Part 1: CFM® Exam Preparation: Provides an overview, recommended prerequisites and other

basic information about applying for, preparing for and taking the exam.
Part 2: Technical References: Provides the title and links to the technical reference used to validate
answers to all of the questions on the exam.
Part 3: Exam Supplemental Review Materials: Provides links for additional review resources.

Part 1 CFM® Exam Preparation

Overview
The CFM® exam measures a person’s knowledge of a community’s responsibilities under the National
Flood Insurance Program and related floodplain management topics. The CFM® exam contains questions
in the proportions shown for the following seven topic categories:

20-25% Floodplain Mapping

20-25% NFIP Regulatory Standards
15-20% Regulatory Administrative Procedures
10-15% Flood Insurance
10-15% Flood Hazard Mitigation
10-15% Natural and Beneficial Functions
5-10% Overall context of Floodplain Management

Recommended Prerequisites
The Certification Board of Regents recommends CFM® exam takers have either: a minimum of two years
of full-time floodplain management experience; OR a higher education degree in a related field; OR
complete the four-day 0273 Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance
Program course, which is offered by EMI (E0273), by FEMA Regions (L0273) or by ASFPM, a state NFIP
coordinator or state ASFPM chapter (G0273). E/L/G0273 courses are designed to provide basic training on
NFIP minimum requirements for local officials administering floodplain management programs. The 0273
course is not an exam prep class, but it does focus on the NFIP and concepts of floodplain management,
maps and studies, minimum regulations, ordinance administration, and the relationship between
floodplain management and flood insurance.
NOTE: The CFM® exam is a national exam. Questions are based on the minimum NFIP regulatory standards.
Some states (and communities) may have higher regulatory standards. Keep in mind that CFM® exam
questions must be answered according to the minimum NFIP regulatory standards.

Preparing for the Exam

After meeting recommended prerequisites, you should review the list of materials in Part 2: Technical
References. The answer to every question on the exam was verified using those resources.

The most frequently cited technical reference for the CFM® Exam is FEMA Publication 480, “National Flood
Insurance Program (NFIP) Floodplain Management Requirements, A Study Guide and Desk

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Reference for Local Officials”. This resource also contains a series of quizzes (learning checks) with answers
in the appendices. FEMA 480 is available for download at www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=389. It can
also be ordered in hardcopy or on CD from the FEMA Publication Warehouse by calling (800) 480-2520.

Supplemental review resources are listed in Part 3: Exam Supplemental Review Resources. Particular
attention is encouraged on subjects in which FEMA 480 and the 273 courses only provide a basic
overview. These subjects include, but are not limited to, topics such as flood insurance, flood hazard
mitigation, natural and beneficial functions, and future conditions hydrology.

FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute Courses

All EMI online and resident courses are FREE. EMI also provides free on campus lodging. FEMA reimburses
eligible local, state, territorial and tribal government attendees for allowable travel expenses. All
students staying on campus must purchase a non-reimbursable meal ticket (approximately $125 for the
week). Students sponsored by governmental entities receive priority. Non-government attendees should
contact EMI Admissions at (301) 447-1035 to ask about attending. Generally, you need to apply for
courses at EMI at least six weeks prior to the start of class, but classes tend to fill up quickly so apply
early. EMI is located in Emmitsburg, MD. You can find the EMI course schedule and application
materials at https://training.fema.gov/emi.aspx. The courses are listed by the course number preceded
by the letter “E.” These courses may also be offered in your local area with the same titles and course
numbers preceded by the letter "L" or “G.” Hosting organizations for these field courses may charge a
fee to cover the cost of facilities, snacks, instructor travel, etc.

ASFPM Event Calendar

You can search for local EMI courses and other training offered in your state by going to the ASFPM
online calendar at http://www.floods.org/n-calendar/calendar.asp. Click on the magnifying glass icon
above the calendar, type the two-letter state abbreviation in parenthesis (for example "(WI)" for courses
in Wisconsin), and this will bring up all events being held in your state.

ASFPM State/Regional Chapters

They are a great source for training, professional networking, industry news and upcoming events in
your state. ASFPM chapters also hold conferences and training throughout the year.

State Floodplain Manager

Each state has an NFIP coordinator, also called a state floodplain manager, who is responsible for
assisting communities with their requirements under the NFIP. They are your first point of contact for any
questions, issues or concerns you have about the program and state floodplain laws (which may be
more restrictive than the NFIP minimum standards). The state FPM also provides floodplain management
training and receives copies of ASFPM’s training courses. Contact your state FPM for assistance or to
inquire about upcoming trainings in your area.

