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AUTHORIZATION
Flagler County Assist REACT is an independent non-government organization
with no special authority. Only at the Request of Flagler County
Emergency Services or another Official Agency or Organization can
REACT activate and provide a support role in a disaster, emergency
or public service situation. .
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PURPOSE
The purpose of this plan is to provide a framework for REACT volunteer
communications and support services here in Flagler County.
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GOALS
The goals of this plan include but are not limited to the following.
1. Providing support to Flagler County Emergency Services as requested
2. Providing assistance to any other City or County agency as requested
3. To maintain readiness of the organization
4. To achieve operating efficiency during any type of activation.
5. To provide as a community service communications and logistic
support during emergencies and public service events.
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SCOPE
This plan takes into consideration all of the resources available
to the REACT organization. Further the plan addresses how REACT
can assist the following agencies:
1. Flagler County Emergency Services
2. Flagler County Sheriff’s Office
3. The National Weather Service
4. ARES
5. City law enforcement and fire services
6. State Emergency Service agencies
7. State Law Enforcement Agencies
8. Other Federal agencies.
9. Other non-profit organizations engaged in similar activities.
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INITIAL RESPONSE
AND ACTIVATION
Initial response and activation of this plan may come from a request
from Flagler County Emergency Services or a weather related event.
Some activations may be conducted very rapidly during certain types
of situations. Other events and situations will have a longer degree
of time prior to involvement. Occasionally certain members may be
activated based on their resources.
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LEVELS OF RESPONSE
The
following Levels of Response will govern all operations of Flagler
County Assist REACT.
LEVEL 0 NORMAL – Normal Operations, no state of alert exists
RESPONSE – None required. Continue day to day operations.
LEVEL 1 NOTIFICATION – Initial notification. This may only
involve key Officers, Coordinators and certain members.
RESPONSE – Key personnel briefed on possible activation request.
LEVEL 2 ALERT – Entire organization notified of possible
activation. Individual members may be activated as needs require
RESPONSE – This is the readiness request. All available volunteers
should prepare for immediate activation at this point. Check equipment
at this time.
LEVEL 3 PARTIAL ACTIVATION – This is a partial activation
of resources. Only members requested that are needed.
RESPONSE – Radio nets may be activated but not required.
This is a partial activation of resources. Only the amount of volunteers
needed will be called.
LEVEL 4 FULL ACTIVATION – This is a full activation request.
All available members are requested to assist.
RESPONSE – At this point we need all the help that we can
get or we are working a significant event. Volunteers may be called
upon in shifts.
LEVEL 5 DISASTER OPERATION – This is the highest level of
response. All available resources are in use. Outside resources
may be required.
RESPONSE – We are doing everything we can with what we have
to work with. This is a disaster operation. Unconventional assignments
may be given.
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NET OPERATIONS
These govern the net operation and are adjusted by Coordinator or
NCS
OPEN NET Free Flow operations, unit-to-unit communications
DIRECTED NET Directed Net, all must go through NCS unless directed
RESTRICTED NET Restricted traffic only. Only priority messages
(reports of damage) etc. are allowed. This is used during severe
events.
EMERGENCY Life Safety Emergency – ONLY communications relative
to that Emergency permitted.
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TERMINOLOGY
The following terms are used in our operations and responses
NET CONTROL STATION This station controls and coordinates all radio
traffic. NCS keeps track of mobile units, and also their status.
Net Control Station is the boss of the air. Net Control is also
known as NCS.
NET This communications net contains all radio traffic relays,
and all other communications. It can be operated on any designated
channel, or frequency.
NET OPERATION Governs the mode of the Net.
CALLER Volunteer designated to call out Team during activation.
This can be a coordinator or any member designated.
LIAISON STATION This is a station in a Net that relays from one
radio service or net to another. CB to GMRS to Ham, to Phone, etc.
MOBILE UNITS They may be mobile or portable units.
