Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume IV: Sample

Documents and Formats (2006)

Section 1 - Program Management

The HSEEP Volume IV provides sample exercise documents, formats, multimedia files, and policy 

guidance for exercise planning. The following resources were archived on October 7, 2015 from:

https://web.archive.org/web/20090112224736/https://hseep.dhs.gov/hseep_vols/default1.aspx?url=h

ome.aspx 

Program Management

Program Management > Exercise Planning Workshop (EPW)

• Improvement Planning Workshop Brief Template

• Improvement Planning Workshop Users' Handbook

• Improvement Planning Workshop Worksheet

• Training and Exercise Planning Workshop Brief Template

• Training and Exercise Planning Workshop Users' Handbook

• Training and Exercise Planning Workshop Worksheet

• Multi-Year Training and Exercise Calendar Template

Program Management > Policies

• Exercise Weapons Policy

• FEMA Weapons Policy
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For Official Use Only - FOUO

[Jurisdiction/Agency] 

Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW)
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Welcome and Introductions
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Agenda

 Overview of the Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW)

 Previous Year’s Training and Exercise Plan (TEP) Progress

 Homeland Security Strategy Briefs

 [Jurisdiction/Agency] Capability/Threat Assessment

 Improvement Planning Activities

 Closing Remarks
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Training and Exercise Strategy

Conduct Annual 

Improvement 

Planning Workshop 

Track Improvements I 

Corrective Actions 

Implement 

Improvements I 

Corrective Actions 

Finalize & Distribute 

After Action Report I 

Improvement Plan 

Conduct After Action 

Conference 

Develop Draft After 

Action Report 

FEMA 

Update 

Preparedness 

Assessments 

HSEEP 

Develop Preparedness 

Strategy 

Identify Program 

Resources I Funding 

Conduct Annual 

Training & Exercise 

Planning Workshop 
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IPW Purpose

 Develop exercise priorities using capability, needs, and risk 

assessments and previous years’ real-world events and 

exercises. 

 Support development of a more cohesive TEP.

 Review priorities with colleagues to ensure these are the 

correct priorities before the Training and Exercise Planning 

Workshop (TEPW).

 Better prepare TEPW participants.
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Multi-Year Training and Exercise 

Plan (TEP) Progress
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[Host Jurisdiction/Agency] 

Capability/Threat/Needs Assessment
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[Participant Jurisdiction/Agency] 

Briefs
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Strengths

Activity 3: 

Identify Target 

Capabilities

Activity 2: 

Identify Areas for 

Improvement

Activity 4: 

Prioritize Target 

Capabilities
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Objective

Determine strengths 

that can be shared 

with other agencies 

and jurisdictions.

Instructions

1. Identify what worked well during 

previous real-world events and 

exercises.

2. Identify Improvement Plan action 

items that have been validated 

through real-world events and 

exercises. Time

Activity: 30 minutes

Activity 1: Identify Strengths 
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Strengths

Activity 3: 

Identify Target 

Capabilities

Activity 2: 

Identify Areas for 

Improvement

Activity 4: 

Prioritize Target 

Capabilities
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Objective

Develop areas for 

improvement.

Instructions

1. Identify areas for improvement from 

previous real-world events and 

exercises.

2. Identify potential threats and risks. 

Time

Activity: 90 minutes

Activity 2: Identify Areas for Improvement
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Strengths

Activity 3: 

Identify Target 

Capabilities

Activity 2: 

Identify Areas for 

Improvement

Activity 4: 

Prioritize Target 

Capabilities
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Objective

Develop a list of 

associated target 

capabilities.

Instructions

1. Assign target capabilities for each 

area for improvement identified 

during the last activity. 

2. If multiple target capabilities are 

associated with a priority, then 

determine a primary target 

capability. Time

Activity: 60 minutes

Activity 3: Identify Target Capabilities 
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Strengths

Activity 3: 

Identify Target 

Capabilities

Activity 2: 

Identify Areas for 

Improvement

Activity 4: 

Prioritize Target 

Capabilities
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Objective

Prioritize the 

associated target 

capabilities.

Instructions

1. Determine the number of primary 

capabilities from the last activity 

the [jurisdiction/agency] would like 

to train and exercise in the coming 

years. 

2. Prioritize the primary target 

capabilities. Time

Activity: 45 minutes

Activity 4: Prioritize Target Capabilities
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Strengths

Activity 3: 

Identify Target 

Capabilities

Activity 2: 

Identify Areas for 

Improvement

Activity 4: 

Prioritize Target 

Capabilities
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Wrap Up

IPW Inputs

After-Action Reports

Threat Assessments

Capabilities Assessments

Homeland Security Strategies

Plans

IPW

IPW Outputs

Areas for Improvement

Priority Target Capabilities

TEPW Inputs

Areas for Improvement (IPW)

Priority Target Capabilities (IPW)

Exercise & Training Schedules

Special Events

TEPW Output

Multi-Year Training and Exercise 

Plan

TEPW
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Hot Wash
IMPROVEMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP (IPW)

USER HANDBOOK

OCTOBER 2009
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PREFACE

The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) is a capabilities-based 

exercise program that provides common exercise policy and program guidance that constitutes a 

national standard for exercises. The purpose of the program is to build self-sustaining exercise 

programs and provide a standardized methodology for designing, developing, conducting, and 

evaluating all exercises. The HSEEP methodology contains exercise program management 

methodology: the building-block approach to training and exercises. 

Exercise program management assists a jurisdiction or agency in sustaining a variety of 

preparedness activities and includes multi-year planning, budgeting, grant management, and 

funding allocation. Program management is cyclical: a Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

(TEP), developed at the Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW), is developed in 

accordance with the jurisdiction or agency’s preparedness priorities. Exercise activities are then 

planned and conducted according to the TEP schedule. 

An annual Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW), which precedes the TEPW, provides a 

forum to review action items gleaned from the previous year’s After Action Reports (AARs) and 

real-world events, and drives the innovation of planning priorities. Priorities, in turn, drive the 

selection of training and exercises at the annual TEPW.
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CONTENTS

Preface............................................................. ii

Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW).................................. 1

Purpose ........................................................... 1

Preparation ....................................................... 1

Conduct ........................................................... 2

Timeline .......................................................... 4

Participants ...................................................... 4

Components ........................................................ 4

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) ......... 5

Capabilities-Based Planning ....................................... 5

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 (HSPD-8) ............... 6

National Preparedness Goal ........................................ 6

National Planning Scenarios ....................................... 6

Target Capabilities List (TCL) .................................... 7

Universal Task List (UTL) ......................................... 7

Appendix A: Target Capabilities List (TCL)........................... 1

Appendix B: Sample Forms............................................. 1

Sample Invitation Letter .......................................... 1

Sample IPW Agenda ................................................. 2

Sample Participant List ........................................... 3
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IMPROVEMENT PLANNING WORKSHOP (IPW)

Purpose 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has developed this Improvement Planning 

Workshop (IPW) User Handbook, which provides the necessary information and documentation 

to assist any jurisdiction or agency in conducting an annual IPW. It has been tailored to include 

documents appropriate to the needs of the jurisdiction or agency conducting the IPW, including 

guidelines, sample documents, timelines, and definitions. This handbook was developed to assist 

all levels of government (Federal, State, and local) in conducting an IPW. As such, each 

jurisdiction or agency should tailor all materials to its needs and processes.

The IPW provides an opportunity to determine the primary areas for improvement and target 

capabilities on which the jurisdiction or agency should focus its exercise programs. These areas 

for improvement and target capabilities constitute the foundation for the ongoing development 

and evolution of the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan, which is revised annually at the 

Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW). At the TEPW, stakeholders identify training 

and exercise opportunities to help the jurisdiction or agency address the areas for improvement 

as well as the target capabilities. Figure 1 illustrates how the IPW ties into the TEPW and 

highlights the inputs and outputs of each workshop.

Figure 1. IPW and TEPW Process

Preparation

Sponsoring and conducting an IPW requires a great deal of preparation and coordination. Readahead material should be distributed to all IPW participants at least 4 weeks before the actual 

workshop to enable participants to understand what is expected of them and assist them in being 

prepared to contribute.

IPW Inputs

After-Action Reports

Threat Assessments

Capabilities Assessments

Homeland Security Strategies

Plans

IPW

IPW Outputs

Areas for Improvement

Priority Target Capabilities

TEPW Inputs

Areas for Improvement (IPW)

Priority Target Capabilities (IPW)

Exercise & Training Schedules

Special Events

TEPW Output

Multi-Year Training and Exercise 

Plan

TEPW
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The read-ahead material will provide participants with an overview of the recent national 

preparedness initiatives that have helped shape the concept of the Multi-Year Training and 

Exercise Plan, which is the result of the TEPW. The read-ahead material should be presented to 

anyone who has not yet had Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

training and to new members of the planning group before conducting the IPW or TEPW to 

ensure an understanding of the basis of the process. 

IPW participants should be aware of their jurisdiction or agency’s capabilities, homeland 

security strategy, and improvement planning action items from the previous year’s exercises and 

real-world events. They should be prepared to assess jurisdictional/agency capabilities, prioritize 

outstanding improvement planning corrective actions, and craft jurisdiction or agency-level 

priorities that will drive the host jurisdiction or agency’s training and exercise planning.

Conduct

Overview

It is recommended that the IPW be held at most 1 month before the TEPW. To ensure the same 

participants are at both the IPW and the TEPW, the IPW can be held the day before the TEPW. 

This will ensure that the participants are familiar with the areas for improvement. 

Sponsors should anticipate that the IPW will require 1 day for conduct. Because the output of the 

IPW forms the foundation of the TEPW, participants will focus on the following activities:

 Identify strengths. Identify strengths from the past year’s real-world events and 

exercises.

 Identify areas for improvement. Develop areas for improvement from the past year’s 

real-world events and exercises, the progress the jurisdiction or agency has made against 

last year’s priorities, the homeland security strategy briefs, and the jurisdiction or 

agency’s capability/threat/needs assessment.

 Identify target capabilities. Associate target capabilities with the areas for 

improvement.

 Prioritize target capabilities. Prioritize the primary target capabilities.

It is important to provide background information to participants before the activities. The 

jurisdiction or agency should provide a summary of progress made against the previous year’s 

Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan. This summary could include response and recovery 

operations during real-world events and exercises and training conducted during the previous 

year. Facilitators should invite participants to provide a brief on their jurisdiction or agency’s 

homeland security strategy and areas of focus for the coming years. The jurisdiction or agency

should provide an overview of the jurisdiction or agency’s risk or capabilities assessment.

Jurisdiction or Agency Point of Contact (POC) Responsibilities

To ensure the IPW is effective, a list of basic roles and responsibilities has been designated to the 

jurisdiction or agency point of contact (POC). The jurisdiction or agency will provide the 

structure for all workshop activities (based on the HSEEP framework). It is the responsibility of 

all IPW participants to review their jurisdiction or agency’s capabilities, homeland security 
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strategy, and improvement planning action items from the previous year’s exercises and realworld events. 

IPW Preparation

 Prepare all documentation and meeting facilitation materials (e.g., agendas, PowerPoint 

presentations, minutes) in support of the workshop.

 Invite and register all participants for the workshop (see Appendix B for sample 

invitation letter).

 Set workshop agenda (see Appendix B for sample agenda).

 Ensure that participants review the jurisdiction or agency homeland security strategy and 

the prerequisite IPW reading.

IPW Conduct

 Conduct and facilitate the IPW. 

 If breakout groups are required, provide a facilitator for group discussions. 

 Coordinate recording of major points of discussion.

Post-IPW

 Draft IPW summary, and submit it to the DHS.

 Finalize the jurisdiction or agency priorities, and distribute them to all TEPW 

participants.

 Schedule and prepare for the TEPW.

IPW Checklist

Please use the following checklist to ensure all the proper activities occur when conducting an 

IPW.

 Invite all applicable representatives, and provide an RSVP deadline.

 Ensure all IPW invitees are provided with all prerequisite materials.

 Ensure all IPW invitees understand the requirement to bring their previous year’s 

improvement plans (IPs) to the IPW.

 Register all IPW attendees.

 Prepare all documentation and meeting facilitation materials (e.g., agendas, presentations, 

homeland security strategy, TCL) in support of the conference.

 Conduct and facilitate the IPW. Provide adequate facilitation, so that attendees stay 

focused on IPW goals. Coordinate recording of major points for discussion.

 Finalize jurisdiction or agency priorities. Draft IPW summary, and submit it to all IPW

attendees, TEPW invitees, and the DHS.

 Prepare for the TEPW.
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Timeline

Date Activity

IPW – 6 to 8 weeks Invite stakeholders.

IPW – 4 weeks Send read-ahead material to IPW stakeholders.

IPW Conduct IPW.

IPW + 2 weeks Provide draft IPW summary to stakeholders.

IPW + 3 weeks Stakeholders review and approve/disapprove IPW summary.

IPW + 4 weeks Conduct TEPW.

Participants

IPW participants should be aware of their jurisdiction or agency’s capabilities, homeland 

security strategy, and improvement planning action items from the previous year’s exercises and 

real-world events. They should be prepared to assess jurisdictional/agency capabilities, prioritize 

outstanding improvement planning corrective actions, and craft jurisdiction or agency-level 

priorities that will drive the host jurisdiction or agency’s training and exercise planning.

It is recommended that the audience be kept to 50 or fewer participants and that participants 

include response and recovery partners. The following is meant as a possible list of invitees and 

should not be considered an all-inclusive mandatory list. Depending on the jurisdiction or 

agency, the invitee could be the preparedness officer, training and exercise officer, emergency 

management representative, homeland security representative, health officer, administrative 

agent, law enforcement representative, fire representative, and so forth.

 States, UASI entities, tribes, and local governments

 Emergency Support Function (ESF) leads

 Other Federal agencies (e.g., U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of 

the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Transportation Security 

Administration, Defense Coordinating Elements)

To prepare for the IPW, participants should review the following:

 Current Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

 Target Capabilities List (TCL) (September 2007) 

(see https://www.llis.dhs.gov/docdetails/details.do?contentID=26724)

 Jurisdiction or agency’s IPs from the previous year’s real-world events and exercises, 

focusing on the corrective actions that are outstanding or need to be validated through 

training and exercises

 Homeland security strategies and risk/threats/needs assessments, as applicable

Components

 Jurisdiction or Agency Homeland Security Strategy. A current overview of 

preparedness activities, planning, training, equipment, and exercises from all agencies 
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and programs should be discussed. Priorities gleaned from the jurisdiction or agency

homeland security strategy should be identified before the IPW, and IPW invitees should 

be aware of the priorities before arrival.

 Capabilities-Based Planning. An overview regarding the focus on capabilities-based 

planning should be conducted. Jurisdiction or agency priorities should be clearly defined 

and discussed as they relate to the national priorities and should be linked to 

improvement planning efforts. Target capabilities that should be accomplished to attain 

jurisdiction or agency priorities should be listed.

 IP Matrices. Participants will review the previous year’s improvement planning 

corrective actions that were identified during evaluation of exercises and real-world 

events. The corrective actions that have not yet been accomplished should be prioritized 

and linked to the TCL. These priorities will drive the selection of training and exercises at 

the TEPW.

 HSEEP. A brief overview of HSEEP should be conducted, highlighting the program’s 

guidelines, goals, and objectives.

The following national preparedness initiatives set the context for capabilities-based 

improvement planning and should be taken into consideration as each jurisdiction or agency

prepares for its respective annual IPW.

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

HSEEP was created to provide a consistent methodology for exercise planning, design, 

development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning processes. HSEEP provides the 

tools and resources such as policy, guidance, training, technology, sample materials, and direct 

support to promote regional, State, and local exercise expertise, while advancing a standardized 

means of assessing and improving preparedness across the Nation.

Capabilities-Based Planning

The National Planning Scenarios and the establishment of the national priorities steered the focus 

of homeland security toward a capabilities-based planning approach. Capabilities-based planning 

focuses on uncertainty. Because it can never be determined with 100 percent accuracy what 

threat or hazard will occur, it is important to build capabilities that can be applied to a wide 

variety of incidents. The Target Capabilities List (TCL) defines capabilities-based planning as 

“planning, under uncertainty, to build capabilities suitable for a wide range of threats and hazards 

while working within an economic framework that necessitates prioritization and choice.” As 

such, capabilities-based planning is all-hazards planning that identifies a baseline assessment of 

State or urban area homeland security efforts. An assessment of this kind is necessary to begin 

any long-term exercise strategy. This determines where current capabilities stand against the 

Universal Task List (UTL) and TCL and identifies gaps in capabilities. The approach focuses 

efforts on identifying and developing the capabilities from the TCL to perform the critical tasks 

from the UTL.
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Evolution of Capabilities-Based Planning

HSPD-8

National 

Preparedness 

Goal

National 

Planning 

Scenarios

UTL TCL

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 (HSPD-8)

On December 17, 2003, the President issued Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 

(HSPD-8): National Preparedness. Among other actions, HSPD-8 required establishment of a 

National Preparedness Goal, which establishes measurable priorities, targets, and a common 

approach to developing capabilities needed to better prepare the Nation as a whole. The National 

Preparedness Goal uses a capabilities-based planning approach to help answer the following 

questions:

 How prepared are we?

 How prepared do we need to be?

 How do we prioritize efforts to close the gap? 

As a result of HSPD-8 and the National Preparedness Goal, a set of National Planning Scenarios 

was developed to illustrate the effects and conditions of incidents of national significance for 

which the Nation should prepare.

National Preparedness Goal

The National Preparedness Goal is designed to guide Federal departments and agencies; State, 

territorial, tribal, and local officials; the private sector; nongovernmental organizations (NGOs);

and the public in determining how most effectively and efficiently to strengthen preparedness for 

terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. 

The following eight national priorities were established by the DHS National Preparedness Goal:

1. Implement the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and National Response 

Framework (NRF).

2. Expand regional collaboration.

3. Implement the National Infrastructure Preparedness Plan.

4. Strengthen information sharing and collaboration capabilities.

5. Strengthen chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives 

(CBRNE) weapons detection, response, and decontamination capabilities.

6. Strengthen interoperable communications capabilities.

7. Strengthen medical surge and mass prophylaxis capabilities.

8. Strengthen emergency operations planning and citizen protection capabilities.

National Planning Scenarios

The 15 National Planning Scenarios address all-hazards incidents, which include terrorism, 

natural disasters, and health emergencies. They represent the minimum number of scenarios 

necessary to illustrate the range of potential incidents, rather than every possible threat or hazard. 

The 15 National Planning Scenarios are:
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1. Improvised Nuclear Device (IND)

2. Aerosolized Anthrax 

3. Pandemic Influenza 

4. Plague

5. Blister Agent 

6. Toxic Industrial Chemical 

7. Nerve Agent 

8. Chlorine Tank Explosion

9. Major Earthquake

10. Major Hurricane

11. Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD)

12. Improvised Explosive Device (IED)

13. Food Contamination

14. Foreign Animal Disease (FAD)

15. Cyber

The National Planning Scenarios serve as the basis for identifying tasks that must be performed 

to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from these incidents, as well as the 

capabilities required to perform the tasks. The 15 scenarios provide for common planning factors 

in terms of the potential scope, magnitude, and complexity of major events that will help to 

determine the target levels of capability required and apportion responsibility among all potential 

partners. Developing appropriate capabilities to address this range of scenarios will best prepare 

the Nation for terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies.

Target Capabilities List (TCL)

The TCL includes 37 goals that will balance the potential threat and magnitude of terrorist 

attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies with the resources required for prevention, 

response, and recovery. This list is designed to help jurisdictions understand what their 

preparedness roles and responsibilities are during a major incident and includes everything from 

all-hazards planning to worker health and safety.

Universal Task List (UTL)

The UTL is a list of every unique task that was identified from the list of National Planning 

Scenarios developed under the leadership of the Homeland Security Council. The UTL is a 

reference to help plan, organize, equip, train, exercise, and evaluate personnel for the tasks they 

may need to perform during a major incident.
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APPENDIX A: TARGET CAPABILITIES LIST (TCL)

Common Target Capabilities

 Communications. Communications is the fundamental capability within disciplines and 

jurisdictions that practitioners need to perform the most routine and basic elements of 

their job functions. Agencies must be operable, meaning they must have sufficient 

wireless communications to meet their everyday internal and emergency communication 

requirements before they place value on being interoperable (i.e., able to work with other 

agencies). Communications interoperability is the ability of public safety agencies 

(police, fire, emergency medical services [EMS]) and service agencies (public works, 

transportation, hospitals) to talk within and across agencies and jurisdictions via radio 

and associated communications systems, exchanging voice, data, and/or video with one 

another on demand, in real time, when needed, and when authorized. It is essential that 

public safety has the intra-agency operability it needs and that it builds its systems toward 

interoperability.

 Community Preparedness and Participation. This capability provides that everyone in 

America is fully aware, trained, and practiced on how to prevent, protect/mitigate, 

prepare for, and respond to all threats and hazards. This requires a role for citizens in 

personal preparedness, exercises, ongoing volunteer programs, and surge capacity 

response. Specific capabilities for universal preparedness—including knowledge of all

hazards (technological, natural, and terrorist incidents) and related protective measures, 

skills, and supplies—will be determined through a collaborative process with emergency 

responders.

 Planning. Planning is the mechanism through which Federal, State, local, and tribal

governments, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector develop, validate, 

and maintain plans, policies, and procedures describing how they will prioritize, 

coordinate, manage, and support personnel, information, equipment, and resources to 

prevent, protect and mitigate against, respond to, and recover from incidents of national 

significance. Preparedness plans are drafted by a litany of organizations, agencies, and 

departments at all levels of government and within the private sector. Preparedness plans 

are not limited to plans drafted by emergency management planners. This capability sets 

forth many of the activities and tasks undertaken by an emergency management planner 

when drafting (or updating) emergency management (preparedness) plans.

 Risk Management. Risk Management is defined by the Government Accountability 

Office as “A continuous process of managing—through a series of mitigating actions that 

permeate an entity’s activities—the likelihood of an adverse event and its negative 

impact.” Risk management is founded in the capacity for all levels of government to 

identify and measure risk before an event, based on threats/hazards, vulnerabilities, and 

consequences, and to manage the exposure to that risk through prioritization and 

implementation of risk-reduction strategies. The capability and actions to perform risk 

management may well vary between levels of government; however, the foundation of 

risk management is constant.
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 Intelligence/Information Sharing and Dissemination. This capability provides 

necessary tools to enable efficient prevention, protection, response, and recovery 

activities. Intelligence/information sharing and dissemination is the multijurisdictional, 

multidisciplinary exchange and dissemination of information and intelligence among the 

Federal, State, local, and tribal layers of government; the private sector; and citizens. The 

goal of sharing and dissemination is to facilitate distribution of relevant, actionable, 

timely, and preferably declassified or unclassified information and/or intelligence that is 

updated frequently to the consumers who need it. More simply, the goal is to get the right 

information to the right people at the right time. An effective intelligence/information 

sharing and dissemination system will provide durable, reliable, and effective information 

exchanges (both horizontally and vertically) between those responsible for gathering 

information and the analysts and consumers of threat-related information. It will also 

allow for feedback and other necessary communications in addition to the regular flow of 

information and intelligence.

Prevent Mission Area

 CBRNE Detection. The preventive chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and highyield explosives (CBRNE) detection capability provides the ability to detect CBRNE 

materials at points of manufacture, transportation, and use. It is important to note that the 

activities and tasks described in this capability will be carried out individually for each 

specific agent, rather than for all agents at the same time. Therefore, when considering 

critical tasks and preparedness measures, each task and measure should be applied 

separately to each CBRNE agent. For example, in considering whether technical support 

(or “reachback”) is available, radiological/nuclear reachback is considerably different 

from chemical, biological, or explosive reachback. Preparedness in one or more of the 

CBRNE areas does not equate to preparedness across the entire CBRNE detection 

spectrum.

 Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings. This capability 

entails the gathering, consolidation, and retention of raw data and information from 

sources including human sources, observation, technical sources, and open (unclassified) 

materials. Unlike intelligence collection, information gathering is the continual gathering 

of only pure, unexamined data, not the targeted collection traditionally conducted by the 

intelligence community or targeted investigations. Recognition of indicators and 

warnings is the ability to see in this gathered data the potential trends, indications, and/or 

warnings of criminal and/or terrorist activities (including planning and surveillance) 

against U.S. citizens, government entities, critical infrastructure, and/or U.S. allies.

 Intelligence Analysis and Production. Intelligence analysis and production is the 

merging of data and information for the purpose of analyzing, linking, and disseminating 

timely and actionable intelligence with an emphasis on the larger public safety and 

homeland security threat picture. This process focuses on the consolidation of analytical 

products among the intelligence analysis units at the Federal, State, local, and tribal levels 

for tactical, operational, and strategic use. This capability also includes the examination 

of raw data to identify threat pictures, recognize potentially harmful patterns, or connect 

suspicious links to discern potential indications or warnings.
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 Counter-Terror Investigations and Law Enforcement. This is the capability that 

includes the broad range of activities undertaken by law enforcement and related entities 

to detect, examine, probe, investigate, and conduct operations related to potential terrorist 

activities. Current and emerging investigative techniques are used with an emphasis on 

training, legal frameworks, recognition of indications and warnings, source development, 

interdiction, and related issues specific to antiterrorism activities.

Protect Mission Area

 Critical Infrastructure Protection. This capability enables public and private entities to 

identify, assess, prioritize, and protect critical infrastructure and key resources so they 

can detect, prevent, deter, devalue, and mitigate deliberate efforts to destroy, incapacitate, 

or exploit the Nation’s critical infrastructure and key resources.

 Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation. This capability is the capacity to 

rapidly conduct epidemiological investigations. It includes exposure and disease (both 

deliberate release and naturally occurring) detection, rapid implementation of active 

surveillance, maintenance of ongoing surveillance activities, epidemiological 

investigation, analysis, and communication with the public and providers about case 

definitions, disease risk and mitigation, and recommendations for the implementation of 

control measures.

 Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense. This is the capability to prevent, protect 

against, respond to, and recover from chemical, biological, and radiological contaminants

and other hazards that affect the safety of food and agricultural products. This includes 

timely eradication of outbreaks of crop diseases/pests, assessments of the integrity of the 

food-producing industry, removal and disposal of potentially compromised materials 

from the U.S. food supply, and decontamination of affected food manufacturing facilities 

or retail points of purchase or service. This also includes appropriate laboratory 

surveillance to detect human foodborne illness or food product contamination. It is 

accomplished concurrent to protecting public health and maintaining domestic and 

international confidence in the U.S. commercial food supply. Additionally, the public is 

provided with accurate and timely notification and instructions related to an event and 

appropriate steps to follow with regard to disposal of affected food or agricultural 

products and appropriate decontamination procedures.

 Public Health Laboratory Testing. This capability is the ongoing surveillance, rapid 

detection, confirmatory testing, data reporting, investigative support, and laboratory 

networking to address potential exposure or exposure to all hazards including chemical, 

radiological, and biological agents in all matrices including clinical specimens and food 

and environmental samples (e.g., water, air, soil). Such all-hazard threats include those 

deliberately released with criminal intent as well as those that may be present as a result 

of unintentional or natural occurrences.

Respond Mission Area

 Animal Disease Emergency Support. This is the capability to protect, prevent, detect, 

respond to, and recover from threats and incidents that would result in the disruption of 

industries related to U.S. livestock, other domestic animals (including companion 
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animals), or wildlife and/or endanger the food supply, public health, or domestic and 

international trade. It includes the ability to respond to large-scale national and regional 

emergencies as well as to smaller-scale incidents through rapid determination of the 

nature of the event, initiation of the appropriate response, containment of the disrupting 

effects, and facilitation of recovery.

 Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place. This is the capability to prepare for, ensure 

communication of, and immediately execute the safe and effective sheltering-in-place of 

an at-risk population (and companion animals) and/or the organized and managed 

evacuation of the at-risk population (and companion animals) to areas of safe refuge in 

response to a potentially or actually dangerous environment. In addition, this capability 

involves the safe reentry of the population where feasible.

 Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution. This is the capability to identify, 

inventory, dispatch, mobilize, transport, recover, and demobilize and to accurately track 

and record available human and material critical resources throughout all incident 

management phases. Critical resources are those necessary to preserve life, property, 

safety, and security.

 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management. This is the capability to provide 

multiagency coordination for incident management by activating and operating an EOC 

for a preplanned or no-notice event. EOC management includes EOC activation, 

notification, staffing, and deactivation; management, direction, control, and coordination 

of response and recovery activities; coordination of efforts among neighboring 

governments at each level and among local, regional, State, and Federal EOCs; 

coordination of public information and warning; and maintenance of the information and 

communication necessary for coordinating response and recovery activities. Similar 

entities may include the National (or Regional) Response Coordination Center (NRCC or 

RRCC), Joint Field Offices (JFOs), National Operating Center (NOC), Joint Operations 

Center (JOC), Multi-Agency Coordination Center (MACC), Initial Operating Facility 

(IOF), etc.

 Emergency Public Information and Warning. This capability includes public 

information, alert/warning, and notification. It involves developing, coordinating, and 

disseminating information to the public, coordinating officials, incident management 

personnel, and responders across all jurisdictions and disciplines effectively under all 

hazard conditions.

 Emergency Public Safety and Security Response. This is the capability to reduce the 

impact and consequences of an incident or major event by securing the affected area, 

including crime/incident scene preservation issues as appropriate; safely diverting the 

public from hazards; providing security support to other response operations and 

properties; and sustaining operations from response through recovery. Public safety and 

security response requires coordination among officials from law enforcement, fire, and 

EMS.

 Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment. This is the capability to appropriately 

dispatch EMS resources; provide feasible, suitable, and medically acceptable pre-hospital 
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triage and treatment of patients; provide transport as well as medical care en route to an 

appropriate receiving facility; and track patients to a treatment facility.

 Environmental Health. This is the capability to protect the public from environmental 

hazards and manage the health effects of an environmental health emergency on the 

public. The capability minimizes human exposures to environmental public health 

hazards (e.g., contaminated food, air, water, solid waste/debris, hazardous waste, 

vegetation, sediments, vectors). The capability provides the expertise to run fate and 

transport models; design, implement, and interpret the results of environmental field 

surveys and laboratory sample analyses; develop protective guidance where none exists; 

and use available data and judgment to recommend appropriate actions for protecting the 

public and environment. Environmental health identifies environmental hazards in the 

affected area through rapid needs assessments and comprehensive environmental health 

and risk assessments. It works closely with the health community and environmental 

agencies to link exposures with predicted disease outcomes, provides input in the 

development of Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) messages, provides 

guidance on personal protective measures, and advises on environmental health 

guidelines.

 Explosive Device Response Operations. This is the capability to coordinate, direct, and 

conduct improvised explosive device (IED) response after initial alert and notification; 

coordinate intelligence fusion and analysis, information collection, and threat 

recognition; assess the situation and conduct appropriate render-safe procedures (RSP); 

conduct searches for additional devices; and coordinate overall efforts to mitigate 

CBRNE threats to the incident site.

 Fatality Management. This is the capability to effectively perform scene 

documentation; the complete collection and recovery of the dead, victims’ personal 

effects, and items of evidence; decontamination of remains and personal effects (if 

required); transportation, storage, documentation, and recovery of forensic and physical 

evidence; determination of the nature and extent of injury; identification of the fatalities 

using scientific means; certification of the cause and manner of death; processing and 

returning of human remains and personal effects of the victims to the legally authorized 

person(s) (if possible); and interaction with and provision of legal, customary, 

compassionate, and culturally competent required services to the families of deceased 

within the context of the family assistance center. All activities should be sufficiently 

documented for admissibility in criminal and civil courts. Fatality management activities 

also need to be incorporated in the surveillance and intelligence sharing networks to 

identify sentinel cases of bioterrorism and other public health threats. Fatality 

management operations are conducted through a unified command structure.

 Fire Incident Response Support. This capability provides coordination and 

implementation of fire suppression operations, which include the following tasks: 

assessing the scene, assigning resources, establishing an Incident Command System 

(ICS) consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS), communicating 

the status of the situation, requesting additional resources, establishing a safe perimeter, 

evacuating persons in danger, rescuing trapped victims, conducting fire suppression, 

determining the cause of the fire(s), and ensuring the area is left in a safe condition. This 
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capability further includes support necessary to prepare the community and reduce 

vulnerabilities in a major event.

 Isolation and Quarantine. This is the capability to protect the health of the population 

through the use of isolation and/or quarantine measures to contain the spread of disease. 

Isolation of ill individuals may occur in homes, hospitals, designated healthcare facilities, 

or alternate facilities. Quarantine refers to the separation and restriction of movement of 

persons who, while not yet ill, have been exposed to an infectious agent and may become 

infectious. Successful implementation will require that sufficient legal, logistical, and 

informational support exists to maintain these measures. Most experts expect that 

isolation and quarantine will not stop the outbreak and that, if used, the focus will be on 

cases that might introduce the disease into the State or other geographic area.

 Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services). This is the capability to 

provide immediate shelter, feeding centers, basic first aid, bulk distribution of needed 

items, and related services to persons affected by a large-scale incident. Mass care is 

usually provided by nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), such as the American Red 

Cross, or by local government. The capability also provides for companion animal 

care/handling through local government and appropriate animal-related organizations.

 Mass Prophylaxis. This is the capability to protect the health of the population through 

the administration of critical interventions in response to a public health emergency in 

order to prevent the development of disease among those who are exposed or are 

potentially exposed to public health threats. This capability includes the provision of 

appropriate followup and monitoring of adverse events as well as risk communication 

messages to address the concerns of the public.

 Medical Supplies Management and Distribution. This is the capability to procure and 

maintain pharmaceuticals and medical materials before an incident and to transport, 

distribute, and track these materials during an incident.

 Medical Surge. This is the capability to rapidly expand the capacity of the existing 

healthcare system (long-term care facilities, community health agencies, acute care 

facilities, alternate care facilities, and public health departments) in order to provide 

triage and subsequent medical care. This includes providing definitive care to individuals 

at the appropriate clinical level of care, within sufficient time to achieve recovery and 

minimize medical complications. The capability applies to an event resulting in a number 

or type of patients that overwhelm the day-to-day acute-care medical capacity. Planners 

must consider that medical resources are normally at or near capacity at any given time. 

Medical surge is defined as rapid expansion of the capacity of the existing healthcare 

system in response to an event that results in increased need of personnel (clinical and 

nonclinical), support functions (laboratories and radiological), physical space (beds, 

alternate care facilities), and logistical support (clinical and nonclinical equipment and 

supplies).

 Onsite Incident Management. This is the capability to effectively direct and control 

incident activities by using the ICS consistent with the NIMS.

 Responder Safety and Health. This is the capability that ensures adequate trained and 

equipped personnel and resources are available at the time of an incident to protect the 
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safety and health of onscene first responders, hospital/medical facility personnel (first 

receivers), and skilled support personnel through the creation and maintenance of an 

effective safety and health program. This program needs to comply with the Occupational 

Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) Hazardous Waste Operations and 

Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standard (29 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] 

1910.120, as implemented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] or State 

authorities) and any other applicable Federal and State regulations. The program also 

needs to be integrated into the ICS and include training, exposure monitoring, personal 

protective equipment, health and safety planning, risk management practices, medical 

care, decontamination procedures, infection control, vaccinations for preventable 

diseases, adequate work-schedule relief, psychological support, and followup 

assessments.

 Search and Rescue (Land-Based). This is the capability to coordinate and conduct 

search and rescue (SAR) response efforts for all hazards, including searching affected 

areas for victims (human and, to the extent no humans remain endangered, animal) and 

locating, accessing, medically stabilizing, and extricating victims from the damaged area.

 Volunteer Management and Donations. This is the capability to effectively coordinate 

the use of volunteers and donations in support of domestic incident management.

 Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)/Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response 

and Decontamination. This is the capability to assess and manage the consequences of a 

HazMat release, either accidental or as part of a terrorist attack. It includes testing and 

identifying all likely hazardous substances onsite; ensuring that responders have 

protective clothing and equipment; conducting rescue operations to remove affected 

victims from the hazardous environment; conducting geographical survey searches of 

suspected sources or contamination spreads and establishing isolation perimeters; 

mitigating the effects of HazMat; decontaminating onsite victims, responders, and 

equipment; coordinating offsite decontamination with relevant agencies; and notifying 

environmental, health, and law enforcement agencies that have jurisdiction for the 

incident to begin implementation of their standard evidence collection and investigation 

procedures.

Recover Mission Area

 Economic and Community Recovery. This is the capability to implement short- and 

long-term recovery and mitigation processes after an incident. This will include 

identifying the extent of damage caused by an incident, conducting thorough postevent 

assessments, and determining and providing the support needed for recovery and 

restoration activities to minimize future loss from a similar event.

 Restoration of Lifelines. This is the capability to initiate and sustain restoration 

activities. This includes facilitating the repair/replacement of infrastructure for oil, gas, 

electric, telecommunications, drinking water, wastewater, and transportation services.

 Structural Damage Assessment. This is the capability to conduct damage and safety 

assessments of civil, commercial, and residential infrastructure and to perform structural 

inspections and mitigation activities. The capability includes being able to provide 
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contractor management, construction management, cost estimating, technical assistance, 

and other engineering services to support and manage response and recovery operations.
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APPENDIX B: SAMPLE FORMS

Sample Invitation Letter

To: Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Stakeholders

From: [Jurisdiction or Agency Representative]

Date: [Date]

Subject: Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW)

The [jurisdiction or agency] invites you to attend the [jurisdiction or agency’s] Improvement 

Planning Workshop (IPW) on [date] at [location]. The workshop will begin at [time] and 

conclude at [time]; attendee registration will begin at [time].

The IPW provides a forum to determine the areas for improvement and target capabilities on 

which the [jurisdiction or agency] should consider focusing its exercise program. These areas for 

improvement and target capabilities constitute the foundation for ongoing development and 

evolution of the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan, which is revised annually at the 

Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW). The attached agenda and read-ahead 

material will provide you an overview of the IPW.

To prepare for the IPW, please review the following

 Current Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

 Target Capabilities List (TCL) (September 2007) 

(see https://www.llis.dhs.gov/docdetails/details.do?contentID=26724) 

 [Jurisdiction or agency] improvement plans from the previous year’s real-world events 

and exercises, focusing on corrective actions that are outstanding or need to be validated 

through training and exercises

 Homeland security strategies and risk/threats/needs assessments, if applicable

We realize the importance in making preparedness planning decisions and therefore ask that 

requests for attendees other than yourself or an alternate representative be made through the 

[jurisdiction or agency]. 

We look forward to your participation in this workshop.

Attachments:

Registration Form

Agenda
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Sample IPW Agenda

8:30 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions

9:15 a.m. Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW) Overview

9:30 a.m. Previous Year’s Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan Progress

10:00 a.m. Homeland Security Strategy Briefs

11:00 a.m. Break

11:15 a.m. Capability/Threat Assessment

11:45 a.m. Activity 1: Identify Best Practices

12:15 p.m. Lunch

1:15 p.m. Activity 2: Identify Areas for Improvement

2:45 p.m. Break

3:00 p.m. Activity 3: Identify Target Capabilities

4:00 p.m. Activity 4: Prioritize Target Capabilities

4:45 p.m. Hot Wash

5:00 p.m. Adjourn
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Sample Participant List

State and Local Representatives

 Airport operations representative

 Board of animal health

 Citizen corps

 Emergency management

 Local or regional training and exercise coordinator(s)

 Medical/hospitals

 National Guard

 Ports authority

 Private sector (e.g., utilities, plants, and industry)

 Public health

 Public safety (e.g., law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services [EMS], medical 

examiner’s office)

 Public works

 School district representative

 State Administrative Agency (SAA)

 State homeland security

 State-appointed exercise point of contact (POC)

 State-appointed training POC

 Transit authority

 Tribal liaison

 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) representative

Federal Partners

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regional representative

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regional representative

 Protective Security Advisor – Infrastructure Protection

 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Transportation Readiness Division

 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)

 U.S. Department of Agriculture

 U.S. Department of Defense

 U.S. Department of Energy

 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regional emergency coordinator

 U.S. Department of Transportation
Tab Instructions

Activity 1 Enter the strengths identified by the participants in column A. 

Activity 2–3

As part of activity 2, enter the areas for improvement identified by the participants in column A. For activity 3, enter the associated target 

capabilities identified by the participants in column B. 

Activity 4 Enter the priority target capabilities identified by the participants in column A.

Hot Wash

Enter the strengths of the workshop identified by the participants in column A. Enter the areas for improvement of the workshop 

identified by the participants in column B.
Strengths
Areas for Improvement
Associated Target Capabilities
Priority Target Capabilities
Strength
Improvement
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Training and Exercise Planning Workshop 

(TEPW)
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Welcome and Introductions
3

Agenda

 Overview of the Training and Exercise Planning Workshop 

(TEPW)

 Review of Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW) Priorities

 Training and Exercise Plan Briefs

 Training and Exercise Activities 

 Closing Remarks
4 

Training and Exercise Strategy

Conduct Annual 

Improvement 

Planning Workshop 

Track Improvements I 

Corrective Actions 

Implement 

Improvements I 

Corrective Actions 

Finalize & Distribute 

After Action Report I 

Improvement Plan 

Conduct After Action 

Conference 

Develop Draft After 

Action Report 

FEMA 

Update 

Preparedness 

Assessments 

HSEEP 

Develop Preparedness 

Strategy 

Identify Program 

Resources I Funding 

Conduct Annual 

Training & Exercise 

Planning Workshop 
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TEPW Purpose

 Identify training and exercises that will assist the <jurisdiction/ 

agency> in closing the gaps and addressing the priorities 

identified at the IPW. 

 Coordinate Federal, State, territorial, tribal, and urban area 

training and exercises.

 Reduce duplication of effort and overextension of resources.
6

IPW Priorities

 <Target Capability>

 <Target Capability>
7

Training and Exercise Plan Briefs
8

TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Training 

Opportunities

Activity 3: 

Update Exercise 

Schedule

Activity 2: 

Link Priority Target 

Capabilities to Fiscal 

Years

Activity 4: 

Identify Exercise 

Training Opportunities
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Objective

Identify training 

opportunities that 

will help close the 

gaps identified at the 

IPW.

Instructions

1. Review the areas for improvement 

identified at the IPW.

2. Identify scheduled training 

opportunities that could assist the 

<jurisdiction/agency> address the 

areas for improvement.

3. Identify training opportunities that 

need to be scheduled.

Time

Activity: 90 minutes

Activity 1: Identify Training Opportunities 
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Training 

Opportunities

Activity 3: 

Update Exercise 

Schedule

Activity 2: 

Link Priority Target 

Capabilities to Fiscal 

Years

Activity 4: 

Identify Exercise 

Training Opportunities
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Objective

Identify the target 

capabilities to focus 

on for each fiscal 

year.

Instructions

1. Determine the number of target 

capabilities to focus on in a given 

year.

2. Determine priority target capabilities 

on which to focus improvement 

efforts for fiscal years. 

Time

Activity: 30 minutes

Activity 2: Link Priority Target Capabilities to 

Fiscal Years
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Training 

Opportunities

Activity 3: 

Update Exercise 

Schedule

Activity 2: 

Link Priority Target 

Capabilities to Fiscal 

Years

Activity 4: 

Identify Exercise 

Training Opportunities
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<Jurisdictional/Agency>-Level Exercises

A <jurisdictional/agency>-level exercise must meet one of the 

following criteria: 

 <Criteria>

 <Criteria>
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Objective

Update the 

<jurisdiction/ 

agency>-level 

exercise calendar.

Instructions

1. Identify exercises on the 

<jurisdiction/agency> calendar that 

have been moved or cancelled. 

2. Identify new exercises that meet 

the definition of a <jurisdictional/ 

agency>-level exercise.

3. Provide name, scenario, type of 

exercise, proposed date, potential 

target capabilities, and sponsor.

Time

Activity: 90 minutes

Activity 3: Update Exercise Schedule 
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Training 

Opportunities

Activity 3: 

Update Exercise 

Schedule

Activity 2: 

Link Priority Target 

Capabilities to Fiscal 

Years

Activity 4: 

Identify Exercise 

Training Opportunities
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Objective

Identify training 

opportunities that 

will help participants 

succeed in the 

exercises.

Instructions

1. Each <jurisdiction/agency> 

identifies their scheduled or 

proposed training courses that tie 

to the proposed exercises. 

2. Identify scheduled training courses 

or requirements for successful 

completion of the identified 

Regional exercises (design, 

execution, and evaluation).

Time

Activity: 60 minutes

Activity 4: Identify Exercise Training 

Opportunities
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TEPW Activities

Activity 1: 

Identify Training 

Opportunities

Activity 3: 

Update Exercise 

Schedule

Activity 2: 

Link Priority Target 

Capabilities to Fiscal 

Years

Activity 4: 

Identify Exercise 

Training Opportunities
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Wrap Up

IPW Inputs

After-Action Reports

Threat Assessments

Capabilities Assessments

Homeland Security Strategies

Plans

IPW

IPW Outputs

Areas for Improvement

Priority Target Capabilities

TEPW Inputs

Areas for Improvement (IPW)

Priority Target Capabilities (IPW)

Exercise & Training Schedules

Special Events

TEPW Output

Multi-Year Training and Exercise 

Plan

TEPW
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PREFACE

The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) is a capabilities-based 

exercise program that provides common exercise policy and program guidance that constitutes a 

national standard for exercises. The purpose of the program is to build self-sustaining exercise 

programs and provide a standardized methodology for designing, developing, conducting, and 

evaluating all exercises. The HSEEP methodology contains exercise program management 

methodology: the building-block approach to training and exercises. 

Exercise program management assists a jurisdiction or agency in sustaining a variety of ongoing 

preparedness activities and includes multiyear planning, budgeting, grant management, and 

funding allocation. Program management is cyclical: a Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

(TEP), developed at the Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW), is developed in 

accordance with the jurisdiction or agency’s preparedness priorities. Exercise activities are then 

planned and conducted according to the multiyear plan’s schedule. 

An annual TEPW provides the opportunity to review the jurisdiction or agency homeland 

security strategy and develop or update its Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan. There is a 

focus on coordination of all training and exercise activities occurring throughout the jurisdiction

or agency, including activities sponsored by Federal agencies, States, local governments, and 

tribal governments. Jurisdictions or agencies must ensure that their training and exercise 

schedules are coordinated to prevent duplication of efforts, ensure resources are not 

overextended during training or exercises, and maximize the efficacy of training and exercise 

appropriations. Moreover, schedule collaboration can present opportunities for jurisdictions and 

agencies to fulfill multiple grant requirements with a single exercise or training course.
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CONTENTS

Preface............................................................. ii

Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW)....................... 1

Purpose ........................................................... 1

Preparation ....................................................... 1

Conduct ........................................................... 2

Timeline .......................................................... 4

Participants ...................................................... 4

Components ........................................................ 5

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) ......... 5

Capabilities-Based Planning ....................................... 6

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 (HSPD-8) ............... 6

National Preparedness Goal ........................................ 6

National Planning Scenarios ....................................... 7

Target Capabilities List (TCL) .................................... 7

Universal Task List (UTL) ......................................... 8

Appendix A: Target Capabilities List (TCL)........................... 1

Appendix B: Exercise Types........................................... 1

Discussion-Based Exercises ........................................ 1

Operations-Based Exercises ........................................ 3

Appendix C: Sample Forms............................................. 1

Sample Invitation Letter .......................................... 1

Sample TEPW Agenda ................................................ 2

Sample Participant List ........................................... 3
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TRAINING AND EXERCISE PLANNING WORKSHOP (TEPW)

Purpose

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has developed this Training and Exercise 

Planning Workshop (TEPW) User Handbook, which provides the necessary information and 

documentation to assist each jurisdiction or agency in conducting an annual TEPW. It has been 

tailored to include documents appropriate to the needs of each jurisdiction or agency conducting 

the TEPW, including guidelines, sample documents, timelines, and definitions.

The TEPW is part of a process that begins with the Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW). 

The IPW provides an opportunity to determine the primary areas for improvement and target 

capabilities on which the jurisdiction or agency should focus its exercise programs. These areas 

for improvement and target capabilities constitute the foundation for ongoing development and 

evolution of the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan, which is revised annually at the TEPW. 

At the TEPW, stakeholders identify training and exercises that will assist the jurisdiction or 

agency in closing gaps and addressing the priorities identified at the IPW as well as identify 

target capabilities to focus on for each fiscal year. Figure 1 illustrates how the IPW ties into the 

TEPW and highlights the inputs and outputs of each workshop.

Figure 1. IPW and TEPW Process

Preparation

Sponsoring and conducting a TEPW requires a great deal of preparation and coordination. For 

the TEPW to run smoothly, participants should have sufficient authority to commit their agency 

to specific actions discussed at the workshop and should be able to make preparedness planning 

decisions for their respective jurisdiction or agency. Coordinating the attendance of such 

individuals can take several weeks; invitations should be extended at least 6 weeks before 

conducting the workshop. Read-ahead materials should be distributed to all TEPW participants 

IPW Inputs

After-Action Reports

Threat Assessments

Capabilities Assessments

Homeland Security Strategies

Plans

IPW

IPW Outputs

Areas for Improvement

Priority Target Capabilities

TEPW Inputs

Areas for Improvement (IPW)

Priority Target Capabilities (IPW)

Exercise & Training Schedules

Special Events

TEPW Output

Multi-Year Training and Exercise 

Plan

TEPW
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at least 4 weeks before the workshop to enable participants to understand what is expected of 

them and assist in preparing them to contribute.

Conduct

Overview

The TEPW should be held at most 1 month after the IPW. That said, holding the TEPW the day 

after the IPW ensures that the same participants are at each workshop and are familiar with the 

areas for improvement. 

Sponsors should anticipate that the TEPW will require 1 day for conduct. Workshop participants 

will focus on the following activities:

 Identify training opportunities. Identify training opportunities to address the areas for 

improvement identified during the IPW.

 Link priority target capabilities to fiscal years. Identify which priority target 

capabilities to focus on as a jurisdiction or agency in which fiscal years.

 Update exercise schedule. Update the calendar with exercises that meet the definition of 

a jurisdiction or agency exercise. 

 Identify exercise training opportunities. Identify training opportunities that will help 

participants succeed in the exercises.

It is important to provide background information to participants before the activities. Sponsors

should invite Federal and State participants to provide a brief on their State or agency’s Training 

and Exercise Plan.

Jurisdiction or Agency Point of Contact (POC) Responsibilities

To ensure the TEPW is effective, a list of basic roles and responsibilities has been developed for 

the jurisdiction or agency points of contact (POCs). The jurisdiction or agency will provide the 

structure in which all workshop activities will be conducted (based on the HSEEP framework).

TEPW Preparation

 Prepare all documentation and meeting facilitation materials (e.g., agendas, PowerPoint 

presentations, minutes) in support of the workshop.

 Invite and register all participants for the workshop (see Appendix C for sample 

invitation letter).

 Set workshop agenda (see Appendix C for sample agenda).

 Ensure that participants review the priority target capabilities and areas for improvement 

identified during the IPW, the State homeland security strategy, and prerequisite TEPW 

reading.

 Ensure that participants bring their individual agency training and exercise schedules.

TEPW Conduct

 Conduct and facilitate the TEPW. 
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 If breakout groups are required, provide a facilitator for group discussions who will 

ensure attendees stay focused on TEPW goals.

 Coordinate recording (note taking) of major points of discussion.

Post-TEPW

 Draft TEPW summary, and submit it to the DHS.

 Submit the final Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan to the DHS Secure Portal. The 

jurisdiction or agency POC must submit all plans.

 Schedule exercise dates in the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System off the 

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Web site at 

https:\\hseep.dhs.gov, and ensure that you have assigned an exercise POC. The HSEEP 

User Guide is located at https://hseep.dhs.gov/pages/1001_Toolk.aspx.

 Distribute final copies of training and exercise materials to the DHS and the jurisdiction

or agency via CD-ROM and hardcopy, as necessary.

TEPW Checklist

 Invite all applicable representatives, and include an RSVP deadline.

 Ensure all TEPW invitees are provided with all prerequisite materials.

 Ensure all TEPW invitees understand the requirement to bring their individual agency 

training and exercise schedules to the TEPW.

 Register all TEPW attendees.

 Prepare all documentation and meeting facilitation materials (e.g., agendas, presentations, 

copies of the State homeland security strategy, Target Capabilities List [TCL]) in support 

of the workshop.

 Conduct and facilitate the TEPW. Provide facilitation so attendees stay focused on 

TEPW goals. Coordinate recording (note taking) of major points for discussion.

 Schedule exercise dates in the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System, and ensure 

that you have assigned an exercise POC.

 Post and maintain all materials in the DHS Secure Portal.

 Review all materials as provided by the jurisdiction or agency.

 Ensure submission of the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan to the DHS for final 

approval. All plans must be submitted by the jurisdiction or agency POC.

 Ensure distribution of all final copies of training and exercise materials to the DHS and 

the jurisdiction or agency via CD-ROM and hardcopy, as necessary.
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Timeline

Date Activity

TEPW – 6–8 

weeks Invite stakeholders.

TEPW – 3 weeks Send read-ahead material to TEPW stakeholders.

TEPW Conduct TEPW.

TEPW + 2 weeks Provide draft TEPW summary to stakeholders.

TEPW + 3 weeks Stakeholders review and approve/disapprove TEPW summary.

TEPW + 4 weeks Provide final TEPW summary to stakeholders.

TEPW + 6 weeks Provide draft Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan to stakeholders.

TEPW + 7 weeks Stakeholders review and approve/disapprove Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan. 

TEPW + 60 days Provide final Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan to the DHS.

TEPW + 8 weeks Provide final Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan to stakeholders.

Participants

TEPW participants should be aware of their jurisdictional capabilities, homeland security 

strategy, and training and exercise calendars. They should be prepared to identify training 

opportunities and exercises that could assist the host jurisdiction or agency in closing the gaps 

identified at the IPW.

It is recommended that the audience be kept to 50 or fewer participants and that participation 

includes jurisdictional/agency response and recovery partners. The following is meant as a 

possible list of invitees and should not be considered an all-inclusive mandatory list. Depending 

on the jurisdiction or agency, the invitee could be the preparedness officer, training and exercise 

officer, emergency management representative, homeland security representative, health officer, 

administrative agent, law enforcement representative, fire representative, and so forth.

 States, UASI entities, tribes, and local governments

 Emergency Support Function (ESF) leads

 Other Federal agencies (e.g., U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of 

the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Transportation Security 

Administration, Defense Coordinating Elements)

To prepare for the TEPW, participants should review the following:

 Priority target capabilities and areas for improvement identified during the IPW

 Jurisdiction or agency’s Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

– Identify and prepare to discuss exercises that can be nominated for the exercise 

calendar and training opportunities that align to the areas for improvement identified 

during the IPW.
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Components

 Jurisdiction or Agency Homeland Security Strategy. The current state of preparedness 

activities, planning, training, equipment, and exercises from all agencies and programs 

should be discussed. Priorities gleaned from the jurisdiction or agency homeland security 

strategy should be identified and disseminated to participants before the TEPW.

 Capabilities-Based Planning. An overview of capabilities-based planning should be 

conducted. Jurisdiction or agency priorities should be clearly defined and discussed as 

they relate to national priorities. If applicable, jurisdiction or agency priorities should be 

linked to improvement planning efforts. Target capabilities that should be accomplished 

to attain jurisdiction or agency priorities should then be listed along with training and 

exercises that will help the jurisdiction or agency obtain those capabilities and achieve 

those priorities.

 Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan. The Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan is 

the roadmap for accomplishing priorities described in the jurisdiction or agency 

homeland security strategy. Included in the plan should be the training and exercise 

schedule for the ensuing 3 years.

 HSEEP. A brief overview of HSEEP should be conducted, highlighting the program’s 

guidelines, goals, and objectives.

 Training and Exercise Schedule. Attendees at the TEPW should develop a training and 

exercise schedule to be included in the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan. The 

schedule should list the proposed training and exercises to be conducted over the ensuing 

3 years. For example, schedules created in 2006 represent training and exercise activities 

expected to occur from January 1, 2006, to December 31, 2008. In 2007, the jurisdiction

or agency should create a 3-year training and exercise schedule that represents training 

and exercise activities planned for January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2009. The schedule 

should allow adequate time for a building-block progression of exercises. For exercises 

held in the first year, approximate dates should be available. For second and third year 

schedules, tentative dates may be used. The schedule should be submitted to the DHS by 

the jurisdiction or agency POC as part of the completed Multi-Year Training and 

Exercise Plan within 30 days of the TEPW. The State POC or SAA should post the 

exercise schedule to the Centralized Scheduling and Information System (CSIS) on the 

DHS Secure Portal.

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

HSEEP was created to provide a consistent methodology for exercise planning, design, 

development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning processes. HSEEP provides the 

tools and resources such as policy, guidance, training, technology, sample materials, and direct 

support to promote regional, State, and local exercise expertise, while advancing a standardized 

means of assessing and improving preparedness across the Nation.
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Capabilities-Based Planning

The National Planning Scenarios and the establishment of the national priorities steered the focus 

of homeland security toward a capabilities-based planning approach. Capabilities-based planning 

focuses on uncertainty. Because it can never be determined with 100 percent accuracy what 

threat or hazard will occur, it is important to build capabilities that can be applied to a wide 

variety of incidents. The Target Capabilities List (TCL) defines capabilities-based planning as 

“planning, under uncertainty, to build capabilities suitable for a wide range of threats and hazards 

while working within an economic framework that necessitates prioritization and choice.” As 

such, capabilities-based planning is all-hazards planning that identifies a baseline assessment of 

State or urban area homeland security efforts. An assessment of this kind is necessary to begin 

any long-term exercise strategy. This determines where current capabilities stand against the 

Universal Task List (UTL) and TCL and identifies gaps in capabilities. The approach focuses 

efforts on identifying and developing the capabilities from the TCL to perform the critical tasks 

from the UTL.

Evolution of Capabilities-Based Planning

HSPD-8

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Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 (HSPD-8)

On December 17, 2003, the President issued Homeland Security Presidential Directive 8 

(HSPD-8): National Preparedness. Among other actions, HSPD-8 required establishment of a 

National Preparedness Goal, which establishes measurable priorities, targets, and a common 

approach to developing capabilities needed to better prepare the Nation as a whole. The National 

Preparedness Goal uses a capabilities-based planning approach to help answer the following 

questions:

 How prepared are we?

 How prepared do we need to be?

 How do we prioritize efforts to close the gap? 

As a result of HSPD-8 and the National Preparedness Goal, a set of National Planning Scenarios 

was developed to illustrate the effects and conditions of incidents of national significance for 

which the Nation should prepare.

National Preparedness Goal

The National Preparedness Goal is designed to guide Federal departments and agencies; State, 

territorial, tribal, and local officials; the private sector; nongovernmental organizations (NGOs);

and the public in determining how most effectively and efficiently to strengthen preparedness for 

terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. 

The following eight national priorities were established by the DHS National Preparedness Goal:
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1. Implement the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and National Response 

Framework (NRF).

2. Expand regional collaboration.

3. Implement the National Infrastructure Preparedness Plan.

4. Strengthen information sharing and collaboration capabilities.

5. Strengthen chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives 

(CBRNE) weapons detection, response, and decontamination capabilities.

6. Strengthen interoperable communications capabilities.

7. Strengthen medical surge and mass prophylaxis capabilities.

8. Strengthen emergency operations planning and citizen protection capabilities.

National Planning Scenarios

The 15 National Planning Scenarios address all-hazards incidents, which include terrorism, 

natural disasters, and health emergencies. They represent the minimum number of scenarios 

necessary to illustrate the range of potential incidents, rather than every possible threat or hazard. 

The 15 National Planning Scenarios are:

1. Improvised Nuclear Device (IND)

2. Aerosolized Anthrax 

3. Pandemic Influenza 

4. Plague

5. Blister Agent 

6. Toxic Industrial Chemical 

7. Nerve Agent 

8. Chlorine Tank Explosion

9. Major Earthquake

10. Major Hurricane

11. Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD)

12. Improvised Explosive Device (IED)

13. Food Contamination

14. Foreign Animal Disease (FAD)

15. Cyber

The National Planning Scenarios serve as the basis for identifying tasks that must be performed 

to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from these incidents, as well as the 

capabilities required to perform the tasks. The 15 scenarios provide for common planning factors 

in terms of the potential scope, magnitude, and complexity of major events that will help to 

determine the target levels of capability required and apportion responsibility among all potential 

partners. Developing appropriate capabilities to address this range of scenarios will best prepare 

the Nation for terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies.

Target Capabilities List (TCL)

The TCL includes 37 goals that will balance the potential threat and magnitude of terrorist 

attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies with the resources required for prevention, 

response, and recovery. This list is designed to help jurisdictions understand what their 
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preparedness roles and responsibilities are during a major incident and includes everything from 

all-hazards planning to worker health and safety.

Universal Task List (UTL)

The UTL is a list of every unique task that was identified from the list of National Planning 

Scenarios developed under the leadership of the Homeland Security Council. The UTL is a 

reference to help plan, organize, equip, train, exercise, and evaluate personnel for the tasks they 

may need to perform during a major incident.
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APPENDIX A: TARGET CAPABILITIES LIST (TCL)

Common Target Capabilities

 Communications. Communications is the fundamental capability within disciplines and 

jurisdictions that practitioners need to perform the most routine and basic elements of 

their job functions. Agencies must be operable, meaning they must have sufficient 

wireless communications to meet their everyday internal and emergency communication 

requirements before they place value on being interoperable (i.e., able to work with other 

agencies). Communications interoperability is the ability of public safety agencies 

(police, fire, emergency medical services [EMS]) and service agencies (public works, 

transportation, hospitals) to talk within and across agencies and jurisdictions via radio 

and associated communications systems, exchanging voice, data, and/or video with one 

another on demand, in real time, when needed, and when authorized. It is essential that 

public safety has the intra-agency operability it needs and that it builds its systems toward 

interoperability.

 Community Preparedness and Participation. This capability provides that everyone in 

America is fully aware, trained, and practiced on how to prevent, protect/mitigate, 

prepare for, and respond to all threats and hazards. This requires a role for citizens in 

personal preparedness, exercises, ongoing volunteer programs, and surge capacity 

response. Specific capabilities for universal preparedness—including knowledge of all

hazards (technological, natural, and terrorist incidents) and related protective measures, 

skills, and supplies—will be determined through a collaborative process with emergency 

responders.

 Planning. Planning is the mechanism through which Federal, State, local, and tribal

governments, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector develop, validate, 

and maintain plans, policies, and procedures describing how they will prioritize, 

coordinate, manage, and support personnel, information, equipment, and resources to 

prevent, protect and mitigate against, respond to, and recover from incidents of national 

significance. Preparedness plans are drafted by a litany of organizations, agencies, and 

departments at all levels of government and within the private sector. Preparedness plans 

are not limited to plans drafted by emergency management planners. This capability sets 

forth many of the activities and tasks undertaken by an emergency management planner 

when drafting (or updating) emergency management (preparedness) plans.

 Risk Management. Risk Management is defined by the Government Accountability 

Office as “A continuous process of managing—through a series of mitigating actions that 

permeate an entity’s activities—the likelihood of an adverse event and its negative 

impact.” Risk management is founded in the capacity for all levels of government to 

identify and measure risk before an event, based on threats/hazards, vulnerabilities, and 

consequences, and to manage the exposure to that risk through prioritization and 

implementation of risk-reduction strategies. The capability and actions to perform risk 

management may well vary between levels of government; however, the foundation of 

risk management is constant.
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 Intelligence/Information Sharing and Dissemination. This capability provides 

necessary tools to enable efficient prevention, protection, response, and recovery 

activities. Intelligence/information sharing and dissemination is the multijurisdictional, 

multidisciplinary exchange and dissemination of information and intelligence among the 

Federal, State, local, and tribal layers of government; the private sector; and citizens. The 

goal of sharing and dissemination is to facilitate distribution of relevant, actionable, 

timely, and preferably declassified or unclassified information and/or intelligence that is 

updated frequently to the consumers who need it. More simply, the goal is to get the right 

information to the right people at the right time. An effective intelligence/information 

sharing and dissemination system will provide durable, reliable, and effective information 

exchanges (both horizontally and vertically) between those responsible for gathering 

information and the analysts and consumers of threat-related information. It will also 

allow for feedback and other necessary communications in addition to the regular flow of 

information and intelligence.

Prevent Mission Area

 CBRNE Detection. The preventive chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and highyield explosives (CBRNE) detection capability provides the ability to detect CBRNE 

materials at points of manufacture, transportation, and use. It is important to note that the 

activities and tasks described in this capability will be carried out individually for each 

specific agent, rather than for all agents at the same time. Therefore, when considering 

critical tasks and preparedness measures, each task and measure should be applied 

separately to each CBRNE agent. For example, in considering whether technical support 

(or “reachback”) is available, radiological/nuclear reachback is considerably different 

from chemical, biological, or explosive reachback. Preparedness in one or more of the 

CBRNE areas does not equate to preparedness across the entire CBRNE detection 

spectrum.

 Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings. This capability 

entails the gathering, consolidation, and retention of raw data and information from 

sources including human sources, observation, technical sources, and open (unclassified) 

materials. Unlike intelligence collection, information gathering is the continual gathering 

of only pure, unexamined data, not the targeted collection traditionally conducted by the 

intelligence community or targeted investigations. Recognition of indicators and 

warnings is the ability to see in this gathered data the potential trends, indications, and/or 

warnings of criminal and/or terrorist activities (including planning and surveillance) 

against U.S. citizens, government entities, critical infrastructure, and/or U.S. allies.

 Intelligence Analysis and Production. Intelligence analysis and production is the 

merging of data and information for the purpose of analyzing, linking, and disseminating 

timely and actionable intelligence with an emphasis on the larger public safety and 

homeland security threat picture. This process focuses on the consolidation of analytical 

products among the intelligence analysis units at the Federal, State, local, and tribal levels 

for tactical, operational, and strategic use. This capability also includes the examination 

of raw data to identify threat pictures, recognize potentially harmful patterns, or connect 

suspicious links to discern potential indications or warnings.
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 Counter-Terror Investigations and Law Enforcement. This is the capability that 

includes the broad range of activities undertaken by law enforcement and related entities 

to detect, examine, probe, investigate, and conduct operations related to potential terrorist 

activities. Current and emerging investigative techniques are used with an emphasis on 

training, legal frameworks, recognition of indications and warnings, source development, 

interdiction, and related issues specific to antiterrorism activities.

Protect Mission Area

 Critical Infrastructure Protection. This capability enables public and private entities to 

identify, assess, prioritize, and protect critical infrastructure and key resources so they 

can detect, prevent, deter, devalue, and mitigate deliberate efforts to destroy, incapacitate, 

or exploit the Nation’s critical infrastructure and key resources.

 Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation. This capability is the capacity to 

rapidly conduct epidemiological investigations. It includes exposure and disease (both 

deliberate release and naturally occurring) detection, rapid implementation of active 

surveillance, maintenance of ongoing surveillance activities, epidemiological 

investigation, analysis, and communication with the public and providers about case 

definitions, disease risk and mitigation, and recommendations for the implementation of 

control measures.

 Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense. This is the capability to prevent, protect 

against, respond to, and recover from chemical, biological, and radiological contaminants 

and other hazards that affect the safety of food and agricultural products. This includes 

timely eradication of outbreaks of crop diseases/pests, assessments of the integrity of the 

food-producing industry, removal and disposal of potentially compromised materials 

from the U.S. food supply, and decontamination of affected food manufacturing facilities 

or retail points of purchase or service. This also includes appropriate laboratory 

surveillance to detect human foodborne illness or food product contamination. It is 

accomplished concurrent to protecting public health and maintaining domestic and 

international confidence in the U.S. commercial food supply. Additionally, the public is 

provided with accurate and timely notification and instructions related to an event and 

appropriate steps to follow with regard to disposal of affected food or agricultural 

products and appropriate decontamination procedures.

 Public Health Laboratory Testing. This capability is the ongoing surveillance, rapid 

detection, confirmatory testing, data reporting, investigative support, and laboratory 

networking to address potential exposure or exposure to all hazards including chemical, 

radiological, and biological agents in all matrices including clinical specimens and food 

and environmental samples (e.g., water, air, soil). Such all-hazard threats include those 

deliberately released with criminal intent as well as those that may be present as a result 

of unintentional or natural occurrences.

Respond Mission Area

 Animal Disease Emergency Support. This is the capability to protect, prevent, detect, 

respond to, and recover from threats and incidents that would result in the disruption of 
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industries related to U.S. livestock, other domestic animals (including companion 

animals), or wildlife and/or endanger the food supply, public health, or domestic and 

international trade. It includes the ability to respond to large-scale national and regional 

emergencies as well as to smaller-scale incidents through rapid determination of the 

nature of the event, initiation of the appropriate response, containment of the disrupting 

effects, and facilitation of recovery.

 Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place. This is the capability to prepare for, ensure 

communication of, and immediately execute the safe and effective sheltering-in-place of 

an at-risk population (and companion animals) and/or the organized and managed 

evacuation of the at-risk population (and companion animals) to areas of safe refuge in 

response to a potentially or actually dangerous environment. In addition, this capability 

involves the safe reentry of the population where feasible.

 Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution. This is the capability to identify, 

inventory, dispatch, mobilize, transport, recover, and demobilize and to accurately track 

and record available human and material critical resources throughout all incident 

management phases. Critical resources are those necessary to preserve life, property, 

safety, and security.

 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management. This is the capability to provide 

multiagency coordination for incident management by activating and operating an EOC 

for a preplanned or no-notice event. EOC management includes EOC activation, 

notification, staffing, and deactivation; management, direction, control, and coordination 

of response and recovery activities; coordination of efforts among neighboring 

governments at each level and among local, regional, State, and Federal EOCs; 

coordination of public information and warning; and maintenance of the information and 

communication necessary for coordinating response and recovery activities. Similar 

entities may include the National (or Regional) Response Coordination Center (NRCC or 

RRCC), Joint Field Offices (JFOs), National Operating Center (NOC), Joint Operations 

Center (JOC), Multi-Agency Coordination Center (MACC), Initial Operating Facility 

(IOF), etc.

 Emergency Public Information and Warning. This capability includes public 

information, alert/warning, and notification. It involves developing, coordinating, and 

disseminating information to the public, coordinating officials, incident management 

personnel, and responders across all jurisdictions and disciplines effectively under all 

hazard conditions.

 Emergency Public Safety and Security Response. This is the capability to reduce the 

impact and consequences of an incident or major event by securing the affected area, 

including crime/incident scene preservation issues as appropriate; safely diverting the 

public from hazards; providing security support to other response operations and 

properties; and sustaining operations from response through recovery. Public safety and 

security response requires coordination among officials from law enforcement, fire, and 

EMS.

 Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment. This is the capability to appropriately 

dispatch EMS resources; provide feasible, suitable, and medically acceptable pre-hospital 
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triage and treatment of patients; provide transport as well as medical care en route to an 

appropriate receiving facility; and track patients to a treatment facility.

 Environmental Health. This is the capability to protect the public from environmental 

hazards and manage the health effects of an environmental health emergency on the 

public. The capability minimizes human exposures to environmental public health 

hazards (e.g., contaminated food, air, water, solid waste/debris, hazardous waste, 

vegetation, sediments, vectors). The capability provides the expertise to run fate and 

transport models; design, implement, and interpret the results of environmental field 

surveys and laboratory sample analyses; develop protective guidance where none exists; 

and use available data and judgment to recommend appropriate actions for protecting the 

public and environment. Environmental health identifies environmental hazards in the 

affected area through rapid needs assessments and comprehensive environmental health 

and risk assessments. It works closely with the health community and environmental 

agencies to link exposures with predicted disease outcomes, provides input in the 

development of Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) messages, provides 

guidance on personal protective measures, and advises on environmental health 

guidelines.

 Explosive Device Response Operations. This is the capability to coordinate, direct, and 

conduct improvised explosive device (IED) response after initial alert and notification; 

coordinate intelligence fusion and analysis, information collection, and threat 

recognition; assess the situation and conduct appropriate render-safe procedures (RSP); 

conduct searches for additional devices; and coordinate overall efforts to mitigate 

CBRNE threats to the incident site.

 Fatality Management. This is the capability to effectively perform scene 

documentation; the complete collection and recovery of the dead, victims’ personal 

effects, and items of evidence; decontamination of remains and personal effects (if 

required); transportation, storage, documentation, and recovery of forensic and physical 

evidence; determination of the nature and extent of injury; identification of the fatalities 

using scientific means; certification of the cause and manner of death; processing and 

returning of human remains and personal effects of the victims to the legally authorized 

person(s) (if possible); and interaction with and provision of legal, customary, 

compassionate, and culturally competent required services to the families of deceased 

within the context of the family assistance center. All activities should be sufficiently 

documented for admissibility in criminal and civil courts. Fatality management activities 

also need to be incorporated in the surveillance and intelligence sharing networks to 

identify sentinel cases of bioterrorism and other public health threats. Fatality 

management operations are conducted through a unified command structure.

 Fire Incident Response Support. This capability provides coordination and 

implementation of fire suppression operations, which include the following tasks: 

assessing the scene, assigning resources, establishing an Incident Command System 

(ICS) consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS), communicating 

the status of the situation, requesting additional resources, establishing a safe perimeter, 

evacuating persons in danger, rescuing trapped victims, conducting fire suppression, 
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determining the cause of the fire(s), and ensuring the area is left in a safe condition. This 

capability further includes support necessary to prepare the community and reduce 

vulnerabilities in a major event.

 Isolation and Quarantine. This is the capability to protect the health of the population 

through the use of isolation and/or quarantine measures to contain the spread of disease. 

Isolation of ill individuals may occur in homes, hospitals, designated healthcare facilities, 

or alternate facilities. Quarantine refers to the separation and restriction of movement of 

persons who, while not yet ill, have been exposed to an infectious agent and may become 

infectious. Successful implementation will require that sufficient legal, logistical, and 

informational support exists to maintain these measures. Most experts expect that 

isolation and quarantine will not stop the outbreak and that, if used, the focus will be on 

cases that might introduce the disease into the State or other geographic area.

 Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services). This is the capability to 

provide immediate shelter, feeding centers, basic first aid, bulk distribution of needed 

items, and related services to persons affected by a large-scale incident. Mass care is 

usually provided by nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), such as the American Red 

Cross, or by local government. The capability also provides for companion animal 

care/handling through local government and appropriate animal-related organizations.

 Mass Prophylaxis. This is the capability to protect the health of the population through 

the administration of critical interventions in response to a public health emergency in 

order to prevent the development of disease among those who are exposed or are 

potentially exposed to public health threats. This capability includes the provision of 

appropriate followup and monitoring of adverse events as well as risk communication 

messages to address the concerns of the public.

 Medical Supplies Management and Distribution. This is the capability to procure and 

maintain pharmaceuticals and medical materials before an incident and to transport, 

distribute, and track these materials during an incident.

 Medical Surge. This is the capability to rapidly expand the capacity of the existing 

healthcare system (long-term care facilities, community health agencies, acute care 

facilities, alternate care facilities, and public health departments) in order to provide 

triage and subsequent medical care. This includes providing definitive care to individuals 

at the appropriate clinical level of care, within sufficient time to achieve recovery and 

minimize medical complications. The capability applies to an event resulting in a number 

or type of patients that overwhelm the day-to-day acute-care medical capacity. Planners 

must consider that medical resources are normally at or near capacity at any given time. 

Medical surge is defined as rapid expansion of the capacity of the existing healthcare 

system in response to an event that results in increased need of personnel (clinical and 

nonclinical), support functions (laboratories and radiological), physical space (beds, 

alternate care facilities), and logistical support (clinical and nonclinical equipment and 

supplies).

 Onsite Incident Management. This is the capability to effectively direct and control 

incident activities by using the ICS consistent with the NIMS.
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 Responder Safety and Health. This is the capability that ensures adequate trained and 

equipped personnel and resources are available at the time of an incident to protect the 

safety and health of onscene first responders, hospital/medical facility personnel (first 

receivers), and skilled support personnel through the creation and maintenance of an 

effective safety and health program. This program needs to comply with the Occupational 

Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) Hazardous Waste Operations and 

Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standard (29 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] 

1910.120, as implemented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] or State 

authorities) and any other applicable Federal and State regulations. The program also 

needs to be integrated into the ICS and include training, exposure monitoring, personal 

protective equipment, health and safety planning, risk management practices, medical 

care, decontamination procedures, infection control, vaccinations for preventable 

diseases, adequate work-schedule relief, psychological support, and followup 

assessments.

 Search and Rescue (Land-Based). This is the capability to coordinate and conduct 

search and rescue (SAR) response efforts for all hazards, including searching affected 

areas for victims (human and, to the extent no humans remain endangered, animal) and 

locating, accessing, medically stabilizing, and extricating victims from the damaged area.

 Volunteer Management and Donations. This is the capability to effectively coordinate 

the use of volunteers and donations in support of domestic incident management.

 Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)/Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response 

and Decontamination. This is the capability to assess and manage the consequences of a 

HazMat release, either accidental or as part of a terrorist attack. It includes testing and 

identifying all likely hazardous substances onsite; ensuring that responders have 

protective clothing and equipment; conducting rescue operations to remove affected 

victims from the hazardous environment; conducting geographical survey searches of 

suspected sources or contamination spreads and establishing isolation perimeters; 

mitigating the effects of HazMat; decontaminating onsite victims, responders, and 

equipment; coordinating offsite decontamination with relevant agencies; and notifying 

environmental, health, and law enforcement agencies that have jurisdiction for the 

incident to begin implementation of their standard evidence collection and investigation

procedures.

Recover Mission Area

 Economic and Community Recovery. This is the capability to implement short- and 

long-term recovery and mitigation processes after an incident. This will include 

identifying the extent of damage caused by an incident, conducting thorough postevent 

assessments, and determining and providing the support needed for recovery and 

restoration activities to minimize future loss from a similar event.

 Restoration of Lifelines. This is the capability to initiate and sustain restoration 

activities. This includes facilitating the repair/replacement of infrastructure for oil, gas, 

electric, telecommunications, drinking water, wastewater, and transportation services.
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 Structural Damage Assessment. This is the capability to conduct damage and safety 

assessments of civil, commercial, and residential infrastructure and to perform structural 

inspections and mitigation activities. The capability includes being able to provide 

contractor management, construction management, cost estimating, technical assistance, 

and other engineering services to support and manage response and recovery operations.
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APPENDIX B: EXERCISE TYPES

Discussion-Based Exercises

Discussion-based exercises are normally used as starting points in the building-block approach to 

the cycle, mix, and range of exercises. Discussion-based exercises include seminars, workshops, 

tabletop exercises (TTXs), and games. These types of exercises typically highlight existing 

plans, policies, mutual aid agreements (MAAs), and procedures. Thus, they are exceptional tools 

for familiarizing agencies and personnel with current or expected jurisdictional capabilities. 

Discussion-based exercises typically focus on strategic policy-oriented issues; operations-based 

exercises focus more on tactical response-related issues. Facilitators and/or presenters usually 

lead the discussion, keeping participants on track while meeting the objectives of the exercise.

Seminars. Seminars are generally used to orient participants to, or provide an overview of, 

authorities, strategies, plans, policies, procedures, protocols, response resources, or concepts and 

ideas. Seminars provide a good starting point for jurisdictions that are developing or making 

major changes to their plans and procedures. They offer the following attributes:

 Informal discussions led by a seminar leader

 Lack of time constraints caused by real-time portrayal of events

 Low-stress environment that uses a number of instruction techniques such as lectures, 

multimedia presentations, panel discussions, case study discussions, expert testimony, 

and decision support tools

 Proven effectiveness with both small and large groups 

Workshops. Workshops represent the second tier of exercises in the Homeland Security 

Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) building-block approach. Although similar to 

seminars, workshops differ in two important aspects: participant interaction is increased, and the 

focus is on achieving or building a product (such as a plan or a policy). Workshops provide an 

ideal forum for the following:

 Building teams

 Collecting or sharing information

 Obtaining consensus

 Obtaining new or different perspectives

 Problem solving of complex issues

 Testing new ideas, processes, or procedures

 Training groups in coordinated activities

In conjunction with exercise development, workshops are most useful in achieving specific 

aspects of exercise design such as the following:

 Determining evaluation elements and standards of performance

 Determining program or exercise objectives

 Developing exercise scenario and key events listings

A workshop may be used to produce new standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency 

operations plans (EOPs), MAAs, Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plans (output of the TEPW), 
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and improvement plans (IPs). To be effective, workshops must be highly focused on a specific 

issue, and the desired outcome or goal must be clearly defined.

Potential topics and goals are numerous, but all workshops share the following attributes:

 Effective with both small and large groups

 Facilitated, working breakout sessions

 Goals oriented toward an identifiable product

 Information conveyed through different instructional techniques

 Lack of time constraint from real-time portrayal of events

 Low-stress environment

 No-fault forum

 Plenary discussions led by a workshop leader

Tabletop Exercises (TTXs). TTXs involve senior staff members, elected or appointed officials, 

or other key personnel in an informal setting discussing simulated situations. This type of 

exercise is intended to stimulate discussion of various issues regarding a hypothetical situation. It 

can be used to assess plans, policies, and procedures or to assess types of systems needed to 

guide the prevention of, response to, and recovery from a defined incident. TTXs are typically 

aimed at facilitating understanding of concepts, identifying strengths and shortfalls, and/or 

achieving a change in attitude. Participants are encouraged to discuss issues in depth and develop 

decisions through slow-paced problem solving rather than the rapid, spontaneous 

decisionmaking that occurs under actual or simulated emergency conditions. In contrast to the 

scale and cost of operations-based exercises and games, TTXs can be cost-effective tools when 

used in conjunction with more complex exercises. The effectiveness of a TTX is derived from 

the energetic involvement of participants and their assessment of recommended revisions to 

current policies, procedures, and plans.

TTX methods are divided into two categories: basic and advanced. In a basic TTX, the scene set 

by the scenario materials remains constant. It describes an event or emergency incident and 

brings discussion participants up to the simulated present time. Players apply their knowledge 

and skills to a list of problems presented by the facilitator, problems are discussed as a group, 

and resolution is generally agreed upon and summarized by the leader. In an advanced TTX, play 

focuses on delivery of prescripted messages to players that alter the original scenario. The 

exercise facilitator usually introduces problems one at a time in the form of a written message, 

simulated telephone call, videotape, or other means. Participants discuss the issues raised by the 

problem, using appropriate plans and procedures. TTX attributes may include the following:

 Achieving limited or specific objectives

 Assessing interagency coordination

 Conducting a specific case study

 Examining personnel contingencies

 Familiarizing senior officials with a situation

 Participating in information sharing

 Practicing group problem solving

 Testing group message interpretation
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Operations-Based Exercises

Operations-based exercises are used to validate the plans, policies, agreements, and procedures 

solidified in discussion-based exercises. Operations-based exercises include drills, functional 

exercises (FEs), and full-scale exercises (FSEs). They can clarify roles and responsibilities, 

identify gaps in resources needed to implement plans and procedures, and improve individual 

and team performance. Operations-based exercises are characterized by actual response, 

mobilization of apparatus and resources, and commitment of personnel, usually over an extended 

period of time.

Drills. A drill is a coordinated, supervised activity usually used to test a single specific operation 

or function in a single agency. Drills are commonly used to provide training on new equipment, 

develop or test new policies or procedures, or practice and maintain current skills. Typical 

attributes include the following:

 A narrow focus, measured against established standards

 Instant feedback

 Performance in isolation

 Realistic environment

Functional Exercises (FEs). An FE, also known as a Command Post Exercise (CPX), is 

designed to test and evaluate individual capabilities, multiple functions or activities within a 

function, or interdependent groups of functions. FEs generally focus on exercising the plans, 

policies, procedures, and staffs of the direction and control nodes of the Incident Command 

System (ICS), Unified Command, and Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs). Generally, 

incidents are projected through an exercise scenario with event updates that drive activity at the 

management level. Movement of personnel and equipment is simulated.

The objective of an FE is to execute specific plans and procedures and apply established policies, 

plans, and procedures under crisis conditions, within or by particular function teams. An FE 

simulates the reality of operations in a functional area by presenting complex and realistic 

problems that require rapid and effective responses by trained personnel in a highly stressful 

environment. Attributes of an FE include the following:

 Evaluating the EOC, headquarters, and staff

 Evaluating functions

 Examining interjurisdictional relationships

 Measuring resource adequacy

 Reinforcing established policies and procedures

Full-Scale Exercises (FSEs). FSEs are multiagency, multijurisdictional exercises that test many 

facets of emergency response and recovery. They include many first responders operating under 

the ICS or Unified Command to effectively and efficiently respond to, and recover from, an 

incident. An FSE focuses on implementing and analyzing the plans, policies, and procedures 

developed in discussion-based exercises and honed in previous, smaller, operations-based 

exercises. The events are projected through a scripted exercise scenario with built-in flexibility to 

allow updates to drive activity. It is conducted in a real-time, stressful environment that closely 

mirrors a real incident. First responders and resources are mobilized and deployed to the scene 

where they conduct their actions as if a real incident had occurred (with minor exceptions). An 
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FSE simulates the reality of operations in multiple functional areas by presenting complex and 

realistic problems that require critical thinking, rapid problem solving, and effective responses by 

trained personnel in a highly stressful environment. Other entities that are not involved in the 

exercise, but that would be involved in an actual incident, should be instructed not to respond.

An FSE provides an opportunity to execute plans, procedures, and MAAs in response to a 

simulated live incident in a highly stressful environment. Typical FSE attributes include the 

following:

 Activating personnel and equipment

 Allocating resources and personnel

 Analyzing memorandums of understanding (MOUs), SOPs, plans, policies, and 

procedures

 Assessing equipment capabilities

 Assessing interjurisdictional cooperation

 Assessing organizational and individual performance

 Demonstrating interagency cooperation

 Exercising public information systems

 Testing communications systems and procedures
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APPENDIX C: SAMPLE FORMS

Sample Invitation Letter

To: Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Stakeholders

From: [Jurisdiction or Agency Representative (e.g., State Administrative Agency [SAA] or 

Exercise Point of Contact [POC])]

Date: [Date]

Subject: Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW)

The [jurisdiction or agency] invites you to attend the [jurisdiction or agency’s] Training and 

Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW) on [date] at [location]. The workshop will begin at [time]

and conclude at [time]; attendee registration will begin at [time].

The TEPW provides the opportunity to update the Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan and 

incorporate the target capabilities established at the Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW). 

The focus of the TEPW is to coordinate all training and exercise activities throughout the 

[jurisdiction or agency], including activities sponsored by Federal agencies, States, Urban Area 

Security Initiative (UASI), and tribal entities. The [jurisdiction or agency] should ensure that 

training and exercise schedules are coordinated to prevent duplication of efforts and 

overextension of resources. The attached agenda and read-ahead material will provide you an 

overview of the workshop.

To prepare for the TEPW, please review the following:

 Priority target capabilities and areas for improvement identified during the IPW

 Jurisdiction or Agency’s Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan

– Identify and prepare to discuss exercises that can be nominated for the exercise 

calendar and training opportunities that align to the areas for improvement identified 

during the IPW.

We realize the importance in making preparedness planning decisions and therefore ask that 

requests for attendees other than yourself or an alternate representative be made through the 

[jurisdiction or agency]. 

We look forward to your participation in this workshop.

Attachments:

Registration Form

Agenda
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Sample TEPW Agenda

8:30 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions

9:15 a.m. Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW) Overview

9:30 a.m. Review of Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW) Priorities

9:45 a.m. Training and Exercise Plan Briefs

11:00 a.m. Break

11:15 a.m. Activity 1: Identify Training Opportunities

12:45 p.m. Lunch

1:45 p.m. Activity 2: Link Priority Target Capabilities to Fiscal Years

2:15 p.m. Break

2:30 p.m. Activity 3: Update Exercise Schedule

4:00 p.m. Activity 4: Identify Exercise Training Opportunities

5:00 p.m. Hot Wash

5:15 p.m. Adjourn
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Sample Participant List

State and Local Representatives

 Airport operations representative

 Board of animal health

 Citizen corps

 Emergency management

 Local or regional training and exercise coordinator(s)

 Medical/hospitals

 National Guard

 Ports authority

 Private sector (e.g., utilities, plants, and industry)

 Public health

 Public safety (e.g., law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services [EMS], medical 

examiner’s office)

 Public works

 School district representative

 State Administrative Agency (SAA)

 State homeland security

 State-appointed exercise point of contact (POC)

 State-appointed training POC

 Transit authority

 Tribal liaison

 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) representative

Federal Partners

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regional representative

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regional representative

 Protective Security Advisor – Infrastructure Protection

 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Transportation Readiness Division

 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)

 U.S. Department of Agriculture

 U.S. Department of Defense

 U.S. Department of Energy

 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regional emergency coordinator

 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
Tab Instructions

Activity 1

Prior to the workshop, populate columns A and B with the areas for improvement and their associated primary target capabilities from 

the Improvement Planning Workshop (IPW). For the Training and Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW), enter the training 

opportunities identified by the participants in column C. 

Activity 2

Prior to the workshop, populate column A of the Activity 2 tab with the priority target capabilities from the IPW. For the TEPW, enter 

the fiscal year corresponding to the appropriate target capability identified by the participants in column B.

Activity 3–4

Prior to the workshop, populate the Activity 3 tab with the exercises and associated training identified at the prior year’s TEPW. For 

activity 3 of the TEPW, enter the exercise information identified by the participants in columns A, B, and C. For activity 4 of the 

TEPW, enter the associated training identified by the participants in column D.

Hot Wash

Enter the strengths of the workshop identified by the participants in column A. Enter the areas for improvement of the workshop 

identified by the participants in column B.
Area for Improvement Target Capability Training
Target Capability Fiscal Year
Event Name/Scenario/Type Proposed Date Sponsor/Location Training Needs
Strength Improvement
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Multiyear Training and Exercise Calendar (20XX–20XX) [Jurisdiction Name]

1

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Fiscal Year 20XX

Quarter 1

Quarter 1 October November December

Quarter

2

Quarter 2 January February March

Quarter

3

Quarter 3 April May June

Quarter

4

Quarter 4 July August September
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Weapons Policy [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

WEAPONS POLICY

It is the policy of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency 

Management Agency (FEMA) National Preparedness Directorate to ensure that every effort is 

made to provide a safe and secure environment during National Preparedness Directoratesponsored exercises for its participants, observers/VIPs, control and evaluation staff members, 

volunteers, and the general public.

Weapons

Federal and contractor exercise planners and controllers plan for and promulgate control 

measures with regard to weapons, whether introduced as a simulated device during exercise play 

or used by law enforcement officers in their normal scope of duties. For the purpose of this 

policy, a weapon includes all firearms; knives; less-than-lethal weapons, tools, and devices; and 

any other object capable of causing bodily harm.

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) and who have an assigned exercise role (e.g., responder, tactical team) with the 

potential for interaction with other exercise participants (e.g., actor victims) will NOT carry a 

loaded weapon within the confines of the exercise play area. They may continue to carry their 

weapon only after it has been properly cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no ammunition in 

chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines) and only after being marked or identified in a 

conspicuous manner (e.g., bright tape visible around the stock or holster). The use of an area 

clearly marked as “off limits” and with assigned armed personnel to secure weapons in a 

container, vehicle, or other security area is acceptable and should be consistent with host 

jurisdiction weapons security policies.

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) who are used to provide real-world perimeter security for the exercise and have no 

assigned or direct interaction with exercise participants may continue to carry loaded weapons as 

part of their normal scope of duty.

All other personnel with no legal authority to carry weapons will not bring, introduce, or have in 

their possession any weapon of any type in any area associated with the exercise. All exercise 

participants will be provided with a safety briefing that specifies provisions and policies 

regarding weapons before the exercise starts.

Explosives and Pyrotechnics

Simulated explosive devices, such as “flash bangs,” pyrotechnics, flares, smoke grenades, and so 

forth, will be handled and/or detonated only by qualified exercise staff members or bomb 

technicians. Eye and ear protection should be worn by any persons in the area of explosive 

devices.
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Weapons Policy [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Aggressive Behavior

Aggressive behavior will not be tolerated during exercise conduct, except in matters of selfdefense. Examples of aggressive behavior may include excessive speeding; uncontrolled animals 

(e.g., K-9s, horses); use of defense products (e.g., mace, pepper spray, stun guns, tasers, batons); 

and forceful use of operational response equipment or tools (e.g., pike poles, hose lines used at 

full stream on victims).

Exercise Notification

The DHS/FEMA National Preparedness Directorate supports exercise play that simulates reallife incidents; however, funds are not to be used for exercises that include or impact the general 

public without prior notification. Public notification includes, but is not limited to, message 

signs, press releases, postcards, radio/press advertisements, and community hearings. Exceptions 

to this policy specifying special mitigating circumstances must be directed, in writing, to the 

Exercise Manager or hseep@dhs.gov thirty (30) days before the exercise.
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It is the policy of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency 

Management Agency (FEMA) National Preparedness Directorate to ensure that every effort is 

made to provide a safe and secure environment during National Preparedness Directoratesponsored exercises for its participants, observers/VIPs, control and evaluation staff members, 

volunteers, and the general public. 

Weapons 

Federal and contractor exercise planners and controllers plan for and promulgate control 

measures with regard to weapons, whether introduced as a simulated device during exercise play 

or used by law enforcement officers in their normal scope of duties. For the purpose of this 

policy, a weapon includes all firearms; knives; less-than-lethal weapons, tools, and devices; and 

any other object capable of causing bodily harm. 

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) and who have an assigned exercise role (e.g., responder, tactical team) with the 

potential for interaction with other exercise participants (e.g., actor victims) will NOT carry a 

loaded weapon within the confines of the exercise play area. They may continue to carry their 

weapon only after it has been properly cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no ammunition in 

chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines) and only after being marked or identified in a 

conspicuous manner (e.g., bright tape visible around the stock or holster). The use of an area 

clearly marked as “off limits” and with assigned armed personnel to secure weapons in a 

container, vehicle, or other security area is acceptable and should be consistent with host 

jurisdiction weapons security policies. 

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) who are used to provide real-world perimeter security for the exercise and have no 

assigned or direct interaction with exercise participants may continue to carry loaded weapons as 

part of their normal scope of duty. 

All other personnel with no legal authority to carry weapons will not bring, introduce, or have in 

their possession any weapon of any type in any area associated with the exercise. All exercise 

participants will be provided with a safety briefing that specifies provisions and policies 

regarding weapons before the exercise starts. 

Explosives and Pyrotechnics 

Simulated explosive devices, such as “flash bangs,” pyrotechnics, flares, smoke grenades, and so 

forth, will be handled and/or detonated only by qualified exercise staff members or bomb 

technicians. Eye and ear protection should be worn by any persons in the area of explosive 

devices. 

Aggressive Behavior 

Aggressive behavior will not be tolerated during exercise conduct, except in matters of selfdefense. Examples of aggressive behavior may include excessive speeding; uncontrolled animals 

(e.g., K-9s, horses); use of defense products (e.g., mace, pepper spray, stun guns, tasers, batons); 
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and forceful use of operational response equipment or tools (e.g., pike poles, hose lines used at 

full stream on victims). 

Exercise Notification 

The DHS/FEMA National Preparedness Directorate supports exercise play that simulates reallife incidents; however, funds are not to be used for exercises that include or impact the general 

public without prior notification. Public notification includes, but is not limited to, message 

signs, press releases, postcards, radio/press advertisements, and community hearings. Exceptions 

to this policy specifying special mitigating circumstances must be directed, in writing, to the 

Exercise Manager or hseep@dhs.gov thirty (30) days before the exercise. 
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume IV: Sample

Documents and Formats (2006)

Section 2 - Exercise Planning

The HSEEP Volume IV provides sample exercise documents, formats, multimedia files, and policy guidance for exercise 

planning. The following resources were archived on October 7, 2015 from:

https://web.archive.org/web/20090112224736/https://hseep.dhs.gov/hseep_vols/default1.aspx?url=home.aspx 

Exercise Planning > Exercise Planning Team

• Exercise Planning Team Org Chart

• Planning Team Members (Discussion-based recommendation)

• Planning Team Members (Operations-based recommendation)

Exercise Planning > Discussion-based Exercises

Discussion-based Exercises > Foundation > Master Task List

• Master Task List (DB)

• Exercise Planning Timeline (DB) (FOUO)

Discussion-based Exercises > Foundation > Exercise Planning Team

• Discussion-Based Exercise PMT

• Planning Team Members Recommendation

• Exercise Planning Timeline Recommendation (Discussion-based exercises) (FOUO)

Discussion-based Exercises > Foundation > Planning Conference Materials > Initial Planning Conference

• Initial Planning Conference Agenda

• Initial Planning Conference Sign-In

• Concept and Objectives Meeting Agenda

• Concept and Objectives Meeting Sign-In Sheet

• Initial Planning Conference Minutes (DB)

• Concept and Objectives Meeting Minutes (DB)

• Initial Planning Conference Brief (DB)

• Exercise Participant List (Discussion-based recommendation)

• Exercise Objectives (Discussion-based Recommendations/Samples)

Discussion-based Exercises > Foundation > Planning Conference Materials > Final Planning Conference

• Final Planning Conference Agenda

• Final Planning Conference Sign-In Sheets

• Final Planning Conference Minutes (DB)

• Final Planning Conference Brief (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Scenario > Scenario Variable Matrix

• Biological Scenario Variable Matrix

• Chemical Scenario Variable Matrix

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Situation Manual (SITMAN) > 

Sample Appendices

• Agent Hazard Summary Template

• Jurisdiction Fact Sheet

• Area Maps Appendix

• HSEEP Glossary
• HSEEP Acronym List

• Biological Terms Glossary

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Situation Manual (SITMAN) > 

Document Covers

• Generic Document Cover 1

• Generic Document Cover 2

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Media/Public Information

• Public Information Media Release (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Logistics > Room Layouts

• Seminar Room Layout

• Tabletop Room Layout

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Logistics > Badges

• Exercise Badges (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Logistics > Name Tents

• Name Tents for discussion-based exercises

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Logistics > Table Tents

• Table Tents

Discussion-based Exercises > Design and Development > Logistics > Invitation

• Exercise Invitation

Discussion-based Exercises > Conduct > Signs

• Exercise Signs (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Conduct > Participant Feedback Form

• Participant Feedback Form (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Conduct > Hot Wash/Debrief

• Hot Wash Sign-In Sheets

• Hot Wash Minutes (DB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation

• After-Action Conference Sign-in Sheets

• After-Action Conference Agenda

• Evaluator Log Template

• Evaluator Orientation Briefing Template

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report > Letter of Transmittal > Draft AAR/IP

• Draft AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (FEMA)

• Draft AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (State)

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report > Letter of Transmittal > Final AAR/IP

• Final AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (State)

• Final AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (FEMA)

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report > After Action Reports

• AAR/IP Template (DB+OB)

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation > Exercise Evaluation Guides

• Discussion Based EEG Template Customization Job Aid

• Evaluator Guidelines Job Aid Template

• Medical Supplies Management and Distribution Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Medical Surge Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Onsite Incident Management Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Planning Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Public Health Laboratory Testing Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Public Safety and Security Response Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Responder Safety and Health Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Restoration of Lifelines Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide
• Risk Management Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Structural Damage and Mitigation Assessment Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Urban Search & Rescue Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Volunteer Management and Donations Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• WMD/Hazardous Materials Response and Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• AAR Data Input Form

• Animal Health Emergency Support Exercise Discussion-Based Evaluation Guide

• CBRNE Detection Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Citizen Protection: Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Communications Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Community Preparedness and Participation Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Critical Infrastructure Protection Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Economic & Community Recovery Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Emergency Public Information and Warning Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Environmental Health and Vector Control Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Explosive Device Response Operations Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Fatality Management Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Firefighting Operations/Support Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation 

Guide

• Intelligence Analysis and Production Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Intelligence/Information Sharing and Dissemination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Isolation and Quarantine Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Law Enforcement Investigation and Operations Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services) Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Mass Prophylaxis Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

Discussion-based Exercises > Evaluation > Lessons Learned/Best Practices

• LLIS Information

Discussion-based Exercises > Improvement Planning > After Action Conference

• After-Action Conference Agenda

• AAC Brief (DB)

Exercise Planning > Operations-based Exercises

Operations-based Exercises > Foundation > Master Task List

• Operations-Based Exercise Project Management Timeline

• Master Task List (OB)

• Exercise Planning Timeline (Operations-based recommendation)

Operations-based Exercises > Foundation > Exercise Planning Team

• Exercise Planning Team Organizational Chart (Operations-based Exercises)

• Planning Team Members Recommendation for operations-based exercises

Operations-based Exercises > Foundation > Planning Conference Materials > Initial Planning Conference

• Initial Planning Conference Agenda (Operations-based Exercises)

• Initial Planning Conference Sign-In Sheets

• Concept and Objectives Meeting Agenda
• Concept and Objectives Meeting Sign-in Sheets

• Initial Planning Conference Minutes (OB)

• Concept and Objectives Meeting Minutes (OB)

• Initial Planning Conference Brief (OB)

• Exercise Planning Timeline (Operations-based recommendation)

Operations-based Exercises > Foundation > Planning Conference Materials > Midterm Planning Conference

• Mid-Term Planning Conference Sign-in Sheets

• Mid-Term Planning Conference Minutes

• Mid-Term Planning Conference Brief (OB)

• Mid-Term Planning Conference Agenda

Operations-based Exercises > Foundation > Planning Conference Materials > Final Planning Conference

• Final Planning Conference Agenda

• Final Planning Conference Sign-in Sheets

• Final Planning Conference Minutes (OB)

• Final Planning Conference Brief (OB)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Scope

• Extent of Play Agreement

• Participating Agency List (Recommendation for Operations-based exercises)

• Exercise Objectives (Operations-based recommendations)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Scenario > Scenario Variable Matrix

• Biological Scenario Variable Matrix

• Chemical Scenario Variable Matrix

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Control Staff Instructions

• Control Staff Instructions (COSIN)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan)

• Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Master Scenario Events List

• MSEL Conference Agenda

• MSEL Conference Sign-in Sheets

• MSEL Conference Minutes

• MSEL Sample - Earthquake (Military Response)

• MSEL Sample - Earthquake (Regional) (FOUO)

• MSEL Sample - Earthquake (State-wide)

• MSEL Sample - HazMat Incident (FSE)

• MSEL Sample - Public Event

• MSEL Sample - RDD (Regional)

• MSEL Sample - Special Event (FOUO)

• MSEL Sample - Tier I NLE (RDD - FE)

• MSEL Sample - Tier I NLE (RDD - FSE - U.S. Territory)

• MSEL Sample - Tier I NLE (RDD - FSE)

• MSEL Sample - Tier I Prevention-based NLE

• MSEL Sample - Tsunami

• MSEL Sample - Earthquake

• MSEL Sample - Hurricane

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Sample Appendices

• Exercise Schedule (OB)

• Communications Plan

• Controller and Evaluator Assignments

• Jurisdiction Fact Sheet

• Area Maps
• Deployment Timetable

• Controller Communications Plan (OB)

• Agent Hazard Summary Template

• Participating and Simulated Agencies List

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Documentation > Document Covers

• Generic Document Cover 1

• Generic Document Cover 2

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Assembly Area > Deployment Timetable

• Deployment Timetable

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Assembly Area > Player Information Handout

• Player Handout

• Operations-Based Hats and Badges Card

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Waiver Form

• Actor Waiver Form

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Information Sheet

• Actor Information Sheet

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Moulage Kit

• Moulage Kit

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Tags/Labels > Symptomology Tags 

(Chemical)

• Contaminated Labels

• Deceased Labels

• Do Not Decon Labels 

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Tags/Labels > Symptomology Tags 

(Chemical) > Lewisite

• Worried Well (Lewisite)

• Deceased Labels (Lewisite)

• Mild Moderate Symptoms (Lewisite)

• Moderate Symptoms (Lewisite)

• Severe Symptoms (Lewisite)

• Severe Trauma Symptoms (Lewisite)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Tags/Labels > Symptomology Tags 

(Chemical) > Sarin

• Deceased Labels (Sarin)

• Moderate Symptoms (Sarin)

• Severe Symptoms (Sarin)

• Severe Trauma Symptoms (Sarin)

• Worried Well Tags (Sarin)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Actor Tags/Labels > Symptomology Tags 

(Chemical) > VX

• Mild Moderate Symptoms (VX)

• Severe Symptoms (VX)

• Severe Trauma Symptoms (VX)

• Worried Well Tags (VX)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Hospital/Victim List

• Hospital Victim Breakdown List

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Media/Public Information

• Public Announcement

• Public Information Media Release (OB)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Logistics > Identification Badges/Labels > 

ID Badges

• Controller Badges
• Evaluator Badges

• Media Badges

• Observer Badges

• Player Badges

• VIP Badges

• Support Staff Badges (Escorted)

• Support Staff Badges (Full Access)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Logistics > Identification Badges/Labels > 

Labels

• Contaminated Labels

• Do Not Decontaminate Labels 2

• Deceased Labels

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Logistics > Signs

• Exercise Signs (OB)

Operations-based Exercises > Design and Development > Actors > Logistics > Invitation

• Exercise Invitation

Operations-based Exercises > Conduct > Exercise Briefings

• Hot Wash Sign-In Sheets

• spital Debrief

• Actors Brief

• Controller and Evaluator Brief (OB)

• Controller and Evaluator Debrief (OB)

• Hospital Brief

• Observer VIP Brief (OB)

• Players Brief (FSE)

Operations-based Exercises > Conduct > Activity Logs

• Activity Logs

Operations-based Exercises > Conduct > Participant Feedback Form

• Participant Feedback Form

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation

• Evaluator Log Template

• Evaluator Orientation Briefing Template

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report (AAR) > AAR

• AAR/IP Template (DB+OB Exercises)

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report (AAR) > Letters of Transmittal > Draft AAR/IP

• Draft AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (FEMA)

• Draft AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (State)

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report (AAR) > Letters of Transmittal > Final AAR/IP

• Final AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (FEMA)

• Final AAR/IP Transmittal Letter (State)

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report (AAR) > Lessons Learned/Best Practices

• LLIS Summary

Operations-based Exercises > Evaluation > After Action Report (AAR) > Exercise Evaluation Guides

• Operations Based EEG Template Customization Job Aid

• Evaluator Guidelines Job Aid Template (Operations-Based)

• AAR Data Input Form

• Animal Health Emergency Support Exercise Operations-Based Evaluation Guide

• CBRNE Detection Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Citizen Protection: Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Communications Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide
• Community Preparedness and Participation Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Critical Infrastructure Protection Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Economic & Community Recovery Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Emergency Public Information and Warning Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Environmental Health and Vector Control Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Explosive Device Response Operations Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Fatality Management Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Firefighting Operations/Support Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings Operations-Based Exercise 

Evaluation Guide

• Intelligence Analysis and Production Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Intelligence/Information Sharing and Dissemination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Isolation and Quarantine Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Law Enforcement Investigation and Operations Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services) Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Mass Prophylaxis Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Medical Supplies Management and Distribution Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Medical Surge Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Onsite Incident Management Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Planning Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Public Health Laboratory Testing Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Public Safety and Security Response Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Responder Safety and Health Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Restoration of Lifelines Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Risk Management Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Structural Damage and Mitigation Assessment Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Urban Search & Rescue Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• Volunteer Management and Donations Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

• WMD/Hazardous Materials Response and Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide

Operations-based Exercises > Improvement Planning > After Action Conference

• After Action Conference DHS

• After-Action Conference Agenda

• After-Action Conference Sign-in Sheets

• AAC Brief (OB)

Exercise Planning Team

Organizational Chart

Exercise Director/Lead Planner

Operations Planning Logistics Admin/Finance

Safety Site Liaison

Assembly Area Onsite Offsite

Fire/Rescue

HazMat

EMS

Law Enforcement

PIO

Public Works

SWAT

Bomb Squad

EMA/EOC

Hosp/Med

Simulation Ex. Evaluation

Data Collection

Service Support

Transportation

Public Works

Food

Medical

Security

Audio/Visual

Actor/Victim

Resource

VIP/Observer

Communications

Purchasing

Grant Mgmt

Admin

Schedule

Minimum Positions

Expanded Positions (Task Oriented)

Operations-Based Exercises

Sectioning Designation
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Discussion-Based Exercises 

1

Exercise Planning Team members should be determined based on the scope and type of exercise 

as well as the scenario and/or subject. For example, a tabletop exercise (TTX) with a scenario 

involving a biological agent should include planners and subject matter experts (SMEs) from the 

medical and public health communities. 

The following sample list of Exercise Planning Team members should be modified to meet the 

jurisdiction’s requirements. 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency management 

 Homeland security 

Public Safety 

 Fire 

 Hazardous materials (HazMat) 

 Law enforcement 

 Emergency medical services (EMS) 

 Special operations 

 Bomb squad 

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 

Public Health 

 Public health department 

 Communicable disease 

 Epidemiologists 

 Infectious disease 

 Pathology 

 Poison control 

Medical 

 Hospital administrators 

 Coroner/medical examiner 

 Hospital infection control 

 Hospital lab managers 

 Hospital emergency room 

 Medical society 

 Private practitioners 

 Veterinary 

Other 

 Public works 

 Public Information Officer (PIO) 

 Volunteer organizations (e.g., American Red Cross) 
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Discussion-Based Exercises 

2

 Communications/dispatch 

 Government officials 

 Environmental quality 
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Operations-Based Exercises

1

Exercise Planning Team members should be determined based on the scope and type of exercise 

as well as the scenario. For example, a point of distribution (POD) drill that simulates the 

distribution of pharmaceutical supplies should involve planners and subject matter experts 

(SMEs) from the medical and public health communities. 

The following sample list of Exercise Planning Team members should be modified to meet the 

jurisdiction’s requirements. The agencies marked with asterisks are most critical to have present 

during all planning conferences. 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency manager* 

 Homeland security* 

 Public health* 

 Public works 

 Transportation/transit authority 

 Public affairs 

 Exercise venue/site management (e.g., stadium security) 

Fire 

 Fire department* 

 Communications/dispatch* 

 Special operations (e.g., hazardous materials [HazMat], Metropolitan Medical Response 

System [MMRS])* 

 Mutual aid fire* 

Law Enforcement 

 Police* 

 Special operations (e.g., bomb squad, Special Weapons and Tactics [SWAT])* 

 Sheriff’s department* 

 Local branch of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)* 

 Mutual aid law enforcement* 

 Medical 

 Hospital representatives (primary trauma center and/or hospital association)* 

 Emergency medical services (EMS) (public and private)* 

 Mutual aid 

 Medical examiner/coroner 

[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Master Task List [Full Exercise Name]

Discussion-Based Exercise [Exercise Name Continued]

Master Task List 1 [Jurisdiction]

Discussion-Based Exercises [PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party Contact Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

I. Foundation

Develop exercise budget

Develop exercise planning timeline

Identify Exercise Planning Team

Schedule first planning conference

II. Design and Development

Planning Conferences

Initial Planning Conference (IPC)

Prepare and send invitations and 

read-ahead packets

Develop agenda, presentation, and 

sign-in sheets

Determine exercise scope (see 

Scope section) 

Determine exercise scenario (see

Scenario section)

Determine date for next planning 

conference

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for tasks

Develop IPC minutes

Begin development of exercise 

documentation (see Documentation

section)
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Master Task List [Full Exercise Name]

Discussion-Based Exercise [Exercise Name Continued]

Master Task List 2 [Jurisdiction]

Discussion-Based Exercises [PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party Contact Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Final Planning Conference (FPC)

Prepare and send invitations

Develop agenda, briefing, and signin sheets

Review all exercise materials, 

documents, and tasks

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for tasks

Develop FPC minutes

Scope

Identify exercise design objectives

Identify exercise participants

Scenario

Identify threat/hazard and/or specific 

agent

Identify exercise venue

Documentation

Develop Situation Manual (SitMan)

Develop multimedia exercise 

presentation

Develop participant feedback forms

Develop exercise evaluation packets 

(including Exercise Evaluation 

Guides [EEGs])
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Master Task List [Full Exercise Name]

Discussion-Based Exercise [Exercise Name Continued]

Master Task List 3 [Jurisdiction]

Discussion-Based Exercises [PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party Contact Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Exercise Site Areas

Designate media/observer area

Designate registration area

Designate parking area

Media/Public Information

Develop media policy

Develop media release/public 

information handout

Logistics

Arrange for use of exercise venue 

(reserve room/use of facility)

Arrange for participant parking at 

venue

Arrange for audio/visual equipment 

(e.g., microphones, screens, 

projectors)

Arrange for exercise supplies (e.g., 

pens, markers, flipcharts)

Develop mailing lists (players, 

facilitators, Exercise Planning Team)

Develop ID badges, name/table 

tents, and sign-in sheets

Arrange for restrooms

Provide food and refreshments

Develop signage

Arrange for videotaping of exercise 
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Master Task List [Full Exercise Name]

Discussion-Based Exercise [Exercise Name Continued]

Master Task List 4 [Jurisdiction]

Discussion-Based Exercises [PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party Contact Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Exercise Staffing

Determine exercise staff 

requirements

Select and train exercise staff

III. Conduct

Briefings

Present multimedia exercise briefing

Documentation

Distribute SitMan

Distribute exercise evaluation 

packets

Distribute participant feedback forms

Exercise Control

Set up exercise site

Conduct/facilitate exercise

Conduct postexercise Hot Wash

IV. Evaluation

After Action Review

Develop Hot Wash minutes

Conduct controller and evaluator 

(C/E) debriefing

Develop C/E debriefing minutes

Develop draft After Action Report 

(AAR)

Send draft AAR to Exercise 

Planning Team for review
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Master Task List [Full Exercise Name]

Discussion-Based Exercise [Exercise Name Continued]

Master Task List 5 [Jurisdiction]

Discussion-Based Exercises [PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party Contact Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

V. Improvement Planning

After Action Conference

Schedule conference

Prepare and send invitations

Conduct After Action Conference

Finalize AAR

Develop Improvement Plan (IP)

Improvement Planning

Share lessons learned, best 

practices, and successes identified 

in AAR/IP

Implement AAR/IP

Track AAR/IP implementation
Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

I. Foundation

Develop Exercise Budget

Develop Project Management Timeline

Identify Exercise Planning Team

Schedule Initial Planning Conference

II. Design & Development

A. Planning Conferences

 1. Initial Planning Conference (IPC)

Prepare and send Invitations and ReadAhead Packets

Develop Agenda, Presentation, and SignIn Sheets

Determine exercise Scope (See Section 

B: Scope) 

Determine exercise Scenario (See 

Section C: Scenario)

Determine date for next Planning 

Conference

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

tasks

Develop IPC Minutes

Begin development of exercise 

Documentation (See Section D: 

Documentation)

 2. Final Planning Conference (FPC)
Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Prepare and send Invitations

Develop Agenda, Briefing, and Sign-In

Sheets

Review all exercise materials, documents, 

and tasks

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

tasks

Develop FPC Minutes

B. Scope

Identify Exercise Design Objectives

Identify Exercise Participants

C. Scenario

Identify Threat/Hazard and/or Specific 

Agent

Identify Exercise Venue

D. Documentation

Develop Situation Manual (SitMan)

Develop Multi-media Exercise 

Presentation

Develop Participant Feedback Forms

Develop Exercise Evaluation Packets 

(EEPs)

E. Exercise Site Areas

Designate Media/Observer Area

Designate Registration Area

Designate Parking Area

F. Media-Public Information
Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Develop Media Policy

Develop Media Release/Public 

Information Handout

G. Logistics

Arrange for use of exercise venue 

(reserve room/ use of facility)

Arrange for participant parking at venue

Arrange for audio/visual equipment (e.g., 

microphones, screens, projectors)

Arrange for exercise supplies (e.g., pens, 

markers, flipcharts)

Develop Mailing Lists (players, facilitators, 

exercise planning team)

Develop ID Badges, Name tents and/or 

Tabletents, and Sign-in Sheets

Arrange for restrooms

Provide food and refreshments

Develop signage

Arrange for videotaping of exercise 

H. Exercise Staffing

Determine exercise staff requirements

Select and train exercise staff

III. Conduct

A. Briefings

Multi-media Exercise Presentation

B. Documentation

Distribute SITMAN
Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Distribute EEPs

Distribute Participant Feedback Forms

C. Exercise Control

Setup exercise site

Conduct/facilitate the exercise

Conduct a post-exercise Hotwash

IV. Evaluation

A. After Action Review

Develop Hotwash Minutes

Conduct C/E Debrief

Develop C/E Debrief Minutes

Develop Draft AAR 

Send Draft AAR to Exercise Planning 

Team for review

V. Improvement Planning

A. After Action Conference

Schedule Conference

Prepare and send Invitations

Conduct After Action Conference

Finalize AAR

Develop Improvement Plan

B. Improvement Planning

Share lessons learned, best practices, 
Discussion-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

and successes identified in AAR/IP

Implement AAR/IP

Track AAR/ IP implementation
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Discussion-Based Exercises 

1

Exercise Planning Team members should be determined based on the scope and type of exercise 

as well as the scenario and/or subject. For example, a tabletop exercise (TTX) with a scenario 

involving a biological agent should include planners and subject matter experts (SMEs) from the 

medical and public health communities. 

The following sample list of Exercise Planning Team members should be modified to meet the 

jurisdiction’s requirements. 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency management 

 Homeland security 

Public Safety 

 Fire 

 Hazardous materials (HazMat) 

 Law enforcement 

 Emergency medical services (EMS) 

 Special operations 

 Bomb squad 

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 

Public Health 

 Public health department 

 Communicable disease 

 Epidemiologists 

 Infectious disease 

 Pathology 

 Poison control 

Medical 

 Hospital administrators 

 Coroner/medical examiner 

 Hospital infection control 

 Hospital lab managers 

 Hospital emergency room 

 Medical society 

 Private practitioners 

 Veterinary 

Other 

 Public works 

 Public Information Officer (PIO) 

 Volunteer organizations (e.g., American Red Cross) 
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Discussion-Based Exercises 

2

 Communications/dispatch 

 Government officials 

 Environmental quality 
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Agenda [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

INITIAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (IPC) AGENDA

[Date]

I. Introductions

II. Exercise Purpose, Scope, and Objectives

III. Scenario and Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) Timeline

IV. Participating Agencies

V. Exercise Facilitation

VI. Exercise Evaluation

VII. Exercise Documents

VIII. Exercise Logistics

IX. Meeting Dates

X. Closing
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name

Sign-in Sheet: [Date] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

INITIAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (IPC) SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Concept and Objectives [Full Exercise Name]

(C&O) Meeting Agenda [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

CONCEPTS AND OBJECTIVES (C&O) MEETING AGENDA

[Date]

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Review State Multiyear Exercise Plan

III. Exercise Overview

IV. Propose Exercise Design Elements

a. Objectives

b. Scenario

c. Venue

d. Documentation

e. Exercise Participants

f. Support and Logistics

V. Propose Exercise Timeline

a. Future Planning Conference Dates

b. Exercise Date

VI. Action Items
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name

Sign-in Sheet: [Date] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

CONCEPT AND OBJECTIVES (C&O) MEETING SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

INITIAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (IPC) MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. The [Exercise Name] Initial Planning Conference (IPC) was held on [Date], 

at [Location] in [City, Town, County], [State]. Attendees included representatives from the 

following jurisdictions:

• [List Participating Agencies]

Purpose. The purpose of the IPC was to introduce the exercise concept, including local design 

objectives, scenario elements, participants, and exercise methodology, and to discuss exercise 

support requirements. These minutes provide an overview of the conference including 

agreements made between local, State, and Federal exercise planners.

Overview of Activities

General. The Exercise Planning Team provided a brief overview of the Homeland Security 

Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) as well as a more in-depth review of the exercise 

program as it specifically relates to a [exercise type]. This included a discussion of the 

overarching and exercise-specific objectives, as well as a discussion of scenario elements, and 

selection of potential venues. This IPC was designed to provide the opportunity for exercise 

planners to address the following:

• Familiarization with HSEEP and design of [exercise type]

• Formulation of exercise objectives 

• Discussion and selection of scenario variables and venue

• Selection of dates for the Final Planning Conference (FPC) and exercise

• Selection of exercise participants and exercise evaluators

Exercise Overview. [Exercise Name] will be a [Exercise Duration]-hour event. Evaluators will 

be required to attend an evaluator orientation the day before the exercise and an evaluator 

debriefing the day after the exercise.

Exercise Scenario. [Scenario Description]

Exercise Design

Subsequent discussion of the design objectives, scenario elements, exercise participants, and 

exercise dates resulted in the following decisions.

Purpose. The purpose of the exercise will be to assess [Jurisdiction] agencies’ [mission type] to 

a [scenario type] incident. 

Objectives. The Exercise Planning Team identified the following draft objectives:

1. [Objective 1]

2. [Objective 2]
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Logistics. The exercise location has yet to be determined; however, [Venue] has been identified 

as a tentative site. Tentative date for [Exercise Name] is [Start Date]. Each workgroup will be 

facilitated by an Exercise Planning Team member. Workgroups will be divided into four tables 

based on responding agency: 

• [Location] Operations

• Public Safety 

• Emergency Management 

• Public Information 

Scheduling. The following dates were tentatively scheduled:

• FPC: [Date], [Time], [Venue]

• Exercise Conduct: [Date], [Time], [Venue]

Outstanding Action Items

The following actions remain open:

[Agency] Action Items Due

Provide relevant jurisdictional plans and policies to Exercise Planning Team

Review Situation Manual (SitMan) and provide comments to Exercise Planning Team

Confirm exercise location

Confirm exercise objectives

Identify local evaluators

Confirm participant list

Determine logistical requirements for exercise

Exercise Planning Team Action Items Due

Develop IPC minutes for [Agency/Jurisdiction] review

Develop draft SitMan for [Agency/Jurisdiction] review

Develop Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

Design badges, signs, and table tents

Points of Contact (POCs)

Exercise Manager:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 3 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Attendee List

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Concept and Objective (C&O) Meeting Minutes [Full Exercise Name]

(Discussion-Based Exercise) [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

CONCEPT AND OBJECTIVES (C&O) MEETING MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. [Agency/Jurisdiction] hosted a Concept and Objectives (C&O) Meeting on 

[Date], in preparation for the upcoming [Full Exercise Name].

Participants. C&O Meeting attendees included:

• [List Participating Agencies]

Purpose. The purpose of the C&O Meeting was to review the proposed exercise concept;

confirm future planning conferences; and begin discussion of design objectives, scenario, 

participants, exercise methodology, and logistical requirements. Discussion and agreements 

made between planning team members during the meeting are provided below.

Overview of Activities

Exercise Overview. The exercise is a [Exercise Type] exercise. Other exercise activities, such as 

initial briefing of key players and a Hot Wash at the conclusion of the exercise to elicit initial 

feedback on lessons learned, are not included in the [Exercise Duration]-hour period. Other 

participants from adjoining jurisdictions and Federal agencies will be invited to participate at the 

community’s discretion. Each task performed will have associated standards/performance 

measures based on community standard operating procedures (SOPs). 

Exercise Design. An overview of the exercise process and general parameters was provided. The 

planning conference provided an opportunity for planning team members to discuss requirements 

for planning and conduct of the exercise. The following exercise concept and associated tasks 

were discussed: 

• The conference identified several design objectives for the exercise. The community 

would like to focus on the following issues: 

– [Insert Objectives Here]

• The exercise will be held at [Venue].

• The scenario will be based on: 

– [Overview]

Planning Conferences. Additional planning conferences have been scheduled. The dates and 

focus of the conferences will be as follows: 

• Initial Planning Conference (IPC). The IPC, to be held on [Date] at [Location], will be 

conducted to review the proposed exercise concept; confirm future planning conferences;

and begin discussion of design objectives, scenario, participants, exercise methodology, 

and logistical requirements.

• Final Planning Conference (FPC). The FPC, to be held on [Date] at [Location], will be 

conducted to review drafts of exercise materials (e.g., Situation Manual, Exercise 

Evaluation Guides) covering the scenario, all background materials, design objectives, 

scope of play, support requirements, evaluation materials, etc.
[Protective Marking]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

Concept and Objective (C&O) Meeting Minutes [Full Exercise Name]

(Discussion-Based Exercise) [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Exercise Conduct. The exercise will be held on [Start Date], at [Venue].

• Additional training of [facilitators/controllers] and evaluators will occur on [Date], to 

prepare them for their roles during the exercise. 

• A debriefing for [facilitators/controllers] and evaluators will be held soon after the 

exercise’s conclusion. A Hot Wash for players will occur immediately after the exercise. 

Outstanding Actions

The following actions remain and will be finalized at the IPC:

• Coordinate participation by agencies, and provide invitations. 

• Finalize the design objectives for the exercise. 

• Compile a list of participating agencies and their planning representatives/contact 

numbers. 

• Select exercise controllers and evaluators. 

• Gather relevant emergency operations plans (EOPs) and SOPs for participating agencies.

• Provide maps of the exercise site. 

Exercise Planning Team Points of Contact (POCs)

Exercise POC:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]

Attendee List

The following individuals attended the C&O Meeting.

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
<Protective Marking>

Initial Planning Conference 

(IPC)

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
<Protective Marking>

2 

Welcome and Introductions

0 I nsert your 

Organization's 

Logo Here 
<Protective Marking>

3

Meeting Agenda

• Review proposed scope, purpose, and 

objectives

• Review proposed exercise scenario

• Review proposed participating agencies

• Exercise facilitation

• Exercise evaluation 

• Exercise documents

• Exercise logistics

• Meeting dates

• Closing
<Protective Marking>

4

Operational Security

• This briefing contains exercise and 

operational material that must be 

safeguarded.

• The materials in this briefing are 

categorized as [protective marking].
<Protective Marking>

5

Exercise Scope

• [Insert scope statement.]
<Protective Marking>

6

Exercise Purpose

• [Insert purpose statement.]
<Protective Marking>

7

Target Capabilities

• [Insert the exercise’s target capabilities.]
<Protective Marking>

8

Exercise Objectives

• [Insert objectives.]
<Protective Marking>

9

Exercise Scenario

• [Insert brief description/characteristics of 

the scenario.]
<Protective Marking>

10

Participating Agencies

• [List participating agencies.]
<Protective Marking>

11

Exercise Facilitation

• Lead facilitator

• Functional area facilitators

• Facilitator training requirements

• Facilitation vs. evaluation
<Protective Marking>

12

Exercise Evaluation

• Evaluators

• Evaluator training requirements

• Scribes

• Results in After Action Report (AAR)/ 

Improvement Plan (IP)
<Protective Marking>

13

Evaluation Components

• Objectives

• Evaluation criteria

• Participant Feedback Form

• Player Hot Wash

• Scribe notes

• Evaluator notes
<Protective Marking>

14

Exercise Documents

• Situation Manual (SitMan)

• Evaluation Plan

• Facilitator Handbook 

• AAR/IP
<Protective Marking>

15

Exercise Staffing

• Select facilitators

• Select evaluators

• Select scribes

• Select support staff

– Security

– Registration support
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• Provide restrooms

• Fund exercise
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• Location requirements

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– Audiovisual capable

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– Adequate size

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• Midterm Planning Conference (MPC): 

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• Final Planning Conference (FPC): [Date]

• Exercise Conduct: [Date]

• After Action Conference: [Date]
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Action Items

• Review SitMan, and provide comments to Exercise 

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• Confirm exercise location.

• Confirm exercise objectives.

• Identify local evaluators.

• Confirm participant list. 

• Determine logistical requirements for exercise.

• Develop IPC minutes for review.

• Develop draft SitMan for review.

• Develop Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs).

• Design badges, signs, and table tents.
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Recommended Participants for 

Discussion-Based Exercises 

1

The participants selected to attend the exercise should be based on the scope and type (e.g., 

seminar, workshop, tabletop) of exercise as well as the scenario and/or subject. For example, a 

tabletop exercise (TTX) with a scenario involving a biological agent should include participants 

from the medical and public health communities. An exercise involving an agricultural terrorism 

scenario should involve participants from the agricultural and veterinary fields. This list is not 

all-inclusive. 

Local 

Law Enforcement 

 Bomb squad/special operations

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) field office

 Mutual aid

 Police department (e.g., patrol, investigations, evidence team)

 Sheriff’s office

Fire/Hazardous Materials (HazMat) 

 Command and line staff

 Fire department

 HazMat team

 Mutual aid

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 

 Private 

 Public 

Medical 

 Coroner or medical examiner 

 Hospital administrators 

 Hospital emergency department staff 

Communications/Dispatch 

 9-1-1 

 Dispatch 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency manager 

 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff 

 Environmental quality/control 

 Mayor’s office 

 Private sector 

 Public affairs (e.g., public information officer [PIO]) 
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 Public works 

 Volunteer organizations (e.g., American Red Cross, The Salvation Army) 

Public Health 

 Administrator/manager for epidemiological laboratories (private) 

 Administrator/manager for epidemiology 

 Communicable diseases—epidemiologists/physicians 

 Director of public health 

 Health and human services (commissioned and noncommissioned) 

 Hospital administration and emergency departments 

 Infectious disease/pathology section representative 

 Laboratory managers 

 Medical examiner or coroner 

 Poison control and toxicology 

 Public health service 

Policy and Government 

 Elected/appointed officials and delegates 

Agricultural Response 

 Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) 

 Area veterinarian in charge (AVIC) 

 Board of animal health representative 

 Foreign animal disease diagnostician (FADD) 

 Veterinary reserve corps 

 Veterinary diagnostic laboratory 

 Veterinary services laboratory 

 Veterinary Medical Assistance Team (VMAT) 

State 

 Agricultural/veterinary 

 Emergency management 

 Environmental quality/protection 

 Law enforcement 

 National Guard 

 Port authority 

 Public health department 

 Public utilities and engineering 

 State veterinarian 

 Transportation 
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Federal 

 Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) 

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 

 Military 

 U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) 

 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) 

 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 

 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) 

 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 
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Sample Objectives 

Discussion-Based Exercise 

1

Sample objectives for a discussion-based exercise are listed below. Planning team members 

should limit the number of objectives to four or five. These samples may be combined or 

modified; this is not an all-inclusive list. The selected objectives should be based on the scope, 

type (e.g., seminar, workshop, tabletop exercise [TTX]), and scenario and/or subject of the 

exercise. For example, a TTX with a terrorism scenario involving a biological agent should 

include objectives that are focused on medical and public health issues. 

Interagency Planning and Coordination Objectives 

1. Community Response Plans. Assess the adequacy of local, community, and agency-specific 

plans to respond to a terrorist incident. Identify shortfalls in resources, limits in capabilities, 

and conflicts in planning. 

2. Local Decisionmaking Process. Exercise the local decisionmaking process, and identify 

areas that need refinements. Identify key actions to be taken and by whom. 

3. Private- and Public-Sector Interface. Examine interactions between public and private 

sectors during the threat or occurrence of a terrorist event. 

4. Interfacing with Local, State, and Federal Agencies. Examine the interface and 

understanding among local, State, and Federal agencies in the conduct of incident 

management activities. 

5. Awareness of Federal Plans. Expand the local response community’s understanding of 

Federal directives and plans (e.g., National Incident Management System [NIMS], National 

Response Framework [NRF]) and Federal agencies’ roles in responding to a terrorist threat. 

Resource Coordination Objectives 

1. Awareness of Federal and State Capabilities. Broaden the understanding of local 

authorities and responders of the capabilities available from State and Federal agencies in 

responding to a terrorist event. 

2. Local Resource Coordination. Determine strengths and weaknesses in the local 

coordination and integration of response resources. Identify critical issues and potential 

solutions. 

3. Mutual Aid Agreements. Review interjurisdictional mutual support compacts or agreements 

between adjacent communities, between States, and across the Nation. 

4. Implementation of External Assets. Examine factors involved in the request, receipt, 

employment, and integration of external response assets by local Incident Command System 

(ICS) protocols. Identify interoperability shortcomings—including potential delays—that 

will impede the rapid assimilation of external resources. Propose long-term solutions and 

short-term workarounds. 

5. Deployment of External Resources. Develop an understanding of deployment 

considerations for external resources, potential delays in receipt of external support, and the 
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inherent effects at the local level. Assess the local capability to distribute and administer 

medicines and other treatment to victims. 

Threat and Hazard-Related Issues 

1. Threat Preparation. Examine various threats posed by a terrorist incident and the 

implications for the local medical and response communities (e.g., attack detection, mass 

casualties, points of distribution, patient tracking). 

2. Criminal Investigations. Discuss ways to integrate response efforts with the need to 

investigate the nature and cause of a terrorist-initiated incident, including security, evidence 

collection, and interview procedures and protocols. Examine requirements for protection of a 

crime scene and evidence collection in a contaminated environment. 

3. Detection. Assess the capability of local response personnel to detect, identify, monitor, and 

respond to the effects of a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high-yield 

explosives (CBRNE) agent. 

Medical and Public Health 

1. Medical Capabilities. Determine major shortcomings in local medical capabilities to 

identify and treat casualties resulting from a terrorist event. Identify the means to obtain 

resources and assess the impact of delays in receipt. 

2. Disposition of Remains. Discuss factors that would affect the handling of substantial 

numbers of contaminated remains. 

3. Remediation and Reconstitution. Assess the local response community’s ability to contain 

agent contamination, including decontamination and use of personal protective equipment 

(PPE). Identify available methods of decontamination for structures, response equipment, 

healthcare facilities, and personnel, as well as reconstitution of equipment and supplies. 

4. Affected Area Access and Quarantine. Review plans for area access control and quarantine 

issues. 

5. Medical Monitoring and Surveillance. Review the local medical, emergency medical 

transport, and public health department capabilities to recognize, identify, monitor, and 

respond to a terrorist incident. 

Public Information and Media 

1. Public Information. Discuss options to provide timely information to the population and 

assist in minimizing chaos. Review plans to preclude dissemination of conflicting data. 

2. Media Control. Assess the adequacy of local plans for interface with and use of media 

resources. Discuss how media will be coordinated when State and Federal agencies are 

involved. 
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I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Review of Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) Minutes

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IV. Exercise Document Review

V. Exercise Logistics

VI. Exercise Evaluation

VII. Exercise Participants

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[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. [Exercise Name] Final Planning Conference (FPC) was held on [Date], in 

[City, Town, County], [State]. The meeting was conducted at [Location]. Attendees included 

representatives from:

• [List Agencies and Organizations]

Purpose. The FPC was conducted to review the Situation Manual (SitMan) for the exercise in 

order to confirm the content and underlying procedures discussed in the document. The review 

of the SitMan was also intended to clarify and gather any questionable or missing information. 

The FPC also informed the participants about the postexercise activities and their value as well 

as providing a brief demonstration of the multimedia presentation.

These minutes provide an overview of the conference, including agreements made among 

exercise planners.

Overview of Activities

General. The Exercise Planning Team provided a brief introduction of the meeting participants, 

followed by an in-depth review of the SitMan. The scope of the exercise After Action Report 

(AAR) and a sample of the envisioned multimedia presentation were discussed with [Agency]. 

This FPC was designed to provide the opportunity for planners to address the following:

• Review of SitMan

• Discussion of postexercise activities

• Sample multimedia presentation

Exercise Overview. [Exercise Name] will be a 1- day event running approximately [Length of 

Play]. [Exercise Name] will take place on [Date] located at the [Location] in [City, Town, 

County]. It is designed for [Agency] employees and managers responsible for emergency 

response operations and strategic continuity of government procedures.

The exercise will begin with a welcome and introduction by [Name], followed by a keynote 

speaker, [Name]. Following the morning presentations, divisional workgroups will meet to 

discuss specific issues related to a local [scenario] response. Each workgroup will be facilitated 

by a member of the exercise support staff. Workgroups will be divided into [#] tables based on 

[Agency] divisions:

• [List workgroups]

Exercise Design. Subsequent discussion of the exercise goals, objectives, scenario elements, 

logistics, and dates resulted in the following:
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• [List Goal]

The planning team identified the following draft objectives for [Exercise Name]:

1. [Objective 1 Description]

2. [Objective 2 Description]

3. [Objective 3 Description]

The exercise scenario will include [Scenario] at [Location] located at [Address]. The exercise 

scenario will be divided into [#] modules with breakout discussions for each module. 

• Module 1: [Module Name]

• Module 2: [Module Name]

FPC Notes:

• [Insert notes and/or action items]

Dates:

• [Exercise Name]: [Date], [Location], [City, Town, County], [Time]

Outstanding Actions

The following actions remain:

[Agency] Action Items Due

Provide emergency operations/business continuity plans to Exercise Planning Team

Identify local workgroup facilitators

Confirm logistical requirements (e.g., food) for exercise

Exercise Planning Team Action Items Due

Revise and finalize SitMan

Identify subject matter expert facilitators

Develop Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

Finalize multimedia presentation

Points of Contact (POCs)

[Agency] POC

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner 

[Contact Information]

[Jurisdiction] POC

[Contact Information]
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Meeting Agenda

• Review Exercise Scope, Purpose, and Objectives

• Review Scenario [and Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) timeline, if used]

• Review Participating Agencies

• Exercise Facilitation

• Exercise Evaluation 

• Exercise Documents

• Exercise Logistics

• Meeting Dates

• Closing
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Operational Security

• This briefing contains exercise and 

operational material that must be 

safeguarded.

• The materials in this briefing are 

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• Lead Facilitator: [Name]

• Facilitators:

– [List functional areas, if used (e.g., law 

enforcement, fire, search and rescue, 

emergency management, public information).]

– [List jurisdictions or tasks if facilitation is 

based on jurisdiction.]
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Exercise Evaluation

• Evaluators

• Scribes

• Evaluation components

– Objectives

– Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)/evaluation criteria

– Participant Feedback Form

– Player Hot Wash

– Facilitator and Evaluator Debriefing

– Evaluator reports
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Exercise Documents

• Situation Manual (SitMan)

• Evaluation Plan Facilitator Handbook

• After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)
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Exercise Staffing

• Select facilitators

• Select evaluators

• Select scribes

• Select support staff

–Security

– Registration support
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• Provide food and water

• Provide restrooms

• Determine funding
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• Identify and coordinate an exercise 

location

• Location requirements

– Secure

– Audiovisual capable

– Tables and chairs

– Adequate size

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• Exercise Conduct: [Date]

• Controller and Evaluator Briefing: [Date]

• After Action Conference: [Date]
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• Jurisdiction to provide emergency 

operations/business continuity plans to 

Exercise Planning Team

• Identify local workgroup facilitators

• Confirm logistical requirements (e.g., food) 

for exercise

• Revise and finalize SitMan 

• Identify subject matter expert facilitators 

• Develop EEGs 

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Biological Scenario Factors: 

Operations-Based Exercises 

1

These variables will assist the planning team in building an exercise scenario involving a 

biological agent. The following factors should be determined in sequential order when 

developing the scenario: 

1. Transmissibility. Planning team members should determine if the agent will be 

contagious (e.g., smallpox) or noncontagious (e.g., anthrax). 

2. Lethality. The lethality of the agent will help determine the number of casualties in the 

scenario. This determination should be based on the jurisdiction’s capabilities to respond 

to a mass casualty situation. Planners should be careful not to overwhelm participants 

during the exercise. 

3. Effects. The selection of the agent should also be based on its effects or symptomology. 

4. Venue. The selection of the venue should depend on the agent identified. The extent of 

the scenario will be affected by the type of venue and its location. To ensure that 

participants are not overwhelmed, if a contagious agent is selected, consider placing the 

source of contamination in an area that does not attract a lot of people. 
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Operations-Based Exercises 

1

These variables will assist the planning team in building an exercise scenario that involves a 

chemical agent. The following factors should be determined in sequential order when developing 

the scenario: 

1. Persistent or Nonpersistent Agent. Persistent agents tend to remain in the environment 

where they were released for an extended period of time. Agents classified as 

nonpersistent lose effectiveness after only a few minutes or hours (depending on 

subsequently listed factors). An example of a persistent agent is lewisite; an example of a 

nonpersistent agent is sarin. The agent selected for an exercise may be based on the venue 

identified and the capabilities of the jurisdiction to respond to the agent’s characteristics 

(e.g., lethality, symptomology). 

2. Open Air or Enclosed Venue. An open-air venue is outside (e.g., a stadium or park). An 

enclosed venue has limited space (e.g., an arena or exhibit hall). When selecting the agent 

involved in the exercise scenario, the type of venue should be considered. For example, if 

the agent selected is nonpersistent, the venue should not be open air due to the agent’s 

dissipating characteristics. 

3. Single or Multiple and/or Secondary Device(s). This is the number of devices involved 

in the scenario. The planning team will need to determine the method of dissemination 

for the agent, type of devices (explosive or nonexplosive), and number of devices that 

will initiate the event. Consideration should also be given to including a secondary device 

that would target first responders in the scenario. 

4. No Notice or Credible Threat Warning. The planning team should determine if there 

will be a warning phase during the exercise that presents participants with credible threat 

information that the potential for an attack is heightened (e.g., homeland security 

advisory system, intelligence gathering) or if the attack occurs without any such warning. 

5. Casualties. Based on the lethality of the agent, the type of venue (or simulated location), 

and the number of devices, the planning team should determine approximately how many 

casualties should be affected in the exercise scenario. This number should also be based 

on the jurisdiction’s capabilities to respond to a mass casualty situation. Planners should 

be careful not to overwhelm participants during the exercise. 

Agent Venue Devices Warning Casualties 

Nonpersistent Open air Single No notice +500 

 Multiple Credible threat <1,000 

Persistent Enclosed Secondary <5,000 

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Appendix [X]: Agent/Hazard Summary 1 [Jurisdiction]

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This document is a template format for an agent or hazard summary appendix. Specific 

information and summaries for numerous agents and hazards can be found in the Reference 

section of HSEEP Volume IV: Sample Exercise Documents and Formats and can be inserted into 

this document format.

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Appendix [X]: Jurisdiction Factsheet 1 [Jurisdiction]

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Note: This document is a template format for a factsheet for the exercising jurisdiction. Specific 

information regarding the jurisdiction should be input into this format and attached as an 

appendix to the appropriate exercise documents if the exercise planners determine this 

information to be pertinent to the conduct of the exercise.

[City, Town, County], [State]

[Insert pertinent general information of the area/location]

Population

[Insert population information/statistics]

Climate Averages

[Insert area weather/climate information] 

Government

[Insert area government information]

Contact Information

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Figure A.1 [Map Title]

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Figure A.2 [Map Title]

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This document provides descriptions for many of the commonly-used terms of the Homeland 

Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP). 

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z 

A 

Term Description 

Actionable-cause 

analysis 

Actionable-cause analysis occurs during the exercise data analysis stage. It is 

the source for an identified issue and action toward which an improvement is 

directed. 

actor An actor is a person who portrays victims in an exercise and is usually 

moulaged and given a symptomatology card to create realistic conditions for 

players. Actors are typically volunteer personnel and are used to simulate a 

specific role in an exercise. Actors are vital to the creation of a realistic 

scenario and can play a variety of roles. For example, actors can simulate 

victims of a disaster, civilians receiving prophylaxis, or friends and family of 

victims. 

actor briefing An actor briefing is generally conducted the morning of the exercise and 

provides actors with an overview of the exercise (e.g., schedule, safety 

information, actual emergency instructions, roles and responsibilities, acting 

instructions). Identification badges and/or symptomatology cards should be 

distributed before or during this briefing. If moulage is to be applied to actors, it 

should be completed before the briefing. Actor instructions or identification 

tags tell volunteers about any special considerations for the exercise. 

Administration/ 

Finance Section 

The Administration/Finance Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides 

grant management and administrative support throughout exercise 

development. This group is also responsible for the registration process and 

coordinates schedules for the Exercise Planning Team, the lead exercise 

planner, participating agencies, and the host community or communities. 

After Action 

Conference 

(AAC) 

The AAC is a meeting held between the lead evaluator, members of the 

evaluation team, and senior officials from the participating agencies and 

jurisdictions to debrief the exercise. The AAC provides a forum for jurisdiction 

officials to hear the results of the analysis and validate the findings and 

recommendations presented in the draft After Action Report (AAR). The initial 

Improvement Plan (IP) should also be developed at the AAC. 

After Action Report 

(AAR) 

The AAR presents observations and recommendations based on the data 

collection and analysis completed by the evaluation team. The lead evaluator 

and Exercise Planning Team draft the AAR and submit it to conference 

participants before the After Action Conference (AAC). The draft AAR is 

completed and distributed to conference participants for review no more than 

30 days after exercise conduct. 
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After Action Report 

(AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP) 

The main product of the Evaluation and Improvement Planning process is the 

AAR/IP. The final AAR/IP is an outcome of the After Action Conference (AAC) 

and should be disseminated to participants no more than 60 days after 

exercise conduct. A list of corrective actions should be generated identifying 

what will be done to address the recommendations, the responsible agency or 

person, and the timeframe for implementation. Even though the AAR and IP 

are developed through different processes and perform distinct functions, the 

final AAR and IP should always be printed and distributed jointly as a single 

AAR/IP following an exercise. 

agent factsheet The agent factsheet contains specific information regarding the scenario agent 

or radiological source used in an exercise (e.g., anthrax, smallpox, cesium). 

Factsheets might include properties, symptoms, effects, lethality, 

transmissibility, decontamination, or prophylaxis methods. (Note: In a 

radiological scenario, an agent is called a “source.”) 

analysis Levels of analysis regarding exercises include: 

 Integrated timeline analysis 

 Capability-level analysis 

 Exercise data analysis 

 Root-cause analysis 

 Task-level analysis 

 Task-level performance analysis 

 Mission-level performance analysis 

Descriptions of the types of analysis can be found in the glossary under the 

appropriate first letter. 

analytical red 

teaming 

In prevention exercises, analytical red teaming is a discussion-based 

technique used to employ an adversary’s perspective to advance security by 

providing an alternative view of threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures. 

assembly area The assembly area is the gathering place for deployable resources (e.g., fire 

engines and police vehicles) before the start of an operations-based exercise. 

The assembly area simulates each department or agency’s home station or 

office. The assembly area provides a safer and more controlled environment 

than deploying apparatus from each agency’s home station. To realistically 

simulate the response from the agency’s home station or office, response 

times should be collected for each unit so that they can be appropriately 

released from the assembly area after they have been dispatched. The 

assembly area should not be confused with the staging area established by 

Incident Command during exercise play. 

assembly area 

controller 

The assembly area controller is responsible for the logistical organization of 

the assembly area, including placement locations for units and coordination of 

exit patterns for dispatched units. 

attack tree The attack tree is a tool used during prevention exercises that provides the 

Exercise Planning Team with a visual representation of the anticipated and 

potential paths an adversary can take to execute an attack. It is useful for both 

planning and evaluating exercises. 
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Term Description 

base of support Base of support is a concept of support or approval from the appropriate 

senior officials and/or private-sector executive level for the conduct of an 

exercise or execution of an exercise program. Establishing this base of 

support indicates that an exercise’s purpose and objectives are concurrent 

with strategic and organizational goals and objectives. 

best practices Best practices are peer-validated techniques, procedures, and solutions that 

prove successful and are solidly grounded in actual experience in operations, 

training, and exercises. After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plans (IPs) 

should identify lessons learned and highlight best practices. Many of these 

can be found on www.llis.gov, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS) portal for lessons learned and best practices. 

Blue Team In prevention exercises, the Blue Team consists of briefed players and other 

organizations and agencies participating in a prevention-focused exercise 

that are not part of the Red Team. (See also: friendly force.) 

building-block 

approach 

The building-block approach focuses on exposing participants to a cycle of 

training and exercises that escalates in complexity, with each exercise 

designed to build on the last in terms of scale and subject matter. For 

example, a building-block series of exercises may include a seminar, which 

leads to a tabletop exercise (TTX), which leads to a full-scale exercise (FSE). 
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Term Description 

capabilities-based 

planning 

Capabilities-based planning is defined as planning, under uncertainty, to build 

capabilities suitable for a wide range of threats and hazards while working 

within an economic framework that necessitates prioritization and choice. It 

addresses uncertainty by analyzing a wide range of realistic scenarios to 

identify required capabilities, and it is the basis for guidance such as the 

National Preparedness Guidelines, Target Capabilities List (TCL), and 

Universal Task List (UTL). 

capability A capability may be delivered with any combination of properly planned, 

organized, equipped, trained, and exercised personnel who achieve the 

intended outcome. Descriptions of these combinations can be found in the 

Target Capabilities List (TCL) for each capability. This combination of 

resources provides the means to accomplish one or more tasks under 

specific conditions and meet specific performance standards. 

capability-level 

analysis 

Capability-level analysis assesses whether the participants, as a whole, 

achieved the expected capability outcomes. 

Chemical Stockpile 

Emergency 

Preparedness 

Program (CSEPP) 

The CSEPP was developed to safeguard against increased hazards 

associated with critical infrastructure and hazardous materials. It contributed 

to the development of the HSEEP evaluation methodology. 

Command Staff The Command Staff section of the Exercise Planning Team is responsible for 

coordinating all exercise planning activities. Within this group is the lead 

exercise planner, who assigns exercise activities and responsibilities, 

provides guidance, establishes timelines, and monitors the development 

process. The safety controller and liaison coordinator report directly to the 

lead exercise planner. 

Concept and 

Objectives (C&O) 

Meeting 

The C&O Meeting is the formal beginning of the exercise planning process. It 

is held to obtain consensus on the already-identified type, scope, capabilities, 

objectives, and purpose of the exercise. For less complex exercises and for 

jurisdictions or organizations with limited resources, the C&O Meeting can be 

conducted in conjunction with the Initial Planning Conference (IPC). 

However, when exercise scope dictates, the C&O Meeting is held first. 

Representatives from the sponsoring agency or organization, the lead 

exercise planner, and senior officials typically attend the C&O Meeting to 

identify an overall exercise goal, develop rough drafts of exercise capabilities 

and objectives, and identify Exercise Planning Team members. 

contextual inject A controller introduces a contextual inject to a player to help build the 

exercise operating environment. For example, if the exercise is designed to 

test information-sharing capabilities, a Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) 

inject can be developed to direct a controller to select an actor to portray a 

suspect. The inject could then instruct the controller to prompt another actor 

to approach a law enforcement officer and inform him or her that this person 

was behaving suspiciously. 
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contingency inject A controller verbally introduces a contingency inject to a player if players are 

not performing the actions needed to sustain exercise play. This ensures that 

play moves forward as needed to adequately test performance of activities. 

For example, if a simulated secondary device is placed at an incident scene 

during a terrorism response exercise, but is not discovered, a controller may 

want to prompt an actor to approach a player to say that he or she witnessed 

suspicious activity close to the device’s location. This should prompt the 

discovery of the device by the responder and result in subsequent execution 

of the desired notification procedures. 

Control Staff 

Instructions (COSIN) 

The COSIN, typically only used in larger, more complex exercises (e.g., 

national level exercises [NLEs]), contain guidance that controllers may need 

concerning procedures and responsibilities for exercise control, simulation, 

and support. The COSIN are designed to help exercise controllers 

understand their roles and responsibilities in exercise execution to conduct 

an effective exercise. For most exercises, however, the COSIN can be 

combined with an Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan) to produce a Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Briefing 

The C/E Briefing is a preexercise overview for controllers, evaluators, and the 

exercise administrative staff. The briefing summarizes the C/E Handbook (or 

the Control Staff Instructions [COSIN] and Evaluation Plan [EvalPlan]) and 

focuses on explaining the roles and responsibilities of controllers and 

evaluators. This is the time where any changes in the exercise are addressed 

and final questions are answered. It is generally 1 to 2 hours in length and is 

conducted the day before an operations-based exercise. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Debriefing 

The C/E Debriefing provides each controller and evaluator with an 

opportunity to provide an overview of the functional area they observed and 

to discuss both strengths and areas for improvement. The lead evaluator 

should assign one or more members of the evaluation team to take detailed 

notes of the C/E Debriefing discussion. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Handbook 

The C/E Handbook is an exercise overview and instructional manual for 

controllers and evaluators. A supplement to the Exercise Plan (ExPlan), it 

contains more detailed information about the scenario and describes 

controller and evaluator roles and responsibilities. Because the C/E 

Handbook contains information on the scenario and exercise administration, 

it should be distributed only to individuals specifically designated as 

controllers or evaluators. Larger, more complex exercises may use a 

separate Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan) and Control Staff Instructions (COSIN) 

in place of the C/E Handbook. 
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controllers In an operations-based exercise, controllers plan and manage exercise play, 

set up and operate the exercise incident site, and may take the roles of 

individuals and agencies not actually participating in the exercise (i.e., in the 

Simulation Cell [SimCell]). Controllers direct the pace of exercise play and 

routinely include members from the Exercise Planning Team, provide key 

data to players, and may prompt or initiate certain player actions and injects 

to the players as described in the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) to 

ensure exercise continuity. 

Individual controllers issue exercise materials to players as required, monitor 

the exercise timeline, and monitor the safety of all exercise participants. 

Controllers are the only participants who should provide information or 

direction to players. The control team may include subject matter experts. All 

controllers should be accountable to one senior controller. If conducting an 

exercise requires more controllers or evaluators than are available, a 

controller may serve as an evaluator; however, this is typically discouraged. 

corrective action Corrective actions are the concrete, actionable steps outlined in an 

Improvement Plan (IP) that are intended to resolve preparedness gaps and 

shortcomings experienced in exercises or real-world events. 

Corrective Action 

Program (CAP) 

Under HSEEP, each department and agency must maintain a system for 

identifying issues to be remedied, make assignments to resolve the issues, 

and track progress on issue resolution. A CAP continuously prioritizes, 

tracks, and analyzes observations and recommendations recorded in the 

After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) as a result of exercises and 

real-world events and develops and resolves resulting corrective actions. A 

CAP ensures that IPs are living documents, continually monitored and 

implemented, and part of the larger cycle of improving preparedness. 

Corrective Action 

Program (CAP) 

System 

The CAP System is part of the HSEEP Toolkit. It is a Web-based application 

that enables Federal, State, and local officials to identify, prioritize, track, and 

analyze the recommendations and Improvement Plans (IPs) developed from 

exercises and real-world events. Features of the CAP System include IP 

creation and maintenance, corrective action assignment and tracking, and 

reporting and analysis. The CAP System is the technological backbone for 

the improvement planning process described in HSEEP Volume III: Exercise 

Evaluation and Improvement Planning. 

critical path This exercise planning and evaluation tool is the map of both the expected 

and actual Blue Team and Red Team moves and countermoves throughout 

the course of a prevention exercise. 

critical task Critical tasks are defined as those prevention, protection, response, and 

recovery tasks that require coordination among an appropriate combination 

of Federal, State, tribal, local, private-sector, and nongovernmental entities 

during a major incident to minimize the impact on lives, property, and the 

economy. Participants must perform critical tasks to prevent occurrence of a 

major incident, respond and reduce loss of life or serious injuries, or mitigate 

significant property damage, all of which are essential to the success of a 

homeland security mission. 

cross-functional 

analysis 

This type of analysis identifies areas for improvement by comparing the 

observations from different locations and functions. 
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cycle, mix, and range 

of exercises 

This cycle of exercise activity uses increasing degrees of complexity. (See 

“building-block approach” for more information.) 
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debrief A debrief is a forum for planners, facilitators, controllers, and evaluators to 

review and provide feedback after the exercise is held. It should be a 

facilitated discussion that allows each person an opportunity to provide an 

overview of the functional area they observed and document both strengths 

and areas for improvement. Debriefs should be facilitated by the Exercise 

Planning Team leader or the exercise program manager; results should be 

captured for inclusion in the After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan 

(IP). Other debriefs may be held as necessary, such as one specifically for 

hospitals or actors during an operations-based exercise. A debrief is different 

from a Hot Wash, in that a Hot Wash is intended to capture feedback from 

players. 

deconfliction Deconfliction is the comparison of schedules to resolve scheduling conflicts. 

In HSEEP, this is a critical element of the National Exercise Schedule 

(NEXS) and is facilitated by the NEXS System in the HSEEP Toolkit. 

design and 

development 

Building on the exercise foundation, the design and development process 

should consist of identifying capabilities, tasks, and objectives; designing the 

scenario; creating documentation; coordinating logistics; planning exercise 

conduct; and selecting an evaluation and improvement methodology. 

Design and 

Development System 

(DDS) 

The DDS is part of the HSEEP Toolkit. It is a project management tool and 

comprehensive tutorial for the design, development, conduct, and evaluation 

of exercises. The DDS provides users with the appropriate templates and 

guidance for developing timelines, planning teams, and exercise 

documentation (e.g., Situation Manuals [SitMans], Exercise Plans [ExPlans]). 

discussion-based 

exercise 

Discussion-based exercises are normally used as a starting point in the 

building-block approach to the cycle, mix, and range of exercises. 

Discussion-based exercises include seminars, workshops, tabletop exercises 

(TTXs), and games. These types of exercises typically highlight existing 

plans, policies, mutual aid agreements (MAAs), and procedures and are 

exceptional tools to familiarize agencies and personnel with current or 

expected jurisdictional capabilities. Discussion-based exercises typically 

focus on strategic, policy-oriented issues, whereas operations-based 

exercises tend to focus more on tactical, response-related issues. Facilitators 

and/or presenters usually lead the discussion and keep participants on track 

to meet exercise objectives. 

drill A drill, a type of operations-based exercise, is a coordinated, supervised 

activity usually used to test a single specific operation or function in a single 

agency. Drills are commonly used to provide training on new equipment, 

develop or test new policies or procedures, or practice and maintain current 

skills. 
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Emergency 

Operations Center 

(EOC) 

An EOC is a central command and control facility responsible for carrying out 

the principles of emergency preparedness and emergency management or 

disaster management functions at a strategic level in an emergency situation 

and ensuring the continuity of operations (COOP) of a company, political 

subdivision, or other organization. It is responsible for the strategic overview 

of the disaster and does not normally directly control field assets, instead 

making operational decisions and leaving tactical decisions to lower 

commands. EOCs collect, gather, and analyze data; make decisions that 

protect life and property; maintain continuity of the organization within the 

scope of applicable laws; and disseminate those decisions to all concerned 

agencies and individuals. 

evaluation One of the five phases of the exercise process, evaluation is the cornerstone 

of exercises; it documents strengths and opportunities for improvement in a 

jurisdiction’s preparedness and is the first step in the improvement process. 

Under HSEEP, evaluations are conducted through player observation and 

the use of Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs), which outline exercise 

performance measures expected from participants. 

Evaluation Plan 

(EvalPlan) 

The EvalPlan is typically used for operations-based exercises of a large 

scope and scale. This document provides specific guidance to exercise 

evaluators, including an exercise synopsis. It is published and distributed 

before the start of the exercise. The EvalPlan assists exercise evaluators to 

understand their roles and responsibilities in data collection and evaluation to 

conduct an effective analysis of the exercise. For most exercises, however, 

the EvalPlan can be combined with Control Staff Instructions (COSIN) to 

produce a Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. 

evaluation team The evaluation team consists of evaluators trained to observe and record 

participant actions. These individuals should be familiar with the exercising 

jurisdiction’s plans, policies, procedures, and agreements. 

evaluator Evaluators, selected from participating agencies, are chosen based on their 

expertise in the functional areas they will observe. Evaluators use Exercise 

Evaluation Guides (EEGs) to measure and assess performance, capture 

unresolved issues, and analyze exercise results. Evaluators assess and 

document participants’ performance against established emergency plans 

and exercise evaluation criteria, in accordance with HSEEP standards. 

Evaluators have a passive role in the exercise and only note the actions and 

decisions of players without interfering with exercise flow. 

event Within the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), an event is an expected 

action that is anticipated to take place during an exercise. 

exercise An exercise is an instrument to train for, assess, practice, and improve 

performance in prevention, protection, response, and recovery capabilities in 

a risk-free environment. Exercises can be used for testing and validating 

policies, plans, procedures, training, equipment, and interagency 

agreements; clarifying and training personnel in roles and responsibilities; 

improving interagency coordination and communications; identifying gaps in 

resources; improving individual performance; and identifying opportunities for 

improvement. 
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Exercise 

Administrative 

Authority (EAA) 

An EAA is a role in the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System. EAAs 

have authority over exercises, organizations, and users within their area of 

responsibility or scheduling domain. EAAs can create and modify exercises, 

organizations, and schedulers in the NEXS System. EAAs have visibility into 

any exercises that have been submitted or approved on the calendar within 

the purview of their scheduling domain. An EAA is the only one who can 

approve an exercise for inclusion on the NEXS calendar. 

exercise data 

analysis 

Exercise data analysis is consolidated and transformed into narratives that 

address the course of exercise play, demonstrated strengths, areas for 

improvement, and performance ratings appropriate for inclusion in the After 

Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP). Because operations-based 

exercises yield greater amounts of data, operations-based exercises require 

more thorough and involved data analysis than do discussion-based 

exercises. 

exercise director The exercise director oversees all exercise functions during exercise 

conduct, oversees and remains in contact with controllers and evaluators, 

debriefs controllers and evaluators following the exercise, and oversees 

setup and cleanup of exercise and positioning of controllers and evaluators. 

Exercise Evaluation 

Guide (EEG) 

EEGs are documents that support the exercise evaluation process by 

providing evaluators with consistent standards for observation, analysis, and 

After Action Report (AAR) development. Each EEG is linked to a target 

capability and provides standard activities, performance measures, and tasks 

to be evaluated based on the exercise objectives. An EEG contains a 

capability narrative section in which evaluators provide a general 

chronological narrative of exercise events associated with the capability as 

well as an evaluator observations section in which evaluators provide specific 

strengths and areas of improvement linked to the capability. 

The consistent guidelines provided in EEGs facilitate creation of 

AAR/Improvement Plans (IPs) and result in actionable IPs that target specific 

personnel, planning, organization, equipment, and training needs within 

capabilities. 

Exercise Plan 

(ExPlan) 

ExPlans are general information documents that help operations-based 

exercises run smoothly. They are published and distributed before the start of 

an exercise and provide a synopsis of the exercise. In addition to addressing 

the exercise objectives and scope, ExPlans assign activities and 

responsibilities for exercise execution. They enable participants to 

understand their roles and responsibilities in exercise planning, execution, 

and evaluation. The ExPlan is intended for use by exercise players and 

observers, and it does not contain detailed scenario information that may 

reduce the realism of the tasks to be performed. Players and observers 

should review all elements of the ExPlan before exercise participation. 
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Exercise Planning 

Team 

The Exercise Planning Team is responsible for all aspects of an exercise, 

including exercise planning, conduct, and evaluation. The Exercise Planning 

Team determines exercise capabilities, tasks, and objectives; tailors the 

scenario to jurisdictional needs; and develops documents used in exercise 

simulation, control, and evaluation. The Exercise Planning Team should be 

comprised of representatives from each major participating jurisdiction and 

agency but should be kept to a manageable size. Membership can be 

modified to fit the type or scope of an exercise. It may be advantageous to 

include team members with previous exercise planning experience. Exercise 

Planning Team members are ideal for controller and evaluator positions 

during the exercise because advanced scenario knowledge renders them 

ineligible to participate as players. A lead exercise planner manages the 

Exercise Planning Team, which can be structured using the principles of the 

Incident Command System (ICS) into the following sections: 

 Administration/Finance 

 Command Staff 

 Logistics 

 Operations 

 Planning 

exercise planning 

timeline 

The exercise planning timeline ensures that milestones are met to conduct 

exercises on schedule. 

exercise play area The exercise play area is the site or facility where the bulk of tactical player 

activities and tasks are demonstrated during an operations-based exercise. 

exercise play rules Exercise play rules are the parameters that exercise participants follow 

during the exercise. Exercise play rules describe appropriate exercise 

behavior, particularly in the case of real-world emergencies. 

exercise program 

management 

Exercise program management consists of the functions required for a 

jurisdiction or entity to sustain a variety of exercises targeted toward 

preparedness priorities. Program management functions cyclically, and this 

cycle includes exercises at increasing levels of complexity and annual 

reviews of program objectives to ensure objectives are being met. It includes 

project management, budgeting, grant management, staff hiring, funding 

allocation, and expenditure tracking. 

exercise program 

manager 

The exercise program manager develops a self-sustaining exercise program 

through program budget management oversight, exercise conduct, and 

improvement tracking monitoring and reporting. 

exercise series This cycle includes exercises held at increasing levels of complexity and 

annual reviews of program objectives to ensure objectives are met. Multiple 

exercises are designed in sequence using the building-block approach, 

aimed at achieving a greater capability (e.g., a seminar leads to a tabletop 

exercise [TTX], which leads to a functional exercise [FE]). 

exercise setup Exercise setup involves prestaging and dispersal of exercise materials. It 

includes registration materials, documentation, signage, and other 

equipment, as appropriate. 
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expected action 

event 

An expected action event serves as a holding place in the Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) and notifies controllers of when an expected action 

should occur. 
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facilitated discussion A facilitated discussion is the focused discussion of specific issues through a 

facilitator with functional area or subject matter expertise. Facilitated group 

discussions occur at individual tables organized by discipline or 

agency/organization. Facilitated discussions take place before moderated 

discussions. 

facilitator During a discussion-based exercise, the facilitator is responsible for keeping 

participant discussions on track with the exercise design objectives and 

making sure all issues and objectives are explored as thoroughly as possible 

within time constraints. 

Final Planning 

Conference (FPC) 

The FPC is the final forum for the Exercise Planning Team to review the 

process and procedures for exercise conduct, final drafts of exercise 

materials, and logistical requirements. There should be no major changes 

made to the exercise’s design, scope, or supporting documentation at the 

FPC. The FPC ensures all logistical requirements have been arranged, all 

outstanding issues have been identified and resolved, and all exercise 

products are ready for printing. 

For Official Use Only 

(FOUO) 

FOUO is the term used within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS) to identify unclassified information of a sensitive nature, not otherwise 

categorized by statute or regulation, the unauthorized disclosure of which 

could adversely affect a person's privacy or welfare or conduct of Federal 

programs or other programs or operations essential to the national interest. 

Information affecting the national security of the United States and classified 

Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret under Executive Order 12958, “Classified 

National Security Information,” as amended, or its predecessor or successor 

orders, is not to be considered FOUO. 

foundation Foundation is the first stage in the exercise process, preceding the Design 

and Development stage. The Foundation stage focuses on developing a 

project management timeline, establishing milestones, identifying an Exercise 

Planning Team, and scheduling planning conferences. 

friendly force In prevention exercises, all State and local law enforcement and other nonRed-Team-designated organizations and agencies (e.g., security forces) are 

considered friendly forces or Blue Team. 

full-scale exercise 

(FSE) 

An FSE is a multiagency, multijurisdictional activity involving actual 

deployment of resources in a coordinated response as if a real incident had 

occurred. An FSE tests many components of one or more capabilities within 

emergency response and recovery and is typically used to assess plans and 

procedures and a coordinated response under crisis conditions. 

Characteristics of an FSE include mobilized units, personnel, and equipment; 

a realistic, stressful environment; and scripted exercise scenarios. 

functional exercise 

(FE) 

An FE is a single or multiagency activity designed to evaluate capabilities and 

multiple functions using a simulated response. An FE is typically used to 

evaluate the management of Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), 

command posts, and headquarters and to assess the adequacy of response 

plans and resources. Characteristics of an FE include simulated deployment 

of resources and personnel, rapid problem solving, and a highly stressful 

environment. 
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game A game is a simulation of operations using rules, data, and procedures 

designed to depict an actual or assumed real-life situation. A game is 

typically used to explore the processes and consequences of 

decisionmaking, conduct “what if” analyses of existing plans, and develop 

new plans. A game often involves two or more teams in a competitive 

environment and increasingly includes models and simulations. Games do 

not involve the use of actual resources. Games are discussion-based 

exercises. 

ground truth Ground truth is a component of prevention exercise documentation 

comprised of the detailed elements of the scenario that must remain 

consistent during exercise development and be conducted to ensure that 

realism is maintained and objectives are met in the unscripted move–

countermove exercise environment. 

ground truth advisor In prevention exercises, the ground truth advisor tracks how the moves and 

countermoves of the adversary (notional and Red Team) and players (e.g., 

law enforcement, intelligence analysts, private industry) change the fabric of 

the exercise environment, potentially creating additional elements of the 

ground truth but never detracting from it. 
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Homeland Security 

Council (HSC) 

The HSC is a White House entity that ensures coordination of all homeland 

security-related activities among executive departments and agencies and 

promotes effective development and implementation of all homeland security 

policies. 

Homeland Security 

Exercise and 

Evaluation Program 

(HSEEP) 

HSEEP is a capabilities- and performance-based exercise program that 

provides standardized policy, doctrine, and terminology for the design, 

development, conduct, and evaluation of homeland security exercises. 

HSEEP also provides tools and resources to facilitate management of selfsustaining homeland security exercise programs. 

Homeland Security 

Presidential Directive 

5 (HSPD-5) 

HSPD-5, an executive branch-issued policy, required the U.S. Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) to coordinate with other Federal departments and 

agencies—as well as State, local, and tribal governments—to establish the 

National Response Framework (NRF) and National Incident Management 

System (NIMS). 

Homeland Security 

Presidential Directive 

8 (HSPD-8) 

HSPD-8, an executive branch-issued policy, was drafted to strengthen the 

preparedness of the United States to prevent and respond to threatened or 

actual domestic terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies by 

requiring a national domestic all-hazards preparedness goal; establishing 

mechanisms for improved delivery of Federal preparedness assistance to 

State and local governments; and outlining actions to improve the capabilities 

of Federal, State, and local entities. 

Hot Wash A Hot Wash is a facilitated discussion held immediately after an exercise 

among exercise players from each functional area. It captures feedback 

about any issues, concerns, or proposed improvements players may have 

about the exercise. The Hot Wash is an opportunity for players to voice their 

opinions on the exercise and their own performance. This facilitated meeting 

allows players to participate in a self-assessment of exercise play and 

provides a general assessment of how the jurisdiction performed. At this 

time, evaluators can seek clarification on certain actions and what prompted 

players to take them. Evaluators should take notes during the Hot Wash and 

include these observations in their analysis. The Hot Wash should last no 

more than 30 minutes. 

HSEEP Toolkit The HSEEP Toolkit is an interactive, online tool for exercise scheduling, 

design, development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning. The 

HSEEP Toolkit can be accessed from the HSEEP Web site and includes the 

following subcomponent systems: 

 National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System 

 Design and Development System (DDS) 

 Corrective Action Program (CAP) System 
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Improvement Plan 

(IP) 

The IP identifies specific corrective actions, assigns them to responsible 

parties, and establishes target dates for their completion. For each task, the 

IP lists corrective actions that will be taken, responsible party or agency, and 

expected completion date. The IP is included at the end of the After Action 

Report (AAR). 

Improvement Plan 

(IP) matrix 

The IP matrix lists, for each task, improvement actions that will be taken, 

responsible party or agency, and expected completion date. 

Improvement 

Planning Workshop 

(IPW) 

The annual IPW provides an opportunity to determine the areas for 

improvement and target capabilities on which the Region should focus. 

These areas for improvement and target capabilities constitute the foundation 

for ongoing development and evolution of the Multiyear Training and Exercise 

Plan (TEP), which is revised annually at the Training and Exercise Planning 

Workshop (TEPW). 

information sharing 

environment analysis 

(ISEA) 

Before a prevention exercise, jurisdictions can use this process to identify, 

describe, and depict their State or local information-sharing environment as it 

pertains to standard operating procedures, policies, and systems. 

Initial Planning 

Conference (IPC) 

The IPC is typically the first step in the planning process and lays the 

foundation for the exercise (unless a Concept and Objectives [C&O] Meeting 

is held). Its purpose is to gather input from the Exercise Planning Team on 

the scope, design requirements, conditions (e.g., assumptions and 

artificialities), objectives, level of participation, scenario variables (e.g., 

location, threat/hazard selection), and Master Scenario Events List (MSEL). 

During the IPC, the Exercise Planning Team decides on exercise location, 

schedule, duration, and other details required to develop exercise 

documentation. Exercise Planning Team members should be assigned 

responsibility for the tasks outlined in the conference. 

inject Injects are Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) events that prompt players to 

implement the plans, policies, and procedures that planners want the 

exercise to validate. Injects are MSEL entries that controllers must simulate, 

including directives, instructions, and decisions. Exercise controllers provide 

injects to exercise players to drive exercise play toward achievement of 

objectives. Injects can be written, oral, televised, and/or transmitted via any 

means (e.g., fax, phone, e-mail, voice, radio). Injects can be contextual or 

contingency. 

integrated timeline The integrated timeline provides a retrospective timeline of exercise events 

created during exercise analysis. 

integrated timeline 

analysis 

Integrated timeline analysis is the reconstruction of activities that occurred 

during the exercise. Participants use the timeline to identify discrepancies 

between what happened and what was supposed to happen and to develop 

recommendations that address those gaps. 

interagency and 

interjurisdictional 

exercises 

These exercises assess the capacity of multiple organizations and the 

effectiveness of interagency cooperation and interoperable communication. 
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Term Description 

lead evaluator The lead evaluator should participate fully as a member of the Exercise 

Planning Team and should be a senior-level individual familiar with 

prevention, protection, response, and/or recovery issues associated with the 

exercise; plans, policies, and procedures of the exercising 

jurisdiction/organization; Incident Command and decisionmaking processes 

of the exercising jurisdiction/organization; and interagency and/or 

interjurisdictional coordination issues relevant to the exercise. 

The lead evaluator must have the management skills needed to oversee a 

team of controllers and evaluators over an extended process, as well as the 

knowledge and analytical skills to undertake a thorough and accurate 

analysis of all capabilities being tested during an exercise. 

lead exercise planner The lead exercise planner oversees the Exercise Planning Team, develops 

the exercise project management timeline and the exercise project 

management assignment list, assigns exercise responsibilities, provides 

overall guidance, and monitors the development process. 

Lessons Learned 

Information Sharing 

(LLIS) 

Lessons learned are positive and negative knowledge and experience 

derived from observations and historical study of operations, training, and 

exercises. Exercise After Action Reports (AARs) should identify lessons 

learned and highlight best practices and should be submitted to the U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for inclusion in the lessons 

learned/best practices Web site, www.llis.gov, which serves as a national 

network for generating, validating, and disseminating lessons learned and 

best practices. 

Logistics Section The Logistics Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides the supplies, 

materials, facilities, and services that enable the exercise to function 

smoothly without outside interference or disruption. This group consists of 

two subsections: service and support. The service section provides 

transportation, barricades, signage, food and drinks, real-world medical 

capability, and exercise-site perimeter security. The support section provides 

communications, purchasing, general supplies, VIP and observer processing, 

and recruitment and management of actors. 
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Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) 

The MSEL is a chronological timeline of expected actions and scripted events 

to be injected into exercise play by controllers to generate or prompt player 

activity. It ensures necessary events happen so that all objectives are met. 

Larger, more complex exercises may also use a procedural flow, which 

differs from the MSEL in that it contains only expected player actions or 

events. The MSEL links simulation to action, enhances exercise experience 

for players, and reflects an incident or activity meant to prompt players to 

action. 

Each MSEL record contains a designated scenario time, event synopsis, 

name of the controller responsible for delivering the inject, and (if applicable) 

special delivery instructions, task and objective to be demonstrated, expected 

action, intended player, and note-taking section. 

Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) 

Conference 

The MSEL Conference may be held in preparation for more complex, 

operations-based exercises to review the scenario timeline and focus on 

MSEL development. A MSEL Conference can be held in conjunction with or 

separate from the Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) to review the 

scenario timeline for the exercise. 

media personnel Some media personnel may be present as observers, pending approval by 

exercise personnel and Exercise Support Team members. The Simulation 

Cell (SimCell) may simulate media interaction to enhance realism and meet 

related exercise objectives. A dedicated group of exercise controllers should 

be assigned to manage these groups. 

media policy The agency or organization sponsoring the exercise should decide whether 

or not to invite the media. If invited, the media should have an opportunity 

before the exercise to conduct interviews with key planners and participants. 

Unless media personnel are invited to participate in the exercise, media 

personnel should be escorted at all times. Media policies can prevent public 

confusion on the day of the exercise and assure the public that the 

community is working to prepare for real-world incidents. 

Midterm Planning 

Conference (MPC) 

The MPC is a planning conference for operations-based exercises. It is used 

to discuss exercise organization and staffing concepts; scenario and timeline 

development; and scheduling, logistics, and administrative requirements. It is 

also a session to review draft documentation (e.g., Exercise Plan [ExPlan], 

Controller and Evaluator [C/E] Handbook). 

mission There are four homeland security missions: (1) prevent, (2) protect against, 

(3) respond to, and (4) recover from acts of terrorism, natural disasters, and 

other emergencies. Within the missions are the target capabilities to be 

achieved and the tasks required to achieve them. 

mission-level 

performance analysis 

Mission-level performance analysis assesses the ability of the community as 

a whole (i.e., across disciplines and jurisdictions) to achieve the expected 

outcomes in responding to an incident. It considers the question “How 

prepared is the community to prevent, respond to, and recover from a 

terrorist attack or natural disaster?” 
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moderated 

discussion 

A moderated discussion is a facilitated, discussion-based forum where a 

representative from each functional area breakout presents to participants a 

summary and results from a group’s earlier facilitated discussion. During 

moderated discussions, spokespersons summarize the facilitated discussion, 

present key findings and issues, and discuss any unresolved issues or 

questions. At the end of the moderated discussion period, the floor is open 

for questions. 

moulage Moulage is the makeup applied to actors to add realism to an exercise. It 

includes fake blood, plastic bones, and any other makeup that enables actors 

to emulate the signs and symptoms on their symptomatology cards. Although 

not required, moulage is encouraged at all operations-based exercises. 

Common resources for moulage staff include local school drama clubs, 

military units, community theaters, the American Red Cross, and morticians. 

Multiyear Training 

and Exercise Plan 

(TEP) 

The Multiyear Training and Exercise Plan (TEP) is the foundation document 

guiding a successful exercise program. It provides a mechanism for longterm coordination of training and exercise activities toward a jurisdiction’s 

preparedness goals. This plan describes the program’s training and exercise 

priorities and aids in employing the building-block approach for training and 

exercise activities. Within the Multiyear TEP, the multiyear schedule 

graphically illustrates training and exercise activities that support the 

identified priorities. The schedule presents a multiyear outlook for task and 

priority achievement. As training and exercises are completed, the document 

can be annually updated, modified, and revised to reflect changes to the 

priorities and new capabilities that need to be assessed. The Multiyear TEP 

and schedule are produced through the work completed at the Training and 

Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW). After this information is synthesized, 

participants develop the plan and schedule for their State or jurisdiction. 
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National Exercise 

Program (NEP) 

The NEP serves as the principal mechanism for (1) examining the 

preparedness of the U.S. Government and its officers and other officials and 

(2) adopting policy changes that might improve such preparation. The NEP 

provides opportunities to periodically train and exercise, identify key policy 

issues, and refine key incident management. It enhances existing and 

develops new common exercise and evaluation doctrine and methodology. It 

establishes collaborative management processes, supporting systems, and 

multiyear scheduling to meet short- and long-term goals. The NEP also 

formalizes a system for collecting, reporting, analyzing, interpreting, and 

disseminating qualitative and quantitative exercise lessons and exemplary 

practices. 

National Exercise 

Schedule (NEXS) 

The NEXS is a compilation of all national, Federal, State, and local level 

exercises. The NEXS provides basic information on each planned exercise, 

including the exercise name, location, date, major participants, and points of 

contact. The NEXS also serves as a management tool and reference 

document for exercise planning and enables visibility of exercises to planners 

and leadership. The NEXS seeks to provide opportunities to synchronize and 

deconflict exercise initiatives. 

National Exercise 

Schedule (NEXS) 

System 

The NEXS System is the Nation's online comprehensive tool that facilitates 

scheduling, deconfliction, and synchronization of all national, Federal, State, 

and local level exercises. 

National Incident 

Management System 

(NIMS) 

The NIMS standard was designed to enhance the ability of the United States 

to manage domestic incidents by establishing a single, comprehensive 

system for incident management. It is a system mandated by Homeland 

Security Presidential Directive 5 (HSPD-5) that provides a consistent, 

nationwide approach for Federal, State, tribal, and local governments; the 

private sector; and nongovernmental organizations to work effectively and 

efficiently together to prepare for, respond to, and recover from domestic 

incidents, regardless of cause, size, or complexity. 

national level exercise 

(NLE) 

An NLE is the single annual operations-based National Exercise Program 

(NEP) Tier I exercise focused on White House-directed, U.S. Governmentwide strategy and policy-related issues that require participation of all 

appropriate department and agency principals (or their deputies); other key 

officials; and all necessary staffs, operations centers, and operational 

elements at the national, regional, and local levels. An NLE may be a 

functional exercise (FE), full-scale exercise (FSE), or a combination. 

NLEs examine the preparation of the U.S. Government and its officers and 

other officials to prevent, respond to, or recover from threatened or actual 

terrorist attacks. NLEs address U.S. Government strategic- and policy-level 

objectives and challenge the preparedness of the United States. An NLE can 

involve all levels of Federal, State, and local authorities and private-sector 

entities. The NEP will also integrate department and agency exercise 

planning activities into NLEs that support specified national priorities and 

objectives, as contained in presidential directives. NLEs test the 

implementation of existing policies and plans. The NLE may involve 

international partners and include classified elements. 
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National Planning 

Scenarios 

The 15 National Planning Scenarios require a wide range of prevention, 

protection, response, and recovery tasks to effectively manage the incidents 

described. They represent a range of potential incidents and were used to 

develop the Universal Task List (UTL) and Target Capability List (TCL). 

National Preparedness 

Guidelines 

The National Preparedness Guidelines were set to achieve and sustain 

capabilities that enable the Nation to successfully prevent terrorist attacks on 

the homeland and rapidly and effectively respond to and recover from any 

terrorist attack, major disaster, or other emergency to minimize the impact on 

lives, property, and the economy. National preparedness will be achieved by 

reaching risk-based target levels of capability and sustained by measuring 

readiness and directing resources to areas of greatest risk and need. 

National Strategy for 

Homeland Security 

The purpose of the National Strategy for Homeland Security is to mobilize 

and organize the homeland from terrorist attacks. This complex mission 

requires coordinated and focused effort from Federal, State, and local 

governments; the private sector; and the American people. The strategic 

objectives of homeland security are to prevent terrorist attacks within the 

United States, reduce America’s vulnerability to terrorism, and minimize the 

damage and recover from attacks that do occur. 

Nunn-Lugar-Domenici 

Domestic 

Preparedness 

Program (NLD DPP) 

The Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program (NLD DPP) 

initiative was designed to enhance the response capability of designated 

cities to respond to acts of terrorism involving weapons of mass destruction. 

Much of the HSEEP design and development methodology is derived from 

the NLD DPP. 
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objectives Exercise objectives must be established for every exercise. Well-defined 

objectives provide a framework for scenario development, guide individual 

organizations’ objective development, and inform exercise evaluation criteria. 

Jurisdictions should frame exercise objectives with the aim of attaining 

capabilities established as priorities at the Federal, State, and local levels as 

captured in the jurisdiction’s Multiyear TEP and schedule. Objectives should 

reflect specific capabilities that the exercising jurisdiction establishes as 

priorities and the tasks associated with those capabilities. Objectives should 

be simple, measurable, achievable, realistic, and task-oriented. Planners 

should limit the number of exercise objectives to enable timely execution and 

facilitate design of a realistic scenario. 

observer Observers are not exercise participants; rather, they observe selected 

segments of the exercise as it unfolds, while remaining separated from player 

activities. Observers view the exercise from a designated observation area 

and are asked to remain within the observation area during the exercise. A 

dedicated group of exercise controllers should be assigned to manage these 

groups. In a discussion-based exercise, observers may support development 

of player responses to the situation during the discussion by delivering 

messages or citing references. 

Observer Briefing An Observer Briefing is a preexercise overview given by one or more 

members of the Exercise Planning Team to educate observers about 

program background, scenario, schedule of events, observer limitations, and 

any other miscellaneous information. Many times, observers are unfamiliar 

with public safety procedures and have questions about the activities they 

see. Designating someone to answer questions, such as a response agency 

public information officer (PIO), will prevent observers from asking questions 

of participants, controllers, or evaluators. 

observer/media area The observer/media area is a designated exercise area that provides 

observers and media representatives with a view of exercise play without the 

potential to interfere. It should be adjacent to the exercise site but should not 

allow interference with response routes or egress points. Because many 

jurisdictions prefer to keep operations of groups such as special weapons 

and tactics (SWAT) teams, bomb squads, and explosive ordnance disposal 

teams confidential, these activities could take place some distance from the 

observer/media area. 

operations-based 

exercise 

Operations-based exercises are a category of exercises characterized by 

actual response, mobilization of apparatus and resources, and commitment 

of personnel, usually held over an extended period of time. They include 

drills, functional exercises, and full-scale exercises. Operations-based 

exercises can be used to validate plans, policies, agreements, and 

procedures. They are used to clarify roles and responsibilities, identify gaps 

in resources needed to implement plans and procedures, and improve 

individual and team performance. Note: These exercises often follow after 

and validate the lessons learned from discussion-based exercises. 
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Operations Section The Operations Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides most of the 

technical or functional expertise for the participating agencies or jurisdictions. 

This group develops scenarios, selects evaluation tools, and has personnel 

with the expertise necessary to serve as evaluators. 
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participant Participants are the overarching group that includes all players, controllers, 

evaluators, and staff members involved in conducting an exercise. 

Participant Feedback 

Form 

Participant Feedback Forms are used to obtain information on perceptions of 

the exercise and how well each participant thought his or her unit performed. 

This information can provide insight into why events happened the way they 

did or why some expected actions did not take place. Feedback forms are 

distributed before a Hot Wash and collected at the end, and the evaluation 

team reviews them to capture any useful information. Feedback forms also 

serve to solicit general feedback on exercise quality, which can be provided 

to the Exercise Planning Team to help implement improvements in future 

exercises because this contributes to several portions of the After Action 

Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP). 

performanceobjective-level 

analysis 

This type of analysis assesses whether the larger team adequately 

performed all tasks in accordance with approved plans, policies, procedures, 

and agreements. 

planning 

conferences 

Planning conferences are forums held by the Exercise Planning Team to 

design and develop the exercise. The scope, type, and complexity of an 

exercise should determine the number of conferences necessary to 

successfully conduct an exercise. These milestones of the exercise planning 

process are typically comprised of the Initial Planning Conference (IPC), the 

Midterm Planning Conference, and the Final Planning Conference (FPC). 

Potential additional exercise planning conferences include the Concept and 

Objectives (C&O) Meeting, the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) 

Conference, and the Red Team Planning Conference. Discussion-based 

exercises usually only convene IPCs and FPCs, whereas operations-based 

exercises may call for all the standard conferences. 

Planning Section The Planning Section of the Exercise Planning Team is responsible for 

compiling and developing all exercise documentation. To accomplish this 

effectively, the Planning Section also collects and reviews policies, plans, and 

procedures that will be tested in the exercise. During the exercise, the 

Planning Section may be responsible for developing simulated actions by 

agencies not participating in the exercise and setting up a Simulation Cell 

(SimCell), if necessary. 

player Players have an active role in preventing, responding to, or recovering from 

the risks and hazards presented in the exercise scenario. Players initiate 

actions that will respond to and/or mitigate the simulated emergency. In a 

discussion-based exercise, this is done by discussing their regular roles and 

responsibilities. In an operations-based exercise, this is done by performing 

their regular roles and responsibilities. 

Player Briefing A Player Briefing is held immediately before an operations-based exercise 

and addresses individual roles and responsibilities, exercise parameters, 

safety, badges, and any other logistical items. For a drill or full-scale exercise 

(FSE), Player Briefings typically occur in the assembly area. 
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preparedness The preparedness mission is the range of deliberate, critical tasks and 

activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the operational capability 

to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents. 

Preparedness is a continuous process involving efforts at all levels of 

government and between government, private-sector, and nongovernmental 

organizations to identify threats, determine vulnerabilities, and identify 

required resources. It is also the existence of plans, procedures, policies, 

training, and equipment necessary at the Federal, State, and local levels to 

maximize the ability to prevent, respond to, and recover from major incidents. 

The term "readiness” is used interchangeably with preparedness. 

press release A press release is developed and disseminated before an exercise and given 

to media representatives, the public, observers, and VIPs. Press releases 

typically include an introduction, purpose, scope, duration, general scenario, 

and participating agencies. 

prevention exercises Prevention exercises can be either discussion- or operations-based and may 

focus on issues that pertain to information and intelligence sharing, credible 

threats, surveillance, and/or opposing force or Red Team activity. 

prevention The prevention mission area encompasses activities that serve to detect and 

disrupt terrorist threats or actions against the United States and its interests. 

They are actions taken to avoid an incident or to intervene to stop an incident 

from occurring and involve actions taken to prevent the loss of lives and 

property. Prevention involves applying intelligence and other information to a 

range of activities that may include such countermeasures as deterrence 

operations; heightened inspections; improved surveillance and security 

operations; investigations to determine the full nature and source of the 

threat; public health and agricultural surveillance and testing processes; 

immunizations, isolation, or quarantine; and, as appropriate, specific law 

enforcement operations aimed at deterring, preempting, interdicting, or 

disrupting illegal activity and apprehending potential perpetrators and 

bringing them to justice. Prevention also includes activities undertaken by the 

first responder community during the early stages of an incident to reduce the 

likelihood or consequences of threatened or actual terrorist attacks. 

prevention exercises Prevention exercises can be either discussion- or operations-based and may 

focus on issues that pertain to information and intelligence sharing, credible 

threats, surveillance, and/or opposing force or Red Team activity. (See also 

Terrorism Prevention Exercise Program.) 
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principal level 

exercise (PLE) 

PLEs establish and clarify roles and responsibilities, strategy, and policy for 

U.S. Government activities. The National Exercise Program (NEP) includes 

four NEP Tier I discussion-based PLEs annually, requiring participation of all 

appropriate department and agency principals (or their deputies) who may be 

used to advance development of policy and plans. Of the four PLEs, one PLE 

serves as a preparatory event for the annual national level exercise (NLE). 

PLEs address emerging threats and issues requiring senior-level attention. 

To ensure the flexibility to address emerging needs, the topic for one of these 

PLEs is not decided until the year of its conduct. The U.S. Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) is responsible for PLE conduct in consultation with 

the Homeland Security Council and National Security Council staffs, with 

technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and 

appropriate assistance from all other departments and agencies. 

private-sector 

coordination 

This term refers to the inclusion of major community businesses and facilities 

into preparedness initiatives. 

procedural flow 

(ProFlow) 

The ProFlow is an exercise document that outlines a sequential flow of 

actions anticipated from participating organizations in response to a 

hypothetical situation. The ProFlow allows controllers and evaluators to track 

and monitor expected actions to ensure their completion at designated times. 

The ProFlow differs from the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) in that it 

contains only expected player actions such as establishing decontamination, 

triage, treatment, and transport. Typically, ProFlows are only produced for 

large-scale, complex exercises. 

project management Effective exercise project management ensures identification, development, 

and management of critical and supportive activities; frequent communication 

about project status; and use of management plans and timelines (e.g., 

project management timeline, scheduling software, Gantt charts). 

project management 

timeline 

The project management timeline is a tool that lists key dates and 

milestones—as well as critical exercise planning responsibilities—upon which 

the Exercise Planning Team agrees. 

props Props are nonfunctional replications of objects. The presence or discovery of 

props requires certain actions by exercise players. Examples of props include 

simulated bombs, bomb blast debris (shrapnel), mannequins or body parts, 

and foam bricks and beams. Simulants that mimic the effects of chemical or 

radiological hazards or that cause a positive reading of an actual detection 

device are also considered props. 

protection The protection mission area includes actions to reduce the vulnerability of 

critical infrastructure or key resources to deter, mitigate, or neutralize terrorist 

attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. Protection focuses on 

deterrence, mitigation, and response-oriented activities to prevent an attack 

from occurring, whereas prevention centers on the recognition of threats via 

information sharing and intelligence analysis. 
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public 

announcement 

A public announcement is given to the public before any operations-based 

exercise to alleviate confusion for passing motorists and pedestrians and 

help the public avoid congestion near the exercise site by providing 

suggestions for alternate routes. Announcements can be made on local 

television or radio, in local newspapers, through mass mailings or pamphlets, 

and/or on signs near the exercise site. 

purpose The purpose is a broad statement of the reason the exercise is being 

conducted. The purpose should explain what elements are to be assessed, 

evaluated, or measured. 
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Radiological 

Emergency 

Preparedness (REP) 

Program 

FEMA established the REP Program to ensure the public health and safety of 

citizens living around commercial nuclear power plants by protecting them in 

the event of a nuclear power station accident and informing and educating 

the public about radiological emergency preparedness. 

recommendation Recommendations, based on root-cause analysis, are listed in all After Action 

Report (AAR)/Improvement Plans (IPs). Recommendations are the 

identification of areas for improvement as noted during an exercise. 

recorder A recorder’s primary duty is to capture the activity of the exercise 

participants. He or she does not have an active role in exercise activities. 

recovery The recovery mission area is the development, coordination, and execution 

of service- and site-restoration plans for affected communities and the 

reconstitution of government operations and services through individual, 

private-sector, nongovernmental, and public assistance programs that 

identify needs and define resources; provide housing and promote 

restoration; address long-term care and treatment of affected persons; 

implement additional measures for community restoration; incorporate 

mitigation measures and techniques, as feasible; evaluate the incident to 

identify lessons learned; and develop initiatives to mitigate the effects of 

future incidents. 

Red Team The Red Team is a group of subject matter experts of various disciplinary 

backgrounds who provides an independent peer review of plans and 

processes, acts as the adversary’s advocate, and knowledgeably role plays 

the adversary using a controlled, realistic, interactive process during 

operations planning, training, and exercising. In prevention exercises, this 

group of operators adapts to player decisions and actions according to the 

prescribed adversary’s motivations and tactics, which provide players with 

instant feedback. 

Red Team Handbook The Red Team Handbook is used solely in operations-based prevention 

exercises that employ Red Teams. This document aids Red Team operators, 

safety controllers, and evaluators in the conduct of safe and valid Red Team 

exercise activity. It also provides essential information (not included in any 

other exercise documents) to Red Team operators, which enables them to 

understand their roles in exercise execution. 

Red Team operators Red Team operators portray the physical entity of the adversary in an 

operations-based prevention exercise. Also called the Opposition Force 

(OPFOR). 

Red Team Planning 

Conference 

The Red Team Planning Conference, conducted in preparation for a 

prevention exercise, is held to confirm safety redundancies, rules of exercise 

play, operational plans, and the exercise timeline. 

registration area The registration area is where participants sign in and receive exercise 

identification such as badges or hats. 
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response The response mission area focuses on activities that address the short-term, 

direct effects of an incident. Response includes immediate actions to save 

lives, protect property, and meet basic human needs. Response also 

includes execution of emergency operations procedures and incident 

mitigation activities designed to limit loss of life, personal injury, property 

damage, and other unfavorable outcomes. As indicated by the situation, 

response activities include applying intelligence and other information to 

lessen the effects or consequences of an incident; increasing security 

operations; continuing investigations into the nature and source of the threat; 

conducting ongoing public health and agricultural surveillance and testing 

processes; performing immunizations, isolation, or quarantine; conducting 

specific law enforcement operations aimed at preempting, interdicting, or 

disrupting illegal activity; and apprehending actual perpetrators and bringing 

them to justice. 

response and 

recovery exercises 

These exercises focus on response and recovery aspects of a simulated 

incident. 

response area The response area is a large space where operations occur (e.g., 

decontamination, triage, treatment). 

response route The response route is the path that responding emergency units follow from 

an assembly area to a simulated incident. 

risk-based scenario Risk-based scenarios are scenarios that accurately represent risks facing the 

exercising jurisdiction (including both natural and manmade threats). 

Exercises that use risk-based scenarios enable evaluation of the capabilities 

associated with countering that scenario. 

root-cause analysis Root-cause analysis of the integrated timeline focuses on identifying the most 

basic causal factor for why an expected action did not occur or was not 

performed as expected. 

rules of exercise play In prevention exercises, the rules of exercise play is a comprehensive list of 

rules that provides specific guidance for the behavior of all exercise 

participants. These rules define the boundaries for exercise play; establish 

limits on Red Team activity; ensure that useful information is gathered; and 

most importantly, ensure participant safety. 
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safety controller The safety controller is responsible for monitoring exercise safety during 

setup, conduct, and cleanup of the exercise. All exercise controllers assist 

the safety controller by reporting any safety concerns. The safety controller 

should not be confused with the safety officer, who is identified by the 

incident commander during exercise play. 

scenario A scenario provides the backdrop and storyline that drive an exercise. The 

first step in designing a scenario is determining the type of threat/hazard 

(e.g., chemical, explosive, cyber, natural disaster) to be used in an exercise. 

The hazards selected for an exercise should realistically stress the 

capabilities a jurisdiction is attempting to improve through its exercise 

programs. A hazard should also be a realistic representation of potential 

threats faced by the exercising jurisdiction. For discussion-based exercises, a 

scenario provides the backdrop that drives participant discussion. For 

operations-based exercises, the scenario should provide background 

information on the incident catalyst of the exercise. For prevention exercises, 

the scenario should include the ground truth. 

scheduler This is a role within the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System. The 

scheduler assists the Exercise Administrative Authority (EAA). The EAA will 

designate certain users as schedulers in their scheduling domain. Schedulers 

can recommend adding new schedulers to a domain, but they must be 

approved by the EAA. Schedulers can submit exercises for the EAA’s 

approval. Only schedulers and EAAs can submit exercises to the national 

calendar, and only EAAs can approve exercises. 

scope Scope is an indicator of the level of government or private-sector participation 

in exercise play, regardless of participant size. Scope levels include local, 

multilocal, regional (within a State), State, multistate, Federal, national, 

international, and private sector. 

seminar Seminars orient participants to authorities, strategies, plans, policies, 

procedures, protocols, resources, concepts, and ideas. Seminars provide a 

good starting point for jurisdictions that are developing or making major 

changes to their plans and procedures. 

senior controller The senior controller is responsible for the overall organization of the 

exercise. The senior controller monitors exercise progress and coordinates 

decisions regarding deviations or significant changes to the scenario caused 

by unexpected developments during play. The senior controller monitors 

actions by individual controllers and ensures they implement all designated 

and modified actions at the appropriate time. The senior controller debriefs 

controllers and evaluators after the exercise and oversees the setup and 

takedown of the exercise. 

simulation (1) An electronic simulation is a method for predicting the results of 

implementing a model over time. (2) Simulation of nonparticipating personnel 

and agencies is a technique for increasing realism in exercises. 
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Simulation Cell 

(SimCell) 

The SimCell is an exercise area where controllers generate and deliver 

injects and receive player responses to nonparticipating organizations, 

agencies, and individuals who would likely participate in an actual incident. 

Physically, the SimCell is a working location for a number of qualified 

professionals who portray representatives of nonparticipating organizations, 

agencies, and individuals who would likely participate during an actual 

incident. 

simulators Simulators are control staff personnel who role play as nonparticipating 

organizations or individuals. They most often operate out of the Simulation 

Cell (SimCell) but may occasionally have face-to-face contact with players. 

Simulators function semi-independently under the supervision of SimCell 

controllers, enacting roles (e.g., as media reporters or next-of-kin) in 

accordance with instructions provided in the Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL). All simulators are ultimately accountable to the exercise director and 

senior controller. 

Situation Manual 

(SitMan) 

The SitMan is a handbook provided to all participants in discussion-based 

exercises, particularly tabletop exercises (TTXs). The SitMan provides 

background information on the exercise scope, schedule, and objectives. It 

presents the scenario narrative that will drive participant discussions. The 

SitMan should mirror the exercise briefing, support the scenario narrative, 

and allow participants to read along while watching events unfold. 

special effects Special effects are technical, mechanical, or electronic scenario 

enhancements. Special effects typically require trained and licensed 

personnel, special permission for use, and additional safety and/or security 

precautions. Examples include use of pyrotechnics or explosives. 

sponsor The sponsor is the primary funding organization for an exercise. 

State Event 

Administering Authority 

(State EAA) 

This is a role within the Corrective Action Program (CAP) System. The State 

EAA is responsible for coordinating preparedness exercises at the State 

level, generally for a homeland security or emergency management agency. 

The State EAA can view improvement plans where their organization has 

been assigned a formal role for an event or where the State EAA's 

organization sponsored the exercise. The State EAA is responsible for 

creating new events but also has access to all reporting functions available in 

the system. 

subject matter expert 

(SME) 

SMEs add functional knowledge and expertise in a specific area or in 

performing a specialized job, task, or skill to the Exercise Planning Team. 

They help make the scenario realistic and plausible and ensure jurisdictions 

have the appropriate capabilities to respond. SMEs are ideal for the positions 

of controllers and evaluators. 

support staff The exercise support staff includes individuals who are assigned 

administrative and logistical support tasks during the exercise (e.g., 

registration, catering). 
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symptomatology card Symptomatology cards are provided to each actor in a response-focused 

exercise. Each card is unique, containing the signs and symptoms the actor 

will portray as well as information for medical providers. The actors are 

instructed to keep these cards with them at all times during the exercise and 

to not step out of character except in the event of a real emergency. At a 

minimum, symptomatology cards should include vital signs, symptoms, 

trauma injuries, acting instructions (e.g., disorientation, emotional distress), 

and special needs (e.g., language barriers, physical limitations). 

synchronization Synchronization is the comparison of schedules to resolve scheduling 

conflicts and identify opportunities for collaboration to maximize resources. In 

HSEEP, this is a critical element of the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) 

and is facilitated by the NEXS System in the HSEEP Toolkit. 
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tabletop exercise 

(TTX) 

TTXs are intended to stimulate discussion of various issues regarding a 

hypothetical situation. They can be used to assess plans, policies, and 

procedures or to assess types of systems needed to guide the prevention of, 

response to, or recovery from a defined incident. During a TTX, senior staff 

members, elected or appointed officials, or other key personnel meet in an 

informal setting to discuss simulated situations. TTXs are typically aimed at 

facilitating understanding of concepts, identifying strengths and shortfalls, 

and/or achieving a change in attitude. Participants are encouraged to discuss 

issues in depth and develop decisions through slow-paced problem-solving 

rather than the rapid, spontaneous decisionmaking that occurs under actual 

or simulated emergency conditions. TTXs can be breakout (i.e., groups split 

into functional areas) or plenary (i.e., one large group). 

Target Capabilities List 

(TCL) 

The TCL is a list of capabilities that provides guidance on the specific 

capabilities that Federal, State, tribal, and local entities are expected to 

develop and maintain to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover 

from incidents of national significance, including terrorism or natural 

disasters, to maintain the level of preparedness set forth in the National 

Preparedness Guidelines. The TCL is grouped into four mission areas. 

task Tasks are specific, discrete actions that individuals or groups must complete 

or discuss during an exercise to successfully carry out an activity. Successful 

execution of performance measures and tasks, either sequentially or in 

parallel, is the foundation for activities, which are, in turn, the foundation of 

capabilities. 

task-level analysis Task-level analysis examines the ability of individual players or functional 

areas to perform a required task during an exercise. Task-level analysis can 

help identify the shortcomings or errors preventing demonstration of a 

capability. Task-level analysis helps jurisdictions and organizations analyze 

shortcomings and target planning, equipment, and training resources to 

improve their capabilities. 

task-level performance 

analysis 

Task-level performance analysis describes the ability of individual players or 

teams to perform a required task during an exercise. It answers the question 

“Did the individuals or team carry out the task in the way that you expected 

and that achieved the functional goal?” 

Terrorism Prevention 

Exercise Program 

(TPEP) 

The TPEP is dedicated to providing participants at the Federal, State, tribal, 

and local levels the tools needed to demonstrate, evaluate, and improve the 

capability to prevent terrorism through information- and intelligence-based 

exercises. The TPEP uses HSEEP methodology but focuses on preincident 

operations. 

Training and Exercise 

Planning Workshop 

(TEPW) 

A TEPW is usually conducted to create a Multiyear Training and Exercise 

Plan. During the workshop, participants review priority preparedness 

capabilities and coordinate exercise and training activities that can improve 

those capabilities. As a result of the workshop, the Multiyear Training and 

Exercise Plan outlines multiyear timelines and milestones for the execution of 

specific training and exercise activities. 

trusted agent Trusted agents are the individuals on the Exercise Planning Team who are 

trusted not to reveal the scenario details to players before the exercise. 
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Term Description 

Universal Adversary 

(UA) 

The UA, a fictional adversary, is an exercise tool that compiles known 

terrorist motivations, doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures in live, 

virtual, and constructive simulations. A UA is employed to build the ground 

truth and anticipated countermoves for prevention-focused exercises. 

Universal Adversary 

(UA)advisor 

In prevention exercises, the UA advisor is responsible for providing the 

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) and Red Team developers with realistic 

scenario and timeline guidance based on expertise in the given UA threat 

category or local threat environment. 

Universal Adversary 

(UA) profile 

The Universal Adversary (UA) profile provides detailed background 

information on the threat category being portrayed, including the typology, 

ideology, motivation, tactics, capability, objective, and individuals associated 

with the fictional group. 

Universal Task List 

(UTL) 

The UTL is a comprehensive menu of tasks derived from all tasks that may 

be performed in major incidents as illustrated by the National Planning 

Scenarios. Entities at all levels of government should use the UTL as a 

reference to help them develop proficiency through training and exercises to 

perform their assigned missions and tasks during major incidents. 
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V 

Term Description 

venue A venue is the primary location of exercise conduct. In operations-based 

exercises, this is typically the facility or site the scenario will affect. For 

example, if a nonpersistent chemical agent (e.g., sarin) is selected as the 

threat/hazard, the venue should not be an open-air facility (e.g., stadium, 

park) because of the agent’s dissipating characteristics. (Note: The venue 

used to conduct the exercise does not necessarily have to be the same 

venue described in the exercise scenario. For example, a stadium parking lot 

may be used to simulate an airport runway). 

venue control cell 

(VCC) 

The VCC is the location from where controllers run the exercise, in the event 

that the exercise occurs at multiple venues. 
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Term Description 

workshop The workshop, a type of discussion-based exercise, represents the second 

tier of exercises in the building-block approach. Although similar to seminars, 

workshops differ in two important aspects: increased participant interaction 

and a focus on achieving or building a product (e.g., plans, policies). A 

workshop is typically used to test new ideas, processes, or procedures; train 

groups in coordinated activities; and obtain consensus. Workshops often use 

breakout sessions to explore parts of an issue with smaller groups. 
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This document provides definitions for commonly used acronyms of the Homeland Security 

Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). 

