Which item best describes the emphasis of RUNNING DRILLS?

• A. Human resources should be identified and where they will be located
• B. Transportation for evacuation and rescue
• C. Documentation and record keeping
• D. Plans for evaluation of the plan's success or failure

Answer: (A)

Running drills focus on making sure the response is staffed and organized. The main idea is to identify who will respond and where each person will be located so actions can be coordinated quickly and efficiently during an incident. This means establishing roles, contacts, assignments, and on-site positions so people know exactly who does what and where to report. While transportation for evacuation, documentation, and plans for evaluating the response are important parts of preparedness, they aren’t the primary emphasis of running drills, which is about rapid mobilization and clear on-scene organization through proper staffing and placement.