POST 1 Field coordination post. Post 1 is established during larger
operations for communication, and coordination purposes. Additional
Posts may be established to coordinate different functions during
a large event.
STAGING AREA This is a meeting point during a mobile activation.
All units will meet at the staging area for assignment.
STAGING COORDINATOR This individual keeps track of units and organization
in the staging area.
COORDINATOR Each Coordinator is responsible for first notification
of REACT and coordinating response.
EOC LIAISON This person is designated by The Communications Section
of the Emergency Management Division of be the gateway for requests
and operations.
TACTICAL COORDINATOR This person is assigned to coordinate the
response to a single event or operation. He or she is responsible
to the EOC Liaison.
NCS COORDINATOR This person is the Net Control Station Operator,
and governs all communications in the Net.
EVENT Any situation that that we are engaged with. This includes
special details, emergency operations, drills, exercises, etc.
LEVEL OF RESPONSE This is the governing level of response to guide
REACT in an emergency response.
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NOTIFICATION (SEE
ATTACHMENT ONE)
The initial notification of all members may be conducted via a number
of means. Some events may require an automatic response from all
parties. See ATTACHMENT 1 for procedure. However initial notification
may be conducted the following methods:
ROSTER NOTIFICATION
One volunteer may be called upon to notify REACT by calling down
the roster.
PHONEMASTER NOTIFICATION
Certain members have clearance to use the Phonemaster system. Requests
can also be sent to the Communications Section of Emergency Services.
NOAA WEATHER RADIO PROCEDURE
Watches and Warning received with NOAA Weather Radio may initiate
activation of REACT. See Skywarn Attachment for more details
RADIO NOTIFICATION
Call out of available resources may also be
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MOBILIZATION (SEE
ATTACHMENT 3)
Mobilization of resources must be coordinated to allow for accountability
and tracking. Each organization shall track their resources in activation.
1. REACT mobilization response efforts should be coordinated as
follows.
a) Members may be requested to respond to a staging area. Please
only go to that area unless directed.
b) REACT shall establish NCS or means of tracking responding members.
c) Joint NCS operations may be established as needs require with
other organizations.
2. Joint Coordination Operations. During mobilizations, a joint
operations Post known as Post 1 may be established to coordinate
efforts. Post 1 should have access to all modes of communications
used in the event.
3. A staging Officer will check in all volunteers at the Staging
Area. The staging Officer may be a coordinator or anyone designated
by a coordinator.
a) The Staging Officer may assign assistant Staging Officers to
assist with accounting of resources
b) The Staging Coordinator may give out assignments as requested
by requesting agency.
4. Mobile units will abide by all existing traffic laws. Yellow
lights are authorized but only may be used when stationary except
when providing traffic protection.
5. Mobile Units must at all time be accounted for. NCS or Post
1 must track mobile units.
a) Mobile Units will keep NCS or Post 1 updated on their status
b) Mobile units will advise if at any time they will be away from
their radio or out of their vehicle.
6. Mobile Units and Portable Stations shall exercise safety at
all times and will not perform any function that is above their
scope of training.
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OPERATIONS
REACT shall be responsible for our own operations and control, or
cooperate in joint operations. Operations may include but are not
limited to:
1. Support of Emergency Services operations including disasters,
emergencies, requests for assistance, security and other miscellaneous
tasks
2. Support of Law Enforcement activities including Search Operations,
traffic control and other support
3. Support of a non-profit organization engaged in non-profit activities
or emergency assistance.
4. Skywarn storm spotter communications.
5. Any other public service or emergency request or support function.
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Nets (SEE ATTACHMENTS
2 & 3)
Radio Communications Nets are critical in operational functions.
Each radio service has different protocols for nets however the
following is recommended:
1. All net procedures will be outlined and described in Attachment
Number One. This will deal with all aspects of net operations and
protocols.
