for each floor to ensure orderly egress during emergencies.
Under OSHA's Emergency Action Plan standard (29 CFR 1910.38), how many employees triggers the requirement for a written EAP?
Answer: More than 10 employees
OSHA requires a written EAP when an employer has more than 10 employees; smaller organizations may communicate the plan orally.
During a hazardous materials spill, the FIRST action of the Incident Commander should be to:
Answer: Establish incident command and assess the situation
The Incident Commander must first establish command authority and assess the situation before directing any tactical response actions.
What is the purpose of a 'hot zone' designation during a hazmat incident?
Answer: To restrict access to the area of highest contamination risk
The hot zone (exclusion zone) is the area of highest contamination where only properly equipped responders may enter.
A Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) differs from a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) primarily because COOP:
Answer: Focuses on maintaining government essential functions during a disruption
COOP is a government-sector framework focused on sustaining essential mission functions, while BCP is more broadly used in the private sector.
Which ICS position is responsible for ensuring responder safety and health during an incident?
Answer: Safety Officer
The Safety Officer has authority to immediately stop unsafe operations and is responsible for monitoring and assessing responder safety throughout the incident.
When conducting a post-incident analysis (After Action Review), which question is MOST important to address first?
Answer: What was supposed to happen according to the plan?
A post-incident review begins by establishing the intended plan as a baseline before comparing actual events to identify gaps.