Acronym Definition 

AAC After Action Conference 

AAR After Action Report 

AHRQ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality 

ASPR Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response 

C&O Meeting Concept and Objectives Meeting 

C/E Briefing Controller and Evaluator Briefing 

C/E Debriefing Controller and Evaluator Debriefing 

C/E Handbook Controller and Evaluator Handbook 

CAP Corrective Action Program 

CAS Comprehensive Assessment System 

CBRNE chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives 

CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

CDP Center for Domestic Preparedness 

COG continuity of government 

ConPlan Contingency Plan 

COOP continuity of operations 

COP common operating picture 

COSIN Control Staff Instructions 

CPX command post exercise 

CSEPP Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program 

CSID Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk 

CST Civil Support Team 

DDS Design and Development System 

DHS U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

DoD U.S. Department of Defense 

DOE U.S. Department of Energy 

DOJ U.S. Department of Justice 

DOT U.S. Department of Transportation 

EAA Exercise Administrative Authority 

EEG Exercise Evaluation Guide 

EMAC Emergency Management Assistance Compact 

EMI Emergency Management Institute 

EMS emergency medical services 

EMT emergency medical technician 
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EOC Emergency Operations Center 

EOD explosive ordnance disposal 

EOP Emergency Operations Plan 

EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

ESF Emergency Support Function 

EvalPlan Evaluation Plan 

ExPlan Exercise Plan 

FAA Federal Aviation Administration 

FBI Federal Bureau of Investigation 

FE functional exercise 

FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency 

FOUO For Official Use Only 

FPC Final Planning Conference 

FSE full-scale exercise 

FY fiscal year 

GPD Grant Programs Directorate 

HazMat hazardous materials 

HHS U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

HIRA Hazards Identification Risk Analysis 

HSC U.S. Homeland Security Council 

HSEEP Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program 

HSGP Homeland Security Grant Program 

HSIN Homeland Security Information Network 

HSPD Homeland Security Presidential Directive 

ICS Incident Command System 

IP Improvement Plan 

IPC Initial Planning Conference 

IPC Interagency Policy Committee 

IPS Integrated Planning System 

IPW Improvement Planning Workshop 

IS Independent Study 

ISEA Information Sharing Environment Analysis 

JAD Joint Application Development 

JTTF Joint Terrorism Task Force 

LLIS Lessons Learned Information Sharing (llis.gov) 

MAA mutual aid agreement 

MACC Multiagency Coordination Center 
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MCC Master Control Cell 

MEPP Master Exercise Practitioner Program 

MIPT Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism 

MOA memorandum of agreement 

MOU memorandum of understanding 

MPC Midterm Planning Conference 

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet 

MSEL Master Scenario Events List 

NCP National Continuity Programs Directorate 

NED National Exercise Division 

NEP National Exercise Program 

NESC National Exercise Simulation Center 

NEXS System National Exercise Schedule System 

NFA National Fire Academy 

NGO nongovernmental organization 

NIC National Integration Center 

NIMS National Incident Management System 

NLD DPP Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program 

NLE national level exercise 

NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 

NPD National Preparedness Directorate 

NRF National Response Framework 

NSEC National Standard Exercise Curriculum 

NSSE National Special Security Event 

NxMSEL National Exercise Master Scenario Events List 

PIO Public Information Officer 

PKEMRA Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act 

PLE principal level exercise 

POC point of contact 

PPE personal protective equipment 

PPPA Office of Preparedness Policy, Planning, and Analysis 

ProFlow procedural flow 

RAMP Remedial Action Management Program 

REP Program Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program 

RESP Regional Exercise Support Program 

RRCC Regional Response Coordination Center 

RSP render-safe procedures 
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SAA State Administrative Agency 

SHSP State Homeland Security Program 

SimCell Simulation Cell 

SitMan Situation Manual 

SME subject matter expert 

SNS Strategic National Stockpile 

SOE senior officials exercise 

SOP standard operating procedure 

SSO single sign-on 

SWAT Strategic Weapons and Tactics 

TCL Target Capabilities List 

TEI Training and Exercise Integration 

TEP Training and Exercise Plan 

TEPW Training and Exercise Planning Workshop 

TOPOFF Top Officials National Exercise Series 

TPEP Terrorism Prevention Exercise Program 

TSA Transportation Security Administration 

TTX tabletop exercise 

UA Universal Adversary 

UASI Urban Area Security Initiative 

UCS Unified Command System 

USCG United States Coast Guard 

UTL Universal Task List 

VCC Venue Control Cell 

VTC video teleconference 

WMD weapons of mass destruction 
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Term Description 

Absorption The process of an agent being taken in by a surface (e.g., clothing, fabrics, wood) 

much like a sponge with water 

Aerobe A microorganism that lives and grows in the presence of oxygen 

Aerosol Fine liquid or solid particles suspended in air (e.g., fog or smoke) 

Agent dosage Refers to the lethal dose, 50 percent (LD50), a measure of the dose or quantity of a 

given agent that will be lethal to 50 percent of the target group. The lower the LD50, 

the less amount of agent is required and the more potent the agent. 

Anaerobe A microorganism that lives and grows in the complete or nearly complete absence 

of oxygen (e.g., Clostridium botulinum) 

Antibiotic A chemical substance that inhibits the growth of or kills microorganisms. Antibiotics 

can be taken before or after exposure. 

Antidote A substance that neutralizes toxic agents or their effects 

Antiserum The liquid part of blood containing antibodies 

Bacteria Single-celled organisms that multiply by cell division and can cause disease in 

humans, plants, or animals 

Biochemicals The chemicals that make up or are produced by living things 

Biological 

weapons

The intentional use of biological agents as weapons to kill or injure humans, 

animals, or plants, or to damage equipment 

Biological 

weapons agents

Living organisms or the chemical compounds derived from them that cause disease 

or disrupt physiological activity in humans, animals, or plants, or cause deterioration 

of material. Biological agents may be used as liquid droplets, aerosols, or dry 

powders. 

Bioregulators Biochemicals that regulate bodily functions. Bioregulators that are produced by the 

body are termed “endogenous.” Some of these bioregulators can be chemically 

synthesized. 

Causative agent The organism or toxin responsible for causing a specific disease or harmful effect 

Ceiling exposure 

value

The maximum airborne concentration of a biological or chemical agent to which a 

worker may be exposed at any time 

CNS Central nervous system 

CNS depressants Compounds with the predominant effect of depressing or blocking the activity of the 

CNS. The primary mental effects include disruption of the ability to think, sedation, 

and lack of motivation. 

CNS stimulants Compounds with the predominant effect of flooding the brain with too much 

information. The primary mental effect is loss of concentration, which causes 

indecisiveness and the inability to act in a sustained, purposeful manner. 

Conjunctivitis An inflammation of the conjunctiva, usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or an 

allergy 

Consequence 

management 

Measures to alleviate the damage, loss, hardship, or suffering caused by 

emergencies. It includes measures to restore essential government service, protect 

public health and safety, and provide emergency relief to affected governments, 

businesses, and individuals. 

Contagious The ability of a biological agent to be transmitted from one person to another or from 

a living disease vector to humans 
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Crisis 

management

Measures to resolve the hostile situation, investigate, and prepare a criminal case 

for prosecution under Federal law 

Culture A population of microorganisms grown in a medium 

Cutaneous Pertaining to the skin 

Decontamination The process of making any person, object, or area safe by absorbing, destroying, 

neutralizing, making harmless, or removing the hazardous material 

Endotoxin A toxin contained in the cell walls of some microorganisms, especially Grampositive bacteria, that is released when the bacterium dies and is broken down in 

the body 

Eubacterium A genus of Gram-positive anaerobic rod-shaped bacteria normally found in soil and 

water. The organisms are also found in the skin and body cavities of humans and 

other mammals, where they may cause soft-tissue infections. 

Exotoxin A toxin secreted or excreted by a living microorganism 

Fungi Any group of plants mainly characterized by the absence of chlorophyll, the greencolored compound found in other plants. Fungi range from microscopic single-celled 

plant (e.g., mold and mildews) to large plants (e.g., mushrooms). 

Gram stain The method of staining microorganisms using a violet stain, followed by an iodine 

solution; decolorizing with an alcohol or acetone solution; and counterstaining with 

safranin. The retention of either the violet color of the stain or the pink color of the 

counterstain is a primary means of identifying and classifying bacteria. Grampositive organisms retain the stain and are penicillin sensitive. 

Host An animal or plant that harbors or nourishes another organism 

IDLH Concentrations immediately dangerous to life and health 

Incubation period The time between exposure and the appearance of symptoms. This time period is 

governed by a range of factors, including the initial dose, virulence, route of entry, 

rate of replication, and immunological variables. 

Infectious agents Biological agents capable of reproducing in an infected host 

Infectivity 1. The ability of an organism to spread 

2. The number of organisms required to cause and infection to secondary hosts 

3. The capability of an organism to spread out from the site of infection and cause 

disease in the host organism 

Infectivity can also be viewed as the number of organisms required to cause an 

infection. 

Level A 

protection

The level of protective equipment in situations where the material is considered 

acutely vapor toxic to the skin and hazards are unknown. Full encapsulation, airtight 

chemical suit with self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or supplied-air 

breathing apparatus (SABA) 

Level B 

protection

The level of protective equipment in situations where the environment is not 

considered acutely vapor toxic to skin but may cause respiratory effects. Chemical 

splash suit or full coverage, nonairtight chemical suit with SCBA or SABA 

Level C 

protection

The level of protective equipment required to prevent respiratory exposure but not to 

exclude possible skin contact. Chemical splash suit with cartridge respirator 
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Level D 

protection

The level of protective equipment required when the atmosphere contains no known 

hazard, when splashes, immersions, inhalation, or contact with hazardous levels of 

any chemical are precluded. Work uniform such as coveralls, boots, leather gloves, 

and hard hat

Methods of 

dissemination

Refers to the range of technologies and platforms that are available or that can be 

produced to deliver biological agents into the atmosphere

Microorganism Any organism—such as bacteria, rickettsia, virii, and some fungi—that can be seen 

only with a microscope 

Mycotoxin A nonprotein toxin produced by fungi 

Organism Any individual living thing, whether animal or plant 

PAPR Powered air-purifying respirator 

Parasite Any organism that lives in or on another organism without providing benefit in return 

Pathogen Any organism (usually living) capable of producing serious disease or death such as 

bacteria, fungi, rickettsia, and viruses 

Pathogenic agent Biological agents capable of causing serious diseases 

Pathogenicity Reflects the ability of an infectious agent to cause disease in a host once the 

requisite number of microorganisms penetrates the body to initiate infection. An 

infectious agent must then multiply to cause disease. 

Percutaneous 

agent

Agents able to be absorbed through the body 

Reconnaissance A primary survey to gather information 

Rhinorrhea A runny nose 

Rickettsia Any of a family (Rickettsiaceae) of pleomorphic, rod-shaped, nonfilterable 

microorganisms that cause various diseases (e.g., Q fever, typhus, or Rocky 

Mountain spotted fever). Rickettsial agents are not infective and are usually 

transmitted from person to person via vectors (e.g., insects or infected rodents). 

SABA Supplied-air breathing apparatus 

SCBA Self-contained breathing apparatus 

Spore A reproductive form some microorganisms can take to become resistant to 

environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold, while in a “resting phase” 

Stability The ability of a biological agent to remain viable either in storage or when released 

into the atmosphere. A broad range of variables regulates agent stability. In 

particular, many biological agents are extremely sensitive to environmental 

pressures, including temperature, atmospheric pollution, humidity, moisture, and 

ultraviolet radiation. Meteorological factors such as diffusion constraints and wind 

speed and direction will also determine the success of a biological agent release. 

Terrorism A violent act or an act dangerous to human life, in violation of the criminal laws of 

the United States or any segment, to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian 

population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives 

(U.S. Department of Justice) 

Toxicity A measure of the harmful effect produced by a given amount of toxin on a living 

organism. The relative toxicity of an agent can be expressed in milligrams of toxin 

needed per kilogram of body weight to kill experimental animals. 

Transmissibility The ability of a particular biological agent to be passed between organisms 
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Triage Sorting; a technique of establishing rescues, decontamination, treatment, and 

transportation priorities in any event where the number of casualties overwhelm the 

resources of the emergency response organizations 

Vaccine A preparation of killed or weakened microorganism products used to artificially 

induce immunity against a disease 

Virulence The relative severity of the disease produced by a particular biological agent. 

Different microorganisms and strains of the same microorganism may cause 

diseases of varying severity. 

Virus An infectious microorganism that exists as a particle rather than as a complete cell. 

Particle sizes range from 200 to 400 nanometers (1 billionth of a meter). Viruses are 

not capable of reproducing outside a host cell. 

Wheal An acute swelling of the skin. This condition is common to a bee sting. 
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PUBLIC INFORMATION/MEDIA RELEASE

[Date]

[Note: The Public Information/Media Release should provide an overview of the exercise and 

should be disseminated to participants, observers, and/or the media before exercise conduct.]

Introduction

[Agency/jurisdiction]’s exercise is a [exercise type]. [Provide description of exercise type and 

activities.] This exercise will focus primarily on preparing emergency responders to effectively 

respond to [scenario].

As part of the exercise, the [agency/jurisdiction]’s response to the incident will be examined as 

well as its interaction with other agencies and assets that will respond. Evaluators will offer 

comments, which will be compiled in an After Action Report and Improvement Plan with 

recommendations for future training, equipment, and response procedures.

Exercise Focus

The purpose of this exercise is to provide participants with an opportunity to evaluate current 

response concepts, plans, and capabilities for responding to a [scenario]. The exercise will focus 

on key local emergency responder coordination, critical decisions, and integration of the State 

and Federal assets necessary to save lives and protect the public following a [scenario].

Objectives of the exercise are focused on improving an understanding of a [mission] concept, 

identifying opportunities or problems, and/or achieving a change in attitude. Process and 

decisionmaking are more important than minute details. Emphasis is on coordination, integration 

of capabilities, problem identification, and resolution.

Decisionmakers and responders from agencies across the community will be at the exercise, 

including some with whom you may not be as familiar. This is a great opportunity to meet 

colleagues in your community.

At the exercise, attendees will comprise several groups:

• Players respond to the situation presented based on expert knowledge of response plans 

and procedures in place in their community or agency as well as insights derived from 

training. Participants will be seated at the various functional group discussion tables.

Participants are encouraged to move among the tables periodically to encourage 

information sharing and communication between agencies.

• Observers support the functional groups as they develop responses to the situation in the 

caucus sessions. Observers are free to migrate among the tables during the discussion 

period to observe responses or lend particular expertise. However, they do not participate 

in the moderated discussion period.
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• Facilitators provide situation updates and moderate discussions. They also provide 

additional information or resolve questions, as required. Facilitators do not evaluate or 

direct your response.

Exercise Specifics

[Describe how the exercise conduct will be organized, including discussion group divisions.]

The following are examples and will be determined based on the type and scope of the exercise 

as well as the scenario:

• [List groups]

Contact Information

For more information regarding this exercise, please contact [exercise point of contact] at 

[contact information].
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FACILITATOR FACILITATOR

PLAYER PLAYER

PLAYER PLAYER

OBSERVER VIP
[Fire/HazMat]

Name:Organization:
[Fire/HazMat]

[Fire/HazMat]
Fire/HazMat

Fire/HazMat
Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement
Public Health

Public Health
Medical

Medical
State

State
Federal

Federal
Management

Emergency 

Emergency 

Management
Public 

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Dear [Invitee Name]:

On behalf of [Jurisdiction/Agency], you have been selected to attend the [Exercise Name and 

Type] being held on [Date], at [Location], located at [Address]. Registration for the exercise 

begins at [Time]. You have been selected as a [Player, Facilitator, Evaluator]. In order to ensure 

that adequate arrangements are in place for participants, please RSVP to [Exercise Point of 

Contact] at [Contact Information].

We anticipate that this exercise will provide an outstanding opportunity to consider possible 

challenges our community must be prepared to confront in these perilous times. I am confident 

that you will be as enthusiastic as we are to have this opportunity to challenge ourselves and gain 

enhanced understanding of our respective missions. I look forward to seeing you at the exercise.

For more information on the details of the exercise, please see the attached information.

Sincerely,

[Agency/Jurisdiction Lead Planner]

Attachments:

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Observers

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Badges and 

Materials 

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[This form should be distributed to exercise participants at a postexercise Hot Wash. A summary

of the feedback received should be included in the After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP).]

Please enter your responses in the form field or check box after the appropriate selection.

Name: Title:

Agency:

Role: Player Facilitator Observer Evaluator 

Part I: Recommendations and Corrective Actions

1. Based on the discussions today and the tasks identified, list the top three strengths and/or 

areas that need improvement.

1.

2.

3.

2. Identify the action steps that should be taken to address the issues identified above. For each 

action step, indicate if it is a high, medium, or low priority. 

Corrective Action Priority

3. Describe the corrective actions that relate to your area of responsibility. Who should be 

assigned responsibility for each corrective action? 

Corrective Action Recommended 

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4. List the policies, plans, and procedures that should be reviewed, revised, or developed. 

Indicate the priority level for each.

Item for Review Priority

Part II: Assessment of Exercise Design and Conduct

Please rate, on a scale of 1 to 5, your overall assessment of the exercise relative to the statements 

provided below, with 1 indicating strong disagreement with the statement and 5 indicating strong 

agreement.

Assessment Factor Strongly

Disagree

Strongly 

Agree

The exercise was well structured and organized. 1 2 3 4 5

The exercise scenario was plausible and realistic. 1 2 3 4 5

The multimedia presentation helped the participants understand and 

become engaged in the scenario. 1 2 3 4 5

The facilitator(s) was knowledgeable about the material, kept the 

exercise on target, and was sensitive to group dynamics. 1 2 3 4 5

The Situation Manual used during the exercise was a valuable tool 

throughout the exercise. 1 2 3 4 5

Participation in the exercise was appropriate for someone in my 

position. 1 2 3 4 5

The participants included the right people in terms of level and mix 

of disciplines. 1 2 3 4 5
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Overview

Date and Location. [Jurisdiction] hosted the [Full Name of Exercise] on [Date]. Attendees 

included representatives from:

• [List Agencies and Organizations]

Hot Wash. At the exercise’s conclusion, exercise controllers, evaluators, and players from 

[Functional Area/Agency] met briefly to discuss the exercise. Discussion primarily focused on 

player expectations, exercise outcomes, and issues for improvement.

Discussion Points

Expectations. Players identified their expectations concerning the exercise: 

• [List Expectations]

Outcomes. The following positive outcomes of conducting the exercise were identified:

• [List Outcomes]

Issues. The following issues were raised by the exercise:

• [List Issues]

Other. The planning group also noted the following:

• [List Notes]
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I. Introductions and Opening Remarks

II. Exercise Summary

a. Scope

b. Scenario

c. Objectives

III. Items Identified

a. Strengths and Accomplishments

b. Areas for Improvement

IV. After Action Report (AAR) Review

V. Improvement Plan (IP) Development

VI. Next Steps
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Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Exercise Name]

Evaluator Orientation and Briefing
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 Evaluation Methodology Overview

– Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Concept

 Evaluation Process

– Evaluator Responsibilities

 Assessment, Review, and Analysis of the Exercise

Briefing Topics
Evaluation Methodology Overview

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 Validate strengths, and identify improvement opportunities. 

 Validate plans, procedures, and protocols. 

 Improve processes and plans.

 Determine level of capability in regard to the exercise’s 

target capabilities.

Evaluation Goals
Presenter’s Name Date

 The Homeland Security Exercise and 

Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume III 

provides evaluation and improvement 

planning policy.

 Evaluations should be objective-based to 

remain in line with:

–National Preparedness Goal

–Target Capabilities List (TCL)

–Jurisdiction and agency plans

 HSEEP EEG templates provide 

streamlined process for standardized 

evaluation concept, not necessarily content.

EEG Concept

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 Capability-based 

approach relies on 

similar activities to 

achieve a capability.

 Activities are achieved 

through successful 

completion of tactical 

tasks.

 Task detail should 

come from actual plan 

being exercised.

Consistent 

across exercises 

from TCL

Consistent 

across exercises 

from Universal 

Task List (UTL)

Content should be 

based on UTL 

detail but include 

actual text from 

applicable plan

EEG Concept (cont’d)

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 Allows evaluators to review validation of plan elements

– Plans used will depend on participating agencies

 Includes direct references to plan sections, tables, and 

charts

– Allows evaluators to better prepare for exercise

– Provides detail for what will be expected of players

 Remains focused on exercise objectives as they relate to 

the selected target capability

EEG Function

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 Evaluation team should use 

EEGs in conjunction with full 

plans to prepare.

 Use EEGs as guides for 

observation, but do not 

focus on completing them 

during the exercise.

 Use EEGs for data analysis after exercise and in preparation for 

the evaluator debriefing.

 Use measured results to make actionable improvement 

recommendations within the After Action Report (AAR)/ 

Improvement Plan (IP).

Use of EEGs

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HSEEP 

Methodology 

Steps

Evaluation 

Tools

Timeline

Exercise 

objectives, 

actual plans 

and 

procedures

Evaluator log EEG analysis 

sheet

AAR data input 

form

Through Final 

Planning 

Conference 

(FPC) planning

During 

exercise

Controller/ 

Evaluator 

(C/E) 

Debriefing

Postexercise, 

before AAR 

draft 

development

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Evaluator Notes and Data

 Evaluators should capture player discussions, decisions, 

actions, and activity during exercise play.

 The EEGs provided should serve as guides for documentation 

of exercise activity.

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EEG Analysis Form

 Each evaluator will be 

provided with EEGs that will 

give specific guidance on 

what data to collect during 

the exercise, how to record 

it, and how to analyze it.

 These forms should be 

completed at the conclusion 

of the exercise, using data 

gathered during the 

exercise.

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EEG AAR Data Input Form

 Each EEG will include a second 

form to be completed following 

the C/E Debriefing.

 This form will serve as an 

expansion to the notes captured 

in the EEG analysis form, 

including an area to provide 

recommendations.

 Evaluators should complete one 

AAR input form for each 

identified strength or area for 

improvement.

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After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)

 Data from the EEGs and debriefing will be compiled into the AAR/IP.

 The AAR/IP will include assessments for each capability observed as 

well as issues and recommendations. 

 AAR/IP data will be entered into the Corrective Action Program 

(CAP) System.

CAP 

System

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Evaluation Process

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 Understand the exercise concept and scenario.

 Collect information.

 Make observations on player discussions, knowledge, and 

intended impact of decisions.

 Analyze actions and develop post exercise AAR/IP input.

Evaluator Responsibilities

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 Review appropriate plans, procedures, and protocols.

 Participate in C/E Briefing.

 Review appropriate exercise materials to be familiar with 

scenario, objectives, and target capabilities.

 Review EEGs and other supporting materials for your area 

of responsibility.

Preexercise Responsibilities

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 Monitor and document player performance.

 Use EEGs to confirm objectives are being met.

 Focus on critical tasks, as specified in the EEGs and plans 

being exercised.

 Do not prompt players or interfere with exercise play.

Exercise Responsibilities

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At the start of the exercise, evaluators should:

 Position themselves to appropriately hear discussions

 Be prepared to move between break out groups if necessary 

to follow various discussions

Evaluators should not:

 Focus solely on individuals

 Interfere with exercise discussion or action

Evaluator Guidelines

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Evaluators must keep an accurate written record of important 

issues that take place during the exercise:

 Were participants knowledgeable of plans and procedures 

to meet exercise objectives?

 Did discussions validate that operations would occur in 

accordance with plans and procedures?

 Did participants validate that sufficient personnel are 

equipped, trained, and assigned to perform tasks?

Observing the Exercise

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 Evaluators should record events such as:

–Discussed actions of players

–Key decisions

–Discussions that denote deviations from plans and 

procedures

–Player discussion of key movements and activities

–

Recording Important Events

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Assessment, Review, and Analysis of 

the Exercise
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Postexercise Analysis Responsibilities

 Participate in the Hot Wash, and take notes on findings identified 

by players. 

 Summarize your notes and prepare for the C/E Debriefing. 

 Have your summary ready for the lead evaluator, including 

bulleted strengths and areas for improvement from activity 

analysis.

 Use data to determine whether the exercise capabilities and 

plans were effectively implemented.

– Identify observations as strengths or areas for improvement.

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 Allows players to participate in a self-assessment of the 

exercise play.

 Allows evaluators to clarify additional points and collect 

missing information.

Player Hot Wash

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 Work to complete EEG analysis forms for submission.

 Discuss degree to which each objective was completed.

 Provide strengths, best practices, lessons learned, and 

possible IP recommendations.

 Begin outlining issues to be included in AAR/IP on AAR data 

input forms.

Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Debriefing

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AAR/IP Input

 Use the EEG AAR data input form.

 Complete one form for each strength and area for improvement.

– Observation. Write a one-sentence statement that identifies the strength 

or area for improvement as noted in the activity analysis tables. 

– References. Reference relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, or 

regulations that could be used to facilitate implementing recommendations 

for improvement or capturing strengths.

– Analysis. Document detailed data on what you observed during the 

exercise specific to this individual observation. 

– Recommendations. Suggest steps to allow the participants to further 

improve the plans or share strengths. 

 All AAR input is due to [lead evaluator] no later than [date].

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Evaluation Matrix

Objective Met Objective Not Met

Players 

followed plan 

procedures

Plan works

Document best practices and 

strengths

Capture why plan didn’t work

Document how to improve relevant 

plan elements

Players did not 

follow plan 

procedures

Capture how objective was 

met

Recommend successful actions 

and procedures be included in 

plan rewrite

Capture why plan was not 

used

May require plan training and 

familiarization

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Dear [FEMA Exercise Manager]:

In accordance with [Fiscal Year] Homeland Security Grant Program Guidance, we have enclosed 

the draft version of the After Action Report (AAR) from the [Exercise Name and Type]

conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. Please review the draft AAR and contact 

us with any comments you may have so that we can address them before the After Action 

Conference.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Contact Information].

Sincerely,

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Dear [State Exercise Program Manager]:

Please find enclosed the draft version of the After Action Report (AAR) from the [Exercise 

Name and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. Please review the draft 

AAR and contact us with any comments you may have so that we can address them before the 

After Action Conference. 

If you have any questions or comments, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Exercise Point of 

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Dear [State Exercise Program Manager]:

We are pleased to enclose the final After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) from the 

[Exercise Name and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. We 

appreciate the support you and your planners provided, and we hope our insights are useful in 

enhancing the preparedness of [State]. 

If you have any questions, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Exercise Point of Contact 

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Washington, DC 20531

[Date]

Dear [FEMA Exercise Manager]:

In accordance with [Fiscal Year] Homeland Security Grant Program Guidance, we are pleased to 

enclose the final After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) from the [Exercise Name 

and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. If you have any questions,

please contact [State Exercise Program Manager] at [Contact Information].

Sincerely,

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[FULL EXERCISE NAME]

[Exercise Dates]

AFTER ACTION 

REPORT/IMPROVEMENT PLAN

[Publication Date]

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desired. The word “Draft” should be included before the phrase “After Action 

Report/Improvement Plan” on the cover page and in the header/footer of all versions except the 

final AAR/IP.]
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ADMINISTRATIVE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

1. The title of this document is [complete and formal title of document].

2. The information gathered in this AAR/IP is classified as [For Official Use Only (FOUO)]

and should be handled as sensitive information not to be disclosed. This document should be 

safeguarded, handled, transmitted, and stored in accordance with appropriate security 

directives. Reproduction of this document, in whole or in part, without prior approval from 

[agency] is prohibited.

3. At a minimum, the attached materials will be disseminated only on a need-to-know basis and 

when unattended, will be stored in a locked container or area offering sufficient protection 

against theft, compromise, inadvertent access, and unauthorized disclosure.

4. Points of Contact: [List all points of contact below.]

[Federal POC:]

Name 

Title

Agency

Street Address

City, State ZIP

xxx-xxx-xxxx (office)

xxx-xxx-xxxx (cell)

e-mail

[Exercise Director:]

Name 

Title

Agency

Street Address

City, State ZIP

xxx-xxx-xxxx (office)

xxx-xxx-xxxx (cell)

e-mail
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CONTENTS

ADMINISTRATIVE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................1

CONTENTS...............................................................................................................3

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..............................................................................................5

SECTION 1: EXERCISE OVERVIEW.............................................................................7

SECTION 2: EXERCISE DESIGN SUMMARY .................................................................9

SECTION 3: ANALYSIS OF CAPABILITIES................................................................. 10

SECTION 4: CONCLUSION ...................................................................................... 12

APPENDIX A: IMPROVEMENT PLAN......................................................................... 13

APPENDIX B: LESSONS LEARNED .......................................................................... 14

APPENDIX C: PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK SUMMARY.................................................. 15

APPENDIX D: EXERCISE EVENTS SUMMARY TABLE ................................................ 16

APPENDIX E: PERFORMANCE RATING .................................................................... 17

APPENDIX F: ACRONYMS....................................................................................... 18

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

[When writing the Executive Summary, keep in mind that this section may be the only part of the 

AAR/IP that some people will read. Introduce this section by stating the full name of the 

exercise and providing a brief overview of the exercise. This brief overview should discuss why 

the exercise was conducted; the exercise objectives; and what Target Capabilities List (TCL) 

capabilities, activities, and scenario(s) were used to achieve those objectives. All of these areas 

will be discussed in more detail in the subsequent chapters of the AAR/IP. In addition, the 

Executive Summary may be used to summarize any high-level observations that cut across 

multiple capabilities.]

The [agency or jurisdiction] [scenario type] [exercise type] exercise [exercise name] was 

developed to test [agency or jurisdiction]’s [Capability 1], [Capability 2], and [Capability 3]

capabilities. The exercise planning team was composed of numerous and diverse agencies,

including [list of agencies participating in planning team]. The exercise planning team discussed 

[include a brief overview of the major issues encountered, discussed, and resolved during the 

exercise planning process. Topics to address in this section could include the length of the 

planning process, the reasoning behind the planning team’s choice of objectives to exercise, etc.]

Based on the exercise planning team’s deliberations, the following objectives were developed for 

[exercise name]:

• Objective 1: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

• Objective 2: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

• Objective 3: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

The purpose of this report is to analyze exercise results, identify strengths to be maintained and 

built upon, identify potential areas for further improvement, and support development of 

corrective actions.

[In general, the major strengths and primary areas for improvement should be limited to three 

each to ensure the Executive Summary is high-level and concise.]

Major Strengths

The major strengths identified during this exercise are as follows:

• [Use complete sentences to describe each major strength.]

• [Additional major strength]

• [Additional major strength]

Primary Areas for Improvement

Throughout the exercise, several opportunities for improvement in [jurisdiction/organization 

name]’s ability to respond to the incident were identified. The primary areas for improvement, 
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including recommendations, are as follows:

• [Use complete sentences to state each primary area for improvement and its 

associated key recommendation(s).]

• [Additional key recommendation]

• [Additional key recommendation]

[End this section by describing the overall exercise as successful or unsuccessful, and briefly 

state the areas in which subsequent exercises conducted by these jurisdictions and/or 

organizations should focus.]
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SECTION 1: EXERCISE OVERVIEW

[Information in the Exercise Overview should be “structured data”—written as a list rather than 

in paragraph form—in order to facilitate preparation of other parts of the AAR/IP, maintain 

consistency within AAR/IPs, and facilitate the analysis of AAR/IPs for program reporting.]

Exercise Details

Exercise Name

[Insert formal name of exercise, which should match the name in the header.]

Type of Exercise

[Insert the type of exercise as described in Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation 

Program Volume I (e.g. seminar, workshop, drill, game, tabletop, functional exercise, or 

full-scale exercise.]

Exercise Start Date

[Insert the month, day, and year that the exercise began.]

Exercise End Date

[Insert the month, day, and year that the exercise ended.]

Duration

[Insert the total length of the exercise, in day or hours, as appropriate.]

Location

[Insert all applicable information regarding the specific location of the exercise; including 

any city, State, Federal region, international country, or military installation.]

Sponsor

[Insert the name of the Federal agency or agencies that sponsored the exercise, as well as 

any co-sponsors if applicable. Also list any applicable points of contacts.]

Program

[Insert the name of the program (e.g. Fiscal Year 2007 State Homeland Security Grant 

Program) from which exercise funding originated.]

Mission

[Insert the appropriate mission areas of the exercise (e.g. Prevent, Protect, Response, 

and/or Recovery).]

Capabilities

[Insert a list of the target capabilities addressed within the exercise.]

Scenario Type

[Name the exercise scenario type (e.g. chemical release).]
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Exercise Planning Team Leadership

[The name of each member of the planning team leadership should be listed along with their role 

in the exercise, organizational affiliation, job title, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail 

address.]

Participating Organizations

[Insert a list of the individual participating organizations or agencies, including Federal, State, 

Tribal, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), local and international agencies, and contract 

support companies as applicable.]

Number of Participants

[Insert a list of the total number of each of the following exercise participants, as 

applicable: 

• Players: [#]

• Controllers: [#]

• Evaluators: [#]

• Facilitators: [#]

• Observers: [#]

• Victim Role Players: [#]
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SECTION 2: EXERCISE DESIGN SUMMARY

[The Exercise Design Summary is intended to provide a summary of the exercise design 

process.]

Exercise Purpose and Design

[This section should contain a brief (one-to-two paragraph) summation of why the exercise was 

conducted and what the exercise participants hoped to learn. It should also include a brief history 

of how the exercise was organized, designed, funded, etc.]

Exercise Objectives, Capabilities, and Activities

[The purpose of this section is to list exercise objectives and align them with associated 

capabilities from the Target Capabilities List (TCL). For each TCL capability, there is an 

Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) which lists specific activities which must be performed to 

demonstrate a capability. In addition to TCL capabilities, the EEG activities relevant to each 

objective should also be included in this section. Begin this section with the following text.]

Capabilities-based planning allows for exercise planning teams to develop exercise objectives 

and observe exercise outcomes through a framework of specific action items that were derived 

from the Target Capabilities List (TCL). The capabilities listed below form the foundation for 

the organization of all objectives and observations in this exercise. Additionally, each capability 

is linked to several corresponding activities and tasks to provide additional detail. 

Based upon the identified exercise objectives below, the exercise planning team has decided to 

demonstrate the following capabilities during this exercise:

• Objective 1: [Insert a one sentence description of each objective].

- [Capability Title]: [Activity 1]; [Activity 2]; and [Activity 3].

- [Capability Title]: [Activity 1]; [Activity 2]; and [Activity 3].

Scenario Summary

[For an operations-based exercise, this section should summarize the scenario or situation 

initially presented to players, subsequent key events introduced into play, and the time in which 

these events occurred. For a discussion-based exercise, this section should outline the scenario 

used and/or modules presented to participants.]
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SECTION 3: ANALYSIS OF CAPABILITIES

This section of the report reviews the performance of the exercised capabilities, activities, and 

tasks. In this section, observations are organized by capability and associated activities. The 

capabilities linked to the exercise objectives of [full exercise name] are listed below, followed by 

corresponding activities. Each activity is followed by related observations, which include 

references, analysis, and recommendations.

[The format for Chapter 3, as described above, represents the preferred order for analysis of 

exercise observations. However, observations that are cross-cutting and do not apply to one, 

specific activity within the capability should be listed first, directly under the capability 

summary. Below the cross-cutting observations, you may then present the complete list of 

activities which apply to the observation.]

Capability 1: [Capability Name]

Capability Summary: [Include a detailed overview of the capability, drawn from the TCL 

capability description, and a description of how the capability was performed during an 

operations-based exercise or addressed during a discussion-based exercise. The exact length of 

this summary will depend on the scope of the exercise.]

Activity 1.1: [Using the EEGs, identify the activity to which the observation(s) below pertain.]

Observation 1.1: [Begin this section with a heading indicating whether the observation is a 

“Strength” or an “Area for Improvement.” A strength is an observed action, behavior, 

procedure, and/or practice that is worthy of recognition and special notice. Areas for 

improvement are those areas in which the evaluator observed that a necessary task was not 

performed or that a task was performed with notable problems. Following this heading, insert 

a short, complete sentence that describes the general observation.]

References: [List relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations, or 

sections of these plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations. If no references 

apply to the observation, it is acceptable to simply list “N/A” or “Not Applicable.”]

1. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

2. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

3. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

Analysis: [The analysis section should be the most detailed section of Chapter 3. 

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brief description of what happened and the consequence(s) (positive or negative) of the 

action or behavior. If an action was performed successfully, include any relevant 

innovative approaches utilized by the exercise participants. If an action was not 

performed adequately, the root-causes contributing to the shortcoming must be 

identified.]

Recommendations: [Insert recommendations to address identified areas for 

improvement, based on the judgment and experience of the evaluation team. If the 

observation was identified as a strength, without corresponding recommendations, insert 

“None.]

1. [Complete description of recommendation]

2. [Complete description of recommendation]

3. [Complete description of recommendation]

[Continue to add additional observations, references, analyses, and recommendations for each 

capability as necessary. Maintain numbering convention to allow for easy reference.]
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SECTION 4: CONCLUSION

[This section is a conclusion for the entire document. It provides an overall summary to the 

report. It should include the demonstrated capabilities, lessons learned, major recommendations, 

and a summary of what steps should be taken to ensure that the concluding results will help to 

further refine plans, policies, procedures, and training for this type of incident.

Subheadings are not necessary and the level of detail in this section does not need to be as 

comprehensive as that in the Executive Summary.]
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APPENDIX A: IMPROVEMENT PLAN

This IP has been developed specifically for [identify the State, county, jurisdiction, etc., as applicable] as a result of [full exercise

name] conducted on [date of exercise]. These recommendations draw on both the After Action Report and the After Action 

Conference. [The IP should include the key recommendations and corrective actions identified in Chapter 3: Analysis of 

Capabilities, the After Action Conference, and the EEGs. The IP has been formatted to align with the Corrective Action Program 

System.]

Table A.1: Improvement Plan Matrix

Capability Observation Title Recommendation Corrective Action 

Description

Capability 

Element

Primary 

Responsible 

Agency

Agency

POC Start Date Completion Date

[Capability

1: 

Capability

Name]

1. Observation 1 1.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

1.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1 

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Sep 1, 

2007

1.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Feb 1, 

2007

1.2 Insert 

Recommendation 2

1.2.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1

Training State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 

2007

1.2.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Mar 15, 

2007

2. Observation 2 2.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

2.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 15, 

2007

2.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 

2007
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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix B: Lessons Learned [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

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[Optional]

APPENDIX B: LESSONS LEARNED

While the After Action Report/Improvement Plan includes recommendations which support 

development of specific post-exercise corrective actions, exercises may also reveal lessons 

learned which can be shared with the broader homeland security audience. The Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) maintains the Lessons Learned Information Sharing (LLIS.gov) 

system as a means of sharing post-exercise lessons learned with the emergency response 

community. This appendix provides jurisdictions and organizations with an opportunity to 

nominate lessons learned from exercises for sharing on LLIS.gov.

For reference, the following are the categories and definitions used in LLIS.gov:

• Lesson Learned: Knowledge and experience, positive or negative, derived from 

actual incidents, such as the 9/11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina, as well as those 

derived from observations and historical study of operations, training, and exercises.

• Best Practices: Exemplary, peer-validated techniques, procedures, good ideas, or 

solutions that work and are solidly grounded in actual operations, training, and exercise 

experience.

• Good Stories: Exemplary, but non-peer-validated, initiatives (implemented by 

various jurisdictions) that have shown success in their specific environments and that 

may provide useful information to other communities and organizations.

• Practice Note: A brief description of innovative practices, procedures, methods, 

programs, or tactics that an organization uses to adapt to changing conditions or to 

overcome an obstacle or challenge.

Exercise Lessons Learned

[Insert an account of any observations nominated for inclusion in the DHS LLIS.gov system. If 

there are not any nominations, a simple statement to that effect should be included here.]
[Protective Marking]

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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix C: [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

Participant Feedback Form 15

[Optional]

APPENDIX C: PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK SUMMARY

[Appendix C of the AAR/IP should provide a summary of the feedback received through this 

form.]
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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix D: [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

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[Optional]

APPENDIX D: EXERCISE EVENTS SUMMARY TABLE

[In formulating its analysis, the evaluation team may assemble a timeline of key exercise events.

While it is not necessary to include this timeline in the main body of the AAR/IP, the evaluation 

team may find value in including it as an appendix. If so, this section should summarize what 

actually happened during the exercise in a timeline table format. Focus of this section is on what 

inputs were actually presented to the players and what actions the players took during the 

exercise. Successful development of this section is aided by the design, development, and 

planning actions of the exercise design team. Prior to the exercise, the exercise design team 

should have developed a timeline of anticipated key events.]

[An example of the format for the Exercise Events Summary Table is presented below.]

Table D.1: Exercise Events Summary

Date Time

Scenario Event, 

Simulated Player Inject, 

Player Action

Event/Action

02/20/06 0900 Scenario Event Explosion and injuries reported at subway station 13 

02/20/06 0902 Player Action Subway services stopped in accordance with 

protocols; notifications started

02/20/06 0915 Player Action Evacuation ordered for planning zone 2A

02/20/06 0940 Simulated Player Inject Traffic at a standstill on major egress route 1 reported 

to players (Response generated issue because 

personnel to staff traffic control points were not 

deployed)
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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix E: [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

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[Optional]

APPENDIX E: PERFORMANCE RATING

[When a jurisdiction/organization elects to use performance ratings, or when initiatives require a 

rating within the AAR/IP, the following approach can be used. A qualitative performance rating 

is assigned to each activity demonstrated within its capability area. The performance rating is 

based on a systemic review by the lead evaluator of exercise performance based on evaluator 

analysis of how well the participants demonstrated the capability outcome. The results should be 

summarized within this appendix and should be based on the supporting narrative contained 

within the body of the AAR/IP.]

The performance rating categories refer to how well each activity was performed during the 

exercise and are detailed in the table below.

Table E.1: Performance Ratings

Rating Description

Performed without Challenges The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s) and did not negatively impact the performance of 

other activities. Performance of this activity did not contribute to 

additional health and/or safety risks for the public or for 

emergency workers, and it was conducted in accordance with 

applicable plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Performed with Some Challenges, 

but Adequately

The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s) and did not negatively impact the performance of 

other activities. Performance of this activity did not contribute to 

additional health and/or safety risks for the public or for 

emergency workers, and it was conducted in accordance with 

applicable plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. 

However, opportunities to enhance effectiveness and/or 

efficiency were identified.

Performed with Major Challenges The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s), but some or all of the following were observed: 

demonstrated performance had a negative impact on the 

performance of other activities; contributed to additional health 

and/or safety risks for the public or for emergency workers; 

and/or, was not conducted in accordance with applicable plans, 

policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Unable to be Performed The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were not performed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s).
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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix F: Acronyms [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

Exercise Events Summary Table 18

APPENDIX F: ACRONYMS

[Any acronym used in the AAR should be listed alphabetically and spelled out.]

Table F.1: Acronyms

Acronym Meaning
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) 

Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Template 

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Introduction 

The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) library contains templates 

for exercise planners to use in developing Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) for specific 

exercises. These templates are Microsoft Word documents and are based on the Target 

Capabilities List (TCL) version 2.0. This job aid will help exercise design teams use the 

templates to develop EEGs specific to individual exercise needs. The National Exercise Division 

(NED) recommends that design teams remove data that is not relevant to the exercise and edit 

the remaining content to allow better evaluation of exercise objectives. This job aid focuses on 

development of the Discussion-Based EEG template. 

Selecting EEG Templates 

During the initial design of the exercise, the planning team should 

select the EEG template that corresponds to each target capability 

chosen for the exercise. The exercise objectives for participating 

agencies should align with the selected target capabilities and will 

be used to select the specific activities for evaluation. Once EEG 

templates are selected, the table at the top of page 1 can be 

used to cross-walk applicable objectives to the target 

capability. For example, during an exercise to test response 

to a major highway hazardous materials (HazMat) incident, the 

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management capability 

could be linked to more than just the EOC staff’s objectives. If Public Works has an objective to 

discuss protocols for establishing communications with the EOC and exchanging information, 

the public works objective should be listed. 

The EEG templates consist of two parts: the Analysis Form and the After Action Report (AAR) 

data input form. The information below explains the best use of the templates to provide 

evaluators with user-friendly EEGs. 

Analysis Form 

Selecting Activities 

The templates include all of the activities listed in the TCL. The final 

exercise evaluation of strengths and areas for improvement will be 

written to the activity level but will be categorized by target 

capability in the AAR. Based on the objectives listed on the first page 

of the EEG, the exercise planning team should look at the activities in 

the EEG template and delete those that do not directly correlate to the 

exercise objectives. 
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To remove an activity table, place your cursor anywhere within the table text. On your Word 

toolbar, select “Table,” “Delete,” and “Table.”1

 

Activity Table Content 

The activity tables use several columns to categorize expected player discussion items for 

evaluation. Some of the columns are prepopulated with data from the TCL; others are populated 

by the exercise planning team based on agency-specific plans. The NED recommends that the 

exercise planning team edit the prepopulated data to better fit jurisdiction or agency plans. The 

activity table columns include: 

Plan Reference 

This column provides an area for the exercise planning team to 

provide a reference to the jurisdiction or agency plan that 

specifically cites the identified task. This reference will help 

evaluators prepare for the exercise: when they review the 

EEGs, they can easily find the source of their assigned 

evaluation in the associated Plan. When the evaluators submit 

strengths and recommendations for improvement areas, they 

will have the Plan reference available for AAR input. 

Tasks 

Each row of this column is a tactical task or an element that 

demonstrates the associated activity. Many of these tasks are 

generic. The exercise planning team should edit the task so that the EEG captures who, what, and 

how the task will be accomplished per player discussion. 

Task Discussed and Not Discussed 

These columns are for evaluators to use during the 

evaluator debriefing when identifying player discussion of 

specific tasks. These check boxes should remain blank during 

EEG development. These columns can also be deleted and/or 

customized per exercise needs. 

Task Analysis 

This area is for evaluators to use when analyzing their taskspecific notes and logs following the exercise and should 

remain blank during EEG development. The template Task 

Analysis questions focus on finding Root Cause determination 

based on four specific Capability elements (Personnel, Training, 

Equipment, and Organization and Leadership). The task analysis 

questions can be customized to mirror the Facilitator discussion questions in the Exercise 

Situation Manual, but should still focus on the Root Cause Analysis to meet exercise objectives. 

 

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Activity Analysis 

This column is for evaluators to use when analyzing their activityspecific notes and logs during the evaluator debriefing and should 

remain blank during EEG development. 

The activity analysis yes/no questions and bullet points should 

help the evaluator to frame their thoughts for AAR input. The activity 

analysis bullet points are where the evaluators identify strengths and 

areas of improvement during the exercise, can be used for the AAR 

executive summary, and will serve as the observation titles during 

AAR development. Each strength or area for improvement bullet point 

will have its own AAR data input form. These columns are left alone 

during the actual template customization. 

The exercise planning team should repeat these design steps for each column of the remaining 

activity tables in the EEG that correlate to the exercise scope and objectives. 

AAR Data Input Form 

To accurately capture evaluator observations and recommended 

improvement actions, the AAR data input form mirrors the HSEEP 

AAR/Improvement Plan (IP) format and data fields in the Corrective 

Action Program (CAP) System. The AAR data input form has 

directions highlighted in gray for each data field to help evaluators 

populate the form. The design team should include these instructions 

as part of evaluator orientation and guidance in the Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. Once included in the C/E Handbook, the 

instructions can be deleted from the data input form template so that 

evaluators have more room to write. The exercise planning team 

should instruct evaluators to complete one Data Input Form for each 

strength or area for improvement from the activity analysis section of 

the Analysis Form. The planning team should also consider having enough copies of the AAR 

input form for each evaluator if they decide to provide written comments, or e-mail an electronic 

version for typed comments. 

Header and Footer 

In completing the customization, the Evaluation Planning Team should: 

 Update the EEG template header with the exercise name and dates (both the AAR Input 

Form and the Analysis Form) 

 Delete the customization reminder note at the top of the header 

 Customize footer with appropriate Exercise Program name or Series if applicable 
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

HSEEP (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Guidelines and EEG User Guide

The goal of this exercise evaluation is to validate strengths and identify improvement opportunities for the 

[Plan]. In the [Exercise Name], evaluation will attempt to validate plan contents, procedures, and 

protocols of participating agencies and determine their level of capability with regard to the exercise

target capabilities. Discussion-based validation attempts to answer the following questions: 

• Are plans, procedures, and protocols established, and were participants knowledgeable of them?

• Are personnel identified to execute and support the plans and procedures?

• Has sufficient training been provided to the identified personnel?

• Is appropriate equipment identified and available for use to execute procedures?

Evaluation Steps

1. Pre-exercise Preparation

Prior to the exercise, you should be familiar with the exercise 

objectives, scenario for discussion, key evaluation areas and 

Exercise Evaluation Guide contents

• Review appropriate plans, procedures, and protocols to 

include the [Plan].

• Attend required evaluator training and other briefings.

• Review appropriate exercise materials, including the exercise schedule and evaluator instructions.

• Review the EEGs and other supporting materials for your area of responsibility.

2. Observing the Exercise

During the exercise, you should not focus on filling out the 

EEG Analysis forms; listen closely to the participants’ 

discussion and take detailed notes relative to your assigned area 

of evaluation. You should be familiar with the activities and 

tasks for evaluation, but do not jump ahead to analysis until the 

exercise has ended. As applicable make references in your 

notes to applicable exercise objectives or Target Capabilities.

• Do not prompt players with specific responses or interfere with player performance in any way.

• Your primary duty is to document player discussion. After the exercise, that information will be 

used to determine whether the exercised capabilities and plans were effectively demonstrated and 

to identify strengths and improvement items.

• Reference EEGs to confirm objectives are being met; advise facilitator if they are not
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

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3. Data Analysis

Following the exercise, you should use your EEG Data 

Analysis Sheet to help organize your notes in categorized 

data for the After Action Report. The Analysis Sheet lists 

all of the critical tasks that should have been discussed, 

based upon exercise objectives. Similar tasks are grouped 

within Activity tables. As you complete the forms, you will 

identify strengths and areas for improvement for each 

Activity. These bullet points will serve as your observation 

titles for the After Action Report input. Post exercise as 

you are conducting your analysis, you should:

• Participate in the Hot Wash, and take notes on findings identified by players. Before the Hot 

Wash, do not discuss specific issues or problems with participants. 

• After the Hot Wash, summarize your notes and prepare for the Controller and Evaluator 

Debriefing. Have your summary ready for the Lead Evaluator.

• Use data to determine whether the exercise capabilities and plans were effectively implemented 

or demonstrated.

• Use data to identify Observations as strengths or areas for improvement.

4. After Action Report Development

In this step, we take our detailed notes from observing the 

exercise that we analyzed at the activity level, and provide 

detailed recommendations for continuous improvement. 

The After Action Report input form has four major fields 

that should be completed for each strength or area for 

improvement. 

• Observation – this is a short one sentence statement 

that identifies the strength or area for improvement 

as noted in the Activity analysis tables. This field is also followed by check boxes to identify the 

capability preparedness element that the root cause of this observation falls under

• Reference – This field provides an area to reference Sections of the NVS plan, other State Plans, 

or industry standards that could be used to facilitate implementing recommendations for 

improvement or capturing strengths.

• Analysis – This field provides an area to document detailed data on what you observed/overheard 

during exercise discussion specific to this individual Observation. This is where you will provide 

the Who, Why and What of the strength or area for improvement based on your notes taken.

• Recommendations – These are suggested steps to allow the NVS Team to further improve the 

NVS Plan or share strengths with other agencies. Recommendations should be targeted 

specifically to the individual observation, and the capability element that we determined to be the 

root cause of the observation.

Do not forget, you should complete one AAR Input form for each bullet from your Activity analysis 

tables. The exercise planning team will use these input forms to directly build the exercise After Action 

Report.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for establishing staging areas for internal and 

external medical response personnel, equipment, and 

supplies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish strategies for transporting materials through 

restricted areas, quarantine lines, law enforcement 

checkpoints, and so forth that are agreed upon by all affected 

parties.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain demographic/health-related data to plan for the types 

of medications, durable medical equipment, or consumable 

medical supplies that may need to be provided during an

event (including supplies needed for populations requiring 

functional or medical care).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

In coordination with the appropriate agencies, develop 

processes for ensuring the distribution of medical supplies to 

shelters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish procedures for billing and reimbursement of the 

medication/equipment/supplies that are dispensed.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training on various types and models of medical 

supplies likely to be used in an emergency situation through 

government grants and industry-sponsored workshops.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and regularly exercise plans for transporting medical 

material assets at the Federal, State, local, and 

private/commercial levels with specific focus on their transfer 

between various levels or organizations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Medical Supplies Management and Distribution Tactical Operations

Plan

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical supply management and distribution support 

to incident response operations according to Incident 

Management Team (IMT) assignments in the incident action 

plan (IAP).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) assets from the 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and obtain external resources for sustained 

operations of medical supplies management and distribution.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain communications with transportation vendors during 

distribution of medical supplies.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate acquisition of private source medical supplies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with medical surge operations and the American 

Association of Blood Banks (AABB) Task Force to identify 

supply levels at the supporting medical facilities for the 

incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor supply usage and stockpile levels of health facilities, 

mass prophylaxis sites, and other critical care venues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the timely provision of medical supplies to shelters 

and mass care and medical facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personnel for shelters and mass care and medical 

facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor stockpile levels of medical supplies maintained by 

private sources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process and manage requests for additional medical supply 

personnel or equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide logistics support for medical supplies management 

and distribution. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for financial management and reimbursement of 

medical supplies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Plan

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the CDC for return of unused Federal assets. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Additional Observations:

Activate Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish medical supplies warehouse management structure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate warehousing operations for receipt of medical assets. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify needed transportation assets for medical supplies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify Technical Advisory Response Unit (TARU) team 

resource needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate the use of emergency power 

generation services at medical supply warehouse locations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Security

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute plan for credentialing medical supplies personnel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure security meets medical assets at point of entry into 

State. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify locations that require increased security within the 

warehouse (such as controlled substance storage areas). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish security checkpoints in vicinity of medical 

warehouse and at staging areas. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Repackage and Distribute

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble medical supplies warehouse teams (receiving, 

order management, picking, packaging, quality control, and

shipping). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory medical supplies warehouse resource levels. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide quality control/quality assurance for requested 

medical assets prior to shipping. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track resupply requests for medical supplies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute medical supplies to points of distribution (PODs), 

health facilities, and shelters. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Additional Observations:

Recover Medical Resources

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure recovery of unused (unopened) pharmaceuticals from 

receipt, storage, and staging (RSS) site and unused 

pharmaceuticals and durable items from mass prophylaxis 

sites. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute unused but open medical resources within the local 

health system according to local policies and plans. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute plan to reduce medical supplies warehouse 

operations as distribution needs ease. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of waste materials generated by medical supplies 

warehousing operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Medical Surge

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a healthcare system to receive and appropriately 

treat incident-specific casualties or illnesses. This system 

should be composed of multiple resources from State, subState, and community resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with weapons of mass destruction 

(WMD)/hazardous materials (HazMat) to develop plans for 

managing/decontaminating self-presenting contaminated 

victims offsite.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify local, State, sub-State, and interstate mental health 

and substance abuse professionals or paraprofessionals by 

survey.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate local, State, and regional mental health and 

substance abuse professionals or paraprofessionals in 

response planning, exercises, and drills.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure emergency system patient transport and tracking 

systems are interoperable with national and U.S. Department 

of Defense (DoD) systems.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that comprehensive stress management strategies 

and programs are in place and available to all emergency 

responders, support personnel, and healthcare professionals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop medical mutual aid agreements for medical facilities 

and equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop surge capacity plans for acute care hospitals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with community healthcare systems when 

developing surge capacity plans for acute care hospitals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure facility-based evacuation plans include identification 

of receiving facilities and transportation assets. 

Transportation assets should be coordinated and planned out 

with response partners.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop healthcare system evacuation plans to include 

receiving facilities and transportation assets that are 

coordinated on a regional basis.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify adequate evacuation transportation assets and 

receiving facilities with adequate assets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to mitigate identified hazards to medical 

treatment facilities.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop electronic medical records for recording treatment 

provided and patient self-reporting.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to identify staff, equipment, and resources to 

operate alternate care facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to restrict access and secure healthcare and 

surge facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a local/State regional pharmaceuticals management 

system that captures current inventory of the Metropolitan 

Medical Response System, Health Resources and Services 

Administration hospitals, and CHEMPACK caches; ensures a 

sufficient supply of pharmaceuticals to provide prophylaxis for 

3 days to first responders and their families, other key 

incident response/management personnel, and the general 

public as determined by local authorities; and tracks the 

dispensing of pharmaceuticals during the incident.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train designated hospital personnel in the National Incident 

Management System (NIMS), National Response Framework 

(NRF), Incident Command System, and Hospital Incident 

Command System (HICS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise healthcare system, in compliance with appropriate 

national, State, and local guidance.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and/or implement training, preparedness, and 

exercise programs based on local risk vulnerability 

assessment and lessons learned.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train designated hospital personnel in recognition and 

treatment of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and 

high-yield explosives (CBRNE) hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise medical surge plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct competency-based education and 

training programs for adult and pediatric pre-hospital, hospital, 

and outpatient healthcare personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop program to train medical and nonmedical personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop program to train health professions students.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate emergency management plans through training and 

multiple methods including drills and exercises at tribal, local, 

State, and national levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise all plans on an annual basis to demonstrate 

proficiency in responding to bioterrorism, other infectious 

disease outbreaks, and other public health threats and 

emergencies.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop just-in-time training programs healthcare workers for 

unfamiliar critical job functions and personal protective 

equipment (PPE) for specific threats.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Additional Observations:

Direct Medical Surge Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident response communications within the 

healthcare system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute medical mutual aid agreements.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for medical care through 

Incident Command/Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in 

accordance with NIMS.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public health and medical services for those 

individuals who have been isolated or quarantined.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide consistent, accurate, and relevant public health and 

medical information to clinicians, other responders, and the 

public in a timely manner.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with emergency public information to disseminate 

public health and safety information to the public to improve 

provision of home healthcare.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency credentialing and privileging 

procedures. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Additional Observations:

Activate Medical Surge

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate healthcare system Incident Command. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider the implementation of altered standards of care. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate medical surge plans, procedures, and protocols to 

ensure medical treatment for populations requiring specialized 

assistance. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Surge Patient Transfer Procedures

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate alternative care sites and overflow emergency 

medical care facilities to manage hospital surge capacity. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide knowledge or visibility of available destination medical 

care facilities/services and tracking for mass movement of 

patients, ensuring patients are matched with transportation 

and destinations that provide appropriate levels of medical 

care. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Implement Surge Staffing Procedures

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate healthcare workers’ and volunteers’ call systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support medical surge capability by using volunteer 

resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize incident-specific medical treatment personnel for 

pediatrics and adults. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize nonmedical support personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess initial and ongoing need for medical specialists, and 

augment as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training for staff performing nonstandard 

duties. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate staff transportation and staging through the State 

and local EOCs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate response staffing with Medical Reserve Corps, 

Metropolitan Medical Response System, Federal and 

interstate resources, and nongovernmental organizations and 

faith-based groups. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Receive and Treat Surge Casualties

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide treatment appropriate to nature of incident and 

number of injured/ill. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequacy of medical equipment and supplies in 

support of immediate medical response operations and for 

restocking supplies/equipment requested. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate with local, State, and Federal 

Emergency Support Function 8 (ESF-8). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement comprehensive stress management strategies and 

programs for all emergency responders and workers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide short-term mental health and substance abuse 

behavioral health services to the community. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Medical Surge

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from surge to normal operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plan for reconstitution of healthcare system 

capabilities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct after action reviews, and prepare report. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Onsite Incident Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Incident Management System (NIMS)-

compliant plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs) 

for emergency response operations within the jurisdiction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop jurisdiction emergency management plans and 

SOPs that are compatible and integrate support for Unified 

Command during operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify resources available to supplement command and 

control capabilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to order, track, and assign incident 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop systems for tracking onsite incident resources and 

personnel.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train personnel in accordance with NIMS typing.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise personnel in accordance with NIMS typing.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for command and elected officials to attend NIMS 

and other applicable training.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a records management system to identify 

appropriate personnel who lack Incident Command System 

(ICS) training, and provide automated notification of training 

opportunities.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Onsite Incident Management

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communications with the Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC), dispatch center, and responding 

units.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate with arriving local, tribal, regional, State, 

and Federal first responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor/measure performance of assigned resources, and 

request additional resources as needed.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Implement Onsite Incident Management

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessment (sizeup) (first arriving units). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine initial incident site perimeter (first arriving unit). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate and implement the ICS. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer command between oncoming and outgoing Incident 

Commander as appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional resources as necessary for operations and 

onsite incident management. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Full Onsite Incident Command

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Incident Command. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish the command structure to manage the incident and 

meet objectives. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish branches, groups, and divisions needed to manage 

the incident and meet incident objectives, strategies, and 

tactics. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish an Incident Command Post (ICP), incident bases, 

camps, staging areas, helispot or wheelbase, and other 

facilities as required. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish communications with EOC/Multiagency

Coordinating Center (MACC). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain communications with EOC/MACC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate operations with specialized emergency response 

teams (e.g., special weapons and tactics [SWAT]/tactical, 

bomb squad/explosives, hazardous materials [HazMat], landbased search and rescue). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from Incident Command to Unified Command for 

incidents involving multiple jurisdictions, a single jurisdiction 

with multiagency involvement, or multiple jurisdictions with

multiagency involvement. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to order, track, and assign incident 

resources. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Resource Management

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to order, track, assign, and release 

incident resources. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor/measure performance of assigned resources, and 

request additional resources as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request mutual aid through the EOC and Multiagency 

Coordination (MAC) Group ordering process. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate with arriving local, tribal, regional, State, 

and Federal first responders. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop Incident Action Plan (IAP)

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish incident objectives, priorities, and operational 

periods. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop the incident action plan (IAP) to establish priorities, 

procedures, and actions to be accomplished to meet the 

incident objectives. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain Incident Command/Unified Command approval of IAP. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish operational period, not to exceed 24 hours. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Execute Plan

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate IAP to other response organizations through 

operational briefing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct efforts to meet incident objectives in accordance with 

current IAP. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review progress toward meeting incident objectives. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct efforts to achieve personnel accountability. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms for controlling incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider potentially affected areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update IAP based on review of resource requirements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate, revise, and prioritize tactics to meet incident 

developments. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Demobilize Onsite Incident Management

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement demobilization plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition Incident Command to recovery management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor demobilization/transition process. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Planning

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Conduct Strategic Planning

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional and State/local strategic plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, develop, and convene local preparedness planning 

organization(s).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define and implement the responsibilities for standardized 

emergency management system planning.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate all response and recovery 

agencies/organizations in the planning process.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate nongovernmental organizations 

(NGOs) and private-sector entities into the emergency 

management planning and decisionmaking processes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a gap analysis to identify training and exercise 

needs and to facilitate investment and personnel decisions.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop scalable strategic plans, based on normal response 

plans, to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover 

from natural and manmade disasters as well as acts of 

terrorism.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a national preparedness assessment 

and reporting system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a preparedness planning and review cycle that 

encompasses planning, training, exercising, evaluation, and 

the incorporation of after action reports (AARs) and lessons 

learned.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track implementation of AARs and lessons learned for 

improvement and corrective actions that enhance exercises 

and inform subsequent corrective training efforts.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop/Revise Operational Plans

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a hazard analysis to identify threats, vulnerabilities, 

and consequences to be addressed by emergency 

management and/or preparedness plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency 

management plans (CEMPs) or similar emergency 

management/preparedness plans.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency operations/response plans that describe 

how personnel, equipment, and other governmental, 

nongovernmental, and private resources will support and 

sustain incident management requirements.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency operations plan (EOP) 

annexes for hazard-specific response including natural and 

manmade disasters, acts of terrorism, and other hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and execute mutual aid assistance agreements and 

compacts.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national, State, local, and nongovernmental 

continuity plans. All-level continuity plans will describe how 

personnel, equipment, and other governmental, 

nongovernmental, and private resources will support 

sustainment and/or reestablishment of essential functions. 

Plans should identify critical and time-sensitive applications, 

processes, and functions to be recovered and continued 

following an emergency or disaster as well as the personnel 

and procedures necessary to do so, such as business impact 

analysis, business continuity management, vital records 

preservation, and alternate operating facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional coordination plans or activities that involve 

all Federal, State, territorial, local, tribal, NGO, and private 

stakeholders.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Validate Plans

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that trained, exercised, and equipped personnel are 

available to execute all planning requirements as determined 

by applicable standards of proficiency.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercises/drills of sufficient intensity to challenge 

management and operations and to test the knowledge, skills, 

and abilities of individuals and organizations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop integrated national, regional, State, and local level 

exercises/drills.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional, State, and local level exercises of sufficient 

intensity to challenge management and operations and to test 

knowledge, skills, and abilities of individuals and 

organizations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop lessons learned reports and procedures based on 

real world events and exercises.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, review, evaluate, and update emergency 

management and/or preparedness plans based on lessons 

learned and/or AARs to address problems/gaps and needed 

corrective actions.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Laboratory Testing

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, establish, and maintain working collaboration with all 

Laboratory Response Network (LRN) sentinel and LRN 

clinical chemistry laboratories within the jurisdiction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain an accurate and current database of 

contact information and capability for all the LRN sentinel and 

LRN clinical chemistry laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide all LRN sentinel and LRN clinical chemistry 

laboratories with updated LRN reference laboratory contact 

information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain collaborative linkages with other State 

laboratories (e.g., environmental, agriculture, veterinary, and 

university) as well as the jurisdiction’s National Guard Civil 

Support Team (CST) and other first responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain linkages with Federal laboratory 

networks and member laboratories within the jurisdiction, 

e.g., the Food Emergency Response Network (FERN), 

National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN), and 

the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a sentinel laboratory advisory 

committee or equivalent that meets at least every year and 

includes representatives from clinical microbiology, clinical 

chemistry, veterinary, food, and environmental laboratories in 

your jurisdiction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and utilize a State and local health alert network 

that complies with the Public Health Information Network 

(PHIN) functional area Partner Communication and Alerting 

for electronic connectivity with all LRN sentinel laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain connectivity with the State Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) and other official components of 

the State and local emergency response, including the 

Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communication linkages with local, 

State, and Federal (e.g., Centers for Disease Control and 

Prevention [CDC] Directors Emergency Operations Center 

[DEOC] and LRN) public safety and law enforcement entities 

(e.g., police, fire, emergency management, Federal Bureau of 

Investigation [FBI]).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Hire and/or maintain a biosafety officer for each facility.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a contingency plan for a breach in biosafety.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a ready supply of the reagents required for rapid 

testing of biological threat agents by LRN reference 

laboratories.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a ready supply of the reagents and materials (not 

supplied by CDC) required for rapid testing of biological and 

chemical threat agents at the reference level.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain an accurate inventory of reagents and supplies in 

their respective laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and validate, in partnership with LRN reference and 

LRN chemical laboratories, standard laboratory methods to 

test for chemical and biological threat agents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer standardized technology and laboratory methods 

from the CDC to State and local LRN reference and LRN 

chemical laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, in collaboration with the CDC (e.g., EPA, U.S. Food 

and Drug Administration [FDA], U.S. Department of 

Agriculture [USDA], and U.S. Department of Defense [DoD]), 

additional standardized and validated methods for testing for 

chemical and biological agents in nonclinical samples.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate new advanced biological and chemical rapid 

identification methods, as they are developed and approved 

by the LRN, into the current laboratory testing algorithm for 

human, environmental, animal, or food specimens.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in a CDC-approved proficiency testing program to 

ensure laboratory competency.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in training provided by other Federal partners for 

the use of standardized methods to detect and identify 

chemical and biological agents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide information and training on the use of appropriate 

safety and security equipment and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train all LRN sentinel laboratories in the use of LRN biological 

agent rule-out protocols, specimen or isolate referral

responsibilities, and notification algorithms.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in CDC training to use standardized protocols to 

detect biological agents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in CDC training as required for designated levels 

of chemical preparedness (e.g., LRN Level 1, 2, or 3).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate response planning, drills, and exercises for the 

laboratory with all relevant partners.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Direct Laboratory Testing

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate laboratory activities with the LRN within the 

jurisdiction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as the gatekeeper for the LRN within the jurisdiction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate laboratory within the LRN.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as LRN sentinel laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as LRN chemical laboratories.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work in close partnership with public health epidemiology and 

environmental health as well as poison control to provide 

timely data to ensure implementation of effective prevention, 

detection, and control measures, including treatment.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Sample and Specimen Management

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a jurisdiction-wide transport system to 

ensure timely receipt of samples or specimens for laboratory 

testing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform triage screening on environmental samples per U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and EPA protocols. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate requirements for all-hazard specimen or 

sample collection, packaging, and shipping to submitters 

(e.g., FBI, CST, first responders, hazardous materials teams, 

LRN sentinel and clinical chemistry laboratories). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide consultation to all submitters regarding appropriate 

collection and shipment of specimens or samples for testing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide surge capacity for the CDC to measure metabolites 

(e.g., of nerve agents, in clinical specimens). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Surveillance Support

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire timely isolates of selected enteric and invasive 

biological agents from all LRN sentinel laboratories. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze quickly the isolates submitted by LRN sentinel 

laboratories using advanced technologies to rapidly identify 

and subtype isolates. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide reference analysis and identification of unusual or 

emerging biological agents present in communities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform analyses for BioWatch 24/7/365. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enhance, in coordination with public health epidemiology 

partners, the capacity to apply standardized molecular 

methods (e.g., DNA sequencing) in real time to support 

surveillance and outbreak investigations as appropriate. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Detection Testing and Analysis

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate clinical specimens from patients exposed to 

chemical or radiochemical agents, e.g., tests for blood gases, 

complete blood count (CBC) analysis, and enzyme levels (link 

with Health Resources and Services Administration). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test initial 20 to 40 clinical specimens to assess human 

exposure by measuring metabolites of chemical agents (e.g., 

of nerve agents).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test environmental samples for toxic industrial chemicals and 

materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all emerging infectious agents or possible bioterrorism 

agents using available LRN protocols. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Confirm Testing

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Confirm results using CDC clinical chemical detection 

methods. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use standardized LRN protocols to detect emerging infectious 

agents or possible bioterrorism agents in clinical specimens, 

food, or environmental samples. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify reactive BioWatch samples. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify reactive samples from the Biohazard Detection 

Systems (BDS) located in facilities of the U.S. Postal Service 

(USPS). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Support Public Health Epidemiological Investigations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work in close partnership with public health epidemiology and 

environmental health as well as poison control to provide 

timely data to ensure implementation of effective prevention, 

detection, and control measures, including treatment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collaborate with law enforcement and perform testing of 

evidentiary samples (link to law enforcement). 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test additional clinical specimens by the CDC or another 

qualified select LRN reference laboratory for retrospective 

assessment of chemical exposure following an event. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate testing of environmental samples for assessment 

and remediation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate emerging infectious or biological threat agents tested 

by the CDC and qualified select LRN reference laboratories 

using Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) approved 

methods to determine the agent’s susceptibility to 

antimicrobial drugs used for prevention and control. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use CLIA approved methods for antimicrobial susceptibility 

testing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether an emerging infections disease agent or 

biological threat agent consists of single or multiple strains. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Report Results

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report surveillance results suggestive of an outbreak 

immediately to public health epidemiology.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report results of CDC chemical or biological testing to 

submitting LRN reference and chemical laboratories through 

the secure LRN Web site. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report confirmed laboratory results to all submitters in a 

timely manner using PHIN-compliant Laboratory Information 

Management Systems (LIMS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact the nearest LRN reference laboratory when unable to 

identify or rule out emerging infectious agents or possible 

bioterrorism agents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate public health, public safety, and law 

enforcement officials immediately (24/7) of presumptive and 

confirmed laboratory results of a chemical and biological 

threat agent. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 19

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Plan for Public Safety and Security Response During Large-Scale, All-Hazards Events 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review, revise, and develop public safety policies, protocols, 

and procedures to be implemented to effect a command and 

control structure consistent with the National Incident 

Management System (NIMS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to ensure interoperable 

communications during public safety and security response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enter into interagency agreements and memoranda of 

understanding with appropriate surrounding agencies and 

jurisdictions, with the legal authority of the jurisdiction, to 

ensure adequate response and access to supplemental 

personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify required resources and enter into contracts, as 

appropriate, to access and provide required resources during 

a crisis response to shelter, feed, and maintain a significant 

cadre of public safety and other related first responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve, as appropriate, standard operating 

procedures for the notification and mobilization of public 

safety resources during a crisis response.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve, as appropriate, standard operating 

procedures for information sharing to the public, media, and 

support agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve planned evacuation routes and staging 

areas to determine sufficient public safety resources required 

to establish and maintain perimeters, safety zones, and 

public order as well as facilitate evacuations and/or 

sheltering-in-place activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review plans for decontamination sites and access to 

decontamination equipment, including personal protective 

equipment for responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure hospital and medical supply resources, as well as 

other key infrastructure, have been identified and that 

agreements exist or are drafted regarding the maintenance of 

security at these facilities during a crisis response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and develop as appropriate, in coordination with legal 

counsel such as the city/county attorney’s and/or State 

attorney general’s office, policies regarding public safety 

enforcement actions required to maintain public order during 

a crisis response, including teams of enforcement officers for 

handling of persons disrupting public order, violating laws, 

requiring quarantine, and so forth.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and document, in conjunction with correctional and 

prison officials, coordination strategies for managing and 

possibly relocating incarcerated persons during a crisis 

response.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and enter into agreements to secure the resources 

needed for processing and temporary detention of law 

violators.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review existing protocols and develop protocols as 

appropriate for operation of decontamination sites and

outprocessing areas.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a recovery strategy to access reimbursable 

opportunities, replenish supplies and equipment, reassign 

personnel, and return to normal operation.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Determine Appropriate Training and Exercises Necessary to Address Gaps 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify gaps in personnel training at the awareness and first 

response operational levels, including familiarity with the 

expectations of and demands on public safety responders as 

set forth in agency plans, protocols, and procedures for a 

crisis response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify existing training resources and opportunities available 

at the Federal, State, and local levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a training strategy for all personnel.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategy, in coordination with area jurisdictions, to 

participate in and/or conduct exercises that incorporate all 

response requirements, identify gaps, develop improvement 

plans, and implement preparedness enhancements.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Command and Control Public Safety and Security Response Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel needed to maintain security support and 

response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish staging areas for law enforcement to deputize, 

conduct personnel assignment, and conduct briefing before

entering the affected area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate with other response agencies regarding public 

safety response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy appropriate personnel for public safety and security.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy appropriate relief personnel for public safety and 

security.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public safety and security operations with Incident 

Command/Unified Command.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for law enforcement 

responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for proper sheltering, care, and feeding of detainees. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize available technologies to maintain accountability of 

personnel, track hot zone locations, and track resources. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Public Safety and Security Response 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a public safety and security response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish or integrate into Incident Command/Unified 

Command. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and receive instructions from tactical operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that responders have the appropriate equipment to 

perform assigned tasks. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Assess the Incident Scene and Secure the Area 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure the incident site. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the appropriate emergency medical personnel to 

respond onsite for injuries and fatalities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish inner incident/crime scene perimeters. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document observations regarding the affected area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report findings to Incident Command/Unified Command upon 

deployment of specialized law enforcement teams. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a rapid intervention group to respond to 

unexpected occurrences. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Control Traffic, Crowd, and Scene 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish an incident perimeter and zones. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify security zone requirements. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish force protection capacity integrated within the

Incident Command System (ICS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide force protection for emergency response personnel to 

allow them to operate safely. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and plan for access to the site for skilled support 

personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and maintain an onscene personnel identity 

management system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure animals during an animal health emergency. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and secure critical sites, including hospitals, shelters, 

and points of distribution (PODs). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and provide protection and security for 

unoccupied/evacuated properties within and around the 

incident site. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Control traffic and crowds. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Maintain Public Order 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess situation for public order-related concerns. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans for emergency proclamations, martial law, 

curfew declarations, and other legal issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an initial reconnaissance of the area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate unit, and develop a plan of 

action. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical deployment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tactical operations teams to conduct searches of highpriority unsecured sites to establish security and detain 

lawbreakers as necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain security operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request assets required to provide security. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide security for public officials and investigation teams. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Institute and conduct security operations controlling personnel 

who are allowed to enter damaged and condemned buildings 

and the contents that they are allowed to remove. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Additional Observations: 

Conduct Law Enforcement Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with investigators to interview 

witnesses/bystanders to identify suspects. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tactical operations teams to conduct searches of highpriority unsecured sites to establish security and detain 

lawbreakers as necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make arrests as necessary. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Manage Criminal Justice Population 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish mobile arrest and processing sites for arrestees. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide space in mobile arrest and processing site/area for 

fingerprinting and photos, desk space, interview area, 

property storage, secure storage for valuables and/or 

evidence, isolation area for violent detainees, and a secure 

area for vehicles. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process those arrested (photos, fingerprinting), and document 

arrests. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up improvised holding cells to manage detainees. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detain those arrested (in improvised holding cells). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide detainee supervision 24/7 for the length of the 

incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure holding facilities have provisions for food, access to 

drinking water and toilet facilities, and trash removal. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish system for documenting, securing, storing, 

transporting, and releasing detainee property. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish system to track detainee movement, including

incoming, transfers, and releases. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute notification of the destination holding facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide space for prosecutors/public defenders to meet with 

operations staff members and/or detainees. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport detainees to secure lockup facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that established procedures for transfer of detainees 

during major emergencies are followed. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate alternate facilities to ensure continued operations 

by tribal, local, State, and Federal prosecutors/public 

defenders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up improvised court facilities to ensure tribal, local, State, 

and Federal court services continue. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for contacting appropriate 

parole/probation agencies of any changes in residency status. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols for alternate housing facilities for local, 

State, and Federal incarcerated prisoners. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish equipment lists and mobile booking kits, and store 

at strategic locations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory mobile booking kits on a regular basis to ensure that 

equipment and materials have not been removed or damaged 

and remain in working order. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the capacity to run records checks for warrants, holds 

on detainees, and terrorist lists. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish mobile arrest and processing sites for arrestees. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Provide space in mobile arrest and processing site/area for 

fingerprinting and photos, desk space, interview area, 

property storage, secure storage for valuables and/or 

evidence, isolation area for violent detainees, and a secure 

area for vehicles. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Public Safety and Security Response Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clear the incident scene upon completion of assigned 

temporary duties or as directed by superiors. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return local forces to regular service. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recall temporary assistance resources to staging areas for 

outprocessing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct decontamination of all outprocessing personnel and 

equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify public safety and security assets required for 

decontamination activities. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hazardous materials (HazMat) personnel to 

establish decontamination sites. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with HazMat personnel to decontaminate affected 

public safety facilities and equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief all outprocessing personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate reimbursement process for public safety and security 

resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive and process reimbursement requests. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process compensation claims and related administrative 

activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and replenish public safety and security 

resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute personnel and equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify staff members’ needs based on their level of 

involvement and/or hours committed to the incident. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate, debrief, and outprocess law enforcement 

personnel prior to leaving the affected area. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Responder Safety and Health

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and adopt agency/jurisdiction safety and health 

program(s).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a detailed analysis of the 15 planning scenarios to 

ensure that all workers are protected in performing the tasks 

from all hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and procedures for identifying sources of 

additional equipment and expertise if the safety and health 

program is overwhelmed.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide all required health and safety training, including 

preincident training, site/incident-specific training, and 

exercises to develop and maintain appropriate knowledge and 

expertise for responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct health and safety exercises to develop and maintain 

appropriate knowledge and expertise for responders.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Direct Responder Safety and Health Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor routine and emergency communications within the 

Incident Command structure at all times.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain routine and emergency communications within the 

Incident Command structure at all times during the incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain coordination and communication on safety and 

health issues between agencies and departments.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and review components (e.g., safety analysis, site 

safety and control plan, medical plan, safety message) of the 

Incident Action Plan (IAP).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact and work with subject matter experts (SMEs) from 

public/private agencies and academia who may be able to 

assist with safety issues at the incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess availability of resources/assets provided by public, 

private, and volunteer organizations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional safety and health resources through 

mutual aid. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support decontamination activities. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collaborate with other agencies/organizations/businesses 

regarding volunteers and donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize ordering systems to obtain additional needed 

resources. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Responder Safety and Health

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate Safety Officer within the Incident Command 

System (ICS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assume responsibility for supervision and management of the 

Assistant Safety Officer(s) based on severity and complexity 

of the incident. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy specialized response teams to provide technical 

assistance to Safety Officer. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure ongoing safety and health assessments of response 

operations. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Identify Safety/Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Needs, and Distribute PPE

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Observe the scene, and review/evaluate hazard and response 

information as it pertains to the safety of all persons at the 

location. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify responder safety and health resources required. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide command structure with observation-based 

recommendations for the safety of onsite personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform an incident safety analysis.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and prioritize the operations, hazards, and exposures 

of greatest risk to site personnel and coordinate with the 

Incident Commander to develop specific actions to address 

them and protect site personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist the Incident Commander in developing an incident 

safety and control plan to respond within the capabilities of 

available response personnel, taking into account available 

resources such as PPE, monitoring equipment, and control 

equipment.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Site/Incident-Specific Safety and Health Training

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the availability of incident/site-specific training.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement site-specific incident health and safety plan, 

including after-action care as needed for onscene personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the provision of appropriate safety and health 

equipment.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Ongoing Monitoring of Responder Safety and Health

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the availability of incident/site-specific training.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement site-specific incident health and safety plan, 

including after-action care as needed for onscene personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the provision of appropriate safety and health 

equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist the Incident Commander and ICS staff in implementing 

exposure monitoring and enforcing safety considerations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and implement all corrective actions necessary to 

ensure the safety and health of all site personnel.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command/Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) to ensure that medical unit is established 

onsite.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make recommendation to alter, suspend, or terminate any 

activity judged to be an imminent danger or immediately 

dangerous to life and health.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor hazardous site operations, and ensure that personnel 

perform their tasks in a safe manner and follow the safetyrelated requirements identified in the IAP.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure recording and reporting of all injuries and illnesses.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Responder Safety and Health

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postincident analysis of responder health and safety.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor psychological and medical status of exposed persons.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with long-term healthcare to provide 

comprehensive stress management strategies, programs, 

worker crisis counseling, substance abuse services, and 

mental and behavioral health support.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide critical incident stress management (CISM) 

strategies, programs, and teams.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief hazardous materials (HazMat) branch/group and all 

other exposed personnel on site-specific occupational safety 

and health issues involving HazMat/weapons of mass 

destruction (WMD) releases.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the incident critique process, and identify critical 

safety and health-related observations of incident activities.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Restoration of Lifelines

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure lifeline restoration personnel can access and remain 

in the affected areas to complete restoration activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with State and local emergency management 

officials to determine what credentials lifeline restoration 

personnel will need to produce to enter potentially restricted 

areas and fulfill their responsibilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mechanism to provide any incident-specific lifeline 

restoration contract personnel with the necessary credentials 

to ensure unnecessary access issues will not impede them 

from completing their responsibilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify a sector/company-specific point of contact (POC) for 

police or emergency management officials to contact to verify 

the credentials of lifeline restoration personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a plan to ensure that the sector/company-specific 

POC for credentialing issues has up-to date data on all 

personnel—contract and regularly employed—involved in 

lifeline restoration activities.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Discuss measures that can be taken to ensure the safety of 

lifeline restoration personnel and equipment working in 

affected areas with State and local emergency management 

officials.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the procedure for requesting safety measures (such 

as police escorts) for lifeline restoration personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms to communicate and coordinate 

restoration of lifelines information and activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify a lifeline Emergency Operations Center (EOC)/Joint 

Field Office (JFO) liaison or liaison mechanism to ensure that 

lifeline restoration information and current situational updates 

can be shared by all parties.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with local/State/Federal emergency management 

officials to ensure that lifeline companies have an official 

contact person in each EOC/JFO to ensure situational 

awareness and coordination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mechanism to share restoration information among 

all the different lifeline companies/sectors, i.e., create 

local/State/regional utility workgroups/associations to 

coordinate emergency restoration operations across sectors 

and share best practices.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify interdependencies among all the lifelines.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create reporting guidelines to ensure that all 

company/sectors department heads report important eventspecific information to the company/sector EOC/JFO liaison.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate reporting guidelines—along with contact 

information for the company/sector EOC/JFO liaison—to all 

appropriate (lifeline and government) personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with State and local emergency management 

officials to determine which radio frequencies lifeline 

restoration personnel can use to support restoration activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans/mechanisms to assist in the allocation of 

constrained resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider prestaging equipment, and identify barriers or gaps 

in developing this capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop contingent contracts.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mutual aid networks within each lifeline.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mutual aid networks between lifelines and 

government.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to deal with the distribution of fuel after an 

event including lifeline restoration activities.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider the prioritization of primary infrastructure so there is 

less of a reliance on backup or secondary measures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to deal with the distribution of other critical 

components that facilitate the restoration of primary 

infrastructure and processes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider the essential needs of the lifeline restoration 

personnel when developing housing strategies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider impacts on areas outside the area physically 

impacted.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Pursue opportunities to solidify postevent regulatory relief.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Investigate antitrust regulations that prohibit some sectors 

from communicating during a disaster.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Agree on appropriate waivers to facilitate restoration 

activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Solidify appropriate waivers to facilitate restoration activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop cross-jurisdictional agreements to standardize 

regulatory requirements and postdisaster waivers.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop inter-State postdisaster reciprocity for certifications, 

qualifications, licenses, etc.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with other lifelines companies/sectors to create 

cross-sector exercises to test restoration plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure participation of lifeline sectors in established exercise 

programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share corrective actions and lessons learned with lifeline 

restoration personnel and government entities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate corrective actions and lessons learned into 

restoration plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to government entities regarding the 

restoration of lifelines process.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make best practices easily available.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create exercise elements that require the weighting of the 

benefits of lifeline restoration activities verses the prioritization 

of constrained resources.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop common definitions for essential services, 

credentialing, and access.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate lifelines customers on what to expect after an event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mentoring program that will allow disasterexperienced lifeline restoration personnel (e.g., from States 

like California and Louisiana) to support lesser experienced 

personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training regarding the implications to the private 

sector of “hijacking” contracted resources.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mechanisms to Facilitate the Restoration of Lifelines

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a common operating picture (COP) concerning 

lifeline restoration and government operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify entities affected by the loss of lifeline infrastructure.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify resources required to manage and restore lifeline 

operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the dissemination of status and priority information 

on lifeline restoration activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate between lifeline restoration EOC/JFO liaison and 

government EOC/JFO.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate information about the required credentials for 

lifeline restoration personnel to police and other on-theground government personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Discuss incident-specific safety measures for lifeline 

restoration personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate coordinated radio frequency information to all 

emergency responders and lifeline restoration personnel in 

order to prevent communications disruptions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fuel and critical resource distribution plan for 

lifeline restoration activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate housing strategy for lifeline restoration personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate established information on regulatory relief for 

lifeline restoration activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate alternate means for providing critical 

lifeline services. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Activate Restoration of Lifelines

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate lifeline restoration personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy EOC/JFO liaison for lifeline restoration activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize appropriate lifeline restoration personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize equipment and resources needed for lifeline 

restoration activities and appropriate for the incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Begin using information-sharing mechanisms to support 

lifeline restoration activities. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Restoration of Lifelines

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use mutual aid resources to increase the pace of lifeline 

restoration operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct lifeline restoration operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Demobilize Restoration of Lifelines Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a demobilization plan for lifeline restoration.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore personnel and equipment used for lifeline restoration 

to normal operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document restoration activities, as needed.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Risk Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop Risk Framework

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure senior leadership communicates in writing the risk 

framework and intent to use risk analysis to all stakeholders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop actionable risk management strategy with short, 

medium, and long-term objectives.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop risk analysis and risk management plans and 

procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and guidelines to guide risk assessment 

activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement risk analysis training programs for 

State, local, and private entities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training in modeling and the use of analytical tools.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct risk management training for security, response, and 

recovery managers.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement programs to assess changes in risk 

and effectiveness of risk management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop system for collecting and sharing lessons learned 

regarding risk management.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assess Risks

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct criticality analysis (also known as screening) to 

identify potential targets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments to assess vulnerability of 

potential targets to identified threats.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct consequence analysis of critical assets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct threat assessment of potential targets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct or obtain intelligence community threat/hazard 

analysis through State or local Interagency Working Groups 

(Joint Terrorism Task Force) to identify threats to potential 

targets.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain intelligence reporting and the receipt of the threat data 

through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Homeland 

Infrastructure Threat and Risk Analysis Center (HITRAC).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Calculate risk to potential targets based on threat, 

vulnerability, and consequence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish relative order of priorities for risk mitigation among 

risk portfolio.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct response and recovery capabilities analysis to 

determine capability to respond to and recover from the 

occurrence of identified risks.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Prioritize Risks

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify potential protection, prevention, and mitigation 

strategies for high-risk targets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize identified strategies by risk reduction expected 

outcomes appreciating the various threat, vulnerabilities, and 

consequences that affect that community, system, or asset.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Develop Business Case

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop or select methodology for cost-benefit/costeffectiveness analysis of risk reduction solutions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Select risk-reduction solutions for implementation based on 

risk-reduction strategies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate resources to support risk-reduction solutions. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Manage Risk

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the progress of solution implementation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Undertake corrective actions. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Risk Communication

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share the assessment of sector-specific infrastructure risk 

with interdependent entities within appropriate sectors. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Structural Damage Assessment

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and procedures to identify qualified 

contractors offering recovery/restoration services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop damage assessment procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mitigation plans and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify mitigation measures and emergency restoration 

procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop qualification and certification standards for paid and 

volunteer staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain situation and damage assessment plans.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training on damage assessment procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training on mitigation plans and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise damage assessment procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise mitigation plans and procedures.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Structural Damage Assessment

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct emergency dispatch and notification for structural 

damage and mitigation assessment personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch secondary response agencies.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Structural Damage Assessment Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resources to conduct building inspections and 

damage assessment. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support incident response operations according to Incident 

Management Team (IMT) assignments on the inputs to the 

incident action plan (IAP). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend prioritization schedule of critical infrastructure 

services, facilities, and assets restoration based on structural 

damage and mitigation assessments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and procedures to identify qualified 

contractors offering recovery/restoration services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate appropriate private-sector entities into incident 

response activities.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Inspections and Assessments

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in identification of incident response coordination 

centers for rebuilding property. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debris assessment. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the requirement for decontamination or safe 

demolition, removal, and disposition of contaminated debris. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building inspections and damage assessments of 

public and private structures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the need for emergency flood protection and/or 

emergency erosion control. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the need for additional engineering and assessment 

resources from other Federal agencies, and issue mission 

assignments to activate such resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist with the assessment to determine the requirement to 

relocate affected essential services to backup locations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess buildings and private structures to determine 

occupancy eligibility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded status report of the community, homes,

and facilities identified as safe or unsafe to reenter and 

reoccupy. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine need for recovery programs. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Provide Mitigation and Technical Assistance

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate, fund, and implement contracts for construction 

management and inspection. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate, fund, and implement contracts for emergency 

repair of utilities and other services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage, monitor, and/or provide technical advice on debris 

management and reestablishment of ground and water routes 

into the affected area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist with the implementation and management of Federal 

Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance 

Program to support the repair and restoration of public 

property. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in postincident assessments of structures, public 

works, and infrastructure to develop cost estimates, complete 

written project worksheets, determine priority 

repair/reconstruction projects, and help prioritize engineering 

and construction resources. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Structural Damage Assessment

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a demobilization plan for structural damage and 

mitigation assessment. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore personnel and equipment to normal operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate documentation. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess, categorize, and track health and medical resources 

at the State, regional, and local levels, including trauma 

centers, burn centers, pediatric facilities, acute care facilities, 

and other specialty facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate protective resources are available, 

including vaccinations, prophylaxis, and personal protective 

equipment (PPE) for pre-hospital providers and their families.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient emergency medical services (EMS)

personnel and resources are available to respond to day-today emergencies in the community.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient EMS personnel, equipment, and supplies

are available to respond to and manage a catastrophic 

incident until Federal resources become available.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for effective, reliable interoperable 

communications between EMS, Incident Command, public 

health, and healthcare facilities.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain intrastate and interstate EMS 

communication systems.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols and procedures for tracking triage and prehospital treatment response staff members and equipment 

during day-to-day operations as well as catastrophic 

incidents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that EMS systems include an education, licensure, 

and credentialing system consistent with national standards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and coordinate with public safety access points that 

have enhanced capabilities (e.g., automatic location 

identification) and redundancy and are capable of handling a 

surge in call volume.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a means to allow EMS resources to be used across 

jurisdictions, both intrastate and interstate, using the National 

Incident Management System (NIMS) (e.g., mutual aid 

agreements).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and/or maintain protocols and procedures for EMS 

dispatch, assessment, triage, treatment, transport, logistical 

support, medical command and coordination, safety, 

communications, and tracking of patients during day-to-day 

operations as well as catastrophic incidents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms to ensure freedom of movement of 

medical response, transport, and personnel when faced with 

restricted travel laws, isolation/quarantine, or security 

measures.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and mechanisms for obtaining reimbursement 

for both public and private expenditures for triage and prehospital treatment following a declared catastrophic incident.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training of dispatch personnel in protocol and 

procedures for dispatch during catastrophic events.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement multidisciplinary training programs for 

EMS personnel based on local risk vulnerability assessments 

and lessons learned.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement multidisciplinary exercise programs 

for EMS personnel based on local risk vulnerability 

assessments and lessons learned.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment Tactical Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Medical Branch Group officer.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate triage and pre-hospital treatment operations with 

onsite Incident Command.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate triage and pre-hospital treatment 

operations with the National Disaster Medical System.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and coordinate effective, reliable interoperable 

communications between EMS, Incident Command, public 

health, and healthcare facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess need for additional medical resources or mutual aid.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate recall and/or mutual aid to staff spare ambulances and 

provide immediate surge capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and maintain accountability procedures for EMS 

personnel, equipment, and supplies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical support, safety considerations, and 

appropriate PPE for EMS responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Organize and distribute resources for triage and pre-hospital 

treatment operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Activate Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch and support medical care personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete scene survey. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish scene safety based on the type and severity of the 

incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish triage, treatment, and transport areas. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Triage

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial and ongoing pre-hospital triage in accordance 

with the jurisdiction’s prescribed triage methodology (e.g., 

Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment [START]). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate a patient-tracking system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure decontamination of patients prior to treatment and 

transport. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Move patients to safe, secure, and easily accessible

treatment area(s). 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Provide Treatment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish immediate, minor, and delayed treatment areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide pre-hospital treatment appropriate to the nature of the 

incident and number of injured/ill. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Administer antidotes for victims of weapons of mass 

destruction (WMD). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide ongoing pain management therapy as needed to 

victims awaiting transport. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure documentation of patient care and transfer in 

accordance with mass casualty protocols. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Transport

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify transport vehicles, victims, and priority of transport.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for alternative modes of transport should air or other 

operations be necessary (e.g., helicopters along with a 

corresponding landing zone). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and transport patients to the appropriate treatment 

facility. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide ongoing assessment and treatment en route. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer care of the patient to the medical staff at the facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop local protocols that address return to service of 

transport vehicles (e.g., decontamination, stocking, and 

personnel). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Demobilize Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute EMS personnel and equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing for triage and pre-hospital 

treatment operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify responder needs dependent on their level of 

involvement and/or hours committed to the incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement comprehensive stress management strategies and 

programs for all emergency responders and other workers. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reestablish normal EMS operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure postevent medical monitoring and care of prehospital/triage responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postevent analysis, including development and 

dissemination of lessons learned; revise plan as indicated. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) After Action Report (AAR) Input Form

Capability

Activity

Observation [Insert a short, complete sentence that describes the general observation. Then select 

from the lists below whether the observation is a strength or an area for improvement. 

A strength is an observed action, behavior, procedure, and/or practice that is worthy of 

recognition and special notice. Areas for improvement are those areas in which the 

evaluator observed that a necessary task was not performed or that a task was 

performed with notable problems. Lastly, identify the capability element that this 

observation falls under.]

□ Noted Strength □ Area for Improvement

Capability Element

□ Equipment 

□ Organization

□ Personnel

□ Planning 

□ Process

□ Training

References 

(Standards, Policies, 

or Plans)

[List relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations, or sections of these 

plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations. If no references apply to the 

observation, it is acceptable to list “N/A” or “Not Applicable.”]

1.

2.

3.

Analysis [Include a description of the behavior or actions at the core of the observation, as well 

as a brief description of what happened and the consequence(s) (positive or negative) 

of the action or behavior. If an action was performed successfully, include any relevant 

innovative approaches utilized by the exercise participants. If an action was not 

performed adequately, the root causes contributing to the shortcoming must be 

identified.]

Recommendations [Insert recommendations to address identified areas for improvement, based on the 

judgment and experience of the evaluation team. If the observation was identified as a 

strength without corresponding recommendations, insert “None.”]

1.

2.

3.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare to safeguard animal health.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop animal safety and security plans, programs, and 

agreements.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

control of large-scale animal disease events.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for long-term 

animal healthcare.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols for disposing of infectious agricultural 

waste.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to collect and dispose of infected material to 

reduce the spread of animal disease.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to safeguard animal health.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for coordinating, 

managing, and disseminating public information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate the development of processes to improve security 

at key points and at access points of critical infrastructure.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate the development of processes to improve cargo 

security and screening capabilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage community assistance programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop community recovery, mitigation, and economic 

stabilization plans, programs, and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect information about threats to the Nation’s food supply.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments to assess vulnerability of 

potential targets to identified threats.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance for food and agriculture safety and 

defense.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate intelligence and surveillance activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize threats.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance and information collection and produce 

intelligence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct border control operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect materials for potential chemical, biological, 

radiological, nuclear, or high-yield explosives (CBRNE) 

weapons or precursors.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use advanced information, targeting, and technology on the 

ground, on the water, and in the air to prevent the entry of 

terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other high-risk people and 

goods between and among States, tribes, and international 

trade partners.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify critical infrastructure and key assets within the 

Nation, region, State, or local area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Map threat analysis against critical infrastructure to identify 

and analyze infrastructure asset vulnerabilities and critical 

risk.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct consequence analysis of critical assets and key 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement deterrence and defense protection measures.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement detection measures such as inspection 

surveillance, employee monitoring, and security 

counterintelligence.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training and exercise programs for distribution of 

prophylaxis for animal health.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and procedures to enable 

local veterinary communities to recognize exposure to 

CBRNE materials and to use tools and equipment to detect 

the presence of CBRNE materials.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train the public to be aware and to report suspicious items 

and behavior.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Animal Disease Emergency Support Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans and procedures for animal health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal-health emergency response operations.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and provide regional and State resources and 

procedures for the response to an outbreak of highly 

contagious animal and plant diseases.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct internal communications for animal health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal safety and biosecurity response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for animal healthcare 

through the Incident Command System (ICS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal health disease outbreak assessment 

activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for implementation of a 

local, regional, or national distribution system for mass animal 

therapeutics and vaccination program. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency public information regarding animal 

health issues through the Joint Information System (JIS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exchange and disseminate data as necessary for appropriate 

animal treatment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate site cleanup. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to personnel 

involved in animal health response site operations and 

cleanup. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate epidemiological investigations and lab testing for 

disease outbreaks. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain information systems across animalhealth related response entities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture emergency management 

plans at the local, State, and national levels. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate food and agricultural safety and 

defense operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate transportation response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate, mobilize, and manage resources for animal health 

operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track and report resources for animal health operations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Activate Animal Disease Emergency Support

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate animal health operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain animal health response

communication systems across responsible entities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor and coordinate response team’s possessions and 

deliveries of needed supplies. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Animal Health Epidemiological Investigation and Surveillance

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing monitoring and surveillance of agricultural 

and animal health safety and security. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigation as surveillance reports 

warrant and coordinate Federal, State, and local veterinary 

assets and services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate Federal, State, and local veterinary assets and 

services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether foreign animal disease agent is intentional 

or accidental. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct animal tracing to determine source, destination, and 

disposition of affected animals. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether an emerging infectious animal disease 

agent or a biological threat agent consists of single or multiple 

strains. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with vector control experts to conduct surveillance 

and monitoring of animal infections until population densities 

and infection rates return to preevent levels. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain samples for lab testing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search for materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of materials suspected of being, or known to be, 

dangerous. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Disease Containment Measures

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

distribution of mass prophylaxis from the National Veterinary 

Stockpile (NVS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement animal control measures, i.e., for infected animals 

threatening the public’s health (also includes stray 

pets/domestic animals and communal wild animals).
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support implementation of protective actions 

to stop the spread of disease.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide human vaccination during animal health emergency if 

needed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct strategic vaccinations or treatments of animals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans to collect and dispose of infected material to 

reduce the spread of animal disease.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate cleaning and decontamination of affected food 

facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine wildlife exposure and disposition.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hazardous materials response for disinfectants used 

in animal health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and conduct environmental decontamination for 

animal health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for disposing of infectious agricultural 

waste.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Provide Animal Welfare

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an animal safety and biosecurity response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide husbandry services.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Euthanasia/Disposal

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Euthanize animals to prevent spread of disease. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and dispose of animal health response materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to implement disposal 

methods for agricultural waste, including carcasses, that 

reduce the spread of animal disease. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Animal Disease Emergency Support Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an animal health response operation demobilization 

plan. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement the animal health response operation 

demobilization plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore animal health response personnel and equipment to 

normal operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate documentation for demobilization of 

animal health operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate recovery operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate establishment of long-term monitoring of the 

environment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct long-term environmental impact assessments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide engineering and other support for structures, public 

works, and infrastructure systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide economic stabilization, community recovery, and 

mitigation support and/or financial restitution to key service 

sectors (e.g., medical, financial, public health and safety). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide financial management and reimbursement to affected 

agriculture entities. 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate economic stabilization. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Additional Observations: 
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

CBRNE Detection

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain plans and processes for chemical, 

biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives 

(CBRNE) detection and communication operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional CBRNE coordination plans or activities 

involving all Federal, State, local, tribal, and private 

stakeholders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop policies and protocols for determining appropriate 

locations for detection operations (interdiction points) for each 

CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to identify, acquire, and integrate 

appropriate detection technology in operational environments 

for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols for resolving CBRNE alarms.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures on how to receive threat information 

from law enforcement/intelligence agencies regarding 

CBRNE agents.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures on how to notify appropriate officials of 

CBRNE detection results.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards for detection technologies for each 

CBRNE agent, including sensitivity and selectivity standards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement global standards for cargo screening 

for each CBRNE agent in coordination with transportation 

screening.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement equipment acquisition and 

certification standards for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop technology standards for existing detection 

technologies used by the government and private sector for 

each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop technology standards for emerging detection 

technologies for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate analytical methods to detect CBRNE material.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and agreements to enhance and maintain 

adequate resources and technologies for detection 

operations for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish coordination and/or mutual aid agreements with 

external CBRNE detection and alarm resolution capabilities.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols to ensure that technical support (either 

onsite or reachback) is available during detection operations 

for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify financial and technological gaps in detection 

resources for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire and allocate resources to address identified financial 

gaps in detection for each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a research and development program to address 

shortfalls in technologies for detecting CBRNE material.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and agreements to facilitate the sharing 

and dissemination of information on CBRNE detection across 

stakeholders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes for obtaining data regarding evolving 

CBRNE threats in coordination with the information sharing 

and dissemination capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to facilitate the exchange of CBRNE 

detection-related information and data among Federal, State, 

local, and tribal agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and procedures for detection of each 

CBRNE agent and the communication of CBRNE detection 

results and warnings.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain an interoperable information network 

for detection of each CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement a program to conduct detection of 

each CBRNE agent at critical infrastructure/key resources 

(CI/KR) in coordination with the Critical Infrastructure 

Protection capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a CBRNE threat assessment to CI/KR.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detection requirements analysis for each CBRNE 

agent for CI/KR.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify locations to place detection devices at CI/KR for each 

CBRNE agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize and allocate CBRNE detection resources to CI/KR 

in coordination with the Critical Infrastructure Protection 

capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy fixed and mobile detection resources to CI/KR for 

each CBRNE agent.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain training programs to support CBRNE 

detection and communication operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel for CBRNE detection training.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training to enable personnel (e.g., 

first responders, law enforcement, intelligence, and medical 

community) to recognize the presence of CBRNE material.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish key personnel training standards for CBRNE 

detection.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide CBRNE support equipment and threat device 

handling training to operations and investigation personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement public education campaigns and

trainings for CBRNE awareness.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Publish and distribute CBRNE detection awareness material.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test and exercise CBRNE detection and communication

protocols regularly.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare After Action Reports (AARs), and update CBRNE 

detection and communication protocols as necessary, based 

on lessons learned during exercises.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Detect CBRNE

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations in communities for

illegal manufacture and/or use.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Investigate a venue for the possible placement of a CBRNE 

device.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the use of CBRNE material in a community and/or 

venue.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct continuous and ad hoc CBRNE material detection in 

a community and/or venue.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect illegal manufacturing of CBRNE material at potential 

manufacturing sites.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations at key transportation 

points.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect CBRNE material on people or items entering or 

boarding events, aircraft, mass transit, or other high-impact 

targets. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect and monitor cargo at key interdiction points for 

potential CBRNE material. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify potential CBRNE material at key interdiction points 

that require further inspection. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the ground, air, and sea transport and/or deployment 

of CBRNE material into and within the United States and its 

territories. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen people to detect CBRNE material at all ports of entry. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen material (e.g., baggage, mail) to detect CBRNE 

material at all ports of entry (e.g., sea and airports, border 

crossing points). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide point and standoff detection resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations at CI/KR locations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen people to detect CBRNE material at all CI/KR 

locations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen material (e.g., baggage, mail) to detect CBRNE 

material at all CI/KR. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use intelligence information to focus CBRNE material 

searches and surveillance activities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use intelligence information to target suspect containers or 

shipments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the theft or diversion of CBRNE materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with animal health and epidemiological 

surveillance to focus CBRNE detection on public health and 

medical information (e.g., syndromic surveillance and medical 

diagnostic tests). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for resolving CBRNE alarms and the 

detection of suspect material. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and maintain results from detection alarms and 

responses. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Identify and/or Characterize CBRNE Material

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct additional screenings to confirm the presence of 

CBRNE materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide samples to relevant entities (e.g., public health or 

animal health laboratories, law enforcement, forensic 

laboratories) for additional assessments, as necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct appropriate tests and assessments to characterize 

and identify detected CBRNE material. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether detected CBRNE material is a threat. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather CBRNE material detection information that can be 

used in attribution efforts to appropriate personnel, including 

law enforcement and intelligence community personnel. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan?

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Communicate CBRNE Detection Incidents

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate CBRNE material threat and discovery information 

with intelligence, public safety, public health, and other 

appropriate agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate personnel (e.g., intelligence community, 

law enforcement personnel, first responders, public) of 

CBRNE detection data and results. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate data and observations using appropriate 

formats and standards. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to manage 

evacuations and sheltering in place.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop evacuation procedures for populations and locations 

at risk (including high-density areas, neighborhoods, high-rise 

buildings, subways, airports, special events venues, etc.) and 

institutions that should begin evacuations early (e.g., 

hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, 

correctional facilities).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and distribute public education materials on 

evacuation/shelter-in-place preparation, plans, and 

procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in citizen preparedness activities to ensure that 

public information on evacuation/shelter-in-place preparation 

and processes is effectively communicated.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement programs to train local citizens on 

evacuation, reentry, and shelter-in place processes.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in establishment of public information 

announcements to be issued as part of evacuation/shelter-inplace orders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement plans and procedures to identify in 

advance populations that require assistance during 

evacuation/sheltering in place.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a registry of populations that require assistance 

during evacuation/sheltering in place.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement procedures to identify and arrange 

for transportation to accommodate immobilized individuals or 

others who require special assistance during transport.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for identifying during an 

incident those populations that require assistance with 

evacuation, including identification of type of assistance 

required.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes to ensure that immobilized and other 

individuals who require special assistance can be moved to 

collection points for evacuation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for identifying and collecting individuals 

who do not go to collection points.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify evacuee collection points and staging/reception 

areas (for immediate sheltering/processing).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prearrange contracts and agreements to ensure provision of 

transportation vehicles and drivers during an incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and arrange for the staging and use of resources 

from outside the planning area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to get resources to those who 

have sheltered in place (long term—3 days or more).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for coordinating with other 

agencies to meet basic needs during evacuation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop agreements with neighboring areas regarding the 

movement and receipt of evacuees from the affected area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for evacuation/shelter-in-place 

of companion animals.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for staff members 

involved in evacuation/shelter-in-place implementation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises involving evacuation of 

various types of locations to local shelters as well as more 

distant cities.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the training and exercise gaps.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review existing training and exercise resources available for 

participation and/or inclusion in comprehensive training and 

exercise strategy.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify populations, institutions (e.g., hospitals, nursing 

homes, correctional facilities) and locations to be evacuated 

or sheltered in place.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to identify risk (e.g., from a 

potential terrorist attack) to transportation infrastructure that 

may be used for evacuation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to anticipate secondary 

attack, and identify security and survival vulnerabilities of the 

evacuated or sheltered population and protective 

countermeasures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate decisionmaking authority responsible for 

deciding a course of action to address the incident.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine appropriate course of action to address the 

incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with serving public service answering points 

(PSAPs) regarding communication of the evacuation and/or 

shelter-in-place decision.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess evacuation/shelter-in-place plans, and begin 

implementation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess location of evacuation collection points and staging 

areas identified in plans, and adjust as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care, medical, and other services to set 

up evacuation staging areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess emergency evacuation routes, and adjust as 

needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with transportation agencies to implement 

evacuation plans. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care services to identify location of 

shelter facilities and other mass care services for evacuees. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care agencies to assess the need for 

emergency feeding and sheltering activities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies regarding caring for 

companion animals in transit. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate medical assistance for special-needs evacuees in 

transit. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate agencies of anticipated medical assistance 

required upon arrival at temporary locations (e.g., staging 

area, shelters). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hazardous materials (HazMat) personnel to 

conduct decontamination of evacuees, including those with 

disabilities and medical needs (including their equipment). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with environmental health personnel to monitor 

progress of affected area to determine when reentry is 

deemed appropriate. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and mobilize appropriate personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue shelter-in-place order. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue evacuation order. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies providing emergency public 

information and warning to ensure effective communication of 

evacuation/shelter-in-place order and procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine locations of populations that may need assistance 

with evacuation from affected area (e.g., using preestablished 

registry of populations in facilities). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plan to capture self-reporting by those who require

assistance with evacuation (e.g., via hotline). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct triage upon identification of at-risk populations to 

determine type of assistance required. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement systems for tracking evacuees and those who 

shelter in place. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement notification protocols for communication to PSAPs 

(911 centers). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Evacuation Orders for General Population

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide public notification agencies with information to 

provide instructions for evacuation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate approved traffic control plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies regarding support for 

traffic control. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide information regarding evacuation staging area 

location. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures for allowing voluntary tracking of 

evacuees who participate voluntarily. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor evacuation traffic flow/demand, and adjust evacuation 

traffic management plan and measures as appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide services (e.g., gas, food, water, tow trucks) along the 

evacuation route(s). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor evacuation traffic to identify those who are no longer 

able to self-evacuate and require specialized assistance. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Collect and Evacuate Population Requiring Assistance

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Order transportation services for evacuation.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with supporting agencies and prearranged 

providers to obtain appropriate means of transportation for 

those who require transportation assistance (e.g., buses, 

ambulances, handicap-assisted vans).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans for providing alternative means of transport 

for immobilized individuals or those who need other special 

assistance in transit.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate specialized transportation services for 

those who require additional support during evacuation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of medical support services for 

evacuating special-needs populations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect individuals at preestablished collection points, and 

transfer to staging/reception area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect individuals at nonspecified locations, and transfer to 

staging/reception area.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Operate Evacuation Staging/Reception Area

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish evacuation staging/reception area.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct security sweeps of evacuation staging/reception 

areas prior to occupancy if incident is a terrorist attack or 

suspected terrorist attack.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with mass care, for basic needs 

support and processing of evacuated individuals and 

companion animals in preparation for further movement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with medical care, access to medical 

services for evacuated individuals in staging/reception area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with weapons of mass destruction 

(WMD) and HazMat response capability, for decontamination 

of evacuated individuals if necessary (including those with 

medical needs).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to address needs of 

those who require assistance.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide tracking of people who need evacuation assistance. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide voluntary registration/tracking system for the general 

population to support reunification. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Manage Incoming Evacuees

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish reception areas/centers for evacuees in the host 

jurisdiction. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor traffic movement of self-evacuees into/through area, 

and redirect as necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with support agencies to provide short-term needs 

for evacuees such as directions, information, shelter, medical 

care, and other assistance. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan, in coordination with social service agencies, for longterm support for evacuees (e.g., temporary housing, schools, 

job searches).

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement In-Place Protection Procedures

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify steps to reduce infiltration of hazard(s). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure access to emergency communications while sheltered 

in place. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use the Emergency Alerts System and PSAPs to advise and 

update on information regarding incident. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Assist Reentry

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adapt and implement reentry plans as officials announce 

areas within the region to be approved for reentry. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in the reentry of people and pets into evacuated areas 

when appropriate and safe. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide reentry information to the public on a timely and 

ongoing basis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to provide instructions 

and information if reentry is not feasible. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for decontamination of equipment, supplies, and 

personnel used in evacuation/in-place protection. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing on evacuation/in-place 

protection implementation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release personnel supporting evacuation/in-place protection. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Communications

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communication plans, policies, procedures, and 

systems that support required communications with all 

Federal, regional, State, local, and tribal governments and 

agencies as well as voluntary agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for the exchange of voice and data with 

Federal, regional, State, local, and tribal agencies as well as 

voluntary agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop supplemental and backup communications and 

information technology plans, procedures, and systems.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify emergency communications and data requirements 

for each stakeholder.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a continuous improvement plan that enriches 

interoperable communications to provide advanced customer 

service, reliability, and operational effectiveness.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete an assessment of standard communication 

capabilities for the public safety answering points (PSAPs) 

and public safety communication centers to ensure an 

appropriate continuity of operations (COOP) plan is in place 

for public safety and service agencies’ communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to provide telecommunications and information 

technology support to Federal, regional, State, tribal, and 

local officials and the private sector.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design reliable, redundant, and robust communications 

systems for daily operations capable of quickly reconstituting 

normal operations in the event of disruption or destruction.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate procurement and placement of communication 

systems based on a gap analysis of requirements versus 

existing capabilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop information systems protection procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain automated credential verification 

systems to ensure proper credentialing for controlled access 

areas.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain information systems across response 

entities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop interoperable telecommunication and information 

technology systems across governmental departments and 

agencies.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness training programs for 

response communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercises/drills of sufficient intensity to challenge 

management and operations and to test the knowledge, skills, 

and abilities of individuals and organizations for response 

communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazards incident 

management capability for response communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action review to determine strengths and 

shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan accordingly for 

response communications.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Alert and Dispatch

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability plans and 

protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications language 

(i.e., plain English) to ensure information dissemination is 

timely, clear, acknowledged, and understood by all receivers.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request external resources using the Emergency 

Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) and other mutual 

aid/assistance processes (inter- and intra-State).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate documentation process of required forms and followup 

notations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations on immediate response communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communications networks are 

functioning. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility and 

communication network systems. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Incident Command, First Responder, First Receiver, and/or Interoperable 

Communications

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability plans and 

protocols. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate incident site communications to be consistent with 

the National Incident Management System (NIMS) framework. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications language 

(i.e., plain English) to ensure information dissemination is 

timely, clear, acknowledged, and understood by all receivers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations on immediate response communications. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communication networks are 

functioning. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain response communication systems 

onsite. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility and 

communication network systems. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Communications Support

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability plans and 

protocols. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inform staff and management of interoperable communication 

requirements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and/or support as appropriate 

to Incident Command or Unified Command and/or joint field 

office(s).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and provide telecommunications and information 

technology support to Federal, regional, State, tribal, and local 

officials and the private sector(s). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and ensure connectivity with the EOC/Multiagency 

Coordination Center (MACC). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate communications policy and procedure across 

response entities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain response communication systems 

onsite. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain interoperable information systems 

network within the EOC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate placement of latest technology that is available to 

agencies participating in response. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure redundant communication circuits/channels are 

available for use. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communication networks are 

functioning. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications language 

(i.e., plain English) to ensure information dissemination is 

timely, clear, acknowledged, and understood by all receivers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a common operating picture (COP) for real-time 

sharing of information with all participating entities to ensure 

all responder agencies are working from the same 

information. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations on immediate response communications. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility and 

communication network systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and open State communication support/channels 

to local and tribal government and the private sector to assist 

in awareness, prevention, response, and recovery 

communication activities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Provide Federal Facilities, Task Force, and Recovery Assistance Interoperable Communications

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability plans and 

protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications language 

(i.e., plain English) to ensure information dissemination is 

timely, clear, acknowledged, and understood by all receivers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations on immediate response communications.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Return to Normal Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications language

(i.e., plain English) to ensure information dissemination is 

timely, clear, acknowledged, and understood by all receivers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations on immediate response communications.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications section of the demobilization plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate interoperable deactivation procedures.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications demobilization.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Community Preparedness and Participation

Relevant Exercise Objectives

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□

□

□

□

□

Establish Collaborative Structure and Process for Government and Nongovernmental Entities at 

All Levels 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish leadership support at the national, State, local, and 

tribal levels for Citizen Corps Councils.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain Citizen Corps Councils at all levels of 

government: Federal, State, local, and tribal.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a strategic plan for the Citizen Corps Council’s 

jurisdiction to engage all residents in preparedness, training, 

drills/exercises, and volunteer support, taking into account 

the jurisdiction’s potential threats, critical infrastructure, 

population density, and population composition.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop all-hazards preparedness requirements and a 

process to sustain citizen capabilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to count and assess membership of 

Citizen Corps Councils.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Integrate Public Outreach and Nongovernmental Resources into Emergency Operations Plans 

(EOPs) and Exercises 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate citizen participation in the planning process at all 

levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for individuals with disabilities and their 

caregivers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for individuals who do not speak English.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for individuals with low income and limited 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for age-related issues and concerns.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for companion and service animals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate nongovernmental entities, volunteers, and the 

general public in exercise planning, implementation, and 

review of all levels (national/international, regional, State, 

local, tribal, urban) and types of exercises (all hazards, 

terrorism, bioterrorism, natural disasters).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a database of the jurisdiction’s 

nongovernmental assets, including entities that manage 

trained and skilled volunteers, unaffiliated volunteers, and 

donated goods.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish necessary standby contracts, memorandums of 

agreement (MOAs), and memorandums of understanding 

(MOUs) with appropriate private-sector and nongovernmental 

organizations to augment government resources with National 

Incident Management System (NIMS)-credentialed volunteers 

and NIMS-typed materials.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a process to evaluate citizen 

preparedness and participation and to recognize exemplary 

citizens in preparedness programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to evaluate and periodically reassess 

citizen-related component of EOPs, including alerts and 

warnings, public education and emergency public information, 

evacuations, mass care, and nongovernmental resource 

management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to evaluate nongovernmental 

participation in exercises at all levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support community infrastructure to achieve appropriate 

levels of preparedness, including developing communitywide 

automated alert and warning systems and training citizens 

working in critical infrastructure locations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Provide Education and Training for the Public in All Mission Areas 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan, conduct, and evaluate public education programs for 

citizen prevention, protection/mitigation, response, and 

recovery capabilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide continuing education and training for the public on 

prevention, protection, and mitigation measures; community 

emergency response plans; alerts and warnings (including 

threat levels); evacuation/in-place protection plans and 

exercises; participating in government-sponsored emergency 

exercises; volunteer opportunities and training for year-round 

volunteer roles; or surge capacity roles in response and 

recovery.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for individuals with disabilities and their 

caregivers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities)

consideration for individuals who do not speak English.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for individuals with low income and limited 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols (including 

outreach, training and exercises, and volunteer opportunities) 

consideration for companion and service animals.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train the public to be aware and to report suspicious items 

and behavior. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide crime prevention, counterterrorism, and public 

education program materials in multiple languages. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist owners of critical infrastructure in increasing security 

measures and strengthening connection to local law 

enforcement through Citizen Corps Councils. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Strengthen community-oriented policing philosophy by 

providing volunteer opportunities to support local law 

enforcement. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish jurisdictional citizen educational programs on 

personal protective measures, disaster kits, and 

communications plans. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide community preparedness public 

education program and materials for at-risk populations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide community preparedness public 

education program and materials for non-English-speaking 

communities and special-needs populations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support education and training on automated alerts and 

warnings and related responses. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to assess citizen preparedness and 

implement longitudinal tracking. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Additional Observations: 

Provide Volunteer Opportunities: Year Round and in Surge Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and sustain volunteer opportunities for citizens to 

support local emergency responders and community safety 

efforts year round, including necessary training and 

equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop NIMS credentialing for volunteer surge capacity job 

functions to support all Emergency Support Functions (ESFs)

and annexes. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and exercise programs to 

enable citizens to support emergency response and recovery 

operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to track numbers of volunteers who 

participate in ongoing volunteer programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to track numbers of volunteers who 

participate in surge capacity roles. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement liability coverage for volunteer activity for 

appropriate jurisdiction. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Incident Response

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement public, volunteers, and nongovernmental entity 

roles in EOPs. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Relevant Exercise Objectives

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□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a national CIP research and development program.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific plans (SSPs).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop State and/or regional CIP plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a national risk assessment methodology and 

standards for critical infrastructure/key resources (CI/KR).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop risk assessment tools.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish government coordinating councils (GCCs) for each 

sector.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish sector coordinating councils (SCCs) for each 

sector.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate development of standard guidelines for physical 

security programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop strategies and guidelines for cyber infrastructure 

protection.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop strategies and guidelines for protection of 

infrastructure personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define a sector-specific list of infrastructure assets, systems, 

networks, and functions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific security goals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national metrics to measure progress and to assess 

effectiveness of the national CI/KR protection program.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific metrics to measure progress and to 

assess effectiveness of the sector-specific CI/KR protection 

programs.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement risk and vulnerability assessment 

training.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a system to “Red Team” CIP measures and 

technology.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct exercise programs to test CI/KR 

protection plans.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Coordinate and Manage Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate public-private partnerships for CIP activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate sector-specific GCCs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate sector-specific SCCs.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Identify Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources (CI/KR)

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop selection criteria to identify CI/KR. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify CI/KR within the Nation, region, State, or local area. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Assess Risks 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a consequence analysis to determine which assets, 

systems, networks, and functions are high consequence and 

therefore require risk assessment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments on high-consequence 

assets, systems, networks, and functions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detailed threat assessments on high-consequence 

assets, systems, networks, and functions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine risk profiles of high-consequence assets, systems, 

networks, and functions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an interdependency analysis to determine the 

relationship of risks within and across sectors. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share the assessment of sector-specific infrastructure risk 

with interdependent entities within appropriate sectors. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Prioritize 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize high-risk CI/KR for consideration of protective 

measures. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Protect 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement surge capacity plans to increase CIP 

capacity during a crisis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement surge capacity plans to increase CIP protection 

during a crisis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protective programs and plans to reduce the general 

level of risk for the highest risk CI/KR. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protective programs and plans to respond to and 

recover from specific threat-initiated actions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to defend and devalue physical CI/KR. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to defend and devalue physical CI/KR. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement detection measures such as inspection 

surveillance, employee monitoring, and security 

counterintelligence. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Measure Effectiveness 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect national metrics data. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze national metrics data. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect sector-specific metrics data. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze sector-specific metrics data. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for resource 

management in accordance with the National Incident 

Management System (NIMS), and include pre-positioning of 

resources to efficiently and effectively respond to an event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for resource identification, 

typing, and inventorying.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for acquiring and ordering 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for mobilizing and allocating 

resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for resource recovery and 

reimbursement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and procedures for coordinating with 

nongovernmental and private-sector organizations for 

obtaining resources.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for the establishment of logistics staging areas 

(LSAs) for internal and external response personnel, 

equipment, and supplies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a national resources tracking and reporting system 

that can integrate with State and local systems.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish resource tracking system or resource inventories at 

the State and local levels.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement resource logistics and distribution 

training programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training in emergency logistics that 

incorporates linkages among damage/needs assessment, 

logistics management, and volunteer/donations management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate resource logistics, distribution plans, and training 

programs using exercises ranging from tabletop to full scale.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Direct Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish communication between the Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) and Incident Management Team (IMT) to 

determine resource needs to support incident response and 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify existing internal, jurisdiction-specific resources 

available to support response and recovery operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make a determination regarding the need for additional 

external resources and the implementation of a critical 

resource logistics and distribution plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide logistical support for the operation and requests of 

the Incident Command/EOC.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate distribution of stockpile assets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the handling and transporting of affected persons 

requiring assistance.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate the use of emergency power 

generation services at critical facilities. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Activate Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate resource logistics and distribution support for incident 

response operations according to the IMT assignments in the 

Incident Action Plan (IAP). 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans and procedures for establishing an LSA for 

internal and external response personnel, equipment, and 

supplies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Meet ongoing resource support needs through appropriate 

procurement sources from the EOC/Multiagency Coordination 

Center (MACC)/Initial Operating Facility (IOF). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide facilities, transportation, supplies, equipment and 

equipment maintenance, fueling, food service, and 

communications. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a resource tracking system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting request forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare for the demobilization process well in 

advance in accordance with NIMS to facilitate accountability 

and make transportation of resources as efficient as possible. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Respond to Needs Assessment and Inventory 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine additional human and material resources needed 

to support response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needed resources from the EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and inventory by type and category all resources 

available to support emergency operations, including facilities, 

equipment, personnel, and systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine availability of supplies stocked in distribution 

facilities, national stockpiles, and customer supply centers. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Acquire Resources 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, and protocols for resource 

acquisition and management in accordance with NIMS. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support from the EOC/MACC/IOF to Incident 

Command with human and material resource needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track/record resource movement in and out of the LSA. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain supplies stocked in distribution facilities, national 

stockpiles, and customer supply centers. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Additional Observations: 

Transport, Track, and Manage Resources 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize transportation to distribute resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy and transport resources to appropriate, predetermined 

locations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track the deployment, movement, and transportation of 

resources before and during an incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request State critical resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request Federal critical resources. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Maintain and Recover Resources

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Cycle personnel to allow for rest and recuperation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Cycle resources to allow for rehabilitation and/or resupply

efforts. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and/or resupply all expendable and 

nonexpendable resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recover all deployed resources that are salvageable. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return resources to issuing location. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Account for all resource use and expenditure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established regulations and policies to deal with 

resources that require special handling and disposition such 

as biological waste, contaminated supplies, debris, and 

equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incident Command/Unified Command, EOC, and LSA make a 

joint determination that equipment and resources/supplies are 

no longer needed to support operation. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Demobilize Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine that equipment and unused resources/supplies are 

no longer needed to support operation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement demobilization and deactivation procedures. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Economic and Community Recovery

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop resumption, restoration, and recovery plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate recovery and mitigation planning.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training in stabilization and recovery.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise recovery plans.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Economic and Community Recovery Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate regional and State support for community 

recovery and rehabilitation services.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize recovery sequence for economic and community 

recovery.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the request for State and Federal aid.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish long-term recovery goals.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Economic and Community Recovery 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish community recovery assistance programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct dispatch and notification for economic and 

community recovery personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize requests for technical experts to assist in recovery 

efforts. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement Federal assistance programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement regional, State, tribal, and local assistance and 

recovery plans. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement private-sector recovery, local assistance, and 

recovery and mitigation plans. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Assess and Prioritize Recovery Needs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postevent assessment and planning to effect 

successful long-term recovery, including the mitigation of 

damages from future disasters. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the situation, and forecast economic needs for 

victims. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide Monetary Relief 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess business recovery needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide disaster loans for business. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide disaster loans for individuals. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate individual assistance programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide economic stabilization, community recovery, and 

mitigation support and/or financial restitution to key service 

sectors (e.g., medical, financial, public health and safety). 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate authorities of disaster relief reimbursement 

vehicles. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide financial counseling. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process entity restitutions/reimbursement claims. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide Nonmonetary Relief 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in and facilitate recovery activities related to public 

works and engineering. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess and quantify projected housing needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop preliminary temporary housing plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide temporary housing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide family support services. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Demobilize Economic and Community Recovery 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a demobilization plan for economic and community 

recovery. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore economic and community recovery personnel and 

equipment to normal operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate economic and community recovery 

documentation. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for 

activation, operation, and deactivation of the Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop security and access control plans for EOC.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, adapt, or implement plans to support the Incident 

Command, Unified Command, or other agencies as needed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and implement an order of command succession or 

continuity consistent with the National Incident Management 

System (NIMS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish operational and redundant communication systems 

for EOC operation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all critical communication links/circuits/systems 

have been identified and regularly tested; redundant and 

diverse links exist in case of single point of failure; and all 

emergency circuits are protected with telecommunications 

service priority for prompt restoration/provisioning.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all participating public safety-related 

communication centers—serving the EOC/Multiagency 

Coordination Center (MACC)/Initial Operating Facility (IOF)

directly or indirectly—are secure and functional; have 

established communication links with the EOC/MACC/IOF;

have appropriate supplemental resources and other outlets to 

provide prompt, accurate public information and effective, 

timely notifications; and maintain a valid common operating 

picture for all responders/participants.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all serving public safety communication centers 

have clear and standard operating procedures consistent with 

the potential needs specifically related to the event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that primary and secondary means to establish and 

maintain communication services through the event timeline 

are in place, can be activated promptly, and can continue to 

operate at acceptable levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create one central and one backup EOC/MACC/IOF.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency operations plans, policies, and 

procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop continuity of operations (COOP)/continuity of 

government (COG) plans.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct EOC/MACC/IOF-specific training.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program to evaluate the effectiveness of 

EOC incident management process.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program for emergency operations plans, 

policies, and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program for COOP/COG plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief chief executive and other key officials of the jurisdiction 

in the jurisdiction’s command and control plans for large-scale 

emergencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct annual command and control training and exercises 

for large-scale emergencies.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Tactical Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish organization/operation of EOC/MACC/IOF.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) are 

staffed.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct all support organizations participating in 

EOC/MACC/IOF.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for responders and 

personnel supporting the operation per the emergency plan, 

as applicable.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for displaced 

responder families and general population.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate jurisdictional emergency management operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from response to recovery. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Include business operations center capability within State 

EOCs. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate EOC/MACC/IOF 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate, alert, and request response from EOC/MACC/IOF 

personnel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief incoming personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate a principal Federal official (PFO) from an 

appropriate agency, who will assemble a support staff and 

deploy to the affected area as soon as possible (Federal 

only). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Gather and Provide Information 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all participating public safety-related

communication centers, serving the EOC/MACC/IOF directly 

or indirectly, have established communication links with the 

EOC/MACC/IOF.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make proper connections with other agencies involved in 

incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency management efforts among local, 

county, regional, State, and Federal EOC/MACC/IOFs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) 

and/or private sector to collect/share data on incident 

situation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications and information systems. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect, analyze, and disseminate information and 

intelligence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate notifications are made. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Identify and Address Issues 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and elevate needs/issues up the chain of command 

as needed, while tracking status. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track issues until they are resolved. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide EOC/MACC/IOF Connectivity 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate legal and regulatory issues with support of general 

counsel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate resolution of legal, policy, political, social, and 

economic sensitivities of the affected jurisdiction(s) as they 

affect response and recovery operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate formulation of protective action decisions (PADs), as 

needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate decision to implement isolation and quarantine, 

when needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement COOP and COG plans. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Support and Coordinate Response 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate activation of mutual aid agreements to obtain 

resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and/or support as appropriate 

to Incident Command/Unified Command and/or 

EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support incident response operations by providing resources 

ordered by the Incident Management Team (IMT) through the 

EOC/MACC/IOF/Joint Field Office (JFO)/Incident Command 

Post (ICP). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resource logistics and distribution. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support identification and determination of potential hazards 

and threats via mapping, modeling, and forecasting. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Additional Observations: 

Demobilize Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate demobilization plans and procedures for preparation 

of after action reports. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement EOC/MACC/IOF demobilization, deactivation, and 

transitional plan to JFO. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess and implement EOC demobilization and 

deactivation plans. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and resupply EOC/MACC/IOF entity/resources to 

return to state of readiness. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all pertinent stakeholders across all disciplines, and 

incorporate them into the information flow through a clearly 

defined information sharing system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for coordinating, 

managing, and disseminating public information effectively 

under all hazards and conditions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for coordinating, 

managing, and disseminating alerts and warnings effectively 

under all hazards and conditions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for coordinating, 

managing, and disseminating notifications effectively under 

all hazards and conditions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communication plans, policies, procedures, and 

systems that support required information sharing and 

communications across stakeholders to support public 

information, alert/warning, and notification.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a crisis and emergency risk communication (CERC) 

plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency declaration protocols and 

templates.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for disseminating information on the 

reentry of citizens.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a communications network with State homeland 

security departments.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop programs and systems to process the inflow of 

public-related information from all sources in a timely fashion.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to ensure that information provided by all 

sources includes the necessary content to enable reviewers 

to determine its authenticity and potential validity.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare emergency public information plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, programs, and systems to rapidly 

control rumors by correcting misinformation.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop community-based mechanisms to support providing 

prompt, accurate information to the public in the dominant 

languages of the community and languages and formats 

appropriate for those with limited language competence, 

disabilities, cultural or geographic isolation, or vulnerabilities 

due to age.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency plans that take into account specialneeds populations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency plans that are community based and 

include outreach and education to the public, through 

community and faith-based organizations and other 

institutions, to promote individual preparedness based on the 

risks in their communities.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness training about public 

information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement public information, alert/warning, and 

notification training and exercise programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate public information function as part of 

multidiscipline response operation exercises.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure potential spokespersons identified to provide 

information during an emergency have been trained in the 

principles of CERC.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop tests, and exercise the plan to enhance its 

effectiveness.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazard incident 

management capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after-action review to determine strengths and 

shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan accordingly.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Manage Emergency Public Information and Warnings 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate plans, procedures, and policies for coordinating, 

managing, and disseminating public information and 

warnings.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate internal information programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate external information programs.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public emergency information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement government agency and nongovernmental 

organization (NGO) notification protocols and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a community relations plan for ensuring continued 

communications with citizens and Federal, State, tribal, 

county, city, and private industry leaders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and coordinate warnings, instructions, and information 

updates. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and 

responders for public safety concerns that need to be 

disseminated. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify information transfer among Incident Command Posts

(ICPs) concerning public information. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications and information systems as needed 

to identify information to be disseminated to the public. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement, and provide media outlets 

to provide the public with accurate, consistent, and timely 

information. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with intelligence information to provide State, 

local, and tribal authorities with clearly defined information 

needs based on the threat environment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dissemination of incident site information within a 

National Incident Management System (NIMS)-compliant 

framework. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement international affairs operations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Emergency Public Information, Alert/Warning, and Notification Plans 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate and establish Joint Information System (JIS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate and deploy public information/affairs personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assign Public Information Officer (PIO). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate spokesperson(s). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update the Homeland Security Advisory System, as 

appropriate. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify, as the first responding agency, both public and private 

partner agencies regarding Joint Information Center (JIC) 

activation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate representation of all relevant public affairs 

entities, including nongovernmental organizations and the 

private sector, in any JIC that is established by the 

government. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate domestic and international travel advisories. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Establish Joint Information Center (JIC)

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the provision of timely and accurate emergency 

public information through the JIS. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the JIC, including NGO and private-sector partners,

as appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate the resources and operations of 

external affairs organizations to provide accurate, consistent, 

and timely information through the JIC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency public information through the JIS. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a central contact for the media through the JIC,

ensuring a “one accurate message, many voices” approach to 

information dissemination. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate among JICs at all levels of government. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement routing and approval protocols for release of 

information. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for external media support and operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish adequate numbers of trained personnel at dispatch 

or communication centers to process and disseminate 

information. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Contact Joint Information Center (JIC) Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Correct misinformation before next news cycle. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive, authenticate, and screen information for relevance at 

the supervisory level in a timely manner. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use a NIMS-compliant framework for coordinating incidentrelated communications. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for rumor control within information network. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare postincident information.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Issue Public Information, Alerts/Warnings, and Notifications 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate CERC information to the media, public, partners,

and stakeholders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency public information to special-needs 

populations and special populations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency information to the public that is verified, 

accurate, and as up to date as possible. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate domestic and international travel advisories. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure accurate and timely dissemination of protective action 

messages to general public and emergency personnel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate prompt, accurate information to the public in 

appropriate languages and formats that take into account 

demographics and special needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency public information to special, vulnerable, 

and at-risk populations that are economically disadvantaged, 

have limited language proficiency, have disabilities (physical, 

mental, sensory, or cognitive limitations), experience cultural 

or geographic isolation, or are vulnerable due to age. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate rapid response plan for rumor control and correcting 

misinformation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate critical health and safety information designed to 

alert the public to clinical symptoms and reduce the risk of 

exposure to ongoing and potential hazards. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate guidance for the public regarding appropriate 

donation methods and volunteer activities. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Media Relations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide periodic updates, and conduct regularly scheduled 

media conferences. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track media contacts and public inquiries, listing contact, 

date, time, query, and outcome. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish relationship with non-English-speaking media. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor media coverage of event to ensure that information is 

accurately relayed. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 19

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide Public Rumor Control 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track media contacts and public inquiries, listing contact, 

date, time, query, and outcome. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue corrective messages when errors are recognized in 

previous public announcements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish frequently updated public information hotline. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 20

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activity

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notice of JIC closure to all Federal, State, local, 

tribal, and nongovernmental stakeholders and the media. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 21

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Archive important records of JIC activities as well as NIMScompliant records. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize JIC personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief staff and JIC partners. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 22

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Environmental Health

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: General Environmental 

Health

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health input to the development of 

plans or the jurisdictional planning process (evaluation and 

revision).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and protocols for coordinating the 

environmental health function into response activities 

(evaluation and revision).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the appropriate environmental health official(s) and 

ensure their inclusion in the Incident Command staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify an environmental health coordination unit, and 

develop a mechanism for its inclusion in the appropriate 

coordination organization (e.g., Incident Command Post 

[ICP], Emergency Operations Center [EOC], Joint Field Office 

[JFO]).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate and supervise a plan for environmental monitoring.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for the personnel and resources necessary 

to create and maintain geocoded databases of key 

environmental health infrastructure and to effectively share 

information during emergency responses.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to coordinate the various elements of 

environmental health among the Federal, State, and local 

response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate, needed expertise for all aspects of 

environmental health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop inputs into the crisis and emergency risk 

communication (CERC) plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate to ensure interoperable and redundant 

communication equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health efforts (e.g., response work, 

database management of environmental sample results, 

interpretation of results, risk communication).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies for analysis and 

database management of environmental samples and for 

interpretation of results and risk communication.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public and private laboratories to ensure 

redundancies of capability.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Resolve confidentiality issues for sharing of information from 

laboratory results.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Potable Water Supplies 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazards emergency response 

procedures and protocols for assessment of public water 

utility, alternate water supplies (hauled water, bulk water, 

bottled water), unregulated systems (individual wells), and 

temporary or mobile treatment systems (reverse osmosis 

purification unit, portable onsite treatment).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for prioritizing 

the provision of potable water to affected populations and key 

facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety and integrity of the potable 

water supply and delivery system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency guidelines and operation criteria for 

limited operations (“boil water” or “do not drink” order) and 

plan for dissemination to public and policyholders in 

cooperation with water utilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain intrastate mutual aid agreements with 

water providers and relevant health and environment entities 

for assistance in disaster response/emergency events (e.g., 

Water/Wastewater Agency Response Network [WARN], 

mutual aid).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain interstate agreements with water 

providers and relevant health and environment entities for 

assistance in disaster response/emergency events (e.g., 

Emergency Management Assistance Compact [EMAC]).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of all Safe 

Drinking Water Act (SDWA) drinking water facilities.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Food Supplies 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for the personnel and resources necessary 

to create and maintain a geocoded database of the food 

supply and delivery system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the existence of memorandums of understanding

(MOUs) or other contractual agreements needed to share 

resources such as food inspection personnel, equipment, and 

databases.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address mechanisms to recommend the closing of facilities or

operations, and address noncompliance with 

recommendations in environmental health plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address mechanisms to reopen food supply and delivery 

operations and facilities in environmental health plans.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hazard needs assessment and staffing surge 

requirements in the area of food supply and delivery.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety and integrity of the food 

supply and delivery system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop materials and personnel to conduct just-in-time 

training for food protection. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public and private laboratories to develop 

plans for the lab testing necessary to ensure safety of the 

food supply and delivery system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that environmental continuity of operations (COOP)

planning addresses personnel and resources necessary to 

ensure the safety of the food supply and delivery system and 

mechanisms to prioritize response actions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for rapid communications and data sharing 

(including geocoded data) during an emergency response. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Wastewater Management 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazard emergency response plans, 

procedures, and programs for the collection, treatment, and 

disposal of wastewater (liquid waste and sewage) during 

emergency events, including public wastewater utility, 

alternative wastewater (portable toilets, temporary lagoons, 

waste hauling), unregulated systems (individual septic tanks), 

and land applications. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazards emergency response 

procedures and protocols for assessment of the following 

types of facilities: public wastewater utility, alternative 

wastewater (portable toilets, temporary lagoons, waste 

hauling), unregulated systems (individual septic tanks), and 

land applications. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop SOPs for prioritization of collection, treatment, and 

disposal of wastewater (liquid waste and sewage) for affected 

populations and priority facilities (e.g., shelters, hospitals).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain intrastate mutual aid agreements with 

wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal organizations 

and relevant health and environment entities for assistance in 

disaster response/emergency events (e.g., WARN, mutual 

aid). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety and integrity of wastewater 

systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain interstate agreements with wastewater

collection, treatment, and disposal organizations and relevant 

health and environment entities for assistance in disaster 

response/emergency events (e.g., EMAC). 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of all wastewater

facilities (e.g., treatment plants, lift stations). 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Vector Surveillance 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for vector control. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for assessing local vector control infrastructure 

before an event and how it has been damaged during the 

event. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to assist local vector control entities while they 

rebuild capabilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop disease-specific emergency response plans for 

vector control, including insect, arthropod, and rodent vectors. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile and review existing emergency vector control 

guidelines, including surveillance and control of insect, 

arthropod, and rodent vectors. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop new emergency vector control guidelines (where 

none exist) that include surveillance and control of insect, 

arthropod, and rodent vectors. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plan for vector control, including

control measures for the public and public agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, at the local level, the capability to create a geocoded 

database of all geographic locations assessed for vectors,

including locations that were treated (e.g., larvicides, 

spraying). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to perform vector control operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble an assessment and inventory of current capacity, 

both public and private, to perform vector control. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Building Environment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for providing 

environmental health support during reentry operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures and guidelines for building reentry. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess power supply and generators for priority structures,

and identify alternative power sources. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan with checklist for evaluating reentry and 

reoccupancy of facilities (e.g., homes, educational, institution 

and healthcare facilities) that establishes evaluation process, 

assessment criteria, and indicators of safe reoccupation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a communications plan for safety and environmental 

hazards associated with reentry and reoccupation of homes 

and facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement a monitoring system to determine 

status of rehabilitation efforts and health and safety issues 

associated with reentry and reoccupancy. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity to assess community structures and 

determine safe operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety of building environments. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Outdoor Environment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct research, and establish health risk-based tolerance 

thresholds for key contaminants, including updating existing 

methods and developing new ones (where none exist).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify susceptible and vulnerable populations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of potential 

hazards (e.g., refineries, chemical plants, mines, medical 

waste depositories). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory monitoring and sampling capabilities. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an all-hazards communications plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop MOUs between and among public and private 

laboratories to provide redundant capabilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct geocoded baseline monitoring for all environmental 

media. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct environmental vulnerability assessments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety of outdoor environments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate remediation teams for all 

contingencies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Support for Mass Care 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for environmental 

health support of mass care and sheltering facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mass care and sheltering guidelines that include 

safety, food, air, water, wastewater sanitation, and solid and 

biomedical waste requirements for all mass care facilities, 

including shelters, housing, ice/food distribution, feeding sites, 

and other care facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mass care and sheltering guidelines that include food 

safety and sanitation requirements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter guidelines that include requirements for 

provision of safe drinking water from all sources and that 

include recommendations for alternate sources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter guidelines that include requirements for 

sanitation and number of portable toilets (e.g., toilets, portable 

toilets, hand-washing facilities). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify sources and prearrange for delivery and emptying of 

toilets, portable toilets, and hand-washing facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide input into plans, procedures, and protocols to ensure 

individual and gross decontamination of persons and pets 

before admittance to shelters and other mass care facilities, 

medical and alternate care facilities, reception centers, animal 

shelters, and other places as needed. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 19

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building/facility inspections in advance to identify 

food/sanitation capability and suitability of structures identified 

as mass care and shelter facilities (e.g., housing, shelters, 

feeding and care facilities). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a geocoded database of all predesignated mass care 

and shelter operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update a geocoded database of all mass care and shelter 

operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

In coordination with mass care and shelter operations, ensure 

that the field communication plan includes environmental 

health personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure environmental health support to 

mass care and shelter response. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 20

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Support for Solid 

Waste/Debris Disposal 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, programs, and guidance for 

environmental health support of waste management and 

debris removal. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide technical inputs for waste management 

and debris removal guidelines. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the emergency response planning process for 

managing the type and quantities of waste generated by the 

incident and cleanup efforts. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the emergency response planning process for 

the safe removal and disposition of waste and debris. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the development of communication plans, 

procedures, and guidance for waste management and debris 

removal. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a geocoded database of all waste management 

facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety of solid waste/debris 

disposal. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 22

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems: Support for Hazardous 

Waste Response 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the communications planning process for 

hazardous materials (HazMat) incidents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support in the 

development of plans for transporting hazardous materials. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the identification of facilities for the management 

of hazardous materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the determination of environmental health 

issues and concerns for transporting hazardous materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the development of a geocoded database of 

HazMat facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of appropriately 

trained personnel to ensure safety of HazMat management 

and decontamination. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 24

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop training programs for providing environmental health 

support. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and train personnel to develop and maintain 

geocoded environmental health databases. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that environmental health emergency planning is fully 

integrated and exercised with the jurisdictional emergency 

plan. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to ensure environmental health support to 

HazMat responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training relevant to 

environmental health in drinking water systems to field staff 

and managers of State and local drinking water programs and 

drinking water utilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training relevant to 

all wastewater systems, including field staff and managers of 

State and local wastewater programs, wastewater utilities, 

public health, and emergency management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Include emergency vector control response training to field 

staff and managers of State and local programs with

responsibility for vector control in public health pesticide 

applicator certification. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and deliver environmental health emergency food 

safety response training to field staff and managers of food 

programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training to field 

staff and managers of State and local programs with

responsibility for safety, food, air, water, and wastewater 

sanitation assessments of mass care operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct environmental health training to 

predesignated managers, responders, and volunteers of mass 

care operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 26

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate HazMat response training to field staff 

and managers of State and local programs with involvement 

in HazMat response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and train volunteers in emergency food safety. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to regulated entities within the food delivery 

system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop materials and personnel to conduct just-in-time 

training for food protection. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training relevant to 

all drinking water systems, including field staff and managers 

of State and local drinking water programs, drinking water 

utilities, public health, and emergency management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise programs for providing environmental health 

support. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Environmental Health Operations (Command and Control)

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the environmental health function into response 

activities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an incident-specific plan to coordinate the various 

elements of environmental health among Federal, State, and 

local response entities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine and ensure coordination for analysis and database 

management of environmental samples, including those for 

which other agencies are responsible for the interpretation of 

results and risk communication. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support and coordination for 

CERC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop CERC information for dissemination through the 

Joint Information Center (JIC) to the media, public, partners,

and stakeholders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and communicate environmental health risk issues to 

the affected population. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide input on forecasting and planning aspects as part of 

the Incident Command System (ICS) for environmental health 

needs in the subsequent operation period. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address potable water supply issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address wastewater issues. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 29

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address mass care issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address debris and waste management issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address responder safety and health (link to 

capability). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address HazMat and chemical, biological, 

radiological, nuclear, or high-yield explosives (CBRNE) 

issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address vector control response issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address medical care issues, including exposure 

assessment, toxicological consultation, dose assessment, 

secondary exposure, and medical waste management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address food and agricultural safety and 

defense. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address animal health emergency support 

issues. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address food supply issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address safe reentry and reoccupancy of 

community, homes, and facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address outdoor environmental issues. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 31

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Environment Health 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify environmental health specialties required to assess

and support response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize environmental health personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize environmental health resources. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Ensure Safety of Potable Water Supplies 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide initial damage assessment of drinking water 

infrastructure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needs for equipment and personnel through 

emergency operations, the EMAC, Federal assistance, or 

mutual aid agreements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy personnel and equipment to repair, conduct 

assessments of, provide technical assistance for, and conduct 

monitoring of drinking water supplies and systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a prioritization list of activities to provide potable 

water to affected populations and key facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing and followup assessments of systems, 

including facility assessments, equipment needs 

assessments, water sampling, and laboratory analysis and 

personnel needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing repairs, technical assistance, and 

monitoring for all water systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate water communication messages to appropriate 

groups, considering population and cultural differences. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 34

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 35

Ensure Safety of Food Supplies 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify high-risk foods, food supplies and systems, facilities, 

and transport mechanisms (temporary providers) that may 

pose hygiene or safety issues because of the event. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessments of food facilities using emergency 

guidelines and operation criteria or applicable code. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct field surveys to assess damage to food facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety and integrity of food supply delivery and 

transport mechanisms. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that the safety and integrity of food supply and 

delivery are considered when conducting community 

infrastructure assessments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Record and report assessments through automated systems 

(e.g., scanned forms or handhelds) to develop reports for 

followups and tracking of common and related issues. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine safety of response activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish priorities for response activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate COOP/continuity of government (COG) plans. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 36

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address compromised safety and integrity issues of the food 

supply and delivery system. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training for volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper food handling in nontraditional operations 

activated during emergency response, and ensure best 

practices. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper food salvage of at-risk foods and beverages or 

potentially exposed food products. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend the closing of facilities or operations when 

appropriate and address noncompliance with 

recommendations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide CERC to public entities on topics such as the safe 

disposal of damaged or contaminated food in coordination 

with emergency public information and warning. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure CERC to regulated entities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct environmental investigations of disease outbreaks 

possibly related to foodborne exposure supported by 

information systems that comply with the Public Health 

Information Network functional area outbreak management. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 37

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clear facilities or operations for resumption of services when 

appropriate. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 38

Additional Observations: 

Ensure Safety of Wastewater Management 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide initial damage assessment of wastewater collection, 

treatment, and disposal facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needed equipment and personnel through 

emergency operations, the EMAC, Federal assistance, or 

mutual aid agreements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy personnel and equipment to repair, conduct 

assessments of, provide technical assistance for, and conduct 

monitoring of wastewater systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a prioritized list of activities to provide wastewater

collection, treatment, and disposal facilities to affected 

populations and priority facilities (e.g., shelters, hospitals). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing and followup assessment of systems, 

including facility assessments, equipment needs 

assessments, wastewater sampling, and laboratory analysis 

and personnel needs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing repairs, technical assistance, and 

monitoring for all wastewater systems. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 39

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate wastewater communication messages to 

appropriate groups considering population and cultural 

differences. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 40

Additional Observations: 

Provide Vector Surveillance 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide vector control. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in coordination of vector control response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a vector control technical expertise team for 

surveillance and monitoring of animal infections until 

population densities and infection rates return to preevent 

levels. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct assessment of insect, animal, and rodent vectors, 

including population densities, infectivity rates, and human 

risk potential. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency vector control measures to the extent 

needed to supplement local capacity and reduce risk to 

preevent levels. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor vectors. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to work with local vector control entities to assist 

while they rebuild capabilities. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 41

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 42

Ensure Safety of Building Environments 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support on assessing buildings 

for reentry. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist assessments to collect and analyze data needed to 

determine safe reentry and reoccupancy of community, 

homes, and facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the National Institute for Occupational Safety 

and Health (NIOSH), Occupational Safety and Health 

Administration (OSHA), and HazMat to identify facilities that 

are safe for reentry. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess community structures and issue recommendations for 

safe operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded status report of community, homes, 

facilities, and structures identified as safe or unsafe to reenter 

and reoccupy. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess rehabilitation of community, homes, facilities, and 

structures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor reentry operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 43

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 44

Ensure Safety of Outdoor Environments 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct appropriate environmental sampling 

programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Geocode all environmental samples and make them publicly 

available in a timely manner, where appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide health impact assessment of sampling results from 

various environmental sources—including water, air, surfaces,

and soil—via comparison to baseline results and/or 

preexisting standards, and make them publicly available in a 

timely manner, where appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend and/or lead remediation efforts for individual 

property owners and communities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a sampling plan relevant to the event. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 45

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide Environmental Health Support to Mass Care Response 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessments of mass care 

and shelter operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the environmental health impact of changing 

population levels and circumstances in mass care and shelter 

operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 46

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial comprehensive environmental assessments 

(safety/food/water/wastewater sanitation) of mass care and 

shelter operations to ensure compliance with guidelines. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of potable water at mass care facilities, 

shelters, feeding centers, and sources of ice. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of food supply at mass care facilities, shelters, 

feeding centers, and food/ice distribution centers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of wastewater management (including toilets, 

onsite systems, and hand-washing facilities) at mass care 

facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide vector control to mass care and shelter facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess building safety for mass care and shelter facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support of solid waste/debris 

removal at mass care and shelter facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct followup environmental health assessments (safety, 

food, air, water, wastewater sanitation) of mass care 

operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 47

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 48

Provide Environmental Health Support for Solid Waste/Debris Removal 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health assessment of waste 

management and debris removal practices. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health assessment of waste and debris 

in affected areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor waste management and debris removal operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the appropriate collection and management of waste 

and debris. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance and consultation for the 

environmental health aspects of waste management and 

debris removal. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 49

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Provide Environmental Health Support to Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Management/

Decontamination 

Plan 

Reference Task TaskDiscussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in response to HazMat incidents by providing 

environmental health technical assistance, consultation, and 

support. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that initial and followup assessments of environmental 

media affected by HazMat incidents are conducted. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 50

Plan 

Reference Task TaskDiscussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support in the 

investigation of HazMat incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded locations and results for environmental 

samples following HazMat incidents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support during 

damage assessments following HazMat incidents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in conducting assessments to identify environmental 

health hazards, threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to facilities 

involved in the production, storage, or distribution of 

hazardous materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health technical assistance, 

consultation, and support and coordination in the 

management of environmental contaminants associated with 

HazMat incidents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support in 

establishing and monitoring access restrictions and 

quarantine of contaminated areas during HazMat incidents. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support for 

plume modeling and evacuation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and support for 

decontamination operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 51

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for investigating a 

potential disease outbreak.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for identification of disease, vector, and 

epidemic.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines or procedures for properly conducting a 

coordinated outbreak investigation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain efficient surveillance systems 

supported by information systems that comply with Public 

Health Information Network (PHIN) functional requirements 

for early event detection, outbreak management and 

countermeasure, and response administration to facilitate 

early detection, mitigation, and evaluation of expected and 

unexpected public health conditions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distinguish on the State list of notifiable conditions between 

select conditions that require immediate reporting to the 

public health agency (at a minimum, Cat A agents) and 

conditions for which a delay in reporting is acceptable.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to respond to a disease 

outbreak.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop policies and procedures to respond appropriately to 

positive notifications of medical hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Describe timeframes for notification for conditions where a 

delay in reporting is acceptable.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for the provision of 

medical personnel, equipment, laboratories, and 

pharmaceuticals and supplies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare for pandemic influenza, particularly for the 

stage when vaccine is nonexistent or in severely short 

supply.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to inventory 

medical supplies, equipment, ambulance services, hospitals, 

clinics, and first aid units.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications to physicians and hospitals 

regarding use of testing of symptomatic and nonsymptomatic 

patients during epidemic.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an integrated response plan that directs how public 

health, hospital-based, environmental, food, veterinary, and 

agricultural laboratories will respond to a bioterrorism 

incident.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and exercises for 

epidemiological surveillance and investigation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for epidemiological 

surveillance and investigation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support training on various types and models of equipment 

likely to be used in an emergency through government grants 

and industry-sponsored workshops.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises for epidemiological 

surveillance and investigation.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify applicable laws, policies, and implementation 

procedures for public health reporting and notification.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain public health communication channels supported by 

information systems that comply with the PHIIN functional 

requirements for partner communications and alerting.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide public health information to emergency public 

information for release.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resources needed to respond to public health 

concern.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Lead public health investigations to determine source of 

disease in collaboration with law enforcement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all stakeholders and agency representatives or 

liaisons for public health response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report instances of disease that raise the index of suspicion 

of terrorist or criminal involvement to Federal Bureau of 

Investigation (FBI) headquarters (National Response Plan). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make public health recommendations for prophylaxis and 

other interventions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate examination of deceased suspect patients with the 

medical examiner and/or coroner. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Surveillance and Detection 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate reporting consistent with disease reporting laws or 

regulations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile surveillance data. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze surveillance data. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect suspected outbreak through pattern recognition. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain chain of custody. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to PHIN-compliant information systems 

to support detecting events of public health significance and 

tracking of chain of custody. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Epidemiological Investigation 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch public health personnel to location of suspected 

contamination. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigations to identify potential 

exposure and disease. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Confirm the outbreak using lab data and disease tracking 

data. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define case characteristics. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search actively for cases (case finding). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create registries of ill, exposed, and potentially exposed 

persons. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct contact tracing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze and interpret epidemiological investigation data in 

coordination with data from counter-terror investigation and 

law enforcement. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze and confirm origin of outbreak. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend control measures for outbreak. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Draft and disseminate initial report of epidemiological 

investigation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems to support 

investigating, describing, and understanding events of public 

health significance that comply with the PHIN functional area 

Outbreak Management. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Monitor Containment 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the course and population characteristics of a 

recognized outbreak. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems that support 

administration of outbreak control and that comply with the 

PHIN functional requirements for countermeasure and 

response administration. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor effectiveness of mitigation steps. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action debriefing (hot wash) to identify 

deficiencies that require corrective actions in areas such as 

personnel, training, equipment, and organizational structure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct special studies of critical public health issues. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Explosive Device Response Operations

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, distribute, and maintain National Guidelines for 

Bomb Technicians.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop effective procedures and programs, including 

standardized training to counter terrorist events, employing 

weapons of mass destruction (WMD), suicide bombers, 

vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs), and 

radio-controlled improvised explosive devices (RCIEDs).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain programs to ensure public safety bomb technicians 

are certified and recertified by the Federal Bureau of 

Investigation (FBI) Hazardous Devices School (HDS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain programs to ensure all public safety bomb squads 

remain accredited by the FBI according to National 

Guidelines for Bomb Technicians.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain plans that coordinate explosive device 

response in multijurisdictional areas that protect critical 

infrastructure and key resources from terrorist threats.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and maintain programs to measure gaps in 

explosive device response capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain programs to share explosive device 

response information, effective practices, and lessons 

learned.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist public safety bomb squads and teams in achieving 

increased capability to counter terrorist events with the goal 

of a type I rating.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train public safety personnel to recognize explosive hazards, 

device components, and precursors and to take appropriate 

action to maintain public safety.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train public safety personnel and private-sector security to 

effectively operate during explosive device incidents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide bomb threat awareness training and information to 

the general public and private sector.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish in-service training programs for bomb squads that 

meet or exceed minimum recommendations set in the 

National Guidelines for Bomb Technicians.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initially train, certify, and recertify public safety bomb 

technicians using curriculum designed, developed, and 

delivered by the National Bomb Squad Commanders Advisory 

Board (NBSCAB) and FBI HDS.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initially accredit and reaccredit public safety bomb squads 

using the curriculum developed by the NBSCAB and FBI 

HDS.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver specialized training for public 

safety bomb squads and bomb technicians in cooperation 

with the FBI HDS.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver explosive device response 

capability enhancement training and technical assistance for 

public safety bomb squads and bomb technicians to 

coordinate national prevention and protection efforts in 

cooperation with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver training in postblast investigation 

consistent with the bomb scene investigation concept that 

includes a qualified bomb technician as part of the postblast 

investigation team.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain DHS certification and approval for use of homeland 

security grant funds for selected training and technical 

assistance.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate effectiveness of plans, procedures, and programs 

through realistic practical exercises.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Direct Explosive Device Response Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish onsite command, control, communications, and 

intelligence (C3I) operations for explosive device response 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command to establish perimeter 

control (hot, warm, cold zones) commensurate with hazard 

magnitude.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate unit, and develop a plan of 

action.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize canine, physical, and technical search techniques to 

secure inner perimeter.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Public Safety Bomb Squad 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify and activate public safety bomb squad personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine needed personnel and equipment based on 

information provided. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble properly equipped bomb squad team at designated

location. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess personnel and equipment needs upon arrival. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Additional Observations: 

Search and Assess Site 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Interview onscene commander and any witnesses with direct 

observation of the device. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an initial reconnaissance of the area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency assessment procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct improvised explosive device threat analysis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine appropriate operational procedures based on 

reconnaissance and initial assessments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide positive explosive identification and safety guidance. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify proper Federal agencies if device is a suspected WMD. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Render Safe Onsite 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct IED onsite response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate device(s) from remote detonation commands. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Render device safe. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate offsite location if offsite render-safe 

operations are necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare device to be transported to secondary location if 

offsite render-safe operations are necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure compliance with Radiological Assistance Program 

(RAP) plan, Federal Radiological Emergency Response Plan 

(FRERP), and National Response Framework for radiological 

IEDs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and preserve evidence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate and advise crime scene investigative/forensic team. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Conduct Recovery, Removal, and Transport Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct onsite processing of device components and 

containerize for transportation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport and escort components to secure site. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct offsite render-safe and/or emergency destruction of 

device/explosives. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and preserve evidence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess further the functional characteristics of the device as 

they relate to response safety considerations (e.g., serial 

bomber). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure compliance with RAP plan, FRERP, and National 

Response Plan for radiological IEDs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and preserve evidence. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Demobilize Explosive Device Removal Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct 100% accountability of personnel and equipment. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command and Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) to redeploy public safety bomb 

squad. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debriefing for bomb squad personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debriefing, when necessary, for all onscene 

emergency personnel. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Fatality Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify entity responsible for developing and maintaining 

plans, procedures, programs, and systems across all 

hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Involve medical examiner/coroner, emergency preparedness, 

public health, hospitals, and funeral directors, at a minimum, 

in the development of plans and procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain comprehensive fatality management 

mission-critical list (i.e., facilities, personnel, and agencies).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop contingency plan for obtaining surge personnel for 

fatality management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for scene 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

morgue operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

antemortem data management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for victim 

identification.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for final 

disposition.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop contingency plans for final disposition of remains.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for fatality 

surge.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and implement training programs for fatality 

management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and implement exercise programs for fatality 

management.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Direct Fatality Management Tactical Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fatality management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate Federal mortuary/morgue services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate with local legal authority in mortuary affairs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate State assistance for next-of-kin notification and 

collection of antemortem information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Identify medico-legal authority.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate with medical facility/department of public 

health/general medical community.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop fatality management inputs to an Incident Action Plan 

(IAP) by evaluating previously developed plans, procedures, 

protocols, and systems.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public health and regulatory agencies to 

develop plans, procedures, and protocols to protect fatality 

management personnel from infectious diseases, 

environmental, radiological, chemical, and other hazards 

when handling remains.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Identify key morgue staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Identify medical examiner/coroner staff for antemortem data 

collection in family assistance center.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate regional and State assistance for victim 

identification and mortuary services and the processing, 

preparation, and disposition of remains.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Fatality Management Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Activate scene operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize medical examiner/coroner.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Provide primary care physician with medico-legal authority.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Deploy portable morgue as appropriate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Activate and implement fatality surge plan.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine morgue location.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Request activation of Disaster Mortuary Operational 

Response Team (DMORT) as appropriate

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Onscene Fatality Management Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct scene survey for fatality management operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Document scene for fatality management operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Document (photograph, measure, obtain witness statements) 

in a manner consistent with the medical examiner/coroner’s 

incident plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Gather forensic evidence for fatality management operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Remove remains to staging.
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate remains.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recover human remains in a dignified manner.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Transport remains to staging.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Transfer remains from staging to morgue operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Morgue Operations

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Implement morgue operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Receive remains at morgue.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Store human remains.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Package personal effects found with remains for return to next 

of kin (if possible).
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Perform autopsies.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Additional Observations: 

Manage Antemortem Data 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate antemortem data collection activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish antemortem record repository and its housing 

facility.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct collection of antemortem information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct DNA collection of family members.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Enter data obtained in interviews into library.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Implement a balanced approach to address the needs of 

victims versus those families who have lost family members.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Conduct Victim Identification 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Activate victim identification operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Compare data from morgue and family assistance center.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct DNA analysis as indicated.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct fingerprint/palmprint/footprint analysis.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Check with local/State/Federal/international databases.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Identify remains.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Final Disposition 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Activate final disposition operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue death certificate.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Notify next of kin.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release remains to next of kin or local authorities if no next of

kin are identified.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return effects to next of kin.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Fire Incident Response Support

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, programs, and agreements on fire-related 

public safety protection activities, including regionwide or 

interstate automatic and mutual aid response protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop firefighting capability needed based on risk and 

threat assessment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures and protocols for coordinating protective 

action communications with at-risk population onscene.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fire code inspections, and coordinate with 

appropriate personnel for building inspections and

compliance strategies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fire education and life safety training and education 

programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans, procedures, and equipment guidelines to 

support firefighting response operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building plan reviews to reduce or eliminate hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop plans for establishing alternative water supply.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and implement firefighting training program.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and implement training to enable fire rescue and 

emergency medical services to recognize the presence of 

chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high-yield 

explosives (CBRNE) materials.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop and implement firefighting exercise program.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Fire Incident Response Support 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish and implement onscene management for firefighting 

(utilizing the Incident Command System [ICS]).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive notification of incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Respond to scene with initial fire suppression resource

assignment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrive onscene.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Size Up (Assess Site)

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Observe incident site upon arrival, and conduct initial sizeup 

(site assessment)

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Provide verbal situation report.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate need for additional resources.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Direct Fire Incident Response Support Tactical Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with onsite incident management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Assign a safety officer to oversee firefighting operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish initial rapid intervention company (iRIC).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish objectives for conducting firefighting operations at 

incident scene.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Assess resource requirements.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate fire attack, victim rescue, and ventilation 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Coordinate fire suppression operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Notify other agencies as required by law.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Communicate internal incident response information.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop a water supply plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Maintain personnel accountability system.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Provide for responder safety, in coordination with safety 

officer, including responder rehabilitation.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Search Scene and Rescue 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Initiate search for endangered, trapped, or injured victims.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Remove endangered, trapped, or injured victims to safe area.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Initiate or request treatment for victims.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Contain and Control 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Deploy primary and backup fire attack lines.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Implement fire attack plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct firefighting operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish large master stream to contain spread of fire.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish collapse zones, and protect critical infrastructure.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Incorporate additional resources to contain, control, and 

extinguish fire.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Establish plan and alternate water supply.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Implement plan and alternate water supply if needed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in removal of affected individuals from the incident site.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Initiate or request treatment for victims.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Provide ongoing situation reports.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Conduct Overhaul Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Locate hot spots and hidden fire in void spaces.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Preserve incident scene for fire investigators and/or law 

enforcement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Conduct fire overhaul operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Cause and Origin 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Collect and preserve noncontaminated evidence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Collect and preserve contaminated evidence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Investigate fires.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Demobilize Fire Incident Response Support 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Inventory equipment and apparatus.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clean and repair equipment and apparatus before return to 

service.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Participate in incident debriefing.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments of sector-specific critical 

infrastructure and key resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop methods for emergency assessment of firms that 

manufacture, prepare, and hold U.S. Department of 

Agriculture (USDA)-regulated commodities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop methods for emergency assessment of firms that 

manufacture, prepare, and hold U.S. Food and Drug 

Administration (FDA)-regulated commodities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create emergency response plan for response to all food 

operations for retail, food service, mass feeding, and food 

processing facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency guidelines and operation criteria for retail 

food, wholesale, and processing during disasters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plan for food safety for regulated 

facilities and the general public.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines or procedures for properly conducting a 

coordinated outbreak investigation of food and agricultural 

events.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans or guidelines for properly disposing of 

contaminated food products or diseased crops.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, adapt, or implement plans to support Incident 

Command, Unified Command, or other agencies as needed 

for food and agricultural safety response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for providing surge staff to support 

Incident Command and Emergency Operations Centers 

(EOCs) during a food safety event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for responding to a 

food safety or agricultural disease event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare food and agriculture emergency public information 

plans.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a food and agriculture crisis communications plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, procedures, and systems for 

responder safety and health.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and provide for external media support and operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency declaration protocols and 

templates.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a communications network with State homeland 

security departments.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency food safety response 

training to field staff and managers of State and local food 

programs with responsibility for food safety response, 

including appropriate job safety training.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide food safety training to responders and volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for food and 

agricultural safety and defense.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch food and agriculture personnel to location of 

suspected contamination.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the onsite Incident Command System (ICS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request food and agriculture resources needed for response 

to field operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies to ensure 

the safety and security of meat, poultry, and egg products in 

retail groceries and food service establishments and 

institutions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies to ensure 

the safety and security of products in retail and food service 

establishments and institutions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture emergency management 

plans at the local, State, and national levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the provision of timely and accurate emergency 

public information through the Joint Information System (JIS). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and support as appropriate to 

Incident Command or Unified Command and Joint Field 

Offices (JFOs). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the EOC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate EOC operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain food and agricultural safety response 

communication systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agricultural safety response operations 

and support. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage surveillance activities for agriculture and natural 

resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture investigation activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture evidence preservation 

procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food recovery programs. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food facility decontamination. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate cleaning and decontamination of affected food 

facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the disposal of contaminated food. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate agricultural recovery programs. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the safety, efficacy, and security of regulated foods, 

the blood supply, drugs, medical devices, and other U.S. 

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)-regulated 

products. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the Nation’s commercial supply of food is safe and 

secure following a catastrophic incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement guidelines or procedures for properly conducting a 

coordinated outbreak investigation of food and agricultural 

events. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure close coordination and cooperation among regional, 

State, Federal, and international agencies and with the private 

sector and nongovernmental associations to facilitate food 

and agriculture response efforts. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct agricultural processes for surveillance and testing and 

isolation or quarantine for threats to agricultural assets and 

the food supply. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide food and agriculture laboratory and diagnostic 

support, subject matter expertise, and technical assistance. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the adequacy of food and agriculture resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request subject matter expertise from supporting agencies to 

assist in the response and recovery effort. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish regional and State plans and protocols for food and 

agricultural safety response and requests for assistance. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate food and agriculture safety and defense personnel. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Surveillance 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigations as surveillance reports 

warrant, and coordinate Federal, State, and local veterinary 

assistance assets/services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search actively for food and agriculture cases. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate food and agriculture database and data management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop basic case descriptions by conducting interviews and 

reviewing medical records. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food and agriculture laboratory detection and 

confirmation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate food and agriculture laboratory testing results to 

appropriate stakeholders/partners. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain chain of custody of all food and agriculture evidence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate surveillance findings related to food and agriculture. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile information about threats to food. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use the results from a food sample analysis to determine the 

breadth of contamination. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Trace Suspect Products 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve contaminated food and agriculture 

evidence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve uncontaminated food and agriculture 

evidence. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect the safety and security of the food infrastructure in the 

affected area. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect the safety and security of the agricultural 

infrastructure in the affected area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect and monitor meat, poultry, and egg establishments 

that can continue to operate in the affected area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect food facilities that can continue to operate in the 

affected area. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use laboratory testing and field investigations to identify 

products that are safe and fit for human consumption. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct product tracing to determine the source, destination, 

and disposition of adulterated or contaminated products. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection and monitoring of food products and 

establishments in affected areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection and monitoring of agriculture products and 

establishments in affected areas. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Generate possible associations of transmission, exposure, 

and source of food and agriculture events. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify possible sources of food and agricultural safety event. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify populations and locations at risk from food and/or 

agricultural safety event. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Additional Observations: 

Implement Control Measures for Contaminated Food Products or Diseased Crops 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure the contamination source and affected areas during a 

food and agriculture event. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate information to the public regarding 

disposal of potentially contaminated food. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the need for a food embargo or detention. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the need for food condemnation, retention, or 

seizure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the need to stop the movement of food. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Control all identified food safety and inspection serviceinspected products at inspected establishments that are 

suspected of being contaminated through product recall, 

administrative detention, and plant closures. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Control any foodstuffs or other HHS-regulated products 

suspected of being contaminated following an establishment’s 

inspections through product recall, administrative detention,

and plant closures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Control all identified products at inspected facilities suspected 

of being contaminated through product recall and 

administrative detention. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Stop all interstate movement of regulated plant articles and 

means of conveyance as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for embargoed food storage. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Product Disposal and Surface and Food Facility Decontamination 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify assets for food and agriculture decontamination 

activities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement food and agriculture hazardous material (HazMat) 

disposal plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surface and facility decontamination. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform food and agriculture cleanup operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of contaminated food. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 19

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Relevant Exercise Objectives

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□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain operationally sound policies to comply 

with regulatory, statutory, privacy, and other issues that may 

govern the gathering of information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain procedures, systems, and/or 

technology to process the inflow of gathered information from 

all sources in a timely fashion.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide States and tribal authorities with 

information needs clearly defined by the Federal community 

based on the threat environment in a timely manner.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide the Federal community with feedback on specificity 

and relevance of Federal information needs products defined 

by the State.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate information needs from Federal community 

and States to local law enforcement, tribal, private sector, 

and other appropriate personnel as needed and in a timely 

manner.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide feedback from information-gathering entities to the 

State on specificity and relevance of State information needs 

products.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and communicate baseline indicators and warnings 

sets from Federal community to State and tribal authorities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine within the Federal community Essential Elements 

Of Information (EEI) that can be used to identify terrorist 

operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and initiate terrorism indicator sets and relationship 

training programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and distribute information gathering and reporting 

programs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and initiate critical infrastructure surveillance 

technique and criteria.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training feedback to Federal trainers.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Gather Information

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather homeland security information during routine day-today activities, and pass to appropriate authorities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify items and materials used by criminal and/or terrorist 

organizations to carry out attacks.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Catalog information provided by all sources, and retain in a 

database to enable timely retrieval.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct information gathering operations on critical 

infrastructure and other potentially high-risk locations or 

assets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate information-gathering activities with relevant tribal, 

local, State, and Federal entities on an ongoing basis, in 

particular with the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) in 

terrorism-related cases.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish short-, medium-, and long-term coordinated 

information gathering policies, procedures, and systems.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Identify Suspicious Circumstances

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize suspicious activities involving items and materials 

used by criminal and/or terrorist organizations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize and identify suspicious circumstances or indicators 

and warnings that may be associated with planning, support, 

and operations related to potential criminal and/or terroristrelated activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize a predefined notification process to advise law 

enforcement of suspicious activity.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify law enforcement of potential terrorist activities 

in/around or related to private-sector businesses/operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Screen Information 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide guidance to create linked, compatible national 

database architecture.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Query databases or records to check for significance of 

information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain and update procedures and/or systems to process 

the inflow of gathered information from all sources in a timely 

fashion.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings 

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide terminology/lexicon glossary from Federal 

Government to all relevant fusion center/process entities to 

eliminate agency-to-agency terminology confusion.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tearline formats to ensure that State, local, and/or tribal 

officials with varying levels of clearance have access to 

useful information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a broad, national, uniform template for analytic 

products.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide guidance for planners to develop their own current 

intelligence products, indications, and warnings at all levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidance for establishing threat at the management 

level.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop means to share regional and State indications and 

warnings.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop memorandums of understanding (MOUs) for 

information sharing with other fusion centers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines for tailoring information according to 

audience.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for establishing and staffing 

fusion center.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop job descriptions and training requirements for 

personnel.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train permanent and assigned analytical staff on the 

intelligence cycle and developing analytic products.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national standard for training fusion center/process 

staff.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Establish Fusion Center 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a fusion center/process using the 

national guidelines and standards; collocate with an existing 

entity if practicable/desirable.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Sustain technical and procedural connectivity with critical 

intelligence and information streams.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Access intelligence and information repositories at all levels of 

classification, as necessary.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate technological redundancy.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate the fusion center/process principles of the 

Criminal Intelligence Model Policy (International Association 

of Chiefs of Police [IACP]).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communications, including electronic 

connectivity with other region fusion center/processes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Relay/pass terrorist-related information to the Federal Bureau 

of Investigation (FBI) Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) and 

FBI Field Intelligence Group (FIG). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to privacy and security rules in operating fusion 

center/process. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Access Information 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive, extract, or collect information from all available 

sources, including all relevant databases and systems 

available to the State fusion center, on a continuous basis 

and with appropriate technological redundancy. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that unclassified briefings, reports, and alerts are used 

whenever possible to provide credible information that allows 

public safety, private sector, and non-law enforcement 

agencies to develop intelligence- and information-driven 

prevention plans without compromising source or collection 

methods. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Analyze Information/Intelligence 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize intelligence based on relevance of the information 

and the finished intelligence products to potential threat 

elements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Blend, reconcile, and deconflict data, information, and 

intelligence received from multiple sources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify patterns and trends that may indicate emerging, 

immediate, or long-term threat condition. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify links between terrorism-related intelligence and 

information related to traditional criminal activity to identify 

activities indicative of an imminent or potential threat. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize all relevant and useful analytic methodologies, tools, 

and technology to provide a more comprehensive and useful 

product. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Additional Observations: 

Develop Analytic Products 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide briefings, reports, and/or alerts tailored to recipients 

with detailed, specific information on actions or activities that 

may be indicative of an emerging threat. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze information needs on a continuous basis for shortand long-term intelligence requirements. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Archive information and intelligence in a searchable repository 

to support future efforts by all fusion analysts. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Vet and review products prior to distribution. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all Federal, State, regional, tribal, and local 

stakeholders for inclusion in the information-sharing 

framework.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify non-law enforcement governmental entities and 

officials for inclusion in the information-sharing framework.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate law enforcement and other enforcement 

governmental personnel for receipt of security clearances at 

an appropriate level to ensure effective dissemination of 

critical information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop information-sharing network standards: survivable, 

interoperable, compatible, secure, accessible.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop alternate, supplemental, and backup routing 

procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain operationally sound policies to comply 

with regulatory, statutory, privacy, and other issues that may 

govern the gathering of information.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regulatory, statutory, and/or privacy policies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a clearly defined process for preventing, reporting, 

and addressing the inappropriate disclosure of information 

and/or intelligence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a clearly defined mechanism/process (reduced to a 

single pipeline wherever possible or prudent) for sharing 

information/intelligence between Federal and State sources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish alternative, supplemental, and backup mechanisms 

for routing information and/or intelligence to the necessary 

agencies.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct exercises to test intelligence and 

information sharing and dissemination tasks within a single 

unit and jointly with other jurisdictions and levels of 

government.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train appropriate personnel on intelligence/information 

sharing, and disseminate processes and procedures.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Incorporate All Stakeholders in Information Flow 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share information and/or intelligence between Federal, State, 

local, and tribal levels by using clearly defined 

mechanisms/processes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to predefined security clearances and need-to-know 

parameters when disseminating information and intelligence.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Comply with regulatory, statutory, privacy-related, and other 

issues that may govern the sharing of information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prevent, report, and/or address inappropriate disclosures of 

information and/or intelligence.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Vertically Flow Information 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share intelligence and information systematically between 

Federal, State, local, and regional entities in a timely manner. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate relevant intelligence and/or information from 

Federal or State entities to local authorities in a usable format 

and in a timely manner. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate relevant information and/or intelligence products 

to street-level law enforcement personnel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide relevant intelligence and/or information from local 

authorities to Federal or State entities in a usable format and 

in a timely manner. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Declassify or provide tear lines for relevant information and/or 

intelligence. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Horizontally Flow Information 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to horizontal coordination across jurisdictions among 

law enforcement and other appropriate agencies at all levels 

through effective and timely information sharing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share intelligence and/or information across disciplines in a 

timely and effective manner. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Structure dissemination and information-sharing mechanisms 

so that private-sector entities receive accurate, timely, and 

unclassified information that is updated frequently and is 

consistent with their formal intelligence requirements. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Isolation and Quarantine

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for implementing 

isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Introduce legislation authorizing isolation and quarantine 

(including quarantine of groups).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for coordinating quarantine activation and 

enforcement with public safety and law enforcement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Stand up isolation and quarantine units (including defining 

procedures/protocols) in all 83 of the target cities and as 

needed in foreign countries.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to monitor longterm health effects across community interests.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish systems, programs, and resources for implementing 

isolation and quarantine.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Improve monitoring of adverse treatment reactions among 

those people who have received medical countermeasures 

and have been isolated or quarantined.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and implement policies to deal with the financial 

impact to individuals who are placed in isolation or quarantine 

and to the public health system.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan?

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises for isolation and 

quarantine.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Direct Isolation and Quarantine Tactical Operations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify decisionmakers to oversee isolation and quarantine 

conduct.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop disease-specific isolation and quarantine plan.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify applicable isolation and quarantine laws, policies, and 

implementation procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide isolation and quarantine information to emergency 

public information for release.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to disseminate 

health and safety information to the public.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public information releases about people who 

have been isolated or quarantined.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies regarding 

notification of quarantine or isolation to ensure compliance of 

the general public (e.g., doors are locked and may be opened 

only by public health official or designated persons).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Promote the public acceptance of isolation and quarantine as 

necessary control measures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to provide timely 

dissemination of health and safety information to the public 

regarding risk and protective actions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to monitor and enforce 

restrictions, if necessary.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate judicial review of isolation and quarantine 

orders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public health and medical services to ensure 

appropriate care for individuals who have been isolated or 

quarantined.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure critical medical care for any ill individuals (related or 

unrelated to the epidemic).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate comprehensive stress management strategies, 

programs, and crisis response teams for isolation and 

quarantine operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist public health in disease control, quarantine, 

containment, and eradication.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care to provide water, food, and bulk 

supplies to isolated and quarantined individuals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that adequate food, water, and medication are 

provided to quarantined or isolated persons (through public 

health officials, with oversight by case manager). (Note: This 

involves all appropriate sectors, not just public health 

officials.) 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public works for retrieval and disposal of 

contaminated articles from homes or other locations where 

individuals are isolated or quarantined.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the agriculture community regarding potential 

animal influence on need for isolation/quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report health status data on isolated and quarantined 

populations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor for fever or evidence of infection (quarantine) or 

progression of illness requiring hospitalization (isolation) by 

epidemic agent.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and respond to adverse events (epidemic treatment or 

prophylaxis).

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Activate Isolation and Quarantine 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify community sites suitable for quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue isolation and quarantine order or an agreement for 

voluntary isolation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue an order that closes public venues based on the 

recommendation of an epidemiologist.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate guidelines for isolation and quarantine 

restrictions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate protocols for isolation and caregiver treatment of 

isolated individuals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Stand up isolation and quarantine units.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure mental healthcare and access to religious practices.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure access to communication with family and friends to 

reduces unnecessary stress.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and culturally 

and linguistically appropriate instruction on its use for 

household members and caregivers.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Implement Travel Restrictions 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish traveler screening locations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen inbound/outbound travelers from outbreak or 

pandemic areas for illness or exposure.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prevent boarding of potentially infected passengers in foreign 

countries with endemic disease.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate international travelers on health risks and symptoms.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen and educate all staff of outbound flights to exclude 

potentially infected passengers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate and quarantine potentially infected travelers.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Implement Voluntary Isolation and Quarantine 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire identification information of affected individuals under 

voluntary isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical and supportive care guidance to community 

under voluntary isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide infection control education materials to community 

under voluntary isolation and quarantine and hospitals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor health status of voluntarily isolated and quarantined 

individuals and caregivers in the community and hospitals.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for transportation to designated healthcare facilities 

of critically ill individuals under voluntary isolation and 

quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor compliance in whatever way is necessary (e.g., direct 

communication with the person under order via landline).

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Implement Mandatory Isolation and Quarantine 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire identification information of affected individuals under 

mandatory isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical and supportive care guidance to affected 

population under mandatory isolation and quarantine.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor compliance with infection control and mandatory 

restrictions of movement.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor health status of individuals and caregivers under 

mandatory isolation and quarantine and hospital staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for transportation to designated healthcare facilities 

of critically ill individuals under mandatory isolation and 

quarantine.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Demobilize Isolation and Quarantine 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing on isolation and quarantine 

implementation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release personnel supporting isolation and quarantine 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute resources and facilities supporting isolation and 

quarantine operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish an infrastructure by which States and local 

governments can exchange terrorism and crime information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, implement, and maintain an interagency or 

multijurisdictional training plan that ensures commonality in 

terrorism investigation subject matter being presented to law 

enforcement (State, local, tribal) and non-law enforcement 

(e.g., department of motor vehicles, public health and safety) 

personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, implement, and maintain a plan for using Federal 

specialized units or personnel in conjunction with an active 

investigation of a critical event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a governmentwide program to ensure that the armed 

services (e.g., maritime forces) and appropriate law 

enforcement agencies have the capability to operate together 

in a mutually supportive and complementary role.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for conducting appropriate background 

investigations on personnel applying for sensitive positions in 

government, law enforcement, and the private sector.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train appropriate investigative personnel in the proper use of 

personal protective equipment (PPE).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training in general safety procedures for a variety of 

potentially hazardous environments.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement an interagency terrorism investigation 

training plan that ensures commonality in terrorism 

investigations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct exercises to test counter-terror 

investigation and law enforcement tasks within a single unit 

and jointly with other jurisdictions and levels of government.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Conduct Investigations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize terrorism indications and warnings that arise 

during the course of investigations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with private businesses related to 

an investigation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Engage in effective source development activities, including 

maintaining source confidentiality.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement proper procedures and processes when 

conducting terrorism-related investigations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow standard crime scene procedures.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain ability to address chemical, biological, radiological, 

nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) hazards that may 

be encountered during the course of an investigation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather, catalogue, and preserve evidence for prosecutorial 

purposes and attribution. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with officials from critical infrastructure, key 

resources, and the private sector to facilitate an investigation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize indicators and warnings of potential terroristrelated activity during criminal investigations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 

Share Information Related to Investigations 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and maintain liaisons with appropriate lead Federal 

terrorism investigation entities (i.e., Joint Terrorism Task 

Force [JTTF]). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with private businesses, 

industries, and facilities to assist an investigation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with Federal, State, local, and 

tribal governments to assist an investigation. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish, use, and maintain clear lines of reporting for 

information related to ongoing investigations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact the JTTF in a timely fashion when any connection to 

terrorism is discovered. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share investigation-related information across jurisdictions 

and among law enforcement and other agencies as 

appropriate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deliver investigation-related information through 

preestablished channels appropriate for the originating 

source. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow up with reporting entity if more information is 

necessary. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide investigators with timely threat and intelligence 

information. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow legal protocols on handling and disseminating 

information related to an ongoing investigation. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Deploy Specially Trained Personnel 

Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain access to special operations teams (e.g., special 

weapons and tactics [SWAT] teams). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain access to personnel with specialized skills (e.g., 

foreign language fluency). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch special operations teams according to standard 

policies and procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical deployment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance of suspects. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure incident scene. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess incident, and develop action plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hostage negotiations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine and don appropriate PPE. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical entry to disarm, detain, or otherwise render 

harmless the suspects in accordance with the use of force 

policy or rules of engagement. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan 

Reference Task Task Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute search and seizure procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Apprehend suspects. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mission debriefing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Translate documents and discourse, and conduct interviews 

in languages other than English when appropriate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Immediately share intelligence information from an operation 

and archive all data in appropriate formats to allow for quick 

retrieval for subsequent analysis and investigation. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services) 

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for the provision of 

mass care services to general populations in coordination 

with all responsible agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for the provision of 

services for companion animals in coordination with all 

responsible agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes and criteria for conducting an assessment 

(functional, cultural, dietary, medical) of the general 

population registering at the shelter to determine suitability for 

the shelter and the transference of individuals and 

caregivers/family members to more appropriate care facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures to ensure maximum 

retention of people with disabilities in general population 

shelters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to ensure that general population 

shelters allow individuals to bring in existing support systems 

(including service animals and caregivers).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish procedures for identifying and receiving individuals 

to general population shelter when they no longer need to be 

accommodated at the functional and medical sheltering 

service location.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for close cooperation 

between general population shelters, functional and medical 

support shelters, and other medical facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for activation and 

mobilization of mass care staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures to address common 

issues (e.g. cultural, language, people with disabilities in 

general population shelters) as part of the mass care service 

delivery.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for preidentification 

of sufficient and suitable facilities for evacuation and 

postimpact shelters (including nontraditional shelter facilities 

such as camps, hotels, etc.).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enter preidentified shelter facilities into the National Shelter 

System (NSS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify accessible shelters as part of preidentification of 

shelter option choices.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter contingency plans that allow for shelter selfsufficiency for a minimum 48 hours without resupply.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter contingency plans that allow for shelter 

relocation when shelter is no longer habitable due to 

changing incident conditions (e.g., structural damage, 

contamination).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for coordination of 

mass care services with agencies providing human services 

and housing (e.g., welfare inquiry, transitional/interim housing 

services, other individual/family assistance programs) and 

family reunification.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for coordination of 

mass care services with supporting agencies (e.g., 

conducting decontamination, citizen evacuation/shelter-inplace, volunteer management and donations, environmental 

health, and public safety and security).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop public education materials concerning mass care 

services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop criteria and guidance materials for sheltering 

companion animals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop vendor agreements, memorandums of 

understanding (MOUs), or memorandums of agreement 

(MOAs) for critical mass care resources as appropriate.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for mass care 

personnel including sheltering, feeding, and bulk distribution 

for general population.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for shelter staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for mass care 

personnel including sheltering, feeding, and bulk distribution 

for general population.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for mass care 

personnel for delivery of mass care companion animal 

services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for mass care 

personnel for delivery of companion animal services.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mass Care Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial and ongoing mass care needs assessment for 

sheltering, feeding, and bulk distribution.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain information on population and location of potentially 

affected populations as part of planning process.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate anticipated need for mass care services with 

agencies responsible for evacuation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate sites to serve as mass care facilities including

shelters, feeding sites, reception centers, food preparation 

sites, distribution points, etc.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring sheltering services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring feeding services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring bulk distribution of relief items. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a daily counting and reporting system for 

sheltering, feeding, and bulk distribution items delivered. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate contingency plans for shelter surge capacity, as 

needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate vendor agreements/MOUs/MOAs in support of mass 

care activities as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire and provide resources necessary to support mass 

care services. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate communication systems for mass care 

personnel and facilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Supervise and support day-to-day mass care operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate accurate, timely, and accessible information to 

the public, media, support agencies, and vendors about mass 

care services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass care services for general population with 

appropriate agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies on common population 

issues (e.g. disability, language, culture). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessment of mass care 

operations with agencies responsible for environmental 

health. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of cessation of mass care operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass care services for companion animals and 

owners with appropriate agencies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activate Mass Care

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify mass care staff. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize needed mass care resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble mass care teams for each identified mass care 

facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble mass care teams for each identified mass care site 

(e.g. shelter, feeding, bulk distribution). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate emergency shelters. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize veterinary and animal shelter services. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble teams for each identified companion animal site. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Shelter Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether areas are located in a safe area as 

determined by appropriate government agencies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff shelter with appropriately trained personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up shelter for operations. 

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Establish self-sufficiency (water/food/staffing) of shelter for 

minimum of 48 hours. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate communication systems are available for 

shelter staff. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct regular communications with mass care 

management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide regular updates on shelter needs and capacity. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of mass care services within the shelter. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of shelter support services with 

appropriate agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure shelter facility is accessible or provides temporary 

accessibility solutions where feasible. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate government agency to conduct 

an environmental health assessment for mass care 

operations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate government agency to ensure 

any necessary decontamination is provided for shelter 

residents before entering shelter facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dissemination of information about locations of 

different kinds of shelter, including companion animal 

shelters, general population shelters, and functional and 

medical support shelters. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Shelter General Population

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct shelter registration for general population.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessment of population registering at shelter 

to ensure appropriate shelter services are provided. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detailed assessments to identify types and levels of 

support needed to maintain functional independence of those 

individuals with disabilities and determine whether these 

needs can be met in general population shelters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with functional and medical support shelter 

capability to ensure that individuals are referred to appropriate 

settings and appropriate functional and medical care is 

provided. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes to address issues identified in the 

assessment of shelter registrants.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make arrangements to transfer individuals and 

caregivers/family members to appropriate care facilities when 

necessary.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional resources and equipment necessary to 

support shelter operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement mechanisms for daily reporting of shelter 

population and locations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate to provide security services if needed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate feeding services for general populations in 

shelters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide culturally and restricted diet appropriate feeding 

services when possible.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide regular updates on shelter needs and capacity.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess ongoing medical and public health needs of shelter 

population, and refer as appropriate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessment of mass care 

operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Shelter Companion Animals

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish companion animal shelter.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for companion animal care/handling services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate companion animal care/handling facilities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of veterinary medical services with 

appropriate agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with entities responsible for search and rescue for 

transference of companion animals into animal shelters.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate message regarding companion animal evacuation 

with agencies responsible for issuing evacuation orders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal shelter operations with agencies 

responsible for environmental health.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate acquisition of needed companion animal 

resources with appropriate agencies receiving donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate transportation of companion animals with 

appropriate agencies.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify any special procedures necessary for the intake of 

companion animals (e.g., decontamination).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and implement special procedures (e.g., 

decontamination) for companion animal intake.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures for companion animal 

intake/registration.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement tracking system for intake and export of 

companion animals in compliance with local holding 

regulations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide feeding services that ensure adequate nutrition for 

companion animals.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish guidance for staff on integrating volunteers while 

maintaining health and safety for staff, companion animals, 

and volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage shelter facility maintenance.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 20

Close Shelter

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate referral information is provided to shelter 

residents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport and/or coordinate with agencies responsible for 

transportation of shelter population to residence or 

temporary/interim housing.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification to close shelter operations to shelter 

residents, appropriate government agencies, and other 

partners.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct closing inspection and walk-through of shelters.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 21

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Feeding Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate projected feeding services required.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify kitchens, vendors, and other capabilities to prepare 

and distribute food.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify additional mobile feeding resources necessary to 

meet feeding need.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess number of prepackaged meals needed to augment 

feeding services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategy to meet projected feeding need.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection of identified food operation facilities to 

determine structural integrity, capability, and suitability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure kitchen facilities are in compliance with local health 

regulations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff kitchens with appropriately trained personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire foodstuffs for feeding operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine mobile feeding routes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement reporting mechanism for daily meal counts.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with shelter managers to ensure adequate feeding 

is conducted at shelters.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 23

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 24

Prepare and Distribute Food

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement strategy to meet feeding needs of affected 

population.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate effectiveness of ongoing feeding operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food preparation and distribution using safe food 

handling protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mass feeding operations, including mobile and fixed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food preparation and distribution using safe food 

handling protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide culturally and diet-restriction appropriate feeding 

services as available.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate nutrition is provided for shelter populations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report accurate count of meals and snacks served.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of end to feeding operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 25

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Establish Bulk Distribution Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish distribution sites and routes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection of identified mass care bulk distribution 

facilities to determine structural integrity, capability, and 

suitability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff bulk distribution site with appropriately trained personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate communication systems are available for 

bulk distribution staff.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct communications with mass care management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish reporting mechanisms for daily distribution count.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish bulk distribution operations at fixed sites.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine mobile bulk distribution routes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire items for bulk distribution, ensuring coordination with 

logistics resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to determine bulk 

distribution needs of affected population.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies receiving donations to acquire items 

needed for bulk distribution, including supplies for companion 

animals.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Additional Observations:

Conduct Bulk Distribution Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct bulk distribution of relief items at fixed sites.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mobile bulk distribution operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report daily distribution count and number of people served.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of end to bulk distribution operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Mass Care Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate demobilization of mass care resources with 

participating agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of demobilization of mass care 

resources/services.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize mass care resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide staff briefing.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deactivate staff from operations.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Mass Prophylaxis

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create plans and systems for mass prophylaxis patient 

movement and tracking.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create plans and systems for the transport and tracking of 

medical supplies and equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for obtaining mass prophylaxis supplies 

from the receipt, staging, and storage (RSS) sites in 

coordination with the Medical Supplies Management and 

Distribution capability.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for mass 

prophylaxis dispensing operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop the tactical communications portion of the mass 

prophylaxis dispensing plan.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a mass prophylaxis inventory management system.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for the distribution and dispensing of 

mass prophylaxis.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to ensure that first responders, public 

health responses, critical infrastructure personnel, and their 

families receive prophylaxis before point of dispensing (POD) 

opening.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes for coordinating with treatment centers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols for individuals receiving medications (e.g., 

number of doses, identification requirements).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for obtaining and distributing 

investigation new drug (IND) consent forms at POD sites.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop credentialing mechanisms for volunteers and staff at 

mass prophylaxis dispensing sites.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop programs to ensure security of mass prophylaxis 

during dispensing operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and address legal issues regarding authorizations for 

mass prophylaxis practitioners.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for communicating with the public 

regarding nature of event and mass prophylaxis operations in 

coordination with the Emergency Public Information and 

Warning capability.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training of all key personnel on fundamentals of the 

National Response Framework (NRF), Incident Command 

System (ICS), and National Incident Management System 

(NIMS).

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for key personnel on tactical 

communications during mass prophylaxis operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training on public information and 

communication for mass prophylaxis operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training on security of mass 

prophylaxis.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

inventory management.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

repacking, distribution, and dispensing.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and implement plans and drills for mass prophylaxis.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mass Prophylaxis Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dispensing/administration of mass prophylaxis.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public information releases regarding location of 

PODs.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the Medical Supplies Management and 

Distribution capability to ensure that medical stockpile 

warehouses can resupply PODs as needed.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to disseminate 

health and safety information to the public.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass prophylaxis to functional and medical 

support sheltering locations for special-needs populations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to provide security to protect 

medicines, supplies, and public health personnel.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain tactical equipment and communication 

networks including establishing redundant systems. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate POD locations and hours of operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish shift change procedures to ensure continuity of

operations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mass Prophylaxis Dispensing Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement local, regional, and State plans for distributing and 

dispensing prophylaxis. This should include procedures for 

requesting Federal Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) assets 

when State and local caches and other available resources 

have been depleted. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate staff calldown lists for POD operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure POD site operations are established in accordance 

with POD specific plans and protocols. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide internal and external security for POD sites. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems that support 

tracking mass prophylaxis allocation that comply with the 

Public Health Information Network (PHIN) functional 

requirements for Countermeasure and Response 

Administration. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble needed supplies and equipment for POD 

operations including materials to prepare oral suspension. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and assemble signage for POD. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement the plan to provide mass prophylaxis to functional 

and medical support sheltering locations for populations with 

disabilities, etc.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Points of Dispensing (PODs)

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for providing prophylaxis for public 

health responders and their families before opening the POD 

to the general population. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for providing prophylaxis for first 

responders and critical infrastructure personnel and their 

families before opening the POD to the general population. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate staffing levels for anticipated mass 

prophylaxis throughput. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for obtaining and distributing mass 

copies of IND protocol consent forms at POD sites. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Post signage to inform and direct the public. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to ensure the mobility impaired 

populations have access to PODs. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Triage for Symptoms

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish number of triage stations to commensurate with the 

anticipated size of the throughput. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure symptomatic individuals are directed to appropriate 

treatment facility. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport or direct symptomatic individuals to appropriate 

health facility before they enter POD sites. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that personnel conducting triage and other persons in 

the area are not exposed to disease. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Conduct Medical Screening

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper documentation is created fore each individual 

receiving prophylaxis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate prophylaxis based on medical history and 

exposure. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient staffing at the POD site screening station to 

prevent initial bottlenecks. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Take appropriate actions for individuals for whom prophylaxis 

is determined to be inappropriate. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Mass Dispensing

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispense the appropriate medication and dosage to the 

population, including children, infants, and special-needs 

populations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a system for inventory management to ensure 

availability of critical prophylaxis medicines and medical 

supplies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate supply of pharmaceuticals, ancillary medical 

supplies, and drug information sheets. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure availability of and distribute preprinted drug 

information sheets. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute IND consent forms as needed for mass 

prophylaxis/vaccine administration. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor patient throughout per hour. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Monitor Adverse Effects

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Continue to track outcomes and adverse events following 

mass distribution of prophylaxis. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide alternate medication as ordered by clinician. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Access information systems that support monitoring of 

adverse reactions that comply with the PHIN functional 

requirements for Countermeasure and Response 

Administration. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a call center to triage individuals to receive 

appropriate medical care in case of an adverse effect.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Demobilize Mass Prophylaxis Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief POD personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute POD personnel and supplies. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate search and rescue (SAR) plans and procedures 

for urban, civil, and other SAR into jurisdiction’s emergency 

operations plan (EOP) or EOP annexes.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify typed SAR resources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop resource allocation processes and procedures for 

SAR capable resources that also support other 

capabilities/functions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify resources from other agencies or capabilities that 

may assist with SAR, and plan to integrate such additional 

resources as necessary.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to incorporate nationally certified SAR 

volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop management plan to address uncertified volunteers.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan for SAR teams that will be deployed out-ofregion to be self-sustaining for 72 hours.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans, procedures and protocols for logistical 

support for SAR assets.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish training and exercise program for SAR personnel as 

per the EOP.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train and equip SAR personnel to the appropriate standards 

commensurate with their mission.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Search and Rescue (SAR) Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive and accept SAR request/activation order.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and coordinate SAR operations at incident site.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct SAR resources according to the National Incident 

Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System 

(ICS), and consensus-level technical rescue standards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine need for deployment of additional SAR assets.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide timely situational awareness and response 

information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a chronological log of events in the 

field. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and collect SAR operations information, including 

chronological log of events in the field for use in after action 

review. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassign/rotate technical specialists, as needed. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of all SAR personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify logistics capability of incident site to determine 

whether deployed SAR teams must be self-sustaining. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop SAR team reassignment/demobilization plan. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Activate Search and Rescue (SAR)

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive SAR alert/activation order. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble personnel and equipment at designated location. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy Federal, State, regional, or local SAR resources 

commensurate with request. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport team (personnel and equipment) to incident scene. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and analyze incident information to assist SAR 

capability deployment decisions

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Material and Other Support

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish base of operations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of team equipment/supplies. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical care for SAR personnel, including K-9 first 

responders. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Additional Observations:

Conduct Search and Rescue (SAR) Reconnaissance

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess incident site to determine SAR course of action. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the incident site for hazardous materials (HazMat) or 

other environmental conditions. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#] Develop map of search area to be used in SAR tactical 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate findings and recommend priorities to team 

management. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of contaminated food. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Search

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure scene/site safety (security, shoring, debris). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct area search for victims. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search for victims using canine, physical, and electronic 

search capabilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and record potential/actual victim locations (live and 

dead). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct ambulatory victims to safe assembly point. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report progress of search efforts on a regular basis to SAR 

lead.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability for search personnel, equipment, and 

supplies

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Extricate

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure scene/site safety (security, shoring, debris). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate extrication strategy with medical personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Extricate trapped victims. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide periodic progress reports while rescuing. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of extrication personnel, equipment, 

and supplies. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Medical Treatment

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational briefings. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate medical treatment with extrication and medical 

personnel. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer victims to more definitive medical care. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Medically stabilize trapped victims according to Task Force 

Operations Manual and Medical Protocols.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure victims are medically stabilized according to Task 

Force Operations Manual and Medical Protocols throughout 

packaging and extrication.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of medical personnel, equipment, and 

supplies.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 17

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Volunteer Management and Donations

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Incident Management System (NIMS)-

compatible plans, policies, and protocols for coordinating 

management of volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and protocols for coordinating 

management of donated goods.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and protocols for coordinating 

referral of undesignated cash donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to open and staff a donations call center to 

accept, match, and process offers of goods and services.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop system/criteria for evaluating and/or vetting 

voluntary organizations and/or relief funds.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a list of verified and/or vetted voluntary organizations 

and/or relief funds.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for effective information management 

communicating with Public Information Officers (PIOs) at all 

levels.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to coordinate with tribal, local, State, and/or 

Federal governments; nongovernmental organizations; and 

private entities to effectively use volunteers, donated good, 

and cash donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an outreach plan designed to educate the 

preparedness and response community about the functions 

of the volunteers and donations management capability.

