2019 - CERT

Front

Which of the following statements is true about CERTs? Being a CERT volunteer requires little time because disasters do not occur frequently., CERTs are restricted to disaster response activities in their neighborhood. , CERTS never support emergency response agencies with nonemergency projects., CERTS often support emergency response agencies with nonemergency projects in the community.

Back

CERTS often support emergency response agencies with nonemergency projects in the community.

Answer explanation

It is not C because CERT members so support emergency response.

Front

What is a main feature of the CERT program?

Back

Trained volunteers use a consistent, nationwide approach to support emergency responders with disaster preparedness and response.

Answer explanation

It is not B because local groups not only form local shelters.

Front

When you respond to a disaster as a CERT volunteer, how can you establish priorities and make decisions about how and if your team will respond?

Back

Write down locations and types damage you see on the way to your staging area.

Answer explanation

It is not D because there is not need to locate your sponsoring agency for support.

Front

What is the main benefit from applying the CERT organizational structure during a disaster response?

Back

The ability to direct team responses to do the most good for the most people in the shortest amount of time.

Answer explanation

It is not D because emergency response can make contact with any CERT member.

Front

Which is the following statements is true about the ideal CERT volunteer? Everyone, regardless of age, has the ability to contribute in some way to a CERT., CERT volunteers should be physically active and agile., Ideal CERT volunteers are teenagers because they young, agile, and risk takers., CERT volunteers must be 21 years or older for liability reasons.

Back

Everyone, regardless of age, has the ability to contribute in some way to a CERT.

Answer explanation

It is not C because CERT does not discriminant against anyone helping.

Front

Three CERT volunteers are first on the scene of a car accident and provide assistance. This is an example of :

Back

Being good Samaritans

Answer explanation

It is not A because you are volunteering to help with the car accident.

Front

How do CERT volunteers prepare for disasters?

Back

Hands-on practice and realistic exercises

Answer explanation

It is not B because more is needed than just computer-based training.

Front

Aside from CERT Basic Training, your sponsoring organization may offer additional training on emergency flood response and which subject below? Advanced fire fighting, Staging area set up, Emergency communications, Advanced medical skills

Back

Emergency communications

Answer explanation

It is not A because as a volunteer, you will only be offered basic training.

Front

What is a benefit that CERT volunteers report after they complete training?

Back

Confidence they can protect themselves and others and minimize property damage

Answer explanation

It is not C because the training helps your services everyone.

Front

How would you describe a CERT sponsored by a fire department, emergency management departments, or a neighborhood club/association?

Back

A Community CERT

Answer explanation

It is not D because local governments do not have a CERT group.