Question

11. Which major NIMS Component describes systems and methods that help to ensure that incident personnel and other decision makers have the means and information they need to make and communicate decisions? A. Command and Coordination B. Communications and Information Management C. Resource Management

Answer 1

Answer: B - Communications and Information Management

Explanation: NIMS (National Incident Management System) is a system initiated by the Federal Government to assist responders on how to respond and react to emergencies.

There are six components of NIMS and they include:

1. Command & Management

2. Preparedness

3.Resource Management

4. Communications and Information Management

5. Supporting Technologies

6. On-going Management Maintenance

Our focus is on the Communications and Information Management. It has to do with how information and decision making is managed and how well it is communicated to all the necessary personnel.