Registration & Sitting for the Exam

Advanced registration and fee payment is required prior to taking the exam. On-site and same day
registration is not permitted. You must provide photo ID to the proctor prior to receiving exam materials.
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before the exam for check-in and instructions. Late arrivals will be held to the
scheduled completion time regardless of when they began the exam. The exam is pass/fail, and exam
results are held in strict confidence. Results are sent by U.S. mail to exam takers in the United States two
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weeks after the exams have been received by the ASFPM executive office. Exam results for international
examinees may be delivered digitally using the same timeframe.

About the CFM® Exam

The CFM® exam is a 120 multiple-choice question, closed book exam, held in a proctored classroom
environment. You have three hours to complete the exam. The exam proctor will provide all materials
necessary for taking the exam and all exam materials must be returned at the end of the session. Your
exam packet will include general directions for the exam. Please read through and follow these directions
carefully. If you do not understand something about the directions, please ask your exam proctor. Pace is
important. Please review all materials in the exam packet before beginning. This will allow you to
anticipate which questions you may need more time to complete. Remember, this is a national exam
based on NFIP’s minimum standards. While your state or community may have higher standards, you
should answer exam questions based on the NFIP minimum standards. We wish you the best on your
exam preparation, exam taking and eventual acceptance into the community of professional CFMs.

Disclaimer
Since the exam questions change often, ASFPM does not have, endorse or provide CFM® exam
preparation classes. Rather, CBOR provides advice on recommended prerequisites in the above section
and Part 2: Technical References and Part 3: Exam Supplemental Review Materials as the best way to
prepare.

ASFPM provides this guide to assist in preparing for the exam. ASFPM cannot make guarantees or warranties
concerning the use of this guide. Attendees should not assume they will pass the CFM® exam by only
reviewing these resources or only completing the recommended training.

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 Part 2 Technical References
The technical references listed below were used to validate answers
to CFM® exam questions on the specific topic area they are listed under.

Floodplain Mapping
• Base Flood Concept
• Discharges, Profiles, Floodways
Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• Coastal Flooding
20-25%
• Reading/Using Maps
(24-30 questions)
• Revising FEMA Maps
• Future Conditions

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials.
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389
MT-1
• Application Forms & Instructions (also used in the Flood Insurance Section)
https://www.fema.gov/mt-1-application-forms-instructions
MT-2
• Application Forms & Instructions
https://www.fema.gov/mt-2-application-forms-and-instructions
Procedure Memorandum 64
• Compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for Letters of Map Change (Also used in Regulatory
Administrative Procedures Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1388780442489-
c5e577ea3d1da878b40e20b776804736/Procedure_Memorandum_64-
Compliance_with_the_Endangered_Species_Act_(ESA)_for_Letters_of_Map_Change_(Aug_2010).pdf
44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
• Part 65, Identification and Mapping of Special Hazard Areas
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part65.pdf
Calhoun County, TX FIRM
• Calhoun County, TX FIRM 48057C0384E, map dated 10/16/14 (also used in NFIP Regulatory Standards
Section)
https://map1.msc.fema.gov/idms/IntraView.cgi?KEY=80572536&IFIT=1

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City & County Denver, CO FIRM
• City & County Denver, CO FIRM 0800460184H dated 11/20/13 (also used in NFIP Regulatory Standards
Section)
https://map1.msc.fema.gov/idms/IntraView.cgi?KEY=80691301&IFIT=1
City & County Denver, CO FIS
• City & County Denver, CO FIS 080046V001B, dated 11/20/13 - enter product number and click search. (Also
used in NFIP Regulatory Standards Section)
https://msc.fema.gov/portal/advanceSearch

NFIP Regulatory Standards

• “Development,” Requirements for a Permit
• Encroachment Rules
Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• V Zone Rules
20-25%
• Building Protection Standards
(24-30 questions)
• Substantial Improvement/Damage
• Floodproofing and Retrofitting

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials.
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389

FEMA Technical Bulletins

• TB-1 Openings in Foundation Walls and Walls of Enclosures (2008)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/2644
• TB-2 Flood Damage-Resistant Materials Requirements (2008)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/2655
• TB-9 Design and Construction Guidance for Breakaway Walls Below Elevated Coastal Buildings (2008)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/3514

