EOC
FIMS
DRM Structure
100

True or False “EOC can be setup as a Physical, Virtual or Hybrid location” 

True

100

What are the five (5) principles of Fiji Incident Management System?

  1. Unity of Command

  2. Span of Control

  3. Functional Management

  4. Management by Objectives

  5. Flexibility

100

DSLO stands for

Disaster Service Liaison Officer

200

At which level can an EOC be established?

National, Divisional, Provincial, District, (and Community)

200

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

200

Who is the National Disaster Controller?

Permanent Secretary for Disaster Management

300

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.

300

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

300

Who is the National Disaster Coordinator?

Director for National Disaster Risk Management Office

400

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

400

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.

400

Name all nine Fiji Clusters

Education, Health & Nutrition, WASH, Shelter, Infrastructure, Safety and Protection, Logistics, Communication, Food Security and Livelihood

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