EOC
True or False “EOC can be setup as a Physical, Virtual or Hybrid location”
True
What are the five (5) principles of Fiji Incident Management System?
Unity of Command
Span of Control
Functional Management
Management by Objectives
Flexibility
DSLO stands for
Disaster Service Liaison Officer
At which level can an EOC be established?
National, Divisional, Provincial, District, (and Community)
What is the principle of Unity of Command?
Each person should report to only 1 supervisor. There is only 1 Controller. There is 1 common plan. Eg. In an EOC, the person in charge is the Controller
Who is the National Disaster Controller?
Permanent Secretary for Disaster Management
What is an EOC?
An EOC is a central command and control system responsible for carrying out the principles of emergency preparedness and emergency management, or disaster management at a strategic level during an emergency, and ensuring the continuity of operation of an organization.
What is the principles of Span of Control?
When the span is too large, it is difficult to monitor everyone, provide guidance and direction and communication becomes less effective. When the span is too small then the supervisor’s abilities are not being optimally used
Who is the National Disaster Coordinator?
Director for National Disaster Risk Management Office
What are the seven (7) functions of an EOC?
1. Coordinate Response Operations, 2. Information Management, 3. Resource Mobilisation and Allocation, 4. Strategic Planning, 5. Inter-agency Coordination, 6. Public Information, 7. Situation Monitoring
What is the principle of Flexibility?
The size and structure of the team should reflect the size and complexity of the disaster. This can change over time or for different events. FIMS is adaptable for all incidents and disasters. It allows for an all-hazards and all-agencies approach to managing these events. It can also be used to manage non-emergencies.
Name all nine Fiji Clusters
Education, Health & Nutrition, WASH, Shelter, Infrastructure, Safety and Protection, Logistics, Communication, Food Security and Livelihood