Question

The highest priority in emergency response plans should be to ______. a. protect human life b. protect the environment c. restore programs and normal operations d. preserve physical assets

Answer 1

Answer: a. protect human life

Explanation: Irregardless of the nature of the emergency or hazard, the primary objective of every emergency response plan is to protect human life which is achieved by preventing fatalities and injuries.  In addition to these, other objectives of the emergency response plan are to:

1. Reduce damage to buildings, property and the environment.

2. Protect the environment and the community.

3. Accelerate the resumption of normal operations.