2. Each net must operate with in the FCC requirements as specified
by the radio band in which they operate.
3. NCS will establish the appropriate net conditions and adjust
as needed.
4. REACT members may participate in any other net needed to achieve
the goals of the operation.
5. All Net operations must be conducted in plain text with no 10
codes or Q signals.
6. NCS and all net participants must be accountable for them selves
and the location of units under their responsibility at all times.
7. Any unit or station encountering an EMERGENCY situation such
as an accident or anything that would be called into 911 should
call NCS in the following manor:
This is REACT Unit ____ with an EMERGENCY.
NCS will then ask for all non emergency communications to cease
and only units directly involved with the incident will communicate
until the situation is resolved.
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DESIGNATED FREQUENCIES
The following are designated frequencies in use by each organization
as well as common frequencies.
Flagler County Assist REACT Team 4800
TAC 1 - Emergency CB 9. Emergency, Calling, and Activation channel.
TAC 2 - CB Channel 22. Primary CB working channel.
TAC 3 - FRS 6. FRS working channel.
TAC 4 - GMRS 462.725. GMRS simplex working channel.
TAC 5 - Amateur 2 meter Sta 22 Repeater, 145.470(-600) PL 123.
TAC 6 - Amateur 2 meter band 146.520 simplex. National ham calling
frequency.
TAC 7 - Amateur 2 meter EOC Repeater, 147.300(+600) PL 123.
TAC 8 - GMRS Primary Emergency repeater frequency, Palm Coast. 462.675,
PL141.3.
a.) TAC 8 direct - simplex.
TAC 9 - GMRS Second Repeater Frequency, Bunnell. 462.550, PL 141.3.
a) TAC 9 Direct simplex
TAC 10 - GMRS Back up GMRS channel. 462.600, PL 156.7.
a) TAC 10 Simplex
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DISASTER PLANNING
The primary goals of Flagler County Assist REACT is to provide back
up communications links and place communications at unconventional
locations if needs require as requested by Flagler County Emergency
Services Emergency Management Division during activation. Further
goals will be to provide other support such as staffing, logistics,
traffic control and security as well as any other need achievable
by the resources available in the compact.
PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
During past disasters the following assumptions have been observed
in Flagler County
1. Not sufficient amount of volunteers to support all needs
2. Communications resources stretched to the limit
3. Normal communications resources may be impacted or destroyed.
4. GMRS and Amateur resources such as repeaters may be impacted.
5. Members homes may be threatened or destroyed
6. A level of risk may apply to volunteers who assist
7. Situations change very rapidly confusion likely to occur
8. Electric power may be disrupted for long periods of time
9. Radio traffic will increase.
10. Disaster may strike suddenly making activation difficult.
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ACTIONS
All actions on the part of REACT Members must be coordinated and
in concert with each other.
1. Activation procedures are outlined in this plan.
2. Preparedness actions to secure back up equipment should be conducted
prior to the event if possible
3. REACT’s primary mission is EOC internal support.
4. Personnel may be requested to assist at the following locations:
a. EOC functions
b. Shelters
c. Points in the field
d. Mobile support
e. Any other need requested
5. Members are not to release any specific information to the media
and all media requests must be directed to the on duty Public Information
Officer of the agency that we are assisting.
a) Members may advise media that they are a member of REACT assisting
Emergency Services but under no circumstances are they to release
any stats or comment on any event with in the scope of the operation.
b) All requests for information must be made to the PIO.
c) Be careful what is said over the radio as many people have scanners
and can hear our transmissions. Personal comments should not be
transmitted over the air at all.
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MUTUAL AID (SEE ATTACHMENT
7)
Mutual Aid requests must be carefully coordinated to insure that
resources are first not available locally or duplicated.
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REQUESTING MUTUAL AID
(SEE ATTACHMENT 7)
During any emergency any request for outside resources must be coordinated
with Emergency Management before the request is sent out. Once this
request is coordinated through EM then the request for mutual aid
can be made following the SOP on attachment 6.
