Which choice below most accurately describes a business continuity program?
A.
A standard that allows for rapid recovery during system interruption and data loss
B.
A determination of the effects of a disaster on human, physical, economic, and natural resources
C.
A program that implements the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the organization
D.
Ongoing process to ensure that the necessary steps are taken to identify the impact of potential
losses and maintain viable recovery
Explanation:
A business continuity program is an ongoing process supported by senior management and funded
to ensure that the necessary steps are taken to identify the impact of potential losses, maintain
viable recovery strategies and recovery plans, and ensure continuity of services through personnel
training, plan testing, and maintenance. Answer “A program that implements the mission, vision,and strategic goals of the organization” describes a disaster/emergency management program. A
disaster/ emergency management program, like a disaster recovery program, is a program that
implements the mission, vision, and strategic goals and objectives as well as the management
framework of the program and organization. *Answer “A determination of the effects of a disaster
on human, physical, economic, and natural resources” describes a damage assessment. A damage
assessment is an appraisal or determination of the effects of a disaster on human, physical,
economic, and natural resources. *Answer “A standard that allows for rapid recovery during system
interruption and data loss” is a distracter. Source: NFPA1600 Standard on Disaster/Emergency
Management and Business Continuity, National Fire Protection Association, 2000 edition.