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategic facilities management plan to identify, 

staff, and operate all facilities including multiagency 

warehouse, volunteer and donations coordination center, 

volunteer reception centers, and emergency distribution 

centers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Research existing liability issues and laws that affect 

volunteer utilization.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Encourage agencies receiving volunteers to clarify their limits 

on liability protection.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine priority needs and roles required from the 

volunteers for all hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify potential volunteer opportunities to expedite 

community involvement.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assign a toll-free number for use at call center.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop system or process for ensuring 

credentialing/accreditation of skilled volunteers.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise plans for volunteer management and donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness-training programs 

regarding the use of volunteers and donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise and training for the 

distribution of public information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop just-in-time training program for volunteers to 

perform required tasks.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazard incident 

management capability.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action review to determine strengths and 

shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan accordingly.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in training exercises with government agencies 

and other nongovernmental organizations, as appropriate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete relevant Incident Command System (ICS) and/or 

NIMS training for appropriate personnel and volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct internal and external training about the activities and 

responsibilities of volunteers and donations capability.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Coordinate Volunteer Management Operations and Establishment of Warehouses and Materials 

Handling Equipment

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and activate State and local plans for donations and 

volunteers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate voluntary support/activities with community/tribal 

leadership, and liaise with local agencies.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Locate and establish warehouses and materials handling 

equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategic facilities management plan (multiagency 

warehouse, emergency distribution centers).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a liaison with media outlets and other stakeholders 

(e.g., Congress, Federal agencies) to provide information 

about volunteers and donations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work closely with PIOs to disseminate critical information 

about appropriate ways to volunteer and donate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a strategic facilities management plan 

(multiagency warehouse, emergency distribution centers). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and collaborate with State and National Voluntary 

Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) and its members. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collaborate with other agencies, organizations, and/or 

businesses regarding volunteers and donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate and advertise points of contact for receiving 

equipment and technical (i.e., communications, logistics, 

housing, medical) solutions from the private sector, outside 

jurisdictions, nongovernmental organizations, and volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a volunteer and donations coordination center 

(VDCC). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies offering and/or accepting donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather donations information about collections, distributions,

and other events concerning donations from the field. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage large numbers of government and nongovernmental 

volunteers in disaster. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Additional Observations:

Activate Volunteer Management and Donations Emergency Plan

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate preassigned toll-free numbers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work closely with a PIO to disseminate critical information 

about appropriate ways to volunteer and donate. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief senior leadership and elected officials (government, 

Federal Coordinating Officer [FCO], Congress staff). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work with all affected local/State/tribal/Federal governments. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate donations/volunteer coordination teams. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a VDCC. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and collaborate with VOAD; its members; and 

other vetted agencies, organizations, and businesses. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and activate State and local plans for volunteers and 

donations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate Web site for receiving monetary donations and offers 

of other donations/volunteers. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Additional Observations:

Organize Volunteers and Assign Them to Disaster Relief Efforts

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate call centers and Web sites to gather information and 

register, if possible, unaffiliated spontaneous volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Match individual volunteers with requests from agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct predeployment/preassignment briefing for 

volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training program for volunteers to perform 

required tasks. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with voluntary agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate solicitation of skilled volunteers and technical 

capabilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement system to check credentialing/accreditation of 

skilled volunteers if necessary. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support response operations using volunteer resources and 

volunteered technical capabilities. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Additional Observations:

Collect and Manage Material Donations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate call centers and Web sites to collect information on 

material donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Locate and establish warehouses and material handling 

equipment. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather material donations intelligence from the field. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Collect and Manage Cash Donations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate the public through press releases on the benefits of 

cash donations to voluntary agencies. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct cash donations to voluntary agencies supporting the 

incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies collecting cash donations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect cash donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Keep appropriate documentation from all undesignated 

cash/monetary donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with verified and/or vetted agencies for the 

transfer of undesignated cash donations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 16

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Coordinate Distribution of Donations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage surge in unsolicited donations and in-kind materials. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with tribal, local, State, and/or Federal 

governments; nongovernmental organizations; and private 

entities to effectively use unsolicited goods and undesignated 

cash donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement proper accounting policies and protocols to handle 

cash donations. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 18

Transition to Long-Term Recovery

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate undesignated cash donations and in-kind material 

donations to long-term recovery effort. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the long-term needs and requirements for volunteers 

and donations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate appropriate messages with public information 

officers and media outlets. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief major donors on transition and redirection of donations. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 19

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Deactivate Volunteer Management and Donations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct appropriate salvage of remaining donated goods 

once response/recovery phase ends. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize deployed volunteers. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize volunteered technical capabilities. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Close VDCC and other facilities (e.g., phone bank, 

warehouses). 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a debriefing of volunteer management and donations 

personnel. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 1

Evaluator Name:

Phone/E-Mail: 

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, programs, agreements, and requirements for 

responding to HazMat incidents.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, programs, criteria, and protocols for 

conducting decontamination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify resources (personnel and equipment) to provide 

rapid initial sizeup of HazMat incident.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in developing a communications plan for HazMat in 

emergencies, related to specific hazards, health guidance, 

educational materials, etc.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure plans are in place for self-presenting contaminated 

victims offsite (e.g., hospitals).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 2

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 3

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training related to detection and 

reporting of HazMat.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate HazMat response training to field staff 

and managers of State/local programs having involvement in 

HazMat response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for WMD/HazMat

response and decontamination.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 4

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination Tactical Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive alert/activation order for WMD and HazMat response 

and decontamination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and implement onscene management for HazMat

response.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a HazMat technical expertise team for emergency

operations for both industry and public.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a HazMat response (e.g., implement plans, 

programs, agreements, and requirements).
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 5

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate technical, administrative support, personnel, 

facilities, communications, and information.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide required personal protective equipment (PPE) to 

WMD/HazMat responders in coordination with the Safety 

Officer.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a site safety plan. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Observe the scene, and review/evaluate hazard and response 

information as it pertains to the safety of all persons on the 

scene and responding. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to ensure the safety of onscene 

WMD/HazMat responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support decontamination activities onsite. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with and provide technical guidance to entities 

performing offsite decontamination. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hospitals to develop plans for 

managing/decontaminating self-presenting contaminated 

victims. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resource management of HazMat equipment, 

supplies, and personnel. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 6

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request decontamination technical assistance resources. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to brief HazMat branch/group 

personnel on site-specific occupational safety and health 

issues involving HazMat/WMD releases. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue instructions for self-decontamination, where 

appropriate, expedient, and possible. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 7

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate WMD/HazMat procedures. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble personnel and equipment at designated location. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport team (personnel and equipment) to scene. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial approach and positioning of responders. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement/integrate WMD/HazMat resources into Incident 

Command System (ICS) organization. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 8

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate initial public protective actions. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 9

Additional Observations:

Identify the Hazard

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify law enforcement for guidance on collection and 

management of evidence from potential crime scenes. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate HazMat response. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Survey the incident scene. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify HazMat and the extent/scope of the incident. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze weather forecast to conduct hazard zone prediction. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct contamination surveys. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess HazMat release situations. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct oil and HazMat assessment. 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 10

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor movement of hazardous releases, and formulate 

predictions on dispersion and characteristics over time. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Characterize consequences and risk. 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish perimeter and HazMat zones (hot, 

warm, cold). 

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing assessments and predictions. 

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 11

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assess Hazard and Evaluate Risk

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect, prioritize, and manage data and information from all 

sources.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop incident monitoring and sampling strategy based on

a realistic assessment of operational hazards.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct sampling operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, classify, and verify suspected nonbiological 

WMD/HazMat samples through the use of at least two 

(preferably three) different instrument technologies.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 12

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use plume dispersion models and other analytical tools to 

generate ongoing WMD/HazMat dispersion assessments.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement risk evaluation process that adequately addresses 

the risk of various actions to both responders and the public.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement an Incident Action Plan (IAP) specific 

to WMD/HazMat issues based on the risk evaluation process.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and identify visually an isolation perimeter (outer 

perimeter) to isolate the area and deny entry.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a hot zone (inner perimeter) to identify high hazard 

area(s) where responders will operate.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish other hazard control zones, based on scope and 

nature of the event.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make offensive or defensive reconnaissance operations, as 

necessary, to gather intelligence on the situation.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing assessments and predictions.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 13

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 14

Conduct Rescue Operations

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the nature and priority of rescue operations and 

the numbers involved.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel and equipment requirements to initiate 

rescue operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement safe and effective tactics to accomplish rescue 

operation objectives.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Extricate and rescue victims within the hot zone.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate rescue efforts with law enforcement to ensure 

safety of rescuers.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement secondary public protective actions.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel and equipment requirements to initiate 

product/agent control operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement safe and effective tactics to accomplish 

product/agent control objectives.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Discussion-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (April 2010) 15

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

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Conduct Mitigation Activities

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate PPE based on suspected HazMat.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to monitor responders for 

exposure to HazMat.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to monitor and control the 

operating time of rescuers assigned to the hot zone to 

minimize rescuer exposure.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure the contamination source and affected areas.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor and track compliance with containment requirements.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Decontamination and Cleanup/Recovery Activities

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify assets required for decontamination activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the type of contaminants, nature of response 

operations, and required type/level of decontamination 

operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, and protocols to ensure onsite 

individual gross decontamination of persons and household 

pets affected by the incident.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a means to allow medical treatment facilities and 

shelter managers to readily identify people who have 

received gross decontamination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish decontamination sites for victims.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen affected persons.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency decontamination operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement technical decontamination operations in support of 

WMD/HazMat entry and response activities.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement decontamination operations to address incidentspecific scenarios and requirements.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate pets, if resources are available.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate livestock decontamination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor clean areas within the contamination control line.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the exit point for HazMat contaminate movement 

outside the isolation zone.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with environmental authorities to ensure the 

appropriate decontamination area cleanup and disposal of 

waste materials.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate affected facilities and equipment used for 

technical decontamination.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform cleanup operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement HazMat disposal plan.

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination 

Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer command for emergency response phase to the 

authority having jurisdiction for postemergency cleanup and 

recovery operations.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work through Incident Command/Unified Command to 

ensure that incident-specific evidence collection and 

investigation protocols are clearly understood and 

communicated to all responders.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory WMD/HazMat equipment cache, and restore to 

service.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize WMD/HazMat base of operations.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan 

Reference

Task Task 

Discussed

Not 

Discussed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange transportation for demobilized WMD/HazMat

personnel and equipment.

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a formal postincident analysis process (based on

local procedures).

Task Analysis

Are personnel identified to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel trained to perform these tasks?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Are personnel equipped to perform these tasks? If so, how will resources be obtained?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

What key decisions would need to be made? Who would make them?

________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Activity Analysis Yes No

Did discussions validate the plan? 

Were participants knowledgeable of plan elements?

Did participants adequately address how to accomplish this activity?

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

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[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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[Date]

I. Introductions and Opening Remarks

II. Exercise Summary

a. Scope

b. Scenario

c. Objectives

III. Items Identified

a. Strengths and Accomplishments

b. Areas for Improvement

IV. After Action Report (AAR) Review

V. Improvement Plan (IP) Development

VI. Next Steps
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Agenda

• Introductions and Opening Remarks 

• Exercise Summary

• Strengths

• Areas of Improvement

• After Action Report (AAR) Review

• Improvement Plan (IP) Development

• Next Steps
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Introductions

• Your name

• Your organization

• Your role during the exercise

• One key success during the exercise

• One key challenge during the exercise
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Exercise Summary

• [Insert a brief description of the exercise, 

including the scope, target capabilities, 

activities, and scenario used to achieve 

objectives.]
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Exercise Objectives

• [Insert exercise objectives.]
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Scenario Synopsis

[Insert brief summary of the exercise 

scenario.]
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Evaluation

• Trained evaluators used Exercise 

Evaluation Guides (EEGs) during the 

exercise to track activities.

• Feedback forms and a participant Hot 

Wash were used to gather information 

from participants for evaluation.
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Key Strengths

• [Insert the key strengths from the 

exercise.]
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Key Areas for Improvement

[Insert the key areas for improvement from 

the exercise.]
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Report Approval Process

• Decision by consensus

• Unresolved issues (e.g., consensus not 

attained)

– Consider compromises

– Refer to exercise director

– Consult with applicable agency head
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Report Sections:

• Section 3: Analysis of Capabilities

• Section 4: Conclusion

• Appendix A: Improvement Plan (IP)

• Appendix B: Lessons Learned (optional)

• Appendix C: Participant Feedback (optional)

• Appendix D: Exercise Events Summary 

(optional)

• Appendix E: Performance Ratings (optional)

• Appendix F: Acronyms

AAR Review and Approval
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Improvement Plan (IP) Development

• Discuss each recommendation.

• Determine:

– Corrective action

– Responsible agency(ies)

–Agency point of contact (POC)

–Start date

– Completion date
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Writing Improvement Actions

• Determine action needed to fix the 

problem.

• Choices:

– No further action; already fixed

– No further action; not worth fixing

–Accept recommendation as is

– Choose new action—add to AAR
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Writing Improvement Actions 

(cont’d)

• Generally plans, policies and procedures, 

training, equipment and facilities, outreach 

and interagency coordination, exercises

• All followup actions must have:

– What must be done (an action, e.g., a verb) 

– Who will do it (agency and POC)

– When it will be done (specify reasonable date)
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Sample Improvement Action 

Template

Use these templates as suggestions for refining recommendations. You 

need not match the wording exactly.

• (Who) will prepare/revise ________ plan to (correct what?) by (when).

• (Who) will prepare/revise ________ policy or procedure to (correct what?) 

by (when).

• (Who) will conduct training for (group) in (what?) so that ______ by (when).

• (Who) will obtain/repair _______ equipment/facilities so as to __________ 

by (when).

• (Who) will conduct _________ study/analysis to __(action required)__ so as 

to _______________.

• (Who) will convene a working group of __(people/agencies)__ to __(action 

required)__ so as to correct ___(what)___.
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Improvement Plan (IP) Matrix

Capability Observation 

Title Recommendation

Corrective 

Action 

Description

Capability 

Element

Primary 

Responsible 

Agency

Agency

POC

Start 

Date Completion 

Date

[Capability 1: 

Capability 

Name]

Observation 

1.1

Insert 

Recommendation 1

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 9/1/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 2/1/07

Insert 

Recommendation 2

Insert Corrective 

Action

Training State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/1/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Equipment 

and 

Systems

State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 3/15/07

Observation 

1.2

Insert 

Recommendation 3

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/15/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Equipment 

and 

Systems

State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/1/07
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Action Brief

• Please indicate:

–Which items require no further action

– Recommendations with no change to 

actions

– Changed or new actions and why

• Facilitator will record revised actions.
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Wrapup

• Next steps

– Memo report

–Followup progress meeting (optional)

• Closing comments

Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

I. Foundation

Develop Exercise Budget

Develop Exercise Planning Timeline

Identify Exercise Planning Team

Schedule first Planning Conference

II. Design & Development

A. Planning Conferences

 1. Concepts and Objectives Meeting

Prepare and send Invitations

Develop Agenda, Presentation, and Signin Sheets

Determine exercise Scope (See Section

B: Scope)

Develop C&O Meeting Minutes

 2. Initial Planning Conference

Schedule IPC

Prepare and send Invitations

Develop and distribute Read-Ahead 

Packet

Develop Agenda, Presentation, and Signin Sheets

Determine exercise Scope (if no C&O 

Meeting is held prior. See Section B:

Scope)
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Determine Scenario (See Section C:

Scenario)

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

each task

Schedule next Planning Conference

Develop IPC Minutes

Begin Development of exercise 

Documentation (See Section D: 

Documentation)

 3. Mid-term Planning Conference

Prepare and send Invitations

Develop Agenda and Sign-in Sheets

Schedule next Planning Conference

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

tasks

Conduct visit of exercise site(s)

Develop MPC Minutes

 4. Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) Conference

Prepare and send Invitations

Review MSEL

Schedule next Planning Conference

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

tasks

 5. Final Planning Conference

Prepare and send Invitations

Develop Agenda and Sign-in Sheets

Review all exercise materials, documents, 

and tasks
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Assign responsibilities and due dates for 

tasks

Develop FPC minutes

B. Scope

Identify Exercise Design Objectives

Identify Exercise Participants

C. Scenario

Identify Exercise Venue

Determine exercise weather conditions 

(pre-determined or real-world)

Determine date and time for scenario to 

take place

Identify the Threat/Hazard and/or Specific 

Agent

D. Documentation

Develop Exercise Plan (EXPLAN)

Develop Controller and Evaluator (C/E) 

Handbook

Develop Evaluation Plan (EVALPLAN)

Develop Control Staff Instructions 

(COSIN)

Develop Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL)

Develop Simulation Cell (SIMCELL) 

Messages

Develop Exercise Evaluation Packets 

(EEPs)

Develop Controller and Evaluator Packets

Develop Multimedia Presentation

Develop Exercise Schedule
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Develop Deployment Timetable for 

Assembly Area

Develop list of Controller and Evaluator 

Assignments 

E. Exercise Site Areas

Determine exercise site

Determine Dispatch Requirements (e.g., 

whether dispatch will be off-site or on-site; 

provide dispatchers)

Define Response Routes

Designate Parking Area

Designate Registration Area

Designate Assembly Area

Designate Observer/Media Area

Designate SIMCELL and Master Control 

Cell (MCC) locations

F. Actors

Determine number of actors required

Identify source(s) of actors

Confirm recruited actors

Develop Actor Waiver Forms

Develop Actor Instructions

Arrange for Moulage (actual materials, 

staff, and location for actor moulage)

Arrange water and food for actors

Arrange necessary transportation for 

actors (determine mode, schedule, pickup and drop-off locations, actor tracking 

system)
Operations

-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months 1 2 3 4 5 6

789 10 11 12

Develop Casualty Matrix

Develop Symptomology Cards/Victim 

Tags

Identify number and type of victim actors 

that will be at each location/exercise site

Provide necessary protection after 

decontamination process (i.e., blankets) G. Media / Public Information

Develop Media Release/Public 

Information Handout

Identify Media/Public Liaison 

(communicates with media and public 

prior to exercise; escorts and briefs media 

and observers/VIPs before and during 

exercise)

Develop Public Announcement

Disseminate information to public and 

media (via print, television, radio, etc.)

Schedule and conduct press conference

Develop Media Policy H. Logistics

Develop correspondence letters 

(invitations, thank you letters)

Develop Mailing Lists (players, controllers, 

VIPs, evaluators, exercise planning team)

Develop ID badges

Procure necessary color hats, vests, 

armbands, etc.

Provide food and refreshments

Determine location for food and water 

stations

Arrange for restrooms

Develop Communications Plan
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Provide radios for controllers

Designate radio channels for the exercise

Provide videotaping for the exercise

Provide necessary props (e.g., debris, 

mannequins)

Provide necessary devices (e.g., flash 

bangs, smoke machines, pyrotechnics)

Provide secondary device for render-safe 

procedures

Provide site security

Arrange for perimeter barricading and 

signage

Develop Weapons Policy

I. Safety

Identify Safety Controller

Develop Exercise Play Rules

Arrange for dedicated ALS/BLS 

ambulance unit for real emergencies only 

Determine real world emergency 

procedures

Develop Safety Policy (to include section 

on weapon safety protocols)

J. Exercise Staffing

Determine exercise staff requirements

Select and train exercise staff

III. Conduct

A. Briefings

Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Brief
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Hospital Brief

Actor Brief

Observer Brief

C/E Debrief

Hospital Debrief

B. Documentation

Distribute EXPLAN

Distribute Actor Waiver & Information 

Sheet

Distribute Participant Feedback Forms

Distribute C/E Packet (C/E Handbook, 

COSIN, EVALPLAN, MSEL, EEPs)

C. Exercise Control

Conduct communications check

Conduct pyrotechnic and device check

Conduct safety check

Conduct weapons check

Announce start of exercise

Conduct Player Hotwash

IV. Evaluation

Develop Hotwash Minutes

Conduct C/E Debrief

Develop C/E Debrief Minutes
Operations-based Exercise Project Management Timeline

Exercise Planning Tasks Months

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Develop Draft After Action Report

Distribute Draft AAR to Exercise Planning 

Team for review

V. Improvement Planning

A. After Action Conference

Schedule Conference

Prepare and send Invitations

Conduct After Action Conference

Finalize AAR

Develop Improvement Plan (IP)

B. Improvement Planning

Share lessons learned, best practices, 

and successes identified in AAR

Implement AAR/IP

Track implementation of AAR/IP
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1 [Jurisdiction]

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Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

I. Foundation

Develop exercise budget

Develop exercise planning timeline

Identify Exercise Planning Team

Schedule first planning conference

II. Design and Development

A. Planning Conferences

1. Concept and Objectives (C&O) 

Meeting

Prepare and send invitations

Develop agenda, presentation, and 

sign-in sheets

Determine exercise scope (see 

Section B: Scope)

Develop C&O Meeting minutes

2. Initial Planning Conference (IPC)

Schedule IPC

Prepare and send invitations

Develop and distribute read-ahead 

packet

Develop agenda, presentation, and 

sign-in sheets

Determine exercise scope (if no 

C&O Meeting is held prior; see 

Section B: Scope)

Determine scenario (see Section C:

Scenario)
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Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for each task

Schedule next planning conference

Develop IPC minutes

Begin development of exercise 

documentation (see Section D: 

Documentation)

3. Midterm Planning Conference

(MPC)

Prepare and send invitations

Develop agenda and sign-in sheets

Schedule next planning conference

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for tasks

Conduct visit of exercise site(s)

Develop MPC minutes

4. Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) Conference

Prepare and send invitations

Review MSEL

Schedule next planning conference

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for tasks

5. Final Planning Conference (FPC)

Prepare and send invitations

Develop agenda and sign-in sheets
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Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Review all exercise materials, 

documents, and tasks

Assign responsibilities and due 

dates for tasks

Develop FPC minutes

B. Scope

Identify exercise design objectives

Identify exercise participants

C. Scenario

Identify exercise venue

Determine exercise weather 

conditions (predetermined or realworld)

Determine date and time for 

scenario to take place

Identify the threat/hazard and/or 

specific agent

D. Documentation

Develop Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

Develop Controller and Evaluator 

(C/E) Handbook

Develop Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan)

Develop Control Staff Instructions 

(COSIN)

Develop MSEL

Develop Simulation Cell (SimCell) 

messages
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Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Develop exercise evaluation packets 

Develop controller and evaluator 

packets

Develop multimedia presentation

Develop exercise schedule

Develop deployment timetable for 

assembly area

Develop list of controller and 

evaluator assignments 

E. Exercise Site Areas

Determine exercise site

Determine dispatch requirements

(e.g., whether dispatch will be offsite 

or onsite; provide dispatchers)

Define response routes

Designate parking area

Designate registration area

Designate assembly area

Designate observer/media area

Designate SimCell and Master 

Control Cell (MCC) locations

F. Actors

Determine number of actors 

required

Identify source(s) of actors

Confirm recruited actors
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Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Develop actor waiver forms

Develop actor instructions

Arrange for moulage (actual 

materials, staff, and location for 

actor moulage)

Arrange water and food for actors

Arrange necessary transportation for 

actors (determine mode, schedule, 

pick-up and drop-off locations, actor 

tracking system)

Develop casualty matrix

Develop symptomology cards/victim 

tags

Identify number and type of victim 

actors that will be at each 

location/exercise site

Provide necessary protection after 

decontamination process (i.e., 

blankets)

G. Media/Public Information

Develop media release/public 

information handout

Identify media/public liaison 

(communicates with media and 

public before exercise; escorts and 

briefs media and observers/VIPs 

before and during exercise)

Develop public announcement
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Exercise Planning Tasks Responsible 

Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Disseminate information to public 

and media (via print, television, 

radio, etc.)

Schedule and conduct press 

conference

Develop media policy

H. Logistics

Develop correspondence letters 

(invitations, thank you letters)

Develop mailing lists (players, 

controllers, VIPs, evaluators, 

Exercise Planning Team)

Develop ID badges

Procure necessary color hats, vests, 

armbands, etc.

Provide food and refreshments

Determine location for food and 

water stations

Arrange for restrooms

Develop Communications Plan

Provide radios for controllers

Designate radio channels for the 

exercise

Provide videotaping for the exercise

Provide necessary props (e.g.,

debris, mannequins)
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Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Provide necessary devices (e.g.,

flash bangs, smoke machines, 

pyrotechnics)

Provide secondary device for 

render-safe procedures

Provide site security

Arrange for perimeter barricading 

and signage

Develop weapons policy

I. Safety

Identify Safety Controller

Develop exercise play rules

Arrange for dedicated basic life 

support (BLS)/advanced life support 

(ALS) ambulance unit for real 

emergencies only 

Determine real-world emergency 

procedures

Develop safety policy (to include 

section on weapon safety protocols)

J. Exercise Staffing

Determine exercise staff 

requirements

Select and train exercise staff

III. Conduct

A. Briefings

Controller and evaluator (C/E) brief
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Party

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Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Hospital brief

Actor brief

Observer brief

C/E debrief

Hospital debrief

B. Documentation

Distribute ExPlan

Distribute Actor Waiver and

Information Sheet

Distribute Participant Feedback 

Forms

Distribute C/E packet (C/E 

Handbook, COSIN, EvalPlan, 

MSEL, exercise evaluation packets)

C. Exercise Control

Conduct communications check

Conduct pyrotechnic and device 

check

Conduct safety check

Conduct weapons check

Announce start of exercise

Conduct Player Hot Wash

IV. Evaluation

Develop Hot Wash minutes

Conduct C/E debrief

Develop C/E debrief minutes
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Party

Contact 

Information Date Due Date Completed Remarks

Develop draft After Action Report

(AAR)

Distribute draft AAR to Exercise 

Planning Team for review

V. Improvement Planning

A. After Action Conference

Schedule conference

Prepare and send invitations

Conduct After Action Conference

Finalize AAR

Develop Improvement Plan (IP)

B. Improvement Planning

Share lessons learned, best 

practices, and successes identified 

in AAR

Implement AAR/IP

Track implementation of AAR/IP
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Develop exercise budget  Sponsor agency’s budget format Minimum 7 mo

Exercise 

Foundation Identify Exercise Planning Team 

members 

 Exercise Planning Team 

organization chart Minimum 7 mo

Develop IPC materials 

 IPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Sample objectives  Participating agency list 

3 to 4 we

Send IPC invitations and read-ahead packet to Exercise Planning Team 

 Invitations  Read-ahead packet 2 to 3 we

Finalize IPC materials 

 IPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master task list  Sample objectives  Participating agency list 

3 days 

Conduct IPC  Approximately 4 hours Minimum 6 mo

Initial Planning 

Conference (IPC) 

Provide IPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 IPC minutes 11 da

Midterm Planning Develop draft Exercise Plan (ExPlan)  Draft ExPlan 30 days 

Conference 

(MPC) Develop draft Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)  Draft MSEL Minimum 5 
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Finalize MPC materials 

 Draft ExPlan  Draft MSEL  MPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master Task List 

5 days 

Conduct MPC  4 to 6 hours Minimum 3 moConduct exercise site walkthrough  N/A FolloProvide MPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 MPC minutes 14 day

Finalize ExPlan  ExPlan Minimum 75 Develop draft Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook 

 Draft C/E Handbook Minimum 10 

Develop media/public information handout 

 Media/public information handout Minimum 10 

Develop communications plan  Draft communications plan Minimum 10 Finalize FPC materials 

 Media/public information handout  Draft C/E Handbook  Draft communications plan  Draft MSEL  ExPlan  FPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master task list 

Minimum 5 

Conduct FPC  4 to 6 hours Minimum 6 we

Final Planning 

Conference (FPC) 

Finalize C/E assignments  C/E assignments Before co
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Finalize assembly area handout  Assembly area handout Before coProvide FPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 FPC minutes 2 day

Distribute ExPlan to participating agencies and/or organizations 

 ExPlan 25 days b

Conduct Controller And Evaluator Training/Briefing and distribute C/E packet 

 Presentation  C/E packet (C/E Handbook, MSEL, 

Communications Plan, C/E assignments) 

Minimum 1 d

Set up facility  N/A 1 day bConduct exercise participant briefings (and moulage if applicable) 

 Actor brief  Actor waiver forms  Sign-in sheets  Badges  Triage/symptom tags  Player brief  Media/observer brief 

Just be

Conduct exercise  N/A EConduct Hot Wash  Participant Feedback Forms Maximum 2 hConduct C/E Debriefing  C/E Debriefing presentation Maximum 1 

Exercise Conduct 

Provide Hot Wash minutes, C/E Debriefing minutes, and Participant Feedback Forms to Exercise Planning Team 

 Hot Wash minutes  C/E Debriefing minutes  Participant Feedback Forms 

3 to 4 day
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Develop draft AAR/IP  Draft AAR/IP 2 to 3 wee

After Action Report/ 

Improvement 

Plan (AAR/IP) Provide draft AAR to sponsor agency and Exercise Planning Team  Draft AAR/IP 4 weeks 

After Action 

Conference Conduct After Action Conference 

 After Action Conference 

presentation 

 Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Draft AAR/IP 

5 weeks 

Finalize AAR/IP and distribute to sponsor agency and Exercise Planning Team 

 Final AAR/IP 60 days 

Share lessons learned, best practices, and successes identified in final AAR/IP 

 Final AAR/IP 60 days 

Final AAR/IP 

Track improvements  Final AAR/IP Continuous, w
Exercise Planning Team 

Organizational Chart

Exercise Director/Lead Planner

Operations Planning 

Safety Site Liaison

Assembly Area Onsite Offsite

Fire/Rescue

HazMat

EMS

Law Enforcement

PIO

Public Works

SWAT

Bomb Squad

EMA/EOC

Hosp/Med

Simulation Ex. Evaluation

Data Collection

Service 

Transportation

Public Works

Food

Medical

Security

Audio/Visual

Minimum PositionsExpanded Positions (Task Oriented)Operations-Based ExercisesSectioning Designation
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Recommended Planning Team Members for 

Operations-Based Exercises

1

Exercise Planning Team members should be determined based on the scope and type of exercise 

as well as the scenario. For example, a point of distribution (POD) drill that simulates the 

distribution of pharmaceutical supplies should involve planners and subject matter experts 

(SMEs) from the medical and public health communities. 

The following sample list of Exercise Planning Team members should be modified to meet the 

jurisdiction’s requirements. The agencies marked with asterisks are most critical to have present 

during all planning conferences. 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency manager* 

 Homeland security* 

 Public health* 

 Public works 

 Transportation/transit authority 

 Public affairs 

 Exercise venue/site management (e.g., stadium security) 

Fire 

 Fire department* 

 Communications/dispatch* 

 Special operations (e.g., hazardous materials [HazMat], Metropolitan Medical Response 

System [MMRS])* 

 Mutual aid fire* 

Law Enforcement 

 Police* 

 Special operations (e.g., bomb squad, Special Weapons and Tactics [SWAT])* 

 Sheriff’s department* 

 Local branch of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)* 

 Mutual aid law enforcement* 

 Medical 

 Hospital representatives (primary trauma center and/or hospital association)* 

 Emergency medical services (EMS) (public and private)* 

 Mutual aid 

 Medical examiner/coroner 
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[Date]

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Exercise Overview

III. Exercise Participants

IV. Exercise Design

V. Exercise Objectives

VI. Scenario Elements and Venue

VII. Documentation

VIII. Evaluation

IX. Support Requirements

X. Action Items

XI. Next Steps
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(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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(C&O) Meeting Agenda [Exercise Name Continued]

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CONCEPTS AND OBJECTIVES (C&O) MEETING AGENDA

[Date]

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Review State Multiyear Exercise Plan

III. Exercise Overview

IV. Propose Exercise Design Elements

a. Objectives

b. Scenario

c. Venue

d. Documentation

e. Exercise Participants

f. Support and Logistics

V. Propose Exercise Timeline

a. Future Planning Conference Dates

b. Exercise Date

VI. Action Items
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(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

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INITIAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (IPC) MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. The [Exercise Name] Initial Planning Conference (IPC) was held on [Date], 

at [Location] in [City, Town, County], [State]. Attendees included representatives from:

• [List Participating Agencies and Organizations]

Purpose. The purpose of this IPC was to introduce the exercise concept, including local design 

objectives, scenario elements, participants, and exercise methodology, and to discuss exercise 

support requirements for the upcoming [Exercise Name]. These minutes provide an overview of 

the conference including agreements made between [governmental scope] exercise planners.

Overview of Activities

General. The Exercise Planning Team provided an agenda to include suggested exercise design 

objectives, scenario design, and exercise support requirements, including contractor support. 

The Exercise Planning Team facilitated the conference, tentatively agreeing to hold the Midterm 

Planning Conference (MPC) on [Date], at [Time], and the Final Planning Conference (FPC) on 

[Date], at [Time]. Meeting locations will be determined. 

[Name], from [Agency] was chosen as the lead exercise planner for this exercise.

Exercise Overview. [Exercise Name] is scheduled to run for [Length of Play]. Controllers and 

evaluators will be required to attend an evaluator orientation the day before the exercise and a 

debriefing the day after the exercise.

[Provide high-level scenario description here.]

Exercise Design

Purpose. The purpose of the exercise will be to assess [Jurisdiction] agencies’ [mission type] to 

a [scenario type] incident. 

Objectives. The Exercise Planning Team suggested the following objectives. These will be 

reviewed and finalized by the group during the MPC:

1. [Objective 1]

2. [Objective 2]

Participating Agencies: The planning group had a limited discussion of which jurisdictions

would participate in the exercise. The following jurisdictions have tentatively been identified to 

participate, with agency participation to be finalized through letters of commitment to be sent out 

by the Exercise Planning Team. These jurisdictions include:

• [List Participating Agencies]
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Exercise Scenario Review. The exercise will be held on [Date]. The controller and evaluator 

training will be held the day before, and the After Action Conference will be held on [Date]. 

Exercise conduct will occur at [Location(s)].

[Provide additional scenario description here]

Support Requirements. Controllers, evaluators, safety officers, and a lead exercise planner are 

required for this exercise. A number of actors will also be required to ensure exercise realism.

Outstanding Action Items

The following actions remain open:

Exercise Planning Team

• Confirm exercise date and time.

• Confirm exercise objectives.

• Confirm exercise scenario.

• Identify venues (names and addresses of locations).

• Identify and invite possible participating agencies.

• Identify and send letters of commitment to participants. 

• Identify possible controllers and evaluators.

• Identify available equipment for use during the exercise (to provide to players).

• Supply current [Jurisdiction] plan to lead exercise planner.

• Draft a Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) for review at [MPC/MSEL Conference].

• Draft Exercise Plan (ExPlan) for review at MPC.

• Draft Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook for review at MPC.

• Draft Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) for review at FPC.

Next Steps

• The Exercise Planning Team budget meeting will be held on [Date].

• The MPC is scheduled for [Date] at [Time] at a location to be confirmed. 

Points of Contact (POCs)

Exercise Manager:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]
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Attendee List

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
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CONCEPT AND OBJECTIVES (C&O) MEETING MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. [Agency/Jurisdiction] hosted a Concept and Objectives (C&O) Meeting on 

[Date], in preparation for the upcoming [Full Exercise Name].

Participants. C&O Meeting attendees included:

• [List Participating Agencies]

Purpose. The purpose of the C&O Meeting was to review the proposed exercise concept;

confirm future planning conferences; and begin discussion of design objectives, scenario, 

participants, exercise methodology, and logistical requirements. Discussion and agreements 

made between planning team members during the meeting are provided below.

Overview of Activities

Exercise Overview. The exercise is a [Exercise Type] exercise. Other exercise activities, such as 

initial briefing of key players and a Hot Wash at the conclusion of the exercise to elicit initial 

feedback on lessons learned, are not included in the [Exercise Duration]-hour period. Other 

participants from adjoining jurisdictions and Federal agencies will be invited to participate at the 

community’s discretion. Each task performed will have associated standards/performance 

measures based on community standard operating procedures (SOPs). 

Exercise Design. An overview of the exercise process and general parameters was provided. The 

planning conference provided an opportunity for planning team members to discuss requirements 

for planning and conduct of the exercise. The following exercise concept and associated tasks 

were discussed: 

• The conference identified several design objectives for the exercise. The community 

would like to focus on the following issues: 

– [Insert Objectives Here]

• The exercise will be held at [Venue].

• The scenario will be based on: 

– [Overview]

Planning Conferences. Additional planning conferences have been scheduled. The dates and 

focus of the conferences will be as follows: 

• Initial Planning Conference (IPC). The IPC, to be held on [Date] at [Location], will be 

conducted to review the proposed exercise concept; confirm future planning conferences;

and begin discussion of design objectives, scenario, participants, exercise methodology, 

and logistical requirements.

• Midterm Planning Conference (MPC). The MPC, to be held on [Date] at [Location], 

will be conducted to review the proposed exercise concept; continue discussion of 

scenario, participants, exercise methodology, and logistical requirements; and review 
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draft documentation (e.g., Exercise Plan). A walkthrough of the exercise site will be 

conducted to coordinate any final details and to obtain necessary photos and images. 

• Final Planning Conference (FPC). The FPC, to be held on [Date] at [Location], will be 

conducted to review drafts of exercise materials (e.g., Situation Manual, Exercise 

Evaluation Guides) covering the scenario, all background materials, design objectives, 

scope of play, support requirements, evaluation materials, etc.

Exercise Conduct. The exercise will be held on [Start Date], at [Venue].

• Additional training of controllers and evaluators will occur on [Date], to prepare them for 

their roles during the exercise. 

• Actor briefings, informing them of their roles and actions, will be held the morning of the 

exercise. 

• A debriefing for controllers and evaluators will be held soon after the exercise’s 

conclusion. A Hot Wash for players will occur immediately after the exercise. 

Outstanding Actions

The following actions remain and will be finalized at the IPC:

• Coordinate participation by agencies, and provide invitations. 

• Finalize the design objectives for the exercise. 

• Compile a list of participating agencies and their planning representatives/contact 

numbers. 

• Select exercise controllers and evaluators. 

• Gather relevant emergency operations plans (EOPs) and SOPs for participating agencies.

• Provide maps of the exercise site. 

Exercise Planning Team Points of Contact (POCs)

Exercise POC:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]

Attendee List

The following individuals attended the C&O Meeting.

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
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Today’s Goals

• Review exercise program

• Propose and discuss design objectives

• Select scenario venue and variables

• Discuss exercise process, structure, 

participation, and documentation

• Discuss support requirements
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[Type] Exercise

• Operations-based exercise

• No-inspection, no-fault, learning 

environment

• Based on design objectives selected by 

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Scope

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Target Capabilities

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Exercise Scenario

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Exercise Participants

• Responders: [Include departments, agencies, and any 

other sources that may provide responders to an incident 

such as fire, emergency medical services (EMS), or 

police.] 

• Emergency management: [Include organizations that are 

involved with the emergency management aspect of the 

exercise such as the mayor’s office and public affairs.]

• Mutual aid: [Include any available mutual aid assets such 

as regional response assets or mutual aid agencies.]

• Federal and State: [List agencies that would be involved 

in this type of incident such as the Federal Bureau of 

Investigation.]
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Hospital Participation (Optional)

• Allows focus on first responder–hospital 

integration

• Requires extra logistical support

– Pool of “victim” actors

– Transportation issues

– Coordinators for actors (1 per 30)

– Extra attention on tracking actors

• Special hospital orientation and debriefing
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Actors

• Number sufficient to stress system

• Variety of symptoms

• Getting actors is the biggest challenge
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Observers and Media

• Observers

– Intended to observe field play

– No functional role

• Media

– Invited to observe and record field play

– Limit access to play area and escort
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Exercise Staff Organization

• Exercise director

• Lead exercise planner

• Exercise controllers

– Senior controller

• Exercise evaluators

– Senior evaluator

• Actors

• Exercise support staff
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Controller Functions

• Lead exercise planner

– Gives final approval of exercise activities

– Monitors exercise progress and coordinates any 

required modifications

• Senior controller

– Coordinates control activities

• Individual controller

– Introduces, maintains, and coordinates exercise 

events in accordance with the Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL)

– Observes and reports exercise artificialities that 

interfere with realism
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Sample Controller Staff

Exercise 

Director

Lead 

Controller

Safety 

Controller

Exercise 

Admin/Support Onsite Offsite

Assembly Area Communications

Site Security Actors (Onsite)

Transport Observer Support

SimCell

Fire/IC Other Police/IC

Decon

EMS

HazMat

Entry

Public Works Special Ops

Hospital

Fire/

Police Dispatch

JIC/PIO

NGOs

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Evaluator Functions

• Know the procedures for the element being 

evaluated.

• Understand the exercise concept and scenario.

• Cover each assigned organization and area.

• Inform controller of design-related problems.

• Observe, record, and report player actions.

• Collect all evaluation data, Exercise Evaluation 

Guides (EEGs), and materials after the exercise.

• Report issues to the lead evaluator.
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Sample Evaluator Staff

Exercise 

Director

Lead 

Evaluator

Onsite Offsite

Fire/IC Other Police/ 

IC

Decon EMS HazMat

Entry

Public Works Special Ops

Hospital

Fire/

Police 

Dispatch

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EOC/EM
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Exercise Identification

• Exercise director [color] hat

• Controllers [color] badges

• Evaluators [color] badges

• Support staff [color] badges

• Players [color] badges

• Observers [color] badges

• Media [color] badges

• Actors [color] symptomology tags
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Weapons Policy

• Personnel not serving as exercise participants will 

NOT carry a loaded weapon within the confines of 

the exercise play area. They may continue to carry 

their weapon only after it has been properly 

cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no ammunition in 

chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines) and only 

after being marked or identified in a conspicuous 

manner (i.e., bright tape visible around the stock 

or holster).

• Personnel providing exercise site security may 

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Documentation

• Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

– Provides administrative details of 

exercise

– Does not give operational details or 

scenario information

– Reviewed at the Midterm Planning 

Conference (MPC)

– Distributed before exercise
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Documentation (cont’d)

• Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook

– Contains all information critical to the 

exercise

– Limited distribution

– Contains evaluation materials

– Reviewed at the Final Planning 

Conference (FPC)

– Distributed at preexercise briefing
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Debriefings

• Responder Hot Wash

• Controller/Evaluator Debriefing

• [Hospital Debriefing]
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Support Requirements

• Briefing rooms and moulage room (if 

needed)

• Communications network and hardware

• Participant needs

– Water

– Restrooms

• Real-world emergency requirements
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Site Maps and Area

• [Insert maps and aerial photographs of the 

exercise site and surrounding area.]
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Initial Response

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After Action Report (AAR)/ 

Improvement Plan (IP)

• Purpose

– Document controller and evaluator observations

– Provide feedback

– Pass on lessons learned

• Report contains:

– Objectives

– Recommendations

– Observations

– Innovations

• Distribution

– Local community

– Federal partners
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Today’s Tasks

• Confirm conduct date and time.

• Confirm objectives.

• Confirm scenario.

• Identify possible venues.

• Identify and invite possible participating agencies and 

participants.

• Identify possible controllers and evaluators.

• Identify available equipment for player use.

• Draft a MSEL for review at [MPC/MSEL Conference].

• Draft ExPlan and C/E Handbook for review at MPC.

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Future Planning Conferences

• MPC: [Date]

• Continue planning process

–Scenario development

–Exercise support requirements

–Site visit

– MSEL review

• Review ExPlan
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Future Planning Conferences (cont’d)

• FPC: [Date]

• Finalize exercise plans

– Scenario timeline

– Support needs and logistics

• Review C/E Handbook
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Develop exercise budget  Sponsor agency’s budget format Minimum 7 mo

Exercise 

Foundation Identify Exercise Planning Team 

members 

 Exercise Planning Team 

organization chart Minimum 7 mo

Develop IPC materials 

 IPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Sample objectives  Participating agency list 

3 to 4 we

Send IPC invitations and read-ahead packet to Exercise Planning Team 

 Invitations  Read-ahead packet 2 to 3 we

Finalize IPC materials 

 IPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master task list  Sample objectives  Participating agency list 

3 days 

Conduct IPC  Approximately 4 hours Minimum 6 mo

Initial Planning 

Conference (IPC) 

Provide IPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 IPC minutes 11 da

Midterm Planning Develop draft Exercise Plan (ExPlan)  Draft ExPlan 30 days 

Conference 

(MPC) Develop draft Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)  Draft MSEL Minimum 5 
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Finalize MPC materials 

 Draft ExPlan  Draft MSEL  MPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master Task List 

5 days 

Conduct MPC  4 to 6 hours Minimum 3 moConduct exercise site walkthrough  N/A FolloProvide MPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 MPC minutes 14 day

Finalize ExPlan  ExPlan Minimum 75 Develop draft Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook 

 Draft C/E Handbook Minimum 10 

Develop media/public information handout 

 Media/public information handout Minimum 10 

Develop communications plan  Draft communications plan Minimum 10 Finalize FPC materials 

 Media/public information handout  Draft C/E Handbook  Draft communications plan  Draft MSEL  ExPlan  FPC presentation  Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Master task list 

Minimum 5 

Conduct FPC  4 to 6 hours Minimum 6 we

Final Planning 

Conference (FPC) 

Finalize C/E assignments  C/E assignments Before co
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Finalize assembly area handout  Assembly area handout Before coProvide FPC minutes to Exercise Planning Team 

 FPC minutes 2 day

Distribute ExPlan to participating agencies and/or organizations 

 ExPlan 25 days b

Conduct Controller And Evaluator Training/Briefing and distribute C/E packet 

 Presentation  C/E packet (C/E Handbook, MSEL, 

Communications Plan, C/E assignments) 

Minimum 1 d

Set up facility  N/A 1 day bConduct exercise participant briefings (and moulage if applicable) 

 Actor brief  Actor waiver forms  Sign-in sheets  Badges  Triage/symptom tags  Player brief  Media/observer brief 

Just be

Conduct exercise  N/A EConduct Hot Wash  Participant Feedback Forms Maximum 2 hConduct C/E Debriefing  C/E Debriefing presentation Maximum 1 

Exercise Conduct 

Provide Hot Wash minutes, C/E Debriefing minutes, and Participant Feedback Forms to Exercise Planning Team 

 Hot Wash minutes  C/E Debriefing minutes  Participant Feedback Forms 

3 to 4 day
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Activity Task Task Materials Relationship 

Workdays/Wee

Develop draft AAR/IP  Draft AAR/IP 2 to 3 wee

After Action Report/ 

Improvement 

Plan (AAR/IP) Provide draft AAR to sponsor agency and Exercise Planning Team  Draft AAR/IP 4 weeks 

After Action 

Conference Conduct After Action Conference 

 After Action Conference 

presentation 

 Agenda  Sign-in sheets  Draft AAR/IP 

5 weeks 

Finalize AAR/IP and distribute to sponsor agency and Exercise Planning Team 

 Final AAR/IP 60 days 

Share lessons learned, best practices, and successes identified in final AAR/IP 

 Final AAR/IP 60 days 

Final AAR/IP 

Track improvements  Final AAR/IP Continuous, w
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[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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MIDTERM PLANNING CONFERENCE (MPC) SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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MIDTERM PLANNING CONFERENCE (MPC) MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. The [Exercise Name] Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) was held on 

[Date], at the [Venue] in [City, Town, County], [State]. Attendees included representatives from:

• [List Agencies and Organizations]

Purpose. The purpose of the MPC was to finalize local design objectives, scenario elements, 

participants, exercise format, and exercise support requirements. These minutes provide an 

overview of the conference and record any decisions or agreements made between stakeholders 

and representatives from the jurisdictions and State agencies.

Overview of Activities

General. Exercise personnel provided an overview of the planning process and the tentative 

decisions reached at the Initial Planning Conference (IPC). The conference was designed to 

provide the opportunity for exercise planners to confirm the following: 

• Specific design objectives for the design of the exercise

• Scenario accuracy

• Local, State, and Federal agency participants

• Site of the exercise facility and support requirements

Exercise Overview. The exercise, which is scheduled for [Length of Play], will be based on 

[scenario] within [Jurisdiction]. The exercise will consist of training for controllers and 

evaluators on [Date]; the exercise on [Date]; and an after action review by controllers, 

evaluators, and emergency management representatives on [Date].

Exercise Design. Subsequent discussion of the design objectives, scenario elements, and 

exercise dates resulted in the following overarching objectives:

• Test communications within [Jurisdiction].

• Exercise local community emergency management plans (CEMPs).

• Evaluate the ability of responders to support each other simultaneously during a 

[scenario] event.

• Evaluate the [Jurisdiction]’s ability to respond to a [scenario] event.

Exercise Conduct. Exercise personnel walked attendees through the [Master Scenario Events 

List (MSEL),] Controller Instructions, and Evaluation Plan. This gave local planners an 

opportunity to ensure that local policies, procedures, and venues were accurately portrayed and 

to raise any possible questions.
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Outstanding Actions

The following actions remain and will be reviewed at the Final Planning Conference (FPC) at 

[Venue] on [Date] at [Time].

Exercise Planning Team:

• Coordinate participation of additional local agencies.

• Coordinate any final logistical issues.

• Coordinate collection of telephone directories for each Emergency Operations Center 

(EOC) and hospital involved in order to facilitate a Communications Plan.

• Finalize the MSEL, Communications Plan, Exercise Plan (ExPlan), Controller 

Instructions, and Evaluation Plan and provide copies to the [Jurisdiction] for 

coordination.

• Coordinate the arrival of setup personnel at venues. 

Points of Contact (POCs)

[Jurisdiction] Exercise Manager:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]

Attendee List

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
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(MPC)

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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Agenda

• Welcome and Introductions

• Initial Planning Conference (IPC) Review 

• Exercise Objectives 

• Exercise Design

• Exercise Control and Evaluation

• Venue Site and Logistics

• Exercise Participants

• Exercise Timelines

• Review and Action Items

• Questions
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Goals of Midterm Planning 

Conference (MPC)

• Confirm exercise goals and objectives.

• Discuss exercise scenario.

• Confirm Exercise Planning Team and exercise 

participants.

• Identify evaluation team and requirements.

• Review draft exercise documents.

• Review exercise schedule and logistics.
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Initial Planning Conference (IPC) 

Review

• IPC minutes

• Scope

• Purpose

• Objectives

• Scenario

• Participating agencies

• Action items

• Exercise dates
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Important Dates 

• Final Planning Conference (FPC): [Date]

• Controller/Evaluator Briefing: [Date]

• Exercise Conduct: [Date]
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Exercise Objectives

• [Insert exercise objectives.]
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Scenario

• [Describe the operations-based exercise 

scenario or list its characteristics. 

Elements listed may include date, location, 

time, weather, threat, hazard, agent, and 

casualty count.]
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Documentation

• Applicable standard operating procedures 

(SOPs) and emergency operations plans 

(EOPs)

• [Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), if 

applicable]

• Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

• After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)
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Exercise Control

• Review control concept

• Controllers

– Who will serve as controllers?

– When will controller training be conducted?
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Exercise Evaluation

• Review evaluation approach

• Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

• Evaluators

– Who will serve as evaluators?

– When will evaluator training be conducted?
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Venue Site and Logistics

• Remaining logistical requirements:

– Determine communication needs.

– Confirm exercise venue.

– Identify participants and determine total 

numbers.

– Determine multimedia utilization.
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Exercise Participants

• Who else needs to participate in order to 

accomplish scenario objectives?

• How do we foster participation?

• What jurisdictions need to be simulated?

• How many observers should we expect?
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Exercise Timeline

• [Insert exercise timelines and schedules.]
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Review and Action Items

• Create and distribute MPC minutes.

• Update draft scenario based on comments.

• Refine exercise objectives, assumptions, and 

constraints.

• Finalize ExPlan for distribution at FPC.

• Complete draft Controller and Evaluator (C/E) 

Handbook for review at FPC.

• Incorporate Exercise Planning Team observations 

and suggestions for improvement.
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[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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MID-TERM PLANNING CONFERENCCE AGENDA

[Date]

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. IPC Review

III. Objectives

o Key Decision / Actions 

IV. Exercise Design

o Exercise Scenario 

o Documentation 

V. Exercise Evaluation

o Functional Areas 

o Evaluators 

o Exercise Evaluation Guides 

VI. Venue Site and Logistics

VII. Participants

VIII. Timelines

IX . Review / Action Items

X. Questions
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FINAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (FPC) AGENDA

[Date]

I. Welcome and Introductions

II. Review of Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) Minutes

III. Objectives Review

IV. Exercise Document Review

V. Exercise Logistics

VI. Exercise Evaluation

VII. Exercise Participants

VIII. Review and Action Items

IX. Questions
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FINAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (FPC) SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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Final Planning Conference (FPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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FINAL PLANNING CONFERENCE (FPC) MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. The [Exercise Name] Final Planning Conference (FPC) was held on [Date], 

at the [Venue] in [City], [State]. Attendees included representatives from:

• [List Participating Agencies and Organizations]

Purpose. The purpose of this meeting was to finalize draft documentation and information with 

the Exercise Planning Team. These minutes provide an overview of the conference, including 

agreements made among exercise planners. 

Overview of Activities

The Exercise Plan (ExPlan) and exercise timeline were reviewed and finalized during the 

conference. The following items were confirmed or issues resolved:

• [List Resolved Issues]

The Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook was reviewed and finalized during the 

conference. The following items were confirmed or issues resolved:

• Badges and hats for participants will be color coded consistently with each another.

• The Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) package was reviewed and finalized.

• The MSEL sequence of events was finalized.

• Controller and evaluator names and phone numbers for the Communications Plan will be 

finalized in the upcoming week.

Action Items

The following items will be accomplished before the exercise:

• Finalize and provide the following documents to the design team by [Date] to ensure that

requested changes have been made to the following:

– ExPlan

– C/E Handbook

– MSEL

• Print and ship the ExPlan, C/E Handbook, MSEL, and Participant Feedback Forms.

• Prepare preexercise controller and evaluator briefings.

Points of Contact (POCs)

[Exercise Name] Exercise Manager:

[Contact Information]
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Final Planning Conference (FPC) Minutes [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

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Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]

Attendee List

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
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Final Planning Conference 

(FPC)

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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Meeting Agenda

• Review Exercise Scope, Purpose, and Objectives

• Review Scenario and Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) timeline

• Review Participating Agencies

• Exercise Control and Simulation

• Exercise Evaluation 

• Exercise Documents

• Exercise Logistics

• Meeting Dates

• Closing
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Operational Security

• This briefing contains exercise and 

operational material that must be 

safeguarded.

• The materials in this briefing are 

categorized as [protective marking]. [Insert 

explanation of protective marking type.]
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Exercise Scope

• [Insert description of exercise scope.]
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Exercise Purpose

• [Insert exercise purpose statement.]
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Target Capabilities

• [List target capabilities.]
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Exercise Objectives

• [List exercise objectives.]
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Exercise Scenario

• [Describe the operations-based exercise 

scenario or list its characteristics.]
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Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) Timeline

• Ensures events are observed and injects are sent at the 

proper time so data concerning performance can be 

obtained and controllers can manage exercise flow.

– Number

– Delivery time/scenario time

– Responsible controller

– Intended player

– Delivery method

– Event synopsis

– Message/description

– Expected player action

– Objective to be demonstrated
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Participating Agencies

• [List participating agencies.]
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Exercise Staffing

• Select controllers [including Simulation Cell 

(SimCell) controllers, if applicable]

• Select evaluators

• Select support staff

– Real-world emergency medical services (EMS) unit

– Security

– Registration support

• Select actors

– Number/source

– Waiver

– Tracking
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Exercise Control

• Exercise director: [Name]

• Safety controller: [Name]

• Senior controller: [Name]

• Functional area controllers

• SimCell controllers

• Simulators/subject matter experts (SMEs)

• SimCell location: [Location]
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Exercise Evaluation

• Lead evaluator: [Name]

• Evaluators

• Evaluator training requirements

• Evaluation components

– Objectives

– Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)/evaluation criteria

– Participant Feedback Form

– Player Hot Wash

– Controller and Evaluator Debriefing

– Evaluator reports
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Exercise Documents

• Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

• Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook

• Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

• EEGs 

• [Optional: VIP/Observer Management 

Plan]

• [Optional: Media Management Plan]
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Weapons Policy

• Personnel serving as exercise participants will NOT 

carry a loaded weapon within the confines of the 

exercise play area. 

• Authorized individuals may carry their weapon only after:

– It has been properly cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no 

ammunition in chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines)

– The weapon has been marked or identified in a conspicuous 

manner (i.e., bright tape visible around the stock or holster)

• Personnel providing exercise site security may carry 

loaded weapons.
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Exercise Logistics

• Provide food and water

• Provide restrooms

• Provide videotaping and photography

• Determine funding

• [Acquire and apply moulage]
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Exercise Logistics (cont’d)

• Determine briefing locations

– Controller and Evaluator Briefing

– Actor Briefing

– Player Briefing

– Observer/Media Briefing

– Controller and Evaluator Debriefing
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Exercise Logistics (cont’d)

– Field site

– Emergency 

Operations Centers 

(EOCs)

– Hospitals

– Other play locations

– Exercise assembly 

area(s)

– Registration

– Observer/VIP area

– Media area

– SimCell

– Briefing areas

– Parking

• Identify and coordinate any exercise locations
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Meeting Dates

• Controller and Evaluator Briefing: [Date]

• Exercise Conduct: [Date]

• Controller and Evaluator Debriefing: [Date]

• After Action Conference: [Date]
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Remaining Tasks

• Finalize and provide the following documents to 

the design team by [Date] to ensure that 

requested changes have been made to the 

following:

– ExPlan

– C/E Handbook

– MSEL

• Print and ship the ExPlan, C/E Handbook, 

MSEL, and Participant Feedback Forms.

• Prepare preexercise controller and evaluator 

briefings.
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Questions 

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Closing 

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Extent of Play Agreement [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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EXTENT OF PLAY AGREEMENT

Purpose

This extent of play agreement establishes:

• Political subdivisions and/or agencies agreeing to participate in [exercise name]

• Acknowledgement that the primary source of funding for conduct of the exercise will be 

[insert funding source]

• Conditions that will be used to develop, conduct, control, and evaluate [exercise name], 

as agreed to by the participating jurisdictions

Exercise Participants

This agreement is between the [sponsoring organization name] and the participating 

organizations as follows:

• [List participating organizations; if known, list an agency point of contact (POC) with 

phone number and e-mail address]

All personnel participating in [exercise name] will play consistently and realistically with the 

exercise objectives and scenario. Participants in the exercise will include those who have 

direction and control responsibilities demonstrating [objective functional areas].

All organizations that have direction and control responsibilities in the event of a [scenario]

incident will play in the [Emergency Operations Center (EOC)/Joint Information Center (JIC)] as 

consistent with the exercise objectives and scenario. A field response will also be demonstrated.

This will include demonstration of [insert issues that will be demonstrated, if known].

Exercise Support

Design and Development

Personnel who are designated to be part of the Exercise Planning Team will participate in all 

planning meetings and other activities as appropriate to ensure the successful design, 

development, conduct, and evaluation of [exercise name]. 

The planning meetings are scheduled as follows:

• [List planning conference dates, times, and locations.]

Expected Level of Conduct Participation

The following table outlines the expected level of conduct participation by each organization, as 

it is known at the time this document is finalized.
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Projected Level of Conduct Participation

Name of Organization Expected Participation Remarks

[Example: Fairfax County] [Example: Location; number of 

units or assets]

[Example: JIC manned for 2 

hours only]

[Example: Fairfax County 

Emergency Medical 

Services (EMS)]

[Example: Fairfax Middle School, 

1 Basic Life Support]

[Example: For real-world 

emergencies]

Standards and References

Exercise play by [organizations] will be based on the following documentation (in the editions 

that are current as of the signing of this agreement):

• [List any memorandums of understanding (MOUs)/memorandums of agreement 

(MOAs), plans, or other documents that will be used to evaluate exercise play for this 

exercise.]

Exercise Parameters

The effects of the scenario will be within a range to achieve the objectives for each jurisdiction

and will be consistent with responders demonstrating their capabilities at the exercise play 

locations.

The following capabilities will be exercised:

• [Insert capabilities to be exercised (e.g., medical surge, isolation and quarantine).]

The following objectives will be evaluated:

• [Insert objectives.]

Exercise play will begin at a predetermined time on [exercise date], and will continue 

uninterrupted for a minimum of [duration] or until objectives are addressed [or real-world 

activities require termination of some or all activities]. Exercise control will be advised should 

termination of play be made earlier than agreed. Some participants [e.g., intelligence activities]

may play beyond [duration] designated for the entire exercise.

[Insert statement of expected media participation and rules.] [Example: Joint facilities and 

functions that involve multiple organizations (e.g., activation and operation of a JIC, the 

functions of the Federal onscene coordinator and Regional Response Team [RRT], and 

activation and operation of a Federal Response Center [FRC]) will be demonstrated consistently

with the exercise objectives, this agreement, and the scenario. For this exercise, a JIC will be 

activated and operated jointly by those organizations that are identified in existing plans.]
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Simulations and Considerations

[Insert a description of play that will be simulated and special considerations that will be 

necessary as part of this agreement. This section may include expectations of responders (e.g., 

limitations on interactions with actors and victims) and descriptions of exercise enhancements 

(e.g., simulated ammunition rounds)]

Command and Control

[Describe the projected control concept.]

Exercise Cancellation 

Should real-world circumstances force cancellation of the scheduled exercise, no other exercise 

activities will take place without the approval of the [exercise approving authority]. Cancellation 

notifications will be distributed to all participating organizations in writing.

Exercise Funding

The participating organizations acknowledge that funding for [exercise name] provided through 

the [insert funding source] will be expended in accordance with appropriate guidance, as 

modified by Federal, State, tribal, or local government policies, practices, or procedures.

After Action Report (AAR) and Improvement Planning 

The draft After Action Report (AAR) will be distributed by [date] via [method (e.g., e-mail)] to 

the participating organizations. Each participating organization will designate and provide a 

representative(s) as appropriate to present, discuss, and refine the draft AAR at the After Action 

Conference. Once the AAR has been finalized and corrective actions have been identified, the 

organization’s representatives will identify a person who is responsible for the corrective action 

and the timeframe for implementation. [The lead evaluator will post the finalized 

AAR/Improvement Plan (IP) into the Corrective Action Program (CAP) System. From that point 

forward, it will be each organization’s responsibility to update its respective corrective actions on 

the CAP System.]
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[Section Title] 4 [Jurisdiction]

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Signatures

The following participating organizations agree to support the [exercise name] as described 

herein. By signing this agreement, the representative of the named organization acknowledges 

the need for and is authorized to obligate agency resources to ensure successful participation in 

[exercise name].

Organization Organization

Organization Organization

Organization Organization

Reviewed and approved by:

[Approving Authority] Date
Recommended Participating Agency List 

Operations-Based Exercises

1

The participants selected to play in the exercise should be based on the scope and type (e.g., drill, 

functional, full-scale) of exercise as well as the scenario. This list is not all inclusive. 

Local 

Law Enforcement 

 Bomb squad/special operations

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) field office

 Mutual aid

 Police department (e.g., patrol, investigations, evidence team)

 Sheriff’s office

 Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)

Fire/Hazardous Materials (HazMat) 

 Command and line staff

 Fire department

 HazMat team

 Mutual aid

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 

 Private 

 Public 

Medical 

 Coroner or medical examiner 

 Hospital administrators 

 Hospital emergency department staff 

 Poison control 

Communications/Dispatch 

 9-1-1 

 Dispatch 

Emergency Management 

 Emergency management 

 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff 

 Homeland security 

 Public affairs (e.g., Public Information Officer [PIO]) 

Public Health 

 Administrator/manager for epidemiological labs (private) 

 Administrator/manager for epidemiology 

 Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) 

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 

 Communicable diseases (epidemiologists/physicians) 
Recommended Participating Agency List 

Operations-Based Exercises

2

 Director of public health 

 Health and human services (commissioned and noncommissioned) 

 Hospital administration and emergency departments 

 Infectious disease/pathology section representative 

 Laboratory managers 

 Medical examiner or coroner 

 Public health service 

 Poison control and toxicology 

 U.S. Army Medical Research Institute for Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) 

Agricultural 

 Area Veterinarian in Charge (AVIC) 

 Board of Animal Health representative 

 Foreign Animal Disease Diagnostician (FADD) 

 State Veterinarian 

 Veterinary diagnostic laboratory 

 Veterinary Medical Assistance Team (VMAT) 

 Veterinary reserve corps 

 Veterinary services laboratory 

 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 

 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service 

(APHIS) 

Other 

 Amateur radio 

 Elected/appointed officials and delegates 

 Environmental quality/control 

 Exercise venue/facility staff 

 Private sector 

 Public works 

 Transit authority 

 Volunteer organizations (e.g., American Red Cross, The Salvation Army) 

State 

 Agricultural/veterinary 

 Emergency management 

 Environmental quality/protection 

 Law enforcement 

 National Guard/Civil Support Team (CST) 

 Port authority 

 Public health department 

 Public utilities and engineering 

 Transportation 
Recommended Participating Agency List 

Operations-Based Exercises 

3

Federal 

 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 

 Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT) 

 Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team (DMORT) 

 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 

 Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) 

 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) 

 U.S. Department of Agriculture 

 U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) 

 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) 

 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 
HSEEP Exercise Guidance 

Sample Objectives 

Operations-Based Exercise 

1

The following are example objectives for an operations-based exercise. Planning team members 

should limit the number of objectives to four or five. These objectives may be combined or 

modified as needed; the objectives listed here do not constitute an all-inclusive list. The selected 

objectives should be based on the exercise scope, type (i.e., drill, functional exercise, full-scale 

exercise), scenario, and/or subject. For example, a drill with a scenario involving an explosive 

device should include objectives that focus on law enforcement and bomb squad issues. 

1. Evaluate the capability to implement the Incident Command System (ICS) in response to a 

terrorist incident and effectively transition to a Unified Command. 

2. Exercise the local coordination and integration of internal and external response resources by 

the local ICS. 

3. Assess the ability to establish and maintain multiagency and multijurisdictional 

communications in response to a terrorist incident. 

4. Examine the ability of local response agencies to implement victim, personnel, equipment, 

and facility decontamination in a mass-casualty incident. 

5. Assess the capability of response personnel to detect, identify, monitor, and respond to the 

effects of a hazard/agent. 

6. Examine the ability to provide effective prehospital emergency medical care in response to a 

terrorist incident. Assess the ability to conduct triage, treatment, and transport operations. 

7. Assess ways to reduce the conflicting requirements for protection of a crime scene and 

evidence collection with the need to perform victim rescue operations. 

8. Exercise the ability to activate, staff, and operate the local Emergency Operations Center 

(EOC). 

9. Assess the adequacy of local plans for the flow of public information and the interface with, 

and use of, media resources. 

10. Assess the ability of local medical facilities to respond to the effects of a terrorist incident. 

Implement decontamination, treatment, and patient-tracking procedures for both transported 

and self-referred patients. 
HSEEP Exercise Design Guidance 

Biological Scenario Factors: 

Operations-Based Exercises 

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These variables will assist the planning team in building an exercise scenario involving a 

biological agent. The following factors should be determined in sequential order when 

developing the scenario: 

1. Transmissibility. Planning team members should determine if the agent will be 

contagious (e.g., smallpox) or noncontagious (e.g., anthrax). 

2. Lethality. The lethality of the agent will help determine the number of casualties in the 

scenario. This determination should be based on the jurisdiction’s capabilities to respond 

to a mass casualty situation. Planners should be careful not to overwhelm participants 

during the exercise. 

3. Effects. The selection of the agent should also be based on its effects or symptomology. 

4. Venue. The selection of the venue should depend on the agent identified. The extent of 

the scenario will be affected by the type of venue and its location. To ensure that 

participants are not overwhelmed, if a contagious agent is selected, consider placing the 

source of contamination in an area that does not attract a lot of people. 
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These variables will assist the planning team in building an exercise scenario that involves a 

chemical agent. The following factors should be determined in sequential order when developing 

the scenario: 

1. Persistent or Nonpersistent Agent. Persistent agents tend to remain in the environment 

where they were released for an extended period of time. Agents classified as 

nonpersistent lose effectiveness after only a few minutes or hours (depending on 

subsequently listed factors). An example of a persistent agent is lewisite; an example of a 

nonpersistent agent is sarin. The agent selected for an exercise may be based on the venue 

identified and the capabilities of the jurisdiction to respond to the agent’s characteristics 

(e.g., lethality, symptomology). 

2. Open Air or Enclosed Venue. An open-air venue is outside (e.g., a stadium or park). An 

enclosed venue has limited space (e.g., an arena or exhibit hall). When selecting the agent 

involved in the exercise scenario, the type of venue should be considered. For example, if 

the agent selected is nonpersistent, the venue should not be open air due to the agent’s 

dissipating characteristics. 

3. Single or Multiple and/or Secondary Device(s). This is the number of devices involved 

in the scenario. The planning team will need to determine the method of dissemination 

for the agent, type of devices (explosive or nonexplosive), and number of devices that 

will initiate the event. Consideration should also be given to including a secondary device 

that would target first responders in the scenario. 

4. No Notice or Credible Threat Warning. The planning team should determine if there 

will be a warning phase during the exercise that presents participants with credible threat 

information that the potential for an attack is heightened (e.g., homeland security 

advisory system, intelligence gathering) or if the attack occurs without any such warning. 

5. Casualties. Based on the lethality of the agent, the type of venue (or simulated location), 

and the number of devices, the planning team should determine approximately how many 

casualties should be affected in the exercise scenario. This number should also be based 

on the jurisdiction’s capabilities to respond to a mass casualty situation. Planners should 

be careful not to overwhelm participants during the exercise. 

Agent Venue Devices Warning Casualties 

Nonpersistent Open air Single No notice +500 

 Multiple Credible threat <1,000 

Persistent Enclosed Secondary <5,000 

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CONTROLLER INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE

Exercise Controller Organization

Controllers, evaluators, and personnel essential to the exercise are collectively referred to as the 

exercise staff organization. The exercise staff organization, current at the publication of this 

document, is shown in Figure 1. Control of the exercise will be established through an exercise 

controller organization. This organization will control all exercise activities at all exercise 

locations.

Figure 1. Sample Exercise Staff Organization

Exercise Control

Exercise Start, Suspension, and Termination Instructions

The [Exercise Name] will be conducted on [Date], beginning at [Time]. Exercise play is 

scheduled for [Exercise Duration] or until the Exercise Director and Senior Controller determine 

that the exercise objectives have been met at each venue. The Exercise Director will announce 

the start of the exercise. The Exercise Director will announce exercise suspension or termination 

and will instruct participants to stop in place safely.

If an actual emergency occurs, the exercise may be suspended or terminated at the discretion of 

the Exercise Director, depending on the nature of the incident. The designated phrase in case of a 

medical emergency is “real-world emergency.” The Exercise Director will announce 

resumption of the exercise.
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Controller Responsibilities

Table 1 details specific controller responsibilities.

Table 1. Controller Responsibilities

Controller Responsibilities

Exercise Director

• Oversees all exercise functions

• Oversees and remains in contact with controllers and evaluators

• Debriefs controllers and evaluators after the exercise

• Oversees setup and cleanup of exercise and positioning of controllers and evaluators

• Serves as safety officer for his or her site

Venue/Facility Security (Venue Supervisor)

• Establishes and maintains security at exercise venue

• Oversees the site security detail

• Enforces site access procedures

• Serves as safety officer for his or her site

Public Information Officer (PIO)

• Provides escort for observers

• Provides narration and explanation during exercise events, as needed

• Performs preexercise and postexercise public affairs duties

• May act as media briefer and escort at exercise site

• Serves as safety officer for his or her site

Venue Controller

• Issues exercise materials to players 

• Monitors exercise timeline

• Provides input to players (i.e., injects) as described in Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

• Serves as safety officer for his or her site

Simulation Cell (SimCell) Controller

• Issues exercise materials to players 

• Monitors exercise timeline

• Provides input to players (i.e., injects) as described in MSEL

For specific controller assignments, please see [Appendix C].

Controller Package

Controllers and evaluators will receive their exercise materials at the Controller and Evaluator 

Briefing. The controller package will consist of the Exercise Plan (ExPlan), Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) Handbook, activity logs, badges, and other exercise tools (e.g., Master Scenario 

Events List [MSEL]) as necessary. Controllers may reorganize the material so information that is 

critical to their specific assignment is readily accessible. Controllers must bring their packages to 
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the exercise. Controllers may also bring additional professional materials specific to their 

assigned exercise activities.

Incident Simulation

Because the exercise is of limited duration and scope, the physical description of what would 

fully occur at the incident site and surrounding areas will be relayed to the players by controllers. 

Controllers will “paint the picture” for players—verbally or with limited written materials—

regarding what is happening in and around the incident scene.

Scenario Tools

The MSEL outlines benchmarks and injects that drive exercise play and provide realistic input to 

exercise players. It provides information that is expected to emanate from simulated 

organizations (e.g., nonparticipating organizations, agencies, and individuals that usually would 

respond to a situation). The MSEL consists of the following two parts:

• Timeline. This is a list of key exercise events, including scheduled injects and expected 

player actions. The timeline is used to track exercise events relative to desired response 

activities.

• Injects. An individual event inject is a detailed description of each exercise event. The 

inject includes the following pieces of information: inject time, intended recipient, 

responsible controller, inject type, a detailed description of the event, and the expected 

player action.

Communications Plan

All spoken and written communication will start and end with the 

statement “THIS IS AN EXERCISE.”

Controller Communications

The principal method of communication for controllers during the exercise will be [Means of 

communication, i.e. radio (channels), telephone]. A list of key telephone and fax numbers and 

radio call signs will be available in a Communications Directory before the exercise starts. 

Controller communications will link control personnel at all play areas and will remain separate 

from player communications. In no case will controller communications interfere with or 

override player communications.

Player Communications

Players will use routine, in-place agency communication systems. Additional communication 

assets may be made available as the exercise progresses. The need to maintain a capability for a 

real-world response may preclude the use of certain communication channels or systems that 

usually would be available for an actual emergency. In no instance will exercise communications

interfere with real-world emergency communications. Each venue will coordinate its own 

internal communication networks and channels.
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Controller Instructions

Before the Exercise

• Review appropriate emergency plans, procedures, and protocols.

• Review appropriate exercise package materials, including the objectives, scenario, injects 

or implementers, safety and security plans, and evaluator instructions.

• Attend required briefings.

• Review the exercise objectives and controller package for your area of responsibility.

• Report to the exercise check-in location at the time designated in the exercise schedule, 

meet with the exercise staff, and present the Player Briefing.

• Be at the appropriate location at least 15 minutes before the exercise starts. If you are not 

assigned to a specific site, be in place to meet participants at least 15 minutes before the 

exercise starts.

• Obtain or locate necessary communications equipment, and test it to ensure that you can 

communicate with other controllers and the Exercise Director.

During the Exercise

• Wear controller identification items (e.g., [hats and badges]). Controller [hats and 

badges] will be issued at the Controller and Evaluator Briefing on [Date].

• Avoid personal conversations with exercise players.

• If you have been given injects, deliver them to appropriate players at the time indicated in 

the MSEL (or as directed by the Exercise Director). Note: If the information depends on 

some action to be taken by the player, do not deliver the inject until the player has earned 

the information by successfully accomplishing the required action.

• When you deliver an inject, notify the Exercise Director and note the time you delivered 

the inject and player actions.

• Receive and record exercise information from players that would be directed to 

nonparticipating organizations.

• Record all significant events you observe.

• Observe and record exercise artificialities that interfere with exercise realism. If an 

exercise artificiality interferes with exercise play, report it to the Exercise Director.

• Begin and end all exercise communications with the statement “This is an exercise.” 

This precaution is taken so that anyone who overhears the conversation will not 

inadvertently mistake exercise play for an actual emergency.

• Do not prompt players regarding what a specific response should be, unless an inject 

directs you to do so. Clarify information as long as doing so does not provide coaching.
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• Ensure that all observers and media personnel stay out of the exercise activity area. If you 

need assistance, notify the Exercise Director.

• Do not give information to players about scenario event progress or other participants’ 

methods of problem resolution. Players are expected to obtain information through their 

own resources.

• The Exercise Director will notify you when the exercise has been suspended or 

terminated. The exercise will be terminated when the Exercise Director determines that 

all exercise objectives have been met or enough time has elapsed for exercise objectives 

to have been demonstrated.

After the Exercise

• Distribute copies of Participant Feedback Forms and pertinent documentation. After 

participants have completed these forms, collect the forms and give them to the Exercise 

Director. Coordinate this task with the evaluator in your area.

• All controllers are expected to conduct a Hot Wash at their venue and, in coordination 

with the venue evaluator, take notes on findings identified by exercise players. Before the 

Hot Wash, do not discuss specific issues or problems with exercise players. At exercise 

termination, summarize your notes and prepare for the Controller and Evaluator 

Debriefing. Have your summary ready for the Exercise Director.

Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Exercise

Hot Wash

Immediately after completion of exercise play, controllers will facilitate a Hot Wash with players 

from their assigned location. This meeting is primarily geared toward participants and their 

supervisors. The Hot Wash is an opportunity for players to express their opinions about the 

exercise and their own performance while the events are still fresh in their minds. At this time, 

evaluators can seek clarification regarding certain actions and what prompted players to take 

them. All participants may attend; observers are not encouraged to attend this meeting. The Hot 

Wash should not last more than 30 minutes. Evaluators should take notes during the Hot Wash 

and include these observations in their analysis.

Controller and Evaluator Debriefing

Controllers, evaluators, and selected exercise participants will attend a facilitated Controller and 

Evaluator Debriefing on [Date] at [Location]. During this debriefing, these individuals will 

discuss their exercise observations in an open environment to clarify actions taken during the 

exercise. Evaluators should take this opportunity to complete their Exercise Evaluation Guides 

(EEGs) for submission to the Lead Evaluator and begin the analysis process outlining the issues 

to be included in the After Action Report (AAR). 
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Evaluations

All evaluations are preliminary and may be revised on the basis of information from other 

controllers, evaluators, or players. If a controller or evaluator did not observe specific aspects of 

an organization’s performance, exercise players may be asked to comment. The evaluation 

should indicate that this information was provided by players.

Participant Feedback Forms

Participant Feedback Forms will be used to document participant information about the exercise. 

The controller will distribute these forms during the Hot Wash. The forms will be collected 

afterward, along with attendance or participation rosters. Controllers should emphasize to players 

that these forms provide the opportunity for them to comment candidly on emergency response 

activities and exercise effectiveness.

After Action Conference

The After Action Conference is a forum for jurisdiction officials to hear the results of the 

evaluation analysis, validate findings and recommendations in the draft AAR, and begin 

development of the Improvement Plan (IP). The After Action Conference will be held at 

[Location] on [Date], beginning at [Time]. 

Exercise Report

An exercise AAR/IP will be prepared to document the evaluation of overall exercise 

performance. The AAR/IP will include the exercise schedule, scenario, players’ activities, 

evaluations, issues, opportunities, and best practices. The AAR also will contain the following:

• A brief summary, with introductory and general statements noting the exercise scope, 

purpose, objectives, players, and overall performance assessment

• Assessments for each capability observed

• Issues and recommendations suggested by controller, evaluator, and player comments

A draft AAR will be provided to participating organizations for comment before the After Action 

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EVALUATOR INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE

General Information

The goal of exercise evaluation is to validate strengths and identify improvement opportunities 

for the participating organization(s). In [Exercise Name], evaluation will attempt to validate 

plans, procedures, and protocols of [Jurisdiction] and participating agencies and determine their 

level of capability with regard to the exercised target capabilities. Validation attempts to answer 

the following questions: 

• Were established plans, procedures, and protocols followed during the exercise? 

• Did the agencies do what they said they were going to do?

• Were the plans, procedures, and protocols effective?

• What level of capability do the plans, policies, and procedures establish?

This validation is accomplished by the following means: 

• Observing the event and collecting supporting data

• Analyzing the data to compare performance against expected outcomes

• Determining what changes need to be made to procedures, plans, staffing, equipment, 

communications, organizations, and interagency coordination to ensure expected 

outcomes

The evaluation results will provide an opportunity to identify ways to build on strengths and 

improve capabilities. Because jurisdictions are testing new and emerging plans, skills, resources, 

and relationships in response to a changed homeland security environment, every exercise or 

event can be expected to result in multiple findings and recommendations for improvement.

Exercise Evaluation

The [Exercise Name] uses Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) formulated by the U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and evaluation methodologies established in the 

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) as the guide for conducting all 

exercise evaluation. The After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) will be formatted so 

that it conforms to current DHS guidance.

After Action Report/Improvement Plan (AAR/IP)

The AAR/IP will be organized by capability, with a section of the AAR/IP devoted to each of the 

exercised capabilities. For each capability and subordinate activity, the Lead Evaluator will 

provide an assessment of how well the executing agency or personnel performed, including best 

practices and areas for improvement. Specific issues and observations will be identified for each 

capability and activity, and recommendations for resolving issues will be provided, based on 

input from controllers, evaluators, and exercise planners.
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Finally, the Lead Evaluator will assign a performance rating for each capability (or activity) on 

the basis of standard criteria. These ratings represent various degrees of capability. Definitions of 

performance ratings for each capability or activity will be provided.

Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

The content for the AAR/IP will be drawn from the EEGs. Each evaluator will be provided with 

an EEG that will give specific guidance regarding what data to collect during the exercise, how 

to record it, and how to analyze it before submission to the Lead Evaluator. The Lead Evaluator 

and Senior Controller will compile all evaluator submissions into the first working draft of the 

AAR/IP.

Each EEG provides a list of subordinate activities and tasks that players are expected to perform 

during the exercise to demonstrate the specified capability. These tasks, which are drawn 

primarily from the Universal Task List (UTL) and the Target Capabilities List (TCL), will be 

divided into critical tasks (tasks that are required to demonstrate the capability) and supporting 

tasks (tasks that enhance performance but are not required). Evaluators’ observations regarding 

the level of performance of these tasks will inform the performance ratings assigned by the Lead 

Evaluator in the AAR/IP.

Evaluator Responsibilities

Player performance must be observed and analyzed against plans, policies, procedures, and 

practices, using criteria established before the exercise. Evaluators document player performance 

by using EEGs and information obtained during the Hot Wash. The evaluations, documentation, 

Hot Wash, and debriefing discussions provide important information that substantiates exercise 

conduct and performance. The AAR/IP will summarize the overall results of the exercise and 

provide a comprehensive assessment of capabilities and plans that were demonstrated. Specific 

evaluator activities include the following.

Before the Exercise

• Review appropriate plans, procedures, and protocols.

• Attend required evaluator training and other briefings.

• Review appropriate exercise materials, including the exercise schedule and evaluator 

instructions.

• Review the EEGs and other supporting materials for your area of responsibility.

• Report to the exercise check-in location at the time designated in the exercise schedule, 

and meet with the exercise staff.

• Be at the appropriate location at least 15 minutes before the exercise starts. If you are not 

assigned to a specific site, be in place to deploy as necessary at least 15 minutes before 

the exercise starts.

• Obtain or locate necessary communications equipment, and test it to ensure that you can 

communicate with other evaluators and the Exercise Director.
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During the Exercise

• Wear evaluator identification items (e.g., badges). Evaluator badges [and any additional 

identification items] will be issued at the Controller and Evaluator Briefing on [Date].

• Avoid personal conversations with exercise players.

• Do not prompt players with specific responses or interfere with player performance in 

any way.

• Your primary duty is to document player performance. After the exercise, that 

information will be used to determine whether the exercised capabilities and plans were 

effectively implemented or demonstrated and to identify strengths and improvement 

items.

After the Exercise

• Participate in the Hot Wash, and take notes on findings identified by players. Before the 

Hot Wash, do not discuss specific issues or problems with participants. After the Hot 

Wash, summarize your notes and prepare for the Controller and Evaluator Debriefing. 

Have your summary ready for the Lead Evaluator.

Documenting the Event

Evaluators must keep accurate records and notes because these records will form the basis for 

evaluation of player performance. Evaluation is valuable because it provides constructive 

feedback (positive and negative) to improve the effectiveness of an organization’s response to 

emergencies. Accurate and detailed documentation is critical to facilitate a full record of all the 

events in an exercise and to understand player actions.

Evaluators will document the exercise by using the appropriate EEGs for actions in their area. 

The EEGs are provided separately as part of the evaluator package. Evaluators should document 

key activities and those activities that require a timely response for later evaluation.

Evaluators should review their forms and notes immediately after the exercise to ensure an 

accurate reconstruction of events and activities for discussion at the Controller and Evaluator 

Debriefing. Evaluation materials, including notes and forms, become part of the exercise 

documentation. Checklists and evaluation forms must be completed as thoroughly and accurately 

as possible.

Evaluator Package

Evaluators will receive their materials for review at the Controller and Evaluator Briefing. The 

evaluator package contains the Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook, Exercise Plan 

(ExPlan), EEGs, and other items as necessary. Evaluators should bring the package to the 

exercise. They may reorganize the material so information that is critical to their specific 

assignment is readily accessible. Evaluators may bring additional professional materials specific 

to their assigned activities.
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Controller and Evaluator Briefing

This briefing will assist in preparing evaluators for performance of their functions and will 

include a detailed review of event activities. This briefing is the time for evaluators to ask 

questions and ensure that they completely understand their roles and responsibilities. Evaluator 

questions should be addressed and information clarified so that controllers and evaluators feel 

confident that they can perform their assignments effectively.

Evaluator Instructions and Guidelines

General

Evaluators should avoid personal conversations with players. Evaluators should not give 

information to players about event progress or other participants’ methods of problem resolution. 

Players are expected to obtain information through their own resources.

Evaluation Basics

Remember, your experience and expertise are your most important tools. Experienced evaluators 

use the following techniques for effective evaluation:

• Use EEGs to confirm that evaluation objectives are met.

• Take detailed notes concerning significant activities observed, including the time they 

were initiated or completed.

• When more than one evaluator is assigned to an area, divide responsibilities to ensure 

detailed evaluation of player activities.

• Stay in proximity to player decisionmakers.

• Focus on critical tasks, as specified in the EEGs.

Recording Important Events

Although numerous events may occur simultaneously, evaluators do not need to record all the 

action. Knowing which events are important helps evaluators eliminate superfluous data and 

provide the kind of information that is most useful for evaluation. Important events that 

evaluators should record include the following:

• Initiating scenario events

• Actions of players in relation to the event

• Key decisions made by managers and the times these decisions are made

• Deviations from plans and implementation procedures

• Times when significant actions are completed

• Equipment used
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What to Look For

Individuals preparing the exercise report will analyze the results provided by all evaluators to 

achieve an integrated evaluation of exercised plans and capabilities. Their analysis will focus on 

the timing of key events, decisions made, and actions taken. To assist in that analysis, you should 

focus on the following areas:

• Timeliness in actions

• Communication among players and organizations

• Direction and coordination of field activities

• Monitoring and assessing events

• Command and control 

• Creative player problem-solving, potentially beyond current plans and implementation 

procedures

• Plans or procedures that affect player efforts

• Equipment issues in relation to player efforts

Placement and Monitoring

Evaluators should be located so they can observe player actions and hear conversations without 

interfering with those activities. In certain conditions, more than one evaluator may be needed in 

a particular setting or area.

For specific evaluator assignments, please see [Appendix C].

For exercise site maps highlighting key locations, please see [Appendix B].

Postexercise Activities

The Lead Evaluator will notify you when evaluation of the event has been suspended or 

terminated. The evaluation will be terminated when the Exercise Director determines that all 

exercise objectives have been met or enough time has elapsed for exercise objectives to have 

been demonstrated.

All evaluators are expected to participate in a Hot Wash and take notes on findings identified by 

players. Before the Hot Wash, evaluators should not discuss specific issues or problems with 

participants. After the Hot Wash, summarize your notes and prepare for the Controller and 

Evaluator Debriefing. Have your summary ready for the Lead Evaluator.

Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Exercise

Hot Wash

Immediately after completion of exercise play, controllers will facilitate a Hot Wash with players 

from their assigned location. This meeting is geared primarily toward participants and their 

supervisors. The Hot Wash is an opportunity for players to voice their opinions regarding the 

exercise and their own performance while the events are still fresh in their minds. At this time, 

evaluators can seek clarification regarding certain actions and what prompted players to take 

them. All participants may attend; observers are not encouraged to attend this meeting, however. 
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The Hot Wash should not last more than 30 minutes. Evaluators should take notes during the Hot

Wash and include these observations in their analysis.

Controller and Evaluator Debriefing

Controllers, evaluators, and selected exercise participants will attend a facilitated Controller and 

Evaluator Debriefing on [Date] at [Location]. During this debriefing, these individuals will 

discuss their exercise observations in an open environment to clarify actions taken during the 

exercise. Evaluators should take this opportunity to complete their EEGs for submission to the 

Lead Evaluator and begin the analysis process outlining issues to be included in the AAR.

Evaluations

All evaluations are preliminary and may be revised on the basis of information from other 

controllers, evaluators, or players. If a controller or evaluator did not observe specific aspects of 

an organization’s performance, exercise players may be asked to comment. The evaluation 

should indicate that this information was provided by players.

Participant Feedback Forms

Participant Feedback Forms will be used to document participant information about the exercise. 

A controller will distribute these forms during the Hot Wash. These forms will be collected 

afterward, along with attendance or participation rosters. Controllers should emphasize to players 

that these forms provide them with the opportunity to comment candidly on emergency response 

activities and exercise effectiveness.

After Action Conference

The After Action Conference is a forum for jurisdiction officials to hear the results of the 

evaluation analysis, validate findings and recommendations in the draft AAR, and begin 

development of the IP. The After Action Conference will be held at [Location] on [Date], 

beginning at [Time]. 

Exercise Report

An exercise AAR/IP will be prepared to document the evaluation of overall exercise 

performance. This AAR/IP will cover the exercise schedule, scenario, players’ activities, 

evaluations, issues, opportunities, and best practices. The AAR also will contain the following:

• A brief summary, with introductory and general statements noting exercise scope, 

purpose, objectives, players, and an overall performance assessment

• Assessments for each capability observed

• Issues and recommendations suggested by controller, evaluator, and player comments

A draft AAR will be provided to participating organizations for comment before the After Action 

Conference is held.
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Time Personnel Activity

[Month Day, Year]

1300 to 1500 Controllers, evaluators, Exercise 

Planning Team members

Controller and Evaluator Briefing 

[Month Day, Year]

0800 Selected controllers and exercise 

staff

Exercise site setup

0830 Controllers and evaluators Check-in

0900 Participants (players, observers, 

actors)

Registration

0915 Controllers and evaluators Communications check

0930 Participants Participant briefings

0945 All Report to various locations

1000 All Exercise starts

1400 All Exercise ends

Immediately after the 

exercise

Participants, controllers, evaluators Hot Wash

[Month Day, Year]

0900 Controllers, evaluators, Exercise 

Planning Team members

Controller and Evaluator 

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Name Role Position

Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Controller Site controller, site safety officer

Controller

Evaluator EOC management evaluator

Evaluator Communications evaluator

Simulation Cell (SimCell)

Controller Lead SimCell controller, Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) tracker

Controller Local law enforcement simulator

Controller Jurisdictional fire simulator

Controller Emergency medical services (EMS) simulator

Controller State simulator

Field Site

Controller Senior Controller, Incident Command controller, site safety 

officer

Controller Assembly Area controller

Controller Special weapons and tactics (SWAT) controller

Controller Hazardous materials (HazMat) controller

Controller Bomb squad controller

Controller Victim actor controller

Controller Observer/VIP controller

Evaluator Weapons of mass destruction (WMD)/HazMat response 

and decontamination evaluator

Evaluator Onsite incident management evaluator

Evaluator Communications evaluator

Evaluator Public safety and security response
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APPENDIX D: WEAPONS POLICY (DELETE IF NOT 

APPLICABLE)

It is the policy of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency 

Management Agency (FEMA) National Preparedness Directorate to ensure that every effort is 

made to provide a safe and secure environment during National Preparedness Directoratesponsored exercises for its participants, observers/VIPs, control and evaluation staff members, 

volunteers, and the general public.

Weapons

Federal and contractor exercise planners and controllers plan for and promulgate control 

measures with regard to weapons, whether introduced as a simulated device during exercise play 

or used by law enforcement officers in their normal scope of duties. For the purpose of this 

policy, a weapon includes all firearms; knives; less-than-lethal weapons, tools, and devices; and 

any other object capable of causing bodily harm.

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) and who have an assigned exercise role (e.g., responder, tactical team) with the 

potential for interaction with other exercise participants (i.e., actor victims), will NOT carry a 

loaded weapon within the confines of the exercise play area. They may continue to carry their 

weapon only after it has been properly cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no ammunition in 

chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines) and only after being marked or identified in a 

conspicuous manner (e.g., bright tape visible around the stock or holster). The use of an area 

clearly marked as “off limits” and with assigned armed personnel to secure weapons in a 

container, vehicle, or other security area is acceptable and should be consistent with host 

jurisdiction weapons security policies.

Qualified personnel who have legal authority to carry weapons (e.g., law enforcement, security, 

military) who are used to provide real-world perimeter security for the exercise and have no 

assigned or direct interaction with exercise participants may continue to carry loaded weapons as 

part of their normal scope of duty.

All other personnel with no legal authority to carry weapons will not bring, introduce, or have in 

their possession any weapon of any type in any area associated with the exercise. All exercise 

participants will be provided with a safety briefing that specifies provisions and policies 

regarding weapons before the exercise starts.

Explosives and Pyrotechnics

Simulated explosive devices, such as “flash bangs,” pyrotechnics, flares, smoke grenades, and so 

forth, will be handled and/or detonated only by qualified exercise staff members or bomb 

technicians. Eye and ear protection should be worn by any persons in the area of explosive 

devices.
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Aggressive Behavior

Aggressive behavior will not be tolerated during exercise conduct, except in matters of selfdefense. Examples of aggressive behavior may include excessive speeding; uncontrolled animals 

(e.g., K-9s, horses); use of defense products (e.g., mace, pepper spray, stun guns, tasers, batons); 

and forceful use of operational response equipment or tools (e.g., pike poles, hose lines used at 

full stream on victims).

Exercise Notification

The DHS/FEMA National Preparedness Directorate supports exercise play that simulates reallife incidents; however, funds are not to be used for exercises that include or impact the general 

public without prior notification. Public notification includes, but is not limited to, message 

signs, press releases, postcards, radio/press advertisements, and community hearings. Exceptions 

to this policy specifying special mitigating circumstances must be directed, in writing, to the 

Exercise Manager or hseep@dhs.gov 30 days before the exercise.
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MASTER SCENARIO EVENTS LIST (MSEL) CONFERENCE 

AGENDA

[Date]

I. Welcome and Introduction

II. Exercise Overview

III. Review MSEL

IV. Action Items

V. Closing
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Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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MASTER SCENARIO EVENTS LIST (MSEL) CONFERENCE 

MINUTES

[Meeting Date]

Date and Location. The [Exercise Name] Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) Conference was 

held at [Venue] on [Date]. Attendees included representatives from: 

• [List Participating Agencies and Organizations]

Purpose. The purpose of the conference was to review and finalize the MSEL. A summary of 

finalized items and any pending or outstanding issues is provided below.

Overview of Activities

General. The MSEL Conference was designed to provide the opportunity for exercise planners 

to review and finalize the MSEL.

[Insert MSEL Conference Overview]

Outstanding Actions

The following actions and next steps remain: 

• [List Action Items]

Points of Contact (POCs)

[Exercise Name] Exercise Manager:

[Contact Information]

Lead Exercise Planner:

[Contact Information]

Attendee List

Name Organization Phone Number E-Mail
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT

INJEC

T 

MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

1 1 6:00 (Jurisdiction) 

Earthquake Phone White Cell

(State) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management 

(DEM) and 

(State) Joint 

Operations 

Center (JOC)

5

Duty Officers will receive calls from White 

Cell and initiate callup protocols.

~Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs) 

are activated.

On (Date), (Time) HRS, seismic stations record an earthquake on the (Jurisdiction) Fault System. Initial 

estimates suggest the quake measured approximately Magnitude (#) on the Richter Scale and was centered 

in the vicinity of (City), (State).

Seismologists with the United States Geological Survey (USGS) suggest aftershocks could occur throughout 

the region.

2 1 6:15 Emergency 

Management Phone (City) (SimCell Representative [Rep]) (State) DEM 5

Emergency operations center (EOC) is partially operational, working on backup power. (City) is gathering 

information on situational awareness, such as assessing damages of critical infrastructure, areas hardest hit, 

assets available, reviewing mutual aid agreements, performing search and rescue operations, requesting 

resources, treating victims, and establishing communications.

3 1 6:30 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 1

(City) EOC reports that that significant street damage has occurred within (City). They may need assistance 

on clearing debris within the city. EOC requests status on State and Federal highway cleanup as soon as it is 

available

4 1 6:35 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC reports that it is partially operational at this time (personnel are delayed by damage at homes).

5 1 6:40 Communications Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 2 (City) EOC reports that incoming and outgoing message traffic is limited. Landlines are not reliable, and cell 

phone service is intermittent.

6 1 6:45 Communications Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 2 (County) EOC reports incoming and outgoing calls via cell are working properly, but some landlines are down throughout the county.

7 1 6:50 Utility Phone (City) (SimCellRep) (State) DEM 3 Electricity is out in (City) until damage can be assessed in the substations. Generators will be needed for 

shelter facilities this evening.

8 1 6:55 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 1 (Airport) is not operational. Initial report from (Airport) indicates it has received significant nonstructural 

damage. A thorough damage assessment is beginning at the airport.

9 1 7:00 Hazardous Materials 

(HazMat) Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 10 (Power Plant) is reporting a possible HazMat incident. Details are not available. HazMat teams are called to the plant at (Address) in (City) (State)

10 1 7:00 Expected actions Phone 5 Decision to activate EOC. Call downs begin. Staff arrives by (Time).

11 1 7:00 (National Guard [NG]) 

Activation E-Mail White Cell (Task Force) 7

~ Operations Order (OPORD) 

development

~ Standup of Joint Task Force (JTF) 

(State)

~ Joint reception, staging, onward 

movement, and integration (JRSOI) 

development

At the request of (Governor), the (State) Adjutant General (TAG) has requested the Joint Force 

Headquarters (JFHQ) fully staff positions for (##)-hour operations, as well as make preparations to fully 

activate and deploy a Joint Task Force (JTF) in support of emergency response in the region. The JTF will be 

tasked with defense support to civilian authorities (DSCA) and other specific missions as identified by (State) 

DEM. The JFHQ is tasked to prepare an operations order (OPORD) that outlines primary mission 

assignments, responsibilities, and parameters. JTF personnel should report to their assigned armory 

staging area for immediate reception, staging, onward movement, and integration (RSOI) and deployment to 

the joint operational area (JOA).

The Governor has requested that all (National Guard) members not currently deployed or on imminent orders 

to deploy be activated and report readiness to JFHQ-(State).

Additionally, the Governor anticipates severe damage to a widespread area and has asked the (National 

Guard) to alert military partners in surrounding States that their assistance will most likely be needed to save 

lives, restore critical infrastructure, and help civilian responders provide essential services.

(MilitaryRepresentative) directs full staffing of the (State) JFHQ-JOC in anticipation of taskings to support 

earthquake recovery operations. 

12 1 7:00 EVENT: NG support 

from surrounding States

Phone or 

In-person White Cell (Task Force) 7

~ JOC-to-JOC communication

~ Identification of readily available assets

~ DSCA process

~ Informing SEOC of available support 

options

The TAG directs JFHQ-(State) to identify assets from surrounding States that are immediately available. She 

indicates that she has spoken to the TAGs of (State), (State), (State), and (State), who have all indicated that 

they will send forces immediately upon request. She directs (National Guard) to contact those States to 

identify available assets and offer them as resources to (State) DEM through the NG liaison officer (LNO) in 

the State emergency operations center (SEOC).

13 1 7:00

EMAC coordination-field 

training exercise (FTX) 

units

White Cell (State) DEM 7

(National Guard) begins coordination with (State), (State), (State), (State) JOCs to identify units available for 

emergency management assistance compacts (EMACs). Upon approval from TAG/Governor, these units will 

begin movement while the SEOC works the official EMAC process.

14 1 7:00 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (State) DEM 5

(County) EOC reports that it is partially operational at this time (personnel are delayed by damage at homes). 

It also reports that there are hundreds of injuries, including many individuals that will require transport to a 

hospital

15 1 7:05 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM 5

(County) EOC is partially operational, experiencing a loss of power and using a backup generator. 

Communications are not severely disrupted and are still operational for the most part, but cell service is spotty 

in several areas as are 800mHz radio systems. Several cell towers and repeaters have apparently fallen.

16 1 7:10 Firefighting Phone (County) (State) DEM 4

(County) EOC reports that there is a large structure fire burning with individuals trapped inside at one of the 

hotels in downtown (City). There is no water to fight the fire. Firefighters are attempting to isolate the fire and 

are allowing it to burn. There are many other fires now underway throughout the city, including four other major 

fires

17 1 7:10 Search and Rescue Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 9

(City) EOC reports that at least (##) people are currently trapped in the (Hotel) on (Address). Search and 

rescue effort is being initiated, but resources are almost nonexistent. Initial estimates are that over (##) 

buildings collapsed. EOC requests support for search and rescue efforts.

18 1 7:15 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC reports that it is partially operational at this time (personnel are delayed by damage at homes).

19 1 7:20 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 3

Damage to water infrastructure is still being determined. Most of (City) is without water due to several broken 

water mains. The citywide power outage will affect wastewater treatment plant operation. Crews are being 

dispatched to determine where water main breaks have occurred, but this will take some time.

20 1 7:25 Emergency 

Management Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 5

Elected officials have called in to express concern over safety, particularly with the maintaining law and order 

within the city. Are the county facilities and businesses safe? Will there be a curfew tonight? Are extra police 

and security personnel available?

21 1 7:30 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3 (Power Company) is currently conducting damage assessment of the power lines and grids. At this time, (##) percent of the county is without electricity

22 1 7:30 Transportation Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1

(County) EOC reports that (Highway) is blocked due to rock falls and landslides east of (City). (County) EOC 

also confirms reports that (Highway) north towards (City) is closed due to moderate/severe buckling of 

pavement and damage to the (Bridge) over the (River). (County) EOC requests heavy machinery and 

operators for debris removal from roadways and with highway and bridge repair. 

23 1 7:30 Expected actions 5 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Regional Response Coordination Center (RRCC) is 

activated.

24 1 7:35 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1

One of several requests that also require 

DEM EOC to fill role of intelligence 

gathering and coordination of state road 

clearing resources (probably more 

demand than they can answer, particularly 

if resources are trapped within a particular 

community and must clear way in).

(County) EOC reports that all routes into (City) are blocked by rock falls and landslides. Requests help to 

clear an evacuation route out of (City). Department of Public Works (DPW) will have a crew available to work 

one route from (City) side but cannot determine which route is best choice. Please coordinate with other 

counties and advise where to begin work.

25 1 7:40 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC reports that local elected officials are calling them to express concerns over safety, particularly 

the viability of county facilities and rumors of looting. Will there be a curfew tonight? 

26 1 7:45 Communications Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 2

(County) EOC reports incoming and outgoing calls via radio are not working properly and some landlines are 

down throughout the county. Cell phone services are working intermittently. EOC requests additional 

communications support

27 1 7:50 Emergency Declaration Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 2 Need to coordinate with counties for 

timing.

Elected officials from (City) have declared a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of the 

earthquake exceed the City's capability to respond. (City) is evaluating requirements for assistance.

28 1 7:52 Critical Skills 

Exemptions E-Mail White Cell (Task Force Name) 7 ~ Development of critical skills listing~ Verification of CEIF accuracy

The TAG requests a list of National Guard personnel with critical civilian skills and positions who will not be 

available for activation. In addition she wants a review of the currency of the Civilian Employee Information 

System and appropriateness of critical skills exemptions

29 1 7:50 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Water): Reports are coming in of water supply disruptions. Assessment 

teams will be dispatched to try and determine the cause of the shortage and the location of any water main 

breakages

30 1 7:55 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

(City) EOC provides initial reports that there are hundreds of injuries and (##) fatalities. Some neighborhoods 

are inaccessible due to debris in the roadway and overpasses having collapsed. As a result, it is expected that 

the number of casualties will rise.

31 1 8:00 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3 (Power Company) crews are assessing damage to substations in (County). Early indications are that power might be restored soon if the (Power CompanySubstation) does not have extensive damage.

32 1 8:00

(City) Collapsed 

Building Security 

Request

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 13

~No civilian involvement (City) provides 

site only. QRFs will conduct security 

operations and relief-in-place, transfer of 

authority (RIPTOA) procedures. 

Resource Request:

~(City) (##) Requests for Federal 

Assistance (RFA) Security

Following building collapses in the (City) area, local officials have received reports of civilians attempting to 

reenter damaged structures. The fire chief has a damage assessment team working around the clock to 

assess residences and commercial properties and deem them safe for reentry. Meanwhile, residents have 

been spotted moving through collapsed and precarious structures. Some are believed to be looting 

abandoned properties and removing valuable goods. 

(Jurisdiction Police Department) is overwhelmed and unable to secure all sites. We request a security force 

to secure a collapsed building from potential looters and/or civilians attempting to return the area, which has 

been deemed unstable. Anticipate that (Jurisdiction Police Department) will be able to take over security for 

the site (Time and Date), but will need full security until then, including, roving patrols, self-sustaining, and 

traffic control points (TCPs).

Need (##) Hour Operations

Location: (Jurisdiction Fire Station #)

(Address)

(City), (State)

LAT/LONG: (GPS Coordinates) 

POC: (Point of Contact)

Contact Info: 

Start: (Date) 

Mission End Date: (Date) (Time)

33 1 8:00 Expected actions ~

Duty officer, standard 

operating procedures 

(SOPs)

~ 1.) (State) DEM EOC is operational; 2.) RRCC is operational; 3.) Initial preliminary damage assessments 

(PDAs) are completed.

34 1 8:00 EMAC Announcement 

and JRSOI Kickoff Web EOC White Cell (Task Force), (State) DEM 5 ~ Assemble anticipated FTX forces for exercise 

(Governor) and the (State Emergency Management) have reached an agreement with the States of (State), 

(State), (State), and (State) for support of (National Guard) units. The units listed will begin transit to (City). 

Formal EMAC processes will be worked while they are in transit.

(State):

 -(Military Support Unit) (# Passengers [PAX])

(State):

 -(Military Support Unit) (Joint Task Force) (# PAX)

 -(Military Support Unit) (# PAX)

 -QRF (# PAX)

 -CERF-P (# PAX)

 -(Military Support Unit) (# PAX)

 -(Military Support Unit) (EOC Team) (# PAX)

 -(Military Support Unit) (Air Evac/Med) (# PAX)

(State):

 -CERF-P (# PAX)

 -HQ SPT Team (# PAX)

(State):

 -KC135 Aircraft and Crew (# PAX)

 -LNOs (# PAX)

 -JRSOI Obs (# PAX)

 -Damage Assessment Team EN CO (# PAX)

The (State) TAG and Chief of Staff direct the J-Staff to initiate all appropriate procedures to receive these 

incoming forces. Movement coordination and JRSOI procedures need to be developed for these units.

35 1 8:05

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile 

urban search and rescue 

(USAR) request

Phone (County) (State) DEM 9

Tasking of (State TaskForce) to perform 

search and rescue operations at 

(Telecommunications Service) NLT 

121200 JUNE.

(County) EOC reports that there are numerous buildings that have collapsed, many with trapped victims inside. 

Local fire departments are responding to as many events as they can, but will be inundated in a short amount of 

time and request augmentation to perform search and extraction and medical operations. Request that USAR 

teams deploy to (Address) in (City) where university buildings have collapsed.

36 1 8:05 Firefighting Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 4

(City) EOC reports that there are numerous fires burning (latest count is (##) individual fires, (##) minor, (##) 

major) and a loss of water pressure. At present, the fire department can do little but prioritize each incident 

and attempt to contain the most severe, and let the smaller ones burn out. Evacuation of areas is a 

consideration. Heavy equipment may be needed from the State. They are working on isolating natural gas line 

breaks and shutting valves to minimize fires

37 1 8:10

Air mission for 

(Jurisdiction) wildfire 

suppression

Phone

White Cell 

(Simulating JFHQ-

(State) JOC)

JTF-Silver 4

~(#) (Helicopter) should be supplied for 

this mission.

~Delivery method may be through 

Counties, SOC, or JOC. Exact method 

TBD, but mission will go through.

The earthquake damaged power lines in (City). The resulting fire has ignited a blaze in a relatively confined 

area. However, some trees have caught fire and officials are concerned the fire will spread into an 

uncontrollable blaze if it is not extinguished right away.

(County) and (County) have contacted the (State) SEOC to request aviation and fire fighting support. (Air 

National Guard) is unable to support the mission due to earthquake damage to their systems. (Air National 

Guard) requests (National Guard) provide water pickup and release on fires in the (Jurisdiction). (Air 

National Guard) estimates that (#) (Helicopters) fitted for water operations will fill the needed mission.

Pickup Site - (Jurisdiction)

Water Drop Site - TBD

38 1 8:10 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1

(County) EOC reports that major roads including (Interstate), (Highway), and (Highway) appear to be 

severely damaged within the county; minor roads experienced some moderate damage (mainly broken 

pavement)

39 1 8:15 Video Inject 1 Video Controllers at Venues 15

~Each venue receives DVD and/or 

Windows Media Files of videos.

~Controllers are responsible for playing 

video at the appropriate time.

VIDEO INJECT ONE IS PLAYED IN ALL VENUES.

~Announced Earthquake has hit.

~Highlights communications challenges.

~Discusses potential effects, actions.

40 1 8:15 Medical Phone (County) 

(SimCellRep) (State) DEM 8

(Hospital) reports that a number of people are being treated for generally minor injuries. There are no deaths 

to report at this time. People with life threatening injuries in other counties are awaiting transportation to 

(Hospital). (County) EOC requests (Medical Transport) to initiate as soon as possible and additional medical 

supplies.

41 1 8:20 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8 (County) EOC reports that there are numerous reports of injuries in (City), including two individuals that will require transport to a hospital

42 1 8:30 Emergency Declaration Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5

Elected officials from (County) have declared a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of the 

earthquake exceed the county's capability to respond. The county is evaluating requirements for assistance.

43 1 8:30 Emergency Declaration Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5 (County) Commissioners declare a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of the earthquake exceed the county's capability to respond. The county is evaluating requirements for assistance.

44 1 8:30 Emergency Declaration Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5

Elected officials from (County) have declared a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of the 

earthquake exceed the county's capability to respond. The county is evaluating requirements for assistance.

45 1 8:30 Emergency Declaration Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5

Elected officials from (County). have declared a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of 

the earthquake exceed the county's capability to respond. The county is evaluating requirements for 

assistance.

46 1 8:30 Emergency Declaration Fax (County) (State) DEM 5 Elected officials from (County) have declared a State of Emergency. Officials have concluded the effects of the 

earthquake exceed the county's capability to respond. The county is evaluating requirements for assistance.

47 1 8:30 Medical Phone (County) (State) DEM 8

(County) EOC reports that the following health facilities report minor to moderate damage although all are 

operational. Each of these hospitals is overwhelmed with treating both the seriously injured and (##) of the 

"walking wounded." All are operating on backup power. Collectively, the hospitals, including (Hospital), 

(Hospital), (Hospital), (Hospital), (Hospital), and (Hospital) report (#) earthquake-related deaths.

48 1 8:40 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

(City) reports that (Hospital) is unable to care for all victims arriving. The hospital has received severe 

damage. Medical personnel are overwhelmed with treating hundreds of "walking wounded" and evacuating the 

severely injured. Medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) is requested for most seriously injured to neighboring 

counties. Transportation via bus or National Guard trucks are also needed for evacuating other injured. 

 

49 1 8:45 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3

(Power Company) crews are assessing damage to the electric system in (County). Early indications are that 

power is on for most of the county (~[##] percent). Approximately (##) residents and businesses are without 

power in the (City) area and (##) customers in the (City) area.

50 1 8:45 Governor's Declaration 

of State of Emergency Fax White Cell (State) DEM 5 ~ National guard Bureau (NGB) planning and coordination

Governor declares a State of Emergency for (County), (County), (County), and (County)l and requests a 

Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. 

51 1 8:50 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCellRep) (State) DEM 6

(City) EOC is requesting food (for (##) for (##) days), water ((##) pallets of drinking water), blankets ((##)), 

cots ((##)) and other supplies for the shelters. Question on whether or not shelters in neighboring counties 

will be opened for (City) residents and if so how they will get transported?

52 1 8:55 Firefighting Phone (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM 4

(County) EOC reports that there is a large structure fire burning in the business district in (City). There is no 

water to fight the fire. They will be isolating fire with heavy equipment and allowing it to burn. There are other 

fires now underway throughout the county, mainly isolated and minor but possible spreading may occur in 

(City). 

53 1 9:00 Presidential Disaster 

Declaration Fax White Cell (State) DEM 5

At the request of (Governor), the President has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for all counties 

affected by the (Recent Major) earthquake in (State). Both the National Response Framework (NRF) and the 

Stafford Act have been activated. Representatives from FEMA will begin coordinating Federal-level support to 

affected States.

54 1 9:00 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 4

(County) EOC reports shelters are being assessed for damages. (ElementarySchool) and (High School) are 

being prepared to open at (Time). (County) EOC requests mobilization of resources for operating these 

shelters opening additional shelters and mass feeding operations 

55 1 9:05 Public Safety Phone Call (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 13

County Commissioners are calling in to express concern over safety in (City) particularly the county facilities 

and businesses. Will there be a curfew tonight? Do they have authority to demolish buildings to create fire 

breaks?

56 1 9:10 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

(City) EOC reports that number of injured now at (#) and quickly rising; (#) requiring medical attention 

exceeds capability in (City). EOC requests (Medical Transport) as soon as possible as well as additional 

medical personnel to treat the injured

57 1 9:15 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1 (County) EOC reports that the (Bridge) has collapsed into the (River). There is an unconfirmed report that there is a car in the water 

58 1 9:20 Communications Phone (County) 

(SimCellRep) (State) DEM 2 (County) EOC reports that incoming and outgoing message traffic is limited. Landlines are not reliable, and cell phone service is intermittent.

59 1 9:20 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 6

(City) EOC reports shelters will be established at the (High School) and (College) campus. Shelters will be 

opening later today. Donation by a local merchant has helped with some food and water supply for shelter but 

will need supplies regardless. Also generator for shelters will be needed by night fall. A public 

announcement requesting volunteers to help at (College) shelter is needed.

60 1 9:20 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM 4

A wildfire in the (Jurisdiction) strips local firefighting resources.

Expected Action: More firefighting resources, aircraft, hand crews, and Type I and III engines are needed. 

Identify how many of what kinds of engines they want and who is requesting them. Contact (National Guard) if 

their firefighting aircraft are available. Activate the (State) Fire Mutual Aid system to request resources from 

other regions in (State) and (State) Office of Emergency Services (OES). Coordinate with local fire public 

information officers and the State JIC regarding messages to public regarding emergency services.

61 1 9:25 Emergency 

Management Fax (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC reports that it is fully operational at this time.

62 1 9:25 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8 (County) EOC requests State assistance with communications support, life-saving activities, medical assistance road clearance and firefighting

63 1 9:25 Medical Fax (County) (State) DEM 8 (County) EOC requests State assistance with communications support, life-saving activities, medical 

assistance and supplies, establishing shelters, road clearance, and gathering situational awareness.

64 1 9:30 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8 (County) EOC requests aid with medical treatment and supplies and establishing a triage area. (Urgent Care Clinics) in (City) and (City) are already being overrun with the "walking wounded."

65 1 9:32

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile 

HazMat request

Fax or 

Phone White Cell (State) DEM 10

~Resource Request: 

(Jurisdiction) (##) RFA 

(Telecommunications Service)

The (Chemical Facility) (Telecommunications Service) has reported damage from the earthquake. Local 

responders have responded to the site, but their radiation pagers show activity. Local HazMat responders are 

fully tasked with response to the earthquake and (Jurisdiction) EOC requests a HazMat unit be sent in to 

survey and characterize the threat. Unit should be prepared to conduct follow-on missions as determined by 

the Incident Commander.

66 1 9:35 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8

Many victims with serious injuries are showing up at the (Hospital). The hospital is still prepared to handle 

the additional medical needs of the county. Depending on the number of victims coming in, there may be slight 

capacity to receive from other counties, but additional medical supplies and healthcare providers are still 

needed. This decision is TBD.

67 1 9:35 Damage Assessment Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 9

Initial Damage Assessment (Buildings): Approximately (##) buildings in (County) have moderate to extensive 

damage. Numerous buildings have extensive damage and individuals trapped inside. Approximately (##) 

percent of county has been assessed. Status of trapped people is unknown. Search and rescue assistance 

may be necessary

68 1 9:40 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM 4

Fire Stations in (County) have been damaged by the earthquake. They are unable to get fire and emergency 

medical services (EMS) apparatus out of some of the buildings.

Expected Action: Identify what the actual needs are and activate the (State) Fire Mutual Aid system to request 

resources from other regions in (State) and (State) OES. Coordinate with EMS emergency support function 

(ESF). Request additional ESF staff to help (Duty Officer) with requests. Coordinate with local fire public 

information officers and the State JIC regarding messages to public regarding emergency services.

69 1 9:45 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM 8

The Earthquake caused significant damage to both (Health Facility) and (Health Facility). There are reports 

of injury to both staff and clients in both locations.

(Health Facility) and (Health Facility) request additional MHDS staff to assist in evacuation.

Expected Action: ESF 8 needs to contact disaster staff at (Health Facility) and (Health Facility) to ask how they 

are doing, what they need, and how and where they plan to evacuate staff and clients. Where are they going to 

relocate clients and staff? Source did not sustain significant damage; staff are available to assist at both 

(Health Facility) and (Health Facility).

70 1 9:50 Public Safety Phone SimCell (State) DEM 13 A (StateTrooper) advises of overpass collapse (Direction) (Interstate) over the (Direction) (Highway) ramp. 

Trooper advises of (##) vehicles trapped under the debris and numerous accidents as a result of the collapse.

71 1 9:50 Transportation Fax SimCell (State) DEM 1

(StateTrooper) in (County) reports that (Interstate) is closed (Direction) of (City) from (Street) to (City) 

because of a landslide from milepost (##) to milepost (##). They have also indicated that the landslide caused 

debris to go across the (Direction) lanes. They also report that in (City), the (Building) has collapsed, and 

debris has closed that area of (Highway) from (Street) to (Street). Additionally in (City), highway patrol has 

reported that (Highway) south of (City) is closed at (Bridge), (Marker ##), due to cracks in the bridge. Initial 

inspection deems it to be unsafe, pending a more detailed inspection. (Highway) is closed going into (County) 

due to severe liquefaction in many areas of the highway.

72 1 9:55 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM 8 (Mental Health) Administration has received calls from (Group Homes) that have suffered earthquake damage 

and need assistance with client evacuation and shelter

Earthquake Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
73

1 10:00 Mobile Field Hospital 

Initial Request

Coordinatio

n initiated by 

(City) EOC

(City) (State) DEM8

~State EOC will arrange pickup and task 

NG units to support the pickup and transfer 

of the field hospital to the site and its 

return.

~State EOC will also coordinate with the 

manufacturers of the field hospital to set it 

up. 

~Placeholders needed in MSEL but no 

true injects should be necessary for the 

actual hospital.

The earthquake has damaged the (Hospital) , resulting in reduced capacity to care for earthquake victims. 

Doctors and Nurses are able to treat patients, but lack facilities. (City) and County personnel request the 

state identify and provide additional assets to support hospital operations until facilities can be restored to 

previous levels of service. 

The asset will be needed (Date –(Date), with transport occurring (Date). Displaced medical workers from the 

(Hospital) will staff the Field Hospital; medical assets will not be requested.

741 10:00 Damage Assessment Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 (County) EOC requests that the State inspect the (Dam) because of concerns that the dam may be damaged.

751 10:05 Mass Care Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC requests food (for 

[##] people for [##] days), water ([##] pallets of drinking water), blankets (##), 

cots (##) and other supplies for the shelters

761 10:05 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC requests (##) strike teams of type (##) ambulances and (##) doctors. 

771 10:05 Communications Phone (County) (State) DEM2 (County) EOC reports that incoming and outgoing message traffic is limited. Landlines are not working, and 

cell phone service is intermittent. Additional communications support is requested.

781 10:10 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC reports that number of injured now at (##); (##) requiring medical attention beyond capability in 

(City). Request (##) MEDEVAC helicopters. Landing Zone: (GPS Coordinates). 

791 10:10 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Wastewater): (County) EOC reports that the (Bridge) is severely 

damaged. The report of a car in the river is incorrect. However, a ruptured sewer line is leaking raw sewage 

into the (River)

801 10:15 Medical Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8

Search and rescue operations are underway. Current status is (##) confirmed deaths and about (##) 

individuals with varying degrees of injuries. Approximately (##) need hospitalization and extensive medical 

treatment. (County) EOC requests additional medical supplies for treating the injured. 

811 10:15 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (County) EOC reports that (Highway) between (City) and (City) is damaged due to liquefaction. (Highway) is 

blocked towards (City) (Highway) is also blocked towards (City) 

821 10:20 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM8

(Hospital) (Address) reports numerous residents with moderate injuries requiring medical attention. 

(Hospital) usually handles elective surgeries but also contains several physicians who offer family practice 

services. Direction is sought on coordination of effort and where to send the most seriously injured as 

supplies are running out

831 10:20 Transportation Fax (City) (SimCellRep) (State) DEM1

Initial assessment of roads: Impassable roads include (Highway), (Direction) towards (City); (Highway) 

(Direction) through (City) towards (City); (Highway) (City) to (City). Single lane/restricted include (Highway) 

(Direction) of (City) towards (City). Crews are dispatched to clear (Highway) and (Highway) in (City).

841 10:25 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC reports that they will open (High School) (capacity (##)) and (High School) (capacity (##)) as 

shelters at (Time)

851 10:30 Utility Phone (City) (SimCellL 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure assessment (Wastewater): (City) Wastewater Treatment Plant reports minor damage. 

Inspections are underway to determine the cause and severity of the damage to the facility.

861 10:35 Transportation Phone (County) (State) DEM1

(County) EOC reports that all major routes into (City) are blocked by rock falls and landslides. (Highway) is 

blocked by numerous rockslides. Collapsed overpasses and liquefaction-related damage is also a major 

concern 

871 10:40 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC reports that there are several individuals seeking medical assistance and that the (Hospital) 

and other urgent care facilities in the county are quickly being overwhelmed by individuals with minor injuries.

881 10:45 Firefighting Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

4 Firefighters report being overwhelmed by responding to minor medical calls and helping elderly residents 

evacuate their homes State support is requested

891 10:45 Transportation Fax (County) (State) DEM1

(Highway Patrol) reports that the following roads are blocked by rock falls or damaged by liquefaction. These 

roads include: (Highway) ([Direction] toward [State] through [Jurisdiction] and [Direction] toward [City]); 

(Highway) ([Direction] towards [City] and [Direction] toward [City]); (Highway) (through [City] and [Direction] 

in the direction of [City]); (Highway) (along [Jurisdiction]); (Highway) (City); and (Highway) (to [City]) are 

closed due to varying degrees of damage. Heavy equipment is needed to clear these roads.

901 10:50 Firefighting Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

4

Firefighter are prioritizing where to send fire assets. Several small fires are being allowed to burn out while 

they address the major fires. Additional fire assets are necessary to address large and small fires. Water 

supplies are running low. Requests are made for (##) strike teams of Type (##) engines for (City); (##) strike 

teams of Type (##) engines for (City) and (##) strike team of Type (##) engines with foam for petroleum fires 

for (City) fires.

911 10:55 Public Safety Phone SIMCELL (State) DEM 13

A (State Trooper) advises of serious injury accident involving a commercial tractor trailer hauling gasoline 

and a passenger vehicle. Accident is reported at (Highway) (Direction) (City) mile-marker-(##). The 

commercial vehicle is leaking gasoline

921 10:55 Transportation Fax SimCell (State) DEM1

(State Highway Patrol) in (County) reports that (Highway) is closed from milepost (#) to milepost (#) because 

of numerous landslides in the area. Also, one of the tunnels at (City) has collapsed, raining debris all over the 

area, closing (Highway) from (City) to (City). (State Highway Patrol) in (City) reports that a major fissure has 

developed in the road at the (Highway) Interchange going (Direction) out of (City). This has restricted traffic 

to one lane.

931 11:05 Public Safety Phone SimCell (State) DEM 13 A (State Trooper) advises that the accident involving the tractor trailer hauling gasoline is now a confirmed 

fatality and gasoline is still "flowing" from its tank 

941 11:10 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM4

Local fire departments in the affected area discover a staffing shortage because of personnel unable to reach 

their duty stations either due to blocked roads or family commitments due to earthquake.

 

951 11:15 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM8 The Governor is requesting that ESF 8 develop a key message that helps calm the public and provides coping 

tools to add to their public service announcements

961 11:20 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

(Health Center) Administration reports that they have contacted each rural mental health clinic. Although there 

is no building damage in their clinics, the (City) clinics have overturned file cabinets and bookshelves; pictures 

have fallen from walls; computer monitors have been knocked off of desks; and there is quite a bit of glass on 

the floors. They are also reporting that their group homes have been calling and have clients that need to be 

evacuated and provided shelter. Many of the clients in the group home are panicked and in need of crisis 

counseling. (Health Center) Administration is requesting that (Health Center) mental health assistance 

teams be deployed to assist at shelters where group home clients are being relocated to a disaster shelter.

971 11:25 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

(Health Center) Administrator calls to request update on situation and would like a report detailing all 

information that has come into ESF 8 and what has been done and what else is planned. Administrator 

requests that he be provided situation reports every hour

981 11:25 Transportation Fax SimCell (State) DEM1

In (County), (State Highway Patrol) reports that traffic has been restricted on (Highway) going through (City), 

as debris is all over the road in that area. In addition, (Highway) has buckled at milepost (##) near (Street) in 

the (Direction) lane, restricting traffic. (State HighwayPatrol) in (County) reports that a landslide at milepost 

(#) to milepost (#) and a rock slide at milepost (#) to milepost (#) has closed those portions of (Highway).

991 11:30

Mobile Field Hospital 

supporting resource 

requests

Fax White Cell (State) DEM8

~State EOC will arrange pickup and task 

NG units to support the pickup and transfer 

of the field hospital to the site and its 

return.

~State EOC will also coordinate with the 

manufacturers of the field hospital to set it 

up. 

~Placeholders needed in MSEL but no 

true injects should be necessary.

~(City) (##) RFA Medical Center

~(City)(##) RFA Medical Center Forklift

(City) has reached an agreement to deploy a mobile medical facility from (City) to the (Hospital). They submit 

resource requests for the following:

-Transport Capability

-Forklift for offloading the facility at the (City) Location 

Execute Mission NLT: (Time)

End: (Time) or upon completion

Resources: (##) flatbed trucks, convoy security, forklift

Pickup Location: (State Purchasing Warehouse)

(Address) (City), (State) 

Pickup Meeting Location: Loading docks on west side of building (Transport trucks need to use the access 

road (dirt) south of train tracks.)

Drop-Off Location: (Hospital) 

(Address)

(City), (State) 

1001 11:30 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2

The earthquake caused EOC local phone bank exchange (PBX) to have partial failure. The circuit pack has 

shaken loose. Long distance and Internet service has been disrupted because of State and (Phone Company) 

network outages. Computer facility is impacted with multiple communications systems issues. 

1011 11:35 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(##) Structural Engineers are requested to report to (County) EOC to help with damage assessment activity.

Expected Action: S: N/A

A: (##)

L: (County) EOC (Address), (City)

T: Structural

1021 11:40 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 11

The Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources reports that (##) dairies in (City) are without electrical 

power. They are unable to milk their animals and require generators. 

Expected Action: (##) large generators need to be found for them to use to continue to milk the cows. Contact 

DEM and see if State can possibly spare any. If not, contact USDA-APHIS-VS to see if they can send some 

over.

1031 11:40 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): Several reports of gas distribution main breaks are reported 

at the fault rupture. Blowing gas is reported at (Highway), (Highway), (Highway), (Highway), (Highway), and 

(Highway). (Power Company) reports that they are overwhelmed with phone calls in (City) regarding the 

smell of gas. 

1041 11:45 Transportation Fax SimCell (State) DEM1

(State Highway Patrol) in (County) reports that a rock fall has occurred on (State Road) through (City), 

closing that portion of (State Road), and a sinkhole has developed at milepost (#) closing that area of (State 

Road). Highway patrol in (County) reports that (State Road) is closed at milepost (#) due to a large sinkhole, 

closing traffic in both directions. There is also a gas leak at the (City) maintenance yard. In addition, 

(Highway) has been restricted to one lane, because of significant amounts of debris all over the road. (State 

Highway Patrol) in (County) reports that portions of (Building) have collapsed, and the debris has impacted 

(State Road) and (Interstate), restricting traffic on both roadways.

1051 11:45 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

(Health Center) mental health response teams are committed to assisting clients in evacuation and shelter 

process and are not able to provide crisis counseling. 

Expected Action: Mental health responders from unaffected (Health Center) agencies need to be procured.

1061 11:50 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM4

Fire departments are receiving calls from residents and businesses regarding hazardous materials 

problems. The departments become quickly overwhelmed.

Expected Action: Activate the (State) Fire Mutual Aid system to request HazMat response teams from other 

regions in (State) and (State) OES. Coordinate with HazMat ESF. Coordinate with local fire public 

information officers and the State JIC regarding messages to public regarding emergency services.

1071 11:55 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 11

The (County) EOC reports that many individuals are not evacuating their damaged homes because they cannot 

bring their pets to the shelters with them. Assistance with pet sheltering is needed. A fair number of dogs and 

cats have been injured from falling/collapsing debris and others panicked and ran through glass doors and 

windows. Veterinary care is requested. Many have tried to contact their own veterinarians in the area in regard 

to medical care/housing for their pets with no response. It’s feared that many of the veterinary hospitals in 

(City) are damaged or the owners are busy helping their own families or can’t get to their hospitals during the 

disaster. 

Expected Action: Viable veterinary hospitals (State Facility List) and animal shelters in (City) and (County) 

should be contacted about available space for housing animals and veterinary care. 

1081 12:00

EVENT: 

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile

~ Internal~5 No inject released; for White Cell 

situational awareness

Civilians arrive on scene at (Telecommunications Service).

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

1091 12:00 Video Inject 2 Video Controllers at Venues 15

~Each venue receives DVD and/or 

Windows Media Files of videos.

~Controllers are responsible for playing 

video at the appropriate time

VIDEO INJECT TWO IS PLAYED IN ALL VENUES.

~Governor's Emergency Declaration, Stafford Act Request

~Governor's press conference

1101 12:00 Shelters Phone (City) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 Shelters at the (High School) and (College) campus are now opened. Crowds were waiting to get in (both 

locations)

1111 12:00 Request for Flyover 

Damage Assessment

Radio, 

Satellite 

Phone

(County) (State) DEM7

(County) will stand up on (##) to make 

requests for air missions 

Resource Request: ~(County) (##) RFA UAS

(City) request flyover for IAA (Incident Awareness and Assessment). Assets are requested through SEOC, 

FEMA, and DCO to access Predator Platform from (Military Installation).

No landing authority is established; Predator will be flown up each day for mission. It will use (Military 

Installation) airspace and obtain imagery of (City).

1121 12:05 Mass Care Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC is requesting food, water, ice, blankets, cots, and medical and other supplies in preparation for 

opening shelters. Several locations are under consideration at this point and are being assessed for damage.

1131 12:10 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCellL 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

(County) EOC reports that its shelters will be opening at (Time) at (Elementary School) and (High School). 

Any residents who have homes that are damaged or are unable to find food or water are asked to go to the 

shelters. 

1141 12:15 Utility Phone (County) (State) DEM3 (County) EOC reports that almost the entire county is without power and potable water. There is localized 

flooding as a result of broken water mains. In addition, lack of water is hampering firefighting operations.

1151 12:20 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Water): Residents on (Road) are reporting extremely low water 

pressure This is hampering firefighting efforts in that area

1161 12:25 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2

The DoIT microwave system has been knocked offline. Communications from (City) to (City) and (City) to 

(City) have been impacted. In addition, the (City) to (City) fiber is down. 

1171 12:30

(MilitaryInstallation) 

Security Mission 

request

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 13 Resource Request: ~(County) (##) RFA security missions

(City) has many collapsed buildings and has experienced considerable casualties. Search and rescue and 

medical response operations are ongoing, but the county is experiencing shortfalls in security forces to 

control access to scenes and provide escorts for vehicles transporting victims. 

(Hospital) in the city of (City) is capable of receiving additional earthquake victims and has volunteered to 

assist (MilitaryInstallation). (County) will use county school buses to move victims between these locations. 

The County requests the State identify and provide security assets to support this mission. 

Start: (Time) (Date)

End: (Time)/(Date) or as directed by Incident Commander county

Resource: Security forces, estimated (##) personnel

Duties: Establish access control to sites, escort vehicles; provide security as directed by incident 

command/county.

Location: (City Facility)

(Address) 

(City), (State)

1181 12:30 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM4

Manpower is needed by some of the affected counties for debris removal, set up and removal of temporary 

shelters, etc.

Expected Action: Notify the (Support Agency) of crew needs. Mobilize crews from other NDF regions. Utilize 

crews not used for firefighting assignments.

1191 12:35 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(City) EOC reports that a generator is needed for (Hospital).

Expected Action: S: (##) kilowatt 

A: (##)

L: (Hospital) (Address), (City)

T: Diesel fueled, fully fueled, trailer or skid mounted

1201 12:40 Mental Health Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

(City) staff on ground at (Airport): They want to know if someone is picking them up or suggestions on how to 

get to (Medical Center) and (Medical Center).

Expected Action: Determination of how to route those that are assisting at (Medical Center) and (Medical 

Center) and those being directed to the shelters to assist clients from group homes (as well as others) is 

needed

1211 12:45 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2 Assessments of computer facilities, infrastructure, and PBX systems is ongoing by DoIT staff. 

1221 12:50 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(County) EOC requests batteries of all sizes for issue to first responders in (County).

Expected Action: 

S: (Battery Types) 

A: (##) each of each size

L: Logistics staging area, (Regional Airport), (Address) (City)

T: N/A

1231 12:55 Expected actions Phone SimCell (State) DEM5 Expected Action: Check status of all ongoing responses and report all open and closed issues.

1241 13:00 (City) resource request Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM

7

Each asset needs a separate request.

 A walkthrough IC-initiation is needed to 

determine feasibility of getting assets to 

site before venue concludes.

- (Military Unit) (Helicopter) carrying 

MPs

- (Helicopter) carrying (Military Unit) and 

MED DET

- (MilitaryUnit) QRF (State)

- (State) H&HS (Jurisdiction) HHS 

HazMat team

- (Military Unit) MED GRP (TFHR) 

going to hospital

- (Military Unit) (S&S) forward looking 

infrared radar (FLIR)

- MED DET going to collapsed building

(Jurisdiction) (##) RFA (City) Aviation 

RFA 

(Jurisdiction) (##) RFA (City) Damage 

Assessment RFA

(Jurisdiction) (##) RFA (City) Medical 

RFA

(Jurisdiction) (##) RFA (City) Security 

RFA

A dormitory on the campus of (College) has collapsed as a result of the earthquake. The (Hospital) is also 

overwhelmed and in need of assistance.

(Jurisdiction) EOC requests the following assets be sent to the (Hospital):

 -Medical assets (at least [##] medical professionals)

 -Aviation assets to transport teams as roads are impassable

(Jurisdiction) EOC requests the following assets be sent to the (College):

 -Search and rescue capabilities 

 -Medical assets (at least [##] medical professionals)

 -Regional HHS HazMat team ([##] members)

 -Military police support to secure area and landing zone

 -Aviation assets to transport teams as roads are impassable 

Location:

• (College)

 (Address), (City), (State) 

• (Hospital)

 (Address) (State) 

 Navigational Latitude and longitude: Landing Zone: (GPS Location)

1st Flight carrying MPs should report no later than (Time) (Date).

Medical assets should report no later than (Time) (Date).

Civilian assets will be activated by IC and should report at (Time) (Date).

POC: (Point of Contact) (###-###-####)

1251 13:00 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC requests additional food, water, and medical supplies for all shelters before tomorrow at 

(Time)

1261 13:05 EVENT: (City) Victim 

Reception Phone

(County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM6

When (City) EOC activates, staff will 

receive a summary of decisions, 

notifications, and plans in the form of a 

shift change brief (Coordinate with SRA).

(County) Officials will set up a mass care facility to assist affected counties in managing victims in need of 

temporary shelter. (County) will provide all tentage, meals, and basic care for up to (##) evacuated citizens.

(County) requests that (State) DEM provide security for the site. Security unit should be self-sustaining and 

able to provide access control, traffic control points, and roving patrols.

1271 13:10 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (Jurisdiction) will open (High School) for general population shelter. Deputies will begin directing those not 

needing medical attention there at (Time)

1281 13:15 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (Airports) are operational and report no damage to their main runways.

1291 13:20 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

(County) EOC reports that water disruption includes loss of water pressure and delivery. Water tank has 

shifted slightly and connections have broken. Reserve of tank was lost in first few hours of response. This is 

affecting fire response. Three water tenders of at least (##) gallons each to (City) are requested for fire 

protection due to water line compromise 

1301 13:20 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6

(City) EOC reports that (ElementarySchool) has about (##) people looking for aid. EOC should consider 

opening it as a shelter. Approximately (##) victims requiring medical care have arrived as well. Assistance 

with basic supplies and medical personnel is requested. An announcement will be made requesting 

volunteers to assist with distribution.

1311 13:25 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCellL 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Over flight report: there appears to be some damage to the dam at (Jurisdiction); a landslide has landed in the 

lake and partially covers the dam. Closer inspection will be needed to better assess status of the dam.

1321 13:30 Expected actions~ Pre-Coordination / 

SOPs

~5 ERT-A will be co-located in SEOC. FEMA ERT-(#) arrives at SEOC.

1331 13:30 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

(County) EOC reports that a second shelter will be opened at (Time) for general population use at the (High 

School). (Middle School) will continue as a special needs shelter and field triage (Disaster Management 

Advisory Committee [DMAC]). Donation by a local merchant has helped with food and water supply for shelter 

but will need supplies by morning. A generator is also needed for shelters by (Time).

1341 13:35 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (State) DEM

5 (County) EOC requests generators and fuel to provide power to critical public facilities, including the 

(County) EOC

1351 13:40 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 The International facility has reported to the (State) Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hotline that they are handling a minor leak at their facility. They report that the situation is currently under control. 

1361 13:45

FEMA Push Pack 

Transport and 

Distribution request

Phone

FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC

(POC: (POC Name)

(###)-(###)-####)

(State) DEM7

Based on conversation, State EOC should 

develop resource requests for:

1. Transportation to (City) (Military Unit)

2. Convoy security (State QRF)

3. Site security at (City) ((MilitaryUnit))

4. Transport to (City) rubble pile

5. Transport to (City)

6. Transport to (City)

7. Transport to (City)

8. Transport to (Telecommunications 

Service)

Request also preloaded for ESF-(##) 

failsafe as

~FEMA Push Pack (##) RFA 

Transportation and Security

FEMA notifies (State) DEM that they have sent a push-package to their base support installation (BSI), 

(MilitaryInstallation). FEMA informs (State) DEM that (MilitaryInstallation) has a (National Guard) (Military 

Unit) coming through and a (Military Unit) on site that could pick up the package and deliver it to the staging 

area at (Military Installation). The National Guard (Military Unit) also has the capability to transport contents 

to incident sites throughout the area the following day (Date).

Pickup Location: 

- Building (##) (MilitaryInstallation); (Address), (City), (State). 

(State) DEM tasks (National Guard) to pick up the package, move it to (Military Facility), and distribute 

contents to the following locations:

o (City) rubble pile

o (City)

o (City)

o (City)

o (Telecommunications Service)

1371 13:45 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2

(Communication Company) confirms (Direction) links down due to possible fiber and confirmed microwave 

system failures. (Communication Company) reports (City), facility, and (City) equipment to be OK but 

antennas have been moved offline, requiring alignment and (##) additional people. (Communication Company) 

staff are working to restore service to phones at EOC. Long distance service is intermittent from (Phone 

Company).

1381 13:45 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): (Power Company) reports that they have begun to shut down 

the distribution gas system in (City) because of the number of reports of gas leaks and damaged facilities. An 

estimated (##) customers have lost service

1391 13:50 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(County) EOC requests that (##) each plastic barricades with reflective tops are needed for the (City).

Expected Action: 

S: Approximately (##) inches 

A: (##) each 

L: Logistics staging area, (Regional Airport), (Address) (City)

T: Type (##) folding

1401 13:55 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2

(Communication Company) staff report multiple local (Phone Company) circuits are out of service, staff to 

prepare list of priority circuits starting with public safety affected. (Phone Company) service (City) to (City) is 

improving

1411 13:55 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): (Power Company) reports that (City) gas distribution is 

shut down and they have begun making repairs to the major supply lines. Due to the earthquake, there are (##) 

aboveground meters that have broken and are blowing gas. Crews are responding and isolating these 

individually as manpower allows. (Power Company) also reports that approximately (##) customers have shut 

off their own gas supply due to fear of gas leaks. 
142

1 14:00 Firefighting Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM4 Firefighter are exhausted, monitoring several small fires, and the now (##) major fires in (City) which have not 

been contained. Fire breaks are being constructed to minimize loss of property.

1431 14:05 ALL Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 (County) EOC requests State assistance with communications support, life-saving activities, medical 

assistance shelters and infrastructure damage assessment

1441 14:10 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (High School) and (ElementarySchool) are both reporting approximately (##) individuals at each shelter 

requesting food, water, and bedding. A small number at each are requesting medical aid for minor injuries.

1451 14:10 Emergency 

Management Fax (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

5 (County) EOC is requesting assistance with communications, life-saving activities, search and rescue 

operations clearing roadways and evacuation routes as well as medical assistance

1461 14:15 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 11 (County) EOC reports that the animal shelter in (City) is at capacity and that additional injured animals are being brought to that facility

1471 14:15 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2 All phones at the State EOC have dial tone restored.

1481 14:20 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (State) DEM

5

Activities will continue until dark. Many neighborhoods remain inaccessible because of debris in the 

roadways. The death toll is expected to rise overnight. The (Hotel) on (Street) suffered damage and search 

and rescue continues. Unconfirmed reports state there are several guests still trapped.

1491 14:25 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

5 (County) EOC is requesting Federal assistance in assessing damage with helicopter overflights and satellite 

imagery

1501 14:30 Expected actions~ SOPs~5 State releases first SitRep.

1511 14:30 Transportation Phone White Cell (State) DEM1

The FAA and local airports are reporting that all regional airports have at least (##) functioning runways. 

Backup generators have ensured airport systems are operational; and though delays may be expected, aircraft 

should be able to safely land and take off

1521 14:30

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile 

HazMat request 

(National Guard) #1

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 10

Resource Request:

~ (Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA University 

(Telecommunications Service)

The front entrance of the (Science Building) at the (University has collapsed and smoke and fumes are 

reported. During initial site characterization from local responders, (##) were downed for inhalation hazards. 

University personnel are still in the building. (Jurisdiction) EOC requests HazMat unit to provide area and 

point monitoring before full extraction operations can take place. Unit should be prepared to conduct follow-on 

missions as determined by the Incident Commander.

1531 14:30

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile 

extraction, 

decontamination, and 

triage request

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 9, 10

The front entrance of the (Science Building) at the (University) has collapsed and smoke and fumes have been 

reported. University personnel are still in the collapsed building and many are severely wounded. HazMat 

units report that there is confirmation of hazardous materials that will require Level C personal protective 

equipment to conduct operations. Local and regional responders are on site but will require additional help.

(County) EOC requests augmentation for search and extraction, medical, and decontamination operations. 

Unit should be prepared to perform the functions of casualty extraction; casualty decontamination; and 

emergency medical triage, treatment, and stabilization as directed by the Incident Commander.

1541 15:00

(Telecommunications 

Service) rubble pile 

HazMat request #2

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 10

Resource Request:

~(Jurisdiction) (Date)RFA Office Building 

(Telecommunications Service)

An office building with a commercial store front in downtown (City) has caught fire because of ruptured gas 

lines and ruptured backup power generator diesel tanks during the earthquake. As a result of the fires, a 

laundry dry cleaner located in the first floor may have a possible chemical leak. (County) EOC reports fire 

fighters and occupants of the building show signs and symptoms characteristic of chemical agents. 

The fire is currently under control and is being monitored by the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) and has been 

deemed safe for entry to monitor for possible toxic industrial chemical/toxic industrial material (TIC/TIM) 

hazards. HazMat unit is requested to inform the Incident Commander of any possible hazards and threats 

based on monitoring and findings. Unit should be prepared to conduct follow-on missions as determined by 

the Incident Commander. 

1551 15:00 (State) DEM ESF 2 

consolidated report Fax White Cell (State) DEM

2

Coordinate with SRA for ESF injects

~ J6 Planning

~ Adjustment of unit Commo package 

loadout

~ Frequency management

(State) DEM has produced a consolidated report of known ESF 2 issues in the stricken region:

Land line and cell phone communications in (County) are inoperable, limiting communications to the 800MHz 

radio system and (Communication Company). (State HighwayPatrol) is reporting that backup generators are 

operating many of the communications towers in the southern portion of the State. ESF 2 will be deploying a 

number of emergency communications capabilities in response to the communications outage.

Communications with (County), (County), and (County) are limited, primarily using the 800 MHz radio system 

to maintain contact with County EOCs. 

Web EOC capability is intermittent, and may not last depending on the duration of emergency generators 

within the affected areas. 

An overwhelming volume of incoming calls from families and friends is compounding equipment failures within 

1561 15:00 (State) DEM ESF 12 

SitRep Fax White Cell (State) DEM 12

(State) DEM releases a consolidated view of power outages in the region affected by the (Jurisdiction) Quake. 

County EOCs in (County), (County), (County), and (County) are still reporting failure of electrical power. See 

attached slide for visual of affected areas. 

1571 15:00 (State) DEM ESF 3 

SitRep Fax White Cell (State) DEM

3 ~ J4 Planning

~ J3 Planning

(State) DEM ESF 3 reports that the earthquake was of a sufficient magnitude that it has likely caused extensive 

damage to water and sewer infrastructure within (County), (County), (County), and (County). Though the full 

extent of damage will not be known until damage assessments are completed, (State) DEM staff anticipates 

numerous county requests for water purification assets, ice, and bottled water.

1581 15:00 Emergency 

Management

Phone or 

Fax

(County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 Due to continued seismic activity, all search and rescue, damage assessments of roads/highway 

bridges/shelters, and clearing of evacuation routes will be suspended at sundown until tomorrow at daybreak.

1591 15:00

Review and Development 

of Rules for the Use of 

Force

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force 

Name) 13

~ RUF legal review 

~ Adjustment of standard RUF as 

required

The TAG requests recommendations on appropriate RUF for forces activated to support DSCA operations. 

These recommendations should address (State) forces and those forces which will be providing support from 

other states 

1601 15:05 Hazmat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 11 Residents are reporting strong chemical smell along a (Railway) south of (City). Calls are coming into the 911 system, but no cause has been determined nor as the odor been identified.

1611 TBD

EVENT: Air Mission for 

(Jurisdiction) wildfire 

suppression

~ Inject 037~ 1, 7

~(# Helicopters) should be supplied for 

this mission

~Precoordination may be required to 

ensure mission happens, depending on 

time of mission.

~If mission is to be flown in (Time), inject 

can be made (Time) on (Date).

~A walkthrough of missioning process is 

needed to conduct it through proper 

channels (State) SOC, (State) SEOC, 

(State) and (State) JOCs)

Two (Helicopters) drop water on specified location in (Jurisdiction).

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

1621 15:10 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM1 (City) reports that a city front-end loader is actively clearing (City) major streets but that the pace of debris 

removal is very slow. Additional resources for debris removal are requested. Work will have to stop at nightfall. 

1631 15:15 Emergency 

Management

Phone and 

Fax

(County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5, 9 Due to continued seismic activity, all search and rescue, damage assessments of roads/highway bridges/shelters, and clearing of evacuation routes will be suspended at sundown until tomorrow at daybreak.

1641 15:20 Search and Rescue Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM9

Search and rescue activities will continue until dark. Many neighborhoods remain inaccessible because of 

debris in the roadways. The death toll is expected to rise. The (Hotel) on (Address) suffered damage, and 

search and rescue continues. Unconfirmed reports state there are several guests still trapped.

1651 15:25 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 Shelters have been secured and opened at (Convention Center) and the (Building).

1661 15:30 Available Equipment 

Assessment

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force 

Name)

7 ~ J4 Planning

~ J3 Readiness review

(Military Commander) requests an inventory list of operational reverse osmosis water purification units 

(ROWPU), power generation equipment, light sets, heavy equipment capable of supporting debris removal, 

mobile kitchen units, medical teams, and mobile communications units.

1671 15:30 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC requests mobilization of resources for mass feeding operations. Shelters are targeted to open 

by late tonight at the (Convention Center) and the (Building)

1681 15:30 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6 Shelter Report includes: (High School) (

[##] children; [##] injured); (Shelter) ([##] children; [##] injured); 

(Shelter) (voluntary shelter) ([##] children). There are no lights at (Shelter).

1691 15:35 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 Medical triage is set up at (Junior High School). 

1701 15:45 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM

9

Activities will continue until dark. Most businesses in (City) were empty when quake hit and have minimal 

issues with rescue; however, the (Hotel) suffered damage, and rescue continues. A status update is 

requested on security forces requested to (City) and (City) HazMat incident. 

1711 15:50 Utility Phone (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Electricity is out in (City) until access route for electrical company truck can be created. Both shelters have 

small generators. Fuel is accessible at county fuel depots via (County)'s portable generators. 

1721 15:55 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

End of shift shelter report includes: (Middle School) has about (##) ([##] children) with medical issues. About 

(##) remain to be transported, but this will stop at dark. Number may rise tonight as it gets dark and colder. 

Food and medical supplies are sufficient because of donation of food and water by local merchant, but food will 

begin running short by tomorrow at (Time). (High School) transfer of general population to location is 

complete; census includes (##) ([##] children). Staff: (##) with help from shelterees. Food and water 

adequate until about noon, unless numbers swell significantly overnight. Cots and blankets are needed (left 

cots at Middle School for special needs use). There is concern about need for animal shelters for domestic 

animals evacuated with people. Need shelter for them and carry cages. 

1731 15:45

(Telecommunications 

Service) Security 

Mission request (Drives 

Military Police Relief-InPlace)

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 13

Resource Request:

~(Telecommunications Service) (##) RFA 

Security

Three different missions are included in 

this Single Inject:

1. Task (##) squads from (MilitaryUnit) to 

(Telecommunications Service)

2. Task (State) QRF to (City) rubble pile to 

conduct RIPTOA and continue security 

missions

3. Task remaining (MilitaryUnit) to deploy 

to (Telecommunications Service)

~Call (POC) to remind of RIPTOA 

CONOPS.

(County) EOC reports that numerous buildings at the (University) have collapsed, including a chemical 

facility. Local responders are having problems keeping people from entering the collapsed buildings and 

request that security personnel be sent to the area to help control the site, establish traffic control points, and 

secure landing zones for incoming rescue assets traveling by air.

Report to (Address)

NLT (Time) (Date)

(Expected Action:

(##) squads from the (MilitaryUnit) tasked to deploy to (Address) in (City) to execute mission NLT (Time) 

(Date).

(State) QRF tasked to perform relief-in-place transfer of authority (RIPTOA) of the remaining (MilitaryUnit) 

at (Address) in (City). Execute RIPTOA NLT (Time) and be prepared to conduct overnight operations until 

(Time and Date).

Main body of (MilitaryUnit) is tasked to deploy to the new area of responsibility to augment the Advanced 

Echelon (ADVON).

1741 17:00 Expected actions Fax (County) (Simulated 

by White Cell) (State) DEM

5 By end of day: SitRep/update report and IAP 

1751 17:00 Expected actions Fax (County) (State) DEM5 By end of day: SitRep/update report and IAP of real play; coordination with DEM to receive Federal assets and 

NG assistance

1761 17:00 Expected actions Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 By end of day: SitRep/update report and IAP of simulated play; coordination with DEM to receive Federal 

assets and NG assistance

177

1 Expected actions Fax All (State) DEM

5 By end of day: SitRep/update report and IAP of real play

1781 17:00 Expected actions Fax All (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM5 By end of day: SitRep/update report and IAP of simulated play

1791 17:00 Firefighting Phone White Cell (State) DEM4 The U.S. Forest Service and (State) SOC report that the wildfires in the (Location) continue to burn. Fire 

suppression activities will be ongoing throughout the night

1801 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force Name)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief completed.

1812 6:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force Name)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief completed.

1822 TBD

EVENT: FEMA Push 

Pack Transport and 

Distribution

~ Inject 136~ 1, 8

Based on conversation, State EOC should 

develop resource requests for:

1. Transportation to (City) (MilitaryUnit)

2. Convoy security ([State] QRF)

3. Site security @ (City) (MilitaryUnit)

4. Transport to (City) rubble pile

5. Transport to (City)

6. Transport to (City)

7. Transport to (City)

8. Transport to (Telecommunications 

Service)

Request also preloaded for ESF failsafe 

as

 

(Military Unit) picks up "Push Pack" from (MilitaryInstallation). The (State) QRF provides convoy security. 

Upon arrival, (MilitaryUnit) provides site security. (Note: Role Players may simulate citizens attempting to 

get supplies from package in order to test [MilitaryUnit]'s procedures.)

(Military Unit) should organize for the next day's venue deliveries.

1832 7:00 Aftershock Phone White Cell (State) DEM5

Several aftershocks of between magnitudes (## and ##) occur overnight. The U.S. Geological Survey 

(USGS) warns that additional aftershock, ranging as high as magnitude (##-##) are possible over the next few 

days

1842 7:05 Firefighting Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

4

(County) firefighters are overwhelmed and request additional support with HazMat incidents as well as with 

water shortage to fight fires. Smoldering buildings (those left to burn out) continue to be watched for flareups. 

Perimeters have been established around most active fires in (City). Either a Type 1 or Type 2 engine strike 

team is requested to assist with a new fire at (City). 

1852 7:10 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

9 (County) has completed initial search and rescue. Last night's aftershock caused additional collapses along 

(Street), but these came after dark, and curfew prevented additional personnel from being trapped.

1862 7:10 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

Additional people are showing up at (High School) and number may top (##) by tonight. Food, water, bedding 

supplies will be needed by noon. (Middle School) received (##) additional injured following last night's 

magnitude (##) aftershock. Others are reporting for first aid (lacerations and sprains). (##) people need 

MEDEVAC. Food, water, and medical supplies will be needed as well as bedding.

1872 7:15 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Water system is compromised for the foreseeable future. As soon as access to (City) is accomplished, 

transport of emergency water is requested. (City) residents are ordered to boil water. 

1882 7:15 Fuel/Supplies Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM7

(City)'s gas stations are without electricity and are unable to operate pumps. Requests come in for generators 

to help power the stations, and many county operations are threatened by the fuel shortage. Station owners are 

improvising alternate pumping approaches and are rationing what people can buy (mainly because demand 

exceeds ability to capture fuel but also because of requests that county vehicles and equipment remain fueled 

as a priority.

1892 7:20 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6

Shelter Report: Additional people started showing up this morning at first light. (High School) now over (##) 

(not enough room for all , people sitting outside the doors). (Shelter) is now over (##) but able to hold. 

Supplies are needed. (Shelter) did not advertise their shelter and is already at (##). Others are reporting for 

first aid (lacerations and sprains) and food. Five people need MEDEVAC. Food, water, and medical supplies 

will be needed as well as bedding.

1902 7:20 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM3 (City) EOC reports that the (Location) water tank is damaged and leaking. Crews are out inspecting it now.

1912 7:25 Firefighting Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM4 (City) firefighters are overwhelmed and request additional support with HazMat incidents as well as with water 

shortage to fight fires. Smoldering buildings (those left to burn out) continue to be watched for flareups.

1922 7:30 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 A perimeter has been secured around the (Power Plant) because of an apparent isopentane leak. Plant officials state that the local population is not at risk

1932 7:35 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 (County) EOC reports that a ruptured water pipeline in (City) has resulted in a loss of water pressure in most 

areas and requests additional drinking water for the residents of (City)

1942 7:40 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM1 Transportation update: Last night's aftershock caused additional rockslides blocking (Highway) west of (City) 

in the vicinity of (Jurisdiction)

1952 7:45 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC requests assistance to establish additional shelters in at the (High School) and (High School). 

Food water and bedding supplies will be needed for these shelters as well

1962 7:50 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM1 (Airport) damage is moderate. (City) EOC requests support in runway damage assessment and repair.

1972 7:55 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC reports that additional shelters are now open at (Junior High School) and (ElementarySchool). 

Volunteers are needed to help serve in the distribution of food, water, and supplies.

1982 7:55 All Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

(County) EOC submits requests including sheltering supplies (food and water), medical evacuation (by 

helicopter this morning), water in bulk supply, fuel/generators (as soon as the road is opened), and backup for 

its responders who are now entering their (##) hour of operations.

1992 7:55 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10

(County) EOC reports that they have received an unconfirmed report overnight of a train derailment between 

(City) and (City). Officials are having difficulty reaching the site because of liquefaction of (Highway). 

(County) EOC requests assistance to do a flyover of the suspected incident site.

2002 8:00 EVENT: Mobile Field 

Hospital Drill

~ Inject 099~8 No inject released. for White Cell 

situational awareness.

Mobile hospital is transported from (City) to (City). Facility is downloaded to site.

2012 8:00 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Natural Gas): (County) EOC reports that the (City) lateral 

transmission line at the (River) crossing on (Highway) has been damaged

2022 8:00 (City) Victim Reception~ (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

~6 (County) Officials have set up a mass care facility to assist affected counties in managing victims in need of 

temporary shelter. (County) will provide all tentage, meals, and basic care for up to (##) evacuated citizens.

2032 8:00

EVENT: College 

Dormitory Collapse 

(City)

~ Inject 124 / (City) 

Controllers

~9 No inject release. For White Cell 

situational awareness.

INCIDENT COMMANDER ARRIVES ON SCENE

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Assets Requested (Date) should be on scene between (Time)

2042 8:00 EVENT: (Hospital) ~ Inject 124 / (City) 

Controllers

~8 No inject released; for White Cell 

situational awareness

INCIDENT COMMANDER ARRIVES ON SCENE

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Assets requested (Date) should be on scene between (Time)

2052 8:05 Emergency 

Management Fax (County) (State) DEM

5

(Jurisdiction) EOC is fully operational, working on backup power. (County) is gathering information on 

situational awareness, such as assessing damages of critical infrastructure, areas hardest hit, assets 

available, reviewing mutual aid agreements, performing search and rescue operations, requesting resources, 

treating victims, and establishing communications.

2062 8:10 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1, 8 (County) EOC reports number of injured at (##) of which (##) require additional medical care and (##) have life threatening injuries that are awaiting transportation. Request MEDEVAC to initiate as soon as possible.

2072 8:15 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 Shelter Report/Census: (High School) (#) ([##] children) and (ElementarySchool) has (#) (

[##]) are 

children). There are (##)cots at each shelter, blankets for (##) and still waiting for food/water.

2082 8:15 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 Additional shelters are being prepared for evacuees from neighboring counties. Evacuees will be transported 

to these shelters. Additional food, water, bedding supplies and medical supplies are requested by noon today.

2092 8:20 Utility Phone (County) (State) DEM3

Preliminary reports indicate that a 16-inch high pressure water transmission line to (City) has ruptured and 

that there is a foot of standing water in the surrounding areas. Pumps and generators are needed to remove 

water and further assess the damaged pipe line

2102 8:25 Transportation Phone (County) (State) DEM1 Controllers: Make sure ESF vets to JOC 

as it drives airlift requirements.

Most major roads are severely damaged. Some clearing of blocked roads has begun. The following major 

highways are impassible:

o (Interstate) (

[Direction] towards [State], through [Jurisdiction] and [Direction] towards [City])

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (Highway) through (City) is closed.

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) is closed.

o (State Route) (to (City) and to (City) is closed indefinitely.

o (State Route) (along [Jurisdiction]) is closed.

o (State Route) (to [City]) has reopened to restricted traffic.

o (State Route) (to [City]) has reopened to restricted traffic. 

o (State Route) (Highway) is open to restricted traffic.

2112 8:30 Utility Phone (County) (State) DEM3

(County) EOC reports that damage is still being assessed. Parts of the county are still without water and 

power. 

(Power Company) reports these electrical substations sustained major damage: 

o (State) Substation has moderate damage and may be able to receive import power from (State) as early as 

late today.

o (Jurisdiction) Substation has moderate damage to equipment and insulators and will not be operable for up 

to (##) days. o (Jurisdiction) Substation has moderate to severe damage and will be inoperable for (##)days keeping the 

southeast (City) without power for days.

o (Jurisdiction) Substation should be returned to service late today or tomorrow morning, which will restore 

most power to north (Location) area.

o (Jurisdiction) Substation sustained extensive damage, and there is no estimate for return to service.

The next two substations are critical to any service in the (City) area.

o (Jurisdiction) (##)v Substation sustained damage to the bus structures, and the equipment is being tested 

and repaired. Current estimates have this substation partially available by Sunday helping to feed southeast 

(City), the (Jurisdiction), and parts of (Jurisdiction) and (Jurisdiction).

o (Jurisdiction) (##)v Substation has moderate damage to the bus structure and may be available as soon as 

Saturday evening, which may allow power to be restored to parts of Downtown (City).

2122 8:35 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (Hospital) requests additional medical supplies.

2132 8:45 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2 The path to (City) has been restored. Voice and data to (City), (City), and (City) are still limited. Intrastate long 

distance to (City) and (City) is operational. 

2142 9:00 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 Preliminary damage assessments on county facilities and all other buildings in (County) are continuing, but 

only minor damage to buildings and homes has been found. There is no major structural damage to report.

2152 9:05 Firefighting Phone (County) (State) DEM4 Firefighters are exhausted, monitoring several small fires and five major fires in (County), which have not been 

contained Water is needed to fight these fires

2162 9:10 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

5 (County) EOC requests a stress management team to come in to debrief county first responders who are 

extremely worried about having to leave their homes and families given the continuing seismic activity. 

2172 9:15 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

The (County) EOC reports a (Countryof origin) immigrant male, (Name), now living in (City) arrived at a 

(City) clinic with severe dehydration, stomach cramps, and severe diarrhea. Within (##) hours, he had died. 

State Public Health is called to find out what to do. The State Public Health Officers are dispatched to (City) to 

take specimens for examination in the State lab.

Testing by the State Public Health lab shows (Disease) as the cause of death.

The deceased’s family is placed under watch by the State Public Health Officers. They issue a quarantine of 

the family (Family Size) – (##) adults and (##) children under the age of (##) – from the Courts. Can they do 

this legally?

What legal procedural safeguards must be afforded the family?

Three of the family members of the deceased have begun exhibiting like symptoms. What must now be done 

with this family? Isolation? 

2182 9:20 Fuel/Supplies Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM7

(City)'s gas stations are without electricity and are unable to operate pumps. Requests for generators are 

made to help power the stations. Many city operations are threatened by the fuel shortage. Station owners are 

improvising alternate pumping approaches and are rationing what people can buy (mainly because demand 

exceeds ability to pump fuel from tanks but also because of requests that City vehicles and equipment receive 

priority fueling status).

2192 9:25 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(County) EOC reports that barrier tape is needed for (County) School District.

Expected Action: S: Standard 

size/whatever is available 

A: (#) rolls

L: Logistics staging area, (Regional Airport), (Address), (City)

T: Tape should say “Caution ”

2202 9:30 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Electricity): (#) percent of (County) is without power. Repairs are 

completed at the (Electrical Substation). There are a few scattered service-related outages and/or poles down 

in the county
221

2 9:30 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 12

(County) Animal Control reports a problem related to housing for horses. Approximately (#) people with (#) 

horses were asked to evacuate to (County) and they refuse to leave their horses behind because there would be 

nobody left behind to feed and water them. Also, some of their corrals were destroyed when some of the horse 

became so excited during the earthquake that they ran through the corral fencing and now require veterinary 

care. There are also (#) stray horses that were picked up by other horse people who have them in their trailer 

but don’t know where to take them or who the horse’s owners are.

Expected Action: (County) fairground should be contacted about housing horses. Organized rescue groups 

along with Cooperative Extension and (State Agriculture Agency) may be able to supply additional trailers, 

trucks, and personnel for hauling, but the brunt of the load will fall upon the horse owners. 

2222 9:35 Shelters Phone (County) (State) DEM6 (County) EOC is requesting food (for [#] for [#] days), water ([#] or [#] pallets of drinking water), blankets (#), 

cots (#) and other supplies for the shelters

2232 9:40 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC reports that many more people than expected are showing up at the (High School). The current 

estimated count is (#). Food, water, and bedding supplies are needed immediately.

2242 9:45 Communications Phone SimCell (State) DEM2

The path to (City) has been restored. The digital loop has also been restored. (City) to (City) fiber reported cut 

by land shift with no ETA on restoration. Work continues with (Phone Company) to restore lines based upon 

EOC and public safety priority

2252 9:50 HazMat Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 10 There is a report than one of that tanks at (Oil Company) is leaking oil. (City) does not have a HazMat team to 

deploy to the site State assistance is requested

2262 9:50 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 7, 11

Additional horse trailers are needed to help transport the evacuee’s horses from (County) down to (County). 

Both counties have depleted their trailer supplies.

Expected Action: Contact (State Horse Council) for volunteers with trailers.

2272 9:55 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6 (City) EOC has contacted Salvation Army to help coordinate the operation of the shelters and assist with mass 

feeding

2282 9:55 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8 The local authorities in (City) get together to decide if a declaration of emergency should be issued. What 

legal considerations should be made to determine if an emergency should be declared?

2292 10:00 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (Hospital) is fully operational and at capacity. 

2302 10:00 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Water): Water systems have been compromised but are still 

functioning as water is turbid in (City), (City), and the (City) areas. Crews are currently inspecting the 

system

2312 10:05 Medical Phone (County) (State) DEM

8

Local Hospitals report (#) confirmed dead at this time. All are operating on backup power. In addition, all local 

facilities are overwhelmed with hundreds of "walking wounded" and will need to airlift the most seriously injured 

to other regional hospitals for long-term treatment

2322 10:10 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (County) EOC reports that (Airport) in (City) is operational.

2332 10:15 Firefighting Phone SimCell (State) DEM 4, 7

There is a shortage of kitchens to feed evacuees and responders.

Expected Action: Notify the (Organization) of crew needs. Mobilize (Organization) from (City), (City), and 

(City). These kitchens can feed up to (#)+ people. Coordinate with local jurisdictions, Red Cross, other 

ESFs for priority locations for set up.

2342 10:20 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical Infrastructure (Drinking water): Due to disruption of water supply lines, a boil-water order has been 

issued for all residents of the (City), (City), and the (City) areas until further notice.

2352 10:25 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(County) EOC requests drinking water. 

Expected Action: 

S: Individual bottles (##) ounces each 

A: One truckload of palletized cases

L: Logistics staging area, (Regional Airport), (Address) (City)

T: N/A

2362 10:30 (City) Evacuation 

Security request Fax White Cell (State) DEM 7, 13 Resource Request: ~(County) (Date) RFA Evacuation

(Highway) is blocked between (City) and (City) due to landslides, bridge collapses, and rock falls. City 

officials decide that they should evacuate the city before aftershocks take out other egress/ingress routes, 

trapping the city residents.

(City) Officials and (County) EMD request a self-sustaining security force to guard the abandoned homes and 

businesses from looting while residents are away. The force should arrive NLT (Time and Date).

Incident Commander: (IC Name), (CountySheriff's Office)

POC: (POC) (###-###-####)

Location: Meet at (Building) on (Highway)

2372 10:35 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (State) DEM9 (County) EOC reports that (#) people are currently trapped in a burning and collapsed high-rise building in 

(City) called the (Hotel) on (Street)

2382 10:40 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8

(County) EOC reports that the (Hospital) is now turning away patients due to the overcrowding and lack of 

medical supplies and bed space. (County) EOC requests that additional medical assistance in evacuating the 

injured and providing medical supplies to continue to treat patients who must remain hospitalized.

2392 10:45 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 7, 11

The (State Veterinary Medical Association) has received calls from (City) and (City) veterinarians informing 

them that their kennels and cages are full and they are unable to care for any more pets. They are asking where 

to refer the remaining evacuees and their pets for housing and care. The veterinarians are also asking about 

who will be reimbursing them for their medical services and kennel costs if the owners can’t pay or don’t show 

up to claim the animals after they’re let back into their homes. Are they required to keep the pets for some 

required amount of time, or can they just dump the animals off at the pound if the owners don’t show up?

Expected Action: A temporary shelter should be planned for and set up close to the human shelter(s). 

(Jurisdiction) search and rescue could be contacted about utilizing their resources (cages, generators, tents, 

etc.) via (Mutual Aid Compact) along with the Humane Society in (City) (mobile veterinary clinic). If those 

resources are tied up in (County), then the other options are to call (Animal) charities (if >(##) pets require 

sheltering). FEMA should be contacted about proper procedure for reimbursement and ESF (##) should be 

contacted about veterinarian concerns on how long to house animals when owners who don’t return to pick 

them up.

2402 10:50 Damage Assessment Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 3, 6

Critical infrastructure damage assessment: Major structural damage reported throughout the city, 

commercial and residential buildings damaged may exceed (##), unknown how many structures have fully or 

partially collapsed. Long-term sheltering issues will be long lasting; and evacuation of the general population, 

especially individuals with special needs, will need to be discussed.

2412 10:50 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 7, 11

Multiple veterinary hospitals in the (Jurisdiction) area have had major structural damage and the kenneled 

animals need to be evacuated. Those owners or their authorized representatives need to pick their animals up. 

Any remaining animals will need to be transferred to a temporary pet shelter. Where are the pet shelters being 

established?

Expected Action: Animals need to be transported to other shelters/veterinary hospitals and owners notified.

2422 10:55 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

The Centers for Disease Control, the Federal Agency over such events, is alerted by State Public Health.

What legal obligations do the local authorities have in this instance toward the rest of the citizens of the City, 

the County and the State? What must they do to protect those citizens? 

2432 11:00 (Medical Transport) 

Instruction request

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 1, 8

MEDEVAC is in place; (##) patients to 

triage, participants determine air vs. 

ground transport ((##) by air to (City). 

Hospital is not allowed to transport to any 

other hospitals, must manage in-hospital 

care. (##) patients will be critical. Doctors 

will need to prioritize patients (internal 

hospital drill--mass casualty).

Resource Request: ~(County) (Date) RFA MEDEVAC

The (Hospital) in (City) has been receiving numerous medical evacuees from National Guard helicopters. 

The Hospital Administrator is concerned that their civilian employees are not properly trained on removing the 

patient litter or returning the litter to outbound military helicopters. 

The administrator and (County) request one (Helicopter) flight into (City) and a short class/demonstration. 

This demonstration will provide hospital employees with the necessary instructions on how to safely and 

efficiently interact with NG Medical Aviation support. 

The (Hospital) requests that the class begin on (Date) at approximately (Time). Following the class, the 

(Helicopter) will transport simulated victims to the (Hospital).

Resource: (Helicopter) outfitted for Medevac, (##) crew certified in MEDVAC operations, (##) roleplayers 

(victims)

Start:(Time and Date)

End: (Time and Date) or upon completion 

Duties: Fly (Helicopter) outfitted for MEDEVAC to (City). Participate in class. 

Class Info:

POC: (POC Name) (###-###-####) 

Location: (County) Fairgrounds

Landing Zone: North side of (Highway) between (Street) and (Street)

Medical Center Info:

POC: (POC Name) (###-###-#### x### (o))

(Hospital)

(Address), (City), (State)

Landing Zone:

Behind the hospital on (Street) between (Street) and (Street)

2442 11:00 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC receives reports from (Hospital) that they have 34 patients who received medical aid and have 

been released. (##) have been admitted; (##) are critical (life-threatening injuries). (##) are confirmed dead.

2452 11:05 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 11

The (CountyFairgrounds) has maxed out their horse stalls (##) and arena (##), so other housing facilities for 

the remaining evacuee horses and strays need to be identified and the process coordinated and communicated 

to the owners. Many people with good intentions are contacting the local radio station and offering to house 

individual horses, and some have shown up at the fairgrounds and are taking horses unbeknownst to the 

fairground people.

Expected Action: Other equine housing arrangements need to be made.

2462 11:10 Shelters Phone (County) (State) DEM6 (County) EOC reports that (ElementarySchool) (Address, City) has about a (##) people presently looking for 

aid They are assessing to open as a shelter

2472 11:10 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Electricity): Power has been restored to most of the county. It is 

estimated that only (##) homes are without power 

2482 11:15 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM7

(State HighwayPatrol) requests that (##) gallons of unleaded gasoline to be delivered to State Motor Pool 

(Address, City).

Expected Action: 

S: N/A

A: (##) gallons

L: State Motor Pool (Address. City)

T: Unleaded

2492 11:20 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM3 (City) EOC reports that the (Jurisdiction)l water tank has cracks in the side and connections have broken. 

There is a concern of collapse Damage assessment continues

2502 11:25 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 11

With the wildfire in (City), people are being evacuated along with their pets. Pet housing will need to arranged 

with such individuals as local veterinarians (City) area, possibly in (City) and (City), animal shelters (Pet 

Shelter ). Many wild animals (deer, raccoons, etc.) are escaping into residential areas, which have not yet 

been evacuated. Some of these animals appear calm while others are suffering from obvious burns and other 

trauma. Some people are letting their dogs and cats roam the neighborhood uncontrolled. 

Expected Action: Along with the (State Department of Agriculture), the (State Division of Wildlife) and the 

(State Department of Health) also needs to be contacted. Decisions concerning zoonotic disease control, 

wildlife care, carcass disposal, and temporary pet housing need to be addressed. Local vets can be contacted 

using the (State) MA Emergency/Disaster volunteer list. The (Animal Charity) and (Animal Charity) can also 

be contacted for supplies for a temporary pet housing unit. (State Department of Agriculture), the (State 

Division of Wildlife) and the (State Department of Health) would typically collaborate on public health issues, 

such as zoonotic 

diseases, involving wildlife. 

2512 11:30 (City) Medical Triage 

Resource requests 

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (State) DEM 7, 8

Four Separate resource requests are 

generated.

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Aviation

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Damage 

Assessment

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Medical

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Security

The (City) EOC and (County) report that the earthquake and aftershocks have resulted in collapsed buildings, 

numerous victims, and has strained law enforcement that is trying to prevent people from reentering structures 

that may be unsafe. (City) EOC and (County) request several assets to augment current response efforts, 

including a damage assessment team, medical team, and a security force. 

Because multiple transportation routes are currently inaccessible (Highways Involved), all incoming medical 

assets will need to arrive by airlift. (County) also requests aviation assets to lift these assets into the isolated 

town and to transport them back upon completion.

Start: (Time and Date)

End: (Time and Date) or upon completion 

Landing Zone: (GPS Coordinates)

2522 11:35 Transportation Phone (County) (State) DEM1 (International Airport) and the (Regional Airport) are operating on back up power. Both airports have received 

some nonstructural damage. Damage assessment is continuing at both airports. 

2532 11:40 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

Another suspected case of the disease is reported, a young boy, (Name), from the family of friends of the 

deceased, also immigrants to the (City) area. The victim is treated quickly and is safely recovering in the local 

hospital. What should public health do with this family? Quarantine?

What can the local authorities do if the family refuses for religious reasons to be quarantined?

2542 11:40 Communications Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

2 (County) EOC reports that most landlines and cellular phone service have been restored.

2552 11:45 Purchasing Phone SimCell (State) DEM 7, 13

Security Personnel are needed to Protect Public Buildings in the (City).

Expected Action: S: N/A 

A: (##)

L: Logistics staging area, (Regional Airport), (Address), (City)

T: Armed

2562 11:50 HazMat Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 10

(Oil Facility) HazMat Incident Update: The facility's incident response team reports that a single tank has a 

crack and is leaking oil but that it seems to be contained in the containment berm, which has limited the 

environmental damage and product loss. Damage and cleanup are being undertaken (as best as can be right 

now). Additional hazardous material support is needed at site.

2572 11:55 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 7, 11

The (CountyFairground) has run out of hay. The other pet shelters are also running out of dog and cat food, 

and there is no reptile, bird, or rabbit food.

Expected Action: Contact pet food resources such as (Pet Stores), feed stores, farms/ranches, etc. for 

sources of feed

2582 11:55 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3 Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): Repairs to the (Gas Company) distribution system are 

complete 

2592 12:00 Emergency 

Management Fax (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 6, 7

(County) EOC requests sheltering supplies (food and water), medical evacuation (by helicopter this morning), 

water in bulk supply and fuel/generators and backup for its responders who are now entering their (##) hours 

of operations

2602 12:00 Medical phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8

(County) EOC is requesting additional support in transporting the injured out of (City) and to area hospitals. 

Air support is needed. Once roads are open, we want to move as many injured and special needs population 

as possible. Location to transport to is uncertain because all local hospitals are overwhelmed. Assistance is 

needed in identifying medical facilities for treatment. 

2612 12:00:00 - 

14:00:00

EVENT: Predator 

UAS/ISR Mission #1 

~ Inject 111~1

DCC Should observe downlink at Incident 

Site. It will happen at mobile command 

center. (National Guard) will send.

Flyover #1 occurs.

2622 12:00 Transportation Fax (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (County) EOC requests DOT to clear (State Road) between (City) and (Highway) and to clear either (State 

Road) or (State Road) from (City) to (Highway). County will focus on (City) debris removal within city limits.

2632 12:05 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1

Most roads and highways are opened throughout the (County). Roads with “restricted” traffic are only open to 

official vehicles: 

o (Interstate) is closed (Direction) of (City).

o (Highway) is restricted between (City) and (MilitaryInstallation).

o (Highway) between (City) and (City) and (City) and (City) is restricted.

2642 12:05 HazMat Phone (County) (State) DEM 10

(County) EOC reports that two unconfirmed hazardous material spills are being investigated. One is the 

(Chemical Company) with a hydrochloric acid leak, and the other is at the (City) LPG terminal (chemical 

unknown)

2652 12:10 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

7 (County) EOC requests fuel for generators for backup power at water pumping stations until power can be 

restored at those locations

2662 12:15 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

Local residents are swarming the emergency room of the local hospital, doctors’ offices and clinics with 

suspected symptoms. More doctors and nurses are needed in all of these medical facilities to care for the 

surge. How can they obtain such assistance from volunteer professionals?

2672 12:20 Agriculture and Natural 

Resources Phone SimCell (State) DEM 11

A call has been received by the (State Department of Agriculture) concerning some tigers, cheetahs, lions, 

and monkeys that have escaped from (Zoo) and are wandering around (City) somewhere. 

Expected Action: Contact (State Division of Wildlife) about possible capture/tranquilization of the stray exotic 

animals.

2682 12:30 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Gas): After further investigation, the (City) transmission line at 

(Highway) has not been compromised. Damage assessment is complete and only minor repairs will be 

required. 

2692 12:35 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Wastewater): (County) wastewater teatment plants reports major damage. 

Inspections are underway to determine the cause and severity of the damage to the facility. Preliminary reports 

show that broken sewer line crossings have resulted in raw sewage being released into the (River). Secondly, 

the (Water reclamation facility) is inoperable, and there is significant damage at the facility. Raw sewage may 

be discharging into (River). There is severe damage to the (Pump Station). As a result, there is a threat of 

discharge of raw sewage into (Jurisdiction). Residents of (County) are reporting the strong odor of raw 

sewage throughout the city. Damage assessment is needed to determine which sewer lines are damaged.

2702 12:55 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

Local residents are swarming the emergency room of the local hospital, doctors’ offices and clinics with 

suspected symptoms. More doctors and nurses are needed in all of these medical facilities to care for the 

surge. How can they obtain such assistance from volunteer professionals?

2712 13:00 EVENT: EOD Activation Radio (County) (State) DEM7

DCC Should observe MP CO response to 

redirection. Mission should be within 

scope of their original tasking and bomb 

scare is a life and limb issue, so no issues 

should arise in regard to mission creep.

(MilitaryInstallation) EOD Bomb Threat

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Notifications will be done internally; (County) and IC will use NG forces already on site to respond.

2722 13:00 Damage Assessment Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 2, 3

Water, gas, and some power systems will be down today and likely tomorrow. Water system is compromised 

for the foreseeable future. Requests have been made for emergency water (by tanker truck and water buffalos 

from National Guard). Transmission lines are still being inspected, and gas has been shut off until all 

damage has been inspected. Electrical crews are working on the down power lines as well as the (Location) 

transmission electrical station

2732 13:00 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC has made the decision to open an additional shelter at (ElementarySchool). Limitations on 

support staff may require evacuation of all in Special Needs Shelter (DMAC)

2742 13:05 Firefighting Phone (County) (State) DEM 4, 10

(County) firefighters are overwhelmed and request additional support with HazMat incidents as well as with 

water shortage to fight fires. (##) major fires are still being monitored: one in (City), one in (Hotel), and the 

last in (City) along (Street). Smaller smoldering buildings (those left to burn out) continue to be watched for 

flareups. Perimeters have been established around all active fires.

2752 13:10 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Petroleum): (County) EOC reports that gasoline is becoming 

scarce and that because road ways are damaged, trucks are not able to resupply the gas stations.

2762 13:15 Legal Phone (County) (Simulated 

by SimCell) (State) DEM

8

After three days and (##) deaths later, the worst seems to be over. No new cases have been reported. 

Relative calm has been restored.

What should be done with the bodies of the victims? There are (##) coroners in all of (County). How can the 

coroner receive assistance to make the necessary determinations of death and orders for disposal of the 

bodies of the victims?

What religious considerations should be taken into account regarding the disposal of the bodies of the 

victims?

2772 13:20 Transportation Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM1

Transportation Update: Roads: (Highway) north of (City) is closed indefinitely.

o (Highway) through (City) has almost been cleared for restricted traffic.

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) is closed.

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) is closed.

o (Highway) through (City) has almost been cleared for restricted traffic.

o (Highway) between (City) and (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (State Route) between (City) and (City) has reopened with restricted traffic. 

2782 13:25 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6 (City) EOC reports all shelters are overwhelmed with victims. (##) shelters need food, water, bedding 

supplies medical supplies Generators are needed as soon as possible

2792 13:25 Legal Phone SimCell (State) DEM8

As a result of the incident, the victims’ families for (Country of origin) sue the local law enforcement officers in 

U.S. District Court for deprivation of Constitutional rights to free speech and freedom of religion in this 

instance. What defense, both State and Federal, can be made on behalf of the local law enforcement officers? 

Do they have immunity from suit?

2802 13:30 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 Critical infrastructure assessment (Water): (Wastewater treatment

plant) reports minor damage. Inspections 

are underway to determine the cause and severity of the damage to the facility.

2812 13:35 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): The (Pipeline) is reporting possible damage to the 

metering stations at (City) and (City). The 12-inch (City) lateral transmission line has been shut down as a 

precaution

2822 13:40 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

9

(County) EOC reports that a single family home in (City) has collapsed and there are no signs of life. (##) 

individuals are reported to have been in the building at the time of its collapse. Request a search and rescue 

team to remove the bodies from the rubble

2832 13:50 Firefighting Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM4

(City Fire Department) to State EOC: Firefighting assistance is needed, in manpower, rescue equipment, 

and at least (##) gallons of water. Roads are now open for emergency vehicles. Potable water is needed as 

well

2842 13:55 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1

Damage Assessments were suspended overnight, but reports are beginning to come in of damage to 

roadways in the (Direction) and (Direction) part of the county. First responders are having difficulty 

responding to calls in the (City) and (City) areas because of road blockages on (Interstate) (Direction) of 

(City) and (Highway)and (Highway) beyond county lines

2852 14:00 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

5

(County) EOC continues to support and sustain incident response operations and coordination with 

neighboring jurisdictions, assess structural damage to all critical infrastructure, and coordinate mass feeding 

and drinking water distribution operations. Clearing evacuation and incoming resupply routes for responder 

transportation remains a top priority.

2862 14:05 Transportation Fax (County) (State) DEM1 (County) EOC reports that the following bridges and roads are closed due to damage from the seismic 

activity. Please use caution when traveling. Roads: (Roads)

2872 14:10 Firefighting Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

4 Firefighters are exhausted and still monitoring (##) small fires. The major fire in (County) in (City) is under 

control

2882 14:15 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 Casualty update: There are (##) fatalities and numerous injuries, including (##) requiring hospitalization.
289

2 14:20 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6 (End of EOC play)

(College) to (City) EOC: Breakfast feeding used 1/2 of supplies and by lunch many residents were reporting 

to shelter for meals because they are afraid to reenter homes. Shelter had to turn away about (##) people. 

When will supplies arrive?

2902 14:30 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

Shelter Census includes: (High School) (##) people ([##] children) with lunchtime feeding of (##) people; 

(ElementarySchool) (##) people ([##] children) people with lunchtime feeding of (##). Preparations are being 

made to open (Middle School) and (ElementarySchool) tomorrow by (Time). Additional volunteers are needed 

to staff the shelter

2912 14:35 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Water): (County) EOC reports that the water infrastructure has several 

major issues. The county does not have a major source of potable water. Water has been shut off because of 

many broken mains. The rupture of the 16-inch high pressure transmission line to the (Location) area has 

resulted in major flooding; the rupture of another transmission line has cut off water supply to the (City) area; 

and (City) has unknown damage to its water infrastructure. Damage assessment continues at (City), (City), 

and (City) water assets.

2922 14:35 Transportation Fax (County) (State) DEM1 (County) EOC reports that (State Route) (Highway) and (State Route) (to [City]) are open to restricted traffic.

2932 14:40 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 6, 13

Supplies are beginning to arrive, but there is a concern over looting as victims attempt to raid shelter supplies. 

Security support is needed to protect goods. People want to take supplies and carry off from shelter. More 

than evacuees are expected tonight for meals and overnight stay. Supplies will be consumed soon.

2942 14:40 Transportation Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (Highway) (Direction) of (City) is opened for emergency use only. Some areas of the roadway are single lane 

sections Heavy machinery is needed to clear the remainder of the highway

2952 15:00 Emergency 

Management

Phone and 

Fax

(County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 Due to continued seismic activity, all search and rescue, damage assessments of roads/highway 

bridges/shelters, and clearing of evacuation routes will be suspended at sundown until tomorrow at daybreak.

2962 15:00 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

(County) EOC reports initial damage assessment from water system: tanks are cracked and several have 

shifted foundation. Inlet and outlet pipes are completely broken in some locations. There is no water from inlet 

pipe (from (City). any other issues cannot be identified until water lines begin pressurization. Temporary 

tanks will be needed to make system work in (City) and down hill to (City) and (City).

2972 15:05 Public Safety Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 7, 13 Three of (City) patrol cars are inoperable due to earthquake damage. Additional assets are requested to help 

with security at shelters and hospitals and with traffic control for evacuation routes.

2982 15:10 Emergency 

Management

Phone and 

Fax

(County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 All search and rescue, damage assessments, and clearing of evacuation operations will be suspended 

overnight due to the increased seismic activity

2992 15:15 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1

(Highway) is restricted (official vehicles only) between (City) and (MilitaryInstallation), and (Highway) is also 

restricted between (City) and (City) and (City) and (City). (Interstate) is closed (Direction) of (City). (County) 

EOC requests aid with clearing evacuation and supply routes to and from (City).

3002 15:20 Public Safety Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 13 (City) to State EOC: request for addition law enforcement. Additional units are needed at (##) operational 

shelters and to enforce curfew

3012 15:25 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

1 (City) EOC reports that (Highway) and (Highway) are now open to emergency traffic (some places still one 

lane)

3022 15:25 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6

Shelter Report: (High School) is now over (##) (sending people to [Shelter]). (Shelter is now over (##) but 

able to hold. Supplies are needed. (Shelter) is now hosting over (##). Food, water, and medical supplies will 

be needed as well as bedding. Hospital bed status: all hospital beds are occupied; hospitals at over (##) 

percent capacity

3032 15:30 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Utility update: Water crews are working to restore water service. (City) is the main area affected. Public 

announcements continue to go out regarding water safety tips. Power has been restored to most residents; 

(City) still has numerous power lines that are down. Wastewater treatment plant repairs continue. 

3042 15:30 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 Shelters continue to swell: (

[##] in [High School]; [##] in [Middle School]) . It is no longer a DMAC but is 

holding a large number of minor injuries; (Shelter) has (##) people

3052 15:35 Communications Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

2 Communications continue to be spotty at times, because of intermittent cell phone service and disruptions with 

the 800 MHz radio system

3062 15:40 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 (Sanitation District) Wastewater Treatment Plant reports that their treatment pond has failed. There is 

concern that raw sewage will reach the (River)

307

2 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM

3 Residents of (City) are reporting the strong odor of raw sewage throughout the city. Sanitation Department to 

State EOC: Damage assessment ongoing to determine which sewer lines are damaged.

3082 15:55 Public Safety Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 6, 13

(County) EOC: Supplies are arriving; support is needed to secure the distribution of supplies from the shelter. 

People want to take supplies and carry off from shelter. Expect more than (##) tonight for meals and overnight 

stay. Supplies will be consumed soon. Security assets/law enforcement personnel are needed at all shelters. 

People are trying to loot and hoard the incoming supplies and are breaking into fights with other victims over 

goods

3092 17:00 Expected actions Fax All (State) DEM5 By end of day: SitRep and IAP of real and/or simulated play; coordination with DEM to receive Federal assets 

and NG assistance

3102 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

3113 6:00 Aftershock Phone White Cell (State) DEM

(Task Force)

5 Ensure that ESF LNO pushes this 

information to JFHQ-(State).

A strong aftershock rocks western (State). The shaking sends residents fleeing from their damaged homes 

and temporarily disrupts response operations. Some structures, already weakened by the first quake, collapse 

trapping residents. In total, over the past (##) hours, over (##) aftershocks have occurred with aftershock at 

(Time) this morning being a major magnitude (##) on the Richter Scale . 

Seismologists at the (University) and USGS advise that there may be numerous such aftershocks in the days 

and weeks to come.

3123 6:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

3133 6:05 EVENT: HazMat 

Operations

Phone to 

(Task 

Force)

ESF-(##) (Simulated 

by White Cell) (Task Force) 10

DO NOT TASK the (MilitarySupport Unit) 

due to manpower and completion of 

training objective.

~Notifications will be done slightly in 

advance to ensure NG assets arrive within 

exercise parameters.

~Schedule is adjusted; exercise 

artificiality.

Resource Requests:

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA (Department 

Store) HazMat

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA 

(Department Store) Security

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA (Department 

Store) Medical

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA (Department 

Store) Aviation

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA (Department 

Store) Aerial Assessment

A strong aftershock caused a break in a pipe resulting in the release of anhydrous ammonia at a (Department 

Store) distribution center, the largest in the country. The (Department Store) HazMat team has responded 

and reports that (##) people on the roof are sick and have extensive injuries, many including burns. There are 

reports that many employees are symptomatic but not injured.

 

As the leak continues to be a threat, the (Department Store) HazMat team requests additional HazMat, 

medical, and security assistance from the National Guard.

The National Guard tasks a CST, Medical Detachment, and Military Police.

IC: (Engine Company) with (##) personnel; Battalion Chief and a HazMat squad with two personnel

POC: (POC Name) (###-###-####)

Location: (Department Store) Distribution Center, (City) Industrial Complex

Address: (Address) (City), (State)

LAT: (GPS Coordinates)

Meeting location: (Department Store) parking lot, north side of building

3143 7:00 Medical Phone (County) (State) DEM8

The (County) EOC reports collapse of (##) buildings due to the strong aftershock. Many citizens are hurt 

because they were in their homes, which had sustained damage in the first earthquake and subsequently 

collapsed. (County) EOC requests immediate assistance with medical triage.

3153 7:05 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC reports that additional medical supplies are needed and that the (Hospital) has reached 

capacity

3163 7:10 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM8

The (City) EOC reports severe damage and collapse of (##) buildings, including residences, due to the 

strong aftershock. Many citizens are hurt because they were in their homes, which had sustained damage in 

the first earthquake and subsequently collapsed. (City) EOC requests immediate assistance with medical 

triage 

3173 7:10 Medical Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM8

Summary from (City) hospitals and clinics: (##) confirmed dead ([##] more than yesterday); (##) with serious 

(life threatening injures) were evacuated to (County) and (City). (##) others requiring hospitalization were 

evacuated to (City). At least (##) received first aid and were released. Search and rescue of most 

neighborhoods has not yet been accomplished. The death toll is expected to rise. 

3183 7:00 EVENT: Mass Care 

Drill Phone Inject 117/(County) (State) DEM

8 DCC Should observe MP Co activities

Security, search and rescue operations are underway at (ElementarySchool). 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

(County) will use MP Co already on site to respond to this. Request was put in through (Date) and this use is 

covered under mission scope. 

3193 7:15 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC reports that four shelters are now operational: (High School) (capacity [##]), (High School) 

(capacity [##]), (High School) (capacity [##]), and (High School) (capacity [##]).

3203 7:15 Shelters Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6

Shelter Report: (High School) now over (##) (sending people to [Shelter] and [Shelter]). (Shelter ) is now over 

(##) but able to hold. Supplies are needed. (Shelter) is now hosting over (##). Additional shelter or evacuation 

should be considered. Food, water, and medical supplies will be needed as well as bedding. Temporary field 

hospital in is process of being set up.

3213 7:20 Firefighting Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM4

(##) major fires continue to burn but are contained. Numerous smaller fires have been contained and are 

burning out or smoldering. Natural gas from ruptured lines no longer is an issue as lines have bled. HazMat 

incident at (Oil Facility) is significant but contained; no further action at this time is planned. 

3223 7:30 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (County) EOC reports that the (Street) in (City) is closed because the bridge at the intersection of (Highway) 

and (Highway) has collapsed

3233 7:40 Damage Assessment Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 1, 3

Over (##) buildings have collapsed/burned. (##) are damaged and cannot be occupied. (City) streets are 

approximately (##) percent cleared, but buckling of pavement is an issue in many locations as it is on State 

highways. Emergency traffic can move without too much difficulty. Water system will be down for weeks, 

replacement for the (Water tank) will be needed (cannot be patched). (Airport) continues high-priority repair 

of damaged runway and is expected to reopen soon.

3243 7:50 Damage Assessment Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM7

(City) EOC requests Federal situational awareness assets, including real-time imagery from military 

surveillance aircraft to aid in damage assessments of structures, hospitals, roads, highway bridges, and 

overall city damage impact

3253 7:55 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 (County) EOC requests an additional HazMat team to contain isopentane leak at the (Geothermal Plant).

3263 8:05 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 Transporting goods by railway has ceased through (County) due to possible damage to tracks. Damage 

assessment is underway

3273 8:05 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

Utility update: Water crews are working to restore water service. (City) is the main area affected. Public 

announcements continue to go out regarding water safety tips. Power has been restored to some residents; 

(City) still has numerous power lines that are down and currently being restored. 

3283 8:10 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC reports that (Middle School) and (ElementarySchool), both in (City), will be opening at noon 

today. It is hard to locate volunteers to staff these shelters. Outreaching out to local churches is in progress.

3293 8:00 EVENT: HazMat 

Operations

Inject 313(County) 

Precoordination 10

~(Department Store) team will make 

requests, but inject for missions should 

already have been released into the 

system. 

 

(Department Store) HazMat team responds; Incident Commander arrives on scene.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

3303 8:15 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10

(Railroad) includes several tankers 

(chlorine, phosphoric acid, various refined 

petroleum hydrocarbons, and dry products, 

such as limestone, Portland cement, etc). 

 

Train derailment is reported by county residents in the area. Initial reports are unclear, but their descriptions 

may indicate a possible chlorine tank rupture. HazMat needs to be dispatched, but all resources are tied up in 

other locations.

3313 8:00 EVENT: (City) Inject 251/(County) 

Precoordination 8, 9

(Military Unit)(HVY LIFT) (Transport AW)

(Military Unit) 

(Military Unit)MP QRF

(Military Unit) MEDEVAC

(State) Damage Assessment Team (DAT) 

(4 engineers)

MED DET (TBD)

(City) EOC activate; buildings collapse.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The (City) EOC reports collapse of (##) buildings due to the strong aftershock. Many citizens are hurt 

because they were in their homes, which had sustained damage in the first earthquake and subsequently 

collapsed. Medical triage, damage assessment, and other activities are ongoing.

3323 8:30 Video Inject 3 Video Controllers at Venues 15

~Each venue receives DVD and/or 

Windows Media Files of videos.

~Controllers are responsible for playing 

video at the appropriate time.

VIDEO INJECT THREE IS PLAYED IN ALL VENUES

~Specific Events

~(City), (City), rubble piles, etc. are discussed.

~County events and effects described.

3333 8:40 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3 (County) reports that damage to a wastewater treatment plant has caused a leak of raw sewage into (Location). 

3343 8:45 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8 (County) EOC requests (##) body bags, support with the collection of remains, and a means to transport 

remains 

3353 8:50 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 (County) EOC requests that EPA respond to assist (Department Store) incident operations.

3363 8:20 Shelters Phone (County) (State) DEM 6, 8

(##) of people are showing up at (High School) and (ElementarySchool) seeking shelter and medical 

treatment. Food, water, bedding supplies will be needed by noon. (School) has received (##) additional injured 

people seeking help following this morning's aftershock.

3373 8:25 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC asks for State and Federal assistance in securing temporary housing for those residents 

whose homes are unlivable

3383 8:35 Medical Phone (County) (State) DEM8

(County) EOC reports (##) fatalities. Over (##) people have received medical aid, and (##) are still requiring 

hospitalization, (##) with life-threatening injuries. These are still waiting on transportation to neighboring 

counties. Medical supplies are becoming scarce. Ventilators are needed.

3393 8:30 Damage Assessment Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM5

(City) EOC reports that citizens are unable to return to their homes following the aftershock. The fire chief is 

concerned that many of the buildings may have become unstable with the series of earthquakes and is advising 

citizens to remain outdoors until damage assessments can be made. (City) EOC requests a damage 

assessment team to inspect high-risk properties. The request is urgent and time sensitive so the citizens can 

return to their houses and decrease demands on shelters.

3403 8:30 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

3

(Power Company) reports that the (Electrical Substation) has been repaired. Only about (##) percent of the 

county (mostly rural areas) is without power. This outage is due to individual down power lines that are 

currently being worked

3413 8:35 Transportation Fax (County) (State) DEM1 This morning's aftershock caused additional rockslides blocking rail ways. All rail traffic has ceased through 

(County)

3423 8:40 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 The (Facility) has reported to the (State) DEP hotline that the minor leak at their facility has been contained and is in the process of being cleaned up 

3433 8:55 Damage Assessment Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM5

(City) EOC requests assistance in accessing building safety and other structures, especially those needed 

for critical public functions. If structures are deemed dangerous, temporary facilities must be provided for 

these functions to operate from

3443 9:00 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 (Power Plant) is now contained, but damage is being assessed. The facility response team identified and stopped the source of the leak. No additional resources are needed at this time.

3453 9:00 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

(County) EOC is reporting the shelters numbers at (High School) ((##) people overnight), (Elementary 

School) ((##) people spent the night). Staff is inadequate for this number of people - food and water is 

running out (not enough for lunch today). Asking local restaurant owners to see if they can come by and cook 

for the evacuees. Will have to turn away those not already registered within the hour.

3463 9:00 EVENT: (City) 

Evacuation

~ Inject 236/(County) 

Internal Planning

~ 5, 6 ~ Coordinate on shift change brief

(City) is evacuated; (State) QRF provides security.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Lunch is provided at alternate site, and citizens are returned in the early afternoon.

3473 9:05 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

(County) requests evacuation of individual residences to shelters due to continuous seismic activity and 

concern over additional collapses. If these shelters are to remain in (City), county needs Red Cross to 

assume operations since volunteers and county staff have been filling the roles since the initial quake. 

Additional resources will be needed at each shelter, and assistance is needed in setting up other shelters to 

accommodate the influx of evacuees.

3483 9:10 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Electricity): There are still large areas of (City) and (City) without power, 

mainly in the (City) area, (City) area, and areas in (City). (##) of the (##) generating stations at (City) are 

offline, but the (Location) plants were returned to service Thursday afternoon. (County) EOC reports that 

initial inspections of the electrical system indicate (##) days for services to be restored. Transmission lines 

have been assessed and repairs have begun. Repairs are ongoing at the following substations: (Electrical Substation): Severe damage, one section of the bus repaired and transformer available in (##) 

days. (Electrical Substation): Returned to service on Friday. (Electrical Substation): Still severe damage, could be (##) more days.  ( Electrical Substation): Severe damage, no estimate on full repair. (Electrical Substation): Extensive damage, repairs could be (##) days. (Electrical Substation): Moderate damage, could be returned to service in (##) days.

3493 9:15 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

9

The (Building), located at (Address), (City) has collapsed. Main floor houses (Business Descriptions).

The unreinforced brick building front collapses into (Street), blocking the street from (Direction) traffic. 

Collapse is from the south end of building to the gift shop on the north side of the (Building). Covers water 

turn off access points. No natural gas, propane only which comes in from the west side- (Street). Propane 

lines severed, leaking

The (Direction) side of the structure collapses into the Post Office driveway and onto the Post Office 

damaging the PO building.

On the (Street) side, the building collapses into the street blocking (Direction) access of street.

In addition, the roof collapses into the structure and top two floors also collapse, pancaking into the first floor.

(##) people suffer various injuries requiring triage and transport. There are (##) fatalities.

3503 9:20 Search and rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

9

The County garage, also known as “(Facility,” located across (Street) from the (Building), on corner of 

(Street) and (Street) has been severely damaged. This unreinforced brick and rock building contains county 

public works equipment and fire department equipment. There is a partial wall collapse, both on the 

(Direction) side and (Direction) side. The (Direction) side collapses partially onto an adjacent structure (a 

wood frame office building) whereas the (Direction) side collapses into (Street) damaging the street and 

blocking (Direction) traffic access. The roof fully collapses. There are no reports of injures, but a county 

paving machine and an asphalt roller are destroyed. 

3513 9:25 Search and rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM9

The County Courthouse, located at (Address), facing (Direction) between (Street) and (Street) has suffered 

structural and nonstructural damage. The unreinforced quarry rock and brick building has (##) main exterior 

walls developing serious vertical cracks. The stability of (Direction) walls is in question. The roof of the 

building has partially collapsed above second floor. Inside the building, there is various damage throughout 

building. Plaster and lath have spalled from walls in numerous locations causing equipment damage. The 

second floor ceiling partially collapsed into office space, destroying equipment and records. The vaults seem 

to be unaffected although there is some damage to records on the main floor. All utility lines coming in the 

building have been affected. The water line was severed, and the propane and electrical lines are 

compromised.

(##) county vehicles that were parked in an adjacent parking lot have suffered varying amounts of damage from 

falling bricks. 

(##) were injured, and one person was killed by the falling brinks.

3523 9:30 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM9

A small residential structure at the corner of (Street) and (Street) has collapsed. This unreinforced brick and 

wood building has suffered the following damage: the east wall and part of the roof have collapsed. Two 

individuals were injured by falling objects

3533 9:35 Search and Rescue Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM9 A small residential structure at the corner of (Street) and (Street) has collapsed. This wood frame structure is 

totally destroyed. The roof collapsed, and all exterior walls are compromised. There are no reports of injuries. 

3543 9:35 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM3 Critical infrastructure assessment (Natural Gas): Relight operations are systematically implemented for the 

gas customers in (City) and elsewhere using mutual assistance from (UtilityCompany).

3553 9:40 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM1 This morning's aftershock caused additional rockslides onto (State Route). (Highway) will remain closed for 

the foreseeable future

3563 9:45 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep)(State) DEM1 (City) EOC requests assistance from National Guard in the transportation of goods as well as evacuees out of 

(City)

3573 9:45 Emergency 

Management Fax (County)

(State) DEM6 (County) EOC requests food, water, bedding supplies, medical supplies. Generators are need as soon as 

possible in all shelters and at the REOC. Temporary housing alternatives are also needed.

3583 9:50 Utility Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM3

Critical infrastructure damage assessment (Wastewater): (County) reports that (#) waste eater treat plants 

have sustained significant damage. Both the treatment pond at the (Sanitation District) and the primary 

sedimentation tanks at the (Sanitation District) need immediate attention for repairs. 

3593 9:55 HazMat Phone (City) (SimCell Rep)(State) DEM 10 Update on the (City) Oil spill: ~(##) gallons crude oil are contained within berm. There is no migration offsite.

3603 10:00 Critical Infrastructure Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep)

(State) DEM 5, 7 All local service stations are reporting low fuel. (County) EOC requests that generators be brought in to run 

the service stations with fuel and no electricity

3613 10:00 Reverse JRSOI Phone or InPerson White Cell (Task Force 

Name)

7

~Need to determine process; trusted 

agent may be appropriate method for 

injecting

(National Guard) JFHQ directs JTF to prepare for reverse JRSOI and outprocessing of troops effective 

(Time and Date).

3623 TBD

EVENT: FEMA Push 

Pack Transport and 

Distribution to Venues

~ Inject 136~ 1, 5

(Military Unit) delivers simulated FEMA Push Pack (MREs) to active venue sites. 

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

o (City) rubble pile

o (City)

o (City)

o (City)

o (Telecommunications Service)

3633 10:00 Shelters Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6

Shelters have been secured and opened at (Convention Center), the (Building), (Junior High School), and 

(ElementarySchool). Volunteers are assisting victims; additional supplies will be needed within the next (##) 

hours. (County) EOC reports that a need for food, water, and commodities continues. (City) has requested 

food and water distribution centers be set up.

3643 10:05 Damage Assessment Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

5 Damage assessments report that approximately (##) buildings have been moderately to extensively damaged 

and are unable to be used

3653 10:10 Shelters Fax (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC requests assistance from National Guard in getting additional supplies to the shelters, fuel to 

the gas stations and security for the staging areas

3663 10:10 Public Safety Phone (County) (SIMCELL 

Rep) (State) DEM 7, 13 Support is needed to provide ongoing enforcement of curfew and to restrict access to (Street) business district Plywood is needed to secure broken windows and doors

3673 10:15 Transportation Phone (County) (State) DEM1

(County) EOC reports that (Interstate) ([Direction] of [City]); (Interstate) ([Direction] of [City]); (Highway) ([Direction] of [City] and through [City]); and (State Route) (City) have reopened with restricted traffic. Road 

crews are currently working on clearing (Interstate) (through [City]).

3683 10:30 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

6 (County) EOC has made the decision to open an additional shelter (capacity [##]) at (Special Needs School). 

3693 10:20 Shelters Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM6 (City) EOC requests additional food, water, and other commodities for distribution. Due to high volume of 

victims, additional shelters are necessary. Manpower and supplies are needed to open new shelter.

3703 10:30 OPG Tasking Phone or InPerson White Cell JTF-Silver 14 OPG will actually brief at (Time and Date).

The TAG directs (Task Force) to convene an OPG meeting to determine a long-term planning capability. The 

group should develop a plan for sustainment of the current operating tempo (OPTEMPO) for (##) weeks, 

including processes for resupply, anticipation of expanded mission sets, and recommended adjustments to 

task organization. The OPG should brief the entire J-Staff at (Time and Date).

