NIMS ICS 100 Exam with complete
solutions 2024/2025
The Incident Command System (ICS) and NIMS are the same, and these terms can
be used interchangeably. - ANSWER- False
ICS could be used to manage a large sporting event or a visit from a foreign
dignitary. - ANSWER- True
ICS is a standardized, on-scene, widely applicable approach to incident
management. - ANSWER- True
This is Unit 1, we have a 10-37, Code 2." IIs this common terminology - ANSWER-
No
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of an Incident Action Plan (IAP)? -
ANSWER- It focuses on previous operational periods in order to provide lessons
learned.
Span of control refers to the fact that a supervisor can effectively manage an
unlimited amount of resources. - ANSWER- False
In part, comprehensive resource management describes standard mechanisms
used to identify requirements and acquire, mobilize, track, and demobilize
resources - ANSWER- True
Integrated communications are necessary to achieve situational awareness. -
ANSWER- True
Because incident details are often unknown at the start, command should not be
established until after the Incident Action Plan has been developed. - ANSWER-
False
, Unity of command means that every individual is accountable to and reports to
only one designated supervisor. - ANSWER- True
Chain of command restricts personnel from communicating or sharing
information outside their organizational units. - ANSWER- False
To promote accountability, which document outlines the method for coordinating
response operations? - ANSWER- Incident Action Plan
Supports the incident action planning process by tracking resources,
collecting/analyzing information, and maintaining documentation. - ANSWER-
Planning
Sets the incident objectives, strategies, and priorities, and has overall
responsibility for the incident. - ANSWER- Incident Command
Ensures that all intelligence/investigations operations and activities are properly
managed, coordinated, and directed. - ANSWER- Intelligence/Investigations
Conducts operations to reach the incident objectives. Establishes tactics and
directs all operational resources. - ANSWER- Operations
Monitors costs related to the incident. Provides accounting, procurement, time
recording, and cost analyses. - ANSWER- Finance/Administration
Arranges for resources and needed services to support achievement of the
incident objectives. - ANSWER- Logistics
The Deputy Incident Commander will be replacing the current Incident
Commander, who needs to attend to a family emergency.
The current Incident Commander should: - ANSWER- Provide a transfer-of-
command briefing to the new Commander
I work very closely with Operations to make sure that our people in the field are
wearing appropriate protective equipment and implementing safe tactical options.
- ANSWER- Safety Officer
I provide briefings to supporting Agency Representatives and work with them to
address their questions and concerns about the operation. I remain visible on the
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