What is the purpose of CPG 101?

• A. To address hazard and threat identification
• B. To provide guidelines for developing Emergency Operations Plans
• C. To fund emergency responses
• D. To identify critical infrastructure

Answer: (B)

CPG 101 is designed to provide guidelines for developing Emergency Operations Plans. It offers a structured, all-hazards approach to planning that helps communities of any size organize how they will respond to emergencies, coordinate among agencies, assign authorities and responsibilities, manage resources, and maintain continuity of operations during incidents. The guide helps ensure plans are consistent, scalable, and actionable, so response and recovery efforts can be activated quickly and effectively when a disaster strikes. While risk assessments and identifying critical infrastructure are important parts of preparedness, the primary purpose of CPG 101 is to lay out the framework and steps for creating a solid Emergency Operations Plan rather than performing hazard identification, funding responses, or mapping critical infrastructure.