Exam CRISC topic 1 question 1553 discussion

If the plan is flawed or missing critical updates, no amount of training will help in a real disaster. So you first need to make sure the plan is solid — then staff training becomes meaningful

The primary reason to test a modified Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) is to ensure that it is comprehensive — meaning: It addresses all critical systems, processes, and dependencies, Reflects the recent changes in the IT environment, Can be executed effectively under real-world conditions. Testing validates that the updated DRP works as intended and that nothing critical was overlooked during the update process.

The primary reason to test a modified disaster recovery plan (DRP) is: D. To ensure staff is sufficiently trained on the plan. Testing a new or modified DRP is crucial to ensure that all relevant personnel are familiar with their roles and responsibilities in the event of a disaster. This training aspect is key to the successful execution of the plan. A test allows staff to practice the procedures, understand their tasks, and identify any gaps in their knowledge or in the plan itself. It also helps in building confidence and ensuring a coordinated, efficient response during an actual disaster situation.

D. To ensure staff is sufficiently trained on the plan C is a challenger. But our focus is why we implement a test. A, B, and C can be implemented without a test.