What is meant by "resource typing" in the context of NIMS?

"Resource typing" refers to the systematic classification of resources—such as personnel, equipment, teams, and facilities—according to predefined capabilities, performance, and standards. This classification is essential for efficient allocation and coordination of resources during incidents, ensuring that response efforts can mobilize the right asset types quickly and effectively.

By organizing resources in this manner, emergency managers can identify what is available and needed during a specific incident, facilitating quicker response times and better resource management. It allows for clear communication about what each resource can perform, which is vital in a multi-agency response scenario where many different organizations may be involved.

The other options do not align with the concept of resource typing. Labeling supplies for administrative purposes does not involve the strategic assessment and categorization of resources in the way needed for effective incident response. Similarly, a database of personnel is a different aspect of resource management entirely, focusing more on human resources rather than the classification of resources for incident response. Lastly, categorizing incidents by severity level is related to understanding the impact and scale of incidents, rather than the organization and deployment of resources to manage those incidents.