44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

• Part 59 General Provisions and Definitions
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2014-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2014-title44-vol1-part59.pdf
• Part 60.3 Floodplain Management Criteria for Flood-Prone Areas (also used in Regulatory Administrative
Procedures and Natural and Beneficial Functions section)
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-3.pdf
• Part 60.5 Flood plain management criteria for flood-related erosion-prone areas
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-5.pdf
• Part 73 Implementation of Section 1316 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2010-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2010-title44-vol1-part73.pdf

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FEMA Publication 213
• Answers to Questions about Substantially Damaged Buildings
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/2969

Regulatory Administrative Procedures

• Permit Process and Inspections
• Elevation Records Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• NFIP Regulations 15-20%
• Enforcement (18-24 questions)
• Variance Rules

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials.
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389

Procedure Memorandum 64
• Compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) for Letters of Map Change (also used in Floodplain
Mapping Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1388780442489-
c5e577ea3d1da878b40e20b776804736/Procedure_Memorandum_64-
Compliance_with_the_Endangered_Species_Act_(ESA)_for_Letters_of_Map_Change_(Aug_2010).pdf

NFIP Elevation Certificate

• Form 086-0-33 (2016)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/160

44 Code of Federal Regulations

• Part 60.3 Floodplain Management Criteria for Flood-prone Areas (also used in NFIP Regulatory Standards and
Natural and Beneficial Functions section)
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-3.pdf
• Part 60.6 Variances and exceptions
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-6.pdf

FEMA Publication FIA-15

• NFIP Community Rating System Coordinator's Manual (also used in Natural and Beneficial Functions and
Overall Context of Floodplain Management Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/8768

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 Flood Insurance
• Coverage
• Rating
• Mandatory Purchase Requirements Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• NFIP Grandfather Rules 10-15%
• ICC (Increased Cost of Compliance) (12-18 questions)
• CRS (Community Rating System)
• Section 1316

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389
MT-1
• Application Forms & Instructions (also used in Floodplain Mapping Section)
https://www.fema.gov/mt-1-application-forms-instructions

44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

• Part 61 Insurance Coverage and Rates
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2010-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2010-title44-vol1-part61.pdf
• Part 71 Implementation of Coastal Barrier Legislation
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part71.pdf

FEMA Publication F-084

• Answers to questions about the NFIP
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/272

Coastal Barrier Resources Act

• Coastal Barrier Resources Act (CBRA) Fact Sheet (also used in Natural and Beneficial Functions Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/17075
NFIP Flood Insurance Manual
• NFIP Flood Insurance Manual
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/110085

FEMA Publication P-259

• Engineering Principles and Practices of Retrofitting Flood Prone Residential Structures, Third Edition
(2012) (also used in Flood Hazard Mitigation Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/3001

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 Flood Hazard Mitigation
• Disaster Assistance Procedures
Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• Mitigation Planning (DMA2000)
10-15%
• Funding Sources
(12-18 questions)
• Erosion and Other Related Hazards

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389

Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guideline

• Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guidance
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/103279

44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

• Part 79
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part79.pdf
• Part 201
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part201.pdf
• Part 206
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part206.pdf

FEMA Publication 322

• Public Assistance Guide
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/25651
FEMA Publication P-259
• Engineering Principles and Practices of Retrofitting Flood-prone Residential Structures, Third Edition
(2012) (also used in Flood Insurance Section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/3001

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 Natural and Beneficial Functions
• Wetlands
• Multi-Objective Management
Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• NAI (No Adverse Impact)
10-15%
• Stream Corridor Restoration
(12-18 questions)
• Water Quality (NEPA, NPDES, MS4s)
• Endangered Species Act (ESA)

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389

FEMA Publication 248

• A Unified National Program for Floodplain Management (1994 or later printing)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/18472

44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

• Part 9, Floodplain Management & Protection of Wetlands
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part9.pdf
• Part 60.3, Floodplain Management Criteria for Flood-Prone Areas (also used in NFIP Regulatory
Standards and Regulatory Administrative Procedures section)
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-3.pdf
• Part 65, Identification and Mapping of Special Hazard Areas
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-part65.pdf

Coastal Barrier Resources Act

• Fact Sheet (also used in Flood Insurance section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/17075

FEMA Publication FIA-15

• NFIP Community Rating System Coordinator's Manual (also used in Regulatory Administrative Procedures
and Overall Context of Floodplain Management section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/8768

Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act)

