CERT Organization Unit 6
Unit Objectives Describe the CERT structure Identify how CERTs interrelate with ICS Explain documentation requirements 6-1
Unit Topics CERT Organization Mobilization Documentation 6-2
Incident Command System 6-3
Incident Command System Functions Incident Commander position is always staffed Management Leads It Operations Does It Planning Tells It Logistics Gets It Finance Pays It 6-4
ICS Example: A Large BBQ Assign the most appropriate role based on the specific activity: Incident Commander The person who is hosting the BBQ Operations The Cook Planning Menu, invitations, maps Logistics Gets the stuff -food, charcoal, etc. Finance Person who is paying for it 6-5
CERTs and EOC Policy Group EOC Director Public Information Officer Legal Officer Joint Information Center Emergency Management Coordinator Safety Officer Liaison Officer Agency Representative Operations Planning Logistics Finance/Administration Law Enforcement Branch Damage Assessment Service Branch Cost Unit Coroner Security Officer Situation Unit Communications Personnel Time Unit Fire/Rescue Branch Resource Unit Care and Shelter Red Cross Claims Unit CERT Medical Message Coordinator Status/Check-in Recorder Recovery Unit Food Unit Leader Converging Volunteers Support Branch Procurement Unit Public Works Branch Documentation Unit Supply Transportation Facilities Base Camp Manager 6-6
Non-Emergency Structure 6-7
CERT Activation We do not self activate. Each neighborhood has an activation plan Activation methods: Foster City emergency ham frequency of 147.570 MHz. Foster City TV on channel 27. Foster City radio 1680 on the AM dial. A text message from smcalert.info. An announcement from your Neighborhood Team Leader, who has received an official announcement from a Foster City Fire Department representative, on the assigned FRS/GMRS radio channel for your neighborhood. An official announcement on local commercial television. 6-8
CERT Mobilization CERTs take care of themselves, their families, their homes, their neighbors Proceed to predesignated neighborhood assembly area collect intel on the way Division Supervisor is established, organizes the group Division Supervisor prioritizes actions Organization is flexible and evolves based on new information 6-9
CERT Operations Command structure Incident Command Post (located behind the fire station) Incident Commander, Ops Chief, Logs Chief, Plans Chief Branch Directors Division Supervisors Field Team Leaders Expanded structure as needed 6-10
Foster City CERT Structure 6-11
Incident Command Team 6-12
Branches & Divisions 6-13
Foster City CERT Structure in the Field A Foster City CERT Field Team (ALWAYS a minimum of three CERT members) Team Leader Scribe FRS Radio Operator 6-14
Dealing with the Media Refer media inquiries to CERT Unit Leader Do not let media inhibit CERT goals Be careful about information released 6-15
NIMS Compliance Ability to work together IS-100.a: Introduction to ICS IS-700.b: Introduction to NIMS http://training.fema.g ov/is/nims.asp 6-16
Rescuer Safety Rescuer safety is first priority Heavy damage = No rescue Moderate damage = Locate, triage, evacuate Light damage = Locate, triage, continue sizeup, and document 6-17
Principles of Onscene Management Maintain the safety of disaster workers Provide clear leadership and organizational structure Improve effectiveness of rescue efforts 6-18
CERT Onscene Management Well-defined management structure Manageable span of control (3-7) Common terminology Effective communication Consolidated action plans Comprehensive resource management Accountability 6-19
Objectives for On-Scene Management 1. Identify scope of incident 2. Determine overall strategy 3. Deploy resources 4. Document actions and results 6-20
CERT Members and Leadership In emergencies, every CERT member will encounter situations where they need to lead You may be a leader of your team You may be a Division Supervisor, Branch Director (or part of the Incident Command Team) Are you comfortable being team leader? Do you know how to support your team leader by being an effective team member? 6-21
CERT Team Composition Team is a unit of three or more individuals coordinating and cooperating to accomplish specific goals Leaders and team members are all part of same team The team leader and members work together and look out for each other 6-22
Leaders in Action Situational awareness Tasks for leading team operations Leading in stressful situations 6-23
Leader Responsibilities Establish team chain of command Delegate responsibility to team members Develop goals and tasks Maintain view of entire situation Anticipate changes Resolve problems within team Ensure safety of team members Take care of personal well-being Be available and visible to team 6-24
Situational Awareness CERT leaders oversee people, operating procedures, and equipment CERT leaders maintain situational awareness at all times: Physical conditions of incident Where team members are and what they are doing Psychosocial conditions of team Current status of all aspects of incident 6-25
Documentation Write it down! Happens at all levels of CERT Maintain accountability Protect yourself & our community 6-26
Documentation Forms Damage Assessment Personnel Resources Sign-In Incident/Assignment Tracking Log Briefing Assignment Victim Treatment Area Record Communications Log Equipment Inventory General Message ICS 214 Unit Log FC CERT Neighborhood Damage Assessment FC CERT Victim Data Form FC CERT Incident Report Log 6-27
Damage Assessment 6-28
Personnel Resources Sign-In 6-29
Incident/Assignment Tracking Log 6-30
Briefing Assignment 6-31
Victim Treatment Area Record 6-32
Communications Log 6-33
Equipment Inventory 6-34
General Message 6-35
ICS 214 Unit Log 6-36
FC CERT Neighborhood Damage Assessment 6-37
FC CERT Incident Report Log 6-38
FC CERT Victim Data Form 6-39
Documentation Flow Division
Documentation Flow Division Staging / Scribe
Documentation Flow Division Staging / Scribe Field Teams
Documentation Flow Division Staging / Scribe Field Teams
Documentation Flow Division Staging / Scribe Field Teams
Mock Activation Pick a Division Supervisor Other two on your team are Scribes Document ALL activities Fill out ALL the forms in your game packet Prioritize your incidents Assign CERT Teams to (7) incidents with gear
Unit Summary ICS provides flexible means of organization Is it safe to attempt the rescue? Document and communicate information to all CERT levels Provide the Division with ongoing information about damage assessment, group status, and needs Divisions and the Operation s Chief documents and tracks situation status 6-46