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RESPONDING TO A MUTUAL AID REQUEST
REACT may be asked to assist with another REACT team in another
area through the State Emergency Plan with the Florida Council of
REACT Teams.
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PREPAREDNESS
All members shall strive to insure preparedness for emergencies
and public events. This includes staying familiar with this Plan
as well as checking the readiness of radios and other communications
and support resources.
Plan Review Process
In March of each year REACT’s Officers shall review this Emergency
Plan and give any recommendations to the Plan Developer. The plan
and attached Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) will be
reviewed each year to insure that it is up to date and understood
by all parties.
Further a copy of the Plan will be submitted to the Emergency Management
Division of Flagler County Emergency Services for comments and suggestions.
Training and Drills
REACT shall be responsible developing our own training programs
and tracking procedures to insure that these training sessions are
tracked.
All members will have an equal opportunity to participate in any
exercise or drill that is proposed by Flagler County Emergency Services.
It is recommended that all members strive to participate in any
Official training, exercises and drills offered by Flagler County
Emergency Services or other agency.
Correction of problems found
After each event, exercise or activation REACT shall either de brief
tmembers to determine what improvements can be made. During larger
events that involve other groups, joint de brief sessions may be
conducted.
Input from Flagler County Emergency Services will be taken into
account during any debriefing session.
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ATTACHMENT
ONE
NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE
The following procedure applies to any activation or mobilization.
ATTACHMENT 1A – Notification Procedure
CALLING OUT REACT MEMBERS
Before Call Out
__ Determine the channel that will be used
__ Determine who will be NCS station or Post One (if needed)
__Weather event, type of watch or warning and when does it expire.
Calling out
__ Double check the above info.
__If this is a LEVEL 3 or above make sure NCS is ready BEFORE calling
out.
__ If using the Phonemaster use this format.
Attention all REACT members, this is a LEVEL ____ request. We request
that all members available please______or monitor_______ etc.
__ If calling roster please be as quick as possible. When you call
someone if it rings more than 5 times hang up and go back to him
or her later. When giving notification use the following format
- Level of response
- Expiration of any weather warnings or watches. BE SPECIFIC TO
TYPE!
- What they are being asked to do and find out if they are available
- Staging area if applicable
- Have them check into NCS for more detailed info.
__ After your initial call down report to the coordinator your
results and then be prepared for a second call down if needed.
__ If using pagers via the net use the following format. Remember
keep the message short.
LEVEL ___ Request all members to come on the air on TAC__ for_____
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NCS OPERATIONS
NET CONTROL OPERATOR PREPAREDNESS
NCS ACTIVATION
If NCS station is activated or placed on stand the following checklist
can be used as a guide to operations
PRE ACTIVATION GENERAL (BEFORE ESTABLISHING NCS OR POST 1)
__Check radio equipment and verify it is in working order
__Prepare a radio log or method of tracking members
__Develop sources of information (weather, scanner, etc)
__Coordinator in charge
__Channel to be used
__LEVEL of response
__CONDITION of Net Operation (Open, Directed or Restricted)
__BROADCAST the LEVEL of response and any details (weather watch
etc) if needed
WEATHER
__Type of watch, warning, expiration time
__Primary threats if it is a weather event
__Access to radar and NWS products
__Phone number to NWS Jacksonville 1-800-499-1594
MISSING PERSON
__Description of any persons we may be looking for.
__Any staging area to be used
__Point of Contact of the agency that we are assisting
__Any other specific instructions
EOC ACTIVATION
__What kind of help is needed
__What should members bring
NET CONTROL OPERATOR ACTIVATION
ACTIVATION
Please use the following checklist to activate and run a net.
__Double check the pre activation checklist
__Prepare method of tracking
__Activate net by the following announcement:
This is REACT_______ establishing NCS on this frequency. This net
is operation under _____ mode for (type of event) All stations please
check in at this time.