3713 10:35 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 Last night's aftershock caused additional rockslides onto (State Route). (Highway) will remain closed for the 

foreseeable future

3723 10:45 Fuel/Supplies Phone (County) (State) DEM 5, 7

The fire at the (Facility) has been extinguished. Damage assessments at the facility indicate that six petroleum 

tanks at the terminal were damaged by the fire. The terminal is also without power. Access to gasoline and 

diesel stored at the facility will be limited. (County)'s gas stations are without electricity and are unable to 

operate pumps. Requests come in for generators to help power the stations, and many city operations are 

threatened by the fuel shortage.

3733 10:55 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

1 (County) EOC reports that (Airport) is operational. 

3743 11:00 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM

8

(Hospital) census: at (##) percent capacity. Since yesterday's report, (##) additional deaths (# total); (##) 

additional life threatening injuries (death came from yesterday's reported critical injury); (##) additional 

admissions; (##) others treated and released.
375 3 11:00 Transportation Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1

Transportation Update: Many secondary roads are still damaged; Clearing of debris continues, but could use 

additional assets. 

o (Interstate) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (State Route)([Highway) to (City]) is closed indefinitely.

o (State Route) ([City) to [Highway]) has one lane open to restricted traffic.

o (State Route) is closed indefinitely. 

376 3 11:05 Transportation Phone (County) (State) DEM 1

(County) EOC reports that most major roads are still severely damaged. Clearing of blocked roads is slowly 

progressing. Here is the latest information on major roads: 

o (Interstate) (Direction) of (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (Interstate) through (City) has reopened with restricted traffic. 

o (Interstate) (Direction) of (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (Highway) through (City) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (Highway) (Direction) of (City) is closed indefinitely.

o (State Route) (to [City] and to [City]) is closed indefinitely.

o (State Route) (along [Jurisdiction]) has reopened with restricted traffic.

o (State Route) (to [City]) is open.

o (State Route) (to [City]) is open.

o (State Route) (Highway) is open.

377 3 11:10 Public safety Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 13 (County) EOC requests assistance with security issues at staging areas and the distribution of goods from staging areas to shelters 

378 3 11:20 Firefighting Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 4, 9

Firefighters are exhausted, and they are still monitoring (##) major fires and several small fires throughout the 

city. At least (##) buildings have collapsed. Additional search and rescue, HazMat, firefighting, and EMS 

assistance needed

379 3 11:30 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8 (County) EOC requests a stress management team to debrief its staff who are extremely worried about the possibility of damage to their homes or death of their neighbors from the continuing seismic activity.

380 3 11:35 Shelters Phone (County) (State) DEM 6 (County) EOC has made the decision to open additional shelters at (High School), (High School), and (High 

School). These facilities are being assessed and waiting on supplies and volunteers to operate shelters. 

381 3 11:45 HazMat Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 (State) DEP reports that facility response personnel are currently responding to an isobutane leak at (Paint Industry), Inc. according to an unidentified caller to the State's Spill Reporting Hotline.

382 3 11:50 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

Call from Red Cross chapter responding to the quakes offers to send in a stress management team to come 

in to debrief the people who are extremely worried about the possibility of damage to their homes or death of 

their neighbors from the continuing seismic activity.

383 3 12:00 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1

Transportation update: debris still impedes various secondary roads. Many highways are open, with the 

exception of (Interstate). The following have restricted access: (Highway) between (City) and (Military 

Installation); (Highway) between (City), (City), and (City). (MilitaryInstallation) is operational.

384 3 12:00 Medical Fax (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8

Healthcare facilities are being inundated with individuals with medical needs; but capacity is being reached at 

most facilities. (County) EOC requests continued support with life-saving activities, medical evacuation, and 

temporary facilities for critical public functions

385 3 12:00 Utility Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3

(County) EOC reports that initial inspections of the electrical grid indicate (##) days to a week for services to 

be restored in (City); greater time (unknown) is needed for outlying areas. Transmission lines are being 

repaired

386 3 12:00 PERSTAT Capture E-mail White Cell (Task Force 

Name) 7 These numbers will serve as baseline for command post exercise (CPX) exercise TAG requests detailed update brief on troop strength and equipment for both organic and external forces.

387 3 12:00 EVENT: (Medical 

transportation) ~ Inject 243 ~ 1, 8

(Helicopter) arrives at (CountyFairgrounds).

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Class is taught by NG aviation crew. Then mass casualty drill begins. (##) moulaged victims will be triaged 

by local EMTs. (##) of them will be lifted by the helicopter to the nearby hospital. The others will travel by 

ambulance. The hospital will treat all victims.

388 3 12:00

EVENT: (City) 

Collapsed Building 

Termination of Mission

Phone to 

JFHQ White Cell (Task Force Name) 13

~Need DCC to arrive on scene to relieve 

MP CO and perform after action report 

(AAR).

(Military Unit) is released by civilian authority.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

(City) EOC notifies JFHQ that civilian responders will be able to take over security of the (City) Site as of 

(Time and Date). An official will be on site to relieve the current security force of duty at that time.

389 3 12:15 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 5, 9 (County) EOC reports that death tolls are still rising, and (##) buildings have collapsed and still need to be searched in both (City) and (City)

390 3 12:05 Medical Phone (County) (State) DEM 8

(County) EOC reports (##) fatalities; over (##) people have received medical aid; (##) are still requiring 

hospitalization, and (##) have with life-threatening injuries. These are still waiting on transportation to 

neighboring counties. Medical supplies are becoming scarce. (County) EOC requests (##) body bags and 

help in handling remains.

391 3 12:10 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC requests Federal situational awareness assets to aid in the damage assessments of structures, hospitals, roads, highway bridges, and overall city damage impact.

392 3 12:15 Emergency 

Management Fax (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 7 Local service stations are reporting no or low fuel supplies. Deliveries have been hindered because of limited supply of fuel in the area (County) EOC requests that fuel trucks be sent

393 3 12:20 Medical Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

(City) EOC reports death tolls are still rising: an accurate count is not available. Further assessments reveal 

hundreds of structures have been partially or fully collapsed. (##) body bags and help in handling remains are 

requested. Refrigerated trucks for use as temporary morgues are needed.

394 3 12:25 Utility Fax (County) (State) DEM 3

Critical infrastructure assessment (Wastewater): (Wastewater treatment plant) reports major damage. 

Inspections are underway to determine the cause and severity of the damage to the facility. Broken sewer line 

crossings have resulted in raw sewage being released into the (River). The (Water reclamation) facility is 

inoperable, and there is significant damage at the facility. Raw sewage is discharging into (River). There is 

also severe damage to the (Pump Station); however, crews have prevented the discharge of raw sewage into 

(Jurisdiction).

395 3 12:30 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1 (County) EOC reports that (Highway) north towards (City) has reopened, using one lane for restricted traffic only (emergency vehicles and deliveries)

396 3 12:35 Firefighting Phone (County) (State) DEM 4, 9

(County) EOC reports that firefighters are exhausted, and they are still monitoring two major fires and several 

small fires throughout the city. At least (##) buildings have collapsed. (County) needs more assistance with 

search and rescue as well as transportation of evacuees.

397 3 12:40 Public Safety Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 13

(County) EOC reports that the (Armory) in (City) has been ransacked, and most of its guns stolen. The 

(Hardware Store) in (City) has been vandalized, and a large number of firearms are reportedly missing. 

Additional security and investigative personnel are requested.

398 3 12:50 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 3 (City) has power restored in the (Direction) part of the city, and repairs are underway at the (Electrical 

Substation) Restoration could be as soon as late this evening for most of the substation

399 3 13:00 Public Safety Phone (County) (State) DEM 13 (County) EOC requests assistance with security issues at staging areas and the distribution of goods from 

staging areas to shelters 

400 3 13:10 Shelters Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 6 (County) EOC reports that additional volunteers are needed to help in shelters.

401 3 13:15 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1, 10

Transportation update: (Interstate) east of (City) is now open; but residents are being advised to stay off the 

roadway because of traffic congestion from the anhydrous ammonia leak at (City). The anhydrous ammonia 

cloud is drifting from (Direction) along (Interstate).

402 3 13:20 Medical Fax (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 8

(City) EOC reports (##) fatalities; over (##) people have received medical aid ; (##) are still requiring 

hospitalization, and (##) have life-threatening injuries. These are still waiting on transportation to 

neighboring counties. Medical supplies are becoming scares. Ventilators are needed.

403 3 13:25 HazMat Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 10 Reports are received that facility response personnel have fixed an isobutane leak at (Paint Industry) facility.

404 3 13:30 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8 (Hospital) is being inundated with individuals from neighboring counties needing medical assistance, but capacity is being reached Individuals are being turned away 

405 3 13:35 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (State) DEM 5 (County) EOC requests Federal situational awareness assets to aid in the damage assessments of 

structures, hospitals, roads, highway bridges, and overall city damage impact.

406 3 13:40 Transportation Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 1 This morning's aftershock caused additional rockslides blocking railways. All rail traffic has ceased through (County)

407 3 13:45 Public Safety Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 13

Gas stations are unable to pump gas. People are becoming impatient for gas with news of roads opening for 

restricted use. Security support at stations is requested. There are reports of violence between victims 

fighting over supplies, and firearm usage has caused injuries not related to the earthquake.

408 3 13:55 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3 Preliminary damage assessment of the (Dam) indicates that the dam is structurally sound.

409 3 13:50 Transportation Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 1 Transportation update: (Airport) is now open for official use. Roads: support is needed for traffic control and 

debris removal

410 3 14:00 Emergency 

Management Phone (County) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 6 (County) EOC requests help with alternative housing for those with severe damage to their homes.

411 3 14:10 Public Safety Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 7, 13 Support is needed to provide ongoing enforcement of curfew and restricting access to (City). Plywood is 

needed to secure broken windows and doors.

412 3 14:20 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 8

Call from Red Cross chapter responding to the quakes offers to send in a stress management team to come 

in to debrief the people who are extremely worried about the possibility of damage to their homes or death of 

their neighbors from the continuing seismic activity.

413 3 14:30 Damage Assessment Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 3 (County) EOC requests assistance in assessing building safety and other structures, especially those needed for critical public functions 

414 Utility Phone (City) (SimCell Rep) (State) DEM 3 (City) EOC reports that initial inspections of the electrical grid indicate (##) days to a week for services to be 

restored; greater time (unknown) is needed for outlying areas. Transmission lines are being repaired.

415 3 14:50 Medical Phone (County) (SimCell 

Rep) (State) DEM 7 (County) EOC requests refrigeration trucks as temporary morgues and to transport remains.

416 3 15:00 Expected actions Fax All (State) DEM 5 By end of day the following are expected: SitRep/update report and IAP of real and/or simulated play; 

coordination with DEM to receive Federal assets and NG assistance

417 3 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force) 5 No White Cell action/inject is required.DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

418 4 8:00 Reverse JRSOI ~ Inject 361 ~ 7 Reverse JRSOI is ongoing all day/low OPTEMPO.

419 5 10:00 EVENT: FTX AAR 5

FTX AAR is conducted.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

(Auditorium)

420 5 18:00 EVENT: Update Brief ~ SOPs ~ 5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

421 5 8:00 CPX Start of Exercise

Kickoff 

Briefing and 

Handout

White Cell All HQ still in play 5

Need to develop CPX Participant Guide 

and Kickoff Briefing (Use RR07 as 

template)

Start of Exercise for CPX

Participants should be informed (via handout and kickoff briefing) that they are to use troop strength and units 

on the ground as of (Time and Date) as their baseline for continued operations and mission taskings. 

Participants will be given phone numbers for the SimCell (Subordinate troops, county Simulators, and State 

Simulators).

422 5 8:15 Video Inject 4 Video Controllers at Venues ALL HQ STILL IN 

PLAY 15

~Each venue receives DVD and/or 

Windows Media Files of videos.

~Controllers are responsible for playing 

video at the appropriate time.

VIDEO INJECT FOUR IS PLAYED IN ALL VENUES.

~Long term effects

~Recovery issues are discussed.

423 5 8:20

National Guard Unit 

witnesses theft, 

vandalism.

Phone White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Drives Force Protection Review

A National Guard unit performing a security mission south of (City), has witnessed what appears to be a 

significant incident of theft and vandalism. A roving patrol observed several individuals loading vehicles at a 

temporarily closed (Department Store) on (Street). The vehicles did not appear to have the store's markings, 

and the individuals involved in the action immediately left the scene upon the Guard's arrival. The 

Commanding Officer of the unit believes that some individuals may be taking advantage of the confusion from 

damaged area communications and transportation to rob commercial businesses in the area. The unit has 

reported the incident to county authorities and is continuing its patrol, but requests instruction should the 

suspects be identified at a later time.

424 5 8:30 RFA Bridge Repair 

(City)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 1

~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard.

~RFA1

(City) EOC requests that the state provide resources to complete bridge repairs on the(Interstate), and 

(Streets) Bridges. A (##)-meter span of the (Interstate), bridge on the (Direction) side (GPS Coordinates) 

and a (##)-meter span on the (Direction) side have been destroyed by the earthquake and need to be patched 

to restore the bridge to service. Debris needs to be removed from all bridge locations, and engineer and 

bridge repair is needed to get at least one lane of (Interstate) operational. For additional details, the State is 

asked to contact (Point of Contact) at the (Jurisdiction Police Department) at (###-###-####).

425 5 8:30 Air Guard facility reports 

missing vehicles. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~CCIR Identification~Logistics Analysis

The (Military Facility) in (City) (State) has reported the possible theft of vehicles and equipment from the 

facility. (##) large pieces of specialty equipment stored in (Storage Facility) are reported missing. Personnel 

are uncertain whether the missing equipment is an inventory error or whether the equipment has been taken by 

vandals in the evening hours. Preliminary evidence (damage to facility perimeter, reports of suspicious activity 

in the area around the [Military Facility]) lead the Commanding Officer to believe that some equipment has 

been illegally taken. (City) and (County) law enforcement have been contacted and advised of the potential 

theft. (Military Facility) personnel will continue to investigate to determine what (if anything) was taken.

426 5 8:45 Handling of Classified 

Information E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 5 ~Drives Information Protection SOP Review

The TAG has asked the Judge Advocate's Office to assess what information should be safeguarded while 

cooperating with civilian partners during earthquake emergency response efforts. The TAG also asks the 

Joint Force Headquarters J2 to assess the status of existing classified systems and determine any 

degradation of capability resulting from the earthquake/aftershocks. This assessment should be provided to 

the TAG's office as soon as possible and included in the next Joint Force Headquarters Battle Update 

Briefing.

427 5 9:00 (State) DEM SitRep E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 5 (Task Force) receives SitRep from (State) DEM.

428 5 9:30 RFA USAR Request E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 9

~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard.

~RFA1

(City) EOC requests that the State provide personnel and materiel to support urban search and rescue 

activities. Multiple operations are underway at location in (City). The (Airport) has reported multiple buildings 

in and around the airfield have collapsed with personnel trapped in the rubble; numerous buildings at 

(Elementary School)(Address) and (Middle School) (Address) have collapsed with children trapped in the 

rubble. The elementary school has a student population of ~(##) and the middle school ~(##). The (Hotel) 

(Address) has suffered a collapse of the majority of its structure. The hotel was running at (##) percent 

capacity of its (##) rooms and suites, and it is unknown how many may be trapped. USAR personnel and 

equipment are required to expedite rescue processes and provide victims with emergency care. These 

resources are needed urgently. For additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact), 

(Position), (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-###-####).

429 5 10:00 EVENT: OPG Brief ~ Inject 370 ~ 14 This should outline process for continued 

operations throughout CPX.

OPG briefs as Directed by Inject 370

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The TAG directs (Task Force) to convene an OPG meeting to determine a long-term planning capability. The 

group should develop a plan for sustainment of the current OPTEMPO for (#) weeks, including processes for 

resupply, anticipation of expanded mission sets, and recommended adjustments to task organization. The 

OPG should brief the entire J-Staff at (Time and Date).

430 5 10:30 National Guard Family 

Concerns Phone White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~ NG personnel accountability~ Family support

Several deployed (National Guard) personnel have contacted the Joint Force Headquarters through their 

armory and asked for information on the status of family members who may be within the area affected by the 

earthquake. The Guardsmen are unable to make contact with these family members and are inquiring what 

information the JFHQ can acquire and pass along to State armories.

431 5 11:00

NGB offers use of Public 

Affairs Rapid Response 

Team (PARRT)

Phone White Cell (Task) 15 ~NGB Public Affairs (PA)/(State)NG PA 

interaction

Representatives from the National Guard Bureau's Public Affairs Office(PAO) have contacted PA 

representatives in the (National Guard). NGB PAO has offered the services of a Public Affairs Rapid 

Response Team to support (National Guard) operations as they relate to media coordination, development of 

public messages, and other State PA requirements. 

432 5 12:00

Request for Aerial 

Reconnaissance of 

Dams

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (Task Force) 3, 5

Resource Request:

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Dam 

Inspection

Emergency personnel and first responders in (County) have contacted the County EOC to report potential 

failures at the (Name and Name) reservoirs. Preliminary evidence suggests the dams may have sustained 

damage following the recent earthquake and now require some repairs.

Damage to transportation infrastructure is preventing county officials from conducting a preliminary damage 

assessment and surveying of the dam. The county requests that the State identify resources to conduct an 

aerial surveillance of the reservoir areas and provide video imagery for county engineers at the (Jurisdiction) 

EOC. This assessment needs to be completed as soon as possible.

Start: (Time and Date)

End: (Time and Date) or upon completion

 

433 5 12:30 (National Guard) Brief 

Tasking

Phone/Email White Cell (Task Force) 7

~J3 Readiness/Operations

~ESF LNO

~J4 Planning

~J5 Future Plans

~JIEE Use

~Will improve DSCA processes and 

familiarize civilians with NG practices

~Will result in a "(National Guard)" Brief 

that can be used in real-world operations

(State) DEM has requested a brief from (National Guard) on their capabilities and request processes. The 

brief should include:

 - A summary of "how the National Guard does business" to familiarize civilians with military culture and 

practices

 - Assets and capabilities currently on the ground

 - Any additional (National Guard) assets and capabilities not currently being used

 - NG assets available from surrounding States

 - NG assets available from all U.S. States

 - The correct/preferred method (step-by-step) for requesting all these NG resources

 - Timelines for deployment

 - Requirements from localities requesting resources long term (housing, tentage footprint, latrines, 

transport, etc; assuming 24-hour operations over a (##)-day period, staged out of remote locations)

The brief is to occur at (Time and Date) in the (Location). Audience will include (State) DEM and county 

emergency managers.

434 5 12:45 Debris Removal 

(County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 7 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

(County) EOC and its department of transportation request assistance from the State clearing numerous 

primary and secondary roads throughout the county. Vehicle accidents, fallen power lines, landslides, and 

other debris are limiting the movement of civilian motorists and emergency traffic. The county reports overpass 

collapses, many over (Interstate), and also reports large sections of (Interstate) from (City) to the intersection 

of (Highway) and (Interstate) have been upheaved from the earthquake. The county specifically requests 

bulldozers, backhoes, earthmoving equipment, and the personnel necessary to operate these vehicles. For 

additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact), (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-###-

####).

435 5 12:45 Area Security (County) E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

The (County) EOC requests that the State provide additional resources to augment law enforcement and 

security operations in the county near (City). The loss of the (Jurisdiction Police Department) and 

(Jurisdiction Fire Department) has reduced law enforcement coverage, requiring augmentation and support 

from outside the county. Incoming personnel should be prepared to perform security missions in the county for 

approximately (##) days until earthquake response activities stabilize and damaged police stations can be 

repaired. For additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact), (Jurisdiction Fire 

Department) at (###-###-####).

436 5 13:00 Request for additional 

ice, water Phone White Cell (Task Force) 7 ~Logistics Analysis

 TFHR (Mission Support, Maintenance, and Medical Support units) has requested additional water and ice to 

augment available supplies. Logisticians with the units have specifically asked for (##) pallets of water and 

(##) pounds of ice. These resources are requested within the next (##) hours and should be transferred to 

TFHR's current location.

437 5 13:00 Unit reports missing 

weapons. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 13

~CCIR Identification

~Drives Force Protection Review

~Protection of (National Guard) Sensitive 

Information

The (Military Unit) has reported the loss and possible theft of several weapons. (#) (Weapons) are missing 

and approximately (##) rounds of ammunition cannot be accounted for. The unit's Commanding Officer 

believes the weapons and ammunition may have gone missing shortly after a recent earthquake aftershock, 

which damaged the facility and may have compromised security measures. The MP Company has not yet 

reported the theft to local law enforcement but is conducting an internal investigation to assess who might have 

taken the weapons.

438 5 13:30 (National Guard) 

soldiers fail to report. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Drives Personnel Accountability Analysis

(National Guard) armories and units in the western portions of the State are reporting numerous missing 

personnel. Commanding Officers believe that many of their soldiers and airmen are unable to report for duty 

due to damaged roads, personal injuries, or injuries to family members. While all units are functional at this 

time, some units are expected to operate with degraded capabilities for the next 24-48 hours.

439 5 14:00

Tent Supplier offers 

assistance to National 

Guard.

Phone White Cell (Task Force) 7 ~Drives JOC / Civilian Interaction

~Management of Donated Goods

(National Outdoor Store), a supplier of camping supplies and outdoor products has contacted the (National 

Guard) Joint Force Headquarters. The store manager has been in contact with the corporate office, and is 

offering to provide supplies for National Guard use if desired. The store is specifically offering up the use of 

(##) Alaknak II tents, and (##) quad-pole dome tents for use by the National Guard in their earthquake 

response. The (City) outlet(Address of store) is also prepared to provide other resources to assist (State)'s 

brave soldiers and airmen during this crisis. For additional information, the Joint Force Headquarters can 

contact (Point of Contact), the (City) outlet store manager.

440 5 14:10 Armory reports 

soldier/airmen deaths. Phone White Cell (Task Force) 5 ~Drives COP Development~CCIR Identification

The Commanding Officer for the (Military Unit) is reporting the deaths of (#) airmen following the initial 

earthquake event. (Name and Ranks of soldiers) (NOTIONAL) both sustained fatal injuries from falling 

debris while performing maintenance on (Military Transport vehicle). Both airmen were immediately 

transferred to (Hospital, City), but expired shortly upon arrival. Neither of the victim's families has been 

contacted due to severe communications outages in the (City), (State) area.

441 5 14:30

Request for 

(Ammunition type and 

quantity)

Phone White Cell (Task Force) 7 ~Logistics Analysis

~Drives Force Protection Review

Units supporting (Task Force) have requested the acquisition and distribution of ammunition to troops 

supporting security missions for several (State) counties. The (Military unit) specifically has asked for the 

following quantities: (## of rounds of ammunition). As Guard forces are actively supporting security missions, 

these resources are needed as soon as possible (preferably within the next (##) hours).

442 5 14:45 Urban Search and 

Rescue (County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 6, 9 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

Officials from (County)'s EOC are requesting assistance from the State and National Guard conducting 

urban search and rescue missions in various locations within the city of (Cities). Response activities are to 

provide care and relocation of the following assisted living facilities: (Hotel) (Address), (Assisted Living 

Facility) (Address), (Assisted Living Facility) (Address), (Assisted Living Facility) (Address), and (Assisted 

Living Facility) (Address). To provide delivery of supplies and security of displaced citizens seeking shelter at 

the (High School) (Address) exceeds the county's ability to support its citizens. The county specifically 

requests USAR teams with appropriate equipment for clearing debris and shoring up damaged structures. It 

also asks the State to provide additional medical personnel and supplies to support response and shelter 

activities at these locations. These resources are needed urgently For additional details, the State is asked to 

contact (POC) with the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-###-####).

443 5 15:00 Request for Class I 

MREs Phone White Cell (Task Force) 7 ~Logistics Analysis

Units supporting (Task Force are reporting a shortfall in Class I MREs. The (Military Unit) requests the 

JTF identify an additional (##) MREs to augment existing supplies. These resources are needed within the 

next (##) hours

444 5 (National Guard) convoy 

suffers damage. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 8 ~Logistics Analysis

A convoy of vehicles departing the (Airport) reports damage to vehicles and multiple injuries following an 

earthquake aftershock. (# Military Transportation vehicles) and (# Military Transport vehicles) lost control 

while in the vicinity of (Highway) and (Street). (##) vehicles have a variety of mechanical breakdowns, 

including flat tires, bent axles, and a damaged engine block. (##) Guardsmen were injured during the event. 

The unit reports (#) Guardsman with a broken arm, another with a concussion, and the other three having 

suffered minor cuts, bruises and abrasions. The unit is requesting the JFHQ identify assistance to recover 

the damaged vehicles and to transport the injured to area hospitals. Exact GPS location for the unit is (GPS 

445 5 16:00 Request for a Test 

INTSUM. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 5 ~Drives COP Development

The Commanding Officer for Task Force Security has requested the latest Intelligence Summary from 

(State)'s Joint Force Headquarters. The CO is concerned that multiple acts of vandalism, theft and isolated 

incidents of armed conflict between National Guard soldiers / civilians may necessitate changes to current 

force protection levels and rules on the use of force. 

446 5 16:30 Debris Removal and 

Road Repair (County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 3 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

(County)'s EOC requests that the state identify resources to support debris removal and road repair. A 

landslide just south of (City) has blocked (Street) at (GPS Coordinates) and the earthquake has caused 

numerous landslides that have destroyed several sections of (Highway) into (City). The blockages are 

affecting response activities in and around the (City) area. Contact the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-

###-####)

447 5 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force) 5 No White Cell action/inject is required.DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

448 6 6:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force) 5 No White Cell action/inject is required.DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.
449

6 8:00

EVENT: Field Hospital 

Drill Request for 

Transportation

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (Task Force) 1, 7, 8

Resource Request:

~(City) (Date) RFA Medical Center 

Transport Return

(Hospital) has regained capability to operate and is shutting down the Mobile Field Hospital set up on the 

premises. The Field Hospital is currently stored in (City) and (City) does not have transportation assets 

available to move the facility to its intended site.

(City) and County personnel request the state identify and provide transportation assets to return the field 

hospital to its home location in (City). The hospital will be ready for transport on (Date). Transporters are 

requested to arrive at (Hospital) no later than (Time and Date). 

4506 8:00 EVENT: Field Hospital 

Drill Request for Forklift

Phone or 

Fax White Cell (Task Force) 1, 7

Resource Request: ~(City) (Date) RFA Medical Center 

Forklift Return

(Hospital) has regained capability to operate and is shutting down the Mobile Field Hospital set up on the 

premises. 

The Field Hospital is a very large, heavy load requiring significant lift capability. A forklift will be provided at 

the (City) location, but no such capability exists in (City). (City) EOC requests (State) DEM provide a forklift 

to support upload of the facility at the (Hospital) . Both forklift and transportation are requested to arrive at 

(Hospital) no later than (Time and Date). 

4516 8:00 Soldier killed during 

earthquake aftershock. Phone White Cell (Task Force)

5 ~CCIR Identification

A (National Guard) soldier has died while supporting earthquake emergency response efforts. (Name and 

Rank) (NOTIONAL) with the (Military Unit) supporting TF Security under (Task Force) was involved in an 

automobile accident while conducting operations in the AO. During an earthquake aftershock, his (Military 

vehicle) was struck by a falling tree, killing (Name and Rank) instantly. (#) other soldiers (Names and Ranks) 

sustained moderate injuries and are receiving care at the (Hospital). (##) are expected to make full 

recoveries. (Name and Rank)'s family, who live in (City), (State), has not yet been contacted due to area 

communications outages.

4526 8:30

Status of Aerial 

Reconnaissance 

Missions

E-mail White Cell (Task Force)5 ~Drives Air Guard Operations Analysis

The (State) TAG has requested the JFHQ staff provide a detailed accounting of aerial reconnaissance 

missions conducted for State and county customers. The TAG specifically requests a detailed accounting of 

each platform and the number, area of operation, mission description, and times for mission execution. This 

information should be included as part of the J-Staff's next Battle Update Briefing.

4536 8:30 Crisis Incident Stress 

Management E-mail White Cell (Task Force)

8

~(National Guard) Family Care Issues, 

CISM

Commanding Officers for several units under (Task Force) are reporting soldiers and airmen demonstrating 

signs of distress, depression, and malaise. Many of these Guardsmen appear exhausted from multiple shifts 

and are having difficulty coping with both the high number of casualties and the likelihood the State will require 

years before a full recovery. Unit commanders are requesting the (Task Force) identify counselors or other 

resources to assist Guardsmen with crisis incident stress management.

4546 9:00

Request for Assistance 

with Contaminated 

Remains

Formal 

Request White Cell (Task Force) 9, 10

~((National Guard) may not support 

mission; CERFPs are prohibited by 

doctrine from extracting contaminated 

remains.

(State) DEM Requests (National Guard) resources to extract contaminated remains from a warehouse that 

collapsed in the earthquake. (##) warehouse workers are believed to be trapped and deceased at this time. 

The warehouse contained several hazardous chemicals that are believed to be dispersed throughout the 

collapsed portions of the building. 

4556 9:00 Questions About Guard 

Support Phone White Cell (Task Force)

5 ~Public Affairs Planning Activities

~Protection of Sensitive Information (J2)

A reporter from the (Newspaper) has contacted the (National Guard) Joint Force Headquarters. The reporter 

indicates that he has received notification that (State) is supporting the (State) with National Guard personnel 

and other resources. The paper would like further information about what kinds of personnel and equipment 

(State) has sent to help (State), what kinds of missions the (State) Guard is performing, where they are 

operating, and how long they can be expected to remain in (State) assisting with earthquake relief efforts. 

4566 9:30 Additional Vehicles 

Requested Phone White Cell (Task Force)

1 ~Logistics Analysis

Mission support and maintenance units under TFHR are reporting a need for additional equipment to execute 

emergency response missions. The units specifically have requested another (##) high mobility multiple 

purpose vehicles. The units also need an additional (#) 5-ton trucks and (#) HEMTT heavy-cargo trucks. 

These vehicles are needed within the next (##) hours. 

4576 10:00 Damage to (Military 

vehicle) Phone White Cell (Task Force)

1 ~Logistics Analysis

~CCIR Identification

During one of the recent earthquake aftershocks, a forklift being used to offload food, water, and emergency 

supplies accidentally struck a (Military vehicle) belonging to the (Military Unit). The (Vehicle) sustained 

minor damage in the form of twin punctures to the aircraft fuselage. Maintenance personnel with the (Military 

Unit) estimate that repairs will require between (##) hours before the aircraft can return to service.

4586 10:30 Tourists approach 

Guard Units for help. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~Drives (National Guard) State interaction

A (National Guard) unit supporting security operations in (City) has been approached by a tour bus with 

victims seeking assistance. Approximately (##) elderly individuals, most with homes in (City), are unable to 

return home due to road outages and airport cancellations. Many of these individuals are dehydrated and have 

medical needs and long-term health requirements that require care. They are asking the unit whether the 

Guard can provide them with transportation to (City) where they can secure final means for reaching their 

homes in (State).

4596 11:00

Concerned citizens 

contact (National Guard) 

JOC.

E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 15

~Drives Information Protection SOP 

Review

~Drives Review of Civilian Interaction 

SOP

Several concerned citizens in the (City), (State), area have contacted the (National Guard) Joint Force 

Headquarters. It is unclear how these individuals obtained the JOC's number, but some claim to have heard 

the number on the radio. The (City) residents are reporting on a variety of personal issues that include reports 

of suspicious activity in their neighborhoods, looting, vandalism, inability to locate family members, need for 

medical assistance, and requests for assistance in leaving the State for family members outside (State). Most 

of the callers are cooperative, but the number of inquiries is beginning to limit the ability of the JOC to perform 

its necessary missions. 

4606 12:00

EVENT: Aerial 

Reconnaissance of 

(Dams)

~ Inject 432~ 1, 5

Resource Request:

~(Jurisdiction) (Date) RFA Dam 

Inspection

Aerial reconnaissance occurs. Information is fed into (Jurisdiction) EOC as part of BOR TTX.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

4616 12:00

Media Interview Request 

with (National Guard) 

Leadership

Phone White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~Public Affairs Planning Activities

(TV Station) in (City) has contacted the (National Guard) Joint Force Headquarters. A news anchor is 

requesting an opportunity to interview the TAG or a senior National Guard representative on the (Time) news 

hour. The station is interested in discussing how many (State) Guardsmen are supporting emergency 

response efforts, what units are involved, and what types of missions the (National Guard) is performing. The 

station is highly supportive of the Guard's missions and is willing to provide the TAG/senior leadership with an 

opportunity to distribute a clear public message. (TV Station) is prepared to prerecord the segment and will 

dispatch a news team to the National Guard Joint Force Headquarters if required.

4626 12:10 Request for Chemical 

Protection Phone White Cell (Task Force) 10

~Logistics Analysis

~Drives Force Protection Review

~Drives HazMat Evaluation

Based on the apparent threat of chemical releases in areas of operation, security units under (Task Force) are 

requesting protective masks and equipment to safeguard soldiers from HazMat exposure. Commanding 

Officers for security units under the (Military Unit) have specifically requested (##) JSLIST suits and (##) 

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)-approved gas masks/respirators. These 

resources should be transferred and distributed to appropriate units within the next (##) hours.

4636 12:20 Urban Search and 

Rescue (County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 9, 10 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

(County) EOC requests assistance performing multiple urban search and rescue missions at potential 

HazMat locations within the county. Response operations at numerous business and accident locations are 

exhausting the county's HazMat ability to provide timely assistance at reported locations. Many of the facility 

structures are reported collapsed. Several vehicles transporting unknown industrial chemicals, ruptured gas 

lines, toxic industrial chemical and oil releases, and fires are reported. The county asks that a CST team and 

USAR team be deployed to (Jurisdiction Fire Department) for coordination with emergency response officials. 

The county estimates the teams will be required for no less than (##) days. For additional details, the State is 

asked to contact (Point of Contact) with the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at(###-###-####).

4646 12:30 Medical Support 

(County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)

8 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

The (Hospital) has suffered power outages and flooding due to pipe damage from the earthquake. The County 

EOC requests medical support for the injured coming into the hospital and movement of (##) patients to other 

State medical care facilities not damaged in the earthquake. Please contact (Point of Contact) at (Jurisdiction 

Fire Department, (###-###-####).

4656 12:45 Environmental Cleanup 

(County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 10 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

The (County) EOC requests assistance with an environmental cleanup of the (Wastewater Treatment) facility 

and (Wastewater Treatment) facility, both suffered severe damage during the earthquake. The facilities serve 

the (Jurisdiction) service area the (Cities). Both facilities suffered extensive damage from the recent 

earthquake and is spilling toxic chemicals into surrounding areas. The county asks that a HazMat team be 

sent to (City) to provide assistance with environmental containment efforts at this location and security forces 

to establish and maintain a safety perimeter around the affected HazMat area. For additional details, the state 

is asked to contact (Point of Contact), (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-###-####).

4666 13:00 Non-English Speaking 

Victims E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 15

~(National Guard)/State Interaction

~Logistics Analysis

Units in the (Military Unit) have been approached by a large number of individuals who do not speak English. 

As many as (##) foreign citizens, many with (Foreign Country) passports have approached a traffic control 

point operated by the (Military Unit). The foreign citizens were apparently attending a (Conference/Event) 

hosted at hotels in the (Jurisdiction) area. More than (##) of these individuals appear to have suffered minor to 

moderate injuries following the earthquake and aftershocks. The (Military Unit) is requesting assistance 

either from the JFHQ or from (State) DEM to provide translation services for these individuals so that proper 

care may be provided.

4676 13:30 Media Requests for 

Sensitive Information E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~Public Affairs Planning Activities~Protection of Sensitive Information (J2)

The JOC has received multiple requests for sensitive information from print, radio, and television media 

outlets. The news sources are inquiring about the current deployment of (National Guard) along with other 

supporting State Guard units, as well as the status and composition of these National Guard units. Given the 

nature of these questions, the TAG has asked all J-Staff sections to identify appropriate means for protecting 

operations security (OPSEC) and to brief staff sections on this requirement at the next Battle Update Briefing.

4686 14:00 Status of (Highway) Phone White Cell (Task Force)1

~Drives COP Development

~Drives (National Guard) Army/Air 

Coordination

Units operating between (City) and (City) continue to receive mixed reports on the status of road conditions 

and overpasses along (Highway). Personnel are concerned that recent aftershocks have inflicted additional 

damage to the road and, as such, are making it difficult for units to identify safe routes of transit. Units under (Task Force) request the State provide an overflight of the highway between these two cities to verify what 

areas may be impassible at this time.

4696 14:30

Deployed (National 

Guard) personnel 

request information.

E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 15

~Situational Awareness ~(National Guard) Family Care Issues, 

CISM

The JOC has received requests for information from soldiers and airmen in the (Military Unit) currently 

deployed in (Foreign Country). The Guardsmen are concerned about the status of their loved ones, many of 

whom live in areas affected by the recent earthquake. The soldiers and airmen have requested the JOC 

identify the status of their families and where injuries may be involved, request temporary leave of absences to 

provide family care.

4706 15:00 Citizens attack National 

Guard TCP. E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 13

~CCIR Identification

~Drives Force Protection Review

~Re-evaluation of RUF Protocols for 

(National Guard)

The Commanding Officer of the (Military Unit) supporting the (Quick Response Force) reports an altercation 

between Guardsmen and (State) citizens. At approximately (Time), a vehicle with (#) civilians approached a 

traffic control point operated by the unit. The civilians were attempting to enter a restricted area that has been 

closed by city and county law enforcement. The civilians became increasingly agitated and finally attacked 

Guardsmen at the checkpoint. (#) civilians sustained cuts and abrasions. (#) Guardsman at the checkpoint 

sustained minor lacerations and require medical care. The (Military Unit) has contacted local law 

enforcement and is holding the individuals until the assailants can be taken into custody. The TCP 

Commanding Officer is concerned about remarks made by the civilians, that they would report the incident to 

local media outlets.

4716 15:15 Earthquake Effects on 

Guard Readiness E-mail White Cell (Task Force)

5 ~Logistics Analysis

The (State) TAG has requested the JFHQ staff identify the effects of the earthquake on current personnel 

strength. The JFHQ is instructed to provide a complete accounting of Army/Air available personnel, along 

with any killed or injured Guardsmen. The JFHQ should also identify how many Guard personnel are 

supporting emergency response efforts as civilians (e.g. fire, EMS, law enforcement) and what effects this will 

have on current force levels. This information should be included as part of the J-Staff's next Battle Update 

Briefing.

(4726 15:30

Request for Additional 

Hand-washing Stations, 

Portalets

Phone White Cell (Task Force)7 ~Logistics Analysis

Units supporting (Task Force) under (Task Force) have requested sanitation resources to support 

operations. Logisticians specifically request the transfer of (#) portalets and (#) hand-washing stations to 

locations supporting the (Military Support Units). These resources are needed within (##) hours, and are 

required for the full duration of the earthquake response.

4736 15:45 Urban Search and 

Rescue (City)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 4, 9 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

The (City) EOC has requested the State identify resources to support urban search and rescue missions 

within its jurisdiction. Ongoing support efforts for the (Apartment and Residential Complexes) and responses 

to other residential calls in the are exhausting the ability of (Jurisdiction Fire Department) and EMS. Water 

main breaks have also hampered efforts to fight fires, which are spreading throughout the area. The county 

requests specifically both personnel and equipment to support fire and rescue operations for as many as (##) 

separate locations. Resources should expect to operate in the county for a minimum of (##) days and will be 

received at the (Delivery Location). For additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact) with 

the (Jurisdiction law enforcement agency) at (###-###-####).

4746 16:00 Questions about Guard 

Support Phone White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~Public Affairs Planning Activities~Protection of Sensitive Information (J2)

A reporter from the (Newspaper) has contacted the (National Guard) Joint Force Headquarters. The reporter 

indicates that he has received notification that (State) is supporting the (State) with National Guard personnel 

and other resources. The paper would like further information about what kinds of personnel and equipment 

(State) has sent to help (State), what kinds of missions the (State) Guard is performing, where they are 

operating, and how long they can be expected to remain in (State) assisting with earthquake relief efforts. 

475

6

~ Airport Repair, Traffic 

Control (County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)

1 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard

The (County) EOC requests resources from the State to support operations at the (Regional Airport) . Partial 

damage to runway (##/##) near the center of the runway makes the runway unusable. Runway (##/##) is 

severed in many places with extensive damage. Adjacent taxiways also were impacted by the quake; tower, 

terminals, and fueling facilities require repairs. Rapid runway repair capability and air traffic control capability 

are requested. Loss of the main runway is hampering efforts to bring in needed supplies. Fire suppression 

teams are also needed to contain a fuel-related blaze and contain fires spreading from the airport to 

surrounding areas. There has been a partial collapse of many of the adjacent buildings, and an unknown 

number of people are trapped. For additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact) with the 

(Jurisdiction Fire Department at (###-###-####).

4766 16:30 Debris Removal 

(County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)

1 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

Officials from the (County) EOC request assistance with emergency repairs and debris removal along the 

(Highway). (Highway) is one of (##) main routes to (Jurisdiction) and (##) have suffered damage from 

landslides. The county requires rubble removal capability and road and possibly bridge repair capability. For 

additional details, the state is asked to contact (Point of Contact) with the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at 

(###-###-####).

4776 16:30 Questions About Guard 

Support Phone White Cell (Task Force) 15 ~Public Affairs Planning Activities~Protection of Sensitive Information (J2)

A reporter from the (Newspaper) has contacted the (National Guard) Joint Force Headquarters. The reporter 

indicates that he has received notification that (State) is supporting the State of (State) with National Guard 

personnel and other resources. The paper would like further information about what kinds of personnel and 

equipment (State) has sent to help (State), what kinds of missions the (State) Guard is performing, where they 

are operating, and how long they can be expected to remain in (State) assisting with earthquake relief efforts. 

4786 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

4797 6:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action / inject required

DCCs should observe NUB Shift change brief is completed.

4807 8:00 (State) DEM SitRep White Cell (Task Force)5 (Task Force) receives SitRep from (State) DEM

4817 8:00 EVENT: Field Hospital 

Returns to (City)

~ Inject 449, 450 (Task Force) 1, 8 (Military

Unit) transports facility from (City) to (City). (MilitaryUnit) provides forklift capability.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

4827 8:00 (Task Force) Standdown Phone/Email White Cell (Task Force)5

Battle handoff activities should be ongoing 

throughout the day. C2 clarity should be 

tested with follow-on calls from 

subordinate units

(Task Force) will be stood down as of (Time and Date). All J-Codes are directed to transfer information, 

status, and authority to (Task Force). Battle handoff should occur throughout the day so that (Task Force) 

assumes command and control of all remaining forces.

4837 8:15 National Guard Fuel 

Shortages E-mail White Cell (Task Force)

7 ~Logistics Analysis

Several (National Guard) units are reporting fuel shortages for vehicles and equipment. Logistics officers 

with the (Military Unit) and the (Military Unit) report civilian fuel sources are largely unavailable due to 

infrastructure damage and (State) residents quickly exhausting fuel from functioning service stations. 

Damage to transportation infrastructure is also forcing units to take indirect, longer routes between 

destinations, further draining fuel supplies. Both units estimate current missions and operations tempo 

necessitates an additional (##) gallons of fuel for the next (##) days. Without additional fuel, units may need to 

identify creative solutions to current DSCA operations or curtail their activities.

4847 8:30

Animal Transport and 

Veterinary Support (City) 

County

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 7, 11 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard

A county animal shelter and veterinary hospital has requested assistance caring for several dozen injured 

animals whose owners cannot be reached. Many displaced animals have been gathered up and require 

transport to the shelter location. The county lacks the resources to support this operation and asks the State to 

identify transport capability and one or more veterinarians to provide continued care. The shelter is located at 

(Park) (Address) (City), (State). For additional details, the State is asked to contact (Point of Contact) with the 

(Jurisdiction Police Department) at (###-###-####).

4857 8:40 Armory has sustained 

damage. Phone White Cell (Task Force)

5 ~Drives COP Development

~CCIR Identification

Personnel from the (Armory) in (City), (State), are reporting significant damage to the facility and adjacent 

areas. Several portions of the armory, including the facility's reception area, are inoperable due to falling 

debris and structural damage. Several trees in the vicinity of the armory were uprooted, damaging the 

personal vehicles of five (State) Guardsmen. No injuries are reported at this time. Power, utilities, and 

landline phones at the armory are offline. Personnel are working to clear debris and restore services at this 

location

4867 9:00 EVENT: (National 

Guard) Brief Tasking

~ Inject 433 (Task Force)5

~J3 Readiness/Operations

~ESF LNO

~J4 Planning

~J5 Future Plans

~JIEE Use

~Will improve DSCA processes and 

familiarize civilians with NG practices

~Will result in a "(National Guard)" Brief 

that can be used in real-world operations

Briefing occurs as directed.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The brief is to occur at (Time and Date) in the (Location). Audience will include (State) DEM and county 

emergency managers.

4877 10:00 Guardsman delivers 

baby. Phone White Cell (Task Force)

8 ~Public Affairs Highlighted Event

A (National Guardsman) supporting medical and evacuation efforts in earthquake affected areas successfully 

delivered the child of an earthquake victim earlier this morning. (Rank, Name) performed the emergency 

delivery when an earthquake victim went into premature labor during an aftershock. (County) first responders, 

already stretched thin by multiple emergency response efforts, were unable to arrive in time. (Name), a 

resident nurse at the (Hospital) in (City) completed the procedure with the assistance of (Rank Name) and 

(Rank Name). The child, a healthy (##) pound baby girl, and her mother have been transferred to a (Hospital) 

for continued monitoring and care. The mother, (Name) and her new child (Name), are residents of (City).

4887 10:15 Area Security (City) 

AC#2

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

The Area Command from the (Elementary School) (Address) in (City) requests an increased security 

presence for the county. Personnel capable of manning (##) 24-hour checkpoints and supporting roving 

patrols throughout the area are badly needed to augment local law enforcement and limit illicit behavior such 

as looting and vandalism. These resources need to be made available within the next 24-hours, and should be 

prepared to operate in the county for a minimum of (##) days. Please contact (Point of Contact), the IC for 

Area Command (##) for more information at (###-###-####).

4897 10:15 Prison Security (City) E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

Officials with the (State Prison) at (Address) (City) report outbreaks of violence at their location. Several of 

the cell blocks have collapsed trapping prisoners and guards in the rubble and the out wall of the facility has 

been breached in three locations. Guards not impacted by the aftershock have managed to secure the outer 

wall breaches but prisoners are beginning to riot and threaten to breach the outer walls of the facility. The 

county asks the state to provide resources to support security operations at the correctional facility. These 

resources should be capable of supporting law enforcement duties as needed. Security personnel will need to 

be in place no fewer than (##) days. For additional details, the state is asked to contact (Name) with the (State 

Prison) at (###-###-###). 

4907 10:40 Aerial Reconnaissance - 

(County) AC#4

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 1, 7 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

The Area Command at (High School) (Address), in (County) requests that the county and State identify 

resources to support aerial reconnaissance of several critical infrastructure areas. Reports of damage to 

overpasses along (Interstate) and major (Direction) (Streets) need to be verified. Numerous accidents are 

also reported along these main corridors. Confirmation of damage and verifying the extent of earthquake 

effects will greatly facilitate the Area Command's response efforts. The Area Command also requests aerial 

reconnaissance of the entire (City) and (City) areas. For additional information, please contact (Point of 

Contact) the IC for Area Command (##) at (###-###-####).

4917 11:30 Armory threatened by 

area fires. Phone White Cell (Task Force)

4 ~Drives Force Protection Review

~Drives COP Development

Personnel supporting the (National Guard) Armory are reporting several fires burning in fields and areas 

approximately (Measured Distance) (Direction) of the armory's location. Fires are believed to have spread to 

several buildings and may present a threat to the armory. (County) first responders are onscene conducting 

fire suppression operations. The armory will continue to monitor the status of these fires and report any 

changes to the JOC

4927 12:00 ROE and RUF 

Development E-mail White Cell (Task Force)

5 ~Drives Force Protection Review

Following discussions with the (State) DEM and the Governor, the TAG requests the Judge Advocate review 

standing policies regarding Rules on the Use of Force and identify any appropriate changes given the current 

emergency response efforts. The TAG is specifically interested in clarifying how soldiers and airmen will 

respond to incidents of perceived illicit activity (e.g. vandalism, theft). The TAG also wants to identify and 

approve arming orders for all National Guard personnel supporting security missions within the State. This 

information will be made available to the TAG's office as soon as possible and included within the next JOC 

Battle Update Briefing.

4937 12:30 NGB JOC offers 

assistance. Phone White Cell (Task Force)

5

~NGB JOC / (National Guard) JOC 

Interaction

~Notional Deployment of NGB JET

A representative from the NGB JOC has made contact with the (State) National Guard JOC. The NGB JOC 

is offering its assistance, including possible deployment of a Joint Enabling Team (JET) to assist (National 

Guard) JOC operations. The NGB JOC also is requesting the latest available SitRep from (National 

Guard) JOC.

4947 13:00 FPCON for (National 

Guard) Personnel E-mail White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Drives Force Protection Review

Based on discussions with the (State) DEM and the Governor, the TAG expects the National Guard to receive 

multiple security missions. As a result, the TAG requests the JFHQ and the Judge Advocate evaluate 

reasonable changes to Force Protection Conditions for units operating in (State) as well as facilities (e.g. 

armories) in affected counties. An updated review of the (National Guard) Force Protection Conditions should 

be provided to the TAG's office as soon as possible and included in the next Joint Force Headquarters Battle 

Update Briefing.

4957 13:15 Animal Recovery 

(Jurisdiction) 

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 7, 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

The Incident Commander at Area Command (##) in the (City) area reports that numerous large animals 

appear to have escaped from the (Zoo). These animals are potentially dangerous to the citizens near (City) 

and will need to be recovered. The Area Command requests the county and State identify personnel to set up a 

security perimeter and provide qualified large animal veterinarians to support search, retrieval, and recovery of 

these zoo animals. For further information, please contact (Name) in Area Command (##) at (###-###-####).

4967 13:30 Debris Removal (City) E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 1, 3 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

The Area Commander for the (City) area reports that numerous primary and secondary streets are filled with 

large quantities of debris. Damaged vehicles, fallen trees, collapsed power lines, and damaged buildings are 

making navigation of city streets challenging for emergency responders. The Area Commander requests that 

the county identify public works resources to support removal of debris in the city's interior. Initial focus should 

be on (Interstate), (Highway), and (Street) as well as main roads running east/west and north/south off of 

these major thoroughfares. Operations are already underway by available public works personnel but are 

expected to require many weeks before effectively complete. Please contact (Point of Contact) with Area 

Command (##) for more information and details at (###-###-####).

4977 14:00 Evacuation Support 

(County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 3, 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard

(County) EOC requests transportation, traffic control, and security support for an evacuation of the low-lying 

areas along the (River). The (Name) and (Name) Dams have both suffered additional damage to their flood 

control gates during a severe aftershock and could possibly fail. Several of the gates have partially failed and 

water is flowing freely from both reservoirs and is flooding areas southeast of both reservoirs toward (City). 

The county needs vehicle and air transport capabilities. The county is also requesting engineer capabilities to 

assist the county with shoring or repairing the threatened part of the dam structure. Contact (Point of Contact) 

with the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at(###-###-####).

4987 Guard Unit involved in 

armed altercation. Phone White Cell (Task Force) 13 ~Drives Force Protection Review~CCIR Identification

A National Guard unit supporting a security mission in the (City), (State), area has had an armed altercation 

with unknown civilians. During an evening patrol, soldiers from the (Military Unit) approached several 

suspicious individuals congregating near a closed commercial supermarket. Upon approach, the suspects 

fired several rounds at the Guardsmen, at least (##) shots striking a (Military vehicle). The patrol responded 

with several warning shots from their rifles and the vehicle's mounted 50 cal. The suspects immediately 

dispersed with no reported injuries on either side. The Guard unit immediately reported the incident to county 

law enforcement. An inspection of the area identified a van filled with electronics equipment, weapons, and 

other merchandise believed to be stolen

4997 15:00

Communications 

Augmentation (Multiple 

Counties)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)

2 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

County managers from (Counties) request communications augmentation to assist with response efforts. 

Infrastructure to cell towers and landlines in the southern region has restricted communication to satellite 

phones, hand-held radio systems, and amateur radio systems. Incident Commanders are using these limited 

number of systems to conduct response efforts. Affected and concerned family members overwhelm the 

remaining cell phone communications architecture in the affected areas, making it totally unreliable for 

response efforts. These counties are requesting National Guard communication support to augment limited 

existing capabilities. Contact affected county EOC managers for further details. 

5007 15:30

Water Purification 

Assets (Multiple 

Counties)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)

7 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

County managers from (Counties) request water purification capabilities due to numerous water main breaks 

and damage to the sewage system in affected counties. Initial estimates are that water purification assets must 

support (##) locations in each county and operate for no less than (##) days; it is anticipated that these 

operations will support approximately (##) people throughout the affected counties. Contact affected county 

EOC managers for further details. 
501

7 18:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action/inject is required.

DCCs should observe NUB. Shift change brief is completed.

5028 6:00 EVENT: (State) Update 

Brief SOPs (Task Force)

5 No White Cell action / inject required

DCCs should observe NUB Shift change brief completed.

5038 8:00 (State) DEM SitRep E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)5 (Task Force) receives SitRep from (State) DEM.

5048 8:00

Request for 

(Ammunition type and 

quantity)

Phone White Cell (Task Force)7 ~Logistics Analysis

~Drives Force Protection Review

Units have requested the acquisition and distribution of ammunition to troops supporting security missions for 

several (State) counties. The (Military Unit) specifically has asked for the following quantities: (Ammunition 

type and quantity). As Guard forces are actively supporting security missions, these resources are needed as 

soon as possible (preferably within the next [##] hours).

5058 8:15 Urban Search and 

Rescue (County)

E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force) 10, 13 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking guard

The county has confirmed media reports of a multicar train derailment within the (City) limits. Following the 

earthquake, the (Overpass) collapsed at (GPS Coordinates). An approaching (##) car freight train was 

unable to brake and crashed into the rubble derailing the train and causing a majority of cars to overturn. 

Several cars carrying TICs (to include chlorine, toxic medical waste, and several yet to be determined 

materials) were ruptured during the crash . The county needs assistance in securing the area, identifying the 

TICs, clearing the wreckage, and restoring the rail line to service. contact (Point of Contact) (Jurisdiction 

Fire Department) at (###-###-####).

5068 8:30

Request for 

(Ammunition type and 

quantity)

Phone White Cell (Task Force)7 ~Logistics Analysis

~Drives Force Protection Review

Units have requested the acquisition and distribution of ammunition to troops supporting security missions for 

several (State) counties. The (Military Unit) specifically has asked for the following quantities: (Ammunition 

type and quantity). As Guard forces are actively supporting security missions, these resources are needed as 

soon as possible (preferably within the next [##] hours).

5078 9:00 Wet Weather Gear Phone White Cell (Task Force)7 ~Logistics Analysis

~Drives Force Protection Review

J-2 is reporting a weather system that is likely to bring in unseasonable amounts of rain. This may result in 

substantial flooding throughout the region. Units are concerned that they have insufficient wet weather gear to 

withstand the weather pattern and potential flooding. They are requesting wet weather gear be provided 

through (Task Force) in the next (##) hours.

5088 9:00 Request for Class I 

MREs Phone White Cell (Task Force)

7 ~Logistics Analysis

Units supporting (Task Force) are reporting a shortfall in Class I MREs. The (Military Unit) requests the 

JTF identify an additional (##) MREs to augment existing supplies. These resources are needed within the 

next (##) hours.

5098 9:30 Accident Involving 

(Military vehicle) Phone White Cell (Task Force)

5

A National Guard Unit deployed in (City) reports that an accident occurred while they were traveling south on 

(Interstate). A (Military vehicle) rear-ended a Chevy Corsica, whose driver subsequently lost control of the 

vehicle. (##) civilians were taken to the hospital. Witnesses have stated that the (Military vehicle) was driven 

recklessly and undoubtedly caused the accident.

5108 9:45 Air Traffic Control (City) E-mail or InPerson White Cell (Task Force)1 ~Accompanying RFA has mission 

specifics for tasking National Guard.

Officials with the (Airport) (Navigational latitude and longitude) and (County) EOC request the State's 

assistance with air traffic control. While repairs to the airport are proceeding rapidly and service and (##) feet 

of the (##)-foot runway remains operational, the tower at the airport has suffered damage and is nonfunctional 

at this time. The airport requests assistance directing inbound and outbound emergency flights bringing in 

needed supplies. The airport and county EOC have also requested any available State assistance in restoring 

the runway and services at the airport. For further information, the State is asked to contact (Name) with the (Jurisdiction Fire Department) at (###-###-####).

5118 10:00

TAG Request for 

Supporting State 

Numbers

E-mail White Cell (Task Force)5 ~J-1

The (State) TAG has requested the JFHQ staff provide a detailed accounting of National Guard support from 

other States. This information should be included as part of the J-Staff's next Battle Update Briefing. The 

TAG specifically asks the JFHQ to identify unit types, numbers, and locations.

5128 10:30 Speeding Ticket E-mail White Cell (Task Force)5

A unit deployed to provide security for (City) reports that one of their soldiers has received a speeding ticket 

while operating a military vehicle. The unit is unclear about who is responsible for paying the ticket since he 

was on government orders

5138 23 00 ENDEX E d f i
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE SEND FROM (Simulated) INJECTED BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTIONS NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION DISCIPLINES

2797 1 10:01 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area) 

(Field Division) (Area 

Control Centers)

3

Activate emergency action plan (EAP)/close check gates at (Canal 

Name) Canal to isolate the failure point. Send someone to 

investigate.

Strong ground motion increases pressure in (Location 

Name) Pipeline, which results in catastrophic failure 

(explosion) of (Location Name) Pipeline near (Canal 

Name) Canal ((Highway # or road name) crossing).

FS: Fire Service LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency PW: Public 

Works PSC: Public Safety Communications

6197 1 10:01 E-mail SimCell Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

Controller

Federal Emergency 

Management Agency 

(FEMA) Region (#) 

(Regional Response 

Coordination Center) 

(RRCC) Watch

1

Controllers attempt to duck/cover/hold while providing additional 

control instructions (if able) to include but not limited to: holding 

aircraft in positions on the ground, go-around instructions to 

aircraft on final approach, and sending aircraft into holding 

patterns. Also, (Air Traffic Control (ATC)) facilities should 

immediately go to generator power (if able).

ATC facilities issue immediate simulcast announcements 

"Attention all aircraft, we are experiencing a major 

earthquake."

6438 1 10:04 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 1

If able these facilities will broadcast evacuation notification to 

respective (Traffic Control (TRACON)/(Air Route Traffic Control 

Centers (ARTCC)) facilities, (Regional Operation Center 

(ROC)), and others.

(Federal Aviation Administrating (FAA)) (Air Traffic 

Control (ATC) Towers (Name of Airport {Airport Code}), 

(Name of Airport {Airport Code}), (Name of Airport 

{Airport Code}), and (Continue to list all airports in the 

area that would be affected) are being evacuated due to 

broken windows, collapsed ceilings, falling equipment, and 

other unsafe work conditions.

1032 1 10:04 Multimedia Phone (Name) State Warning 

Center (State Warning Center) Controller (State Warning Center) Duty Officer 5 State Warning Center reports to (appropriate) Duty Officer. (Duty 

Officer) starts appropriate actions.

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reports a magnitude (#.#) 

earthquake along the (Name of Fault) Fault from the 

vicinity of the (earthquake epicenter location) generally 

(direction/north/south/east/west) along a line to (Name of 

location). Nucleation lasted (##) seconds. No immediate 

damage reports.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

7593 1 10:05 E-mail SimCell (Appropriate subject matter expert (SME)) All Participants 5

~State emergency personnel travel to the (State) (Name) 

Emergency Operations Center (Location). ~Personnel prepared 

for exercise play as of (Time). JOC staff advises (Joint Staff 

Operations (J3)) within (#) minutes. J3 notifies senior leadership 

within (#) minutes and immediately instructs notification of National 

Guard Bureau (Joint Operations Center (JOC).

The USGS has detected a significant earthquake in the 

State of (Name of State). The earthquake registered at 

(Time) a.m., (Month Day, Year). Preliminary estimates 

suggest a strength of (#.#) on the Richter Scale, with an 

epicenter (Direction) of (Major City). The earthquake was 

centered the (Direction) section of the (Name of Fault) 

Fault line at (Site Location), (Direction) of the (Epicenter 

site). The magnitude and location of the earthquake may be 

revised as additional information becomes available.

GA: Governmental Administrative

6986 1 10:05 Other (Name) State Warning 

Center

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center (SOC) Controller

(Name of State) State 

Agencies 5 State agencies will begin to activate their emergency procedures 

and prepare to respond.

(Name) State Warning Center notifies State Agencies of 

#.# major earthquake in (location of earthquake). Be 

prepared to activate Department Disaster Operational 

Centers and respond to State Operational Center when 

called

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

6415 1 10:05 Multimedia Phone

(Name of State 

Emergency 

Organization) Director

(Name of State Emergency Organization) (the 

State Office of Risk Insurance Management)

(Name of State) 

Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) Director

5 Stand up Disaster Operational Center, begin assessments.

(Name of State Emergency Organization) Director notifies 

(Name of State Emergency Organization) EOC Director to 

activate Disaster Operational Center to level three, activate 

Emergency Response teams, and begin assessments.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

4490 1 10:05 Other

(Name of State's 

Regional Communication 

Center) 

(SME) Controller (Applicable State 

Agency) 2

(Name of State's regional Communication Center) calls 

(Applicable State Agency) HQ on satellite phone. Phone rings, 

and line is kept open for continuing conversations with (Name of 

State's regional Communication Center).

(Name of State's regional Communication Center) advises 

(Applicable State Agency) HQ of major earthquake, loss of 

power and transmission capability. (Name of State's 

regional Communication Center) will be implementing 

emergency backup systems.

LE: Law Enforcement PW: Public Works GA: 

Governmental Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

4859 1 10:05 Multimedia Phone

(Name of State's 

Regional Communication 

Center)

(SME) Controller (State Agency) 

Headquarters (HQ) 2

Notify HQ of reduced services. (Name of State) (Law Enforcement 

Telecommunication System) not available. Phone communications 

limited to satellite phone. Implement (Regional Communication 

Center) (Continuity Plan) as needed. (May decide to Request (an 

appropriate State Agency Communication) van from (State 

Agency)?)

Commercial telephones fail at the same time as the power. 

Hardlines are no longer available.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

4892 1 10:05 Other

(Name of State) 

Department of Water 

Resources

(Name of State) (State Agency for Water 

Resources) Controller

(Name of State) (State 

Agency for Water 

Resources) Earthquake 

Engineering Section

3 Notify Point of Contact (POC) et al.

Magnitude (#.#) earthquake, epicenter at (Location of 

epicenter), occurred at (Time) (Appropriate Time zone 

designation), send out notifications.

FS: Fire Service LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications PH: Public 

Health

6308 1 10:05 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 1

Initial airport damage information filters in. (Inject inserted 

by FEMA (FEMA Region (#)) on behalf of (Transportation 

Security Administration (TSA)) TSOC (Transportation 

Security Administration National Operations Center) 

receives notification from various (Area) airports.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

5658 1 10:05 Hand-delivered Media FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 5

FEMA (FEMA Region #) Watch Center receives 

notification from media, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), 

State Operations Center, and/or ((Name of Region) 

Regional Coordination Center), etc... Multiple notifications 

are likely from various sources in no specific order

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

3093 1 10:05 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Telecommunications) 

(State Office of Emergency Services) 

(Appropriate Region)

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Appropriate Region) 

(Regional) EOC

2 Begin amateur radio (Ham) communications. Ham radio operators are calling in on specified 

frequencies. PSC: Public Safety Communications

6513 1 10:06 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1

If able, notifications are made and control instructions issued to 

aircraft. Airspace assumed by (Municipality/Regional Name) (Air 

Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC)).

(Area) (Air Traffic Control Station) and (Area) (Air Traffic 

Control Station) are evacuating due to structural damage.

6530 1 10:06 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1

All impacted airports (airports that experienced any shaking from 

minor to severe) will immediately suspend operations and/or close 

the airport to conduct required inspections of the movement area 

(essentially all areas where aircraft/vehicles must be in contact 

with (Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT)) if able. Due to the severity 

of the earthquake, many airports will not readily be able to conduct 

these inspections.

All impacted airports covered by (Code of Federal 

Regulations (CFR)) Title 14, Part 139 will conduct and 

document required inspections with qualified airport 

personnel (this does not include Transportation Security 

Administration personnel).

6518 1 10:07 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1

(Major area airport) (Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC)) 

are working with (Air Traffic Control System Command Center 

(ATCSCC)) to hold aircraft and prioritize/divert aircraft.

(Area) (Air Traffic Control Station) and (Area) (Air Traffic 

Control Station) are ATC (level) and are evacuating due to 

structural damage.

6511 1 10:09 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1

(List of All Appropriate Airport) (Air Traffic Control (ATC)) 

facilities (if able) work with (Air Traffic Control System Command 

Center (ATCSCC)) for traffic management initiatives (e.g., 

tactical rerouting, etc.).

(Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC)) 

initiates a ground stop for all aircraft destined to the 

impacted airports and possibly to airports that will be 

supporting high volumes of diverts (to include but not 

limited to: (List all appropriate airports for diverting 

aircraft)).

2133 1 10:10 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services 

(OES)) (Appropriate) 

Duty Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services (OES)) 

State Operations Center (SOC) Controller

(Name of State) State 

Agencies 5

State Operations Center to activate at (Time) a.m. and identify 

State Operations Center Director, State Agencies and State 

Operations Center staff.

Executive Duty Officer requests (State Office of 

Emergency Services) Director to activate State Operations 

Center (SOC) and have (State Warning Center) notify 

State Agencies and appropriate staff.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

4304 1 10:10 Multimedia Phone Media (Name of State) (Environmental Protection 

Agency (EPA)) Controller

(Name of State) EPA 

EOC Director 10

(Name of Appropriate Person) calls (Name of Appropriate 

Person), Assistant Secretary and briefs on media reports. (Name 

of Second Person) calls all (Name of State's Emergency 

Management System) (Name of State or area major water areas) 

representatives and activates (Name of State) Environmental 

Protection Agency (EPA) EOC.

Multiple media report on a major earthquake occurring in 

(State). (State) EPA activates the EOC at State Emergency 

Management System Level (#) within (#) hour(s) of 

notification.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

4492 1 10:10 Hand-delivered Major State Agency (Major State Agency) Controller (Major State Agency) HQ 5 (Operations Center) is activated per Continuity of Government 

Plan (COG) and (Operational Center) Director is identified.

Deputy Director asks (Name) Division Chief to activate the 

(Operations Center), prepare an (Incident Action Plan 

(IAP)), and prepare (Time) briefing for (Major Agency) 

Director

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

7594 1 10:10 Other SimCell (State National Guard) Controller (State National Guard) 

JOC 5

JOC initiates (emergency preparedness) procedures. (State 

National Guard) (Joint Staff Strategic Plans and Policy 

Directorate (J5)) begins future planning of requirements for 

support. (State National Guard) (Joint Operations Center (JOC)) 

captures incident to provide (Concept of Operations Plan) to staff.

(State National Guard) receives automatic #.# magnitude 

earthquake notification via USGS system. GA: Governmental Administrative

2518 1 10:10 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(Agency) Controller

(Agency) Department 

Operations Center 

(DOC) Director

5

(Agency) staff are notified of an earthquake. (Agency) staff are told 

to prepare to activate (Operational Center) or (Operational 

Center) is activated.

USGS reports a magnitude (#.#) earthquake along the 

(direction) (Name of Fault) Fault from the vicinity of the 

(Epicenter of earthquake) generally (Direction) and 

(Direction) along a line to (City). Nucleation lasted (##) 

seconds. (Major cable TV News Channel) is reporting 

catastrophic damage around (Name or area of State)

2124 1 10:10 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(Agency) Controller (State Toxic Agent 

Department) Duty Officer 10

(Appropriate State Agency/Office) forms (Multiagency 

Coordination (MAC)) group for (Hazardous Materials (HazMat)) 

Assessment

(State Office of Emergency Services) notifies the (State 

Toxic Substance Agency) Duty Officer of the (#.#) 

earthquake

GA: Governmental Administrative

4143 1 10:10 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) Duty Officer

8

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) Duty Officer initiates 

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) phone tree to alert 

staff of earthquake. (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Duty Officer and (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

management conference call to determine staffing at (Disaster 

Operations Center), (Regional EOC), (State Operations 

Center(SOC)), (State Department of Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical Services Agency) (Joint Emergency 

Operations Center (JEOC)). (State Emergency Medical Services 

Agency) Duty Officer calls (State Emergency Medical Services 

Agency) staff to give reporting instructions. (State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

JEOC is opened and activated.

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) Duty Officer 

receives notification of earthquake in (State). EMS: Emergency Medical Services

7470 1 10:10 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller Other 5

Selected State Agency and FEMA representatives will report to the 

(State Operation Center (SOC)) at (State Office of Emergency 

Services) HQ.

(State Office of Emergency Services) State Warning 

Center is advised by SOC Director to request identified 

State Agency and FEMA representation to the SOC for 

activation

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

6520 1 10:12 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1

Coordination with adjourning (Air Route Traffic Control Centers 

(ARTCC)) and (Air Traffic Control System Command Center 

(ATCSCC)).

(Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC)) 

estimates (###) aircraft operating within impacted facilities 

airspace responsibilities and (###) aircraft enroute to 

impacted area from (List Countries and States). 

5390 1 10:14 Field Device (radio) (Regional 

Communication Center)

(The State's Department responsible for 

Hazardous Materials) Controller

(Department responsible 

for Hazardous Materials) 

HQ

10 Notification: look at Continuity Plans. (Regional Communications Center) loses cellular 

telephone abilities due to heavy volume of cell traffic.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

6524 1 10:14 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA (FEA Region #) 

RRCC Watch 1

Notification to (Payload Operations Center (POCC), (Air Traffic 

Control System Command Center (ATCSCC)), and (Regional 

Operations Center (ROC)).

(Name of nearby Airport) (Air Route Traffic Control 

Centers (ARTCC)) on generator power and some 

equipment/radios are out of service. Estimate (##) percent 

reduction in capabilities.

4911 1 10:15 Multimedia Phone Media Volunteer Controller (State) Volunteers 

Management Staff 15

Volunteer management staff call an impromptu meeting to discuss 

the possibility of activating the DOC, readying the public 

information officer (PIO) component, determining the information 

the Secretary might need, and determining the overall response 

capability of (State) Volunteers for this event.

This is an important announcement: There has been a 

major earthquake in (State) with many reports of damage 

over a widespread area. Emergency responders 

throughout (State) are responding to many reports of fires 

and collapsed buildings.

GA: Governmental Administrative

6409 1 10:15 Multimedia Phone

(State Department of 

Transportation) - 

(District #) 

(Transportation 

Movement Center) 

Support

(Transportation) Controller 

(Transportation) 

(Transportation 

Management Center 

(TMC)) Operations

1

Verify that (Transportation Management Center (TMC)) 

Operations Staff: Follow (Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)) 

for Major/Reportable Incidents; follow Standard Operating 

Procedures (SOP) for Earthquake Monitoring and Reporting 

Guidelines; recognize severity of incident and request activation of 

DOC to management.

A (Name) alert is received by the (Location) Transportation 

Management Center (TMC) via the (Emergency 

notification section) cell located in the TMC, indicating an 

earthquake exceeding the alert threshold of magnitude 

(#.#) or greater has occurred in the selected (Area) 

region.

PW: Public Works

3062 1 10:15 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State Corrections Department) Controller (State Corrections 

Department) 13 Begin activation procedures, alert, and notification. (State) has just experienced a second earthquake; USGS 

reports it was a magnitude (#.#) earthquake. LE: Law Enforcement

3063 1 10:15 Multimedia Phone Media (State Corrections Department) Controller (State Corrections 

Department) 13 Planning/Intelligence Section reacts.

(In lieu of canned news report) Local news reports 

extensive structural damage, widespread power outages, 

and broken water pipes across the greater (City/Incident 

Area Name) area.

LE: Law Enforcement

5365 1 10:15 Field Device (radio) (State Parks Department) 

(State Parks) HQ (State Parks Department) Controller (State Parks Department) 11

Only (Name) and (Name) Districts will respond. Use (State 

Emergency Management Report System) Situation Report 

(SitRep) format.

State Parks (Department Operational Center) Director 

requests status reports from Parks (Name and Name) in 

(Area of State).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications PH: Public Health

5659 1 10:15 Multimedia Phone FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 5

FEMA Region (#) Watch Center notifies Regional Administrator 

and initiates call-down and e-mail distribution of incident 

information.

FEMA Region (#) Watch Center Activates RRCC at Level 

(#). All emergency support functions (ESF) Agency and 

Defense Coordinating Element representatives are notified 

to report to the RRCC. Mission Assignments are issued 

as appropriate. Notify NRCC.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

5660 1 10:15 Hand-delivered Media FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 5

FEMA Region (#) Watch Center monitors televised news 

and receives additional reports from (List of Organizations 

FEMA Region would receive reports from) , SOC, and 

NRCC. Damage estimates are received from various 

sources including (Major News Network) and State 

Operations Center. Airports divert incoming aircraft.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

6509 1 10:20 E-mail (State Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State Department of Transportation) (State Department of Transportation) - HQ 1 Earthquake notification takes place and (State Department of Transportation) HQ initiates call-out and EOC activation process.

(State Department of Transportation) HQ Communications 

Center follows earthquake notification procedures. PW: Public Works

3069 1 10:20 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) - 

State Operations Center

(State Department of Corrections) Controller (State Department of 

Corrections) (DOC) 13 (State Department of Corrections) deploys agency representative to the State Operations Center if requested. The State Operations Center is currently activated. LE: Law Enforcement

3952 1 10:20 E-mail

(State Department of 

Public Health) 

(Emergency 

Preparedness Office) 

Duty Officer

(State Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller

(State Department of 

Public Health) 8 (Department EOC (DEOC)) is activated. Activate (Department) EOC and (Regional Health 

Coordination Centers). PH: Public Health

6582 1 10:20 Multimedia Phone U.S. Small Business 

Administration FEMA (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 5

Small Business Administration deploys liaison and PIO to 

FEMA Region (#) RRCC and to the State Operations 

Center. (Inject added by FEMA Region (#).)

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

1360 1 10:20 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Executive Duty Officer

(Office of Homeland Security (OHS)) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) Regional 

Emergency Operations 

Center (REOC)

5 (Area) Region Administrator indicates REOC will activate at 

(City/Location).

(Name of POC), what is your status? Do you need to 

relocate the REOC? EMA: Emergency Management Agency

1361 1 10:20 Other Media Controller Public 15

There has been a large earthquake in the (Name) area. 

Many roads are damaged. Travelers should avoid 

(Highway #/Road Name).

4893 1 10:21 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Earthquake Engineering 

Section

11 Notify POC and field divisions of affected facilities that need to be 

inspected for damage.

Identification of affected (State Department of Water 

Resources) facilities.

2117 1 10:22 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region Name/Number) 

(Regional EOC)

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Regional EOC)

5 Activate (Area) (Regional EOC).

Major earthquake in (Area) (State). SOC activated and 

(Area) (Region EOC) activated anticipating potential 

requests from (Different Area) (Region EOC).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

6411 1 10:25 Hand-delivered

(State's Department of 

Transportation)-(District 

#) (Transportation 

Movement Center) 

Operations

(State's Department of Transportation)-

(Section) Controller 

(State's Department of 

Transportation)-(Section) 

(Transportation 

Movement Center) 

Support

1

Verify that (Transportation Movement Center) Operations Staff: 

Follow Standard Operating Procedures for setup and testing of 

(Department EOC). 

A request is received by the (Appropriate Section) 

(Transportation Movement Center (TMC)) Support from 

TMC Operations to set up the TMC (Meeting) Room for 

use as the (Department EOC).

PW: Public Works

2129 1 10:29 Other

U.S. Department of 

Environmental Protection 

(EPA) (Area Field 

Division) Branch Chief

Controller

(Environmental 

Remediation Services 

(ERS)) Section Chief

15

All present (Operational Support Center (OSCs) and (Remote 

Sensing Support (RSC) personnel report to (Regional Response 

Center (RRC) for staffing assignments.

(Name of Major News Agency) reports a (#.#) magnitude 

earthquake has hit (Area) (State). Stand up RRC. HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

7595 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone (State Office of 

Emergency Services) (State National Guard) All Participants 1, 5 JOC orders appropriate units to provide overflights and asks for 

assessment on need to request additional capability.

(State Office of Emergency Services) requests overflight 

of the affected area for initial damage assessment. Air 

planners should develop a plan to cover entire affected 

area. Air assets should have the capability to downlink 

information to local and State EOCs. At this time, exact 

locations of damage are unknown. Mission is highest 

priority.

GA: Governmental Administrative

6999 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone (SOC) Operations (Business Executives for National Security) 

Controller

(Business Executives for 

National Security) 14

(Business Executives for National Security) will contact the 

appropriate private sector liaisons, and one or two will be at the 

SOC as soon as possible.

There has been a massive earthquake in (City), and the 

(State Office of Emergency Services) Director would like to 

activate the (Business Operations Center (BOC)). Can you 

please staff the BOC?

1160 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone (State) Governor's Office (State Office of Emergency Services) Controller (State) Cabinet 

Secretaries 5

Members of the (State/Governor's) Emergency Council will 

assemble at (Time) in the Cabinet (Briefing Room) to discuss the 

impact of the earthquake.

The Governor has called a meeting of the 

(State/Governor's) Emergency Council to be held at 

(Time) in the Cabinet (Briefing Room) to discuss actions 

to be taken to respond to the earthquake.

GA: Governmental Administrative

2128 1 10:30 Other (State) Governor's Office Controller (State) Cabinet 

Secretaries 5 All cabinet secretaries report to (Governor's) meeting at (Time). The Governor announces (Emergency Cabinet Meeting) at (Time) in the Governor's Cabinet Room. GA: Governmental Administrative

6512 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ 1 (State's Department of Transportation) Districts activate EOCs 

and deploy damage assessment teams.

(State's Department of Transportation) HQ EOC contacts 

(Transportation District #) (County), (Transportation 

District #) (County), (Transportation District #) (County), 

(Transportation District #) (County), and (Transportation 

District #) (County), to verify EOC activation and request 

damage assessment data when available.

6410 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Transportation)-(District 

#) Traffic Management 

Team (TMT)

(State's Department of Transportation)-(District 

#) Controller 

(State's Department of 

Transportation)-(District 

#) (Transportation 

Movement Center) 

Operations

1

Verify that TMC Support and TMC Operations Staff: Follow 

(Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)) for activation and setup 

of Mobile Command Center. Notification to District PIO.

A request for mobilizing the Mobile Command Center 

(MCC) for use as the ICP is requested by (Area) Region 

TMT. Request that District PIO send representative and 

MCC be driven to (Area Region) Office in (Name) County.

PW: Public Works

2849 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

Duty Officer

11

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) Day Shift Duty 

Officer receives call and informs the executive officer of what has 

happened by way of a briefing.

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) Duty Officer 

receives notification of the earthquake.

2546 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Fish and Game) Director

(State's Department of Fish and Game)/(the 

Department Internal Office for control of 

hazardous spills) Controller

(State's Department of 

Fish and Game)/(the 

Department Internal 

Office for control of 

hazardous spills)

10 and 11

The (State's Department of Fish and Game) Enforcement 

representative, the Public Information Officer and the Liaison 

Officer will be dispatched from (State's Department of Fish and 

Game)/(Department Internal Office for Control of Hazardous 

Spills).

Director of Fish and Game requests (the Department 

Internal Office for Control of Hazardous Spills) to provide 

an Enforcement representative, a Public Information 

Officer, and a Liaison Officer to the SOC.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

3953 1 10:30 E-mail

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Chief 

Deputy Director of 

Operations

(State's Department of Public Health) 

(Emergency Preparedness Office) Duty Officer

(State's Department of 

Public Health) - Health 

and Safety

8

Receive calls from (Licensing, Drinking Water, Communicable 

Disease, and Food and Drug) offsite facility management to 

determine their facility status, communication status, and employee 

status information. Determine if regional employee return-to-work 

messages on the (State's Department of Public Health) 

Emergency Information Hotline need to be updated. Prepare script 

for (State's Department of Public Health) Emergency Information 

Hot Line for affected regions.

Receive incoming calls from offsite facility management on 

the 24-Hour Offsite Emergency Notification System in 

order to determine (State's Department of Public Health) 

facility operational status and submit field updates to the 

JEOC.

PH: Public Health

2150 1 10:30 Other (State's Department of 

Veteran Affairs)

(State's Department of Veteran Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veteran Affairs) Incident 

Command Posts (ICPs)

5

(State's Department of Veteran Affairs) (Department Operation 

Center) IC, ICPs, and SOC representatives achieve (the State's 

Response Information Management System) interconnectivity and 

each location is able to confirm that it is able to communicate 

using (the State's Response Information Management System).

(State's Department of Veteran Affairs) DOC Incident 

Commander requests that each ICP log into (the State's 

Response Information Management System) and establish 

Web linkage with (State's Department of Veteran Affairs) 

HQ.

GA: Governmental Administrative

4305 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Director - (State) Office 

of Emergency Services

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency 

(EPA)) EOC Director (State) EPA 10 (State) EPA EOC Director calls (Director) to report to the SOC as agency representative.

SOC Director requests (State) EPA agency representative 

to report to the SOC. HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

2111 1 10:30 Other (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

13

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) Duty Officer 

calls (Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) 

Commander and makes the appropriate calls.

Controller acts as (State) (Highway Patrol/Police) 

Commissioner and activates (Emergency Notification and 

Tactical Alert Center) as the DOC is starting to be fully 

staffed.

LE: Law Enforcement

6108 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Executive Director

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Director

12

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) staff and responders 

activate the (State's Utilities Operation Center) at (Location) and 

confirm their activation with (State Office of Emergency Services).

(State Office of Emergency Services) Activates SOC and 

contacts (State's Utilities Emergency Association) to 

activate the Utility Operations Center ((State's Utilities 

Operation Center) at (City)).

7236 1 10:30 Other

DoD-JTF-CS 

(Department of Defense 

Joint Task Force-Civil 

Support)

Media Controller

DoD-NORTHCOM 

(Department of Defense 

Northern Command)

5

(Unit/Organization Designation) Commander will react to 

catastrophic chemical explosions/contamination, potential civilian 

casualties, and significant loss of civilian medical facilities and 

consider putting (Joint Task Force-Civil Support (JTF-CS)) on 

alert for Joint Task Force (JTF) operations.

Local news reports: Infrastructure damage to nearby 

chemical facilities (List of or (#) Industrial Chemical 

Facility-Chemical Compound), (additional chemical 

facility) Chemical Compound, (additional chemical facility) 

Chemical Compound, (Add additional chemical facilities 

and other chemical compounds)). Descriptions/affects of 

chemicals. Local weather report. Infrastructure damage to 

nearby hospitals (List # major hospitals). Emergency 

vehicles responding. High number of deaths and 

casualties expected but unknown.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

2125 1 10:30 E-mail FEMA Region (#) Controller FEMA Region (#) 5 The RRCC is activated at level (#). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

6529 1 10:30 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1 Notices too airmen (NOTAM) issuance.

(Large Area Airport) reports through (Air Traffic Control 

Towers (ATCT)) and (Regional Operations Center 

(ROC)) one runway and three taxiways are damaged. 

(Large Area Airport) (Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT)) 

is still operational with some damage. Airport reports 

additional damage to some terminal facilities, reduction in 

(Aircraft Rescue Fire fighting (ARFF)) index to Index D 

due to large first aid response to injured passengers, 

families, and employees. Roadways to and from airport are 

damaged, stranding everyone at the facility. Airport fuel 

system (Name of Fuel System) reports the only fuel 

available is in fuel trucks that were already filled. Airport 

reports loss of commercial power (operating on generator 

power); Airport ID Access System (Name of System), as 

well as Transportation Security Administration screening 

equipment.

1033 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone President U.S. (Office of Homeland Security (OHS)) Controller Governor of (State) 5 Governor's staff will call the Cabinet Secretaries to meet and 

initiate response activities.

Governor, we saw the earthquake on (Name of Major TV 

News Network) and received reports from (US Geological 

Survey (USGS)) and FEMA this afternoon. I have directed 

FEMA to prepare for an immediate response and signed 

an Emergency Declaration providing support as needed to 

(State). (Director's Name) FEMA Region (#)) will be 

calling you soon. If there is any additional assistance I can 

provide, give me a call. We are here to help and give our 

best wishes to the people of (State). (President of the 

United States (POTUS))

GA: Governmental Administrative

5690 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch FEMA Region (#) RRCC 

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Executive Duty Officer

5

Brief discussion of available information is conducted 

between (State) (State Office of Emergency Services) and 

FEMA and a consensus is reached that this incident is 

catastrophic and will require Federal support. (State Office 

of Emergency Services) indicates that the Governor will 

likely request a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

2544 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Fish and Game, Office of 

Spill Prevention and 

Response)

(State's Department of Fish and Game, Office 

of Spill Prevention and Response) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

11

The (State's Department of Fish and Game) Enforcement 

representative, the PIO and the Liaison Officer will arrive at the 

SOC and be integrated into the SOC.

(State's Department of Fish and Game, Office of Spill 

Prevention and Response) Administrator's response to the 

(State Office of Emergency Services) Warning Center that 

a major earthquake has occurred in (Area) (State): We will 

be sending a (State's Department of Fish and Game) 

Enforcement representative, a Public Information Officer, 

and a Liaison Officer (LNO) to assist at the SOC.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

3109 1 10:30 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller EPA 10 Drinking Water Office emergency response team members will 

report to (Section of EOC) EOC.

There has been a major earthquake in (Area) (State). EPA 

(Romeo #) is standing the RRC. Water Emergency 

Response Team and other (Name and #) drinking water 

RRC members report to (Name and #) EOC.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency PH: 

Public Health

Earthquake Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
4879

1 10:31 Other (State's Department of 

Transportation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 and 11 District park representatives analyze impact on State Park 

operations. Report situation to DOC.

(State's Department of Transportation) announces road 

closure list. Announcement formalizes what is visually 

apparent to (City) Staff. (Highway #) is closed due to 

damage, plus staff learns of closure of (Interstate #) 

between (City) and (City).

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

43061 10:31 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Director 

(State) EPA EOC Director

(State's EPA) EOC 

(Water Board) 

Representative

10

(Name), (State) EPA Director or alternate calls (Name) or 

alternate who notifies (State's Water Resource Control Board) 

staff member (Name) or alternate to report to the (Area) 

(Regional) EOC as soon as possible.

(Name), (State) EPA EOC Director or alternate calls 

(Name) or alternate to have an agency representative 

report to the (Area) (Region) EOC ( Alternate Location) as 

soon as possible.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

48761 10:33 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Pesticides Control) HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Control) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Control) (Area 

Communications Center)

10 Notification of (State's Department of Pesticide Control) HQ. 

Implement alternate strategies.

Fire at key repeater site causes loss of radio traffic ability 

at (Area/Region) Communications Dispatch Center.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

65311 10:33 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch

1 (Notices to Airmen (NOTAM)) issued to have aircraft ferry their 

own fuel. Ramp space is limited.

(Major Area Airport Not Previously Reported) reports 

minor airport damage with no impact to movement areas. 

ATCT is 100 percent operational but running on generator 

power. Disruptions to commercial power and fuel 

shortages are being experienced. (Referenced Airport) 

also reports large numbers of divert aircraft arriving, 

limited to no ramp space available. Crowd control issues 

and airline ticket counters being overwhelmed with 

stranded passengers.

27961 10:34 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

(Reservoir Quality 

Program Office)

10, 11 Activate EAP/close all check gates along the system to isolate the 

failure point. Send engineer to investigate.

Multiple sections of (State) (waterlines) near (Highway #) 

(City) occur due to lateral displacement from surface 

rupture along fault.

FS: Fire Service LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications PH: Public 

Health

75961 10:35 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State National Guard) All Participants 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 

13

(State National Guard) anticipates (Mutual Aid) from (State Office 

of Emergency Services) to support response; reviews operations 

and capabilities to support sheltering activities, trauma and triage 

support, decontamination, HazMat response, food and water (Point 

of Distribution (POD)) support, security; traffic control; damage 

assessment support, debris removal capabilities, and 

transportation requests; assesses need for Emergency 

Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) for engineering; 

medical, HazMat response, aviation, (Search and Rescue), and 

water purification resources

Initial report of earthquake and initial damage: (Name of 

Impacted Area) reports building collapses and destruction 

of approximately (##) miles of (Interstate or Highway #); 

(Name of Highway or Highway identification) is severed at 

(Location); rail is destroyed causing a train derailment; 

numerous landslides reported; water, sewer, and 

underground communication lines have snapped in 

numerous locations; powerlines are toppled and fail; 

ruptured gas lines ignite numerous fires; (Major City in 

affected area) is shaken for (##) seconds causing 

numerous collapses trapping thousands and injuring tens 

of thousands; people are stranded by severed roadways and 

abandon vehicles; the transportation infrastructure is 

gridlocked, hampering response efforts; numerous fires 

break out of control; broken waterlines flood homes, 

businesses, and hospitals and hamper fire fighting efforts; 

the earthquake causes numerous HazMat issues as a 

result of derailments, vehicle crashes, business and plant 

collapses, and fires.

GA: Governmental Administrative

65401 10:35 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State's Department of 

General Services) Duty 

Officer

7, 2, 3, 5

(State's Department of General Services) Duty Officer notifies 

(Department) EOC Director to deploy representatives from 

Procurement Division, Telecommunications Division, Real Estate 

Services Division, State Architect, Internal Services Division, and 

PIO to the SOC.

This is the (State Warning Center). The SOC is activated 

at level (#). Request (State's Department of General 

Services) send Logistics and Operations representatives 

to the SOC.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

48551 10:35 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) representative 

reports to SOC as Agency representative. Logs into (Response 

Information Management System); creates a duty log; completes 

other required reports. Coordinates Incident Action Planning 

between field and DOC.

DOC Director is requested to send Superintendent of 

Emergency Services to SOC as agency representative. PSC: Public Safety Communications

53621 10:35 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State's Department for Parks and Recreation) 

Controller

(State's Department of for 

Parks and Recreation) 

HQ

11 Acknowledge receipt of request; DOC Director will decide whom 

to send.

Upon activation of the SOC, SOC will request a State 

Parks representative be sent to that location.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

63121 10:35 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Duty 

Officer

8

(State's Department of Mental Health) Duty Officer contacts 

(State's Department of Mental Health) Incident Commander and 

makes appropriate calls.

(State Office of Emergency Services) Warning Center 

contacts (State's Department of Mental Health) Duty 

Officer.

PH: Public Health

56921 10:35 Hand-delivered Media FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch

5

Notification of aftershock received from television monitors 

in RRCC. According to newscast, USGS estimates 

aftershock at magnitude (#.#) and epicenter at (Location).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

56941 10:36 Multimedia Phone FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations5 FEMA begins (Hazard Computer Simulation) run for damage 

estimates.

FEMA Region (#) senior leadership (and (State) (State 

Office of Emergency Services)) asks for preliminary 

damage estimates (e.g., casualties and economic impacts) 

to support request for Presidential Declaration.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

75971 10:38 E-mail SimCell (State National Guard) All Participants5 JOC staff advises (Joint Staff-Operations (J3) within (#) minutes. 

J3 notifies senior leadership within (#) minutes.

The USGS reports an aftershock of (#.#) magnitude near 

the (Location) that ruptures to the (Direction). Effects are 

felt throughout (Name and Name) Counties as well as 

(Distant Location).

GA: Governmental Administrative

48971 10:38 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

(Environmental Quality 

Division) Engineering 

Section

11 Notify POC et al. Magnitude (#.#) aftershock, epicenter at (Location), 

occurred at (Time) (Time Zone), send out notifications.

FS: Fire Service LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications

63241 10:38 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Incident Commander

11

(State's Department of Water Resources) Incident Commander 

makes the appropriate calls to activate the (Department's 

Operational Center).

(State's Department of Water Resources) Duty Officer 

contacts the (State's Department of Water Resources) 

Incident Commander to open up the (Department's 

Operational Center)

PH: Public Health

48561 10:39 Other (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Key personnel and equipment are mobilized and operations are 

centered out of temporary DOC until the need for the (Region) 

facility has been decided.

(?) Chief - Now the DOC Director analyzes needs of State 

Parks and begins DOC operations at (Location for 

Department's Operations Center) as temporary DOC until 

operations can be switched to (Region) Communications 

Dispatch Center.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

35811 10:39 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

SOC Controller SOC Director5 Agencies work on developing assessments. A magnitude (#.#) aftershock at (Time) with an epicenter at 

the (Location). More details to follow.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

75981 10:40 Other SimCell (State National Guard) All Participants 5, 9

(State National Guard) coordinates with (State National Guard) 

JOC to identify available (State's Weapons of Mass Destruction 

Response Team) capability and with DCO and (MRG?) on (Type) 

(Search and Rescue) capability; (State National Guard) 

coordinates with (State Office of Emergency Services) on EMAC 

and Requests for Federal Assistance (RFA) requests.

Local (Search and Rescue (S&R)) teams mobilize; (State 

Office of Emergency Services) requests mobilization of 

national, military and National Guard S&R capability; victim 

volunteers conduct ad-hoc S&R activities but lack proper 

equipment. (State) (State Office of Emergency Services) 

requests that all Departments/Agencies identify and report 

assets available within the State and contact response 

partners from surrounding States to identify assets readily 

available for deployment into (State).

GA: Governmental Administrative HC: Health 

Care

39541 10:40 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Microbial 

Diseases Laboratory) 

Branch Chief/Designee

(State's Department of Public Health) 

(Microbial Diseases Laboratory) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Office of 

Resources, 

Preparedness and 

Response

5 RCCC is activated. This is a drill. Please activate the RCCC in preparation for 

(Local Mutual Aid Agreements (MAA)) use. PH: Public Health

65221 10:40 Multimedia Phone

(State Highway 

Patrol/Police) (Area) 

Division EOC

(State Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

13 (Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) to coordinate 

resources from other Divisions as needed.

(Name) Division is overwhelmed and is requesting 

additional support from other (State Highway Patrol/Police) 

Divisions.

LE: Law Enforcement

75991 10:40 E-mail (Appropriate ) JOC (Army National Guard) JTF (designation)5

JTF (Designation) alerted. (NORTHCOM Situational Awareness 

Team (NSAT)), (Disaster Support Team (DST)) and (Joint 

Planning Group (JPG)) muster, start alert sequence, conduct 

Crisis Action Planning. Subordinate (Chemical, Biological, 

Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) Consequence 

Management Response Force) units are alerted concerning 

possible deployments. (Projected Time of Departure) timeframe 

reduced.

NORTHCOM (Verbal Order (VOCO)) for (NORTHCOM 

Situational Awareness Team (NSAT)). GA: Governmental Administrative

76011 10:45 E-mail SimCell (Army National Guard) All Participants 5, 8

(Army National Guard) coordinates with (National Guard Bureau) 

to identify available (Expeditionary Medical Support Hospitals) and 

aerial and ground (Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC)) capability 

and associated deployment timelines; (State) National Guard 

informs (State Office of Emergency Services) of available 

(Expeditionary Medical Support Hospitals) and aviation and 

ground MEDEVAC capabilities and recommends (Expeditionary 

Medical Support Hospitals) for these capabilities. (State) National 

Guard works with DCO and (Medical Response Group (MRG)) to 

identify (National Incident Management System (NIMS) Type) field 

hospital capability and timelines.

Many hospitals and trauma centers in the affected region 

are not operational or operating on a limited basis due to 

power failure and flooding from broken water mains; 

medical staff not on duty attempt to report to work locations 

but are hampered by traffic tie ups due to the destroyed 

transportation infrastructure. Region requires immediate 

air transport capability to move victims out of the affected 

area. (State Office of Emergency Services) is also 

requesting identification of available civil and military field 

hospital and(Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT)) 

capability for affected counties and associated arrival 

timelines.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services GA: 

Governmental Administrative HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

64121 10:45 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Transportation) (Division 

for Traffic Management 

Center Support)

(State's Department of Transportation) 

Controller 

(State's Department of 

Transportation) (Division 

for Traffic Management 

Center Support)

1

Verify that (Traffic Management Center) Operations Staff: Follow 

(Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)) for activation of 

(Director's Emergency Operations Center) (Alternate DEOC); 

recognize severity of incident and request additional resources 

from District management.

A request is received by the (Division for Traffic 

Management Center) Support from (Name of 

Area/Region) Maintenance to set up the Office/Conference 

Room for use as the (Director's Emergency Operations 

Center). Request additional assistance and resources for 

District (Name).

PW: Public Works

30721 10:45 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 (Name/Facility) EOC activates to control local activity. (Name/Facility) has suffered extensive damage. LE: Law Enforcement

30731 10:45 E-mail SimCell (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 Activation of (Name/Facility) EOC to control local events. (Name) State Prison has suffered extensive earthquake 

damage. LE: Law Enforcement

48601 10:45 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation)

13

District units should review departmental (Continuity of 

Government (COG)) Public Safety Web site if no hardcopy and 

whatever local procedures are in place.

DOC directs the implementation of Emergency and 

Business Continuity Plans as needed by field units and 

communications centers.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

48771 10:45 Multimedia Phone (State Communications 

Center)

(State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) HQ

13 Simulate movement to (Location of Alternate EOC). 

(Regional Communications Center) telecommunications 

van goes to relay point for limited coverage of radio 

blackout area.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

31111 10:45 Field Device (radio) (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

(Appropriate District 

Office)

10, 3 Document findings, notify HQ Dam Safety Branch, continue 

monitoring situation.

(State's Department of Water Resources) Operator from 

(name of Site/Facility) has completed a visual inspection of 

the (Name) Dam. Noticeable seepage from the toe of the 

dam is reported. Further inspections and evaluations will 

be ongoing.

60961 10:45 Multimedia Phone (State and Consumer 

Agency) ExCon Planners (State and Consumer Agency) Controller

(State's Office of 

Information Security) 

Agency Exercise Group

2 Agencies are to identify and validate alternative voice 

communications methods.

(State's Office of Information Security): Telephones, both 

cell and landlines, in (Area) (State) are saturated, so there 

is a delay in getting services. Phones are unreliable for 

(##) hours.

GA: Governmental Administrative

61101 10:45 E-mail

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Executive Dir

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Executive Dir

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

12

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) member utilities begin 

to assess infrastructure damage and report to (State's Utilities 

Emergency Association).

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) member utilities 

notified that the (State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

(Utilities Operations Center) at (Name of Location) has 

been activated, and they are provided with the contact 

information

57111 10:45 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) Joint 

Emergency Operations 

Center (JEOC)

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(Regional Disaster 

Medical and Health 

Specialists)

6, 8 Complete list of (Ambulance Strike Teams) available by region is 

developed.

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) JEOC requests that Regional 

Disaster Medical and Health Specialists (RDMHSs) from 

unaffected areas poll for Ambulance Strike Team (AST) 

availability.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

21461 10:46 E-mail (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) DOC

2 Communications connectivity is established.

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) DOC Incident 

Commander calls (State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

SOC representative

GA: Governmental Administrative

25201 10:48 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

(Volunteer) Controller (Volunteer) DOC 15 Agency representative is sent to the SOC.

Hello, this is the SOC. We have activated and are 

requesting an agency representative from (CV) at the 

SOC Here is your mission number (####)

64131 10:50 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Transportation) EOC 

Director

(State's Department of Transportation) 

Controller 

(State's Department of 

Transportation) 

Manager

1

Verify that the (Appropriate Office) Region Manager with 

assistance from the (Appropriate Office) (Transportation 

Management Center) Operations Staff contacts all of the 

appropriate Staff. 

Request is received by the (Appropriate) Region Manager 

to assemble the (Area) Region DEOC Designees in (#) 

hour or less in the SR DEOC.

PW: Public Works

72561 10:50 E-mail

DoD-JTF-CS (Joint 

Task Force-Civil 

Support)

FEMA Region (#) DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element 5, 10

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element will process immediate 

request for significant CBRNE resources through DoD channels. 

DoD will source requirement to (Northern Command 

(Appropriate Area Command)) who will, in turn, send requirement 

to JTF-CS for immediate response/deployment actions.

FEMA requests immediate Federal assistance for 

personal chemical decontamination capability and chemical 

response forces to meet hazardous chemical leaks, 

contamination in (City), (State). Approximately (##) 

buildings housing chemicals to include (chemical 

Compound), (chemical Compound), (chemical 

Compound), (chemical Compound), and (chemical 

Compound).

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

38581 10:51 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

SOC Controller SOC Director5

SOC Director notifies (State Office of Emergency Services) 

Director, and they decide (State Office of Emergency Services) 

(Area/Region) and (Area/Region) staff can initially support (Area) 

Region and will deploy as soon as (Name of responsible official) 

advises how many he needs.

(Name), this is (Name). I am assessing the regional 

damage from the earthquake and aftershock. Right now I 

am sure I will need assistance for the (Area/Region) staff 

for at least several days. Request you prepare a team to 

come down here to provide Emergency Management 

Support. We are going to be at this awhile. Will get back to 

you in a bit, we are still shaking off the dust. And all that 

works now is this (Operational Area Satellite Information 

System) phone.

GA: Governmental Administrative

35861 10:52 Multimedia Phone FEMA Region (#) SOC Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Director

5

Director (State Office of Emergency Services) prepares his staff 

for the arrival of the Incident Management Assessment Team. 

Informs the Governor of the call at the (Governor's Emergency 

Operations Executive Council (GEOEC)).

(Name), this is (Name). We have been watching the events 

in (area) (State) unfold. We expect there will be additional 

aftershocks such as the one at (Time). I have spoken with 

(Name of Director of U.S. Department of Homeland 

Security (DHS), and I know the Governor has spoken with 

the President. I have activated the RRCC and ordered the 

deployment to you of the Incident Management Assessment 

Team. The team will depart here at (time) and arrive in 

(Location) at (Time). At this time we are unsure of any of 

our (Area) (State) facilities. We will help in any way we can, 

let us know what you need.

GA: Governmental Administrative

48941 10:53 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Earthquake Engineering 

Section

11 Notify POC and field divisions of affected facilities that need to be 

inspected for damage.

Identification of affected (State's Department of Water 

Resources) facilities.

65271 10:55 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State Office of Emergency Services) Controller (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ

1 (State Office of Emergency Services) requests (State's 

Department of Transportation) Rep to SOC PW: Public Works

21201 10:55 Other (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles)

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) ICP

1 ICP (City) to notify DEOC of condition of buildings within the hour. At (Time) hrs, Director (Name), requests ICP (City), to 

assess the Department's buildings, within (Name) County.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

72571 10:58 E-mail

DoD-JTF-CS (Joint 

Task Force-Civil 

Support)

FEMA Region (#) RRCC DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element

5

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element processes immediate 

request for medical augmentation through DoD channels. 

(Northern Command (Appropriate Area Command)) sources 

requirement to JTF-CS for immediate action/deployment.

FEMA requests additional Federal assistance to meet 

anticipated medical requirements (triage, surgical, 

nursing, (##) beds) of people contaminated by chemicals 

from nearby chemical facilities in (City), (State).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

21571 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

Tactical Alert Center) 

duty officer

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller Affected Division 

Commanders 13

Affected Division Commanders give (Emergency Notification 

Tactical Alert Center) duty officer a personnel status report and 

notify officer if EOC is activated.

(Emergency Notification Tactical Alert Center) duty officer 

calls the affected (State's Highway Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders for (State's Highway Patrol/Police) status 

and EOC activation.

LE: Law Enforcement

56971 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller Air Operations 

Commander 13 Air Operations to send (Aircraft #) or (Aircraft #) to get aerial footage of damage and send it to Division.

Division Commander to request support to assess damage 

of the (Interstate #) corridor, aqueduct, dams, and railway. LE: Law Enforcement

28561 11:00 Hand-delivered

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(Name of Director)

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller Assigned DOC Director 11

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) (Name of 

Department's Director) gives assigned DOC Director authority to 

open the DOC; assign staff; and act as the liaison for the field 

offices and headquarters.

A Letter of Authority is sent to the DOC Director.

27531 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

Undersecretary (Name)

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller Assigned DOC Director 11 DOC Director assigns staff to fill key DOC positions. Designate DOC Director: "______" you are assigned as DOC Director. Open the DOC with the appropriate staff.

31031 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

SOC Controller (State's Conservation 

Corps) EOC 11 (State's Conservation Corps) will dispatch available crews to requested locations.

The SOC Controller contacts (State's Conservation 

Corps) EOC to request (State's Conservation Corps) 

crews to provide resource support

GA: Governmental Administrative

65441 11:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

General Services) PIO

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State's Department of 

General Services) 

Director

5, 7

PIO coveys all pertinent situation status information to 

(State Office of Emergency Services) Director and (State 

Office of Emergency Services) Liaison (#) daily.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

48621 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Joint Unified Command for Operational Area: Sector 

Superintendent/Public Safety Superintendent (State Office of 

Emergency Services) to (Operational Area) EOC to monitor 

situation and provide representation for State Park; identify needs 

for park units as well as capabilities to assist (Operational Area); develop IAP in coordination with (Operational Area) and District. 

Use Chapter (##) (Department Operations Manual) ((###.#) - 

Incident Action Plans).

District Superintendents designate unit representatives to 

local EOC for (Name) County or (Name) County as 

requested, then develop an (Incident Action Plan (IAP)) for 

the district.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

46471 11:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) DOC 5, 15 Situational awareness. Computer and landlines are jammed, causing loss of communication from (City). GA: Governmental Administrative

21371 11:00 Other (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) ICPs 5, 15 Communications connectivity. DOC Incident Commander advises Operations Chief to make contact with each ICP

56611 11:00 Hand-delivered

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Rep

13 Division representative to respond to REOC. Affected Division Commanders to send representative to 

the REOC. LE: Law Enforcement

63921 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(Nuclear Plant Name) 

Nuclear Power Plant 

Safety Director

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) SOC Rep. 13

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) representative at SOC to call 

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) (DOC) to fill 

request.

(Name) Nuclear Power Plant Security Director calls for 

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) assistance to evacuate 

employees form possible damaged power plant.

LE: Law Enforcement

60971 11:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Consumer 

Service Agency) (State's Consumer Service Agency) Controller

(State's Office of 

Information Security)-

Agency Exercise Group

2

Each Department will: identify and validate alternative data 

communication methods; complete communications and send from 

the Department to Agency; receive communications from Agency 

to the Department.

(State's Office of Information Security)/(State's Consumer 

Service Agency): Remote access is affected (data 

communications). Internet (Web site, e-mail, remote 

access) access is unreliable. Successful remote or 

Internet access may have dropped connections or sluggish 

response.

GA: Governmental Administrative

30981 11:00 Other

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development)

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

8 DOC staff alerted. DOC is staffed and operational, within (#) 

hours. Brief incoming personnel.

(Office of Health Planning and Development) Director 

contacts Facilities Development Division's Deputy Director 

to activate the DOC.

61111 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Executive Director.

3, 12

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) has current utility 

infrastructure and other needs in the impacted areas that will be 

communicated to (State Office of Emergency Services) and other 

needed Agencies.

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) Member Utilities 

report utility infrastructure damage and other needs to 

(State's Utilities Emergency Association).

61131 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Executive Director.

3, 12

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) has current utility 

infrastructure and other needs in the impacted areas that will be 

communicated to (State Office of Emergency Services) and other 

needed Agencies.

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) member utilities 

report utility infrastructure damage and other needs to 

(State's Utilities Emergency Association).

25481 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(Volunteer) Controller (Volunteer) DOC 15, 2

That DOC staff will understand the question about two-way radio 

and say,"No, we do not have radio capability." The DOC staff will 

answer affirmatively that they are connected to (Response 

Information Management System). They will provide the incoming 

fax line in the (Volunteer) DOC.

Hello, this is the State Warning Center. This call is to 

determine your modes of communication. Do you have twoway radio capability? Are you connected to (Response 

Information Management System)? Do you have a fax 

number we can use to fax information if necessary?

63291 11:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Assigned 

Staff

8 (State's Department of Mental Health) staff deploys to the SOC.

(State's Department of Mental Health) Duty Officer 

contacts (State's Department of Mental Health) staff to 

deploy to the SOC

PH: Public Health

57381 11:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations. FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF 33

Deploy resources and initiate evacuation for areas downstream of 

high-risk dams possible Mission Assignment to ESF 3 and/or 

(U.S. Department of Interior (DOI)).

Identify potential structural failures and safety inspections 

for dams. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

46301 11:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) Controller ICP Commander(s)

7 Tabletop logistics involved with moving staff in affected areas.

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) DOC Incident 

Commander, in consort with SOC representative, will 

contact (State's Department of Veterans Affairs) Veterans 

Homes in response to support requests from (Health and 

Human Services Agency) partners. Practice will involve 

simulated movement of (##) or so employees.

56341 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Office of Access and 

Functional Needs

(State's Foundation for Independent Living 

Centers) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Office of (Name of 

Appropriate Office or 

Division)

6, 8

Mobilize staff resources to respond to SOC, assess capacity to 

establish contact in immediate and outlying areas of disability. 

Community response network to assists in assessing and meeting 

community needs.

(State's) Foundation for Independent Living Centers 

Access to Readiness Coalition receives communication 

from (State Office of Emergency Services) (Name of 

appropriate Office or Division) to deploy to the SOC to 

coordinate (Disability Community Response Network).

PH: Public Health

46271 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

8

Advance (Mission Support Team (MST)) is identified and alerted 

for readiness. (State's Department of Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical Services Agency) JEOC contacts (Regional 

Disaster Medical and Health Specialists (RDMHS)) and 

(Operational Areas (OAs)) from affected area to determine initial 

mission for Advance MST. Request mission tasking from (State 

Office of Emergency Services) for "package" of mobile medical 

assets to be sent to (Area) (State).

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) determines 

need for (Advance Mission Support Team (MST)) to be 

activated and requests mission tasking from (State Office 

of Emergency Services).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

61121 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Executive Director.

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Executive Director

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

3, 12

(State's Utilities Operation Center) responders provide update to 

(State Office of Emergency Services) regarding outage 

notification to include potential impact.

(State's Utilities Operation Center) responders contact 

(State Office of Emergency Services) to provide situation 

reports of potential outage notification information 

including severity and impact and expected duration of the 

outage.

56981 11:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) RRCC Other5 FEMA RA assigns Federal Coordinating Officer. FCO = ? EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65661 11:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

(BENS) Controller

SOC Business 

Operations Center 

(BOC)

14

Call routed to the SOC Business Operations Center or (State 

Office of Emergency Services) Donations Management. Recipient 

acknowledges offer of assistance and records contact information 

for private sector liaison team.

I'm calling from (Name of Major Nationwide Retail Store) 

HQ in (State), and am offering assistance, such as 

supplies. Is there someone in the SOC that I can talk to who 

is working with the private sector?

39571 11:02 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Environmental 

Protection) Duty Officer

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Staff

8 Alert sent.

Staff the JEOC Unit Coordinator Desk for program 

representatives within (#) hours, i.e. (Division of Drinking 

Water and Environmental Management), (Emergency 

Health Board), (Division of Communicable Disease 

Control)

PH: Public Health

39551 11:04 E-mail

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Division 

of Drinking Water and 

Environmental 

Management) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program)

(State's Department of 

Public Health) District 

Offices

8

Emergency Response Plan, (Continuity of Operations Plan 

(COOP))/(Continuity of Government (COG)) are discussed and 

each employee has a plan.

A (#.#) earthquake in (Area) (State), the following District 

Offices: (City), (City), and (City) Offices are no longer 

operational due to structural damage to buildings, no water 

and power. All staff survived initial shock. Most roads are 

blocked: All other offices operational. Initiate Emergency 

Response Plan, COOP/COG.

PH: Public Health

57001 11:05 Multimedia Phone FEMA Logistics FEMA Region (#) RRCC DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element 7, 5

Designate and activate Federal Staging Areas (FEMA Logistics). 

Available facilities may include: (List Locations in affected area 

from Emergency Response Plan). Possible Mission Assignment 

to Defense Coordination Element or ESF 7.

FEMA calls (Defense Element) to establish location for 

(Forward Operational Staging Areas) and begins 

mobilization of Federal response resources.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57021 11:05 Hand-delivered FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Logistics.7

Deploy land-based Federal mobile communications resources to 

provide support emergency communications capabilities Initially to 

State Operations Center, (Forward Operational Staging Areas), 

and Operational Area EOCs. Potential sources include: Mobile 

Emergency Response Support (MERS) units from (City, State) 

and (City, State), National Communications System (NCS) mobile 

resources, DoD communications assets, other Federal Agencies, 

(Emergency Response Communications Vehicle), Transportation 

Security Administration (State) activating emergency 

communications.

Earthquake disrupts communications throughout impacted 

regions. EMA: Emergency Management Agency
6532

1 11:05 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch 1, 5

FAA establishes Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) where 

necessary. This will be an ongoing and ever changing TFR 

picture due to the scope and nature of the event.

FAA begins assessing needs for temporary flight 

restrictions (TFRs).

38591 11:05 Multimedia Phone SOC Operations SOC Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

5 (Area) staff develops a deployment plan, alerts staff, and calls in a 

(Time) with numbers.

(Name), this is (Name). Just got off the phone with (Name) 

in (City). He needs some support to backfill his staff. He is 

not sure of numbers, but put together a team from your 

staff. My staff is working with the (State) National Guard to 

make an aircraft available. (Name) seems to think, if we can 

beat darkness, we can get into (City) Air Field without 

radar. Have your folks plan on being gone for (##) days. 

Call me back in a (Time), and I should have more 

information.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

21221 11:05 Field Device (radio)

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

(Office of Homeland Security) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

2, 5

REOC staff are using (Operational Area Satellite Information 

System) and ham radios to contact (Operational Areas), SOC and 

other (Search and Rescue) staff.

(Search and Rescue) REOC notifies SOC that all 

commercial communications systems have failed (phone, 

mobile phone, Internet access)and they are switching to 

ham radios. Using (Operational Area Satellite Information 

System) for voice and data communications.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

44591 11:08 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles)

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

Area Commander (Area) 

Division

1

Go to safe location that has access to cell, landlines, and Internet 

communications to make contact with DOC and set up Command 

Post.

There has been a (#.#) magnitude earthquake on the 

(Name) Fault along the (Name/location) area. All cell 

phone service, landlines are unusable west to the ocean, 

east from the (Area) to (City). Numerous roads and 

bridges are damaged

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

44621 11:08 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

Area Commander (Area) 

Division

1 Use alternate safe routes to closest location with cell, land, and 

Internet access and establish Command Post.

The following roads are not accessible at this time: (Road 

and Highway #), (Road and Highway #), (Road and 

Highway #), (Road and Highway #), (Road and Highway 

#), (Road and Highway #), and (Road and Highway #).

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

44881 11:08 Other

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Information disseminated to all DOC sections and staff members.

The following roads are not accessible at this time: (Road 

and Highway #), (Road and Highway #), (Road and 

Highway #), (Road and Highway #), (Road and Highway 

#), (Road and Highway #), and (Road and Highway #).

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

44641 11:08 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) 

Emergency Response 

Team Coordination 

(ERTC) Staff Members

1 Emergency Response Team Coordinator staff notifies all other 

Emergency Response Team Coordination staff.

There has been a (#.#) magnitude earthquake on the 

(Name) Fault along the (Name/Location) Area. All cell 

phone service, landlines, Internet are unusable.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

65431 11:10 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

(SOC) Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

(State's Office of Risk Insurance Management)

(State's Department of 

General Services) EOC 

Director

5, 7

(State's Department of General Services) State Operations Center 

representatives retrieve (Situation) reports, assess, and distribute 

to DOC.

(State's Department of General Services) State Operations 

Center representatives arrive at State Operations Center 

and obtain situational status reports. Provide reports to 

DOC Liaison.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

57051 11:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#)5

(Incident Management Team (IMAT)) team begins deployment. 

Transportation Security Administration liaison to SOC and FEMA 

Region (#).

FEMA Operations deploys (Incident Management Team 

(IMAT)) to (Locality) location using call-down and e-mail 

notifications.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57061 11:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#)5 FEMA personnel deployed to Operational Area EOCs as 

Division Supervisors (helicopter transportation). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57081 11:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#)5 FEMA personnel deployed to REOC (helicopter 

transportation).

57141 11:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 5, 6

Activate all American Red Cross, State, and 

NonGovernmental Organization partner disaster response 

functions

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65331 11:10 E-mail SimCell FAA Controller FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch

1 (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)) begins coordination 

process for Certificate of Authorization.

Request for coordination for (Unmanned Aerial 

Surveillance (UAS)) from (North American Aerospace 

Defense Command (NORAD))/NorthCom and/or 

(National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)) 

for damage assessment operations.

44651 11:11 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) 

Emergency Response 

Team Coordination Staff 

Members

1 Emergency Response Team Coordination staff notifies all other 

Emergency Response Team Coordination staff.

Numerous roads and bridges are damaged and 

inaccessible, details unknown at this time.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

65451 11:15 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

General Services) SOC 

Reps

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State's Department of 

General Services) 

Director

7 Assessment reports and available resources are distributed to 

appropriate SOC Sections.

(State's Department of General Services) DOC provides 

assessment reports and available resources to (State's 

Department of General Services) State Operations Center 

representatives who convey information to (State's 

Department of General Services) Director and (State's 

Department of General Services) PIO.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

21381 11:15 E-mail (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles)

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 IAP is created and disseminated to (State's Department of Motor 

Vehicles) DOC.

ICP creates and develops an IAP after ICP has been 

established. Timeframe: within a (Time). LE: Law Enforcement

44741 11:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) 

Emergency Response 

Team Coordination Staff 

Members

1 Emergency Response Team Coordination Staff notifies all other 

Emergency Response Team Coordination staff members. Aftershock (#.#) at (Location). LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental Administrative

54651 11:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 Units submit SitRep to State Parks DOC using format in 

(Response Information Management System).

Lake (Name) and (Name) will send in status report 

regarding visitors, facilities, and other areas impacted by 

quake to State Parks DOC.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

46371 11:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) ICPs

8 Have (Hospital Incident Command (HICs)) forms and use them.

DOC Incident Commander contacts each Incident 

Commander and ensures that each IC has adequate 

support supplies e.g., (Hospital Incident Command 

(HICs)) forms, job action sheets, etc.

GA: Governmental Administrative

25491 11:15 Multimedia Phone (Volunteer) Secretary - 

(State) Volunteers (Volunteer) Controller (Volunteer) DOC Director 15 Answers could include, phone, fax, Web site, through the operational area EOC, southern REOC, SOC.

Hello, this is (Name), I am traveling with the Governor and 

a question just came up regarding how the State 

Operations Center (SOC) is communicating with all the 

local volunteer centers both in the damaged area and 

outside?

57151 11:15 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) Federal ESF (#)5

Possible Mission Assignments to Defense Coordinating Element 

(DCE), U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Borders Protection 

(BCP) to Operate from airfields near incident. Potential sources 

include: DoD command and control aircraft, U.S. Coast Guard, 

and Customs and Borders Protection aircraft.

Deploy aerial Federal mobile resources. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57161 11:15 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations. FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)5

Provide appropriate, mission specific communications systems 

(mission assignments through ESF 2, DoD, or U.S. Coast Guard) 

to the following field operations centers: firefighting/search and 

rescue and law enforcement, medical care facilities/(National 

Disaster Medical System (NDMS)), shelter sites, debris removal 

operations.

Earthquake disrupts communications throughout impacted 

regions. Establish emergency communications network for 

missionwide response organization.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65461 11:15 Other

(State's Department of 

General Services) 

Director

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(Governor's Emergency 

Operations Executive 

Council (GEOEC))

5

(Governor's Emergency Operations Executive Council (GEOEC)) 

informed of (State's Department of General Services) status and 

capabilities.

DGS Director provides status of (State's Department of 

General Services) injury and damage assessments and 

available resources to (Governor's Emergency Operations 

Executive Council (GEOEC).

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

42721 11:20 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (State 

Office of Emergency 

Services) Controller

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Amateur 

Radio Emergency 

Services (ARES) Radio 

Officers

8

(Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)) (Regional Offices) 

activate (Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)) and 

checks in with (State Office of Emergency Services) on highfrequency (HF) radios.

(State Office of Emergency Services) has activated the 

(Auxiliary Communications System (ACS)). All stations 

report in to (State Office of Emergency Services) (Auxiliary 

Communications System (ACS)) net.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency PH: 

Public Health

63951 11:20 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) SOC 

Representative

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

13

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) to obtain all 

necessary details of request and forward them through chain of 

command.

SOC representative to give (Emergency Notification and 

Tactical Alert Center) details of the request from (Name) 

Nuclear Power Plant.

LE: Law Enforcement

65781 11:20 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)7

(Federal Operational Staging Area (FOSA)) (Mission 

Assignment (MA)) (###)-($##,###). Acquire space and services 

at a Federal facility that meets the minimum FOSA specifications 

of FEMA and supporting Federal Agency teams, equipment, and 

supplies. Department of Defense and other support agency sites 

may be used. Commercial sites will be leased directly by ESF 7 

with the lessor. Recommend (Location) facility and (Name) Base 

Support Installation be approved as the primary location in support 

of Federal operations supporting the State of (Name) and (Name) 

facility and (Name) Base Support Installation or (Name) facility 

and (Name) Base Support Installation be considered as the 

alternates. Other locations meeting the criteria may be accepted if 

the primary and alternates are not available. Typical specifications 

include an operational airfield; (##,###) square feet of hangar, 

warehouse, or similar covered space; and nine acres of open land. 

Additional requirements could include lease of material.

Alert DoD/GSA to potential for establishment and/or lease 

of FOSAs. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65151 11:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ

(State's Department of 

Transportation) - 

(Districts #, #, #, and ##)

1 Communications Test.

Notified of commercial communications failure in (Area) 

(State). Notify effected districts via (Satellite) phone to use 

alternate systems.

PW: Public Works

65171 11:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ

1

Deploy, set up, and verify (Operational Area Satellite Information 

System) communications are operable. Also verify video feed is 

operable. Verify interoperability with (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police)

Deploy (Operational Area Satellite Information System) 

trailers to (Area) (State) in support of District damage 

assessment and communications.

PW: Public Works

25431 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Fish and Game, Office of 

Spill Prevention and 

Response)

(State's Department of Fish and Game)/(Office 

of Spill Protection and Response) Controller

(State's Department of 

Fish and Game)/(Office 

of Spill Protection and 

Response)

11

The (State's Department of Fish and Game) enforcement 

representative to the SOC provides information on how (State's 

Department of Fish and Game)/(Office of Spill Protection and 

Response) will handle the response

Multiple pipeline failures have been reported by (Oil 

Company), (Oil Company), (Oil Company), in the vicinity of 

(Location), (City). Approximately (####) gallons have 

reached State marine waters

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

46281 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency)

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health)

8

Meeting or conference call is established. Issues for Policy 

Setting Group: immediate plan for hospital evacuations; immediate 

plan to assist (Operational Areas) with new injuries; process for 

allocation of limited resources; monitoring and assistance for dayto-day EMS system; and placement of State resources.

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) Director 

requests Policy Setting Group with (State's Department of 

Public Health) Director.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services PH: Public 

Health

31041 11:30 Other

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Name of 

Director)

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health)-

(Environmental 

Preparedness and 

Support Until) Program 

Coordinator

8 Operations Section Coordinator is briefed and information is 

included in Action Plan.

The State (Remote Storage Site (RSS)) Warehouse has 

been activated PH: Public Health

48841 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10, 5, 6

Unit staff identifies support personnel, briefs staff on plans, and 

mobilizes other staff as needed. Issues shelter-in-place order: 

coordinate with Operational Areas and local EOC/Unified 

Command and issue order in timely manner ((##) minutes); use 

(State's) Emergency Management System/NIMS to identify course 

of actions to resolve incidents and make decisions.

DOC activates shelter-in-place orders to (Locality). LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency

63941 11:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Labor Forces sends out a (Volunteer Emergency Services Team) 

alert.

Need to check availability of (Volunteer Emergency 

Services Team) members that can be deployed to (State). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

30991 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) 

Management

HQ Controller Emergency Response 

Team Coordinator

1 (Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC is fully operational. Within (#) hours, activate (Department of Motor Vehicles) 

DOC. GA: Governmental Administrative

57371 11:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 5, 3, 4, 7, 9

Identify available teams including: Federal firefighting teams and 

equipment ; (Urban Search & Rescue (US&R)) teams; (U.S. 

Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)) and (General Services 

Administration (GSA)) Structural Engineers; other Federal search 

and rescue resources. Prioritize deployment of teams; determine 

team method of transport and embarkation/debarkation sites; 

ensure follow-on transportation is available from staging sites to 

base camps. GSA is asked (in person or by phone call) whether it 

has a team of structural engineers that is on alert and prepared to 

deploy to (Area)(State) to inspect Federal facilities under their 

control. Possible Mission Assignments to ESF: 3, 4, 7, 9, U.S. 

Coast Guard, DoD.

Deploy Federal Response and Rescue Teams and 

equipment. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

63031 11:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)1

(Transportation Security Administration (TSA)) inspectors inspect 

airports for damage, report to National Operations Center 

ongoing damage assessment. Personnel accountability is 

ongoing. Determine airport augmentation requirements.

Conduct damage assessments of (Area) (State) airports. 

(Inject inserted by FEMA Region (#) on behalf of 

(Transportation Security Administration (TSA)).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65791 11:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)1

(Transportation Security Administration (TSA)) Inspectors 

inspect airports for damage, report to National Operations 

Center. (Entered by FEMA Region (#)).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

21531 11:30 Hand-delivered FEMA Region (#) Controller FEMA Region (#)5 FEMA Region (#) arrives at State Operations Center (SOC) 

(Time)

Deploy Incident Management Assistance Team to the 

SOC EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65831 11:30 Multimedia Phone US Small Business 

Administration FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations.

5

Small Business Administration requests copies of all 

damage assessment and modeling data for Business 

Recovery Center planning purposes. Inject added by 

FEMA Region (#)

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65841 11:30 Multimedia Phone U.S. Small Business 

Administration FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations. 5, 15 Small Business Administration requests assistance in deploying liaison and PIO to REOC EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57391 11:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA HQ FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch

5 NRCC contacts RRCC for situation update. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

46241 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

Medical/Health Branch at 

(Area) Regional EOC

8

Push request to State Operations Center and then (State's 

Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency Medical Services 

Agency) JEOC. Discuss with (Regional Disaster Medical and 

Health Specialists (RDMHSs)), Local Emergency Medical 

Services Agencies, and (State's Department of Public Health) 

(Licensing and Certification (L&C)). Locate beds and 

transportation means for patients.

Message received at Medical/Health Branch of (Area) 

Regional EOC regarding need to evacuate patients from 

skilled nursing facilities in (Name) County. Requesting 

destination in adjacent counties.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services PH: Public 

Health

57121 11:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5, 1 (State Office of Emergency Services) mission tasks (State) 

National Guard to provide transport.

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) JEOC requests air 

transportation assistance to move (Advance Mission 

Support Team (MST)) liaison to affected area Medical 

Operations Center.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency

61981 11:30 Multimedia Phone State's Conservation 

Corps State's Conservation Corps Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) Regional EOC

11 Assign (State's Conservation Corps) agency representative at 

(Area) Regional EOC to assist with resource coordination.

Request (State's Conservation Corps) agency 

representative to be assigned at the (Area) Regional EOC. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

21401 11:35 E-mail (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Director

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) ICP

1

All Deputy Directors activate Emergency Response Team and 

report to (Governor's Emergency Operations Executive Council 

(GEOEC)) Meeting

Director announces activation of DEOC and calls a 

meeting to outline response. GA: Governmental Administrative

63331 11:35 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Incident 

Commander

8 DOC working on developing assessments and incoming calls. (State's Department of Mental Health) DOC is open and is 

receiving multiple incoming calls. PH: Public Health

63931 11:40 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) duty officer

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division's 

EOC

13 (Area) Division EOC Incident Commander to assemble two 

squads of personnel to meet at predesignated assembly area.

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) calls 

(Area) Division to fill a request from (Name) Nuclear 

Plant.

LE: Law Enforcement

76021 11:45 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard State EOC5 State confirms receipt of emergency declaration.

(Area) Regional operations center has issued an 

emergency declaration. Officials have concluded the 

earthquake effects exceed the region's capability to 

respond, and are evaluating requirements for assistance.

GA: Governmental Administrative

35871 11:45 Other Governor's Office State Operations Center Controller (State) Cabinet 

Secretaries

5

Immediate response strategy discussed. Secretaries provide 

update on their areas of responsibility. Next meeting set for (Time) 

(Location)

Emergency Council meets as directed by the Governor. GA: Governmental Administrative

61951 11:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller (State's Conservation Corps) EOC 11

(State's Conservation Corps) assigns agency representative to 

State Operations Center to coordinate (State's Conservation 

Corps) resources with (State Office of Emergency Services).

(State Office of Emergency Services) State Operations 

Center requested (State's Conservation Corps) agency 

representative to State Operations Center.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

49291 11:45 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Coordinate with Unified Command at Area of Operations and 

EOC. Inform public of order in a timely manner (## minutes) to 

minimize threat from hazardous road/driving conditions outside 

park. Identify sheltered personnel with special needs. Use State 

Emergency Management System/NIMS process for the decision 

making and resolutions. Use (Response Strategies) from (State's 

Department of Pesticide Regulation) (State Parks) COG.

Park staff at (Location) (State Recreation Area) issues 

order to park visitors and park residents that roads are 

closed and that they must stay in place until further notice.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency

30601 11:45 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Use (Government phone calling credit card) card or satellite 

telephones.

Need to contact Volunteer Emergency Services Team 

(VESM )members to verify that Regional EOC is staffed 

and to give them DOC POC information. However, all 

phone lines in (Area) (State) are down.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

46391 11:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) ICPs 5, 6 Field requests from HQ DOC.

DOC Incident Commander contacts (Name) Incident 

Commanders in (City) and (City) and requests resources 

to support medical services in (City).

GA: Governmental Administrative

25501 11:45 Multimedia Phone (Volunteer) Agency 

Representative in SOC (Volunteer) Controller (Volunteer) DOC 15 Report on the assessment is provided or a time when the assessment will be completed is provided.

Hello this is your agency representative in the State 

Operations Center. I have been asked for (Volunteers) to 

do an assessment of the status of all volunteer centers 

around the State

GA: Governmental Administrative

64261 11:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) DOC

8 Emergency Response Team staff responds. Establish communications, alert, and request response 

from Emergency Response Team staff. PH: Public Health

72501 11:45 E-mail DoD-NORTHCOM 

(Northern Command) FEMA Region (#) DoD-Defense Coordinating Element

5

Defense Coordinating Element/DCO will route Mission 

Assignment through formal process with ultimate tasking going to 

JTF-(##) ARNORTH.

FEMA requests additional Federal assistance to meet 

anticipated and ongoing patient transportation 

requirements using rotary wing assets.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

42711 11:50 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC 

Director

8, 13, 7

Call (State's Highway Patrol/Police) at (###-###-####) to activate 

(State's Department of Public Health)-(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) MOU at Remote Storage Site (RSS) Warehouse.

Request JEOC Director to contact (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert 

Center) Center to activate MOU.

PH: Public Health

21711 11:50 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) (State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

13

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) duty officer will 

obtain the appropriate information from (State's Department of 

Public Health) to notify the appropriate (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division Commander.

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) duty officer from 

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) will 

retrieve the (State's Department of Public Health) MOU 

and obtain the required information per SOP to initiate the 

proper response from the proper (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division.

LE: Law Enforcement

76001 11:50 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard5

Chief of Staff calls for review of plan for airspace management of 

National Guard aviation response assets and assessment of need 

for additional capability to restore runways and provide airspace 

control

All air traffic is diverted from the affected area and 

assessment of runways is conducted at airports in the 

affected areas.

GA: Governmental Administrative

42731 11:59 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

SimCell/(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

Warning Center/State 

Operations Center Public 

Health Branch

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(Division 

of Communicable 

Disease Control) 

Representative

8, 10, 4 Contact affected companies and provide a (##) question survey to 

each. Receive completed surveys from affected companies.

Multiple calls come in from (City) as refinery and chemical 

plants and storages were damaged. HazMat teams are 

overwhelmed, and some regular fire fighters were injured 

fighting the flame on a (refinery type) unit with chemical 

foams at (Oil Company Name) Refinery in (City). They are 

asking for technical assistance and occupational 

directions.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat) PH: Public 

Health

21621 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller Affected Division 

Commanders

1 Mobile Field Force commander will receive a call to assimilate the 

Mobile Field Force.

Affected Division Commanders will call in and assimilate 

the Mobile Field Force to the designated assembly area. LE: Law Enforcement

36851 12:00 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

SOC

SOC Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 4

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center agency representative to provide resource 

status report to State Operations Center Director.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center agency representative to provide 

resource status report.

FS: Fire Service

64021 12:00 Other (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller (State's Conservation Corps) EOCs Statewide 11

(State's Conservation Corps) Information Systems to assess and 

initiate (Operational Recovery Plan (ORP)) plan to assist (Area) 

(State's Conservation Corps) locations with technical options.

Activate (State's Conservation Corps) (Operational 

Recovery Plan (ORP)) for the (Area) (State's 

Conservation Corps) locations.

GA: Governmental Administrative

54511 12:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller (State's Conservation Corps) EOCs Statewide 11 Activate (State's Conservation Corps) EOC. Activate (State's Conservation Corps) EOC to assist with (State Office of Emergency Services) crew requests. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

30671 12:00 Other Media SimCell Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 Broadcast shown in DOC and ICPs. PIO and Plans/Intelligence 

reaction.

Roads out of the affected area are packed with cars as 

displaced residents evacuate. Video clips of evacuations. LE: Law Enforcement

30701 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO 

responds.

The State Operations Center is requesting contact 

information for the (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) PIO. (Governor's Office of Emergency 

Services) may establish a JIC at the State Operations 

Center.

LE: Law Enforcement

41881 12:00 Other (State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

DOC

11 DOC Director informs personnel and executives.

(Name) notifies (State's Department of Food and 

Agriculture) DOC about building fire due to an explosion 

from a nearby propane tank across the street. One person 

is missing an may be still in the building.

27471 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(Name of Department 

Secretary)

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

EOC Director

11

DOC Director assigns GIS staff to map field offices in relation to 

the quake map. DOC Director has Division Chiefs report on their 

field staff status.

The Undersecretary wants to know the condition of all 

affected (State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

offices. This information must be included in the SitRep 

(Time).

39581 12:00 E-mail (State's Department of 

Public Health) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical Branch) (Medical 

Waste Management Program) Representative

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical 

Branch)

8

(Medical Waste Management Program) representative in JEOC 

monitors situation and advises (Environmental Medical Branch) 

chief on potential Medical Waste issues.

(Name),(Name) and (Name) counties report several 

hospitals heavily damaged by quake. PH: Public Health

21341 12:00 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller (Drinking Water) (State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC will survey District 

Offices (if standing), (State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

and utilities and provide a quantitative reply. Likely little or no 

information at this time

What is the status of drinking water outages in the affected 

area?

GA: Governmental Administrative PH: Public 

Health

31011 12:00 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller (Drinking Water) (State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC 8, 12, 3

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC will inquire of 

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) and wastewater utilities 

of their status. Likely little or no response at this time.

What is the status of wastewater collection and treatment in 

the affected areas?

GA: Governmental Administrative PH: Public 

Health

39561 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Hospital 

Preparedness Program) 

Coordinator

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Medical/Health 

Operational Area 

Coordinators), (Regional 

Disaster Medical Health 

Coordinators)

8 Information received to be used for planning.

A (SitRep) is requested from affected/unaffected 

(Operational Areas) with hospital bed availability 

immediately and projected from (#), (##), and(##) hours.

PH: Public Health

42741 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program) DOC

(State's Department of Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program)

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

Nonimpacted District 

Offices

2

Conference call to determine situation, priorities and needs for 

(Drinking Water Program). How to cover nonresponding offices. 

Develop IAP.

Multidistrict Coordination conference call. PH: Public Health

54661 12:00 Hand-delivered

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10

DOC staff may consolidate information from (Locality) and 

(Locality) to brief the (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Director.

DOC staff will update Director and management.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

50361 12:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Contact REOC to get shelter information, (National Shelter 

System (NSS)) and work with ARC to get additional data.

State Operations Center is requesting shelter locations, 

counts, and unmet needs. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

50441 12:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) (Area) 

Regional EOC Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) (Area) 

Region Mass Care and 

Shelter Branch

6

Begin a shelter data base, contact list, and mark the board 

showing shelter information in the Regional EOC. Check the 

(National Shelter System (NSS)).

(State's Department of Social Services) Planning and 

Intelligence is requesting shelter locations and counts 

every morning by (Time) a.m.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

63961 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (Area) 

Division's (Mobile Field 

Force) Commander

1 (Mobile Field Force) Commander to assemble two squad-size 

elements to assemble at (Assembly Area).

(Area) Division Commander to call the (Mobile Field 

Force) Commander to assemble two squad-size elements 

to assemble at (Assembly Area).

LE: Law Enforcement

56621 12:00 Hand-delivered

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Representative

5 Designated PIO to respond to the JIC. Division Commander to appoint a PIO to respond to the 

JIC. LE: Law Enforcement

57011 12:00 Hand-delivered

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

Commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division's 

EOC

5 (Control Post #) activated and staffed. (Area/Regional) Division commander to activate (Control 

Post #). LE: Law Enforcement

64271 12:00 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) DOC

8 Emergency Response team receives update on scenario. Brief each Emergency Response team staff within (#) 

hours. PH: Public Health

21611 12:00 Other (Name Air Force 

Reserve Base), (State) Controller DoD-NORTHCOM 5, 1

Exercise Players will not be able to use (Name Air Force Reserve 

Base), (State) as a (Base Support Installation (BSI)) or a (Federal 

Operations Staging Area (FOSA)). Base Support Installation 

and/or Federal Operations Staging Area selection process will 

continue.

Acting as (Name Air Force Reserve Base), (State) 

provides the following status when requested by Exercise 

Players: (Name Air Force Reserve Base), (State) airfield 

is closed due to extensive damage to both runways from a 

(#.#) magnitude earthquake at (Time) and a (#.#) 

magnitude aftershock at (Time).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency GA: 

Governmental Administrative

65801 12:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)7

Phone call. Has GSA identified a team leader and team members 

of structural engineers that can inspect their buildings in (Area) 

(State)?

Local GSA Inspectors deployed to inspect Federal 

Buildings. (Entered by FEMA (Region (#)). EMA: Emergency Management Agency
6401

1 12:00 Multimedia Phone

Occupational Safety and 

Health Administration 

(OSHA) Region (#)

OSHA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) 8

OSHA Region (#) (Worker Safety and Health Support Annex 

(WSHSA)) coordinator stationed at JFO (or other location 

determined by FEMA) as advisor to FEMA Safety Officer; prepare 

to convene/chair Federal Safety and Health Council; assist Safety 

Officer with (Health and Safety Plan) development; station (#) 

safety and industrial hygiene personnel for environmental sampling 

and (Worker Safety and Health Support Annex (WSHSA)) 

outreach; notional recall up to (##) additional regional personnel; 

notional request to OSHA National Office for up to (####) 

additional technical personnel to include health and specialized 

response teams (i.e., CBRNE and Structural).

FEMA Region (#) requests (Worker Safety and Health 

Support Annex (WSHSA)) via OSHA Region (#). PH: Public Health

54521 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller HQ Staff 13

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) commander 

will approve the request and have (Emergency Notification and 

Tactical Alert Center) duty officer call the affected Division's EOC.

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) duty 

officer will advise (Emergency Notification and Tactical 

Alert Center) commander of the request from (State's 

Department of Public Health) for the (Strategic National 

Stockpile) MOU activation.

LE: Law Enforcement

76061 12:00 Multimedia Phone (The Adjutant General) (State) National Guard (State Office of 

Emergency Services)

5 Develop paperwork for (support) request. (The Adjutant General) recommends Governor request 

(status) for National Guard forces operating in the State. GA: Governmental Administrative

69151 12:00 Other

(State's Foundation for 

Independent Living 

Centers)

(State's Foundation for Independent Living 

Centers) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Appropriate State Office 

or Department)

6 Try alternate communication routes and expect delays in 

community needs identification.

Phone communication is down at (Address), must use 

alternate modes of communication. PH: Public Health

25471 12:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Department of Fish and Game)/(Office 

of Spill Protection and Response) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

11, 10

The (State's Department of Fish and Game)/(Office of Spill 

Protection and Response) enforcement representative will provide 

information on how (State's Department of Fish and Game)/(Office 

of Spill Protection and Response) will handle the response.

(State Office of Emergency Services) Warning Center is 

notifying that a (###,###)-gallon tank containing crude oil 

has failed at the (National Oil Company) (Location/Name) 

refinery.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

47911 12:00 E-mail DoD-(Name) AFB 

(State)

(Department of Defense (DoD))-HQ (Us Air 

Force (USAF)) Other 5, 10, 3

Inject will be sent to HQ Air Force Materiel Command who will 

pass the base status information up the chain to HQ USAF who 

will pass the information to the Joint Staff. Air Force personnel will 

evaluate the impact of the damage and respond as needed.

As a result of the initial earthquake and subsequent 

aftershocks, (Name) AFB (State) has sustained the 

following damage: Damage to the fuel storage area has 

resulted in a fuel spill of (###)-gallons of fuel; a fire in 

Hangar (##) has caused substantial structural damage 

and destroyed (#) XF-22 aircraft.

65671 12:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector (Business Executives for National Security) 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14

Call routed to State Operations (Center Business Operations 

Center) or (State Office of Emergency Services) (Donations 

Management). Donation entered into (Response Information 

Management System) or (Aid Matrix). Contact information is 

passed to private sector liaisons in State Operations Center and 

affected Operational Area EOCs.

(National Store Chain) HQ in (City) calling to offer 

donations. Whom should they coordinate with?

69741 12:00 Other State Operations Center 

Safety Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Safety Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on what to 

do in the case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics stress etc

Identify Safety Officer to provide information to State 

Operations Center staff and comment on what to do in the 

case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics stress etc

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

76071 12:05 E-mail SimCell (State) National Guard All Participants5

(Joint Staff Policy and Plans (J5)) begins to plan for forward 

operations. (The Adjutant General (AG)) requests estimates; 

(Joint Planning Group (JPG)) should begin determining needs 

beyond (##) hours.

Governor (Name) has declared a State of Emergency for 

(Area) (State) and all affected counties. He has requested 

a disaster declaration and activation of the Stafford Act for 

disaster assistance. In his statement, he referenced 

massive chaos, confusion, traffic gridlock, panic, crowd 

control, perimeter control, casualty treatment, and 

decontamination challenges.

GA: Governmental Administrative

39591 12:05 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) Locals

(State's Department of Public Health) Division 

Chief

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Division 

of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease 

Control)/(Environmental 

Health Laboratory 

Branch) Liaison

8, 6

Several fact sheets and public information releases are issued 

based on (Division of Environmental and Occupational Disease 

Control) inputs. All outdoor emergency workers (shelter-in-place 

order was issued since the first day, and the order is not lifted yet) 

are warned to wear proper respirators (PAPR with chemical filter) 

to protect themselves, and seek medical help immediately if feeling 

sick.

The air pollution from the refinery and chemical plant and 

storage fires has persisted for certain areas because of 

lack of winds to disperse them. Chemical smog is 

extremely dangerous to people with respiratory difficulty.

PH: Public Health

76101 12:10 Other (State Office of 

Emergency Services) (State) National Guard All Participants

5

(State) National Guard (Public Affairs Liaison Officer) links with 

(State Office of Emergency Services) and coordinates messaging; 

(Public Affairs Liaison Officer) prepares messages for (State) 

National Guard community; (State) National Guard is embedded in 

JIC once it is stoodup.

Governor, (State Office of Emergency Services) and (The 

Adjutant General) release message to public informing 

them of the situation, releasing important safety 

information, and explaining what the State is doing to assist 

the public.

GA: Governmental Administrative

54531 12:10 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division's 

EOC

13 Affected Division Commander will activate the required personnel 

and assemble them at the (Location) (Remote Storage) site.

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) duty 

officer will notify affected Division's (Emergency 

Preparedness Committee (EPC)) of the location of the 

(Remote Storage) site and special requests from (State's 

Department of Public Health).

LE: Law Enforcement

31141 12:11 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Field 

Force) (Area Control 

Centers)

11, 10, 3, 12 Verify seepage alarm is accurate and report.

High seepage alarm at (Name) Dam is triggered at 

(Location) and (Area Control Centers) for exercise 

purposes, somebody will pick up the float at the site to test 

that it is functioning.

64051 12:15 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State Office of Emergency Services) Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 4 (State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center shift representative briefs HQ Duty Chief.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center agency representative to notify HQ Duty 

Chief of incident and pending requests.

FS: Fire Service GA: Governmental 

Administrative

76191 12:15 Other

(National Guard Bureau) 

Joint Operations Center 

(JOC)

(State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5

JOC provides (National Guard Bureau) with prioritized list of 

anticipated requirements and ask for list, costs ,and timeline to 

receive needed capabilities in order to coordinate EMAC request 

with (State Office of Emergency Services).

Based on Governor's reported declaration (National Guard 

Bureau) offers assistance to (State) National Guard in 

identifying available NG aviation, medical, HazMat, search 

and rescue, security, and communication resources that 

could be made available through EMAC.

GA: Governmental Administrative

76161 12:15 E-mail NORTHCOM (State) National Guard JTF-CS5 NORTHCOM sends copy of (Expedited Disaster Declaration 

Request (EDDR)) to JTF CS

NORTHCOM sends a copy of the (State) (Expedited 

Disaster Declaration) request GA: Governmental Administrative

47931 12:15 E-mail DoD-(Name) AFB 

(State) DoD-HQ U.S. Air Force (USAF) Other

5

Inject will be sent to HQ (Air Force Space Command) who will 

pass the base status information up the chain HQ USAF who will 

pass the information to the Joint Staff. Air Force personnel will 

evaluate the impact of the damage and respond as needed.

As a result of the earthquake and subsequent aftershocks, 

(Name) AFB (State) has sustained the following damage: 

Due to extensive track damage immediately outside the 

base, rail supply capability is indefinitely disrupted until 

evaluations and repairs can be made.

69781 12:15 Other State Operations Center 

Security Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Security Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on what to 

do about security issues

Identify Security Officer to provide information to State 

Operations Center staff and comment on security issues. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69821 12:20 Other State Operations Center 

Logistics Chief

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

7

At beginning of each shift, the Logistics Chief is identified to State 

Operations Center staff to comment on meal times and ask staff to 

notify of any dietary concerns.

Logistics Chief provides information on meals served at 

State Operations Center. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

64061 12:25 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State Office of Emergency Services) Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 5 Phone call to Executive Management explaining situation.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) 

Executive Management briefing from (State's Department 

of Forestry and Fire Protection) representative.

FS: Fire Service GA: Governmental 

Administrative

30641 12:30 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

15 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO 

responds.

(Call letters from Local TV News Station) News has 

questions regarding damage to (State's Department of 

Corrections and Rehabilitation) facilities. What facilities 

have been damaged? Have there been any deaths or 

injuries to staff or inmates? Have inmates escaped? Is the 

public safe?

LE: Law Enforcement

21451 12:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) ICPs 6, 8 Each ICP has stood up to support DOC. Each ICP to contact (State's Department of Veterans 

Affairs) DOC to confirm that they are fully functional. GA: Governmental Administrative

65191 12:30 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) State 

Operations Center 

Representative

13

Simulate air transportation from (Name) AFB. Attend load 

planning class with (State's Highway Patrol/Police) at (Name) 

AFB.

(State's Department of Transportation) State Operations 

Center representative, in discussion with (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) State Operations Center representative, 

initiates opportunity to coordinate with (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) for air transport of (State's Department of 

Transportation) HQ structural engineers to (Area) (State) 

area to conduct bridge inspections. ((State's Department 

of Transportation) simulates mission tasking process to 

(State Office of Emergency Services) for air 

transportation).

PW: Public Works

76221 12:30 Multimedia Phone (The Adjutant General) (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5

J-Staff gathers relevant state, USGS, HAZUS, Shake Map data, 

operations intelligence and intelligence products produced; Initial 

(Concept of Operations Plan) developed; initial intelligence and 

operational products gathered; initial (report) prepared.

(The Adjutant General) requests a (SitRep) on current 

situation; a brief on status of available (State) National 

Guard resources; and briefing on how to control the 

numerous requests for information

GA: Governmental Administrative

46251 12:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5, 6, 8

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) requests 

assistance from (Governor's Office of Emergency 

Services) in identifying mobilization centers for medical 

resources

EMS: Emergency Medical Services EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency

46341 12:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5, 6, 8

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC requests (Mobile Field Hospital) vendor 

to begin movement of (#) (Mobile Field Hospital)s to mobilization 

center. (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) recommends 

to (State Office of Emergency Services) that (Mobile Field 

Hospital), which was set up for Veterans Day week training event 

at (Name) Air Reserve Base, be converted to actual use 

immediately. (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

requests assistance from (State Office of Emergency Services) 

for security to (Name) Air Reserve Base. (State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) requests assistance for transport of 

(Mobile Field Hospital) from (Locality) and (Locality).

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) JEOC is deploying (Mobile 

Field Hospitals (MFHs)). (State Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) requests mission tasking to deploy (#) 

(Mobile Field Hospital)s to staging area in (Area) (State).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency

41941 12:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

13, 5, 6, 8 Pictures to be provided for rapid damage assessment, see 

attached file for latitude and longitude information.

Request (State's Highway Patrol/Police) to take pictures of 

hospitals at the following coordinates (####-####). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

47941 12:30 E-mail (Name) Air Reserve 

Base (ARB), (State) DoD-HQ USAF Other

5

Inject will be sent to HQ AFRC who will pass the base status 

information up the chain to HQ USAF who will pass the information 

to the Joint Staff. Air Force personnel will evaluate the impact of 

the damage and respond as needed.

In addition to runway damage making the airfield unusable, 

(Name) ARB (State) has sustained the following damage: 

Hangar (##) has collapsed and caused significant damage 

to (#) (Type/Name of Aircraft) aircraft parked inside.

49061 12:33 Field Device (radio) (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area 

Field District) (Area 

Control Center)

3 Activate EAP for (Name) dam; establish (Incident Command 

Team) at dam.

Onsite monitoring of (Name) Dam report verifies seepage 

alarm. Excessive seepage is occurring at the toe.

FS: Fire Service LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications PH: Public 

Health

49311 12:45 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Check communications and backup abilities; have regular meeting 

to update the visitors and determine special needs of group 

(medical, food, shelter, fuel); check park systems (water, power, 

sewer, etc.).

Update status of sheltered visitors to determine if 

communications are functional with higher and dispatch. 

Are redundant systems available? What is the status of the 

visitors? Is there damage to the park that may impact 

visitors?

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

64281 12:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Assigned 

Staff

8 Counties and Metro report status. Repeated (#) daily.

Make appropriate notifications and communication with 

Metro, psychiatric health facilities, mental health 

rehabilitation centers, and counties.

PH: Public Health

48611 12:45 E-mail DoD-(Name) AFB DoD-HQ USAF Other5

Inject will be sent to HQ AFSPC who will pass the base status 

information up the chain to HQ USAF who will pass the information 

to the Joint Staff. Air Force personnel will evaluate the impact of 

the damage and respond as needed.

As a result of the initial earthquake and subsequent 

aftershocks, (Name) AFB (State) has sustained the 

following damage: (Name) Center is severely damaged 

and has a degraded capability.

21651 13:00 Field Device (radio) (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller Affected Division Commanders 13 Division EOC will give (Situation Report) to (Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center).

Mobile Field Force Commander will check personnel and 

equipment, fill out required forms, and notify the Division 

EOC of status of the Mobile Field Force.

LE: Law Enforcement

28591 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(Name of Appropriate 

Person)

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller Assigned DOC Director 11 Plans Section Chief begins the SitRep analysis.

(Name of Department Director) wants a SitRep by (Time). 

He wants to know the status of all (State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) field staff, field offices, and possible 

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) response.

36861 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

State Operations Center Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 4

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center agency representative to contact (Area) REOC 

agency representative to coordinate incident status report, 

resource list, and outstanding orders.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center agency representative to contact (Area) 

REOC agency representative to coordinate incident status 

report.

FS: Fire Service

64081 13:00 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State Office of Emergency Services) Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 4 (State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) (first shift) 

and HQ Duty Chief update on status and commitment of resources.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) State 

Operations Center and REOC (First Shift) update.

FS: Fire Service GA: Governmental 

Administrative

64001 13:00 Other (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller

(State's Conservation 

Corps) Centers 

Statewide

11 Activate COOP/COG.

Based on facility damages, communication disruption, or 

personnel shortages some southern (State's Conservation 

Corps) sites activate the COOP/COG Plan.

GA: Governmental Administrative

54671 13:00 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) - 

(Correctional Facility 

(Name of Facility))

13 (Correctional Facility (Name of Facility)) PIO prepares a 

response.

Local Reporter to (Correctional Facility (Name of Facility)) 

PIO: How badly damaged is (Name) Prison? Are your staff 

reporting for duty despite damage to the area? How are you 

maintaining control of the institution? Have any inmates 

escaped?

54691 13:00 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) - 

(Correctional Facility 

(Name of a Second 

Facility))

13 (Correctional Facility (Name of a Second Facility)) PIO prepares 

response

Local Reporter to (Name Prison) PIO: How badly damaged 

is (Name) Prison? Are your staff reporting for duty despite 

damage to the area? How are you maintaining control of 

the institution despite damage and reduced staff? Have any 

inmates escaped?

30661 13:00 Multimedia Phone Media Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO 

responds.

Will (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) respond to unconfirmed reports that prison 

walls are falling down? How are you managing to keep 

order? Have inmates escaped?

28601 13:00 E-mail

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

DOC Director

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

Division Chiefs

11

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) DOC Director 

requests (State's Department of Food and Agriculture) Division 

Chiefs to provide status updates on their field offices/staff to the 

DOC

Executive Staff need a SitRep by (Time) containing 

information about affected staff, affected offices, and 

possible (State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

response

44841 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1

Report to DOC, status of communications, resources available, 

and any intelligence updates. First direct contact with (Appropriate 

area) area command post.

(Area) Division Command Post confirms communications 

with (Area) DOC and provides status report of location and 

available staff.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

21091 13:00 Hand-delivered Media (State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8 PIO from JIC issues areawide Boil-Water Notice. Multiple Areas in (Name), (Name), (Name), (Name) and 

(Name) Counties are reporting widespread water outages. PW: Public Works PH: Public Health

42761 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program) DOC

(State's Department of Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program)

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Locality) 

(Locality), and (Locality) 

Offices

8 Integrate into Operational Area EOC as agency representatives 

for (Drinking Water Program).

District engineers need to report to their Operational Area 

EOC and integrate in as agency representatives for 

(Drinking Water Program).

PH: Public Health

43071 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State) EPA EOC Director

(State) EPA EOC 

(Department of Toxic 

Substance Control) 

Representative

10

(Department of Toxic Substance Control) prepares for dispatch 

and confirms method of transport to (Area) (State) with Office of 

Military through the State Operations Center. (State) EPA 

Director analyses logistical issues involved. Transportation 

assistance by State Operations Center/Office of the Military will be 

required.

State Operations Center Operations requests (State) EPA 

Director to send all available resources to Area Command 

Main Staging Area in (Area) (State) for indefinite 

deployment. Mission task is on (Response Information 

Management System).

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

65351 13:00 E-mail (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller

(State's Health and 

Human Services Agency) 

Secretary

8 All Executive Management will report status of assessments daily 

to (State's Department of Mental Health) DOC.

(State's Department of Mental Health) DOC briefs (State's 

Health and Human Services Agency) Secretary on status 

of State hospitals, mental health rehabilitation centers, and 

psychiatric health facilities.

PH: Public Health

21601 13:00 E-mail (State's Department of 

Mental Health) Controller

(State's Health and 

Human Services Agency) 

Secretary

8

Informational briefings are transmitted to Department of Health 

and Human Services Secretary (#) daily for record-keeping and 

information requested by the Governor.

Necessary information gathered (#) daily that includes; 

status, needs, progress, and information requested that 

pertains to county conditions and activities.

GA: Governmental Administrative

31051 13:00 Other

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) EOC 

Incident Commander

2

DOC Coordinator contacts the EOC Incident Commander, 

relating that the DOC is active, and may need assistance from the 

EOC (administrative, technical, logistical, etc.).

DOC Coordinator contacts the EOC Incident Commander.

57421 13:00 Other FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) State Operations Center FEMA Operations5

(Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT)) receives 

briefing from (State Office of Emergency Services); JIC is 

established and integrated (State and Federal); (Unified 

Coordination Group (UCG)) is established and formalized

(Name) (Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT)) 

arrives at the State Operations Center. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69141 13:00 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Appropriate State Office 

or Department)

(State's Foundation for Independent Living 

Centers) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services)

6 Community needs are identified. Community needs meet goals:(##-

##) percent.

Activate Disability Community Response Network to 

assess community needs on local level and relay 

information to (State Office of Emergency Services). (State 

Office of Emergency Services) to determine course of 

action.

PH: Public Health

46291 13:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(Regional Disaster 

Medical Health 

Specialists (RDMHS))

8

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) JEOC requests assistance 

from Region (#) and Region (#) (Regional Disaster 

Medical and Health Specialists (RDMHSs)) in identifying 

staging area(s) for (Area Support Teams (AST)).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

65681 13:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector (Business Executives for National Security) 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14

Donation entered into (Response Information Management 

System) or (Name of tracking system) State. State Operations 

Center private sector liaison contacts (Name) County EOC private 

sector liaison and relief agencies like Red Cross to identify need, 

talks to (State's Department of Transportation) for safe route, and 

calls back to (Name of Company) with information.

(Name of Company) in (City) wants to donate a truckload of 

bottled water. Where do you want it delivered? Which 

highways are open from (City) into (Name) County?

30961 13:00 Multimedia Phone (Water Infrastructure 

(WaterISAC)) EPA Controller (Drinking Water) EPA 10

EPA to request information from (State's Department of Public 

Health) JEOC, then relay to (Water Infrastructure (WaterISAC)). 

(State's Department of Public Health) may request information 

from District engineers and (State's Utilities Emergency 

Association). Likely little or no information available at this time.

What is the status of drinking water systems in the affected 

area?

GA: Governmental Administrative PH: Public 

Health

49011 13:12 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area 

Field District) (Area 

Control Center)

10 Implement appropriate additional security measures, including 

requesting law enforcement assistance.

Due to extensive damage to (State Water Project) (SWP)) 

facilities and (Name of Drinking water area) basin, (Area 

Field District) initiates elevating (State Water Project) 

(SWP)) Threat Warning Level in (Area Field District) to 

Threat Level - (#) (Color)

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

48571 13:13 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10

Park units review interagency agreements potential. Prepare for 

possible mutual aid request from (State's Department of Water 

Resources).

(State's Department of Water Resources) local threat level 

change for (State's Water Project) in (Area) (State) should 

trigger review of actions for parks sharing facilities with 

the State Water Project (State's Water Project) managed 

by (State's Department of Water Resources)).

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

43081 13:15 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State) EPA EOC Director

(State) EPA (State) (Air 

Resources Board) EOC 

BDO Rep

10

(State) (Air Resources Board) (ARB)) carries out necessary 

steps to deploy crews to (Area) (State) for indefinite deployment. 

Transportation assistance by State Operations Center/Office of 

Military required. Mission task by State Operations Center.

State Operations Center Operations mission tasks (State) 

EPA EOC Director through (State) (Air Resources Board) 

to dispatch (State) (Air Resources Board) monitoring 

crews to (Area) (State), reporting to the Area Commander, 

main staging area for indefinite deployment. Mission task 

on (Response Information Management System).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat)

57581 13:15 Multimedia Phone FEMA FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Logistics 5, 7 In coordination with NRCC, establish procedure for tracking 

resource deployment and arrival times and locations.

Implement deployment of (Civil Infrastructure Security) 

(CIS)) push packages. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

63971 13:20 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (Mobile 

Field Force) (MFF) 

Commander

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) (Name of 

Division) Division's 

(Mobile Field Force) 

Commander

1 (Name of Division) Division EOC to call (Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert Center) with (SitRep).

(Mobile Field Force) Commander to call (Name of 

Division) Division EOC when squads are assembled and 

all paperwork, equipment, and personnel are accounted for.

LE: Law Enforcement

31071 13:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller Assigned DOC Director 11 Information is documented for the SitRep. DOC Director assigns DOC staff to assist (Name of person).

(Name of Person) informs the DOC that the building is on 

fire. He has two staff injured. He has not been able to notify 

the building owner

64071 13:30 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

State Operations Center Controller

(State's Department of 

Forestry and Fire 

Protection)

11, 4 (State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) (Duty Shift) 

and PIO develop press release.

(State's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) 

issues press release.

FS: Fire Service GA: Governmental 

Administrative

63991 13:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

commanders

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) 

(Emergency Notification 

and Tactical Alert 

Center) Duty Officer

13

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) duty officer to 

enter information into (Response Information Management 

System) for State reporting.

(Name of Division) Division EOC to call (Emergency 

Notification and Tactical Alert Center) with (Sit Rep). LE: Law Enforcement

76241 13:30 Multimedia Phone Chief of Staff (COS) (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JFHQ

5 (Courses of Action (COAs)) and (Concept of Operations) 

(CONOPs)) developed for (#) JTFs.

The (The Adjutant General) expects that response 

operations will require establishment of (#) JTFs. (The 

Adjutant General) and Chief of Staff direct the JFHQ to 

develop at least (#) ((Courses of Action (COAs)) and 

perform (Military Decision Making Process) (MDMP)) 

analysis on the recommended (Courses of Action 

(COAs)), as well as a (Concept of Operations) 

(CONOPs)) brief

GA: Governmental Administrative

21041 13:30 Other

DoD-JTF-CS (Joint 

Task Force-Civil 

Support)

Controller DoD-NORTHCOM5

N-NC J-4 will determine and negotiate best basing plan for 

((CBRNE) Consequence Management Response Force) 

(CCMRF)) assets

JTF-CS requests N-NC determine BSI for ((CBRNE) 

Consequence Management Response Force) (CCMRF)) 

support in (Area) (State)

57611 13:30 Other FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 5, 14

FEMA RA asks various agencies in Region (#) whether they have 

declared a COOP event in (Area) (State)? Note: (City) (Federal 

Executive Branch) (FEB)) POC is (Name of Person) at (###) ###-

#### Fax (###) ###-####. E-mail (Name) (First Name).(Last 

Name)@dhs.gov. Federal Agencies with local offices (Area) 

(State) should initiate COOP procedures.

Begin COOP procedures. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57631 13:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 5, 7, 1

Mission Assignments (#), (#): Display all established routes on 

maps; coordinate with State on designation of priority routes based 

on: initial assessments of roads and bridges , initial assessments 

of damage and need , location of (Forward Operating Staging 

Areas (FOSAs)) and routes for incoming resources ; provide 

support for situational awareness and assessments: reports from 

in-region Federal aerial assets, e.g. US Coast Guard; coordinate 

with State to establish transportation priorities for open routes; 

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) establishes control on priority 

routes.

In coordination with State, establish regional priority routes 

for responder transportation.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat)

57641 13:30 E-mail FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 7, 5

Possible Mission Assignments to FSE 1, FSE 7, (Defense 

Coordinating Element (DCE)), (U.S. Coast Guard (CG)), 

(Customs Borders Protection (CBP)), (Transportation Security 

Administration (TSA)), (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)) 

display all operational airport and helispot information on maps. 

Coordinate with FAA, TSA, and airport authorities (including 

military airfields) to conduct assessments of operational status. 

Coordinate with State to establish priorities for use of aerial 

assets, e.g., movement of first responders and critical supplies in, 

movement of injured out, situational awareness; establish control of 

airspace; establish loading/unloading, refueling, and maintenance 

points for inbound rotary wing aircraft: (State) Fire air bases, 

(State) Air National Guard bases, Municipal/regional airports in 

the (City/Region) Area and (Area) (State); designate helispots in 

heavily impacted areas, pickup points for injured, sites capable of 

accommodating supplies; mobilize DoD rotary wing assets: 

medium and heavy-lift, search and rescue, U.S. Navy multihelispot 

vessels to provide additional capacity for lan.

Establish air transport system and air bridges. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

41441 13:30 Multimedia Phone (Operational Area) EOC (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

Medical/Health Branch at 

(Area) REOC

8

Med/Health Branch at (Area) REOC sends request to State 

Operations Center, which sends request to (State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

JEOC. (State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) JEOC determines number of medical 

personnel needed. (State's Department of Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical Services Agency) JEOC activates (Disaster 

Healthcare Volunteers) and (Medical Reserve Corps) to fulfill 

request.

Operational Areas are establishing general population and 

medical shelters. Assistance is requested for medical staff 

to report to a (###) person general population shelter and 

(###) person medical shelter.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

49021 13:33 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

(Area Communications 

Center)

10

Coordination between (State's Department of Water Resources) 

and (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) is based on 

terms of interagency agreement.

(Area) REOC request (State's Department of Pesticide 

Regulation) to provide liaison to (State's Department of 

Water Resources) EOC.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

50381 13:35 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 DOC will evaluate the ability to respond to request for liaison. 

(State Office of Emergency Services) REOC forwards 

tasking for (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

representative at DWR DOC because of potential State 

Water Project dam site failures and potential invocation of 

law enforcement interagency agreement. 

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PW: Public Works

57661 13:45 E-mail FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 6, 8

Possible Mission Assignments to 1, 6, 8, Defense Coordinating 

Element: deploy durable specialized equipment to designated 

shelters ; support (State) Department of Social Services activation 

of the Functional Assessment and Service Team system to conduct 

a functional assessment of people with disabilities and elderly as 

they arrive at shelters; establish transportation fleet of vehicles for 

special needs population.

Develop plans to provide transportation, equipment, and 

services to support special needs populations. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57671 13:50 Multimedia Phone FEMA HQ FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations5

The objective of this conference call is to deconflict requirements. 

The (Onscene Coordinator) (OSC)) should be prepared to speak 

to the expected requirements over the next several days for (Area) 

(State). Also be prepared to address any logistical or coordination 

issues that (Operations Section Chief (OSC)) may have. The 

caller suggests the (Operations Section Chief (OSC)) talk with 

(Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO)) about limiting factors.

The NRCC Operations administrative assistant calls 

direct and gives the (Operations Section Chief (OSC)) 

advanced notice that there will be a conference call 

between (Time and Time).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

30651 14:00 Multimedia Phone Media Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO 

responds.

Reporter: Is it true that your facilities in the disaster area 

are badly damaged and understaffed due to prison guards 

not reporting for work? How are you maintaining control of 

the institution? Have any inmates escaped?

LE: Law Enforcement
6056

1 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) 

Continuity of Operations 

(COOP)/Continuity of 

Government (COG) 

1, 14 Activate Operations Section and COOP/COG Branch. Activate Operations Section with Operations Chief and 

COOP/COG Branch.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

46461 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical 

Branch)

8 (State's Department of Public Health) to be contacted via State 

Operations Center representative for guidance.

(City) is requesting permission from (State's Department 

of Public Health) to increase their bed capacity beyond the 

licensed number.

GA: Governmental Administrative

21211 14:00 E-mail

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Strategic 

National Stockpile) 

(SNS))

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8 Switch over to (#) level redundant voice communications 

technology. Test Satellite phone communication with JEOC.

Cellular phone communications are down at SNS RSS 

warehouse. PH: Public Health

41161 14:00 Other

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Program 

Representatives and 

Joint Information Center 

(JIC)

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Public 

Information Officer (PIO)

8 Public receives messages.

Work with JIC and (Local Health Departments (LHDs)) to 

send out uniform public information messages to public on 

evacuation, safety in aftershocks, water and food safety, 

care for children, vulnerable populations and pets, and 

turning off gas.

PH: Public Health

43091 14:00 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State) EPA EOC Director

(State) EPA EOC 

(Department of Pesticide 

Regulation) (Area Water 

Office) Representative

10

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) is to investigate 

issues in collecting this information and provide to the EOC 

Director a date and time when the data would be ready for 

transmission to the State Operations Center. EOC Director is to 

analyze how requests involving GIS data requests will be 

managed within (State) EPA.

State Operations Center Operations requests information 

on all pesticide bulk storage in disaster areas. Listing to 

include chemical name, common name, GIS coordinates, 

and quantity (greater than (###) gallons or (####) lbs 

(excluding quantities kept on farms, ranches or orchards). 

This information is to be transmitted to (State Office of 

Emergency Services) GIS Section through the State 

Operations Center. Give estimated data transmission time 

and date. Mission task by State Operations Center on 

(Response Information Management System).

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

21191 14:00 Other

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development)

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller 

(State's Health and 

Human Services Agency) 

Secretary

6 Briefing to the Division Deputy Director. GA: Governmental Administrative HC: Health 

Care PH: Public Health

54551 14:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Site 

Security Manager

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) Division 

EOC

1 (Name) Division EOC to notify (Emergency Notification and 

Tactical Alert Center) of (SitRep).

RSS Site Security Manager to establish communications 

with (Name) Division's EOC and give (SitRep). LE: Law Enforcement

31131 14:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency)

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) Controller

(State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) State 

Operations Center 

Representative

1

(Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert Center) duty officer to 

notify controller at (Emergency Notification and Tactical Alert 

Center) of call.

State Operations Center representative to call (Emergency 

Notification and Tactical Alert Center) to request mutual 

aid support for the escort security of (State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency)'s (Mobile Field Hospital) 

(MFH))

LE: Law Enforcement PH: Public Health

64291 14:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Assigned 

Staff

6 Departments communicate and exchange status information.

(State's Department of Mental Health) State Operations 

Center staff connects and communicates with (State's 

Department of Public Health) and (State's Department of 

Social Services) at the State Operations Center.

PH: Public Health

57901 14:00 E-mail FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 5, 3, 6, 7 

Mission Assignment to ESF 3, 5, 6, 7 Shelters and first responder 

buildings (e.g., police stations). Conduct inspections for safety 

purposes. Supplement State (Safety Assessment Program) 

(SAP)) resources and State critical facility inspection efforts. 

Deploy other Federal agencies with technical capabilities, e.g., 

US Army Corps of Engineers. Deploy FEMA Public Assistance 

Program and Technical Assistance Contractor resources.

Assess safety of buildings and other structures. What is 

the status of GSA-controlled Federal buildings in (Area) 

(State).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57681 14:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA HQ FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations5 NRCC requests SitRep. Established schedule for 

submittal of SitReps at (Time) and (Time) daily. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57071 14:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

6, 1, 8

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) submits 

request to State Operations Center for (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) escort assistance for transport of (Mobile 

Field Hospitals(MFH)) from (Name) Air Field and from 

(Locality/City) to the Mobilization Center.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement

65691 14:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector (Business Executives for National Security 

(BENS)) Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

15, 14

Donation entered into (Response Information Management 

System) or (Computerized tracking system). State Operations 

Center private sector liaison contacts (Name) County EOC private 

sector liaison and relief agencies to identify needs and (State's 

Department of Transportation) for safe routes.

(Nationally Known Food Store Chain) would like to donate 

food. What do you need, and where do you want it delivered? 

How do we get trucks there? What are the safe routes?

50451 14:10 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Start finding (##,###) cots, blankets, and pillows. Request for (##,###) cots, blankets, pillows at evacuation 

centers. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57921 14:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 5

Establish loading/unloading, refueling, and maintenance points for 

inbound rotary wing aircraft. Designate landing zones in heavily 

impacted areas to serve as: drop off points for Federal response 

teams, pick up points for the injured. Mission Assignment to ESF 

1, Department of Defense, U.S. Coast Guard, State Operations 

Center

Initial access and egress to impacted areas is by 

helicopter only. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69751 14:10 Other State Operations Center 

Safety Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Safety Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on what to 

do in the case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics, stress, etc.

Identify Safety Officer to provide information to State 

Operations Center staff and comment on what to do in the 

case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics, stress, etc.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

76341 14:15 E-mail SimCell (State) National Guard State EOC5

(State) National Guard anticipates request for communications 

support; (The Adjutant General) asks for inventory of (State) 

National Guard operational communications infrastructure and 

timeline for response support; (The Adjutant General) asks for 

communication status of all (State) National Guard armories in the 

(Area) Region; (State) National Guard informs (State Office of 

Emergency Services) of available National Guard communication 

capability and recommends EMAC for available (Joint Incident Site 

Communications Capability (JISCC)) units.

All landline communications are disabled within primary 

counties (Name), (Name), (Name), (Name), and (Name) 

Counties. Multiple cell towers have collapsed, disabling 

cell phone communications. Incident Commanders are 

using emergency radio frequencies to conduct response 

efforts. Personnel are being urged to keep correspondence 

to a minimum so as not to overload the airwaves. Affected 

and concerned family members overwhelm the remaining 

cell phone communications architecture in the affected 

areas; amateur radio, satellite phones, and hand-held radio 

systems are the primary functioning systems in the (Area) 

region of the State.

GA: Governmental Administrative

41171 14:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical Branch) Rep

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical 

Branch)

8

(Environmental Medical Branch) representative in JEOC monitors 

damage reports and relays information to (Environmental Medical 

Branch) Chief, who relays information to programs including 

(Nuclear Emergency Response Program (NERP)), Institutions, 

etc.

Reports are received that earthquake may have damaged 

State run facilities that (Environmental Medical Branch) 

provides environmental health consultation services to such 

as mental institutions in (Name of County) and (Name of 

County) County.

PH: Public Health

76361 14:15 Multimedia Phone (State Office of 

Emergency Services) (State) National Guard (State) National Guard JOC 5, 7

(State) National Guard assesses capability to support potential 

request for transport of deceased victims to storage locations; 

(State) National Guard coordinates with National Guard Bureau to 

identify potential sources for body bags; Chief of Staff requests 

review of casualty affairs procedures and brief on procedures and 

recommended adjustments.

Hundreds of deaths are expected based on early 

projections of the scope and severity of the event using 

(Name of Computer Simulation Program to project 

damages and casualties) and (Name of Computer 

Simulation Program to project damages) and on early 

reporting from (Search and Rescue) teams; State EOC is 

concerned there are not enough body bags to support the 

response. (State Office of Emergency Services) requests 

(State) National Guard identify National Guard assets both 

within and outside the state to fill their potential shortfall.

GA: Governmental Administrative

76321 14:15 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5 (Public Affairs Liaison) tracks story; prepares leadership for 

interviews; coordinates with State on consistent message.

A television reporter for (Call letters for Local TV Station) 

reports a massive earthquake in (Area) (State). 

Emergency Broadcast System initiated. All regular 

scheduled television programs have been interrupted for 

special news broadcasts. Details of the event are very 

vague and early casualty reports indicate thousands dead 

and untold thousands injured or unaccounted for at this 

time. Reporters ask for interviews of State leadership to 

include National Guard leadership.

GA: Governmental Administrative

65641 14:15 Other Response and Recovery 

Branch Director State Operations Center Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5 (State Office of Emergency Services) JFO technical equipment 

and equipment initiate deployment procedures to drive to (City).

Logistics, notify Recovery Branch to activate and deploy 

JFO package to (City). GA: Governmental Administrative

69791 14:15 Other State Operations Center 

Security Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Security Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on what to 

do in the case of security issues

Identify Security Officer to provide information to State 

Operations Center staff and comment on security issues. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69831 14:20 Other State Operations Center 

Logistics Chief

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

7

At the beginning of each shift, the Logistics Chief will discuss 

meals and ask State Operations Center staff to identify any dietary 

concerns

Identify Logistics Chief to provide information on meals and 

ask staff to identify any dietary concerns EMA: Emergency Management Agency

76381 14:22 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) EOC5 State EOC provides brief verbal assessment; Promises additional 

(SitRep) at (Time).

The Department of Homeland Security's National 

Operations Center (NOC) has made contact with the State 

EOC through satellite communications. NOC requests a 

SitRep.

GA: Governmental Administrative

76431 14:23 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard State EOC 5, 10

(State) National Guard LNO contacts (State) National Guard JOC 

to prepare Guard for potential mission assignments. (Civil Support 

Team (CST)) is given (Warning Order (WARNORD)) to deploy 

to site(s) of CBRNE event(s). National Guard Bureau and 

NORTHCOM are alerted; (State) National Guard coordinates 

with (State Office of Emergency Services), FEMA, and DCO on 

(Request for Assistance (RFA)) for JTF-CS and (CBRNE 

Consequence Management Response Force (CCMRF)) 

capabilities to assist with the response; Chief Of Staff and The 

Adjutant General provide J3 brief on immediate and longer term 

response options.

A large number of toxic industrial chemicals/materials and 

HazMat sites have been identified throughout the region. 

The situation has overwhelmed local HazMat responders. 

(Name) County EOC requests that the (State Office of 

Emergency Services) review all available options for 

supplementing HazMat capabilities including search and 

extraction in a contaminated environment, decontamination, 

medical triage and treatment, removal of contaminated 

remains, identification of zones of contamination, and 

identification of unknown hazardous chemicals. Initial 

analysis has indicated over (##) sites may pose severe 

hazards. Recommended resources include National Guard 

(Civil Support Teams, CBRNE Enhanced Response 

Forces) as well as Department of Defense assets.

GA: Governmental Administrative

76451 14:23 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard Regional Response 

Coordination Center

5

DCO designated; Defense Coordinating Element deploying to 

Regional Response Coordination Center (Name/Area/Region) 

This is an automatic action by DoD. The mission assignment is 

followed up later to cover the cost.

DCO designated; Defense Coordinating Element 

deploying to Regional Response Coordination Center 

(Name/ Area/Region) This is an automatic action by DoD. 

The mission assignment is followed up later to cover the 

cost.

42771 14:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

SimCell/Message 

Center

(State's Department of Public Health) (Food 

Drug Lab Branch (FDB)) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) Food 

Drug Lab Branch Chief

8, 11

In preparation for surge capacity testing of food and drug samples 

from within (State), (Food Drug Lab Branch (FDLB)) activates the 

employee call-down portion of their COOP/COG plan.

As a direct result of the earthquake, the U.S. (Food and 

Drug Administration (FDA)) laboratory in (City), (State), 

suffers severe damage. FDA staff cannot report to work to 

perform tests on potentially contaminated food and drug 

samples. FDA Calls (State) Food Drug Lab Branch chief 

as notification of potential surge capacity testing.

PH: Public Health

41451 14:30 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

8, 7

(State's Department of Public Health)/(State Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC coordinates where supplies will come 

from (i.e., Alternate Care Site caches, Strategic National 

Stockpile, ESF 8, Department of General Services list) and how to 

delivery to requesting entity.

Receive request at (State's Department of Public 

Health)/(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

JEOC for medical/health supplies and equipment for 

(###,###) patients with anticipation of subsequent orders.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services PH: Public 

Health

49301 14:30 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10, 11

State Operations Center representative uses (State Emergency 

Management System (SEMS))/NIMS process in finding park unit 

capabilities from (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

DOC.

(Area) REOC looking for park locations in (Area) (State) 

that are capable of handling a shelter mission. Task State 

Parks to identify the names and spaces available to handle 

stranded travelers.

LE: Law Enforcement PH: Public Health

50461 14:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Call State's Conservation Corps POC on agency resource list. Need to request transportation and provide assistance in 

setting up cots in various shelters. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

46451 14:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) DOC 8, 5 Situational awareness. (City) reports to Headquarters that they have been asked to 

prepare for a surge GA: Governmental Administrative

21421 14:30 Other FEMA Region (#) Controller DoD-NORTHCOM 5, 7, 1 DCO simultaneously forwards to Joint Staff, Secretary of Defense 

(SECDEF), and USNORTHCOM for support.

In coordination with State of (Name of State), FEMA has 

submitted a request for assistance from DoD to establish 

way stations every (###) miles along (Major Interstate 

Highway) out of the affected area starting from (City) to 

(City). Way stations will provide automobile fuel, water, 

basic roadside vehicle assistance and first aid to persons 

evacuating the (State) earthquake-affected area.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications PH: Public Health

57941 14:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 3, 7

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, 3, DOD: (State's 

Department of Transportation) initiates debris clearance 

operations using inregion maintenance resources, onsite 

contractors, and other available contractors. Deploy (Federal 

Highway Administration (FHWA)) Emergency Relief Program 

assessment teams. Provide direct Federal assistance: (U.S. Army 

Corps of Engineers (USACE)) (Planning and Response Teams 

(PRTs)). USACE contractors augment local emergency debris 

clearance efforts and potential removal, staging, reduction, and 

transport to disposal sites.

In conjunction with the State, clear debris from priority 

routes. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57961 14:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 3, 7, 12

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, 3, 7, 12, Defense 

Coordinating Element: Display bulk fuel supplies on maps. 

Assess condition of regional bulk fuel storage and distribution 

infrastructure. Implement State Fuel Set-Aside Program. Activate 

national contracts with bulk fuel suppliers. Mission assign 

Defense Logistics Agency to provide fuel. Obtain waivers: 

Environmental regulations (e.g., fuel production and use), 

Transportation regulations (e.g., driver hours and weight limits).

Begin plans for establishment of bulk fuel supply system. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65251 14:40 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Earthquake Engineering 

Section

10

Test (Operational Area Satellite Information System) 

communications with (State's Department of Water Resources) 

field communications.

(State's Department of Transportation) (Operational Area 

Satellite Information System) communications to establish 

field communications with (State's Department of Water 

Resources) regarding status of (Name of major Dam) 

Dam Preplanning on evacuations potentially to 

(Neighboring State) and (Neighboring State).

PW: Public Works

50651 14:40 Field Device (radio)

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(Area Communication 

Center) (State's 

Department of Pesticide 

Regulation)

2, 10 (Area Communication Center) notification to field units and 

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) HQ.

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) (Area 

Communication Center) recalls mobile relay unit. Returns 

to operating communications dispatch on generators.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

25511 14:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Volunteer 

Organization) Secretary (State's Volunteer Organization) Controller

(State's Volunteer 

Organization) DOC 

Director

5 Assessment process begins.

Hello, this is (Name), I am traveling to damaged sites with 

the Governor. He has asked me about the status of 

monetary donations. I told him that our (Donations 

Management Section) is working on that right now and we 

should have information to him shortly. Do you have an 

assessment yet? If not when will it be completed?

57971 14:45 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 3, 7, 12

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, 3, 7, 12, and/or Defense 

Coordinating Element: display fuel distribution points on maps. In 

coordination with the State, establish priorities for fuel distribution, 

e.g. police, fire, and other first responders; hospitals and 

emergency care; emergency transport, including ambulances, 

emergency centers and shelters; generators for other critical 

facilities. Route delivery trucks directly where infrastructure 

conditions permit: sites with generators (e.g., hospitals); local 

government maintenance facilities and yards. Establish temporary 

sites for points of fuel distribution. Deploy DoD distribution system 

assets: construct fixed sites, deploy mobile fueling unit. Given 

damage to aviation fuel distribution network, direct aircraft to refuel 

outside the impacted area.

Identify plan fuel distribution network for response 

operations. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

58071 14:45 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 4, 7

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, 4, 7, Defense 

Coordinating Element: display all established locations on maps. 

Confirm locations of base camp sites. Activate base camp support 

contracts. Activate base camps to support approximately (##,###) 

responders, US&R, shelter support personnel, Federal 

firefighters, Federal law enforcement officers, NDMS personnel, 

incident management staff, other Federal Agency staff. Evaluate 

and establish (as applicable) alternatives to temporary base camps 

including: cruise ships, DoD and MARAD vessels, college 

dormitories. Note: Have each designated player convene in a 

conference to discuss base camp support.

Establish system to support and sustain incident response 

personnel within the affected area.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency HC: 

Health Care PH: Public Health

60501 15:00 Other (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Area 

Commander (Area) 

Division Command

1 Windshield drive-by checks, verification of reported information.

Dispatch Investigations Officers (INV) to all offices that 

have not been accounted for by using the list provided by 

the Operation Field Branch and report back to DOC. Staff 

have reported that (City), (City), (City), (City), (City), (City) 

and (City) have been destroyed, (City) has major structural 

damage

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

42781 15:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) (Medical 

Waste Management Program) Representative

(State's Department of 

Public Health) All 

Programs/(Medical 

Waste Management 

Program)

8, 10

(Medical Waste Management Program) representative in JEOC 

to deploy field personnel to mobile hospital site to advise (State 

Emergency Medical Services Agency) on procedures for Medical 

Waste handling.

Due to surge in demand for care and damaged hospitals, 

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) Mobile 

Hospital is being deployed to the (City) area.

PH: Public Health

41181 15:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Food and 

Drug Laboratory Branch) 

Chief

(State's Department of Public Health) (Food 

and Drug Laboratory Branch) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

SimCell/Message Center

8, 11 FDA Lab prepares shipment of samples.

Message to FDA lab in (City where Lab is Located): "(Food and Drug Laboratory Branch) is prepared to 

receive up to (##) samples per day for chemical or 

microbiological testing. Arrange sample transport by 

(State's Highway Patrol/Police) or other courier."

PH: Public Health

54991 15:00 Field Device (radio)

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10, 6, 7 (Name of Site) staff will establish sites for camping if they are 

provided shelter, bedding material, food, medicine, water, etc.

DOC tasks (Name of Site) to evaluate ability to handle 

stranded motorists and displaced persons.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

46441 15:00 Other (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) DOC 5, 8 Situational awareness.

(City) reports to Headquarters that (Name) County (Name 

of EOC Management System) is alerting all healthcare 

facilities of an expected surge from (Major City). The 

entire area is evacuating and hospitals and nursing homes 

are requesting beds

GA: Governmental Administrative

76551 15:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard 

(State) National Guard 

Joint Forces 

Headquarters (JFHQ)

5, 7

(Joint Staff Operations-J3), (Judge Adjutant General-JAG), 

(Public Affairs Liaison-PALO) and (Joint Staff Logistics-J4) in 

coordination with (State Office of Emergency Services) designate 

(Joint Reception, Staging, Onward Movement and Integration 

(JRSOI)) location and coordinate actions and briefings necessary 

for (Reception, Staging, Onward Movement and Integration 

(RSOI)) operations.

(Joint Reception, Staging, Onward Movement and 

Integration (JRSOI)) site required to track all outside 

(State) elements; Chief of Staff requests (Joint Reception, 

Staging, Onward Movement and Integration (JRSOI)) 

operations brief.

GA: Governmental Administrative

72511 15:00 E-mail DoD-(Army Command) FEMA Region (#) RRCC DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element 5, 2

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element coordinates possible 

Mission Assignment through DoD channels. (Northern Command 

(Area Command)) sources requirement to JTF-(##) (Army 

Command).

FEMA does not believe it can meet the continuing 

communications requirements to fill gaps until commercial 

communications can be brought back on line. 

Communications throughout affected areas remain down 

except for satellite phones and ham radio operators.

PSC: Public Safety Communications

72391 15:00 E-mail DoD-Navy FEMA Region (#) RRCC DoD-NORTHCOM 5, 7, 1 Process MA request.

DoD engineer forces, using organic or leased equipment, 

clear debris along specified routes to allow access and 

mobility. Complete route clearance along (list major 

highway (#)) routes). Each route will be cleared to allow 

commercial vehicle, two-way traffic. (does not include 

removal of debris) Each route is listed separately below 

(operating location, date required, expected duration of 

support, and support elements required): Operating 

Location (if area is a named area of operations or includes 

travel to and from locations): Route Location (e.g., town, 

airport, address, organization, etc.“ Please be specific.") # 

1 Start point: Intersection of (Interstate #) and (Interstate #) 

along (Locality). End Point: Intersection of (Interstate #) 

and (Interstate #) Length: (#) miles.

PW: Public Works

58091 15:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 13, 5

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 13, Customs and Borders 

Protection, Transportation Security Administration, DOJ. 

Agencies available to provide support: (Bureau of Alcohol, 

Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE)), Customs and 

Borders Protection, Drug Enforcement Agency, Federal Protective 

Service, Immigration/Customs Enforcement, Transportation 

Security Administration, USCG, U.S. Marshals. Deploy Federal 

law enforcement teams to secure Federal installations and critical 

infrastructure. Deploy Federal law enforcement resources to 

provide security at: Federal Base Camps, (Forward Operating 

Staging Areas (FOSAs), (Joint Field Office (JFO)), (Animal 

Feeding Operations (AFOs)), and other sites. Deploy (Bureau of 

Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE)) to secure 

gun dealerships and explosives. Deploy Federal teams to support 

local law enforcement operations. Utilize FEMA Individual 

Assistance Technical Assistance contractors to support shelter 

security operations.

Deploy Federal law enforcement resources to support 

public safety measures.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency

58111 15:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 10 

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, 10, CG, DOD. Support 

local response to hazardous materials incidents. Develop specific 

list of spills. (Federal OnScene Coordinators (FOSCs)), National 

Response Team, Regional Response Teams, Emergency Rapid 

Response Services contractors. Deploy initially to (State Office of 

Emergency Services) Region (#) designated staging areas. 

Activate Area Contingency Plan. Respond to spills within 

(Locality) (Harbor and offshore if applicable to your State). Deploy 

USCG FOSCs and strike teams and responsible party 

contractors.

Deploy (U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)) 

hazardous materials teams.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat)

21301 15:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Volunteer 

Organization) Secretary (State's Volunteer Organization) Controller (Volunteer) DOC Director 15

DOC Director provides this request to Plans and Intelligence 

Chief, who in turns asks the (SitRep) to begin contacting volunteer 

centers and then compile a list of volunteer centers and their 

status, if available to help or not, and any damages or other needs.

Hello, this is (Name). I need to know the status of all the 

local volunteer centers both in the impacted area and 

outside the area. This request came to me from the 

Governor, so I need it soon so I can report back to him.

GA: Governmental Administrative

49081 15:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Volunteer 

Organization) Secretary (State's Volunteer Organization) Controller (Volunteer) DOC Director 15 Report on Web site donations.

Hello, this is (Name), is there any new information on 

donations that have been received at our Web site? Can you 

give an update?

58571 15:15 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 7

Possible Mission Assignment to ESF 1. Provide Federal 

resources to conduct waterborne/airborne evacuation including: 

rotary/fixed wing aircraft or amphibious ships/hovercraft. Provide 

Federal funding to support commercial vehicle evacuation 

including: buses, charter boats, commercial aircraft. Have the 

Controller at the NRCC ask the Logistics and/or the GSA players 

if GSA has the capability to provide air/ground/water transport of 

evacuees?

Employ Federal resources to support local and Statedirected evacuation operations.LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency

58591 15:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##)1

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 1, U.S. Coast Guard 

(USCG), Defense Coordinating Element (DCE). Display all 

maritime support facilities and transportation routes on maps. Port 

owners will conduct initial assessments of their facilities. 

Coordinate use of passenger ferries (if applicable) to: move 

visitors/commuters out of impacted areas, facilitate evacuations, 

transport first responders into impacted areas, coordinate landside 

transit to move evacuees to other transit points or to shelters, 

mobilize additional ferry vessels from outside the region, e.g. 

(Area), (Name of Area) Area. Establish freight and vehicle 

transportation system: move responder equipment, supplies, 

personnel. Mobilize (Maritime Administration (MARAD)) rollon/roll-off vessels berthed in the Ports of (City and City). Mobilize 

additional (Maritime Administration (MARAD)) vessels from 

outside the region. Mobilize U.S. Navy assets, e.g., amphibious 

assault vessels from (City). Establish off-loading points in heavily 

impacted areas using viable facilities.

Establish water transportation system and water bridges. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

41461 15:30 Multimedia Phone (Operational Area) EOC (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

Medical/Health Branch at 

(Area) REOC

8

Request is sent to State Operations Center, which sends to (State 

Emergency Medical Services Agency) DOC. (State Emergency 

Medical Services Agency) DOC activates (State's Medical) 

volunteers. (State Emergency Medical Services Agency) DOC 

initiates poll of other regions for staff availability.

Request received at Medical/Health Branch at (Area) 

REOC for (###) trauma nurses to report to hospitals in 

(Name) and (Name) Counties.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

46431 15:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller Other 7, 6 Simulated logistical support for displaced veterans sent to (State's 

Department of Veterans Affairs) Veterans Homes.

During recovery phase, DOC Incident Commander 

instructs Veterans Homes Administration to ensure that 

each home continues to support displaced veterans and 

track support costs, via each Finance and Administration 

Chief, incurred through aid of displaced veterans.

GA: Governmental Administrative

50621 15:50 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10, 11 DOC will review internal assets and request assistance for needs 

not within State Parks capabilities.

(Name of State Park) makes an initial estimate of the 

supplies need to house the current number of people in 

park, plus an estimate of people to come.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency GA: Governmental Administrative PH: 

Public Health

72521 15:55 E-mail DoD-ARNORTH (Army 

North) FEMA Region (#) DoD-Defense Coordinating Element 5, 9 

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element processes possible Mission 

Assignments through DoD process. (Army Area Command) 

sources requirement to ARNORTH.

FEMA requests additional Federal Assistance for search 

and rescue teams to augment critically required resources 

to search damaged/pancaked buildings and neighborhoods 

looking for survivors.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

49071 15:59 Field Device (radio) (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area 

Field District) (Area 

Control Center)

11, 3, 12 Continue monitoring. Increased seepage at toe of (Name of Dam) Dam; boiling 

is occurring at toe; small cavity has formed at toe.

31081 16:00 Other (State's Department of 

Food and Agriculture) 

(State's Department of Food and Agriculture) 

Controller Assigned DOC Director 11 The DOC put instructions on the (Emergency Phone Line Name/Number) line.

(Name of Director) is informed that he has two staff 

missing. They were traveling for a meeting but didn't show 

and have not called in.

65261 16:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ

1 Communications test with multi-State Departments of 

Transportation.

Establish communications between (State's Department of 

Transportation) EOC and (Name of neighboring State) 

and (Name of neighboring State) Departments of 

Transportation to discuss potential dam failure and 

evacuations.

PW: Public Works
3068

1 16:00 Multimedia Phone Media Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO and 

Plan/Intelligence response.

There are unconfirmed reports that a registered sex 

offender was discovered by local police in a Red Cross 

Shelter. How is (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) maintaining accountability of their 

parolees? What is (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) doing to ensure that people in public 

shelters are safe from felons? Where are you keeping 

parolees that shouldn't be in shelters?

LE: Law Enforcement

44981 16:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Identify staff for next shift and update staff on approved action plan. Final Sectional Meeting for preparation for the next 

operational period.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

56011 16:00 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 Using correct ICS forms. DOC will simulate conducting change of shift briefings 

normally held at (Time) and (Time). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

30591 16:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Send out redirect letter to get large number of State employees. Request to provide (####) State employees to assist ARC 

in shelters EMA: Emergency Management Agency

43101 16:00 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State) EPA EOC Director

(State) EPA EOC 

(Department of Toxic 

Waste) (Area Water 

Office) Representative

10

(State) EPA EOC Director to analyze all logistical issues involved. 

Assistance from State Operations Center for military transport of 

the lab will be required (airlift, etc.).

State Operations Center Operations requests deployment 

of (State) EPA (Department of Toxic Waste) Mobile lab to 

report as soon as possible to the (Area of State) Area 

Commander's Staging Area for indefinite deployment 

period. Mission task on (Response Information 

Management System)

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

76631 16:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JFHQ 5, 10 J8 (Resource Management Staff) tasking.

(The Adjutant General) and Chief of Staff request review of 

EMAC financial processes and plan to coordinate EMAC, 

(Emergency Information Forms) and (Toxic Monitoring 

site) activities with the State Comptroller.

GA: Governmental Administrative

76801 16:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JFHQ

5 Judge Adjutant General (JAG) tasking.

(The Adjutant General) requests brief on legal 

considerations of property verifications and legal review of 

EMAC procedures, especially credentialing of military 

medical personnel who will be brought into the State.

GA: Governmental Administrative

64481 16:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) State 

Operations Center

6 Staff deploys to (Area) (State).

(State's Department of Mental Health) State Operations 

Center contacts (State's Department of Mental Health) to 

deploy volunteer disaster workers to (Area) (State).

PH: Public Health

58611 16:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##)8

Mission Assignment to ESF 8. Deploy available Department of 

Veterans Affairs (VA) pharmaceutical caches. Deploy Strategic 

National Stockpile pharmaceutical supplies. Acquire and 

distribute vendor managed medical supplies. Stabilize distribution 

of medical supplies.

Deploy pharmaceutical supplies. EMA: Emergency Management Agency HC: 

Health Care PH: Public Health

41331 16:00 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller (Drinking Water) FEMA Region (#) 3, 10 FEMA will inquire of Army Corps of Engineers needs. Army 

Corps of Engineers will contact EPA for help.

EPA Region (#) water emergency response team is 

available for ESF 3 support to FEMA and Army Corps of 

Engineers

78891 16:00 Multimedia Phone President U.S. FEMA Region (#) Governor of (State)5 President issues verbal notification of Major Disaster 

Declaration (categories??)

EMA: Emergency Management Agency GA: 

Governmental Administrative

41731 16:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development)

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

8, 1 Air transportation provided.

Will need air transportation from the (City) area for (##) 

people at (Time) p.m. (notional) (#) - (Name of County) 

County, (#) - (Name of County) County, (#) - (Name of 

County) County, (#) - (Name of County) County.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

46421 16:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller Other 7, 6 Simulated logistical support via Veterans Services Division staff.

During recovery phase, DOC Incident Commander 

instructs Veterans Services Chief to maintain contact with 

(State) (Veterans Service Organization) for situational 

awareness and ensure that (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) Veterans Services Division staffs 

continue to support displaced veterans, e.g., administration 

of benefits, shelter, and housing resources assistance.

GA: Governmental Administrative

65701 16:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector (Business Executives for National Security) 

Controller

(State's Operations 

Center Business 

Operations Center 

(BOC))

15

Private sector liaison talks to private sector liaison in (Name of 

County) County EOC (Homeland Security Advisory Council) 

(HSAC)) to ask Sheriff's Department for permission for truck to 

pass road block

I'm calling from (Name of Community) in (Name of City), 

we cannot get a truckload of medical supplies through a 

road block in (Name of City) to deliver to (Name of City) 

Memorial Hospital

53711 16:01 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Radiological Health 

Branch)

8 Notification of event.

Due to a train derailment, a high-level radiation shipment 

cask has broken loose and slammed into a shipment of 

canned food, destroying the car and now resting sideways. 

The shipment cask appears to be intact.

30951 16:03 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller

(State's Conservation 

Corps) Centers 

Statewide

11

Assess State's Conservation Corps facilities for damage or 

injuries. Report to State's Conservation Corps EOC extent of 

injuries or damages

State's Conservation Corps is assessing State's 

Conservation Corps facilities and personnel in impacted 

area

GA: Governmental Administrative

76831 16:05 E-mail SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5 (Joint Staff Personnel (J1)) report.

(The Adjutant General) requests information on affected 

National Guard soldiers and families; wants to know what 

units may be impacted, number of (State) National Guard 

soldiers who have first responder civilian jobs, and report 

on units/soldiers ready for duty.

GA: Governmental Administrative

31121 16:07 Field Device (radio) (State) Department of 

Water Resources

(State) Department of Water Resources 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area 

Field District) (Area 

Control Center)

11, 3, 12

Call for evacuation of (Location), (Name of Dam) Dam, and 

potentially affected downstream communities. Initiate immediate 

reservoir drawdown.

A large cavity has formed at the toe of (Name of Dam) 

Dam, material is being transported with the seepage. 

There is serious concern for imminent potential dam 

failure.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

49041 16:08 Hand-delivered (State) Department of 

Water Resources

(State) Department of Water Resources 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

(Area Communications 

Center)

10

Local (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) staff at ICP 

level take following actions: notify DOC as soon as possible; 

incorporate this information into IAP process implement 

emergency evacuation/shelter-in-place actions as feasible.

Request (State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) to 

assist in the evacuation of (Name of Locality) area.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

50431 16:10 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

Liaison (State's 

Department of Water 

Resources)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Prioritize hazards and report those to IC/UC. Identify park staff, 

resources and outside assistance to accomplish the job. Brief and 

deploy appropriate staff with the proper equipment to perform 

mission. Issue (SitReps) as tasks permit to IC/UC.

Evacuate all boaters, swimmers, and fisherman from the 

lake and immediate lake area. Include dam area and the 

area under the dam.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PW: Public Works

58661 16:10 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 5, 7

(Name of well know news paper reporter) from the (Name 

of Major news paper in the State) is writing an article with 

a deadline to her editor in (#) hours and calls to get 

clarification as to why FEMA is not meeting the 

requirement for water and ice to local governments.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency PSC: 

Public Safety Communications

64041 16:10 Multimedia Phone OSHA Region (#) OSHA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) 5, 10

(Specialized Response Team (SRT)) to provide personnel 

monitoring support; assist in hazard assessment; assist in 

personnel decontamination; develop (Health and Safety Plan 

(HASP) for recovery efforts.

OSHA (Region (#)) requests National Office support of 

(Health Response Team (HRT))/(Specialized Response 

Team (SRT)) radiological assistance.

PH: Public Health

49031 16:11 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

(Area Communications 

Center)

10

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) send available law 

enforcement staff to assist (State Department of Water 

Resources) at requested facilities.

EOC request (State's Department of Pesticide 

Regulation) law enforcement assistance to (State 

Department of Water Resource) per IAP.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

48981 16:12 Hand-delivered

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10, 6 State Operations Center representative forwards to DOC.

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) State 

Operations Center representative receives request to 

shelter displaced homeowners, travelers unable to proceed 

to next destination, and persons already in park until roads 

allow progress and emergency shelters have been 

established

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PW: Public Works

76851 16:15 Other SimCell (State) National Guard All Participants 15 (Public Affairs Liaison (PALO)) tracking.

Local and national media mobilized and begin reporting on 

localized incidents; public frustration over lack of 

information

GA: Governmental Administrative

43111 16:15 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State's Department of Environmental Protection 

Agency) EOC Director

(State's Department of 

Environmental Protection 

Agency) (State's Air 

Resource Board) EOC 

(Area Water Office) 

Representative

10, 1

(State's Department of Environmental Protection Agency) EOC 

Director to examine all logistics issues involved with indefinite 

deployment of the (State's Air Resource Board) Mobile Command 

Center. State Operations Center will coordinate military 

transportation.

State Operations Center Operations requests deployment 

of (State's Air Resource Board) Mobile Command Center 

to (Area) (State) Area Command, Main Staging Area as 

soon as possible.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

61271 16:24 E-mail American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

7 Assess available meals and determine if packaged meals are a 

viable, needed resource.

(Name of large company that can provided meals) has 

(#,###,###) packaged meals available for purchase. They 

have offered them at their wholesale cost of ($#.##) for the 

earthquake response. If interested, they would like a 

delivery address.

55011 16:30 Field Device (radio) (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 DOC will send requests to State Operations Center for resources 

needed to handle additional people at Lake (Name of large Lake).

Lake (Name of Large Lake) responds with information to 

accomplish mission of housing displaced persons.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency GA: Governmental Administrative PH: 

Public Health

21161 16:30 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care & Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

8 (State's Department of Public Health) to provide for resources and 

support to shelter to perform assessment.

A nursing home with (##) patients with minimal care givers 

has arrived at a shelter and expect to stay. PH: Public Health

46411 16:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller Other 5, 6 Simulated logistical support by Farm and Home Loan Program staff.

During recovery phase, DOC Incident Commander 

instructs Farm and Home Loan Division Chief to ensure 

that each Farm and Home Loan District Office continues to 

support displaced veterans, e.g., claims assistance.

GA: Governmental Administrative

46401 16:35 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs)

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) ICPs 5, 6 Situational awareness for (State's Department of Veterans Affairs) Farm and Home Loan Division Chiefs.

DOC Incident Commander instructs DOC Operations 

Chief to contact (State's Department of Veterans Affairs), 

Veterans Services and Farm and Home Loan Division 

Chiefs and provide them with disaster situational 

awareness and instructions for handling an increase in 

customer service support for veterans affected by 

earthquake.

GA: Governmental Administrative

44991 17:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Final briefing and notification to report back at DOC and (Area) 

Command Post at (Time) on (Month, Day, Year), Day (#). Exercise concluded for Day 1. LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

64881 17:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) State 

Operations Center

8 DOC receives the reports and gives them to agency. State Operations Center staff gathers SitReps and briefs 

the (State's Department of Mental Health) DOC. PH: Public Health

58681 17:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 1, 8

Possible Mission Assignment to ESF 1, ESF 8, or (Defense 

Coordinating Element (DCE)). Deploy search teams for 

recovering remains and establishing documentation requirements. 

Coordinate with ESF 1 to determine accessible/alternate travel 

routes for collection and transportation of remains. Establish unit 

within JFO to address transportation requirements of human 

remains to and from local hospitals, reception sites, 

coroner/medical examiner offices, and funeral parlors. Deploy 

resources to support recovery, transportation, and temporary 

storage of remains. Support evacuation of remains from recovery 

sites to fatality staging areas to a mortuary affairs facility. Utilize 

DoD Mortuary Affairs Teams to assist with collection and 

transport, including cadaver dogs. Deploy personnel qualified in 

critical incident stress management and crisis intervention 

strategies to sustain first responders engaged in fatality 

management operations. Written request to (General Services 

Administration (GSA)): GSA is tasked to source the availability of 

leased or purchased track.

Develop plans to support collection and transportation of 

remains. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

50641 17:25 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

10, 7, 6 Resources will be provided.

The DOC will request tents, sleeping bags, water trucks, 

food service, and medical assistance for sheltering public 

in (Area) (State) State parks.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement PW: Public Works GA: 

Governmental Administrative HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

67501 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

50471 17:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

Liaison (State's 

Department of Water 

Resources)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10, 3, 13

Establish and maintain perimeter for lake and dam facility access. 

Maintain perimeter integrity to preserve dam failure information 

and prevent loss of life and/or injury to visitors. Establish entry and 

exit point check in/out procedures. Insure proper 

identification/documentation of authorized access personnel. 

Identify safe traffic way through restricted areas. Prepare for 

crowd/traffic control procedures/equipment as needed. Coordinate 

any specific security zone issues, boundaries, and additional 

resources needed to maintain perimeters with IC/UC and other 

local agencies. Schedule adequate numbers of trained personnel 

to continue taskings.

Restrict access to lake and dam area to minimize chance 

of injury to visitors, to insure that authorized (State's 

Department of Water Resources) personnel are able to 

continue emergency work, and to preserve information 

relevant to facility failure.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency PW: Public Works

67531 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Deputy 

Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67541 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67491 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller 

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) DOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

67521 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator FEMA Region (#)

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67511 17:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

64031 18:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller

(State's Conservation 

Corps) Centers 

Statewide

11

Fill expected requests for crews from (Area/Region) and 

(Area/Region) (State's Conservation Corps) locations not 

impacted by the earthquake.

