Besides reviewing actions, debriefs should focus on what other aspect?

• A. Archiving the incident with no changes
• B. Scheduling a follow-up incident
• C. Identifying improvements
• D. Canceling SOP updates

Answer: (C)

The main idea being tested is that debriefs are about learning and improving how operations are carried out. After reviewing what happened, the focus should be on identifying ways to improve—whether that’s refining procedures, updating training, or adjusting equipment and tactics so the next response is more effective. This helps close the loop and drives ongoing betterment of policies and practices.

Archiving the incident with no changes misses the opportunity to learn from the experience. Scheduling a follow-up incident isn’t the primary purpose of the debrief, though it can be part of future planning. Canceling SOP updates would undermine the intent of learning from the event and making necessary improvements.