__Log each unit as it checks in
__Repeat NCS announcement
__Keep members updated on any changes
NET CONDITIONS
OPEN – Free mode
DIRECTED – Directed mode
RESTRICTED – Restricted radio traffic
EMERGENCY – Emergency Radio Transmissions Only
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ATTACHMENT
THREE
MOBILE UNITS
MOBILE UNITS AND STATIONS IN NET
MOBILE UNITS
Mobile Units response is a critical function in our operations.
At all times our driving must adhere to all traffic laws unless
given direct instruction by an Officer or Agency Representative
and those actions only in unusual situations. Further all activity
in your personal vehicle is covered by your own personal insurance.
PRE ACTIVATION GENERAL – LEVEL 1 or 2 (BEFORE HEADING OUT)
__Obtain information on Staging Area or how that info will be obtained
(via radio?)
__Know where you are going, check a map to see you know where you
are going.
__Check portable radio
__Portable Flashlight
__Check your REACT vest.
__Be self sufficient. Bring your own water and snacks if possible
__Check your fuel and vehicle status
ACTIVATION – LEVEL 3,4 or 5.
__Obtain information on Staging Area or how that info will be obtained
(via radio?) If this has not been done as yet.
__Upon entering your vehicle check into NCS. If NCS is not operating
as yet announce your unit number.
__Drive in a safe manor to the assigned location or staging area
__Keep NCS updated on your status at all times. If you step out
of your vehicle for any reason during an operation please notify
NCS. Please also advise when back in your vehicle.
__NCS should be advised of any changes in status of you. This includes
arrival at staging or any other assigned location.
__Always check in with Staging Coordinator if arriving at a Staging
Area.
__ALWAYS ADVISE NCS, POST ONE OR IF NOT AVAILBLE, ANOTHER UNIT WHEN
YOU WILL BE OFF THE AIR FOR ANY AMOUNT OF TIME!!!!!!!!!!!
STAGING COORDINATOR
__Advise NCS when the staging area is activated
__Track any REACT resources and supplies that are handed out
__ Designate any local frequency to use instead of the primary repeater
if needed.
OPERATIONS
__NCS Station will maintain track of all stations in the Net including
mobile units
__Mobile Units will keep NCS updated on their activities
__Members performing Traffic Control must be wearing a safety vest.
__ Return any items issued by the staging Coordinator.
DE BRIEF
__At the close of the event report back to the staging area. (Members
may break free as long as NCS and Coordinator is notified).
__The Coordinator in charge may debrief the event (preferred) or
hold a debrief session at the next available meeting.
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ATTACHMENT
FOUR
EOC AND DISASTER SUPPORT
EOC SUPPORT
GENERAL
Flagler County Assist REACT’s primary mission is to provide
internal support to the Emergency Operations Center during activations.
Certain members may be on the EOC Response Team and trained by Emergency
Services. During long term events 12 to 18 hour shifts may be implemented.
PRE ACTIVATION – LEVEL 1 or 2
Steps to take when notified of a possible EOC support request
__Check your equipment such as
- Portable Radios
- Chargers
- Antennas, including spare Base antennas
- Back up power sources
- ID Cards
- Vehicle Prepared
- REACT Uniform and shirt and vest
IF THE EVENT MAY BE LONG TERM
- Change of clothing
- Extra batteries and again chargers
- Extra comfort items
- Medicine etc
- Other items you may want away from home (like if you were camping
out)
__Check your family Plan what would happen if they needed to take
action and will you still be available to help at the EOC?
__Check any other supplies you may whish to bring.
ACTIVATION LEVEL 3,4 or 5
During an activation
__Proceed safety to the EOC An NCS station should be on the air
with additional info
__Be sure to sigh in upon your arrival Notify NCS if on the air.
__Report to your designated area in the EOC
__Make sure you undergo a brief to understand the situation and
what is needed.