Mobilize and dispatch (State's Conservation Corps) crew 

resources from Northern and Central (State's 

Conservation Corps) locations. Requests would come 

from (State Office of Emergency Services) and other State 

and local agencies.

GA: Governmental Administrative

58691 18:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 2, 6 

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 2, 6, (American Red Cross 

(ARC). Display potential shelter locations and capacities on maps. 

Mobilize supplies identified in CIS. Mobilize trained shelter staff. 

Deploy inspection teams to assess structural integrity of shelters: 

FEMA and contractors, USACE structural engineers, (State) 

(Safety Assessment Program (SAP)). Establish ARC National 

Staging Area and begin movement of supplies. Deploy additional 

resources: supplies, generators, communications equipment. 

Provide public information on location and activation schedule of 

shelters. Provide security staff to shelters. Support megashelters if they are opened to shelter evacuees and tourists.

Support opening of identified local-, ARC-, and 

(NonGovernmental Organization (NGO)- operated 

shelters.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

58701 18:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (##) 7, 8

Mission Assignments to ESF 7 and/or 8. Locate and establish 

Fatality Staging Areas and cold storage sites for human remains 

such as: old storage warehouses, and refrigerated trailers. 

Written request to GSA. GSA to source cold storage warehouses 

and refrigerated trailers to be used as temporary morgues. Cold 

storage warehouses should be approximately (##,###) square feet. 

Lease for (#) months firm term, with month-to-month extensions up 

to a total of (#) months. See previous inject for reefers. Note: Need 

to come up with some locations for these temporary morgues.

Plan for the establishment of temporary storage sites for 

human remains. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69171 18:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Foundation for 

Independent Living 

Centers)

(State's Foundation for Independent Living 

Centers) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Appropriate State Office 

or Department)

6, 7 Regular communications established, needs identified. Determine 

if needs are met.

Request to set up and implement regular check-in calls 

with Disability Community Response Network to determine 

the ongoing needs are identified and met.

PH: Public Health

61261 18:15 E-mail American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

6, 7

(Name of Large Poultry Company) had (##) semi-truck 

loads of frozen chicken they want to donate to help feed 

people in shelters. They are asking for a "ship-to" address 

for delivery.

PH: Public Health

21581 20:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8 (State's Department of Public Health) PIO receives the information 

and relays it.

Call from (State's Department of Mental Health) for 

(State's Department of Public Health) to provide messages 

on how to cope with stress.

PH: Public Health

21131 20:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health) 

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Health and 

Human Services Agency) 

Secretary

8 All Executive Management will report status of assessments.

Brief Secretary (State's Health and Human Services 

Agency) on status of mental health assessments at 

shelters.

GA: Governmental Administrative

21641 20:00 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Public Health)

(State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller FEMA Region (#)

8

ESF 8 requests Federal Agencies to assist in filling this need. 

DoD responds by sourcing expeditionary medical facilities. U.S. 

Department of Health and Human Services deploys DMAT teams.

Most local hospitals and clinics in affected are damaged. 

Patients need to be evacuated from them. Many victims 

have no location to receive medical care.

HC: Health Care PH: Public Health

58721 20:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA HQ FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations5 SitRep due from RRCC to NRCC EMA: Emergency Management Agency

61311 20:36 Field Device (radio) American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC Care 

and Shelter Branch

6 The (Name of County) County Care and Shelter Branch is 

requesting additional shelter managers for their shelters. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

21631 22:00 Hand-delivered American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

6 Acknowledgement.

The American Red Cross needs assistance finding a 

location to establish their Disaster Relief Operations HQ. 

Preliminary discussion were to colocate at (City). We need 

approximately (##,###) square feet.

GA: Governmental Administrative

59061 23:50 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

6 SREOC Care and Shelter, Local Care and Shelter, and ARC 

coordinate site location and site support of mobile kitchens.

We have about (##) mobile field kitchens arriving in the next 

(##) hours. We need priority transportation support into the 

impacted area and site support in the form of security, 

potable water, and gray water storage capacity.

64642 0:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Provide staffing assignment. (Area) REOC requests staff assignment for REOC for the 

next (#) weeks. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65472 1:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State's Department of 

General Services) EOC 

Director

7

(State's Department of General Services) DOC and (State's 

Department of General Services) State Operations Center 

representatives coordinate (State's Department of General 

Services) into comprehensive (SitRep) for delivery at (Time) to 

State Operations Center Planning and Intelligence Section.

Begin (SitRep) preparation/coordination.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

64672 2:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Check with American Red Cross, (Area) REOC, and (National 

Shelter System (NSS)) Check to see if there are additional shelter locations. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65492 2:00 E-mail

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

State Operations Center 

Planning and Intelligence

7

State Operations Center Planning and Intelligence incorporates 

(State's Department of General Services) information into Shift 

(SitRep).

Provide (State's Department of General Services) (SitRep) 

to State Operations Center Planning and Intelligence.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

67102 2:15 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) REOC

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) State 

Operations Center

6 Determine priority for receipt of scarce resources available. (Operational Areas) request medical supplies to support 

an (Alternate Care Site) in (Name of County) County. PH: Public Health

67112 2:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) State 

Operations Center

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8 Determine priority for receipt of scarce resources available.

Medical/Health representative at the State Operations 

Center forwards request from REOC for medical supplies 

to support an (Alternate Care Site) in (Name of County) 

County.

PH: Public Health

58742 3:00 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Region (#) 

RRCC Watch

5

Notification of aftershock received from television monitors in 

RRCC and State Operations Center. According to newscast, 

USGS estimates aftershock at magnitude (#.#) and epicenter at 

(Name of Locality). This aftershock is tremendously damaging.

Magnitude (#.#) aftershock occurs at (Time) from 

(Locality) toward (Locality). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

35822 3:17 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

State Operations Center Controller State Operations Center 

Director

5 Agencies and local jurisdictions conduct injury and damage 

assessments.

A second after shock has been reported with an epicenter 

west of (Locality), (State). This shock is a magnitude (#.#).

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

48992 3:22 Other (State's Dept of Water 

Resources) (State's Dept of Water Resources) Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

(Environmental Quality) 

Engineering Section

10 Notify POC et al.

Magnitude (#.#) aftershock, epicenter in mountains west of 

(Locality), occurred at (Time) (Time Zone); send out 

notifications.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications

67122 3:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Operational Area)

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) REOC

8 Determination of priority for receipt of scarce resources available. (Name of County) County requests medical supplies to 

support an (Alternate Care Site). PH: Public Health

48952 3:38 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Dept of Water 

Resources) 

(Environmental Quality) 

Engineering Section

10 Identification of affected (State's Department of Water 

Resources) facilities.

67132 3:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) REOC

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) State 

Operations Center

8 Determine priority for receipt of scarce resources available. (Operational Area) requests medical supplies to support 

an (Alternate Care Site) in (Name of County) County. PH: Public Health

67142 4:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) State 

Operations Center

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8 Determine priority for receipt of scarce resources available.

Medical/Health representative at the State Operations 

Center forwards request from REOC for medical supplies 

to support an ACS in (Name of County) County.

PH: Public Health

32502 5:03 Field Device (radio) (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) (Area 

Field District) (Area 

Control Center)

10 (Area Control Center) follows (Emergency Action Plan (EAP)) 

procedures for notifications.

Excessive seepage flowing from toe of dam leads to major 

erosion of embankment. Catastrophic failure of dam 

occurs!

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: 

Public Works GA: Governmental Administrative 

PSC: Public Safety Communications HC: 

Health Care PH: Public Health

72532 7:00 E-mail DoD-Navy FEMA Region (#)

DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element 

(DCE)

5

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element will process likely Mission 

Assignments through DoD channels. (Appropriate Army 

Command) will float requirement to (Pacific Command (PACOM), 

3D Fleet for possible sourcing.

FEMA requests additional Federal assistance with 

medical augmentation ((###) beds, surgeons, nurses, 

triage capability) to meet short-term medical requirements 

while medical facilities are surveying and recovering from 

infrastructure damage.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

41202 8:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health)

(State's Department of Public Health) (Division 

of Communicable Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Division 

of Communicable 

Disease Control) Unit 

Coordinator in JEOC

8 (State) (Health Alert Net (HAN)) Alert sent out and updates on 

status of personnel solicited.

E-mail requesting "(Division of Communicable Disease 

Control) Unit Coordinator in JEOC: Please communicate 

with all Section Chiefs via low level (State) Health Alert 

network (HAN) alert and ask that they remember to have 

status reports ready again this afternoon by (Time).

PH: Public Health

64702 8:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Check with American Red Cross, (Area) REOC, and (National 

Shelter System (NSS)).

State Operations Center is requesting shelter information, 

additional locations, counts, and unmet needs. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

64322 8:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Assigned 

Staff

8 (State's Department of Mental Health) staffs the REOC. (State's Department of Mental Health) deploys to the 

REOC. PH: Public Health

57092 8:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health)/(State 

Emergency Medical 

Services Agency) JEOC

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

8

Mobile Field Hospitals arrived at Mobilization Center. 

(State Emergency Medical Services Agency) submits 

request to State Operations Center for (State's Highway 

Patrol/Police) site security (24/7 for indeterminate length of 

time).

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement

50662 8:15 Field Device (radio)

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10

Take control of situation using standards established with the IAP 

to include: Control Traffic and Crowds, Identify critical sites, Plan 

and Provide protection and security for properties within and 

around site, Develop and maintain a rapid intervention group to 

respond to unexpected occurrences. Implement plans for 

emergency proclamations, curfew declarations and other as 

needed. Arrest suspects. Identify a detention location consistent 

with facilities available. Establish a plan for the evacuation of 

prisoners, if needed. Document and Secure Evidence. ID and 

interview witnesses, victims, and suspects. Conclude investigation. 

Document events.

People in group sites have disagreement about shower 

usage. (##-##) people reported to be involved in altercation 

that starts with shouting and ends with physical conflict 

between (#) people, including a felonious assault. Road 

closures preclude normal transport to a detention facility.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

53372 8:20 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program) DOC

(State's Department of Public Health) (Drinking 

Water Program)

(State's Department of 

Public Health) USEPA-

(region #) Drinking 

Water Office

10 EPA assesses resources and projects level of assistance it can 

provide and for how long.

Request EPA to prepare for providing (Division of 

Drinking Water and Environmental Management) with 

anticipated water system damage assessment effort.

72542 8:20 E-mail DoD-ARNORTH (Army 

North) FEMA Region (#)

DoD-Defense 

Coordinating Element 

(DCE)

4, 5

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element processes (Mutual Aid) 

request through DoD channels. (Appropriate Army Command) 

sources requirement to JTF-(##) (ARNORTH).

FEMA requests additional Federal assistance for 

firefighting forces to meet ongoing requirements for 

(####) fires currently burning in (State).

FS: Fire Service
7688

2 8:30 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC 7, 5

(Joint Staff Logistics (J4))/State Aviation officer conducts 

assessment and determines that we are grossly under equipped to 

complete mission; recommends EMAC for required resources. 

Tie to Mission Requests.

(State Office of Emergency Services) tasks the National 

Guard to move several tons of equipment and supplies 

throughout the State. Anticipate that hundreds to thousands 

of State-owned front-end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, 

forklifts, and other earth-moving vehicles, as well as tens of 

thousands of tons of supplies will need to be moved into the 

affected area. (State Office of Emergency Services) 

requests (State) National Guard identify resources for this 

mission and make recommendations for any available 

external resources to fill the requirement.

GA: Governmental Administrative

58772 8:30 Multimedia Phone FEMA HQ FEMA Region (#) RRCC FEMA Operations5 (Sit Rep) due from RRCC to NRCC EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67152 9:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Operational Area) 

REOC, State Operations 

Center, (Medical/Health 

Operational Area 

Coordinator)

8 Determine what resources are needed. Determine where 

(Alternate Care Site) cache will be deployed. MAC Call. PH: Public Health

76912 9:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5

Engineers determine (State) National Guard capability to support; 

identifies shortfalls to be addressed via EMAC or (Request For 

Federal Assistance (RFA)).Tie to Mission Requests.

Multiple bridges have collapsed or have been destroyed 

during the earthquake along primary Interstate routes; 

(State Office of Emergency Services) requests NG 

support (State's Department of Transportation) in 

rebuilding bridges. (State) National Guard is requested to 

identify all internal and external resources available 

immediately to fill this mission.

GA: Governmental Administrative

21362 0:30 Other FEMA Region (#) Controller DoD-NORTHCOM 5, 7, 1 DCO simultaneously forwards to Joint Staff, SECDEF, and 

USNORTHCOM for support.

In coordination with State of (Name of State), FEMA has 

submitted a request for assistance from DoD to establish 

way stations every (###) miles along Interstate (#) out of 

the affected area starting from (Name of City). Way 

stations will provide automobile fuel, water, basic roadside 

vehicle assistance, and first aid to persons evacuating the 

(State) earthquake-affected area.

LE: Law Enforcement PSC: Public Safety 

Communications PH: Public Health

45012 10:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles)

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Include into (State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

activation briefing.

At (Time) a.m. on (Month Day, Year), there was an 

aftershock in the mountains west of (Locality).

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

45022 10:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Area Command Post

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Operations Section shares intelligence with the 

Planning/Intelligence Section briefing for beginning of Day 2.

At (Time) there was an aftershock in the mountains west of 

(Locality) (#.#) magnitude.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

67162 10:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Public Health) (Hospital 

Preparedness Program) 

Coordinator

(State's Department of Public Health) JEOC 

Controller/(Division of Environmental and 

Occupational Disease Control) Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Operational Area)

8 (Alternate Care Site) cache delivery to (Name of County) County. Activate process for deployment of one (Alternate Care 

Site) cache to the (Operational Area). PH: Public Health

55902 10:00 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10 Field Units at (Name of City) and Lake (Name of Lake) provide a SitRep on additional damage or injuries.

There has been a (#.#) aftershock with epicenter in 

(Locality). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

76952 10:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC 5, 7

J3-Operations and J4-Logistics determine capabilities required 

and identify shortfalls to be requested via EMAC or (Request for 

Federal Assistance (RFA)).Tie to Mission Requests.

(State Office of Emergency Services) tasks National Guard 

to MEDEVAC triaged and stabilized patients from 

(Disaster Medical Assistance Team) and (Expeditionary 

Medical Support Hospital) locations to next phase 

treatment locations. Air evacuation should support no fewer 

than (##) area hospitals and incident command sites. 

Thousands of patients/victims are anticipated to need 

transport. (State) National Guard is requested to identify 

all internal and external resources available immediately to 

fill this mission.

GA: Governmental Administrative

64462 10:00 Other (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) REOC

8 (State's Department of Mental Health) works to get mutual aid to 

(Name of County) County.

(State's Department of Mental Health) REOC receives 

request from (Name of County) County to assist in 

coordinating mutual aid

PH: Public Health

64142 10:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

General Services) 

Director

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(Governor's Emergency 

Operations Executive 

Council (GEOEC))

5 DOC is staffed and operational within (##) minutes of notification.

(State's Department of General Services) Director advises 

(Governor's Emergency Operations Executive Council 

(GEOEC)) that (State's Department of General Services) 

DOC is activated and assessments are beginning. Update 

will be provided to by (Time).

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

65502 10:00 Other

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

7

Attend Operations/Logistics meetings; coordinate resources with 

State Operations Center and DOC; prepare reports and 

communicate with PIO.

(State's Department of General Services) State Operations 

Center representatives attend Operations/Logistics 

meetings, coordinate resources with State Operations 

Center and DOC, prepare reports, and communicate with 

PIO

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

61282 10:00 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC Care & 

Shelter Branch

6 (Area) REOC pushes request to State Operations Center.

(Name of County) County EOC reports that they are 

running out of food and bottled water at many shelters. 

Request (#) million meals-ready-to-eat (MREs) and (#) 

million bottles of water pushed to shelter sites.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65712 10:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14, 15 Private sector liaison arranges for an (State Office of Emergency 

Services) spokesperson and prepares likely questions.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce wants (State) (State Office of 

Emergency Services) spokesperson for nationwide 

conference call.

35832 10:00 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

State Operations Center Controller State Operations Center 

Director

5 Agencies and jurisdictions will conduct personnel injury and 

damage assessments.

An aftershock, magnitude (#.#), has struck the 

(Locality/Geographical Area) area.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

45072 10:05 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Response to aftershock information from (Area) Area Command 

Post.

At (Time) a.m. on (Month, Day, Year), there was a (#.#) 

magnitude aftershock in the mountains west of 

(Locality/City).

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

55062 10:05 Multimedia Phone

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center 

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10, 11

DOC reviews status of personnel, visitors, infrastructure, and 

other missions to determine if (Name of Locality) staff have the 

ability to assist in Evacuation Center Peace Officer duties.

State Operations Center tasks State Parks to provide 

officers to support evacuation center at Lake (Name of 

Locality) grounds.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications PH: Public 

Health

49002 10:06 Other (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Earthquake Engineering 

Section

10 Notify POC et al.

Magnitude (#.#) aftershock, epicenter at (Location), 

occurred at (Time) (Time Zone designation), send out 

notifications.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications

45052 10:08 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles)

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Area 

Commander, (Area) 

Division

1 Use of maps to plan alternate routes for response and recovery. Inject maps of road closures and update lists. LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

69762 10:10 Other State Operations Center 

Safety Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Safety Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on what to 

do in the case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics, stress, etc.

Identify Safety Officer to provide information to State 

Operations Center staff and comment on what to do in the 

case of an accident, unsafe working conditions, 

ergonomics, stress, etc.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

45082 10:12 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Area 

Commander, (Region) 

Division

1

Accountability of life, property, and departmental assets based on 

information from (State's Department of Motor Vehicles) (Region) 

Area Command Post.

Dispatch investigative staff to all offices that have not been 

accounted for, using the list provided by the operation field 

branch. Report back to (State's Department of Motor 

Vehicles) DOC.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

32512 10:15 Hand-delivered (Area Water Division) (State Office of Emergency Services) (Area) 

Region 

(Area Water Division) 

EOC 10 Can't read any data from for the water system, must run water system manually.

Telephone pole at District yard fell during earthquake. This 

pole, holds the (Supervisory Control Data Acquisition 

(SCDA)) communications antenna, which operates all of 

the water wells, booster relay system, and automated 

control system.

PW: Public Works

69802 10:15 Other State Operations Center 

Security Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

5

At the beginning of each shift, the Security Officer should be 

identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on security 

issues

Identify Security Officer to provide information concerning 

security issues. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

48962 10:19 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Water Resources)

(State's Department of Water Resources) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Water Resources) 

Earthquake Engineering 

Section

10 Notify POC and field divisions of affected facilities that need to be 

inspected for damage.

Identification of affected (State's Dept of Water Resources) 

facilities.

45092 10:20 Multimedia Phone

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) (Area) 

Command Post

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

1 Evaluate situation, identify operational objectives, communicate 

with Operations staff at HQ and field offices affected.

There has been another aftershock of (#.#) magnitude 

(Direction) of (Locality/city), utilities are down.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

69842 10:20 Other State Operations Center 

Logistics Chief

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

7

At the beginning of each shift, Logistics Chief will comment on 

meals and ask State Operations Center staff to identify any dietary 

concerns.

Identify Logistics Chief to provide information on meals, 

and ask staff to identify any dietary concerns. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69952 10:25 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

Chaplain

5

Test Chaplain's ability to find a qualified chaplain's assistant. This 

individual has specialized training. JCOE should be able to help 

resource a request for support.

One of the chaplain assistants assigned to the (CBRNE 

Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP)) Unit is 

injured; the chaplain with that unit needs support.

76972 10:30 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5

J3-Operations assessment of forces required; recommendation to 

Chief of Staff on meeting request; identifying shortfalls for EMAC 

request. Tie to Mission Requests.

Local law enforcement is actively working to control traffic 

flow within jurisdictional boundaries, setting up perimeters 

around critical incidents, controlling entry, and working 

detours around blocked streets. They are being quickly 

overwhelmed by the scope of the event; affected ICs and 

county EOCs request the NG provide security/traffic 

control capabilities to augment local law enforcement. 

(State) National Guard should be prepared to support at 

least (##) ICS/Command Sites or make recommendations 

for any available external resources to fill the request.

GA: Governmental Administrative

55152 10:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 

HQ

10 Evaluate current missions and available staff, then reply.

Lake (Name of Lake) staff evaluates current missions and 

needs and replies to DOC on their ability to assist with 

Peace Officer duties at Lake (Name of Lake) grounds.

LE: Law Enforcement EMA: Emergency 

Management Agency GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications PH: Public Health

64762 10:45 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) REOC

8 Start to coordinate mutual aid for (Name of a City). Receive request from (Name of a County) County to assist 

in coordinating mutual aid PH: Public Health

69962 10:55 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

Chaplain

5

Does Joint Force Headquarters-Staff Chaplain pull in Army 

National Guard (Regional Support Teams) or does he reach out to 

other States. Issues with Air chaplains being assigned to Army 

Units. Air chaplains can support areas and the personnel within 

those areas, but should not be attached to units. JCOE could help 

support (Request For Federal Assistance (RFA)).

Medical unit is requesting additional chaplain support for 

National Guard personnel injured in the response. There 

are no Army National Guard (Regional Support Teams 

(RST)) left in the State.

64742 11:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 Start (Family Assistance Service Team (FAST)) process. Contact Department POC's within Agency regarding 

(Family Assistance Service Teams (FASTs)) in shelters. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

77002 11:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

5

Coordinate with (National Guard bureau (NGB)) for EMAC of 

available (The Military's CBRNE Response Unit) units and with 

DCO for Mutual Assistance of similar (Type #) capabilities; 

coordinate with (State Office of Emergency Services) on EMAC or 

(Request For Federal Assistance (RFA)) for available National 

Guard and (Type #) search and rescue and triage capabilities. Tie 

to Mission Requests.

Support search and rescue in (Area) Region; (##,###) 

buildings collapsed, many victims require extraction, 

triage, and medical treatment. (State) National Guard is 

requested to identify all internal and external resources 

available immediately to fill this mission.

GA: Governmental Administrative

61142 11:00 Multimedia Phone

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Family Assistance 

Service Team

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Family Assistance Service Team

(State Office of 

Emergency Services)

5

(State's Utilities Operation Center) responders provide update to 

(State Office of Emergency Services) regarding outage 

notification to include potential impact.

(State's Utilities Operation Center) responders contact 

(State Office of Emergency Services) to provide situation 

reports of potential outage notification information 

including severity and impact and expected duration of 

outage.

65722 11:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14, 15

Private sector liaison asks (State Office of Emergency Services) 

GIS team for zip code data, and distributes information to broader 

private sector, as well as (Major nationwide bank). Donated ATMs 

entered into (Response Information Management System) or 

(Name of Management system), and mentioned to Red Cross for 

evacuation centers.

(Major nationwide bank) needs zip codes for affected areas 

so they can identify impacted employees and customers. 

(Major nationwide bank) also offers (#) mobile ATMs.

61252 11:32 E-mail American Red Cross 

(ACR) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

6 (Area) REOC Care and Shelter Branch requests support.

We need staff to assist with providing care for 

approximately (#,###) people with disabilities and specific 

needs currently residing in our emergency shelters.

HC: Health Care

77012 12:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC 5, 14

J4-Logistics and J3-Operations estimate ability to support; 

prioritize missions; request augmenting support; Joint Planning 

Group determines long term needs. Tie to Mission Requests.

(State Office of Emergency Services) tasks (State) 

National Guard to support sheltering of (###,###) 

earthquake victims; assistance with shelter security; 

transportation of food and water resources to shelter areas 

and security for shelter locations. (State) National Guard is 

requested to identify all internal and external resources 

available immediately to fill this mission.

GA: Governmental Administrative

64812 12:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) State 

Operations Center

8 (State's Department of Mental Health) State Operations Center 

staff works on mutual aid for the (#) counties.

REOC requests assistance in coordinating mutual aid for 

(Name of County) and (Name of County) Counties. PH: Public Health

58782 12:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#) 1, 8

Possible Mission Assignment to ESF 1, 8, DOD. Support 

deployment of Ambulance Strike Teams and Disaster Ambulance 

Support Units. Utilize contracted ambulance services to move 

patients to field treatment and air evacuation sites.

Conduct land-based patient evacuation via ambulance and 

bus. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

58802 12:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)8

Possible Mission Assignment to ESF 8, Defense Coordinating 

Element, Commanding General. Utilize search and rescue 

aircraft from Department of Homeland Security and DoD to 

augment State resources. Request NDMS patient movement 

support system be activated to support moving patients to 

nonimpacted medical facilities in unaffected areas and out of State. 

Commence Federally supported medical evacuation patient 

movement operations.

Conduct air evacuation of patients via fixed and rotary wing 

aircraft. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

58812 12:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)8

Possible Mission Assignments to ESF 8, DOD. Display all 

established locations on maps. Support activation of State Field 

Treatment Sites. Request deployment of available Federal 

Medical Stations. Support activation of State Medical Reserve 

Corps. Activate DoD hospital ships (USNS (Name of Ship) and 

(Name of Ship)) and deploy. Deploy DoD field hospitals.

Earthquake results in thousands of injuries and disrupts 

regional medical capabilities. Identify field medical 

treatment sites for triage, care, holding and evacuation.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency HC: 

Health Care PH: Public Health

21542 12:00 Hand-delivered (State's Department of 

Public Health)

(State's Department of Public Health) 

Controller FEMA Region (#)

8

ESF 8 requests assistance from U.S. Department of Health and 

Human Services (HHS), Veteran Affairs (VA) and DoD for 

medical and allied health providers.

Many health care providers are not able to report to their 

respective hospitals, clinics, or offices. They are either 

victims, predisposed with their families, or have no way to 

get from where they are to where they need to be. Local 

health departments have a critical need for doctors, 

physicians assistants, nurses and related health care 

specialists (lab technicians, pharmacists, etc.).

HC: Health Care

59172 12:00 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC Care 

and Shelter Branch

6

We are beginning to run out of shelter space in some 

areas. Can you provide tents and related material for 

approximately 10k people and staff to do setup?

65732 12:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

2, 14, 15

Private sector liaison introduces (Name of major cell phone 

carrier) contact to (Name of County) County EOC private sector 

liaison

(Name of major cell phone carrier) requests access for 

repair teams to several damaged cell sites in (Name of 

City)

65412 12:30 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ (State's Department of Transportation) - HQ

1 Communications drill.

(State's Department of Transportation) bridge engineer, 

during inspection, finds bridge on Highway (##), in (Name 

of County) County, over the (Name of River) River (Bridge 

###-###) unstable and unable to carry vehicular traffic. 

Bridge (located on Highway # at locality) needs to be 

closed.

PW: Public Works

77032 13:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JFHQ

7 J4-Logistics staff log support brief; Joint Planning Group log 

brief.

The Chief of Staff requests a briefing on logistical 

estimates for supporting near-term operations and 

sustaining operations beyond (##) hours for units assigned 

to JTFs

GA: Governmental Administrative

65742 13:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

1 Private sector liaison talks to (State's Department of 

Transportation) for alternate safe routes.

(Name of National Oil Company) tanker trucks are stuck in 

traffic near (Name of City) on Highway (#). Is there an 

alternate route?

64792 13:10 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Social Services)

(State's Department of Social Services) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Social Services) DOC

6 DOC manager decides what (State's Department of Social 

Services) staff will be deployed on the recovery team.

(State Office of Emergency Services) requests recovery 

team to (Area) (State) on (Month) (Day), (Year). EMA: Emergency Management Agency

57102 13:30 Multimedia Phone Media American Red Cross Controller/(Care and 

Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC Care and 

Shelter Branch

6

(Area) REOC Care and Shelter Branch contacts shelter 

managers to ensure safety at shelters. Coordinates media access 

as appropriate.

We are hearing reports of violence in some of the shelters, 

can you confirm? Also, we want to have our reporters visit 

some sites, can you provide address and POC information?

LE: Law Enforcement

60522 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Area 

Commander (Area) 

Division Command

1 Use of maps to avoid areas in any response or recovery effort. Updated maps of road closures and facilities status. LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

60542 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) DOC

(State's Department of Motor Vehicles) DOC 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Motor Vehicles) Area 

Commander (Area) 

Division Command

1 Approved demobilization plan by DOC Manager. Development of demobilization plan for (State's 

Department of Motor Vehicles) (Name of City) DOC.

LE: Law Enforcement GA: Governmental 

Administrative

41192 14:00 E-mail (State's Department of 

Public Health) SimCell

(State's Department of Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical Branch) Rep

(State's Department of 

Public Health) 

(Environmental Medical 

Branch)

8

(Environmental Medical Branch) staff in JEOC responds to need 

for building damage assessments by working with (Environmental 

Medical Branch) Chief to identify available staff and informing 

JEOC Operations Chief how many (Environmental Medical 

Branch) staff are available to be trained and deployed to field to 

assist with building assessments.

Due to reports of widespread damage in impacted areas, 

state workers with building infrastructure expertise are 

needed to assist local building departments with damage 

assessments of schools, hospitals, etc. (State Office of 

Emergency Services) to coordinate just-in-time training 

effort for assessors.

PH: Public Health

69972 14:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

Chaplain

5 Expected process for accessing needed supplies.

Several RSTs are having difficulty functioning effectively 

because they need transportation and radios. Their units 

are unable to provide transportation or radios for them. 

They are requesting help from the JFHQ-State Chaplain.

77062 14:00 Multimedia Phone SimCell (State) National Guard (State) National Guard 

JOC

7

(Joint Staff-Logistics (J4)) assessment of State capability and 

coordination with NGB JOC for additional capability that can be 

sent to the state using EMAC. Tie to Mission Requests.

Due to numerous water main breaks and damage to the 

sewage system (State Office of Emergency Services) tasks 

the National Guard for water purification capability to 

support (###,###) people and make recommendations for 

any available external resources to fill the request.

GA: Governmental Administrative

64412 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Mental Health) Assigned 

Staff

8 (State's Department of Mental Health) begins the Crisis 

Counseling Program Grant.

(State's Department of Mental Health) receives request 

from (Name of County) County and (Name of City) to write 

Crisis Counseling Program Grant

PH: Public Health

58822 14:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#)8

Support activation of (State) Disaster Medical System. Deploy 

available Disaster Medical Assistance Teams/NDMS resources, 

including Incident Response Coordination Team and associated 

equipment caches. Establish NDMS location assignments. 

Support deployment of (State) Medical Assistance Teams/Mission 

Support Teams.

Earthquake results in thousands of injuries and disrupts 

regional medical capabilities. Provide onsite medical 

treatment.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HC: Health 

Care PH: Public Health

65812 14:00 Multimedia Phone FEMA Operations FEMA Region (#) RRCC Federal ESF (#) 12, 7

The (Utilities) control systems in the Federal buildings at 

(Address) (Name of City) and (Address) need repairs. The 

controls on the rotary ceiling fans need to be replaced. (#) 

each required. Suggested source: (Name of Major 

Appliance Company). Need to replace circuit breakers in 

the (Address), (City) Federal Building. Require quantity of 

(##) each. Specifications as follows: Panel, Distribution, 

Class 650, 651, 3-Pole Distribution Panel, 4.5 Inch 

Mounting Height; (#) 1 Pole QO Circuit Breakers; ABC 

Phase Connection. Suggested source: (Name of Major 

Appliance Company) or (Name of Major Appliance 

Company).

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65342 14:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Mental Health)

(State's Department of Mental Health) 

Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

8

(State's Department of Mental Health) State Operations Center 

staff to prepare action request form (ARF) daily to submit to (State 

Office of Emergency Services).

(State's Department of Mental Health) State Operations 

Center submits ARF to (State Office of Emergency 

Services).

PH: Public Health

65752 14:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14, 15 Private sector liaison talks to Logistics and probably Department of 

General Services.

National Demolition Association wants to know emergency 

debris removal contract bidding process.

69812 14:15 Other State Operations Center 

Security Officer

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff 5, 13 At the beginning of each shift, Security Officer should be identified to State Operations Center staff and comment on security issues.

Identify Security Officer to provide security information to 

State Operations Center staff. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

69852 14:20 Other State Operations Center 

Logistics Chief

(State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center Controller

State Operations Center 

Staff

7

At the beginning of each shift, Logistics Chief provides information 

about meals and asks State Operations Center staff to identify 

dietary concerns

Identify Logistics Chief to provide information on meals and 

ask State Operations Center staff for any dietary issues. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65762 15:00 Multimedia Phone (State) Governor's Office Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center (BOC))

14, 15 Private sector liaison begins compiling spreadsheet. Liaison talks 

to private sector liaison in (Name of County) County EOC.

Governor wants list of companies that have made large 

contributions, either monetary or in-kind.

43142 16:00 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency 

(EPA)) EOC Director

(State's Environmental 

Protection Office) (Area 

Water Office) 

Representative (State's 

Integrated Waste 

Management Board), 

(State's Department of 

Toxic Substance Control) 

and (State's Water 

Resource Control Board)

10, 11 (State) EPA Director to request (Area Water Office) 

representation as required by MAC subject or area of concern.

(State Office of Emergency Services)/FEMA form MAC 

Groups requiring (State) EPA representatives. Identify 

representatives and transmit information to State 

Operations Center/JFO.

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

54542 16:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Public Health) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller (State's Conservation Corps) EOC 11

Send out request to (Name of State Capital's) (State's 

Conservation Corps) to gather (#) amount of crew members to 

deploy to the airport within (#) hours of recall

Crew requested for (Locality) area to load cache and 

supplies onto aircraft for deployment to (Area) region. EMA: Emergency Management Agency

54732 16:00 Other Media (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) DOC

13, 15 News report played in DOC and ICPs.

(Canned news broadcast) Continued coverage of the 

earthquake and aftershocks. USGS confirms the intensity 

and location of the earthquake, show graphics of the 

effected area, shake maps, etc.

43122 16:00 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency 

(EPA)) EOC Director

(State) (Environmental 

Protection Agency 

(EPA)) (State's 

Integrated Waste 

Management Board) 

(Area Water Office) 

Representative

10

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)) EOC Director 

requests (State's Integrated Waste Management Board) Boards, 

Departments, and Offices (Area Water Office) representative to 

arrange for agency representative to be dispatched to the JFO.

State Operations Center/JFO request to send (State's 

Integrated Waste Management Board) representative to 

JFO to join Debris Management MAC. Mission Task on 

(Response Information Management System).

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

43132 16:00 Other

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency 

(EPA)) EOC Director

(State) (Environmental 

Protection Agency 

(EPA)) EOC 

(Department of Toxic 

Substance Control) (Area 

Water Office) 

Representative

10

(State) (Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)) Director 

requests (Department of Toxic Substance Control) representative 

to send staff to JFO.

State Operations Center requests (State) (Environmental 

Protection Agency (EPA) (Department of Toxic Substance 

Control) agency representative to report to JFO. Staffing of 

HazMat MAC underway by (State Office of Emergency 

Services) and FEMA. Mission task on (Response 

Information Management System).

HZ: Hazardous Material (HazMat)

65772 16:00 Multimedia Phone Private Sector Business Executives for National Security 

Controller

State Operations Center 

(Business Operations 

Center) 

14, 15 Private sector liaison talks to (Name of County) County EOC and 

(State Office of Emergency Services) GIS team.

Google offers Google Earth technology and NASA Ames 

Predator for damage assessments.

61322 17:15 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Region) REOC

7, 15

Chinese consulate has (#,###) tents and (##,###) blankets 

to contribute to the relief effort. Where can they ship them? 

Can you arrange for flight landing rights?

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

65522 20:00 E-mail

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

State Operations Center 

Planning and Intelligence

5

Continued communication between (State's Department of General 

Services) DOC, State Operations Center, JIC, and (Governor's 

Emergency Operations Executive Council (GEOEC)).

(State's Department of General Services) provides 

(SitRep) from B Shift to (State Office of Emergency 

Services) Planning and Intelligence Section.

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

63982 22:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller

(State's Conservation 

Corps) Centers 

Statewide

11 (State's Conservation Corps) sites to report on damage 

assessments and operability.

Damage assessments from (State's Conservation Corps) 

locations. GA: Governmental Administrative

59132 23:15 Multimedia Phone American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area/Region) REOC 

Care and Shelter Branch

6 (State Care and Shelter Branch) assesses ability to support.

Local emergency shelters and animal care agencies are 

being overwhelmed with displaced pets. What support can 

the State provide? Can you help set up a pet evacuation 

program to move animals out of the impacted area?

PH: Public Health

61292 23:56 E-mail American Red Cross 

(ARC) ARC Controller/(Care and Shelter) Branch

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

(Area) REOC

6

(Care and Shelter Branch) assesses the number of residents in 

the (###) shelters. Requests support from law enforcement and 

public health.

ARC Chapters in (Name of County), (Name of County) and 

(Name of County) Counties need security and public health 

nursing staff for approximately (###) shelter sites.

LE: Law Enforcement HC: Health Care

65533 1:00 E-mail

(State's Department of 

General Services) State 

Operations Center 

Representatives

(State's Department of General Services) 

Liaison

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5, 7, 15

(State's Department of General Services) State Operations Center 

representatives demobilize and prepare for recovery efforts and 

coordination.

Advise (State Office of Emergency Services) State 

Operations Center of (State's Department of General 

Services) DOC demobilization. Prepare (State's 

Department of General Services) teams to transition from 

response to recovery

PW: Public Works GA: Governmental 

Administrative PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

65623 10:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Conservation 

Corps ) (State's Conservation Corps) Controller State's Conservation Corps Centers Statewide 14 (State's Conservation Corps) Centers to maintain crew resources 

for prolonged crew assignments.

Maintain (State's Conservation Corps) recovery operations 

with State and local governments. GA: Governmental Administrative

67563 10:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67593 10:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Deputy 

Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

72553 10:00 E-mail DoD-NORTHCOM 

(Northern Command) FEMA Region (#) DoD-Defense Coordinating Element 5, 8

DCO/Defense Coordinating Element will process anticipated 

Missions Assignments through DoD channels. (Appropriate Army 

Command) will source requirements as capability exists.

FEMA requests additional Federal resources to meet 

Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team 

(DMORT) requirements throughout the affected regions.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services
6755

3 10:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) Duty Officer

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

67583 10:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator FEMA Region (#)

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67573 10:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67623 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67653 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Deputy 

Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67603 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67663 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67613 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) DOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

67643 10:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller FEMA Region (#)

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67683 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67733 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Deputy 

Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67753 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67673 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) DOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

67713 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller FEMA Region (#)

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67633 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67703 11:00 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67823 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67853 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Deputy 

Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67863 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) Director

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67813 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller

(State Emergency 

Medical Services 

Agency) DOC

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services

67843 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

DOC Coordinator FEMA Region (#)

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

67833 11:30 E-mail

(Office of Health 

Planning and 

Development) DOC 

Incident Commander

(Office of Health Planning and Development) 

Controller 

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

8

Conduct status check on (General Acute Care (GAC)) 

beds and facilities and (Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)) 

beds and facilities.

EMA: Emergency Management Agency

61153 17:30 Multimedia Phone

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Executive Director

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) 

Executive Director

(State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) 

Member Utilities

12

Communication protocols are closed out for the exercise with 

member utilities and (State Office of Emergency Services) and 

response After Action Report (AAR) preparation begins.

(State's Utilities Emergency Association) sends out a 

deactivation communication to all (State's Utilities 

Emergency Association) member utilities and (State Office 

of Emergency Services) and begins to prepare information 

for their After Action Report (AAR).

35843 21:23 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

State Operations Center Controller State Operations Center 

Director

5 Agencies and jurisdictions conduct injury and damage 

assessments.

A magnitude (#.#) after shock has struck the (City), (State) 

area.

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

54714 11:00 Multimedia Phone Media SimCell Media Controller

(State's Department of 

Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) (Tactical 

HQ)/DOC

13, 15 (State's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) PIO 

prepares response.

(##) days into the incident, some residents are returning to 

the area. Public shelters are still operating. (Name of 

News Program) (Major TV Network) is requesting 

information from (State's Department of Corrections and 

Rehabilitation) "This is a researcher for (Name of News 

Program) (Major TV Network), we are doing a special 

report on how the disaster has affected (State). How many 

parolees does the Department of Corrections supervise 

statewide? How many parolees were in the disaster area, 

and how many were effected by the disaster? Has the 

Department of Corrections been able to account for all of 

them? Are there dangerous felons or sex offenders at 

large?"

49324 10:00 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Transportation)

(State's Department of Pesticide Regulation) 

Controller

(State's Department of 

Pesticide Regulation) 10 Update visitors of road openings and release affected visitors.

Highway (###) to the (Direction) is open for people 

heading to (Area) (State) or out of State. Travel to (Area) 

(State) is not yet possible.

EMS: Emergency Medical Services LE: Law 

Enforcement EMA: Emergency Management 

Agency PW: Public Works PSC: Public Safety 

Communications

4131 30 10:00 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller (Drinking Water) (State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

(State's Department of Public Health) drinking water program will 

provide information on the operational status of drinking water 

utilities in the affected areas

Please provide the status of drinking water systems in the 

affected areas.

4132 30 10:00 Multimedia Phone EPA EPA Controller (Drinking Water) (State's Department of 

Public Health) JEOC

8

(State's Department of Public Health) will inquire of (State's 

Utilities Emergency Association) and water utilities in affected 

areas and report back on their status.

Please provide a status report on the wastewater treatment 

facilities and systems in the affected area.

3585 30 17:23 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

State Operations Center Controller State Operations Center 

Director

5 Agencies and jurisdictions conduct injury and damage 

assessments.

A magnitude (#.#) after shock, concurrent with the (Month, 

Day) event has struck in the area of the (Locality).

FS: Fire Service EMS: Emergency Medical 

Services LE: Law Enforcement EMA: 

Emergency Management Agency HZ: 

Hazardous Material (HazMat) PW: Public 

Works GA: Governmental Administrative PSC: 

Public Safety Communications HC: Health Care 

PH: Public Health

6212 E-mail

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Warning Center

(State's Office of Information Security)-(State's 

Consumer Service Agency) Controller

(State's Office of 

Information Security)-

Agency Exercise Group

5, 2

(State's Office of Information Security)/(State's Consumer 

Services Agency), upon receipt of notification from Warning 

Center, begin exercise by contacting participating agency 

Controllers

Notification from Warning Center of the (#.#) earthquake. GA: Governmental Administrative

4638 Multimedia Phone (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) Controller

(State Office of 

Emergency Services) 

State Operations Center

5,6

(State's Department of Veterans Affairs) State Operations Center 

representative to contact respective (State's Health and Human 

Services Agency) partners.

DOC Incident Commander contacts (State's Department of 

Veterans Affairs) agency representative at (State Office of 

Emergency Services) SOC and instructs representative to 

contact (State's Department of Veterans Affairs) strategic 

partners e.g., (State's Department of Social Services), 

(State's Conservation Corps), (State's Department of Food 

and Agriculture), (State's Department of Water 

Resources), etc., for care, shelter, and medical support 

provisions for (Area) (State) Veterans Homes members 

relocating to (City).

GA: Governmental Administrative
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT 

TIME SUBJECT INJECT 

MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/ THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

9:00 Start of Exercise (STARTEX)

1 - Incident 

Commander

2 - MC

3 = Ev / SIP

4 - HazMat5 - EPI & W

1 9:00 Announcement Controllers at each 

location All Players 2 "A tanker truck, [tanker identification number], hauling an unidentified toxic industrial chemical w as traveling [directional coordinate] on [street]. The tanker hit 

a [vehicle] and has rolled on its side and came to a rest directly in front of the [neighborhood] gate. The gatekeeper has called 9-1-1 to report the accident." Dispatcher notifies [Municipality] Fire Department, [Municipality] Sheriff's Office

2 9:02 Announcement Citizen [Municipality] Fire 

Department 2 A citizen/passerby pulls up to the [Municipality] Fire Department and tells the on-duty staff that s/he just w itnessed the accident. "I just saw a traffic accident involving a [vehicle] and a tanker truck that rolled onto its side." Dispatcher notifies [Municipality] Fire Department, [Municipality] Sheriff's Office

3 9:02 Radio [Municipality] Fire 

Department

SimCell (9-1-1 

Dispatcher) 2 "This is the fire department. We just received info from a citizen that there is an overturned tanker leaking something. Please respond." [Municipality] Fire Department activation communications. MAA call yet? Complement?

4 9:02 Radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) [Municipality] Sheriff's 

Office 2 "This is the 9-1-1 dispatcher. We just received a call from [Municipality] Fire Department that there is an overturned tanker leaking something. Please respond."

Sheriff's department activates communications. (One or tw o units? One from [directional coordinate] and one from [directional coordinate] to establish 

perimeter?) Who is Incident Commander? How does this form and evolve? x

5 9:02 Radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch)

[Municipality] County 

Emergency Medical 

Services (EMS)

2 "This is the 9-1-1 dispatcher. We just received a call from [Municipality] Fire Department that there is an overturned tanker leaking something. Please 

respond." EMS activates communications. Coming from [City]? Or w here? x

6 9:04 Announcement Controller on scene Responding deputy 2 "You've just arrived on scene and think you smell [chemical]. The current w eather is [temperature C/F] w ith w inds at [w ind speed] out of the [directional 

coordinate]." Deputy w ould call dispatch to report on the situation. x

9:07 (Expected 

action)

Responding sheriff's 

deputy Dispatch 2 Deputy arrives at scene. "This is the responding deputy. I've arrived at the scene and I think I smell [chemical]." Advise to assess situation.

7 Announcement Controller on scene Responding deputy 10 Controller announces to the deputy: "As you move closer to the actual accident, you realize that you do smell [chemical] and it is becoming hard for you to 

breathe. You begin coughing." 

Deputy w ould back aw ay to protect ow n life and determine how to approach the situation. Note to controller: If the deputy continues to move closer to 

the leak, you should announce: "You are starting to choke on the air you are breathing in. You're not sure if you can move any closer to the accident." x x

9:09 (Expected 

action) Responding deputy Dispatch 2, 13 Deputy calls in to dispatch. "Responding deputy again. I definitely smell [chemical] and I need a HazMat team ASAP. There also appears to be injuries at the 

scene to the drivers of the vehicles. The driver of the tanker truck is coughing and seems to be going in and out of consciousness." Advise to stay uphill/upw ind to avoid exposure; call fire department and alert.

8 9:10 Radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) [Municipality] Fire 

Department 5 Provide update of situation (if not already there). Brief personnel and deploy to incident scene. x x

9:12 (Expected 

action) 10 The [Municipality] Fire Department arrives on scene and begins its assessment. Identify [chemical] via placard [applicable HazMat placard number] and initial reports of [chemical] smell. Begin gathering personal protective equipment (PPE) for entry. x

9:13 (Expected 

action) 5 Incident Commander transfer Fire department chief assumes incident command from responding deputy. x

9:14 (Expected 

action)

[Municipality] Fire 

Department

Available personnel 

w ithin department 5 Dispatch, at request of [Municipality] Fire Department, to call all in local response personnel, including off-duty personnel All personnel should be alerted to report to the command post. x

9:15 (Expected 

action) 5, 10 Decision is made to send in personnel to begin containment of the leak. Local responders realize that they w ill need outside assistance for HazMat. x x

9:15 (Expected 

action) Responding deputy SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) 13 Per protocol (for an injury/HazMat incident on a [jurisdictional affiliated roadw ay]), the responding deputy should call dispatch w ithin [measurable time] of 

being notified of the incident and request that dispatch notify public w orks and request that public w orks assist w ith road closures. Deputy contacts dispatch and dispatch contacts public w orks (see inject 11 below ). x x

9:16 (Expected 

action)

[Municipality] Fire 

Department

SimCell (9-1-1 

Dispatch) 5 [Municipality] Fire Department Requests [City] HazMat Team and [State] Department of Public Safety (DPS) HazMat Team to assist. [Municipality] requests 

Local Harbor Command (LHC) to its command trailer to the scene to use as the Incident Commander Post. (Note: Need to determine w hether LHC is actually 

bringing its command trailer.)

These groups should deploy their HazMat teams. x

9 9:16 Announcement On Scene Controller Responding deputy 13 The onscene controllers w ill show the responding deputy a photo of the simulated accident and explain to him that the accident occurred just in front of the 

[neighborhood] gate, and no traffic can get in or out of the gate. Deputy contacts dispatch to report on situation. x

9:17 (Expected 

action)

Responding sheriff's 

deputy SimCell (Dispatch) 13 The deputy should contact dispatch and tell them that the only entrance to the [neighborhood] is blocked by the tanker accident, and that the residents are 

stranded inside. Incident Commander to start discussing evacuation by boat, since the only road out is blocked by the tanker.

10 9:17 Announcement Controller on scene Incident Commander 5, 10 The onscene controllers tells the Incident Commander that there is a leak in the tanker valve that continues to expand. The most serious hazard appears to 

be w ithin [measurable distance] of the tanker, but the odor is detectible as far aw ay as [measurable distance]." 

Incident Commander contacts the [Municipality] Fire Department to request that they coordinate delivery of an [emergency chemical response kit]. Local 

Harbor Command (LHC) w ould likely request to Private Industry to deploy [emergency chemical response kit]. (Note: LHC Hazmat Team is being 

simulated.)

X

9:19 (Expected 

action) Command Post Incident Commander 5, 15 Initial Incident Summary to Incident Commander (based on Emergency Response Guidebook [ERG] Guide [applicable ERG guide number]: [measurable 

distance] radius exclusion zone. Remove any injured from w ithin exclusion zone. Determine extent of damage and likelihood of increasing release 

(catastrophic failure). 

Incident Commander briefs staff. Fire department and sheriff's department form UC, or fire department assumes Incident Commander). x

11 9:20 Phone call/radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) [County] Public Works 2, 3, 5 Assuming the expected action occurs in w hich the deputy calls dispatch and requests public w orks assistance, the SimCell should contact public w orks 

and request shutdow n of [street 1], parts of [interstate], [street 2], [street 3], and [street 4]. Public w orks to begin deploying personnel to assist w ith putting road signs out for traffic control. x x x

12 9:20

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell ([Bordering 

Municipality] Sheriff)

[Municipality] Sheriff's 

Office 13 [Bordering Municipality] Sheriff's Office calls [Municipality] Sheriff's Office and says: "This is [Bordering Municipality] Sheriff's Office. I'm getting reports that there's some kind of situation over there, a chemical spill. Do w e need to be w orried about dealing w ith it over here?" 

This is a contingency inject. It is expected that [Municipality] County w ould notify [Bordering Municipality], as plume w ould likely cross [body of w ater] 

and responders w ould have to set up tw o commands, one on either side of [body of w ater].

13 9:20

Phone call 

(contingency 

Inject for 

expected action 

above)

SimCell (Public Works) [Municipality] Sheriff's 

Office 13 [County] Public Works calls [Municipality] Sheriff's Office and says: "This is [Name] from [County] Public Works. We've heard from dispatch that there's some kind of incident near [neighborhood]. Do you need our assistance for anything?" This is a contingency inject. It is expected that [Municipality] County w ould request assistance from public w orks for road closures. X

9:30 (Expected 

action)

Supervisor at Sheriff's 

Office/[County] Office 

of Emergency 

Management (OEM)

State EOC 4, 5

The sheriff in [Municipality] or the [Municipality] Fire Department w ould contact the State, notify them of the incident, and let them know that it w ill likely 

overw helm their resources and that they are requesting a declaration to call in other resources, including a mobile EOC to be established close to the 

incident scene; the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) Operations Control Center (SMOCC) from [capital city]; and the Temporary Organizations 

Active in Disaster (TOAD) from [County].

Emergency manager to declare state of emergency, make request to deploy SMOCC and TOAD, and advise sheriff of Emergency Transportation 

Annex (ETA).

9:30 (Expected 

action) Incident Command

Nuclear Regulatory 

Commission (NRC) 

(SimCell) 

5 Per protocol, the Incident Commander w ould be expected to contact the NRC to report on the [chemical] leak w ithin [measurable time] after the 

accident/resulting spill. Incident Commander contacts the NRC. x x x

9:35 (Expected 

action) 5, 9

Decision to evacuate has been made by the Incident Commander. Will evacuate by boat from [LOCATION IN (NEIGHBORHOOD)] to [OFFLOADING POINT]. 

Other residents to evacuate immediately, farthest houses first: [street], [street 2], [street 3], then [street 4]. Once last evacuees are transferred from 

[neighborhood], installation of emergency chemical response kit w ill begin. Once tanker is patched and air clears, resume evacuation, including [tribes(s)]. 

Once evacuation is complete, tanker transfer and uprighting can begin. 

Deploy w ater resources to the area to assist w ith evacuation of residents. Include [Municipality] Fire Department, [Municipality] Sheriff's Office, fish 

and game, tribe(s) for w ater resources. (Note: [Tribe(s)] w ill be simulated and w ill not be participating in the exercise.) X X

14 9:40 Radio SimCell ([County] EOC) Incident Commander 2, 5 "This is the [Municipality] EOC. A decision has been made on the evacuee shelter location; it w ill be at [Municipality] Park. x x x x

15 9:41

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell ([Bordering 

Municipality] Sheriff's 

Office)

[Municipality] Fire 

Department 2, 13 "This is [Bordering Municipality] Sheriff's Office again. Is there anything w e can do to help you w ith this situation?" [Bordering Municipality], U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) officers, and [State] Fish and Game w ould be notified and requested to send boating officers to assist w ith evacuation. x

16 9:42

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell ([Municipality] 

EOC) Incident Commander 2, 6 "This is the [Municipality] EOC. The evacuees w ill be transported to [Municipality] Park and w e need support in receiving and care/feeding. How do you plan to shelter and care for the evacuees?"

This is a contingency inject. It is expected that ARC w ould have already been called in. How ever, if they have not, the Incident Commander contacts 

dispatch and requests dispatch call ARC to ask for sheltering assistance. ARC [chapter] w ill deploy [complement] from [City].

17 9:42

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell ([Municipality] 

EOC) Incident Commander 2, 5, 6 "This is the [Municipality] EOC. We w ill need help in transporting evacuees to [Municipality] Park. How do you plan to transport them?"

This is a contingency inject. It is expected that the health department or schools w ould have already been contacted as directed by the Incident 

Commander, through dispatch, to bring [vehicle/transportation]. If they have not, the Incident Commander contacts dispatch and requests assistance 

w ith transport. School superintendent w ill arrange for [##] buses (impact to school schedule?); [vehicle] yard is located at [location], [distance] aw ay.

x x

18 9:43

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell ([Municipality] 

EOC)

County Health 

Department 2, 5, 6 "This is the [Municipality] EOC. We need the county health department to assist w ith sheltering operations. The ARC only has one nurse to deploy at this time, 

and w e know w e have citizens w ith needs that cannot be met w ithout a health professional." Health department should deploy personnel to assist w ith sheltering operations x x

10:00 (Expected 

action) 3 Department of Public Works arrives at staging area w ith road closure signs. Public w orks deploys to affected roads to assist sheriff's office w ith this task. x x

19 10:00 Radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) [Municipality] County 

EMS 2, 8 "We have people in the area of [street] crossing over the w ater to [street] show ing signs of burning eyes, throat irritation, and coughing. Their signs and symptoms seem to come and go." Health department to begin triaging the first victims x x x x

10:00 (Expected 

action) 5 Incident Commander appoints PIO from sheriff's office. PIO to report to command post

20 10:15

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell (County Board) [Municipality] Sheriff's 

Office 2, 15 "This is [Name], and I'm on the county board. Can you please tell me w hat is going on dow n there? I'm getting crazy phone calls from residents in the area about a very strong [chemical] smell. Is there some kind of situation I need to be aw are of?" [Municipality] OEM should have established liaison w ith county board and county manager. x

21 10:15

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) Incident Commander 2 9-1-1 dispatch contacts the Incident Commander to let him know that calls are coming in from boaters dow nw ind w ho are smelling [chemical]. "We have 

boaters in [street] area reporting a [chemical] smell." PIO should begin to pull together a press release. X

22 10:20 Radio Evacuation Pickup Point 

Unit Leader

Reception Area Unit 

Leader 2, 6, 8 Rescue/evacuation personnel are informed that some of the evacuees from the [neighborhood] have developmental disabilities. "This is the unit leader from 

the pickup point for the evacuation in the [neighborhood]. We just w anted to let you know that you have some residents w ith developmental sisabilities 

coming your w ay."

ARC should call Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) in to assist w ith these individuals. DDD should call in [developmentally disabled educational 

center] to alert them that they have clients in the incident area. [Developmentally disabled educational center] should call parents and send staff dow n.

10:25 (Expected 

action) 6, 15 PIO begins gathering information to release to residents to direct them to shelter in place for now , until the decision to evacuate has been made.

Contact media outlets to get the message out to close w indow s, turn off a/c, etc. Specifically, the PIO w ould be expected to take the follow ing actions: 

Contact [local radio station] and [local broadcasting station], w hich has capability to contact other stations, and air a public service announcement 

(PSA) alerting residents to close doors and w indow s, turn off A/C, and aw ait additional guidance and information. Contact president of [neighborhood] 

homeow ner’s association, w ho can also share information w ith neighbors by phone. For residents w ho can self-evacuate, provide information on 

the best routes.

X X

10:30 (Expected 

action) 5 State EOC in [capital city] is fully activated. Begin coordinating resource requests w ith the county and other agencies. x

10:30 (Expected 

action) 5 EOC and PIO decide w here the Joint Information Center (JIC) should be located. Decision is made concerning location of the JIC. and media outlets are alerted to report to this location. x x x x x

10:30 (Expected 

action) 5, 8 ARC rep arrives at command post to begin coordinating shelter ops.

23 10:38 Announcement On Scene Controller Incident Commander 10 The onscene HazMat controller announces that the [City] HazMat team arrives on scene to assist w ith the HazMat response and cleanup. (Note: the LHC 

Hazmat Team is being simulated during the exercise.) Send the team in to assist local responders w ith containment and cleanup. x x

24 11:00

Phone call 

(contingency 

inject)

SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) 2 9-1-1 radios to responding agencies: "We have boaters in the areas of [area] and [street] reporting a [chemical] smell" PIO should be contacting media outlets and pulling the press release together. x

11:08 (Expected 

action) 10 [State] Department of Public Safety (DPS) HazMat team arrives on scene. Send the team in to begin monitoring activities and assisting local responders w ith containment and cleanup.

25 11:11 Radio On Scene Controller Incident Commander 2 "You've just heard from one of the first responders that there are fatalities w ithin the [neighborhood]." Incident Commander to discuss Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team (DMORT) team and w here/how to address these. x

26 11:15 Phone call SimCell (American Red 

Cross [ARC]) State EOC 2, 6 "This is [Name], calling from the local Red Cross chapter. I am responding to the spill and evacuation in [City], and w e are hearing that many of the evacuees 

are extremely w orried about having left their homes and about possible fatalities of their neighbors. They w ant to go back to their home to retrieve personal 

belongings and pets. I think w e need a stress management team to come in to debrief these people. " 

ARC rep in State EOC w ould w ork w ith State EOC to take action to coordinate request and deployment of stress management teams to the shelter 

location. Request stress management team through mutual aid. [State] Park Service, Dept. of Public Safety, LHC, and [Bordering Municipality] Sheriff’s 

Office have these teams.

X

11:30 (Expected 

action) 5 Temporary Organizations Active in Disaster (TOAD) arrives on scene to provide Unified Communications for the incident. Communications should be unified through this mobile unit. X

11:30 (Expected 

action)

Public Information 

Officer (PIO) Simulated Media 15 PIO delivers first message to media outlets concerning the leak. Set up press conference. x x

27 12:00 Radio SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) ARC liaison at EOC 2, 6 "There seems to be some confusion as to the shelter location for the evacuated residents. I've got someone on the phone w ho w ants to donate food for the 

shelter, and they need to know w here to deliver that food." 

Shelter is set up for those w ho self evacuated and for residents being evacuated by boat. Staff members are ready to support/operate the shelter, 

and are expecting evacuees. x

12:00 (Expected 

action) 5 SMOCC arrives on scene, complete w ith additional staff, to assist in local EOC operations. X

12:30 (Expected 

action) 10 Level A entry teams continue cleaning up the [chemical] spill. This w ill continue until the end of exercise (ENDEX). x x

14:00 (Expected 

action) 9 Evacuation of [neighborhood] completed. 

14:15 (Expected 

action) Command Post [Municipality] EOC 5, 13, 14 Command post needs to have law enforcement personnel monitor this situation for aw hile and maintain perimeter security and continue investigating the situation. They develop roster for backfill.

Long-term response operations w ill be needed until investigation is completed, using [measurable time] shifts; complete rostering of law enforcement 

personnel up to [measurable time] out. Would require mutual aid from [City] Police Department, [Municipality] Police Department, DPS, [Bordering 

Municipality] Police Department, and [State] Game and Fish.

14:30 (Expected 

action) 6 Evacuees are transported by [vehicle] to a predesignated registration area. ARC and other Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) begin registration of evacuees. 

15:30 (Expected 

action) 6 Registration of evacuees. Registration process is complete and evacuees are transported to the shelter location. X

28 15:30 Phone call SimCell (9-1-1 Dispatch) Shelter Rep 2 9-1-1 dispatch is getting more phone calls about the status of residents believed to have been evacuated from the [neighborhood]. ARC should have list of evacuated individuals to provide to PIO. ARC and PIO should also ensure that [#] number is set up and communicated to the 

public so that they can determine the status of their loved ones. X

15:30 (Expected 

action) 6 Sheltering operations continue. This w ill continue until ENDEX. X

15:30 (Expected 

action) 10 Level A entry teams continue cleaning up the [chemical] spill. This w ill continue until ENDEX. X

16:00 End of Exercise (ENDEX) +K4 X

Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Incident

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

OBJECTIVE
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED OUTCOME NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND SIMCELL GROUP

1 1 9:00 Blast at Substation Communication 

Vehicle Senior Controller All Players 5 STARTEX

2 1 9:05 Call to 911 reporting a blast from citizen. Phone Controller SimCell 13

3 1 9:05 Police and fire dispatched Phone SimCell FD and PD 13

4 1 9:05 Notification of substation aberration Communication 

Vehicle

(Electrical Public 

Utilities)

(Electrical 

Public Utilities) 3

(Electrical Public Utility 1) and (Electrical 

Public Utility 2) confirm an issue of unknown 

cause

5 1 9:20 Troubleman arrives, assesses, and reports 

incident.

Communication 

Vehicle Troubleman (Electrical Public Utilities) 3

(Electrical Public Utility 1) and (Electrical 

Public Utility 2) confirm sabotage; (Electrical 

Public Utility 1) activates Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC). (Electrical Public 

Utility 2) works through dispatch.

6 1 9:22 Police and fire arrive onscene Player Action 13 & 4 Establish incident command (IC)

7 1 9:30 Notification of incident Communication 

Vehicle

(Electrical Public 

Utilities) FBI 13

Incident recorded and FBI responds to site 

(ensure FBI is notified per NERC 

requirements)

8 1 9:31 Sabotage confirmed. Communication 

Vehicle

(Electrical Public 

Utilities) Security

SimCell 

((State) CTIC 

(Counter 

Terrorism 

Information 

Center))

13

(State) CTIC (Counterterrorism Information 

Center) notify TLOs statewide of suspected 

terrorism.

9 1 9:32 Utility rep coordinates with IC. Communication 

Vehicle Utility Rep IC 5 Develop Incident Action Plan (IAP).

10 1 9:34 Utility rep coordinates with utility liaison. Communication 

Vehicle Utility Rep Utility Liaison 3 Establish incident communications with internal EOC

11 1 9:35 Communication between utility liaison and 

(County) EOC

Communication 

Vehicle Utility Liaison (State) EOC; (County) EOC 5 Communicate incident information; (State) EOC notifies agencies

12 1 9:37

(County) EOC notifies (State) Division of 

Emergency Management (DEM) of 

confirmed sabotage event at Pinnacle Peak 

substation

Phone Player Action: 

(County) EOC (State) EOC 13

13 1 9:39 (State) DEM activates (State) EOC Communicator Player Action: 

(State) DEM State Agencies 5

14 1 9:40

(County) EOC notifies cities and towns about 

(Electrical Public Utilities) Pinnacle Peak 

Substation explosion located near (Road 

Name) Road and (Road Name) Road.

(County) EOC Cities/ Towns 5 (County) EOC communication with cities/towns

15 1 9:50 Media phones (County) EOC for additional 

information about explosion Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 Form press release.

16 1 10:00 Panic caller about explosion seen in 

(Municipality) What do I do? Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 Communicate incident is under control. 

17 1 10:15 Utility liaison indicates possible curtailment 

plan Phone SimCell (County) EOC 3 Review curtailment plan.

18 1 10:30 Public calling for assistance - 911 lines are 

busy Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 Disseminate public information.

19 1 10:50 Power curtailment plans activated. Communication 

Vehicle Utility Liaison (State) EOC; (County) EOC 3 Municipal communication

20 1 11 00 S b t ti i t ti t i i b i Pl A ti E d E i

21 1 11:00

American Red Cross reports it has (#) 

requests for shelters, but can only staff one 

shelter. 

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 6

Shelter management - request additional 

resources from other agencies; (County) DEM 

calls (State) EOC for additional shelter 

personnel resources.

22 1 Public calls for assistance - 911 lines are 

busy Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15

23 1 11:05 City of (Municipality) requests additional 

traffic barricades for various intersections. Phone Controller (County) EOC 7 Gather resources for request.

24 1 11:10

North (Municipality) reports loss of electricity 

in majority of homes, businesses. Report of 

traffic control issues - request traffic control 

signage and barricades.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 7 Gather resources for request.

25 1 11:15

Public calls about explosion; where do they 

evacuate to? Reports of people abandoning 

cars and walking 

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 Disseminate public information. 

26 1 11:30

(Electrical Public Utility 2) and (Electrical 

Public Utility 1) confirm explosion has taken 

place and power will have to be restored 

gradually to reduce strain on power grid. 

Phone Controller (County) EOC 3 Review curtailment plan; what adjustments 

need to be made?

27 1 11:40

City of (Municipality) reports critical 

infrastructure in power outage - water 

treatment plant and police/fire headquarters. 

Phone Controller (County) EOC 3 Assess possible infrastructure problems.

28 1 11:45

Gas stations cannot pump gas because they 

don't have any backup power generation 

capabilities

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 7 Review of resources; gather information on 

available resources

29 1 11:50

Hospital requests portable generators and 

refrigeration trucks. Backup generators aren't 

working and deceased in morgue need to be 

refrigerated. 

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 7

Review resources; gather information on 

available resources; (County) EOC phones 

(State) EOC; (County) DEM to (State) EOC 

for generators

30 1 12:00

Media reports possible terrorism as the 

cause for the blackout and suggests 

additional terrorist attacks may occur while 

responders are dealing with other 

emergencies

Phone SimCell (State) EOC 15 Public Information - Rumor Control 

31 1 12:10

Public calling, terrified of possible terrorist 

attacks. Do they evacuate? How do keep kids 

safe?

(State) EOC SimCell

Public 

Information - 

Rumor Control 

15 (County) EOC

32 1 12:30

(Electrical Public Utility 2) and (Electrical 

Public Utility 1) indicate power will not be 

restored before tomorrow afternoon at the 

earliest. There will be two days of rolling 

blackouts before the system returns to normal.

Phone Controller (County) EOC 3

Review curtailment plans with utility liaison. 

What are procedures for long term 

curtailment? 

33 1 12:32 (County) EOC calls (State) EOC with 

information Phone (County) EOC (State) EOC 5 (State) EOC Planning section forecasts needs Works with Operations/Logistics

34 1 12:40

(Municipality) and (Municipality) hydration 

stations need additional water and ice to take 

care of those without electricity.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 7 Gather resources for request.

35 1 12:45

(Municipality) Healthcare Osborn reports that 

it has enough fuel for generators for only 6 

more hours

Phone Controller (County) EOC 7 Resource management; gather information on 

additional resources.

36 1 13:00 City of (Municipality) reports that city 

generators are running low on fuel Phone Controller (County) EOC 7 Resource management; gather information on additional resources

1 (State) EOC starts to develop 24-hour staff 

roster.

Communication 

Vehicle

(State) EOC Policy 

Chief

(State) EOC 

Logistics, Plans 

and Operations 

Section

5

1 Notify supporting agencies that 24-hour staff 

support is needed. Phone

(State) EOC 

Planning, 

Operations and 

Logistics

Outside 

Agencies 5 ID Staff supports operations.

37 1 13:00 ENDEX Phone Control Cell All Players End Exercise

1 2 7:00 Initial comm. check - roll call Verizon Push to 

Talk phones

Master Control 

Cell

All Controllers 

including 

Hospitals

2

• All hospital Controllers will participate in the 

roll call.

• Any issues with Push to Talk phone will be 

resolved before STARTEX

2 2 7:30 Player Briefing Document Lead Controller Players 5

Hospital Controllers will brief all players using 

the official (Exercise Name) Players Briefing 

document

3 2 8:00

Officers from (State University) Police, 

(Municipality), and (State) Department of 

Public Safety (DPS) will arrive at the Unified 

Command

13 Prepare for the start of exercise.

4 2 8:00 Members from the stadium staff will assemble 

at the stadium in preparation for the event. 5 Prepare for the start of exercise; this is the group that would be present on game day.

5 2 8:00 In conjunction with the comm. plan, 

interoperability established for football staff.

(State University) 

PD PD 2 Radios will be patched as we are on game day in preparation for a football game.

6 2 8:15 Final comm. check - roll call Verizon Push to 

Talk phones

Master Control 

Cell

All Controllers 

including 

Hospitals

2

• All hospital Controllers will participate in the 

roll call.

• No outstanding issues with the Push to Talk 

phones

• If one or more hospital Controller still have 

issues with the phone, they will notify 

Healthcare SimCell and other agencies of 

alternate phone number/pager where they can 

be reached during play

7 2 8:30

Blast at (Stadium Name) Stadium/ STARTEX

Script: A large moving truck just ran through 

the north gates of (Stadium Name) Stadium, 

hit the concrete barricades in the north tunnel, 

pushed its way further into the north tunnel, 

and exploded. Numerous people are injured, 

some appear dead, and the scene is utter 

chaos.

Phone Senior Controller All Players 5 STARTEX LC

8 2 8:30 DPS, (Tribal Nation Municipality) PD, (State 

University) PD Phone SimCell 13

9 2 8:30 Phone calls into the (State University) PD 

dispatch center

SimCell (State 

University) PD 13

test our verbal response to caller stating there 

has been a large explosion, people injured. 

Response should be to coordinate with field 

units and begin using ETEAM to track events.

LE

10 2 8:30 Stadium staff announce evacuation protocols 

to stadium crews

Stadium Staff Stadium Staff 13

11 2 8:30 Simulated move from the command post in the 

skyboxes to the Unified Command Post (UC) Verbal Controller Stadium 

Command Post 

Personnel

5

12 2 8:31

Citizen 911 calls blast at (Stadium Name) 

stadium; many people are injured and possibly 

dead

Phone SimCell PD Dispatch 13 First responders dispatched. LE

13 2 8:32

(State University) PD notifies Public 

Facilities and Resources Department 

(PFRD)

Communication 

Vehicle

(State University) 

PD PFRD 3 First alarm assignment (State University)

14 2 8:32

(Hospital) Life Support Area/Sonora Quest 

Laboratories (LSA/SQL): windows on the SE 

side of the building (1st and 2nd floors) are 

blown out by the blast shock wave.

Verbal inject LSA Controller LSA

Facilities 8

• Preliminary damage assessment will be 

conducted.

• LIMS will be activated.

• Crisis Action System (CAS) will be called to 

initiate EOC activation procedures.

• Determination of need for partial or full 

evacuation will be made.

• If no evacuation, need to recalibrate 

instruments will be determined.

15 2 8:32 (State University) terrorism liaison officers (TLOs) are notified of the explosion by (State) 

CTIC (Counterterrorism Information Center)

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Center 

(CTIC)

TLO 13 Notify the chain of command about information 

received.

16 2 8:34 Onsite (Municipality) FD requests third 

alarm assignment Phone SimCell PFRD 4 Upgraded to Third alarm. LE

17 2 8:35 (Municipality) Fire Dispatch notifies hospitals 

of the blast. 

EMResource,

Trauma Pagers

Player Action: 

(Municipality) Fire 

Dispatch

Hospital 

Emergency 

Department's 

(ED)'s,

Trauma 

personnel

8

• Appropriate senior management is notified.

• Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) 

or equivalent will be activated.

• Housing Counseling Collaborative (HCC) 

will be placed on alert or stood up.

18 2 8:35 Police begin calling for additional resources 

from (metropolitan) agencies.

UC UC 13

State, county, and local support requested. 

Based on the description of the attack, Federal 

resources will be called as well: FBI, ATF, etc.

19 2 8:36

UC request Metropolitan Medical Response 

System (MMRS)/Incident Support Team 

(IST)

Communication 

Vehicle

(State University) 

IC Actual PFRD 8 MMRS supporting agencies notified; IST notified. MMRS

20 2 8:36

Calls into the (State University) PD Dispatch 

from concerned parents about their lost 

children

Phone SimCell

(State 

University) 

Dispatch, UC

9

Dispatch will notify Unified Command about the 

calls. Unified command will devise a plan to 

deal with lost children and concerned parents 

away from the blast area.

LE

21 2 8:37

(State) Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS) begins staff notification to report to 

duty assignments (Health EOC, State EOC, 

or Joint Information Center [JIC]).

Phone / Pager Player Action: 

(State) DHS (State) DHS 5 (State) DHS begins to ramp up its emergency operations.

22 2 8:37

Members from (Street Number) (Street 

Name) report that a large piece of material, 

possibly the axel of a vehicle, came through 

the roof of their house. They do not believe 

anyone has been injured. Additionally, reports 

from (Subdivision) and (Subdivision) are 

coming into dispatch that windows have been 

shattered by flying debris and it appears there 

is significant damage to the buildings 

(damaged glass) that face the stadium. There 

are no known injuries at this point.

Phone SimCell

(State 

University) 

Dispatch

13

Pass the information along to UC. UC send 

personnel to locations to secure as needed and 

check for injured. 

23 2 8:38 PFRD dispatch posts alert to hospitals via the 

EMSystem. Phone SimCell 8

Hospitals confirm alert 

HAN and EMResource will be used to notify 

hospitals and other healthcare-related 

agencies.

• Alerts will be received and acknowledged

LE

24 2 8:38

(Hospital) Corporate Emergency 

Management (CEM) is notified of incident by 

staff of one or more (Hospital) facilities.

Phone

Player Action: 

(Hospital) facility 

Controller(s)

(Hospital) CEM 8 • Activate Corporate EOC.

25 2 8:38

Initial reports: there are obvious dead bodies 

in the area, many wounded walk in the area, 

and thousands try to get out of the stadium.

Verbal Controller UC 8

Contact Office of Medical Examiner, help with 

evacuating patrons, and direct injured to 

staging area.

26 2 8:39 IST air unit overhead Player Action 13 Make assessment and request all regional 

Rapid Response Team (RRT) units. MMRS

27 2 8:40 (State University) IC changes to Unified 

Command (UC) Player Action 5 Change in command structure LE

28 2 8:40

(Hospital) Corporate Emergency 

Management (CEM) calls CAS to activate 

EOC team and page facility Area of Concerns 

(AOCs)/IC's, (Hospital) Behavioral House 

Charge, Behavioral Health Care (BHC)/ 

Behavioral Health (BH) Charges, and Life 

Support Area (LSA)/Sonora Quest 

Laboratories (SQL) AOC.

Phone Player Action: 

(Hospital) CEM (Hospital) CAS 8

• EOC team members receive page/text 

message.

• AOCs requested to participate in (Time) 

conference call. 

29 2 8:40 (Hospital) LSA/SQL: notification process 

implemented Verbal inject LSA Controller

LSA Incident 

Management 

Team,

Customer 

Service

8

• 911 would be notified.

• Quest Diagnostics would be notified.

• Clients would be notified.

• (Hospital) Risk Management would be 

notified

30 2 8:40

(County) Department of Public Health (DPH) 

notified by (County) DEM and request liaison 

to (County) EOC

Phone Player Action: 

(County) DEM (County) DPH 8 (County) DPH sends representative to (County) EOC within an hour.

31 2 8:40

Hospital Contingency Inject is to start play if 

hospitals have not yet received office notice of 

the incident (e.g., on EMResource, trauma 

pagers etc )

Push to Talk or 

EMResource Healthcare SimCell

Hospital 

Controllers or 

Hospital ED's

8 Hospital play will commence. Hospitals

32 2 8:40

UC declares the north end of the stadium a 

HOT zone and continues to help with the 

evacuation of patrons

Verbal Player Action: UC UC 13

33 2 8:40

Information into the UC and (State University) 

PD dispatch: it appears that the north side of 

the stadium has collapsed; a large water line 

that ran under the concourse level is pouring 

out water. There are exposed electrical lines 

sparking in the area.

Verbal

Phone

Controller 

SimCell

UC and (State 

University) PD 

Dispatch

13 Mobilize facilities to turn off water flow into the 

stadium and cut power into the stadium. LE

34 2 8:40 Media calls (State) EOC with information 

about the explosion Phone SimCell (Policy Chief) (State) EOC 15 Policy chief calls meeting.

35 2 8:40 Agencies notified by (State) DEM and 

request liaison to (State) EOC Communicator Player Action: (State) DEM (State) DHS 5

36 2 8:41

Simulated Radio check of officers, (#) cannot 

be accounted for: (#) (State University) 

Officers and (#) DPS officers, (#) officers say 

they are bleeding and have rcvd injuries but 

are still able to move and help with patrons in 

the area. (#) ((#) (State University) and (#) 

DPS) officers have been located walking 

around in a dazed state and cannot hear. 

Verbal Controller

Dispatch and 

Unified 

Command

13

UC command should start directing the 

officers to get medical attention. 

Consideration for securing their weapons and 

personal belonging should be made. 

37 2 8:42

All traffic lots around (Stadium Name) 

Stadium begin to grid lock, people are frantic 

and are trying to exit the area. There are 

phone calls into (State University) PD 

dispatch from cell phones with messages 

about the chaos.

Verbal

Phone

Controller 

SimCell

UC and (State 

University) PD 

Dispatch

13 UC should begin addressing traffic issues. LE

38 2 8:42

Officers in the field report being approached 

by people stating they are witnesses of the 

event

Verbal Controller UC 13

Establish staging area for witness and assign 

personnel to that location to begin identification 

and intelligence gathering.

39 2 8:42 (State) EOC starts activation. Verbal (State) EOC Policy 

Chief

(State) DEM 

Employee 5 Activate communicator.

40 2 8:43 Director (State) DEM activates EOC 5 Employees arrive at EOC (State) DEM

41 2 8:43 Director (County) DEM activates EOC Player Action 5 Employees arrive at EOC (County) DEM

42 2 8 43 Di t (St t ) DHS ti t EOC Pl A ti 5 E l i t EOC (St t ) DHS

43 2 8:43 (State University) activates EOC. Player Action Player Action: UC (State 

University) PD 5 Call out initiated. (State University)

44 2 8:45 (Municipality) PD arrives in command van. Communication 

Vehicle SimCell (State University) PD 13 Develop traffic plan for gridlock (State University)

45 2 8:45 Reports of traffic gridlocking Phone SimCell UC 13 Develop traffic plan for gridlock (State University)

46 2 8:45 (#) Calls made to (State University) PD Phone SimCell (State 

University) PD 13 (State University) 

47 2 8:45 Notification to FBI Phone UC SimCell (FBI) 13 Notification of large vehicle bomb (State University)

48 2 8:45 IST onscene Phone 13 Assessing needed response and resources 

with (State University) IC; assign RRT branch MMRS

49 2 8:45

All Hospitals: IMT has concerns that 

explosion may be dirty (chemical, biological, 

or radiological).

Player Action

Player Action: 

Hospitals' House 

Supervisor or

AOC

Hospitals' ED 

Charges 8 ED charges will attempt to determine if blast is dirty by checking with EMS.

50 2 8:45

(Hospital) LSA/SQL: (Street) and (Street) are 

closed due to explosion; inbound couriers 

from West (Metropolitan Area) and outbound 

couriers need to be rerouted.

Phone LSA Controller LSA Dispatch,

Marketing 13

• Communicate closures to drivers.

• Pre-identified alternate routes are available.

• Determine if pick-up schedule should be 

delayed.

51 2 8:45 UC tries to control the area, starting with the 

inner perimeter. Verbal Player Action: UC UC 13

Try and begin to control the immediate area 

around the blast, additionally: plans for outer 

perimeters, staging areas and additional 

resources begin and will continue throughout 

the exercise.

52 2 8:45

UC notified that a portion of the collapse 

included several vendor stations, bathrooms, 

the North Cardiac area, and disabled the 

staged ambulances that are inside the 

stadium. 

Verbal Controller UC 13

53 2 8:45

UC calls for the (State University) 

Emergency Operation Center (EOC) to be 

stood up and notify the county EOC.

Verbal

Player Action: UC 

to (State University) 

Dispatch

13

54 2 8:45

City of (Municipality) Emergency 

Management notifies (County Name) County 

Department of Emergency Management 

((County) DEM) of (State University) 

incident

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 5 (County) DEM

55 2 8:47 All hospitals: ED attempts to determine if 

explosion is dirty Phone Hospitals' ED Charges

EMS/Fire 

SimCell 8 No information available yet

56 2 8:47 (State University) PD Dispatch, recall of 

EOC staff 

Player Action: 

Dispatch

(State 

University) 

EOC Staff

13 Recall members to the EOC, to include (State 

University) media.

57 2 8:48

Civil engineers attached to the RRT program 

have heard about the explosion and said they 

will be en route to the UC and will help 

assess the area

Verbal Controller UC 7 UC will relay this information to the stadium 

staff.

58 2 8:50 Communicator activated for outside agencies Player Action 5

Outside agencies respond to (State) EOC; 

liaisons to Board of Commissioners (BOC) 

will be dispatched to (State) EOC.

(State) DEM

59 2 8:50 BOC will initiate call out. Communication 

Vehicle BOC Membership 2 Stand up BOC. BOC

60 2 8:50 (Hospital): Unified Command activated. Phone Player Action: 

Hospital Controller Entities' IMT's 8

• (Medical Center), (Hospital) Children's, 

(Hospital) (Hospital Name) Surgical Center 

will form a Unified Command.

• (Healthcare Corporation) CEM is notified.

• Appropriate 3rd party agencies are notified, 

e.g., HEOC, (State) EOC, (County) DPHOPR).

61 2 8:50

LSA/SQL: (#) injured staff (by flying 

glass/shock wave) who cannot be treated 

onsite

Phone LSA Controller

Healthcare 

SimCell (as 

(Hospital) 

Occur Health) 

8

Injured staff would be transported to (Hospital) 

(Hospital Name) OCC Health clinic for 

treatment.

62 2 8:50 (County) DPH alerts members of the 

management team Alert Cast Player Action: (County) DPH

(County) DPH 

staff 5 Incident Command Center (ICC) stood up

63 2 8:50

DPS advises that traffic on the (Highway 

Number) is gridlocked with onlookers. They 

are shutting down the freeway at (Direction) 

bound (Street Name) and (Direction) bound 

(Highway Number). The city receives calls 

about the congestion around (State 

University) as well.

Verbal Controller (State 

University) UC 13 UC will continue to work on traffic issues.

64 2 8:50

(County) DEM notifies (State) Division of 

Emergency Management ((State) DEM) of 

(State University) incident

Phone Player Action: 

(County) DEM (State) DEM 5

65 2 8:51 BOC rep calls (Electrical Public Utility 1) to 

open facility.

Communication 

Vehicle BOC rep (Electrical Public Utility 1) 12 Opens facility BOC

66 2 8:51 (State University) media/PIO is requested at 

the UC. Player Action: UC

(State 

University) 

Media

15

Begin working on emergency messages for 

the public, institute (State University)'s 

emergency messaging system. 

67 2 8:52 BOC rep contacts (State) EOC to dispatch 

communications vehicle

Communication 

Vehicle BOC rep (State) EOC 2 Communications vehicle dispatched. BOC

68 2 8:55 (Hospital) Corporate EOC team members 

arrive at EOC. Player Action 8

• EOC director is assigned.

• IMT members are assigned (e.g., PIO, 

safety liaison section chiefs)

69 2 8:55 (County) DEM asks (State) DHS which 

HCCs are staffed and operational Phone Player Action: (County) DEM (State) DHS 8

70 2 8:55

Report to the stadium management that 

numerous vendors, ProEm security, and 

stadium staff assigned to the north side are 

unaccounted for 

Verbal Controller

(State 

University) 

Stadium Staff

13 Test system to account for employees.

71 2 8:55 (County) DEM sends out notification of 

incident to staff - no recall, just notification. Verbal Controller (County) EOC 2 Use of Communicator to notify staff.

72 2 9:00 Activate (State) 2-1-1 and JIC Phone PIO JIC Staff/(State) 

2-1-1 15 Staff responds to JIC/(State) 2-1-1.

73 2 9:00 (State) EOC establishes communication with 

(County) DEM Player Action 2 (State) EOC activates RACES. (State) DEM

74 2 9:00

First wave of self evacuees arrives at hotels 

and airport wanting out of town ASAP. Phone SimCell BOC 7

• Impact on staffing 

• ED staff have 

• Support staff and industries impacted

• Impact on security at airport

• Staff aware of American Red Cross role in 

family reunification

• Staff aware of (State) 2-1-1 

• Impact on ATMS in the vicinity

BOC

75 2 9:00 Request BOC support to provide logistics for 

witnesses. Phone BOC Coordinator SimCell ((State University) PD) 6 BOC query to find accommodations and food for witnesses BOC

76 2 9:00 (Municipality) Fire: “All clear” for CBRNE at 

scene goes out Phone

Player Action: Fire 

SimCell (as 

(Municipality) Fire)

(State) EOC 4 Hospitals will be notified by (State) EOC.

77 2 9:00 (State) DHS asks hospitals if their HCCs are 

staffed and operational. EMResource Player Action: (State) DHS

Hospitals' 

ED's,

Hospitals' 

EHCC's

8

Hospitals notify (State) DHS that their HCCs 

are operational by comm. system specified by 

(State) DHS (e.g., phone, SIREN e-mail, 

EMResource)

78 2 9:00 All Hospitals with EMSystem: First bed poll 

request sent out. EMHavBed Player Action: (State) DHS Hospitals' ED's 8

• MCI bed poll requesting general triage 

category counts is sent out to HavBed pagers.

• Request will be received and responded to 

within (#) minutes.

79 2 9:00 All Hospitals: 800 MHz radio check - roll call Player Action: 

(State) DHS Hospitals 2

• All 800 MHz radios are working.

• 800 MHz is on.

• Volume is turned up.

• Roll call will be answered by all hospitals.

80 2 9:00 All Hospitals: Late flu season; EDs are 

operating in overcapacity stage at STARTEX. Inject form Hospital Controllers 

Hospitals' 

HCC's 

(Operations)

8

(State) DHS surge stages:

• Overcapacity

• Surge capacity

• Disaster capacity

81 2 9:00 Inner Ring Hospitals: First wave of staged 

victims are injected into play. Inject form Hospital Controllers Hospitals' ED's 8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

82 2 9:00

Inner Ring Hospitals: Staged victims at the 

hospital include several hearing impaired 

individuals, several visually impaired 

individuals, and (#) non-English speaking 

Native Americans

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's

(Ops or 

Logistics)

8

83 2 9:00

(Hospital) Behavioral: (#) disoriented victims 

self-present at front lobby - all have trouble 

breathing, their eyes burn; one bleeds 

profusely; one loses consciousness shortly 

after arrival

Phone Player Action: 

Actor Victims

Behavioral 

Reception Desk 

in Front Lobby

8

• House Charge is notified.

• House Charge assesses the situation and 

reports to CEO.

• They agree to transfer patients to 

(Municipality Hospital)

84 2 9:00 (Hospital) Behavioral: An emergency is 

declared. Pager Player Action: 

Behavioral CEO

Behavioral 

Incident 

Management 

Team

8

• Call CAS with request to activate Corporate 

EOC.

• HICS will be activated.

• HCC will be stood up.

• Incident Management Team and Section 

Chiefs report to HCC

85 2 9:00 (Hospital) /(Hospital): Amateur radio control 

cell is opened and staffed.

Player Action: 

Local amateur radio 

clubs

(Hospital 

Name) and 

(Hospital 

Name) HCC's

(Logistics)

2

86 2 9:00

A second check on officers is made. All 

officers are accounted for, except the (#) 

officers who could not be accounted for 

initially

Verbal Controller UC 13 Start preparing for the loss of employee; notify 

EOC.

87 2 9:00 Witnesses identified. Phone SimCell BOC 13

Take statements and address transportation 

and lodging issues for "victims." Work with 

BOC to meet the needs of incident response.

BOC

88 2 9:00 RRT arrive onscene. Player Action 9

Performs rescue operations/resolve tactical 

operations (already onscene. Injected into 

exercise)

MMRS

89 2 9:00 (County) DEM monitors the situation via local 

news

Player Action: 

(County) DEM (County) EOC 5

90 2 9:00

(State) Department of Transportation reports 

(State University) incident affecting 

(Direction) and (Direction) bound (Highway 

Number)

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 13 (County) DEM

91 2 9:01 Efforts to control the scene are expanded. Player Action: UC UC 13 Additional resources are being requested from 

agencies across the valley, DPS, etc.

92 2 9:02

EOC personnel begin to arrive and 

(Municipality) EOC personnel arrive to 

establish a unified command post

Verbal

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC personnel

(State 

University) 

EOC

5

93 2 9:05 All Hospitals: Receive the “All clear” for 

CBRNE. EMResource Play Action: HEOC Hospitals' ED's 8

• Message will be acknowledged and 

communicated to HCC.

• Decon procedures will be discontinued (if 

implemented)

Public Event Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
94

2 9:05

All Hospitals: Hospital supervisor/AOC 

requests additional staff for triage and 

treatment efforts

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's 

(Logistics)

8 Staff callback, registry, travelers

952 9:05

(Hospital) Behavioral: House Charge 

initiates (Municipality Hospital) transfer 

protocol

Phone Player Action: 

House Charge

(Municipality 

Hospital) ED

8 • Transfer protocol is followed.

• OK to transfer is received.

962 9:05

(Hospital) EOC: conference call with all 

(Hospital) hospitals (including Behavioral), 

Home Care/Hospice, and LSA/SQL

Phone

Player Action 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Director

(Hospital) 

Hospital 

IC's/AOC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

8

• IC/AOC provides initial status of facility (sitrep #1).

• Any facilities that haven't activated HICS and 

Hospital Command Center will be instructed to 

do so. 

• EOC provides timeline for next report (fax 

"EOC - Hospital Tracking Form" by (Time), 

call at (Time)) and when they will officially be 

up and running (Time)

972 9:05 (State) EOC policy chief conference call to 

(County) DEM policy chief Player Action (State) EOC (County) DEM

5 Discuss issue.

982 9:06 (Hospital) Behavioral: Get ambulance for 

patient transfer. Phone Player Action: 

House Charge

Healthcare 

SimCell (as 

EMS) 

8

• No ambulances available - are all onscene.

• Arrange alternate transport (e.g., Behavioral 

van).

• Tech will accompany the patients.

992 9:08

All Hospitals: Members of medical, clinical, 

ancillary, operational, and support staff notify 

management that they are concerned because 

their loved ones were at the event at (State 

University) Stadium and are leaving to go find 

them.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's

(Logistics)

8

• Impact on hospital staffing

• Potential disciplinary issue

• Pay issues

1002 9:10

(State) DHS HEOC creates Public Health 

Incident Management (PHIMS) Chart for 

response

Player Action: 

(State) DHS (State) DHS

8

1012 9:10

All Hospitals: Media attempt to obtain 

information about the number of dead and ask 

for confirmation of (#) reported dead and an 

unknown number injured.

Inject form if 

Hospital 

Controllers

Player Action: Real 

world or event 

media OR Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's 

PIO

8

• ED will call HCC to request security to 

escort media to media staging area.

• Hospital has preidentified media staging 

area.

• Security and PIO respond to staging area.

• PIO will advise that will hold briefing at 

(Time).

1022 9:10 (Hospital) Behavioral: Census of scheduled 

day-shift intakes is conducted. Manual Process

Player Action: 

Behavioral House 

Charge

Behavioral 

Incident 

Commander

8 Will be used for staffing and bed availability. 

1032 9:12 (Hospital) Behavioral: Report back from SCHOsborn Phone Player Action: 

Behavioral Tech

Behavioral 

House Charge

8

• Tech phones in update from (Municipality 

Hospital) ED

• He is not returning to BBHH-S as he is 

going to scene to try to find his children who 

were attending the game

1042 9:15

Inner Ring Hospitals: Second wave of staged 

victims are injected into play. Inject form Hospital 

Controllers Hospitals' ED's

8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

1052 9:15

Inner Ring Hospitals: First wave of staged 

victims flip to second symptomatology card in 

their set

Player Action8

Some victims will escalate from green to 

yellow/red or from yellow to red or from red to 

black

1062 9:15

All Hospitals: Media make request to 

hospitals and (County) DPH-OPR for 

comment on the risk posed by exposure to 

aerosolized blood and body fluids and the risk 

to those who have bone shrapnel injuries. 

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's

PIO

8 Hospitals will refer media to (County) DPHOPR.

1072 9:15

(Hospital) Behavioral: (Municipality Hospital) 

requests OK to transfer (#) behavioral 

patients out.

Phone

Player Action: 

Healthcare SimCell 

(as Help Line)

Behavioral 

Incident 

Commander

8

• Daily intake schedule will be reviewed.

• Staff and bed availability will be checked - 

determination will be made that the theatre will 

need to be set up as an alternate care site.

• OK will be given to transfer patients. 

Hospitals

1082 9:15

(Hospital) Behavioral: Staff RN arrives at 

hospital from scene - she was attending the 

game she has minor injuries

Inject form Behavioral 

Controller

Behavioral 

Incident 

Commander

8 Determine if can treat onsite or if need to 

transfer to (Municipality Hospital).

1092 9:15 FBI activates forensic nursing team

Emergency 

Response Team 

(ERT)

Player Action: FBI 

(Name, Phone 

Number)

Forensic 

Nurses 13 Deploy nurses to (Hospital) , (County) Medical Center, and (Municipality Hospital).

1102 9:15 (County) DPH OPR activates Player Action8 Hospitals will be notified

1112 9:15

Major damage has been caused to (Name) 

Arena by flying pieces from the stadium; there 

is a soldout pre-season basketball clinic 

scheduled for Wednesday, starting at 8:00 

am

Verbal Controller 

(State 

University) 

Stadium Staff

UC

7

1122 9:15

City of (Municipality) Emergency manager 

opens city's EOC and prepares for full 

activation

Phone SimCell (County) EOC5 (County) DEM

1132 9:15 (Municipality) EOC policy chief calls (State 

University) to discuss unifying EOCs. Phone (Municipality) Policy Chief

(State 

University) 

EOC

5 (Municipality) and (State University) unify 

EOCs. 

1142 9:17 Calls made to ensure communications link. Communication 

Vehicle BOC (State) EOC

2 Communications link ensured. BOC

1152 9:18 All Hospitals: Refer media request to 

Medical Coordination Center (MCC). Phone Player Action:Hospitals' PIO's MCC

8

• A plan to address this concern will be 

formulated (this activity specifically will be 

occurring as more information is available).

• A public health spokesperson will be 

identified.

• This spokesperson will be briefed and prep'd 

on this issue.

• Consistency with CDC guidelines will be 

maintained.

1162 9:20 (State) EOC director provides situational 

awareness brief

Communication 

Vehicle

(State) EOC 

Director

(State) EOC 

employees

5 All EOC staff brief their respective 

counterparts (State) DEM

1172 9:20 All Hospitals: First media release/briefing Briefing document Player Action: 

Hospitals' PIO's Media 15

• Release is in writing and approved by 

Incident Commander.

• PIO will issue a "too early - don't have 

accurate info yet" briefing and refer media to 

JIC (or if not open to (State) EOC).

• Note that have referred blood/bodily fluids 

and bone shrapnel questions to (County) DPH

(Healthcare Corporation): Note that EOC is 

not operational yet, so this first briefing will be 

given by facility PIOs.

1182 9:20

(Hospital) Behavioral: (#) intake staff, (#) 

RN's, and (#) tech leave for the scene to try to 

locate their family members

Inject form Behavioral 

Controller

Behavioral 

HCC 

(Operations)

8 • (#) RNs and (#) techs down

• Determine staff availability.

1192 9:20

(Hospital) Behavioral: theatre needs to be set 

up to receive (Municipality Hospital) transfer 

patients

Player Action: 

Behavioral 

Logistics

8

• Alternate care site plan includes procedures 

for setting up the theatre.

• Adequate staff, supplies, and equipment to 

set up theatre as alternate care site.

1202 9:20 (Hospital) Home Care: Declares an 

emergency. Verbal Player Action: BHC/BH Controller

BHC/BH 

Incident 

Management 

Team

8

• HICS will be activated.

• Incident Management Team responds.

• Command Center will be stood up.

• Staff, supplies, equipment inventory will be 

taken and communicated to (Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC at next status update call.

1212 9:20 MCC stood up e-mail/fax (County) DPH - 

OPR

Hospitals' 

HCC's 

8 Hospitals will be notified

1222 9:20 (State University) EOC is operational. Phone

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC & UC

(County) DEM5

Notify the county of our activation. Receive 

briefing from UC about the status in the field. 

UC will request that the EOC begins recall of 

personnel, additional resources that are 

identified to this point, and notification 

protocols

1232 9:20 (County) DEM receives phone calls from 

public asking about explosion Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

1242 9:25

(Hospital) Behavioral: (#) casualties are 

buzzed in at back lobby and find their way to 

the courtyard where they wander around for 

(#) minutes

Player Action: 

Actor Victims

8

1252 9:25

(State) DHS: Finance staff is asked to 

implement time tracking tool for HEOC staff, 

and other (State) DHS staff deployed at other 

operation centers.

Verbal

Player Action: 

(State) DHS 

Controller

(State) DHS 

Finance 14

Finance staff create and/or find appropriate 

time tracking tool. Finance staff brief all (State) 

DHS staff, either in HEOC or (State) EOC, on 

required procedures.

1262 9:25 (Hospital) Corporate EOC and (Municipality) 

Area Command operational Inject form #9 Hospital Controllers Players

8

• HCCs and MCC are notified that they have 

been activated.

• (County) DPH-OPR notified.

• (County) DPH-OPR will notify (County) 

DEM.

• Once stood up, all resource requests will 

flow from the hospitals to the EOC/Area 

Commands to the MCC

1272 9:25 (County) DPH Incident Command Center 

(ICC) operational

Player Action: 

(County) DPHOPRPlayers8 Hospitals will be notified.

1282 9:25

(County) DPH ICC provides Infection Control 

information to (State) DHS for statewide 

hospital distribution

Phone (County) DPH ICC (State) DHS8 (State) DHS prepares to send HAN and 

EMResource alert.

1292 9:25

Multiple (#) hospitals call MCC to request 

volunteer health professionals: a total of (#) 

doctors and (#) nurses for the next day.

Phone

Player Action: 

Healthcare SimCell 

(as Hospital IC's)

MCC 8 MCC will forward request to (County) DEM.

1302 9:25

(State) EOC calls (State) DHS to ask about 

the health impact of dust cloud associated 

with the blast

Verbal

Player Action: 

(State) DHS 

Controller

(State) DHS8 (State) DHS environmental health staff 

respond to request and provide information.

1312 9:25

Contingency Inject: (State University) EOC 

chief will send a representative to the State 

and County EOC if requested

Phone (County) DEM

(State 

University) 

EOC

5 Will send representative at the request of 

State/ County EOC.

1322 9:25 (Municipality) (Hospital Name) notifies 

(County) DPH that their ED is full. Phone Healthcare SimCell 

(as TSL HCC) (County) EOC

8 (County) DEM

1332 9:27 (County) DPH notifies (County) DEM of 

(Municipality) (Hospital Name) situation Phone Player Action: (County) DPH (County) EOC

8

134

2 9:30 (State University) EOC operational with 

(Municipality) Player Action

5 (State University)

1352 9:30 Presence of ATMs in Blast Area Phone SimCell BOC 13

• If so, how much cash at start of game.

• If so, how much cash typically at this point of 

the game

BOC

136

2 9:30 Presence of vendors and vendor support 

vehicles in Blast Area Phone SimCell BOC 13 • If so, which vendors?• If so how many employees? BOC

1372 9:30 Cell towers are jammed - all cell phones in 

(Municipality) Metro area are down. Push to Talk SimCell All Players

2 Use landlines, radios, and other means of 

communication. ALL

1382 9:30 MMRS is established onscene. EMResource Player Action: 

MMRS Hospitals' ED's

8

• Hospital EDs will acknowledge message via 

EMResource.

• EDs will notify HCCs.

• Onscene patients will be transported by EMS.

• (Municipality) (Street Name) and (Street 

Name), (Hospital) (Hospital Name), and 

(County) Medical Center should prepare to 

receive casualties.

• Other sector hospitals should be on standby.

1392 9:30

Inner Ring Hospitals: Third wave of staged 

victims are injected into play. Inject Form Hospital 

Controllers Hospitals ED's

8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

1402 9:30

Inner Ring Hospitals: First wave of staged 

victims flip to Third symptomatology card in 

their set

Player Action8

1412 9:30

Inner Ring Hospitals: Second wave of Inner 

Ring flip to second symptomatology card in 

their set

Player Action8

1422 9:30 Outer Ring Hospitals: First wave of victims 

are injected into play. Inject form Hospital Controllers Hospitals' ED's

8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

1432 9:30

Outer Ring Hospitals: Staged victims at the 

hospital include several hearing impaired 

individuals, several visually impaired 

individuals, and (#) non-English speaking 

Native Americans.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command 

(Ops or 

Logistics)

8

• Appropriate interpreters/trained staff are 

available or on-call.

•Hospital plans include protocols for special 

needs populations.

1442 9:30 (State) DHS disseminates Infection Control 

Information for (County) DPH statewide.

HAN, 

EMResource

Player Action: 

(State) DHS

Infection 

Control 

Professionals,

Hospitals' ED's

8

(County) DPH as the local health agency 

should push “Recommendations for Post 

exposure Interventions to Prevent Infection with 

Hepatitis B Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, or Human 

Immunodeficiency Virus, and Tetanus in 

Persons Wounded During Bombings and 

Similar Mass-C (State University) Events — 

United States, 2008: Recommendations of the 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

(CDC)” or a summary of these 

recommendations to the medical community 

with particular attention to the facilities that 

would receive patients. This should be pushed 

through multiple avenues, including HAN and 

EMResource.

1452 9:30 All Hospitals: Media harass families arriving 

at the hospitals. Inject form Hospital Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's 

(PIO)

15

• Security will call HCC to request volunteers 

to guard hospital doors etc.

• PIO will work with Security to resolve

1462 9:30

(Hospital) Behavioral: (#) individuals are 

intercepted by a member of hospital staff and 

are directed to Intake. 

Player Action: 

Behavioral Staff Actor Victims

8

• Actor victims are left to find Intake alone.

• Signage is confusing and actor victims take 

(#) minutes to find correct Intake Unit.

1472 9:30 (Hospital) Behavioral: Initiate staff call back: 

(#) techs and (#) RNs. Phone

Player Action: 

Behavioral 

Logistics

Healthcare 

SimCell (as 

Behavioral staff)

8

1482 9:30 (Hospital): Supplies are low, requesting (#) 

patient pod from warehouse. Phone (Hospital) 

Controller

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Logistics)

8

(Healthcare Corporation) EOC logistics chief 

will arrange transport of pod to (Medical 

Center).

1492 9:30 (Hospital) Home Care: Daily census and 

resource inventory sent to (Hospital) EOC. e-mail/fax

Player Action: 

Home Care 

Logistics

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC 

(Logistics)

8

• Non-clinical staff to man disaster hotline and 

refer callers to (State) 2-1-1 and Red Cross 

Safe and Well Web site.

• Nurses to (Medical Center)

• Infusion pumps, vents

• Burn supplies, pain meds, fluids, steroids

• (Healthcare Corporation) vans to transfer 

patients from (Medical Center) to (Medical 

Center) or (Medical Center)

1502 9:30

(County) DPH calls (County) DEM to inquire 

about the availability of volunteer health 

professionals for response.

Phone

Player Action: 

(County) DPHOPR (County) DEM

8 (County) DEM forwards request to (State) 

EOC.

1512 9:30 EOC chiefs complete initial briefing of 

section chiefs. Verbal

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(State 

University) 

EOC

5

Establish IAP. EOC should support requests 

made from UC. Logistics (residential life) 

should begin to address relocation issues that 

will arise at a later time. At some portion of the 

exercise, the call will be made to the county 

EOC to request assistance from the national 

sheltering plan. 

1522 9:30 (County) DEM fully activates EOC; notifies 

(State) DEM Phone (County) DEM (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

1532 9:30

(County) Sheriff's Office is dispatched to 

(State University) and sends liaison to 

(County) DEM

Player Action: 

(County) Sheriff's 

Office

(County) EOC 13

1542 9:30 (State) 2 1 1 is operational Phone Player Action Policy Chief2

1552 9:30 JIC is operational Phone Player Action Policy Chief5

1562 9:35

All Hospitals: Individuals holding WPS cards 

will place wireless calls each other to test 

WPS procedures.

Cell Player Action: 

WPS card holders

Hospitals' 

Incident 

Management 

Teams

8

• Appropriate individuals have WPS access.

• These individuals carry their WPS cards on 

them. 

• They are able to place a call using WPS.

1572 9:35

Participating Hospitals: Amateur Radio 

Hospitals: (County) DEM requests amateur 

radio check roll call

Player Action: 

(County) DEM

Participating 

hospitals

2

• (County) DEM will provide frequency to be 

used.

• Roll call will be successful

1582 9:35 (Hospital) Behavioral: (#) individuals are 

accompanied to Intake.

Player Action: 

member of 

Behavioral staff

Actor Victims8

• Determine whether to assess, treat, admit is 

made.

• Those that cannot be treated onsite will be 

transferred to the appropriate facility.

1592 9:35

(County) DEM calls the State EOC to inquire 

about the availability of volunteer health 

professionals

Phone Player Action: 

(County) DEM (State) EOC

8 (State) EOC forwards request to (State) DHS.

1602 9:35 (Hospital): notifies (Healthcare Corporation) 

EOC that ED is full. Phone

Player Action: 

(Medical Center) 

Ops

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Operations)

8

• (Healthcare Corporation) EOC will notify 

MCC.

• MCC will notify (County) DEM. 

(County) DEM

2 9:35

(Hospital) EOC notifies (County) DEM of 

(Healthcare Corporation) EOC activation and 

reports patient/victim status.

Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC

(County) DEM8

Exercise Artificiality: In real world, (Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC would call (County) DPHOPR and they would call (County) DEM.

1612 9:40

(State) DHS Finance staff is asked to 

research furloughed employee availability for 

continued response activities.

Verbal

Player Action: 

(State) DHS 

Controller

(State) DHS 

Finance 14

Information is obtained from ADOA, or other 

appropriate source, and forwarded to the 

HEOC manager.

1622 9:40

All Hospitals: Hospital security notifies 

operations chief that additional security 

personnel are required to cope with crowds of 

"walking wounded" (first wave victims initially 

triaged as delayed or minor) begin 

demanding care immediately.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Operations) 

8

• Request additional (internal) security 

personnel be sent to ED.

• If multiple facilities within healthcare system, 

request additional security personnel from 

another location.

• Request 3rd party security professionals.

• Request security from local law 

enforcement, (County) SO.

1632 9:40

All Hospitals: Request from MCC and 

HEOC for SitRep and/or copy of ops log todate every (#) minutes until incident is 

resolved.

SIREN e-mail Player Action: 

MCC, HEOC

Hospitals' 

HCC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Operations) 

8

• SIREN access is available in the HCC/EOC 

(else use regular e-mail to send).

• Hospitals will copy Healthcare SimCell @ (e

mail address).

1642 9:40 (Hospital) EOC: Requests disaster cost 

center be set up. Verbal

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Director

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Finance)

14

EOC Finance Section chief facilitates creation 

of separate cost center for tracking expenses 

at facilities.

1652 9:40

CONTINGENCY INJECT: Infection Control 

Request

Hospital A (notional) calls requesting 

guidance for the management of a patient with 

relatively minor shrapnel wounds. Shrapnel 

appears to be a boney fragment from another 

victim. Caller is requesting advice as to how 

to handle this. Is post exposure prophylaxis 

needed? (This event is repeated with different 

hospital, urgent care center or private office 

but with similar clinical scenario until 

(County) DPH takes the step of pushing 

recommendations out to hospitals.)

Phone (County) DPH 

SimCell

(County) DPHOPR

8

(County) DPH will send out following 

information:

“Recommendations for Post exposure 

Interventions to Prevent Infection with Hepatitis 

B Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, or Human 

Immunodeficiency Virus, and Tetanus in 

Persons Wounded During Bombings and 

Similar Mass-C (State University) Events — 

United States, 2008: Recommendations of the 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

(CDC)” or a summary of these 

recommendations to the medical community 

with particular attention to the facilities that 

would receive patients. This should be pushed 

through multiple avenues including HAN, EM 

system and (State) 2-1-1.

(State) DHS

1662 9:40 (State) EOC, (State) 2-1-1 and JIC are fully 

operational 2 & 5

1672 9:45 Assign MMRS branch officer. Player Action8 Command and control. Make MMRS 

assignments MMRS

1682 9:45

All Hospitals: Parents request information 

about their children who were transported to 

your hospital for treatment; multiple selfproclaimed relatives are requesting 

information about cousins, nieces, etc.; 

additionally, families search for missing loved 

ones and ask for names and descriptions of 

injured and dead.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(PIO's) 

8

• Staff are familiar with the relevant HIPAA 

privacy regulations or know where to get the 

necessary information.

• Staff give out information according to 

HIPAA regs.

• Staff refer families searching for loved ones 

to (State)-2-1-1 Call Center.

1692 9:45

All Hospitals: ED reports the following 

supplies/equipment are depleted: vents, RTs, 

and burn supplies, and the ED is 

overwhelmed by the number of injured.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Logistics) 

8

• Implement surge management plan.

• Use Medical Coordinating Center to obtain 

supplies and equipment.

1702 9:45 All Hospitals: Family Assistance Center 

stood up

Player Action: 

Hospitals' 

Logistics

Victims and 

their Families

8

• Spiritual Care and Family Services are 

available in adequate numbers.

• Space for Family Center is readily available.

• Need for counseling becomes apparent.

1712 9:45 Amateur Radio Hospitals radio check - roll 

call Amateur radios Participating hospitals (County) DEM

2 Participating hospitals provide requested 

information to (County) DEM

1722 9:45 (Hospital) LSA/SQL: Calls (Hospital) EOC to 

offer help. Phone Player Action: LSA 

Logistics

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

Logistics 

8

1732 9:45 (Hospital) EOC Logistics calls 

(Municipality). Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Logistics

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

(Municipality) 

Warehouse

8 Patient pod will be transported to (Medical 

Center). 

1742 9:45 (Hospital) facilities' sit-rep #2

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

HCC's

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

8 (Hospital) facility HCC's will fax "EOC - 

Hospital Status Tracking form."

1752 9:45 Inner Ring Hospitals: Second wave victims 

flip to third symptomatology care in their set. Player Action

8

1762 9:45

Inner Ring Hospitals: Third wave victims flip 

to second symptomatology card in their set. Player Action

8

2 9:45

(County) DEM sends notification of MMRS 

activation to (State) DHS - requests 

notification of MMRS activation be sent to 

hospital via EMResource.

Phone Player Action: 

(County) EOC (State) EOC

8 • (State) EOC will notify HEOC.

• HEOC will notify hospitals.

1772 9:45 Outer Ring Hospitals: Second wave of staged 

victims are injected into play. Inject form Hospital Controllers Hospitals' ED's

8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

1782 9:45 Outer Ring Hospitals: First wave of victims 

flip to their second symptomatology card. Player Action

8

1792 9:45

(State) EOC calls (State) DHS to inquire 

about the availability of volunteer health 

professionals.

Phone Player Action: 

(State) EOC (State) DHS

8

(State) DHS queries (State)-Emergency 

System for the Advance Registration (ESAR)-

Volunteer Heath Professionals (VHP) to find 

out the available number of volunteers and 

assess need for out of state volunteers.

1802 9:45 First media release; JIC is activated. Press JIC Public 15 & 5

Keep (State University) area clear; notification 

about using (State) 2-1-1; Identification of 

evacuation centers

1812 9:45 Media are calling into (County) DEM for 

information about (State University) incident. Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

1822 9:50 BOC membership arrives. Player Action: BOC 

members

5 Arrive and receive event brief. BOC

1832 9:50 Misinformation is corrected: (#) wounded 

NOT dead.

HAN, 

EMResource

SimCell 

(Municipality) PIO

Public including 

hospitals

8 • HANs will be acknowledged.

• Alerts will be received and acknowledged.

1852 9:55 (Hospital) EOC upward briefing Verbal

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

Incident 

Management Team

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

8 Section chiefs and IMT will brief (Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC director.

1862 9:58 All Hospitals: EDs are at disaster capacity 

(surge capacity bypassed). Push to Talk Healthcare SimCell

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Operations) 

8

(State) DHS surge stages:

• Overcapacity

• Surge capacity

• Disaster capacity

Hospitals

1872 10:00 BOC sends liaison (State) EOC Verbal BOC Manager Player5 Liaison to (State) EOC

1882 10:00 JIC working on second media briefing Press JIC Public 15 Public information

1892 10 00 C ll t (St t ) 211 Ph Si C ll (St t ) 211 15 Fl d ll t

1902 10:00 Stadium infrastructure questions Phone SimCell BOC3

• Communications towers/links in area

• Impact on underground utilities BOC

1912 10:00 MMRS arrive onscene. Player Action8

(Already there and injected into exercise.) 

Reports to MMRS branch. Mass casualty 

treatment and transportation

MMRS

1922 10:00 E Team is operational at BOC Player Action5 Information sharing with (State) EOC BOC

1932 10:00 All clear for secondary devices Phone SimCell UC 13 Notify (State) EOC, (County) EOC, and 

PFRD MMRS

1942 10:00 Cell phone service is restored Verbal SimCell All Players2 Cell phone communication resumes ALL

1972 10:00 Outer Ring Hospitals: Third wave of staged 

victims are injected into play. Inject form Hospital Controllers Hospitals' ED's

8

 • All staged victims have triage and 

symptomatology tags.

• All red and yellow triage tag victims have 

already been entered into EMTrack.

• All green triage tag victims will be entered 

into EMTrack by hospital staff.

• Staff have had adequate EMTrack training 

and are familiar with the EMTrack process.

1982 10:00 Outer Ring Hospitals: First wave of victims 

flip to their third symptomatology card. Player Action

8

1992 10:00 Outer Ring Hospitals: Second wave of victims 

flip to their second symptomatology card. Player Action

8

2002 10:00 (Hospital) Behavioral: Called back staff 

arrive Inject form Behavioral Controller

Behavioral 

Logistics

8

2012 10:00 (Hospital): Amateur radio test Amateur radios

Player Action:

Local Amateur 

Radio Clubs 

(ARCs)

(Medical 

Center) and 

(Medical 

Center) HCC's

8 Able to communicate between B(Medical 

Center) and BDWMC.

2022 10:00

(Hospital): wants to off-load (#) behavioral 

patients waiting in ED to (Hospital) 

Behavioral

Phone

Player Action: 

(Medical Center) 

HCC (Logistics)

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Operations) 

8

(Healthcare Corporation) EOC Ops Chief will 

ask (Healthcare Corporation) EOC logistics 

chief to determine if (Hospital) can accept the 

patients and if transport is available.

2032 10:00

(Hospital) EOC: First wave of (Hospital) 

Home Care clinical and non-clinical staff are 

deployed to (Hospital) (Hospital Name).

Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Logistics

(Medical 

Center) HCC

(Logistics)

8

• Based on BHC resource availability, 

(Healthcare Corporation) EOC logistics chief 

would decide to deploy BHC nurses to 

(Medical Center).

No staff will be deployed - (Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC will call (Medical Center) 

AS IF staff were being deployed

2042 10:00 (Hospital) AOCs/facility ICs participate in 

conference call with (Hospital) EOC. Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Director

Hospital 

IC's/AOC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

8

• Facility ICs provide status of facility, needs, 

and available resources.

• EOC provides timeline for next report (fax 

report by (Time), call at (Time)).

2052 10:00 Inner Ring Hospitals: Third wave of victims 

flip to third symptomatology card in their set. Player Action

8
206

2 10:00 MMRS begins demo with EMTrack Amtrak MMRS Hospitals8 EMTrack system operational

2072 10:00 Participating Hospitals: Forensic nurses 

arrive onsite.

Player Action: 

Forensic Nurses

(Medical 

Center), 

(County) MC, 

(Municipality 

Hospital)

8

• Forensic nurses arrive at main ED lobby.

• Hospital Security will be called and will 

escort the forensic nurses to the ED Charge.

• Forensic nurses will collect evidence from 

(#) victims.

• Forensic nurse at (County) MC will collect 

evidence from a deceased victim.

2082 10:00

UC begins asking for additional resources 

from Logistics: barricades, fencing, 

personnel etc

Phone Player Action: UC 

(State 

University) 

EOC

7

Long-term preparations to control the site and 

investigate the incident should be started if not 

already done

2092 10:00 City of (Municipality) notifies (County) DEM 

activation of EOC Phone SimCell (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

2102 10:00 American Red Cross activate EOC, sends 

liaison to (County) DEM EOC Phone SimCell (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

2/1/20012 10:00 American Red Cross activates EOC, sends 

liaison to (State) EOC Phone SimCell (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

2122 10:05

(County) DPH-OPR Staffing issues:

(#) staff members from (County) DPH-OPR 

Community Health Nursing and (#) Staff 

members from (County) DPH-OPR 

Epidemiology have called in and are unable 

physically make it into work and must 

telecommute. The PHEM medical specialist 

is out of town, cell phone works intermittently 

and he can intermittently check e-mail. He is 

unable to connect via VPN because he has a 

Mac.

Phone SimCell (County) DPHOPR8

• (County) DPH-OPR will make other 

arrangements for staff to telecommute. or work 

from alternate work location.

• Considerations will be made for subsequent 

days. 

(State) DHS

2132 10:05

Two (County) DEM staff do not show up after 

recall; its reported that they volunteered to 

assist with (State University) football event.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC5 (County) DEM

2142 10:05 Public calling (County) DEM for information 

about events Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 Information gathering and press release (County) DEM

2152 10:07 Call to (State) 211 Phone SimCell (State) 211 15 Flood call center

2162 10:10

(State) DHS queries (State)-ESAR-VHP to 

generate a list of volunteer health 

professionals (a total of (#) doctors and (#) 

nurses should have been requested through 

the official process)

ESAR-VHP 

database

Player Action: 

(State) DHS

Health 

Professionals 

registered with 

(State)-ESARVHP

8

Volunteers registered in (State)-ESAR-VHP 

respond to the test request for volunteers via email/telephone.

2172 10:10

(Hospital) EOC Logistics calls (Hospital) 

Behavioral to determine if they can take 

(Hospital's) behavioral patients.

Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Logistics

Behavioral 

HCC

(Operations)

8

• Daily intake schedule will be reviewed.

• Staff and bed availability will be checked.

• OK will be given to transfer patients. 

2182 10:10

(County) DEM PIO contacts (Municipality) 

and (State University) PIO for statement 

release

Phone Player Action: 

(County) DEM

(State 

University) 

EOC

15

2192 10 15 C ll t (St t ) 211 Ph Si C ll (St t ) 211 15 Fl d ll t

2212 10:15 First patients injected into MMRS system. Player Action8 MMRS

2222 10:15 (Hospital) Behavioral: Able to accept (#) 

(Medical Center) patients. Phone

Player Action: 

Behavioral HCC

Operations

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC 

(Logistics)

8

2232 10:15 Outer Ring Hospitals: Second wave of victims 

flip to their third symptomatology card. Player Action

8

2242 10:15 Outer Ring Hospitals: Third wave of victims 

flip to their second symptomatology card. Player Action

8

2252 10:15 Initial brief back of section chiefs about 

staffing within the EOC and initial SITREP. Verbal

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(State 

University) 

EOC

5 Controller should prompt if not happening.

2262 10:15 Reports of large number of causalities and 

fatalities from (State University) explosion. Phone SimCell (County) EOC

8 (County) DEM

2282 10:20 Situational awareness brief to BOC members Player Action: BOC 

liaison BOC members

5 Members have situational awareness. BOC

2292 10:20 Policy meeting at (State) EOC Player Action5 Direction for (State) EOC action/response (State) DEM

2302 10:20 Office of Medical Examiner activates EOC, 

sends representative to (County) DEM. Phone Player Action: OME

(County) DEM

(State 

University) 

EOC

8

2312 10:20 Office of Medical Examiner activates EOC, 

sends liaison to (County) DEM Player Action: OME (County) EOC

8

2322 10:25

All Hospitals: Hospitals are at disaster 

capacity and want to know if adult beds can be 

used for peds, if male beds can be used for 

females, and alternate care site beds.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's, 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Logistics) 

7 Hospitals initiate request to contact (State) 

DHS licensing through MCC.

2332 10 27 C ll t (St t ) 211 Ph Si C ll (St t ) 211 15 Fl d ll t

2342 10:30 County declaration Player Action5

2352 10 30 C ll t (St t ) 211 Ph Si C ll (St t ) 211 15 Flood call center

2362 10 30 Fi t MMRS b l l Pl A ti8 BOC

2382 10:30 Second bed poll request sent out. EMHavBed Player Action: 

(State) DHS

Hospitals ' 

ED's

8

• HavBED requests more detailed bed 

category counts.

• Request will be received and responded to.

2392 10:30

All Hospitals: HCC/EOC requests ESARVHP verification of (#) self-presenting MDs 

and RNs

Phone

Player Action: 

HCC/EOC 

Logistics

MCC8

• HCC/EOC will provide names to MCC.

• MCC will pass request through channels to 

(State) DHS

2402 10:30 (Hospital) Behavioral: Needs one additional 

psychiatrist to handle increased patient load. Phone

Player Action: 

Behavioral

Logistics 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Logistics) 

8

2412 10:30 Channel (#) news calls to inquire about the 

number of dead and injured Phone SimCell (State) DHS 15 (State) DHS PIO directs questions to the JIC. (State) DHS

2422 10:30 Outer Ring Hospitals: Third wave of victims 

flip to their Third symptomatology card Player Action

8

2432 10:30

(County) DEM receiving a large number of 

calls because of large call volume to 911 and 

people can't get through; requesting 

information - what's going on, how to find 

family member who was there?

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

2442 10:35 BOC members brief their sectors. Communication 

Vehicle BOC members BOC sectors

5 BOC sectors provided initial event information. BOC

2452 10:40 Updated situational awareness brief at (State) 

EOC

Communication 

Vehicle

(State) EOC 

Director

(State) EOC 

agencies

5 Updated incident information to (State) EOC 

agencies External communication (State) DEM

2462 10:40 EOC provides SITREP (situational report) to 

County EOC. Phone

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(County) DEM5

2472 10:40

(State University) EOC provides SITREP to 

(County) DEM. SITREP includes causalities, 

damaged structures, damaged utilities, needs 

assessment. 

Phone

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(County) EOC5

2482 10:40 City of (Municipality) notifies (County) DEM 

that MMRS is activated Phone SimCell (County) EOC

8 (County) DEM

2492 10:40

(County) DEM sends notification of MMRS 

activation to (State) DHS - requests 

notification of MMRS activation be sent to 

hospital via EMResource.

Phone Player Action: 

(County) EOC (State) EOC

8

2502 10:40 State declaration sent to Governor. (State) EOC SimCell 5

• Hospitals are able to use State COTS.

• Hospitals can request supplies from (State) 

DHS alternate care site caches

2512 10:45

(Hospital) (Hospital Name): Would like to offload (#) patients to Physicians Surgery 

Center of (Municipality) for debridement and 

fracture setting

Phone

Player Action: 

(Medical Center) 

HCC

(Logistics)

Surgery Center8

2522 10:45 (Hospital) facilities' sit-rep #3

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

HCC's 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

8 HCC will fax EOC - Hospital Status Tracking 

form

2532 10:45 Telemed burn system is up. (State) Burn Center (County) DPH8 (County) DPH will notify (State) DHS

2542 10:45

Preliminary investigation has confirmed that 

(#) DPS officer and (#) (State University) 

police officer have been killed in the incident.

Verbal Controller UC8 Pass the information about the officer(s) along 

to respective EOC to begin HR needs. 

2552 10:45

EOC should continue to work with UC, 

(County) DEM, and State EOC to meet 

resource requirements for UC.

Phone

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(County) DEM, 

(State) EOC, 

UC

5

Issues that should continue to be addressed: 

(State University) emergency notification 

system updates, resources to handle the 

scene, equipment and resources to help 

investigate the incident, create IAP for a 

"second Operational Period" even though the 

EOC may not be stood up for that length of 

time, HR issue for injured and deceased 

employees, relocation of students from 

damaged facilities, etc.

2562 10:45

Salt River EOC calls County EOC to get 

official information on what is going on at 

(State University)

Phone SimCell (County) EOC5 (County) DEM

2572 10:45 BOC liaison provides updated situational 

awareness to BOC 

Communication 

Vehicle BOC liaison BOC 

5 Updated incident information; BOC strategy 

meeting BOC

2 10:50

First casualties (including burn victims) 

transported from the scene by Medical 

Transport arrive at receiving hospitals.

Ambulance, 

helicopter or Bus

Player Action: 

MMRS

(County) MC,

JCL,

(Municipality 

Hospital)

8

• Additional staff requested from HCC/EOC.

• Patients will be triaged and treated.

• Telemed burn system will used by 

participating hospitals ((Municipality 

Hospital), JCL, (County) MC).

2582 10:50 BOC Staff meets. Player Action: BOC BOC5 BOC sectors determine course of action based 

on (State) EOC policy meeting

2592 10:55 (Hospital) EOC upward briefing Verbal

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

Incident 

Management Team

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

8 Section chiefs and Incident Management Team 

will brief EOC director.

2602 10:55

County Sheriff's Office 911 system is 

inundated with calls - the 911 callers are 

reaching the automated answering system as 

well as a busy signal

Phone SimCell 

(County) EOC - 

(County) SO 

liaison

2 (County) DEM

2612 10:55 Confirmed domestic terrorist event Phone SimCell (DPS) (State) EOC

5 Brief policy chief

2622 10:57 Policy meeting Verbal (State) EOC Policy 

Chief Section Chiefs

5 Release media statement.

2632 11 00 G i d l ti Ph Si C ll (St t ) EOC

5

2642 11:00

All Hospitals including (Hospital) Behavioral: 

Multiple self-reported MDs and RNs present 

volunteering their help.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC, 

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Logistics)

8

• Emergency credentialing plan implemented.

• Contact MCC to ask HEOC to verify 

credentials in ESAR-VHP.

2652 11:00 Participating Hospitals: Telemed burn 

conference calls are initiated.

Player Action: 

MIHS

(County) MC,

(Municipality 

Hospital),

JCL 

8

• A (#)-(#) minute block of time will be 

scheduled with each hospital - (Hospital) Burn 

will connect to: (Municipality) (Hospital), 

(Hospital).

• Each hospital will present one burn patient 

that they have questions about debridement, 

resuscitation, and/or wound care. 

2662 11:00

(Hospital): Would like to off-load (#) patients 

to (Hospital) Surgical Center for debridement 

and fracture setting.

Phone

Player Action: 

(Medical Center) 

HCC

Logistics

Healthcare 

SimCell (as 

(Hospital) 

Surgical 

Center) 

8

2672 11:00 (Hospital) Home Care: Second wave of 

clinical and non-clinical staff to (Hospital)

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC

(Logistics)

(Medical 

Center) HCC

(Logistics)

8

2682 11:00 (Hospital) Home Care: New Incident 

Commander takes over. Verbal

Player Action: 

(Hospital) HC 

Outgoing Incident 

Commander

Incoming 

Incident 

Commander

8

Appropriate turnover protocol will be following 

including formal briefing of incoming 

commander by outgoing commander.

2692 11:00 (Hospital) Home Care: Offers IPU as 

potential additional Family Assistance Center. Phone

Player Action: 

BHC Incident 

Commander

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Logistics) 

8

2702 11:00 (Hospital) AOCs/facility ICs participate in 

conference call with (Hospital) EOC. 

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Director

Hospital 

IC's/AOC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

8

• Facility ICs provide status of facility, needs, 

and resources

• EOC provides timeline for next report (fax 

report by (Time), call at (Time)),

2712 11:00 City of (Municipality) and (Municipality) 

activate their EOC Phone SimCell (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

2732 11:10 MMRS reports number of fatalities and 

casualties Phone SimCell (County) EOC

8 (County) DEM

2742 11:15

All Hospitals and Other Healthcare Entities: 

Incident commander asks planning chief for 

staffing plan for next 48 hours.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Planning)

8

• Planning chief will develop the staffing plan, 

identify gaps, possible 3rd party staffing and 

potential volunteers.

• Planning chief will work with the logistic 

chief to obtain these resources.

2752 11:15

All Hospitals: Several (Bordering Nation's) 

victims (all delayed or minor) waiting for 

treatment in the ED and/or admitted are 

requesting to talk to their consulate to 

discuss payment, family reunification, and 

repatriation.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Liaison 

Officer)

8 Foreign national protocols will be followed.

2762 11:15

All Hospitals: Hospital morgue currently at 

(#)% capacity. Additional fatalities will exceed 

the capacity of the hospital morgue.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's

8 • Activate Fatality Management Plan.

• Real-world would contact OME for pickup.

2772 11:15

(County) DEM receives phone calls from 

public asking about explosion; irate and 

emotional callers looking for friends and 

family at scene. Callers report hospitals won't 

give out any information.

Phone (County) DEM 

SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

2782 11:15 (County) EOC reports information from 

MMRS Phone (County) EOC (State) EOC Policy Chief

8

2792 11:25 BOC members update sectors. BOC members BOC sectors5 Sectors have updated incident information. BOC

2802 11:30 All Hospitals: Hospitals request additional 

staffing for following day. Phone

Player Action:

Hospitals' HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command

(Logistics)

MCC8 MCC will forward request up through 

appropriate channels.

2812 11:30

(Hospital) LSA/SQL: Determine need to 

reschedule afternoon pickups and redirect 

drivers

Verbal LSA Controller

LSA Marketing

Customer 

Service 

8

2822 11:30 (County) Medical Center: Victim transported 

from the scene dies at hospital. Phone

Player Action: 

(County) Medical 

Center

Office of 

Medical 

Examiner 

(OME)

8 • Death will be reported.

• OME will respond to (County) MC.

2832 11:30

OME investigative team arrives onscene and 

establishes communication with (County) 

DEM EOC

Phone Player Action: OME (County) EOC8

2842 11:45 (Hospital) facilities' sit-rep #4 

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

HCC's 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

8 HCC will fax EOC - Hospital Status Tracking 

form.

2852 11:45 Forward hospitals' requests for staff for 

following day. Phone / Email

Player Action: 

(County) DPHOPR

HEOC,

(State) EOC

8

2862 11:45 (Municipality) (Hospital Name): Senator 

arrives to visit with victims and families. Push to Talk Healthcare SimCell (Municipality) (Hospital) PIO 15 VIP protocols and procedures will be implemented. Hospitals

2882 11:50

Call to (County) DPH-OPR: 

Person states that his brother was in 

attendance at the game. Friends of the 

brother who were also in attendance have 

been in touch with the caller and have advised 

that he was near the epicenter at the time of 

the explosion. He is HIV positive and has had 

AIDS defining illnesses; he also has hepatitis 

C. He was recently hospitalized for 

pneumonia and is known to have a high viral 

load. He takes his HIV medications 

intermittently, contrary to the advice of his 

physician. Although distraught at the death of 

his brother, the caller is concerned about the 

safety of those who may have been exposed to 

fragments during the explosion and wanted to 

pass this information to the local health 

department. Caller has a health background 

and is aware that the CDC guidelines are 

unclear in this circumstance. He does have 

privacy concerns.

Phone (County) DPH 

SimCell

(County) DPHOPR ICC

8

(County) DPH should formulate a plan to 

address this concern. It is not expected that an 

answer will be made in the time allotted; 

however, significant discussion should take 

place.

(State) DHS

2892 11:55 (State) EOC Liaison provides situational 

awareness update to BOC Phone

Player Action: 

(State) EOC 

Liaison

BOC5

2902 11:55 (Hospital) EOC upward briefing Verbal

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

Incident 

Management Team

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC Director

5 Section chiefs and Incident Management Team 

will brief EOC director.

2912 12:00

All Hospitals, Behavioral Health, Home Care, 

and LSA/SQL employees report being 

overwhelmed by the number of casualties and 

their inability to communicate with loved ones. 

They are showing signs of emotional stress.

Inject form Hospital 

Controllers

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command 

(Logistics)

8

• Activate Critical Incident Management 

Support (CISM) plan.

• Alert EAP, behavioral health and/or 

chaplains.

• Trained counselors are available in 

adequate numbers.

• (Hospital): Determine if Behavioral Health 

and/or Home Care can help (schedule 

counseling sessions, schedule children's 

bereavement camp, etc.).

2922 12:00 All Hospitals: ESAR-VHP name/credential 

information received back from (State) DHS. SIREN e-mail (State) DHS

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command 

(Logistics)

8

• (#) individuals were found in database: 

Credentials verified for (#), but not for other,

• Other (#) were not in database,

2932 12:00 (Hospital) AOCs/facility ICs participate in 

final conference call with (Hospital) EOC. Phone

Player Action: 

(Healthcare 

Corporation) EOC 

Director

Facility 

IC's/AOC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

8

Facility ICs provide final status of facility, 

needs, and resources.

2942 12:00 (Hospital) Home Care: Offers to set up 

children's bereavement camp(s). Phone Player Action: 

BHC Chaplain

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC

(Logistics)

8

2952 12:00

Participating Hospitals: (#) ERT and (#) FBI 

Investigators arrive onsite at forensic 

evidence hospitals.

Player Action: FBI 

(Medical 

Center), 

(County) MC, 

(Municipality 

Hospital)

8

2962 12:00

Local media is requesting more information 

about response at (State University) and 

number of fatalities and casualties; what is 

county doing to assist response.

Phone SimCell JIC 15 (County) DEM

2972 12:00

City of (Municipality), Town of (Municipality), 

City of (Municipality) contacting County EOC 

to find out information about event.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC5 (County) DEM

2982 12:05 BOC liaison provides updated situational 

awareness to BOC 

Player Action: BOC 

Liaison BOC

5

2992 12:10

(State) EOC requests that (State) DHS 

Behavioral Health report the number of 

RBHA, TBHA and (State) DHS staff available 

for CISM if needed at receiving hospitals.

Player Action: 

(State) DHS 

Controller

(State) DHS8

Information is obtained from (State) DHS 

Behavioral Health staff and forwarded to 

appropriate people.

3002 12:15 BOC staff planning meeting on updated 

situational awareness Player Action: BOC BOC

5

3012 12:15 All Hospitals: The public is dropping off food, 

clothing, diapers, etc. at local hospitals. Inject form Hospital Controller

Hospitals' 

HCC's,

(Healthcare 

Corporation) 

EOC,

(Municipality 

Hospital) Area 

Command 

(Logistics)

8 Hospital has a donation management plan and 

implements it.

3022 12:15 Medical examiner arrives onsite at (County) 

Medical Center

Player Action: 

OME (County) MC

8

3032 12:15

OME requests additional investigators, body 

bags, and refrigerated trucks for deceased 

victims

Phone Player Action: OME (County) DEM - 

Logistics

7

3042 12:20 Local news reports mass groups of people 

heading north on (Highway Number). Phone SimCell (County) EOC 13 (County) DEM

3052 12:30 City of (Municipality) declares a local 

emergency Phone SimCell (County) EOC

5 (County) DEM

3062 12:30 Numerous calls to (County) EOC about 

possible evacuation of (Municipality) Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

3072 12:30 BOC staff provides updated situational 

awareness to BOC membership

Player Action: BOC 

Staff BOC members

5

3102 13:00

(Hospital), (County) MC, (Municipality 

Hospital), (Municipality Hospital): Last 

casualties transported from scene arrive at 

receiving hospitals.

Bus MMRS

(County) MC,

(Medical 

Center),

(Municipality 

Hospital),

(Municipality 

Hospital)

8 Patients will be re-triaged, treated, and 

admitted or released, as appropriate.

3112 13:00 Hospitals are overwhelmed with worried well. Phone Healthcare SimCell (County) EOC - 

PH liaison

8 (County) DEM

3122 13:00 BOC sector reps update sectors. Player Action: BOC 

Sector reps BOC sectors

5

3132 13:05

(County) DEM EOC requests (County) 

DPHC ICC to provide status of local 

hospitals

Verbal Player Action: 

(County) EOC (County) DPH

8

3142 13:10 All Participating Healthcare Entities: Hot 

Wash 

Verbal Player Action: 

Entity's Lead 

Controller

Players

8

• Lessons learned will be discussed.

• Participant feedback form will be completed 

and turned in

3152 13:15 (County) DEM EOC contact (State) EOC to 

activate ESAR VHP Phone Player Action: (County) EOC (State) EOC

8

3162 13:20

(State University) requests assistance with 

security from (County) DEM EOC. The 

request is for (#) officers to support the 

students on campus

Phone SimCell (County) EOC - 

MCSO liaison 13 (County) DEM

3172 13:25

Pinal County Emergency Management 

contacts (County) DEM to find out information 

about event

Phone SimCell (County) EOC5 (County) DEM

3182 13:30

Contingency Inject: Salvation Army to provide 

hydration stations around (State University) 

and on (Highway Number) highway for self 

evacuees.

Phone (County) EOC SimCellSalvation Army7

3192 13:40

(State University) requests (County Name) 

County assistance with the transportation and 

temporary sheltering of (#) students. 

Phone

Player Action: 

(State University) 

EOC

(County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3202 13:50 (Municipality) requests (#) Type III 

barricades from (County) DEM EOC Phone SimCell (County) EOC

7 (County) DEM

3212 14:00

Hotels/Resorts contacting Sector rep. wants 

to know what to tell clients about their safety if 

they remain in the area

Phone SimCell (Hotels) BOC 15 BOC

3222 14:00 OME receives calls from concerned families 

regarding possible deaths Phone SimCell (County) EOC - OME liaison

8 (County) DEM

3232 14:10 Request for (#) jersey barriers delivered and 

placed in immediate area of blast Phone SimCell (County) EOC - Logistics

7 (County) DEM

3242 14:20

A local rental company is willing to donate the 

use of generators and lights for up to two 

weeks for a delivery charge.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3252 14:20 BOC requests security update from (State) 

EOC Phone BOC (State) EOC

5

3262 14:30

A private water company delivers (#) cases of 

bottled water and wants to know where to 

deliver the water

Phone SimCell (County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3272 14:35 Media ask if additional terrorist attacks are 

possible in the (Metropolitan Area) Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

3282 14:40

A local volunteer group has several cases of 

food stock and clothing, and want to donate to 

the rescue effort. Where do they send 

supplies?

Phone SimCell (County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3292 14:45

Backup of traffic on (Direction) and 

(Direction) bound (Highway Name) and 

(Highway Name) (Direction) and (Direction) 

bound. Traffic control requested.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 13 (County) DEM

3302 14:50 (Electrical Public Utility 1) reports bomb 

threat made to one of their facilities Phone SimCell (County) EOC 13 (County) DEM

3312 14:55

Callers request information about terrorist 

event and what to do to prepare for the next 

attack

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

3322 15:00

Hospitals report need for assistance in 

communicating with patients that have 

temporary hearing loss from blast.

Phone SimCell

(County) DEM - 

(County) DPH 

liaison

8 (County) DEM

3332 15:05

(County) DEM contacts local governments 

and volunteer agencies to determine the 

number and needs of any the population 

requiring assistance (special needs 

population)

Phone Player Action: 

(County) EOC

SimCellSalvation Army

6

3342 15:10

Salvation Army receives calls from 

spontaneous volunteers and parking lot filled 

with in-kind donations. Where in the country 

can we bring these donations?

Phone SimCell (County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3352 15:15 Civil disturbances occur in (Municipality) and 

(Municipality) - crowds, traffic, looting. Phone SimCell (County) EOC 13 (County) DEM

3362 15:20

(Faith-based Organization) calls stating they 

have a group of (#) volunteers wanting to 

know where they can go to be deployed to 

help

Phone SimCell (County) EOC - 

Logistics

7 (County) DEM

3372 15:25 Media calls (County) DEM EOC looking for 

names of injured and dead at scene Phone SimCell (County) EOC - PIO 15 (County) DEM

3382 15:30

City of (Municipality) attorney is requesting 

clarification on Fire/EMS Auto Aid and 

Mutual Aid agreements within (County Name) 

County. Questions refer to under what 

conditions can resources be withheld by 

Cities and Towns. 

Phone SimCell (County) EOC4 (County) DEM

3392 15:35

Hospitals requesting amateur radio 

operators to assist with communications to 

(County) DPH IC and (State) EOC. 

Phone Player Action: 

Hospitals

(County) EOC - 

Communication s

2

3402 15:40

Salvation Army IC informs (County) DEM 

EOC that they have activated their donations 

management plan and need volunteer 

reception centers established and Aid matrix 

activated

Phone SimCell (County) EOC7 (County) DEM

3412 15:45

Public call in about loved ones at (State 

University) - they want to know how to find out 

where loved ones are

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

3422 15:50

(County) DPH IC notifies (County) DEM 

EOC liaison that hospitals are reporting they 

need additional staffing for the next 48 hours.

Verbal Player Action: 

(County) DPH (County) EOC

5
343

2 15:55

(Municipality) and (Municipality) are 

overwhelmed with calls to their 911 centers. 

Request assistance with public information.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC - 

PIO 15 (County) DEM

3442 16:00 RRT ENDEX Player Action MMRS

3452 16:00

Request the number of persons that are 

currently being cared for at the local shelters 

within (County Name) County

Verbal Player Action: 

(County) EOC

(County) EOC - 

ARC liaison

8

3462 16:00

Public calling (County) DEM EOC for 

information about loved ones; hospital phone 

lines are busy or on hold too long.

Phone SimCell (County) EOC 15 (County) DEM

3472 16 30 ENDEX Ph C t l C ll All Pl E d E i 3 9:00

Hospital Update:

Fatalities: (#)

(#) admitted

(#) treated

Phone8

3 9:00

Call faith-based groups; Erosion and 

Sedimentation Control (E&SC) teams 

(bilingual) offer assistance. What are 

credentialing/qualification needs and where 

should they report? Who is coordinating?

Phone (State) 2-1-1 (County) EOC7 Match with need passed to (State) EOC.

3 9:05

Wanted to know overnight at (Municipality) 

Shelter and hours of operation? Are there 

fatalities?

Phone MCBD (State) 

EOC ARC SimCell

5

Response received: (#) overnight guests. 

Shelter is 24/7 until count drops below (#) 

(then hotels). (#) fatalities. (#) seen at 

hospitals and (#)% admitted. Also requested a 

Spanish-speaking E&SC team. (CISM trained) 

to assist at shelter.

3 9:15

(State University) PD requests bomb teams 

rotate between shifts while S&R continues 

and the rubble pile is moved

Phone (State University) 

PD (County) EOC 13 Valley bomb teams create a schedule for (#) hours.

3 9:15 PD requests (#) N95 masks, gloves, and 

level 200 C suits Phone (State University) PD (County) EOC

7 Logistics orders and delivers to staging area.

3 9:18 Need (#) cadaver dogs Phone IC Post (County) EOC7

3 9:18

Logistics request: (#) 60-ton cane requests 

with operators; (#) front loaders (large 

capacity); available steel workers; structural 

engineers to suggest a plan; emergency 

shoring and stabilization; and (#) USAR 

teams. (State) DEM will respond with 

available county resources and contact BOC 

to consider private equipment availability.

Phone UC (County) EOC7

3 9:20

Need feeding and hydration support for VSAR 

team at the site. Rehab area set up for first 

responders. Need food cots, bathroom, 

showers, phone and internet service, 

massage, and medical.

Phone (State University) 

EOC (County) EOC

7

Student rec centers identified as rehab 

location. Grills and kitchen area needs to be 

brought in. Facility has toilet and shower 

onsite.

3 9:20 (#) more bodies have been discovered. Total 

is now (#) Phone IC Post (County) EOC

8

3 9:25

Need temporary morgue facilities set up 

onscene to include (#)+ body bags and other 

supplies 

Phone OME (County) EOC8

3 9:25

Numbers of small businesses start debris 

removal, but get reply from insurance co. that 

not covered for terrorism. Is Government aid 

available? 

Phone

(Municipality) 

Chamber of 

Commerce

(County) EOC 14

3 9:25

(State University) PD requesting CISM help 

to assist with critical incident debrief (for first 

responders). CISM help needs to be constant 

for (#) weeks/24-hour coverage.

Phone (State University) 

PD (County) DEM

8

(Metro Area) CISM teams scheduled 24 hour 

coverage. Establish a message line for first 

responders for updates, critical info., etc. 

LOPD assistance established.

3 9:27

The burial permit process is taking too long 

as normal procedures call for a week. Need 

permission to speed the process and 

instructions on the new process.

Phone ME (County) EOC8

3 9:30

Set up system for cams. Need to establish 

pool of personnel and credential verification. 

Separate pools for responders and citizens.

Phone (Municipality) Fire (County) EOC8

3 9:30

Affected area: What is the operational status 

of local businesses from the perception of 

private sector?

Phone BOC liaison at 

(State) EOC BOC

5

BOC will contact chamber and hospitality 

sector and report back on state of business 

organization and return to normal economic 

conditions

3 9:30

Affected area: What is the occupancy level of 

hotels? How many rooms are available 

presently? Will capacity support existing 

reservations?

Phone BOC liaison at 

(State) EOC BOC

5 BOC hotel

3 9:35

Our permit restricts crematory operation to 

day light hours only and we need to burn 24 

hours/day. Can you help us get permission 

from the Department of Environmental Quality 

(DEQ).

Phone

(Funeral Home 

Name) Funeral 

Home

(County) EOC8 Approve 24-hour operation.

3 9:40

WE have (#)% of our crematories that need to 

be rebuilt and we only have one local company 

that's certified. We need two certified 

companies to assist

Phone ME (County) EOC8

3 9:42

Need PIO reps @ site + Tier A Temporary 

Flight Restoration. SAT trucks all over. 

Helicopters overhead. Need TFR.

Phone UC

PIO 

Rep/(County) 

EOC

15

3 9 42 O h l d b l t ll i Ph7
SUBJECT

Detonation in (U.S. Territory).

Initial response: (Municipality) Fire Department detects radiation and requests Civil Support Team (CST) 

and U.S. Navy response.

FEMA (FEMA Region) receives notification from (U.S. Territory) (National Security Agency).

Threat level raised to Red. (U.S. Territory) Airport closed.

FEMA (FEMA Region) activates Regional Response Coordination Center (RRCC) and recalls 

essential personnel.

Presidential declaration? Designation as Incident of National Significance (INS)? Implementation of 

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and Criminal Investigation Section (CIS)?

Activation of Advance Emergency Response Team (ERT-A) (Red Team) and (City) Mobile Emergency 

Response System (MERS) for possible deployment to (U.S. Territory) 

RRCC contacts Defense Coordination Officer (DCO) and Air Force Emergency Preparedness Liaison 

Officer (EPLO) to discuss transportation options.

DCO informs RRCC that U.S. Air Force has routine scheduled flight from (Name of Air Force Base) to 

(Name of Air Force Base), departing at (Time) (Time Zone), and flight from (Name of Air Force Base) to 

(Name of Air Force Base), departing at (Time) (Time Zone), with space to accommodate ERT-A, MERS, 

and other Federal agencies (OFAs).

(Regiment #) CST arrives, identifies isotope, and collects samples.

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests presidential declaration.

Navy Response Team arrives and confirms/validates field sample results.

Caller describes smoke from explosion.

Information from CST and Navy; information on explosion/blast from (Municipality) Fire Department, 

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF); 

and weather information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are 

transmitted to the Interagency Modeling and Atmospheric Advisory Center (IMAAC) via (U.S. Territory) 

EOC with cc: to (FEMA Region) for initial model run.

Request for assistance with initial public statement

Initial (U.S. Territory) plume model from IMAAC to RRCC and (U.S. Territory) EOC

Elementary school principal requests guidance on movement of students.

Conference call convened between FEMA Regional Administrator and U.S. Department of Energy 

(DOE), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 

experts (and other subject matter experts [SMEs] as appropriate) to discuss plume model implications and 

ERT-A deployment.

Regional administrator decision to deploy ERT-A and MERS to (U.S. Territory)

FEMA (FEMA Region) requests use of Army Reserve Facility (U.S. Territory) as Interim Operating 

Facility (IOF) and (Name of Air Force Base) for Base Support Installation (BSI).

FEMA Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and EPA require Incident Health 

and Safety Plan be developed prior to ERT-A arrival on (U.S. Territory).

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests Federal assistance to supply drinking water until safety of local 

water supply is verified.

FEMA Logistics Coordinator (U.S. Territory) requested to supply bottled drinking water.

Mission Assignment: Emergency Support Function (ESF)-(ESF #) Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) to 

provide drinking water until local water supply is confirmed clean.

Issue: Approximately (#) tourists want to leave, but no airlines will fly in. Airlines want assurances that 

there will be no radioactivity on planes. Inject: (Government of U.S. Territory) is requesting Federal 

assistance to provide capability to screen pasengers and luggage for radioactivity. 

Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) to provide capability to screen passengers for radiation 

contamination prior to boarding aircraft.

Consular affairs demanding evacuation of their citizens

Foreign countries preparing to send health assessment teams to ensure the welfare of their citizens.

RRCC notifies (U.S. Territory) EOC that Situation Report (SitRep) is needed at (Time) (Time Zone).

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests Federal assistance to confirm on-island food safety and safety of 

commodities embargoed (i.e., food in containers in port), and plan for verification of incoming food safety. 

On-island livestock and agriculture should also be considered. Mission Assignment to ESF-(ESF #) 

(USDA)

ERT-A plane departs (Name of Air Force Base); ETA (Air Force Base): (Time) (Time Zone)

SitRep due from (U.S. Territory) EOC to RRCC

SitRep due from RRCC to NRCC

Detonation in (City), (State)

Federal agencies in (U.S. Territory) implement continuity of operations (COOP) plans.

Detonation in (City), (State)

Notification of (City), (State), detonation received via EOC and NRCC

Send out updated RRCC fact sheet for level (#) activation.

RRCC sends incident report to NRCC.

Activation of ERT-A (Blue Team) and (City) MERS for possible deployment to (City), (State).

Strategy meeting: initiate integrated incident action planning for both venues

Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) issued; (Name of Airport) closure

RRCC Director requests SitRep from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC.

ERT-A plane arrives at (Name of Air Force Base), (Location).

Regional administrator initiates call with National Operations Center (NOC) to discuss national strategy.

ERT-A plane departs (Name of Air Force Base); ETA (Name of Air Force Base): (Time) (Time Zone)

DOE Radiological Assessment Program (RAP) team arrives on scene (deployed under their own 

authority).

Field data collected by local fire departments, DOE Radiological Assistance Program (RAP), (State) 

Radiation Regulatory Agency (ARRA), and (Regiment #) Civil Support Team (CST).

Information from the CST, ARRA, and DOE; information on explosion/blast from police department, FBI, 

and ATF; and weather information from the NOAA, are transmitted to the IMAAC via the (State) 

Department of Emergency Management EOC with cc: to FEMA (Region) for initial model run.

Initial (U.S. Territory) plume model from IMAAC to RRCC and (State) EOC

Conference call with regional administrator and SMEs to discuss plume map and implications for ERT-A 

deployment

Virtual News Network (VNN) reporter calls ARRA

Regional administrator decision to deploy ERT-A and MERS to (City), (State)

FEMA (FEMA Region) requests use of Army Reserve Facility (City) as IOF and (Name of Air Force 

Base) for base support installations (BSI).

FEMA Safety, OSHA, and EPA require Incident Health and Safety Plan to be developed prior to ERT-A 

arrival in (City), (State).

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests Federal technical assistance for development of contaminated 

debris management plan.

Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (ACOE) to prepare plan for management of contaminated debris

Mission assignment to DoD for transportation of ERT-A to (City), (State)

DCO informs the RRCC that the Air Force has scheduled flight from (Air Force Base) to (Air Force 

Base) departing at (Time) (Time Zone), (Day), with space to accommodate ERT-A, MERS, and OFAs.

Mission Assignment: DoD to provide helicopter transportation from (Name of Air Force Base) to (State) 

EOC; depart [Time] [Time Zone] [Day]

SitRep due from (U.S. Territory) EOC to RRCC

SitRep due from (State) EMA EOC to RRCC

SitRep due from RRCC to NRCC

(U.S. Territory) is requesting Federal assistance to provide capability to screen worried well at (Hospital) 

and clinics. Currently estimated at (#) and predicted to reach (#) to (#) by (Day) morning.

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (USEPA) to provide radioactivity assessment capablity for hospital 

and clinics

ERT-A plane arrives at (Name of Air Force Base) (U.S. Territory)

ERT-A receives update (SitRep) from RRCC

(Day) play ends in (State)

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests Federal assistance for prioritized assessment of radioactivity of 

all critical infrastructure and equipment (e.g., hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, drinking water) 

Estimate that (#) of (#) ambulances on island are contaminated. [Note: check with (Hospital) to see if we 

can detect >2x background in hospital] 

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) for prioritized assessment of radioactivity of all critical 

infrastructure and equipment (e.g., hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, drinking water)

ERT-A arrives at (U.S. Territory) EOC

ERT-A receives incident briefing, conducts Regional Needs Assessment (RNA), conducts a 

coordinating call with the RRCC (joint Federal/territorial conference call), and develops joint objectives.

RRCC completes Incident Action Plan (IAP) for (Day) Operational Period (Time Range)

SitRep due to RRCC

(Day) play in (U.S. Territory) ends

(Day) (State) operational period ([State] exercise play) begins

Inject: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reports that with agents deployed in support of 

response operations, numerous illegal aliens have noticed lack of border patrols and are crossing over 

from (international bordering country).

SitRep due from RRCC to NRCC

(State) Department of Emergency Management is requesting Federal assistance to provide capability to 

screen worried well at area hospitals and clinics, currently estimated at (#).

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) to provide radioactivity assessment capablity for hospital and 

clinics

ERT-A plane departs (Name of Air Force Base) for (Name of Air Force Base); ETA (Day) (Time) (Time 

Zone)

(Day) (U.S. Territory) operational period ([U.S. Territory] exercise play) begins

Inject: information from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC indicates that highways are 

gridlocked. Estimates put the number of self evacuees on area roadways at (#).

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (ACOE) to provide bottled water for distribution to stranded 

evacuees

Mission assignment to DoD to provide helocopter lift to points of distribution (PODs) for bottled drinking 

water for stranded evacuees

ERT-A plane arrives at (Name of Air Force Base)

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests Federal assistance. Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) 

conducts assessment of affected area (i.e., port area) to determine cleanup requirements. 

(Municipality) reports through (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC that additional 

communications support is needed for first responders.

(U.S. Territory) requests Federal assistance: Mission Assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (U.S. Department of 

Transportation [DOT]) to lead efforts to identify options and plan for alternative port facilities for containers 

and bulk fuel to support commerce (note: consider Jones Act).

Mission assignment to DoD to provide communications support to first responders in (Municipality)

(State) Department of Emergency Management requests Federal assistance to provide capability to 

screen worried well at area hospitals and clinics, currently estimated at (#).

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests technical assistance for determining damage to surface 

infrastructure systems (i.e., roads) in affected area and routes used for emergency response, and 

identifying safe alternatives for mass transit routes. 

SitRep due to RRCC

SitRep due from RRCC to NRCC

(U.S. Territory) Initial Operating Facility (IOF)/Joint Field Office (JFO) accepts responsibility for 

operations and joint planning activities. 

RRCC is relieved of operations for (U.S. Territory).

Inject: during airport screening, screeners detect radiation from departing tourist. Investigation reveals 

that tourist was in jet ski area of port following detonation and rode jet ski to shore, bypassing registration 

and personnel decontamination

(Day) (State) EOC play ends

SitRep due from (U.S. Territory) EOC to IOF/JFO (U.S. Territory)

SitRep due from (U.S. Territory) IOF/JFO to NRCC

(Day) IOF/JFO play ends on (U.S. Territory)

(Day) (State) operational period ([State] exercise play) begins

SitRep due from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC to (State) IOF/JFO

SitRep due from (State) IOF/JFO to NRCC

(State) Department of Emergency Management requests Federal assistance for prioritized assessment 

of radioactivity of all critical infrastructure and equipment (e.g., hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, 

drinking water). 

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) for prioritized assessment of radioactivity of all critical 

infrastructure and equipment (e.g., hospitals, ambulances, fire engines, drinking water)

(State) Department of Emergency Management is requesting Federal assistance to provide capability to 

screen worried well at area hospitals and clinics,currently estimated at (#).

Mission assignment to ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) to provide radioactivity assessment capablity for hospital and 

clinics

Inject: Information from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC indicates that highways are 

gridlocked. Estimates put the number of self-evacuee vehicles on area roadways at (#).

Mission assignment to DoD to provide fuel distribution for stranded evacuees

(State) Department of Emergency Management requests Federal technical assistance for development of 

contaminated debris management plan.

Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (ACOE) to prepare plan for management of contaminated debris

(Day) (U.S. Territory) operational period ([U.S. Territory] exercise play) begins
(State) Department of Emergency Management requests Federal assistance to conduct assessment of 

affected area to determine cleanup requirements. 

Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (EPA) to conduct assessment of affected area to determine cleanup 

requirements. 

(Government of U.S. Territory) requests information on available maritime administration assets for 

unloading of container ships.

(State) Department of Emergency Management IOF/JFO accepts responsibility for operations and joint 

planning activities. 

RRCC relieved of operations for (State). RRCC conducts followup activities 

Mission Assignment: ESF-(ESF #) (DOT) to provide information and report on available maritime 

administration assets for unloading of container ships

(State) Department of Emergency Mangagement requests Federal assistance to provide capability to 

screen worried well at area hospitals and clinics, currently estimated at (#) and predicted to reach (#) by 

(Day) morning.

(Day) IOF/JFO play ends in (State).

SitRep due from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC to (State) IOF/JFO

SitRep due from (State) IOF/JFO to NRCC

SitRep due from (U.S. Territory) IOF/JFO to NRCC

(Day) IOF/JFO play ends on (U.S. Territory).

(Day) (State) operational period ([State] exercise play) begins.

(Municipality) first responders report that communications provided by DoD are not compatible with their 

systems. 

Inject: Information from (State) Department of Emergency Management EOC indicates that highways are 

gridlocked. Estimates put the number of self-evacuee vehicles on area roadways at (#).

(State) Department of Emergency Management is requesting Federal assistance to provide capability to 

screen worried well at area hospitals and clinics, currently estimated at (#).

Mission assignment to DoD to provide radioactivity assessment capablity for hospital and clinics

End of exercise (ENDEX) in (State)

(Day) (U.S. Territory) Operational Period ([U.S. Territory] exercise play) begins

SitR d f (U S T it ) IOF/JFO t NRCC

ENDEX in (U S Territory)
MSEL 

NUMBER

INJECT 

TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative)

BACKGROUND 

INFORMATION CAPABILITY

5003 1515 Z Terrorism liaison officer notifies city. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 5 (City) TLO notifies (City) Emergency Management of (Name of) incident Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

5004 1515 Z Request to State fusion center Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC

(City/State) 

Counter Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center

5 (City) Emergency Manager request a 24/7 activation of 

the (State Counter Terrorism Information Watch Center)

Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

4006 1530 Z Reports to county Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC)

Expected Player 

Action

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

4, 5

Emergency Management requests a meeting with EOC 

support agencies and (City/County) fire chiefs to update 

on terrorist events

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4007 1545 Z Gas explosion Phone

(County) Sheriff’s 

Department 

Corrections

VCC (County) Sheriff’s 

Department 13 Large explosion outside of the (County) Adult Detention Center booking area Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4011 1545 Z Gas explosion Phone (State/County) 

Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (County) Sherriff's Department Comm. notifies IC of a gas leak and explosion on (Location) in front of booking

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5012 1545 Z Gas explosion Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/City) 2 (City) 911 call reporting a large explosion/fire on (Street) across from (County) jail Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4013 1546 Z Gas explosion Phone (State/County) 

Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (County) Sheriff's Department Comm. notifies IC of a (police code) from a corrections officer

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5011 1546 Z Fire Department dispatched Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 4 Units from (Operation region) are responding to (City/County) Fire Department 

request for assistance

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations/Support

4014 1548 Z Sheriff's patrol response Phone

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

13 Units from (County) Sherriff's Department are responding Code (Code #) to 

(Code #)

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5014 1548 Z Police Department assists Fire 

Department. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 Units from (Operation region) are responding to (City/County) Fire Department request for assistance

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations/Support

5026 1549 Z Police Department notification page 

initiated to police chief. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 Command Notification Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4016 1550 Z Adult Detention Center prisoner 

escapes. Phone

(County) Sheriff’s 

Department 

Corrections

VCC

(County) Sheriff’s 

Department 

Corrections

13 One prisoner from (County) Sheriff's Department transport van has escaped into 

the neighbor after the explosion.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4017 1555 Z Report of explosion Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 There is a report of an explosion in (County) Respond: 2.EOC Management

3200 1600 Z Counterterrorism Information Watch 

Center opens.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center

VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5

The (State) Counter Terrorism Information Watch 

Center opens and starts monitoring events occurring in 

(Locations)

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

5018 1601 Z Multi-vehicle accident Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 (Department of Public Safety) advises of a very large multi-vehicle accident on 

(Highway) near (Intersections)

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5029 1601 Z Fire Department sends alarm. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 Request for second alarm to the jail Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5033 1601 Z Multi-vehicle accident Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 8 Major medical dispatch to (Highway) multi-vehicle accident Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5036 1603 Z Police Department command notification Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 Notice of two large scale events in Operations Division (Region). Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4018 1605 Z Report to fire department chief of 

explosion Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 An explosion is reported within (County) Respond: 2.EOC Management

5472 1605 Z Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) 

Task Force Alert

Expected Player 

Action

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

4

(City/County) FD Fire Special Operations Deputy Chief 

orders the Special Operations Staff to prepare for an 

expected deployment/activation of the FEMA Task Force 

to (Location)

Common: 1. Planning

3000-01 1610 Z

Radiation Regulatory Agency is notified 

of Radiological Dispersal Device 

(RDD)

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency VCC (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency 10

(State) Radiation Regulatory Agency Staffing is alerted 

to Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) incident at 

(Location)

Common: 1. Planning

3650 1610 Z Emergency management director 

notified of incident Phone

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5 (Director of Office of Emergency Management) is notified by an (State) DEM 

personnel that VNN is reporting about an explosion in (Location).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4019 1610 Z Gas leak explosion Phone (County) Sheriff’s 

Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 1, 13 On scene (County) Sheriff's Department supervisor notice to shut down (Street) and possible jail evacuation.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4020 1610 Z Public Information Officer (PIO) request 

for information Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 (City/County) Fire Department Fire Chief receives a phone call from (PIO) requesting information

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

4001 1615 Z EOC is in partial activation mode Expected Player 

Action (County) EOC VCC (State/County) 5 EOC staff is monitoring the situation in (Location) and (Location) via local and National news media

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

5006 1615 Z Counterterrorism Information Watch 

Center alerts the city. Message

(State/State) Counter 

Terrorism Info Watch 

Center

VCC (State/City) 5, 13 The (State Counter Terrorism Information Watch Center) watch center alerts the 

(City) Emergency Manager of the (Location) Incident

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5006-04 1615 Z EOC manager alerts the airport EOC 

manager.

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 5

(City) EOC manager alerts the (Airport) 

communications center about the elevated threat level to 

critical infrastructure sites and the partial start up of the 

city's EOC

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5025 1615 Z Situation room stands up Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/City) 5 (City) Situation Room stands up because of events occurring in (Location) and (Location)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5061 1615 Z Airport declares security status. Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/City) 1

The senior management team at the (City) Airport 

convenes to discuss the explosions that occurred in 

(Location) and (Location). They declare security level 1.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5538 1615 Z Activates EOC Expected Player 

Action

(State) Counter 

Terrorism Info Watch 

Center

VCC (State/City) 5

(City) responds to information that (State) Counter 

Terrorism Information Watch Center has provided about 

the event in (Location) to activate the EOC

Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

5849 1615 Z City EOC is operational and receives 

information.

Expected Player 

Action VNN VCC (State/City) 5

EOC Watch Desk Officer monitoring VNN learns of 

explosions in (Location) and (Location), also monitoring 

local information regarding (County)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4021 1620 Z Sheriff's Department is informed of 

explosions. Phone (County) Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (Sheriff) calls into the (County) Sheriff's Department to inform them of explosions in (Location) and (Location)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5037 1620 Z Report from traffic operations Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 1 (Traffic Operations Center) reports heavy traffic back up along (Direction) (Road) Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3050 1630 Z Off-duty State employee informs agency 

directors. Phone (State) Department of Environmental Quality VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

10

An off duty (State Department of Environmental Quality) employee is at home and is 

monitoring the explosions occurring in (Location) and (Location). He informs 

(State Department of Environmental Quality) agency directors to monitor VNN live 

and VNN.com for up to date information.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5006-01 1630 Z Emergency manager alerts city officials 

of incidents.

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/City) EOC 5

(City) Emergency Manager request an emergency 

meeting of the Major Incident Management Team from 

the (City) to discuss both the (Location) and (Location) 

incidents and how to prepare the City.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

5008 1630 Z Emergency manager authorizes a partial 

start-up of the EOC.

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/City) EOC 5 (City) Emergency Manager opens the city's EOC and 

prepares for a full activation if needed.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6100 1630 Z American Red Cross notification of 

events

Expected Player 

Action

(US) American Red 

Cross VCC (State) Red Cross 6

American Red Cross (Service Area #) notifies the (City 

Chapter) Response of events occurring in (Location) 

and (Location)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6201 1630 Z Hospital employee calls management 

about explosions. Phone (State Hospital System) VCC (State Hospital System) 8 Hospital employee calls management about explosions in (Location) and (Location) shown on the news

Common: 2. 

Communications

5008-05 1635 Z Airport EOC activated. Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5

After being alerted by the (City) EOC about the 

(Location) and (Location) events (Airport) officials 

activates EOC operations.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5200-01 1635 Z Incident Briefing in Airport EOC Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5

Aviation EOC briefs mgmt team on incident in (Location) 

and the airports anticipated response as situation 

escalates

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4023 1640 Z Fire Department dispatch receives bomb 

threats calls. Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 Dispatch is receiving 911 calls of multiple bomb threats in response to the gas leak explosions

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4024 1640 Z Sheriff's Department dispatch center is 

being overwhelmed with 911 calls. Phone (County) Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (County) Sheriff's Department 911 calls wanting to know if jail incident, traffic collision and (City) are related.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

4025 1640 Z Sheriff's Department activates EOC. Expected Player 

Action

(County) Sheriff’s 

Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 5, 13 (County) Sheriff's Department activated EOC to a level 1 Respond: 2.EOC Management

5038 1640 Z 911 calls overwhelm city and county 

communications centers. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 2 911 calls concerning reports on VNN of explosions in (Location) and (Location) Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5039 1641 Z Bomb threats reported from Fire 

Department. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 4 Report from (Fire Department) of multiple bomb threats Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5032 1645 Z Sheriff's Department prisoner escapes. Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/City) 13 (City) 911 caller may have located escapee in neighbors home Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5035 1645 Z Hospital needs security assistance. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 8, 13 (Hospital) emergency room is being overrun with patients Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5042 1645 Z Prisoner escape and jail fire/explosion Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 4, 13 Request for additional assistance Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

6101 1645 Z American Red Cross Chapter notifies 

chapter President 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/State) Red 

Cross VCC (State) Red Cross 5, 6 Chapter Deputy Director for Response notifies CEO/Senior Management of (Incident).

Common: 2. 

Communications

4037 1647 Z Courts inquire about prisoners. Phone (State/County) 

Sheriff’s Department VCC

(State/County) 

Sheriff’s 

Department

13 (County) Courts asking where prisoners are for court appearances and estimated 

times of arrival

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

6120 1650 Z American Red Cross Chapter initiates 

call downs.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5, 6

American Red Cross (City) Chapter initiates call down 

of staff (paid and volunteer) to determine availability for 

assignment.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3655 1655 Z

Director of the States Emergency 

Management Agency requests a 

skeleton crew in the State EOC.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5

(State) Emergency Management Director requests a 

skeleton crew in EOC to monitor events in (Location) and 

(Location)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4031 1700 Z

Sheriff's Department Public Information 

Officer (PIO) is being overrun with calls 

from the media.

Phone

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

5 The media is calling the (County) Sherriff's Department about (Location), and 

specifically about the (Location) Incident

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

5006-02 1700 Z EOC begins to implement infrastructure 

protection measures. 

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/City) Police Department 5, 13

The (City) Emergency manager request that the 

(State/City) Police Department Homeland Defense 

Bureau implement the Critical Infrastructure Protection 

plans

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

5469 1700 Z Request for airport fire resources Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (City/County) EOC 4

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch alert page (Airport) Fire/Aircraft Rescue 

Fire Fighting (ARFF) Units are responding to assist police with “Ill Man” in 

custody at Terminal (#) Gate (#). Police dispatch advises scene is secure.

Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

6300 1700 Z Healthcare facilities Corporate EOC 

Alert 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8

Due to events in (Location) and (Location), (Health care 

institution) Corporate Emergency Management 

requests that the community alerting system (CAS) put 

the (Health care institution) Corporate EOC team 

members on alert.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5045 1709 Z City and county 911 dispatch 

overwhelmed Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 2 911 overwhelmed with call for service, panicked callers etc. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4032 1710 Z County gas leak/explosion Phone

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

13 On scene (County) Sheriff's Department supervisor issues notice to shut down 

(Road) and possible jail evacuation

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4034 1715 Z Sheriff's Department dispatch is being 

overwhelmed with 911 calls Phone

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

2, 13

(County) Sheriff's Department 911 calls are flooding the system with people in a 

panic after what they have seen in (City) and what they have seen on the news in 

(City)

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5123 1727 Z Airport reports a security breach in 

Terminal. Phone (Airport) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 5

The (Airport) EOC alerts the (City) EOC about a security breach in Terminal (#). 

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported a subject carrying a 

backpack was pulled for a random screening, but before TSA could conduct the 

screening the subject grabbed the backpack and entered

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

5123-01 1728 Z Airport checkpoints closed Expected Player 

Action

(State) 

Transportation 

Security 

Administration (TSA)

VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC 1

Reacting to the possible breach, the Bravo and Alpha checkpoints are closed until 

a full sweep of the north concourses and possible reverse screening protocols are 

implemented

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

4035 1730 Z Multi-vehicle accident Phone (County) Sheriff’s 

Department VCC

(State/County) 

Sheriff’s 

Department

13 (County) multi-vehicle accident on (Highway) scene is clearing Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5062 1730 Z Additional police officers are placed on 

duty at the Airport

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 "Additional police officer are placed on duty at the (City airport)"

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5650 1730 Z Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO) notifies 

senior staff of events SIMCELL (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 2, 13 TLO notifies senior staff of events that occurred at (Location) with information provided by State Counter Terrorism Information Watch Center.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5126-01 1736 Z Airport check-in lines backed up - Irate 

passengers 

Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5

Passenger picks up blue information phone that rings directly to (Airport) 

communication center complaining about missing their flight due to long 

checkpoint lines. Irate that there is no airline or TSA presence to provide 

information. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5200 1745 Z Fire Department EOC operational Expected Player 

Action

(State) 911 Call 

Center VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4

Emergency manager will monitor and advise senior staff 

of events in (Location) and (Location). Upon the event 

that will occur in (State), senior staff will activate 

(City/County) FD EOC.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6110 1745 Z American Red Cross Chapter activates 

EOC. 

Expected Player 

Action (State) Red Cross VCC (State) Red Cross 5 American Red Cross - (City) Chapter activates EOC to monitor events. Common: 1. Planning

5124 1747 Z Airport Police requesting EOD support 

in terminal Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 5, 13

Officers have located the backpack carried by the subject that walked away from the 

TSA check point. Police believe it may contain an IED. Police and Customers and 

Border Protection (CBP) have secured the area until EOD support can arrive. 

Police have also requested TLO and FBI/JTTF support.

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

5650-01 1750 Z Fire Department Emergency Manager 

will monitor events from EOC. SIMCELL (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 5

The (City/County) Fire Department Emergency 

Manager, or appointee, will go to the EOC and turn on 

the equipment and monitor events that have already 

occurred

Common: 2. 

Communications

5126 1755 Z Airport EOC reports police have located 

the owner of suspicious item. Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC 5, 13

Police have located the owner of the suspicious backpack on a flight loading for 

departure. The suspect struggled with officers and is now exhibiting signs of 

illness, vomiting, shakes, etc.

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

5127 1757 Z Airport Police requesting additional 

officers Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 13

The Airport Bureau has began calling in additional Airport Bureau personnel 

because of the possible IED situation with the backpack. They are requesting (#) 

additional police officers.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5127-01 1758 Z Planes blocking up Aircraft Hold Bays Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1,5 (Airport) tower reporting several planes stacking up due to gate unavailability. Common: 2. Communications

5000 * 1800 Z Explosion on interstate interchange Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State) 911 Call Center 2 Catastrophic explosion occurs on the (#) and (#) interstate interchange near (City, city and city)

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5023 1800 Z Police air unit observes explosion in the 

area of interchange. Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC 13

The (City/County) Police Air Unit is working a call in (City) and observes the 

explosion at the (#/#). Reports the observation to dispatch and responds to the area 

for closer observation. Observation also reported to (Airport) Air Traffic Control.

Common: 2. 

Communications

4701-04 1801 Z Jail bus operator notifies detention 

dispatch of an explosion. 

Radio - Public 

Safety (State/County) VCC (State/County) 13

At 1101 hours the deputy driving the jail bus radios to the detention dispatch and 

states that there has been a large explosion in front of them on the (Highway) and 

they are now stuck in traffic with a full load of prisoners. 

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5023-01 1802 Z Police patrol officer reports a large 

column of smoke to dispatch. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 13

(State/City) Police patrol unit (#) reports seeing a large column of smoke coming 

from the area of (City) and believes it might be related to the Air Units earlier 

broadcast.

Common: 2. 

Communications

55 1805 Z Postal station official calls manager to 

report loud explosion. Phone United States Postal 

Service VCC United States 

Postal Service 5 (City Postal Station) calls Manager, Post Office Operations to report loud 

explosion and numerous sirens.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3051 1805 Z Department of Environmental Quality 

receives notice of explosion. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Environmental Quality VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

5, 10 (State) Department of Environmental Quality responds to 

notification of explosion.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4881 4881 Veterinarian self evacuate from Animal 

Care & Control (ACC) facility. SIMCELL (State/County) 

Animal Control VCC (State/County) 

Animal Control 8

Veterinarian at the (County) ACC (Region) facility hears the blast and feels the 

concussion. Takes puppy that he is neutering and gets in his personal car and 

leaves. Heads to (County) ACC (Region) facility in (City).

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5005 1805 Z First responders set up Incident 

Command post. 

Mobile 

Computer 

Terminal 

(MCT)

(City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State) 911 Call 

Center 4, 5 (City/County) first responders set up Incident Command post Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5009 1805 Z EOC is alerted about a large explosion. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 5

Regional Dispatch Center alerts the (City) EOC about a large explosion in the 

area of the (Highway #/Highway #) in (City). Also states (City/County) fire and 

police are responding.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5350 1805 Z Call volume at Regional Dispatch 

Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 5

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large volume of radio traffic and call volume the Center is managing response 

times are being affected.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5565 1805 Z Alarm sends notification to hospitals 

through EM System. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5, 8 (City) Alarm puts a message on the EM System notifying the hospitals that there 

has been an explosion on the (Highway # & Highway #).

Common: 2. 

Communications

5851 1805 Z EOC duty officer receives notification of 

explosion.

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) 5

(City) Watch Desk Duty Officer monitoring (City/County) Fire Dispatch channel 

hears dispatch of (City/County) FD to large explosion in the area of (Highway # & 

Highway #) in (City)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5921 1805 Z

Native American Reservations 

requesting information on incident from 

City EOC.

Phone

(State/Native 

American 

Community) Fire 

Department

VCC (City/County) Fire 

Department 4 (Native American Community) wants information on incident from communities that have responded to incident.

Common: 2. 

Communications

6202 1805 Z Hospital system emergency department 

contacts administration Phone (State Hospital System) VCC (State Hospital System) 5, 8 Emergency department calls administration after receiving notification through "EM" system of an explosion in (City)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5009-01 1806 Z Police Department Dispatch alerts the 

EOC about explosion. Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/City) EOC 5, 13 (City) Police Department communications supervisor calls the EOC to advise them of the explosion at (Location). Units are responding to the area.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6301 1806 Z Hospital Incident Command System 

(HICS) Activation 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8

News of the (State) detonation has been loaded to the EM System (EM Resource) 

confirming rumors of an explosion at the (Highway #/Highway #) interchange in 

(City).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4714 1807 Z Jail bus driver requesting security 

assistance

Radio - Public 

Safety (State/County) VCC (State/County) 13

Jail bus driver is requesting security assistance for them as well as the" chain 

gang" van. Also reporting mass amounts of individuals walking around the 

freeway; he is concerned with inmate security.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

6302 1808 Z Hospital Corporate EOC activation 

requested Phone (State) Health care institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8

Corporate Emergency Preparedness Program Director on-call receives a phone 

call from CAS reporting that (Health care institution location) Emergency 

Management Coordinator has called about a major explosion at the (Highway #) 

and (Highway #) interchange in (City). 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

250 1810 Z Explosion seen on VNN. Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

6, 8 (VAMC) staff notifies supervisors of an explosion seen on VNN at the (Highway 

#/Highway #) interchange

Common: 2. 

Communications

261 1810 Z Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital 

staff see explosion on VNN. Phone

(State/Region) VA 

Health Care System 

(VAHCS)

VCC

(State/Region) VA 

Health Care 

System (VAHCS)

6, 8 (State region) VAHCS staff notifies supervisors of an explosion seen on VNN at 

the (Highway #/Highway #) interchange in (City)

Common: 2. 

Communications

270 1810 Z Veterans Administration (VA) Network 

staff sees explosion on VNN. Phone

(State) VA Veterans 

Integrated Service 

Network

VCC

(State) VA 

Veterans 

Integrated Service 

Network

6 Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) (Location) staff notifies supervisors of 

an explosion seen on VNN at the (Highway #/Highway #) interchange

Common: 2. 

Communications

3901 1810 Z Department of Agriculture responds to 

State 211 call about horse facility. Phone (State) Department of 

Agriculture VCC (State) Department 

of Agriculture 11

Department of Agriculture receives call from (State public information line) 

informing them that (Horse ranch) is located (#) MILES NORTH of the incident 

site. They are concerned about their customer horses. They need to know what to 

do about protecting their horses.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

3901-01 1810 Z Department of Health Services (DHS) 

calls up response staff. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Health Services VCC (State) Department of Health Services 5, 8

(State) DHS sends call up notification to staff to report to 

duty assignments (Health EOC, State EOC, or Joint 

Information Center) within 30 minutes

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3901-02 1810 Z Public Health Incident Management 

(PHIMS) Chart for response 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Health Services VCC (State) Department 

of Health Services 5, 8 (State) DHS Incident Commander creates Public Health 

Incident Management (PHIMS) Chart for response

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4875 1810 Z Animal Care and Control Facility 

damaged by blast Phone (State/County) VCC (State/County) 8

Blast and debris damage Animal Care and Control Facility, kills 2 Animal Control 

Officers, 1 Kennel staff and 1 Kennel Lead. Several animal are injured and killed. 

There is heavy damage to the northeast portion of the building/kennels. 

Respond: 7 Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5015 1810 Z Department of Public Safety (DPS) 

dispatches additional units. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Public Safety VCC

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center

13 DPS dispatches additional units based upon Mobile Communications Terminal 

(MCT), loss of officer communication

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5221 1810 Z MCTs in fire apparatus and ambulances 

are not working. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2

Reports by crews on calls that their MCT’s are not working or respond very slowly. 

Some crews are requesting routing information from Fire Alarm Headquarters 

(FAHQ) on the tactical channel. Also that their map books are not up to date or are 

missing pages.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5350-02 1810 Z Call volume at Regional Dispatch 

Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center receiving, calls are being dropped/held in queue/ or 

reports of callers having to call several times before getting through.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5500 1810 Z Police dispatch report. SIMCELL (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

4, 8

Car (#) on scene, Car (#) on scene, Car (#) on scene, car (#) on scene, Car (#) 

arriving with Car (#) from the (Direction). (#) Command to Car (#), take medical, 

Car(#) take Transportation, Car (#) assist me, Car (#) take Hazard.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5920 1810 Z Native American Reservation EOC 

activated. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/Native 

American 

Community) Fire 

Department

VCC (State/County) 

EOC 5 (Native American Community) EOC activated Common: 2. Communications

5017 1812 Z Bus involved in accident Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State) 911 Call Center 2 There was a bus involved in an accident near the explosion on the (Highway# / Highway#) intersection

6303 1812 Z Hospital Corporate EOC activation 

complete 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5

The Corporate EOC team has been activated: CAS has 

sent the group pages out and phoned team members 

with cell/smart phones and Blackberries.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5192 1813 Z Entrance to airport closing Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 13

Police Lieutenant (Name) is closing the (direction) entrance to (Airport) because 

of the (Highway#/Highway#) explosion. He is requesting additional patrol units to 

implement the closure. He is requesting 8 additional officers for the hard closure 

locations.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

5192-01 1813 Z Terminal curbs gridlocked Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 5

Terminal curbs, especially at Terminal (#) are loaded with vehicles. People are 

refusing to move until their parties have arrived, however, checkpoints are closed 

and not allowing arrivals out of the concourse. Inner and outer boulevard gridlock is 

result.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5129 1814 Z Airport diverts all city originating flights Expected Player 

Action (State) FAA VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5

Due to concern for limited resources should a subject, device or contamination be 

suspected, (Airport) has requested diversion of (City) originating flights unless an 

emergency is declared.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3000-18 1815 Z Radiation Regulatory Agency (RRA) is 

contacted. Phone

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 5, 7,10

(State) RRA Staffing is alerted to Radiological 

Dispersal Device (RDD) incident in (State). Wind 

direction is from (#) degrees (#) miles/hr height (#) 

meters.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

3061 1815 Z Governor's security detail is alerted to 

explosion. Message

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center 

VCC (State/City) 5 The State Counter Terrorism Information Watch Center alerts the (City) 

Emergency Manager of the (Event).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3301 1815 Z Emergency traffic page to Department of 

Public Safety (DPS) command E-mail (State) Department of Public Safety VCC (State) Department of Public Safety 1, 5 Emergency traffic page to DPS command. Common: 2. Communications

5063 1815 Z Airport EOC activated Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/City) 5

Following the (City) explosion, the (City) International 

Airport EOC is staffed and operational. Security is 

declared at level 3 for the airport.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5128 1815 Z Additional police officers requested for 

airport Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5

The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) has raised the threat level at the airport 

to RED which mandates manpower levels by (City/County) Police. The Airport 

Bureau is requesting and additional (#) officers until 1830 hours. At 1830 hours 

they will need an additional (#) officers.

5192-02 1815 Z Terminal parking garages and overflow 

lots approaching full status 

Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 1, 5 Parking assets are taxed. Terminal (#), Terminal (#) rooftop, and west economy are full. Others approaching capacity.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5219 1815 Z Teachers and students left at Fire 

Station Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 4

(Fire Station #) reports that about (#) first and second grade students and 

teachers, were visiting the station when the (Highway# / Highway#) incident 

occurred. Teachers report that the school is “locked down” and that the students 

will need to stay at the fire station.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5342 1815 Z Interstate congestion causing fire 

department response to be delayed. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC

(City/County) 

Department of 

Public Safety

4

(City/County) Fire Department units responding to the (Highway#/Highway#) 

location are delayed by traffic. (City/County) FD units request radio patch with DPS 

units on the scene for routing information or escort.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5654 1815 Z Fire Department notifies Police 

Department of activation of the EOC. Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 The on duty Battalion Chief (BC) or Operation Chief will notify (City/County) PD alarm room that we will be activating the EOC.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5922 1815 Z Report of major traffic jam on Native 

American Reservation Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC

(State/Native 

American) Fire 

Department

4 Numerous calls into (Indian Community) dispatch advising of major traffic on all 

streets on the reservation.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5923 1815 Z Native American Reservation EOC 

request information from County EOC. Phone (State/Native 

American) VCC

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

5 (Indian Community) EOC calls (County) EOC to get official information on what is 

going on at (Highway#/Highway#).

Common: 2. 

Communications

8004 1815 Z Caller describes smoke from explosion. Phone (City/County) Private 

Sector (PS) VCC (State) 911 Call 

Center 2 Eyewitness calls to describe the smoke plume formed by the explosion. Respond: 22. Other

5652 1820 Z All appropriate players notified to report 

to the EOC. SIMCELL (City/County) Fire Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4, 5 Senior staff evaluates the information and make the decision to activate (City) EOC. Respond: 2.EOC Management

4419 1820 Z Road damage E-mail (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/County) 

EOC 2 Citizen reports extensive road damage on (Street South of Road) following a loud 

explosion

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4876 1820 Z Animal Care & Control begins 

evacuation of facility. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/County) 

Animal Control VCC (State/County) Animal Control 6

Field Division Manager orders all employees to 

evacuate from the facility. Animals may be removed from 

undamaged areas, priority given to bite quarantine 

animals.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5266 1820 Z 911 center overwhelmed with 911 calls. Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 13

The 911 center for (City/County) Police Department. is being overwhelmed by 

people calling 911 about the (Highway# / Highway#) incident. Lots of calls are 

being transferred from the east valley because their system is also overwhelmed.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5503 1820 Z EOC activated Expected Player 

Action

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5

(City) EOC activation, Representatives from police, fire, 

utilities, legal, transportation and General Services have 

been notified to report to EOC to manage services and 

support incident requests.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5673 1820 Z 911 center is overloaded with calls 

concerning this event

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) 911 Call 

Center VCC (City/County) Fire Department 4 (City) 911 call center is overwhelmed with calls after this event occurs. Common: 2. Communications

RDD Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
3902 1822 Z Department of Agriculture responds to 

Native American tribal offices. Phone (State) Department of 

Agriculture VCC (State) Department 

of Agriculture 11

(Indian Community Tribal Offices) calls in regards to a concerned back yard 

farmer who runs a truck garden, about (#) miles (Direction) of the incident site. He 

has a fall garden. Is his produce safe to sell?

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

5147 1825 Z Airport police requesting assistance 

with interoperability communications Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 2, 13 The (City/County) Police Officers at (Airport) cannot communicate with their Federal Partners via 800 MHz radio's. Asking for solutions with this problem.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5299 1825 Z ALERT 2 - Aircraft Emergency, report of 

hydraulic problems.

Expected Player 

Action (State) FAA VCC (State/Airport) EOC

1

Pilot of a business jet advises (Airport) Tower of issue with hydraulics, (#) min eta, 

(#) lbs of fuel, (#) persons on board. Upon landing, hot brakes cause tire to blow 

and plan to skid. Pilot manages to maintain control and keep plane on runway.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5507 1825 Z Dispatch Center on number of incoming 

calls. Phone (State/City) VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

2 The (City) Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) is overwhelmed with incoming 

calls. Call takers and Dispatchers have (# of) calls waiting to be answered.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5924 1825 Z Community members requesting 

information Phone (State) Concerned Citizen VCC

(State/Native 

American) Fire 

Department

2 Numerous calls into dispatch center from Community members asking for 

information on the event and wanting to know what they should do.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5655 1830 Z Cert and HAM members assigned 

duties Face to Face (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (City/County) Fire 

Department

4 As Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) members arrive, they will be 

assigned support functions and positions as HAM radio operators.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

3701 1830 Z Department of Juvenile Corrections 

responds to notification of explosion. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (State) Department of Juvenile Corrections responds to notification of the explosion.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4420 1830 Z

Regional Emergency Action 

Coordination Team (REACT) request 

accident support 

Phone (State/City) VCC (State/County) 

EOC 5, 13 (REACT) request for accident support (City) - (Road at Road) Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4712 1830 Z Sheriff's Office 911 system is inundated 

with calls. 

Radio - Public 

Safety (State/County) VCC (State/County) EOC 2, 13 (County) Sheriffs Office 911 system is inundated with calls - The 911 callers are 

reaching the automated answering system as well as a busy signal.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5008-01 1830 Z EOC is fully activated Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/City)

5 The (City) EOC manager opens the city EOC fully. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5022 1830 Z Emergency Operations Center activated Phone (State/City) VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5 (City) Emergency Operations Center activated Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5030 1830 Z State Incident Commander provides 

Situation Report (SITREP). Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/County) 

EOC 4, 5

(City/County) Incident Commander provides initial SITREP to EOC. SITREP 

includes Casualties, Damaged Structures, Damaged Utilities, Fires, Needs 

Assessment. Request submitted for assistance from mutual aid responding units.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5055 1830 Z EOC activation Expected Player 

Action (State/Town) VCC (State/Town)

5 (City/County) activates it's EOC based upon notification 

of (City) incident

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5266-01 1830 Z Police priority calls going unanswered Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 5, 

13

Police communication is holding priority 1 and 2 calls well past established 

standards and has no officers available to respond.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5300 1830 Z Airport initiates a partial closure of its 

direction runway Phone (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/City) EOC 1, 5 Respond: 2.EOC Management

5659 1830 Z Highway shutdown due to explosion on 

interstate VNN Report (State/County) DOT VCC (City/County) Fire Department 1, 4

The Department Of Transportation will notify the (City) of the Freeway closures 

from the explosion and the traffic backups that now are affecting our city. The 

(Highway #) and the (Highway).

Common: 1. Planning

6049 1830 Z

School district notifies Children's 

Hospital Emergency (ED) about injured 

children. 

Phone (State/City) 

Children's Hospital VCC

(State/City) 

Children's 

Hospital

8

(School) contacts (City) Children's Hospital ED via telephone that bus of (#) of 

students has been involved in an explosion near (Highway#/Highway#). ETA (#) 

minutes.

Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

6150 1830 Z

Local Chapter of American Red Cross 

(ARC) implements Homeland Security 

Advisory recommendations.

Expected Player 

Action (State) Red Cross VCC (State) Red Cross

6

American Red Cross - (City) Chapter CEO/Senior 

Management initiate Homeland Security Advisory 

System Recommendations as appropriate.

Common: 3. Risk 

Management

6304 1830 Z Additional staff required E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8 House Supervisors at (Health care institution location, location & location) phone the Corporate EOC to request additional staff, initially for triage efforts.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

8006 1830 Z Elementary school principal requests 

guidance on movement of students. Fax (US/PS) Private 

Sector VCC (US/PS) Private Sector

8 (Elementary School, City, State) requests recommendation regarding movement or 

shelter in place for students. Frantic parents are calling and arriving at the school. Respond: 22. Other

4100 1832 Z Office of the Medical Examiner (OME) 

investigator is requested at scene. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) 911 Call 

Center VCC (State/County) EOC

8 (County) Coroner is requested by the incident commander and dispatched by 911 

call center

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5008-02 1832 Z EOC manager alerts County EOC of full 

activation. 

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) EOC VCC (State/County) EOC

5 (City) EOC manager alerts the (County) EOC of the 

city's activation of it's EOC

Common: 2. 

Communications

5110 1832 Z Airport dispatch reports a bomb threat. Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC 1, 13

(Airport) EOC is working a non specific bomb threat to terminal (#). The Aviation 

Communications Center received a call about several explosive devices in terminal 

(#). Police Department., TLO's, and explosive detection teams working the threat.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5280 1833 Z Police requesting Fire Department 

response at airport Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/Airport) EOC 4, 13

Several cars with victims of the (Highway/Highway) incident begin to pull up to the 

east entrance of the airport where Police Department. has blocked off. Police 

Department is requesting fire to help treat and Deacon the victims.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3000-19 1835 Z Radiation Regulatory Agency notified of 

presence of radiation Phone (City/County) Incident 

Command - Fire VCC

(City/County) 

Incident Command 

Fire

4, 10 (City/County) Fire dispatch notifies that radiation has been detected. Implements 

initial evacuation based on ER.

(State Radiation Regulatory Agency) staffing is alerted 

to Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) incident at 

(Location) and (Location) and (Location). Wind direction 

is from (degrees # miles/hr height # meters).

Common: 1. Planning

3000-25 1835 Z Radiation Reading is (#-# mR/hr) Phone (City/County) Incident 

Command - Fire VCC

(State/State) 

Radiation 

Regulatory Agency

10 Radiation readings at (Road) and (Road) are (#-# mR/hr) Common: 1. Planning

5064 1835 Z Airport responds to airport plane 

diversions 

Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/City) 1, 2

The first diversions arrive at (Airport). Until the status of 

airspace and surrounding airports are determined, 

passengers will be left on aircraft parked on the field. 

(Airport) can park approximately (##) narrow body 

diverted aircraft. 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5100 1835 Z Airport EOC fully Activated Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/City) EOC

5 (City Airport) EOC fully activates. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5101 1835 Z Local Media calling about incident Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC

5 The local media is calling for information about the (City) incident and request 

information about casualties and preventive measures the city is taking.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

5400* 1835 Z HazMat Unit detects radiation at incident 

site. SIMCELL (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC

(Municipality)/Incid

ent Command - 

Fire

4

(City/County) Fire Hazmat (#) to (#) Command: "We have received an elevated 

radiation level on our meter as we are arriving to your site. We are at (Street) and 

(Street). Do you know if radiation is part of this scene yet?"

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations/Support

6212 1835 Z

(State Hospital) Public Information 

Officer (PIO) at JIC notifies both (State 

Hospital) Hospital Command Centers 

(HCCs) that explosion is Radiological 

Dispersal Device (RDD). 

Phone (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital System)

8 (State Hospital) PIO at JIC notifies both (State Hospital) HCCs that explosion is 

Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD).

Common: 2. 

Communications

7305 1835 Z Patient care supply inventories depleted E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution

8

(Health care institution location) is running low on patient care supplies so the 

Logistics Chief calls the Corporate EOC to request that (#) patient pods be 

delivered ASAP. They want to know how long it will take to deliver the pods.

Respond:18.Medical 

Supplies Management 

and Distribution

3303 1837 Z Highway Patrol notifies presence of 

radiation at incident scene. E-mail (State) Department of Public Safety VCC

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Center

4, 13

(State) DPS Highway Patrol Call Sign (#) notifies that (City) Fire is reporting 

presence of radiation at the scene. Requests HazMat be notified. Currently (#) HP 

units in the area of the scene. (Unit #) directs (#) units to assist (City) Fire in 

securing the scene.

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

3000-02 1840 Z Continued contact with Incident 

Command Phone (City/County) Incident Command - Fire VCC (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency 4, 10

At the (Highway #) (Heading) at the edge of the outer 

blast ring we are detecting (# to # mR/hr) and on 

(Street) at the edge of the outer blast ring we are 

detecting (# # mR/hr)

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3304 1840 Z Fire (TLO) provides scene assessment Phone (State) Watch 

Center VCC (State)

/ Watch 

Center 13

(City/County) Fire TLO contacts Watch Center. Provides on scene spot report. 

Integrates into IC. (City/County) TLO states that (City/County) Fire believes that a 

vehicle exploded at the (Location).

Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

5350-01 1840 Z Call Volume at Regional Dispatch 

Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 5

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center is experiencing, the Pager Notification System is 

affected. Notifications are being sent but pagers are not receiving the information.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5504 1840 Z Notify hospitals of Radiological 

Dispersal Device (RDD) Incident E-mail

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

VCC (State) Health care 

institution

8 Hospitals will receive walk-ins that may be contaminated.

After the Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) event, 

there will most likely be concerns about radiation in the 

vicinity.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5925 1840 Z Native American School Dist requesting 

information about students Phone

(State/Native 

American community) 

Fire Department

VCC

(State/Indian 

community) Fire 

Department

4 Director of school district wants to know whether to send children home or shelter 

in place

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

6050 1840 Z School bus arrives at Children's 

Hospital. Face to Face (State) Concerned Citizen VCC (State/City)

8 School bus arrives at (City) Children's Hospital Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

6204 1840 Z County notifies State Hospital EOC. Phone (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital System)

8 (County) calls Hospitals EOC - (#) possible contaminated patients en route Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

8005 1840 Z Request for Assistance with Initial 

Public Statement Face to Face (US/DHS) Private Sector Office VCC (US/DHS) Private Sector Office

2, 5, 

15

(State) Department of Emergency Management requests (State) DHS provide 

initial assistance with development and draft for Public Information release 

statement and information about decontamination procedures

Respond: 22. Other

3020 1842 Z Governor notified of FBI assessment of 

terrorist act. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Homeland 

Security Advisor VCC (State) Office of 

the Governor 5, 15

(State) Homeland Security Advisor informs Governor of 

initial assessment of potential terrorist act based upon 

notification from FBI Special Agent in Charge (SAC)

Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

5009-02 1842 Z EOC is notified of radiation at incident 

site. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 4, 5

The regional dispatch center alerts the (City) EOC that (City/County) Fire is 

reporting they have detected radiation levels at the incident and that the radiation 

source is unknown.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

6306 1843 Z Notification of Radiological Dispersal 

Device (RDD) E-mail (State) Health care institution VCC (State) Health care institution 4, 8

(Health care institution site) and (Health care institution site) Incident 

Commanders have been informed by their pre-hospital staff that EMS crews are 

reporting that the bomb was dirty and that the detonation site is contaminated. They 

don't know yet what radiological isotope is involved.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

5656 1845 Z

On duty Battalion Chief (BC) will notify 

the EOC of his location, situation, needs, 

and concerns. 

Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/City) 4, 5

From the scene, the BC will notify the EOC of the operations happening on scene 

and our department involvement. Also provide command post location and who is in 

command.

Common: 2. 

Communications

56 1845 Z Postal station needs assistance. Phone United States Postal 

Service VCC United States 

Postal Service 5, 13

(State) Division of Emergency Management (DEM) 

contacts (State) National Guard with request for 

immediate activation a deployment of (chapter) Weapons 

of Mass Destruction-Civil Support Team (WMD-CST).

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3030-01 1845 Z Submits request to National Guard Civil 

Support Team (CST) Phone

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

5, 10

(State) Division of Emergency Management (DEM) 

contacts (State) National Guard with request for 

immediate activation a deployment of (chapter) WMDCST.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3305 1845 Z Highway Patrol lieutenant onscene E-mail (State) Department of 

Public Safety VCC

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center 

5, 13

(State) DPS Highway Patrol (Call Sign#) arrives on scene and assumes DPS 

command. Integrates into Incident Command. (#) requests additional units from 

(Location). Request that call out the swing shift. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3307 1845 Z HazMat supervisor provides spot report 

to Watch Center. Phone (State) Department of 

Public Safety VCC

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center 

5, 13

DPS CI (Call Sign) contacts (State) Watch Center Commander. Provides spot 

report; requests EOD response; provides PPE recommendation. Advises that he 

has integrated into All Hazards Branch. Establishes on scene link with Watch 

Center. Provides initial scene assessment.

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

3703 1845 Z Department of Juvenile Corrections 

establishes central EOC.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department 

of Corrections 5, 13

Following notification of the explosion, (State) 

Department of Juvenile Corrections establishes its 

central EOC.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3903 1845 Z Department of Agriculture responds to 

State 211 call. Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 11 A consumer in (City) is worried that the milk she bought early this morning is 

contaminated. It is milk from (Grocery store).

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

5015-01 1845 Z EOC is requesting additional Terrorism 

Liaison Officers (TLO's) Phone (State/City) EOC VCC

(State) Counter 

Terrorism 

Information Watch 

Center 

5 (City) EOC is requesting additional TLO's for the (City) Incident and Sky Harbor 

Airport.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5469-02 1845 Z Airport fire receives inquiries. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC4

Word of the Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) hits the news media, the 

(Airport) Com. Center begins to get calls from passengers of several flights that 

flew from the scene (Highway# / Highway#) as they arrived concerned about 

possible contamination

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

5852 1845 Z EOC duty officer monitoring incident 

learns of radiation presence at scene 

Expected Player 

Action

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City)4

Watch Desk Officer monitoring (City/County) Fire 

Dispatch hears report that radiation has been detected at 

the incident and also notes report on MCT.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5926 1845 Z Casinos report possible contaminated 

people. Phone

(State/Native 

American community) 

Fire Department

VCC

(State/Native 

American) Fire 

Department

4 (State casino) reports that they have possible contaminated people entering 

Casino. Want to know what to do.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6307 1845 Z Deacon Teams required E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care 

institution 4, 8

The Safety Officer at (Healthcare institution) calls the EOC to ask for deacon 

teams to be dispatched to (Location) and (Location). The Safety Officer from 

(Healthcare institution location) phones at the same time to make the same 

request

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

5009-03 1847 Z

Municipality police units at the incident 

scene unable to communicate with 

Incident Command 

Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 13 (City/County) Police Units arriving at the incident in (City) do not have interoperability communications with Incident Command

Common: 2. 

Communications

5100-01 1848 Z Staff and public inquire about exposure 

overload of airport communications. Phone (State) 911 Call Center VCC (State/Airport) EOC

2

Airport, Airline, Concession, Ground Transportation currently on site as well as 

those on way in to work and citizens are overwhelming the (Phone number) 

emergency trunk lines with inquiries. Similar calls also being transferred from 911.

Common: 2. 

Communications

57 1850 Z Postal facility employees react. Phone United States Postal 

Service VCC United States 

Postal Service 8, 15 (City Postal Facility) employees can see the plume in the distance. Several 

employees are asking to go home. Other employees are simply leaving the facility. Common: 1. Planning

3010* 1850 Z Homeland Security advisor notifies 

National Operations Center (NOC). Phone (State) Homeland Security Advisor VCC

(US/DHS) 

National 

Operations Center 

(DHS NOC)

5

(State) Homeland Security Advisor provides initial 

notification of a Radiological Incident to the DHS 

National Operations Center.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3306 1850 Z Highway Patrol officers reported. as 

being contaminated Phone (State) Department of 

Public Safety VCC (State) Department 

of Public Safety 13

(State) DPS HP (Call Sign #) advised that (#) Highway Patrol units on scene have 

been declared contaminated; Incident Commander directs officers to be 

decontaminated. (#) states replacements needed to participate in vehicle clearing 

and perimeter work.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4105 1850 Z County Coroner arrives on scene Radio - Public 

Safety (State/County) VCC (State/County)

8

(County) Coroner investigator arrives on scene and establishes communication 

with incident command. After assessment of the situation decision is made to call 

for further support of (County) Coroner investigators.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5021 1850 Z EOC requests additional security. Phone (State) Incident 

Commander VCC (State/City) EOC 4, 5 The (City) Incident Commander is requesting additional security to assist with scene evacuations and containment within and around the warm zone.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5512 1850 Z Assistance is required for traffic control 

in and around explosion area. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5

Reports are coming into the EOC about traffic conditions around the incident site. 

The EOC is requested to identify traffic control issues and whether there is a plan 

in place.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

5928 1850 Z

Native American Reservation EOC 

request support for radiological 

monitoring equipment 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/Native 

American 

Community) Fire 

Department

VCC

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

4, 5

(Native American Community) EOC request 

radiological monitoring equipment to monitor area and 

key facilities

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

6205 1850 Z Hospital employees contact managers 

for info on incident. Phone (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital 

System)

8 Several employees contact Managers for info on incident due to family members 

living in event area

Common: 2. 

Communications

3000-03 1855 Z Provide assistance to Incident 

Commander for decontamination. Phone (City/County) Incident 

Command - Fire VCC

(City/County) 

Incident Command 

Fire

8

(#) initial responders were contaminated after the blast and were sent for deacon. 

We are detecting (#-#) cpm on the first responders. We estimate around (#-#) 

contaminated people. Do you have any resources to help us decontaminate?

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

4421 1855 Z

Regional Emergency Action 

Coordination Team (REACT) request 

for accident support 

E-mail

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

VCC (State/County)5 (REACT) request for accident support (City street & street). Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5021-01 1855 Z EOC is requesting (EOD) support Phone (State/City) EOC VCC (State/City) EOC 13

The (City/County) I/C is requesting additional EOD resources to assist with an 

area check of possible 2nd devices. This request may be from the Police 

Department.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5130-01 1855 Z Flights originating in city are denied at 

several large airports. 

Expected Player 

Action (State) FAA VCC (State/Airport) EOC

1 Planes normally scheduled for departure will begin cancelling those legs that were 

destined for cities refusing them.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5272 1855 Z

Municipality police officers experience 

“systems busy” alerts when they clear on 

their radios. 

Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 13

The radio system the (City/County) Police Department uses is being overwhelmed 

by its users which causes a “bonking” when the user attempts to clear. This is 

caused by too many users trying to clear at the same time. It is also caused by 

patching two systems.

Common: 2. 

Communications

6308-01 1855 Z Hospital campus security requesting 

additional personnel E-mail (State) Health Care Institution VCC (State) Health care institution 8, 13

Security Directors at multiple (Health care institution) facilities phone the EOC 

requesting additional security personnel to cope with the crowds of angry patients, 

families, and worried well surging on the campus, including the Emergency 

Department. 

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

58 1900 Z Employee expresses concerns about 

health and safety. Phone United States Postal Service VCC United States Postal Service

8

Station calls American Postal Workers Union (APWU) asking questions about 

potential health effects. Employee is seeking guidance on health issues due to 

radiation exposure.

Common: 3. Risk 

Management

251 1900 Z VA Hospital employees leaving facility Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center 

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center 

8 (State) Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center staff reports that some employees are 

leaving and others are questioning when they can leave

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3000-05 1900 Z Provide assistance to Public Information 

Officer (PIO) Face to Face (State) Emergency 

Operation Center VCC (VNN Audience)

5

(State) Division of Emergency Management provides 

assistance to PIO in developing the Protective Action 

Guidance messages that may be broadcast on VNN.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

3600-04 1900 Z State university cancels classes. Phone (State University) VCC (State University) 15

The president of (State University) cancels classes until further notice. Notification 

of the closure is sent to the media, as well as communicated through standard 

internal channels.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

4000* 1900 Z Emergency Operation Center activation Expected Player 

Action (State/County) EOC VCC (State/County)

5 (County) EOC is fully staffed and operational Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4036 1900 Z Increased traffic on Highway Phone

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

2 Traffic has significantly increased on (Highway) in both directions Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4044 1900 Z Questions and Request Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5

Multiple concerned citizens and media are asking why the "Radiation Pill" is not 

being distributed to the general public. They are stating that they know that there is 

a local stockpile and asking why we are not using it.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

4702 1900 Z Municipality fire department advises 

dispatch. Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/County) 4, 13

(City/County) Fire Department advises (County) Sheriff’s office dispatch that there 

are prisoners and staff down in the blast area and the "Chain Gang Bus" has been 

destroyed. There are (# dead # detention officers dead and # prisoners).

