Emergency Preparedness - Unit 6

Question 1

Disaster - def

Answer 1

an event of extreme magnitude that requires response from people outside the involved community.

Question 2

What are preparedness standards?

Answer 2

Identify types of emergencies, have a plan, create an outline of expected actions, and plan to recover!

Question 3

What is a biological threat?

Answer 3

Spread of pathogens - like anthrax, plaque, smallpox, etc.

Question 4

What is a chemical agent threat?

Answer 4

Chlorine, cyanide, mustard gas, etc.