Question 1

Nonprofit associations are not eligible under public assistance programs.

Accepted Answer

Nonprofit associations are eligible for certain public assistance programs, such as grants and loans from the government or private foundations, depending on the specific program and criteria. However, they may not be eligible for certain tax exemptions or benefits.

Question 2

Individual assistance is available to business owners.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

The National Response Framework is no longer used to coordinate long-term recovery activities.

Accepted Answer

The National Response Framework (NRF) is a comprehensive all-hazards plan that guides the nation's efforts to prepare for, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents, regardless of cause, size, or complexity. The NRF is used to coordinate long-term recovery activities.

Question 4

FEMA's National Processing Service Centers (NPSCs)perform which of the following functions?
A) Serve as the headquarters for the Federal Coordinating Officer
B) Provide stockpiled pharmaceutical resources to areas affected by disasters
C) Provide centralized disaster application services to disaster victims
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

FEMA's National Processing Service Centers (NPSCs) provide centralized disaster application services to disaster victims. They do not serve as the headquarters for the Federal Coordinating Officer or provide stockpiled pharmaceutical resources to areas affected by disasters.

Question 5

The NDRF was first used in the recovery from Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast.

Accepted Answer

The NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) is an Indian specialized force constituted for the purpose of specialist response to a threatening disaster situation or disaster under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. Hurricane Katrina occurred in the United States, not India.

Question 6

Which of the following plays the largest role in providing the technical and financial support for recovery?
A) The State Government
B) The Federal Government
C) The Local Government
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The Federal Government plays the largest role in providing technical and financial support for recovery. This is because of its extensive resources and funding mechanisms that are designed to mitigate the impact of disasters, including providing aid and assistance to affected communities. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a key agency responsible for coordinating response and recovery efforts in the aftermath of natural disasters, and plays a crucial role in providing funding and technical support to communities in need. While state and local governments also play important roles, they often rely on the support of the federal government to fully address the needs of their communities in the wake of a disaster.

Question 7

Decisions during recovery are predominantly driven by local government.

Accepted Answer

Local government plays a significant role in decision-making during the recovery process. They are responsible for prioritizing recovery efforts, allocating resources, and coordinating with state and federal agencies. However, decisions may also involve input from community members, non-profit organizations, and businesses.

Question 8

Which of the following establishes the Disaster Recovery Centers?
A) Disaster Coordination Center (DCC)
B) Joint Operations Center (JOC)
C) Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
D) Joint Field Office (JFO)

Accepted Answer

The establishment of Disaster Recovery Centers is the responsibility of the Joint Field Office (JFO). The JFO is set up to coordinate federal disaster response and recovery efforts and is responsible for managing the on-the-ground operations during a disaster. The Disaster Coordination Center (DCC), Joint Operations Center (JOC), and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) are also involved in disaster response, but they do not specifically establish or manage the Disaster Recovery Centers.

Question 9

Which of the following is not a category of federal disaster assistance?
A) Individual Assistance
B) Community Assistance
C) Public Assistance
D) Hazard Mitigation Assistance

Accepted Answer

Community Assistance is not a category of federal disaster assistance. The correct categories are Individual Assistance, Public Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation Assistance.

Question 10

Which of the following is a program that supports teams of contractors and City inspectors who travel into Hurricane Sandy-impacted neighborhoods to make necessary repairs to damaged homes?
A) Sandy Supplemental
B) Cora Brown Fund
C) Hurricane Emergency Sales Tax Exemption Program
D) NYC Rapid Repairs Program

Accepted Answer

The NYC Rapid Repairs Program supports teams of contractors and City inspectors who travel into Hurricane Sandy-impacted neighborhoods to make necessary repairs to damaged homes.

Question 11

Which Emergency Support Function (of the National Response Framework)addressed long-term community recovery and mitigation needs prior to being superseded by the National Disaster Recover Framework?
A) ESF#3
B) ESF#7
C) ESF#14
D) ESF#18

Accepted Answer

ESF#14 addressed long-term community recovery and mitigation needs prior to being superseded by the National Disaster Recovery Framework. ESF#3 addressed public works and engineering, ESF#7 addressed logistics, and ESF#18 addressed business and economic recovery.