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5040 1900 Z State Incident Commander provides 

Situation Report (SITREP). Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/County) 13

(City/County) Incident Commander provides initial SITREP to EOC. SITREP 

includes Casualties, Damaged Structures, Damaged Utilities, Fires, Needs 

Assessment. Request submitted for assistance from mutual aid responding units.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5078 1900 Z Municipality 911 overrun with calls for 

information from public Phone (State/Town) VCC (State/Town)

5 (City/County) PD 911 Center is being over run with calls from public. Is it safe in 

(Town)? Should I stay or Go? what should I do? Are the schools staying open?

Common: 2. 

Communications

5109 1900 Z Planes begin offloading on ramp. Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC

1

Aircraft grounded need to deplane even if gates not available. Hard stand 

operations have been requested to remotely offload passengers and bus to 

alternate location.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5339 1900 Z Pregnant female on bus thinks she's 

contaminated. Radio - Amateur

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 5, 8

City bus at (Street and Street) with about (#) passengers and a driver. The driver 

reports over hearing one of the passengers talking to another. Passenger said 

that she witnessed the explosion on her way to catch the bus.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5350-04 1900 Z Call volume at Municipality Regional 

Dispatch Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC2

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center is receiving, calls are being dropped/held in queue/ 

or reports of callers having to call several times before getting through.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5473 1900 Z Fire chief requests face-to-face 

intelligence brief. Phone

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

VCC (State) Watch 

Center 4, 5 (City/County) Fire Chief requests Face to Face Intel briefing from FBI/JTTF/(State) Watch Center.

Prevent: 3. Intel/Info 

Sharing

6170 1900 Z American Red Cross Chapter activates 

EOC. 

Expected Player 

Action (State) Red Cross VCC (State) Red Cross 5, 6 Chapter Deputy Director for Response activates chapter 

EOC and assigns/calls in leadership staff for EOC.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6309 1900 Z Hospital reports bed shortages. E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8

Incident Commanders from (Healthcare institution's multiple sites) call into the 

Corporate EOC to request that (State) DHS Licensing be contacted to see if adult 

beds can be used for pediatric/ male beds for females; alternate care site beds

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6310 1900 Z Hospital requesting guidance for shelter 

in place E-mail (State) Health care institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8 (Healthcare institution) Incident Commander calls Corporate EOC for guidance on whether to shelter or place or not.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

3710 1901 Z State Department of Corrections 

activates EOC Face to Face (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 5, 13 (State) Department of Corrections activates EOC. Respond: 2.EOC Management

3711 1902 Z State Department of Corrections directs 

activation of Incident Command Post. E-mail (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13

(State) Department of Corrections EOC directs (State 

Prison Complex-5 cities) to activate Incident Command 

Post.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

6104 1902 Z Salvation Army group responds to call to 

activate divisional command post. Phone (State) The Salvation Army VCC (State) The Salvation Army 5, 6

The EDS coordinator calls the Divisional Secretary for 

Business to inform them that the incident at the 

(Highway# / Highway#) requires the activation of the 

divisional command post.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4110 1903 Z Notification that bodies may be 

contaminated

Radio - Public 

Safety (County) Coroner VCC (State/County)

8 On-scene medical examiner notifies (County) Coroner that bodies at the scene are 

contaminated

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3721 1904 Z

State Department of Corrections Special 

Services Unit (SSU) finds Prison Gang 

inmate letter 

Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU) reports Specialized Service Unit (SSU) officer finds, intercepts letter from (Prison Gang), reports to complex IC.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

4040 1905 Z Fire dispatchers are overwhelmed Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department 2, 4 Dispatchers are overwhelmed with 911 calls Respond: 2.EOC Management

5066 1905 Z Airport passenger on grounded plane 

has a heart attack Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City)

8 A 55 year old male aboard the grounded Boeing 757 has a heart attack and goes 

into cardiac arrest

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5110-02 1905 Z Medical assistance needed at Airport Phone (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC

8

2nd hand information of a medical incident on (Terminal #, Gate #). Passenger 

complaining of dizziness and general malaise. Due to phone lines being tasked, 

delay in call getting received and dispatched. Vague report results in basic life 

support response. 

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5929 1905 Z Native American workers want to know if 

they should go home for the day. Phone

(State/Native 

American community) 

Fire Department

VCC

(State/Native 

American) Fire 

Department

5 (Indian Community President) calls EOC and advises that employees are asking if 

they should all go home

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

3722 1906 Z Corrections officer calls off from work. Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Corrections Officer II and wife call in from road to airport, won't be coming in to work today.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3723 1908 Z Department of Corrections religious 

volunteer talks about end of the world. Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 A prison religious volunteer talks to an inmate about the end of the world; should his cell front visits be suspended?

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5518 1908 Z Benefit Golf tournament disrupted by 

explosion on highway. Phone (State/City) Tactical Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5, 6

Call from Pro shop at (Golf Course). Loud explosion on the (Highway).

Tournament being conducted for the disabled, (#) special needs individuals 

participating

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

5519 1909 Z Animal Control Facility in close proximity 

to explosion

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Tactical 

Operations Center

6 (Animal Control Facility) is in close proximity to blast site. (City) Alarm is not able 

to make contact with (Responsible party).

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

3724 1910 Z

Department of Corrections outgoing 

land-line phones down, cell phones 

erratic 

Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 2, 13 The (Location complex) land-line is down. Outgoing calls cannot be made, not sure about incoming. Most cell phones are erratic.

Common: 2. 

Communications

4422 1910 Z REACT request for accident support Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/County) EOC

5 (REACT) request for accident support County (Road/Road) Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

6312 1910 Z Public emergency awareness 

information for hospitals 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Health care 

institution VCC

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

5, 8

Corporate EOC has received multiple calls from local Incident Commanders 

stating that their emergency departments are being flooded by people wanting the 

"radiation pill". Their pharmacists are requesting guidance from county Public 

Health.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3725 1912 Z Department of Corrections complex 

receives intake. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) private correctional officers, (#) inmates arrive at (Location from location), van on (Highway and direction) near blast radius at time of incident.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4877 1912 Z Animal Care and Control (ACC) notified 

that facility is contaminated. Phone (State/County) EOC VCC (State/County) Animal Control 6, 8 (County) EOC calls (Person) at (County) ACC and says (City/County) Fire called to report that the (Facility) is contaminated with radiation from the blast.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

3726 1914 Z

Department of Corrections inmates 

grouping on complex minimum security 

custody yard 

Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) inmates grouping outside (Complex unit) "chow hall". Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

59 1915 Z Abandoned USPS Truck at detonation 

site Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC United States Postal Service 4, 5 A USPS Transportation truck is stranded with other vehicles near the emergency site. The driver cannot be found.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3000-06 1915 Z Coordinate with Incident Command (IC) 

to provide field monitoring assistance. Phone (City/County) Incident Command - Fire VCC (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency 4, 10

We have identified the radioisotope as (Isotope). The 

highest reading at the center of the blast is (### mR/hr). 

Heading (Direction) on the (Highway) at the onset of 

eardrum rupture boundary we recorded a reading of (## 

mR/hr and ### ft)

Common: 2. 

Communications

3704 1915 Z Department of Juvenile Corrections 

potential evacuation of Facility 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Administration 13 (State) Department of Juvenile Corrections responds to the need for a potential evacuation of the (Facility).

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

3731 1915 Z Prison Complex briefs Progress Report 

(BPR) Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department 

of Corrections 13 BPR on (State Prison Complex) Security Swing shift & PM Staffing Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

3727 1916 Z

Department of Corrections inmates 

grouping on Complex minimum security 

custody yard 

Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) inmates grouping on (Complex Unit) recreation field Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

3911 1916 Z

Department of Agriculture responds to 

milk tanker driver at the State port of 

entry. 

Fax (State) Department of 

Agriculture VCC (State) Department of Agriculture 11

A full tanker of milk has been stopped at the (State) Department of Agriculture 

border station in (City). The inspectors have instructed the driver to "sit tight". They 

are trying to figure what to do with the milk. They are afraid it is contaminated.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

5205 1916 Z "Code" at Fire Station Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

4

(“Code”) at (City/County) Fire Station (#) telling the crew that he was a "Civil 

Defense Warden" and wants to help. States he knows all the fire stations have “CD 

Geiger counters and dosimeters”. 

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

3040* 1918 Z Governor requests Presidential 

Declaration of Major Disaster. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Office of the 

Governor VCC

(US/DHS) 

Department of 

Homeland Security

15

Governor of (State) requests Presidential Declaration of 

Major Disaster, in accordance with the authority of the 

Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency 

Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121-5206 (the "Stafford 

Act") as amended

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3728 1918 Z Department of Corrections inmate sitdown on Complex minimum custody yard 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) female inmates conducting work stoppage outside (Complex Unit) yard office. Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

200 1920 Z

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

notifies Customs and Border Protection 

(CBP) that relocation site is unavailable. 

Phone (State) FAA VCC

(US/DHS) 

Customs and 

Border Protection

1 Notification by FAA (Or other appropriate agency) that intended Emergency 

Response Services is not available for passenger/ cargo processing. Respond: 22. Other

3725-01 1920 Z Department of Corrections complex 

receives transportation intake. Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Prisoner transport near blast radius at time of incident, including (# National inmate, # pregnant female officer).

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3727-01 1921 Z Corrections officer down, one inmate 

down on minimum custody yard 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) inmates still on (Complex Unit) recreation field; one Correctional Officer has 

gone down, and one inmate is down.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management
3716-01 1922 Z Department of Corrections calls for 

ambulance for suicide attempt. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 8,13 (Doctor) orders ambulance for inmate suicide attempt. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

3710-01 1925 Z

Department of Corrections Executive 

Management requests Brief Progress 

Report (BPR).

Face to Face (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 5, 13 EOC to provide summarized BPR from affected complexes. Respond: 2.EOC Management

4010 1925 Z Local media requests a statement. Phone (State/County) VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5 Local media is requesting a statement regarding the explosion and wants to know 

what the county is doing to assist the response

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

6206 1925 Z Contaminated patients arrive. Face to Face (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital 

System)

8 Contaminated patients arrive Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

3730 1926 Z Traffic collision just outside State 

Department of Corrections entrance Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 A civilian driver reports a traffic collision on (Direction) (Street intersections). Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

3728-01 1929 Z Department of Corrections inmate sitdown on minimum custody yard Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) female inmates peacefully requesting public information on Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) incident.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

60 1930 Z A Letter carrier is missing. Phone United States Postal 

Service VCC United States Postal Service 5, 13 (City) Main Station Manager calls Emergency Manager to report one carrier is not accounted for.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3000-07 1930 Z

Ambulance drivers and hospital 

employees concerned about 

contamination 

Phone (City/County) Incident 

Command - Fire VCC (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency

8

Ambulance drivers and hospital employees are concerned with receiving 

contaminated patients. They are concerned with contaminating the ambulance and 

equipment as well as being exposed to radiation. Hospitals are requesting 

radiation detection equipment.

Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

4010-03 1930 Z Local news media contacts County Board 

of Supervisors Office. Phone (State/County) VCC (State/County) EOC

5 Local media is contacting the County PIO office requesting a statement regarding 

the explosion and wants to know what the county is doing to assist the response

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

4055 1930 Z Assess the number of special needs 

population. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC (State/County) 5, 6

Contact local governments and volunteers agencies to 

determine the number and needs of any of the population 

requiring assistants.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

5001-01 1930 Z Numerous phone calls to 911 from 

citizens requesting information Phone (State) 911 Call Center VCC (State/City)

2 Numerous phone calls from citizens requesting information to (City) 911 Common: 2. 

Communications

5050 1930 Z Incident Commander provides Situation 

Report (SITREP). Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5

(City/County) Incident Commander provides third SITREP to EOC. SITREP 

includes Casualties, Damaged Structures, Damaged Utilities, Fires, Needs 

Assessment. Request submitted for assistance from mutual aid responding units.

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

5067 1930 Z State Department of Transportation 

reports heavy traffic out of city. Phone (State) Department of 

Transportation VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

2 (City) Traffic Operations Center (TOC) has reported a large number of vehicles 

leaving (Direction onto Highway #)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5075 1930 Z School District calling for advice Phone (State/Town) VCC (State/Town) 13 (School District) calling for advice. Are we safe? Do we keep children in schools 

or evacuate?

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5150* 1930 Z City declares a major disaster. Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC (State/County)

5 (City) Mayor declares a major disaster. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5279 1930 Z Unattended Bag at Airport Expected Player 

Action (State/Airport) EOC VCC (State/Airport) EOC 13 Unattended bag report at (Terminal #) curbside Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

5853 1930 Z 911 center overwhelmed by citizen calls. Phone (State) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (State/City)

2 911 center overwhelmed by citizen calls concerning the incident Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6313 1930 Z Civil Support Team requested. E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution

8

The (Health care institution site) Incident Commander calls the EOC to report that 

several members of the ED staff and (#) EMS are complaining of feeling ill and are 

worried about potential radiation poisoning.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

6315 1930 Z Hospital IT Enterprise Operations E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution 5, 8 Critical IT Enterprise Operations staff going home without arranging for back-up staff to take their places

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3735 1931 Z Caller contacts Department of 

Corrections. Phone (State) Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Civilian heard (Nuclear Generating Station) blew up, wants to know what the prison plans to do about it.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3726-01 1932 Z Department of Corrections inmates on 

minimum custody yard disperse. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (#) inmates disperse peacefully when the thunderstorm cell results in a quick, hard 

shower.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3717-02 1934 Z Department of Corrections Brief 

Progress Report on Program Services Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 8, 13 Facility Health Administrator reports numerous Health Services call-ins for swing shift.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

4042 1935 Z News report of evacuation Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

15 News channels are reporting mass evacuation out of (City) Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

6207 1935 Z Hospitals experience external 

communication outage. Face to Face (State) Health care institution VCC (State) Health care institution 2, 8 (Healthcare institution) experience external communication outage Common: 2. Communications

3732 1936 Z Department of Corrections commanding 

officer in hospital Phone (State) Department of Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Spouse of CO calls in, reports CO caught in Radiological Dispersal Device (RDD) area of effect, at hospital ER, won't be in to work tonight.

Common: 2. 

Communications

4115 1937 Z Office of Medical Examiner requests 

radiological guidance. 

Radio - Public 

Safety (State/County) Health VCC (State/County) Health

8 (County) Coroner investigator requests technical guidance on how to handle 

contaminated bodies and personal protection equipment procedures

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3733 1939 Z Civilians arrive at State Department of 

Corrections seeking medical attention.

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 8, 13 Approximately (#-#) civilians arrive in the (City) prison lobby, asking for medical evaluations and information.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

3734 1940 Z Concerned caller contacts Department 

of Corrections. Phone (State) Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Department of Corrections 8, 13

Caller contacts (State) Department (Complex) to ask if inmates are allowed antiradiation pills. Civilian wants to know Department policy on bringing in prophylactic 

medications

Common: 2. 

Communications

5211 1940 Z Shortage in Staffing levels within Fire 

Department Operations. Phone

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

13

(City) Fire Department reports that a total of (#) firefighters (of all ranks) assigned 

to Fire Operations have had to leave their duty stations to care for immediate family 

or other reason as a direct result of (Event)

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5350-03 1940 Z Call volume at Regional Dispatch 

Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 4

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center is experiencing, the Pager Notification System is 

affected. Notifications are being sent but pagers are not receiving the information.

Common: 2. 

Communications

6208 1940 Z Media arrive at Hospital System site. Face to Face (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital System) 5, 8 Media arrives at (State Hospital System site) and (State Hospital System site) Common: 2. Communications

3727-03 1941 Z Department of Corrections minimum 

custody yard under control 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 (Unit) inmates under control, crisis team on-site. No further incidents. Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

3716-02 1942 Z Department of Corrections calls for 

airborne MEDEVAC. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections

8 (Physician) authorizes airborne MEDEVAC for inmate suicide attempt. Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

61 1945 Z Postal chain-of-command requests 

update. Phone United States Postal Service VCC United States Postal Service

5 Internal Communications: Updates to Postal Chain of Command Common: 2. 

Communications

3000-08 1945 Z Field teams arrive at incident command. Phone

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 

Liaison at Incident 

Command

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 10 (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency and CST field teams have arrived at Incident Command.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3059 1945 Z Department of Environmental Quality 

employees demand to go home. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Environmental Quality VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

10 Many (State) Department of Environmental Quality (Location) employees are 

demanding to return to their homes.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3716-03 1945 Z Prison complex unable to contact 

airborne MEDEVAC. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 8, 13 Inmate suicide attempt will be transported by ground ambulance. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5350-07 1945 Z Call volume at Regional Dispatch 

Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 4

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center receiving, calls are being dropped/held in queue/ or 

reports of callers having to call several times before getting through.

Common: 2. 

Communications

6316 1945 Z Poison Control Center E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution

8

The Poison Center at (State/Health care institution) is overwhelmed with calls from 

the public about the potential effects of radiation. They call the Corporate EOC 

asking for help.

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3729-02 1946 Z Department of Corrections receives 

damage. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 2, 13 (State) Department of Corrections (Complex) receives damage to phone lines and 

well pump.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

4423 1947 Z Request for traffic accident response E-mail (State/City) VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5 Request for accident support (City) (Roads intersection) Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3707 1950 Z Department of Juvenile Corrections 

establishes School EOC. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 The Department of Juvenile Corrections Central EOC 

notifies the (School) EOC to activate.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3710-02 1950 Z

Department of Corrections executive 

management requests second Brief 

Progress Report (BPR).

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 5, 13 EOC to provide summarized BPR from affected complexes. Respond: 2.EOC Management

6317 1950 Z Hospital communications network 

overwhelmed Face to Face (State) Health care institution VCC

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

2, 5 Communications with the (State) are becoming difficult - networks overwhelmed. Common: 2. 

Communications

3724-01 1955 Z

Department of Corrections outgoing 

land-line phones up, cell phones still 

erratic 

Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 2, 13 The main land-line is back up. Most cell phones are still erratic. Common: 2. Communications

5350-08 1955 Z Increased call volume at Regional 

Dispatch Center Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC 2, 4

(City/County) Regional Fire Dispatch Center is reporting that as a result of the 

large call volume the Center receiving, calls are being dropped/held in queue/ or 

reports of callers having to call several times before getting through.

Common: 2. 

Communications

6209 1955 Z Additional contaminated patients arrive. Face to Face (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care institution

8 Additional contaminated patients arrive Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

3725-02 1956 Z Investigator wants to interview inmate. Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Investigator wants to interview contaminated inmate. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5278 1956 Z Police officers request to leave shift to 

take care of families. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) EOC 13 (City) officers that live in and around the incident in (City) are requesting to leave 

duty to take care of their families. This will affect almost (#) sworn personnel.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

0051-01 2000 Z Missing (USPS) truck driver Phone (State) Health care 

institution VCC United States 

Postal Service 6, 13

Missing truck driver. (State/Health care institution) returns phone call advising 

occupational health nurse that an injured USPS truck driver is located at their 

hospital.

Common: 2. 

Communications

253 2000 Z VA Hospital employees not showing up 

for shift Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

8 VAMC staff reporting that (#%) of employees are not going to report to the next 

shift

Common: 2. 

Communications

265 2000 Z Local news reporting mass evacuation Phone (State) Health Care 

System VCC (State) Health Care System

8 Local news reporting mass groups of people heading (Heading on Highway) Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

266 2000 Z VA Hospital team requesting to travel to 

city to assist Phone

(State) VA Health 

Care System 

(VAHCS)

VCC

(State) VA Health 

Care System 

(VAHCS)

8 (State) VAHCS nuclear/radiological team requesting to travel to (City) to assist Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

271 2000 Z VA Hospital team unwilling to travel Phone

(State) VA Veterans 

Integrated Service 

Network

VCC

(State) VA 

Veterans 

Integrated Service 

Network

8 (City) VA Hospital's decontamination team is unwilling to travel to (City) to assist 

with the incident

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

400 2000 Z

Regional Response Coordination 

Center (RRCC) creates mission 

assignment for ESF #8. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) FEMA 

Region VCC

(US/HHS) U.S. 

Department of 

Health & Human 

Services

6, 8

RRCC creates mission assignment for ESF #8 

regarding Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (MATS) 

and one Rapid Deployment Force (RDF)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3000-09 2000 Z Businesses and municipalities 

concerned about their operations Phone (State/County) EOC VCC (State) Emergency Operations Center

5

Municipalities are concerned about providing services to their customers, i.e. 

water. Businesses are concerned about when they can resume operations. 

Concerns are being fielded from the following: (Sports Shop, Supercenter, City 

Water Treatment plan)

Respond:11.WMD/HazM

at Response and Deacon

3062 2000 Z

Department of Environmental Quality 

(DEQ) emergency response units 

provide command center with situation 

update. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Environmental Quality VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

5, 10 (State) DEQ Emergency Response Unit provides the command center with an 

incident scene situation update.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3190 2000 Z Increased security measures at National 

Guard installations statewide. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) National 

Guard VCC (State) National Guard 13

Increased security measures implemented in response 

to attacks, possible Force Protection Condition 

(FPCON) increase.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

3400 2000 Z Concerned citizens begin calling the 

Public Inquiry desk at the State EOC. Phone (State) Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Emergency Operation Center

5 Concerned citizens are calling the Public Inquiry Line regarding the incident on 

the (Highway & Highway)

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

3660* 2000 Z State EOC fully activated and staffed Expected Player 

Action

(State) Emergency 

Operation Center VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5 (State) EOC is activated and fully staffed due to the 

explosion at the (Highway/Highway) intersection.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3670* 2000 Z State Joint Information Center (JIC) 

operational 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC

(State) Division of 

Emergency 

Management

5 (State) Joint Information Center (JIC) operational Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3740 2000 Z

Department of Corrections executive 

direction for complex contingency 

planning 

Message (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 5, 13 Executive-level direction is given to the EOC for preparing contingency plans to ensure continuity of operations, post-attack.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4002* 2000 Z (ADC) Executive Direction for complex 

contingency planning 

Expected Player 

Action (State/County) EOC VCC (State/County)

5 (County) declares a (county) emergency Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4042-03 2000 Z Public Health Incident Command Center 

activated 

Expected Player 

Action (State/County) EOC VCC (State/County) 5, 8

(County) Department of Emergency Management has 

opened it's EOC. PH Liaison has received briefing and 

has spoken with either the PH Director or the Public 

Health Emergency Management (PHEM) program 

administrator and has recommended opening the ICC to 

facilitate answering of Public concerns

Common: 5. Other

5060 2000 Z Incident Commander provides Situation 

Report (SITREP). Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State/County) 

EOC 4, 5

(City/County) Incident Commander provides fourth 

SITREP to EOC. SITREP includes Casualties, 

Damaged Structures, Damaged Utilities, Fires, Needs 

Assessment. Request submitted for assistance from 

mutual aid responding units.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5072 2000 Z Planes en route to airport are diverted Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC

(State/County) 

Emergency 

Management

1 (City Airport) advises that several flights from (Airport) 

may be arriving shortly.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5074 2000 Z Traffic issues Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City)1 Major traffic increase on (Highway & heading) causing gridlock through 

construction zone.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5096 2000 Z Fire crews notify EOC Ops staff of 

equipment contamination.

Radio - Public 

Safety (State/Town) VCC (State/Town)

4

(City/County) Fire notifies (Town) EOC 1 (City/County) Engine, 1 (City/County) 

Ladder and Battalion (#) with all supporting equipment will be left at scene. 

(City/County) crews notified that equipment is contaminated and can not leave the 

scene. (City/County) Fire crews have been decontamination.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5203 2000 Z Public showing up at various fire station 

locations. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (State/City) EOC6

Self-evacuees at stations setting up in community rooms. Stations request info on 

where to direct them. In addition, the stations need more bottled water and 

disposable cups for evacuees.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

5377 2000 Z School system concerned about 

students. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 (City) school systems are concerned about how students should be handled. Some schools have been notifying parents to come and pick up their children.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5501 2000 Z Request for food and water Phone (State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

7 Request for food and water for approximately (#) people Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5502 2000 Z Mayor declares a disaster. Expected Player 

Action

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

VCC (State/County) 

EOC 15 (Mayor) declares a disaster in (City) Respond: 2.EOC Management

5506 2000 Z Unruly crowds awaiting decontamination 

at hospital

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5 (City) EOC receives call from Alarm concerning unruly crowds awaiting 

decontamination.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5660 2000 Z Restaurants and hotels receiving people Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 15 City hall staff receiving reports that (City) restaurants and hotels are receiving 

displaced people from (City and City)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6113 2000 Z Care and shelter is needed for Salvation 

Army employees Phone (State) The Salvation Army VCC (State) The 

Salvation Army 6, 8 Care and shelter is needed for Salvation Army employees and their family members 

during the incident

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

6318 2000 Z Physician referral line inundated E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care 

institution 5, 8

Physician Referral Line head operator calls EOC to report that they are 

overwhelmed, and average call wait time is up to (#) minutes. Also, the public are 

asking questions to which they have no answers. Operators are stressed and 

wanting to go home.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5527 2001 Z Relocation area for evacuees Expected Player 

Action

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

6 Respond:20.Mass Care 

(Sheltering & Feeding)

5553 2001 Z Communications between city 

departments and disciplines is difficult 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

2 (City) is having difficulty keeping track of radio and channel assignments. Common: 2. 

Communications

5110-01 2002 Z Airport EOC reports terminals clear of 

improvised explosive devices (IEDs) Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC

1 The check of terminal (#) was completed and bomb threat is believed to be a hoax. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5376 2005 Z Additional police needed Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 8, 13

(City Healthcare site) Healthcare requests additional personnel from PD to assist 

with crowd control at ER. Self-admitted evacuates worried about radiation from 

explosion. (City Healthcare site) also requests to use (Stadium) as a triage center

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

6319 2005 Z Hospitals receiving patient families and 

pets E-mail (State) Health care institution VCC (State) Health care institution

8 (Health care institution site) Incident Commander phones Corporate EOC to report 

that the public is self-presenting at the ED with their pets and families.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6320 2010 Z Hospital staff reductions E-mail (State) Health care 

institution VCC (State) Health care 

institution

8

Local Incident Commanders phone into the (Health care institution) Corporate 

EOC to report that they are experiencing an estimated (#%) staff reduction across 

the board as employees go home to be with their families in the crisis.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

254 2015 Z VA Hospital's decontamination assets 

exhausted Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

6 VAMC staff reports that all decontamination assets are exhausted Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3000-20 2015 Z

National Atmospheric Release Advisory 

Center (NARAC) projected plume 

model/characterization 

Phone (State) Liaison at 

Incident Command VCC (State) Technical Operations Center 10 Continued support from NARAC. Once sampling plan has been established provide radiological data based on field team locations.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

4046 2015 Z Fire Department request for help Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (City/County) Fire Department

4 (City/County) Fire Department reaches out to (City/County) Fire Department for 

assistance.

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations/Support

4047 2015 Z Fire Department is unable to assist. Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (City/County) Fire 

Department

4 (City/County) Fire Department engine was enroute to assist (Municipality FD), 

however it was diverted to provide medical assistance on (Highway #)

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations/Support

5046 2015 Z Area hospitals overwhelmed. Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City)8 Hospitals overwhelmed with walking well Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5190 2015 Z Local hospital requesting security 

assistance with crowds Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC 5, 8, 

13

(Four area hospitals) are requesting security assistance with large crowds 

forming in and around their Emergency Rooms. Some people are becoming hostile 

and demanding to be treated.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5671 2015 Z Hospital is overwhelmed with patients 

and worried about contamination. Message (State/City) Hospital VCC (City/County) Fire Department 5, 8

(State/City Hospital) is requesting assistance with the overloading of people 

showing up at the ER worried about being contaminated or other health issues 

from this event.

Common: 1. Planning

6210 2015 Z Family members and worried well arrive Face to Face (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital System)

8 Family members and worried well arrive Common: 5. Other

252 2017 Z Large groups at VA facility demanding 

radiation treatment Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

8 VAMC staff reports that large groups of people are showing up at the hospital 

wanting radiation sickness treatment

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

0059-01 2020 Z Missing (USPS) truck driver update Phone (State) Health care 

institution VCC United States 

Postal Service

8 The driver was transported to (State Health care institution) with shrapnel related 

injuries and possible radiation exposure.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

255 2020 Z VA Hospital's nuclear/radiological 

assets exhausted Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center

7, 8, 

11 VAMC staff reports that all nuclear/radiological assets are exhausted Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

4424 2020 Z

Regional Emergency Action 

Coordination Team (REACT) request 

for accident support 

E-mail (State/City) VCC (State/County) 

EOC

5 REACT request for accident support (City-2 road intersection) Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5337 2020 Z Ambulance crews have long wait times at 

hospitals. 

Mobile 

Computer 

Terminal 

(MCT)

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

4, 8

Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Fire Rescue (ambulance) crews report long 

patient wait times at hospitals. Many patients are requesting transportation by 

Fire Rescue (ambulance) because they are tired of waiting to see a doctor. CAD 

system generated time warnings of long

Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

5509 2020 Z Activate Local Emergency Alert System Expected Player 

Action (State/City) VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

15 (City) EOC sets out a notification and communication 

process.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5674 2020 Z Coordinate information to the school 

districts for sheltering in place. Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC (State) Joint Information Center 13 Coordinate information and direction for the School Districts to shelter in place. Common: 2. 

Communications

3913 2021 Z Department of Agriculture responds to 

call from milk producer. Phone (State) Department of Agriculture VCC (State) Department of Agriculture 11

(State) Department of Agriculture has received inquiries on the (State information 

line) system and personal phone calls from the CEO at (Dairy Farm). They are 

worried that their perishable milk commodities are going to sit on the shelf, as 

consumers are hesitant to purchase.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

0060-01 2025 Z Update on Missing (City) Carrier Phone (City/County) Fire 

Department VCC United States Postal Service 13 (City/County) police officer reports abandoned vehicle found. Prevent: 1. Information Gathering & Recognition

5129-01 2025 Z Suspect from airport being transported 

to county medical center jail ward. Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/Airport) 

EOC 13 The suspect from (Airport) is being transported to the (County) Medical Center for 

possible radiation sickness.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5508-01 2025 Z Public schools inquire about using 

stadium. Phone (State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Tactical 

Operations Center

5 (City) public schools inquire about using (Stadium) as a relocation center for the 

(#) elementary schools needing evacuation.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

6107 2025 Z Salvation Army phone system affected by 

call volume 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) The Salvation 

Army VCC (State)/The Salvation Army

2 Salvation Army switchboard reports phone system jammed with calls requesting 

various information internally and externally.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

256 2030 Z VA Hospital staff showing undue stress Phone

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

VCC

(State) Veteran’s 

Affairs Medical 

Center (VAMC)

8 VAMC staff is reporting complaints of undue stress on hospital staff Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

3000-21 2030 Z DOE-RAP provides ETA. Phone

(US DOE) U.S. 

Department of 

Energy

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency

7, 10, 

15

DOE-RAP provides estimated time of arrival of (time) hrs as well as arrival of other 

Federal entities, Federal Radiological Monitoring and Assessment Center 

(FRMAC), EPA, A-Team, CDC, DHS. An advanced party meeting will be provided 

at this time.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

4039 2030 Z Sheriff's Department overwhelmed with 

911 Calls Phone (County) Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department

2 (City/County) SD 911 Calls are flooding system. People are afraid of contamination 

with what has happened in (City)

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

4045-01 2030 Z EOC to assess Local Hospital Status Expected Player 

Action

(State/County) 

Department of 

Emergency 

Management

VCC (State/County) 

Health 5, 8 (County) EOC request (County) Public Health for the 

status of the local hospitals

Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

5070 2030 Z Incident Commander provides Situation 

Report (SITREP). Phone (City/County) Fire Department VCC (State/County) EOC 4, 5

(City/County) Incident Commander provides fifth SITREP to EOC. SITREP 

includes Casualties, Damaged Structures, Damaged Utilities, Fires, Needs 

Assessment. Request submitted for assistance from mutual aid responding units.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5083 2030 Z Hospital needs help. Phone (State/Town) VCC (State/Town)8 (Health care institution) calling 911 need assistance, overrun with people. Can PD 

come provide traffic control? Can Fire assist with Deacon?

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5191 2030 Z Police Air Unit possibly contaminated 

with radiation Phone (State/City) Police Department VCC (State/City) EOC 4, 13

The (City/County) Police Air Unit flew over the scene earlier and is now concerned 

about contamination of the aircraft and crew. They are requesting hazmat support 

to test their equipment and personnel

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5510 2030 Z Utility control center receives inquiries. Phone (State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5, 15 Report to the EOC regarding citizens that are calling the city (Utility Control 

Center) to ask if water system is contaminated.

Protect: 4. Public Health 

Lab Testing

5661 2030 Z Failure of main water well Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City)3 (City) Public Works informs (City) EOC that main water well site has just failed Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4048 2035 Z Sheriff's Department reports citizens at 

district stations. Phone (County) Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (City/County) SD Comm. reports that all the Metro District Stations are having people come to them for help and info.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

3741 2040 Z Prison complex (SITREP) Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Staffing level for (Correctional facility) Unit. Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

4051 2040 Z Sheriff's Department reduction in 

staffing Phone (County) Sheriff’s Department VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 (County) Sheriff's Department Sick Line reports many are calling in sick Respond: 2.EOC Management

3741-01 2042 Z Prison complex (SITREP) Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC (State) Department of Corrections 13 Staffing level for (State Prison Complex) Units. Respond: 1.Onsite Incident Management

3000-22 2045 Z Data set provided based on prioritized 

sampling plan Phone

(State/Radiation 

Regulatory Agency) 

Liaison at Incident 

Command

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 10 Data will be provided.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

5143 2045 Z Impact to water treatment plant Phone (State/City) Police 

Department VCC (State/City) EOC

3

The (Water Treatment Plant) water line that feeds downtown (City) and 40% of its 

total water use is located directly under the explosion site. A reporter has called 

communications concerned about the safety of the water from the (Water Treatment 

Plant).

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5208 2045 Z

Hospitals request assistance with 

screening and decontamination of 

arriving casualties. 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

4 (City/County) Fire Department supervisor reports to (City) EOC, that they are 

receiving requests for decontamination resources at (Hospital).

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5329 2045 Z Battalion chiefs want info for crews on 

radiation, (PPE), and safety (SOP). Phone

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

VCC (State/City) EOC4 BC’s are requesting information for their crews regarding radiation hazards, PPE, 

and safety procedures

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5365 2045 Z City requesting real time aerial imaging Phone

(City/County) Fire 

and Rescue 

Department

VCC (State/City) EOC4

(City/County) Fire TOC is requesting real time imagery (high resolution Satellite 

or high altitude aerial) of the (Highway#/Highway#) incident scene as well as 

historical imagery for assessment and planning

Common: 1. Planning

5378 2045 Z Businesses requesting information Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 15

(City) businesses are requesting updates on the incident at the (Highway# / 

Highway#) interchange. Also requesting guidance on whether or not employees 

should be sent home.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5048 2050 Z Walk-in traffic at police and fire 

departments Phone (State/City) VCC (State/City) 13 All five (City/County) PD stations are reporting a very high volume of walk in traffic. People are frightened and looking for information

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

6211 2050 Z

Several hospital employees unable to 

return home because they live in plume 

area 

Message (State Hospital 

System) VCC (State Hospital 

System)

8 Several (State Hospital System) employees unable to return home because they live 

in plume area. Respond: 22. Other

5505 2059 Z

Unified Command (UC) requesting 

assistance from EOC for Reception 

Center 

Radio - Public 

Safety

(State/City) Tactical 

Operations Center VCC

(State/City) 

Emergency 

Operations Center

5 Respond:20.Mass Care 

(Sheltering & Feeding)

258 2100 Z VA Hospital mental health teams 

becoming overwhelmed Phone (State/VAMC) VCC (State/VAMC)

8 VAMC staff reporting that mental health teams are becoming overwhelmed and 

exhausted

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

405 2100 Z

FEMA Regional Response Coordination 

Center (RRCC) creates mission 

assignment for ESF #10. 

Expected Player 

Action

(State/FEMA 

Region) VCC

(US/DOE) U.S. 

Department of 

Energy

10

RRCC creates mission assignment for ESF #10 

Department of Energy regarding State concerns for 

further delineation of areas/facilities potentially impacted 

by dispersal of radiological contaminants.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3000-23 2100 Z

Inquiry from the coroner's office about 

when they can pick up the dead and how 

to handle the bodies 

Phone

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 

Liaison at Incident 

Command

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency

8 An estimated (#) people have been critically injured. What precautions should we 

use in retrieving and handling and preparing the bodies?

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evac and/or 

Shelter

3064 2100 Z Department of Environmental Quality 

responds to call from health services. Phone (State) Department of Environmental Quality VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

8, 15 (State) Department of Environmental Quality responds to call from area hospitals 

expressing concerns about becoming overwhelmed with hundreds of patients.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3600-05 2100 Z University requests assistance for traffic 

control. Phone (University) VCC (City) EOC

1 (University) is requesting support with traffic control around campus. Traffic is 

gridlocked; (#) officers are requested to manage major intersections.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4053 2100 Z Cellular telephone overloaded Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC2 Cell phone sites overloaded in area Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4402 2100 Z Barricade request Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC1 Request (#)Type III barricades for perimeter control Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5301 2100 Z Search for Special Education Van Phone (School) VCC (City) EOC9

School reports missing Special Education Van enroute to (Location). The Van has 

three students and two adult instructors. The van is white and marked (School 

District).

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5575 2100 Z Schools lockdown and after-school 

program shutdown Phone (School) VCC (City) EOC 13 Schools are in locked down and the after school program is cancelled. Standing by for further instructions and support for feeding school children. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5930 2100 Z VIP tour request Phone (State) Homeland 

Security Office VCC (City) EOC 15 Request to coordinate possible visit by Governor. Common: 1. Planning

63 2105 Z Civil disorder in city Phone (City) Post Office VCC (Regional) Post 

Office 13 There are reports of civil disorder and potential rioting along Southern Avenue and Mill.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4049 2105 Z Medical request Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC

(City) Fire 

Department 

(Medic Unit)

8 Fire Department responds to (Location) request for assistance Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations Support

6108 2105 Z Salvation Army responds to requests for 

highway comfort stations. Phone (County) EOC VCC The Salvation Army

6

Salvation Army receives notice from the (County) that 

comfort stations need to be established on the highways 

for self-evacuees.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

64 2115 Z U.S. Postal Service facility 

communications failure Message N/A VCC (City) Post Office Operations Center

2 USPS controller limits communication with outside organizations. Calls out from 

USPS generate "All Circuits are Busy" response.

Common: 2. 

Communications
3805 2115 Z Report of need for mass care and longterm recovery programs

Expected Player 

Action (State) EOC N/A (State) Commerce Department 6, 14

(State) Department of Commerce agency representative 

in State Operations Center advises Department of 

Commerce of need for mass care and long-term 

recovery programs

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5301-01 2115 Z Volunteers reporting to fire stations Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC 4 Fire Stations report volunteers are arriving at stations dropping off clothing and 

hardware, as well as foods that will spoil.

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5350-05 2115 Z Excessive call volume at regional fire 

dispatch Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 2

(City) Public Safety Answering Point is reporting that incoming calls are being 

dropped or held long in queue. Callers are reporting having to call several times 

before getting through

Common: 2. 

Communications

6109 2115 Z Reduction in Salvation Army staffing Phone (City) Salvation Army 

Center VCC

(State) Salvation 

Army Coordination 

Center

6 Salvation Army leaders are reporting that staffing levels have been reduced by 35% 

with people leaving work to check on their homes and families.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4028 2120 Z Fire Department refueling concerns Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC 4 (County) Fire Department wants a plan to ensure access to adequate fuel supplies. Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

5091 2120 Z Hospital needs security assistance. Phone (Hospital) VCC (City) EOC 13 (Hospital) emergency room is being over-run with patients Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4403 2125 Z Roadway blockages Phone

(County) Department 

of Transportation 

Operations Center

VCC (County) EOC 13 Request barricade placement by (County) Sheriff's Office Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

264 2130 Z VA Hospital receiving large groups of 

people demanding decontamination Phone (VA Hospital) VCC

(Region) 

Veteran's 

Administration 

Health Care 

System EOC

8 (VA Hospital) staff report large groups of people are showing up at the hospital 

wanting radiation sickness treatment.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

4052 2130 Z Request for Fire Department assistance Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) Fire Engine (Company) 8

(City) Fire Department responds to request for 

assistance with sick and possible contaminated patrons 

at (Location).

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations Support

4058 2130 Z Hotel closes. Phone

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC (County) Sheriff’s 

Department 13 (Hotel) has a major disturbance; 200 + people in the parking lot as hotel is refusing to lodge evacuees

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4061 2130 Z Suspicious package Phone

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC

(County) Sheriff’s 

Department and 

Bomb Squad

13 (Location) has reported a suspicious package in the food court. Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5258 2130 Z Employees and members of their families 

needing shelter Phone (City) Assistant 

Manager VCC (City) EOC 6

The City Manager's office is receiving numerous calls from employees of all 

departments requesting assistance in sheltering displaced employees and their 

families. Shelter for several hundred families is needed. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5660-01 2130 Z Restaurants and hotels report receiving 

more evacuees Phone (City) Operator VCC (City) EOC 5 City receiving reports that local restaurants and hotels are receiving large groups of displaced people from (City)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5675 2130 Z Hospital requests evacuation of critical 

patients by air. Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) EOC 8 (Hospital) is requesting at least five air helicopters to transfer critical patients out of the area

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3917 2133 Z Department of Agriculture responds to 

milk production concerns. Fax (Milk Producer) VCC

(Federal) U.S. 

Department of 

Agriculture EOC

11

(Milk Producer) ships milk to (Export Locale) daily. Now, customers are refusing 

milk shipments saying it is radioactive and that we are radioactive milk that will kill 

their citizens. Please help. 

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

5124-01 2135 Z Airport reports suspicious package in 

secured. Phone (City) Police Department VCC (County) EOC 13

The suspected backpack thought to contain an Improvised Explosive Device has 

been removed from terminal by Bomb Squad personnel and transported to the 

isolation pad.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3100 2140 Z National Guard provides perimeter 

security around incident site.

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 13 National Guard provides personnel for perimeter 

security for incident site.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

65 2145 Z Report of suspicious package SIMCELL (City) Post Office VCC (Regional) Post 

Office 13 (City) Post Office discovers a package with all the physical characteristics of a bomb.

Prevent: 4. Law 

Enforcement Investigation

410 2145 Z

FEMA Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for 

ESF #3.

Expected Player 

Action

(FEMA/Region) 

Regional Response 

Coordination Center

N/A (US) Army Corps 

of Engineers 3 Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4057 2145 Z County Sheriff's Department vehicle 

burned at disturbance

Radio - Public 

Safety

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC (County) EOC 13 Patrol Sergeant responding to disturbance at (Location) leaves his vehicle which is 

later overturned by crowd and set on fire.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5111 2145 Z Citizen calls 911 about possible 

contamination Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC 5, 10

A citizen has called 911 to have someone respond and check him and his car for 

radiation. He saw the news reports about the (City) Incident and worked near-by. 

When he arrived home from work he discovered dust particles on his car and is 

worried about contamination. 

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5508 2145 Z Evacuation of elementary schools Phone (City) Manager's 

Office VCC (City) EOC 8 (City Manager) is concerned about the safety of the students; both elementary schools are in close proximity to the (Event)

Respond:20.Mass Care 

(Sheltering & Feeding)

5112 2147 Z Airport parking revenue system is 

malfunctioning. Phone (Airport) parking operations manager VCC (Airport) EOC 1

Airport parking revenue system is malfunctioning. Large line up of vehicles waiting 

to exit the garage. Parking tickets and proximity sensors not being read. Clerks are 

unable to determine length of time in garage, unsure what to charge and gate arms 

are not releasing vehicles.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5114 2150 Z Airport staff reduced by 30% Message N/A VCC (Airport) EOC 1

Second shift and relief personnel are not showing up as expected. Some have 

called-in and will not be available; some are delayed and others have not been 

heard from.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

0020 * 2200 Z FBI establishes Joint Operations Center. Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 5 FBI Joint Operations Center is established and now managing event from (Location). 

Prevent: 4. Law 

Enforcement Investigation

257 2200 Z VA Hospital receiving employee families 

and pets Phone (VA Hospital) VCC

(Region) 

Veteran's 

Administration 

Health Care 

System EOC

8,6,11

Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center staff reporting that several employees are 

bringing families into work with them for safety issues. Families include small 

children, elderly and pets.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

260 2200 Z VA Hospital staff requesting additional 

manpower Phone (VA Hospital) VCC

(Region) 

Veteran's 

Administration 

Health Care 

System EOC

8 Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center staff requesting additional hospital staff due to 

current and perceived shortages.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

267 2200 Z VA Hospital staff reporting extraordinary 

stress Phone (VA Hospital) VCC

(Region) 

Veteran's 

Administration 

Health Care 

System EOC

8 (VA Hospital) is reporting complaints of undue stress on staff and is requesting 

assistance.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

269 2200 Z VA Hospital staff requesting additional 

manpower Phone (VA Hospital) VCC

(Region) 

Veteran's 

Administration 

Health Care 

System EOC

8 Decisions made based on data set. Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3000-24 2200 Z

Updated National Atmospheric Release 

Advisory Center (NARAC) plume 

modeling 

World Wide 

Web

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 

Human Resources 

Office

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 8 (State) Department of Environmental Quality employees request information on leaving and not returning to work the next day

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3110 2200 Z Media inquiry to National Guard Phone (State) EOC VCC

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

8

Local media reports that the National Guard has been "mobilized" to support the 

incident but, outside of the Civil Support Team, none have been seen. Where are 

National Guard responders?

Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

5095 2200 Z Department managers call for personnel 

guidance Phone (City) Manager's 

Office VCC (City) EOC 5 Department managers are calling into City Manager's Office wanting to go home, 

pick-up children and check on family. Are we releasing employees from work?

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5201 2200 Z

Calls to Public Safety Answering Point 

about hotel guests with possible 

radioactive contamination

Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 5

Public Safety Answering Point reports numerous calls in queue reporting that 

local hotels are refusing to allow self-evacuees to stay. Reports are that hotel and 

motel operators are afraid that evacuees will contaminate facilities. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5615 2200 Z Shelter request Phone

(City) Red Cross 

Disaster Operations 

Center

VCC (City) EOC 6 (City) shelters are running out of room and are having trouble housing evacuees. 

We need to identify additional shelter locations. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4703 2201 Z Sheriff's Department Operations Center 

is opened.

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 5 Sheriff's Department Operations Center communicates center activation to County EOC. Common: 1. Planning

5511 2201 Z Citizens refusing to evacuate Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 5 Citizens refusing to evacuate homes and wanting to know who evacuation and relocation costs are going to be reimbursed.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5539 2203 Z Evacuation Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 13 Common: 2. Communications

5260-01 2205 Z Compressed natural gas pumps fail Phone (Airport) EOC VCC (County) EOC 5, 7, 

12

Compressed natural gas pumps are malfunctioning at (Location). Local cabs, 

buses, airport operations and other vehicles also affected. Need support for 

evacuation and alternative fueling plan 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

4715 2207 Z Courts need extra security. Phone (County) Courts 

Administrative Office VCC (County) EOC 13 How long will the disaster response occur? We need to determine what impact this disaster should have on the court schedule?

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3309 2210 Z Traffic control assistance Phone (State) Police 

Dispatch Center VCC (State) Police Headquarters 1

State police commander advises that he has 12 officers tied up conducting traffic 

control in (Location) and needs additional personnel to staff these points. Officers 

will need to be relieved within the next 4 hours.

Common: 1. Planning

5106 2210 Z Prisoner van disturbance Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 13 911 call from a cell phone describes a disturbance in prisoner transport at (Location).

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5351 2212 Z Foreign diplomat being transported to 

hospital with injuries

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 15 (City) Fire Department (Ambulance) reports a patient they are transporting to (Hospital) with critical injuries is a diplomat from Peru. Common: 5. Other

66 2215 Z U.S. Postal Service employees not 

reporting for work SIMCELL (City) Post Office VCC 7 The processing and distribution center swing shift employees are calling in for Administrative Leave.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

415 2215 Z

FEMA Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for 

ESF #8.

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA (Region) 

Regional Response 

Coordination Center

N/A

(Federal) U.S. 

Department of 

Health & Human 

Services 

Operations Center

8

FEMA (Region) Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for ESF #8 

regarding Disaster Mortuary Team (DMORT) with a 

Disaster Portable Mortuary Unit (DPMU)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4063 2215 Z Suspicious package Phone (Airport) Police VCC (County) Sheriff’s 

Department 1 (Airport) Police calls to report a large suspicious package left in main lobby and request Bomb Squad assistance.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5081 2215 Z Traffic issues Phone (County) Department 

of Transportation VCC (County) Sheriff’s Department 1 Traffic has increased at (Hwy# / Hwy#) causing major delays.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

67 2220 Z Postal customers afraid of their mail SIMCELL (City) Post Office VCC (Regional) Post 

Office 13 Postal customers are expressing fear of contamination from the mail that was deposited in their boxes prior to the (Event).

Respond:11.WMDHMat 

Response and Deacon

3806 2230 Z Activation of Disaster Food Stamp 

program

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A

(State) Food 

Stamp Program 

Office

11 The (State) Disaster Food Stamp Office Liaison will 

initiate program protocols.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4425 2230 Z Report of traffic accident Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (County) EOC 1 Citizen request for accident support at (Location) Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4713 2230 Z Hospital request for security Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) EOC 13 (Hospital) is requesting Sheriffs Department deputies for security. Large groups 

of people are showing up at the hospital.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

0065-01 2245 Z Suspicious package update SIMCELL (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 5 (City) EOC calls to report outcome of the (Location) suspicious package incident. Common: 2. 

Communications

5267 2245 Z Convention Center inquires about 

becoming an evacuation site. Phone (City) Convention Center VCC (City) EOC 5 The manager at the Convention Center calls the (City) EOC to inquire if the center would be used as a temporary shelter location.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5270 2245 Z Metro bus riders stranded Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 1 Bus riders are collecting at stations awaiting transportation. Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

259 2250 Z VA Hospital staff requesting food Expected Player 

Action (VA Hospital) N/A N/A 8 Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center staff requesting food 

for personnel staying past normal shift hours

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

Metro bus drivers requesting personal 

protective equipment Message (Metro Bus) operations manager VCC (City) EOC 10 Metro bus drivers are concerned about contaminated passengers and request personal protective equipment to protect them.

5153 2250 Z Department of Agriculture responds to a 

call from Channel 12 News. Phone (Television News 

Station) VCC (County) EOC 11

Since the national news broadcast showing the milk tanker accident, citizens are 

calling the news station asking what to do. The station would like to interview 

someone from agriculture program official

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3922 2258 Z Department of Environmental Quality 

switchboard is overwhelmed Phone (State) Department of Environmental Quality VCC (State) EOC 15 Concerned citizens are overwhelming the State Department of Environmental Quality switchboard with inquiries about water and air safety.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

3068 2300 Z University requests assistance for 

campus security. Phone (University) VCC (County) EOC 13 (University) requests security assistance from the (County) EOC. The request is for 40 deputies.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3600-01 2300 Z University requests transportation 

assets. Phone (University) VCC (County) EOC 1, 6 University requests County assistance with the transportation and temporary sheltering of 5000 students. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3600-02 2300 Z University requests security support 

from police. Phone (University) VCC (City) Police 

Department 13

(University) requests (City) Police Department to provide officers to maintain 

order, safety and security in the area now used on campus for the temporary shelter 

of students.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3600-03 2300 Z Department of Commerce inquiry E-mail (State) Department of 

Commerce VCC (State) EOC 14 (State) economic recovery program lead requests event update from their liaison to the (State) EOC. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4008-01 2300 Z Status inquiry Phone (County) EOC VCC (City) EOC 5 (County) EOC phones (City) EOC for an update on the (Event). Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4015-01 2300 Z Assess shelter status within county. Expected Player 

Action (County) EOC N/A (City) Red Cross 6 Request the numbers of persons that are currently being 

cared for at the local shelters within (County)

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4412 2300 Z Access to disaster area E-mail (State) EOC VCC (County) EOC 1 State personnel request information about routes into and out of the disaster area. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4880 2300 Z Red Cross calls County Animal Control 

to animal shelter.

Expected Player 

Action (City) Red Cross N/A (County) Animal 

Control 11

Red Cross calls (County) Animal Control to says 

evacuees are showing up at the shelter with pets and to 

request an emergency animal shelter.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

Media helicopter does not comply with 

temporary flight restrictions. Phone (Airport) EOC VCC

(Federal) U.S. 

Federal Aviation 

Administration

1 Media helicopter is not acknowledging air traffic controller attempts to enforce 

temporary flight restrictions.

5117-01 2300 Z Self-Evacuees showing up at city fire 

stations Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC

(City) Fire and 

Rescue 

Department

15, 10

Evacuees at arriving at various city fire stations. Stations are reporting that parking 

lots at stations are full of vehicles and that others are coming by to drop off food and 

other items they think are contaminated.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

5204 2300 Z Citizens being directed to city fire station Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC 1

Fire Station (XX) reports that police and transportation workers are directing 

people and dropping off persons who are stranded (HWY#). They cannot handle 

any more folks at the fire station.

Respond:11.WMDHMat 

Response and Deacon

5217 2300 Z Crews report contaminated personal 

protective equipment. Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC 4 Crews report that their turnouts are contaminated and that they need new personal 

protective equipment.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5336 2300 Z Residents call 911 with concern over 

drinking water. Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 15 The 911 Call Center is receiving numerous calls requesting information on air and water quality. These types of calls are tying up the telephone lines.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5526-01 2300 Z (VHF) interoperability channel problems Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 2 Fire Department reporting that the statewide VHF interoperability channel is not available due to high radio traffic.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5343 2302 Z Meals on Wheels inquiry Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 15

Newton Schuback from Meals On Wheels calls to determine if his team will be able 

to deliver meals to his clients in (Location) tonight. He has (#) addresses of frail or 

elderly clients.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5547 2302 Z Fire station burglarized Phone (City) Fire and 

Rescue Department VCC (City) EOC 13

Crews returning to quarters at (City) Fire Station (XX) report that their station has 

been burglarized. Items taken include TV’s, a fire radios, uniforms, turnouts, 

money, and firefighters' wallets containing credit cards and government ID cards.

Protect: 5. Other

5215 2309 Z Parents attempting to locate elementary 

school students Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 15

911 Call Center notifies (City) EOC that several families with children who attend 

(Elementary School) have not been able to contact school officials to pick-up 

children. What should we tell these callers?

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

4426 2320 Z Report of traffic accident Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 1 Regional transportation accident team support request for incident at (Location). Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3120 2330 Z National Guard provides traffic 

assistance.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) National 

Guard N/A (State) EOC 1

National Guard provides assistance directing and 

controlling heavily congested traffic throughout the 

(Location).

4125 2330 Z Hospital requests pickup of four bodies. Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) Coroner 8 (Hospital) requests pick up of 4 dead bodies Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4135 2335 Z Mortuary staff requests radiological 

detection supplies Phone (County) Coroner VCC (County) EOC 8 Mortuary staff requests additional radiological detection supplies Respond: 2.EOC Management

5118 2335 Z State Fair requesting security Phone (State) Fair Police VCC (State) EOC 13 State Fair is police asking (City) police for assistance to secure the perimeter at 

the Fair.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5476-01 2337 Z Evacuation centers receiving family pets Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 6 City personnel setting-up evacuation centers report evacuees arriving with pets 

and request information on policy and procedures for these families and animals.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

3125 2340 Z

(FAA) Requests National Guard 

Assistance in enforcing Temporary 

Flight Restriction (TFR).

Expected Player 

Action

U.S. Transportation 

Security 

Administration

N/A (State) EOC 1

FAA implements Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) at 

(Airport). FAA Requests assistance in enforcing TFR 

using a state-assigned UH-60 helicopter.

Common: 1. Planning

Hospital requests pickup of two bodies. Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) Coroner 8 (Hospital) requests pickup of 2 bodies

4130 2345 Z Requests for transportation resources at 

hospitals

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 8 Hospitals that have received causalities from (Event) are requesting transportation support for non-patients and discharged patients.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5209 2345 Z Hospitals report that patients arriving 

without identification.

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 8 Hospitals that have received causalities from (Event) report that many arriving patients do not have ID’s or insurance information. Protect: 5. Other

5209-01 2345 Z City personnel policy matter Phone (City) Human 

Resources Director VCC (City) EOC 5 City employees and family members in plume area seek work schedule and 

relocation guidance from City Management Recover 4: Other

5513 2350 Z Mortuary request for assistance Phone (County) Coroner VCC (County) EOC 8 Coroner staff are becoming overwhelmed with the additional work load from the 

(Event) and are requesting mutual aid

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4120 2359 Z Department of Corrections Situation 

Report Phone (State) Correctional 

Facility VCC (State) Department 

of Corrections 13 Situation and staffing report for (Correctional Facility). Respond:17.Medical Surge

3720 2500 Correctional facility incident Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Correctional 

Facility VCC (State) Department 

of Corrections 2 (Correctional Facility) reports serious phone problems with emergency dispatch 

and cell phones.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3730-01 2500 Guidance to correctional facilities Phone (State) Department of 

Corrections VCC

(State) 

Correctional 

Facilities

5 Executive-level direction is given to the prison complexes for preparing 

contingency plans to ensure continuity of operations.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

3740-01 2500 Report of traffic accident Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC 8 Report that the son of Robert Bullock, a (City) Emergency Medical Technician was involved in a serious automobile accident. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4201 2500 Report of family separation Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC 9 A mother and her (Age) year old son with cerebral palsy have been separated after a car accident at (Location) Respond: 22. Other

4202 2500 Report of child endangerment Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) Health 13 Child notifies authorities that his father is refusing to help his children. Respond: 22. Other

4203 2500 Special needs population request Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC 6

Quadriplegic cannot move and his wheel chair is not working. His wife called and 

cannot move him by herself. Both the husband and wife are Hispanic and speak 

limited English.

Respond: 22. Other

4204 2500 Deaf non-verbal Vietnamese male has 

wandered out of a shelter near the plume. Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC 6 Deaf non-verbal Vietnamese Male has wandered out of a shelter near the plume. Respond: 22. Other

4205 2500 Medical request Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (Hospital) 8 A male called 911 to state he had forgotten to take his heart medication. Respond: 22. Other

4206 2500 Airport request for law enforcement Phone (Airport) VCC (City) EOC 13 Airport is requesting some additional deputies for help Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5077 2500 Full mobilization of police department Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 13

Due to the demand on current staffing and the requests 

coming in from other jurisdictions, the (City) Police 

Chief initiates a full mobilization of the police 

department. This requires all personnel to report for 12 

hour shifts, 7 days a week. 

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5115 2500 Person demonstrating odd behavior Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) Sheriffs Department 8 Individual in a group home demonstrating odd behavior as a result of the (Event). Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

5230 2500 Special needs individual needs 

assistance Phone (State) Emergency Operation Center VCC (County) EOC 5 Native American male has limited mobility and uses a walker for arthritis. Can local assistance be provided for evacuation and relocation?

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5231 2500 Non-English-speaking individual found 

near incident Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 8 A Vietnamese woman was found near the plume area, it is unknown if she actually was in the plume area. What should we do with her? Respond: 22. Other

5233 2500 Blind and injured woman needs 

assistance Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 8 Blind injured woman needs assistance, her guide dog is confused and not responding to commands Respond: 22. Other

5234 2500 Wife of a first responder needs 

assistance Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (County) EOC 6 The wife of a first responder cannot walk. Her husband who is a first responder has 

called to make sure she gets assistance. Respond: 22. Other

5235 2500 Male with autism needs assistance. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 6 A man with autism is have strong emotional reaction to the (Event). Respond: 22. Other

5236 2500 Looters observed in evacuation area. Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 13 Looters observed in evacuation area. What to do with contaminated looters? Respond: 22. Other

5517 2500 Report of Canadian citizen killed in 

incident Face to Face (County) Coroner VCC (County) EOC 15 A body at the disaster site has been identified as a Canadian national. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

IP1001 2500 Special population medical needs at 

shelter Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 8

(Shelter) has (#) people who are on Hemodialysis. (#) are on a Monday, 

Wednesday, Friday schedule; (#) are on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday. (#) did not 

get dialysis today and are currently symptomatic. They do not know where to go to 

get dialysis as their normal vendor is inaccessible or non-operable.

Respond: 22. Other

4077 0000 Z Hospital needs security assistance. Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) Sheriff’s 

Department 8 Hospital emergency room is being over run with patients Respond:17.Medical Surge

5080 0000 Z

Local restaurants and hotels 

overwhelmed with evacuees looking for 

food and shelter

Phone (City) Manager's 

Office VCC (County) EOC 5 City Hall staff receiving reports that restaurants and hotels are overwhelmed with 

displaced people. 

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5660-02 0000 Z State National Guard airport security 

assignment VNN Report N/A VCC N/A 15

VNN reports that discussions with the Transportation Security Administration and 

US Department of Homeland Security indicates that the National Guard may be 

deployed at (Airport) Federal security role. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3150 0010 Z Volunteer radio operators arrive to 

assist. Face to Face Amateur Radio Operators VCC (City) EOC 2 Several radio operators arrive at the (City) EOC Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5410 0010 Z Various mortuaries volunteering help Phone

Members of National 

Funeral Director's 

Association

VCC (County) EOC 8 Various mortuaries are volunteering help Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

4155 0015 Z Hotline receives calls regarding food 

and water safety. Message (City) 211Information and Referral VCC (City) EOC 15, 11 The hotline is getting numerous calls requesting information whether or not their food and water is safe.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3904 0023 Z EOC requests barricades. Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 1, 7 (City) requests 3000 Type III barricades from (County) EOC Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

4405 0030 Z Citizen inquires about fatalities. Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 15, 8 Numerous reports of call from concerned families looking for information about 

fatalities

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

4140 0035 Z Schedule of sampling and laboratory 

analysis

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 

Liaison at Incident 

Command

N/A (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 10 Sampling plan has been followed and samples have been taken for laboratory 

analysis.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3250-01 0100 Z Fleet Maintenance Office requesting 

vehicle decontamination instructions Phone (County) Department of General Services VCC (County) EOC 1

County Fleet Maintenance requests further guidance on decontamination 

procedures necessary for vehicles returning from the incident scene to the motor 

pool.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4059 0100 Z Barricade request Phone (Event) Incident 

Command VCC (City) EOC 1, 7 Request for 50 jersey barriers delivered and placed in immediate area of (Event). Recover 4: Other

4407 0100 Z Request for transportation accident 

response Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (County) EOC 5 Regional accident response requested for accident support at (Hwy# / Hwy#).

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

4427 0101 Z Traffic crew personnel complaining of 

illness and possible contamination Phone

(County) Department 

of Transportation 

Operations Manager

VCC (County) EOC 1, 10 Traffic crew personnel complaining of illness and possible contamination. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4428 0105 Z Mortuary staff report white substance 

found on bodies Phone (County) Coroner VCC (County) EOC 10 Mortuary staff report white substance found on bodies. Respond: 5.Responder Safety and Health

4145 0112 Z Barricade request Phone (University) VCC (County) EOC 1, 7 (University) requests 400 Type III barricades Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4406 0130 Z Donation of generators and lights Phone (Vendor) VCC (County) EOC 7 A local rental company is willing to donate the use of generators and lights for up 

to two weeks for a delivery charge.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

4074 0145 Z Distraught family members wanting to 

examine remains of loved ones Phone (County) Coroner VCC (County) EOC 8, 15 There are distraught family members arriving wanting to see the bodies Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

4150 0145 Z

FEMA Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for 

ESF #10.

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA Region 

(Region) N/A EPA Region (Region) 10

FEMA (Region) Regional Response Coordination Center creates mission 

assignment for ESF #10 regarding concern over potentially contaminated water 

and asks (State) EOC for support to identify an uncontaminated water source for 

firefighting or confirm that normal hydrant water is not contaminated.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

420 0200 Z Private water company delivery Phone (Vendor) VCC (County) EOC 7 A private water company is delivering 2000 cases of bottled water and wants to 

know where to delivery the water.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4072 0200 Z Amateur radio operators ready for 

assignment

Expected Player 

Action (City) EOC N/A Volunteers 5 (City) Amateur Radio operators are asked to check in to the EOC via radio. Expected frequency to be (146.98).

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5285 0200 Z Radiological Assistance Program 

(RAP) assets arrive in State.

Expected Player 

Action

U.S. Department of 

Energy Radiological 

Assistance Program 

Team

N/A (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 10

Federal Radiological Assistance Program (RAP) 

Advance Team arrives in state. Data set provided based 

on sampling plan.

Common: 5. Other

3250 * 0201 Z Donations of food and clothing SIMCELL (Vendor) VCC (County) EOC 5, 7

The County has received a phone call from a local volunteer group and they have 

several cases of food stock and clothing that they want to give to the rescue effort. 

they want to know where to send the supplies.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4073 0224 Z Return of law enforcement officers Phone (State) Police 

Headquarters VCC (State) EOC 13 (State) Police Commander requests 11 officers currently providing security at (Event) be released for other critical assignments. 

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

3308-01 0300 Z Request for videographer support Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC 2 County EOC requests that State dispatch a video documentary team to record 

events at (Event). Common: 1. Planning

3002 0330 Z Request for evidence-handling 

instructions Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (State) EOC 10

Local WMD/HazMat investigators request assistance from state Radiation 

Regulatory Agency and Federal Bureau of Investigations regarding the proper 

packaging of radioactive material that may be recovered from the scene and used 

as evidence. 

Common: 2. 

Communications

3309-01 0415 Z Volunteer Agency request for threat 

intelligence E-mail (State) Volunteer 

Program Director VCC (State) EOC 5

E-mail from Director of state volunteer program is requesting information on any 

threats that may specifically target volunteer program facilities or employees. 

Concern is expressed that based on the attack on (Affected Jurisdiction), a similar 

attack may be made against state installations

Common: 1. Planning

3311 0420 Z Hotels in the area refusing to accept 

citizens for lodging Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 5

The EOC receives word that area hotels are not allowing citizens stay overnight. 

This is decision is thought to be out of concern for radiation contamination on hotel 

property. 

Prevent: 1. Information 

Gathering & Recognition

5503-02 0915 Z Receives notice of EOC activation E-mail (City) EOC VCC

(County) 

Emergency 

Management Duty 

Officer

5 (County) EOC responds to notice of city EOC activation.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4500 1330 Z State Mass Shelter Plan activation Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 6 (State) EOC determines implementation of mass shelter 

plan is necessary and directs implementation of the plan.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3145 1400 Z State National Guard to prepare for 

shelter operations Phone (State) National Guard HQ N/A (State) EOC 6

Citizens began gathering overnight at the (National Guard Armory) for 

decontamination based on rumors that the National Guard would provide equipment 

and facilities to do so. What should we tell these people. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3225 1400 Z Nuclear reactor facility requesting 

National Guard security Phone (Nuclear Facility) 

Operations Manager VCC (State) EOC 13 (Nuclear Facility) requests security plus up, suggests National Guard troops could be deployed.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

3165-01 1410 Z Spontaneous volunteers and donations 

inhibiting Salvation Army activities Phone (City) Salvation Army 

Office VCC

(City) Salvation 

Army Disaster 

Operations Officer

6

Salvation Army Switchboard notifies Salvation Army Incident Commander that the 

office voice mail box full with messages from spontaneous volunteers and the 

parking lot is filled near to capacity with in-kind donations and volunteers.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

6112 1430 Z EOC requests National Guard transport 

of food and water 

Expected Player 

Action

(State) National 

Guard N/A

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

7

State Emergency Management Agency requests 

National Guard assistance transporting food and water 

from (XXX to XXX). Requirement is to transport enough 

food and water to feed up to 5000 people.

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

3160 1450 Z Sampling data and laboratory analyses 

are given in 30-minute increments.

Expected Player 

Action

(State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 

Liaison at Incident 

Command

VCC (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency 10 Sampling plan followed and samples taken for laboratory analysis. Common: 1. Planning

3250-02 1500 Z 211 call center play begins. Phone N/A N/A N/A 15 211 call center begins play.

 Activation of the call center will 

be simulated, if it occurs earlier 

in exercise play. 211 controllers 

will inject the attached scripts 

throughout the day to test the 2-1-

 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3400-01 1500 Z Call for a Case Definition Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) EOC 8

(Hospitals) are seeing people from many parts of the region with nausea and 

vomiting who are concerned that they have Acute Radiation Sickness. Hospitals do 

not have a clear grasp of who is at risk.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning
4045 1500 Z Transportation Department adjusts work 

schedules.

Expected Player 

Action

(County) Department 

of Transportation 

Operations Center

N/A (County) EOC1 County Department of Transportation adjusts work schedules to accommodate 24 

hour operations.

(County) Department of Transportation Director of 

Operations notifies (County) EOC of 24/7 operations. 

Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

4411 1500 Z Animal Control employees don't show up 

for work. Phone (County) Animal Control Supervisors VCC (County) Animal Control Director 11

Almost half of County Animal Control employees fail to show up for work. Many call 

to say they are afraid to leave their houses, some are leaving town; 25% don't call at 

all.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

4882 1500 Z Police and fire requesting Critical 

Incident Stress Management (CISM) Phone

(City) Deputy Chief of 

Police and Deputy 

Fire Chief

VCC (City) EOC8 Senior city police and fire officials requesting additional (mutual aid) CISM 

support for personnel who are being relieved from the scene.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5144 1500 Z

Fire Department reports difficulty refilling Self-Contained Breathing 

Apparatus (SCBA) bottles.

Phone (City) Fire Incident 

Commander VCC

(City) Fire 

Department 

Operations Center

4

Oncoming crews at numerous fire stations report SCBA bottles are below required 

pressures per SOP’s. Spare SCBA bottles either have low pressure, are empty or 

are missing.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5202 1500 Z Fire Department Arson Unit requests 

assistance. Phone (City) Fire and Rescue Department VCC (City) FBI office 13 (City) Arson Investigations Unit reports that they are investigating two fires that occurred overnight at mosques. The locations are (XXX and XXX). 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5210 1500 Z Report of city Fire Department staffing 

levels Phone (City) Fire Department VCC (City) EOC

4

(City) Fire Deputy Chief states that staffing levels are about 20% below necessary 

levels within the Fire Operations Division. Personnel are unable to come to work for 

various reasons related to the (Event). 

Prevent: 4. Law 

Enforcement Investigation

5212 1500 Z Family members inquiring about 

firefighters Phone

International 

Association of Fire 

Fighters Local 

(XXXX) President

VCC (City) EOC 15

United Fire Fighters Local (XXX) reports that many family members of firefighters 

are calling the union hall asking about the safety of their husbands, wives, or other 

relations. How can we help get this information out the loved ones of our first 

responders?

Common: 1. Planning

5220 1500 Z International Association of Fire 

Fighters (IAFF) offering assistance Phone (City) Fire and 

Rescue Department VCC (City) EOC

4

IAFF President is calling and wants to speak to the Fire Chief and IAFF Local 

(XXX) President. The IAFF is assembling an executive support team to fly to (City) 

and support the Fire Department Operations. The first members of the team left 

Washington D.C. two hours ago and want to know where to assemble. 

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5362 1500 Z Employees requesting personal 

protective equipment Phone (City) EOC VCC (State) EOC

8

City employees are concerned about protection. Supervisors are requesting state 

Department of Environmental Quality support for identifying appropriate PPE for all 

first responders. 

Common: 1. Planning

5521 1500 Z Police requesting additional support Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

1

Officers at the critical intersection of (Location) report continued problems with 

traffic control. Requesting additional assistance. All available resources are 

committed. Pease advise. 

Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

5528-01 1500 Z Manager requests status reports from 

all departments. Phone (City) City Manager VCC (City) EOC

5 The (City) City Manager is requesting Status Reports from all city departments

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5534 1500 Z Suspicious package at library Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 13 Public Safety Answering Point notifies EOC that a suspicious package has been 

noticed at the (Library). 

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

5662 1500 Z Local media contacts State Radiation 

Regulatory Agency Phone Channel (XXX) 

Television Reporter VCC (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency 15 Local media reporter asks (State) Radiation Regulatory Agency to comment on the (Event), response and Protective Action Guidance.

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

8007 1500 Z Fire mutual aid resources en route Phone (City), (State) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC

4

(City), (State) Fire Department Chief called and advised that he has deployed three 

“Type I” Engines to (City) to assist. The three, four-person crews all volunteered to 

go and left at 0600 hours today. 

Respond: 22. Other

5363 1505 Z Security request at water treatment plant Phone (Sanitation District) 

Operations Manager VCC (City) EOC 13 (Operations Manager) is requesting additional security at the water treatment plants as well as the Waste water treatment site. Common: 1. Planning

5562 1505 Z Staffing shortage at Sheriff's office Phone

(County) Sheriff's 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (County) EOC 13

Thirty percent of enforcement and custody officers are not reporting for work? Has 

a tactical alert of full-mobilization order been issued? Has mutual aid been 

requested?

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

4705 1510 Z Motorist on freeways calling about traffic Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC

1 Motorists on freeways are trying to evacuate the city, but the freeways are 

gridlocked and people are stranded on the roadway. Some are funning out of gas. Common: 1. Planning

5264 1510 Z Suspicious package at airport Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Fusion 

Center 10

(Name) manager of (Airport) reporting that on (Date) a passenger left a bag at the 

airport after becoming ill. We now suspect that radiation may be emanating from 

it. Can you assist us to safety remove this bag?

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3313 1515 Z Food safety issue Phone (Vendor) VCC U.S. Department of 

Agriculture 11

(Vendor) is getting calls from other states, including (State) and (State), as well 

as some international customers concerned about the safety of beef from our 

plants. Can you assist us in alleviating their concerns?

Prevent: 3. Intel Info 

Sharing

3924 1515 Z Volunteers offering assistance Phone (State) EOC VCC (County) EOC5

The County Citizen Corp Coordinator receives a phone call indicating the state 

has a group of Citizen Emergency Response Team (CERT) approximately 50 

members from (State) wanting to volunteer.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

4071 1515 Z Shelter managers request equipment to 

communicate with other shelters. Phone (City) Red Cross Shelter Coordinator VCC (City) EOC

2 The Red Cross is requesting communication equipment so that they can 

communicate needs and information with other shelters.

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5554 1515 Z Additional law enforcement equipment 

needed Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC

7

Officers being relieved from the scene in (City) had to leave their equipment 

because of possible contamination. They need replacement equipment such as 

guns radios and cars

Common: 2. 

Communications

5281 1519 Z Food for first responders Phone (City) VCC (City) EOC7 (City) fire and police departments are requesting Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) for 

first responders.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5563 1529 Z Unified Incident Command request for 

food Phone (Event) Unified Incident Command VCC (City) Emergency Management

7 Incident Command at (Location) requesting additional food and water for 500 

responders at Mobilization Center located at (Location). Respond: 22. Other

4064 1530 Z Report of suspicious vehicle Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) FBI Office 13

City police have located a vehicle parked at (Location). When they ran a check on 

the plate a National Crime Information Center (NCIC) hit came back relating to 

(Event). The hit instructs officers to notify the FBI immediately. 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5135 1535 Z Sheriff requests Hazardous Materials 

and Special Needs population support. Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC

9

(City) Public Safety Answering Point is requesting radiological HazMat response 

and evacuation support for the area. Several special needs persons are within the 

evacuation area.

Respond: 9.Explosive 

Device Response 

Operations

5135-01 1545 Z Armed volunteers gather at police 

headquarters. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 13

The front desk officer at (City) Police Headquarters was contacted by several 

citizens who would like to volunteer. The citizens are armed and willing to work 

anywhere in the city

Respond:11.WMDHMat 

Response and Deacon

5262 1545 Z Homeless persons in city need 

assistance. Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) Police Unit 

(Unit) 13

Neighbors in the area of (Large Retail Establishment) have observed several 

people with shopping carts walking through neighborhoods. Can Police drive by to 

check on looting? 

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5552 1547 Z Concerned citizens wish to assist city 

police. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) City Hall 13

John Birch has formed a concerned citizens group of 8 individuals. They have 

weapons and are ready and willing to assist police in law enforcement efforts. They 

are willing to shoot looters on site and want to know where to go and who to report 

to.

Respond:20.Mass Care 

(Sheltering & Feeding)

5544 1549 Z National Guard media inquiry Phone AM (XXX) Radio 

News Reporter VCC

(State) National 

Guard 

Headquarters

15

Local media reports that the National Guard has arrived at (Location). Local media 

raises issue that some citizens they've interviewed are "troubled" by the fact that 

National Guardsmen are armed with automatic weapons and armored vehicles. 

Why are they being deployed like this?

Protect: 5. Other

3130-02 1600 Z Report of short staffing in State longterm recovery programs E-mail (State) Deputy State 

Coordinating Officer VCC (State) EOC

5

Deputy State Coordinating Officer reports high absenteeism among program 

personnel needed to staff recovery functions. Can the EOC coordinate a state fullmobilization order and mutual aid from other departments? 

Common: 2. 

Communications

3808 1600 Z Request from county for reentry plan Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 10, 8, 

5,

City Public Information Officers need help fielding requests asking when it will be 

ok for residents to return home and how can they ensure their homes and business 

are safe?

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4083 1600 Z Death of elderly female motorist Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) EOC

8

An elderly woman was evacuated by her family from the (Event) area and has died in 

the family minivan from an apparent heart attack. They are located on Highway 79 

south of Florence Junction. Can you confirm the Coroner is en-route?

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4500-22 1600 Z Volunteers at arrive at fire stations Phone

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC (City) EOC5 Church and other community groups are showing up at fire stations with food 

donations and want to know where to go to volunteer.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5206 1600 Z Gas stations report fuel hoarding and 

fueling in unsafe containers Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) EOC

7

The (City) Public Safety Answering Point is referring numerous calls to the 

(County) Sheriff's Department. Callers are gas station operators from outside of 

city-center who are reporting instances of gasoline hoarding and fueling of unsafe 

containers.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

5207 1600 Z police officers missing court 

appearances Phone

(County) Court 

Administrative 

Director

VCC (City) EOC5 (City) Police Officers are not attending court because of operational needs. Courts 

are calling the EOC to report no-shows of officers on scheduled court cases.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

5271 1600 Z City Attorney request for information Phone (City) City Attorney's 

Office VCC (County) EOC

5 (City) attorney is requesting clarification on mutual agreements within (County) 

County. When can resources requested be withheld?

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5466 1600 Z City attorney requested to provide 

information Phone

(City) Bargaining 

Unit (Unit #) 

President

VCC (City) Attorney's 

Office

5

City employees are concerned about their health as it relates to radiation. What 

responsibilities does the city have to identify, monitor and protect against the health 

of all city workers? 

Common: 1. Planning

5513-01 1600 Z Public concerned about safety Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC

8 (City) Public Safety Answering Point informs EOC of large volumes of calls 

concerning the (Hospital) overwhelmed by worried-well.

Common: 3. Risk 

Management

5663 1600 Z Salvation Army activates 

Donation/Volunteer Management Plan

Expected Player 

Action The Salvation Army N/A (State) EOC

6

The Salvation Army (State) EOC that they have activated 

their donations management plan and need Volunteer 

Reception Centers established

Respond:17.Medical 

Surge

6115 1600 Z Police Department reporting a 20% 

reduction in work force Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC 5, 13 The (City) Police Department reports a 20% reduction in work force. Respond: 4.Volunteer Management & Donation

5130 1610 Z Police Lieutenant requests 

interoperability with State Police Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC

2

(City) Police arriving at (Location) are unable to communicate with the State Police 

via standard 800 MHz radio. They are requesting a radio patch to communicate 

with (State) Police Officers operating in the area. 

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

5136 1610 Z Gas stations across city are closing 

doors without security Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC 13 Gas stations in the city are closing unless police departments can security. Common: 2. Communications

5525 1610 Z Multiple highway vehicle accidents Phone (State) Police 

Dispatch Center VCC (County) EOC

1

State Police are currently working two accidents with injuries at (Location) and 

(Location). The Sergeant on-scene is requesting assistance to re-routing the 

overwhelming amount of traffic leaving from (City).

Protect: 5. Other

4500-02 1615 Z Police need additional officers for 

evacuations Phone

(City) Police 

Evacuation Officer-inChargeVCC

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

13, 1

(City) Police at (Location) are requesting ten marked patrol units to divert traffic 

away from the area. They also needs ten additional units to begin evacuations. What 

additional units can be made available?

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

5135-04 1615 Z Police need additional officers for 

evacuations Phone (City) Police Department VCC

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

13, 1 Officers are concerned about the filters on their mask and are requesting new 

filters be issued.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5250 1615 Z Police are requesting assistance with a 

Bi-Polar individual Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) EOC 13

Police are reporting that a black male, who appears to be bi-polar is in a store 

hiding in corner, attacking anyone who tries to help him. The Police are seeking 

guidance on how to deal with this type of individuals.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

4200 1618 Z Regional Response Team responds to 

city

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Incident 

Management Team VCC (City) EOC

2

Type II Incident Management Team enroute to (Event) is reporting they are unable 

to contact Incident Command. Please provide contact numbers and radio 

bands/frequencies 

Respond: 22. Other

5345 1620 Z Air Operations Phone

(County) Fire 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (City) EOC2

(County) Fire Department is deploying a communications net for AIROPS using 

existing UASI communications assets. Please provide band, frequency and tone 

information for all air assets. 

Common: 2. 

Communications

5470 1620 Z Air Operations Phone

(County) Fire 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (State) EOC2 (County) Fire Department requesting U.S. Forest Service HeliBase Crew to staff 

Air Operations activity at (Location)

Common: 2. 

Communications

6116 1620 Z State Donation Management System 

activated

Expected Player 

Action The Salvation Army N/A (State) EOC

5

Large numbers of donors wishing to help with resources 

prompts system activation to handle in-kind goods offers. 

Administrator identified to process offers. Press 

releases developed to get information to public.

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5532 1623 Z Report that city gas stations are 

rationing fuel and price gouging Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 5, 14 City Public Safety Answering Point receiving multiple reports of gas stations 

rationing fuel and price gouging Common: 5. Other

4416 1630 Z Report of road repair needed E-mail Concerned Citizen VCC (County) EOC1 A bridge is out at (Location). Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6117 1630 Z

Volunteer Reception Centers 

established in to handle flood of 

volunteers

Expected Player 

Action The Salvation Army N/A (State) EOC

5

Calls from people wanting to help are overwhelming 

voluntary organizations and public inquiry telephone 

lines. A recommendation from the Salvation Army to 

establish volunteer reception centers goes to the (State) 

EOC

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

3904-01 1645 Z Updates to 211 Information and Referral Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A (State) Department of Human Services 15 The 24-hour state disaster hotline should be updated 

with the new information regarding food and water safety

Common: 2. 

Communications

4500-03 1645 Z Stranded motorist on highways and 

county roads, food and water request Phone (County) Sheriff's Office VCC (County) EOC

6

(County) Sheriff's Dispatch reports traffic in many areas is at a standstill. Food and 

water is needed for those on the highways in disabled vehicles. Relief stations 

(restrooms) are also needed.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5366 1645 Z Fire Department call volume increase Phone Regional Fire 

Dispatch VCC (City) EOC 4, 10, 7

(City) Fire Department reports they are experiencing a 20-25% increase in calls 

for assistance. Fire/EMS resource levels are extremely low in the region. A 

majority of the calls are requests for radiological information or detection. 

Consequently, HazMat resources are fully-committed. 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

425 1700 Z

FEMA (Region) Regional Response 

Coordination Center creates mission 

assignment for ESF #8

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA (Region) 

Regional Response 

Coordination Center

N/A

U.S. Department of 

Health & Human 

Services

8

FEMA Regional Response Coordination Center creates 

mission assignment for ESF #8 regarding worried well. 

Implement plan to disperse information and coordination 

to state and local mental health agencies and to state 

Department of Environmental Quality to deal with the 

situation.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

0550* 1700 Z Principal Federal Official (PFO) arrives 

at State EOC

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA (Region) 

Regional Response 

Coordination Center

N/A (State) Emergency 

Operation Center

5 Principal Federal Official (PFO) arrives at (State) EOC Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3140 1700 Z Request for National Guard security Face to Face (City) EOC VCC (State) EOC 13

(City) Police Department is running thin on police 

officers to assist with security at (Location) and requests 

assistance from (State) EOC.

Common: 1. Planning

3600 1700 Z University requests assistance for 

security of international student housing Phone (University) VCC (City) EOC 13 (University) requests assistance for security of international student housing.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4015-02 1700 Z Assess shelter status within (County) Expected Player 

Action (County) EOC N/A (State) Red Cross

6 Request for numbers of persons currently being cared 

for at the local shelters within (County).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4055-01 1700 Z Assess special needs populations Expected Player 

Action

(County) 

Administrator N/A (County) Health Department

6

Contact local governments and volunteers agencies to 

determine the number and needs of any populations 

requiring special assistance

Request for portable radios Phone Regional Fire 

Dispatch VCC (County) EOC

2 Regional Fire Dispatch reports to (County) EOC that they cannot meet all 

requests for portable radios. Additional radios needed. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5344 1700 Z Shortage of portable radio batteries Phone Regional Fire 

Dispatch VCC (County) EOC

7 Regional Fire Dispatch needs (#) AA batteries ASAP in order to power hand-held 

radios. Normal supplies have been exhausted or held back in case of other needs. 

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

5344-01 1700 Z Report of anticipated shelter needs Phone (County) EOC VCC The Red Cross6 Due to gridlocked traffic near (Location), it is estimated that as many as (#) 

evacuees will need shelter for 1-2 days near this highway locations.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

4500-25 1710 Z Barricade request Phone (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC7 (City) EOC is requesting (#) Type III barricades from (County) Public Works 

Department (neighboring, unaffected county).

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4500-04 1715 Z Animal Control employees request 

stress management assistance Face to Face (County) Animal 

Control Division VCC (County) EOC

8 (County) Animal Control employees request stress management support. Common: 1. Planning

4884 1718 Z Report of civil disturbances Radio - Public 

Safety (City) EOC VCC (City) EOC 13 Civil disturbances occurring near (Location). Respond: 5.Responder Safety and Health

5522 1720 Z Amateur radio operators Phone (State) EOC 

Perimeter Security VCC (State) EOC

5

(#) vehicles and (#) citizens appear at front gate of State EOC site. They tell gate 

guard they are amateur radio operators reporting to help. The Guard asks for FCC 

licenses, but they do not have licenses with them. Guards are asking if they should 

be admitted. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3003 1730 Z Roadways leading out of city are 

gridlocked SIMCELL (State) Department of Transportation VCC (County) EOC

1 State Department of Transportation advises that all transportation routes leading 

out of the city gridlocked wit evacuees

Common: 2. 

Communications

5533 1730 Z Salvation Army Resources are critically 

low Phone (City) Salvation Army Office VCC (State) Salvation Army Office

5 Salvation Army resources are running low. The highways are jammed and 

obtaining additional resources is difficult.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

6118 1730 Z Gas stations requesting police Phone (County) EOC VCC (City) EOC 13 Gas stations in the (Location) area are requesting police to help establish and 

maintain order. People are starting to fight over gas.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5254 1732 Z First responders requesting dedicated 

routes Phone (State) EOC VCC (County) EOC

1 First responders requesting dedicated routes throughout the state, including 

within (County) County.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4500-09 1735 Z City Fire Department requests for pet 

rescue assistance Phone (City) Fire Department VCC (City) EOC 11 (City) Fire requesting assistance from County Animal Control to maintain availability for other life/safety calls.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5476 1737 Z Public is dropping off possibly 

contaminated clothing at police stations Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 5, 15 The Central City Precinct commander is concerned about people dropping off 

clothing at the precinct that is possibly contaminated.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5251 1742 Z Mosque in City seeks Police Department 

protection Phone (City) Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 13

Abuben Yenrab Nahag is the Iman at the Mosque in (City). He called to advise that 

he is conducting a prayer service tonight for the dead and injured from the (Event) 

yesterday. He is afraid for the members of his congregation and wants (City) police 

to provide security.

Protect: 5. Other

5551 1743 Z Employees are not showing up for work Phone (City) Post Office VCC (Regional) Post 

Office

5 Production Supervisor calls to report high absenteeism in (City) Post Office. Protect: 5. Other

8001 1745 Z Request for fuel resupply at fair grounds Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC7 (County) EOC is requesting additional fuel for evacuees at the Fair Ground's 

receptions site Respond: 22. Other

4066 1800 Z County Fuel request Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) Department 

of Transportation

7

We have motorists stranded without gas near intersection of (Hwy# / Hwy#). Can 

you provide fuel for these motorists so that we can keep the flow of evacuation 

moving? 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4500-06 1800 Z Mosque requests assistance from 

Police Department to manage protestors Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

13

The Mosque at (Location) has requested police to respond to a large crowd of 

protesters outside the mosque protesting the earlier bombings. The caller 

estimates the crowd is 500 or more.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5120 1800 Z Firefighters need food and cash Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 Firefighters report that they need food brought to the fire stations. Many firefighters 

are out of cash and local ATM’s are empty

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5222 1800 Z EMS supplies and backboard shortage Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 (City) fire stations have reported a shortage of critical EMS supplies including 

backboards

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5335 1800 Z Media arrive at fire stations to conduct 

interviews E-mail Regional Fire Dispatch VCC (City) EOC 15 Media showing up at fire stations to interview fire fighters. Respond: 3.Critical Resource Logistics

5338 1800 Z Comptroller request for information Phone (City) Comptroller VCC (City) EOC5

The (City) Comptroller is calling to ensure effective cost tracking is occurring and 

that all costs are assigned a specific index number, especially for the overtime 

costs incurred in response to the (Event).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5467 1800 Z Missing firefighters Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC

4

(City) Fire Department reports that they have not been able to contact roughly 25 off

duty fire fighters. Dispatch is unsure of the status of these individuals and has no 

resources to follow up. Are there people available to find them?

Recover 4: Other

5471 1800 Z Community members demanding 

updated information Phone (City) City Council 

Members VCC (City) EOC 15

City Council members demanding current information regarding (Event) including 

spread of contamination, numbers of displaced people and general aid being 

provided. 

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5664 1800 Z

Salvation Army activates radio 

communications plan due to cellular 

phone problems

Expected Player 

Action The Salvation Army N/A The Salvation Army

2

Overloaded cell phone system causing slow down in 

operations. Request establishment of radio net as 

backup

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

6119 1800 Z

Vendors are not able to provide cafeteria 

or cleaning services due to high 

absenteeism

Phone USPS Private Sector VCC (City) Postal Office5 Site Services Manager call to report the cafeteria will be closed and no janitorial 

service is available due to lack of employees.

Common: 2. 

Communications

8003 1800 Z County HazMat assistance request Radio - Public 

Safety

(State) Department of 

Transportation Field 

Office

VCC (State) Police 

Headquarters 10

Department of Transportation has requested assistance to reroute two commercial 

trucks hauling inhibited polymer. Both trucks are in the east bound lane of (Hwy#) at 

(Location).

Respond: 22. Other

4500-07 1805 Z Road Failure E-mail Concerned Citizen VCC (County) Public 

Works Department

3 There is a 15' X 20' X5' hole at (Location). Immediate response required to repair. Respond:11.WMDHMat 

Response and Deacon

4414 1813 Z City police request guidance on 

operations in contaminated areas

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (City) EOC 10 City police request guidance on operations in contaminated areas Recover 1. Structural 

Damage & Mitigation

5523 1815 Z Citizens volunteering to assist with 

patrols Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC 13

A dozen block watch groups have organized and are at the (Location) volunteering 

to assist the police department with patrols of the neighborhoods. They realize 

departments are short-handed and are willing to assist in any way. Can you use 

them?

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

5252 1821 Z County bridge construction Radio - Public 

Safety (Vendor) VCC (County) Public 

Works Department

1 Requesting traffic control assistance due to current bridge construction at 

(Location). 

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

4500-08 1823 Z

State Department of Environmental 

Quality responds to public inquiries 

about the safety of drinking water and 

wastewater

Phone

(State) Department of 

Environmental Quality 

Call Center 

Supervisor

VCC

Department of 

Environmental 

Quality

15, 8

(State) Department of Environmental Quality is receiving several calls from 

concerned citizens about the safety of the drinking water and wastewater in the area 

of (Event).

Common: 1. Planning

3069 1830 Z Salvation Army establishes tactical radio 

net Radio - Amateur The Salvation Army VCC (State) EOC

5

Due to interruption in cell phone coverage and heavy landline traffic The Salvation 

Army establishes a local VHF tactical net to support operations and is passing 

message traffic to State EOC

Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

6122 1830 Z Suspicious vehicle at State Capitol - all 

clear Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC

1

The (City) Police Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Unit has cleared the 

vehicle at the Capital. They are requesting instructions on what to do with the 

vehicle.

Common: 2. 

Communications

5135-05 1835 Z Union Pacific Rail Road concerned 

about rail line Phone (Rail Operator) VCC (City) EOC

1 (Rail Operator) is concerned about the security and of rail line through (City). Prevent: 4. Law 

Enforcement Investigation

5516 1845 Z Call from Amateur Radio operator from 

agriculture facility Phone (Vendor) VCC

(Federal) U.S. 

Department of 

Agriculture

11

Milk is backing up at their plant and much bad information has been assumed about 

the safety of milk products. Their product is not moving off retail shelves. Please 

help. 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3925 1848 Z Multiple vehicle accident Radio - Public 

Safety

(County) Sheriff's 

Office VCC (State) EOC

1

(City) Police Department has advised that due to the traffic problems, a five-car 

accident with casualties has occurred at (Location). A tractor trailer, a van, a 

convertible, and 2 pickup trucks are involved. Eastbound travel on (Hwy#) near 

(Location) will be stopped for several hours while rescue and clean-up continue. 

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

300 1900 Z

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Region personnel deploy with (ERT-A) 

to state

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 10 EPA Region (Region) personnel deploy with ERT-A to 

state.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

640 1900 Z Emergency Response Team-Advance 

(ERT-A) deploys to state

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A

5 Emergency Response Team-Advance (ERT-A) plane 

departs from (Airport) to (State) EOC. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3907 1900 Z Epidemiological Data Unit working on 

tracking exposure to contamination

Expected Player 

Action

U.S. Department of 

Health Services N/A U.S. Department of Health Services 10 Epidemiological Data Unit working on tracking exposure to contamination

Protect: 3. 

Epidemiological 

Surveillance

4015 1900 Z Request damage assessment from local 

towns and cities Phone (County) County 

Manager N/A (County) EOC

5 (County) County Manager is requesting damage assessment information from 

local jurisdictions. Recover 4: Other

4054 1900 Z County develops current county cost 

expenditures

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A

5 (County) develops estimate of damage costs. Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

5331 1900 Z Firefighter received call from unknown 

male about event Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC 13

(County) firefighter (name) received a call on a public line. A male voice said he 

had some information about the (Event) but would not give his name or any more 

details over the phone. 

5468 1900 Z Special needs individual did not receive 

meals Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (County) EOC

6

(City) Public Safety Answering Point received a call from a special needs individual 

living in (City). Caller states she did not receive her evening meal last night and 

has not received her breakfast meal. She has been trying to call (County) Human 

Services (her meal provider). Please help

Prevent: 3. Intel Info 

Sharing

5514 1900 Z Police and fire personnel need 

replacement of contaminated equipment Phone (City) Police and Fire Chiefs VCC (City) EOC

7 (#) sets of turnout gear, ballistic vests and weapons have been contaminated and 

need to be replaced.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5514-01 1900 Z Request for guidance due to the lack of 

equipment E-mail (City) Police and Fire Chiefs VCC (City) EOC 4,13

Request policy-level discussion with Mayor, City Manager and City Attorney 

regarding response with sub-optimal personal protective equipment for 

responders. 

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5514-02 1900 Z Police request equipment and weapons 

from National Guard E-mail (City) EOC VCC

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

13 (City) police chief requests 200 sets of turnout, ballistic vests and weapons from 

the National Guard

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5531 1901 Z Equipment needs deacon before 

returning to service Phone (City) Department of General Services VCC (City) EOC 10 City fleet manager calling EOC needing guidance in type and level of decontamination required for apparatus.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5367 1910 Z Communications limitation Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (City) EOC2

(City) responders report that they cannot communicate with (City) Incident 

Management Team. Incident Commander requests assistance to establish 

communications interoperability. 

Recover 4: Other

3070 1930 Z Police request radiation detection 

equipment. Phone (State) Capitol Police VCC

(State) Department 

of Environmental 

Quality

10 Request to (State) Department of Environmental Quality for detection equipment at 

the State Capitol

Common: 2. 

Communications

4500-11 1930 Z Medical response - woman giving birth Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (County) EOC

5

This is (City) Dispatch. We were contacted by a pregnant woman in labor at 

(Location). Her contractions are 2 minutes apart. Her vehicle is located along the 

highway. We are fully committed to (Event). Can County Fire pick out this and other 

outlying City medical calls?

Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

7300 1930 Z Power Failure in State EOC 

communications room Phone (State) EOC VCC (State) EOC

5

A power failure has occurred in the (State) EOC communications room. All radio 

communications from that room are disrupted. RACES amateur radio operators 

need to move to another location and re-establish communications.

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations Support

5524 1934 Z Report of assault and battery at gas 

station SIMCELL (City) Police 

Operations Center VCC (City) EOC 13 Gas station attendant at (Location) was assaulted while assisting elderly citizen dispensing fuel.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3004-01 1945 Z RACES operators contact volunteers 

due to power failure in State EOC

Expected Player 

Action (State) EOC N/A (State) EOC

5

Following power failure in the (State) EOC 

communications room, RACES operators are to reestablish contact with network operators. Protect: 5. Other

3912 1945 Z Integrated Health System is requesting 

Strategic National Stockpile support

Expected Player 

Action (Hospital) N/A (County) EOC

8 Fred Gallagher from Hospital calls to request 

STRATEGIC NATIONAL STOCKPILE medical support.

Common: 2. 

Communications

4500-12 1945 Z Possible exposure Phone (County) Deputy 

Sheriff VCC (County) EOC 10, 8

This is Deputy (name). I'm at the intersection of (Hwy# / Hwy#). A lady stopped me 

stating her passenger was near the initial blast zone and may have been exposed. 

Please provide instructions.

Respond:18.Medical 

Supplies Management 

and Distribution

5275 1956 Z Police precincts are running short on 

patrol cars Phone

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (City) EOC 13 Police precincts are running short on patrol cars for their officers. What other 

vehicles might be available for use?

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

4500-13 2000 Z Hospital emergency room overloaded Phone (Hospital) VCC (County) EOC 8, 7, 

13

This is (name). The hospital emergency room is overloaded with people, both 

contaminated and with psychological casualties. The hospital is in lock-down mode. 

The hospital emergency room parking lot is filled with possible victims. 

Requesting law enforcement and additional medical personnel.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5340 2000 Z Slow repairs to damaged fire apparatus Phone (City) Fire and 

Rescue Department VCC (City) EOC

7

Several city fire crews report long delays in tire replacements. Tires have been 

damaged from driving over debris while operating at (Event). The tire vendor has 

concerns about exposing his employees to radioactive debris. 

Respond:16.Triage and 

Pre-Hospital Treatment

5515 2000 Z Citizens complaining of radiation 

sickness seeking medical assistance Phone (City) Mayor's Office VCC (City) EOC 15 Citizens from all over the city are calling City Hall to seek help for radiation sickness

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5263 2010 Z Police headquarters is receiving 

hundreds of calls about donations Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC 15 The (City) Police front desk is receiving hundreds of calls from citizens about where they can donate food and clothing for evacuees.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

8000 2010 Z Chemical Truck Driver Calls to Report 

Delivery Delays Phone USPS Private Sector VCC USPS Private Sector

1 Driver calls to describe traffic congestion Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

4500-14 2015 Z Citizens concerned about contamination Phone (211 Operations 

Manager) VCC (County) EOC 10, 8

This is 211 Information and Referral. We are receiving calls from (Location). 

People are wondering if they have been contaminated or if they should evacuate 

before they become contaminated. They are demanding to know the risks of 

contamination.

Respond: 22. Other

4415 2020 Z Road Repair E-mail

(City) Police 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (City) Department 

of Transportation

1 (City) Police reports (Location) has a large hole in the roadway that requires 

immediate attention.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

5535 2020 Z Columns of smoke seen in evacuated 

area

Radio - Public 

Safety

(City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (City) EOC

4 (Name) lives at (Location) and has observed smoke coming from the evacuated 

area north and west of his location.

Recover 1. Structural 

Damage & Mitigation

5113 2025 Z Report of suspicious activity around fuel 

farm Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 13

Officers protecting the fuel farms at (Location) have detained a subject who was 

acting suspicious and taking photographs of the fuel farm. The subject claims he is 

doing a story on terrorism and needs the photos for his story.

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations Support

3926 2033 Z Governor's Office request Phone (State) Governor's 

Office VCC

(Federal) U.S. 

Department of 

Agriculture

11 Governor (Governor) wants a assessment of risk to agriculture for posting to the 

state's website and 211 Information and Referral site ASAP.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

4500-15 2035 Z Shelters request crisis counseling Phone (State) Red Cross VCC (County) EOC 6, 8 Shelters call to report that they need help with crisis counseling. Dozens of people 

at the shelters are visibly emotionally shaken at the recent events.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

8002 2035 Z Cargo flights backed up due to Airport 

shutdown Phone (USPS) Private Sector VCC (USPS) Private Sector

1 Shipping and receiving calls to report material delays Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

4500-26 2038 Z Animal shelters requested Phone (State) Red Cross VCC (County) EOC 11 The shelters are requesting assistance with pets. Respond: 22. Other

4500-16 2040 Z Switchboard overload Phone (County) 311 VCC (County) EOC 15

Government 311 is overwhelmed with calls. Many callers are (County) residents 

with questions about the whereabouts of their loved ones who were affected by 

(Event). Callers are demanding information.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

4885 2044 Z A dog in the pet evacuation shelter 

attacks a worker Face to Face (County) Animal 

Control VCC (County) EOC 11

A Rottweiler at the pet evacuation shelter attacks and injures a county Animal 

Control worker who is walking another dog. The employee receives bites on both 

arms and left leg. There is severe bleeding from the right arm. 

Common: 2. 

Communications

3180 2100 Z National Guardsmen bring families to 

armories for shelter E-mail

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

VCC (State) EOC6

(State) National Guard Joint Operations Center reports information from National 

Guard Armories around the state that soldiers and airmen have been bringing their 

families with them when reporting to armories. Approximately 1500 family members 

are in need of food and shelter.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

4500-17 2100 Z Road rage incident Phone

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC (County) EOC 13 This is dispatch. We are receiving calls regarding road rage near intersection of 

(Hwy# / Hwy#).

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

5330 2100 Z Fire crews request radiation brochures 

for public distribution Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 15

Calls from various fire crews requesting some type of handout or brochure that 

they can give to the public regarding radiation contamination and what to do about 

it.

Common: 2. 

Communications
4500-19 2110 Z Food Donations Phone (Vendor) VCC (County) EOC

5 This is the plant manager of Ross Labs Products. We would like to donate baby 

formula to the evacuees of the disaster.

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

4707 2110 Z Crowd starting to form outside detention 

facility

Radio - Public 

Safety (Detention Facility) VCC

(County) Sheriffs 

Department 

Operations Center

13

Crowd starting to form outside (Detention Facility). Family and friends of prisoners 

want to know if their loved ones have been exposed and why they can not visit them in 

the jail.

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5276 2111 Z Bus operator is reporting supply 

shortages of liquid natural gas Phone (Bus Operator) VCC (City) EOC

7

(Bus Operator) is reporting they didn't received their shipment of LNG for buses. 

When they contacted the vendor they were told that they will not be able to deliver 

another shipment until late Saturday. We need fuel if busses are to continue 

assisting with evacuations. 

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

0650* 2115 Z Emergency Response Team-Advance 

(ERT-A) arrives in state

Expected Player 

Action

(Region/FEMA) 

FEMA Region N/A (State) EOC

5 Emergency Response Team-Advance (ERT-A) arrives 

and reports to the (State) EOC.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5570 2120 Z

Retired Civil Defense captain contacts 

elected officials regarding a cache of 

Geiger counters

Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (City) EOC 10

Retired Civil Defense worker has made contact with elected officials. He is offering 

the use of 10 Geiger counters and dosimeters to assist first responders in 

checking homes, animals and other personal property for contamination.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

4500-21 2122 Z Request for traffic control Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (County) EOC

1 (City) requests resources to assist with traffic control. Respond: 22. Other

3300 2130 Z Power restored to the state EOC 

communications room Message (State) EOC VCC (State) EOC

5

The second shift of RACES amateur radio operators reported for duty at 2030Z. 

The second shift receives a "change of command" briefing from first shift 

volunteers. The second shift assumes control of communication assets in the 

state's Mobile Operations Center. Power is restored to (State) EOC so vehicle is 

being used as RACES workspace and for redundant communications. 

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4500-23 2135 Z Motorists stranded near city Radio - Public 

Safety

(County) Public 

Safety Answering 

Point

VCC

(County) Sheriff's 

Department 

Operations Center

9 County Sheriff’s Department is receiving calls to rescue stranded individuals at 

intersection of (Highway# / Highway#). 

Common: 2. 

Communications

4500-24 2145 Z Road closure Radio - Public 

Safety

(County) Sheriff's 

Office VCC (County) EOC

1

Due to a vehicle accident at intersection of (Highway#/Highway#), all lanes are 

blocked. (County) Department of Transportation is working to identify an alternate 

route for responders enroute to (Event) and for evacuees leaving the area. 

Respond:10. Firefighting 

Operations Support

430 2200 Z

FEMA Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for 

ESF #10

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA Region 

(Region) N/A EPA Region (Region) 5, 10

FEMA (Region) Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for ESF #10 to 

support (State) Department of Environmental Quality in 

assessing drinking water systems for radiological 

contamination and restoring wastewater system capacity.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4065 2200 Z Request for Type 2 Incident 

Management Team Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC

4 (County) EOC is asking (State) for a Type 2 Incident Management Team to relieve 

their EOC staff

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4081 2200 Z Disposal concerns of perishable goods 

in numerous trucks left parked Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (County) EOC

5

(County) EOC has been contacted by several trucking firms reporting that 

numerous food trucks have been parked in the traffic along (Hwy#) for days due to 

restricted truck traffic in an out of (City).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4708 2200 Z Prisoners in detention facility start to riot Radio - Public 

Safety (Detention Facility) VCC

(County) Sheriffs 

Department 

Operations Center

13

Detention staff anxiously use Sheriff's Department radio to notify all deputies that 

prisoners at (Detention Facility) have started to riot. Prisoners are trying to breach 

perimeter fencing.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5332 2200 Z Six "Bomberos" from Mexico are at city 

fire station Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC

4 Six Mexican Bomberos who were visiting the US are now at (City) Fire Station 

(Fire Station #) and are volunteering to help.

Respond: 1.Onsite 

Incident Management

5334 2200 Z Stores locally are offering free drinks to 

Public Safety Employees E-mail (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC

4

AM/PM and Circle K stores are offering free fountain drinks and coffee to public 

safety employees. Fire Supervisors are requesting direction as to city policy under 

these circumstances.

Recover 4: Other

5543 2200 Z Several stray cats and dogs are seen 

around Riverview Park Phone (City) Concerned 

Citizen VCC (City) EOC 11

(Name) runs at (Location) every morning, this morning he observed several stray 

cats and a pack of dogs roaming around. He believes they are from the animal 

shelter and may be contaminated with radioactive dust.

Common: 2. 

Communications

3909 2209 Z EOC request for support Message (City) EOC VCC (County) EOC6 The (City) EOC contacts the (County) EOC to request the Medical Reserve Corps 

to support the evacuation shelters.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

3076 2215 Z

Department of Environmental Quality 

responds to requests for updates on 

public health, life and safety

Phone (State) Governor's 

Office VCC

Department of 

Environmental 

Quality

10 (State) Department of Environmental Quality requested to report to the Governor's 

Office an updates on status of public health and safety following the (Event). 

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

4901 2231 Z Citizens request protective measures for 

family pets. Phone (City) Concerned Citizen VCC (County) Animal Control 15, 11 Citizens requesting protective measures for family pets Respond: 8.Environmental Health

305 2300 Z EPA Region IX PIO reports to the Joint 

Information Center.

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 15 EPA Region (Region) Public Information Officer reports 

to the Joint Information Center.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

3005 2300 Z State regional communications vehicles 

needed. Phone (State) EOC VCC (County) EOC

2 (State) EOC Communications Unit requests a radio operator in each county EOC 

to initiate a radio call to the state EOC to confirm radio communications.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5218 2300 Z Civilians and police eat fire station food. Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (City) EOC4 Fire Stations reports having to feed evacuees and that police officers are camping 

out and drinking all the coffee and tea. The kitty man is pissed. 

Common: 2. 

Communications

5223 2300 Z Firestar program exceptions to purchase 

items for public Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (City) EOC4

Numerous calls are being made to the “Firstar” program coordinator. Crews are 

asking if exceptions to the policy to purchase needed items for public seeking 

assistance

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5665 2300 Z School districts request information. Phone (County) School 

Districts VCC (County) EOC 10 (County) school districts are requesting information regarding whether they can to prepare to open in the next couple of days

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

3912-01 2356 Z

Request for Strategic National Stockpile 

medical assets to assist local burn 

center.

Phone (County) Department 

of Health Services VCC (County) EOC

8

(County) EOC will request Strategic National Stockpile 

medical assets to assist with medical treatment of burn 

patients

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

3200-01 2500 National Guard vehicle drives off road 

and damages private property. Phone (State) National 

Guard VCC

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

1

A National Guard 5000-gallon fuel tanker drives off road at (Location) and 

damages two cars in the process. Driver of truck reports a broken leg, other 

passenger OK. Two vehicles are totaled; only minor injuries. Initial reports 

indicates containment of entire fuel load. 

Respond:18.Medical 

Supplies Management 

and Distribution

3220 2500 National Guard Armory receives bomb 

threat. Message (State) National 

Guard VCC

(State) National 

Guard Joint 

Operations Center

10 National Guard planning staff receives information of bomb threat at (City) Armory.

Common: 4.Community 

Preparedness and 

Participation

435 0100 Z

FEMA (Region) Regional Response 

Coordination Center creates mission 

assignment for ESFs #3 and #10.

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA Region 

(Region) N/A (U.S.) Army Corps of Engineers 3, 10

FEMA (Region) Regional Response Coordination 

Center creates mission assignment for ESF #3 and #10 

regarding (County) EOC, having confirmed the 

possibility of drinking water contamination, asks (State) 

EOC for support to provide a safety assessment of 

drinking water and wastewater services for shelter. 

Common: 3. Risk 

Management

3250-03 0900 Z National Atmospheric Release Advisory 

Center (NARAC) flyover Phone (State) Radiation 

Regulatory Agency VCC

(Federal) U.S. 

Department of 

Energy

10, 8 Request to provide flyover to collect characterization data Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

0600 1300 Z Initial Operation Facility (IOF) stood up 

in State.

Expected Player 

Action

FEMA Region 

(Region) N/A (State) Emergency 

Operation Center

5 Initial Operation Facility (IOF) stood up in (State)

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

3185 1400 Z

National Guard provides costs for 

operation to State Emergency 

Management Agency

Expected Player 

Action

(State) National 

Guard N/A (State) EOC

5 National Guard provides costs for response operations 

to date and projected through week end. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

310 1500 Z PIO requests information from EOC. Expected Player 

Action

EPA Region 

(Region) PIO N/A (Federal) EPA Region EOC 10

Environmental Protection Agency PIO requests support 

on preparation of press release regarding health risks 

associated with use of drinking water.

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

4067 1500 Z Additional staffing needed for sheltering 

sites. Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC

6 (County) is asking for additional support staff for three reception sites

Respond:15.Emergency 

Public Information & 

Warning

4082 1500 Z Request for damage assessment team. Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC5 (County) EOC is requesting a Damage Assessment Team to come to (County). Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4085 1500 Z Family reunification plan Message (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC6 Request to activate family reunification plan through the State of (State). Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4409 1500 Z Roadway Section Evaluation Phone (County) Department 

of Transportation VCC (State) EOC

1

The (Event) will necessitate detours to normal transportation routes. Affected 

roadways will be required to handle loads and traffic that exceed their original 

design specifications. (County) Department of Transportation to develop of an 

estimate of maintenance costs and structure upgrades with the (State) Department 

of Transportation. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

4709 1500 Z Sheriff’s Office has a 35% staffing 

shortage at patrol offices and in the jails. Phone

(County) Sheriff's 

Department 

Operations Center

VCC (County) EOC5 (County) Sheriff’s Office notifies EOC of a 35% staffing shortage. Recover 1. Structural 

Damage & Mitigation

4900 1500 Z Stolen quarantine animals Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (County) EOC 11 (City) fire fighters discover animals missing from the (County) Animal Control facility. Common: 1. Planning

5104 1500 Z Police District needs fuel for patrol cars. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 (City) Police Department has run out of fuel for their patrol cars and needs fuel 

ASAP.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5140 1500 Z Police reporting a 15% reduction in 

workforce. Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC 13 (City) Police Department is reporting a 15% reduction in available workforce. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

5213 1500 Z Fire Department reports low staff levels. Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC

4 Deputy (County) County Fire Chief reports that oncoming shift is going to be about 

15% below normal staffing levels. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5529 1502 Z Residents concerned about large animal 

contamination. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 15

After hearing the news reports about radiological dust, (Name) from (Name) Flat 

Home Owner's Association wants to know what the city will do to assist them in 

decontamination approx 50 large animals.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5537 1505 Z Personal protective equipment (PPE) 

request Phone (City) Human Resources Director VCC (City) EOC

5 City staff working in vicinity of (Event) want personal protective equipment if they 

will be required to work Protect: 5. Other

4710 1510 Z Low levels of radiation at county detention 

facilities. Phone (County) EOC VCC

(County) Sheriff's 

Department 

Operations Center

10 (County) EOC notifies (County) Sheriff's Office that radiation levels have been 

detected at (Detention Facility).

Respond: 8.Environmental 

Health

5530 1510 Z Sewer line is blocked and leaking into 

street. Phone (City) Department of 

Transportation VCC (City) EOC

3

Sewer line near (Location) is blocked. Toilets have been backed up for 2 days. 

Occupants have attempted to remove blockage by opening cleanout. Raw sewage 

has spilled into the parking lot and onto nearby streets.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

3312 1525 Z Removal of disabled and contaminated 

car Phone (State) Police VCC

(County) 

Department of 

Transportation

1

(State) Police on-scene Officer-in-Charge advising that cars currently blocking 

the intersection of (Highway#/Highway#) will be ready for removal within next few 

hours and requesting that tow trucks be alerted and staged. 

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

3700-02 1525 Z Concerned citizen wants to know if 

someone is going to inspect home. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Department of Housing

6

Homeowner who lives near (Event) says the news is reporting it's ok to return 

home, but she insists she wants her house inspected by the government first. Is 

anyone from the State of (State) going to inspect her home?

Common: 1. Planning

4071-01 1530 Z Volunteers call county to give assistant. Phone (Airport) VCC (County) EOC5

The (County) County Citizen Corps Coordinator is receiving a phone call from the 

(Airport) stating that they have a group of 100 CERT volunteers from the State of 

(State) wanted to know where they can go to be deployed to the incident.

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

4417 1530 Z Road Repair Phone (County) EOC VCC

(County) 

Department of 

Transportation

1 Large hole in roadway at (Location). Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5273 1530 Z Delivery to city fuel sites disrupted Phone (City) Public Works 

Department VCC (City) EOC

3 Public Works has experienced a 30% reduction in their work force. They do not 

have enough drivers to make fuel deliveries around the city.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5346 1530 Z Fire Regional Dispatch Center and 

Federal asset interoperability support Phone (City) Public Safety Answering Point VCC (City) EOC

2 (City) Fire Department reports that due to the current number of incidents they are 

unable to assist with federal interoperability communications requests.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5545 1531 Z Locate "Big Box" facility for donated 

items Phone (City) Director of Facilities VCC (City) EOC

5 Donations are being dropped-off at city facilities. Common: 2. 

Communications

5548 1545 Z CERT members from want to assist Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC5 (Name) from the Citizens Emergency Response Teams in (City) has assembled a 

group of 50 volunteers to help. Where should they report? Recover 4: Other

4068 1600 Z Request of animal shelters Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC 11

(County) is asking for temporary pets shelters to support evacuees staying at 

reception sites and shelters. They are expecting at 2500 to 3000 dogs, cats, birds, 

pigs.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5104-01 1600 Z Police Department needs fuel. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 (City) Police Department is running low on fuel and estimates it will be out of fuel 

by the end of the day.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5142 1600 Z Airport overwhelmed with citizens 

wanting to leave the city. Phone (Airport) VCC (City) EOC

1

(Airport) is reporting large crowds wanting to leave the city. Flight operations have 

been restricted and not everyone is able to leave. Crowds are starting to become 

hostile towards the airline workers.

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5328 1600 Z Abandoned infant Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (City) EOC8 (City) Fire Department reports an “abandoned infant’ has been left at (Location). 

Newborn female appears healthy but needs someone to pick up the child ASAP.

Respond: 6.Public Safety 

and Security Response

4888 1610 Z Animal Control requests security. Phone (County) Animal 

Control VCC (County) EOC 11 After the discovery of missing animals from (County) Animal Control, management is concerned about the safety of the animals and staff at other county facilities. 

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5534-01 1610 Z City manager request Phone (City) Manager's 

Office VCC (City) EOC

5 The City Manager has asked for a departmental status report. Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

5542 1615 Z Employees require Critical Incident 

Stress Management assistance Phone (City) Police Chief VCC (City) EOC

8 City Police Chief through EOC has requested Critical Incident Stress 

Management support for individuals who responded to (Event) Recover 4: Other

6121 1615 Z Salvation Army addresses reports needs 

at overcrowded airport.

Expected Player 

Action The Salvation Army N/A The Salvation Army

6 Salvation Army (State) EOC Liaison confirms that 

(Airport) has a problem with crowds.

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5555 1620 Z Faith-based organizations offer to assist 

in recovery effort. Phone Concerned Citizens VCC (City) EOC 14

Amateur Radio operators from United Churches International has recruited several 

pastors from local and regional churches and have formed a group (100 strong) to 

assist citizens living in the affected area through the recovery process. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5253 1623 Z Citizens call for information on where to 

buy basic needs. Phone (City) Public Safety 

Answering Point VCC (City) EOC 15

Citizens are starting to call the police to find out where they can buy basic needs 

such as water, food, bread, milk, baby formula, diapers, etc. The local stores are 

sold out.

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

3810 1630 Z State EOC liaison provides 

environmental quality report.

Expected Player 

Action N/A N/A N/A 10

After attending (State) EOC planning meeting, 

Department of Environmental Quality Liaison briefs his 

Department Director on the status of the (Event).

Common: 2. 

Communications

5268 1648 Z Convention Center receives 

cancellations. Phone (City) Convention Center VCC (City) EOC 15 The (City) Convention Center is beginning to receive cancellations from previously booked events because of the (Event).

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3700 1700 Z Rental property owner requests 

assistance. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (State) Department of Housing 15

Owner of an apartment complex calls stating that his building is on the fringe of the 

affected area and his tenants have all left. He has heard that many are not planning 

on coming back. He has a mortgage to pay on (Date) and needs economic injury 

assistance. 

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

5536 1700 Z Local radiation contamination Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 15

Amateur radio operators from the (City) Chamber of Commerce have contacted 

City Management requesting assistance from the City to determine the extent of 

local contamination and local food and product safety. 

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

5550 1702 Z Public school inquiry Phone (County) School 

District VCC (City) EOC 10 (County) School District Superintendent contacts (City) EOC seeking guidance regarding contamination affecting school.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

3910 1709 Z Volunteers call to assist. Message (County) 311 VCC (County) EOC5

The (County) 311 Government Information Line has received calls from 15 

physicians, 11 nurses, and 45 general public wishing to assist with volunteer 

efforts.

Protect: 2. Food & 

Agriculture Safety

3700-03 1715 Z Homeowner wants to make rental 

available to evacuees. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC U.S. Department of Housing

6

Owner of a rental property in (City) calls to say they have a vacant 2 bedroom rental 

property that they would like to offer to someone from the affected area. Who do they 

tell? How do they get this information to someone who needs to relocate?

Respond: 4.Volunteer 

Management & Donation

5474 1720 Z Mercury spill at city fire station Phone (City) Fire 

Department VCC (City) EOC 10

(City) Fire Department reports a Mercury spill at fire station. Citizen brought a 

bottle of Mercury for HazMat disposal and bottle broke during transport. Day room 

is contaminated.

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

5549 1725 Z Citizens seek assistance. Phone (City) Manager's 

Office VCC (City) EOC 15

Several hundred calls have been made to the City Manager's office regarding 

social, financial and emotional assistance. Please provide summary of assistance 

available. 

Respond:11.WMDHMat 

Response and Deacon

5257 1745 Z Officers need basic supplies. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 City police officers stationed at critical infrastructure sites are in need of water and 

food. They also need some fresh batteries for their radios.

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

4055-02 1800 Z Assess county special needs population. Expected Player 

Action (County) EOC N/A (County) Health

6 Contact all local, state and volunteer agencies to 

determine the number and needs of special populations.

Protect: 1. Critical 

Infrastructure Protection

4069 1800 Z Contractor for I-10 construction needs 

waiver contract. Phone (County) EOC VCC (State) EOC

3 General engineering contractor for the (Hwy#) corridor construction project waiver 

of project schedule because his assets and resources may be needed at (Event).

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

4418 1800 Z Road Damage E-mail (City) Department of 

Transportation VCC (County) EOC

1 Road repair (Location); large hole in road from possible explosion. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

3700-04 1815 Z Subsidized rental property owner wants 

help with abatement. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC U.S. Department of Housing

6

Owner of a low-income rental property financed through the (State) Department of 

Housing states that he has been told that he will probably need to take some 

measures to abate the fallout from the dispersal device. Initially his thoughts are 

that he is going to

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5564-01 1818 Z Employees opt to purchase additional 

insurance. E-mail (City) Human Resources Director VCC (City) EOC 14

An E-mail from the (City) Human Resources Director to the City Manager advises 

that many city employees have opted for the highest level of coverage and increased 

their benefit. The Open Enrollment period is almost over. 

Recover 3: Economic & 

Community Recovery

3700-05 1835 Z Citizen needs help relocating her elderly 

mother. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC U.S. Department of Housing

6

A woman calls stating that her elderly mother lived in a rental property in the 

affected area and she refuses to return to it. Can we help her mother find another 

place to live and help pay for her moving costs? She is on a fixed income. 

Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5261 1845 Z Park rangers report people camping in 

the city parks. Phone (City) Police Department VCC (City) EOC

6

Park Rangers are calling police dispatch about people believed to be displaced 

from (City) that are now camping at (Location). Park Rangers need additional 

manpower to monitor the situation.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5325 1900 Z Low fuel at fire stations Phone

(City/County) 

Regional Fire 

Dispatch

VCC (County) EOC4 Various fire stations report low fuel levels. Respond: 2.EOC 

Management

5333 1900 Z Emergency generator at city fire station 

will not work Phone (County Fire Station) VCC (County) Fire Department HQ

4 (County) Fire Station (#) reports that their emergency power generator failed the 

monthly test and will not start

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5274 1913 Z Sanitation department is running low on 

fuel Phone (City) Sanitation 

Department VCC (City) EOC

7 The (City) Sanitation Department is running low on fuel for their garbage trucks 

across the city

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5260 1916 Z Police officer involved in fatal traffic 

accident. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 13

A (City) Police Officer responding to emergency radio traffic was fatally injured in 

a two vehicle collision at (Location). Additional units will be diverted to secure the 

scene along with accident investigators.

Respond: 3.Critical 

Resource Logistics

5255 2003 Z Theft of a fuel tanker Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 13 A driver at the Pilot truck stop at (Location) had his fuel truck stolen at gunpoint. Respond: 6.Public Safety and Security Response

4889 2007 Z Citizen wants to know how to 

decontaminate his/her dogs. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (County) Animal 

Control 11

A citizen calls (County) Animal Control to ask if she should be concerned that her 

dogs may have been exposed to radiation and would like information on 

decontamination.

Prevent: 4. Law 

Enforcement Investigation

5256 2016 Z Family members of city police officers 

are concerned. Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (City) EOC 13

The (City) Law Enforcement Association president has contacted the (City) Police 

Department and forwarded concerns by many family members about the long work 

hours and potential exposure to radiation of officers.

Respond: 7.Animal Health 

Emergency Support

4946 2100 Z Registration with County Health 

Department Phone Concerned Citizen VCC (County) Health 

Department 15

Multiple calls to the (County) Health Department saying visits to emergency room 

were not needed but that registration with the (County) Health Department was in 

case of future effects from radiation exposure. Am I really safe?

Respond: 5.Responder 

Safety and Health

5265 2130 Z Molotov cocktails thrown at Muslimowned store. Phone (City) Police 

Department VCC (City) EOC 13 Muslim store owner at (Location) reported someone threw three Molotov Cocktails through his store window. He is requesting police protection. Respond: 22. Other

4950 2200 Z Baby Mobile Phone (County) Health 

Department VCC (County) EOC

8

The Baby Mobile, a (County) Department of Public Health van that transports poor 

pregnant women to their prenatal appointments, was in the “zone.” Several third 

trimester women – some with very high risk pregnancies - have pending 

appointments with physicians whose facilities will not admit evacuees.

Respond:12.Citizen 

Protection: Evacuation 

and/or Shelter

5142-01 2200 Z EOC requests cost to the city. Phone (County) EOC VCC (City) EOC5 (County) EOC has requested the cost to the (City) for emergency operations. Common: 5. Other
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT 

TIME SUBJECT INJECT 

MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED BY 

(Responsible 

Controller)

SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED 

ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative)

1 16-Oct- 0:00 Start of Exercise Phone Concerned Citizen Office of Civil Defense 

(OCD) Controller OCD 5, 12 Catastrophic explosive device of unknown origin is detonated near 

the (Power Plant).

"This is (Name). I just wanted let you know that there has been a tremendous 

explosion down by the (Power Plant). I don't know anything more right now, but 

this looks really bad "

16-Oct- 0802

Port Authority of (U.S. Territory) is scene of 

explosion of unknown origin. Police are on 

scene

(U.S. Territory) Police 5

2 16-Oct- 0803 Emergency integrated communications 

center (E911) contacts the OCD. Phone E911

(U.S. Territory) Police 

Department (PD) 

Controller (SimCell)

OCD 2, 5

The emergency integrated communications center (E911), located 

at the (U.S.Territory) Fire Department provides initial notification 

of the incident to the OCD. 

"This is (Name) at the emergency integrated communications center (E911) 

calling to confirm the explosion at the (Power Plant). All available units are 

responding. Recommend activate catastrophic incident response plans. More 

information will follow as soon as possible. This looks really bad."

3 16-Oct- 0804

Naval station personnel witness the 

detonation and contact naval station 

operations center

Phone Concerned Sailor Department of Defense 

(DoD) Controller

Naval Station Watch 

Officer 2 Navy personnel witness the explosion and report it to the operations watch team.

16-Oct- 0805

(U.S. Territory) Fire Department (FD) and 

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 

(Station #) are on scene (When/how is 

initial radiation detected?)

(U.S. Territory) FD 4, 8

16-Oct- 0807 Request comes through 911/OCD dispatch 

for ambulance and engines (U.S. Territory) FD 4, 5

16-Oct- 0807 A road block is established. (U.S. Territory) FD 1

4 16-Oct- 0809 Initial first responders arrive in vicinity of 

the (Power Plant). Phone (U.S. Territory) FD (U.S. Territory) FD Controller OCD 12 First responders begin to conduct incident site assessment. 

Incident commander, arriving on scene, gives initial assessment. "This is bad. 

There is significant damage to the (Power Plant) area. Recommend activation of 

all available units. Will report additional details shortly."

16-Oct- 0810 (U.S. Territory) PD is on scene. (U.S. Territory) PD 13

16-Oct- 0815 First responders initiate evacuation and 

restricted area procedures 9

16-Oct- 0815 (U.S. Territory) FD begins rescue 

operations (U.S. Territory) FD 4, 9

16-Oct- 0815 Additional fire and police units are 

dispatched

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U S Territory) PD 5

16-Oct- 0815

Incident command (IC) is established by 

(U.S. Territory) FD and (U.S. Territory) 

PD 

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U.S. Territory) PD 5

16-Oct- 0815

911 dispatch notifies OCD, (U.S. Territory) 

MH, etc. (see checklist) mutual aid 

explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), 

medical, hazardous materials (HazMat), 

and fire responders.

OCD 2

6 16-Oct- 0815 The initial exclusionary zone is established. Phone (U.S. Territory) PD (U.S. Territory) PD 

Controller OCD 5, 13 (U.S. Territory) PD begins to set up exclusionary zone around the blast area. 

Onscene commander informs OCD that exclusionary zone has been set in area 

adjacent to (Power Plant). Further assessment will be made as soon as possible. 

9 16-Oct- 0816 The incident command post (ICP) is 

established. Phone Incident Commander (U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller OCD 5 First responders establish IC and begin to conduct the rescue assessment. 

(U.S. Territory) FD informs OCD that the initial ICP has been established at the 

(Power Plant) parking lot. ICP is coordinating the initial situation and rescue 

assessment. Public address notifications are being made to the walking wounded 

to move towards the initial assembly area. 

9 16-Oct- 0819 OCD issues an alert to all warning points 

via the emergency alert system (EAS). Radio OCD N/A All participating EOCs 15 OCD issues alert to all warning points via the EAS.

16-Oct- 0820

(U.S. Territory) National Guard-Civil 

Support Team (CST) is notified, deploys, 

and reports initial characterization data 

from the field

5

16 Oct 0820 (Location) EOC is activated (initial) OCD 5

10 16-Oct- 0822

(U.S. Territory) FD invokes mutual aid 

agreements (MAAs) with Federal fire 

departments.

Phone (U.S. Territory) FD (U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller OCD 4, 5

(U.S. Territory) Fire Department advises OCD that they have 

invoked MAAs with Federal fire departments, requesting 

assistance in responding to fire and casualties.

(U.S. Territory) FD informs OCD that request has been made for assistance 

from Federal Fire Departments to provide all available units to assist. 

16-Oct- 0824

Special weapons and tactics (SWAT) team 

is recalled and begins secondary device 

search

(U.S. Territory) PD 5

16-Oct- 0825

FEMA Region [#] Office is notified and 

begins regional response coordination 

center (RRCC) personnel recall

OCD 5

16-Oct- 0825 (U.S. Territory) Power Authority (PA) 

begins review of emergency procedures. (U.S. Territory) PA 12

16-Oct- 0825

Patient triage and activation of U.S. 

Department of Health and Human Services 

(HSS) begin

HSS 5, 6, 8

12 16-Oct- 0830

OCD establishes communications with 

(Regional Military Command Subunit) 

representative (U.S. Territory).

N/A OCD N/A

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Representative (U.S. 

Territory)

2 OCD provides initial contact to (Regional Military Command 

Subunit) representative (U.S. Territory) of incident. 

16-Oct- 0830

FEMA Region (#) RRCC alert and 

notifications, national operations center 

(NOC)/national response coordination 

center (NRCC) and A&N are alerted.

2

16-Oct- 0830

Transport of critically injured to (U.S. 

Territory) Hospital and U.S. Naval Hospital 

begins

(U.S. Territory) FD 8

16-Oct- 0830 U.S. Navy Fire Department arrives on 

scene U.S. Navy FD 4

16-Oct- 0833 Radiation is detected by U.S. Navy FD. U.S. Navy FD 10

8 16-Oct- 0833 First responders detect radiation readings. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller OCD 10 First responders detect radiation readings. Incident commander notifies OCD that first responders have detected radiation in vicinity of the incident. All responders are pulling back to reassess the situation. 

16-Oct- 0834 Dispatch and EOC notified of radiation 

detection Miscellaneous 2

16-Oct- 0834

Incident commander reestablishes zones 

and requests additional units and personnel 

decontamination

(U.S. Territory) FD 2, 5

16-Oct- 0834 Incident commander requests through 

EOC to have CST activated (U.S. Territory) FD 2, 5

16 16-Oct- 0835 Notification is accomplished via EAS. N/A OCD N/A All participating EOCs 15

OCD activates EAS for initial notification to public via commercial 

radio and broadcast and cable television stations. OCD should 

verify that announcer is prepared with a statement of emergency. 

11 16-Oct- 0835 EMS notifies HSS radiation health of 

potential radiological incident N/A EMS N/A HSS 8 Radiation health response team is notified of potential radiological incident 

16-Oct- 0835 Initial situation report (SitRep) is given to 

EOC (add victims trapped in [Power Plant]).

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/EOC 5

16-Oct- 0835 Ad hoc (fire hose) personnel 

decontamination begins (U.S. Territory) FD 10

16-Oct- 0835

Notification to Port Authority, Public School 

System, and surrounding areas to shelter in 

place

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U.S. Territory) PD 15

16 Oct 0835 Recall of ambulance (U S Territory) FD 2

16-Oct- 0835 (Hospital) begins setup of decontamination 

unit at (Hospital) (Hospital) 8

16-Oct- 0835

Military bases (DoD) go to force protection 

condition (FPCon), and Captain of the Port 

(COTP) increases marine security 

(MARSEC)/security zone.

DoD 5

16-Oct- 0835

Unified Command requests K-9 Unit for 

search of possible ICP/staging/media 

areas

(U.S. Territory) PD/ 

(U.S. Territory) 

International Airport

2

16-Oct- 0837 OCD officer arrives at scene. OCD 13

16-Oct- 0838 Staging, media, ICP decontamination areas 

are identified (U.S. Territory) FD 5

16-Oct- 0840 (Hospital) begins protective measures and 

sets up decontamination resources. (Hospital) 8

17 16-Oct- 0840 Incident commander provides SitRep 1. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident commander provides initial SitRep to OCD. SitRep 

includes casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, 

needs assessment.

Situation Report 1

THIS IS AN EXERCISE. The detonation occurred in the vicinity of (Power Plant). 

There is a lot of debris in the area. It appears to have been a detonation from a 

vehicle, possibly a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED). Initial 

teams have pulled back because of radiation readings. We anticipate a 

significant number of fatalities and walking critically wounded. Recommend 

activation of all available units to assist with response. 

The smoke from the explosion is blowing to the west over the commercial port 

area. 

16-Oct- 0840

U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) closes 

commercial port and establishes a security 

zone

USCG 1

16-Oct- 0840 Port initializes continuity of operations 

(COOP) plan 1

16-Oct- 0840

Unified command (UC) requests through 

EOC to have National Weather Service 

(NWS) weather forecast for the area

(U.S. Territory) FD 2

16-Oct- 0840 Decontamination line is initiated (Engine 

units set up for gross decontamination). (U.S. Territory) FD 10

16-Oct- 0841 UC requests EOC planning determine 

plume model of contamination

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/EOC/OCD 5

19 16-Oct- 0841 OCD contacts HSS. N/A OCD N/A DPHSS 2, 6

OCD notifies HSS of potential for mass casualties and confirms 

that preparations have begun for emergency care. Preparation is 

made to react to State emergency response team (SERT) 

activation 

16-Oct- 0842

Incident commander requests additional 

traffic control points (TCPs) be set to 

control traffic flow.

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U.S. Territory) PD 1, 2

16-Oct- 0845 Press statement/public health message to 

shelter in place is sent 15

16-Oct- 0845

Notifications and emergency declaration 

(IONS emergency/not State-requested) are 

made

2, 15

16-Oct- 0845 Ambulatory and critical victims are run 

through gross decontamination (U.S. Territory) FD 10

16-Oct- 0845

Initial press release to public and media is 

made regarding incident at EOC-joint 

information center (JIC)

EOC/OCD 15

20 16-Oct- 0845 (U.S. Territory) Emergency Response 

Team is alerted OCD N/A SERT 5 SERT is alerted (notional).

21 16-Oct- 0845 (U.S. Territory) National Guard joint 

operations center (JOC) is activated

(U.S. Territory) 

National Guard

(U.S. Territory) 

National Guard

(U.S. Territory) National 

Guard Staff 5 EOC is activated.

22 16-Oct- 0846 HSS radiation health team recall is 

initiated N/A HSS N/A HSS Radiation Health 5 Immediate recall of the HSS radiation health teams is initiated.

23 16-Oct- 0848 Initial SitRep is provided to (Regional 

Military Command Subunit). Phone

Joint Task ForceHeadquarters (JTFHD)Joint Task ForceHeadquarters (JTFHD)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 2 Initial SitRep is provided to (Regional Military Command Subunit) based upon information received from OCD.

24 16-Oct- 0849

JTF-HD provides common operational 

picture information to (Regional Military 

Command Subunit).

N/A JTF-HD N/A (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 2

JTF-HD should provide (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

with some form of contingency operating procedures (COP) 

available in the JOC as soon as possible. Transportation 

infrastructure COP overlay will be needed from JTF-HD J4 in 

conjunction with any assistance requested from (Regional) 

deployment/distribution operations centers (DDOCs).

13 16-Oct- 0850 Initial assessment of potential terrorist act 

is made. Phone

U.S. Attorney/Federal 

Bureau of Investigation 

(FBI) Special Agent in 

Charge (SAC)

U.S. 

Attorney/Department of 

Justice

SimCell

(U.S. Territory) PD 

(notional) 

OCD

2

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (U.S. Territory) should 

inform (U.S. Territory) PD and OCD of initial assessment of 

potential terrorist act based upon reported radiation detection.

FBI Special Agent in Charge (SAC) notifies OCD (and notionally [U.S. 

Territory] PD) that the initial assessment from the FBI Headquarters is that this 

is a terrorist-related act and not an attack by a foreign government. FBI SAC 

advises that initial reports are that the National Security Council (NSC) concurs 

with this assessment. 

16-Oct- 0850 Decontaminated victims are in the transport 

staging area.

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/(U.S. Territory) PD 10

26 16-Oct- 0850 The Governor is notified of FBI assessment 

of terrorist act. N/A OCD N/A Governor's Office 15 OCD informs the Governor of initial assessment of potential terrorist act based upon notification from FBI SAC.

15 16-Oct- 0851 (Regional Military Command Subunit) is 

notified of potential terrorist link. Phone

National Military 

Command Center 

(NMCC) (SimCell)

National Military 

Command Center 

(NMCC) (SimCell)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 2 Commander and staff are alerted of potential terrorist act. Staff begins mission analysis.

16-Oct- 0855 Further triage of critical/non-critical victims 

is performed prior to transport (U.S. Territory) FD 8

16-Oct- 0855 Additional units begin to arrive on scene. (U.S. Territory) FD 4

16-Oct- 0855 Media arrive on scene. Miscellaneous 15

28 16-Oct- 0855 JTF-HD commander is notified of probable 

terror link

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) N/A JTF-HD 2 Commander and staff are alerted of potential terrorist act. Staff begins mission analysis

29 16-Oct- 0857

OCD requests (Airport) Airport Authority 

(Airport Authority Code) contact Federal 

Aviation Administration (FAA).

N/A OCD N/A (Applicable Airport 

Authority Code) 1

OCD would be expected to request (Airport Authority Code) 

contact FAA to close (Airport) and restrict airspace in vicinity of 

(U.S. Territory). 

30 16-Oct- 0859 JTF-HD initiates level I/II recall. N/A JTF-HD N/A Recall 2, 5 Level I, II personnel are alerted/recalled for 24-hour operations.

16-Oct- 0900

Federal Emergency Management Agency 

(FEMA) Region (#) Emergency Response 

Team (ERT)-(#) initially deploys to (U.S. 

Territory) Civil Defense for rapid needs 

assessment (RNA) and initial operating 

facility (IOF).

FEMA 5

16-Oct- 0900

DAY 1 Operations Period (Time Range): 

Joint Federal/Territorial operations 

conference call, incident action plan 

(initial), and Homeland Security Information 

Network (HSIN) are posted.

2

16-Oct- 0900 HHS, Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) 

prepare to deploy 5

16-Oct- 0900 Logistics Center (LC)-(U.S. 

Territory/State) is activated 5

16-Oct- 0900 COOP plan for LC-(U.S. Territory) is 

implemented 5

16-Oct- 0900

 The main operating base (MOB) center, 

Continental United States (CONUS) is 

activated

5

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Department of 

Transportation (DOT) is activated as 

Emergency Support Function (ESF)-1 for 

transportation, (via civilian/agency/military 

airlift) ; and temporary flight restrictions 

(TFRs)/notices to airmen (NOTAMs) are 

posted as required.

FEMA/DOT 1, 2, 5

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Army Corps of 

Engineers (USACE) is activated as ESF-3 

for mission support, as required 

(generators, deployable tactical operations 

system (DTOS), water).

FEMA/USACE 2, 3, 5

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Forest Service 

(USFS) is activated and deployed as ESF-4 

for support of MOB center.

FEMA/USFS 2, 4, 5

16-Oct- 0900 ESF-6 is activated for mass care and 

emergency assistance 2, 5, 6

16-Oct- 0900

Mobile emergency response system 

(MERS) is deployed for communications, 

satellite, and landline JFO.

2, 5, 6

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: General Services 

Administration (GSA) is activated as ESF-7 

for logistics and contracting support.

2, 5, 7

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: HHS is activated as 

ESF-8 for public health (National Disaster 

Medical System [NDMS] disaster medical 

assistance team (DMAT), veterinary 

medical assistance team (VMAT).

2, 5, 8

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Environmental 

Protection Agency (EPA) is activated as 

ESF-10 for radiological response and 

assessment (water, environmental, and 

facilities radiological emergency response 

team [RERT]).

2, 5, 8

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Department of 

Agriculture (USDA)/food and nutrition 

services (FNS) is activated as ESF-11 for 

long-term food assistance and assessment.

2, 5, 11

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: U.S. Department of 

Energy (DOE) is activated as ESF-12 for 

radiological response and assessment and 

energy-critical infrastructure.

2, 5, 12

16-Oct- 0900

Mission Assignment: DoD Defense 

Coordinating Officer (DCO)/Defense 

Coordinating Element (DCE) for base 

support installations (BSI) (Air Force 

Base) and (Air Force Base), U.S. Air 

Force (USAF) EMEDS for nonradiological are activated. 

2, 5, 7

16-Oct- 0900

National Guard Base (NGB) and Civil 

Support Team (CST) are modeling 

coordination with interagency modeling and 

atmospheric assessment center (IMAAC), 

EPA, and DOE.

5

16-Oct- 0900

Critical victim transport commences 

([Hospital]-Naval Regional Medical Center 

[NRMC])

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/(Hospital 

[Acronym])/NRMC

5, 8

16-Oct- 0900

UC reports to EOC that transport has 

commenced and additional transport 

vehicles are needed

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/EOC 2, 5

31 16-Oct- 0900

(Regional Military Command Subunit) 

stands up Operations Planning Group 

(OPG)

N/A (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) N/A Recall 2, 5 J35 stands up OPG and exchanges appropriate liaison officers (LNOs).

32 16-Oct- 0900 JTF-HD makes initial call to FEMA Region 

[#] Area Office. N/A JTF-HD N/A

FEMA (Regional Area 

Office) 

(SimCell)

2, 5

JTF-HD should establish initial communication with FEMA 

Region [#] Area Office.

33 16-Oct- 0900 JTF-HD requests initial assessment from 

office of community development (OCD). N/A JTF-HD N/A OCD 2, 3, 5 JTF HD would also make initial request for preliminary damage assessment (PDA) and RNA from OCD. 

34 16-Oct- 0900 (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

initiates JOC full manning. Phone (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) Recall 5 JOC full manning is initiated.

35 16-Oct- 0900 A recommendation is made to prepare a 

major disaster declaration. N/A OCD N/A Attorney General's Office 15

OCD recommends that Attorney General's office prepare a 

request for a major disaster declaration for the Governor's 

release

14 16-Oct- 0901

(Regional Military Command Subunit) sets 

FPCON DELTA for all (U.S. Territory)-

based forces.

Message (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) Rep 

(U.S. Territory)

5

(Regional Military Command Subunit) sets FPCON DELTA for 

all military installations on (Regional Military Command Subunit) . 

(Regional Military Command Subunit) JOC informs NMCC.

36 16-Oct- 0901 (U.S. Territory) FD HazMat teams arrives 

at scene. Phone Incident Commander (SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 5, 10 Incident commander notifies OCD that (U.S. Territory) FD HazMat Team has arrived to begin initial radiological survey.

IC notifies OCD that (U.S. Territory) FD HazMat team has arrived at the ICP 

and will begin initial assessment of scene. Other responding units have been 

pulled back 

37 16-Oct- 0902 Personnel recall commences. N/A UCCG Sector (U.S. 

Territory) N/A Recall 5

In accordance with Sector (U.S. Territory) standard operating 

procedures (SOP), Condition IV (ALERT) is set. Personnel are 

notified and recalled, if necessary. Movement of assets is 

evaluated 

38 16-Oct- 0902 Recall procedures are initiated. Phone (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) Recall 5 Recall procedures of key personnel are initiated.

39 16-Oct- 0903 (U.S. Territory) Power Authority initiates 

recall and COOP. Phone (U.S. Territory) Power Authority

(U.S. Territory) Power 

Authority Controller Recall 12, 14 (U.S. Territory) Power Authority commences recall and COOP for facilities impacted at the (Power Plant).

(U.S. Territory) Power Authority initiates recall procedures to identify staff that 

may have been impacted by events at the (Power Plant). Staff should also be 

directed to initiate planning and discussion of COOP.

40 16-Oct- 0903 HSS commences recall and initiates 

operations center set-up. Phone HSS HSS Controller Recall 5, 6 HSS is directed to commence recall of personnel in order to have manning to establish operations center standup.

16-Oct- 0905 Medic arrives at NRMC with first victims. (U.S. Territory) 

FD/NRMC 8

16-Oct- 0905

UC provides initial action plan for extended 

operations at ICP/Unified Command Post 

(UCP).

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/(U.S. Territory) 

PD/OCD

2, 5

42 16-Oct- 0905 Incident commander provides SitRep 2. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

44 16-Oct- 0906

Joint Staff and Joint Director of Military 

Support (JDOMS) request initial SitRep 

from (Regional Military Command 

Subunit)

Phone Joint Staff J-3 JDOMS 

(SimCell)

Joint Staff/ JDOMS

(SimCell)

(Regional Military 

Command Sub-unit) 2 Joint Staff and JDOMS request initial SitRep from (Regional Military Command Sub-unit)

JDOMS representative contacts (Regional Military Command Subunit) JOC 

with request for initial SitRep and assessment for possible needs to assist (U.S. 

Territory). 

45 16-Oct- 0908 Transport for Governor to EOC is 

requested N/A OCD N/A (U.S. Territory) National Guard JOC 1 OCD requests (U.S. Territory) National Guard coordinate helicopter transport for Governor to EOC 

16-Oct- 0910

UC provides second SitRep to EOC: 

(radiological dispersal device [RDD] 

recognized, additional resources needed).

(U.S. Territory) 

FD/OCD/EOC 2

16-Oct- 0915

Commercial flights to (U.S. Territory) are 

suspended, and enroute traffic is rerouted 

to (Nearby U.S. Territory) (FAA).

1

16-Oct- 0915 First responders and patients begin arrival 

at (Hospital) (casualty care). 8

16-Oct- 0915 (Hospital) decontamination line ready to 

receive victims

(Hospital)/(U.S. 

Territory) FD 8

46 16-Oct- 0915 Local MARSEC level is increased. N/A USCG Sector (U.S. 

Territory) (COTP) N/A Broadcast 15

USCG Sector (U.S. Territory) COTP directs his/her Operations 

Readiness Division to issue notification of an increase in the local 

MARSEC level. MARSEC level is changed via a Broadcast 

Notice to Mariners sent using phone, e-mail, very high frequency 

(VHF) Channel (#), as well as public radio and harbor patrol 

units.

47 16-Oct- 0915 Status of interoperable communications 

system is requested. N/A OCD Vice Director N/A OCD Communications Officer 2

OCD vice director requests a status report on interoperable 

communications links between OCD, (U.S. Territory) Police 

Department, and USCG Sector (U.S. Territory).

48 16-Oct- 0915 OCD requests OCD for (Regiment #) 

weapons of mass destruction (WMD) CST. Phone OCD OCD Controller OCD 2, 5 OCD contacts OCD with request for immediate activation and deployment of (Regiment #) WMD CST. 

If not already initiated, OCD controller should prompt players to make a request 

to OCD. 

"This is OCD, we have received a request from (U.S. Territory) Fire Department 

and the HSS for support from the (Regiment #) CST. We request immediate 

alert and mobilization of the CST to respond to (Power Plant) and link up with 

(U.S. Territory) Fire Department Incident Commander as soon as possible."

49 16-Oct- 0915 OCD requests (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard for the (Regiment #) WMD CST. Phone OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) National Guard JOC 2, 5

OCD contacts (U.S. Territory) National Guard to request 

immediate activation and deployment of (Regiment #) WMD CST. 

HSS and FD HazMat are overwhelmed and request assistance. 

If not already requested, OCD controller should prompt players to make a 

request to (U.S. Territory) National Guard. 

"This is the Office of Civil Defense, we have received a request from OCD for 

support from the (Regiment #) CST. We request the immediate alert and 

mobilization of the CST to respond to (Power Plant) and link up with (U.S. 

Territory) Fire Department incident commander as soon as possible."

50 16-Oct- 0915 OCD contacts American Red Cross. N/A OCD N/A American Red Cross 2, 3, 5 OCD contacts Red Cross and requests that they be prepared to 

assist with damage assessment and shelter management.

16-Oct- 0916

UC requests K-9 unit to render the HSS 

decontamination line safe prior to setup 

(request needed).

(U.S. Territory) PD/ 

(Airport Authority 

Code)

5

51 16-Oct- 0916 Increased MARSEC level is posted. N/A USCG Sector (U.S. 

Territory) (COTP) N/A OCD 15

USCG Sector (U.S. Territory) notifies OCD, (U.S. Territory) Port 

Authority, and appropriate harbormasters of MARSEC level 

increase.

52 16-Oct- 0918 OCD contacts tourism liaison officer. Phone OCD N/A Tourism Liaison Officer 2, 5, 6 OCD contacts tourism liaison officer to request that he/she be 

prepared to assist with coordinating the sheltering of tourists.

53 16-Oct- 0919 (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) Operations 

Center (OPCEN) is activated. N/A (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) N/A Recall and activation 5 (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) activates EOC.

16-Oct- 0920 HSS arrives at scene to conduct technical 

decontamination of other victims. HSS 5, 10

54 16 Oct 0920 SERT is activated N/A OCD N/A Recall 5 SERT is activated (notional)

55 16-Oct- 0920 Assistance with initial public statement is 

requested. Phone OCD OCD Controller DPHSS DOC 2, 15 OCD requests HSS provide initial assessment and draft for public information release statement.

If not already initiated, OCD controller should prompt players to submit a request 

to HSS for assistance with development of public information release statement. 
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT 

TIME SUBJECT INJECT 

MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED BY 

(Responsible 

Controller)

SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED 

ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative)

56 16-Oct- 0922 OCD contacts USDA. N/A OCD N/A Dept of Agriculture 2, 5, 11 OCD contacts USDA with a request to be prepared to respond to 

SERT activation and assist with shelter feeding.

16-Oct- 0925 UC instructs the rotation of personnel. (U.S. Territory) 

FD/(U.S. Territory) PD 5

57 16-Oct- 0927 HSS radiation teams arrives at ICP. Phone Radiation Health Team 

Lead (SimCell) HSS Controller DPHSS DOC 5, 10

Radiation health response team notifies DOC of their arrival on 

scene to begin survey and monitoring. 

Team establishes communications with ICP and HSS DOC. 

16-Oct- 0930 Virtual News Network (VNN) announces 

terrorist attack with "Dirty Bomb." VNN 15 This needs to be at about (Time) on VNN.com.

16-Oct- 0930 EOC requests the number of patients 

transported EOC/OCD 2

16-Oct- 0930 HSS technical decontamination line is set 

up and ready to receive first patients.

HSS/(U.S. Territory) 

FD 10

58 16-Oct- 0930 USCG executes initial communications and 

security plan. N/A USCG Sector (U.S. Territory) N/A Broadcast 2, 15

Communications plan is executed with security officers. All 

shipping interests and marine terminals are advised of possible 

dispersal The harbor master is advised

59 16-Oct- 0930 Incident commander provides SitRep 3. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

60 16-Oct- 0930 Deployment of hazard evaluation and 

emergency response (HEER) office N/A HSS N/A HEER 5, 10 HSS deploys HEER office to assist incident commander.

61 16-Oct- 0930 A medical response plan is requested. E-mail OCD OCD Controller DPHSS DOC 8 OCD requests that HSS provide an initial estimate of a medical 

response plan to handle an expected mass casualty situation.

62 16-Oct- 0931 Incident of National Significance is 

declared. E-mail DHS NOC FEMA or DHS 

Controller

(SimCell)

OCD 15

Homeland Security National Operations Center (NOC) notifies 

OCD of Secretary's declaration of an Incident of National 

Significance and designation of the Director of the FEMA Region 

(#) Area Office as initial Principal Federal Official (PFO).

NOC advises OCD of designation of event as an Incident of National 

Significance via phone and with hard copy notification.

16-Oct- 0935 UC reports to EOC the number of patients 

transported.

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U.S. Territory) 

PD/EOC

2

63 16-Oct- 0939 NWS support is requested. Phone OCD OCD Controller National Weather 

Service 2

OCD requests that NWS Forecast Office (U.S. Territory) provide 

a forecast for and disseminate a dispersion forecast for the 

response effort.

If not already completed by OCD staff, OCD controller should prompt players to 

contact NWS to determine forecasting model. Note that the actual weather for the 

incident will be scripted with winds from (Coordinated Direction) at (#) of knots 

(KTS) to take plume offshore away from populated areas and (Airport).

16-Oct- 0940 UC reconfirms that shelter in place is still 

in effect.

(U.S. Territory) FD/ 

(U.S. Territory) PD 6

65 16-Oct- 0940 USCG COOP is initiated. Message USCG Sector (U.S. 

Territory) USCG Broadcast 14

In accordance with Sector (U.S. Territory) SOP, Condition I 

(DANGER) request from FEMA Region (#) Area is set. 

COOP/evacuations are activated. All units are directed to 

organize equipment for rescue parties 

67 16-Oct- 0942

HSS begins coordination with healthcare 

agencies to establish a medical response 

plan.

N/A DPHSS N/A (Hospital) 6

HSS begins coordination with (Hospital) and Naval Hospital (U.S. 

Territory) for catastrophic medical response planning, to include 

plans for detection, mass decontamination, and triage. 

16-Oct- 0945 Second joint press release is released to 

the public and media EOC/OCD 15

16-Oct- 0945 (Regiment #) CST arrives on scene and 

reports to UC (Regiment #) CST 5

68 16-Oct- 0945 DMAT recall begins. N/A (Hospital) N/A DMAT members 5, 8 Healthcare Association of (U.S. Territory) begins recall of DMAT 

strike team 

69 16-Oct- 0948 Mayor makes an emergency proclamation 

for (City) N/A Mayor's Office N/A OCD 15 Mayor makes an emergency proclamation for (City).

71 16-Oct- 0949 Governor requests Presidential declaration 

of major disaster for (U.S. Territory). N/A Governor's Office N/A

Homeland Security 

National Operations 

Center (NOC) 

14

Governor requests Presidential declaration for (U.S. Territory), in 

accordance with the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster 

Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121–5206 (the 

Stafford Act) as amended.

16-Oct- 0950 Regiment (#) CST commander provides 

SitRep to CST members (Regiment #) CST 2

72 16-Oct- 0950 (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

mortuary affairs plan is activated. N/A (Regional Military Command Subunit) N/A

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Senior Medical Officer

8

(Regional Military Command Subunit) mortuary affairs plan 

comes into play as SitReps passed from the incident commander 

through JTF-HD indicate the potential for a significant number of 

fatalities resulting from the blast. 

73 16-Oct- 0950

Governor raises the (U.S. Territory) 

Homeland Security Advisory Level to Threat 

Condition RED

N/A OCD N/A Broadcast 15

Governor raises the (U.S. Territory) Homeland Security Advisory 

Level to Threat Condition RED, indicating a terrorist attack has 

occurred

OCD discussions ensue regarding procedures required to help citizens 

understand the nature of the incident and the potential requirements to shelter in 

place or to evacuate the area 

74 16-Oct- 0951 Governor issues an emergency 

proclamation N/A OCD Controller N/A OCD 15 Governor issues an emergency proclamation. OCD controller will provide an Exercise draft of the Governor's emergency proclamation to players 

75 16-Oct- 0953

 (U.S. Territory)'s request for a major 

disaster declaration is processed through 

the Federal Government.

N/A OCD N/A NOC 14, 15

 (U.S. Territory)'s request for a Presidential declaration of 

disaster is processed through FEMA to NOC for Presidential 

declaration. The President signs the declaration. The President 

directs FEMA to coordinate Federal assistance to (U.S. 

Territory). Homeland Security NOC directs FEMA to establish 

Joint Field Office (JFO) in (U.S. Territory).

76 16-Oct- 0955

FEMA Region (#) Area notifies OCD that 

Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) has 

been designated

Phone FEMA Region [#] Area 

Office

FEMA Controller OCD 2, 5 DHS has designated (TBD) as FCO in accordance with the 

Stafford Act requirements for disasters. FEMA Controller will pass notification of designation to OCD . 

77 16-Oct- 0955

(U.S. Territory)'s major disaster 

declaration is processed through Federal 

Government to the DoD.

N/A - N/A - 14, 15

Homeland Security NOC/FEMA contact JDOMS/Assistant 

Secretary of Defense, Homeland Defense (ASD [HD] ) process 

request for support and designation of a DCO. The Secretary of 

Defense (SECDEF) authorizes designation of DCO. ASD (HD) 

directs JDOMS to issue an execute order to (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) to coordinate DoD support. 

78 16-Oct- 0957

Joint Staff directs (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) to be prepared to 

provide defense support to civil authorities.

Voice 

Communication 

(VOCO)

Joint Staff J-3; 

JDOMS

(SimCell)

Joint Staff J-3; JDOMS

(SimCell)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 5

SECDEF/Joint Staff J-3 JDOMS direct (Regional Military 

Command Subunit), as support Combatant Command (COCOM) 

(VOCO or EXORD), to be prepared to execute defense support of 

civilian authorities (DSCA) operations

79 16-Oct- 0957

OCD coordinates closure of all 

governmental and public facilities in 

accordance with HHSAS Threat Condition 

RED

N/A OCD N/A All participating EOC's 5 OCD coordinates closure of all governmental and public facilities 

in accordance with HHSAS Threat Condition RED. 

16 Oct 1000 Deploy USFS to support MOB Center 5

16-Oct- 1000

ESF-8/DMAT-CBRNE is deployed for 

casualty and hospital assistance and followon deployment of other NDMS.5, 8

16-Oct- 1000

ESF-10 is deployed for HazMat field 

analysis (facilities, water): ERT, agency 

modeling coordination with IMAAC.

5, 10, 

11

16-Oct- 1000

ESF-12 is deployed for radiological field 

analysis: radiological assistance program 

(RAP) team(s), agency modeling 

coordination with IMAAC.

5, 10, 

12

16-Oct- 1000

Government (U.S. Territory) press 

statement/public health message is 

released

15

16-Oct- 1000 Decontamination setup is complete at 

(Hospital). 10

16-Oct- 1000 UC provides third SitRep to EOC. (U.S. Territory) 

FD/(U.S. Territory) PD 2

16-Oct- 1000 (Regiment #) CST sends in a sample and 

evaluation team for detection. (Regiment #) CST 10

80 16-Oct- 0:00 Mission analysis for DCE forward (FWD) 

is conducted. N/A (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) N/A DCE 5 (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) conducts mission analysis to set requirements to deploy DCE FWD to ICP.

81 16-Oct- 0:00 (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) conducts 

recall. N/A (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) N/A Recall 5 (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) conducts recall of personnel. Staff will verify DCE emergency contact directory.

82 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD considers evacuation or shelter-inplace order. N/A OCD N/A 5, 6

OCD reviews considerations for procedures and advantages of 

potential order for evacuation or shelter in place based upon 

SitReps from OCD and incident commander.

83 16-Oct- 1001 Incident commander provides SitRep 4. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 5

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

84 16-Oct- 0:00 A disaster assessment and survey team 

(DSAT) is recommended. Phone (Regional Military Command Subunit)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Controller

JTF-HD 3 (Regional Military Command Subunit) recommends assignment 

of a DSAT. 

If not already executed, (Regional Military Command Subunit) controller should 

recommend to (Regional Military Command Subunit) JOC to contact JTF-HD to 

establish a DSAT

85 16-Oct- 0:00 USCG Chain of Command requests initial 

status reports. E-mail

USCG (Regional 

Military Command 

Subunit) (SimCell)

USCG (Regional 

Military Command 

Subunit) (SimCell)

USCG District 

(District #) EOC 2, 7

(Regional Military Command Subunit) requests status reports 

from units, information on potential safety analysis report (SAR) 

requirements, initial evaluation of safety of ports and waterways 

surveys, status of personnel, plans for COOP, and potential 

relocation

86 16-Oct- 0:00 (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

requests selective release authority. VOCO

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

JOC

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Controller

SECDEF 

(SimCell) 2, 5

(Regional Military Command Subunit) requests authority from 

SECDEF for selective release of DSCA forces while at FPCON 

DELTA

88 16-Oct- 0:00 HSS radiological response team provides 

assessment and support request to DOC. Phone

DPHSS Radiation 

Response Team

(SimCell)

HSS Controller DPHSS DOC 5, 10

Radiological response team provides initial assessment of event 

classification, radiological characterization, and 

recommendations for public protection to ICP and HSS DOC.

HSS controller will pass initial reading summary to DOC and will request 

additional support with plume modeling, dose assessment, radiological 

classification, and advisory of recommendations that will be provided to the public 

in response to the incident 

90 16-Oct- 0:00 JTF-HD increases recall. N/A JTF-HD N/A Recall 2, 5 JTF-HD increases and initiates warning order out to JOC level 2 

and 3 staff for 24 hour operations

93 16-Oct- 1018

(U.S. Territory) Hotel and Restaurant 

Association (HRA) requests guidance on 

movement of (Location) tourists. 

Phone

(U.S. Territory) Hotel 

and Restaurant 

Association

(OCD SimCell)

OCD Controller

(SimCell) OCD 15

(U.S. Territory) HRA requests recommendation on what 

notification to provide to managers of hotels regarding movement 

or shelter of guests. Are there any restrictions on guests' 

movements towards (Airport)? 

OCD Controller (SimCell) contacts OCD. 

"This is (Name) from the (U.S. Territory) Hotel Security Association. We need 

to know your guidance on the movement or sheltering plans for hotel guests."

94 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD considers evacuation plan. N/A OCD N/A

(U.S. Territory) PD 

Controller 

(SimCell)

6

OCD is considering plan to conduct complete evacuation of area 

and requests (U.S. Territory) PD's initial assessment of 

feasibility 

96 16-Oct- 1026 OCD requests facility summary from HSS. E-mail OCD OCD Controller DPHSS DOC 7

OCD requests summary of healthcare facilities to handle mass 

radiological casualties. Information is required in order to assess 

requirements needed from off-island and Federal assets.

If not already coordinated, OCD controller prompts players to contact HSS DOC 

to request a summary of capabilities of healthcare facilities to provide care for 

radiologically-contaminated casualties. 

16-Oct- 1030 (Regiment #) CST Sampling Team returns 

to CST command post with sample. (Regiment #) CST 10

98 16-Oct- 0:00 (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

requests hourly SitReps from JTF-HD. N/A (Regional Military Command Subunit) N/A JTF-HD 2

U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) JOC directs JTF-HD to 

commence hourly SitRep reporting in accordance with (Regional 

Military Command Subunit) and JTF-HD U.S. Government 

Interagency Domestic Terrorism Concept of Operations Plan 

(CONPLANs) 5002 06

99 16-Oct- 0:00 Initial public information release is initiated. N/A OCD N/A JIC 15 OCD Joint Information Center (JIC) initiates initial public 

Information release. 

102 16-Oct- 1031 Incident commander provides SitRep 5. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2, 5

Incident Commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

103 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD requests additional support from 

American Red Cross. N/A OCD N/A American Red Cross 7 OCD requests American Red Cross support to initiate a plan for the care and feeding of first responders and victims. 

104 16-Oct- 0:00 HSS requests coordination from 

(Hospital) N/A DPHSS N/A (Hospital) 6 HSS requests (Hospital) coordinate immediate mass care assistance requests in vicinity of incident

16-Oct- 0:00

Local Federal counterparts (Bureau of 

Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 

[ATF], FBI) arrive at scene.

FBI/ATF 5

105 16-Oct- 0:00 SECDEF authorizes selective release of 

DSCA forces. MSG OSD-HD (SimCell)

OSD-HD 

(SimCell) PACOM JOC 5 SECDEF authorizes selective release of DSCA forces while at FPCON DELTA.

Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)-HD has authorized selective release 

of forces to provide assistance to State and local forces to support incident 

response

106 16-Oct- 1037 Disaster planning for (U.S. Territory) 

visitors is requested. Phone OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) HRA 15

OCD requests (U.S. Territory) HRA initiate disaster 

preparedness plan with (U.S. Territory) tourism industry through 

hotel security plans for sheltering in place of visitors. 

If not already coordinated, OCD controller should prompt players to contact (U.S. 

Territory) HRA to request assistance with preparation of a disaster 

preparedness plan for (U.S. Territory) tourists. 

16-Oct- 1038 UC provides situation report to FBI-ATF. (U.S. Territory) 

FD/FBI/ATF 2

107 16-Oct- 0:00 FEMA recovery protocols are initiated. N/A FEMA Region [#] Area 

Office N/A 5 FEMA Region (#) Area initiates recovery protocols and procedures that drive mission requirements and support

108 16-Oct- 0:00

OCD requests that JTF-HD provide a 

summary of DoD EOD and HazMat 

capabilities available to provide support.

Phone OCD OCD Controller JTF-HD 7, 10 OCD requests JTF-HD provide a summary of the DoD EOD and 

HazMat teams available to provide assistance.

If not already completed, OCD controller should prompt player to contact JTFHD and request a summary of DOD EOD and HAZMAT teams availability to 

support response effort. 

110 16-Oct- 0:00 DCO reports to preliminary JFO colocated 

with FEMA N/A DCO N/A JTF-HD 2 DCO reports to preliminary Joint Field Office colocated with FEMA at location TBD

16-Oct- 1045 FBI-ATF informs U.S. District Attorney of 

SitRep FBI/ATF 2

111 16-Oct- 0:00 DCE deployed to ICP. N/A JTF-HD N/A (Regiment #) (Infantry 

Brigade) 5 DCE is predeployed to incident command site. 

16-Oct- 1050

U.S. District Attorney establishes Joint 

Operations Center (U.S. Territory) and 

Forward Command Element.

FBI/ATF/U.S. District 

Attorney 5

112 16-Oct- 0:00

JTF-HD reports to (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) that DCO has been 

deployed

N/A JTF-HD N/A (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 2, 5, 10

JTF-HD reports to (Regional Military Command Subunit) that 

DCO has been deployed to preliminary JFO with FEMA at (Army 

Post)

16-Oct- 0:00 Communications between JOC and EOC 

are initiated EOC/OCD/JOC 2

113 16-Oct- 0:00

Availability of non-government 

organizations (NGOs) and private 

volunteer organizations (PVOs) is 

determined 

E-mail JTF-HD JTF-HD Controller (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard 7 JTF-HD requests assessment of availability of NGOs and PVOs from the (U.S. Territory). National Guard is to provide assistance. 

JTF-HD requests that (U.S. Territory) National Guard review ability of local 

NGOs and PVOs to provide assistance and requests a plan to establish liaison 

with appropriate organizations. 

16-Oct- 0:00 LC-(U.S. Territory), initially prepares to 

deploy (generators/food/water) 5, 6

16-Oct- 1100 LC-(State) initially prepares to deploy 

(generators/food/water) 5, 6

16-Oct- 1100 Governor of (U.S. Territory) provides public 

address on situation EOC/OCD/JIC 15

114 16-Oct- 0:00 JTF-HD requests assessment from 

(Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade). N/A JTF-HD N/A (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) 5

JTF-HD requests initial assessment of critical 

information/vulnerabilities for possible danger areas from 

(Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade)

115 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD requests shelter plan from (U.S. 

Territory) FD N/A OCD N/A (U.S. Territory) FD 6 OCD requests status of county emergency shelters from (U.S. Territory) FD

116 16-Oct- 0:00 FEMA establishes IOF at (Army Post). Phone FEMA Region [#] Area 

Office

FEMA Controller

(SimCell) OCD 5 FEMA advises OCD that Federal IOF at (Army Post) has been established.

FEMA Region (#) Area Office advises OCD that initial JFO has been 

established. Interim PFO is in place and other Federal Agencies should be 

available to support State efforts in near term. 

FEMA advises OCD that they are working with JTF-HD to get update of FPCON 

restrictions for base access of responding officials to JFO at (Army Post). 

118 16-Oct- 0:00 Incident commander provides SitRep 6. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

120 16-Oct- 1108 OCD requests HSS/medical examiner 

assessment of care for fatalities. E-mail OCD OCD Controller DPHSS DOC 8

OCD requests HSS coordinate with the medical examiner to 

determine requirements for handling mass fatalities. Information 

is required in order to assess requirements needed from offisland and Federal assets.

If not already coordinated, OCD controller should prompt player to contact HSS 

DOC to request summary of capabilities of State medical examiner to coordinate 

care for mass casualties and the special handling of contaminated remains. The 

request should assist OCD with the preparation of a request for Federal 

assistance (RFA) for Federal mortuary care. 

121 16-Oct- 0:00 Contingency emergency shelter operations 

are activated N/A OCD N/A 5, 6 OCD activates contingency planning for emergency shelter operations

122 16-Oct- 0:00 (Regional Military Command Subunit) 

issues commander's guidance. N/A (Regional Military Command Subunit) N/A JTF-HD 2 (Regional Military Command Subunit) completes initial mission analysis and issues commander's guidance to JTF-HD. 

123 16-Oct- 0:00

(Regional Military Command Subunit) 

requests deployment order (DEPORD) 

update.

E-mail (Regional Military 

Command Subunit)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Controller

JTF-HD 5, 7

(Regional Military Command Subunit) requests update on initial 

DEPORD status and requirements anticipated from components 

to support response operations. 

If not already coordinated, the (Regional Military Command Subunit) controller 

should prompt the player to request an update from JTF-HD on the status of a 

DEPORD for components in support of State response efforts. 

124 16-Oct- 0:00 DCO requests deployment of a forward 

military coordination team (FMCT). N/A DCO N/A JTF-HD 5, 7 DCO requests call up and deployment of a FMCT to the incident command site to facilitate military support.

125 16-Oct- 0:00 An update on (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard mobilization plan is requested. E-mail OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) National Guard 5

OCD requests the status of planning to mobilize (U.S. Territory) 

National Guard on State Active Duty from (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard JOC.

If not already requested, OCD controller should prompt player to request an 

update from (U.S. Territory) National Guard on status of mobilization of (U.S. 

Territory) National Guard for Active Duty response. 

126 16-Oct- 0:00 USCG coordinates harbor security. N/A USCG Sector (U.S. 

Territory) N/A Broadcast 1, 5, 13

USCG Sector (U.S. Territory) coordinates with harbor facilities 

and waterfront operators to ensure that harbors are as secure as 

possible from real or potential threats to navigation. 

128 16-Oct- 1131 Incident commander provides SitRep 7. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2, 3

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

129 16-Oct- 1137 DOE is designated Federal Coordinating 

Agency. Phone FEMA Region [#] Area Office

FEMA Controller

(SimCell) OCD 5

FEMA advises the OCD that in accordance with the Nuclear 

Radiological Annex to the National Response Plan that the DOE 

has been designated as Federal Coordinating Agency. DOE will 

be responsible for coordination of the Federal response to the 

terrorist event at the JFO. 

FEMA controller advises OCD that in accordance with NRP, the DOE has been 

designated as the lead Federal Coordinating Agency for the response effort. 

16-Oct- 1200

Government (U.S. Territory) press 

statement/public health message, and 

continuing, is issued. 

15

16-Oct- 1200 A restricted area is established; all 

evacuation is complete N/A

130 16 Oct 0:00 TIME PLACEHOLDER

131 16-Oct- 0:00 Public information updates are provided. N/A OCD N/A VJIC 15 OCD continues to provide periodic updates for public release 

through the Virtual Joint Information Center (VJIC).

132 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD informs the FCO of initial request for 

assistance (RFA). N/A OCD N/A FCO at JFO(FEMA SimCell) 2

OCD will inform FCO of requirements through the established 

RFA system to process through JFO. These RFAs will be 

processed and provided to the responsible agency for coordination 

through emergency support function (ESF) assignments. 

133 16-Oct- 1231 Incident commander provides SitRep 8. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

134 16-Oct- 0:00

OCD requests assessment of food 

supplies through (U.S. Territory) 

Department of Agriculture 

N/A OCD N/A Dept of Agriculture 2, 11

OCD requests an assessment of current inventories of food 

supplies on the island through the (U.S. Territory) Department of 

Agriculture

135 16-Oct- 0:00 A QRF is requested. Phone OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard JOC 5, 13

(U.S. Territory) PD is having a difficult time cordoning off the area 

and has already requested assistance from the SLEC regional 

response force (RRF). The Governor is ordering the activation of 

the (U.S. Territory) National Guard QRF to assist with crowd 

control and cordoning off the affected area.

This is the Office of Civil Defense, the Governor has ordered the activation and 

deployment of the (U.S. Territory) National Guard QRF. We request that they 

report to the staging area on (Street) as soon as possible. Please advise on 

their estimated time of arrival.

136 16-Oct- 0:00 Disturbance at (Airport) departure area. Phone OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard JOC 5, 13

At (Time), an unruly crowd became very agitated in the vicinity of 

the airport departure security area. They were prevented from 

entering the area because of flight cancellations. People are 

concerned about the potential radiation hazard.

This is the Office of Civil Defense, (Name), the director of security at the airport, 

is requesting immediate backup to help us contain the growing crowds of people 

who want to leave the island because of reports of radiation. 

137 16-Oct- 0:00 An official order is issued for DCO/DCE 

operations. Message (Regional Military Command Subunit) JTF-HD JTF-HD 5

Commander (Regional Military Command Subunit) coordinates 

with JTF-HD to publish fragmentation order for clarifications of 

DCO/DCE operations

138 16-Oct- 0:00 A muster of Government (U.S. Territory) 

employees to assist is initiated. E-mail OCD OCD Participating Gov (U.S. Territory) Departments 5

In accordance with (U.S. Territory) Terrorism Response Plan, 

OCD requests assessment of the number of government 

employees available to assist with disaster response operations.

139 16-Oct- 0:00 FCO at JFO completes initial needs 

assessment. N/A N/A 5, 7 FCO at JFO (FEMA Region [#] Area Office) completes initial needs assessment based upon requests provided from OCD.

140 16-Oct- 0:00

Initial coordination of (U.S. Territory) 

Disaster Assistance Recovery Centers 

(DARC) is implemented

E-mail OCD OCD OCD 5 OCD initiates coordination with OCD for location of (U.S. 

Territory) DARCs.

141 16-Oct- 0:00

OCD requests that the American Red 

Cross coordinate (U.S. Territory) volunteer 

organizations active in a disaster (VOAD) 

efforts

N/A OCD N/A American Red Cross 5 OCD requests American Red Cross coordinate (U.S. Territory)-

VOAD efforts.

142 16-Oct- 1312 In response to the media, a summary of the 

patient tracking system is requested. E-mail OCD OCD Controller DPHSS DOC 8 OCD had received a request for information on patient tracking 

and refers request to HSS DOC. 

If not already coordinated, OCD Controller should prompt player to forward 

information about media inquiries regarding the method of tracking for the 

significant number o f victims, OCD refers the request to the HSS DOC and 

requests a summary of the methods used to track this unusually large number of 

patients 

143 16-Oct- 0:00 NDMS directs Federal mobilization of 

DMAT. Phone NDMS NDMS(SimCell)

(Hospital) 

( DMAT) 5, 8

NDMS directs Federal mobilization of (U.S. Territory) DMAT 

through FEMA. FEMA Region (#) Area notifies DMAT of Federal 

requirements

NDMS controller notifies the Healthcare Association of (U.S. Territory) of 

Federal mobilization requirements for DMAT. Discussion should ensue of 

requirements for Federal assistance 

145 16-Oct- 1320 (Hospital) confers with operations center 

regarding Federal mobilization. N/A (Hospital) N/A HSS DOC 2, 8

(Hospital) notifies DOC of notification of Federal mobilization of 

disaster teams and discusses potential impact on Statewide 

healthcare capability

146 16-Oct- 1330 Incident commander provides SitRep 9. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2, 7

Incident commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

149 16-Oct- 1340 DoD mission assignments to DCO are 

submitted. E-mail

FCO at JFO (FEMA 

Region [#] Area 

Office)

FEMA Controller

(SimCell) DCO 5, 10

FCO at JFO (FEMA Region [#] Area Office) submits mission 

assignment to DCO to determine availability of additional 

decontamination station capability to support CERFP efforts. 

FEMA turns around request from OCD to find additional decontamination station 

equipment and personnel to DCO. DCO provides request to JTF-HD for 

assistance with DoD assets.

150 16-Oct- 1345 DCO forwards mission assignments for 

decontamination support. N/A DCO DCO(SimCell) JTF-HD 5, 10

The DCO receives, processes, and coordinates mission 

assignments for decontamination support requirements with JTFHD

DCO forwards mission assignment for DoD decontamination support to JTFHD.

151 16-Oct- 1350 FCO requests military liaison officer . Phone

FCO at JFO (FEMA 

Region [#] Area 

Office)

FCO

DOE Controller

(SimCell)

DCO 5

FCO requests that in accordance with JTF-HD CONPLAN, the 

DCO work with the JTF to designate a military liaison officer to act 

as an assistant to the FCO. This officer should be familiar with 

military on-island capabilities and treatment for effects of radiation. 

152 16-Oct- 1355 DCO forwards FCO request to JTF-HD. Phone DCO DCO

(SimCell) JTF-HD 5 DCO notifies JTF-HD of request from FCO for assignment of a military liaison officer to the FCO. 

DCO notifies JTF-HD of requirement for assignment of a military liaison and 

specifies that the officer should be familiar with on-island capabilities and health 

physics aspects of radiation contamination. This request should prompt JTF-HD 

to consider different sources from component commanders for assignment and 

relay the request to the appropriate emergency preparedness liaison officer 

(EPLO) 

153 16-Oct- 0:00 OCD begins preparations for RNA teams. N/A OCD N/A HAS 5, 6

OCD watch team verifies with homeland security advisor (HSA) 

the composition, number, and deployment plans for RNA teams 

(Coordination with ESF-5 planning cell). Determination will be 

based on severity of damages initially reported or expected in the 

(Power Plant) area

154 16-Oct- 0:00

SitReps for (Regional Military Command 

Subunit), Joint Staff J-3, JDOMS, and 

service components for tracking are 

consolidated and submitted.

N/A (Regional Military 

Command Subunit) N/A JTF-HD 2

(Regional Military Command Subunit) directs JTF-HD to 

consolidate and submit SitReps for (Regional Military Command 

Subunit), Joint Staff J-3, JDOMS, and service components for 

tracking.

155 16-Oct- 1431 Incident commander provides SitRep 10. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 2

Incident Commander provides SitRep to OCD. SitRep includes 

casualties, damaged structures, damaged utilities, fires, needs 

assessment

156 16-Oct- 0:00 Mobile kitchen support is requested. Phone OCD OCD Controller (U.S. Territory) National 

Guard JOC 5, 6 Shelters are full, and there are insufficient facilities to feed the displaced personnel.

If not already coordinated, the OCD controller should prompt the player to 

request information from (U.S. Territory) National Guard. "This is the Office of 

Civil Defense. We need information on how many mobile kitchens that the (U.S. 

Territory) National Guard has and how many are operational. We need an idea 

on how long it would take to get them deployed. We are prioritizing shelter 

requirements and sites that require augmentation. We also need you to find out 

how many water trailers are available."

157 16-Oct- 1540 FCO submits next DoD mission 

assignments to DCO. E-mail

FCO at JFO (FEMA 

Region [#] Area 

Office)

FEMA Controller DCO 5, 6, 8

FCO at JFO (FEMA Region [#] Area Office) submits mission 

assignments to DCO to determine availability of additional beds at 

Naval Hospital (U.S. Territory). 

FCO at JFO (FEMA Region [#] Area Office) submits mission assignments to 

DCO to determine availability of additional beds at Naval Hospital (U.S. 

Territory). TAMC has been in contact with (Hospital) to coordinate beds; 

however, this would supplement that coordination with an official request through 

the DCO and JFO 

158 16-Oct- 1545

Coordinate mission assignment for 

assessment of hospital bed availability at 

Naval Hospital (U.S. Territory). 

Phone DCO DCO

(SimCell) JTF-HD 5, 6

The DCO receives, processes, and coordinates mission 

assignment for hospital bed availability at Naval Hospital (U.S. 

Territory) (TAMC) with JTF-HD.

The DCO should forward mission assignments for hospital bed availability at 

Naval Hospital (U.S. Territory) (TAMC) with JTF-HD. This should prompt 

discussion about any previous coordination already in place between the 

Healthcare Association of (U.S. Territory) and TAMC. 

159 16-Oct- 0:00 Rear operations with deputy DCO are 

established N/A DCO N/A JTF-HD 5 Rear operations DCO are established at JTF-HD.

160 16-Oct- 0:00 (Regional Military Command Subunit) J1 

requests JPERSTAT from JTF-HD. E-mail (Regional Military Command Subunit)

(Regional Military 

Command Subunit) 

Controller

JTF-HD 5

(Regional Military Command Subunit) J1 requests JPERSTAT 

from JTF-HD to confirm number of DoD personnel active in 

support of recovery efforts

If not already in progress, (Regional Military Command Subunit) controller 

should prompt player to request PERSTAT for personnel accountability. 

161 16-Oct- 1622 OCD evaluates requirements for 

preliminary damage assessment. N/A OCD N/A OCD 3

OCD evaluates damage reports, confers with OCD and FEMA to 

determine way ahead for preliminary damage assessment of 

facilities 

164 16-Oct- 0:00 JTF-HD coordinates availability with 

component EPLOs. N/A JTF-HD/JOC N/A Components/EPLO's 5 JTF-HD requests for availability of additional mobile kitchen trailer (MKT)-type assets are passed to all component EPLOs.

165 16 Oct 0:00 EPLO responds on MKT assets N/A Components N/A JTF HD 2 5 Components respond to JTF HD with availability 

16-Oct- 2000

ERT-(#) arrives at (U.S. Territory) Civil 

Defense via DoD airlift, establishes IOF, 

completes RNA

5

16-Oct- 2000

Government (U.S. Territory) press 

statement/public health message, with FCO 

and PFO is released

15

16-Oct- 2000 Activate Federal operational staging area 

(Air Force Base) 5

166 16-Oct- 2000 An advisory on government workers in 

downtown area is requested. Phone OCD OCD (COC SimCell) OCD 15

OCD contacts OCD with request for advisory on whether 

government employees will be told to report to work on (Day of the 

Week). 

OCD (COC SimCell) should contact OCD to discuss process to advise 

government employees whether to report to work on (Day of the Week). Should 

the recommendation to city and county workers be the same as for the 

government workforce? 

16-Oct- 2100 

Incident Action Plan DAY 2 is updated 

(FCO-SCO Incident Objectives, Strategy 

for DAY 2)

5
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT 

TIME SUBJECT INJECT 

MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED BY 

(Responsible 

Controller)

SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED 

ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative)

16-Oct- 2200

JOINT PLANNING: DAY 2 Operations 

Period (Incident Action Plan DAY 2: 

Distribution and Briefings)

5

16-Oct- 2300 MERS arrives, initially sets up, and locates 

at JFO site 5,

16 Oct 2300 ESF 8 DMAT arrives initially sets up 5 8

16-Oct- 2400 ESF-12 RAP team arrives, initially sets up. 5, 12

16-Oct- 2400 ESF-10 RERT team arrives, initially sets 

up 5, 10

16-Oct- Is local threat condition increased to Red? 5

16-Oct- School and surrounding (City or Town near 

School) are evacuated 9, 13

16-OctCOTP assumes Federal on-scene coordinator (FOSC) role and establishes 

ICP and UC

5

16-Oct- Governor declares emergency (RED) and 

requests Federal assistance 5, 15

16-Oct167 17-Oct- 0001 TIME PLACEHOLDER

168 17-Oct- 0300 Joint Staff requests summary of guidance 

on mutual support in (U.S. Territory) E-mail Joint Staff J-3 JDOMS (SimCell)

Joint Staff/JDOMS

(SimCell) PACOM 5, 7 Joint Staff watch officer requests information to assist with preparation of briefing to Joint Staff regarding mutual support. 

In preparation for a morning brief at the Joint Staff, the J-3 watch officer contacts 

(Regional Military Command Subunit) and requests a summary/point paper on 

existing agreements unique to (U.S. Territory) that specify levels of mutual 

support to civil authorities. The watch officer requests that the summary be a 

coordinated response from (Regional Military Command Subunit) and JTF-HD. 

169 17-Oct- 0400 A communications plan is issued to all DoD 

assets deployed E-mail DCO (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade)

(Regiment #) (Infantry 

Brigade) 2, 5 DCO directs (Regiment #) (Infantry Brigade) to coordinate longterm communications plan for component forces

17-Oct- 0500 ESFs' mission engagement of 24/7 

operations is established 5

17-Oct- 0500 JFO sets up LC-(U.S. Territory), MERS, 

FEMA Log 5

17-Oct- 0600 IMAAC plume model consolidates 

DOE/EPA/NGB CST field data 5

17-Oct- 0700

JOINT PLANNING: FCO-SCO joint 

incident objectives and strategy meeting is 

conducted

5

17-Oct- 0700

LC-(U.S. Territory), FEMA Logistics 

deploy resources/commodities to Federal 

operations staging area (FOSA) and point 

of distribution sites (PODs), as required.

5, 7

173 17-Oct- 0820 FCO (DOE representative) contacts OCD 

with update on DOE support. Phone DOE Rep

FCO

DOE Controller

(SimCell)

OCD 5, 12

FCO (DOE representative) contacts OCD to provide an update on 

the arrival of DOE monitoring and assessment support. DOE 

representative requests (U.S. Territory)'s guidance on 

employment of Federal teams in response effort. 

FEMA representative notifies OCD that DOE teams have arrived on the island. 

This inject should prompt discussion between DOE and OCD about the 

capability of the DOE teams and the optimal employment of these teams in 

support of the (U.S. Territory) recovery efforts. 

172 17-Oct- 0830 Incident commander submits RFA to 

establish a permanent cordon. Phone Incident Commander 

(SimCell)

(U.S. Territory) FD 

Controller (SimCell) OCD 1, 5, 13

Incident commander requests that OCD assist with development 

of a plan to establish a permanent cordon/barrier around the 

restricted area. 

The restricted area needs to have a more permanent structure established 

around the (City or Town near the Power Plant) area that will clearly restrict 

access to all unauthorized and unprotected personnel. OCD assistance in 

developing a plan to place concrete barriers around the area with signage is 

requested. Confirmation with HSS about the proposed area for restriction is 

requested 

17-Oct- 0900 JOINT PLANNING: joint operations action 

planning is conducted 5

17-Oct- 0900

Follow-on Federal agencies resources and 

technical specialists (e.g., FEMA [ERT-#] 

and MERS, ESFs [EPA, DOE, HHS]) 

arrive 

5

174 17-Oct- 0900 FCO submits next DoD mission 

assignments to DCO. E-mail

FCO at JFO (FEMA 

Region [#] Area 

Office)

FEMA Controller DCO 5, 10

FCO at JFO (FEMA Region[#] Area Office) submits mission 

assignments to DCO to determine availability of additional 

radiation monitoring teams to survey areas at additional distances 

from Ground Zero 

FEMA turns around the request from OCD for assistance with additional 

radiation survey teams to monitor areas at greater distances from incident site. 

FCO at JFO provides a request to DCO for coordination with JTF-HD.

175 17-Oct- 0905 The mission assignments for additional 

radiation survey teams are coordinated. Phone DCO DCO(SimCell) JTF-HD 5, 10 The DCO receives, processes, and coordinates mission assignments for additional radiation survey teams with JTF-HD.

177 17-Oct- 0931 Victim assistance is requested. E-mail DHS

(SimCell)

DHS

(SimCell)

OCD, Red Cross (and 

Tourism Bureau) 6, 16

Conventional telephone lines into (U.S. Territory) are rapidly 

overwhelmed with calls primarily from (International Country) and 

the U.S. mainland searching for family members in (U.S. 

Territory) at the time of the explosion. Additionally, the 

(International Country) Ambassador in Washington, DC, has 

asked the U.S. State Department and DHS about the status and 

location of citizens of (International Country) visiting (U.S. 

Territory) at the time of attack. 

OCD requests that Red Cross activate a Website to identify those foreign 

tourists and U.S. citizens relocated to emergency family support centers and 

shelters. To accomplish the task Red Cross volunteers will be needed from the 

local community at each of the family support centers and temporary shelter sites 

to enter the critical identifying information. Additionally, OCD requests that Red 

Cross coordinate with their counterparts both on the U.S. mainland and in 

(International Country) and elsewhere to announce activation of the Website and 

how concerned citizens may use the site to identify the status of their family 

members. 

178 17-Oct- 1000 FCO submits next DoD mission 

assignments to DCO. E-mail

FCO at JFO (FEMA 

Region [#] Area) 

Office)

FEMA Controller DCO 5, 10, 

14

FCO at JFO (FEMA Region [#] Area Office) submits mission 

assignments to DCO to determine availability of military divers 

who would be equipped to survey waters adjacent to (Power Plant) 

area. Assessment by radiation health teams indicate that there are 

acceptable levels of contamination in the water. 

FEMA turns around the request from OCD for assistance to determine the 

availability of divers to survey the channel area adjacent to (Power Plant). FCO at 

JFO provides a request to DCO for coordination with JTF-HD.

180 17-Oct- 1030 Tour operators request information about 

claims for losses. Phone (Tour Company) SimCell OCD 14, 15 Tour operators request information about claims. 

SimCell roleplayer contacts OCD to inquire about legal claims assistance for 

their damaged inventory of vehicles. Will they have to decontaminate their 

vehicles? Would anyone want to buy them? How will they dispose of the vehicles if 

they can't be sold? Will there be a program to process claims for damages 

through the Federal Government? 

17-Oct- 1200 JOINT PLANNING: FCO-SCO review and 

approval is conducted 5

181 17-Oct- 0:00 TIME PLACEHOLDER

17-Oct- 1400 EMEDS arrives. 5

17-Oct- 1400 ESF-6 arrives for assessment/coordination 

of mass care and emergency assistance. 5, 6

17-Oct- 1400 Joint Information Center (JIC) initially 

locates/stands up 5

17-Oct- 1700

JOINT PLANNING: DAY 3 Operations 

Period: (Incident Action Plan DAY 3: 

Briefings)

5

17-Oct- 1700

Government (U.S. Territory) and Federal 

agencies transition to JFO space with 

basic setup with communications and 

continuing standup.

5, 7

17-Oct- 2000 (Location) RRCC transitions to ERT at 

JFO 5

17 Oct 2200 JIC stands up 5
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated) INJECTED BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

3620-05 D+3 - D+ - 10:30:01 a.m.

(Municipality) Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) receives calls from 

concerned citizens regarding men seen in 

(Personal Protective Equipment [PPE])

Phone Concerned Citizen EOC Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

Concerned citizens see DOE teams in PPE 

testing for (HazMat) in (Non-adverse Location). 

They call in to ensure they are not still in an 

(Adverse Location).

(Municipality) recognizes they have conflicting 

information; they contact the State Emergency 

Coordination Center (ECC) to gather 

information on contamination. State contacts the 

Department of Public Health, who contacts the 

DOE. Explanation of DOE team is relayed to 

concerned citizens.

This inject was added as a contingent to make 

sure the State OEM is relaying standard 

information to all concerned citizens. This inject 

is to being used to get the (Municipality) to 

recognize and provide accurate information on 

DOE teams. For injects of this type go into the 

exercise.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "I live at (Street Name, Municipality, State Zip Code). Yesterday, I saw somebody outside my 

house in (Personal Protective Equipment) doing tests or something. I saw on the TV that our area was safe from (HazMat). Is 

this true? Did I receive the wrong information?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3110 D+2 - D+ - 12:00:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Transportation 

(DOT) EOC receives calls from employees 

regarding safety and contamination for the 

upcoming commute

Phone Citizen (Transportation/Maintenance 

Bureau) Recover: 2. Restoration of Lifelines 1

Employee asks (Municipality) DOT EOC how to 

get to work. If it is safe to ride a bike or walk? Is 

(Public Transit) running? What about driving?

Status inquiries and coordination of operations

Instructions: (#) to (#) calls are placed into the 

(Municipality) DOT EOC. Notes: (Municipality) 

ECC and other operations centers are having 

very limited communications with (Public 

Transportation Company), (Municipality) DOT 

EOC, and other centers. Assumptions are being 

made about the actions of others, and 

operational tempo is slow in many places.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Employee asks (Municipality) DOT EOC how to get to work. If it is safe to ride a bike or walk? 

Is (Public Transit) running? What about driving? *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3210 D+2 - D+ - 7:00:01 a.m.

(Public utilities) worker concerned about 

seeing men in "(Slang Term for Specific 

Personal Protective Equipment)" and 

contamination on personal clothing

Phone Concerned Citizen

(Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety 

and Health)

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 3,10

(Public Utility) workers are calling to find out 

about exposure from water runoff that may have 

been contaminated with (HazMat) debris. They 

saw responders in "(Slang Term for Specific 

Personal Protective Equipment)"and want to 

know if their employer should be giving them the 

same protection. They want to know what to do 

with personal clothing that came in contact with 

contaminated water. Can they take it home and 

wash it in their washing machines?

Players will request (Mathematical/Statistical 

Model) data and/or field monitoring data to 

begin hazard assessment and recommendation 

for worker. Players may request data/information 

from Incident Commnand Safety Officer to 

coordinate response.

EOC and AOC have not gotten current/definitive 

(Mathematical/Statistical) modeling, and play is 

lagging. Recommend several injects with 

similar theme. Impact to (Exercise) suspected to 

be minimal. Injects go to (State) OSHA and 

OSHA working together at (State) OSHA AOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hi, this is (Name) and I'm a (Public Utilities) worker, and we've been working all day dealing 

with the (Impacted Task). We saw responders in "(Slang Term for Specific Personal Protective Equipment)"and I want to know if 

my employer should give me a '(Slang Term for Specific Personal Protective Equipment)'? Can I take my personal clothes that 

got (Contaminating Element) on them home? Can I wash them in my machine at home?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3699 D+2 - D+ - 5:45:01 p.m. Hospitals overwhelmed by special needs 

patients Phone (Legacy Coordination Center) (Neighboring County Health Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

Hospitals are overwhelmed with special needs 

patients who need continued care and occupy 

limited hospital beds. Approximately (#) over 

current capacity will need limited care and lowacuity beds. These patients cannot be referred 

to the (Mobile Emergency Care Unit) because 

they will need limited follow-on hospital care. 

Mix of (#) percent (Population Demographic) 

and (#) percent (Demographic).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hospitals are overwhelmed with special needs patients who need continued care and occupy 

limited hospital beds. Approximately (#) over current capacity will need limited care and low-acuity beds. These patients cannot be 

referred to the (Mobile Emergency Care Unit) because they will need limited follow-on hospital care. I estimate a mix of (#) 

percent (Population Demographic) and (#) percent (Demographic). Patients require care similar to (Specialized Care 

Facility)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 5207-03 D+1 - D+ - 11:20:01 p.m. (Local Specialized Medical Facility) 

requests additional medical supplies Fax (Legacy Coordination Center) (Neighboring County Health Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

(Name) Burn Center requests additional 

medical supplies from (Local Municipality) 

Departmental Operations Center

Pass request on to ECC; pass on to State PH 

AOC; order (National Medical Stockpile 

Agency)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Medical supply list will be faxed in order to stimulate (National Medical Stockpile Agency) 

request. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 2309-04 D+2 - D+ - 12:09:01 a.m.

(Municipality) (Call Center) notifies 

(Municipality) ECC that it will shut down 

due to call volume

Phone Concerned Citizen EOC Common: 2. Communications 2

(Municipality) (Call Center) notifies 

(Municipality) ECC that it will shut down due to 

call volume

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Name) from (Call Center). We're getting inundated with calls from the public asking 

all sorts of questions as to what to do with their contaminated clothes, goods, vehicles etc. We can't handle it anymore so we're 

shutting down!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

10

2311 D+1 - D+ - 4:10:01 p.m.

Eyewitnesses call 9-1-1 about a large 

(Disaster) at the (Directional Coordinate) 

end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2, 3

Multiple calls to 9-1-1 from eyewitnesses about 

a large (Disaster) at the (Directional 

Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality). Initial reports indicate (#) (Public 

Transportation Modes) may have been involved. 

Anticipate (Quantifiable Estimate of Extent of 

Injuries).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Municipality) Fire Bureau, (Municipality) 

Police Bureau.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Man, it's a massacre! There are (Injured/Deceased) everywhere! It looks like (#) (Public 

Transportation Modes) exploded on the (Directional Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure). I can't believe what I am seeing!" 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4905 D+2 - D+ - 10:56:01 p.m. Red Cross emergency response vehicles 

request update on contamination Phone American Red Cross ERV Red Cross

Respond: 20. Mass Care 

(Sheltering, Feeding, and Related 

Services)

6

Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles 

(ERVs) request update on sites being serviced. 

Are they contaminated? Is security present?

Red Cross Operations Center would check in 

with Red Cross (Liaison Officers) located at 

each EOC to verify whether or not specific sites 

are contaminated.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is ERV (#alpha) requesting situation report." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1201 D+2 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m.

U.S. Department of Human and Health 

Services (HHS) Incident Response 

Coordination Team arrives in 

(Municipality)

Phone HHS/Office of Public Health and 

Science (Department of Public Health) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5 ExPA: HHS Incident Response Coordination Team arrives in (Municipality)

HHS/Region (#) deploys (Incident Response 

Team) to local area to manage Emergency 

Support Function (ESF) (#) activities. (Incident 

Response Team) establishes operations at the 

State Office building, (Mailing Address).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA - HHS Incident Response Coordination Team arrives (Municipality) *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

4800 D+2 - D+ - 1:00:01 a.m. (Public Transportation Company) requests 

sampling report from (Municipality) EOC Phone (Metropolitan Transportation District) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 3. Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 1

ExPA: (Public Transportation Company) 

requests sampling report from (Municipality) 

EOC

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Public Transportation Company) requesting a current sampling report." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8637 D+4 - D+ - 5:45:01 p.m.

Concerned citizen calls (State Emergency 

Response Agency) regarding plot seen on 

VNN at Joint Field Office (JFO)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Management 

Office)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

Concerned citizen sees (Year) (Policy Action 

Group) model on wall of JFO cubicle and 

recognizes that it is different from the hazard 

area shown by the police commissioner.

(State Emergency Response System) receives 

call. Tasks issued to ESF (#). ESF (#) creates 

press release describing hazard area to (State) 

citizens.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Hey, I just saw a model on the wall of the JFO thing that shows contamination out to 

(Interstate). What is going on? Where is the (HazMat)? Are you lying to the citizens of (Municipality)? *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

3201 D+2 - D+ - 3:30:01 p.m.

Contracted (Emergency Responder) driver 

concerned about lack of exposure 

data/dosimeter

Phone Concerned Citizen

(Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety 

and Health)

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 8

A contracted (Emergency Responder) driver 

transporting patients from the incident site calls 

the (State) OSHA because s/he is concerned 

that s/he doesn't know what her/his exposure to 

(HazMat) is, and s/he doesn't have a dosimeter.

(State) OSHA will work with Public 

Health/others to determine the employee's 

approximate exposure, and determine where the 

"(adverse location)" is located. (State) OSHA 

will talk to the employee and explain the exposure 

data. (State) OSHA may perform perimeter 

monitoring.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Emergency Response) unit (#), I'm out here on the edge of the [disaster] zone and I 

have been transporting contaminated patients all day. I have no way to tell if I am contaminated or not. What should I do?" *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4201 D+1 - D+ - 8:07:01 p.m.

(Municipality) sheriff's department 

(Specialized Unit) patrol requests 

decontamination

Radio (Neighboring County Sheriff's 

Department) (Municipality) Fire Department Respond: 5. Responder Safety and Health 10

ExPA: After responding to the incident and 

conducting (Search and Rescue/Remotely 

Operated Vehicle) operations, (Local 

Municipality) Sheriff's Department (Specialized 

Unit) patrol requests decontamination at its 

(Public Access Point).

Contact (Municipality) Fire Bureau/the Unified 

Command requesting decontamination for the 

(specialized unit) Patrol and (specialized 

personnel) team personnel at the (Municipality) 

Sheriff's Office (Specialized Unit) Patrol 

(Meeting Location).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3203 D+2 - D+ - 11:15:01 p.m.

Demolition contractor calls to find out what 

PPE/training is needed to conduct recovery 

work

Phone Concerned Citizen

(Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety 

and Health)

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 3

A heavy equipment/demolition contractor calls to 

find out what sort of PPE or training they would 

need to protect their employees while doing 

recovery work around the (Disaster) zone.

(State) OSHA would work with (State) Public 

Health, DOL/OSHA, and others to determine 

exposure levels at the perimeter, and ascertain 

appropriate PPE and training for workers in that 

area. Findings would be discussed with the 

employer.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hello? This is (Name). I own the (Company Name). We are getting ready to start recovery 

work near the (Disaster) zone. Can you tell me what sort of training or equipment we should provide to stay safe and legal?" *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2205 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) police bureau requests 

additional security support through the 

State ECC

Expected player 

action (Municipal Police Department) ECC Respond: 6. Public Safety and Security Response 13

ExPA: (Municipality) Police Bureau requests 

additional security support through the State 

ECC in hopes of receiving support from the 

(State) National Guard.

ECC should assess the mission requirement. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2210 D+1 - D+ - 4:15:01 p.m.

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

requests security/law enforcement 

personnel for closing (Street Name) street 

between (Street Name) and (Street Name)

Expected player 

action

(Emergency Communications 

Agency)

(Municipality) Police 

Department

Protect: 1. Critical Infrastructure 

Protection 13

ExPA: (Emergency Communications) calls 

(Municipality) Police Precinct and requests 

officers for closing (Street) between (Street) 

and (Street) in order to implement its 

Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).

If (Municipality) Police Bureau and 

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office are strapped for 

resources/officers. Ultimate objective is to 

contact (Municipality) EOC and have them 

contact the State ECC to request the National 

Guard Response Force (NGRF).

(Municipality) Police Bureau should respond 

officers for the (Designated Timeframe) while 

the request is being processed through the 

EOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Municipality Emergency Communications Agency) requesting (Municipality) Police 

officers for closing (Street) between (Street) and (Street) in order to implement the Emergency Operations Plan." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

3202 D+2 - D+ - 8:00:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Public Health calls 

State EOC to determine if (State) 

Occupational Safety and Health 

Administration (OSHA) has (HazMat) 

sampling equipment

Expected player 

action (Department of Public Health)

(Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety 

and Health)

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 5

ExPA: (State) Public Health calls the State EOC 

to determine if the (State) Occupational Safety 

and Health Administration (OSHA) has 

(HazMat) sample equipment available (types 

and quantities).

(State) OSHA, working through MOU with 

DOL/OSHA Region (#), determines types and 

quantities of (HazMat) sample equipment and 

staffing available to assist with monitoring.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (State) Department of Health. We need to know if you have (HazMat) sample 

equipment available, and if so, what type and quantity." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7078 D+2 - D+ - 4:45:01 p.m. (Retail Establishment) alarm operators 

receive multiple alarms at store (#) Phone (Retail Establishment Alarm Panel) (Retail Establishment) Alarm Central Common: 2. Communications 2

Alarm operators receive multiple alarms at store 

(#), including front door alarm, motion sensors, 

and (Department) motion alarms.

Alarm operators will contact local authorities as 

well as notify EOC staff due to current 

(Municipality) situation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Retail Establishment) Alarm Operator (#alpha Identifier). I am receiving multiple 

alarms at Store (#), including front door alarm, motion sensors and pharmacy motion alarms." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1518-01 D+2 - D+ - 9:00:01 p.m.

(Television News Affiliate) request to 

FEMA regarding Joint Information Center 

(JIC) location

Phone PIO SimCell FEMA Region (#) Common: 2. Communications 15

(Television News Affiliate) calls FEMA Region 

(#) (municipality area office) and asks where the 

JIC will be located

Provide JIC location. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Television News Affiliate); where will the JIC be located?" *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

 1543-01 D+4 - D+ - 7:40:01 p.m. request for assistance in transporting food 

and water

Expected player 

action American Red Cross ECC Common: 5. Other 6

ExPA: The Red Cross calls the State ECC and 

requests assistance in transporting (#) 

(Quantity) of (Aid Resource) and (Aid 

Resource) from (Neighboring State) to shelters 

for self-evacuated persons in (Alternate 

Neighboring State).

The Red Cross must give this request to the 

State ECC. By prior agreement w/ FEMA 

Region (#), the State ECC agrees to prepare a 

request for assistance and passess it to the 

JFO.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is the State ECC requesting assistance in transporting (#) (quantity) of (aid resource) 

and (aid resource) from (Neighboring State) to the (Municipality) area. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1541-01 D+4 - D+ - 5:45:01 p.m. request for assistance in establishing 

HazMats (HazMat) removal plan

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC ECC Respond: 11. WMD/HazMat Response and Decontamination 10

ExPA: (Municipality) EOC calls the State ECC 

and requests assistance in establishing a 

HazMat removal plan with the U.S. 

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and 

other relevant Federal agencies under a 

request for assistance.

(Municipality) must ask this of the State. ECC 

develops a request for assistance and forwards 

it to the JFO for action. JFO starts the mission 

assignment process.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is the State ECC requesting assistance in establishing a HazMat removal plan. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1542-01 D+4 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m. Request assistance in providing (#) crisis 

counselors

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) ECC Respond: 17. Medical Surge 5

ExPA: (Local municipality) EOC calls the State 

ECC to request (#) crisis counselors to 

augment existing (Local Municipality) efforts for 

dealing with the affected population.

(Municipality) must request this of the State. 

The State, by prior agreement with FEMA 

Region (#), agreed to forward the requirement 

to the JFO after they take their slice of it. The 

State ECC fills request with [#] State assets and 

then prepares a request for assistance to the 

JFO for Federal assistance with the other (#) 

required. (Municipality) role plays requirement 

to coordinate with the JFO and ESF (#).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is the State ECC requesting assistance in providing (#) crisis counselors. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1552-01 D+4 - D+ - 4:32:01 p.m. (Municipality) requests technical support 

for health assessments

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) ECC Respond: 17. Medical Surge 5, 8

ExPA: (Local Municipality) EOC calls State 

ECC to request additional technical support 

personnel for health assessment of concerned 

citizens with stress-related symptoms and 

concerns about possible (HazMat) exposure.

