Which CPG addresses threat and hazard identification?

• A. CPG 101
• B. CPG 203
• C. CPG 204
• D. CPG 201

Answer: (D)

Threat and hazard identification is the initial step in preparedness, focusing on spotting potential dangers that a community or facility might face. The guideline that covers this topic provides a structured method to identify threats and hazards, gather relevant data, assess how likely each hazard is and how severe its impact could be, and then prioritize these risks to guide planning and protective actions. This makes it the best choice because it directly addresses recognizing and evaluating potential dangers, which informs the rest of the preparedness process, including resource allocation, training, and exercise design. Other guidelines cover different functions such as incident management or response operations, but they do not specialize in identifying and prioritizing threats and hazards.