Activation of the comprehensive disaster plan is determined by which classification?

• A. Risk Avoidance
• B. Type of Incident and Severity
• C. Mitigation
• D. Face to face

Answer: (B)

Activation hinges on the type of incident and how severe it is. Different incident types (natural, technological, human-caused) require varying resources and command structures, and the plan sets thresholds that trigger partial, full, or extended activation accordingly. This classification guides when to bring in mutual aid, establish an Emergency Operations Center, and implement specific sections of the plan. Risk avoidance and mitigation describe pre-incident activities and goals, not the trigger for activating the disaster plan, and “face to face” is not a factor in activation decisions.