(Municipality) specifies a number of health 

workers needed (say [#] and [#] locations they 

are needed) for and for a period of (quantifiable 

timeframe). State ECC prepares a request for 

assistance and sends it to the JFO.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1550-01 D+2 - D+ - 12:00:01 a.m.

(Municipality) (emergency management) 

requests assistance for (#) (Federal 

Disaster Medical Assistance) teams

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) ECC Respond: 17. Medical Surge 5

ExPA: (Local Municipality) EOC calls State 

ECC to request (#) additional (Federal 

Disaster Medical Assistance) teams for the 

(Municipality) area to support ongoing 

operations

State ECC prepares request for assistance and 

forwards it to the RRCC. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1551-01 D+1 - D+ - 8:00:01 p.m. (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

for additional trauma support

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) ECC Respond: 17. Medical Surge 5

ExPA: (Local Municipality) EOC calls State 

ECC to request additional (Level of Medical 

Care) support for (#) area hospitals.

(Municipality) specifies hospitals. State ECC 

prepares a request for assistance and sends it 

to the RRCC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4904 D+2 - D+ - 1:56:01 p.m. Red Cross emergency response vehicles 

(ERVs) request update on contamination Phone Red Cross ERV Red Cross

Respond: 20. Mass Care 

(Sheltering, Feeding, and Related 

Services)

6

Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicles 

(ERVs) request contamination information on 

sites being serviced.

Red Cross Operations Center would check in 

with Red Cross (Liaison Officer) located at 

each EOC to verify whether or not specific sites 

are contaminated.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This ERV (#alpha) requesting situation report. Where can I go and where should I not go?" 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3000 D+1 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m.

(State) Public Health Laboratory calls the 

Centers for Disease Control and 

Prevention (CDC) about collection and 

transfer of clinical specimens

Expected player 

action

(Human Services or Public Health 

Division) CDC Protect: 4. Public Health Laboratory Testing 8

ExPA: (State) Department of Health Laboratory 

calls the CDC to request confirmatory tests of 

(Chemical Element) identification and levels of 

exposure in (Laboratory Specimen) samples.

Notification of CDC lab of (Unconventional 

Terrorist Weapon) event. Collection of 

(Laboratory Specimen) samples from hospitals 

(notional). Request for rapid (Laboratory 

Discriminatory Test) screen from CDC. 

Transportation of samples to CDC and 

additional samples to (Laboratory Name) lab in 

(Neighboring State). Results reported via 

(Online Interface). Disseminate results as 

appropriate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We are requesting confirmatory tests of (Chemical Element) identification and levels of 

exposure in the samples." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1540-02 D+3 - D+ - 7:10:01 p.m. (Municipality) Medical Center calls about 

alarming (HazMat) detector readings Phone (Medical Center) (Neighboring County Health 

Department)

Respond: 11. WMD/HazMat 

Response and Decontamination 10

During hospital recovery operations, 

(Municipality) Medical Center staff use 

(HazMat) detectors equipped with package 

probes. The hospital detects readings all over 

the campus that are more than (#) times normal 

background (HazMat) readings. The hospital 

requests a (PPE-suited) survey team to confirm 

the readings and advise the hospital on next 

steps.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During hospital recovery operations, (Municipality) medical Center staff were conducting with 

(HazMat) detectors equipped with package probes. The hospital is detecting readings all over the campus that are more than (#) 

times normal background (HazMat) readings. The hospital is requesting a (PPE-suited) Survey Team to confirm the readings 

and advise the hospital on next steps. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1312 D+4 - D+ - 4:10:01 p.m. (Military Command Unit) requests law 

enforcement situation update

Expected player 

action USNORTHCOM USNORTHCOM/U.S. Army North (ARNORTH) DCE R10 Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: USNORTHCOM (Military Command 

Unit) requests that (Military Coordination 

Subunit) provide latest situation with respect to 

law enforcement situation in (Municipality).

This should force the DCE to position (Liaison 

Officers) at the Law Enforcement Fusion Cell.

Either the NORTHCOM or the FEMA JFO 

needs to inject this as a (Communications 

Transmittal Mode) message to the DCE.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is NORTHCOM (Military Command Unit) requesting the latest situation report with 

respect to the law enforcement situation in (Municipality)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3028 D+1 - D+ - 10:00:01 p.m. (State) Public Health Division contacts 

(National Emergency Medicinal Supplier)

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Human Services or Public 

Health Division)

Respond: 18. Medical Supplies 

Management and Distribution 5, 8

ExPA: State EOC is notified of supply 

shortages, especially for (Critical Injury) and 

(Critical Injury) patients, at most (Municipality) 

area hospitals.

ECC receives consolidated supply shortage 

lists from (Local Jurisdiction) Health 

Department. *equests are submitted to AOC 

logistics section for processing. Request for 

(National Emergency Medicinal Supplier) 

submitted through ECC/Region (#)/CDC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We are running short of supplies, especially for (Critical Injury) and (Critical Injury) patients, 

at most of the (Municipality) metro hospitals." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2049 D+4 - D+ - 2:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) (Local Retailers) will 

address concerns of business owners 

affected by (Unconventional Terrorist 

Weapon)

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Recover 3: Economic and Community 

Recovery 14

ExPA: Concerned business owners contact the 

mayor's office to tell how this event affected their 

businesses. Some businesses may be affected 

in the long term and may take action against the 

city.

The (Local Retailers) will have to address these 

issues.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We have concerned business owners contacting the mayors office to address how this event 

affected their businesses. Some businesses are saying they may suffer long term damage due to this event and may be taking 

action against the city." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2044 D+2 - D+ - 11:59:59 p.m.

(Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

through use of mutual aid agreements 

(MAAs)

Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 2. EOC Management 7

ExPA: Due to overwhelming resource needs, 

(Municipality) will need to utilize memorandums 

of understanding (MOUs) to acquire 

resources.

EOC sections such as Planning, Logistics, and 

Finance will need to coordinate efforts to 

actualize the MOUs and acquire the resources.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Municipality) EOC requesting immediate aid as per our Mutual Aid Agreements." 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2032 D+1 - D+ - 4:30:01 p.m.

(Local News Channel) requests public 

statements and interviews from 

(Municipality) government

Phone PIO SimCell Mayor's Office Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

(Television News Affiliate) requests public 

statements and interviews from the 

(Municipality) government

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Television News Affiliate) reporter (Name), we would like to know if you have any 

public statements prepared concerning the event in (Municipality)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1503 D+3 - D+ - 5:22:01 p.m.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) 

(Local Office) requests international 

intelligence 

Expected player 

action FBI USNORTHCOM/ARNORTH DCE R10

Prevent: 1. Information Gathering and 

Recognition of Indicators and 

Warnings

2

ExPA: The FBI [municipality] requests [Federal 

coordinating subunit] to provide intelligence 

analysis of international groups suspected in the 

attack. [Commander/Leader] wants to know if the 

U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has 

additional information on international terrorist 

groups.

Intent is for (Federal Coordinating Subunit) to 

route RFIs to the appropriate agencies within 

NC for answering by appropriate 

DoD/(Intelligence Subunit) agencies and test 

our ability to process classified data into and out 

of the Fusion Center. This may also raise the 

(Federal Coordinating Subunit) value to the 

fusion center should they have robust coms.

This is a test only to see if the chain of command 

can provide the info to the (Federal 

Coordinating Subunit) and if the (Federal 

Coordinating Subunit) can move that information 

to Federal law enforcement authorities. Success 

is predicated upon the cooperation of levels 

within the military and law enforcement.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is FBI (Municipality), requesting intelligence analysis of international groups suspected 

in the attack. (Commander/Leader) wants to know if DoD has additional information on international terrorist groups." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3506 D+1 - D+ - 5:05:01 p.m. State Fire Marshal activates ERC Expected player 

action (State) Fire Marshal's Office (State) Fire Marshal's Office Respond: 2. EOC Management 4 ExPA: (State) Fire Marshal Duty Officer activates the (State) Fire Marshal ERC.

(State) Fire Marshal Chief Deputy advises 

(State) Fire Marshal Duty Officer to activate 

(State) Fire Marshal ERC. (State) Fire 

Marshal Duty Officer activates their "on call" 

ERC team. ERC team members arrive at 

(State) Fire Marshal ERC at ARC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA - "This is (Name). We need to activate the ERC for (Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) 

event in (Municipality). I'll get back to you with the IC activated, the conflagration time, and the resources activated." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5402 D+2 - D+ - 7:10:01 p.m.

(State) Joint Task Force (JTF) requests 

review of (Assessment Report) prior to 

release to U.S. Northern Command 

(USNORTHCOM)

Expected player 

action National Guard USNORTHCOM/ARNORTH DCE R10

Prevent: 1. Information Gathering and 

Recognition of Indicators and 

Warnings

2,15

ExPA: (State) National Guard Joint Operations 

Center (JOC) requests review of (Assessment 

Report) designated for USNORTHCOM prior 

to release.

Allow JTF-(State) to review the document before 

release.

Note that (Assessment Report) is a 

NORTHCOM organization. State has right to 

scrutinize any information that goes to a DOD 

agency. Passes common sense test.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (State) JTF requesting a review of the (Assessment Report) product designated for 

NORTHCOM prior to release." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4821 D+1 - D+ - 4:07:01 p.m.

(Public Transportation Company) receives 

reports that (#) (public transportation 

mode) have lost power

Phone (Transportation/Train Operator) (Metropolitan Transportation 

District)/Train Common: 2. Communications 1

Reports to (Public Transportation) control from 

(#) (Public Transportation Mode) that they have 

lost power and are sitting away from a 

(Passenger Waiting Area). They all report 

some type of large (Disaster) or (Suspicious 

Noise) in the area at the time of power loss.

*** EXERCISE ***EXERCISE *** "We have reports from (Public Transportation Modes) (Number and Designation of Affected 

Public Transportation Modes) saying that they have lost power and are sitting away from a (Public Transportation Waiting Area). 

They are all saying something about a large (Disaster) or (Suspicious Noise) in the area at the time of power loss." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4211 D+1 - D+ - 4:06:01 p.m. (Municipality) Sheriff's Office patrol 

witnesses explosion Radio (Neighboring County Sheriff's 

Department)

(Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office (Specialized 

Unit) patrol unit, while on enhanced security 

patrols on the (River), observe a large 

(Disaster) from the (Directional Coordinate) 

end of the (Civil Infrastructure).

Radio their observations back to (Emergency 

Communications Agency) and respond. Local 

notification of a major event, information relayed 

over (Emergency Communications Agency) 

channels to all local first responders.

This needs to be injected from the (Virtual 

Control Center) (Municipality) Sheriff's Office 

Controller to the field controller in the boat.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** You have just witnessed a massive [disaster] involving multiple (Private Transportation 

Modes) and a (Public Transportation Mode) on the (Directional Coordinate) side of the (Civil Infrastructure). (#) or (#) (Private 

Transportation Modes) have run off the (Civil Infrastructure) and into the (Dangerous Environmental Element). *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

5205 D+1 - D+ - 4:40:01 p.m. (Local Building) notifies authorities of 

damage and evacuation

Expected player 

action (Legacy Coordination Center) (Neighboring County Health Department) Respond: 22. Other 5, 8

ExPA: The violence of the (Disaster) at (Civil 

Infrastructure) caused the (Emergency Alert 

System) of the (Medical Establishment) to 

activate. The (Medical Establishment) is located 

at (Street), approximately (#) blocks from the 

incident. The building is also in the fallout 

[Mathematic/Statistical Model-defined Area).

The clinical and research laboratories call 

(Hospital) EOC to report severe damage to the 

building. (Hospital) dispatches team to assess 

damage. Building determined to be severely 

damaged and contaminated with (HazMat) 

fallout. Immediate notional evacuation ordered. 

Research lab determined to be a complete loss. 

Need to re-establish Clinical Lab services and 

relocate staff.

This inject should be simulated from the (Virtual 

Control Center) straight to (Emergency 

Communications Agency), Mult. CO. Health 

and the (Medical Establishment). Ground Truth 

inject. The (Hospital Laboratory) at (Local Park) 

Park performs (#)% of lab tests. Loss of use has 

severe impact on diagnostic capabilities and 

income.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Name) from the (Medical Establishment) located at (Mailing Address). There was 

an [Disaster] and it set our (Emergency Notification System) off. The (Disaster) has damaged parts of the building. We're 

locking down the building and evacuating everyone." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4835 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m.

(Public Transportation Company) receives 

calls from concerned family members of 

employees

Phone (Transportation/Station Agent) (Transportation Operations 

Center) Common: 2. Communications 2

Calls come into (Public Transportation 

Company) from family members of employees 

who cannot be contacted, demanding to know 

what is going on

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We have Calls coming in to (Public Transportation Company) from family members of 

employees who are not responding to phone calls, demanding to know what is going on, they cannot contact their loved ones. 

What should we tell them?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4831 D+2 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. (Public Transportation Company) Web site 

crashes because of the volume of inquiries Phone (Transportation/Webmaster) (Transportation Operations Center) Common: 2. Communications 2

(Public Transportation Company) Web site 

crashes due to (Issue); (Public Transportation 

Company) PIO at the JIC is notified.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "The (Public Transportation Company) Web site is crashing because of the volume of 

inquiries!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7201 D+2 - D+ - 10:59:01 p.m.

(Local Telecommunications Company) 

calls (National Communications System) 

complains that (Telecommunications 

Service Priority) provisions are being 

exploited

Phone (Telecommunications Company)

DHS/National Communication 

System (NCS)/National 

Coordinating Center for 

Communications (NCC)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 2,15

(Telecommunications Company) provisioning 

codes are being awarded to entities that do not 

appear to meet Federal criteria as part of the 

(National Telecommunications Emergency 

Preparedness Service) community.

Local (Telecommunications Company) carriers 

request relief.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Hi, this is (Name). There seems to be frivolous and questionable (Telecommunication Service 

Priority) provisioning codes being awarded to entities that do not appear to meet Federal criteria as part of the (National 

Communications System) community. We are overwhelmed. Can you please help us out here? *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7077 D+1 - D+ - 4:12:01 p.m.

9-1-1 calls from concerned citizens 

regarding downed power lines in the (Local 

Jurisdiction) area

Phone Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

9-1-1 calls are received from concerned 

citizens regarding downed power lines in the 

(Local Jurisdiction) area

(Emergency Communications Agency) notifies 

the following: (Municipality) Police, (Utilities 

Company)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hey, There are power lines down all over (Street) and (Street). The power lines are jumping 

everywhere!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7094 D+1 - D+ - 4:55:01 p.m. (Local Public Utility Company) cuts the gas 

supply to (Public Venue)

Expected player 

action (Public Utility Company) (Business) Common: 2. Communications 12 ExPA: (Utilities Company) Gas cuts gas supply to (Public Venue).

Notifications: to (Multi-unit Retail Center) 

tenants: prepare for complete power outage if 

electricity is also lost

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Utilities Company). We have to cut gas service to (Public Venue)." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

3025 D+1 - D+ - 6:00:01 p.m.

(State) Public Health activates (Federal 

Disaster Medical Assistance Team) Task 

Force

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) (Human Services or Public 

Health Division)

Respond: 16. Triage and PreHospital Treatment 5, 6 ExPA: (Municipality) requests deployment of 

medical task force to incident site.

AOC receives request from (Municipality) EOC 

via the ECC. Approval granted. (State) (Federal 

Disaster Medical Assistance Team) task force 

activated

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) requests deployment of Medical Task Force to incident site. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4105 D+1 - D+ - 5:45:01 p.m. (Municipality) EOCs activate Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) (Neighboring County) Protect: 1. Critical Infrastructure Protection 5

ExPA: Based on information from (Municipality) 

on blast, (Municipality's County) EOCs will be 

advised to activate and implement (Specific 

Threat Level) protective measures.

EOCs for (List of Affected Municipalities), plus 

(Municipality) Fire Department, will activate.

The standard response to suspected terrorist 

events in the (Municipality) Metro area require 

local jurisdictions to go to threat level (Threat 

Level Indicator) and implement the appropriate 

response measures.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Based on information from (Municipality) on blast, (Municipality) EOCs will be advised 

to activate and implement Threat Level (Threat Level Indicator) protective measures. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5110 D+1 - D+ - 8:15:01 p.m. Concerned politician calls regarding 

clarification on chain of command Phone Politician (Neighboring County EOC) Common: 2. Communications 2, 15

A concerned (Political/Judicial Representative] 

from (Non-event State) calls (Municipality) the 

EOC requesting to know who is in charge of the 

overall emergency operations. (S/he) is 

requesting an organizational chart with point of 

contact information for all responding Federal, 

State, county, and local entities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Political/Judicial Representative) from (Neighboring State). I have family members 

there in (Municipality) and I demand to know who is in charge of the response effort. I want an Org chart telling who answers to 

who with point of contact information for every Federal, State, County, and Local entity involved. I want it faxed to my office ASAP! I 

want to know WHO IS IN CHARGE OUT THERE!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1500 D+1 - D+ - 2:30:01 p.m. (State) FBI activates a command post in 

watch mode with expanded participation

Expected player 

action FBI Field Office FBI Field Office Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: (State) FBI activates a an ICP in watch 

mode with expanded participation based on 

intelligence and activities in (Participating 

International Nation/Territory).

Command Post initially established due to 

Threat Stream (Threat Tracking Purposes), 

then transitions to an investigative JOC. 

(Municipality) Division (Commander/Leader) 

makes the call to stand up. Joint Operating 

Center (JOC) notifies (FBI Strategic Subunit) 

of activation. JOC sends (Liaison Officers) to 

appropriate EOC/ECC as they activate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) FBI activates a Command Post in Watch Mode with Expanded Participation 

based on intelligence and activities in (Participating International Nation/Territory). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2308 D+1 - D+ - 4:07:01 p.m.

(Jurisdiction) Bureau of Emergency 

Communications (BOEC) dispatches 

police, emergency medical services 

(EMS), and fire (Dispatching 

Specifications, Including Number of 

Notifications)

Expected player 

action (Municipal Fire Department) (Municipality) Fire Department Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: After receiving multiple calls from 

eyewitnesses, police officers, and the 

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office (Specialized 

Unit) Patrol, the Bureau of Emergency 

Communications (BOEC) dispatches police, 

EMS, and Fire (Dispatching Specifications, 

Including Number of Notifications).

(Dispatching Specifications by Emergency 

Responder Agency)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: After receiving multiple calls from eyewitnesses, Police, and (Municipality) Sheriff's 

Office (Specialized Unit) Patrol, the Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) dispatches Police, EMS and Fire 

(Dispatching Specifications, Including Number of Notifications). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4700 D+1 - D+ - 4:07:01 p.m. (State) convention center management 

affected by blast Face to face Convention Center (Metropolitan Regional Risk 

Management Department)

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 3

Management and security at the (Convention 

Center) feel the (Disaster) shock wave and 

structural damage to the building. The explosion 

originated near (Civil Infrastructure).

(Convention Center) security notifies 9-1-1. 

(Convention Center) management notifies 

Metro Regional Risk Management Department.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** You have just experienced a massive (Disaster) that happened near the (Civil Infrastructure) 

and rocked the Convention Center. There is physical damage to the structure and broken glass everywhere. ExPA: Convention 

Center notifies Metro Regional Risk Management Department about explosion by (Civil Infrastructure) that has damaged the 

(Convention Center). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1101 D+1 - D+ - 4:08:01 p.m.

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality) receives 

copy dispatch from (Emergency 

Communications Agency) about explosion 

at (Direction) end of (Civil Infrastructure)

Expected player 

action

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality)

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality) Respond: 2. EOC Management 2

ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) 

(Municipality) receives copy dispatch from 

(Emergency Communications Agency) about 

(Disaster) at (Directional Coordinate) end of 

(Civil Infrastructure).

(Defense Military Organization) calls/radios 

onscene responders for more information. 

Launch response (Military-associated Vehicle) 

for (Search and Rescue) and security, if not 

done so already. Begin notifications process up 

the chain of possible (Security Watch Group).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) (Municipality) receives copy dispatch from 

(Emergency Communications Agency) about (Disaster) at (Directional Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure). *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

7901 D+1 - D+ - 4:10:01 p.m. Notification of isolated (Utilities Failure) in 

(Municipality) (Public Utility Company) (Emergency Management Office) Common: 2. Communications 12 Isolated power outage in (Municipality) affecting (Utility Providers), and others.

Notify management. Notify (Municipality) OEM. 

Coordinate decisionmaking and response 

measures among affected public and private 

sector organizations to restore power in a 

contaminated area as quickly as possible; 

reduce effects of loss of power on affected 

populations and critical infrastructure, including 

communications.

This inject needs to be delivered to the in field 

(Safety Controller) controller for the (Public 

Utilities) company. They should contact their 

management and (Municipality) OEM. -ORDeliver this inject directly to (Municipality) OEM 

from a simulated power company (Virtual 

Control Center).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is (Affected Public Utility Company). There is an isolated power outage in (Municipality) 

affecting (List Affected Utilities Providers) and others. We have attached a map of the affected areas. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

2100 D+1 - D+ - 4:11:01 p.m.

(Municipality) fire department arrives on 

scene, establishes Incident Command, and 

notifies (Emergency Communications 

Agency) of (HazMat) presence

Expected player 

action (Municipal Fire Department) (Emergency Communications Agency)

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 4

ExPA: (Municipality) Fire Department arrives on 

scene. Dosimeters and (Unconventional 

Terrorist Weapon) monitors sound alarms.

Conduct initial assessment. Inform and notify 

(Emergency Communications Agency) of 

presence of [HazMat] source. Request that 

(Emergency Communications Agency) activate 

(Municipality) EOC and notify (State Emergency 

Response System). Request that (Emergency 

Communications Agency) dispatch 

WMD/HazMat and (#) alarm. Initiate 

firefighting operations. Implement NIMS/ICS. 

Incident Command

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Fire Bureau arrives on scene; (Emergency Response Vehicles) 

responding to (Emergency Communications Agency) (Initiating Emergency Callout) call. Dosimeters and (Unconventional 

Terrorist Weapon) monitors go off. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2102 D+1 - D+ - 4:12:01 p.m.

Onscene fire and EMS notify local hospital 

of an (Incident Scale Based Upon Injured 

and Deceased)

Expected player 

action (Municipal Fire Department) (Local Health and Science University)

Respond: 16. Triage and PreHospital Treatment 6

ExPA: (Municipality) Fire and EMS personnel 

notify (Hospital) of a (Incident Scale Based on 

Injured and Deceased).

(Municipality) Fire/EMS notify (Hospital) of an 

(Incident Scale Based on Injured and 

Deceased) via (Communication Method) with 

the following information: location, type of 

incident, approximate number of patients.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Fire/EMS notify (Hospital) of a (Incident Scale Based on Injured and 

Deceased). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2111 D+1 - D+ - 4:12:01 p.m.

BOEC regional pageout (Number of 

Emergency Notifications Sent) HazMat, 

MEDU, and weapons of mass destruction 

(WMD)

Expected player 

action (Municipal Fire Department) (Municipality) Fire Department Common: 2. Communications 5, 2

ExPA: After receiving additional calls from 

eyewitnesses and dispatching (Initial 

Emergency Callout) (Number of Emergency 

Notifications), the Bureau of Emergency 

Communications (BOEC) conducts a regional 

pageout of remaining units (Number of 

Emergency Notifications). The BOEC also 

dispatches a marine response due to calls about 

possible (Private Transportation Modes) in the 

(Dangerous Environmental Element). BOEC 

also dispatches a WMD box and MEDU due to 

information from the field about (HazMat) 

present at the site. The BOEC also notifies the 

(Municipality) Office of Emergency 

Management. The BOEC will also activate the 

(State)(Emergency Response System).

Dispatches: (Number of Emergency 

Notifications) Alarm: (Emergency Notification 

Emergency Responder Recipients). (Number of 

Emergency Notifications) Alarm: (Emergency 

Notification Emergency Responder Recipients), 

(Civil Infrastructure). WMD/HazMat.Metro 

Explosive Disposal Unit Notifications: 

(Municipality) FBI Field Office. Regional 9-1-1 

Centers. (Municipality) Office of Emergency 

Management. American Red Cross. 

(Municipality) EOC. (Municipality) EOC. 

(Municipality) EOC. (Municipality) EOC. 

(Municipality) EOC 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: After receiving additional calls from eyewitnesses and dispatching (Initial Emergency 

Callout) (Number of Emergency Notifications), the Bureau of Emergency Communications (BOEC) conducts a regional pageout 

of remaining units (Number of Emergency Notifications). BOEC also dispatches for marine response due to calls about possible 

(Private Transportation Modes) in the (Dangerous Environmental Element). BOEC also dispatches WMD Box and MEDU due to 

receiving information from the field as to radiological HazMat present at the site. BOEC also notifies (Municipality) Office of 

Emergency Management. BOEC will also activate the (State)(Emergency Response System). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2200 D+1 - D+ - 4:12:01 p.m. (Municipality) police patrol units (# Cars) 

arrive on scene

Expected player 

action (Municipal Police Department) (Emergency communications agency)

Prevent: 4. Law Enforcement 

Investigation 13

ExPA: (#) dispatched police cars arrive on 

scene and report back to dispatch the 

approximate area involved (Incident Scale Based 

on Injured and Deceased)

Bureau of Emergency Communications dispatch 

assigns additional units to incident.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (#) dispatched Police cars arrive on scene and report back to dispatch the approximate 

area involved in the large (Incident Scale Based on Injured and Deceased). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2001 D+1 - D+ - 4:58:01 p.m. (Municipality) EOC activates Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: (Municipality) EOC activated based on 

information about a level (#) disaster. Once the 

field Incident Commander has determined that 

the event is significant enough to notify the chain 

of command, the Incident Commander will notify 

the fire chief, who will initiate a regional page. 

This page will notify members of the Disaster 

Policy Council of the event, which will convene to 

discuss and make decisions. At this time, the 

mayor may elect to activate the EOC.

The Disaster Policy Council (DPC) will activate 

the EOC based on the mayor's decision. A page 

will go out to all EOC responders and the EOC 

will become active.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) EOC activated based on information of a level (#) disaster. Once the field 

IC has determined that the event is significant enough to notify the chain of command, the IC will notify the Fire Chief, who will 

initiate a regional page. This page will notify members of the Disaster Policy Council of the event, who will convene to discuss 

and make decisions. At this time, the mayor may elect to activate the EOC. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2037 D+1 - D+ - 4:59:01 p.m.

The (Municipality) EOC will assist in 

disseminating public health and safety 

information

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Respond: 6. Public Safety and Security Response 15

ExPA: the city EOC PIOs will utilize various 

media to inform the public of specific actions to 

take during the event

Information will be provided to citizens. Citizens 

will be informed of all necessary information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The city EOC PIOs will utilize various media to inform the public of specific actions to 

take during the event. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3610 D+1 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m. Formation of (State) National Guard JTF Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Emergency Management Office)

Respond: 3. Critical Resource 

Logistics and Distribution 5

ExPA: The (Military Training Subunit) directs 

the formation of (State) National Guard Joint 

Task Force (JTF) based on the request for 

assistance from (State) Emergency 

Management and the Incident Commander for 

various levels of support from the (State) 

National Guard.

(Name) gets the message and passess on to 

the (State) National Guard Joint Operations 

Center. The battle captain is expected to contact 

(Military Training Subunit). (Military Training 

Subunit) should make decision to launch the 

Joint Task Force to assist the incident 

commander. (State) Emergency Management 

will request a (Liaison Officer) to the ECC.

If the JTF doesn't launch, then we will be in a 

critical time and will quickly become 

overwhelmed with numerous issues.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Military Training Subunit) directs the formation of (State) National Guard Joint 

Task Force (JTF) based on the request for assistance from (State) Emergency Management and the Incident Commander for 

various levels of support from the (State) National Guard. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1102 D+1 - D+ - 4:14:01 p.m. Dispatched [Defense Military 

Organization] watercraft arrive on scene

Expected player 

action

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality)

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality)

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 2

ExPA: After receiving the copy dispatch, 

(Defense Military Organization) arrives on 

scene and tells the (Defense Military 

Organization) Station the approximate area 

involved and (Incident Scale Based on Injured 

and Deceased)

Sector (Municipality) notifies the following: 

(Applicable Defense Military Organization 

Subunits).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: After receiving the copy dispatch, (Defense Military Organization) arrives on scene and 

tells the (Defense Military Organization) Station the approximate area involved in the (Incident Scale Based on Injured and 

Deceased). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2103 D+1 - D+ - 4:15:01 p.m.

(Municipality) Fire Public Information 

Officer (PIO) arrives on scene and makes a 

public statement about the (HazMat) 

incident

Expected player 

action (Municipal Fire Department) (Municipality) Fire Department Respond: 15. Emergency Public Information and Warning 15

ExPA: After arriving on scene and receiving 

information from the initial assessment, the 

(Municipality) Fire PIO makes a public 

statement about the presence of (HazMat).

After arriving on scene and receiving 

information from the IDA, the (Municipality) Fire 

PIO makes a public statement as to (HazMat) 

being present.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: After arriving on scene and receiving information from the Initial Assessment, the 

(Municipality) Fire PIO makes a public statement as to (HazMat) being present. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2215 D+1 - D+ - 4:16:01 p.m.

MEDU, HazMat, and WMD Box arrive on 

scene, assess situation, and determine 

source to be (Originating Source 

Specifications)

Expected player 

action (Municipal Police Department) (Municipality) Police 

Department

Respond: 9. Explosive Device 

Response Operations 10

ExPA: Metro Explosive Disposal Unit (MEDU) 

arrives at incident scene, sets up, dons PPE, 

and checks for secondary devices. The MEDU 

takes samples for agent identification and 

identifies the source as (HazMat).

EDU will carry out (#) missions simultaneously. 

First, checking for secondary devices and 

sampling for (Unconventional Terrorist 

Weapon). Second, EDU will broadcast safety 

information. EDU arrives, sets up, dons PPE, 

and checks for secondary device. EDU takes 

samples for agent identification. Identifies the 

source as (HazMat).

EDU will probably be on scene before 

command. Fire and First Responders will 

gravitate toward EDU Lead to make command 

decisions.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Metro Explosive Disposal Unit (MEDU) arrives at incident scene, sets up, dons PPE, 

and checks for secondary device. EDU takes samples for agent identification; identifies the source as (HazMat). *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

5501 D+1 - D+ - 4:16:01 p.m. Port of (Municipality) activates EOC Expected player 

action Port of (Municipality) Port of (Municipality) Respond: 2. EOC Management 2, 5

ExPA: Port of (Municipality) activates EOC 

when (Emergency Communications Agency) 

becomes aware of the emerging situation and 

begins making CAD entries. Dispatchers at 

(Telecommunications Company) 

Communications Center will send out pages or 

make phone calls to key port staff personnel. 

Port staff members then determine appropriate 

response based on situational awareness.

Activate The Ports EOC at (Telecommunication 

Company). Contact FAA (Air Traffic Control) to 

assess impact on air traffic. Make further 

notifications to Port Management, Port Airport, 

and Seaport operations. Contact USCG 

(marine) and TSA (aviation) to assess situation, 

determine actions to be taken, and determine 

impact of those actions on seaport and airport 

operations. Develop messages for release to 

public/passengers at (Telecommunications 

Company). Coordinate with (Municipality) and 

State EOCs. Notify CBP. Notify FPS Mega 

Center in (Municipality).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Port of (Municipality) activates EOC when (Emergency Communications Agency) 

becomes aware of the emerging situation and begins making CAD entries. Dispatchers at (Telecommunications Company) 

Communications Center will send out pages or make phone calls to key port staff. Port staff then determines appropriate 

response based on situational awareness. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5201 D+1 - D+ - 4:20:01 p.m.

Regional hospital conducts hospital "all 

call" and requests (Communications 

System) updates

Expected player 

action

(Local Health and Science 

University)

(Local Health and Science 

University) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8 ExPA: (Hospital) conducts hospital "all call."

(Hospital Name) Hospital conducts all call via 

the (Communications System) system to 

request that all hospitals update the (Internal 

Hospital Notification System) system every 

(Identified Time Frame) based on patient and 

ambulance movements, and read and follow the 

events log. All participating hospitals will update 

(Internal Hospital Notification System) with 

information as to explosion and radiation related 

injuries real time/immediately. Hospital EOCs 

stand up. Just in Time (JIT) (Unconventional 

Terrorist Weapon) Training for staff conducted. 

Recall all staff. Hospital Decon Tents and 

Medical Care Points (MCPs) requested, 

deployed and established. Regional Hospital Px 

transportation coordinated from scene to 

appropriate Hospital based on capability and 

resources available. (State) Nursing 

Association to provide credentialed staff from 

outside ranks of hospital and Communicate with 

State Dept of Public Health for continuous 

Situational Awareness, to include appropriate 

standard of care.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Hospital) (OHSU) conducts Hospital "all call." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2201 D+1 - D+ - 4:25:01 p.m. (Municipality) police and fire commanders 

arrive and establish Unified Command

Expected player 

action (Municipal Police Department) (Municipal Police Department) Respond: 1. Onsite Incident Management 5

ExPA: (Municipality) Police and fire 

commanders arrive and establish Unified 

Command.

Fire and Police ICs will communicate and 

receive updated briefing of what is taking place. 

Ask for additional resources. Establish a 

perimeter. Request (Municipality) Police 

Bureau air assets. PPP of air assets in 

(Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) incident. 

UC will almost immediately contact (State) ERS 

via (Emergency Communication Agency) once 

they are established.

Police and Fire will need to work together and 

stay together. Note where CPXs are set up.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Police and Fire Commands arrive and establish Unified Command. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4500 D+1 - D+ - 4:30:01 p.m. Activation of (Municipality) County EOC Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5 ExPA: Activation of (Municipality) EOC.

Coordinate and manage communications and 

resources with (Municipality) and (Municipality) 

agencies in order to respond to unfolding events 

within the region.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Activation of (Municipality) Emergency Operations Center *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "I need help (Audible Coughing, Gagging) - can't breathe." "(House of Worship)." (More 

Coughing, Disconnects)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Concerned Citizen

There has been an accidental release of 

(Substance) in (Local Municipality) at the (Local 

House of Worship). Will generate between (#) 

and (#) patients.

(Neighboring County 9-1-1 

Center) 

(Municipality) Fire Department and 

(Municipality) Fire and Rescue will respond to 

the scene. Additional HazMat 

resources/capability will need to be identified 

since the district's HazMat team will be on 

mutual aid in (Municipality) for the 

(Unconventional Terrorist Weapon). Regional 

hospital will be contacted for patient transport to 

available hospital.

The field scene will be set up at (House of 

Worship).

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 4102

9-1-1 call about a (Adverse Emergent 

Contaminating Event) multi-patient scene 

in (Local Municipality)

D+1 - 

Tier I National Level Exercise (NLE) Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

D+ - 5:17:01 p.m. Phone
1401 D+1 - D+ - 4:32:01 p.m.

FEMA Region (#) Regional Response 

Coordination Center (RRCC) provides 

initial notification of a (HazMat) incident to 

the NOC and National Response 

Coordination Center (RRCC)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Common: 2. Communications 2

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC provides initial 

notification of a (HazMat) incident to the DHS 

National Operations Center (NOC) and the 

National Response Coordination Center 

(NRCC).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC provides initial notification of a (HazMat) Incident to the 

DHS National Operations Center (NOC) and the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1103 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m. (Defense Military Organization) District 

(#) activates crisis staffing watch

Expected player 

action (Defense Military Organization) (Defense Military Organization) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) District 

(#) stands up crisis staffing watch and (Incident 

Command Assistance Team) in support of the 

Incident Commander.

Evaluate (Defense Military Organization) 

District (#) staff procedures for providing 

needed information to the (Defense Military 

Organization) chain of command. Test 

(Defense Military Organization) district (#) staff 

procedures, and in particular those of the Crisis 

Staffing Watch (and [IC assistance team]), in 

support of the exercise commander.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) District (#) stands up Crisis Staffing Watch and 

(Incident Command Assistance Team) in support of the Incident Commander. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2035 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m.

(Municipality) officially requests 

assistance from (Municipality), activating 

mutual aid

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Respond: 3. Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 15

ExPA: (Municipality) Mayor declares a Local 

State of Emergency based on recommendations 

of (Municipality) OEM, then requests additional 

resources from (Municipality).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Mayor declares a Local State of Emergency based on recommendations 

of (Municipality). OEM then requests additional resources from (Municipality). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3602 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m. State ECC activates Expected player 

action ECC ECC Respond: 2. EOC Management 5 ExPA: State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) activated Notifications: FEMA Region (#) RRCC *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) activated *** EXERCISE ***EXERCISE ***

5212 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m.

(Municipality) Medical Center goes into 

lockdown after report of (HazMat) at 

(disaster site)

Expected player 

action (Municipality) Medical Center (Municipality) Medical Center Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

ExPA: (Hospital) goes into lockdown based on 

reports from (Alternate Hospital Name) 

Hospital that (HazMat) has been detected at the 

(Disaster) site.

All doors locked. Only one entrance left open for 

staff, patients, visitors. Security staff outside 

entrance to greet/triage/direct people. Security 

notifies satellite (Hospital) facilities (Hospital 

Units and Buildings)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: [Hospital] goes into lockdown based on reports from [alternate hospital name] Hospital 

that radiation has been detected at the [disaster] site. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2315 D+1 - D+ - 4:40:01 p.m.

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches (Municipality) Rapid Response 

Team (RRT)

Expected player 

action

(Emergency Communications 

Agency)

(Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

ExPA: (Regional Command) Command 

requests that all (Regional Command) be 

paged out and told to report to Staging Area; 

(Emergency Communications Agency) pages 

all members

(Regional Command) command should give 

location of Staging Area and safe route.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Regional Command) Command requests that all (Regional Command) be paged out 

and told to report to Staging Area; (Emergency Communications Agency) pages all members. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2036 D+1 - D+ - 4:47:01 p.m. Mayor of (Municipality) makes official 

public statement about incident

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Common: 2. Communications 15

ExPA: Mayor of (Municipality) makes official 

public statement about incident through 

specified media channels

Attorney's office involved; PIO/PAO involved *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Mayor of (Municipality) makes official public statement about incident through specified 

media channels. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7060 D+1 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m. (Retail Establishment) responds to 

logistics and personnel issues

Expected player 

action (Retail Establishment) EOC (Retail Establishment) EOC Common: 2. Communications 14

ExPA: (Retail Establishment) will work internally 

to mitigate and respond to logistics and 

personnel issues resulting from the attacks.

(Retail Establishment) EOC will forward 

information to logistics and transportation in 

order to reroute trucks and plan new distribution 

routes

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Retail Establishment) will work internally to mitigate and respond to logistics and 

personnel issues resulting from the attacks. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1025 D+1 - D+ - 5:02:01 p.m. EPA Region (#) Emergency Response 

Unit notified

Expected player 

action EPA Region (#) EPA Region (#) Respond: 8. Environmental Health 2 ExPA: EPA Region (#) Emergency Response Unit notified.

Phone Duty Officer calls Federal On-Scene 

Coordinators (OSC) in (Municipality). OSCs, 

along with START contractors, respond in 

accordance with National Contingency Plan.

(State) Emergency Management Division, 

(Municipality) Office of Emergency 

Management, or another State entity should call 

NRC at (Phone Number). This would begin a 

cascade of Federal and State notifications.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: EPA Region (#) Emergency Response Unit notified *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3021 D+1 - D+ - 5:15:01 p.m. (State) Public Health Division activates 

(HazMat) ERT

Expected player 

action (Department of Public Health) (Department of Public Health) Respond: 11. WMD/HazMat Response and Decontamination 10

ExPA: (HazMats Protective Service) contacts 

onsite incident commander to offer technical 

assistance and response after (State) ERS 

notification to Public Health Duty Officer.

(HazMats Protective Service) does ERT 

calldown, assembles and briefs teams, and 

dispatches ERT to event site. (HazMat 

Protective Service) contacts onsite incident 

commander to offer technical assistance and 

response.

(HazMats Protective Service) plays real time. 

There may be a delay due to time to assemble 

and deploy. Estimated up to (Estimated Arrival 

Time) until on scene.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (HazMats Protective Service) contacts onsite incident commander to offer technical 

assistance and response after (State) ERS notification to Public Health Duty Officer. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5101 D+1 - D+ - 4:40:01 p.m.

(Municipality) County Health Department 

activates Public Health Incident 

Management Team (IMT)

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Neighboring County Health 

Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 6

ExPA: (Municipality] Health Department 

activates Public Health Incident Management 

Team (IMT).

Health agency executives respond to word of 

(HazMat) release by assigning IC and [Incident 

Command assistance team] and activating ICP 

at (Business Establishment Building), (#) floor 

(Street Address).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Health Department Activates Public Health Incident Management Team (IMT). 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2000 D+1 - D+ - 4:45:01 p.m. (Municipality) declares a state of 

emergency

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Respond: 2. EOC Management 15

ExPA: the mayor will declare an emergency 

once all information has been gathered. 

(Municipality) OEM or EOC staff, if applicable, 

will assist with declaration process.

Mayor, based on input from Fire, LE, and DPC 

personnel, will declare a state of emergency. 

(Municipality) OEM or EOC staff will assist in 

the preparation of the emergency declaration.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The mayor will declare an emergency once all information has been gathered. 

(Municipality) OEM or EOC staff, if applicable, will assist with declaration process. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3101 D+1 - D+ - 4:54:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Transportation 

begins shutting down traffic corridors 

around incident site

Expected player 

action

(State) Department of 

Transportation

(State) Department of 

Transportation Common: 1. Planning 1

ExPA: (State) Department of Transportation 

begins shutting down traffic corridors around 

incident site.

(State) DOT District Manager or designee 

makes decision to close (Interstate) or other 

State highways near incident scene in response 

to request from Unified 

Command/(Mathematic/Statistical Modeldefined Area) projections from State Health. 

(State) DOT Traffic Management Operations 

Center activates traffic control personnel and 

equipment to implement closure/detour.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA - (State) Department of Transportation begins shutting down traffic corridors around 

incident site. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1502-01 D+1 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m.

Federal Emergency Management Agency 

(FEMA) Region (#) activates Emergency 

Support Functions (ESFs) at Level (#)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 22. Other 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC issues 

activation order to all NRP Emergency Support 

Functions to report to the (RRCC Site Name) 

RRCC now activated at Level (#).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC issues activation order to all NRP Emergency Support 

Functions to report to the (RRCC Site Name) RRCC now activated at Level (#). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1105 D+1 - D+ - 5:09:01 p.m.

(Defense Military Organization) Sector 

(Municipality) requests (Defense Military 

Organization) District (#) assistance with 

public affairs

Expected player 

action

(Defense Military 

Organization]—(Municipality)

(Defense Military 

Organization) Common: 2. Communications 15

ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) Sector 

(Municipality) requests (Defense Military 

Organization) District (#) assistance with 

public affairs

Evaluate (Defense Military Organization) 

District (#) public affairs support for the 

incident, including JIC participation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) Sector (Municipality) requests (Defense Military 

Organization) District (#) assistance with public affairs. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2202 D+1 - D+ - 5:10:01 p.m. (Municipality) Police Bureau requests 

metro rapid response teams

Expected player 

action (Municipal Police Department) (Municipal Police Department) Respond: 6. Public Safety and Security Response 13

ExPA: (Municipality) Police Bureau requests 

mutual aid. (Specialized Police Subunit) 

Command should notify via phone, radio or 

person, the need for all (Specialized Police 

Subunit) units.

(Municipality) Police Bureau requests that 

(Emergency Communications Agency) page out 

(Specialized Police Subunit). (Specialized 

Police Subunit) should give staging safe route 

and ask for ETA.

Not all units will be playing. There are "Not 

Responding" injects for those (Specialized 

Police Subunits) Units. The requests should be 

made to the following agencies: (List of 

Applicable Police Departments).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Police Bureau requests Mutual Aid. (Specialized Police Subunit) 

Command should notify via phone, radio or person, the need for all (Specialized Police Subunit) Units. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

3022 D+1 - D+ - 4:30:01 p.m. (State) Public Health Division opens 

Operations Center (AOC)

Expected player 

action (Department of Public Health) (Department of Public Health) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8 ExPA: (State) Public Health Division opens Agency Operations Center (AOC).

State (Public Health Emergency Agency) 

notified of event either by (State) ERS or media. 

Duty officer would notify PH leadership, who 

would make decision to activate. Notification of 

PH incident management teams. 

Integrating/using ICS to develop situational 

awareness. Notification of (State) ERS/OEM of 

activation of AOC Utilization of OPS Center. 

Assess Public Health Risks.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Public Health Division opens Agency Operations Center (AOC). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3023 D+2 - D+ - 5:24:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Public Health 

participates in the development of Joint 

Information System (JIS)/JIC

Expected player 

action (Department of Public Health) (Department of Public Health) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 5 ExPA: Participation in the development of JIS/JIC

Utilization of OPS Center; Assess Public 

Health Risks and deliver informational 

announcements. Address information needs of 

Special Populations. Coordinate Risk 

Communications/public information with State 

and local agencies

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Participation in the development of JIS/JIC *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1106 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. (Defense Military Organization) raises the 

(Security Level) to level (#)

Expected player 

action (Defense Military Organization) (Defense Military Organization)

Respond: 6. Public Safety and 

Security Response 15 ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) raises the (Security Level) level.

(Security Level) (Security Level #) means the 

level for which further specific protective 

security measures shall be maintained for a 

limited period of time when a transportation 

security incident is probable, imminent, or has 

occurred, although it may not be possible to 

identify the specific target. (Security Level) 

(Security Level #) generally corresponds to 

Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS) 

Threat Condition (Designated Threat Color).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) raises the (Security Level) level. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

4900 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. (State) Chapter of the American Red 

Cross activates its headquarters

Expected player 

action Red Cross Red Cross

Respond: 20. Mass Care 

(Sheltering, Feeding, and Related 

Services)

6

ExPA: American Red Cross, (Local ARC 

Chapter) Chapter activates local HQ based on 

(Emergency Communications Notification) 

notification and WMD/HazMat notification.

ARC executes recall. Volunteers deploy to local 

HQ. Deploy ERVs to requested locations and 

organizations. Deploy liaisons to the following: 

(List All Applicable Municipalities) EOC. State 

ECC. (Crisis Response Team) deploys. Local 

Red Cross requests personnel and equipment 

from American Red Cross Service Area. Local 

Red Cross enacts all MOUs with partner 

agencies to augment feeding of responders and 

shelters.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: American Red Cross, (Local ARC Chapter) Chapter, activates local HQ based on 

(Emergency Communications Agency) notification and WMD/HazMat notification. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5206 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. (Medical Center Name) Burn Center 

activates its casualty plan

Expected player 

action (Legacy Coordination Center) (Health and Science University) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 6

ExPA: (Medical Center Name) Burn Center 

activates their Burn (Incident Scale Based on 

Injured and Deceased) Plan based on reports 

from the field and conversation with (Hospital).

(Burn Center) activates their Burn (Incident 

Scale Based on Injured and Deceased) Plan 

(State) Burn Center notifies (Hospital) of 

activation of Burn (Incident Scale Based on 

Injured and Deceased) Plan.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Medical Center Name) Burn Center activates their Burn (Incident Scale Based on Injured 

and Deceased) Plan based on reports from the field and conversation with (Hospital). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1420 D+1 - D+ - 5:48:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) deploys ERT-A to 

(Municipality), (State)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC notifies the 

NRCC and the State of (Event State) and State 

of (Neighboring State) that the ERT-A has been 

deployed to (Municipality), (State) to establish a 

(Temporary Operating Facility) with the State of 

(Event State) EOC in response to the event in 

(Neighboring Municipality), (Event State). 

Estimated time of arrival in (Municipality) is 

(24:00 Time, Including Time Zone).

RRCC Accomplishes the action. The State of 

(Event State) notes the impending arrival of the 

ERT-A and continues operational planning.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC notifies the NRCC and the State of (Event State) and State of 

(Neighboring State) that the ERT-A has been deployed to (Neighboring Municipality), (State), to establish a (Temporary 

Operating Facility) with the State of (Event State) EOC in response to the event in (Municipality), (State). Estimated time of 

arrival in (Neighboring Municipality) is (24:00 Hour Time Including, Time Zone). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1002 D+1 - D+ - 6:00:01 p.m. EPA onscene coordinator (OSC) arrives at 

incident site

Expected player 

action EPA Region (#) EPA Region (#) Respond: 1. Onsite Incident Management 5

ExPA: EPA On Scene Coordinator (OSC) 

arrives at Incident Site and checks in with the 

Incident Commander.

Who notifies the OSC? By what means? How 

does this affect the EPA? What triggers the 

OSC to be notified? Where does the OSC 

integrate? UC? EOC? ECC? JFO? JOC?

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: EPA On Scene Coordinator (OSC) arrives at Incident Site and checks in with the 

Incident Commander. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1423 D+1 - D+ - 6:00:01 p.m.

FEMA Region (#) processes State 

request for expedited major disaster 

declaration to FEMA HQ

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) receives request from 

(State) for expedited disaster declaration, 

processes it, and forwards it to FEMA HQ.

Receive, review, and process request. Transmit 

to FEMA HQ in a timely manner.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) receives request from (State) for expedited disaster declaration, 

processes it, and forwards it to FEMA HQ. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2042 D+1 - D+ - 6:00:01 p.m. (Municipality) attorney's office will advise 

on evacuation and/or isolation policy

Expected player 

action Attorney's Office Mayor's Office Common: 1. Planning 15

ExPA: Due to the (Mathematical/Statistical 

Model), the mayor's office may decide to 

evacuate or isolate a portion of the city.

The legal office will need to research the 

legalities of these actions and potential 

repercussions.

Used city EOC objective because the attorneys 

are not loaded.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Due to the (Mathematical/Statistical Model), the mayor's office may decide to evacuate 

or isolate a portion of the city. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 5207-02 D+1 - D+ - 6:20:01 p.m.

(State) Public Health initiates request for 

Federal assistance for movement of 

(Critical Injury) patients

Expected player 

action (Critical Injury) Coordination Center (Human Services or Public Health Division) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

ExPA: (State) Public Health initiates request for 

Federal assistance in (Transportation Method) 

transport of (Critical Injury) patients.

(State) Public Health AOC is informed by 

(Municipality) and (Municipality) Health 

Department of inability to find civilian transport 

for (Critical Injury) patients. AOC initiates 

request through State ECC for Federal 

transport of burn patients to (List Applicable 

Neighboring States) as necessary. Numbers of 

(Critical Injury) patients requiring transport 

determined by player action.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Public Health initiates request for Federal assistance in (Method of Transportation) 

transport of (Critical Injury) patients. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1402 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) requests (Defense 

Military Organization) liaison to RRCC

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) (Defense Military Organization) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5 ExPA: FEMA Region (#) requests (Military Defense Organization) liaison to RRCC.

(Military Defense Organization) district (#) 

deploys staff to FEMA as required.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) requests (Military Defense Organization) liaison to RRCC. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1404 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) RRCC goes to Level 

(#)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports the Regional 

Response Coordination Center (RRCC) has 

activated to its operational Level (#).

Report status to NRCC Report Status to states 

of (Neighboring State) and (Event State). Issue 

report order for ESF to report to RRCC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports the Regional Response Coordination Center (RRCC) has 

activated to its operational Level (#). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5

2041 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. (Municipality) EOC will have to coordinate 

a traffic plan around hazard area

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC (UASI EOCs) Respond: 2. EOC Management 1

ExPA: Due to the event, and public reaction, 

traffic in the region has been affected. Alternate 

routes will have to be developed.

The Planning and Ops section of the EOC will 

have to develop a transportation plan for the 

(Local Retailers) to alleviate congestion in the 

region

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Due to the event and public reaction, traffic in the region has been affected. Alternate 

routes will have to be developed. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3067 D+2 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m. [Municipality] County requests public 

health risk communications information

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Human Services or Public 

Health Division)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 5 ExPA: Coordinate emergency public health information for the JIS.

Development of RAD-specific talking points. 

Develop messages for those who may be 

contaminated. Coordinate public messages with 

local, State and Federal agencies. Use virtual 

JIC to coordinate information.

Expectation that (HazMat protection service), 

Environmental Health (Including Food Safety, 

Drinking Water and Toxicology) will provide 

technical information and support.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Coordinate emergency public health information for the JIS. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5208 D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m.

(State Biomedical University) sends 

projected (#) day critical supply list to 

(Municipality) Health Department

Expected player 

action (Business) (Neighboring County Health Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

ExPA: (State Biomedical University) sends list 

of projected supply shortfalls for following 

(Identified Timeframe) period.

(Municipality) Health Department receives 

projected supply shortfall list and sends ESF-

(#) resource request to (State) ECC via 

(Municipality) EOC. State ECC assigns ESF-

(#) mission task to (State Public Health 

Department). (State Public Health Department) 

cannot identify needed supplies among ESF-(#) 

supporting agencies and sends resource 

request to FEMA RRCC via State ECC. FEMA 

mission tasks ESF-(#) coordinating agency 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

(HHS) to fill resource request. HHS contacts 

(State Public Health Department) coordinate 

delivery of CDC/(National Emergency 

Medicinal Supplier) supplies.

There is an expectation that a certain number of 

resource requests will drive the need for State 

Public Health to ask for (National Emergency 

Medicinal Supplier) support. REF: hospital 

supply chain ground truth.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State Biomedical University) sends list of projected supply shortfalls for following 

(Identified Timeframe). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7057 D+3 - D+ - 6:30:01 p.m.

The (Retail Establishment) Executive 

Crisis Management Team will assemble to 

discuss strategic crisis management

Expected player 

action

(Retail Establishment) Executive 

Crisis Management Team

(Retail Establishment) 

Executive Crisis Management 

Team

Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: The (Retail Establishment) Executive 

Crisis Management Team will assemble to 

discuss strategic crisis management.

(Retail Establishment) will utilize its emergency 

operations center to facilitate/support disaster 

response/recovery and crisis management 

operations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Retail Establishment) Executive Crisis Management Team will assemble to 

discuss strategic crisis management. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

7071 D+1 - D+ - 6:30:01 p.m. (Retail Establishment) EOC moves to a 

minimum of level (#) activation

Expected player 

action (Retail Establishment) EOC (Retail Establishment) EOC Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: (Retail establishment) will utilize its 

emergency operations center to 

facilitate/support disaster response/recovery 

and crisis management operations.

The (Retail Establishment) EOC will move to a 

minimum level (#) activation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Retail Establishment) will utilize its emergency operations center to facilitate/support 

disaster response/recovery and crisis management operations. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2038 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) notifies its citizens via the 

(Local Emergency Network or Emergency 

Alert System)

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Respond: 6. Public Safety and Security Response 15, 2

ExPA: the mayor notifies (Municipality) citizens 

of expected course of action, either shelter or 

evacuate. If necessary, (Local Emergency 

Network) or (Emergency Alert System) could be 

used for this purpose.

Once the mayor's office and DPC determine a 

course of action, they will need to notify the 

citizens of an expected course of action.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The mayor notifies (Municipality) citizens of expected course of action either shelter or 

evacuate. If necessary, (Local Emergency Network) or (Emergency Alert System) could be used for this purpose. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

3204 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m. (State) OSHA Radiological Special 

Response Team arrives in (Municipality) E-mail

(Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety and 

Health)

(Department of Public Health) Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 10

ExPA: OSHA's Radiation Special Response 

Team (SRT) arrives in (Municipality), (State), 

with equipment and staff to assist in monitoring 

and technical expertise. SRT includes 

(Applicable Team Member 

Position/Function/Duty).

Contact (State) ECC and/or (State) OSHA to 

request assistance.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: OSHA's (HazMat) Special Response Team (SRT) arrives in (Municipality), (State), 

with equipment and staff to assist in monitoring and provide technical expertise. SRT includes (Applicable Team Member 

Position/Duty/Function). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3027 D+1 - D+ - 7:01:01 p.m. Medical advisory group convenes to 

discuss altered standards of care

Expected player 

action (Business) (Human Services or State Public Health Officer) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8 ExPA: Medical Advisory Group convenes to discuss altered standards of care.

Dissemination of information on altered 

standards of care. Conference call with local 

health departments and hospitals. Use of (Alert 

Network) for Alerting Hospitals. Posting of new 

standards on (Alert Network).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Medical Advisory Group convenes to discuss altered standards of care. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

5211 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m.

Local hospital and health center request 

law enforcement support after hospital 

lockdown

Expected player 

action (Legacy Coordination Center) (Municipal Police Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

ExPA: The hospital goes into "lockdown" 

because of the need to secure the building to 

prevent contamination of the interior. (Medical 

Establishment) has few security personnel to 

maintain the lockdown, and these individuals are 

not sufficiently trained to respond to potentially 

large, agitated groups.

(Medical Establishment) assesses security 

situation and requests additional support from 

police and sheriff's offices. (Medical 

Establishment) considers temporary posting of 

non-security staff at all entrances until trained 

security personnel are available. Consideration 

given to hiring security staff from private firms if 

available.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The hospital goes into lockdown because of the need to secure the building to prevent 

contamination. (Medical Establishment) has few security personnel to maintain the lockdown and these individuals are not 

sufficiently trained to respond to large, agitated groups. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3001 D+2 - D+ - 2:00:01 a.m.

(State) Public Health Laboratory 

coordinates collection and transfer of 

clinical specimens to CDC

Expected player 

action

(Human Services or Public Health 

Division)

(Human Services or State 

Public Health Officer)

Protect: 4. Public Health Laboratory 

Testing 8 ExPA: Transfer of clinical samples to (HazMat) surge laboratories

Coordination of arrival time in (State). 

Designation of arrival airport ([Municipality] -- 

Symbol: [Municipality] Airport Symbol]). 

Coordination of transportation from airport to lab 

and/or lab to airport. Processing of samples for 

transport to CDC. Transportation of samples to 

(Laboratory Name) lab.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Transfer of clinical samples to (HazMat) surge laboratories *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

1428 D+2 - D+ - 12:15:01 a.m. FEMA ERT-A receives (Federal Support 

Team) support

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: The (Federal Support Team) reports to 

(Municipality) and the ERT-A incorporates them 

into response operations and planning.

Receive the (Federal Support Team). Integrate 

the team into ERT-A/RRCC/JFO structure and 

operations and planning. (Federal Support 

Team) forward deploys to (Municipality) EOC or 

ICP as per FCO direction. Notify OEM of their 

arrival.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Federal Support Team) reports to (Municipality) and the ERT-A incorporates 

them into Response Operations and Planning. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3008 D+1 - D+ - 10:00:01 p.m.

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) 

Radiological Assistance Program (RAP) 

Region (#) Advance Team arrives in 

(Municipality)

Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Emergency Management 

Office)

Respond: 11. WMD/HazMat 

Response and Decontamination 10 ExPA: RAP (#) arrives on scene. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: RAP (#) arrives on scene. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1302 D+2 - D+ - 2:30:01 a.m. USNORTHCOM Command Assessment 

Element (CAE) arrives at the State ECC

Expected player 

action USNORTHCOM USNORTHCOM Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: NORTHCOM (NORTHCOM Subunit) 

element arrives at the State ECC to conduct the 

DoD assessment (Briefing of the Event and 

Response Efforts). Critical identification of 

projected shortfalls and requirements.

(NORTHCOM Subunit) (Approximately [#] 

People) from JTF-(Plans and Policy Section) 

and NORTHCOM meet with State and National 

Guard planners to get situational awareness on 

the event. This leads to the (NORTHCOM 

Subunit) sending a commander's assessment 

back to NORTHCOM, who forwards to the Joint 

Staff with a recommendation of DoD 

participation/response to the event.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: NORTHCOM (NORTHCOM Subunit) element arrives at the State ECC to conduct the 

DoD assessment (Briefing of the Event and Response Efforts). Critical identification of projected shortfalls and requirements. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2021 D+2 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) Disaster Policy Council will 

coordinate with Federal, State, and local 

agencies

Expected player 

action Mayor's Office Mayor's Office Respond: 2. EOC Management 14

ExPA: Disaster Policy Council will begin 

coordinating with State and Federal assets that 

have responded to this incident to plan courses 

of action for response and recovery.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Disaster Policy Council will begin coordinating with State and Federal assets that have 

responded to this incident to plan courses of action for response and recovery. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3031 D+2 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m. (State) Public Health Division prepares to 

receive (National Medical Stockpile)

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Human Services or Public 

Health Division)

Respond: 18. Medical Supplies 

Management and Distribution 8 ExPA: (State) Public Health Division prepares to receive (National Medical Stockpile).

AOC receives notional approval from CDC that 

(National Medical Stockpile) is released. AOC 

initiates establishment of RSS, including 

calldown of RSS staff, notification of (State) 

DOT and State Police. RSS process requests 

for needed medical supplies, including 

(National Emergency Medicinal Supplier) 

supported requests.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Public Health Division prepares to receive (National Medical Stockpile). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3607 D+2 - D+ - 12:12:01 a.m. (State) JIC established Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Emergency Management Office) Common: 2. Communications 5 ExPA: (State) Joint Information Center (JIC) established *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Joint Information Center (JIC) established *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5102 D+2 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m. Establishment of medical care point Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Neighboring County Health 

Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 6, 8 ExPA: Establishment of Medical Care Point

Public Health will coordinate human and 

physical resources to establish (#) real Medical 

Care Point (Representative of Many) designed 

to relieve pressure from hospital emergency 

departments. With the establishment of each 

MCP the free access to the 'protected' 

emergency department should be controlled and 

cases up to a certain severity directly routed to 

the MCP.

Link to (Website) for the basic plan for medical 

care points. This plan has been supplemented 

by recent training curriculum presented to 

(Municipality) Fire Bureau. MCPs are initially 

established and operated by Fire Departments. 

Fire resources are augmented as quickly as 

possible by resources from public health, 

hospitals, and other organizations providing 

both credentialed and lay (Non-medical) 

personnel. Federal partners might include 

Disaster Medical Assistance Teams and 

military medical personnel. The exercised MCP 

will be a large operation where all of these 

resources are arranged to come together at 

once. There will not be enough time for the 

operation to fully transition from fire to 

health/medical command, eventually releasing 

all fire resources; however, this transition and 

preparations for it should be made during the 

exercise.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Establishment of Medical Care Point *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4255 D+2 - D+ - 3:35:01 p.m. (Municipality) Sheriff's Department patrol 

arrives on scene at (Civil Infrastructure)

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Sheriff's 

Department)

(Neighboring County) Sheriff's 

Office

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 2, 13

ExPA: (Municipality) Sheriff's Department 

(Specialized Unit) Patrol arrives on scene at 

(Civil Infrastructure). They call back to 

(Emergency Communications Agency) and 

request the (Municipality) Sheriff's Office 

(Specialized Unit) Patrol (Specialized Subunit) 

Team.

(Emergency Communications Agency), upon 

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office request, 

dispatches (Municipality) Sheriff's Office 

(Specialized Subunit) Team. It also dispatches 

(Municipality) Fire Board (Specialized Subunit) 

Team as (Specialized Emergency Personnel) 

support and notifies (Applicable Municipal 

Military Defense Organization).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Sheriff's Department (Specialized Unit) Patrol arrives on scene at (Civil 

Infrastructure). They call back to (Emergency Communications Agency) and request the (Municipality) Sheriff's Office 

(Specialized Unit) Patrol (Specialized Subunit) Team. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1407 D+2 - D+ - 4:00:01 p.m.

FEMA Region (#) requests the activation 

of the defense coordinating officer 

(DCO)/defense coordinating element 

(DCE) 

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) USNORTHCOM/ARNORTH DCE R10 Common: 1. Planning 5 ExPA: Request activation of the DCO/DCE

FEMA provides (Mission Assignments). This 

should trigger DCE deployment after the 

(Coordinating Officer) +(#) arrives on the ERTA.

FEMA should be prepared to present a 

(Mission Assignment) to the (Federal Defense 

Coordination Divisions). If there is trouble doing 

this, DCE can assist in developing the (Mission 

Assignment) from the (Pre-scripted Mission 

Assignments). There is one for the (Defense 

Coordination Officer)/(Emergency Liaison 

Officer).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Request activation of the DCO/DCE. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3604 D+2 - D+ - 4:00:01 p.m. (Region) (Federal Disaster Medical 

Assistance Team) arrives in (Municipality)

Expected player 

action HHS ECC Respond: 17. Medical Surge 6, 9

ExPA: (Regional Team) (Federal Disaster 

Medical Assistance Team) arrives in 

(Municipality).

(Regional Team) (Federal Disaster Medical 

Assistance Team) checks in with State Public 

Health and is released to assist with the MCPs.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Regional Team) (Federal Disaster Medical Assistance Team) arrives in (Municipality) *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3306-01 D+2 - D+ - 4:05:01 p.m.

Concerned (Retail Establishment) owner 

calls about possibly contaminated 

customers

Phone Concerned Citizen (Human Services or Public 

Health Division) Laboratory

Protect: 2. Food and Agriculture 

Safety and Defense 11

(Municipality) (Retail Establishment) owner 

calls (State) Public Health Division about 

possibly contaminated customers.

(Municipality) fire department responds and 

sweeps for (HazMat) at the grocery store, then 

notifies (Responsible State Department) and 

(Responsible State Department Specialist). 

(Responsible State Department Specialist) 

notifies (Responsible State Department 

Specialist Division). (Responsible State 

Department) directs the embargo of all 

(Affected Products) within the store and notifies 

the (Responsible State Department) Liaison to 

the ECC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hello, my name is (Name). I think that some of my customers may have been contaminated by 

the (HazMat) but I can't tell. Can someone tell me what to do?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2050 D+1 - D+ - 9:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) activates (Crisis Information 

Management System) to share information 

with the urban area security initiative 

(UASI) region

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: The (Municipality) EOC begins receiving 

information from the field ICP through (Crisis 

Information Management System). Fire and 

Police will have the program running in their 

Mobile Command Posts and send information to 

the EOC. the city EOC will then share this 

information via the significant events board in 

each UASI EOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Municipality) EOC begins receiving information from the field ICP through 

(Crisis Information Management System). Fire and Police will have the program running in their Mobile Command Posts and 

send information to the EOC. The city EOC will then share this information via the significant events board in each UASI EOC. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4903 D+1 - D+ - 9:00:01 p.m. First Red Cross (Applicable Chapter) 

shelter activated

Expected player 

action Red Cross Red Cross

Respond: 20. Mass Care 

(Sheltering, Feeding, and Related 

Services)

6 ExPA: First American Red Cross (Applicable 

ARC Chapter) Chapter shelter activated.

(Municipality) EOC notified of location and 

status. If shelters do not open, inject contingency #. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: First American Red Cross (Applicable ARC Chapter) Chapter shelter activated. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1422 D+1 - D+ - 9:01:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) reports RRCC at full 

operational level

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports full operational 

status of the RRCC with all ESFs reporting as 

directed

Submits IOR to the NRCC Report to the states 

of (Neighboring State) and (Event State).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports full operational status of the RRCC, with all ESFs reporting 

as directed. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1424 D+1 - D+ - 9:15:01 p.m.

FEMA Region (#) announces appointment 

of (Name) as Federal Coordinating Officer 

(FCO)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) (Emergency Management Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) announces the 

appointment of (Name) as the (Federal 

Coordinating Officer) in accordance with the 

(Mandated Level) approved expedited Federal 

disaster declaration for (Municipality), (State). 

[name] is the (Federal Coordinating Officer 

Rank) and (Name) is (Municipality) RRCC 

(Rank).

Disseminate the information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) announces the appointment of (Name) as the (Federal Coordinating 

Officer) in accordance with the (Mandated Level) approved expedited Federal disaster declaration for (Municipality), (State). 

(Name) is the (Federal Coordinating Officer Rank) and (Name) is the (Municipality) RRCC Director. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1421 D+1 - D+ - 9:30:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) reports establishment of 

an Interim Operating Facility (IOF)

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC notifies the 

NRCC of the establishment of an Interim 

Operating Facility (IOF) in (Municipality), 

(State). The ERT-A has established response 

coordination with the (Event State).

RRCC sends the notification.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) RRCC notifies the NRCC of the establishment of an Interim 

Operating Facility (IOF) in (Municipality), (State). The ERT-A has established response coordination with the (Event State). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3555 D+1 - D+ - 10:00:01 p.m.

State Fire Marshal ERC requests 

evaluation of resource needs from Unified 

Command

Phone (State) Fire Marshal's Office (State) Fire Marshal's Office Respond: 2. EOC Management 4

ExPA: (State) Fire Marshal ERC requests an 

update on resource needs from UC to be used 

for (#) operational period

ERC contacts (State) Fire Marshal Incident 

Management Team IC to request information 

from UC

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Fire Marshal ERC requests an update on resource needs from UC to be used 

for second operational period. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3350 D+1 - D+ - 10:06:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Agriculture declares 

embargo on food distribution facilities in 

(Municipality)

Expected player 

action (State) Department of Agriculture VNN Audience Protect: 2. Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense 11

ExPA: The (Responsible State Department) PIO 

declares an embargo on all licensed (Retail 

Establishment), (Retail Establishment Storage 

Facility), and (Retail Establishment Production 

Facility) in the following zip codes: (List 

Affected Zip Codes).

ExPA

Actual zip codes may vary based on 

(Designated Timeframe) (Scientific 

Assessment Plot) plot. Actual time may vary 

based on release time of plot plus time for 

(Responsible State Department) to determine 

affected zip codes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Responsible State Department) PIO declares an embargo on all licensed (Retail 

Establishment), (Retail Establishment Storage Facility), and (Retail Establishment Production Facility) in the following zip 

codes: (List Affected Zip Codes). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3029 D+1 - D+ - 10:45:01 p.m.

(State) Public Health requests additional 

resources for rapid screening 

points/medical care points

Expected player 

action

(Human Services or Public Health 

Division)

(Human Services or Public 

Health Division)

Respond: 18. Medical Supplies 

Management and Distribution 6, 8

ExPA: (State) Department of Public Health 

requests additional resources for Medical Care 

Points/Rapid Screening Points.

AOC makes request through State ECC. 

Activation of (State) (Federal Disaster Medical 

Assistance Team) as State resource with 

Federalization expected ASAP. Would expect 

State to make request of FEMA/ESF (#), which 

would then allocate resources (Federalize 

[Disaster Medical Assistance Team]) and send 

to scene.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Department of Public Health requests additional resources for Medical Care 

Points/Rapid Screening Points. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3561 D+1 - D+ - 10:50:01 p.m.

(State) Fire Marshal Chief Deputy 

requests liaison for State resources from 

Unified Command

Expected player 

action (State) Fire Marshal's Office (State) Fire Marshal's Office Respond: 1. Onsite Incident Management 5

ExPA: Chief deputy requests UC to provide 

contact information for a liaison for State 

resources

(State) Fire Marshal contacts UC. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Chief deputy requests UC to provide contact information for a liaison for State 

resources. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 1504-01 D+1 - D+ - 10:00:01 p.m. FEMA NRCC initiates actions to deploy 

assets to (State)

Expected player 

action FEMA FEMA Region (#) Respond: 3. Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 7

ExPA: NRCC Initiate actions to immediately 

deploy as a "(Asset Nickname)" the following 

assets: (Quantifiable Number of Anticipated 

Supplies).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Initiate actions to immediately deploy the following assets: (Quantifiable Number of 

Anticipated Supplies). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3017 D+1 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m.

(State) Health Department requests 

Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) based 

on (Critically Injured) patient data

Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) SNS Respond: 2. EOC Management 8

ExPA: State Health Department requests 

(National Emergency Medicinal Supplier) 

based on the number of overwhelming (Critically 

Injured) patient data being reported on the 

(Communications System) system and bed 

census. There will be approximately (#) 

(Critically Injured) victims from the incident, 

which will overwhelm the (Specialized Hospital 

Ward) capacity of all the hospitals. The 

(National Emergency Medicinal Supplier) push 

package should be requested to supply 

additional supplies to handle (Critically Injured) 

victims.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: State Health Department requests (National Emergency Medicinal Supplier) based on 

the number of overwhelming (Critically Injured) patients being reported on the (Communications System) system and bed 

census. There will be approximately (#) (Critically Injured) victims from the incident, which will overwhelm the (Specialized 

Hospital Ward) capacity of all the hospitals. The [national emergency medicinal supplier] push package should be requested to 

supply additional supplies to handle (Critically Injured) victims. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3565 D+1 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m.

(State) Fire Marshal advises the ECC that 

(#) fire service decontamination task forces 

have been identified

Expected player 

action (State) Fire Marshal's Office ECC Respond: 2. EOC Management 4 ExPA: (State) Fire Marshal ERC has located Fire Service Decontamination Resources.

(State) Fire Marshal ERC identified (List of 

Applicable Municipalities) that are able to 

provide (#) task forces to assist with 

decontamination

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Fire Marshal ERC has located Fire Service Decontamination Resources. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5401 D+1 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m. (State) National Guard Civil Support Team 

arrives

Expected player 

action

(State) National Guard Civil Support 

Team

(State) National Guard Civil 

Support Team

Respond: 3. Critical Resource 

Logistics and Distribution 5

ExPA: (State) Army National Guard, 

(Supporting Military Division) arrives in 

response to request.

Upon arrival, who do they check in with? How do 

they integrate? Who do they report to? 

Roles/responsibilities? This may be ExPA from 

the original request unless their arrival spawns 

multiple other organizations to conduct other 

operations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Army National Guard, (Supporting Military Division) arrives in response to 

request. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3605 D+1 - D+ - 11:05:01 p.m. Disaster recovery centers established Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Emergency Management Office)

Recover 3: Economic and Community 

Recovery 14 ExPA: Disaster recovery centers established as requested by (Municipality).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Disaster Recovery Centers Established as requested by (Municipality). *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

2039 D+1 - D+ - 11:30:01 p.m. (Municipality) will notify its employees of 

work expectations during the event

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Respond: 2. EOC Management 13

ExPA: The event will create transportation and 

health concerns for employees who may be 

trying to report to work.

The mayor's office and (Local Retailers) will 

have to decide on a course of action regarding 

city staffing and hours of operation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The event will create transportation and health concerns for employees who may be 

trying to report to work. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1427 D+2 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m. ERT-N activated and deploying Expected player 

action FEMA FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: FEMA HQ has activated the Emergency 

Response Team - National (ERT-N) and will 

deploy them (24:00 Time of Deployment 

Including Time Zone) in support of FEMA 

Region (#) and the (Event State).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA HQ has activated the Emergency Response Team—National (ERT-N) and will 

deploy them (24:00 Time of Deployment Including Time Zone) in support of FEMA Region (#) and the (Event State). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2047 D+3 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m.

The (Municipality) EOC will use (Crisis 

Information Management System) to help 

coordinate the use of resources during the 

event

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Respond: 2. EOC Management 2

ExPA: Resource needs will come from various 

agencies into the EOC by phone, email, or 

verbal requests.

EOC responders will use (Crisis Information 

Management System) within the EOC to 

coordinate resource requests.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Resource needs will come from various agencies into the EOC by phone, email, or 

verbal requests. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2048 D+3 - D+ - 11:46:01 p.m.

(Municipality), through the EOC, will 

communicate incident status information 

with other agencies

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: (Municipality) EOC will use (Crisis 

Information Management System) to share 

information amongst all EOCs in the region.

All EOCs with access to (Crisis Information 

Management System) will display the 

(Municipality) significant events board.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) EOC will use (Crisis Information Management System) to share 

information amongst all EOCs in the region. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1504 D+4 - D+ - 3:15:01 p.m. FBI Joint Operations Center (JOC) 

transition

Expected player 

action FBI FBI Recover 4: Other 5 ExPA: FBI Joint Operations Center (JOC) transition

(Commander/Leader) would make the call to 

wind down the JOC and send representation 

over to the JFO

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FBI Joint Operations Center (JOC) transition. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1107 D+4 - D+ - 3:45:01 p.m. (Defense Military Organization) lowers the 

(Security Level System) level

Expected player 

action

(Defense Military 

Organization)—(Municipality)

(Defense Military 

Organization) Sector Recover: 2. Restoration of Lifelines 5 ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) lowers the (Security Level System) level.

Based on what information? A 

request/recommendation from whom? 

Regional? Who is informed? Whrough what 

channels? IAW PPP? This may fall under ExPA 

from original (Security Level System) rise.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Defense Military Organization) lowers the (Security Level System) level. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2051 D+4 - D+ - 4:45:01 p.m. (Municipality) EOC will coordinate with 

various agencies to develop re-entry plans

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Recover 1. Structural Damage and Mitigation Assessment 5 ExPA: (Municipality) EOC will coordinate with various agencies to develop re-entry plans. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3353 D+4 - D+ - 8:00:01 p.m. (State) Department of Agriculture begins 

animal rescue operations

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) Governor's Office Recover 3: Economic and Community 

Recovery 5, 11

ExPA: Counties initiate their Animal Rescue 

Plans through their Animal Control Offices and 

call the (State) ECC for assistance if their 

capability is exhausted.

Counties submit requests for support to the 

State ECC, which are assigned to the 

(Responsible State Department) liaison, who 

forwards to the (Responsible State Department) 

AOC for action. Animal Health and Identification 

Division (AHID) coordinates requests for State 

resources. AHID forwards requests for 

supplies, equipment and trained personnel to 

(Responsible National Department). AHID 

answers citizens' questions regarding pet care 

and health based on available information

SITREP Requested this event be removed. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Counties initiate their Animal Rescue Plans through their Animal Control Offices and 

call (Responsible State Department) for assistance if their capability is exhausted. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2053 D+4 - D+ - 11:39:01 p.m.

(Municipality) EOC will use phone, fax, and 

e-mail to communicate with the UASI 

region

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: (Municipality) EOC will utilize various 

communication tools to share information with 

the UASI region

All UASI region EOCs will receive information 

from the (Municipality) EOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) EOC will utilize various communication tools to share information with 

the UASI region. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5454 D+1 - D+ - 8:30:01 p.m. AOC calls ECC and asks if air 

corridors/restrictions have been issued

Expected player 

action AOC AOC Common: 2. Communications 1

(2500) ExPA: (Air Operations Center) calls 

ECC and asks if air corridors/restrictions 

(Applicable Travel Restrictions) have been 

issued

Aviation coordinates with (Aviation Tracking 

Facility) prior to flight. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The (Municipality) requests Civil Support Team (CST) through State OEM. The IC will 

most likely make the request to (State) ERS or have (Emergency Communications Agency) do it. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

ExPA: The (Municipality) requests Civil Support 

Team (CST) through State OEM. The IC will 

most likely make the request, either direct to 

OERS, or have (Emergency Communications 

Agency) do it.

If the request for the (Support Organization) 

occurs after the State ECC is activated, then the 

request would go to the ECC and be processed 

there. (State) ERS has notification procedures 

for contacting the (Support Organization) 

command and making notification of the request 

for assistance. (Support Organization) arrives 

on scene, checks in with the UC and reports to 

the IC. (Support Organization) will initiate 

characterization of the plume and deposition. 

(Support Organization) will coordinate and 

communicate data found with (HazMat 

Assistance Division) (#) and (HazMat 

Assessment Division) when appropriate. CST 

will redeploy after approximately (Timeframe).

2026

[Municipality] EOC requests Civil Support 

Team (CST) through State Office of 

Emergency Management (OEM)

Expected player 

action

(Emergency Management 

Office) [Emergency Management Office] Respond: 6. Public Safety and Security Response D+1 - D+ - 5:30:01 p.m.
5459 D+3 - D+ - 2:00:01 a.m. Red Cross requests (Aid Resource) for 

stations in (Affected Municipalities)

Expected player 

action Red Cross National Guard Common: 2. Communications 6 ExPA: Red Cross requests (Aid Resource) for Red Cross stations in (Affected Municipalities).

*** EXERCISE ***EXERCISE *** "Red Cross requests (Aid Resource) for Red Cross Stations in (Affected Municipalities)." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5461 D+3 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m. (State) DOT requests (State) National 

Guard traffic control support

Expected player 

action

(State) Department of 

Transportation National Guard Common: 2. Communications 1

ExPA: (State) DOT requests (State) National 

Guard Traffic control support at the following 

locations: (Interstate/Intersection/Travel 

Exchanges).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "(State) DOT requests (State) National Guard Traffic control support at the following 

locations: (Interstate/Intersection/Travel Exchanges)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1202 D+2 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA 

HazMat Subunit) arrives in (Municipality) Phone U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs HHS/Office of Public Health and Science

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 5 ExPA: Veterans Health Administration (VHA HazMat Subunit) arrives.

VA/VHA/EMSHG deploys VHA (VHA HazMat 

Subunit) to (Municipality) to support (State) 

request for assistance at Rapid Screening 

Points and for technical assistance support at 

local hospitals as tasked by HHS/ASPR. (VHA 

HazMat Subunit) coordinates employment with 

IRCT.

VA's (VHA HazMat Subunit) is a national 

resource that can be deployed to assist local 

communities affected by a (HazMat) incident. 

This is a Federal team made up entirely of VA 

personnel, who are trained to provide advice and 

assistance in the event of a radiological event. 

Like VA itself, the team is not a first responder 

and to date has never been activated. However, 

in the approximately (year)s that it has been in 

existence, its members have undergone at least 

annual training, and provide education both in 

and out of VA. There are about (#) full-time VA 

employees on the team who have volunteered for 

this extra part-time responsibility. The team 

currently has (#) (Medical Specialty) physicians 

and (#) (Biomedical Specialists) physicists.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Veterans Health Administration (VHA HazMat Subunit) arrives. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

3351 D+3 - D+ - 8:00:01 p.m.

(State) Department of Agriculture refines 

information on facility/food within 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model-defined 

Area) 

Expected player 

action (State) Department of Agriculture

(State) Department of 

Agriculture/Food Safety 

Division

Protect: 2. Food and Agriculture 

Safety and Defense 11

ExPA: (Responsible State Department) refines 

info on facility/food within 

(Mathematic/Statistical Model-defined Area) 

area.

With information from the first model, 

(Responsible State Department) personnel will 

identify all licensed facilities, i.e. (Licensed 

Facilities) within the (Mathematic/Statistical 

Model-defined Area) area as well as adjacent to 

the (Mathematic/Statistical Model-defined Area) 

area. The report generated will be provided to 

the (Liaison Officers) at the ECC, the 

Department of Public Health Operations Center, 

and the Public Affairs Officer located at the JIC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Responsible State Department) refines info on facility/food within 

(Mathematic/Statistical Model-defined Area) area. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 7002-01 D+1 - D+ - 7:00:01 p.m. (Retail Establishment) adds incident to 

incident management Web site

Expected player 

action (Retail Establishment) EOC (Retail Establishment) EOC Common: 2. Communications 5

ExPA: (Retail Establishment) will utilize its 

emergency operations center to 

facilitate/support disaster response/recovery 

and crisis management operations.

An incident will be created on the Incident 

Management Web site.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Retail Establishment) will utilize its emergency operations center to facilitate/support 

disaster response/recovery and crisis management operations. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5075 D+2 - D+ - 11:59:59 p.m.

PIOs will useCitizen Corps (National 

Emergency Technology) to disseminate 

information to citizens.

Expected player 

action JIC EOC Respond: 15. Emergency Public Information and Warning 15

ExPA: The JIC will be able to use Neighborhood 

Emergency Teams (NETs) to canvas parts of 

(Municipality) to disseminate health information. 

This is a notional activation. NETs will not 

actually deploy; they only need to be notified of 

the need.

The JIC will need to recognize the ability of the 

NETS to be able to conduct door to door citizen 

notifications to let them know that they are not in 

danger.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The JIC will be able to use Neighborhood Emergency Teams to canvas parts of (Municipality) 

to disseminate health information. This is a notional activation. NETS will not actually deploy; they only need to be notified of the 

need. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1429 D+3 - D+ - 2:15:01 a.m. FOSA Team and ERT-N arrive at 

(Municipality) JFO

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: The ERT-N and the Federal Operational 

Staging Area (FOSA) team arrive at the JFO 

location at the (Public Venue) in (Municipality), 

(State). The ERT-A accepts receipt of the ERTN and FOSA team/

Notify the NRCC and OEM. Integrate the FOSA 

and the ERT-A into the RRCC/IOF/JFO 

structure. Continue execution and planning with 

these assets.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The ERT-N and the Federal Operational Staging Area (FOSA) team arrive at the JFO 

location at the (Public Venue) in (Municipality), (State). The ERT-A accepts receipt of the ERT-N and FOSA team. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2045 D+3 - D+ - 8:00:01 a.m. (Municipality) EOC will coordinate damage 

assessment efforts with various agencies.

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC EOC Recover 1. Structural Damage and Mitigation Assessment 14

ExPA: the city will have to work with numerous 

agencies to determine the level and extent of 

damage due to the (Disaster) and exposure to 

(HazMat) material. Business and home owners 

will be contacting the city to get information on 

when they will be able to return home and open 

businesses.

The EOC will aid in gathering and analyzing 

information from State and Federal agencies 

and provide the information to the DPC for 

discussion and dissemination.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The city will have to work with numerous agencies to determine the level and extent of 

damage due to the (Disaster) and exposure to (HazMat) material. Business and home owners will be contacting the city to get 

information on when they will be able to return home and open businesses. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2209 D+3 - D+ - 11:00:01 a.m.

(Municipality) Police Bureau Special 

Emergency Response Team (SERT) 

tactical arrest

Expected player 

action (Municipality) Police Bureau SERT (Municipal Police Department) Prevent: 4. Law Enforcement Investigation 13 ExPA: (Municipality) Police Bureau Special E Response Team (SERT) tactical arrest

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Police Bureau Special E Response Team (SERT) Tactical Arrest. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2046 D+3 - D+ - 1:00:01 p.m. The (Municipality) EOC will assist in 

developing a recovery plan.

Expected player 

action (Municipality) EOC Mayor's Office Recover 3: Economic and Community Recovery 14

ExPA: Due to the event, a number of public 

facilities and resources are damaged or out of 

service. The planning section will need to assist 

with the development of a recovery plan.

The planning section will work with both private 

and governmental agencies to develop a plan 

that will help the city recover from the event. 

They will help to prioritize each project and 

allocate resources accordingly.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Due to the event, a number of public facilities and resources are damaged or out of service. 

The planning section will need to assist with the development of a recovery plan. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1430 D+3 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m. JFO accepts command and control of the 

Federal response

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: The Joint Field Office (JFO) assumes 

command and control of the Federal response to 

the (Municipality) terrorist attack. The IOF has 

moved from (Municipality), (State), and the 

RRCC in (Municipality in Neighboring City, 

State), has reverted to a Level (#) status. The 

ERT-A and ERT-N, FOSA, FIRSTs and all 

ESFs are fully integrated into the JFO. 

Coordination has been established with the PFO 

and the PFO is onsite in the JFO.

Fully implement and integrate efforts of all 

Federal and State partners. Exercise the JOF in 

accordance with the NRP and NIMS. Meet the 

State requirements for assistance.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: The Joint Field Office (JFO) assumes Command and Control of the Federal response 

to the (Municipality) Terrorist Attack. The IOF has moved from (Municipality) (State), and the RRCC in (Municipality) in 

(Neighboring City, State), and has reverted to a Level (#) status.Ethe ERT-A and ERT-N, FOSA, FIRST and all ESFs are fully 

integrated into the JFO. Coordination has been established with the PFO and the PFO is on site in the JFO. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

3400 D+3 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m.

Request for (State) Department of 

Environmental Quality (DEQ) augmentation 

of the environmental unit

Expected player 

action EPA Region (#) Other Recover 3: Economic and Community 

Recovery 14

ExPA: USEPA Federal On-Scene Coordinator 

requests (State) DEQ augmentation of the 

Cleanup and Recovery Environmental Unit.

(State) DEQ provides one (Full- or Part-time 

Employee) for (Identified Timeframe) to 

augment the Environmental Unit.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: USEPA Federal On-Scene Coordinator requests (State) DEQ augmentation of the 

Cleanup and Recovery Environmental Unit. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5100 D+3 - D+ - 4:00:01 p.m. (Municipality) Health Department 

establishes rapid screening point

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

(Neighboring County Health 

Department)

Respond: 16. Triage and PreHospital Treatment 6 ExPA: Establishment of the Rapid Screening 

Point(s)

(Municipality) Health establishes RSPs ([#] 

Opening to Represent Many) to screen both 

citizens who were in the affected area and other 

concerned citizens.

(Municipality) Public Health Rapid Screening 

Point Plan is Tab (Alpha) at this link. (Link to 

Website)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Establishment of the Rapid Screening Point(s) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1602 D+1 - D+ - 4:48:01 p.m. (Municipality) Federal Protective Services 

(FPS) notified of incident Phone (Municipality) FPS FPS Common: 2. Communications 1

(Defense Military Organization) (Municipality) 

and the Port of (Municipality) notify the (Federal 

Protective Service) (Municipality in 

Neighboring State) Call Center, which in turn 

notifies (Federal Protective Service) 

(Municipality) of a (Disaster) at the (Directional 

Coordinate) end of the (Civil Infrastructure).

(Federal Protective Service) Special Agent in 

Charge receives call and starts identifying the 

status of Federal facilities in the area.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "(Military Rank) (Name), this is the (Municipality in Neighboring State) Call Center. We have 

just received calls from (Military Defense Organization) in (Municipality) and the Port of (Municipality) EOC. They have 

dispatched fire and police to a large (Disaster) in the (Public Venue) area." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5457 D+1 - D+ - 11:00:01 p.m. (State) National Guard members may be 

contaminated Phone Concerned Citizen National Guard Common: 2. Communications 2

Soldiers reporting to the JTF from the 

(University) Gold Program are showing signs 

of possible (Injury/Illness Due to HazMat). They 

did drive through the contaminated area of 

(Directional Coordinate) (Municipality). They 

need medical attention.

(State) JOC will provide guidance to caller 

regarding actions to take and where to go for 

decontamination/treatment. (State) JOC will 

contact OEM for locations/procedures for 

potentially contaminated individuals.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Military Rank) (Name). I reported here to the JTF with (#) members of Gold unit from 

(University). We think we may have driven through the contaminated area. A few of us are feeling extremely ill. Can you tell us 

what we need to do?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5458 D+2 - D+ - 1:20:01 a.m. (State) National Guard JTF requests 

additional (HazMat) detection devices

Expected player 

action National Guard National Guard Common: 2. Communications 2

ExPA: (State) National Guard JTF requests 

additional (HazMat) detection devices for 

soldiers manning checkpoints to determine if 

personnel and equipment are contaminated.

*** EXERCISE ***EXERCISE *** "JTF requests (HazMat) detection devices for soldiers manning checkpoints to determine if 

personnel and equipment are contaminated." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1575 D+2 - D+ - 1:25:01 p.m. FEMA Region (#) establishes an 

operational staging area

Expected player 

action FEMA Region (#) FEMA Region (#) Respond: 3. Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution 5

ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports the 

establishment of an Operational Staging Area at 

(Air Force Base) AFB, (Neighboring State).

Report to NRCC, and the (Neighboring State) 

and (Event State) RRCCs continue operational 

planning for FOSA.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: FEMA Region (#) reports the establishment of an Operational Staging Area at (Air 

Force Base) AFB, (Neighboring State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1152 D+2 - D+ - 11:00:01 a.m.

Local shipping business requests 

information about vessels involved in 

(Disaster)

Phone (Business) (Defense Military 

Organization) Common: 2. Communications 2 Local shipping business requests information about vessels involved in (Disaster).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Yeah, this is (Name) and I manage (Company Name) Shipping Company out of (State of 

Business Location). I'm having serious trouble tracking down whether or not any of our shipments were involved in today's 

(Disaster). Do you have a list of the vessels that were damaged?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1561 D+3 - D+ - 4:05:01 p.m. Red Cross shelters inundated with pets Phone Red Cross Red Cross Respond: 7. Animal Health 

Emergency Support 6, 11

Red Cross shelters report large numbers of 

people coming to the established shelters with 

their exotic pets ([Exotic Pet Types] etc.).

Request veterinary assistance to deal with this 

issue. Coordinate assistance between ESFs 

and potential Mission Assignment for support.

This inject needs to be delivered from the 

(Virtual Control Center) (Preferably the ARC 

Controller) to either the ARC (Liaison Officer) 

at the ECC or at the Local HQ (Whichever is 

Playing)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** All of your established shelters are receiving an overwhelming number of people with their 

exotic pets (e.g., [Exotic Pet Types]). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3611 D+1 - D+ - 7:30:01 p.m. (Municipality) notifies (State) ECC of 

activation Phone (Neighboring County Sheriff's 

Office)

(Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5 (Municipality) activates EOC. ECC Event Duty Officer records activation of EOC. Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** -This is the (Municipality) EOC. Based on what we're seeing in the news, we're going to go 

ahead and stand up our EOC. We just wanted to give you guys a heads up. Our phone number is (Phone number)." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3611-01 D+2 - D+ - 8:15:01 a.m. (Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County Sheriff's 

Office)

(Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 6

(Municipality) has received (#) evacuees 

seeking shelter, and requests from cities to 

establish shelters

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration. Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) has received (#) evacuees seeking shelter and requests from cities to 

establish shelters. *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE ***

79-1-1 D+1 - D+ - 9:20:01 p.m. Citizens at [State Communications Center) 

call 9-1-1 and request help evacuating Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

Citizens at (State Communications Center) call 

9-1-1 and request help evacuating; they don't 

have any vehicles

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hey! There are (#) people here at the Convention Center and we all need to get out of here. 

We rode buses here and now have no vehicles to leave. Please send something or someone to get us out of here or we are going 

to start leaving on foot!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3101-01 D+1 - D+ - 4:54:01 p.m.

(Municipality) DOT shuts down traffic on 

all (Civil Infrastructure) except for first 

responders

Expected player 

action (Municipality) DOT (Municipality) DOT Respond: 1. Onsite Incident Management 1

ExPA: (Municipality) Department of 

Transportation shuts down traffic on all (Civil 

Infrastructure) except for first responders.

Notify (Municipality), (Municipality), and State 

Transportation offices. Request Law 

Enforcement assistance for traffic management. 

Request Law Enforcement assistance for 

(Suspicious Destructive Device) sweeps and 

structural inspections prior to reopening.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) Department of Transportation shuts down traffic on all (Civil 

Infrastructure) except for first responders. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3035 D+2 - D+ - 1:30:01 a.m.

(State) Public Health Division requests 

planning meeting with (HazMat 

Assessment Organization) and ESF (#)

Expected player 

action (Department of Public Health) (Department of Public Health) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8, 10

ExPA: (State) Public Health Division requests 

planning meeting with (HazMat Assessment 

Organization) and ESF (#) to determine best 

allocation and application of (HazMat 

Assessment Organization) resources and 

capabilities.

State (Public Health Program) coordinates with 

all other agencies under ESF-(#). Meeting will 

be held at (Municipality) Health Facility.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (State) Public Health Division requests planning meeting with (HazMat Assessment 

Organization) and ESF (#) to determine best allocation and application of (HazMat Assessment Organization) resources and 

capabilities. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4103 D+1 - D+ - 5:21:01 p.m.

9-1-1 call about an (Adverse Emergent 

Contaminating Event) multi-patient scene 

in (local municipality)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Neighboring County 9-1-1 

Center) 

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 10

There has been an accidental release of a 

(Noxious Substance) in (Municipality) at the 

(House of Worship). Will only generate between 

(#) and (#) patients.

(Municipality) Fire Department and 

(Municipality) Valley Fire and Rescue will 

respond to the scene. Additional HazMat 

Resources/capability will need to be identified 

since the District's HazMat Team will be on 

mutual aid in (Municipality) for the 

(Unconventional Terrorist Weapon). (Hospital) 

will be contacted for patient transport to 

available hospital.

The field scene will be set up at (House of 

Worship).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We need help at (House of Worship). There's a white cloud coming from a truck by the 

loading dock out back. I don't know what it is, but it smells like (Chemical Agent) and a bunch of people are (Reactionary 

Symptom)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4501 D+1 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m. (Municipality) overwhelmed with calls from 

concerned citizens Message (Neighboring County/9-1-1 Communications District) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 2 9-1-1 and (Municipality) EOC overwhelmed with 

large volume of calls from concerned citizens.

(Municipality) activates the Volunteer calltaker 

phone bank and begin setting it up (Setup of 

Phone Bank and Dissemination of Updated 

Information from the [Municipality] PIO).

Reference call volume control annex. *Refer to attached Implementers*

2302 D+1 - D+ - 4:06:01 p.m.

Eyewitness calls 9-1-1 about a large 

(Disaster) at the (Direction) end of (Civil 

Infrastructure) in [municipality]

Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

Multiple calls to 9-1-1 from eyewitnesses about 

a large (Disaster) at the (Directional 

Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality). Initial reports indicate two 

(Public Transportation Company) (Public 

Transportation Mode) may have been involved. 

Anticipate multiple (Injuries/Deceased).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Municipality) Fire Bureau and (Municipality) 

Police Bureau.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "There has been an explosion on (Interstate/Street in Reference to Other Interstate/Streets). It 

looks like a truck is on fire." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4902 D+1 - D+ - 7:35:01 p.m.

Red Cross notifies RRCC, State, and city 

about shelter contamination criteria 

through (Liaison Officers)

Expected player 

action Red Cross EOC

Respond: 20. Mass Care 

(Sheltering, Feeding, and Related 

Services)

6

ExPA: American Red Cross notifies FEMA 

Region (#) RRCC, State ECC, and 

(Municipality) RRCC about shelter 

contamination criteria through ARC (Liaison 

Officers) and the necessity of security personnel 

at each shelter prior to opening.

(Municipality) EOC should contact 

(Municipality) Police Bureau through PCC to 

assign a police officer to each shelter 

designated for opening. (Municipality) EOC, in 

conjunction with the State ECC, may consider 

requesting assistance for shelter security 

through the National Guard. ARC may have to 

consider outsourcing security if there is no LE 

available.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the American Red Cross (ARC Chapter) Chapter. We a prepared to set up our 

shelters, but we cannot open the doors or even respond to an area until the Incident Commander has identified a safe area for 

service delivery and information about personal safety and safe routes to reach the identified area. We cannot open a shelter until 

we have a police officer for each shelter and a way to identify personnel/evacuees as contaminated, decontaminated, or not 

contaminated. This is In accordance with our regional and national guidelines: (Annex alpha), (ARC Chapter) Chapter 

Response Plan for (Incident)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2301 D+1 - D+ - 4:06:01 p.m. (Civil Infrastructure) operator in 

(Municipality) notifies 9-1-1 of (Disaster) Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

(Civil Infrastructure) operator witnesses the 

[disaster] near the (Local Jurisdiction) that may 

involve a (Public Transportation Mode). 

(Disaster) rocked (Civil Infrastructure).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

questions caller concerning (Civil 

Infrastructure) operation, vehicles involved, and 

if there are any people in the water. (Emergency 

Communications Agency) dispatches and/or 

notifies the following: (Municipality) Fire 

Bureau, (Municipality) Police Bureau.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the tender for the (Civil Infrastructure). There has been some type of (Disaster) at the 

(Directional Coordinate) end of the (Civil Infrastructure). There is obvious fire and a large debris pile. The road at the 

(Directional Coordinate) end of the (Civil Infrastructure) is blocked. There is no access across the (Civil Infrastructure) from the 

(Directional Coordinate) side." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2309 D+1 - D+ - 4:09:01 p.m. Eyewitness calls 9-1-1 about a vehicle 

driving off the (Civil Infrastructure) Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

Multiple calls to 9-1-1 from eyewitnesses about 

a large (Disaster) at the (Directional 

Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality). Initial reports indicate (#) (Public 

Transportation Company) (Public 

Transportation Mode) may have been involved. 

Anticipate multiple casualties and possibly a 

vehicle that drove off the (Civil Infrastructure) 

and into the river

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Military Defense Organization), (Municipality) 

Fire Bureau (Response Vehicle) on a 

(Response Call) to (Civil Infrastructure), 

(Municipality) Sheriff's Department 

(Specialized Unit).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Something happening up by the (Civil Infrastructure). It looks like a lot of people are hurt. At 

least (#) cars drove off the (Civil Infrastructure) and into (Adverse Environmental Element or Manmade Structure)." *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3300 D+1 - D+ - 4:55:01 p.m. (State) Department of Agriculture deploys 

(Liaison Officers) to all EOCs and ECCs

Expected player 

action (State) Department of Agriculture (State) Department of 

Agriculture Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: (Responsible State Department) deploys 

(Liaison Officers) to ECC and (State) 

Department of Public Health Operations Center.

Once the Emergency Operations Centers are 

activated and (HazMat) is identified, 

(Responsible State Department) will self-deploy 

a liaison to the State ECC as they are not on the 

mandatory recall lists. The (Responsible State 

Department) will deploy a liaison to the 

Department of Public Health after they receive a 

request. The (Responsible State Department) 

will assist in coordinating the health response in 

terms of food and animal safety.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2322 D+2 - D+ - 3:30:01 p.m.

Concerned citizen calls 9-1-1 about 

suspicious activity under the (Civil 

Infrastructure) in (Municipality)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency)

Respond: 9. Explosive Device 

Response Operations 2

Concerned citizen calls 9-1-1 about suspicious 

activity under the (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality). The person witnessed (#) 

(Gender) individuals in a small boat lowering a 

(Suspicious Material) near the middle span of 

the (Civil Infrastructure).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Responsible Municipal, State, and Military 

Emergency Responders and Applicable 

Subunits).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** " Hi, this is (Name). I'm calling from my car. I just watched a couple of (Ethnicity) looking 

(Gender) lower a (Suspicious Material) near the middle span of the (Civil Infrastructure). It definitely went under water near the 

(Directional Coordinate) side. They were in a small grey boat with a small outboard motor. They are now gone." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

2317 D+1 - D+ - 7:20:01 p.m. 9-1-1 receives calls from private citizens 

unable to self evacuate Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

9-1-1 receives calls about individuals who are 

trapped in contaminated areas and cannot 

evacuate on their own. This includes group 

home leaders and health care providers.

Dispatchers alert supervisors of number of 

calls. (Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the appropriate 

response agencies.

Hopefully this will bubble up to Health. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "My name is (Name) and I have no car and can't get out! I'm scared and don't know what to do! 

Please help me!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5203 D+1 - D+ - 6:07:01 p.m.

(Local Hospital) Hospital Coordination 

Center receives overwhelming numbers of 

calls from the public

Phone Concerned Citizen (Local Health System) Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 8 (Hospital) Coordination Center receives 

overwhelming calls from the public.

(Local Hospital) Hospital Coordination Center 

requests call volume assistance from county 

public health. (Municipality) Health Department 

should set up a phone bank.

This inject should be delivered face to face 

(Onsite Hospital Controller to Hospital Player) 

after being released from hospital controller at 

(Virtual Control Center).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Local Hospital) hospital coordination center requesting call volume assistance 

from county public health." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 2323-01 D+2 - D+ - 9:00:01 p.m. Concerned citizen calls 9-1-1 regarding 

(HazMat) exposure Phone Citizen (Emergency Communications Agency)

Respond: 12. Citizen Evacuation and 

Shelter-in-Place 2, 13

A concerned citizen calls wondering if they were 

exposed to (HazMat) because they were 

shopping at the (Public Venue) when the 

(Disaster) occurred.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hello, this is (Name). I'm not sure if I was exposed to (HazMat), but what I can do to make 

sure I'm safe?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4251 D+1 - D+ - 5:12:01 p.m. (Municipality) declaration of emergency 

and request for State assistance

Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) (Neighboring County EOC) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

ExPA: The (Municipality) Board of 

Commissioners Chairman faxes a signed letter 

to the (State) ECC duty officer declaring a state 

of emergency and requesting support from the 

State. REF (Municipality) Emergency 

Operations Plan; (Applicable Plan Section, 

Page, Paragraph)

The ECC duty officer initiates ECC activation 

procedures. The (State) Office of Emergency 

Management Director requests that the 

Governor declare a state of emergency and 

request Federal assistance. Identify mission 

specificity, and return if inappropriate.

***** EXERCISE ***** EXERCISE ***** BEFORE THE BOARD OF COMMISSINERS FOR (MUNICIPALITY), (STATE) In the 

Matter of Requesting the Governor of the State of (State) Resolution__(#)_____ to declare (Municipality); an Emergency Area / 

a Disaster Area WHEREAS, _A_Terrorist_(Hazardous Material)_Attack___________ (Incident) has affected (Municipality), 

specifically: _(Hazardous Material)_material_spreading_(Coordinated Direction)_from_the_(Coordinated 

Direction)_abutment_of_the_steel_ (Civil Infrastructure)_(Municipality)__________ (Specify N, E, W, S Boundaries of Impacted 

Area or Entire City Limits) WHEREAS, this emergency/disaster was caused by ___________ aparent_terrorism 

_________________________ (Describe Cause of Incident More Specifically) WHEREAS, the following conditions, _________ 

__dangerous_levels_of_(Hazardous Material Presence)__________ 

__damaged_communications_and_transportation_infrastructure_______________ , now exist in the impacted area. WHEREAS, 

___(#)____(Number) residents of (Municipality) are at risk of _acute_(Hazardous Material) because of this emergency. Initial 

estimates of costs and losses total $__(#)_(monetary unit)_____ as summarized on the attached Initial Damage Assessment 

report form. (This paragraph is optional depending upon needs and type of emergency.) WHEREAS, the (Municipality) Code 

(Code Number), serves as a basis for and emergency declaration and shall be an exercise of police power and emergency 

control in the public’s interest. WHEREAS, I (Name), Chair of the (Municipality) Board of Commissioners, declare the area 

described in the first paragraph above, to be in a “State of Emergency” on ____(Calendar Day)___day of ____(Month)__, (Year) 

at _(Time)_____ o’clock am/pm, and, WHEREAS, (Municipality) has/has not expended all its own resources and resources of its 

mutual aid/cooperative assistance agencies in response to the emergency and further response to the emergency is/is not 

beyond (Municipality)’s capability. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that I, (Name), Chair of the (Municipality) Board of 

Commissioners affirm that; 1. A “State of Emergency” exists in (Municipality), and 2. All appropriate and available resources 

have been expended and further response is/is not beyond the capability of (Municipality). I respectfully request appropriate 

support from State and/or Federal agencies, as provided in (State Statute) (State Statute Number) and (State Statute Number), 

for the following forms of assistance. (State Needs/Support Not Agencies.) _____further affirm appropriate support from 

(Municipality) agencies for the following forms of assistance. (Optional paragraph) BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that I, 

(Name), respectfully request the Governor of the State of (State) (Declares/Does Not Declare) (Municipality) a “State of 

Emergency” as provided in ORS 401.055. DATED THIS _________ day of _________, 200_ (MUNICIPALITY), (STATE) by 

_______ (Name), County Chair REVIEWED: By ______ (Name), County Attorney for (Municipality), (State) *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

3600 D+1 - D+ - 4:40:01 p.m. (State) declaration of emergency and 

request for Federal assistance

Expected player 

action (Emergency Management Office) (Emergency Management Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 15

ExPA: The Governor of (State) will declare that 

a state of emergency exists in the State of 

(State) and request assistance from the Federal 

Government. The Governor will also request a 

Presidential Declaration of Major Disaster in 

(State).

Expect FEMA, Region (#), RRCC to forward 

the request for declaration to FEMA HQ for 

preparation for White House. Expect (White 

House Mandate) to approve declaration and 

FEMA return to Governor. Joint PDA initiated.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Whereas the State of (State) has incurred damage and disaster in excess of $(Monetary 

Amount and Unit). Whereas (State) has expended its resources. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1100 D+1 - D+ - 4:08:01 p.m.

(Civil infrastructure) operator notifies 

(Local, Applicable Military Defense 

Organization) of large (Disaster)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Defense Military 

Organization)/Sector 

Respond: 1. Onsite Incident 

Management 2

(Civil Infrastructure) operator witnesses the 

[disaster] near the (Llocal Jurisdiction) that may 

involve a (Public Transportation Mode). 

(Disaster) rocked (Civil Infrastructure).

(Military Defense Organization) questions 

caller concerning (Civil Infrastructure) 

operation, vehicles involved, and if any people 

are in the water. Launch response boat for 

(Search and Rescue Group) and security. 

Begin notification process up the chain of 

possible TSI.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the operator on the (Civil Infrastructure). I just saw a huge (Disaster) near the (Local 

Jurisdiction) that may involve a (Public Transportation Mode). The (Disaster) rocked the (Civil Infrastructure) and there are bits 

and pieces of debris everywhere. There were several vehicles on the (Civil Infrastructure), and there is one (Public 

Transportation Mode) on the upper deck. I think one vehicle may have gone over the side and into the water. I see people in the 

water now but I can't tell how many." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2304 D+1 - D+ - 4:06:01 p.m.

Eyewitness calls 9-1-1 about a large 

(Disaster) near the (Direction) end of 

(Civil Infrastructure) in (Municipality)

Phone Concerned Citizen (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

Multiple calls to 9-1-1 from eyewitnesses about 

a large (Disaster) at the (Directional 

Coordinate) end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality). Initial reports indicate (#) (Public 

Transportation Company) (Public 

Transportation Modes) may have been involved. 

Anticipate multiple (Injuries/Deceased).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Municipality) Fire Bureau, (Municipality) 

Police Bureau.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** " Hello....9-1-1? Yes, I just saw a truck blown up by a (Public Transportation Mode) at the 

intersection of (Street) and (Street) next to the (Landmark). There is a massive fire and lots of people are (Injured/Deceased)." 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4104 D+1 - D+ - 4:00:01 a.m. Local threat level change Expected player 

action (Neighboring County EOC) (Neighboring County) Protect: 1. Critical Infrastructure Protection 5

ExPA: Based on local Intel there will be a 

recommendation by (Municipality) (Anti-threat 

Committee) for (Municipality) jurisdictions to 

increase their local threat levels to (Threat Level 

Identifier).

Jurisdictions increase threat levels to (Threat 

Level Identifier) and implement the appropriate 

protective measures, including at least a partial 

activation of their EOCs.

This is needed so the jurisdictions will be in the 

position for a warm start of their EOCs on 

(Date). The Expected player action was 

completed at (Time) hours and documented in 

the ESP SA at (Time). This action occurred 

before the time outlined in NxMSEL.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: Based on local Intel, there will be a recommendation by (Municipality) (Anti-threat 

Committee) for (Municipality) jurisdictions to increase their local threat levels to (Threat Level Indicator). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

2307 D+1 - D+ - 4:07:01 p.m.

Patrolling (Municipality) police officers 

radio in about a large (Disaster) near the 

(Direction) end of (Civil Infrastructure) in 

(Municipality)

Radio (Municipal Police Department) (Emergency Communications 

Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2

(Emergency Communications Agency) receives 

multiple radio calls from Police Officers in the 

vicinity about a large explosion at the 

(Directional Coordinate) end of (Civil 

Infrastructure) in (Municipality). Initial reports 

indicate (#) (Public Transportation Company) 

(Public Transportation Modes) may have been 

involved. Anticipate multiple 

(Injuries/Deceased).

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

dispatches and/or notifies the following: 

(Municipality) Fire Bureau, (Municipality) 

Police Bureau.

This inject needs to be delivered by the VCC 

(Municipality) Police Bureau Controller to 

(Emergency Communications Agency).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Dispatch, this is (Law Enforcement Badge/ID Number). We just had a large (Disaster) near 

the (Local Jurisdiction). I'm en route, I'll update." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3100 D+1 - D+ - 9:45:01 p.m. State ECC notified of evacuation; (#) 

percent mobilized Phone (State) Department of Transportation ECC Recover: 2. Restoration of Lifelines 2, 5, 13

(State) DOT notifies the State ECC about (#)% 

of the population which is NOT in the evacuation 

area has reached their homes, assembled their 

family units, and started to leave the area.

(State) DOT sees the volume increase on major 

arteries and collectors and notifies the (State) 

DOT AOC. The (State) DOT AOC verifies the 

information and notifies the State ECC. 

It will take about (Estimated Timeframe) for 

(#)% of the shadow evacuation population to 

mobilize from the time they decide to evacuate. 

Once several messages discussing 

"evacuation" are presented publicly, the shadow 

evacuation population will make evacuation 

decisions. The (State) DOT or ECC controller 

at the ECC would inject this face to face.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) DOT tells ECC representatives face to face. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 7051-03 D+3 - D+ - 10:12:01 a.m.

(Retail Neighborhood) business owners 

request timeline for decontamination and 

restoration of services

Phone (Business) (Emergency Management 

Office) Common: 2. Communications 14

(Jurisdictional Retail Neighborhood) is 

concerned about how long it will be before the 

city allows them to enter their facilities and what 

the life safety issues are.

City Attorney's Office will assess the re-entry 

liabilities that the city needs to consider. This is 

a followup on the quarantine of facilities affected 

by the incident.

City needs to work with the public health 

department on health related issues and come 

up with recommendations for re-entry to 

facilities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Listen up, I pay my taxes, and I want some information. When are you going to get off your lazy 

butts and get me back in business?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 2318-02 D+2 - D+ - 3:15:01 a.m. Concerned citizen calls 9-1-1 regarding 

(HazMat) exposure Phone Citizen (Emergency Communications Agency) Common: 2. Communications 2,13 Concerned citizen calls 9-1-1 regarding (HazMat) exposure.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Hi, this is (Name). I think I am contaminated by the (HazMat). I am very scared; what should I 

do? *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8600 D+4 - D+ - 2:02:01 p.m.

Professor reports concern about 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model) presented 

by the mayor

Phone Concerned Citizen DOE Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

Professor (Name) calls the mayor's office 

because he is concerned that the information 

provided by the city to the public about the 

(HazMat) (Mathematic/Statistical Modeldefined Area) from the terrorist attack has not 

been complete and is not correct. He has made 

computer models using the (Existing, Federal 

Statute/Code/Language) that indicate that there 

should certainly be significant radioactive 

contamination well beyond the area shown on the 

news cast by the mayor. He wants to know if the 

city is using plots from experts at the (Expert 

Organization). Professor (Name) says he's a 

local expert in the field and that he is preparing 

his own (Mathematical/Statistical Model) model 

to bring to VNN.

Outside experts will influence correct actions.

(Educational Degree) in nuclear physics from 

(University). Instrument: (HazMat Detection 

Instrument). Knows (Name) in the (State 

HazMat Program) and will provide the data to 

him/her.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Professor (Name) calls the Mayor's office because he is concerned that the information 

provided by the City to the public about the (Hazardous Material) (Mathematical/Statistical Model- defined Area) from the 

terrorist attack has not been complete and is not correct. He has made computer models using the (Existing, Federal 

Statute/Code/Language) that indicate that there should certainly be significant (Hazardous Material) contamination well beyond 

the area shown on the news cast by the Mayor. He wants to know if the City is using plots from experts at the (Expert 

Organization). Professor (Name) says he's a local expert in the field and that he is preparing his own (Mathematical/Statistical 

Model) model to bring to VNN. Dr. (Name) has a (Educational Degree) in nuclear physics from (University). The instrument he 

is using to make the readings is a (Hazardous Material Detection Instrument) to check for the (Hazardous Material). Dr. 

(Name) knows (Name) in the (State Hazardous Material Program) and will provide the data to him. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

 3613-01 D+2 - D+ - 12:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from the State to meet needs and address 

sheltering within the county, including shelter 

population numbers and resource needs in 

shelters (Including Police, HazMat, and 

Decontamination Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We have 

received (#) evacuees receiving shelter and requests from city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource capabilities and 

shelter capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3615 D+1 - D+ - 4:42:01 p.m. (Local Municipality) notifies (State) ECC of 

activation Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC notifies the (State) 

Emergency Management Office that it is 

standing up in response to news coverage of 

event.

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. Based on what we are seeing in the news, we are going to go 

ahead and set up the EOC. We just wanted to give you guys a heads up. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

8621 D+4 - D+ - 3:05:01 p.m. Private citizen requests further information 

from the JIC about CDC online document Phone Citizen JIC Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

Citizen searching on the internet for information 

on (Unconventional Terrorist Weapons) comes 

across the CDC Guide "(Applicable Guide)" 

(Guide Website). While scanning the guide, the 

concerned citizen reads about the CDC 

recommendations regarding a Registry 

following a (HazMat) incident and wonders why 

he hasn't heard anything about it.

JIC personnel will inquire of City/County/State 

health planners regarding current plans/SOPs 

and who should initiate or develop (If 

Necessary) a registry to identify the affected 

population and track short- and long-term 

medical considerations.

Integration of Policy and Technical Data has 

been inadequate, and the associated public 

messaging has been poor. The intent of this 

inject is to stimulate reference to established 

policy requirements/recommendations, and 

drive the integration of that policy with technical 

data and public information for individuals in the 

contamination area. By specifically addressing 

the CDC guide, specific reference to City, 

County or State plans for population monitoring 

in (HazMat) emergencies, and appropriate 

actions should be considered. Desired 

secondary effect: develop effective public 

messaging to ensure effective registration 

process.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Citizen searching on the internet for information on (Unconventional Terrorist Weapons) 

comes across the CDC Guide "(Applicable Guide)" (Website to Guide). While scanning the guide, the concerned citizen reads 

about the CDC recommendations regarding a registry following a (HazMat) incident and wonders why he hasn't heard anything 

about it. Dialogue: "I found your number on a Media Advisory in my wife's papers; she's a local reporter and would kill me if she 

knew I was looking through her desk. Anyway, I was wondering if you could tell me why the CDC Guide "(Applicable Guide)" says 

local/State agencies should establish a registry of an affected population after a (Hazardous Material) incident. I work in the 

(Public Venue) and was there when the (Destructive Material/Product) went off; why hasn't anyone contacted me about getting my 

name on a registry?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8625 D+4 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m. Call to Governor (Name) from Senator 

(Name) Phone Politician Governor's Office Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

(Call to Governor [Name] from Senator [Name]) 

I want to convey my sympathies, and let you know 

my personal commitment to the people of 

(State). Are you all right? (Answer.) The reason 

I called is that my staff have been talking to some 

people in US Energy and they are saying that 

the contaminated area is different than what the 

city is putting on TV. Are you aware of that? 

(Answer.) Let me know if there is anything that I 

can do for you.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Call to Governor [Name] from Senator [Name]). I want to convey my sympathies and let you 

know my personal commitment to the people of (State). Are you all right? (Answer.) The reason I called is that my staff have been 

talking to some people at US Energy and they are saying that the contaminated area is different than what the city is putting on 

TV. Are you aware of that? (Answer.) Let me know if there is anything that I can do for you. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3100-02 D+3 - D+ - 4:00:01 p.m.

(State) DOT receives request from private 

sector for an update on recovery of (Civil 

Infrastructure)

Phone (Business) (State) DOT Recover: 2. Restoration of Lifelines 3, 14

A private sector business, which supplies water 

treatment facilities, wants an update on the short 

and long-term operations on the (Civil 

Infrastructure).

(State) DOT will coordinate assessment with 

US DOT (Applicable DOT Agency). USDOT 

and (Applicable DOT Agency) will contact 

(Affected Companies) and report.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is _____ with (Utilities Company). My company supplies water treatment facilities 

throughout the (Regional Area). We transport most of our supplies via (Transportation Mode) and I'm concerned about how the 

closure of the (Civil Infrastructure) will affect our ability to meet our clients' needs. Do you have an update on the short- and longterm (Transportation Mode) operations on the (Civil Infrastructure)?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8636 D+4 - D+ - 5:20:01 p.m.

(Public Transportation Company) adjusts 

service and requests assistance from 

(Municipality)

Phone (Metropolitan Transportation 

District)

(Emergency Management 

Office)

Prevent: 5. Chemical, Biological, 

radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives 

(CBRNE) Detection 

2

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is (Name) in the (Public Transportation Company) EOC. I am rerouting bus service to 

avoid the modified footprint on (Crisis Information Management Team). Can you all help provide a message about this? *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5470 D+1 - D+ - 6:00:01 p.m.

(Local Municipality) requests medical 

personnel assistance for Mobile Command 

Post (MCP) operations

Expected player 

action

(Neighboring County Health 

Department) (Neighboring County EOC) Common: 1. Planning 8

ExPA: (Municipality) Public Health requests 

additional medical personnel assistance for 

MCP planning operations in the form of (#) 

(Medical Personnel) and (#) (Medical 

Personnel). Personnel are to report to (Street 

Address and Building Name) no later than 

(Time). POC is at (Phone Number).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA: (Municipality) requests additional medical personnel assistance for MCP operations in 

the form of (#) (Medical Personnel) and (#) (Medical Personnel). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5472 D+2 - D+ - 8:00:01 p.m. (Information Exchange) connection at the 

National Guard JOC goes down Phone Joint Information Exchange Environment (JIEE) administrator National Guard Common: 1. Planning 2

Connectivity through the National Guard JOC's 

(Information Exchange Connection) is lost for 

(Timeframe).

Staff conducts alternate procedures to 

communicate with NGB.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Information Exchange Connection) Administrator. You have just lost connectivity 

to the JOC through (Information Exchange Connection)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

IP2019-02 D+2 - D+ - 2:00:01 p.m. Call on status of foreign citizen in (State) Phone Other Other Respond: 22. Other 15

(International Nation) CONTROLLER, (State) 

(VIRTUAL CONTROL CENTER) CALLS 

(International Nation) CONSULAR SUPPORT 

Team., (State): (International Nation) citizen, 

(Citizen's Name), calls repeatedly from 

(International Nation) to inquire on the 

whereabouts of her/his child, (Child's Name), 

who was traveling in (Municipality) at the time of 

the (Disaster)

(International Nation) consular officer/embassy 

representative contacts local authorities to 

check on the status of (Child's Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hello, my name is (Name), and I called previously about my child, (Child's Name). I'm just 

calling back because I still haven't heard anything. (Child's Name) was in (Municipality) for some sort of academic conference 

when the (Disaster) happened there, and I haven't heard from him since. I'm dreadfully worried and I am looking for someone who 

can help me find him. He lives with me in (International Hometown City)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4211 D+1 - D+ - 7:07:01 p.m.

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office notifies 

(Specialized Law Enforcement Response 

Unit)

Radio (Specialized Law Enforcement 

Response Unit)

(Neighboring County) Sheriff's 

Office

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 13

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office notifies 

(Specialized Law Enforcement Response Unit) 

of (#) suspects continuing to resist arrest.

(Specialized Law Enforcement Response Unit) 

transits to location.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "We have (#) persons arrested that need to be transported to jail. Please respond to (Military 

Base)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1026 D+2 - D+ - 5:02:01 p.m. Threatening anti-government call received 

by EPA Region (#) Regional EOC Phone Concerned Citizen EPA Respond: 8. Environmental Health 2 Threatening anti-government call received by EPA Region (#) REOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Yeah. We know you had something to do with this. We dare you to show your faces here in 

(Municipality). Come on, try it. You'll find out first hand what we are capable of. Think twice about coming down here, because if 

we see you or any of your vile counterparts....(Click) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5462 D+3 - D+ - 7:02:01 p.m.

A truck arrives at the (Municipality) 

National Guard front gate with (#) donated 

protective suits

Phone National Guard National Guard Respond: 3. Critical Resource 

Logistics and Distribution 7

A truck arrives at the (Municipality) ANG front 

gate with (#) suits of [protective gear]; the driver 

says the equipment is a donation by (Military 

Division), and has proper ID and shipping 

paperwork.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Sir! There is a truck out here at the front gate with (#) protective suits donated by (Military 

Base)!" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3613 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m. (Local Municipality) notifies (State) ECC of 

activation Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC notifies the (State) 

Emergency Management Office that it is 

standing up in response to news coverage of 

event.

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. Based on what we are seeing in the news, we are going to go 

ahead and set up the EOC. We just wanted to give you guys a heads up. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

 3614-01 D+2 - D+ - 2:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from State to address sheltering within the 

county, including shelter population numbers 

and resource needs in shelters (Including 

Police, HazMat, and Decontamination 

Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We have 

(#) evacuees requesting shelter and requests from city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource capabilities and shelter 

capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8638 D+4 - D+ - 6:20:01 p.m.

(Public Transportation Company) requests 

information on FEMA assistance from 

State, county, and city EOCs

Phone (Transportation Operations Center) ECC Common: 2. Communications 1

(Public Transportation Company) requests 

Information on FEMA assistance from State, 

County, and City EOCs concerning 

extraordinary operating costs and public 

assistance for infrastructure.

Communication amongst various EOCs' 

consideration of Stafford Act applicability.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Public Transportation Company) requesting public assistance from FEMA for 

extraordinary operating costs and loss of critical infrastructure." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
2030 D+1 - D+ - 5:15:01 p.m.

DOE National Incident Team (NIT) issues 

deployment order for (Regional HazMat 

Assistance Team)

Expected player 

action DOE DOE Respond: 22. Other 5

ExPA:U.S. DOE National Incident Team (NIT) 

issues deployment order for RAP (#) to 

(Municipality)

RAP (#) calls (Municipality) EOC and State 

ECC about activation and deployment. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3210-02 D+2 - D+ - 8:00:01 a.m. Worker in the vicinity of the (Disaster) 

requests information on exposure Phone Concerned Citizen

[Consumer and Business 

Services/Occupational Safety 

and Health]

Respond: 5. Responder Safety and 

Health 2, 13

Report received: "I work at a facility just about 

(#) blocks from the (Directional Coordinate) end 

of the (Civil Infrastructure). How much 

(HazMat) was I exposed to? I talked to my union 

rep and he said he hadn't heard what our 

exposures here were. How do I find out? I saw a 

fine layer of (HazMat Debris) on my car...what 

do I do about my clothes and car?

Players will request (Mathematical/Statistical 

Model) data and/or field monitoring data to 

begin hazard assessment and recommendation 

for worker. Players may request data/information 

from IC Safety Officer to coordinate response.

EOC and AOC have not gotten current/definitive 

(Mathematical/Statistical) modeling, and play is 

lagging. Recommend several injects with 

similar theme. Impact to (Exercise Conduct) 

suspected to be minimal. Injects go to (State) 

OSHA and OSHA working together at (State) 

OSHA AOC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "I work at a facility just about (#) blocks from the (Directional Coordinate) end of the (Civil 

Infrastructure). How much (HazMat) was I exposed to? I talked to my union rep and he said he hadn't heard what our exposures 

here were. How do I find out? I saw a fine layer of (HazMat Debris) on my car...what do I do about my clothes and car? *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3100-01 D+1 - D+ - 11:33:01 p.m. (State) DOT notifies the State ECC about 

shadow evacuation; (#) percent mobilized Internet (State) Department of Transportation ECC Recover: 2. Restoration of Lifelines 2, 13

(State) DOT notifies the State ECC about 

Shadow Evacuation: the (#)% of the population 

NOT in the evacuation area that has reached 

their homes, assembled their family units, and 

started to leave the area. This is about 

(Anticipated Number of People To Be 

Evacuated) persons.

(State) DOT sees the volume increase on major 

arteries and collectors and notifies the (State) 

DOT AOC. The (State) DOT AOC verifies the 

information and notifies the State ECC. 

It will take about (Estimated Timeframe) for 

(#)% of the shadow evacuation population to 

mobilize from the time they decide to evacuate. 

Once several messages discussing 

"evacuation" are presented publicly, the shadow 

evacuation population will make evacuation 

decisions. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) DOT notifies the State ECC about Shadow Evacuation: the (#)% of the population that 

is NOT in the evacuation area has reached their homes, assembled their family units, and started to leave the area. Ths is about 

(Anticipated Number of People To Be Evacuated) persons. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3617-01 D+2 - D+ - 12:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from State to address sheltering within the 

county, including shelter population numbers 

and resource needs in shelters (Including 

Police, HazMat, and Decontamination 

Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We have 

(#) evacuees requesting shelter and requests from the city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource capabilities and 

shelter capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 5207-04 D+2 - D+ - 1:05:01 a.m. Local hospitals estimate (#) people seek 

medical attention Fax (Critical Injury) Coordination Center (Neighboring County Health 

Department) Respond: 17. Medical Surge 8

Local hospitals estimate that (#) people will start 

seeking medical treatment within the next 

(Estimated Timeframe).

Plan for and deploy MCP. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local Hospitals estimate that (#) people will start seeking medical treatment within the next 

(Estimated Timeframe). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3638 D+4 - D+ - 6:17:01 p.m.

(Call Center) calls JIC asking for 

guidance on calls regarding 

(Mathematical/Statistical) model on JFO 

cubicle wall

Phone Citizen (Emergency Management 

Office)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 2, 5, 15

(Call Center) calls (Municipality) OEM ECC 

stating that they have received multiple calls 

regarding the (Mathematical/Statistical) model 

on the wall of the JFO.

(Municipality) OEM asks the JIC to address the 

issue with a press release.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is the (Call Center). We're getting a bunch of calls about the (Mathematical/Statistical) 

model on the JFO. Can you all do something about this? *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8609 D+4 - D+ - 2:35:01 p.m. Fire department encounters contamination 

and requests information Phone (Municipality) Fire Department (Neighboring County Health Department)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 4

Fire department responds to a fire at (Street) 

and (Street) and encounter greater than (#) 

times normal background (HazMat) levels 

(HazMat Level Quantified Specifics). In this 

inject, the bureau is asking if the (HazMat) is 

related to the (Unconventional Terrorist 

Weapon) event or it's a new concern for a 

separate (HazMat) release.

Fire Department contacts county public health 

(If County Public Health Not Playing, FD 

Contacts State Public Health). State public 

health evaluates implications of the report and 

should contact (HazMat Assessment 

Organization) for clarification and JIC to 

discuss correction of public messaging. The 

[HazMat] is a result of the (Unconventional 

Terrorist Weapon) attack.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Fire department responds to a fire at (Street) and (Street) and encounters greater than (#) 

times normal background (HazMat) levels (HazMat Level Quantified Specifics). In this inject, the bureau is asking if the 

(HazMat) is related to the (Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) event or it's a new concern for a separate (HazMat) release. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8608 D+4 - D+ - 2:31:01 p.m.

(Neighboring State) (HazMat) Control 

Program officer reports concern over 

(Mathematical/Statistical) model report

Phone Concerned Citizen DOE Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

(Name), from (Neighboring State) (Hazardous 

Material) Control Program calls (Name) of the 

(Event State) (Hazardous Material) Control 

Program concerning (Event State) citizens who 

have self-evacuated to (Neighboring State). He 

set up a center to provide screening for those 

who were concerned about possible 

contamination. His staff has found significant 

levels of (Hazardous Chemical Isotope) 

contamination on several individuals who 

indicated that they were not in the area indicated 

for continued shelter or evacuation. Can you 

please check to see if the data provided to the 

public is consistent with your plume models and 

those from (Scientific Assessment Plot)? If 

necessary, I may have to open other screening 

and decontamination centers and provide public 

information to local hotels and motels as well as 

local media to alert our visitors on how to self 

decontaminate as well as where to find the 

screening centers. Please let me know what you 

find out by this afternoon so I can get ahead of 

the potential problem.

(Neighboring State) expert will influence 

correct actions.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Name), from (Neighboring State) (Hazardous Material) Control Program calls (Name) of 

the (Event State) (Hazardous Material) Control Program concerning (Event State) citizens who have self-evacuated to 

(Neighboring State). He set up a center to provide screening for those who were concerned about possible contamination. His 

staff has found significant levels of (Hazardous Chemical Isotope) contamination on several individuals who indicated that they 

were not in the area indicated for continued shelter or evacuation. Can you please check to see if the data provided to the public is 

consistent with your (Mathematical/Statistical Model) models and those from (Scientific Assessment Plot)? If necessary, I may 

have to open other screening and decontamination centers and provide public information to local hotels and motels as well as 

local media to alert our visitors on how to self decontaminate as well as where to find the screening centers. Please let me know 

what you find out ASAP so I can get ahead of the potential problem. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8603 D+4 - D+ - 2:11:01 p.m.

(Medical Screening Staff) member reports 

that he has seen a high number of 

contaminated people

Phone Concerned Citizen (Department of Public Health) Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 15

"Good morning, sir. I'm on your staff and I've 

been reviewing the contamination readings from 

the Rapid Screening Points. We've seen a lot 

more people who have contamination than I 

would have expected for the area that's being 

shown on VNN. We've also seen lots of people 

who say they were not near the hazard area who 

were contaminated, through the levels were low. 

The number of people contaminated seems to be 

very large compared to the hazard area that I 

saw on VNN."

State Epidemiologist reviews implications of 

discrepancies between models and numbers 

and disposition of RPS individuals with 

increased readings. State EPI relays 

information to State Public Health Officer.

AOC (HazMat) branch staff member raises 

concerns with State Epidemiologist about safety 

guidance provided to public by (Municipality).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Good morning, sir. I'm on your staff and I've been reviewing the contamination readings from 

the Rapid Screening Points. We've seen a lot more people who have contamination than I would have expected for the area that's 

being shown on VNN. We've also seen lots of people who say they were not near the hazard area who were contaminated, 

through the levels were low. The number of people contaminated seems to be very large compared to the hazard area that I saw 

on VNN." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8605 D+4 - D+ - 2:22:01 p.m.

Director at (Local Hospital) calls the 

Department of Health to report 

contamination

Phone Concerned Citizen (Department of Public Health) Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 8, 15

Director of (Specialized Medicine) Medicine at 

(Medical Center Name) Medical Center calls 

the State Department of Health to report that (#) 

patients who reside outside the VNNdesignated contamination area have significant 

levels of (HazMat) above background. The 

director proposes that the contaminated area 

extends significantly outside the area reported in 

the media. (S)he wants to know what to tell 

his/her patients and threatens to go to the media 

if the matter is not addressed. I would also like to 

inform you that I have already called VNN about 

this issue and I am waiting for a call back from 

their subject matter expert.

Eventual reachout to the (HazMat Assessment 

Organization) for accurate 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model) models

Concerned patients located outside the publiclyreleased contaminated area visit (Medical 

Center Name) Medical Center to check for 

(HazMat) contamination. (HazMat) technicians 

from the (Specialized Medicine) medicine 

department confirm that several patients from 

areas outside the publicly released area have 

significant contamination levels. The resident 

health physicist confirms the contamination 

source to be outside the hospital and discovers 

that the entire area outside the entrance to the 

hospital what >(#)x normal background levels 

(Specific, Quantifiable Normal Levels). The 

physician notifies the State Department of 

Health that contamination may exist beyond what 

was reported in the media.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Director of (Specialized Medicine) Medicine at (Medical Center Name) Medical Center calls 

the State Department Health to report that (#) patients who reside outside the VNN-designated contamination area have 

significant levels of (HazMat) above background. The director proposes that the contaminated area extends significantly outside 

the area reported in the media. She wants to know what to tell her patients and threatens to go to the media if the matter is not 

addressed. I would also like to inform you that I have already called VNN about this issue and I am waiting for a call back from 

their subject matter expert. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3615-01 D+2 - D+ - 12:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from the State to address sheltering within the 

county, including shelter population numbers 

and resource needs in shelters (Including 

Police, HazMat, and Decontamination 

Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We 

have received over (#) evacuees requesting shelter and requests from city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource 

capabilities and shelter capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8616 D+4 - D+ - 2:53:01 p.m.

CEO of (Retail Food Establishment) 

concerned about products from (Product 

Name) and (Product Name) 

Phone Concerned Citizen Governor's Office Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 11, 15

The governor gets a phone call from the CEO of 

(Retail Food Establishment). (Retail Food 

Establishment) purchases quite a bit of (Food 

Products) from the (Food Product Provider) and 

the (Food Product Provider) in (Municipality), 

(State). They are demanding accurate 

information on the safety of their shipments from 

(Municipality) this week and cannot get 

information from the (Responsible Federal 

Department) or the (Responsible State 

Department). The governor will place a phone 

call to the mayor’s office demanding information 

on the (Mathematical/Statistical Model) models.

Have the Governor call the Unified Command 

and demand an answer to the size of the 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model Defined Area) 

and whether the (Food Product Industry) and 

(Food Product) processing are safe.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The governor gets a phone call from the CEO of (Retail Food Establishment). (Retail Food 

Establishment) purchases quite a bit of (Food Product) products from the (Food Product Provider) and the (Food Product 

Provider) in (Municipality), (State). They are demanding accurate information on the safety of their shipments from (Municipality) 

this week and cannot get information from the (Responsible Federal Department) or the (Responsible State Department). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3515 D+1 - D+ - 4:50:01 p.m.

State Fire Marshal mobilizes (Search and 

Rescue Team), (HazMat Team), and 

(IMT) resources

Expected player 

action (State) Fire Marshal's Office (State) Fire Marshal's Office Respond: 14. Urban Search and Rescue 4

ExPA: State Fire Marshal (Incident 

Management Team) and (Search and Rescue 

Team) resources deploy.

Chief Deputy will notify (Search and Rescue 

Team) and (Incident Management Team) that 

mobilization is authorized and to deploy to the 

incident. (Incident Management Team) IC 

activates calldown procedure and establishes 

rendezvous point and communications on 

arrival. (Search and Rescue Team) activates 

calldown procedure, directs (Search and 

Rescue) team members to (Point of Delivery 

Location) and advance team to deploy to the 

incident (Search and Rescue Team). Check-in 

procedures are performed and ERC notified of 

(Search and Rescue) deployment to the staging 

area.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA - This is (Name) from the (State) Fire Marshal's office. We have a request for an 

activation of the (Regional Search and Rescue Team) (Search and Rescue Team) Task Force to a reported (Disaster) and 

building collapse in (Municipality) on the (Directional Coordinate) end of the (Civil Infrastructure). This is a reported 

(Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) with multiple fatalities and injuries. Haz Mat (#) and (#) have been dispatched to the incident. 

The (Team Name) Team will be supporting State resources. Mobilize the task force and (Incident Management Team) and 

advise the ERC when the resources depart and arrive at the incident." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3504 D+1 - D+ - 4:35:01 p.m.

State Fire Marshal enacts the (Applicable 

Governmental Act) with the Governor's 

office

Expected player 

action (Emergency Response System) (State) Fire Marshal's Office Common: 2. Communications 4

ExPA: State Fire Marshal will request approval 

from the Governor's office to mobilize State fire 

resources (HazMat, IMT, and USAR).

Authorization for enacting the (Applicable 

Governmental Act) Act. State Fire Marshal 

contacts (State) State Police. (State) State 

Police contacts Governor's Office. Authorization 

goes back up through the chain of command.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ExPA - "This is (Military Rank) (Name). The State Fire Marshal has requested the 

(Applicable Governmental Act) act be invoked. The (Municipality) has reported that a (Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) has 

been detonated on the (Directional Coordinate) side of the (Civil Infrastructure) with numerous fatalities and injuries. They have 

also reported a building collapse with several individuals trapped. They are requesting (Search and Rescue Team), HazMat, 

and other fire resources. Mutual aid for these resources has been exhausted." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3612 D+1 - D+ - 4:30:01 p.m. (Local Municipality) notifies (State) ECC of 

activation Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC notifies the (State) 

Emergency Management Office that it is 

standing up in response to news coverage of 

event.

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. Based on what we are seeing in the news, we are going to go 

ahead and set up the EOC. We just wanted to give you guys a heads up. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

8622 D+4 - D+ - 3:10:01 p.m. Citizen makes report to EPA (Regional 

Operating Center) Phone Citizen EPA Region (#) Respond: 15. Emergency Public Information and Warning 13

"I live near (Public Venue) ([Street Name] and 

[Street Name]). According to (Neighboring 

State) State Public Health, anything greater 

than (#) (HazMat Exposure Level) is considered 

elevated. According to a news advisory of 

(Date), it was safe to return to my home. I want 

to know the (HazMat Exposure Level) at my 

address. "

EPA (Regional Operations Emergency Center) 

has (HazMat) specialist there who can interpret 

this. Their procedure would also be to pass 

information out to EPA incident commander in 

unified command. EPA IC would pass 

information on to someone in general staff. Staff 

in conjunction with UC's PLO should begin 

discussion.

(Name) (phone number) is EPA's Emergency 

Response Line. We get all kinds of calls from 

the public who somehow find our number 

through directory assistance or phone books. 

There is a controller at EPA (Regional 

Operations Emergency Center) who can be 

contacted to watch how inject is played. We also 

have controllers at Unified Command.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "I live near (Public Venue) ([Street Name] and [Street Name]). According to (Neighboring 

State) Public Health, anything greater than (#)(HazMat Exposure Level) is considered elevated. According to a news advisory of 

(Date), it was safe to return to my home. I want to know the (HazMat Exposure Level) at my address. " *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

 3612-01 D+2 - D+ - 3:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from State to address sheltering within the 

county, including shelter population numbers 

and resource needs in shelters (Including 

Police, HazMat, and Decontamination 

Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We have 

received over (#) evacuees requesting shelter and requests from city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource 

capabilities and shelter capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 3620-02 D+3 - D+ - 3:00:01 p.m.

(Municipality) EOC receives calls from 

concerned citizens regarding men seen in 

(PPE)

Phone Concerned Citizen EOC Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 13

Concerned citizens see DOE teams in PPE 

testing for radiation in (Non-adverse Location). 

They call in to ensure they are not still in a 

(Adverse Location).

City recognizes they have conflicting 

information and contacts the State ECC to 

gather information on contamination. State 

contacts department of public health, which 

contacts the DOE. Explanation of DOE team is 

relayed to concerned citizen.

This inject was added as a contingent to make 

sure the State OEM is relaying standard 

information to all concerned citizens. This inject 

is being used to get the city to recognize and 

provide accurate information on DOE teams. 

For injects of this type, go into the exercise.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "I live at (Mailing Street Address). Yesterday, I saw somebody outside my house in a 

(HazMat) suit doing tests or something. I saw on the TV that our area was safe from (HazMat). Is this true? Did I receive the 

wrong information?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8606 D+4 - D+ - 2:25:01 p.m.

Fire department encounters (Quantity) 

(HazMat Exposure Rate and Location) 

outside publicly known contaminated areas

Phone Concerned Citizen (Neighboring County Health 

Department)

Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 4

Fire Department encounters (#)(HazMat 

Exposure Level) (HazMat) fields outside 

publicly released contaminated areas. "Fire 

Department responds to a house fire at (Street) 

and (Street) and encounters a (#)(HazMat 

exposure level) (HazMat) field at the fire's site. 

A safety coordinator contacts the (Municipality) 

Health Department to confirm that the reading is 

correct, and whether it is related to the 

(Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) event."

Fire Department contacts County/State Public 

Health. Then the State public health will request 

data products from (HazMat Assessment 

Organization).

There is a need to push awareness of full extent 

of (Mathematical/Statistical Model Defined 

Area) to decisionmakers.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Fire Department responds to a house fire at (Street) and (Street) and encounters a 

(#)(HazMat Exposure Level) (HazMat) field at the fire's site. A safety coordinator contacts the (Municipality) Health Department 

to confirm that the reading is correct, and whether it is related to the (Unconventional Terrorist Weapon) event." *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

 5472-01 D+2 - D+ - 5:00:01 a.m. (Joint Information Exchange) connection at 

the National Guard JOC goes down Phone JIEE administrator National Guard Common: 1. Planning 2

Connectivity through the National Guard JOCs 

(Information Exchange Connection) is lost for 

(timeframe).

Staff conducts alternate procedures to 

communicate with NGB.

The inject was added as a contingency because 

it will cause the alternate (Night Shift) to react 

and test continuity and procedures.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Information Exchange Connection) Administrator. You have just lost connectivity 

to the JOC through (Information Exchange Connection)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 4860-01 D+3 - D+ - 5:00:01 p.m.

(Public Transportation Company) reports 

to (Municipality) EOC regarding (HazMat 

Exposure) detected on (Public 

Transportation Mode)

Phone (Transportation Operations Center) EOC Respond: 15. Emergency Public 

Information and Warning 1

(Public Transportation Company) Operations 

Center reports that (Public Transportation 

Company) has been running dosimeters over 

the buses used for the equation. The vast 

majority of the buses are coming back with high 

contamination readings: between (Quantifiable 

Level) and (Quantifiable Level).

The city EOC will provide (Public 

Transportation Company) with instructions on 

how to best decontaminate the buses.

The (Municipality) has requested that (Public 

Transportation Company) support evacuation of 

citizens. (Public Transportation Company) 

agreed with the condition that operator safety 

must be ensured (Including Decontamination of 

Buses and Riders, and Security on the Buses). 

This issue has not been adequately addressed.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hi, this is _______. I'm here at the (Public Transportation Company) Ops Center. I'm getting 

reports from the depot that we've been running dosimeters over the buses used for the evacuation. The vast majority of these 

buses are coming back with contamination readings: a range of (Quantifiable Level) to (Quantifiable Level). What do you want us 

to do? How do you want us to proceed?" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

 2307-01 D+2 - D+ - 5:35:01 p.m.

(Neighboring State Municipality) Police 

Department offers (Municipality) police 

additional law enforcement resources

Phone (Municipality) Police Department (Municipal Police Department) Common: 2. Communications 13

(Municipality) Police Bureau receives a call 

from (Law Enforcement Faction from 

Neighboring State) PD requesting if 

(Municipality) Police Bureau needs additional 

help with Law Enforcement and if so, how many, 

what type

(Municipality) Police Bureau will route 

notification of additional assistance through 

(Municipality) OEM/(State) OEM.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "Hi, this is (Law Enforcement Rank) (Name) with the (Law Enforcement Faction from 

Neighboring State) PD. I'm calling regarding the incident in (Municipality) and was wondering if you needed any help. We have a 

lot of resources ready to roll. Just let me know what you need. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

4860 D+2 - D+ - 5:00:01 a.m.

(Public Transportation) employees request 

information about sheltering in place at 

(Local Building) 

Phone (Metropolitan Transportation 

District)

(Transportation Operations 

Center)

Respond: 3. Critical Resource 

Logistics and Distribution 1, 6

(Public Transportation Company) employees 

report sheltering in place at the (Local Building) 

building since (Time of Day). Employees 

request from information about evacuation and 

shelter in place. Inject will stimulate (Public 

Transportation Company) Operations Center 

requesting information about 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model Defined Area), 

(Adverse Location), and employee evacuation.

(Public Transportation Company) will contact 

(Emergency Communications Agency) 

regarding (Mathematical/Statistical Model 

Defined Area), (Adverse Location), employee 

safety, and shelter in place. Will assist with 

identification of employee welfare and safety. Do 

employees continue to shelter in place?

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

8614 D+4 - D+ - 2:47:01 p.m. Citizen with portable (HazMat) monitoring 

device calls the mayor directly Phone Concerned Citizen Mayor's Office Respond: 15. Emergency Public Information and Warning 15

The neighbor of the citizen who purchased the 

portable (HazMat) monitoring device and found 

the (HazMat) count that was validated by the fire 

department is a personal friend of the mayor. He 

contacted the mayor directly to inquire about this 

(HazMat) that was clearly outside the range 

specified in the press release. He wanted to 

know what the real story was and whether he 

needed to evacuate and whether his family was 

safe.

Have the mayor call the Unified Command and 

demand an answer to the size of the 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model Defined Area), 

mentioning the amount determined by the fire 

department.

Provide impetus for top officials to receive 

accurate (Mathematical/Statistical Model) 

modeling from the agencies that have this data. 

Provide information to top officials that suggests 

that the information provided by the EOCs on the 

(Mathematical/Statistical Model) modeling is 

not accurate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** “My name is (Name). I live in Apartment (Apartment #) at the (Apartment Complex Name) 

Apartment building in (Municipality) at (Street Address). I am staying with a friend that lives outside of the city, but I stopped back 

to grab some clothes and check on my apartment. I think my neighbor in (Neighboring Apartment Number) has left town with his 

(Pet) locked in the apartment. I haven’t seen his car in his spot since (Week Day). I am worried that he just left the (Pet) some 

food and water before he left town. The (Pet) keeps (Animal Noise) inside the apartment. It doesn’t seem like anybody has come by 

to let the (Pet) out or take care of it. He left his slider open, and the (Pet) has been going the bathroom on the deck. I’m really 

worried about the (Pet)’s health. I feel terrible for the poor creature. Plus, this can’t be sanitary to have the (Pet)’s waste coming 

through the wooden deck. Can you send somebody to let the (Pet) out of the apartment?” *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3618 D+2 - D+ - 11:00:01 a.m. (Local Municipality) declares emergency Phone (Neighboring County EOC) (Emergency Management 

Office) Respond: 2. EOC Management 5

The (Municipality) EOC requests assistance 

from the State to address sheltering within the 

county, including shelter population numbers 

and resource needs in shelters (Including 

Police, HazMat, and Decontamination 

Resources).

ECC Event Duty Officer processes declaration.

Coordinate Inject with (State)/SimCell. This 

Inject was developed as a contingency because 

injects for county-level EOC activation were not 

included in the MSEL

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is the (Municipality) EOC. We are declaring an emergency in (Municipality). We have 

received over (#) evacuees receiving shelter and requests from the city to establish shelters. This exceeds our resource 

capabilities and shelter capacity. Our phone number is (Phone Number)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

5130 D+3 - D+ - 10:00:01 a.m.

(Municipality) area hospitals call (Local 

Municipality Health Department) reporting 

employees not coming in to work

Phone (Business) (Neighboring County Health 

Department)

Respond: 12. Citizen Evacuation and 

Shelter-in-Place 8

Request for personnel based on current and 

projected staffing shortages. Requests will 

come from (Medical Center Name), (Medical 

Center Name) Health System, (Health Care 

Facility Name), and (Medical University 

Hospital Name).

Hospitals will submit detailed requests to the 

(Municipality) Health Department. 

(Municipality) Health Department will forward 

requirements up the ICS chain. (Municipality) 

Health Department will send the requests 

through EM to State ECC ESF (#) Desk. ECC 

will forward to Public Health AOC, who will 

determine if request will be filled in State and/or 

go through (Mutual Aid Organization) process. 

Expect confirmation that request has been filled.

Hospitals need to respond to current and 

projected staffing shortages during a major 

public health emergency such as a dirty bomb. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "This is (Medical Center Name) Hospital. A large number of our staff, mainly nurses and 

housekeeping, did not report to work today. We are operating in surge/emergency mode with an increased number of patients and 

severely reduced staffing ratios. We are projecting even higher absenteeism over the next few days. We are requesting that you 

locate (#) med/surge or (Hospital Department) trained (Medical Personnel) along with (#) (Non-medical Hospital Support Staff) 

staff. Expected duration of their assignment to our hospital is (Timeframe)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
MSEL NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE SEND FROM (Simulated) INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

0004-03 Tuesday- 20:15 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) White Noise 13

After speeding suspect is arrested and booked on outstanding arrest warrant, the 

suspect makes it known that s/he wants to provide police additional information 

regarding her/his recent drug conviction.

Arresting officer composes a report on the arrest and suspect's statements. S/He sends the evidence to the lab and calls in Narcotics to 

advise them of suspect's desire to provide additional information on her/his drug conviction.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** After speeding suspect is arrested and booked on outstanding arrest warrant, the suspect 

makes it known that s/he wants to provide police additional information regarding her/his recent drug conviction. Do not reply 

to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1042 Thursday- 22:43 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/5

(State) (Fusion Center [FC]). A (Municipality) based (Delivery Company) delivery 

driver has noticed an exponential increase in the pickup rate from a local (Ethnicity) 

(Gender) who is shipping overnight from the (International Country) Consulate in 

(Municipality). When the driver asked his/her fellow drivers about outgoing 

packages from the embassy, s/he is told that the (International Country) Embassy's 

outgoing international shipping has increased as well, but the recipient is all the 

same and seems to be a non-business destination in (International Country).

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Municipality) based (Delivery Company) delivery driver has noticed an exponential 

increase in pick-up rate from a local (Ethnicity) (Gender) who is shipping overnight to the (International Country) Consulate 

across town in (Municipality). When the driver asked her/his fellow driver about outgoing packages from the embassy, s/he is 

told that the (International Country) Embassy outgoing international shipping has increased as well, but the recipient is all the 

same and seems to be a non-business destination in (International Country). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-03 Wednesday- 17:30 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) Police Department receives information on the patrons and suspects 

arrested during the raid by (Municipality) Police Department on a prostitution 

operation. The (#) (Gender) were determined to be illegal aliens.

(Municipality) Police Department notifies ICE of the illegal residency status of (#) of the suspects picked up during the prostitution raid 

and request ICE conduct the interview of the illegal aliens.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Department receives information on the patrons and suspects 

arrested during the raid by (Municipality) Police Department on a prostitution operation. The (#) (Gender) were determined to 

be illegal aliens. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-09 Thursday- 14:30 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) Police Department receives additional information on the identities of 

the (#) (Gender) suspected of running the prostitution operation. The (Gender) are 

listed as suspected members of the (Criminal Organization) and have previous 

arrests for drug and prostitution activities in (Municipality). One suspect states that 

s/he was asked by his/her contacts in (Nearby Municipality) to offer services to truck 

drivers in exchange for large quantities of diesel fuel and pallets of fertilizer. S/He 

says s/he and his/her partner(s) used their clientele to find truckers who hauled 

these materials, but s/he did not know what was done with the materials. S/He states 

that the other suspect(s) was/were responsible for moving the fuel and fertilizer to 

(Nearby Municipality). The other suspect(s) refuse(s) to answer further questions.

(Municipality) Police Department provides (State) (FC), Field Intelligence Group (FIG)/Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) a report on 

the results of the raid of the prostitution operation in (Municipality). (Municipality) Police Department analysts review the results of all 

interviews and evidence found at the (Location) where the prostitution operation was being conducted. (State) (FC) assesses 

(Municipality) Police Department intelligence report to determine if additional analysis is required and/or additional briefs need to be 

developed.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Department receives additional information on the identities of the (#) 

(Gender) suspected of running the prostitution operation. The (Gender) are listed as suspected members of the (Criminal 

Organization) and have previous arrests for drug and prostitution activities in (Municipality). One of the (Gender) states that 

s/he was asked by her/his contacts in (Nearby Municipality) to offer services to truck drivers in exchange for large quantities 

of diesel fuel and pallets of fertilizer. S/He says s/he and his/her partner used their clientele to find truckers who hauled these 

materials but, s/he did not know what was done with the materials. S/He states that the other suspect was responsible for 

moving the fuel and fertilizer to (Nearby Municipality). The other suspect refuse to answer further questions. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0006-02 Tuesday- 19:30 (City) Fertilizer Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13/10

(Municipality) PD interviews the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store Owner 

about the burglary. The owner reports that s/he did not see anyone around when s/he 

opened the store and that the lock to the warehouse had been cut before s/he arrived. 

S/He also stated that the previous afternoon at about (Time), s/he caught a 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) walking in the back of the (Store Type) store. The owner asked 

the (Gender) what s/he was doing in the warehouse of the store, and s/he replied 

s/he was looking for a bathroom. The owner advised there was not a bathroom in the 

warehouse. The (Gender) was escorted to the front of the store. The owner stated 

that the (Gender) left the area in a (Color) (Vehicle) with another (Ethnicity) 

(Gender) driving. The store manager conducts a complete inventory and finds (#) 

bags of fertilizer and (#) bags of fertilizer were stolen.

(Municipality) PD notifies (Municipality) PD Criminal Intelligence Unit (CIU)/JTTF/ATF/(State) (FC) on the theft of a large amount of 

(Chemical Compound) due to the possibility of this being used to create an explosive device. (Municipality) PD Criminal Intelligence 

Unit/JTTF/ATF conducts an investigation of the theft of large amounts of (Chemical Compound) Fertilizer from (Business Name) Store.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD interviews the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store Owner about 

the burglary. The owner reports that s/he did not see anyone around when s/he opened the store and that the lock to the 

warehouse had been cut before s/he arrived. S/He also stated that the previous afternoon at about (time), s/he caught a 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) walking in the back of the (Store Type) store. The owner asked the (Gender) what s/he was doing in the 

warehouse of the store, and s/he replied s/he was looking for a bathroom. The owner advised there was not a bathroom in the 

warehouse. The (Gender) was escorted to the front of the store. The owner stated that the (Gender) left the area in a (Vehicle 

Color) (Vehicle) with another (Ethnicity) (Gender) driving. The store manager conducts a complete inventory and finds (#) 

bags of fertilizer and (#) bags of fertilizer were stolen. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007 Wednesday- 20:00 Suspicious Activity at the (Dam Name) Dam Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) Highway Patrol 3/5

(State) Highway Patrol Trooper was approached by a (Gender) who had been 

fishing on the lake early that morning. The fisherman reported suspicious activity 

during his/her last fishing trip to the area on (Date). The fisherman reported seeing 

(#) (Gender) in a (Boat Type) boat which was operating very close to the dam. S/He 

noted that they appeared to be taking a number of photographs of the dam from a 

variety of locations. S/He also advised that s/he observed the (Gender) the entire 

time they were on the lake and they never appeared to be fishing. The fisherman also 

stated that the (Gender) appeared to try to conceal what they were trying to do. The 

(Boat Type) boat appeared to be a rental from the (Rental Establishment).

(State) Highway Patrol Trooper conducts further investigation into the incident. (Agency) HQ contacts (Local Troop) Analyst and 

furnishes State Trooper’s report.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Highway Patrol Trooper was approached by a (Gender) who had been fishing on 

the lake early that morning. The fisherman reported suspicious activity during her/his last fishing trip to the area on (Date). 

The fisherman reported seeing (#) (Gender) in a (Boat Type) boat which was operating very close to the dam. S/He noted that 

they appeared to be taking a number of photographs of the dam from a variety of locations. S/He also advised that s/he 

observed the (Gender) the entire time they were on the lake and they never appeared to be fishing. The fisherman also stated 

that the (Gender) appeared to try to conceal what they were trying to do. The (Boat Type) boat appeared to be a rental from the 

(Rental Establishment). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1084 Tuesday- 0:30 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

A customer of (Local Mail Center) PO box facility in (Municipality), (State) advised 

via e-mail to (State) (FC) that s/he was approached by an individual as s/he was 

retrieving mail from his/her PO box. The (Race) (Gender) offered the concerned 

caller ($ Amount) cash to use his/her PO box for a (Period of Time) to receive 

correspondence from his/her family in (International Country). The caller stated that 

s/he thought it was strange and said no. After speaking with his/her spouse, s/he 

thought s/he should report it since the (Gender) saw the PO box number and 

probably his/her name when s/he retrieved his/her mail.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A customer of (Local Mail Center) PO box facility in (Municipality), (State) advised via email to (State FC) that s/he was approached by an individual as s/he was retrieving mail from her/his PO box. The (Race) 

(Gender) offered the concerned caller ($ Amount) cash to use her/his PO box for a (Period of Time) to receive 

correspondence from her/his family in (International Country). The caller stated that s/he thought it was strange and said no. 

After speaking with her/his spouse, s/he thought s/he should report it since the (Gender) saw the PO box number and 

probably her/his name when s/he retrieved her/his mail. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

005 Monday- 19:00 Family and Friends of the (Month/Year) Attack 

Victims media interview e-mail (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) (Terrorist Organization) 15 Victims print media interview Media lines from Depts. and Agencies There is no implementer and all e-mail injects must have a player AND (Recipient Email Address) as recipients.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (CITY) – The families and friends of those killed in (Period of Time) attacks in 

(International Countries) are calling on (Nation) to not forget the victims. Families and Friends of the (Victim Advocacy 

Group) spokesperson (Name), whose (Sibling) was killed in the truck bomb attack on the oil refinery in (International City), 

argued that by remembering the victims, (the Nation) can help prevent such attacks in the future. “Our group wants to ensure 

that the world does not forget the victims of these heinous attacks. By putting faces to these victims, such as my dear (Sibling) 

(Sibling's Name), we hope to prevent these kinds of things from ever happening again. We believe that by bringing attention 

to the losses we have all suffered, we can make a difference in how the world sees the victims,” (Name) said. “My son, (Son's 

Name), was just starting his life as an adult. To have the world ignore my loss and all the other losses would not be fair to his 

memory,” said (Parent's Name), the (Parent) of one of the (Nation) killed in the attack on the oil refinery in (International City 

#2). Senator (Senator's Name), head of the Senate Committee on Public Security, called on the federal government to 

immediately take action against (Terrorist Organization), the terrorist group claiming responsibility for the attacks. “If these 

are the guys that killed those (#) (Nation) in (International Country), and I’m on good authority to say that they are, the federal 

government should immediately smash any presence these murderers have in (Implementer City Country),” (Name) stated. 

“To do anything less than initiate a full investigation would be an insult to the families of those poor innocent (Nationality) 

victims.” EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

370430 Tuesday- 21:23 Suspicious Activity Near Bridge in (City) e-mail DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA)

DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA) White Noise 1/3

Suspicious activity reported in (Local Park) (City, State). At (Time) on (Date), (#) 

unidentified (Gender) were seen filming the Interstate Highway (#) Bridge crossing 

the (Body of Water) with a tripod mounted camera. The (Gender) appeared to be of 

(Ethnicity) origin and reportedly exited the (Public Space) driving a (Vehicle Color) 

(Vehicle Make). Partial (State) license plate (License Plate ID) observed. The 

bridge is actually several parallel bridges crossing the (Body of Water) at the same 

point. (#) of the bridges carriers vehicular traffic and (#) carry rail.

Field Intelligence Officer (FIO) - (State): (FIO Name) (FIO e-mail). Notify Transportation Security Operations (Center).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Suspicious activity reported in (Local Park) (City), (State). At (Time) on (Date), (#) 

unidentified (Gender) were seen filming the Interstate Highway (#) Bridge crossing the (Body of Water) with a tripod mounted 

camera. The (Gender) appeared to be of (Ethnicity) origin and reportedly exited the (Public Space) driving a (Vehicle Color) 

(Vehicle Make). Partial (State) license plate (License Plate ID) observed. The bridge is actually several parallel bridges 

crossing the (Body of Water) at the same point. (#) of the bridges carriers vehicular traffic and (#) carry rail. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

480000-02 Wednesday- 23:59 (Con) Follow-up interview about a possible 

attack on a chemical facility in (State) Telephone Private Citizen (State) (FC) 2/12/5

(State) (FC) contacts the concerned citizen who made the initial report. The 

concerned citizen responds by releasing further information, specifically citing (#) 

specific chemical facilities.

The concerned citizen shares more information and the State continues to refine the intelligence.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-up interview with concerned citizen reveals that s/he also noticed a couple printed 

out pieces of paper showing pictures of (Chemical Company A), (Chemical Company B), which also was located on a 

waterway, and (Chemical Company C). S/He also noticed multiple pictures of the facilities on the table. S/He didn’t mention it 

because s/he didn’t know what they were till s/he went home and researched it. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) 

(City), (State) (Zip Code) Spouse’s Name: (Spouse's Name) Education: (Level of Achieved Education), (College/University) 

Employment: (Place of Employment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: The names, addresses, institutions, and business names 

are all fictitious and used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480002-01 Tuesday- 23:00 (ExPA) DHS reports suspicious activity to the 

Healthcare surveillance coordination center Player Action DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) Private Sector 2/8/5 The (State FC) informs Federal Agencies of a possible attack on hospital facilities in (Municipality). DHS shares the information with appropriate parties. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (State FC) informs Federal agencies of a possible attack on hospital facilities in (Municipality). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480002-02 Tuesday- 1:50 (Con) Follow-up interview about a possible 

attack on hospital in (State) Player Action Private Citizen (State) (FC) 13/8 The (State) Police contact the concerned citizen who divulges further information regarding the hospital threat in (State). The State continues to refine the intelligence.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-up Interview: My name is (Name); I spoke to my (Spouse) who had a good 

description of the (#) individuals, (#) of the (Gender) had (Skin Color) skin, much like you would see in the (Region), s/he said 

they were about (Height) and weighed around (Weight). They (#) had (Hair Color) hair and (#) had a (Facial Feature). They 

were wearing very traditional dress, like you would see in (Region). Sorry, but that is all I have. Name: (Name) Address: 

(Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Education: (Level of Achieved Education), (College/University) Employment: 

(Place of Employment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: The names, addresses, institutions, and business names are all 

fictitious and used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1040 Monday- 18:35 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/5

On (Date) (Time) a representative of (Financial Institution) filed a Suspicious 

Activity Report (SAR) reporting that (Business) had sent ($ Amount) in outgoing 

wire transfers to individuals and businesses in (International Country), and 

(International Country #2). These transfers occurred during the first (#) months of 

(Year). Bank officials were contacted in these countries and stated approximately (# 

Percentage) of the funds were disseminated to nationals of (Ethnicity) descent 

residing in those countries.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP, possibly check via (Federal Money Laundering Agency)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** SAR, (Financial Institution) reported that (Business) have sent ($ Amount) in outgoing 

wire transfers during the past (#) months of (Year). These wire transfers were sent to both individuals and businesses in 

(International Country), (International Country #2) and (International Country #3). (Financial Institution) reports that when they 

spoke to the banks in those countries, (# Percentage) of the funds were ultimately disseminated to nationals of (Ethnicity) 

descent residing in those countries. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690013 Friday- 3:10 (International Country) Request for AntiTerrorism Screening Equipment e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) White Noise 7/15

The Government of (International Country) requests the United States Government 

provide antiterrorism screening equipment to enhance security at (International 

Country)'s ports of entry.

Department of State (DOS) Task Force (TF) will coordinate with appropriate bureaus to provide a response to this request. There is no player recipient in the implementer field and the message does not have a 

name attached to it.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Government of (International Country) requests the United States Government provide 

antiterrorism screening equipment to enhance security at (International Country)'s ports of entry. DOS TF Controller will email DOS TF the following e-mail. From: Embassy (Capital of International Country) Political officer To: DOS (Exercise) TF 

Subj: Government of (International Country) Request for antiterrorism screening equipment I recently received the attached 

request from the (International Country's Top Official's) office. The (International Country's Top Official) has asked Embassy 

(Capital of International Country) airport screening equipment to enhance (International Country)'s security. I would like to 

coordinate with (Appropriate Federal Office/Person) to fashion a response to the (International Country's Top Official's) 

request. Regards, Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0036-01 Tuesday- 16:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 13/5

Facility Security Officer at (International Energy Company) Refinery-(City) reports 

through a SAR of individuals taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. 

Suspects depart quickly when they see security guards approaching. Security 

guards did not get a good description of the individuals, but were able to get a 

vehicle description. Guard is convinced that s/he has seen the same vehicle and 

individuals several times over the past (Period of Time). Individuals are driving a 

late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type). It's (Vehicle Color) with (Wheel Type) 

wheels. The individuals are approximately (Height) and (Hair Color) hair. The 

individuals were wearing military style clothing/some sort of uniform that was 

(Color) in color. The uniform seemed to have a patch on the left sleeve that looked 

like it had a (State) state flag in it.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center Vehicle description needs to match with SARs from other targets.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Individual has been taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspect depart quickly 

when they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good description of the individual, but were able to 

get a vehicle description. Guard is convinced that s/he has seen the same vehicle and individual several times over the past 

(Period of Time). Individual is driving a late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type). It's (Vehicle Color) with (Wheel Type) 

wheels. The individual is approximately (Height) and has (Hair Color) hair. The individual was wearing military style 

clothing/some sort of uniform that was (Color) in color. The uniform seemed to have a patch on the left sleeve that looked like 

it had a (State) state flag in it. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0037-02 Thursday- 21:00 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) DHS / US Coast Guard District (#) White Noise 13/5

Coxswain from (#) foot (Size) boat assigned to USCG Sector (USCG Sector 

Name) reports several individuals wearing military-like uniforms have been 

apprehended. Individuals were aboard a (Boat Length) (Boat Color) (Make of Boat) 

near (International Energy Company) Refinery-(City). Individuals attempted to 

escape but were stopped just (Cardinal Direction) of (Point of Interest). The 

individuals have been identified as (Name) of (Another Municipality) and (Name #2). 

Both claim to be members of the (Name of State Militia) Militia and that they were on 

a mission from their "(Rank) of Intelligence." The (Rank)'s name is (Name) of 

(Address). They claim that they were on a routine training mission to "hone their 

skills to better prepare them to protect (State) from terrorists. The vehicle is towed 

to (Jurisdiction) Dock at (Point of Interest) and suspects were turned over to the 

(Municipality) PD.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Coxswain from (#) foot (Size) boat assigned to USCG Sector (USCG Section Name) 

reports several individuals wearing military-like uniforms have been apprehended. Individuals were aboard a (Boat Length) 

(Boat Color) (Make of Boat) near (International Energy Company) Refinery-(City). Individuals attempted to escape but were 

stopped just (Cardinal Direction) of (Point of Interest). The individuals have been identified as (Name) of (Municipality) and 

(Name). Both claim to be members of the (Name of State Militia) Militia and that they were on a mission from their "(Rank) of 

Intelligence." The (Rank)'s name is (Name) of (Address). They claim that they were on a routine training mission to "hone 

their skills to better prepare them to protect (State) from terrorists. The boat is towed to (Jurisdiction) Dock at (Point of 

Interest) and suspects were turned over to the (Municipality) PD. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0038-02 Tuesday- 23:59 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 13/5

(Municipality) PD runs the cleaning crew's names through the various data bases 

and finds that one of the (Gender) members of the (International Energy Company) 

cleaning team has a (Relative) that is a known member of the (City) Street Gang, 

(Criminal Organization), named (Name).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD runs the cleaning crew's names through the various data bases and 

finds that one of the (Gender) members of the (International Energy Company) Cleaning team has a (Relative) that is a known 

member of the (City) Street Gang, (Criminal Organization), named (Name). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0038-03 Wednesday- 15:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 13

(Municipality) PD dispatch a detective to interview (Name), a member of the 

cleaning team. When the detective arrives, s/he is immediately accosted by a 

(Gender) in her/his (Age Decade). The detective, upon identifying him/herself, is 

assaulted and the assailant then takes off running. The detective pursues the 

assailant and finally, with assistance, subdues the assailant and takes her/him into 

custody and transports her/him to the (Municipality) PD for interrogation.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD dispatch a detective to interview (Name), a member of the cleaning 

team. When the detective arrives, s/he is immediately accosted by a (Gender) in her/his (Age Decade). The detective, upon 

identifying her/himself, is assaulted and the assailant then takes off running. The detective pursues the assailant and finally, 

with assistance, subdues the assailant and takes her/him into custody and transports her/him to the (Municipality) PD for 

interrogation. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0033-01 Tuesday- 18:50 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 13/5

(International Energy Company) Facility Security Officer (FSO) is alerted by the 

main telephone answering person that they have received (#) separate phone calls 

over the last (#) work days from a (Gender) who claims to be a daycare manager. 

S/He has been asking for the (International Energy Company) "tanker schedule." 

S/He claims s/he wants to bring his/her young grade school children out to the 

(Municipality) Ship Channel and let them see a big tanker. The operator has told 

her/him each day that s/he has called that they do not provide that information. S/He 

has pleaded with the operator each time.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (International Energy Company) FSO is alerted by the main telephone answering person 

that they have received (#) separate phone calls over the last (#) work days from a (Gender) who claims to be a daycare 

manager. S/He has been asking for the (International Energy Company) "tanker schedule." S/He claims s/he wants to bring 

her/his young grade school children out to the (Municipality) Ship Channel and let them see a big tanker. The operator has 

told her/him each day that s/he has called that they do not provide that information. S/He has pleaded with the operator each 

time. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-09 Wednesday- 23:59 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell(s)) Cell Threat 

Information 13/12/5 (State) (FC) analysts tentatively identify photographs taken from the camera as being views of the (International Energy Company) Refinery in (City), (State). (State) (FC) notifies the appropriate agencies

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) (FC) analysts tentatively identify photographs taken from the camera as being views 

of the (International Energy Company) Refinery in (City), (State). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010-06 Friday- 1:00 Gun Theft/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell(s)) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

ATF identifies the third party client of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel 

affiliate as (Name), a (City) (Job Position) who lives at (Street Address). The 

information is forwarded to the (State) (FC) partners for additional information.

The (City) FBI Field Office confirms the identity of the third party client of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel affiliate as being 

(Name) and adds that (Name) has possible ties with the (Terrorist Organization) organization.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ATF identifies the third party client of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel affiliate as 

(Name), a (City) (Job Position) who lives at (Street Address). The information is forwarded to the (City) FBI Field Office for 

additional identification. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0070-01 Thursday- 15:30 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

(Business Establishment), (Street Address), (City), (State), (Zip Code) advised 

(Municipality) PD that a (Gender) came by on (Date) and contracted for (#) trucks 

for (Date). The individual paid cash. When asked what the trucks were going to be 

used for, s/he said that s/he had been contracted to evacuate the septic tanks 

throughout a particular neighborhood in (Area) that the manager knows doesn't 

have septic systems any longer because they were connected to the city's sewage 

system in (Year). The manager decided that he needed to call (Municipality) PD. 

The name given by the (Gender) making the purchases was (Name). The trucks 

were to be operated out of (Street Address), (City), (State), (Zip Code).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Business Establishment), (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) advised 

(Municipality) PD that a (Gender) came by on (Date) and contracted for (#) trucks for (Date). The individual paid cash. When 

asked what the trucks were going to be used for, s/he said that s/he had been contracted to evacuate the septic tanks 

throughout a particular neighborhood in (Area) that the manager knows doesn't have septic systems any longer because they 

were connected to the city's sewage system in (Year). The manager decided that he needed to call (Municipality) PD. The 

name given by the (Gender) making the purchases was (Name). The trucks were to be operated out of (Street Address) 

(City), (State) (Zip Code). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

020 Tuesday- 23:13 Alert Center distributes an anonymous report on 

suspicious activities in (International City) Telephone (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 1/15/5 The Alert Center sends anonymous report on suspicious activities involving a fast boat in (International City) to (International City's Country) Navy.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Alert Center sends anonymous report on suspicious activities involving a fast boat in 

(International City) to (International City's Country) Navy. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

021 Tuesday- 23:30

SRE report on increased law enforcement 

activity at US-(Bordering International Country) 

Border

e-mail (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15/5 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consulate informs Under Secretariat of North America on extraordinary Law Enforcement activities at the border.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consulate informs Under Secretariat of North America on 

extraordinary Law Enforcement activities at the border. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

022 Wednesday- 0:00 Detention of (Name) Telephone (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15/13

The (Naval Division) Naval region informs (International Country) Navy the 

detention of (Name) in (City in International Country) and her/his transfer to the 

National Immigration Institute.

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (Ranked Naval Officials) via telephone/pager *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** The (Naval Division) Naval region informs (International Country) Navy the detention of (Name) in (City in 

International Country) and her/his transfer to the National Immigration Institute. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0077-02 Tuesday- 19:30 Weapons Development Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State acronym] FC) 13/5

Manager at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) in (Location) reports that for the 

past (Period of Time) the same (Gender) has come in an purchased (Weight) of 

(Chemical Compound). S/He doesn't seem to be a (Agricultural Job Title) based on 

what s/he is wearing and drives. S/He's always in khakis and a polo shirt. What's 

even more strange is that this (Gender) drives a (Vehicle). S/He has always 

purchased it with a cash. The (Gender) is a foreigner with (Physical Attribute), kind 

of like a (Ethnicity), but her/his features aren't (Ethnicity). S/He's about (Height) 

weighing around (Weight) with (Hair Color) hair and (Eye Color) eyes. S/He's 

always alone.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Manager at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) in (Location) reports that for the past 

(Period of Time) the same (Gender) has come in an purchased (Weight) of (Chemical Compound). S/He doesn't seem to be 

a (Agricultural Job Title) based on what s/he is wearing and drives. S/He's always in khaki's and a polo shirt. What's even 

more strange is that this (Gender) drives a (Vehicle). S/He has always purchases it with a cash. The (Gender) is a foreigner 

with (Physical Attribute), kind of like a (Ethnicity), but her/his features aren't (Ethnicity). S/He's about (Height) weighing 

around (Weight) with (Hair Color) hair and (Eye Color) eyes. S/He's always alone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0077-03 Wednesday- 19:30 Weapons Development Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State acronym] FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

Manager at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) again writes in and says that the 

same (Gender) described earlier came in to buy (Weight) of (Chemical Compound) 

but this time paid with a credit card. S/He used a (Credit Card Type) with the 

following number: (Credit Card #) registered to a (Name).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Manager at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) again writes in and says that the same 

(Gender) described earlier came in to buy (Weight) of (Chemical Compound) but this time paid with a credit card. S/He used 

a (Credit Card Type) with the following number: (Credit Card #) registered to a (Name). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2001 Wednesday- 14:00 (City) Bureau of Engraving Telephone Intelligence Control Cell (ICC) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) 13

(Local Monetary Facility) security receives an anonymous package via U.S. mail. 

The package is addressed to the (Federal Monetary Agency) police department; no 

return address; and is post marked from (City), (State). Inside the package is a 

(Multimedia Disc). The (Multimedia Disc) is labeled "(Title/Label)".

(Local Monetary Facility) security reviews content of (Multimedia Disc). (Multimedia Disc) contains (Multimedia Feed) clips of (Local 

Monetary Facility) security operations and personnel. (Local Monetary Facility) security determines the (Multimedia Feed) was captured 

using non-(Federal Monetary Agency) owned filming.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Local Monetary Facility) security receives an anonymous package via U.S. mail. The 

package is addressed to the (Federal Monetary Agency) police department; no return address; and is post marked from 

(City), (State). Inside the package is a (Multimedia Disc). The (Multimedia Disc) is labeled "(Title/Label)". *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

040 Thursday- 14:00 Ministerial Federal Police transfer (Name), 

(Name #2) and (Name #3) to Attorney General Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The Ministerial Federal Police arrests and presents (Name), (Name #2) and (Name #3) to the Attorney General's Office.

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (Federal Crime Investigation Institution) player. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** Ministerial Federal Police transfer (Name), (Name #2) and (Name #3) to the Attorney General's Office. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

045 Friday- 6:50 Arrest of (Name) and (Name #2) Fax (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The Ministerial Federal Police informs Attorney General Office on (Name) and (Name) arrest and their possessions.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Ministerial Federal Police informs Attorney General Office on (Name) and (Name) 

arrest. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

044 Thursday- 17:40 Report on Analysis of (Name) cell phone Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 5/15 Under General Attorney informs Attorney General Office about results of the 

analysis of cell phones confiscated from (Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Under General Attorney informs Attorney General Office on results of the analysis of cell 

phones confiscated from (Name). *** EXERCISE ***EXERCISE ***

0014 Wednesday- 14:30 Suspicious Activity at (State) Casinos Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

acronym] IFC) White Noise 13/5

An employee at the (Casino Name) Casino near (City), (State) reported (#) 

(Gender) approached her/him and asked several questions about Casino Security 

and employment. The (Gender) indicated that they were interested in working in 

security at the casino and asked about numbers of guards, times of guard shift 

changes, and numbers of people who visit the casino at different times of year. The 

employee notified (Casino Name) Casino Security and the security reviewed video 

surveillance footage of the (Gender) that indicated that they had also taken 

numerous photos of security and access points and making notes. The (#) (Gender) 

arrived in a rental car. Casino security reported that surveillance footage from the 

previous week revealed that the (#) (Gender) had visited the casino (#) previously 

and had been driving around the parking lot and taking pictures. Casino Security 

supervisor notifies (Municipality) PD.

(Municipality) Police Department analysts run the license plate from the vehicle at the casino. (Municipality) PD contacts rental car 

facility and conducts interviews. (Municipality) PD contacts (State) IFC regarding surveillance of (Casino Name) Casino and provides a 

written report. (Municipality) PD analyst conducts appropriate indices checks regarding the vehicle and the individual who rented the 

rental vehicle. (State) IFC assesses the information in the (Municipality) PD Intelligence report and determines the need for any 

additional analysis. (State) IFC also assesses the need for the development of any additional briefs for law enforcement, public and 

private sector.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An employee at the (Casino Name) Casino near (City), (State) reported (#) (Gender) 

approached her/him and asked several questions about Casino Security and employment. The (Gender) indicated that they 

were interested in working in security at the casino and asked about numbers of guards, times of guard shift changes, and 

numbers of people who visit the casino at different times of year. The employee notified (Casino Name) Casino Security and 

the security reviewed video surveillance footage of the (Gender) that indicated that they had also taken numerous photos of 

security and access points and making notes. The (#) (Gender) arrived in a rental car. Casino security reported that 

surveillance footage from the previous week revealed that the (#) (Gender) had visited the casino (#) previously and had been 

driving around the parking lot and taking pictures. Casino Security supervisor notifies (Municipality) PD. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0040-01 Monday- 20:30 (Industrial Refinery Name) Petroleum e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 12/5

Facility Security Officer at (Industrial Refinery Name) reports through a SAR of 

individuals taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspect departs quickly 

when they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good 

description, but was able to get a vehicle description. Description of vehicle: 

(Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). Upon further questioning of the 

entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen over the last (Period of Time) 

almost every other day.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - US Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Facility Security Officer at (Industrial Refinery Name) reports through a SAR of individuals 

taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspect departs quickly when they see security guards approaching. Security 

guards did not get a good description, but was able to get a vehicle description. Description of vehicle: (Vehicle Color) 

(Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). Upon further questioning of the entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen over 

the last (Period of Time) almost every other day. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0041-07 Wednesday- 18:20 (Chemical Company Name) Chemicals (White 

Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 5

An individual identifying her/himself as a student at the (College/University) 

contacts the (County) Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the 

County's preparedness and response capability with respect to the State of (State) 

Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of [State] 

Emergency Plan). OEM officer was concerned because the questions were much 

more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the 

information, the individual was evasive. Individual refused to give her/his name.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - US Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An individual identifying herself/himself as a student at the (College/University) contacts 

the (County) Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the County's preparedness and response capability with 

respect to the State of (State) Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of [State] Emergency Plan). 

OEM officer was concerned because the questions were much more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he 

needed the information, the individual was evasive. Individual refused to give her/his name. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1028-01 Wednesday- 19:38 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 4/10

The (Municipality) Fire Department, near (City), responded to a brush fire in the 

desert (Coordinated Direction) of (Dam Name) Dam. The first responders onscene 

suspect the fire was caused by some incendiary device and request ITLO.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Municipality) Fire Department, near (City), responded to a brush fire in the desert 

(Coordinated Direction) of (Dam Name) Dam. The first responders onscene suspect the fire was caused by some incendiary 

device, and request ITLO. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1019 Wednesday- 16:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

A verbal report was passed to the local ILO from a gang activity detective. A 

detective from the Interagency Gang Task Force called the ILO and advised her/him 

that her/his CRI from the “(Gang Name)” related information that s/he had heard as 

second hand information. S/He was told that a “newbie” going through initiation, had 

told another member that the (Hate Group) are talking with terrorist organizations in 

doing a big action like the one in (City). S/He didn’t have any other details.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A verbal report was passed to the local ILO from a gang activity detective. A detective from 

the Interagency Gang Task Force called the ILO and advised her/him that her/his CRI from the “(Gang Name)” related 

information that s/he had heard as second hand information. S/He was told that a “newbie” going through initiation, had told 

another member that the (Hate Group) are talking with Terrorist Organizations in doing a big action like the one in (City). 

S/He didn’t have any other details. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480003 Wednesday- 17:00 White Noise: Possible attack on a (Lodging 

Establishment) in (State) Telephone Private Citizen (State) Information Fusion Center ([State acronym]IFC) White Noise 5

A waiter of a (City), (State) restaurant overhears a conversation involving a possible 

attack on a (Lodging Establishment). The waiter contacts the (State) Information 

Fusion Center with the report.

The State investigates the threat, eventually sending the information to a Federal Agency. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) and (Place of Employment) are fictitious 

organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name); I work at (Place of Employment) in (City). I was waiting on this table of 

(# and Gender of Applicable Patrons); I believe s/he was a (Spouse) of one of the (Patrons). When I brought them their dinner 

the conversation they were having came to an abrupt stop. That made me curious so I tried to listen in a little and heard them 

mention several times that (Lodging Establishments) are the perfect place to strike fear into people, like (International City 

Having Recently Experienced Similar Attack). The group was all (Race); the (#) (Gender) were all slender and had 

(Stereotypical Ethnic Appearance/Feature). (#) (Gender) was (Height) with (Hair Color) hair; s/he seemed to be the elder. 

The other (#) were young, around (Age Range) years old, (Hair Color) hair. They all wore sunglasses and the (Gender) was 

wearing (Clothing Type). S/He was probably in her/his (Age Decade) but I couldn’t see anything else. I hope this is helpful. 

Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) Education: (Level of Achieved Education) Employment: (Place of 

Employment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) and (Place of Employment) are fictitious organizations used for 

exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0042-02 Tuesday- 17:00 (Chemical Company) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/5

(Chemical Company) Facility Security Officer reports a small boat entered the 

(City) Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Boat Color) (Boat Type). 

It appeared (Gender(s)) of (Ethnicity) decent were taking pictures. Vessel departed 

area before they could be engaged by authorities.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - US Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Chemical Company) Facility Security Officer reports a small boat entered the (City) 

Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Boat Color) (Boat Type). It appeared (Gender(s)) of (Ethnicity) decent 

were taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by authorities. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** *** EXERCISE ***

0042-05 Tuesday- 20:50 (Chemical Company) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 12/5

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Chemical Company) and explains 

s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national 

importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about 

types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions about 

security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller 

immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his name even 

after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - US Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Chemical Company) and explains s/he is a 

student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller 

has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions about security. 

When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but 

did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0042-06 Thursday- 20:00 (Chemical Company) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 5

Security Official at the (Chemical Company) noticed several individuals watching 

the facility from the public road at various times of the day for the past (Period of 

Time). S/He realized that it was the same individuals although the vehicles they 

were in were different. When s/he approached them, the vehicle quickly departed and 

s/he did not get the license plate. It was a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle 

Model) (Vehicle Type) with some sort of logo on both doors.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Security Official at the (Chemical Company) noticed several individuals watching the 

facility from the public road at various times of the day for the past (Period of Time). S/He realized that it was the same 

individuals although the vehicles they were in were different. When s/he approached them, the vehicle quickly departed and he 

did not get the license plate. It was a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type) with some sort of logo 

on both doors. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0042-07 Wednesday- 18:20 (Chemical Company) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 4/5

An individual identifying himself as a student at the (College/University) contacts the 

(County) Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the County's 

preparedness and response capability with respect to the State of (State) 

Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of (State) 

Emergency Plan). OEM officer was concerned because the questions were much 

more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the 

information, the individual was evasive. Individual refused to give her/his name.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An individual identifying himself as a student at the (College/University) contacts the 

(County) Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the County's preparedness and response capability with 

respect to the State of (State) Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of [State] Emergency Plan). 

OEM officer was concerned because the questions were much more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he 

needed the information, the individual was evasive. Individual refused to give her/his name. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

Tier I Prevention-Based National Level Exercise (NLE)

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
0043-03 Thursday- 13:00 (Packing Industry) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 5

(Packing Industry) Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) Coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the 

Facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent but would not give her/his name. The 

name shows up on no watch lists or LE databases.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center - FBI JTTF

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The LEPC Coordinator for the (Packaging Industry) reports about a telephone request for 

copies of Risk Management Plans for the Facility. The requestor had a (Ethnicity) accent but would not give her/his name. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0044-04 Monday- 18:30 (Agricultural Industry), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13/5

A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Agricultural Industry), (City) Facility 

driving a delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry by the Security Officer at the 

entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, he refused and immediately turned 

around and drove away. S/He tried to avoid being stopped and further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Agricultural Industry), (City) Facility driving a 

delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry by the Security Officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, he refused 

and immediately turned around and drove away. S/He tried to avoid being stopped and further questioned. Do not reply to this 

e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

960000-01 Monday- 13:00 Full transcript of (Terrorist Organization) 

Responsibility Statement posted on VNN.com VNN Virtual News Network (VNN) Virtual News Network (VNN) (Terrorist Organization) 15

(Terrorist Organization) ([Terrorist Organization Acronym]) posted a statement on 

an (Terrorist Organization Acronym) Forum (Terrorist Organization Forum Web 

site) over the weekend claiming responsibility for bombing the (Facility) off the coast 

of (International Country) on (Date), as well as the attacks on oil refineries and 

pipelines in (International Countries Bombed) on (Date). VNN posts the full 

transcript of the (Terrorist Organization) Responsibility Statement on VNN.com.

Federal Public Affairs Officers and Federal officials respond to the (Terrorist Organization) responsibility statement.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** In a posting on the (Terrorist Organization) Forum at (Terrorist Organization Forum Web 

site) during the weekend, (Name) claimed responsibility on behalf of (Terrorist Organization) for the (Date) attack on an oil 

production platform off the coast of (International Country) and the (Date) attacks in (Continent). Part of the posting appeared 

in (Language) and part in English. A translation obtained by VNN.com follows. "(Statement Referencing Religious Beliefs, 

Fundamentals, Doctrine, and History. Attacks on international nations in response to dichotomous religious beliefs with 

threats of impending attacks. Publishing of relevant information on terrorist/extremist media networks). [For example: "In a 

posting on the El-Zahir Forum at www.ez.com/vb during the weekend, Alim badi al-Zaman claimed responsibility on behalf of 

El-Zahir for the June 3 attack on an oil production platform off the coast of Nigeria and the June 8 attacks in Europe. Part of 

the posting appeared in Arabic and part in English. A translation obtained by VNN.com follows. "Praise be to Allah, lord of the 

worlds, and may the prayers and peace be upon the imam of the righteous; our Prophet Muhammad, his family, companions, 

and followers of ihsaan until Judgment Day. As to what follows: "This is a response against the Crusaders' destruction of our 

nation, Jews and all enemy aggressors, and it is in defense of the religion and the blood of the Muslims and their land and 

honor. "This is an implementation of the Quranic verse: 'And [as for] those who insult the messenger of Allah, they shall have 

a painful punishment.' [9:61] "The mujahedeen of El-Zahir implemented martyrdom operations against a vessel off the coast of 

Nigeria on June 3 and oil refineries and pipelines in Belgium, Holland and France on June 8. The disbelievers and apostates 

thought their oil operations were safe from retaliation but have been proven dreadfully wrong. Soon we will publish the relevant 

information in Qaa'idah al-Jihaad's media -- if Allah wills -- as well as the brothers who did the martyrdom operations, may 

Allah's mercy be upon them. "We congratulate the Muslim nation for this success against the enemies of Allah -- the 

Americans -- as this shows the significant role played by the mujahedeen who participated in preparing the operation; they 

have religious zeal and [positive] jealousy in the religion. "All honor belongs to Allah, his messenger, and the believers, but 

the hypocrites know not."])" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014-05 Monday- 22:35 Stolen Fertilizer e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 A PSA is provided to the media soliciting any information the public may have concerning the theft of fertilizer. Anyone with information is instructed to call 911. The FBI and ATF become involved in the case to provide assistance and resources.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Date) at (Time) hrs: A PSA was provided to the media soliciting any information the 

public may have concerning the theft of fertilizer. Anyone with information was instructed to call their local law enforcement or 

(State) (FC). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-09 Tuesday- 17:30 (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 1/5

(Marine Transportation Company) (Barge Fleeting Area), (City) Facility Security 

Officer reports a small boat entered the Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat 

Length) (Color) (Boat Make) (Boat Model). It appeared (Gender) of (Ethnicity) 

decent were taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by 

authorities.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Marine Transportation Company)(Barge Fleeting Area), (City) Facility Security Officer 

reports a small boat entered the Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Color) (Boat Make) (Boat Model). It 

appeared (Gender) of (Ethnicity) decent were taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by 

authorities. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-11 Thursday- 20:20 (Marine Transportation company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13/5

A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry by 

the security officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused 

and immediately turned around and drove away. Her/his departure was very reckless. 

S/he was trying to avoid being stopped and further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry at the Security Officer at the entrance gate. 

When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and immediately turned around and drove away. Her/his departure was very 

reckless. S/he was trying to avoid being stopped and further questioned. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1033 Wednesday- 22:25 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13 TSC report on (Name) arrested during a during an illegal firearms sting in (City), 

with a TIDE hit. Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A subject on the terror watch list was arrested along with unrelated criminal suspects 

during an illegal firearms sting. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1034 Tuesday- 12:30 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 10/5

The CEO of (Refining Company) in (City), received a letter warning of violence to 

her/him and her/him company if gas prices continue to increase while oil is being 

stored to increase the price of crude and gasoline.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The CEO of (Refining Company) in (City), received a letter warning of violence to her/him 

and her/his company if gas prices continue to increase while oil is being stored to increase the price of crude and gasoline. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1035 Thursday- 13:45 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 5

An individuals' handwritten journal was left on a (Bus Company) bus from (City) to 

(City) was located by the bus driver while cleaning up the bus after all passengers 

were off the bus. Writing in the Journal was in (Foreign Language) and in English. 

The writing on several pages in (Foreign Language) discussed methods of 

attacking and defending the US financial system via the internet. The book was 

turned over to the (Municipality) PD officer that took the report.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A journal found on a bus by a passenger contains (Foreign Language) writing discussing 

methods of attacking the US financial system. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0035-01 Wednesday- 15:00 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 1/12/5

Sheriff Deputy on patrol noticed a small, single-engine civilian airplane flying over 

and circling the (City) (International Energy Company) Refinery. It was (Color), but 

s/he could not read the tail marking. It approached from the (Cardinal Direction) and 

departed to the (Cardinal Direction)

LE notify FFA/TSA and attempt to identify and locate the aircraft. Should also contact the facility security officer about the incident. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Sheriff Deputy on patrol noticed a small, single-engine civilian airplane flying over and 

circling the (City) (International Energy Company) Refinery. It was (Color) but s/he could not read the tail marking. It 

approached from the (Cardinal Direction) and departed to the (Cardinal Direction) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-01 Wednesday- 20:30 Suspicious Activity at the (City) Dam Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 1/13/5

(Municipality) Lake Patrol contacts boat rental facility and follows up on the reported 

suspicious activity on (Lake Name) Lake. The (Municipality) Lake Patrol Trooper 

conducts appropriate investigation including an interview with the boat rental 

manager. The manager states that a pontoon boat was rented on the evening of 

(Date) to (#) (Ethnicity) (Gender). The (Gender) rented the boat with a (State) DL 

and credit card. The boat rental manager stated that the (Gender) seemed 

somewhat suspicious in that they asked a number of questions about lake usage and 

Lake Patrol but, not about fishing spots and only wanted to use the boat for one night. 

The (Gender) returned the boat before the boat rental facility was open and left the 

keys in it.

(Municipality) sends an investigator to boat rental facility to conduct follow up interview with boat rental manager. (Municipality) Lake 

Patrol Trooper submits the results of investigation of boat rental to (Municipality). (Municipality) Analyst initiates inquires regarding DL 

and credit card used to rent (Boat Type) boat at (Lake Name) Lake and forwards results to (State) FC/FIG/JTTF.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Lake Patrol contacts boat rental facility and follows up on the reported 

suspicious activity on (Lake Name) Lake. The (Municipality) Lake Patrol Trooper conducts appropriate investigation including 

an interview with the boat rental manager. The manager states that a pontoon boat was rented on the evening of (Date) to (#) 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) . The (Gender) rented the boat with an (State) DL and credit card .The boat rental manager stated that 

the (Gender) seemed somewhat suspicious in that they asked a number of questions about lake usage and Lake Patrol but, not 

about fishing spots and only wanted to use the boat for one night. The (Gender) returned the boat before the boat rental facility 

was open and left the keys in it. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0078-01 Thursday- 13:00 Weapons Development Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Threat 

Information 5

I was at the (Retail Establishment) last night in (City), (State) about (Time) when I 

observed something really strange. A bunch of (Gender) made an "18-Wheeler" 

truck transfer in the (Retail Establishment) parking lot. Now that may not seem 

strange to you, but I drove a big rig like that for (#) years and these (Gender) 

weren't truckers. On top of that, no one does a transfer in the (Retail Establishment) 

parking lot, especially if they are continuing (Cardinal Direction) toward (City). It's 

too hard to get back on the highway, especially with all of this construction and I 

watched them go through all of that and then drive (Cardinal Direction). I didn't get 

the license plate number other than it came from (State) and the only thing 

remarkable about these drivers - other than they weren't truckers - was that I noticed 

on the arm of one of the (Gender) continuing (Cardinal Direction) that s/he had a 

big (Tattoo Image) tattoo on his/her left upper arm.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** I was at the (Retail Establishment) last night in (City), (State) about (Time) when I 

observed something really strange. A bunch of (Gender) made an "18-Wheeler" truck transfer in the (Retail Establishment) 

parking lot. Now that may not seem strange to you, but I drove a big rig like that for (#) years and these (Gender) weren't 

truckers. On top of that, no one does a transfer in the (Retail Establishment) parking lot, especially if they are continuing 

(Cardinal Direction) toward (City). It's too hard to get back on the highway, especially with all of this construction and I 

watched them go through all of that and then drive (Cardinal Direction). I didn't get the license plate number other than it 

came from (State) and the only thing remarkable about these drivers - other than they weren't truckers - was that I noticed on 

the arm of one of the (Gender) continuing (Cardinal Direction) that s/he had a big (Tattoo Image) tattoo on her/his left upper 

arm. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45Z003 Monday- 12:00 (Suspected Terrorist) Fingerprints Captured in 

Warehouse Memorandum DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International City) DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center (SIOC) 15/5

(International Country) authorities raid a warehouse in (International City), 

(International Country) on (Date). (#) questioned fingerprints are collected from the 

warehouse. Once processed by (Municipality) authorities, the (#) questioned prints 

are then provided to the LEGAT in (International City) for possible identification.

Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico, would conduct analysis and query IAFIS database. Results of initial analysis and database 

search on (#) questioned fingerprints should be provided to CT Watch / FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database 

search from FBI controller. If asked, controller reports there are (#) matches in the FBI / IAFIS database. In IAFIS, (Submitted 

Fingerprint Code #1) matches the questioned print (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint 

Code #2) matches the print (Known Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). Specific identities of these (#) individuals remain 

unknown. After receiving this information, the FBI player should share this information and (#) questioned fingerprints with US VISIT 

players for further analysis. Assuming the FBI player sends the fifteen sets of prints to US VISIT, US VISIT players should then run a 

database search in IDENT. US VISIT player should request results of a database search from the US VISIT controller. If asked, 

controller reports there are three matches in the IDENT database. Similar to IAFIS, IDENT confirms that (Submitted Fingerprint Code 

#1) matches the questioned print (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) also 

matches the print (Known Fingerprint Code # 2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). Specific identities of these (#) individuals remain unknown. 

The Controller also reports that there is a match on (Submitted Fingerprint #3) with (Known Fingerprint Code #3) (FIN # [FIN #]). 

(Known Fingerprint Code #3) prints belong to (Suspected Terrorist #3). Identity and basic information should be provided to US VISIT 

players at this time.

US VISIT received (#) fingerprints from the FBI SIOC/CT Watch that were originally 

obtained during a raid on a warehouse by (International Country) authorities in 

(International City), (International Country) on (Date). The US VISIT analysis and 

query of the latent fingerprints through the IDENT database returned with positive 

results for 3 of the (#) sets of fingerprints. According to records retrieved from US 

VISIT’s IDENT database, 2 of the matches revealed no specific identities. The third 

fingerprint was matched to a (Name). (Name) was fingerprinted (Date) when s/he 

made a visit to the United States. ***Confidential Information*** US VISIT analysis 

also revealed (Name) information is related to an asylum claim. Due to the 

heightened state of awareness throughout the intelligence and law enforcement 

communities after the recent terrorist attacks in (Month), (Fingerprint Analyst) 

ensured all (Number) latent fingerprints were added to the IDENT database and 

added to the watch list. In addition, (Fingerprint Analyst) responded back to the FBI 

with the findings from the IDENT database query and informed the NTC as well.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The FBI LEGAT in (International City) provides the CT Watch / FBI SIOC and Latent 

Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico with the (#) questioned fingerprints. These prints are identified as: (Submitted 

Fingerprint Code(s)). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014-03 Monday- 20:35 Stolen Fertilizer e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/5

(Date) (Time). (Municipality) PD Det. (Name) interviews the (Agricultural Retail 

Establishment) Owner (Name) about the burglary. (Name) has no suspects and no 

surveillance system video. A complete inventory was conducted and (#) bags of (# 

Percentage) (Chemical Compound) and (#) bags of (Fertilizer Brand) fertilizer 

were stolen. Detective (Name) checks the surrounding businesses for surveillance 

systems or CCTV and witnesses. Detective (Name) requests the night shift 

detective conduct a canvass of the area after (Time) and several times during the 

night at the surrounding businesses to locate any witnesses or additional 

information. Detective (Name) locates the criminal trespass report from (Date) at 

the (Agricultural Retail Establishment). Detective (Name) requests (State) (FC) 

assist with locating other field interview reports, violators ticketed in the area of the 

(Agricultural Retail Establishment) and any (Ethnicity) (Gender) ticketed or stopped 

during the time frame of the burglary. Detective (Name) contacts the auto theft 

detectives about what make and model vehicles have the (Tire Make) (Tire Model) 

tires as observed by the reporting officer and photographed. The night shift 

detective stops by the (Municipality) PD Midnight shift patrol show up to advise of 

the theft and request information if any of the officers had any sources in the area or 

may have seen anything remotely out of the ordinary around the burglary location. no 

other leads developed. 

Detective conducts information gathering and notifications of the fertilizer thefts.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Date) (Time). (Municipality) PD Det. (Name) interviews the (Agricultural Retail 

Establishment) Owner (Name) about the burglary. (Name) has no suspects and no surveillance system video. A complete 

inventory was conducted and (#) bags of (# Percentage) (Chemical Compound) and (#) bags of (Fertilizer Brand) fertilizer 

were stolen. Detective (Name) checks the surrounding businesses for surveillance systems or CCTV and witnesses. 

Detective (Name) requests the night shift detective conduct a canvass of the area after (Time) and several times during the 

night at the surrounding businesses to locate any witnesses or additional information. Detective (Name) locates the criminal 

trespass report from (Date) at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment). Detective (Name) requests (State) (FC) assist with 

locating other field interview reports, violators ticketed in the area of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) and any 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) ticketed or stopped during the time frame of the burglary. Detective (Name) contacts the Auto theft 

detectives about what make and model vehicles have the (Tire Make) (Tire Model) tires as observed by the reporting officer 

and photographed. The night shift detective stops by the (Municipality) PD Midnight shift patrol show-up to advise of the theft 

and request information if any of the officers had any sources in the area or may have seen anything remotely out of the 

ordinary around the burglary location. no other leads developed. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-05 Wednesday- 16:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

(Municipality) PD investigators receive return on (Neighboring State Driver's 

License #). License contains a picture of the driver, the name (Name), address 

(Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code). The DOB on the license is (Date of 

Birth). Physical description was Ht: (Height), Eyes: (Eye Color).

(Municipality) PD investigator requests ID check from (Neighboring State Municipality) PD.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD investigators receive return on ([Neighboring] State) ([Neighboring 

State] License #). License contains a picture of the driver, the name (Name), address (Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip 

Code). The DOB on the license is (Date of Birth). Physical description was Ht: (Height), Eyes: (Eye Color). *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

470001-1 Wednesday- 13:10

(State) (FC) Request for Incident Awareness 

and Assessment Coverage Along the (State) 

Border

e-mail (State) (FC) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) 13/5

(State) (FC) request for Incident Awareness and Assessment (IAA) coverage to 

monitor the following (State)/(International Country) border areas: (Name/City) 

State Park, (City), (State) and (City) regions for (Dates)

CBP/Border Patrol Agent assigned to the Joint Operations Intelligence Center (State) (FC) provides information on "potential" Pred-B 

coverage.

Locations/dates of border crossings provided via reports from (Ethnicity) authorities 

who arrested (Suspected Terrorist) near the US border on (Date).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) (FC) request for Incident Awareness and Assessment (IAA) coverage to monitor 

the following (State)/(International Country) border areas: (Name/City) State Park, (City), (State) and (City) regions for 

(dates). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE...This is the (State) (FC). Our office needs 

information on the availability of CBP assets (Pred - B) to provide coverage along (State)/(Country) border from (Dates). 

Specific areas are (Name/City) State Park, (City), (State) and (City) regions. Also, assuming that CBP is unable to provide 

coverage due to higher priority missions, request that the (State) region DHS State and Local Program rep be contacted for 

further assistance; reachback into the DHS Intelligence Enterprise (National Operations Center and Crisis Action Team) to 

determine what additional remote sensing capabilities are available during this timeframe. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1015 Wednesday- 20:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

(Municipality) Police Officers arrested a DMV employee for selling false driver's 

licenses in exchange for money. It is reported that he sold these licenses for up to ($ 

Amount) CAD each resulting in (#) individuals purchasing the fake licenses. All (#) 

IDs have been recovered. Those that bought the licenses were in their (Age 

Decade) but one individual is a (#)-year old (Gender) named (Name).

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Municipality) Police Officers arrested a DMV employee for selling false driver's licenses 

in exchange for money. It is reported that he sold these licenses for up to ($ Amount) CAD each resulting in (#) individuals 

purchasing the fake licenses. All (#) IDs have been recovered. Those that bought the licenses were in their (Age Decade) but 

one individual is a (#)-year old (Gender) named (Name). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0015-01 Thursday- 22:15 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 10/5

(Municipality) Sheriffs Office is currently at (Street Address) regarding the 

complaint of the strong diesel smell. Deputy (Name) arrived at (Time) and has 

made contact with the complainant, (Name). While talking with (Name), Deputy 

(Name) noticed a strong odor of diesel emanating from across the street. The 

Deputy (Name) followed the odor across the street to a warehouse building with no 

visual address; however, s/he advised dispatch that s/he believes the address is 

(Street Address). Deputy (Name) knocked on the door but there was no answer. 

S/He then noticed several vehicles parked near the front of the warehouse building 

and several (Size) delivery type trucks in the fenced-in area. The vehicles’ license 

plates were provided to dispatch to locate an owner to call about the diesel spill 

inside the warehouse building. Dispatch advised that the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle 

Make) (Vehicle Model), (State) (License Plate ID), a (Vehicle Color #2) (Vehicle 

Make #2) (Vehicle Model #) (State) (License Plate ID) and a (Vehicle Color #3) 

(Vehicle Make #3) (Vehicle Model #3), (State) (License Plate ID), the (Vehicle 

Make) (Vehicle Model) returned a Terrorist Screening Center Hit (Simulated Hit). 

(Municipality) SO Detectives are enroute to relieve Deputy (Name) and to maintain 

surveillance on the vehicles and warehouse building. Detectives will be stationed in 

the parking lot of the (#) block of (Street Name) observing in-coming and out-going 

vehicles.

(Municipality) PD dispatches an Deputy to (Street Address) to contact the caller about the diesel odor. The officer arrives onscene ~ 

(Time) and makes contact with the caller, (Name). While talking with (Name), Deputy (Name) notices the odor of diesel also. The Deputy 

turns to face the wind and can smell the diesel odor emanating from across the street. The officer follows the odor across the street 

toward a (Color) metal building with a fence on the left side and a (Color) rollup door on the right and an entry door on the left. There is 

no address on the building and advises dispatch that he believes the diesel is from the (#) building from the corner of (Street Name) and 

(Street Name), possible (Street Address) S/He notices a several vehicles parked near the front of the building and several (Size) 

delivery type trucks in the fenced in area.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (Municipality) Sheriff's Office is currently at (Street Address) regarding the 

complaint of the strong diesel smell. Deputy (Name) arrived at (Time) and has made contact with the complainant, (Name). 

