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(US&R) Response System RESCUE FIELD OPERATIONS GUIDE National Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) Response System RESCUE FIELD OPERATIONS GUIDE US&R-23-FG RESCUE FIELD OPERATIONS GUIDE (ROG) The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) identifies four levels of operational guidance for use by emergency teams and other personnel involved in conducting or supporting disaster operations. This document corresponds to the level highlighted in bold italics. Level 1 Over view: A brief concept summary of a disaster-related function, team, or capability. Level 2 SOP: A complete reference document detailing the procedures for performing a single function (Standard Operating Procedure), or a number of interdependent functions (Ops Manual). Level 3 Field Operations Guide (FOG ): A durable pocket guide, containing essential nuts-and- bolts information needed to perform specific assignments or functions. Level 4 Job Aid: A checklist or other aid for job performance or job training. This document is consistent with and supports the Federal Response Plan for implementation of the Rober t T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. § 5121, et seq. The most current copy of this document, including any change pages, is available through the FEMA Intranet in the National Emergency Management Information System (NEMIS) Reference Library (http://nemis.fema.net), under Response and Recovery/Policies and Guidance, Disaster Operations Guidance. 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 1 FOREWORD This Rescue Field Operations Guide has been prepared to guide Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Rescue personnel during Federal disaster response operations. The National Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) Response System provides for the coordination, development, and maintenance of the Federal effort with resources to locate, extricate, and provide immediate medical treatment to victims trapped in collapsed structures; and to conduct other life saving operations. This guide is designed to supplement the National US&R Response System Field Operations Guide, September 2003 (US&R-23-FG) which provides the US&R Response System methods of operation, organization, capabilities, and procedures in mobilization, on-site operations, and demobilization. This guide provides a detailed reference for performing Rescue Operations. The content further elaborates on the content initially provided in US&R-23-FG. Questions, comments, and suggested improvements related to this document are encouraged. Inquiries, information, and requests for additional copies should be directed in writing to the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Response Division, Operations Branch, 500 C Street SW, Washington, DC 20472 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 Introduction: The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), developed the National Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) Response System to support the Emergency Support Function (ESF) #9 (Urban Search and Rescue) of the Federal Response Plan. Within this framework, resources are mobilized to respond to structural collapse and other incidents nationwide. Document Purpose: This DHS/FEMA US&R Rescue Operations Guide has been developed to support response resources during training and on missions. This guide supplements the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System FOG, September 2003 (US&R-2-FG). This guide is a compilation and summary of important strategic and tactical information, developed procedures, and reference material specifically for the performance of Rescue Operations. 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 3 Table of Contents 1. Onsite Information 1. Personnel Assignments 2-1 2. Radio Channels 2-2 3. Team Briefing Components 2-3 4. Squad POA Requirements 2-4 2. Position Duties 1. RTM General Duties 3-1 2. RTM On Site Duties 3-2 & 3 3. RSO General Duties 3-4 4. RSO On Site Duties 3-5 5. Blank 3-6 3. Medevac Procedures 1. Medevac Procedures 4-1 & 2 2. Helicopter Hand Signals 4-3 3. NATO Phonetic Alphabet 4-4 4. BOO Setup 1. Requirements 5-1 2. Priorities 5-2 3. Assignments 5-3 4. Responsibilities 5-4 5. Setup Procedures 5-5 6. Cache Procedures 5-6 7. TFCP Procedures 5-7 8. Medical Procedures 5-8 9. Shelter Procedures 5-9 10. Sanitation/Hygiene Procedures 5-10 11. Community Tent Procedures 5-11 12. Security/Hazards Procedures 5-12 13. Tent Assignments 5-13 14. Sample Layout 5-14 5. RECON/Marking Systems 1. Strategic, Management & Search Markings 6-1 2. Search & Recon Initial Tasks 6-2 3. Structure ID 6-3 & 4 4. FEMA Structures/Hazards Marking 6-5 5. FEMA Search Assessment