What term describes a rest state at a large-scale event that has CISM qualities?

• A. Demobilization
• B. Standdown
• C. Reconstitution
• D. Stabilization

Answer: (A)

The rest state described is the period when responders step back from active duty and resources are released and reassigned. Demobilization is the orderly process that handles this transition—letting teams rest, reallocate personnel, and return or relocate equipment while winding down operations. It aligns with CISM goals by providing a structured opportunity for mental health and stress support as responders recover from the demands of a large-scale event.

Standdown can be a temporary pause in ongoing operations, but demobilization is the formal, planned transition away from active incident work. Reconstitution focuses on restoring full capability after disruption, and stabilization refers to the initial actions to contain and control the incident.