Which of the following are core capabilities for response?

The core capabilities for response, as defined in the FEMA training material, include Planning, Public Information and Warning, Operational Coordination, Critical Transportation, Environmental Response/Health and Safety, Fatality Management Services, Infrastructure Systems, Mass Care Services, Mass Search and Rescue Operations, On-Scene Security, Protection, and Law Enforcement, Operational Communications, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Public Health, Healthcare, and Emergency Medical Services, and Situational Assessment.

Planning, Public Information and Warning, Operational Coordination, Critical Transportation, Environmental Response/Health and Safety, Fatality Management Services, Infrastructure Systems, Mass Care Services, Mass Search and Rescue Operations, On-Scene Security, Protection, and Law Enforcement, Operational Communications, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Public Health, Healthcare, and Emergency Medical Services, and Situational Assessment are foundational elements within the Incident Command System (ICS) framework, facilitating a structured and efficient approach to managing emergency responses across different levels of government and organizations.

From emergency management personnel’s perspective, these core capabilities are integral in ensuring a cohesive response strategy that addresses the multifaceted aspects of emergencies and disasters, leveraging the strengths and resources of a broad spectrum of responders and support systems.

The implementation of these core capabilities reflects the adaptive and collaborative nature of modern emergency management, emphasizing the importance of interoperability, comprehensive planning, and community resilience in mitigating the impacts of incidents.

Source: https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is800d/english/instructor%20guide/el0800.d%20ig.pdf