Marking 6-6 & 7 6. FEMA Victim Location Marking 6-8 7. INSARAG Structure Assessment Marking 6-9 8. INSARAG Victim Location Marking 6-10 9. Recon Team Make-Up 6-11 10. Recon Operations 6-12 11. Site Assessment Forms 6-13 & 14 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 4 Table of Contents (cont.) 6. Rescue 1. “LCES” 7-1 2. Weight, Anchors & Bolting 7-2 3. Sling Angles 7-3 4. Sling Arrangements and Safe Working Loads 7-4 5. Crane Signals 7-5 6. Cribbing 7-6 7. Shore Examples Window/Door Shore 7-7 Window/Door Prefab Shore 7-8 Temporary “T” Shore 7-9 Double “T” Shore 7-10 Vertical Shore 7-11 Lace Post Shore 7-12 Horizontal Shore 7-13 Flying Raker Shore 7-14 Split Sole Raker – U-Channel Base 7-15 Split Sole Raker – Trough Base 7-16 Solid Sole Raker 7-17 45 Degree Raker Strut Lengths 7-18 60 Degree Raker Strut Lengths 7-19 Raker Shore Lacing and Bracing 7-20 Sloped Floor Shore Perpendicular Type I 7-21 Sloped Floor Shore Perpendicular Type II 7-22 Sloped Floor Shore Friction 7-23 Gusset Plate, Lacing & Bracing Nail Patterns 7-24 Cleat Nail Patterns 7-25 Split Sole Raker Base Alternatives 7-26 8. Activity Log Forms (2 sided) 8-1 & 2 9. Miscellaneous Information Signs, Symptoms & Treatment for Exposure 9-1 Directions for Mark I Use 9-2 10. Emergency Procedures General Cordon Markings 10-1 Evacuation Signals 10-2 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 5 Personnel Assignments Rescue Squad: Squad Personnel Officer: 1(ASL): 2: 3: 4: 5: HM: Medic: TFL 1: TFL 2: RTM 1: RTM 2: LOG 1: LOG 2: 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 1 - 1 Radio Channels TFL 1 TFL 2 RTM 1 RTM 2 LOG 1 LOG 2 MED 1 MED 2 BOO 1 BOO 2 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 1 - 2 Team Briefing Components Situation / Hazard Evaluation: Operational Period Objectives: Site Control / Required PPE: Logistical Support: Emergency Signals / Procedures: EMS Plan: HAZ MAT Concerns: Communications: Sketch/Notes: 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 1 - 3 Squad POA Requirements Sign in/Check in Personal Pack inspection Vehicle keys Contact Information sheet Family Support Team information sheet Medical review/Shot Record MRE/Water Communications equipment issue Passport (if required) Brief Relief issue 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 1 - 4 Rescue Team Manager General Duties Reports to TFL Provide input to assist the TFL in developing the tactical objectives Coordinate and supervise operations necessary to achieve the tactical objectives Determine logistical and organizational needs Receive briefings and SITREPs from TFL Brief assigned personnel Provide situation updates and maintain reports Prepare evaluations for assigned personnel 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 - 1 Rescue Team Manager On Site Duties Overall assessment process to determine: • Functional requirements • Work schedules and rotation periods • Adequacy of support facilities Coordinate activities with Search & Recon Assist in development of team action plan Coordinate objectives and personnel assignments Ensure proper worksite setup, control & safety Evaluate operations and modify as needed Evaluate capacity of resources to complete assignment Order additional resources as needed 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 - 2 Rescue Team Manager On site Duties (cont.) Resolve coordination, personnel and communication issues Provide periodic progress reports to the TFL Identify completion of assignments Identify availability of resources Submit daily reports to Plans Ensure proper information exchange at relief or demob Notify Logistics of equipment, supply or maintenance issues 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 - 3 Rescue Squad Officer General Duties Reports to Rescue Team Manager Appoint Assistant Squad Leader (ASL) Implement rescue component of the Team Action Plan Coordinate and supervise assigned personnel at worksites Determine organizational and logistical needs Provide situation updates and maintain reports Evaluate and modify rescue tactics and methods as needed Prepare evaluations for assigned personnel 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 - 4 Rescue Squad Officer On Site Duties Coordinate logistical requirements with Rescue Team Manager and Logistics Determine availability of resources Evaluate capacity to complete assignment Order additional resources as needed Make periodic progress reports to the Rescue Team Manager Submit daily reports and records to Plans Ensure proper information exchange at relief or demob Notify Rescue Team Manager of equipment, supply or maintenance issues 15 Sep 2006 US&R-23-FG 2 - 5 NOTES: _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________
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