__Assist with any set up or assignments in the EOC.
__Brief any members who may come in to support or relieve you.
TASKING
The following are tasks that may be assigned in an EOC activation
- Communications support for either REACT or Government
- Message Control
- Status Updates
- Technical support
- Logistic support
- Assistance at shelters.
- Remember in an emergency it is possible that unusual tasks be
assigned.
DE BRIEF
__At the close of the event you may be asked to debrief.
__The Coordinator in charge may debrief the event (preferred) or
hold a debrief session at the next available meeting.
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ATTACHMENT
FIVE
SKYWARN OPERATIONS
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
The National Weather Service may request Storm Spotter activation
due to a severe weather threat. Watches and Warnings have automatic
response levels attached to them so messages received may result
in automatic activation. When any of the following are issued please
take the appropriate actions for the level of response. Also see
NCS Operations Checklist.
WATCH – LEVEL 2 Alert
__Determine type of watch and when it expires
__Access sources of weather data if possible. Become aware of any
storms that may impact area.
__NCS or Coordinator may wish to broadcast WATCH Message including
the type of watch and expiration.
EXAMPLE – Attention all stations this is REACT__ be advised
that a __________Watch is in effect until ________. This means we
are at LEVEL 2 until__________. All stations please monitor the
local weather conditions and be prepared for activation.
__NCS stations should review the NCS checklist to insure that all
is ready
__Continue to monitor the following products from the NWS.
- Hazardous Weather Outlook
- Forecast
- NEXRAD Radar
- Any watches, alerts and warnings.
WARNING – LEVEL 2 Alert or LEVEL 3 Activation.
__Determine type of warning and when it expires
__Access sources of weather data if possible. Become aware of any
storms that may impact area.
__Determine if Skywarn Net will be needed. This decision may be
based on where the storm is, info from the NWS or EOC and what part
of the County is warned. Some storms that are over sparsely populated
areas or on coast moving off shore may not warrant a Net.
__ If the Skywarn Net is activated, NCS or Coordinator may wish
to broadcast WARNING Message including the type of watch and expiration.
EXAMPLE – Attention all stations this is REACT__ be advised
that a __________WARNING is in effect until ________. This means
we are at LEVEL 3 until__________. All stations please check into
Net Control at this time for Skywarn.
__ If the Skywarn Net is not activated, NCS or Coordinator may
wish to broadcast WARNING Message including the type of watch and
expiration.
EXAMPLE – Attention all stations this is REACT__ be advised
that a __________WARNING is in effect until ________. No net activation
needed. This means we are at LEVEL 2 until__________. All stations
please monitor the local weather conditions and be prepared for
activation.
__PROMPTLY report the following to the National Weather Service
in Jacksonville at 1-800-499-1594 Ext 1. Please report even if the
condition observed dissipates.
- Tornadoes
- Funnel Clouds (even if it is dissipates)
- Any Wind damage
- Winds over 40 mph
- Hail of any size
- Major flooding (enough to impair traffic or threaten buildings)
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ATTACHMENT
SIX
SAR OPERATIONS
SEARCH AND RESCUE
MOBILE UNITS
Mobile Units response is a critical function in our response to
a SAR request. At all times our driving must adhere to all traffic
laws unless given direct instruction by an Officer or Agency Representative
and those actions only in unusual situations. Further all activity
in your personal vehicle is covered by your own personal insurance.
PRE ACTIVATION GENERAL – LEVEL 1 or 2 (BEFORE HEADING OUT)
__Check MOBILE RESPONSE CHECKLIST
__COORDINATOR insure that a NCS station is ready and has description,
last known point etc.
__COORDINATOR designate a possible staging area in mind.
__NCS Station check NCS Checklist.
__Check weather
ACTIVATION – LEVEL 3 and above SAR
__COORDINATOR, activate NCS first. Make sure they have all info
__COORDINATOR determine Staging Area from agency requesting or designate
a nearby location for staging.
