Answer all the following questions. You may use diagrams or illustrations in your
answers.
Question 1:
a. Describe the key elements to be considered regarding the development of a working
strategy for a rapid onset emergency.
(6 Marks)
b. Describe the key elements required to deliver an integrated multi-agency operational
response plan.
(6 Marks)
c. Summarise the benefits of effective debriefing in terms of organisational and personal
development.
(8 Marks)
Question 2:
a. Explain the components of the Decision Control Process (DCP)
(12 Marks)
b. Evaluate how the different components of the Decision Control Process should be
applied.
(8 Marks)
Question 3:
a. Explain the importance of effective firefighting media management during the
incident.
(10 Marks)
b. Briefly define the Command Structures for Major Disasters and Emergencies.
(10 Marks)
Question 4:
a. Explain effective communication processes.
(12 Marks)
b. Explain the purpose of Information Sharing in Disasters.
(8 Marks)
Question 5:
a. Evaluate the principles of different types of risk assessment at operational incidents.
(15 Marks)
b. Explain how attitudes to risk impact on decision making
(5 Marks)
Every attempt will be made to ensure that the work will be marked and available for collection
by (Normally 15 working days)
Learning outcomes
This assessment will test your ability to meet the learning outcomes as described in your
module booklet, specifically:
1. Identify the key organisations involved in disaster management and appraise their
roles
2. Analyse the key elements of potential conflict to disaster resolution arising from the
various agency management structures
3. Evaluate guidance documents, response procedures and inter-agency team
working
Assessment Criteria
Your assignment will be marked based on the following criteria for each question:
Structure 10%
Coherence/Logic 10%
Relevance 10%
Knowledge of the topic 20%
Explanation of Details 20%
Referencing 10%
Style 10%
Originality 10%
Upload the assignment to the blackboard using word format.
The maximum word count is 2000 word.