• Section 404
https://www.epa.gov/cwa-404/clean-water-act-section-404

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 Overall Context of Floodplain Management
• Unified National Program
Percentage of Total Exam Questions
• Community Sanctions
10-15%
• History & Background of the NFIP
(12-18 questions)
• Other Federal Programs

FEMA Publication 480

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: A Study Guide and Desk Reference for Local Officials.
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20389

44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)

• Part 59, General Provisions and Definitions
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2014-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2014-title44-vol1-part59.pdf
• Part 60.1 Requirements for Floodplain Management Regulations
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-1.pdf
• Part 60.2 Minimum compliance with floodplain management criteria
https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title44-vol1/pdf/CFR-2011-title44-vol1-sec60-2.pdf

FEMA Publication FIA-15

• NFIP Community Rating System Coordinator's Manual (also used in Regulatory Administrative Procedures
and Natural and Beneficial Functions section)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/8768

FEMA publications are available online at: www.fema.gov/resource-document-library

Print/CD available from FEMA Publication Warehouse call: (800) 480-2520

Order by fax/email using FEMA Publication Order Form:

https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/15792

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 Part 3: Exam Supplemental Review Materials

Under each CFM® Exam Topic Area, we have provided extra review materials to use to supplement FEMA 480 and
the 273 courses (which is the minimum preparation for the exam). These materials are organized by topic area below
for easy review, or to narrow your focus on a topic where you may feel you need more preparation.

Floodplain Mapping

Base Flood Concept

• Base Flood (webpage definition)
https://www.fema.gov/base-flood
• Hydrology and Hydraulics for Non-engineers (Video – 10 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDhllqoCjNA

Discharges, Profiles, Floodways

• Watersheds, Rivers and Floodplains (Video – 8 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ButQspZX2yA
• Flood Insurance Study (FIS) (online tutorial)
http://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/tutorials/ot_fis.swf

Coastal Flooding
• The Coastal Flood Risk Analysis and Mapping Process (two-page summary)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/116160
• IS-1113: Coastal Barrier Resources Act (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1113

Reading/Using Maps
• Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) (Online tutorial)
https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/tutorials/ot_firm.swf
• Flood County, USA-Flood Insurance Study (FIS), Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), Digital Flood Insurance Rate
Maps (DFIRMs) and Engineering Scale
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=389

Revising FEMA Maps

• Revision to National Flood Insurance Program Maps (web page description)
https://www.fema.gov/revision-national-flood-insurance-program-maps
• Letter of Map Amendment – Letter of Map Revision-F (two separate online tutorials)
https://www.fema.gov/letter-map-amendment-letter-map-revision-f-tutorial-series-choose-tutorial
• IS-1106 A: FEMA Mapping Change (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1106.a

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Future Conditions
• Future-Conditions hydrology (webpage definition)
https://definitions.uslegal.com/f/future-conditions-hydrology/
• Final Guidelines for Using Future-conditions hydrology (webpage summary)
https://www.fema.gov/final-guidelines-using-future-conditions-hydrology#

NFIP Minimum Regulatory Standards

National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: a study guide and desk reference for local officials.
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=389

44 CFR 60.3
• 44 CFR Excerpts for Floodplain Managers Annotated Revised: 19 May 2017
http://www.twdb.texas.gov/flood/doc/44CFR.pdf

Development
• Development (webpage definition and reference to 44CFR 60.3 sections)
https://www.fema.gov/permit-floodplain-development

Encroachment Rules
• Encroachment (webpage definition and reference to 44CFR 60.3 sections)
NOTE: This definition only discusses floodway. It does not include 1 foot cumulative encroachment rule in AE
floodplains without floodways. The reference 44 CFR 60.3 requirements do include the 1 foot cumulative rule.
This distinction is important to know for the CFM exam question(s).
https://www.fema.gov/encroachments

V Zone Rules
• Coastal High Hazard Areas (webpage definition and reference to 44CFR 60.3 sections)
https://www.fema.gov/coastal-high-hazard-area

Building Protection Standards

• FEMA Publication P-348, Protecting Building Utility Systems From Flood Damage – (apx. 170 pages)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/3729

Substantial Improvement/Damage
• Substantial improvement/damage (web page definition and reference to 44CFR 60.3 sections)
https://www.fema.gov/floodplain-management-old/substantial-improvement

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Flood Proofing and Retrofitting
• IS-279 A: Introduction to Retrofitting Flood-prone residential Buildings (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-279.a
• FEMA Publication P-936, Floodproofing Non-Residential Buildings (2013) – (apx. 132 pages)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/34270