__Upon entering your vehicle check into NCS. If NCS is not operating
as yet announce your unit number.
__Drive in a safe manor to the assigned location or staging area
DO NOT enter the SAR area unless asked to do so.
__Keep NCS updated on your status at all times. If you step out
of your vehicle for any reason during an operation please notify
NCS. Please also advise when back in your vehicle.
__NCS should be advised of any changes in status of you. This includes
arrival at staging or any other assigned location.
__Always check in with Staging Coordinator if arriving at a Staging
Area.
__COORDINATOR make contact with Officer in Charge at scene.
__ALWAYS ADVISE NCS, POST ONE OR IF NOT AVAILABLE, ANOTHER UNIT
WHEN YOU WILL BE OFF THE AIR FOR ANY AMOUNT OF TIME!!!!!!!!!!!
STAGING COORDINATOR
__Advise NCS when the staging area is activated
__Track any REACT resources and supplies that are handed out
__ Designate any local frequency to use instead of the primary repeater
if needed.
OPERATIONS
__NCS Station will maintain track of all stations in the Net including
mobile units
__Mobile Units will keep NCS updated on their activities
__Members performing Traffic Control must be wearing a safety vest.
__ Return any items issued by the staging Coordinator.
__DO NOT offer personal opinions on the air of what you think may
have happened. This can cause confusion especially to anyone listening
to us via a scanner.
DE BRIEF
__At the close of the event report back to the staging area. (Members
may break free as long as NCS and Coordinator is notified).
__The Coordinator in charge may debrief the event (preferred) or
hold a debrief session at the next available meeting.
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ATTACHMENT
SEVEN
MUTUAL AID PROCEDURE
MUTUAL AID REQUESTS
MUTUAL AID
Mutual Aid requests are made when one group is out of resources
and needs assistance from another group. Outside help should only
be called upon as a last resort when no other help is available
locally in Flagler County from any group or agency capable of providing
assistance.
GENERAL
The general guidelines shall apply to all Mutual Aid Requests or
Responses
__When the request is received or when making a request find out
what exactly is needed.
__If working with Flagler EOC all incoming requests must be approved
and coordinated through the agency
__All requests must have a staging location, point of contact, frequency
or phone number.
IF WE NEED HELP
If Flagler County Assist REACT needs additional help and all local
REACT resources are used the following should be followed:
__Check with ARES, FECA, FPCARC to see if they have sufficient help
to cover if it is a communications need
__Check with Fire Police, COP’s or Explores to see if they
have additional resources if it is a traffic control need.
__If all local resources fail to fulfill then contact Flagler EOC
to see if an alternative is possible If not GET APPROVAL FROM EOC
BEFORE CALLING FOR OUTSIDE HELP!!!
__If no other resources are available make contact with REACT State
Council requesting assistance
__If REACT State Council is unable to be reached or is overwhelmed
contact State ARES resources.
__Designate a point of contact, frequency and a staging area for
the incoming resources.
__Insure that we can provide accommodations for mutual aid if long
term.
IF WE RECEIVE REQUEST FOR HELP
The following are actions taken by Coordinator.
__Determine exactly what is needed.
__Determine that if the request will leave Flagler County Assist
unable to help with any incident that may happen in Flagler County.
No matter what Flagler County comes first.
__Determine point of contact and location
__Designate a local staging area where our responders will gather
__All Members should be self sufficient as much as possible. Food,
drinks, supplies etc.
__Organize a convoy, all vehicles should operate at normal speeds
and operate with headlights on.
__Upon arriving proceed to the staging point and check in to the
designated coordinator.
__We will operate at the direction of the agency or organization
that we are assisting as long as that assistance is with in the
law and rules laid out by the FCC. Emergency Situations that require
rule violation will be handled on a case by case basis.
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