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Introduction to Homeland Security

Jane A. Bullock, George D. Haddow, Damon P. Coppola

Chapter 9

All-Hazards Emergency Response and Recovery - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

In your opinion, what are the most important differences between the NRF, the NRP, and the FRP?

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Problem 2

Do you feel that the creation of the Department of Homeland Security has improved emergency response in the United States? Why or why not?

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Problem 3

If you were an appointed local emergency manager, would you be satisfied with the actions of the federal government in terms of preparedness for large-scale emergency events? What would be the greatest benefits and problems for you under this new structure (the NRF) from a response perspective? Answer the same question from a regional emergency manager officer and a FEMA high-level officer point of view.

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Problem 4

What was the basis of the decision to create the National Incident Management System (NIMS)? Why wasn't the ICS used instead? What benefits are gained by having an NRF that is based on the NIMS?

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Problem 5

The establishment of the Department of Homeland Security, and the many subsequent changes to the national emergency management framework, are seen by many local emergency managers as inhibiting their efforts to establish an effective all-hazards emergency response capacity. What are your opinions on this stance? Explain your answer.

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