Question 12

The NDRF coordinates disaster recovery through six of which of the following?
A) State Disaster Recover Coordinators
B) Recovery Principles
C) Recover Support Functions
D) Local Disaster Recovery Managers

Accepted Answer

The NDRF coordinates disaster recovery through six Recovery Support Functions (RSFs) including: Emergency Management, Firefighting, Hazardous Materials, Law Enforcement, Medical, and Search and Rescue. State Disaster Recover Coordinators and Local Disaster Recovery Managers may be involved in implementing these RSFs, but they are not one of the six RSFs themselves. Recovery Principles are broad guidelines for disaster recovery but do not involve specific coordination of resources.

Question 13

Which of the following is generally involved in the recovery process?
A) The business community
B) The Federal, State, and Local governments
C) Community Activists
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above are generally involved in the recovery process. The business community can help with economic revitalization, while the government at all levels can provide funding, resources, and infrastructure. Community activists can advocate for the needs of local residents and provide support and resources to affected individuals and families.

Question 14

FEMA Disaster housing grants are normally processed within how many days of application?
A) 10
B) 20
C) 30
D) 50

Accepted Answer

FEMA disaster housing grants are typically processed within 10 days of receiving a completed application. This is to ensure that those in need of immediate housing assistance can receive help as quickly as possible.

Question 15

Unlike the response function,the efforts of the recovery function or process have a singular focus.

Accepted Answer

The recovery function or process in emergency management is multifaceted, focusing on various aspects such as rebuilding infrastructure, restoring community functions, and providing support to affected individuals and businesses, rather than having a singular focus.

Question 16

It can be difficult to measure where response ends and recovery begins.

Accepted Answer

Response and recovery are closely related processes, and the transition between the two can be subjective and vary depending on the situation. Therefore, it can be difficult to clearly define where one ends and the other begins.

Question 17

When can recovery begin?
A) In the initial hours after a disaster has occurred
B) In the first few days after a disaster has occurred
C) In the first few weeks after a disaster has occurred
D) Any of the above

Accepted Answer

Recovery can begin at any time after a disaster has occurred, depending on the nature and severity of the disaster. In some cases, recovery efforts may begin in the initial hours or days after the disaster, while in others, it may take weeks or even months before recovery efforts can begin. Ultimately, the timeline for recovery will depend on a variety of factors, including the extent of the damage, the availability of resources, and the willingness and ability of affected individuals and communities to participate in the recovery process.

Question 18

Some components of the Individuals and Households Program may be administered by the local government.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Some components of the Individuals and Households...

Question 19

For which of the following entities is Individual Assistance program support not available?
A) Tribal governments
B) Individuals
C) Families
D) Small businesses

Accepted Answer

The Individual Assistance program support is not available for tribal governments as they can access disaster assistance through other federal programs specifically designed for tribes.

Question 20

The FEMA Disaster Housing Program provides grants to repair family homes back to their original pre-disaster condition.

Accepted Answer

The FEMA Disaster Housing Program provides temporary housing options such as rental assistance, hotel stays, and manufactured homes. They do not provide grants to repair family homes.

Quiz 7: The Disciplines of Emergency Management: Recovery

Nonprofit associations are not eligible under public assistance programs.

Individual assistance is available to business owners.

The National Response Framework is no longer used to coordinate long-term recovery activities.

FEMA's National Processing Service Centers (NPSCs) perform which of the following functions?

The NDRF was first used in the recovery from Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast.

Which of the following plays the largest role in providing the technical and financial support for recovery?

Decisions during recovery are predominantly driven by local government.

Which of the following establishes the Disaster Recovery Centers?

Which of the following is not a category of federal disaster assistance?

Which of the following is a program that supports teams of contractors and City inspectors who travel into Hurricane Sandy-impacted neighborhoods to make necessary repairs to damaged homes?

Which Emergency Support Function (of the National Response Framework) addressed long-term community recovery and mitigation needs prior to being superseded by the National Disaster Recover Framework?

The NDRF coordinates disaster recovery through six of which of the following?

Which of the following is generally involved in the recovery process?

FEMA Disaster housing grants are normally processed within how many days of application?

Unlike the response function,the efforts of the recovery function or process have a singular focus.

It can be difficult to measure where response ends and recovery begins.

When can recovery begin?

Some components of the Individuals and Households Program may be administered by the local government.

For which of the following entities is Individual Assistance program support not available?

The FEMA Disaster Housing Program provides grants to repair family homes back to their original pre-disaster condition.