Regulatory Administrative Procedures

National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

• NFIP Floodplain Management Requirements: a study guide and desk reference for local officials
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=389

Permit Process and Inspections

• Reducing Flood Losses through the International Code Series – (150 page publication – see sample permit/site
plan checklists in Appendix D) https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/96634

Elevation Records
• IS-1103: Elevation Certificate for Surveyors (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1103.a

NFIP Regulations
• 44 CFR Excerpts for Floodplain Managers Annotated Revised: May 19, 2017
http://www.twdb.texas.gov/flood/doc/44CFR.pdf

Enforcement
• Section 1316 Denial of Flood Insurance Coverage (FEMA webpage)
https://www.fema.gov/section-1316

Variance Rules
• FEMA P-993 FPM Bulletin Variance – Variances and the National Flood Insurance Program
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/99703

Flood Insurance

Coverage
• IS-1101 : Basic Agent Tutorial (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1101.a

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 • IS–1109 : Understanding Basement Coverage (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1109

• NFIP Summary of Coverage (6 page plain language booklet)

https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/12179

Rating
• IS-1102: Theory of Elevation Rating (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1102

Mandatory Purchase Requirements

• Mandatory purchase of flood insurance (Web page description)
https://www.fema.gov/faq-details/Mandatory-Purchase-of-NFIP-Coverage/
• FDIC Regulations concerning Mandatory purchase of flood insurance
https://www.fdic.gov/regulations/compliance/manual/5/v-6.1.pdf

NFIP Grandfather Rules

• NFIP Grandfathering rules – A Fact Sheet for Insurance Agents
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/16686 - 2017-(4-page fact sheet)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/23327 - 2012-(2-page fact sheet)

ICC
• IS-1100 A : Increased Cost of Compliance (Independent Study Course)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1100.a

CRS
• National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System (Webpage description)
https://www.fema.gov/national-flood-insurance-program-community-rating-system

Section 1316
• Section 1316 – Definition/Description (Web page description)
https://www.fema.gov/section-1316

Flood Hazard Mitigation

Disaster Assistance Procedures

• Overview of the disaster assistance process – (1-page flyer)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/122899

Mitigation Planning
• IS-318: Mitigation Planning for Local and Tribal Communities (Independent Study Courses)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-318%20%20
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Funding Sources
• IS-212B: Introduction to Unified Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) (Independent Study Courses)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-212.b
• FEMA HMA Grants (4 page brochure)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/107704

Erosion and Other Related Hazards

• Flood Hazards of Special Concern (web page description)
https://www.fema.gov/flood-hazards-special-concern

Overall Context of Floodplain Management

Wetlands
• Executive Order 11990 – Protection of wetlands (webpage description)
https://www.fema.gov/executive-order-11990-protection-wetlands-1977

Multi-Objective Management
• Summary of the Clean Water Act (EPA webpage overview)
https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-clean-water-act
• Section 404 Permit Program (EPA web page overview)
https://www.epa.gov/cwa-404/section-404-permit-program
NAI
• ASFPM NAI No Adverse Impact Floodplain Management
(Webpage description)
http://www.floods.org/index.asp?menuid=%20349

Stream Corridor Restoration

• Stream Restoration Wiki (Wikipedia webpage description)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stream_restoration
• Natural Stream Restoration: Restoring Streams (video 17 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-0NIG508FA

Water Quality (NEPA, NPDES, MS4s)

• Tools for Water & Wastewater partners to use to comply with regulations (webpage with link to a
4-minute video and 47-page guide along with other resources)
https://www.epa.gov/waterutilityresponse/build-flood-resilience-your-water-utility

Endangered Species Act

• Endangered Species Act (ESA) (2-page fact sheet)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/116871

Part 3, Page 5 of 6
May 2018
 • IS-253A: Overview of FEMA’s Environmental and Historic Preservation Review (Independent Study)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-253.a

Natural and Beneficial Functions

Unified National Program

• FEMA Publication 248 A Unified National Program for Floodplain Management – (47 pages)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/18472

Community Sanctions
• Suspension (webpage)
https://www.fema.gov/suspension
• Probation (webpage)
https://www.fema.gov/probation

History and Background of the NFIP

• NFIP Description – (section on history and background)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/1150
• Perspectives: The History and Background of the NFIP (video)
https://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/videos/108044

Other Federal Programs

• FEMA Publication 409 Natural and Beneficial Functions of Floodplains – (only available in hard copy)

Part 3, Page 6 of 6
May 2018