Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Practice Exam

What kind of incidents does MCI specifically refer to?

1. Incidents with a single casualty

2. Incidents requiring significant resources

3. Incidents involving law enforcement only

4. Incidents without casualties

The correct answer is: Incidents requiring significant resources

MCI, or Mass Casualty Incident, specifically refers to incidents that require a significant amount of resources due to the large number of individuals involved or affected. These types of incidents often exceed the capabilities of local emergency resources, necessitating a coordinated response that may include multiple agencies, specialized medical teams, and additional equipment. This can include events like natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or major accidents where the number of casualties overwhelms standard emergency responses. While there may be instances with a single casualty or scenarios that involve law enforcement, these do not fit the definition of an MCI, which focuses on the capacity and resource requirements rather than the nature of the incident itself. Additionally, incidents without casualties, by definition, would not fall under the mass casualty category, as the term implies a significant impact on human life requiring extensive emergency management resources.