While talking with (Name), Deputy (Name) noticed a strong odor of diesel emanating from across the street. The Deputy 

(Name) followed the odor across the street to a warehouse building with no visual address; however, s/he advised dispatch 

that s/he believes the address is (Street Address). Deputy (Name) knocked on the door but there was no answer. S/He then 

noticed several vehicles parked near the front of the warehouse building and several (Size) delivery type trucks in the fencedin area. The vehicles’ license plates were provided to dispatch to locate an owner to call about the diesel spill inside the 

warehouse building. Dispatch advised that the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), (State) (License Plate ID), a 

(Vehicle Color #2) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #2) (State) (License Plate ID #2) and a (Vehicle Color #3) (Vehicle 

Make #3) (Vehicle Model #3), (State) (License Plate ID #3), the (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) returned a Terrorist 

Screening Center Hit (Simulated Hit). (Municipality) SO Detectives are en route to relieve Deputy (Name) and to maintain 

surveillance on the vehicles and warehouse building. Detectives will be stationed in the parking lot of the (#) block of (Street 

Name) observing in-coming and outgoing vehicles. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0040-03 Tuesday- 13:25 (National Energy Company) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 5

(National Energy Company) LEPC coordinator reports on telephone requests for 

copies of RMP from the facility. Requester had an (International Country) accent, 

but gave an American name. Her/His name was (Name). The name shows up on no 

watch lists or LE data bases.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - US Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (National Energy Company) LEPC coordinator reports on telephone requests for copies of 

RMP from the facility. Requester had an (International Country) accent, but gave an American name. Her/His name was 

(Name). The name shows up on no watch lists or LE data bases. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0043-05 Tuesday- 20:50 (Packaging Industry) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 12/5

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Packaging Industry) and explains 

s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national 

importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about 

types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions about 

security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller 

immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his name even 

after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - US Coast Guard - National Response Center - FBI JTTF

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Packaging Industry) and explains s/he is a 

student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller 

has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions about security. 

When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but 

did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0053-02 Thursday- 18:00 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 12/1/5

During interrogation, (Name) provides the following information: It is verified that 

s/he is a member of the (State) Militia. S/He is their intelligence officer. S/He 

admits that her/his subordinates whom s/he lists by name have been out conducting 

surveillance on various (Type of Energy) plants along the ship channel and coast up 

to (City), as well as, the ship channel itself. There was no intent to attack any of 

these facilities. They were merely gathering data so that they could assist in 

protecting them when the time came. S/He then began to spout thoughts about how 

the Federal Government was incapable of protecting (State) and its valuable 

infrastructure. Only the militia could do that.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During a (Municipality) PD interrogation of (Name), s/he provided the following 

information: It is verified that s/he is a member of the (State) Militia. S/He is their intelligence officer. S/He admits that her/his 

subordinates whom s/he lists by name have been out conducting surveillance on various (Type of Energy) plants along the 

ship channel and coast up to (City), as well as, the ship channel itself. There was no intent to attack any of these facilities. 

They were merely gathering data so that they could assist in protecting them when the time came. S/He then began to spout 

thoughts about how the Federal Government was incapable of protecting (State) and its valuable infrastructure. Only the 

Militia could do that. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0053-03 Thursday- 20:00 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 12/1/5

When pressed, (Name) provide data on why and how they were executing the recon 

and surveillance of the ship channel and the various (Type of Energy) facilities, 

(Name) began to discuss the fact that they had found a "sugar daddy" that was not 

only paying for that work, but the extra money was going to be able to fund many 

other things that the Militia wants to do and needs to buy. When asked to explain, 

(Name) told a story of a (Ethnicity) (Gender) named (Name #2) who had overheard 

them discussing their needs one night at the (Retail Establishment) at (Street 

Address) in (City). S/He approached them and claimed to have the same love of 

(State) and hate for the Federal Government. S/He wanted to join the militia 

immediately, but more importantly s/he wanted to help financially. (Name) said that 

(Name #2) claimed to be a former (Branch of Military) intelligence officer and was 

an expert at conducting vulnerability analysis. That meeting took place on the (Date). 

(Name) met again with (Name #2) the following (Day) at the same (Retail 

Establishment).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-on information from interrogation of (Name): When pressed, (Name) provide data 

on why and how they were executing the recon and surveillance of the ship channel and the various (Type of Energy) facilities, 

(Name) began to discuss the fact that they had found a "sugar daddy" that was not only paying for that work, but the extra 

money was going to be able to fund many other things that the Militia wants to do and needs to buy. When asked to explain, 

(Name) told a story of a (Ethnicity) (Gender) named (Name #2) who had overheard them discussing their needs one night at 

the (Retail Establishment) at (Street Address) in (City). He approached them and claimed to have the same love of (State) 

and hate for the Federal government. S/He wanted to join the militia immediately, but more importantly s/he wanted to help 

financially. (Name) said that (Name #2) claimed to be a former (Branch of Military) intelligence officer and was an expert at 

conducting vulnerability analysis. That meeting took place on the (Date). (Name) met again with (Name #2) the following 

(Day) at the same (Retail Establishment).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0054-01 Wednesday- 13:00 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) DHS / U.S. Coast Guard Sector (City) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 1/5

Last ferry operator of previous night contacts USCG to report that the previous 

evening s/he had observed a (Boat Type) boat running without lights toward the ship 

channel. The craft was running very light and headed into a maritime security zone. 

S/He doesn't remember the exact time, but it was right at nautical twilight.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Last ferry operator of previous night contacts USCG to report that the previous evening 

s/he had observed a (Boat Type) boat running with out lights toward the ship channel. The craft was running very fast and 

headed into a maritime security zone. S/He doesn't remember the exact time, but it was right at nautical twilight. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0050-01 Monday- 20:45 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) DHS / U.S. Coast Guard Sector (City) White Noise 5

(Name) reports that (#) individuals inquired about chartering her/his (Boat Length) 

(Boat Type) boat the ("Boat Name") for (Date). They asked about the vessel's 

range, space, and handling capabilities. They demonstrated little knowledge of 

(Fishery Type) or vessel handling, but had plenty of cash in hand to pay for the 

charter - in advance.

USCG Fishing Vessel Examiner briefs the senior Intelligence Officer. A Field Intelligence Report is written and distributed.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Fishing Vessel Examiner reports that (Name) reports had (#) individuals inquire about 

chartering her/his (Boat Length) (Boat Type) boat the ("Boat Name") for (Date). They asked about the vessel's range, space, 

and handling capabilities. They demonstrated little knowledge of (Fishery Type) or vessel handling, but had plenty of cash in 

hand to pay for the charter - in advance. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0052-01 Thursday- 14:45 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) DHS / U.S. Coast Guard Sector (City) White Noise 1/5

Station Manager contacts (State) DPS and USCG to report that a caller to the 

station a threat to blow up the (City) Ship Channel with mines. Call was made to the 

General Station number. Call is recorded.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Station Manager contacts (State) DPS and USCG to report that a caller to the station 

made a threat to blow up the (City) Ship Channel with mines. Call was made to the General Station number. Call is recorded. 

Text of message: This is the (Applicable Terrorist Cell). We are repelled by the decadence of (State) and American (Type of 

Energy) companies. In retribution, we have placed mines and bombs in the (City) Ship Channel and will blow up the ships of 

the infidels this week. (Religious Deity) be praised. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0053-01 Thursday- 16:00 Ship Channel Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD officer pulls over to investigate a parked vehicle on (Name of 

Bridge)Toll Bridge. Individual is out of her/his car and taking pictures of the Ship 

Channel. The individual is identified as (Name). Address is (Street Address) in 

(City) (State). (Name) is wearing military style clothing that are (Color) in color and 

has a patch on her/his left sleeve that made up of a (State) flag hanging vertical with 

the letters "ROTM" above the flag.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD Officer pulls over to investigate a parked vehicle on (Name of 

Bridge)Toll Bridge. Individual is out of her/his car and taking pictures of the Ship Channel. The individual is identified as 

(Name). Address is (Street Address) in (City), (State). (Name) is wearing military style clothing that are (Color) in color and 

has a patch on her/his left sleeve that made up of a (State) flag hanging vertical with the letters "ROTM" above the flag. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0060-02 Tuesday- 21:30 General & Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) PD White Noise 12/5

(Municipality) PD impounds (Type of Cargo Tank Truck) truck found on (Name of 

Bridge) Bridge. When the truck was surveyed for any evidence, there were pictures 

of various energy sector corporation headquarters buildings throughout the (City) 

area.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is a follow-on report concerning the subject truck: (Municipality) PD impounds (Type 

of Cargo Tank Truck) truck found on (Name of Bridge) Bridge. When the truck was surveyed for any evidence, there were 

pictures of various energy sector corporation headquarters buildings throughout the (City) area. The truck had been stripped 

of all identifying numbers. The owners could not be identified. No one in the (City) area has reported having a truck of this type 

stolen recently. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0080-01 Wednesday- 19:45 (Applicable Terrorist Cells) Infiltration Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15/5

Telephone call between (Municipality) Police Department employee and a (Relative) 

who is a Government of (International Country) ([GOIC]) federal soldier. GOIC 

soldier interrogated a (Gender) who provided information concerning an individual 

s/he had assisted in getting into (State). Soldier stated that the (Gender) claimed 

the individual s/he assisted was in possession of a ([Inflammatory] Religious 

Proclamation) and wanted to get to (City) before (Date). The (Municipality) Police 

employee, knowing what a ([Inflammatory] Religious Proclamation) is, decided s/he 

needed to report the phone call with his (Relative).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** JOIC is contacted by a (Municipality) Police Department employee who has a (Relative) 

who is a Government of (International Country) ([GOIC]) federal soldier. GOIC soldier interrogated a (Gender) who provided 

information concerning an individual s/he had assisted in getting into (State). Soldier stated that the (Gender) claimed the 

individual s/he assisted wanted to get to (City) before (Date). The (Municipality) Police employee decided s/he needed to 

report the phone call with her/his (Relative). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0054-02 Thursday- 13:00 Ship Channel Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 1/5

An off-duty security officer at a trucking company located on (Street Name) in (City) 

calls to report a (Boat Type) boat running without lights after dark on the ship 

channel at high speeds. Officer had heard the boat on the night of the (Date), but 

could not see it or tell where it was going. S/He came back the next night with 

her/his night-scope and saw the boat. It was running up the (City) Ship Channel at a 

high rate of speed. The Officer was standing along the channel between (Street 

Name) and the (Location).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** I am an off-duty security officer at a trucking company located on (Street Name) in (City). I 

want to report a (Boat Type) boat running without lights after dark on the ship channel at high speeds. I heard the boat on the 

night of the (Date), but could not see it or tell where it was going. I came back the next night with the night-scope I use for 

deer hunting and saw the boat. It was running up the (City) Ship Channel at a high rate of speed. I was standing along the 

channel between (Street Name) and (Location). The boat was heading up channel. It carried (#) (Gender), who I couldn't 

make out. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0063-01 Monday- 14:45 General & Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 5

DPS Criminal Intelligence sgt. working undercover at a (State) Militia rally in (City) 

(State) reports the commander of the militia claimed that they had found new 

funding and a way to hone their intelligence-gathering skills to better protect the 

(State) when the Federal Government failed to do so. S/He said the new funding 

would make them stronger than ever before and they would have new opportunities to 

demonstrate their newfound capabilities.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DPS Criminal Intelligence sgt. working undercover at a (State) Militia rally in (City), 

(State) reports the commander of the militia claimed that they had found new funding and a way to hone their intelligencegathering skills to better protect the (State) when the Federal Government failed to do so. S/He said the new funding would 

make them stronger than ever before and they would have new opportunities to demonstrate their newfound capabilities. Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0081-01 Monday- 19:00 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Infiltration e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) PD White Noise 5

911 Call. Officer responds. Car rental manager at (International Airport) reported a 

(Gender) tried to rent a (Vehicle Type). Manager reported individual wanted to pay 

with cash, in advance, and argued with her/him when she/he wouldn't let her/him. 

The manager asked for a credit card number and s/he became even more agitated 

and confrontational. Made threats. Left before officers arrived. The (Gender) looked 

like an (Ethnicity) or other (Ethnicity); was stocky at about (Weight) pounds; (Hair 

Color) hair; (Eye Color) eyes.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and shared with other appropriate agencies. Expectation is that they would query other car rental 

agencies as to whether they had a similar encounter or if an individual matching (Applicable Terrorist Cell)'s description had rented a 

vehicle

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** 911 Call. Officer responds. Car rental manager at (International Airport) reported a 

(Gender) tried to rent a (Vehicle Type). Manager reported individual wanted to pay with cash, in advance, and argued with 

her/him when s/he wouldn't let her/him. The manager asked for a credit card number and s/he became even more agitated and 

confrontational. Made threats. Left before officers arrived. The (Gender) looked like an (Ethnicity) or other (Ethnicity); was 

stocky at about (Weight) pounds ; ( Hair Color) hair; (Eye Color) eyes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0081-02 Monday- 21:30 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Infiltration e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Threat 

Information 5

(Contingency Inject) When the (City) (FC) queries the other rental car agencies in 

the greater (City) area about any individual described as dark skinned, (Ethnicity), 

(Eye Color) eyes, about (Height), stocky and about (Weight) pounds trying to rent a 

car, they are told by a car rental agency at (Airport) that a (Gender) matching that 

description actually did rent a (Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), "Super-duty" 

(Vehicle Type) from the morning of (Date). S/He used a credit card - (Credit Card 

Type) (Credit Card Number). (State) license plate number (License Plate ID).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** When the (City) (FC) queries the other rental car agencies in the greater (City) area 

about any individual described as dark skinned, (Ethnicity), (Color) eyes, about (Height), stocky and about (Weight) pounds 

trying to rent a car, they are told by a car rental agency at (Airport) that a (Gender) matching that description actually did rent 

a (Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), "Super-duty" (Vehicle Type) from the morning of (Date). S/He used a credit card - 

(Credit Card Type) (Credit Card #). (State) license plate number (License Plate ID). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0081-03 Tuesday- 19:45 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Infiltration Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Threat 

Information 13/5

A concerned citizen reported a (Gender) (Period of Time) ago at convenience store 

at (Location) in (City). (Gender) had an altercation with the counter person while 

paying for her/his gas. I'm not sure what happened, but it was loud and threatening. I 

thought there was going to be an altercation. The individual then left and headed 

(Coordinated Direction) on (Street Name). S/He was driving a (Vehicle Make) 

(Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type): (State) Plates (License Plate ID).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A concerned citizen reported a (Gender) (Period of Time) ago at convenience store at 

(Location) in (City). (Gender) had an altercation with the counter person while paying for her/his gas. I'm not sure what 

happened, but it was loud and threatening. I thought there was going to be an altercation. The individual then left and headed 

(Coordinated Direction) on (Street Name). S/He was driving a (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type): (State) 

Plates (License Plate ID). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0090-01 Monday- 19:45 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15/5

While interrogating a truck driver who had been apprehended for smuggling illegal 

drugs and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that s/he had been contacted by 

members of the (Criminal Organization) to conduct a special mission to smuggle 

up to (#) individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from her/his 

normal missions because (Criminal Organization) wanted her/him to carry only 

these (#) and not the usual (#) that s/he carries. They also asked her/him to drive 

them on her/him normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (Highway #) S/He turned 

down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted the (#) individuals 

transported to (City). The driver would have lost (#) days of smuggling and the 

compensation did not make up for it. S/He was being asked to execute the operations 

on (Date).

CBP passes to JOIC who, in turn, passes it to the BSOC. CBP also passes document to the appropriate entities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** apprehended for smuggling illegal drugs and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that 

s/he had been contacted by members of the (Criminal Organization) to conduct a special mission to smuggle up to (#) 

individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from her/his normal missions because (Criminal Organization) 

wanted her/him to carry only these (#) and not the usual (#) that he carries. They also asked her/him to drive them on her/his 

normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (Highway #) S/He turned down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted 

the (#) individuals transported to (City). The driver would have lost (#) days of smuggling and the compensation did not make 

up for it. S/He was being asked to execute the operations on (Date). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0091-01 Wednesday- 14:10 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15

One of the DPS troopers receives a phone call from her/his (Relative)'s (Relative) 

who is a senior officer (LTC Equivalent) in the (International Company Military 

Organization) and currently stationed in (International City). The (Relative)'s 

(Relative) and the day officer are relatively close. The officer and her/his (Relative) 

attend an annual family reunion in (International City) every year where the (Relative) 

is stationed. The (Relative) told the Trooper that during an interrogation of a lower 

level (Criminal Organization) officer they had discovered a plot to smuggle up to (#) 

terrorists into the U.S. via (City). (Criminal Organization) was apparently willing to 

pay up to (Large $ Amount) a piece to get these individuals into the U.S. The 

(Criminal Organization) officer believed that these (Gender) where coming from 

outside (International Country), but knew that the "great (Criminal Organization)" 

controlled the border and entry into the U.S. The (Relative) promised to call back if 

they were able to get any additional information from the officer.

DPS passes to JOIC who, in turn, passes it to the BSOC. CBP also passes document to it's higher.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** One of the DPS Trooper receives a phone call from her/his (Relative)'s (Relative) who is a 

senior officer (LTC Equivalent) in the (International Company Military Organization) and currently stationed in (International 

City). The (Relative)'s (Relative) and the day officer are relatively close. The officer and her/his (Relative) attend an annual 

family reunion in (International City) every year where the (Relative) is stationed. The (Relative) told the Trooper that during 

an interrogation of a lower level (Criminal Organization) officer they had discovered a plot to smuggle up to (#) terrorists into 

the U.S. via (City). (Criminal Organization) was apparently willing to pay up to (Large $ Amount) a piece to get these 

individuals into the U.S. The (Criminal Organization) officer believed that these (Gender) where coming from outside 

(International Country), but knew that the "great (Criminal Organization)" controlled the border and entry into the U.S. The 

(Relative) promised to call back if they were able to get any additional information from the officer. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0092-02 Tuesday- 19:45 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15

After talking to the authorities in (International City), it was discovered that several 

loads of (Chemical Compound) were being delivered to a farm collective outside of 

town. The farm receives (#) shipments a year from the government. Each truck 

carries about (Weight). The information is deemed credible because it is known that 

the "Gate Keeper" in (International City) is an alias for the senior (Criminal 

Organization) officer for the region. S/He does business at a table outside a small 

cantina on the (Cardinal Direction) side of town. The (International Country) 

authorities believe that the illegal is referring to individuals from countries like 

(International Country) or (International Country) when s/he mentions the "strangers 

from the (Cardinal Direction)."

Enter report into (State) Map and file a formal report. The (State) Map entry triggers BSOC to develop an OBS Daily Summary 

comment.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** After talking to the authorities in (International City), it was discovered that several loads of 

(Chemical Compound) were being delivered to a farm collective outside of town. The farm receives (#) shipments a year from 

the government. Each truck carries about (Weight). The information is deemed credible because it is known that the "Gate 

Keeper" in (International City) is an alias for the senior (Criminal Organization) officer for the region. S/He does business at 

a table outside a small cantina on the (Cardinal Direction) side of town. The (International Country) authorities believe that the 

illegal is referring to individuals from countries like (International Country) or (International Country) when s/he mentions the 

"strangers from the (Cardinal Direction)" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

DHS / Transportation Security Administration DHS / Transportation Security Administration FIO (City) Notify Transportation Security Operations Center Crisis Incident Management Group DHS representative at (City) Fusion 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Package found by TSA Rail Inspector on railroad track (Coordinated Direction) of 

(Location) near the intersection of (Street Name) and (Street Name). Package consists of a cardboard box with wires, (#) 

 

 

Early morning of (Date), there was a package found by TSA Rail Inspector on 

railroad track (Coordinated Direction) of (Location) near the intersection of (Street 

Name) and (Street Name) Package consists of a cardboard box with wires (#) 

 

 
0002-02 Wednesday- 19:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) Telephone Intelligence Control Cell (ICC) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 5 (Municipality) SO investigators are informed (Name) spent (#) nights at the (Lodging Establishment) on (Street Name) in (City) from (Date Range).

(Municipality) SO investigators interview personnel working at the (Lodging Establishment), regarding information that may be provided 

on (Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality). SO investigators are informed (Name) spent (#) nights at the (Lodging 

Establishment) on (Street Name) in (City) from (Date Range). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0031-02 Monday- 15:30 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 10/5

(City) (International Energy Company) Refinery LEPC coordinator reports on 

telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from (City) facility. 

Requestor was very pushy and asked that the information be quickly mailed to 

(Street Address) (City), (State). S/He said s/he would also like to have the security 

procedures used during a time of crisis.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(City) (International Energy Company) Refinery LEPC Coordinator reports on telephone 

requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from (City) Facility. Requestor was very pushy and asked that the information 

be quickly mailed to (Address) (City), (State). S/He said s/he would also like to have the security procedures used during a 

time of crisis. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0071-02 Thursday- 18:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 10

(Municipality) HAZMAT responds to a call from the industrial area vicinity of (Street 

Name) to determine if there has been an obvious petroleum spill in the area. 

HAZMAT team reports that there is strong, pungent smell of diesel in the area. 

Normally there is no smell like this in the area, but they cannot determine the source, 

they ask for assistance from (Municipality) PD.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) HAZMAT responds to a call from the industrial area vicinity of (Street 

Name) to determine if there has been an obvious petroleum spill in the area. HAZMAT team reports that there is strong, 

pungent smell of diesel in the area. Normally there is no smell like this in the area, but they cannot determine the source, they 

ask for assistance from (Municipality) PD. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0071-03 Thursday- 21:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 5

Local residents and several businesses adjacent to a warehouse district in (City) 

report a late model (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) being parked 

outside of a warehouse on (Street Name) in (City). Those in the vicinity of the 

vehicle include (#) (Race) (Gender) wearing (Article of Clothing) and (Clothing 

Accessory).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local residents and several businesses adjacent to a warehouse district in (City) report a 

late model g (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) has been parked outside of a warehouse on (Street Name) in 

(City). (#) (Gender) appear to be (Gender) and wearing (Article of Clothing) and (Clothing Accessory). Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0071-04 Thursday- 19:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell)/(Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 10

Officers responding to the industrial area vicinity of (Street Name) to assist 

(Municipality) HAZMAT cannot find the source of the pungent diesel smell. They 

agree it is there. They did find several wooden paddles in a dumpster on the next 

block over from (Street Name). There were (#) paddles in all. Each had been used 

in some sort of diesel mixture, but it could not be ascertained what kind. Field 

identification tests of the paddles by HAZMAT team gives a tentative identification of 

(Chemical Compound) and diesel fuel . Tests will have to conducted in the lab to 

verify.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Officers responding to the industrial area vicinity of (Street Name) to assist (Municipality) 

HAZMAT cannot find the source of the pungent diesel smell. They agree it is there. They did find several wooden paddles in a 

dumpster on the next block over from (Street Name). There were (#) paddles in all. Each had been used in some sort of diesel 

mixture, but it could not be ascertained what kind. Field identification tests of the paddles by HAZMAT team gives a tentative 

identification of (Chemical Compound) and diesel fuel . Tests will have to conducted in the lab to verify. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K029 Wednesday- 13:45

CBP Field Operations (City) notifies (CBP 

Passenger Container Screening Unit) 

concerning vessel absconder ([Suspected 

Terrorist]), (CBP Passenger Container 

Screening Unit) Event Generated

Message Traffic DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 1 CBP Field OPS (City) notifies (CBP Passenger Container Screening Unit) concerning vessel absconder (Suspected Terrorist).

* (CBP Passenger Container Screening Unit) is given current information gathered by US CBP and USBP. * At (Time), Port of (Port 

City) Harbor Master notifies (City) OBP that a passenger departed a small vessel prior to it reaching the dock * USCBP questions the 

captain of the vessel and subsequently searches the boat for information on the passenger. The captain of the boat could not provide any 

specific information on the passenger, other than a basic physical description. * The Captain of the vessel only knew the individual by the 

name of "(First Name)." * The Captain of the vessel reported that the subject that s/he had intended to drop off at the main port jumped off 

the boat as they passed the (Park Name) Park area and swam ashore. *USBP finds wet clothes during a search of the general area 

(Cardinal Direction) of (Park Name) Park, but no other evidence of the absconder is found. * (CBP Passenger Container Screening 

Unit) Event Generated (15595)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** CBP Field OPS (City) notifies (CBP Passenger Container Screening Unit) concerning 

vessel absconder *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-08 Monday- 20:30 (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13/5

Facility Security Officer at (Marine Transportation Company) Facility reports 

through a SAR of individuals taking pictures at the main gate and fence line. 

Suspect departs quickly when they see security guards approaching. Security 

guards did not get a good description, but was able to get a vehicle description. 

Description of vehicle: (Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). 

Upon further questioning of the entire security force, this same vehicle has been 

seen over the last (Period of Time) almost every other day.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Individuals are taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspect departs quickly 

when they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good description, but were able to get a vehicle 

description. Description of vehicle: (Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). Upon further questioning of 

the entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen over the last (Period of Time) almost every other day. Do not reply to 

this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-10 Thursday- 13:20 (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/2/5

(Marine Transportation Company). (Barge Fleeting Area), (City) LEPC coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the 

Facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent but would not give her/his name.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Marine Transportation Company). (Barge Fleeting Area), (City) LEPC Coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent 

but would not give her/his name. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-05 Wednesday- 20:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13/5

The (State) HP was called to (Interstate) near (City) to a report of an accident. 

Upon arriving at the accident scene, the (State) HP Trooper was approached by the 

driver of the only vehicle at the scene. The driver of the vehicle stated that s/he had 

been sideswiped by a large truck. The passenger of the vehicle that was struck is 

DOA. The driver of the vehicle on the scene described the driver of the (Vehicle) as 

a (Ethnicity) (Gender) in her/his (Age Range) who approached him/her 

immediately after the accident and said “No Police, No Police”, handing her/him ($ 

Amount) cash. S/He further stated the (Ethnicity) (Gender) jumped back into the 

large truck and took off heading (Coordinated Direction) on (Interstate)

(State) HP Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha #1) HQ. Troop (Alpha #1) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP Analyst. 

(State) HP Analyst prepares report on the incident and submits to (State) Information Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (State) HP was called to (Interstate) near (City) to a report of an accident. Upon 

arriving at the accident scene, the (State) HP Trooper was approached by the driver of the only vehicle at the scene. The 

driver of the vehicle stated that s/he had been sideswiped by a large truck. The passenger of the vehicle that was struck is 

DOA. The driver of the vehicle on the scene described the driver of the (Vehicle) as a (Ethnicity) (Gender) in her/his (Age 

Range) who immediately after the accident approached her/him and said “No Police, No Police”, handing her/him (Monetary 

Amount) cash. S/He further stated the (Ethnicity) (Gender) jumped back into the large truck and took off heading (Coordinated 

Direction) on (Interstate) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003 Thursday- 18:00 (City) Ship Channel Surveillance Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13/1/5

(Municipality) PD officer spots a vehicle that has been reported photographing 

facilities near the Port of (Port City) Authority - gate (#) on (Street Name). After 

securing suspect, maps are found in vehicle with a detailed information on the 

(Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal in (City), and the (International Energy 

Company) l Terminal in (City). Suspect is a (Name). S/He claims to be a member of 

the (State) Militia. S/He said that s/he was told to conduct surveillance of various 

energy sector facilities throughout the (City) and (City) area and to provide his data 

to (Name). Her/his information is due to (Name) NLT than tonight.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD Officer spots a vehicle that has been reported photographing facilities 

near the Port of (Port City) Authority - gate (#) on (Street Name). After securing suspect, maps are found in vehicle with a 

detailed information on the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal in (City), and the (International Energy Company) l 

Terminal in (City). Suspect is a (Name). S/He claims to be a member of the (State) Militia. S/He said that s/he was told to 

conduct surveillance of various energy sector facilities throughout the (City) and (City) area and to provide his data to 

(Name). His/her information is due to (Name) NLT than tonight. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-04 Thursday- 18:00 Theft of (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Pipeline Schematics Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13/5

During interrogation, it is discovered that the assailant is (Name). S/He admits 

coercing her/his (Relative) into stealing the pipeline schematics. S/He says that 

s/he was told to do this by (Name #2) another member of the (Criminal 

Organization). S/He was supposed to get the plans and deliver them to (Name #3). 

If (Name #3) wasn't available, s/he was told to deliver them to a house at (Street 

Address) in (City). S/He was supposed to ask for either (Name #4) or (Name #5).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During interrogation, it is discovered that the assailant is (Name). S/He admits coercing 

his/her (Relative) into stealing the pipeline schematics. S/He says that s/he was told to do this by (Name #2) another member 

of the (Criminal Organization). S/He was supposed to get the plans and deliver them to (Name #3). If (Name #3) wasn't 

available, s/he was told to deliver them to a house at (Street Address) in (City). S/He was supposed to ask for either (Name 

#4) or (Name #5). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0039-01 Tuesday- 15:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2/5

Both the (Municipality) Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the 

(Municipality) OEM contacted the (International Energy Company) FSO and tell 

her/him that an individual identifying her/himself as a student at the 

(College/University) contacts the (Municipality) OEM to ask questions on the 

(Municipality)'s preparedness and response capability with respect to the (State) 

Catastrophic Fire Plan. OEM officers were concerned because the questions were 

much more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the 

information, the individual was evasive. Individual left her/his name which was 

(Name). S/He asked that any information that could be released be mailed to (Street 

Address) (City), (State)

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Both the (Municipality) OEM and the (Municipality) OEM contacted the (International 

Energy Company) FSO and tell her/him that an individual identifying her/himself as a student at the (College/University) 

contacts the (Municipality) Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the (Municipality)'s preparedness and 

response capability with respect to the (State) Catastrophic Fire Plan. OEM officers were concerned because the questions 

were much more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the information, the individual was evasive. 

Individual left her/his name which was (Name). S/He asked that any information that could be released be mailed to (Street 

Address) (City), (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690025 Wednesday- 15:12 (Religion) Charity Suspicious of (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organization) Activities e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Financial 

Information 15

DOS RSO in (International City) passes on a report from a local (Religion) charity, 

(Religious Charity Name), that is concerned about the fundraising practices of the 

(Alternate Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DOS RSO in (International City) passes on a report from a local (Religion) charity, 

(Religious Charity Name), that is concerned about the fundraising practices of the (Alternate Religious Fundamentalist 

Charity Organization). DOS TF controller will e-mail DOS TF the following e-mail. From: Embassy (International City) 

Regional Security Officer To: DOS Task Force Subj: (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) Charity I met with a 

representative from a local (Religion) charity, (Religious Charity Name), who expressed concerns about the activities of the 

Islamic Rose International Fund. By way of background, (Religious Charity Name) is a local, (International City)-based 

charity that assists new immigrants in finding housing, employment, and community activities. The (International Country) 

(Religion) community is relatively small and the local charities tend to be fairly familiar with one another's activities. 

(Religious Charity Name) managing director informed me that he has heard rumors that the (Religious Fundamentalist 

Charity Organization) may have connections to radical (Religious) groups in (International Country) and (International 

Country). While s/he had no proof of wrong doing on the part of the (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization), 

(Religious Charity Name) managing director was concerned that reports of such links undermine the efforts of all 

(Religious) charities, particularly in the (Cardinal Direction). Thank you Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

960001-01 Tuesday- 17:00 Full transcript of (Terrorist Organization) 

Threat Video posted on VNN.com VNN Virtual News Network (VNN) Virtual News Network (VNN) (Terrorist Organization) 15

At (Time) on (Date), (International News Channel Name) Satellite Channel TV 

aired a video of radical cleric, (Name) claiming on behalf of (Terrorist 

Organization), that (Terrorist Organization) will conduct additional attacks against 

(Anti-[Religion] Group Members) in the near future. The full transcript of this video 

is posted on VNN.com at (Time) on (Date).

Federal Public Affairs Officers and Federal Officials respond to the (Terrorist Organization) threat video.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (International News Channel Name) aired a video (Day of the Week) in which (Name #2), 

an extremist cleric affiliated with (Terrorist Organization), says that the organization will conduct attacks against Americans 

in the near future. A translation of the video statement follows: "(Statement Referencing Religious Beliefs, Fundamentals, 

Doctrine, and History. Attacks on international nations in response to dichotomous religious beliefs with threats of impending 

attacks. Publishing of relevant information on terrorist/extremist media networks). [For Example: "Praise be to God. I bear 

witness that there is no deity, but God, without associates, and I bear witness that Muhammad, prayers and peace be upon 

him, is His servant and messenger. God's law does not change, and whatever contradicts it may not be accepted. The 

obligation of preserving God's law is greater than the obligation of jihad, for the purpose of the obligation of jihad itself is only 

to preserve God's law. The scholars, preachers, reformers, mujahedeen [and] jihadist groups perform ijtihad [Islamic law], 

and they hit and miss; and they will meet their lord with their deeds. They will get every good that they earn, and suffer every ill 

that they earn. This is our creed and belief. We can confront them, with God's assistance. If these strikes and this clear divine 

anger at the United States and its Western infidel supporters did not deter and frighten them, then it must know that the 

beginning of its fall, with God's permission, has started. This is a call to the nation of 1 billion Muslims; the nation of Islam 

and jihad and Muhammad, may God's peace and blessings be upon him; the descendents of Abu-Bakr, Umar and Khalid Binal-Wadi, I say to them: Ride the horses of God, for the battle is imminent. The battle is a decisive one between faith and 

infidelity. Choose the trench you want to be in. There are only two trenches. Either you be in the trench of the faithful or in the 

trench of the infidels. I was greatly heartened to hear the words of our sheik, Abu-Abdullah, in his most recent address, in 

which he urged the faithful mujahedeen to strike the Americans in their beds, the most aggressive of those parties in the 

Zionist -- upon the crusader empire. The recent blows which our brothers have inflicted upon the crusaders in Europe and 

Africa will be followed very soon by blows against the Great Satan where he sleeps. May prayers and peace be upon our 

Prophet Muhammad, and all of his family."])"*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

047 Friday- 15:30 (Name) and (Name) transferred to Attorney 

General Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The Ministerial Federal Police presents (Suspected Terrorist) and (Suspected Terrorist #2) to the Attorney General Office.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Ministerial Federal Police presents (Suspected Terrorist) and (Suspected Terrorist 

#2) to the Attorney General's Office. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0042-04 Monday- 19:30 (Chemical Company) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13/5

A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Chemical Company) Facility driving a 

delivery van, but was refused entry by the security officer at the entrance gate. When 

asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and immediately turned around and drove away. 

Her/his departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to avoid being stopped and 

further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Chemical Company) Facility driving a delivery 

van, but was refused entry by the security officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and 

immediately turned around and drove away. Her/his departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to avoid being stopped and 

further questioned. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007 Tuesday- 16:45 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(County) Narcotics Task Force agents arrested (#) people (Day of the Week) after 

they discovered a small scale production meth lab in a trailer off (Street Name) in 

(City). A (Age)-year-old, (Birth State) native, (Name #1), (Street Address), and 

(Name #2), (Age), of (Street Address), were involved in a small-scale (Illegal 

Drug) operation at (Name #1) (Street Name) address. Agents acting on a tip 

knocked on the door and were invited inside, where they discovered evidence of the 

drug operation and a small amount of suspected (Drug Name) . (Name #1) and 

(Name #2) arrested and charged with creating and operating a clandestine lab and 

illegal use of a controlled dangerous substance in the presence of a minor. A (Age)-

year-old child was sleeping in the trailer when agents arrived.

Request information on the suspects from (State) (FC) for any information available. (State) SP is requested to assist with the search 

the contents of the laptop computer recovered.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** .......COMMAND DUTY JOURNEL.......COMMAND DUTY JOURNEL....... (State) SP 

Narcotics officers conduct a raid on a meth lab. During the raid, officers arrest (#) suspects and uncover a laptop computer. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

LA0003 Tuesday- 22:55 Cash Purchase of (#) Gallons e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

A (City) gas station manager called 911 to report a complaint against (#) (Gender) 

who filled (#) (#) gallon drums with diesel fuel while in the bed of a (Vehicle Type) 

truck. The owner considered this to be hazardous because the containers must be 

fueled on the ground to be grounded. When s/he tried to stop the (Gender), they 

became angry and threatening. The incident occurred on (Date). (Municipality) PD 

dispatched a patrol to investigate gas station manager's complaint. The manager is 

reporting it now after thinking it might have some significance. Upon arrival the 

suspects were gone, so (Municipality) PD patrol interviews gas station manager 

regarding a complaint s/he filed against (#) (Gender) who threatened her/him while 

filling (#) gallon drums with diesel fuel. S/He described the (Gender) as being 

(Color), in their (Age Range). They were driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). 

S/He also provided the patrol officer with the license plate number of the (Vehicle 

Type).

(Municipality) PD dispatches patrol to investigate gas station manager's complaint. (Municipality) PD patrol runs check on the license 

plate number provided by the gas station manager. The vehicle in question is registered to address on (Street Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (City) gas station manager called 911 to report a complaint against (#) (Gender) who 

filled (#) (#) gallon drums with diesel fuel while in the bed of a (Vehicle Type) truck. The owner considered this to be 

hazardous because the containers must be fueled on the ground to be grounded. When s/he tried to stop the (Gender), they 

became angry and threatening. The incident occurred on (Date). (Municipality) PD dispatched a patrol to investigate gas 

station manager's complaint. The manager is reporting it now after thinking it might have some significance. Upon arrival the 

suspects were gone, so (Municipality) PD patrol interviews gas station manager regarding a complaint s/he filed against (#) 

(Gender) who threatened her/him while filling (#) gallon drums with diesel fuel. S/He described the (Gender) as being 

(Race), in their (Age Range). They were driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). S/He also provided the patrol officer with 

the license plate number of the (Vehicle Type). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0010-05 Thursday- 23:00 Gun Theft/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5/2

ATF conducted compliance inspections to locate several gun sales by the suspect. 

Once the interviews with the shop owners is complete. The information is sent to the 

ATF Agent in charge of the investigation. agents pick up the suspected weapons 

purchaser for questioning. During the interview, the suspect claimed s/he was 

approached by a locally known (Criminal Organization) affiliate and asked to obtain 

the weapons for an unknown (Criminal Organization) client. The suspect provided a 

name and physical description of the client.

(State) (FC) assists with information regarding the ID of the new suspect.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ATF conducted compliance inspections to locate several gun sales by the suspect. Once 

the interviews with the shop owners is complete. The information is sent to the ATF Agent in charge of the investigation. 

agents pick up the suspected weapons purchaser for questioning. During the interview, the suspect claimed s/he was 

approached by a locally known (Criminal Organization) affiliate and asked to obtain the weapons for an unknown (Criminal 

Organization) client. The suspect provided a name and physical description of the client. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690021 Monday- 20:22 Large transfer to (International Financial 

Institution) Account e-mail INTERPOL (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Financial 

Information 15

INTERPOL (International Country) NCB provides report on a large transfer from 

(Suspicious Religious Based Charity Organization) to a (International Financial 

Institution) account.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** INTERPOL (International Country) NCB provides report on a large transfer from the 

(Suspicious Religious Based Charity Organization) to a (International Financial Institution) account. From: INTERPOL 

(International Country) NCB To: INTERPOL (International Country 2) NCB, INTERPOL United States NCB Subj: 

Suspicious Funds Transfer On (Date) (Large Amount of Money, USD) was transferred from the (Suspicious Religious 

Based Charity Organization) to (International Financial Institution) account number (#). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690024 Wednesday- 13:05 INTERPOL Report on (Name) e-mail INTERPOL Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15 INTERPOL NCB (International Country) reports that (Name) and (Name) 

underwent explosives training together in (International Country).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** INTERPOL NCB (International Country) reports that (Name) and (Name) underwent 

explosives training together in (International Country). From: INTERPOL (International Country) NCB To: INTERPOL 

United States NCB Subj: (Name) A recent (International) police investigation revealed that (Name) and (Name) underwent 

explosives training together in (International Country). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

690017 Monday- 15:10

Embassy (International Country) Report on 

Suspicious Activities by (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organization)

e-mail U.S. Embassy - (International Country) Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Financial 

Information 15

Political officer in Embassy (International City) provides a report to the DOS TF 

about (International Country) reports of suspicious activities by the (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organization).

DOS TF will share this information with the interagency community as appropriate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Political Officer in Embassy (International City) provides a report to the DOS TF about 

(International Country) reports of suspicious activities by the I (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization). US 

Embassy (International Country) Political provides information on (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) to DOS. 

Embassy (International City) Controller will e-mail DOS TF the following e-mail. From: Embassy (International City) Political 

officer To: DOS Task Force Subj: (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) I am hearing from (International 

Country) law enforcement sources that the authorities here have taken a keen interest in the (Religious Fundamentalist 

Charity Organization) following the recent attacks in Western Europe. The (International Country) authorities seem to think 

that (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization), or some members thereof, may be involved in funding terrorist groups. 

While the authorities cannot prove anything at this point, (International Country) law enforcement is investigation activities by 

(Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) chapters, including suspicious fundraising, money transfers and 

purchases. Thank you, signed Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690019 Monday- 12:55 INTERPOL Report on (Name) Fax INTERPOL (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

INTERPOL (International Country) provides report on travel to (International 

Country) by (Name), who may have a connection to the (Religious Fundamentalist 

Charity Organization).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** INTERPOL (International Country) provides report on travel to (International Country) by 

(Name), who may have a connection to the (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization). From: INTERPOL 

(International Country) NCB To: INTERPOL (International Country#2) NCB, INTERPOL United States NCB Subj: Travel by 

(Name) (International Country's Immigration Agency) records indicate that (Name) entered the country in (Month) and 

(Month) of this year. (Name) is suspected of being linked to the (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization). Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690020 Monday- 17:15 Request for Assessment on Terrorist Use of 

Self-Propelled Semi-Submersibles e-mail U.S. Embassy - (International Country) (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) White Noise 15 U.S. requests for a (International Country) assessment of potential terrorist use of 

self-propelled semi-submersible vessels. (International Country) CISEN provides an assessment report to embassy (International City).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** US requests (International Country) assessment of potential terrorist use of SelfPropelled Semi-Submersible vessels. From: Embassy (International City) Political Officer To: (International Country) 

(National Security Agency) Subject: Assessment of Potential Terrorist Use of Self-Propelled Semi-Submersible vessels. In 

light of emerging threats, Embassy (International City) is interested in gathering additional information on the potential 

terrorist use of Self-Propelled Semi-Submersible vessels. The (International Country) government has a great deal of 

experience in dealing with this type of water craft and we would be grateful if you could provide a threat assessment on the 

potential terrorist use of Self-Propelled Semi-Submersible vessels. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690023 Tuesday- 17:55 (International Country Source) source provides 

information on recent warehouse raid. e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15/12

RSO provides information from a (International Country) source that (International 

Country) police found information on U.S. energy installations during recent raid on 

suspected safe house.

There is no player e-mail address for this inject.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (International Country) source provides information on recent warehouse raid. From: 

Regional Security Officer Embassy (International Country) To: Diplomatic Security in the DOS Task Force Subject: Report 

on Recent Warehouse Raid: I have learned that (International Country) authorities recently raided a warehouse connected to 

(Name). After this raid, authorities found the warehouse contains info that (Name) researched U.S. oil/gas target locations, 

charts, maps, photos of (Oil Field), (Oil Field) and (#) other facilities. Internet searches include list of (International Energy 

Company) facilities. (International Country) authorities also discovered air charts and photos of offshore facilities. Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690022 Tuesday- 14:34 Regional Security Officer (RSO) (International 

Country) Report on Walk-In e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15 RSO (International Country) reports on a walk-in who informed that (Name) was 

seen in (International City).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** RSO (International Country) reports on a walk-in who informed that (Name) was seen in 

(International City). From: Regional Security Officer Embassy (International Country) To: Diplomatic Security in the DOS 

Task Force Subject: Walk-in informant I had a (Ethnicity) citizen walk into the embassy this morning and inform me that s/he 

saw (Name) at (Place of Worship), (Street Address) (State within International Country), (International City) with (# Range) 

other (Gender). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-01 Tuesday- 17:30 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13 (State) SP requests and receives a warrant to search the contents of the laptop computer discovered during the raid of the meth lab. Computer forensic technicians examine the contents on the hard drive of the laptop computer.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP requests and receives a warrant to search the contents of the laptop computer 

discovered during the raid of the meth lab. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0010-01 Thursday- 15:30 Gang Related (Malicious Wounding)/Safe 

House, (Municipality) PD Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13/8/5

Results of the checks on the victim indicate that s/he has a record of previous 

arrests for weapons and drug possession. Local hospital notifies (Municipality) PD 

on admission of a ([Ethnicity] [Gender]) was admitted to (Hospital) after suffering 

multiple (Malicious Wounds). (Municipality) PD initiates indices check and 

determines that s/he is a member of the (Criminal Organization) gang and has a 

warrant for drug charges. (Municipality) PD gang investigators arrive and question 

the individual.

(Municipality) PD gang unit notifies (Municipality) PD Intelligence on the result of the interview with the (Malicious Wound) victim. 

(Municipality) PD Intelligence initiates appropriate inquiry regarding the results of the interview and the address provided (Safe House).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Results of the checks on the victim indicate that s/he has a record of previous arrests for 

weapons and drug possession. Local hospital notifies (Municipality) PD on admission of a ([Ethnicity] [Gender]) was admitted 

to (Hospital) after suffering multiple (Malicious Wounds). (Municipality) PD initiates indices check and determines that s/he 

is a member of the (Criminal Organization) gang and has a warrant for drug charges. (Municipality) PD gang investigators 

arrive and question the individual. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0078-04 Tuesday- 13:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5/2

Burglary of a business([Retail Establishment] [Street Address], [Zip Code]). Stolen 

(#) rolls of “hobby fuse” used to ignite various forms of pyrotechnics or illegal 

IED’s. Video surveillance tape is available.

(Municipality) PD passes information to (Municipality) (FC)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Burglary of a business ([Retail Establishment] [Street Address], [Zip Code]). Stolen (#) 

rolls of “hobby fuse” used to ignite various forms of pyrotechnics or illegal IED’s. Video surveillance tape is available. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-02 Tuesday- 21:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5 (State) (FC)/(State) State Police identify (#) suspects arrested during the meth lab raid as having ties to the (Criminal Organization).

RFI sent to (State) (FC) to provide information available for the links to the (Criminal Organization). RFI sent from (State) (FC) to their 

partners for additional info on the suspects and the (Criminal Organization).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) (FC)/(State) State Police identify (#) suspects arrested during the meth lab raid as 

having ties to the (Criminal Organization). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0008 Tuesday- 12:52 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(State) State Police officer stops speeder on (Interstate) (Cardinal Direction). The 

officer noted a recently stubbed joint in the dashboard ashtray and s/he smelled 

burning (Illegal Drug) when made contact with the driver.

The officer runs a check on the drivers DL, warrant check, and vehicle registration.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police Trooper stopped a speeder on (Interstate) (Cardinal Direction). The 

trooper noted a recently stubbed joint in the dashboard ashtray and s/he smelled burning (Illegal Drug) when made contact 

with the driver. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-04 Wednesday- 14:00 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Intruder e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2

(Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) FSO is alerted by the main telephone answering 

person that they have received (#) separate phone calls over the last (#) work days 

from a (Gender) who claims to be a daycare manager. S/He has been asking for the 

(International Energy Company) "tanker schedule." S/He claims s/he wants to bring 

her/his young grade school children out to the (City) Ship Channel and let them see 

a big tanker. The operator has told her/him each day that s/he has called that they do 

not provide that information. S/He has pleaded with the operator each time.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) FSO is alerted by the main telephone answering person 

that they have received (#) separate phone calls over the last (#) work days from a (Gender) who claims to be a daycare 

manager. S/He has been asking for the (International Energy Company) "tanker schedule." S/He claims s/he wants to bring 

her/his young grade school children out to the (City) Ship Channel and let them see a big tanker. The operator has told 

her/him each day that s/he has called that they do not provide that information. S/He has pleaded with the operator each time. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0041-04 Friday- 14:00 (Chemical Company Name) Chemicals Target 

(White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 10/13/5

An (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Chemical Company Name) driving a 

delivery (Vehicle), but was refused entry by the security officer at the entrance gate. 

When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and immediately turned around and drove 

away. Her/His departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to avoid being stopped 

and further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (Chemical Company Name) driving a delivery 

(Vehicle), but was refused entry by the security officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and 

immediately turned around and drove away. Her/His departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to avoid being stopped and 

further questioned. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004 Thursday- 14:00 Uniform & Badge Theft e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13

The Facility Security Officer at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal in (City) 

reported that one of her/his security guards had her/his car broken into overnight. 

Items stolen included a Company uniform and company identification badge.

"Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Specifically it should be shared with the 

(Municipality) (FC) and USCG."

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** As the Facility Security Officer at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal in (City), 

one of your security guards, (Name), (Street Address), (City), had her/his car broken into overnight. Items stolen included a 

Company uniform and company identification badge. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0045-33 Tuesday- 19:50 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/2/5

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Petro-Chemical Company) (Port 

Name), (Port City) and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a 

research paper on the national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller 

has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then 

begins to ask questions about security. When asked why they are asking security 

related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but 

did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the 

question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Petro-chemical Company) (Port Name), 

(Port City) and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the 

energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to 

ask questions about security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. 

Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question. Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690006 Wednesday- 21:00 Consulate General (Capital City of International 

State) Security Update e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) White Noise 2/15

The (Representative of City within International State #1) is requesting a threat 

update after seeing reports of potential threats to the (Coastal City within 

International State #2) and (International State #1) region.

Embassy players coordinate internally and with Task Force to provide a threat update to the (Representative of City within International 

State #1)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Representative of City within International State #1) is requesting a threat update 

after seeing reports of potential threats to the (Coastal City within International State #2) and (International State #1) region. 

From: Consular Officer in (City within International State #1) To: Consular Officer in Embassy (Capital City of International 

Country) I have seen numerous reports in the (International Country's) press about potential terrorists threats to (Coastal City 

within International State #2) and (International State #1) region, but have received no officials information from either 

Embassy (Capital City of International Country) or (Ethnicity) authorities. The Secretary of Agriculture will be arriving this 

(Day of the Week) for a conference next week and we must be kept aware of any security situations that impact her/his visit. 

Please send me a threat assessment on potential security threats to (Coastal City within International State #2) and 

(International State #1) region and recommended what, if any, additional security measures should be put in place for the 

Secretary's upcoming visit. Please provide me with regular updates as new information becomes available. Please send me 

an assessment of the Worldwide IRIF Charity, the Canadian and US Chapters and any specific information, including: 

Regards, Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690009 Wednesday- 23:59 (International Country) Issues Travel Warning Web site Public Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 15

This is a (#) series inject intended to be released after the (International Country) 

issues a warning against travel to the United States. (International Country #2) will 

issue a similar warning following the (International Country) and (International 

Country #3) warnings.

DOS TF coordinates with DOS Public Affairs, DHS, and White House to coordinate U.S. Government response to warnings against 

travel to the United States.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is a (#) series inject intended to be released after the (International Country) issues a 

warning against travel to the United States. (International Country #2) will issue a similar warning following the (International 

Country) and (International Country #3) warnings. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

064 Thursday- 23:25 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/5

An anonymous phone call to (State) (FC) advised an unknown person in (City) 

known through acquaintances was supplying a terrorist organization with two-way 

radios and washing machine timers and other materials for (Holy War) operations 

overseas.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An American citizen was allegedly funding and supplying a fugitive designated terrorist 

with two-way radios and other materials for her/his operations overseas. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1086 Thursday- 16:30 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A (Name of Medical Center) security guard reported to the (Municipality) PD that 

her/his (Vehicle) was broken into overnight at her/his apartment. The items taken 

include CDs, a radar detector, assorted tools, ID badge (including secured access 

controller) her/his security guard uniform and Sam Browne belt including her/his 

service revolver.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Gender) reported to local police department that her/his (Vehicle) was broken into 

overnight. The items taken include CD's, radar detector, assorted tools, ID badge (including secured access controller) and 

security guard uniform from local hospital. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1044 Tuesday- 12:20 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

On (Date), (Financial Institution) ([Street Address], [City], [State], [Zip Code]) 

official contacts the (State) SP CIU about a suspicious depositor. The bank official 

suspects the depositor, (Name), of trying to circumvent the Currency Transaction 

Report (CTR) requirements by depositing ($ Amount) several times a week into 

her/his account.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Date), (Financial Institution) ([Street Address], [City], [State], [Zip Code]) contacts the 

(State) SP CIU about a suspicious depositor. The bank is suspecting the depositor, (Name), of trying to circumvent the 

Currency Transaction Report (CTR) requirements by depositing ($ Amount) several times a week into her/his account. Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-01 Wednesday- 17:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

(Municipality) SO receives result of check on (Name). (Name) was stopped by 

(State) HP on (Interstate) (Coordinated Direction) of (City) on (Date). (Name) was 

driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Model Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) 

with (State) LP# (License Plate ID). The vehicle's VIN is (VIN #).

(Municipality) SO makes inquiries at local (Lodging Establishment) for a guest named (Name), who stayed in the area during (Date 

Range).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) SO receives result of check on (Name). (Name) was stopped by (State) HP 

on (Interstate) (Coordinated Direction) of (City) on (Date). (Name) was driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Model Year) 

(Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) with (State) LP# (License Plate ID). The vehicle's VIN is (VIN #). Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1051 Monday- 18:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/13

A (Financial Institution) employee reported to the (State) SP CIU tip line that one of 

its customers, (Name) was arrested for her/his involvement in the sale of (Illegal 

Drug) in (City) per the rumor mill. The bank employee stated that a quick review of 

her/his account revealed that the customer may have laundered proceeds through a 

title company and (Retail Establishment).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** ..... (State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT.....(State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT.....: On ([Date] 

[Time]), a representative of (Financial Institution) filed a SAR reporting that (Retail Establishment) had sent (Large $ 

Amount) in outgoing wire transfers to individuals and businesses in (International Country), and (Country). These transfers 

occurred during the first ([#]) months of (Year). Bank officials were contacted in these countries and stated approximately (# 

Percentage) of the funds were disseminated to nationals of (Ethnicity) descent residing in those countries. Do not reply to this 

e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-01 Thursday- 13:01 Uniform & Badge Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD reports a vehicular burglary/break-in at the home of (Name) at 

(Street Address) (City). (Name) reports the only thing taken was a company uniform 

and her/his identification from work. (Name) works for (Chemical & Oil Storage 

Industry) Terminal North America Inc., at (Street Address) as a security guard.

"Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Specifically it should be shared with the (City) 

Fusion Center and USCG."

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD reports a vehicular burglary/break-in at the home of (Name) at (Street 

Address) (City). (Name) reports the only thing taken was a company uniform and her/his identification from work. (Name) 

works for (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal North America Inc., at (Street Address) as a security guard. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

LA1052 Monday- 22:58 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

FYI: On (Date) at (Time), a SAR from a local bank teller at the (Financial 

Institution) on (State) in (City) overheard a customer speaking to her/his friend 

about how to "smurf" money via local banks without being caught. The bank teller 

reported this to her/his supervisor. Customer Name: (Name) Address: (Street 

Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Contact Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone 

Number) Teller’s Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip 

Code) Contact Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (Name) I thought you might want to know about this. On (Date) at (Time), a SAR from 

a local bank teller at the (Financial Institution) on (State) in (City) overheard a customer speaking to her/his friend about how 

to "smurf" money via local banks without being caught. The bank teller reported this to her/his supervisor. Customer Name: 

(Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Contact Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number) Teller’s 

Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Contact Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

e-mail DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA)

DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA) 45M000 Monday- 12:47 Suspicious Package White Noise 1/10 FIO - (City) Notify Transportation Security Operations Center Crisis Incident Management Group, DHS representative at (City) Fusion Center

 

( ocat o ) ea t e te sect o o (St eet a e) a d (St eet a e) ac age co s sts o a ca dboa d bo t es, (#) 

(Battery Type) volt battery, an electric match and a (#") diameter steel pipe with end caps attached. Hole drilled through one 

end of cap. Pipe contains wet (Color) powder. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

 

 

Name) and (Street Name). Package consists of a cardboard box with wires, (#) 

(Battery Type) volt battery, an electric match and a (#") diameter steel pipe with end 

caps attached. Hole drilled through one end of cap. Pipe contains wet (Color) 

powder.
1054 Thursday- 15:10 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

While installing (Cable System) at an apartment in (City), the (Telecommunications 

Company) technician reported seeing large sheets of paper like blue prints or 

schematics on a table and boxes of chemical containers and chemical boxes in the 

garage. The installer does not think anything about the materials until s/he thought 

about the events occurring overseas and calls 911 to report the incident from (Past 

Date). 

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** While installing (Cable System) at a (Gender)'s apartment, the (Telecommunications 

Company) technician reported seeing schematics on a table and cases of strange chemicals in the corner. Employee reports 

it to police. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1074 Wednesday- 22:37 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A(n) (Municipality) SO report advised that a (Ethnicity) (Gender) was arrested for 

Driving While Intoxicated. In an effort to beat the ride and the arrest, s/he admitted 

that s/he was approached by an individual asking if s/he would like to become a part 

of a terrorist organization. (Name) was the name of the recruiter from (City).

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local police report advised that a (Gender) was arrested for Driving Under the Influence. 

In an effort to have her/his charges reduced, s/he admitted that s/he was approached by an individual asking if s/he would like 

to be a terrorist. Name of individual who inquired- (Name). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1075 Monday- 23:45 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/15

FYI: On (Date), a (Ethnicity) (Gender) was detained for using a fake passport as 

s/he attempts to enter the U.S. at (International Airport within the United States) on 

an (International Airline) flight from (International State), (International Country). 

S/He was later arrested when the documents are determined to be fake by DOS and 

her/his true identity is revealed by fingerprints. Name: (Name) DOB: (Month) 

(Date) (Year) POB: (International City), (International Country) Customs Agent: 

(Name) Contact info: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Date), a (Ethnicity) (Gender) was detained for using a fake passport as s/he 

attempts to enter the US at (International Airport within the United States) on an (International Airline) flight from 

(International State), (International Country). S/He was later arrested when the documents are determined to be fake by DOS 

and her/his true identity is revealed by fingerprints. Name: (Name) DOB: (Month) (Date) (Year) POB: (International City), 

(International Country) Customs Agent: (Name) Contact info: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1070 Wednesday- 19:25 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/13

FYI: This morning, at approximately (Time), (State) SP/BOI CID-A received the 

following information via a phone call: A local long haul truck driver from (City), 

(State), reported that on a recent trip near the (State) border, an individual 

approached her/him at a truck stop and asked her/him about transporting individuals 

from the border to various locations throughout the U.S. during her/his trucking 

route for a fee per individual. The driver advised s/he was not interested, but may 

know someone who would be interested. The individual provided a phone number to 

call when s/he was ready to make money.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: This morning, at approximately (Time), (State) SP/BOI CID-A received the following 

information via a phone call: A local long haul truck driver from (City), (State), reported that on a recent trip near the (State) 

border, an individual approached her/him at a truck stop and asked her/him about transporting individuals from the border to 

various locations throughout the US during her/him trucking route for a fee per individual. The driver advised s/he was not 

interested, but may know someone who would be interested. The individual provided a phone number to call when s/he was 

ready to make money. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1072 Tuesday- 11:15 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/13

FYI: A local (City) resident reported to the (Municipality) SO via 911 that (#) or (#) 

young men of (Ethnicity) or (Ethnicity) descent were outside of the (Retail 

Establishment) at (Street Address), (City), (State) trying to raise money to purchase 

paintball equipment for their local (Secular or Religious Educational Institution). 

The caller was not sure what a "(Secular or Religious Educational Institution)" was, 

but it did not sound good to her/him and s/he suspected that the paintball activities 

may have been cover for something else. No further information provided.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: a local (City) resident reported to the (Municipality) SO via 911 that (#) or (#) young 

men of (Ethnicity) or (Ethnicity) descent were outside of the (Retail Establishment) at (Street Address), (City), (State) trying 

to raise money to purchase paintball equipment for their local (Secular or Religious Educational Institution). The caller was 

not sure what a "(Secular or Religious Educational Institution)" was, but it did not sound good to her/him and s/he suspected 

that the paintball activities may have been cover for something else. No further information provided. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1079 Tuesday- 19:46 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/13

FYI: On (Date), an employee at the (State Motor Vehicle Agency), (Name), reported 

that a (Gender) of (Ethnicity) descent working at the (State Motor Vehicle Agency) 

was reported to have been issuing driver's licenses to individuals who s/he only 

speaks to in (Foreign Language). Individuals give the employee a (Color) paper 

with unidentifiable writing and s/he issues them a driver's license.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Date), an employee at the (State Motor Vehicle Agency), (Name), reported that a 

(Gender) of (Ethnicity) descent working at the (State Motor Vehicle Agency) was reported to have been issuing driver's 

licenses to individuals who s/he only speaks to in (Foreign Language). Individuals give the employee a (Color) paper with 

unidentifiable writing and s/he issues them a driver's license. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1082 Wednesday- 23:59 (State) White Noise Domestic Event Network (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A (State Motor Vehicle Agency) employee in (City), reported that an individual s/he 

met at the gym, offered her/him ($ Amount) to create her/him a fake drivers license. 

The employee asked under what name the individual would like a license, and 

provided the name, (Name). The suspect is described as a (Ethnicity) (Gender), 

(Age Range), around (Height) The employee reported the event to (State) SP and 

did not provide the ID, but told suspect s/he would see what s/he could do.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local (State Motor Vehicle Agency) employee reported that individual approached her/him 

and offered her/him ($ Amount) to create a fraudulent drivers license. The employee asked under what name the individual 

would like a license, and provided the name (Name). When asked what her/his real name was, the individual left the (State 

Motor Vehicle Agency) Suspect described as (Ethnicity) (Gender), (Age Range), around (Height). The (State Motor Vehicle 

Agency) CCTVs malfunctioned the morning of the incident. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0043-02 Tuesday- 17:00 (Packaging Industry) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13

(Packaging Industry) Facility Security Officer reports a small boat entered the (Port 

City) Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Boat Color) (Boat Make). 

It appeared (Gender) of (Ethnicity) decent were taking pictures. Vessel departed 

area before they could be engaged by authorities.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center - FBI JTTF Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Packaging Industry) Facility Security Officer reports a small boat entered the (Port City) 

Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Color) (Boat Make). It appeared (Gender) of (Ethnicity) decent were 

taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by authorities. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

019 Tuesday- 22:18 Information on (Name) (Vehicle) rental Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The Ministerial Federal Police updates Attorney General Office on information regarding (Name)'s (Vehicle) rental.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Ministerial Federal Police updates Attorney General Office on information regarding 

(Name)'s (Vehicle) rental. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

023 Wednesday- 0:05 National Immigration Institute Report on 

(Name) Detention Telephone (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15 The National Immigration Institute (International State) informs the Center for 

Investigation and National Security (International State) on (Name) detention.

The attached implementer should be delivered to Center for Investigation and National Security (International State) via 

telephone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The National Immigration Institute (International State) informs to the Center for 

Investigation and National Security (International State) on (Name) detention. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

027 Wednesday- 2:45 (Roman Numeral) Military Region Report on 

(International State) search warrant. Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15 The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of the (International State) search warrant.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of 

the (International State) search warrant. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

028 Wednesday- 3:00 Report on GPS Coordinates found during 

detention of (Name) Telephone (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15 The (Naval Region) informs the Navy that (Name) is in possession of a GPS containing various refinery and oil field coordinates.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Naval Region) reports that (Name) is in possession of a GPS containing various 

Refinery and Oil Field coordinates.. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

004 Tuesday- 13:30

National Alert Center confirms to National 

Immigration Institute (Name) arrival in 

(International Country).

Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

According to the data analysis by the APIS Coordination Joint Program it is 

confirmed that (Name) traveled to (International Country) on the (International 

Airline) (Flight #) flight that arrived into (International City) from (International 

Capital City) on (Date) at (Time).

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Government Migration Control Unit) player. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** According to the data analysis by the APIS Coordination Joint Program it is confirmed that 

(Name) traveled to (International Country) on the (International Airline) (Flight #) flight that arrived into (International City) 

from (International Capital City) on (Day of the Week) (Month) (Day) at (Time). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

024 Wednesday- 0:30 Report on Results of (International State) 

search warrant e-mail (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of the (International State) search warrant.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of 

the (International State) search warrant. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

030 Wednesday- 9:00 National Immigration Institute Report on 

(Name) Telephone (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Maritime 

Threat Information 15

National Immigration Institute (International City) provides information to the 

National Immigration Institute on (Name), including her/his name, date of birth, and 

immigration history.

The attached implementer should be delivered via telephone call. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** National Immigration 

Institute (International City) provides information to the National Immigration Institute on (Name), including her/his name, date 

of birth, and immigration history. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1003 Tuesday- 23:22 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

(#) guards at the (County) Detention Center have been arrested on charges of 

delivering contraband into the jail facility. The (County) Detention Center's PIO 

spokesman said the arrests followed an investigation into how inmates were getting 

cell phones and cash into the prison. The arrested guards were charged for 

reportedly having inmates' relatives to deliver and or mail gift cards to the guards in 

(City) in exchange for providing either cell phones, cash, or drugs to the inmates. 

the arrested guards were identified as (List of Guard's Name(s))

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (#) guards at the (County) Detention Center have been arrested on charges of 

delivering contraband into the jail facility. The (County) Detention Center's PIO spokesman said the arrests followed an 

investigation into how inmates were getting cell phones and cash into the prison. The arrested guards were charged for 

reportedly having inmates' relatives to deliver and or mail gift cards to the guards in (City) in exchange for providing either 

cell phones, cash or drugs to the inmates. the arrested guards were identified as (List of Guard's Name(s)) Do not reply to 

this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1006 Monday- 17:11 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A (State) State Trooper arrested (#) (Ethnicity) (Gender) with ties to the (Criminal 

Organization) gang for unlawfully carrying weapons in their vehicle. The trooper's 

report indicates the individuals were pulled over by the trooper along (Interstate) 

near (City), (State) for speeding. As the trooper approached, the individuals 

appeared very suspicious and made furtive movements under the front seats. The 

trooper removed the occupants to search the vehicle for weapons. As the Trooper 

searched the vehicle for weapons, s/he located (#) (Gun Type) and (Gun Type). The 

suspects were arrested and transported, and the vehicle was inventoried and 

impounded.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (State) State trooper (Name) arrested (#) (Ethnicity) individuals with ties to the 

(Criminal Organizations) gang for weapons charge. The trooper's report indicates that individuals were pulled over by the 

trooper along (Interstate), near (City), (State) for speeding. As the trooper approached, the individuals appeared very 

agitated. As he searched the vehicle for possible narcotics, s/he found (#) unregistered (Gun Type) and (Gun Type). The 

individuals indicated that they were headed to (Neighboring Country) for a vacation. Case (Case ID #). Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690000 Tuesday- 16:00 US Embassy (International Municipality) 

Political Officer requests information e-mail U.S. Embassy - (International Country) Department of State (DOS) 15

U.S. Embassy (Capital of International Country) Political officer requests 

information on (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organizations) Charity and 

(Religion) charities in General from Department of State (DOS).

DOS INR will reply within 24 hours.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** U.S. Embassy (Capital of International Country) political officer requests information on 

(Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) Charity and (Religion) charities in General from DOS. Embassy (Capital 

of International Country) controller will e-mail DOS TF the following e-mail. From: Embassy (Capital of International Country) 

political officer To: DOS Task Force Subj: (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) Charity: I am hearing a lot of 

discussion on the (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization) charity, especially the (International Country) Chapter. 

The (International Country) are working on discovering everything they can and I need to know what the USG has on the 

charity, especially the U.S. and (International Country) chapters. Please send me an assessment of the worldwide (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organizations) Charity, the (International Country) and U.S. chapters and any specific information, 

including: Names of (International Country) or U.S. citizens in (International Country) affiliated with the charity (including 

alias') suspicious activity of the charity's prominent people associated with the claims made by the charity in (International 

Country #2), (International Country #3), (International Country #4), (International Country #5), and (International Country #6), 

and major donors affiliated with organizations that may receive (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organizations) funds, esp. 

in , (List of International Countries). Thank you, signed Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

1022 Wednesday- 18:00 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 3

On (Day of the Week), (Month) (Day), (Year) damage/vandalism was discovered at 

the (National Historical Park) Compression Station. This damage was unusual and 

suspicious because a main pipeline control box was damaged. Other similar 

appearing control boxes that operated minor pipeline functions were not damaged.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Day of the Week), (Month) (Day), (Year) damage/vandalism was discovered at the 

(National Historical Park) Compression Station. This damage was unusual and suspicious because a main pipeline control 

box was damaged. Other similar appearing control boxes that operated minor pipeline functions were not damaged. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690005 Thursday- 13:10 U.S. Citizen on Travel - Can they get home? Telephone Public Department of State (DOS) White Noise 15

A U.S. family vacationing in (Capital of International Country) is worried about being 

stranded after the (International Country) issues an alert against travel to the 

southern United States.

U.S. Embassy (Capital of International Country) will contact DOS TF with this question. DOS TF will coordinate with applicable 

interagency members to determine and communicate applicable U.S. Government policies.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A U.S. family vacationing in (Capital of International Country) is worried about being 

stranded after the (International Country) issues an alert against travel to the southern United States. "Hi, my name is (Name) 

from (City), (State). My family and I are vacationing in (Capital of International Country) and were supposed to fly home this 

morning on (International Airline) flight number (#), but the flight was cancelled after the government here issued an alert 

against travel to the southern United States. Since the (International Country) issued this travel alert, are we going to be able 

to get home? Are airlines still able to fly to the United States? Can you provide any help in getting us home?" *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

45Z005-01 Wednesday- 11:55 Fingerprints for (Suspected Terrorist(s)) 

Collected in (International Country) e-mail DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International Country)

DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15

(International Country) authorities, acting on information from (Suspected Terrorist) 

arrest and interrogation, trace the movement of several associates to a hotel in 

(International City), (International Country). Upon investigation, (#) questioned 

fingerprints are collected and processed from the hotel on (Day) (Month) (Year). 

(International Country) authorities share these (#) questioned fingerprints with the 

FBI LEGATs in (International City) for possible identification.

Upon receipt of the (#) questioned prints from (International Country) authorities, the FBI LEGAT in (International City) would forward 

the prints to the CT Watch/FBI-SIOC and Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico. Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico would 

conduct analysis and query the IAFIS database. Results of initial analysis and database search on (#) questioned fingerprints should be 

provided to CT Watch/FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database search from FBI controller. If asked, controller 

reports there are two matches in the FBI/IAFIS database. In IAFIS,(Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) matches the prints for (Known 

Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) matches the prints (Known Fingerprint Code #2) 

([Suspected Terrorist #2]). The identities of (Suspected Terrorist #1) and (Suspected Terrorist #2) are known because of their recent 

arrest in (State) by CBP. After receiving this information the FBI player should share this information and (#) questioned fingerprints 

with US VISIT players for further analysis. Assuming the FBI player forwards the (#) sets of prints to US VISIT, US VISIT players should 

run a database search in IDENT. Player should request results of a database search from the US VISIT controller. If asked, controller 

reports there are (#) matches in the IDENT database. Similar to IAFIS, IDENT confirms that (Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) matches 

the prints for (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) print matches the prints (Known 

Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). FBI and US VISIT players should share and report results of database searches with 

appropriate units, organizations, and agencies. Unidentified prints should be stored for future investigation/action.

Inject was created to replace inject 45Z005, which had incorrect data and was 

released. See 45Z005 for requested/responded information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The FBI LEGAT in (International Country) provides the CT Watch/FBI SIOC and Latent 

Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico with a short report and the (#) questioned fingerprints taken from the hotel in 

(International City), (International Country). These prints are identified as: (List of Submitted Fingerprint Code(s)). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030-04 Thursday- 19:40 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/1

Hunters reported to the (State) State Police that they saw an aircraft impact the 

ground on what they thought was the (Name of Location). These hunters were quite 

a long way from the crash and were unable to get to the purported crash site, but 

they did say they saw a brief fire that lasted maybe (Period of Time).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Hunters reported to the (State) State Police that they saw an aircraft impact the ground on 

what they thought was the (Name of Location). These hunter's were quite a long way from the crash and were unable to get to 

the purported crash site, but they did say they saw a brief fire that lasted maybe (Period of Time). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1028-02 Thursday- 15:10 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 4/10/13/5

An arson investigator provides initial investigation results of the fire near (Dam 

Name): Fire is contained, appears to have been the result of a small explosion. 

Investigators onscene discovered traces of wire, pieces of an electric initiator, 

charred plywood, and explosives residue.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An Arson Investigator provides initial investigation results of the fire near (Dam Name): 

Fire is contained, appears to have been the result of a small explosion. Investigators onscene discovered traces of wire, 

pieces of an electric initiator, charred plywood, and explosives residue. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-07 Wednesday- 18:45 Cash Purchase of (#) Gallons of Fuel e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

(Name), one of the (#) (Criminal Organization) members arrested on (Month) 

(Day), (Year) revealed additional info to (Municipality) PD interviewers. S/He 

provided the names of (#) other (Criminal Organization) gang members s/he 

subcontracted. While booking the suspect involved in the local vehicle theft ring, 

(Municipality) PD discover a cell phone among the suspect’s effects.

The names of the other gang members are run by (Municipality) PD. (#) are identified as the suspects in the recent filling station 

incidents. (#) are identified as arrested in a fuel tank truck theft reported by (Municipality #2) and (Municipality #3) Police Departments. 

(Municipality) PD files for and receives a warrant to examine the electronic media device for information associated with the local vehicle 

theft ring and the recent contracted purchase of (#) drums of diesel fuel oil.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Name), one of the (#) (Criminal Organization) members arrested on (Month) (Day), 

(Year) revealed additional info to (Municipality) PD interviewers. S/He provided the names of (#) other (Criminal 

Organization) gang members s/he subcontracted. While booking the suspect involved in the local vehicle theft ring, 

(Municipality) PD discover a cell phone among the suspect’s effects.(Name) (Street Address), Apt.(Alpha) ([Area Name] 

area) (City), (State) (Zip Code) (Name #2) (Same Street Address), Apt.(Same Alpha) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Do not reply 

to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0038-01 Tuesday- 17:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail Intelligence Control Cell (ICC) Private Sector 10/2/5

Maintenance supervisor at (International Energy Company) (Municipality) reports to 

her/his boss that s/he is unable to locate the pipeline schematics and the technical 

drawings for the facility. The drawer containing the schematics is normally closed 

and locked. However, this morning it was wide open. The drawer had signs of 

tampering. The nightly cleaning crew that comes in after hours is suspected 

because they are the only individuals that had access to that part of the offices last 

night.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Maintenance supervisor at (International Energy Company) (Municipality) reports to 

her/his boss that s/he is unable to locate the pipeline schematics and the technical drawings for the facility. The drawer 

containing the schematics is normally closed and locked. However, this morning it was wide open. The drawer had signs of 

tampering. The nightly cleaning crew that comes in after hours is suspected because they are the only individuals that had 

access to that part of the offices last night. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0038-04 Wednesday- 19:15 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

During interrogation, it's discovered the assailant is (Name). S/He admits coercing 

her/his (Relative) into stealing the pipeline schematics. S/He says her/his gang 

leader was contacted by (Criminal Organization) who they are associated with in 

(International Country). Their contacts said to contact (Name #1) at ([Area Code]) 

(Phone Number #1) or (Name #2) at ([Area Code]) (Phone Number #2). The gang 

leader made initial contact and told (Name) to contact (Name #2) at the cell number. 

(Name) contacted (Name #2) and met at (Eating Establishment)'s in the (District 

Name) district. (Name #2) said s/he would pay ($ Amount) for pipeline schematics 

and another ($ Amount) for security plans for the (International Energy Company) 

Refinery in (Municipality) and the (Chemical and Oil Storage Industry) Terminal. 

(Name) knew that her/his (Relative) worked at the (International Energy Company) 

and that (Name #3)'s (Relative) worked at the (Chemical and Oil Storage Industry) 

facility. So, (Name #3) and (Name) worked with their (Relatives) to determine how to 

get any of the information. (Name) also claims that (Name #2) and (Name #1) were 

paying (Criminal Organization #2) to execute other tasks, but s/he didn't know what.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During interrogation, it's discovered the assailant is (Name). S/He admits coercing 

her/his (Relative) into stealing the pipeline schematics. S/He says her/his gang leader was contacted by (Criminal 

Organization) who they are associated with in (International Country). Their contacts said to contact (Name #1) at ([Area 

Code]) (Phone Number #1) or (Name #2) at ([Area Code]) (Phone Number #2). The gang leader made initial contact and 

told (Name) to contact (Name #2) at the cell number. (Name) contacted (Name #2) and met at (Eating Establishment)'s in 

the (District Name) district. (Name #2) said s/he would pay ($ Amount) for pipeline schematics and another ($ Amount) for 

security plans for the (International Energy Company) Refinery in (Municipality) and the (Chemical and Oil Storage Industry) 

Terminal. (Name) knew that her/his (Relative) worked at the (International Energy Company) and that (Name #3)'s (Relative) 

worked at the (Chemical and Oil Storage Industry) facility. So, (Name #3) and (Name) worked with their (Relatives) to 

determine how to get any of the information. (Name) also claims that (Name #2) and (Name #1) were paying (Criminal 

Organization #2) to execute other tasks, but s/he didn't know what. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-06 Thursday- 1:30 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 5

UPDATE on 0015: A (Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), bearing (License 

Plate ID), has arrived at the warehouse building at (Street Address). The driver and 

one passenger exited the vehicle, unlock the door and went inside the building.

Surveillance continues and additional officers are requested.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: A (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), bearing (License 

Plate ID), has arrived at the warehouse building at (Street Address). The driver and one passenger exited the vehicle, unlock 

the door and went inside the building. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-01 Monday- 13:15 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Risk 

Management Plan (RMP) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13

(Ethnicity) (Gender) about (Height) of medium build weighing an estimated 

(Weight) attempted to enter (Chemical and Oil Storage Company) Terminal North 

America Inc. Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle), but was refused entry by the 

security officer at the entrance gate. Officer questioned the authenticity of the 

Transportation Workers. The driver took back her/his card and left the facility. The 

delivery (Vehicle) had a logo of "(Delivery Service Company Logo)"

Check with (Delivery Service Company) Delivery Service to verify the driver is a valid employee and her/his work history.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Ethnicity) (Gender) about (Height) of medium build weighing an estimated (Weight) 

attempted to enter (Chemical and Oil Storage Company) Terminal North America Inc. Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle) but 

was refused entry by the Security Officer at the entrance gate. Officer questioned the authenticity of the Transportation 

Workers. The driver took back her/his card and left the facility. The delivery (Vehicle) had a logo of "(Delivery Service 

Company Logo)"Do not reply to this e-mail. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K030-01 Monday- 20:00 Air Incursion Telephone DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) White Noise 1 Aircraft Incursion-Radar indicates an aircraft having characteristics of an ultra 

light.

Notification to (Municipality) BIC; (Municipality) Field Office State and Local Law Enforcement; Government of (Neighboring 

International Country) via CBP Attache (Capital of Neighboring International Country).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Aircraft Incursion-Radar indicates an aircraft having characteristics of an ultra light; (# 

Distance) (Cardinal Direction) of (International Bridge Name) Bridge (Port of [Port City]). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0075-05 Monday- 6:50:01 PM Suspicious Vehicle e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13/5

(Municipality) PD patrol discovers an abandoned septic tank truck along (Street 

Name), (Cardinal Direction) of (City). The vehicle's hood and doors were left 

opened and the ignition was punched, indicating the vehicle was stolen.

(Municipality) PD runs the septic truck's identification. The vehicle was one of (#) trucks stolen from a (City of Neighboring State) truck 

rental company the previous night.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD patrol discovers an abandoned septic tank truck along (Street Name), 

(Cardinal Direction) of (City). The vehicle's hood and doors were left opened and the ignition was punched, indicating the 

vehicle was stolen. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0041-08 Monday- 17:30 (Chemical Company Name) Chemicals Target 

(White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 5

(Chemical Company Name) Local Emergency Plan Committee (LEPC) coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the 

facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent, but gave an Americanized name. 

Her/His name was (Name). The name shows up on no watch lists or law 

enforcement databases.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Chemical Company) Local Emergency Plan Committee (LEPC) Coordinator reports on 

telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent but gave an 

Americanized name. Her/His name was (Name). The name shows up on no watch lists or law enforcement databases. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0090-03 Monday- 19:45 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) White Noise 15

While interrogating a truck driver who had been apprehended for smuggling illegal 

drugs and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that s/he had been contacted by 

members of the (Criminal Organization) drug cartel to conduct a special mission to 

smuggle up to (#) individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from 

her/his normal missions because (Criminal Organization) wanted her/him to carry 

only these (#) and not the usual (Larger #) that s/he carries. They also asked 

her/him to drive them on her/his normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (U.S. Route 

#) S/He turned down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted the (#) 

individuals transported to (City). The driver would have lost (#) days of smuggling 

and the compensation did not make up for it. S/He was being asked to execute the 

operations on (Day) (Month).

CBP passes to JOIC who, in turn, passes it to the BSOC. CBP also passes document to the appropriate entities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** While interrogating a truck driver who had been apprehended for smuggling illegal drugs 

and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that s/he had been contacted by members of the (Criminal Organization) drug 

cartel to conduct a special mission to smuggle up to (#) individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from 

her/his normal missions because (Criminal Organization) wanted her/him to carry only these (#) and not the usual (Larger #) 

that s/he carries. They also asked her/him to drive them on her/his normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (U.S. Route #) 

S/He turned down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted the (#) individuals transported to (City). The driver 

would have lost (#) days of smuggling and the compensation did not make up for it. S/He was being asked to execute the 

operations on (Day) (Month). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1005 Thursday- 22:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A (State) SP traffic stop last night resulted in the seizure of approximately (Weight) 

of (Illegal Drugs) and ($ Amount) in cash. Trooper (Name) was on patrol on 

(Interstate) (Cardinal Direction) of (City) at about (Time) when s/he observed a 

(Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Model) driving slower than the posted speed limit in the 

left lane of traffic. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was gave observable 

signs of stress. The driver was not able to keep her/his story straight about where 

s/he was going and where s/he came from. The driver was checked for warrants and 

s/he was negative. Trooper (Name) then requested consent to search the (Vehicle), 

and s/he was provided written consent for the search. The search was conducted 

and (Illegal Drug) was located in the spare tire compartment, (#) bundles of (Illegal 

Drug). The driver identified as (Name), and was arrested for Possession of (Illegal 

Drug). ($ Amount) was located on the suspect. (Name) was arrested and 

transported, the vehicle was inventoried and impounded.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A traffic stop last night resulted in the seizure of approximately (#) pounds of marijuana 

and ($ Amount) in cash. Cpl. (Name) was on patrol in the (#) block of (Street Name) at about (Time) (AM/PM) when s/he 

observed a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Model) driving erratically in the (Cardinal Direction) bound lanes. (Name) stopped the 

(Vehicle) and upon contacting the driver detected a strong odor of (Illegal Drug). The driver admitted s/he had been smoking 

a joint and threw it out the window upon seeing the police car. (Illegal Drug) in her/his pocket. Cpl. (Name) placed the 

suspect under arrest and then searched the vehicle, where s/he found (#) pounds of (Illegal Drug) in (#) different bundles, as 

well approximately ($ Amount) in the car and ($ Amount) on the suspect’s person. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1010 Tuesday- 23:30 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

To whom it may concern: My name is (Name) and I am a student at 

(College/University). I would like to report that a group of fellow (Religious 

Followers) have been talking on the social injustice of the (Geographical Region) 

against (Religion) nations, pointing to the war in (International Country) and 

(International Country) as examples. They have expressed desire to fight for fellow 

(Religious Followers) and rid this country of their ignorance. I feel that they are very 

serious about their claims and worried that they might be assaulted by (Alternate 

Religious Followers #1) and (Alternate Religious Followers #2). I wanted to 

document their concerns in case something happened to me.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** To whom it may concern: My name is (Name) and I am a student at (College/University). I 

would like to report that a group of fellow (Religious Follower) have been talking on the social injustice of the (Geographical 

Region) against (Religion) nations, pointing to the war in (International Country) and (International Country) as examples. 

They have expressed desire to fight for fellow (Religious Followers) and rid this country of their ignorance. I feel that they are 

very serious about their claims and worried that they might be assaulted by (Alternate Religious Followers #1) and (Alternate 

Religious Followers #2). I wanted to document their concerns in case something happened to me. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010-02 Wednesday- 12:30 Gun Theft/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

FYI: UPDATE on 0010 from (Municipality) SO> On (Month) (Day), (Year), at 

(Time) hrs., (Municipality) SO Detective (Name) interviewed the suspect, allegedly 

(Suspect's Alias Name), concerning her/his failed attempt to purchase a hunting 

rifle, shotgun, and ammunition from a local (Retail Establishment). Upon being 

advised of the Federal ATF violation and consequences, (Suspect's Alias Name) 

admitted her/his real identity and particulars. Her/His real name is (Suspect's 

Name) and s/he resides at (Street Address), (City). S/His DOB is (Month) (Day) 

(Year) and her/his SSN is (Social Security #). (Suspect's Name) admitted s/he was 

offered cash and drugs by a neighborhood acquaintance if s/he would purchase 

various firearms and ammunition in alias, untraceable names. The neighborhood 

acquaintance was identified by (Suspect's Name) as: (Name #2) who lives in 

(Suspect's Name)’s neighborhood in (City). (Municipality) SO Detective (Name) 

continued the interview of (Suspect's Name) regarding her/his history of 

purchasing firearms and ammunition under alias names. (Suspect's Name) stated 

during the past (#) months, s/he has suc

(Municipality) SO forwards details of the interview to (State) (FC) for any additional info on the person the suspect claims will provide 

cash and drugs in return for purchasing the weapons.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: UPDATE on 0010 from (Municipality) SO> On (Month) (Day), (Year), at (Time) hrs, 

(Municipality) SO Detective (Name) interviewed the suspect, allegedly (Suspect's Alias Name), concerning her/his failed 

attempt to purchase a hunting rifle, shotgun, and ammunition from a local (Retail Establishment). Upon being advised of the 

Federal ATF violation and consequences, (Suspect's Alias Name) admitted her/his real identity and particulars. Her/His real 

name is (Suspect's Name) and s/he resides at (Street Address), (City). Her/His DOB is (Month) (Day) (Year) and her/his 

SSN is (Social Security #). (Name) admitted s/he was offered cash and drugs by a neighborhood acquaintance if s/he would 

purchase various firearms and ammunition in alias, untraceable names. The neighborhood acquaintance was identified by 

(Suspect's Name) as: (Name #2) who lives in (Suspect's Name)’s neighborhood in (City). (Municipality) SO Detective 

(Name) continued the interview of (Suspect's Name) regarding her/his history of purchasing firearms and ammunition under 

alias names. (Suspect's Name) stated during the past (Period of Time), s/he has successfully purchased approximately (#) 

rifles, shotguns, and/or handguns which s/he sold or traded to (Name #2) for cash or drugs. S/He typically received around 

($ Amount) - ($ Amount) above her/his purchase price or an equivalent quantity of drugs for her/his sales. Purchases were 

made at stores and pawn shops within a (#) miles radius of (City) and (Suspect's Name) used the name (Suspect's Alias 

Name #1) or (Suspect's Alias Name #2) on all the sales. S/He would immediately deliver the firearms or ammunition to 

(Name #2) who resides at (Street Address), (City). (Name #2) is approximately the same age as (Suspect's Name) and is 

(Height), weighs (Weight), is (Complexion Color) completed and has several tattoos. Additional Information: Stores 

(Suspect's Name) recalls dealing with (s/he always destroyed the paperwork after showing [Name #2] the sales prices): 

(Pawn Shop) in (City) (Retail Establishment) in (City #2), (State) (Firearms and Ammunition Retail Establishment) in (City 

#3), (State) (Hunting Retail Establishment) in (City #4), (State) (Pawn Shop #2) in (City #5), (State) Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010 Tuesday- 22:00 Gun Theft/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

On (Month) (Day), (Year), at (Time), (Municipality) SO Deputy (Name) responded 

to the (Street Name) (Retail Establishment) regarding a subject attempting to 

purchase firearms ([Gun Type] and [Gun Type #2]) and ammunition using false ID 

for the ATF Form 4473. During the onscene interview, the subject became 

uncooperative and was taken into police custody for the fictitious ID.

(Municipality) SO dispatches patrol to investigate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year), at (Military Time) hours, (Municipality) SO Deputy 

(Name) responded to the (Street Name) (Retail Establishment) regarding a subject attempting to purchase firearms ([Gun 

Type] and [Gun Type #2]) and ammunition using false ID for the ATF Form 4473. During the onscene interview the subject 

became uncooperative and was taken into police custody for the fictitious ID. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005 Monday- 18:30 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) RMP e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13/5

(Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal North America Inc. LEPC coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the 

(Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Facility. Requestor was more aggressive than 

most and really pushed the LEPC coordinator to mail out the information that day. 

S/He said it was urgent, but refused to explain why. Asked that the copies be sent to 

(Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code)

Local law enforcement (the recipient) contacts the regional fusion center with this information. The Fusion Center compiles this data with 

other associated information. Fusion Center should forward information to National Level agencies.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal North America Inc. LEPC Coordinator 

reports on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Facility. 

Requestor was more aggressive than most and really pushed the LEPC Coordinator to mail out the information that day. S/He 

said it was urgent, but refused to explain why. Asked that the copies be sent to (Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code) Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480005-02 Thursday- 0:00 The threat against oil storage facilities in 

(State) is eliminated. e-mail Houston PD DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 13 The (Municipality) PD pull the suspects over and deem the threat not credible. The State closes the investigation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The police investigate further and reveal to find the (Genders) matching the description. 

During questioning, the (Genders) reveal that they are world travelers and just like to see amazing things. The comment was 

nothing more then that. The threat is deemed not credible. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K030-08 Tuesday- 8:00 Narcotics smuggling out of the (City) Area of 

Responsibility (AOR) Telephone DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) White Noise 1/15 Information received regarding possible narcotics smuggling out of the (City) AOR 

to (City), (State) Notify Field Operations, all stations in LRT, AOR, AMOC, and JOIC. Notification BIC-(City) Sector 956-764-3091

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Information received regarding possible narcotics smuggling out of the (City) AOR to 

(City #2),(State) "I am calling on what I believe is a (Color) and (Color) (Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type) (possibly an 

[Vehicle Model]), may possibly be used to smuggle narcotics out of the (City) area on today’s date. The vehicle should be 

driven by “(First Name)”. I think he is going to (City #2)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45Z001 Monday- 15:40

(Suspected Terrorist) and (Suspected 

Terrorist) Latent Fingerprints Captured 

Overseas

Memorandum DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International City) DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15/5

Following the (Month) (Year) terrorist attacks – (International 

Country)/(International Country) authorities investigating attacks in (Continent) 

collected (#) questioned latent fingerprints from explosives and bomb making 

materials at several different crime scenes. These fingerprints were processed by 

(International Country)/(International Country) authorities and forwarded to FBI 

LEGAT in (International City) and (International City #2) for identification purposes.

Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico, will conduct analysis and query the IAFIS database. Results of initial database search on the 

(#) questioned fingerprints should be provided to CT Watch / FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database search 

from FBI controller. If asked, controller should report there are no matches in the FBI database. After failing to make any fingerprint 

matches in the FBI / IAFIS database – the FBI player should share these (#) questioned fingerprints with US VISIT players. Assuming 

the FBI player forwards the (#) questioned fingerprints to US VISIT. The US VISIT player should run a database search in IDENT. US 

VISIT player should request results of search from US VISIT controller. If asked, controller should report there are no matches in the 

IDENT database. FBI and US VISIT players should share and report negative results of database searches and store records for future 

investigation/action.

Release: (Day) (Month) (Year) – (Time) (Time Zone) ([Time] [Time Zone])

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** 1) FBI Legit in (International City) forwards (#) questioned fingerprints collected from 

crime scenes in (International Country), (International Country #2), (International Country #3) and (International Country #4) 

to CT Watch / FBI-SIOC and Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico. These prints are identified as: (List of Submitted 

Fingerprints Code(s)).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-07 Wednesday- 21:30 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13/10/5

(Municipality) PD investigators obtain further details from Prisoner (Name). The 

(#) (Genders) asked her/him if s/he could steal explosives and blasting caps from 

the coal mine. If he could, they promised to pay her/him ($ Amount) and increase that 

to ($ Amount) if s/he was able to get someone to help her/him obtain more from any 

other source. S/He thought s/he could. S/He got caught on her/his first attempt.

(Municipality) PD investigators pass all details of the investigation to the (State) FC for further investigation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD investigators obtain further details from Prisoner (Name). The (#) 

(Genders) asked her/him if s/he could steal explosives and blasting caps from the coal mine. If s/he could, they promised to 

pay her/him ($ Amount) and increase that to ($ Amount) if s/he was able to get someone to help her/him obtain more from any 

other source. S/He thought s/he could. S/He got caught on her/his first attempt. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690007 Wednesday- 23:59 France Issues Warning Against Travel to 

United States Web site Public Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 15

This is a (#) series inject intended to be released after the (International Country) 

issues a warning against travel to the United States. (International Country #2) will 

follow suit.

DOS TF coordinates with DOS Public Affairs, DHS, and White House to coordinate U.S. Government response to warnings against 

travel to the United States.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is a (#) series inject intended to be released after the (International Country) issues a 

warning against travel to the United States. (International Country #2) will follow suit. These warning will come via a press 

release posted on the (International Country #2) Ministry of Foreign Affairs Web site. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-02 Tuesday- 14:40 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) RMP e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 12/5

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Terminal North America Inc. and explains s/he is a student at the 

(College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the 

energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products, 

hazard to the community, storage capacity, number of employees, emergency 

response capability, etc.

Receptionist should refer caller to the facility PIO who should respond to questions in accordance with company policy.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal 

North America Inc. and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national 

importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products, hazard to the community, 

storage capacity, number of employees, emergency response capability, etc. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-31 Thursday- 15:00 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/5

(International Energy Company) (Port Name), (Port City) LEPC coordinator reports 

on telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. 

Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent but would not give her/his name. The name 

shows up on no watch lists or LE databases.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (International Energy Company) (Port Name), (Port City) LEPC Coordinator reports on 

telephone requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. Requestor had an (Ethnicity) accent but would not 

give her/his name. The name shows up on no watch lists or LE databases. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3000-06 Thursday- 19:30 (Suspected Terrorist) Provides (City) Cell 

Warehouse Address Face to Face (State) VCC (Simulation) DOJ / Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 10/5

Terrorist (Name) finally provides the address of a warehouse where VBIED 

materials are being gathered and bombs being built. Address is (Street Address), 

(City), (State).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Terrorist (Name) finally provides the address of a warehouse where VBIED materials are 

being gathered and bombs being built. Address is (Street Address), (City), (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-32 Thursday- 19:00 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13

A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (International Energy Company) (Port 

Name), (Port City) Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle), but was refused entry by the 

security officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and 

immediately turned around and drove away. Her/His departure was very reckless. 

S/He was trying to avoid being stopped and further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnicity) (Gender) attempted to enter (International Energy Company) (Port Name), 

(Port City) Facility driving a delivery (Vehicle), but was refused entry by the security officer at the entrance gate. When asked 

to provide TWIC, s/he refused and immediately turned around and drove away. Her/His departure was very reckless. S/He was 

trying to avoid being stopped and further questioned. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***
0045-34 Thursday- 19:00 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/5

Security official at the (International Energy Company) (Port Name), (Port City) 

noticed several individuals watching the facility from the public road at various times 

of the day for the past several days. S/He realized that it was the same individuals 

although the vehicles they were in were different. When s/he approached them, the 

vehicle quickly departed and s/he did not get the license plate. It was a (Vehicle 

Color) (Vehicle Make) late model (Vehicle Type) with some sort of logo on both 

doors.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Security Official at the (International Energy Company) (Port Name), (Port City) noticed 

several individuals watching the facility from the public road at various times of the day for the past several days. S/He realized 

that it was the same individuals although the vehicles they were in were different. When s/he approached them, the vehicle 

quickly departed and s/he did not get the license plate. It was a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) late model (Vehicle Type) with 

some sort of logo on both doors. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-02 Tuesday- 20:00 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

During questioning, the suspect admitted to breaking into the gun shop in order to 

steal as many weapons and ammunition as s/he could load into the (Vehicle Type) 

located behind the gun shop. After admitting this, the suspect became uncooperative 

and refused to answer further questioning. Suspect was left in the interrogation 

room for some time before the interrogation resumed.

Suspect is left in the interrogation room while police run a check on the identity of the attempted burglary suspect. They discover s/he had 

recently been charged with possession of a controlled substance.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: UPDATE on Gun Shop Theft regarding 0011. During questioning, the suspect 

admitted to breaking into the gun shop in order to steal as many (Gun Type) and (Gun Type #2) as s/he could load into the 

(Vehicle) located behind the gun shop. After admitting this, the suspect became uncooperative and refused to reply to further 

questioning. Suspect was left in the interrogation room for some time before the interrogation resumed. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-01 Wednesday- 16:10 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Suspicious 

Activity Report (SAR) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) 13

(Municipality) police officer arrives onscene at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Terminal Facility. Individual is still present and officer approaches her/him to let 

her/him know s/he is in a restricted area and should not be taking pictures. Individual 

becomes violent, picks up a rock, throws it at the officer and then attempts to run 

away. Officer pursues individual and takes her/him into custody. Individual provides a 

valid (State) driver's license. S/He is identified as (Name) from (City), (State).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Officer arrives onscene at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Terminal Facility. Individual is still present and Officer approaches her/him to let her/him know s/he is in a restricted area and 

should not be taking pictures. Individual becomes violent, picks up a rock, throws it at the officer and then attempts to run away. 

Officer pursues individual and takes her/him into custody. Individual provides a valid (State) driver's license. S/He is identified 

as (Name) from (City), (State).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-04 Wednesday- 15:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13

A review of guest records from (Month) (Day), (Year), reveal (#) (Genders) 

checked into the (Lodging Establishment) on (Month) (Day), (Year). They shared a 

room, which they secured with cash and one of their driver's licenses. The license 

was issued to (Name) with (State) DL# (Driver's License #).

(Municipality) PD investigators run a check on (State) DL# (Driver's License ID).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A review of guest records from (Month) (Day), (Year), reveal (#) (Genders) checked into 

the Inn on (Month) (Day), (Year). They shared a room, which they secured with cash and one of their driver's licenses. The 

license was issued to (Name) with (State) DL# (Driver's License #). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1014 Tuesday- 22:00 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

A caller revealed that there was going to be something "big" to occur in (City), 

(State), during the next upcoming weeks. The caller did not reveal anymore 

information. The caller is determined to be a (Gender) with a strong (Type of 

Accent) accent. The investigation continues.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A caller revealed that there was going to be something "big" to occur in (City), (State), 

during the next upcoming weeks. The caller did not reveal any more information. The caller is determined to be a (Gender) 

with a strong (Type of Accent) accent. The investigation continues.. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-05 Tuesday- 18:10 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(State) SP investigators conduct a more detailed search of the arrested speeding 

suspect's vehicle at the impound facility based on information from the suspect 

during the interview that there was additional (Illegal Drug) hidden in the car. 

During the search, a cell phone camera is located in the vehicle that was not located 

in the inventory and an additional (#) (Weight) of (Illegal Drug) in a hidden 

compartment.

The suspect provides written consent for the investigators to view the pictures on the camera.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Additional information regarding traffic stop by (State) SP Trooper on (Interstate) 

(Cardinal Direction) (00008). (State) SP/BOI investigators contacted and responded to the scene. Investigators conduct a 

more detailed search of the arrested speeding suspect's vehicle at the impound facility based on information from the suspect 

during the interview that there was additional (Illegal Drug) hidden in the car. During the search a cell phone camera is 

located in the vehicle that was not located in the inventory. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0002-02 Tuesday- 73:00:01 PM Warehouse Complaints Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 10/5

While awaiting (Municipality) FD, (Municipality) PD interviews the warehouse 

property manager and learns the facility was rented to (Name) in early (Month), 

(Year). (Municipality) FD arrives. (Municipality) FD personnel instruct the 

warehouse property manager to unlock the warehouse. FD personnel enter the 

warehouse and discover empty (#) gallon plastic containers behind a cubicle formed 

by cardboard boxes and wooden crates. The plastic containers smelled like they 

once contained diesel fuel. There are also small piles of fertilizer scattered around 

(#) wooden pallets. Upon closer inspection, the residue piles are believed to be 

(Chemical Compound). Based on findings, determination is made to contact 

(Municipality) PD bomb squad, (Municipality) PD investigative personnel, JTTF, 

and ATF.

(Municipality) PD notifies (Municipality) Bomb Squad and (Municipality) PD investigative personnel, JTTF, and ATF. (Municipality) PD 

onscene personnel secure the warehouse and establish a perimeter. Upon arrival of investigative personnel, an investigation is initiated. 

This includes personal interviews and the acquisition of pertinent information for a search warrant of the premises. The search warrant 

is authorized, the search is conducted and evidence is secured. (Municipality) PD Intelligence contacts (State) FC regarding ongoing 

investigation at (City) warehouse indicating the possibility that it was used to store or produce explosive materials.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** While awaiting (Municipality) FD, (Municipality) PD interviews the warehouse property 

manager and learns the facility was rented to (Name) in early (Month), (Year). (Municipality) FD arrives. (Municipality) FD 

personnel instruct the warehouse property manager to unlock the warehouse. FD personnel enter the warehouse and discover 

empty (#) gallon plastic containers behind a cubicle formed by cardboard boxes and wooden crates. The plastic containers 

smelled like they once contained diesel fuel. There are also small piles of fertilizer scattered around (#) wooden pallets. Upon 

closer inspection, the residue piles are believed to be (Chemical Compound). Based on findings, determination is made to 

contact (Municipality) PD bomb squad, (Municipality) PD investigative personnel, JTTF, and ATF. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0004 Tuesday- 18:30 Lease of Septic Tank Trucks e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5

FYI: (Municipality) SO has received a complaint regarding suspicious activity, 

which follows: The manager of an industrial rental company in (City) reported 

leasing water tank trucks to (#) (Gender) on (Month) (Day) for a project near (City 

#2). The (#) (Gender) were in their early (Age Decade) and appeared to be of 

(Ethnicity) and (Race), or one maybe (Ethnicity) decent. The manager's employee 

became suspicious when s/he has not been able to contact the renters about 

returning the trucks by (Month) (Day) as contracted.

(Municipality) Sheriff’s Dept. dispatches a deputy to investigate incident. (Municipality) Sheriff’s Dept. runs data collected on the driver's 

licenses and credit cards provided by the truck rental manager.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (Municipality) SO has received a complaint regarding suspicious activity, which 

follows: The manager of an industrial rental company in (City) reported leasing water tank trucks to (#) (Gender) on (Month) 

(Day) for a project near (City #2). The (#) (Gender) were in their early (Age Decade) and appeared to be of (Ethnicity) and 

(Color), or one maybe (Ethnicity) decent. The manager's employee became suspicious when s/he has not been able to 

contact the renters about returning the trucks by (Month) (Day) as contracted. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014-08 Wednesday- 13:30 Stolen Fertilizer e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13

Hey (Name): Just wanted to let you know about this information that we received 

yesterday. On (Month) (Day), at (Time), the (Municipality) PD Detectives were 

advised by a truck rental employee that they received a truck rental return used by a 

possible (Name). The caller advised there were the same type (Color) granules in 

the bed of the truck as when a recent rental was used to haul materials to make 

(Illegal Drug). If you need any more information let me know.

Narcotics Investigators respond to the scene to check out the truck, the granules and retrieve the rental information. Investigators 

research the rental record and driver information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Hey (Name): Just wanted to let you know about this information that we received yesterday. 

On (Month) (Day), at (Time), the (Municipality) PD Detectives were advised by a truck rental employee that they received a 

truck rental return used by a possible (Name). The caller advised there were the same type (Color) granules in the bed of the 

truck as when a recent rental was used to haul materials to make (Illegal Drug). If you need any more information let me know. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-04 Tuesday- 16:00 Warehouse Complaints Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 10/5

Residue found at the warehouse is identified as (Chemical Compound) and 

(Diesel), the main ingredients for producing (Explosive Mixture) explosive. The 

credit card ([Credit Card Type] credit card # [Credit Card #]) used to rent the 

warehouse was reported lost by (Name) on (Month) (Day), several days after it was 

used to rent the warehouse. Fingerprints identified at the warehouse include those 

of (Name #2), whose last known residence was (Street Address), (City), (State) 

(Zip Code). (Name #2) is reported to have ties with (Terrorist Organization) and 

has a reputation as an expert in terrorist finance. Her/His last known location was 

thought to be (City), (State). (Municipality) PD intelligence analysts initiate analysis 

of findings in (Municipality) warehouse investigation.

(Municipality) PD intelligence analysts complete analysis of findings in (Municipality) warehouse investigation and forward analysis to 

(State) IFC and participating investigating agencies. Any links to suspicious activity are included in (Municipality) PD intelligence 

analysts’ report.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Residue found at the warehouse is identified as (Chemical Compound) and (Chemical 

Compound #2), the main ingredients for producing (Explosive Mixture) explosive. The credit card ([Credit Card Type] credit 

card # [Credit Card #]) used to rent the warehouse was reported lost by (Name) on (Month) (Day), several days after it was 

used to rent the warehouse. Fingerprints identified at the warehouse include those of (Name #2), whose last known residence 

was (Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code). (Name #2) is reported to have ties with (Terrorist Organization)and has a 

reputation as an expert in terrorist finance. Her/His last known location was thought to be (City), (State). (Municipality) PD 

Intelligence Analysts initiate analysis of findings in (Municipality) warehouse investigation. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-02 Tuesday- 23:00 Cash Purchase of (#) Gallons of Fuel e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

A convenience store manager on (City) reported a robbery by assault by (#) 

(Gender) during a fuel purchase on (Day of the Week) (Time of Day), (Month) 

(Day). (Municipality) PD patrol interviewed the (City) convenience store manager 

regarding the assault complaint. The (#) suspects punched and kicked her/him 

when s/he tried to intervene between them and a (Gender) customer they were 

harassing. The manager and the customer provided descriptions and a license 

plate number. The (Genders) left without paying for diesel fuel they had pumped.

(Municipality) PD dispatches patrol to investigate the convenience store manager's complaint.(Municipality) PD patrol runs check on the 

license plate number provided by the manager and customer. The vehicle came up as a (Vehicle Type) registered to address on (Street 

Name) and was involved in a similar incident earlier today.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***A convenience store manager on (City) reported a robbery by assault by (#) (Gender) 

during a fuel purchase on (Day of the Week) (Time of Day), (Month) (Day). (Municipality) PD patrol interviewed the (City) 

convenience store manager regarding the assault complaint. The (#) suspects punched and kicked her/him when s/he tried to 

intervene between them and a (Gender) customer they were harassing. The manager and the customer provided descriptions 

and a license plate number. The (Genders) left without paying for diesel fuel they had pumped. (Municipality) PD patrol runs 

check on the license plate number provided by the manager and customer. The vehicle came up as a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle 

Type) registered to address on (Street Address), (City), (State) and was involved in a similar incident earlier (Month) (Day), 

(Year). (Municipality) PD patrol obtains additional information from the victim of the assault and a witness at the convenience 

store. The (#) suspects were (Race) and filled several large drums with diesel fuel. The drums were sitting in the back of the 

(Vehicle). The (Gender) did not appear to be armed, but scared the (Gender) customer enough to make her/him scream for 

help. (Municipality) PD issues a BOLO on the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with the license number provided by the 

convenience store manager, as well as an arrest and search warrant. Police Report# (Month)(Day)- (Report ID #) 

(Municipality) PD Patrol (Name) Victim: (Victim Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Contact 

Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number) Description of Suspects Suspect1: (Color) (Gender) Height: (Height Range) 

Build: (Body Type) ([#] lbs) Hair: N/A Eyes: N/A Suspect 2: (Color) (Gender) Height: (Height) Build: (Body Type) ([#] lbs) 

Hair: N/A Eyes: N/A Vehicle: (Color) (Vehicle Type) License Plate: (License Plate ID) Registered owner: (Name) (Gender) 

Customer: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Contact Number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number) 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-09 Wednesday- 23:00 Cash Purchase of (#) Gallons of Fuel e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5

(Municipality) PD investigator’s examines the phone numbers and text messages in 

the cell phone of the suspect believed involved in a local vehicle theft ring. There is 

one number ([Phone Number]) that is associated with a (Name). The suspect 

thought to be involved with the local vehicle theft ring reveals s/he is paid for delivery 

of various services contracted by local members of the (Criminal Organization) 

Drug Cartel. S/He has provided them vehicles in the past and recently was 

contracted to deliver (#) drums of diesel fuel. S/He has always received payment 

from account number EX (Account #) directly to her/his (Bank Name) Bank account.

Data from the suspect’s cell phone is run. Several phone numbers are associated with members of the local chapter of the (Criminal 

Organization) Drug Cartel. (Municipality) PD completes report on relation of recent filling station incidents and vehicle thefts. Copies of 

the report are forwarded to the FBI, (State) Fusion Center and State Police.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD investigator’s examines the phone numbers and text messages in the 

cell phone of the suspect believed involved in a local vehicle theft ring. There is one number ([Phone Number]) that is 

associated with a (Name). The suspect thought to be involved with the local vehicle theft ring reveals s/he is paid for delivery 

of various services contracted by local members of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. S/He has provided them 

vehicles in the past and recently was contracted to deliver (#) drums of diesel fuel. S/He has always received payment from 

account number EX (Account #) directly to her/his (Bank Name) Bank account.. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002 Monday- 17:05 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

A (Petroleum Transportation Company) diesel tank truck driver reported the theft of 

her/his rig at the (Truck Stop Name) Truck Stop, located just outside the city limits 

of (City) (State)

Sheriff dispatches a deputy to the truck stop to interview the truck driver and employees of the truck stop.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Petroleum Transportation Company) diesel tank truck driver reported the theft of her/his 

rig at the (Truck Stop Name) Truck Stop located just outside the city limits of (City), (State). Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1038 Thursday- 14:20 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 13

(State) Law Enforcement officials have noticed an increase in chatter on pedophile 

sites, pornographic sites involving radical speech, posting of linked sites, and 

suspicious conversations that make no sense.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Law Enforcement officials have noticed an increase in chatter on pedophile sites, 

pornographic sites involving radical speech, posting of linked sites, and suspicious conversations that make no sense. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010 Thursday- 14:00 Gang Related drive-by-shooing/Safe House, 

(Municipality) PD Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD 911 receives a call of a possible (Malicious Wounding) in front of 

a local apartment building. (State) PD arrives and finds (#) deceased (Ethnicity) 

(Gender) in her/his early (Age Decade)’s. (Municipality) PD begins initial 

investigation of the shooting including interviews with a witness. The interview with 

the witness indicates that it is suspected that the drive-by-shooting was conducted 

by (#) (Genders) driving a (Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle 

Model). The witness stated that the victim returned fire on the vehicle during the 

incident and may have hit at least (#) of the shooters. The witness also states that 

the victim is a known gang member and drug dealer.

A police report is filed and (Municipality) PD gang unit/intelligence unit is notified. Police open investigation into shooting. 

(Municipality) PD gang unit researches the identity of the victim.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD 911 receives a call of a possible (Malicious Wounding) in front of a 

local apartment building. (State) PD arrives and finds (#) deceased (Ethnicity) (Gender) in her/his early (Age Decade)’s. 

(Municipality) PD begins initial investigation of the shooting including interviews with a witness. The interview with the 

witness indicates that it is suspected that the drive-by-shooting was conducted by (#) (Genders) driving a (Vehicle Color) late 

model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). The witness stated that the victim returned fire on the vehicle during the incident and 

may have hit at least (#) of the shooters. The witness also states that the victim is a known gang member and drug dealer. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-03 Wednesday- 76:30:01 PM Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (Interstate), (Cardinal Direction) of (City), in (County), (State), HP attempted to 

conduct a vehicle stop of a (Vehicle Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) for 

committing a traffic violation. As the officers attempted to pull the vehicle over, the 

vehicle sped off at a high rate of speed. After a short chase, the driver lost control of 

the vehicle veered off the road, crashing into a wall. The suspect, a (Gender) 

(Race) with (Hair Color) hair, approximately (Age Range) years old managed to 

exit the vehicle and escape. After a search of the vehicle, it was found to contain (#) 

knapsacks full of (Illegal Drug). The (State) HP Trooper ran the VIN and license 

plate on the vehicle. It resulted in the vehicle being stolen, and the plate belonging to 

the same vehicle description but a different VIN. The (State) HP Troopers 

transmitted a description of the suspect and towed the vehicle. The (State) HP 

Trooper calls in to Troop (Alpha) HQ and a statewide manhunt is generated.

(State) HP Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP analyst. A 

statewide manhunt is issued for the driver of the (Vehicle Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Interstate), (Cardinal Direction) of (City), in (County), (State) HP attempted to 

conduct a vehicle stop of a (Vehicle Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) for committing a traffic violation. As the officers 

attempted to pull the vehicle over, the vehicle sped off at a high rate of speed. After a short chase, the driver lost control of the 

vehicle veered off the road, crashing into a wall. The suspect, a (Gender) (Race) with (Hair Color) hair, approximately (Age 

Range) years old managed to exit the vehicle and escape. After a search of the vehicle, it was found to contain (#) knapsacks 

full of (Illegal Drug). The (State) HP Trooper ran the VIN and license plate on the vehicle. It resulted in the vehicle being 

stolen, and the plate belonging to the same vehicle description but a different VIN. The (State) HP Troopers transmitted a 

description of the suspect and towed the vehicle. The (State) HP Trooper calls in to Troop (Alpha) HQ and a state-wide 

manhunt is generated. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-04 Wednesday- 16:30 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (Interstate), near (City) in (County), (State) HP attempted to stop a driver for 

driving over the speed limit. The driver exited (Interstate) and pulled into a service 

station. When the driver was approached, s/he stated s/he had no identification and 

had escaped from a drug treatment center. The car belonged to her/his 

(Gender)friend. The (State) HP Trooper noted the driver’s information and ran it. It 

resulted in an outstanding felony warrant out of (City) for the driver. The driver was 

placed under arrest. As the (State) HP Trooper looked over the vehicle, s/he noted 

that there was damage to the right front fender and what appeared to be blood.

(State) HP trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Interstate), near (City) in (County), (State) HP attempted to stop a driver for driving 

over the speed limit. The driver exited (Interstate) and pulled into a service station. When the driver was approached, s/he 

stated s/he had no identification and had escaped from a drug treatment center. The car belonged to her/his (Gender)friend. 

The (State) HP Trooper noted the driver’s information and ran it. It resulted in an outstanding felony warrant out of (City) for 

the driver. The driver was placed under arrest. As the (State) HP Trooper looked over the vehicle, s/he noted that there was 

damage to the right front fender and what appeared to be blood. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003 Monday- 14:30 (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13 (Municipality) PD officers conduct a raid on a local crack house. During the raid, officers arrest (#) suspects and recover pocket litter, including a cell phone. (Municipality) PD files for a warrant to search the contents of the cell phone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD officers conduct a raid on a local crack house. During the raid, officers arrest (#) suspects and recover pocket litter, including a cell phone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-01 Monday- 2:30:01 PM (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13 (Municipality) PD receives a warrant to search the contents of the cell phone discovered during the raid of a (City) crack house (Municipality) PD lab technicians examine the contents of the cell phone, including recently called numbers. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD receives a warrant to search the contents of the cell phone discovered during the raid of an (City) crack house *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-02 Thursday- 19:00 (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) PD technicians recover data from the cell phone confiscated during 

the crack house raid. (Municipality) PD receives subscriber information for 

numbers found in cell phone. Subscriber information reveals names of those 

individuals associated with numbers in the confiscated phone.

(Municipality) PD analyst receives a list of numbers and the subscribers that are associated with each. One of the numbers ([Phone 

Number]) and the name associated with this number called recently by a suspect arrested during the (City) crack house raid as 

belonging to (Name); (Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code). (Municipality) PD analysts further research (Name) and ([Phone 

Number]) in appropriate law enforcement indices.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD technicians recover data from the cell phone confiscated during the 

crack house raid. (Municipality) PD receives subscriber information for numbers found in cell phone. Subscriber information 

reveals names of those individuals associated with numbers in the confiscated phone.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-01 Wednesday- 17:30 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13/5

During the interview with the long haul truck driver, s/he admits that a fellow truck 

driver told her/him about the prostitution operation being run out of the mobile home. 

The truck driver stated that his friend utilized the services twice in exchange for 

several hundreds gallons of diesel fuel that he was supposed to deliver to the nearby 

filling station. The interview with the fillings station manager indicated that the 

mobile home was frequented by a variety of (Gender) at all hours and that most of 

the customers lately, were truck drivers. The interview with the neighbor indicated 

that several months ago several (Ethnicity) women and men had moved into the 

mobile home and set up what was in her/his opinion, obviously, a prostitution 

operation.

(Municipality) PD receives a warrant to search the mobile home for evidence of a prostitution operation. (Municipality) PD raids the 

mobile home off (Interstate). During the raid, police arrest (#) women and (#) men, (#) of the (Gender) were patrons. (Municipality) PD 

searches the mobile home for evidence and transports suspects to (Municipality) PD HQ for interviewing.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During the interview with the long-haul truck driver s/he admits that a fellow truck driver 

told her/him about the prostitution operation being run out of the mobile home. The truck driver stated that her/his friend 

utilized the services twice in exchange for several hundred gallons of diesel fuel that s/he was supposed to deliver to the 

nearby filling station. The interview with the fillings station manager indicated that the mobile home was frequented by a 

variety of (Gender) at all hours and that most of the customers lately, were truck drivers. The interview with the neighbor 

indicated that several months ago several (Ethnicity) women and men had moved into the mobile home and set up what was in 

her/his opinion, obviously, a prostitution operation. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-02 Wednesday- 20:00 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) PD runs background checks on residents and patrons arrested 

during a raid on a prostitution operation. (#) of the patrons were identified as 

truckers; the (#) was a (Gender) who lived in a neighboring home. The (#) (Gender) 

and (#) (Gender), who ran the operation, produced forged identification.

(Municipality) PD runs the identities of the (#) patrons, as well as fingerprints and other identifying features from the (#) (Gender) and 

(#) other (Gender) who ran the prostitution operation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD runs background checks on residents and patrons arrested during a 

raid on a prostitution operation. (#) of the patrons were identified as truckers; the (#) was a (Gender) who lived in a 

neighboring home. The (#) (Gender) and (#) (Gender), who ran the operation, produced forged identification.*** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0006 Tuesday- 19:30 (City) Fertilizer Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

The owner of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) store in (City) calls 911 about 

a burglary occurring during the night at her/his feed store. The owner arrived and 

opened the store at (Time) and noted that the lock on the loading dock warehouse 

door had been cut. The owner had not determined what was stolen at that time.

(Municipality) PD dispatches patrol to a possible burglary at the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The owner of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) store in (City) calls 911 about a 

burglary occurring during the night at her/his feed store. The owner arrived and opened the store at (Time) and noted that the 

lock on the loading dock warehouse door had been cut. The owner had not determined what was stolen at that time. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-01 Tuesday- 19:30 (City) Fertilizer Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) patrol officer arrives onscene and conducts initial investigation of 

possible burglary of (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store, including interview 

of the store owner.

(Municipality) PD patrol conducts initial investigation on the possible burglary of (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) patrol officer arrives onscene and conducts initial investigation of possible 

burglary of (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store including, interview of the store owner. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

0006-03 Tuesday- 16:05 (City) Fertilizer Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(City) narcotics investigators were asked to investigate an area (Truck Rental 

Company) truck rental facility on complaints that a truck had been returned that had 

possibly been used as a mobile (Illegal Drug) lab. The (Truck Rental Company) 

manager advised the truck bed contained similar (Color) granules as a previous 

rental that had been used as a (Illegal Drug) lab. Further evidence in the 

investigation reveals that the truck was rented to a (Name), DL (Driver License ID), 

and (Credit Car Type) (Credit Card #). The interview with the (Truck Rental 

Company) manager indicates that the (Genders) who rented the (Truck Rental 

Company) truck, returned with (Color) granules in the bed, were driving a (Color) 

and (Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle). Upon further investigation, it 

is determined that the residue found in the (Truck Rental Company) truck is 

(Chemical Compound), specifically, (# Percentage) (Organic Compound).

(Municipality) PD intelligence analysts run the information (Name, DL, Credit Card) on the suspect and vehicle description in 

appropriate indices.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (City) Narcotics Investigators were asked to investigate an area (Truck Rental Company) 

truck rental facility on complaints that a truck had been returned that had possibly been used as a mobile (Illegal Drug) lab. 

The (Truck Rental Company) manager advised the truck bed contained similar (Color) granules as a previous rental that had 

been used as a (Illegal Drug) lab. Further evidence in the investigation reveals that the truck was rented to a (Name), DL 

(Driver License ID), and (Credit Car Type) (Credit Card #). The interview with the (Truck Rental Company) manager 

indicates that the (Genders) who rented the (Truck Rental Company) truck, returned with (Color) granules in the bed, were 

driving a (Color) and (Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle). Upon further investigation, it is determined that the 

residue found in the (Truck Rental Company) truck is (Chemical Compound), specifically, (# Percentage) (Organic 

Compound).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-04 Tuesday- 21:30 (City) Fertilizer Theft Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13/5

(Municipality) PD intelligence analysts conduct analysis and assessment of the 

findings of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store burglary investigation and 

prepare a report for TPD/JTTF and (State) IFC, as appropriate.

(State) IFC evaluates the need for further analysis based on the (Municipality) PD intelligence report. (State) IFC evaluates the need for 

the development of a Situational Awareness brief for Law Enforcement, public and private sector on the theft of a large amount of 

(Chemical Compound) Fertilizer and the possibility of its use in the development of explosives.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD Intelligence Analysts conduct analysis and assessment of the findings of 

the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) Store burglary investigation and prepare a report for TPD/JTTF and (State) IFC, as 

appropriate.. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-02 Tuesday- 13:00 Suspicious Activity at the (Water Treatment 

Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 3/13/5

JTTF/ (Municipality) PD Criminal Intelligence arrives at the (Towing Company 

Name) Towing Company and conducts detailed examination of the abandoned 

(Vehicle). Investigators determine that there is a video link that indicates that digital 

video is being taken remotely

(Municipality) PD analysts are provided with initial reporting of suspicious surveillance of (Water Treatment Plant Name) Water 

Treatment Facility. (Municipality) PD analyst calls and prepares “quick note” regarding this incident.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** JTTF/ (Municipality) PD Criminal Intelligence arrives at the (Towing Company Name) 

Towing Company and conducts detailed examination of the abandoned (Vehicle). Investigators determine that there is a video 

link that indicates that digital video is being taken remotely. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-03 Tuesday- 17:00 Suspicious Activity at the (Water Treatment 

Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13/5 (Municipality) PD analysts receive initial findings of investigation on the abandoned (Vehicle) at the (Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Facility.

(Municipality) PD Intelligence analysts provide analysis and assessment of initial reports provided and furnish to (Municipality) 

PD/JTTF and (State) IFC as appropriate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD analysts receive initial findings of investigation on the abandoned 

(Vehicle) at the (Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Facility. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-01 Monday- 17:35 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

(Municipality) Sheriff's deputy takes information regarding the theft of a tanker truck 

hauling diesel fuel. The driver stated s/he stopped at the restaurant, went inside the 

truck stop for dinner and came outside to find her/his rig was gone. The driver 

informed the deputy that the truck did contain the standard company GPS system.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriffs deputy takes information regarding the theft of a tanker truck hauling 

diesel fuel. The driver stated s/he stopped at the restaurant, went inside the truck stop for dinner and came outside to find 

her/his rig was gone. The driver informed the deputy that the truck did contain the standard company GPS system. 

(Municipality) PD patrol observes (#) (Gender) filling (#) gallon drums from a fuel tanker truck. The drums were lined up on 

the back of a (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle). The patrol observed the (Gender) for several minutes. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-01 Monday- 16:00 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Intruder Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center White Noise 1/13/5

(Municipality) Sheriff's deputy on patrol noticed a small, single-engine civilian 

airplane circling the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal North America 

Inc. It was (Color) single engine plane with a (Color) stripe. S/He could not read 

the tail marking. It approached from the (Cardinal Direction) and departed to the 

(Opposite Cardinal Direction)

LE notify FAA/TSA and attempt to identify and locate the aircraft. Should also contact the facility security officer about the incident.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff Deputy on patrol noticed a small, single-engine civilian airplane 

circling the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Terminal North America Inc. It was (Color) single engine plane with a (Color) 

stripe. S/He could not read the tail marking. It approached from the (Cardinal Direction) and departed to the (Opposite 

Cardinal Direction). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1002 Tuesday- 23:30 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

(Campus) Police Department charged a student with (Illegal Drug) possession and 

resisting a search after her/his vehicle was stopped on (Month) (Day), (Year), for a 

headlight violation and expired registration. The arrest report reflected the vehicle 

was stopped (Street Address) and when the officer approached the vehicle, s/he 

noticed movements by the driver. When the driver refused to exit the vehicle, to be 

searched, s/he resisted and was then arrested. During the postarrest pat down, a 

(Weight) pack of (Illegal Drug) was discovered in the subject's crotch. (Name), 

(Date of Birth), was charged with possession of (Illegal Drug) and resisting a 

arrest. (Name) pleaded with the officer to release her/him if s/he provided 

information. (Name) said s/he purchased the (Illegal Drug) from (Name #2), who 

belongs to a local (Place of Worship).

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (Campus) Police Department charged a student with (Illegal Drug) possession and 

resisting a search after her/his vehicle was stopped on (Month) (Day), (Year), for a headlight violation and expired 

registration. The arrest report reflected the vehicle was stopped (Street Address) and when the officer approached the 

vehicle, s/he noticed movements by the driver. When the driver refused to exit the vehicle, to be searched, s/he resisted and 

was then arrested. During the post-arrest pat down, a (Weight) pack of (Illegal Drug) was discovered in the subject's crotch. 

(Name), (Date of Birth), was charged with possession of (Illegal Drug) and resisting a arrest. (Name) pleaded with the 

officer to release her/him if s/he provided information. (Name) said s/he purchased the (Illegal Drug) from (Name #2), who 

belongs to a local (Place of Worship). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1006 Monday- 21:35 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 2/5

InfoCrime receives a call from an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) instructor 

at (Hospital Name) Hospital ([Street Name] [City], [State]) regarding (#) subjects 

inquiring about EMT training. According to hospital officials, the subjects claimed 

they were foreign students and were interested in receiving EMT/paramedic 

training. The subjects further claimed they were interested in driving ambulances; 

however, the licensing process was taking too long. They inquired if private courses 

were available and claimed money was not an issue. When advised the course would 

take (#) to (#) months to complete, the subjects again inquired about taking a fasttrack class.

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** InfoCrime receives call from an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) instructor at 

(Hospital Name) Hospital ([Street Name] [City], [State]) regarding (#) subjects inquiring about EMT training. According to 

hospital officials, the subjects claimed they were foreign students and were interested in receiving EMT/paramedic training. 

The subjects further claimed they were interested in driving ambulances; however, the licensing process was taking too long. 

They inquired if private courses were available and claimed money was not an issue. When advised the course would take (#) 

to (#) months to complete, the subjects again inquired about taking a fast-track class. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-05 Wednesday- 17:30 (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5

(Municipality) PD receives report from FIG/JTTF on (Name). (Name) is associated 

with a known terrorist organization known as the (Terrorist Organization) and is a 

specialist in terrorist financing.

(State) IFC requests all additional information on (Name) and the (Terrorist Organization) from FIG/JTTF. (State) IFC conducts 

appropriate analysis based upon information received from the Crack Cocaine Raid. A Situational Awareness Brief is considered after 

consultation with all affected agencies.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD receives report from FIG/JTTF on (Name). (Name) is associated with a 

known terrorist organization known as the (Terrorist Organization) and is a specialist in terrorist financing. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

470002 Tuesday- 8:20 Request for Report of the (State) Offshore 

Gas/Oil Targets e-mail (State) (FC) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 12/5

(State) Fusion Center request for imagery of offshore gas/oil facilities to identify 

areas of vulnerability that may be targets for terrorists attempting to infiltrate 

through (Ordinal Direction) border area to conduct attacks on major US energy 

structures; (State) Offshore Oil Port ([State Offshore Oil Port Acronym])

(State) Fusion Center submits a formal RFI, via the Single-Point-of-Service process, to DHS State and Local Program Office 

requesting current imagery of noted gas/oil facilities to determine points of vulnerability. State and Local Program Office rep forwards 

the RFI to DHS/Reports and Production (RP). RP forwards the request to DHS GEOINT collection managers who forwards to DHS 

DROs for current imagery.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Fusion Center request for imagery of offshore gas/oil facilities that may be high 

value targets for terrorist attempting to infiltrate through (Ordinal Direction) border area to conduct attacks on major U.S. 

energy structures. (State) Offshore Oil Port ([State Offshore Oil Port Acronym]), (Oil Platform) and (Oil Platform #2). *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE...This is the (State) Fusion Center, we would like 

current imagery of the following (State) offshore gas/oil facilities: (State) Offshore Oil Port ([State Offshore Oil Port 

Acronym]). Imagery is needed for current threat assessment. Request that you provide a response NLT (Time) (Time Zone) 

(Day) (Month) (Year). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-04 Wednesday- 15:30 (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2/5

(Municipality) PD/(Municipality) FC receives report from the FIG/JTTF confirming 

the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel connections of (#) of the suspects 

arrested during the (City) crack house raid.

(Municipality) FC sends RFI to FIG / JTTF for additional information on local (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel contacts.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD/(Municipality) FC receives report from the FIG/JTTF confirming the 

(Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel connections of (#) of the suspects arrested during the (City) crack house raid. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-13 Tuesday- 15:00 (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 1/5

Security official at the (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge Fleeting Area), 

(City) noticed several individuals watching the facility from the public road at various 

times of the day for the past several days. S/He realized that it was the same 

individuals although the vehicles they were in were different. When s/he approached 

them, the vehicle quickly departed and s/he did not get the license plate. It was a 

(Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) late model (Vehicle Type) with some sort of logo on 

both doors.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Security Official at the (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge Fleeting Area), (City) 

noticed several individuals watching the facility from the public road at various times of the day for the past several days. S/He 

realized that it was the same individuals although the vehicles they were in were different. When s/he approached them, the 

vehicle quickly departed and s/he did not get the license plate. It was a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) late model (Vehicle 

Type) with some sort of logo on both doors. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0009-02 Wednesday- 16:00 Missing Chemicals at the (College/University) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (College/University) 13

Based on initial indices checks and interviews, (Campus) PD determines that the 

graduate student lives in the city of (City), (State), and has access to computers at 

home and at work. (Campus) PD detectives locate the address of the graduate 

student's residence

(Campus) PD detectives prepare affidavits for search warrants of the graduate student’s residence and computers. (Campus) PD 

notifies (Municipality) Police Department of the investigation and its status.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Campus) PD determines based on initial indices checks and interviews, that the graduate 

student lives in the city of (City), (State) and has access to computers at home and at work. (Campus) PD detectives locate 

the address of the graduate student's residence. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0009-03 Wednesday- 20:00 Missing Chemicals at the (College/University) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (College/University) 13/10

During a search of the graduate student's residence, (Campus) PD detectives 

determine that the graduate student is not at home. (Campus) PD detectives find a 

number of printed internet maps with aerial views containing the oil storage and 

pipeline facility located near (City), (State), the (Dam Name) Dam near (City #2), 

(State), the (Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Facility in (City #3), 

(State), and both the (Casino Name) and (Casino Name #2) in (State). A detailed 

search of the computer at the graduate student’s residence reveals that the 

graduate student frequented a number of Web sites connected to radical (Religion) 

organizations. The search of the graduate student's computer also reveals 

numerous e-mails exchanged between the graduate student and a (Name).

(Campus) PD intelligence analyst conducts analysis of the findings in the search of the graduate student’s residence including querying 

all appropriate indices.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During a search of the graduate student's residence, (Campus) PD detectives determine 

that the graduate student is not at home. (Campus) PD detectives find a number of printed internet maps with aerial views 

containing the Oil Storage and Pipeline Facility located near (City), (State), the (Dam Name) Dam near (City #2), (State), the 

(Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Facility in (City #3), (State), and both the (Casino Name) and (Casino 

Name #2) Casinos in (State). A detailed search of the computer at the graduate student’s residence reveals that the graduate 

student frequented a number of Web sites connected to Radical (Religion) Organizations. The search of the graduate 

student's computer also reveals numerous e-mails exchanged between the graduate student and a (Name).*** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0010-02 Thursday- 13:30 Gang Related (Malicious Wounding)/Safe 

House, (Municipality) PD Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13 (Municipality) PD intelligence conducts further investigation regarding the suspected safe house and individuals entering and exiting that location.

(Municipality) PD intelligence analysts receive the results of the interview of the (Malicious Wound) victim and of the investigation to date 

on the suspected “safe house” and assess the results of the investigation by comparing them with other ongoing events.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** OCPD Intelligence conducts further investigation regarding the suspected safe house and 

individuals entering and exiting that location. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010-03 Thursday- 13:30 Gang Related (Malicious Wounding)/Safe 

House, (Municipality) PD Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

The results of the analysis of the phone number provided to (Municipality) PD gang 

investigators ([Area Code]) (Phone Number) indicate that it belongs to a (Name) 

from (City) (State)

(Municipality) PD analysts research the phone number and (Name) in all appropriate indices.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The results of the analysis of the phone number provided to (Municipality) PD gang 

investigators ([Area Code]) (Phone Number]) indicate that it belongs to a (Name) from (City), (State). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1003 Monday- 19:30 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 15

(State) Bureau of Investigation detectives arrested a couple applying for a ($ 

Amount) home loan using stolen social insurance numbers and false immigration 

documents. (Name) and (Name) are both believed to be illegal immigrants. 

Detectives stated the couple got paying jobs, bought (#) new vehicles, a house and 

obtained multiple credit cards using stolen social insurance numbers. The couple 

are being held for deportation back to (International Country).

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Bureau of Investigation detectives arrested a couple applying for a ($ Amount) 

home loan using stolen social insurance numbers and false immigration documents. (Name) and (Name) are both believed to 

be illegal immigrants. Detectives stated the couple got paying jobs, bought (#) new vehicles, a house and obtained multiple 

credit cards using stolen social insurance numbers. The couple are being held for deportation back to (International 

Country). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1004 Monday- 20:10 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13/5

The owner of (Agricultural Retail Establishment) on (Street Address) (City), 

(State), reports the suspicious sale of pesticide to a customer several days before. 

The customer seemed very angry and asked several suspicious questions 

regarding the potential lethality of the pesticide to humans. The owner reports the 

incident to the (Municipality) Police Department and describes the customer as 

(Gender), (Age), (Hair Color), possibly of (Stereotypical Ethnic 

Appearance/Feature). 

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***The owner of (Agricultural Retail Establishment) on (#) (Street Name), (City), (State), 

reports the suspicious sale of pesticide to a customer several days before. The customer seemed very angry and asked 

several suspicious questions regarding the potential lethality of the pesticide to humans. The owner reports the incident to the 

(Municipality) Police Department and describes the customer as (Gender), (Age), (Hair Color), possibly of (Stereotypical 

Ethnic Appearance/Feature). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1020 Wednesday- 14:15 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13 (College/University) police responding to a noise complaint found (#) gallon water 

containers with kerosene/gasoline mixtures in a student's closet. FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (College/University) police responding to a noise complaint found (#) gallon water 

containers with kerosene/gasoline mixtures in a student's closet. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0009-04 Wednesday- 15:30 Missing Chemicals at the (College/University) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (College/University) 5/15 The result of (Campus) PD indices inquiry with FIG/JTTF reveals that the graduate 

student is a known associate of (Name), a suspect in an ongoing FBI investigation.

(Campus) PD intelligence analyst prepares a report and provides this to (State) IFC/FIG/JTTF. (Municipality) FC conducts appropriate 

analysis of (Campus) PD’s findings. (Municipality) FC evaluates the need to prepare appropriate law enforcement, and public and 

private sector briefs based upon findings

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***The result of (Municipality) PD indices inquiry with FIG/JTTF reveals that the graduate 

student is a known associate of (Name), a suspect in an ongoing FBI investigation. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0007-03 Tuesday- 15:50 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Intruder e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2/5

An individual identifying her/himself as a student at the (College/University) 

contacts the County Office of Emergency Management to ask questions on the 

county's preparedness and response capability with respect to the State of (State) 

Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of [State] 

Emergency Plan). OEM officer was concerned because the questions were much 

more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the 

information, the individual was evasive. Individual left her/his name, (Name) and 

asked that any releasable information be mailed to (Street Address), (City).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An individual identifying himself as a student at the (University) contacts the County Office 

of Emergency Management to ask questions on the County's preparedness and response capability with respect to the State 

of (State) Catastrophic Fire Plan (Annex [Alpha] of Appendix [Alpha] of State of [State] Emergency Plan). OEM officer was 

concerned because the questions were much more detailed and probing than normal. When asked why s/he needed the 

information, the individual was evasive. Individual left her/his name, (Name) and asked that any releasable information be 

mailed to (Street Address), (City). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-04 Tuesday- 22:00 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2/5

Gun shop burglary suspect provides additional information on the person who asked 

her/him to steal the weapons. New information includes name, physical description, 

and address.

Based on information provided by the attempted burglary suspect, (State) (FC) identify the suspected firearms purchaser as a local 

street gang member with prior arrests for drug distribution and illegal weapons possession. They notify Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms 

(ATF) and narcotics investigators.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: UPDATE regarding (Applicable Terrorist Cell). Gun shop burglary suspect provides 

additional information on the person who asked her/him to steal the weapons. New information includes name, physical 

description and address. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-18 Monday- 18:45 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 12/13

(Month) (Day), (Year): While the (Municipality) Sheriff's Department (SO) deputy 

continues to observe activity of (#) suspects filling (#) gallon drums and waiting for 

backup, one of the suspects noticed the patrol car and all (#) (Gender) take off 

running. (Municipality) Sheriff's Department (SO) pursues one of the (#) suspects 

as another deputy arrives and pursues another suspect. (#) of the suspects are 

caught and arrested. (Gender) 1: (Race) Name: (Name) DOB: (Month) (Day) 

(Year) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Height: (Height) Hair: 

(Hair Color) Eyes: (Eye Color) Clothing: (Description of Clothing) (Gender) 2: 

(Race) Name: (Name) DOB: (Month) (Day) (Year) Address: (Street Address) 

(City), (State) (Zip Code) Height: (Height) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes: (Eye Color) 

Clothing: (Description of Clothing) (Gender) 3: (Race) Height: (Height) Hair: 

(Color) Eyes: (Color) Clothing: (Description of Clothing)

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Month) (Day), (Year): While the (Municipality) Sheriff's Department (SO) deputy 

continues to observe activity of (#) suspects filling (#) gallon drums and waiting for backup, one of the suspects noticed the 

patrol car and all (#) men take off running. (Municipality) Sheriff's Department (SO) pursues one of the (#) suspects as 

another deputy arrives and pursues another suspect. (#) of the suspects are caught and arrested. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030-03 Thursday- 15:45 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/2/5

A fisherman, fishing the (National Park), on (Reservoir Name) Reservoir, reported 

to Park authorities that he watched a (Color) and (Color) prop airplane flying very 

low (Coordinated Direction) up the lake. S/He was concerned that it appeared they 

were buzzing boats.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A fisherman, fishing the (National Park), on (Reservoir Name) Reservoir, reported to Park 

authorities that he watched a (Color) and (Color) prop airplane flying very low (Coordinated Direction) up the lake. S/He was 

concerned that it appeared they were buzzing boats. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480003-01 Wednesday- 22:00 (ExPA) DHS reports suspicious activity to the 

Commercial Facilities sector Player Action DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) Private Sector 2/5

The (State) State Fusion Center contacts a Federal Agency with information 

regarding possible attacks on hotels in (State). Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS)/Infrastructure Protection (IP) shares the information with appropriate 

parties

DHS shares the information with appropriate parties.

1013 Monday- 23:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15 A report was Released from DHS regarding veterans being vulnerable to 

recruitment from extremists. See attachment. Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: At the beginning of (Month) a report was released to the public from DHS regarding 

veterans being vulnerable to recruitment from extremists. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

45Z002 Monday- 18:00 Multiple Fingerprints Captured in Terrorist 

Training Camp Memorandum DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International 

Country Capital)

DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15/5

On (Date) (International Country) authorities raided a terrorist training camp 

located near the (International Country)/(International Country) border. From the 

raid, authorities confiscated computers, cell phones, mock-ups of (International 

Country) attack targets, and collected (#) questioned latent fingerprints. These (#) 

latent prints are then provided to the FBI LEGAT in (International City).

Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico would conduct analysis and query IAFIS database. Results of initial analysis and database 

search on (#) questioned fingerprints should be provided to CT Watch / FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database 

search from FBI controller. If asked, controller reports there are (#) matches in the FBI/IAFIS database. In IAFIS, (Submitted Fingerprint 

Code #1) matches the questioned print (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) print 

matches the questioned print (Known Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). Specific identities of these (#) individuals remain 

unknown. After receiving this information– the FBI player should share this information and (#) questioned fingerprints with US VISIT 

players for further analysis. Assuming the FBI player forwards the (#) questioned prints to US VISIT. US VISIT players should run a 

database search in IDENT. US VISIT player should request results of database search from US VISIT controller. If asked, controller 

reports there are (#) matches in the IDENT database. Similar to IAFIS, IDENT confirms that (Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) matches 

the questioned print (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) print matches the print 

(Known Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). Specific identities of these (#) individuals remain unknown. FBI and US VISIT 

players should share and report all results of database searches with appropriate units, organizations and agencies. Unidentified prints 

should be stored for future investigation/action.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The FBI LEGAT in (International City) forwards (#) questioned fingerprints collected from 

the terrorist training camp in (International Country) to CT Watch/FBI-SIOC and Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico. 

These prints are identified as: (Submitted Fingerprint Code(s)). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45Z004 Tuesday- 18:00

Fingerprints Collected for (Suspected 

Terrorist) & (Suspected Terrorist) upon arrest 

in (State)

Memorandum DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15

Customs and Border Control apprehend (Suspected Terrorist #1) and (Suspected 

Terrorist #2) near the U.S.-(Bordering International Country) border in (State). 

Following the arrest they are taken to the nearest border station and subsequently 

fingerprinted. These prints are assigned numbers (Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) 

([Suspected Terrorist #1]) and (Submitted Fingerprint #2) ([Suspected Terrorist 

#2]). CBP then enters these fingerprints into FBI/IAFIS and US VISIT/IDENT 

databases.

This information should be shared among all appropriate law enforcement agencies. If asked by any player, FBI and US VISIT controllers 

should confirm there are no matches at this time on these two sets of prints in FBI/IAFIS or US VISIT/IDENT databases. FBI and US 

VISIT players should share and report results of database searches with appropriate units, organizations and agencies. Unidentified 

prints should be stored for future investigation/action.

On (Date) at approximately (Time) (Time Zone), Customs and Border Protection 

apprehend (#) individuals near the US-(Bordering International Country) border in 

(State). Following the arrest, the individuals were taken to the border station and 

fingerprinted. The suspects were identified as (Name) and (Name) CBP provided 

FBI SOIC and US-VISIT with the fingerprints for possible identification and 

investigation. When the suspects fingerprints were collected at the border station, 

they were automatically entered into the IDENT database. The subsequent IDENT 

database query was negative for (#) suspects. Both suspects biometric and 

biographic information was then entered in the IDENT database as new encounters. 

Due to the heightened state of awareness throughout the intelligence and law 

enforcement communities after the recent terrorist attacks in (Month), (Name) 

ensured all suspects were added to the watch list. In addition, (Name) responded 

back to the FBI with the findings from the IDENT database query and informed the 

NTC as well.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** CBP collects fingerprints from (Name) ([Fingerprint Identification Code #1]) and (Name) 

([Fingerprint Identification Code #2]) upon their arrest in (State). Their fingerprints are entered into FBI / IAFIS and US 

VISIT databases by CBP and shared with these two organizations. There are no matches in either database at this time. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

LA0002-19 Tuesday- 19:02 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office (SO) deputy processes the scene. Once 

(Municipality) dispatch confirms the license plates from the tanker as stolen, the 

deputy confirms the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the stolen vehicle report. 

The (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle) was also reported stolen several days ago. Dispatch 

notified the trucking company that the stolen vehicle was recovered with most of the 

contents. The tanker truck is impounded until the trucking company can retrieve it. 

Details Tanker Truck Plate: (License Plate ID) VIN: (VIN #) Color: (Vehicle Color) 

Trailer license plate: (License Plate ID) VIN: (VIN #) Truck was hot-wired (Vehicle 

Make) (Vehicle Type) Color: (Vehicle Color) License Plate: (State): (License Plate 

ID) Steering column was punched. The (Vehicle Type) was not reported stolen by 

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or License Plate (LP)

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) SO Sheriff's deputy processes the scene. Once (Municipality) Sheriff's 

Office (SO) dispatch confirms the license plates from the tanker as stolen, the deputy confirms the VIN to the stolen vehicle 

report. The (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle) was also reported stolen from (Municipality) SO several days ago. Dispatch notified the 

trucking company that the stolen vehicle was recovered with most of the contents. The tanker truck is impounded until the 

trucking company can retrieve it. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480004-03 Thursday- 23:59 (Con) White Noise: Possible attack on a casino 

in (State) e-mail Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 2/5

An ex-member of the (Industry Trade Association) contacts the National Interagency 

Coordination Center (NICC) to report a threat against casinos in (State). 

DHS/Infrastructure Protection (IP) contacts appropriate parties.

DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector. DISCLAIMER: The (Industry Trade Association) is a fictitious organizations used 

for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** I will go nameless, but I am with a group called the (Industry Trade Association). We were 

at a rally where I heard some of my fellow members speaking about attacks that are forthcoming to casinos in (State), to teach 

the Government a lesson for trying to tell us what to do, specifically painting our roofs (Color). The group was supposed to be 

a student organization and is now too much for me to handle, I have nothing to do with it, I wanted to let you know. I have 

already contacted the (State) Fusion Center. Name: Anonymous Address: Anonymous Education: Anonymous Employment: 

Anonymous DISCLAIMER: The (Industry Trade Association) is a fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-11 Tuesday- 0:55 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

FYI: (Month) (Day), (Year): During the interrogation by (Municipality) Sheriff's 

Office (SO), one of the suspects, involved in the diesel fuel tank truck theft reveals 

that s/he is a member of a local (City) street gang - the (Gang Name). Investigators 

are aware that the (Gang Name) has had previous ties with the (Criminal 

Organization) Drug Cartel assisting with street level enforcement. The second 

suspect insists they did not steal the truck for (Criminal Organization), but were 

contracted to provide (#) drums of diesel fuel by an (International Country Citizen) 

known to them only as (Name). They were to leave the panel truck and drums in a 

vacant warehouse in (Coordinated Direction) (County).

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office (SO) request for information (RFI) from (State) (FC) for details on (Municipality) street gang known as 

the (Gang Name) and (Criminal Organization). (Municipality) Sheriff's Office (SO) completes a report on the arrest and interview and 

forwards it to the (State) (FC).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: (Month) (Day), (Year): During the interrogation by (Municipality) Sheriff's Office 

(SO), one of the suspects, involved in the diesel fuel tank truck theft reveals that s/he is a member of a local (City) street gang 

the (Gang Name). Investigators are aware that the (Gang Name) has had previous ties with the (Criminal Organization) 

Drug Cartel assisting with street level enforcement. The second suspect insists they did not steal the truck for (Criminal 

Organization), but were contracted to provide (#) drums of diesel fuel by an (International Country Citizen) known to them only 

as (Name). They were to leave the panel truck and drums in a vacant warehouse in (Coordinated Direction) (County). 

Suspects: (Gender) 1: (Race) Name: (Name) DOB: (Month) (Day) (Year) Address: (#) (Street Name) (City), (State) (Zip 

Code) Height: (Height) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes: (Eye Color) Clothing: (Description of Clothing) (Gender) 2: (Race) Name: 

(Name) DOB:(Month) (Day) (Year) Address: (#) (Street Name) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Height: (Height) Hair: (Hair 

Color) Eyes; (Eye Color) Clothing: (Description of Clothing) Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-01 Tuesday- 19:10 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]SFC) White Noise 13

(State) State Police Headquarters (HQ) confirms the vehicle operator's name as 

(Name) from (City). (Name) turned up on an outstanding arrest warrant for a recent 

drug conviction.

(State) State Police Headquarters (HQ) authorizes a search of the speeder's vehicle for drug paraphernalia.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police Headquarter (HQ) confirms the vehicle operator's name as (Name) 

from (City). (Name) turned up on an outstanding arrest warrant for a recent drug conviction. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-02 Tuesday- 19:15 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13 The (State) State Police Officer conducts a cursory search of the vehicle and discovers a small amount of (Illegal Drug) and associated drug paraphernalia.

(State) State police officer reports results of cursory vehicle search to (State) State Police Headquarters (HQ). HQ instructs police 

officer to arrest the suspect on outstanding arrest warrant.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (State) State Police Officer conducts a cursory search of the vehicle and discovers a 

small amount of (Illegal Drug) and associated drug paraphernalia. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1021-03 Wednesday- 20:45 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2

An anonymous call received from a concerned citizen, working for a shipping 

company based in (State), advising that information from a "credible source" 

indicates that members of (Hate Group) are traveling from (State) this upcoming 

weekend to attack (Ethnicity) targets in (State).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An anonymous call received from a concerned citizen, working for a shipping company 

based in (State), advising that information from a "credible source" indicates that members of (Hate Group) are traveling 

from (State) this upcoming weekend to attack (Ethnicity) targets in (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45M001 Monday- 17:00 Possible surveillance of railway (City) e-mail DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA)

DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA) White Noise 10/5

(#) individuals located (Coordinated Direction) of (Street Name) (halfway between 

[Street Name #2] and [Street Name #3]) were observed taking photos of tanker cars 

or possibly of the petroleum storage yard. The (#) (Gender) were traveling in a 

(Color) panel (Vehicle) with (State) license plates.

Notify (Airport Code) at Airport and Transportation Security Operation Center (TSOC). Also notify local law enforcement and DHS 

representative at Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (#) individuals located (Coordinated Direction) of (Street Name) (halfway between [Street 

Name #2] and [Street Name #3]) were observed taking photos of tanker cars or possibly of the petroleum storage yard. The 

(#) (Gender) were traveling in a (Vehicle Color) panel (Vehicle) with (State) license plates. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

0003 Wednesday- 13:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]SFC)

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(Municipality) law enforcement officers conduct a raid on a meth lab. During the 

raid, officers arrest (#) suspects and pocket litter, including a cell phone. The 

names of the (#) suspects are (List Name(s)).

(Municipality) PD runs check on identities of the (#) suspects and files for a warrant to search the contents of the cell phone.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Law Enforcement officers conduct a raid on a meth lab. During the raid, 

officers arrest (#) suspects and pocket litter, including a cell phone. The names of the (#) suspects are (List Name(s)). Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-02 Wednesday- 19:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]SFC)

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(Municipality) Police Department (PD) technicians recover data from the cell phone 

confiscated during the recent meth raid. Data included pictures of meth production 

and recently called phone numbers. One phone number called numerous times 

during the past (#) days is ([Area Code]) (Phone Number).

(Municipality) Police Department (PD) technicians run a check on recently called phone numbers.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Department (PD) technicians recover data from the cell phone 

confiscated during the recent meth raid. Data included pictures of meth production and recently called phone numbers. One 

phone number called numerous times during the past (#) days is ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
0004-07 Wednesday- 15:00 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]SFC) White Noise 13/5

(State) Police Headquarters (HQ) receives search warrant authorizing inspection 

of the contents of the digital camera. Pictures on the media device reveal scenes of 

large storage tanks, pipeline and pumping stations.

(State) Police forwarded the digital photographs to (State) FC for further identification.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Police Headquarters (HQ) receives search warrant authorizing inspection of the 

contents of the digital camera. Pictures on the media device reveal scenes of large storage tanks, pipeline and pumping 

stations. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-05 Wednesday- 14:00 Illegal Gun Purchase/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13

(Municipality) Police Department (PD) picks up (Name) for questioning. During 

the interview, (Name) claimed s/he often approached local wannabes and offered 

them a chance to achieve status within the local criminal organizations by 

performing illegal operations, such as purchasing weapons and ammunition 

illegally. S/He denied having any connection with the (Criminal Organization) Drug 

Cartel

(Municipality) Police Department (PD) forwards a report on the incident to (State) FC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Department (PD) picks up (Name) for questioning. During the 

interview, (Name) claimed s/he often approached local wannabes and offered them a chance to achieve status within the local 

criminal organizations by performing illegal operations, such as purchasing weapons and ammunition illegally. S/He denied 

having any connection with the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0070-07 Wednesday- 23:59 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) / (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 2/13

(Municipality) Police Department (PD) receives a call from a (Gender) that was 

jogging along the warehouse district on (Street Name). Individual claims s/he saw 

a septic vacuum truck, license plate (License Plate ID) drive into the warehouse at 

(Street Address). S/He thought it was strange when there were no septic 

companies there and no vehicle repair facilities. After it drove inside, (#) young 

(Ethnic) (Gender) came out the side door. S/He thinks one of them had a (Tattoo 

Image) tattoo on her/his upper left arm.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Municipality) Police Department (PD) receives a call from a (Gender) that was jogging 

along the warehouse district on (Street Name). Individual claims he saw a septic vacuum truck, license plate (License Plate 

ID) drive into the warehouse at (Street Address). S/He thought it was strange when there were no septic companies there and 

no vehicle repair facilities. After it drove inside, (#) young (Ethnic) (Gender) came out the side door. S/He thinks one of them 

had a (Tattoo Image) tattoo on her/his upper left arm. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

480003-02 Wednesday- 23:59 (Con) Follow-up interview about a possible 

attack on (Lodging Establishment) in (State) Telephone Private Citizen (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym]IFC) 5

The (State) Fusion Center contacts the concerned citizen for more information 

about the alleged attacks. The concerned citizen divulges new information focusing 

the attacks on hotels in (City), (State).

The concerned citizen shares more information and the State continues to refine the intelligence. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) and (Eating Establishment) are fictitious 

organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-up Interview: My name is (Name); I work at (Eating Establishment) in (City). I did 

notice something else, there were a bunch of those pamphlets you see in a (Lodging Establishment) lobby, you know.....Go 

here in (City), the marvelous adventures of (City), things like that. They had tons of them in a plastic bag like they were 

collecting them. Maybe they were scoping (Lodging Establishment); I don’t know I’m no television detective. Anyway, I’m sorry 

I don’t have any more information. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address), (City), (State) Education: (Level of Achieved 

Education) Employment: (Eating Establishment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) and (Eating Establishment) 

are fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-03 Wednesday- 17:30 (Interstate) Collision Investigation Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13/5

(State) Highway Patrol (HP) receives search warrant authorizing search of the 

digital camera. (State) Highway Patrol (HP) analyst receives a report suggesting 

that the (Criminal Organization) may have limited ties to the (Larger Criminal 

Organization) Drug Cartel

(State) Highway Patrol (HP) investigators review photos found on the camera and (State) HP analyst forwards information to (State) FC 

FIG/JTTF. Pictures on the camera reveal scenes of a power plant and the (City) Water Treatment Plant.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Highway Patrol (HP) receives search warrant authorizing search of the digital 

camera. (State) Highway Patrol (HP) Analyst receives a report suggesting that the (Criminal Organization) may have limited 

ties to the (Larger Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0009 Tuesday- 17:00 Missing Chemicals at the (College/University) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (College/University) 10/5

A Teaching Assistant in the Chemistry Department at the (College/University) calls 

the University Police Department and reports an international graduate student may 

be stealing chemicals to make explosives.

(Campus) Police Department (PD) initiates an investigation. (Campus) PD interviews the teaching assistant and officials in the 

Chemistry Safety Office to determine if any chemicals are missing. (Campus) PD interviews the graduate student's research sponsor to 

determine what research the graduate student was conducting.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A Teaching Assistant in the Chemistry Department at the (University) calls the University 

Police Department and reports an international graduate student may be stealing chemicals to make explosives. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K020 Tuesday- 14:30

(Suspected Terrorist) & (Suspected Terrorist) 

leave Fishing Vessel, (City), (State) on (Date) 

(Time) hours (Time Zone) (USBP notified by 

USCG)

Memorandum DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 5

U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) notified by U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) (Time) hours 

(Time Zone) on (Date) that (#) (Gender) were dropped off by a fishing vessel at 

(City), (State). Original report by restaurant waiter/waitress saw the (#) young 

adults of (Ethnicity) decent get into a taxi cab.

U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) via the Sector Border Intel Center (BIC) issues an alert for the taxi cab carrying the (#) (Gender). A Border 

Patrol Intel Alert is subsequently sent out to all sectors concerning encounters with individuals having similar demographics.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) notified by U.S Coast Guard (USCG) (Time) hours (Time 

Zone) on (Date) that (#) (Gender) were dropped off by a fishing vessel at (City), (State). Original report by restaurant 

waiter/waitress saw the (#) young adults of (Ethnicity) decent get into a taxi cab. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K026 Wednesday- 12:30

(Suspected Terrorist) (Date) (Time) hours 

(Time Zone) reported vessel absconder, Port of 

(Port City)

Message Traffic DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 1/13/5

*At (Time) (Time Zone), Port of (Port City) Harbor Master notifies (City) Office of 

Border Patrol (OBP) that a passenger (later identified as ([Suspected Terrorist]) 

departed a small vessel prior it reaching the dock * OBP in turn notifies Port of (Port 

City) Customs USCBP and Port of (Port City) Harbor

* (City) OBP Station officers respond to the area of the reported sighting * (City) CBP officers respond to the area of the reported 

sighting * (City) OBP Station notifies BP BIC, State/Local LE, CBP Commissioner’s Situation Room

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** *At (Time) (Time Zone), Port of (Port City) Harbor Master notifies (City) OBP that a 

passenger departed a small vessel prior it reaching the dock * OBP in turn notifies Port of (Port City) Customs USCBP and 

Port of (Port City) Harbor Police *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-04 Tuesday- 18:25 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 2

On (Month) (Day), (Year), a (Regulating Port Organization) security guard, who is 

also a night student at (College/University), reported to her/his supervisor that s/he 

was approached last week by a fellow student who was eliciting information and 

asking sensitive questions about security around the port facility.

(Regulating Port Organization) passes details of the incident to (State) State Police and U.S. Gulf Coast (USGC).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year), a (Regulating Port Organization) security guard, who is 

also a night student at (College/University), reported to her/his supervisor that s/he was approached last week by a fellow 

student who was eliciting information and asking sensitive questions about security around the port facility. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0005-06 Wednesday- 21:45 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5

UPDATE on 0005-06: (State) SP Criminal Intelligence Unit (CIU) has picked up 

the student for questioning involved in this case. During the interview, the student 

provides information on contacts s/he has had with the local criminal element.

(State) (FC)/State Police are able to connect the student Cartel.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0005-06: (State) SP Criminal Intelligence Unit (CIU) has picked up the 

student for questioning involved in this case. During the interview, the student provides information on contacts s/he has had 

with the local criminal element. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-06 Wednesday- 23:59 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 5

Change to Contingency Inject (State) SP Investigators receive the (State) (FC) 

information on the suspect. Information confirms subject's association with the 

(City) street gang known as the (Criminal Organization). The report also suggests 

the (Criminal Organization) has limited ties to the (Larger Criminal Organization).

(State) (FC) report on the (Criminal Organization) is forwarded to the (State) SP Criminal Intelligence Unit for follow up.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP Investigators receive the (State) (FC) information on the suspect. Information 

confirms subject's association with the (City) street gang known as the (Criminal Organization). The report also suggests 

the (Criminal Organization) has limited ties to the (Larger Criminal Organization). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-05 Wednesday- 17:00 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

UPDATE on 0005: (State) SP CIU-(City Acronym) was able to identify the student 

who approached the (Regulating Port Organization) security guard regarding 

security at the (Port Name) facility. The student is an exchange student from 

(International Country) and has a record of campus disturbances, including 

possible narcotics dealing and at least one firearms violation.

(State) (FC)/State Police issue a Be on the Look Out (BOLO) on student suspect to stop, ID and report to the local PD.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0005: (State) SP CIU-(City Acronym) was able to identify the student who 

approached the (Regulating Port Organization) security guard regarding security at the (Port Name) facility. The student is 

an exchange student from (International Country) and has a record of campus disturbances, including possible narcotics 

dealing and at least one firearms violation. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0008-04 Tuesday- 18:35 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

Additional Information on 0008: (State) SP Narcotics Agents interviewed suspect, 

on (Month) (Day), (Year), in jail before s/he is released. Suspect admitted to 

association with a local (City) street gang, the (Criminal Organization). This gang 

is known to be engaged in local drug distribution.

(State) SP investigators requests information on the suspect arrested and on the suspects provided by the arrestee from (State) (FC).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: Additional Information on 0008: (State) SP Narcotics Agents interviewed suspect, on 

(Month) (Day), (Year), in jail before s/he is released. Suspect admitted to association with a local (City) street gang, the 

(Criminal Organization). This gang is known to be engaged in local drug distribution. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-01 Wednesday- 14:00 (Interstate) Collision Investigation Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 3/13/5

The passenger’s knapsack contained no photo ID but did contain a social security 

card and several credit cards. Also, within the knapsack are maps of a complex near 

(City), (Neighboring State); a map with several tank farms located near (City #2), 

(State); maps of (#) other large facilities, and a map of a large dam on (Lake Name) 

Lake. Several of the maps have locations marked on them with handwritten notes on 

security shifts and times. The (State) Highway Patrol (HP) trooper secured the 

evidence as EMS arrived on the scene.

(State) Highway Patrol (HP) trooper reports to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha #2)/ (State) HP analyst is notified. (State) HP analyst 

conducts appropriate indices checks on both occupants. (State) HP analyst notifies (State) IFC/FIG/JTTF on (Interstate) Collision 

Investigation and type of evidence found at the scene.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The passenger’s knapsack contained no photo ID but did contain a social security card and 

several credit cards. Also within the knapsack are maps of a complex near (City), (Neighboring State); a map with several 

tank farms located near (City #2), (State); maps of (#) other large facilities, and a map of a large dam on (Lake Name) Lake. 

Several of the maps have locations marked on them with handwritten notes on security shifts and times. The (State) Highway 

Patrol (HP) Trooper secured the evidence as EMS arrived on the scene. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-02 Wednesday- 16:30 (Interstate) Collision Investigation Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

Indices checks reveal an outstanding arrest warrant for the driver related to a recent 

drug conviction in (City). Records indicate the driver was also associated with a 

local (City) street gang, the (Criminal Organization Name). This gang is known to 

be engaged in local drug distribution. Information from (Municipality) PD confirms 

the association with the (Criminal Organization) gang.

(State) HP analyst conducts search of appropriate indices regarding the findings of the investigation on the vehicle crash site. (State) 

HP Analyst prepares a report on these findings and submits the report to the (State) IFC/FIG/JTTF. (State) IFC analysts conduct further 

appropriate analysis and indices checks based on information provided by (State) HP analyst.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Indices checks reveal an outstanding arrest warrant for the driver related to a recent drug 

conviction in (City). Records indicate the driver was also associated with a local (City) street gang, the (Criminal 

Organization). This gang is known to be engaged in local drug distribution. Information from (Municipality) PD confirms the 

association with the (Criminal Organization) gang. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012 Wednesday- 15:00 Fraudulent (State) Driver's Licenses Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13/2

It has been discovered that a driver's license examiner in (City) producing and 

selling fraudulent (State) driver’s licenses. This driver's license examiner is 

believed to be using her/his materials and knowledge to make fraudulent (State) 

driver's licenses. It has not been determined how many fraudulent drivers’ licenses 

have been produced and are circulating at this time.

Information on the DL Examiner in (City) is forwarded to all (State) Highway Patrol Field and Turnpike Troops and all Troop (Alpha) 

Investigative Regions.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** It has been discovered that a Driver's License Examiner in (City) producing and selling 

fraudulent (State) Driver’s Licenses. This Driver's License Examiner is believed to be using her/his materials and knowledge 

to make fraudulent (State) Driver's Licenses. It has not been determined how many fraudulent Drivers’ Licenses have been 

produced and are circulating at this time. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-02 Tuesday- 14:40 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) SAR Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 12

Follow-On Report from suspect taken into custody at (Chemical & Oil Storage 

Industry): Suspect is named (Name). S/He claims s/he was given a mission to 

surveil the various energy sector facilities in the (City) and (City #2) area. S/He was 

given the mission by her/his boss in the militia, (Name #2). S/He does not know 

where (Name #2) lives. S/He develops the surveillance packages and leaves them in 

a mailbox in (City). The address is (Street Address). The address belongs to a 

(Name #2).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-on Report from Suspect taken into custody at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry): 

Suspect is named (Name). S/He claims s/he was given a mission to surveil the various energy sector facilities in the (City) 

and (City #2) area. S/He was given the mission by her/his boss in the Militia, (Name #2). S/He does not know where (Name 

#2) lives. S/He develops the surveillance packages and leaves them in a mailbox in (City). The address is (Street Address). 

The address belongs to a (Name #2). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006 Wednesday- 14:00 Theft of (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Pipeline Schematics e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 1/10/13

Maintenance supervisor at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) reports to her/his 

boss that s/he is unable to locate the pipeline schematics and drawings for the 

facility. The drawer containing the schematics is normally closed and locked' 

However, this morning it was wide open. The drawer had signs of tampering. The 

nightly cleaning crew that comes in after hours is suspected because they are the 

only individuals that had access to that part of the offices last night.

Should notify the facility security manager who will investigate and determine what action to take and to report possible theft. Specifically 

should call (Municipality) PD.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Maintenance supervisor at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) reports to her/his boss that 

s/he is unable to locate the pipeline schematics and drawings for the facility. The drawer containing the schematics is 

normally closed and locked' however, this morning it was wide open. The drawer had signs of tampering. The nightly cleaning 

crew that comes in after hours is suspected because they are the only individuals that had access to that part of the offices last 

night. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-29 Monday- 19:00 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13

Facility security officer reports through a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) of 

individuals taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspects depart quickly 

when they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good 

description, but were able to get a vehicle description. Description of vehicle: 

(Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type). Upon 

further questioning of the entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen 

over the last (Period of Time) almost every other day.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Individuals taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline. Suspects depart quickly when 

they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good description, but were able to get a vehicle 

description. Description of vehicle: (Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type). Upon further 

questioning of the entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen over the last (Period of Time) almost every other day. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-30 Tuesday- 16:00 (Port Name), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 1

(Industrial Refinery Name) (Port Name), (Port City) Facility Security Officer reports 

a small boat entered the Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Color) 

and (Color) (Boat Make). It appeared (Gender) of (Ethnicity) decent were taking 

pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by authorities.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Industrial Refinery Name) (Port Name), (City) Facility Security Officer reports a small 

boat entered the Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) (Color) and (Color) (Boat Make). It appeared (Gender) of 

(Ethnicity) decent were taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by authorities. Do not reply to this 

e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004 Wednesday- 13:00 (Interstate) Collision Investigation Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 3/13

(State) HP responds to a car accident on (Interstate) (Cardinal Direction), near 

(City), (State). The (State) HP Trooper noted (#) (Gender) subjects in the vehicle. 

The vehicle driver and the front passenger are DOA. Due to damage to the vehicle, 

a hidden compartment containing several maps, photos, and a digital camera is 

revealed. The photos include the front entrance of (Casino Name) Casino and 

(Casino Name #2) Casino, a large dam, and several views of an oil storage facility. 

There are also a number of photos of what appears to be a water treatment facility 

and a photo of the front entrance to the (Water Treatment Facility Name) Water 

Treatment facility. In an attempt to identify the driver and her/his passenger, the 

(State) HP trooper finds the driver's wallet. The passenger has no wallet but has a 

knapsack on the floor. In the driver’s wallet, the (State) HP trooper found (#) driver’s 

licenses from (State), (State #2), and (State #3) with the same photo image, but 

different names on each.

The (State) HP trooper contacts Troop (Alpha) HQs on the vehicle accident. The (State) HP trooper runs the information obtained from 

the (State) DL and the vehicle’s license plate. The vehicle is a (Color) (Vehicle Type) rental plate ([License Plate ID]). Troop (Alpha #2) 

HQs contacts (State) HP Troop (Alpha #3) on the vehicle accident on (Interstate) near (City), (State).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) HP responds to a car accident on (Interstate) (Cardinal Direction), near (City), 

(State). The (State) HP Trooper noted (#) (Gender) subjects in the vehicle. The vehicle driver and the front passenger are 

DOA. Due to damage to the vehicle a hidden compartment containing several maps, photos, and a digital camera is revealed. 

The photos include the front entrance of (Casino Name) Casino and (Casino Name #2) Casino, a large dam, and several 

views of an oil storage facility. There are also a number of photos of what appears to be a water treatment facility and a photo 

of the front entrance to the (Water Treatment Facility Name) Water Treatment facility. In an attempt to identify the driver and 

her/his passenger, the (State) HP Trooper finds the driver's wallet. The passenger has no wallet but has a knapsack on the 

floor. In the driver’s wallet, the (State) HP Trooper found (#) driver’s licenses from (State), (State #2), and (State #3) with the 

same photo image but different names on each. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002 Wednesday- 15:25 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) SAR e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 13

As facility security officer at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry), you have repeatedly 

seen an individual taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline - both photography 

restricted areas. FSO has sent security guards, but the suspect departs quickly 

when security guards approach. An (Period of Time) later the suspect returns. 

Same clothes and same vehicle. The individual was wearing military style 

clothing/some sort of uniform that was (Color) in color. S/He had what seemed to 

have a patch on her/his left sleeve that looked like it had a (State) state flag in it.

"Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** As Facility Security Officer at (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry), you have repeatedly seen 

an individual taking pictures at the main gate and fenceline - both photography restricted areas. FSO has sent security 

guards, but the suspect departs quickly when security guards approach. An (Period of Time) later the suspect returns. Same 

clothes and same vehicle. The individual was wearing military style clothing/some sort of uniform that was (Color) in color. 

S/He had what seemed to have a patch on her/his left sleeve that looked like it had a (State) state flag in it. Do not reply to this 

e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K030-07 Tuesday- 15:15 Report of Weapons or Currency Courier Telephone DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) White Noise 5 Weapons or currency courier believed to be currently headed (Cardinal Direction) 

on HWY (#), destination unknown Notify field operations, all stations in RGV, LRT, AOR, AMOC, and JOIC. Notification

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Weapons or currency courier believed to be currently headed (Cardinal Direction) on 

HWY (#), destination unknown "I am calling on what I believe is on someone carrying money or guns to (Bordering 

International Country). Her/His name is (Name) I believe s/he is (Ethnicity). I don't know how old s/he is. S/He should be 

driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model)." *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-03 Tuesday- 21:30 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

FYI: UPDATE Information on 0011. (Municipality) Police Department resumed 

interviews of the burglary suspects. Suspects admits s/he was offered payment in 

cash and drugs by a neighborhood acquaintance if s/he would remove, transport 

and deliver a (#) (Gun Type) and (Gun Type #2). S/He was promised the assistance 

of one of the gun shop employees, who gave her/him access to the shop through the 

back door, but then left her/him alone.

Police identify the gun shop employee named by the burglary suspect. Employee does not show up in any law enforcement files.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: UPDATE Information on 0011. (Municipality) Police Department resumed interviews 

of the burglary suspects. Suspects admits s/he was offered payment in cash and drugs by a neighborhood acquaintance if 

s/he would remove, transport and deliver a (#) (Gun Type) and (Gun Type #2). S/He was promised the assistance of one of 

the gun shop employees, who gave her/him access to the shop through the back door, but then left her/him alone. Do not reply 

to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-12 Tuesday- 20:20 (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) (White Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 12/2

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Marine Transportation Company) 

(Barge Fleeting Area), (City) and explains s/he is a student at the 

(College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the 

energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products 

produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions about security. When asked 

why they are asking security-related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. 

Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his name even after being asked 

several times. S/He avoided the question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Marine Transportation Company) (Barge 

Fleeting Area), (City) and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national 

importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and 

then begins to ask questions about security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller 

immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He 

avoided the question.. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-17 Thursday- 13:00 (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 5

(Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) LEPC coordinator reports on telephone 

requests for copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. Requestor had a 

(Ethnicity) accent, but would not give her/his name.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) LEPC Coordinator reports on telephone requests for 

copies of Risk Management Plans from the Facility. Requestor had a (Ethnicity) accent but would not give her/his name. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-18 Thursday- 20:00 (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) (White 

Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13

A (Ethnic) (Gender) attempted to enter (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) Facility 

driving a delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry by the security officer at the 

entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, s/he refused and immediately turned 

around and drove away. Her/His departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to 

avoid being stopped and further questioned.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnic) (Gender) attempted to enter (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) Facility 

driving a delivery (Vehicle) but was refused entry by the Security Officer at the entrance gate. When asked to provide TWIC, 

s/he refused and immediately turned around and drove away. Her/His departure was very reckless. S/He was trying to avoid 

being stopped and further questioned. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0045-19 Tuesday- 20:50 (Industrial Chemical Facility), Houston (White 

Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 12/13

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) 

and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on 

the national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous 

questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask 

questions about security. When asked why they are asking security-related 

questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but did not 

give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Industrial Chemical Facility), (City) and 

explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the energy sector 

in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions 

about security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a 

(Gender), but did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question. Do not reply to this e

mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-06 Wednesday- 20:30 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13/5

(Municipality) PD provides (Municipality) PD investigators with additional formation 

on (Name). Her/His passport was issued in (International Country) with # (Passport 

ID #). Her/His Green Card # is GC (Green Card ID #). S/He has Right to Work 

SSN (SSN #) and had two telephone numbers listed, a home phone # ([Area Code]) 

(Phone Number) and Cell # ([Area Code]) (Phone Number).

(Municipality) PD investigators return to (State) State Prison to re-interview (Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD provides (Municipality) PD investigators with additional formation on 

(Name). Her/His passport was issued in (International Country) with # (Passport ID #). Her/His Green Card # is GC (Green 

Card ID #). S/He has Right to Work SSN (SSN #) and had two telephone numbers listed, a home phone # ([Area Code]) 

(Phone Number) and Cell # ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-09 Friday- 20:30 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 5

UPDATE on 0015: From a rear observation point of the (Street Address) warehouse 

building, (Municipality) SO Detectives have observed a (Size) truck’s rear rollup 

door being opened by a (Ethnicity) (Gender). Once the rear door was opened, the 

detectives observed several (Color) and (Color) poly drums stored within the truck. 

The (Ethnicity) (Gender) stepped into the rear of the truck and then closed the door. 

Approximately (Period of Time) later the rear door opened and the (Ethnicity) 

(Gender) exited, closing the rear door and then entered the back door of the 

warehouse building.

Investigators research the rental record and driver information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: From a rear observation point of the (Street Address) warehouse 

building, (Municipality) SO Detectives have observed a twenty-six truck’s rear rollup door being opened by a (Ethnicity) 

(Gender). Once the rear door was opened, the detectives observed several (Color) and (Color) poly drums stored within the 

truck. The (Ethnicity) (Gender) stepped into the rear of the truck and then closed the door. Approximately (Period of Time) 

later the rear door opened and the (Ethnicity) (Gender) exited, closing the rear door and then entered the back door of the 

warehouse building. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480003-03 Thursday- 23:59 (Con) White Noise: Possible attack on a 

(Lodging Establishment) in (State) e-mail Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 2/13/5

A concerned citizen contacts the National Infrastructure Coordination Center 

(NICC) about possible threats to (Lodging Establishment) in (State). The 

concerned citizen is the supervisor of the person which reported the incident to the 

(State) Fusion center.

DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) and (Eating Establishment) are fictitious 

organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name); I am the owner of (Eating Establishment Name) in (City). One of my 

employees reported some suspicious activity s/he witnessed here at the restaurant. S/He said s/he heard a group mentioning 

several times that hotels are the perfect place to strike fear into people, like (International City Having Recently Experienced 

Similar Attack). The group was all (Race),and the (#) (Gender) were all (Body Type) and had (Stereotypical Ethnic 

Appearance/Feature). One (Gender) was average height with (Hair Color) hair; s/he seemed to be the elder. The other (#) 

were young, around (Age Range), (Hair Color) hair. They also all wore (Clothing Accessory) and the (Gender) appeared to 

be in her/his (Age Decade) but I couldn’t see anything else. I hope this is helpful. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address), 

(City), (State) Education: (Level of Achieved Education) Employment: (Eating Establishment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: 

(Street Address) and (Eating Establishment Name) are fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0002-06 Tuesday- 18:43 Theft of Fuel Tanker e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 10/2/5

A(n) (Municipality) Sheriff's Office ([Municipality Acronym] SO) patrol deputy 

(Name), observes (#) (Gender) filling (#) gallon drums from a (Industrial Refinery 

Name) fuel tanker truck parked near a light industrial area. The drums were in the 

back of a (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle) being filled. The deputy observed the (Gender) 

for several minutes while s/he waited for the license plate return information. 

Dispatch notifies the deputy that the fuel tanker truck fits the description of a diesel 

fuel tank truck that was stolen from a truck stop in (City). Tanker truck license plate: 

(License Plate ID) Color: (Color) Description of Suspects (Gender) 1: (Race) 

Height: (Height) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes: N/A Clothing: (Description of Clothing) 

(Gender) 2: (Race) Height: (Height) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes; N/A Clothing: 

(Description of Clothing and Footwear) (Gender) 3: (Race) Height: (Height 

Range) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes: N/A Clothing: (Decryption of Clothing)

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An (Municipality) Sheriff's Office ([Municipality Acronym]SO) patrol deputy (Name), 

observes (#) (Gender) filling (#) gallon drums from a (Industrial Refinery Name) fuel tanker truck parked near a light 

industrial area. The drums were in the back of a (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle) being filled. The deputy observed the (Gender) for 

several minutes while s/he waited for the license plate return information. Dispatch notifies the Deputy that the fuel tanker truck 

fits the description of a diesel fuel tank truck that was stolen from a truck stop in (City).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1008 Tuesday- 15:05 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 2

A caller revealed that something "big" was going to occur at the (State) State Fair 

in (Month) (Year). The caller did not reveal any more information. The caller is 

determined to be a (Gender) with a strong accent.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***A caller revealed that something "big" was going to occur at the (State) State Fair in 

(Month) (Year). The caller did not reveal any more information. The caller is determined to be a (Gender) with a strong 

accent. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1009 Tuesday- 15:55 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 15

A recent YouTube video clip posted online shows a young (Color) (Gender) ranting 

in English about a recent incident involving an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) 

explosion inside an elevator at (College), located in (City), (State), USA. The 

individual states that s/he can't wait until there is a similar incident like that 

throughout the U.S. to punish the evils of mankind to which numerous viewers cheer 

her/him on. The video was absent of any signs that s/he belonged to any radical 

organization, group, or mentioning of antigovernment sentiments.

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A recent YouTube video clip posted online shows a young (Color) (Gender) ranting in 

English about a recent incident involving an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion inside an elevator at (College), 

located in (City), (State), USA. The individual states that s/he can't wait until there is a similar incident like that throughout the 

US to punish the evils of mankind to which numerous viewers cheer her/him on. The video was absent of any signs that s/he 

belonged to any radical organization, group, or mentioning of anti-government sentiments. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1010 Tuesday- 16:35 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 10/5

An explosion occurred at (College/University). The explosion occurred at (Time) in 

front of the Chemistry Department, destroying a lab and a nearby elevator. 

Witnesses near the incident reported that they saw (#) individuals running away. 

Detectives also report that the walls were spray painted with the words "(Extremist 

Animal Rights Organization Acronym)", in apparent reference to the (Extremist 

Animal Rights Organization). Investigation is still underway.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An explosion occurred at (College/University). The explosion occurred at (Time) in front of 

the Chemistry Department, destroying a lab and a nearby elevator. Witnesses near the incident reported that they saw (#) 

individuals running away. Detectives also report that the walls were spray painted with the words "(Extremist Animal Rights 

Organization Acronym)", in apparent reference to the (Extremist Animal Rights Organization). Investigation is still underway. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1026 Wednesday- 17:30 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13

The owner of a(n) (City) auction house reports that at a recent auction of surplus 

local and county vehicles,(#) (Gender) of (Ethnicity) origin were conversing with 

each other in another language (possibly [Foreign Language]), and purchased a 

used (Vehicle Type) and asked the seller several questions regarding its weight 

capacity

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The owner of an (City) auction house reports that at a recent auction of surplus local and 

county vehicles,(#) (Gender) of (Ethnicity) origin were conversing with each other in another language (possibly [Foreign 

Language]), and purchased a used (Vehicle Type) and asked the seller several questions regarding its weight capacity. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-01 Tuesday- 13:40 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) SAR Telephone (City) Fusion Center (City) Fusion Center 13

(Municipality) PD arrives onscene and talks to the suspect. During the 

conversation, the officer believes s/he sees (Illegal Drug) cigarettes in the ashtray 

when looking into vehicle. This leads to a search. Search of suspect's car revealed 

possession of (#) (Weight) of (Illegal Drug) and detailed information on (Chemical 

& Oil Storage Industry), as well as, the (International Energy Company) Refinery in 

(City). Suspect claims s/he is member of the (State) Militia Movement.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD arrives onscene and talks to the suspect. During the conversation, the 

Officer believes s/he sees (Illegal Drug) cigarettes in the ashtray when looking into vehicle. This leads to a search. Search of 

suspect's car revealed possession of (#) (Weight) of (Illegal Drug) and detailed information on (Chemical & Oil Storage 

Industry), as well as, the (International Energy Company) Refinery in (City). Suspect claims s/he is member of the (State) 

Militia Movement. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

470005 Monday- 15:30 National Technical Means Collection 

Opportunities along (Ordinal Direction) Border e-mail DHS - U.S. Department of Homeland Security Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 5

Office of Operations Coordination and Planning (OPS) Director requires 

Information on National Technical Means collection opportunities along (Ordinal 

Direction) Border from (Day) - (Day) (Month) (Year) to mitigate any Intelligence 

assessment and awareness gaps in coverage.

Crisis Action Team member sends an e-mail request to Single Point of Service RFI manager within the Office of Intelligence and 

Analysis (I&A) inquiring about available NTM collection opportunities along the (Ordinal Direction) Border. RFI manager disseminates 

request to the I&A Collection Requirements Division to provide response with necessary updates on collection opportunities along the 

border.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE... Good morning this is the Crisis Action Team. We 

request information on National Technical Means overhead collection opportunities along the (Ordinal Direction) Border 

from (Day) - (Day) (Month) (Year) to mitigate any Intelligence Assessment and Awareness gaps in current coverage. Please 

send daily responses back to the following e-mail address: (E-mail Address) EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE" Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480009-01 Wednesday- 23:59

(Con) RFI: Secretary (DHS Secretary) 

requests impacts to Homeland Security 

Advisory System (HSAS) change

Face to Face DHS Secretary DHS / Operations Directorate (OPS) 15 The White House asks Secretary (Name) what the impact would be to change the 

Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS) level in effected regions. The Secretary contacts DHS OPS to create a report measuring the reports of a change in the HSAS level to the effected region.

480010 Wednesday- 23:59 (ExPA) RFI: Secretary (DHS Secretary) 

requests cascading effects report Player Action DHS - U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) 15 Secretary (Name) requests a cascading effects report from DHS OPS DHS OPS requests National Protection & Programs Directorate (NPPD) create a cascading effects report.

1021 Wednesday- 18:00 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

The (Municipality) Police Department provides information of suspicious incident at 

(Educational Institution). The principal called (Municipality) PD to report the 

allegation of a student, stating that an individual approached her/him asking if s/he 

would be willing to recruit fellow students for a "very important cause." Student 

walked away from the individual. No security cameras in the area where student was 

approached. Suspect described as (Race) (Gender), (Height Range), (Hair Color) 

hair, late (Age Decade). No further information provided.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Municipality) Police Department provides information of suspicious incident at 

(Educational Institution). The Principal called (Municipality) PD to report the allegation of a student, stating that an individual 

approached her/him asking if s/he would be willing to recruit fellow students for a "very important cause." Student walked away 

from the individual. No security cameras in the area where student was approached. Suspect described as (Race) (Gender), 

(Height Range), (Hair Color) hair, late (Age Decade). No further information provided. No further information provided. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-08 Wednesday- 18:15 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/3

(Month) (Day), (Year), the images from the camera that was discovered in the 

vehicle inventory depicted a large storage tank, pipelines, and pumping stations. 

Photos are available upon request.

(State) (FC) forwards the digital photographs to its partners for assistance in identifying the pictures.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on (Applicable Terrorist Cell): On (Month) (Day), (Year), the images from the 

camera that was discovered in the vehicle inventory- depicted a large storage tank, pipelines and pumping stations. Photos 

are available upon request. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-02 Tuesday- 15:00 Suspicious Activity at the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 10/13

A hitchhiker on (State) HWY (#) waves down (State) HP trooper near the Oil 

Storage and Pipeline Facilities in (City), (State) and reports observing (#) 

(Gender) dressed in (Article of Clothing) examining the security fence surrounding 

an Oil Facility in (City), (State).

(State) HP trooper reports to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ submits report to Troop (Alpha #2) / (State) HP analyst. (State) HP 

analyst contacts (State) IFC. (State) IFC updates FIG/JTTF, (State) HP, and (State) National Guard ([State National Guard Acronym]). 

(State) IFC initiates or updates situational awareness brief. (State) IFC contacts (Municipality) Police Department and (Municipality) 

SO directly.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***A hitchhiker on (State) HWY (#) waves down (State) HP Trooper near the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities in (City), (State) and reports observing (#) (Gender) dressed in (Article of Clothing) examining the 

security fence surrounding an Oil Facility in (City), (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002 Tuesday- 14:00 Warehouse Complaints Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13/10

(Municipality) PD has received a complaint regarding annoying odors coming from 

a downtown warehouse. Descriptions of the odors range from sewage to strong 

chemicals. (Municipality) PD initiates response regarding complaints of annoying 

odors. (Municipality) PD determines that the chemical smell emanating from the 

warehouse may include diesel fumes.

(Municipality) Police respond and verify chemical smells. (Municipality) PD contacts the property manager of the warehouse. 

(Municipality) PD notifies (Municipality) Meth. Lab team on the incident. (Municipality) PD contacts (Municipality) FD regarding the 

incident.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD has received a complaint regarding annoying odors coming from a 

downtown warehouse. Descriptions of the odors range from sewage to strong chemicals. (Municipality) PD initiates 

response regarding complaints of annoying odors. (Municipality) PD determines that the chemical smell emanating from the 

warehouse may include diesel fumes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-03 Tuesday- 13:30 (City) Crack House Raid Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 5

(Municipality) PD analysts receive additional information on (Name) including 

her/his involvement in terrorist finance and membership in the (Extreme Religious 

Converts)

(Municipality) PD forwards identities of all suspects arrested during crack house raid in (Municipality) and suspected as having ties with 

the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel to the (State) IFC, FIG/JTTF.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD analysts receive additional information on (Name) including her/his 

involvement in terrorist finance and membership in the (Extreme Religious Converts). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008 Monday- 14:00 Suspicious Activity at the (Water Treatment 

Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 3/2

(Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant reported an abandoned 

(Vehicle) on (Street Name) the (Vehicle) drew the suspicion of the security guards 

because it had been parked along the side of (Street Name) for at least (Period of 

Time). When (Water Treatment Plant Name) Security approached the vehicle, the 

guard noticed (#) (Gender) wearing (Shade) colored, (Article of Clothing) leaving 

the area. One of the (Gender) was carrying a knapsack. The (Gender) didn’t 

respond to the guard’s request that they stop and answer her/his questions. (Water 

Treatment Plant Name) Security notifies (Municipality) PD.

(Municipality) PD dispatches an officer to investigate the abandoned (Vehicle). (Municipality) PD officer determines the (Vehicle) is in 

fact, abandoned and illegally parked. The vehicle also has a solar cell located on the roof and has one-way screening material on the rear 

windows. (Municipality) PD runs the vehicle’s information and the vehicle is listed as stolen. (Municipality) PD tows the vehicle to the 

“(Vehicle Model)” Wrecker Service Facility.

Inject was provided to (Municipality) PD Intelligence analyst at (Military Time) (Time 

Zone). SIMCELL received (#) RFIs from (Municipality) PD Intelligence Analyst. 

Contingency Injects are being developed to respond to Player RFIs.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Water Treatment Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant reported an abandoned (Vehicle) 

on (Street Address). The (Vehicle) drew the suspicion of the security guards because it had been parked along the side of 

(Street Address) for at least (Period of Time). When (Water Treatment Plant Name) Security approached the vehicle, the 

guard noticed (#) (Gender) wearing (Color) (Article of Clothing) leaving the area. One of the (Gender) was carrying a 

knapsack. The (Gender) didn’t respond to the guard’s request that they stop and answer her/his questions. (Water Treatment 

Plant Name) Security notifies (Municipality) PD. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-08 Thursday- 13:00 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 15

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents question illegal aliens 

arrested during a raid on a prostitution operation. The (Gender) agreed to 

cooperate and claimed to be from (Geographic Region). They were promised 

transportation into the U.S. and a job upon arrival, but once in the U.S., they were 

sent to (State) and forced to works as prostitutes. The (Gender) also state that the 

(#) (Gender) who have been running the prostitution operation are members of the 

(Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel.

Information obtained during the interview of the illegal aliens is forwarded to the (Municipality) PD Intelligence Unit.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents question illegal aliens arrested 

during a raid on a prostitution operation. The (Gender) agreed to cooperate and claimed to be from (Geographic Region). 

They were promised transportation into the US and a job upon arrival, but once in the US, they were sent to (State) and forced 

to works as prostitutes. The (Gender) also state that the (#) (Gender) who have been running the prostitution operation are 

members of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005 Tuesday- 16:30 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) PD receives numerous reports of a probable prostitution operation 

centered in a mobile home off (Interstate). The reports include statements from the 

manager and customers of a nearby filling station/convenience store, complaints 

filed by a neighbor and details from a long-haul trucker who was offered sexual 

services for delivery of several pallets of fertilizer s/he was hauling by a (Gender) 

resident

(Municipality) PD conducts interviews with the long-haul truck driver, the manager of the filling station and a neighbor.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD receives numerous reports of a probable prostitution operation centered 

in a mobile home off (Interstate). The reports include statements from the manager and customers of a nearby filling 

station/convenience store, complaints filed by a neighbor and details from a long-haul trucker who was offered sexual services 

for delivery of several pallets of fertilizer s/he was hauling by a (Gender) resident. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1013 Tuesday- 18:40 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 13/2

Fusion center bulletin warns officers of release of known (Hate Group Member) 

from state prison. Subject has previously stated her/his intent to attack police 

officers and minorities

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *Fusion center bulletin warns officers of release of known (Hate Group Member) from state 

prison. Subject has previously stated her/his intent to attack police officers and minorities.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1014 Tuesday- 19:00 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 8/10/5

Letters filled with (Color) powder were delivered to various government offices and 

private businesses in (City). All seem to be from the same source and were 

postmarked in (State)

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Letters filled with (Color) powder were delivered to various government offices and private 

businesses in (City). All seem to be from the same source and were postmarked in (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1042 Thursday- 16:30 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13

(Municipality) Police Department interviews a (Gender) who entered department 

reporting that s/he hasn’t seen her/his ex-(Spouse) in several weeks. S/he reports 

that s/he is a (Foreign National) who entered the United States in (Year) on a 

student visa. S/He paid the (Gender) ($ Amount). in (City), (State), to marry her/him 

and help her/him obtain legal permanent resident status. Suspect left her/him after 

s/he obtained her/his green card.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police Department interviews a (Gender) who entered department reporting 

that s/he hasn’t seen her/his ex-(Spouse) in several weeks. S/he reports that s/he is a (Foreign National) who entered the 

United States in (Year) on a student visa. S/He paid the (Gender) ($ Amount). in (City), (State), to marry her/him and help 

her/him obtain legal permanent resident status. Suspect left her/him after s/he obtained her/his green card. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0010-04 Wednesday- 20:00 Gun Theft/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

UPDATE on 0010: On (Month) (Day), (Year), (Time), (Municipality) SO analysts 

identified and retrieved more information on the probable firearms purchaser, 

(Name). Checks indicate that (Name) is a high ranking member of a (City) street 

gang known as the (Criminal Organization Name). Intelligence indicates the 

(Criminal Organization) has direct ties to the (Larger Criminal Organization) Drug 

Cartel.

ATF has their compliance division locate all purchases by the suspect in the (City) area.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0010: On (Month) (Day), (Year), (Time), (Municipality) SO analysts has 

identified and retrieved more information on the probable firearms purchaser, (Name). Checks indicate that (Name) is a high 

ranking member of a (City) street gang known as the (Criminal Organization Name). Intelligence indicates the (Criminal 

Organization) has direct ties to the (Larger Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-06 Wednesday- 21:30 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

UPDATE on 0011: (State) SP narcotics agents are continuing interrogation of the 

gun shop burglary suspect. Suspect admits that her/his client has also supplied 

her/him with drugs in the past. Her/His client has provided her/him with (Illegal 

Drug), as well as (Illegal Drug) on occasion. The suspect insisted this was the first 

time s/he was asked to work off her/his purchase.

Reports from the narcotics investigation and ATG forwarded to the FBI. A BOLO is issued on the suspected weapons purchaser. An 

arrest warrant is also issued by the (Municipality) PD for the suspect based on the cooperating defendant's testimony.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0011: (State) SP narcotics agents are continuing interrogation of the gun 

shop burglary suspect. Suspect admits that her/his client has also supplied her/him with drugs in the past. Her/His client has 

provided her/him with (Illegal Drug), as well as (Illegal Drug) on occasion. The suspect insisted this was the first time s/he 

was asked to work off her/his purchase. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

1008 Tuesday- 12:53 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year), - further investigation from the (State) SP on the 

previous arrest of (#) (Ethnicity) individuals along (Interstate) revealed that they 

were headed to (City), (State) to drop-off firearms. They stated that they recently 

became a member of the (Criminal Organization) and were simply told to drop-off 

the vehicle with the weapons at a (Lodging Establishment) on (Interstate) (Cardinal 

Direction) of (City). They did not know who they were supposed to deliver to, only the 

location and see (Name) in the lobby at breakfast.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year), - further investigation from the (State) SP on the previous 

arrest of (#) (Ethnicity) individuals along (Interstate) revealed that they were headed to (City), (State) to drop-off firearms. 

They stated that they recently became a member of the (Criminal Organization) and were simply told to drop-off the vehicle 

with the weapons at a (Name of Lodging Establishment) on (Interstate) (Cardinal Direction) of (City). They did not know who 

they were supposed to deliver to, only the location and see (Name) in the lobby at breakfast. (Gender) 1: (Name) Address: 

(Street Address) Apt. (#) (City), (State) (Zip Code) (Gender) 2: (Name #2) Address: (Street Address #2) Apt. (#) (City), 

(State) (Zip Code) Vehicle: (Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) License Plate: (License Plate ID) Registered Owner: 

(Name) (Lodging Establishment) (Street Address #3), (City), (State), (Zip Code) Name of contact: (Name #3) Address: 

UNK Contact info: UNK No other info can be found on (Name). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1088 Tuesday- 16:29 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 10/8

FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year) an Intel report received advising that there has been 

a recent increase in creating fraudulent hospital employee identifications. Intel 

indicates that (Extreme Religious Followers) are attempting to gain entrance into 

hospitals to obtain inside surveillance for planning a possible terrorist attack.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year) an Intel report received advising that there has been a 

recent increase in creating fraudulent hospital employee identifications. Intel indicates that (Extreme Religious Followers) 

are attempting to gain entrance into hospitals to obtain inside surveillance for planning a possible terrorist attack. Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-06 Thursday- 13:30 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 13

The (State) HP respond to an accident on (State Highway) in (Town). Upon arrival 

at the scene, the (State) HP Trooper observes an overturned (Vehicle Color) 

(Vehicle Type). The driver of the vehicle is DOA and transported to the local 

hospital. In an attempt to ID the driver, the (State) HP Trooper searched the driver’s 

clothing and found her/his wallet. In her/his wallet, the (State) HP Trooper found 

several GSM phone chips, and co-mingled currency from the US and (Bordering 

International Country). In addition, in a separate (Article of Clothing) pocket, the 

(State) HP Trooper found several pieces of paper containing nicknames and money 

amounts with a column for owe and paid.

(State) HP Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP Analyst. 

(State) HP Analyst prepares report on the incident and submits to (State) IFC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (State) HP respond to an accident on (State Highway) in (Town). Upon arrival at the 

scene, the (State) HP Trooper observes an overturned (Color) (Vehicle Type). The driver of the vehicle is DOA and 

transported to the local hospital. In an attempt to ID the driver, the (State) HP Trooper searched the driver’s clothing and 

found her/his wallet. In her/his wallet, the (State) HP Trooper found several GSM phone chips, and co-mingled currency from 

the US and (Bordering International Country). In addition, in a separate (Article of Clothing) pocket, the (State) HP Trooper 

found several pieces of paper containing nicknames and money amounts with a column for owe and paid.*** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0074-05 Thursday- 7:00:01 PM Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 10/13

Suspects in the recent filling station incidents are interrogated by (Municipality) 

PD. Both suspects proudly admit they are members of the (Criminal Organization). 

The names of the suspects are (Name) (owners of the [Year] [Vehicle Color] 

[Vehicle Make] [Vehicle Type] with [State] license plate number: [License Plate ID]). 

(Name) reveals that s/he was told to contact a (Gender) at the following cell phone 

number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). The (Gender)'s name was (Name #2). 

S/He offered to pay them ($ Amount) a piece for the delivery of (#) (#) gallon drums 

of diesel fuel. S/He gave them a deposit on the proposal in the way of ($ Amount) 

cash. Within the bundle of cash was an ATM receipt with the following bank account 

information: (Credit Card Type) Card number (Credit Card #). The card turns out to 

be stolen from (Name #3). The drums were to be delivered to a vacant lot in the (#) 

block of (Street Name).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Suspects in the recent filling station incidents are interrogated by (Municipality) PD. Both 

suspects proudly admit they are members of the (Criminal Organization). The names of the suspects are (Name) (owners of 

the [Year] [Vehicle Color] [Vehicle Make] [Vehicle Type] with [State] license plate number: [License Plate ID]). (Name) reveals 

that s/he was told to contact a (Gender) at the following cell phone number: ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). The (Gender)'s 

name was (Name #2). S/He offered to pay them ($ Amount) a piece for the delivery of (#) (#) gallon drums of diesel fuel. S/He 

gave them a deposit on the proposal in the way of ($ Amount) cash. Within the bundle of cash was an ATM receipt with the 

following bank account information: (Credit Card Type) Card number (Credit Card #). The card turns out to be stolen from 

(Name #3). The drums were to be delivered to a vacant lot in the (#) block of (Street Name). Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0034-01 Thursday- 15:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13

Intruder attempted to enter the (Municipality) (International Energy Company) 

Refinery at an open railroad spur gate. Gate was open for switching railroad tanker 

cars in the facility. Intruder was spotted on video security camera and left the area 

when additional security lights were turned on.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Intruder attempted to enter the (Municipality) (International Energy Company) Refinery at 

an open railroad spur gate. Gate was open for switching railroad tanker cars in the facility. Intruder was spotted on video 

security camera and left the area when additional security lights were turned on. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014 Monday- 20:35 Stolen Fertilizer e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13

(Day) (Month) (Year) at (Time) a (City) area feed store notified 911 of suspicious 

activity at her/his (Agricultural Retail Establishment). The store owner caught a 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) walking in the back of the feed store. The owner asked the 

(Ethnicity) (Gender) what s/he was doing in the warehouse of the store, and s/he 

replied s/he was looking for a bathroom. The owner advised there was not a 

bathroom in the warehouse. The person was escorted to the front of the store and 

left before the PD could arrive. Details: (Agricultural Retail Establishment) (Street 

Address) (Route [#]) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Owner: (Name) Description of 

subject (Ethnicity) (Gender) Height: (Height Range) Hair: (Hair Color) Eyes: (Eye 

Color) Complexion: (Complexion) Appearance: (Description of Clothing) No 

further information is available.

(Municipality) PD dispatches patrol to investigate. Trespass Report (Day) (Month) (Year) (City) patrol officer arrives onscene and takes 

the report from the owner.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Day) (Month) (Year) at (Time am/pm) A (City) area feed store notified 911 of suspicious 

activity at her/his (Agricultural Retail Establishment). The store owner caught a (Ethnicity) (Gender) walking in the back of 

the feed store. The owner asked the (Ethnicity) (Gender) what s/he was doing in the warehouse of the store, and s/he replied 

s/he was looking for a bathroom. The owner advised there was not a bathroom in the warehouse. The person was escorted to 

the front of the store and left before the PD could arrive. Details: (Agricultural Retail Establishment) (Street Address) (Route 

[#]) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Owner: (Name) Description of subject (Ethnicity) (Gender) Height: (Height Range) Hair: 

(Hair Color) Eyes: (Eye Color) Complexion: (Complexion) Appearance: (Description of Clothing) No further information is 

available. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-04 Wednesday- 21:30 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13

The manager of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) identified (Name) from the 

DL photo. S/He told (Municipality) SO investigators that (Name) and a (Race) 

(Gender) wanted to buy a large amount of (Chemical Compound) fertilizer. S/He did 

not have the amount (Name) needed, so s/he referred her/him to one of her/his 

major suppliers in (International City), (International Country).

(Municipality) SO forwards information on (Name) to (State) ASIC for further investigation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The manager of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment) identified (Name) from the DL 

photo. S/He told (Municipality) SO investigators that (Name) and a (Race) (Gender) wanted to buy a large amount of 

(Chemical Compound) fertilizer. S/He did not have the amount (Name) needed, so s/he referred her/him to one of her/his 

major suppliers in (International City), (International Country). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-08 Thursday- 18:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (Interstate) in (Town), (State) HP pulled over a (Gender) for speeding. When 

the (State) HP trooper approached the driver of the vehicle and asked the driver for 

her/his DL, the driver appeared to be very nervous. As the (State) HP trooper looked 

into the rear of the vehicle, s/he observed what appeared to be satellite photos 

downloaded from the internet thrown about the rear seat, along with (#) SLR 

cameras and a digital video camera. The (State) HP trooper noted that the 

(Gender), who appeared to be (Ethnicity), spoke (Language) with a (Ethnicity #2) 

accent. When asked about the camera, the (Gender) stated s/he didn't know where it 

came from.

Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. (State) HP interviews the (Gender) with the camera equipment. Troop (Alpha) reports the 

incident to Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP analyst. (State) HP analyst prepares report on the incident and submits to (State) IFC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Interstate) in (Town), (State) HP pulled over a (Gender) for speeding. When the 

(State) HP Trooper approached the driver of the vehicle and asked the driver for her/his DL, the driver appeared to be very 

nervous. As the (State) HP Trooper looked into the rear of the vehicle, s/he observed what appeared to be satellite photos 

downloaded from the internet thrown about the rear seat, along with (#) SLR cameras and a digital video camera. The (State) 

HP Trooper noted that the (Gender), who appeared to be (Ethnicity), spoke (Language) with a (Ethnicity #2) accent. When 

asked about the camera, the (Gender) stated s/he didn't know where it came from. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-11 Thursday- 17:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 13

On (Interstate) in (County), the (State) HP pulled over a (Gender) (Ethnicity) for 

speeding. When asked for ID, the (Gender) provided them with an (State) driver’s 

license. The (State) HP trooper ran the driver’s license and it came back with an 

outstanding arrest warrant. When the (State) HP trooper went to place the driver 

under arrest for the outstanding warrant, the driver stated that the license can’t 

come back with a warrant because it is a fake.

Trooper reports the incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP analyst.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Interstate) in (County), the (State) HP pulled over a (Gender) (Ethnicity) for speeding. 

When asked for ID, the (Gender) provided them with an (State) driver’s license. The (State) HP Trooper ran the driver’s 

license and it came back with an outstanding arrest warrant. When the (State) HP Trooper went to place the driver under 

arrest for the outstanding warrant, the driver stated that the license can’t come back with a warrant because it is a fake.*** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690001 Tuesday- 19:40 US Ambassador to (International Country) 

request for information e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) 15 United States Mission to the United Nations (USUN) Ambassador asks for update on terrorist threat to the United States. Prepare status update.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** USUN Ambassador asks for update on terrorist threat to US e-mail from Department of 

State Task Force (DOS TF) Controller to DOS TF From: USUN To: DOS Task Force Subj: Please provide status update 

There is a Security Council Counterterrorism Committee meeting on (Day of the Week) at (Time) (Time Zone). I need to be 

up to date on the emerging threat to the US and (International Country). Please provide a status update by (Time) (Day of the 

Week). I am especially interested in your recommendations for US actions that we should consider taking. Without knowing 

the nature of the threat I encourage you to explore all options and give me your assessment of the value of each possibility in 

your recommendations document. Thank you, signed Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0002-03 Wednesday- 20:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

During interviews of staff at the (Lodging Establishment Name), the senior 

housekeeper remembered (Name) and another (Gender) who shared her/his room. 

The other (Gender) was (Race) and much taller and heavier than (Name). S/he 

identified (Name) from her/his (State) DL photo and also remembered the (#) 

(Gender) were overheard talking about purchasing large quantities of fertilizer.

(Municipality) SO investigators interview manager of the (Agricultural Retail Establishment).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During interviews of staff at the (Lodging Establishment Name), the senior housekeeper 

remembered (Name) and another (Gender) who shared her/his room. The other (Gender) was (Race) and much taller and 

heavier than (Name). S/he identified (Name) from her/his (State) DL photo and also remembered the (#) (Gender) were 

overheard talking about purchasing large quantities of fertilizer. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480002 Tuesday- 19:35 White Noise: Possible attack on a hospital in 

(State) Telephone Private Citizen (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) White Noise 2/8 A concerned citizen contacts the (State) State Fusion Center about a possible attack on a hospital in the (City) area. The State investigates the threat, eventually sending the information to a Federal agency.. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (University/College) and (Name of Branch of Medical Care) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name); I’m calling to report a possible attack on a hospital in (State). I was 

attending a charity event in (City) for underprivileged children in the (International Geographical Region). While speaking 

with (#) (Respectful Synonym for a Gender) a discussion of healthcare arose, which soon sparked a politically charged 

discussion focusing on the hospitals in this country. One of the (Respectful Synonym for a Gender) I was speaking with was 

visibly angry at this conversation and eventually remarked “I can’t wait to see what happens to (State Residents) when their 

hospitals are no longer functioning.” This struck me as very odd that s/he used the term “when” to make her/his statement. I 

wouldn’t be calling about this if I wasn’t extremely put-off, but being a doctor in private practice in the (City) area, I took this as 

a threat. I can’t give you a clear description as I forgot my glasses at home that evening and was lead around by my (Spouse) 

the whole evening. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address), (City), (State) Education: (Academic Degree), 

(University/College) Employment: (Job Position), (Name of a Branch of Medical Care) DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), 

(University/College) and (Name of a Branch of Medical Care) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690008 Thursday- 23:59 (International Country) Issues Warning Against 

Travel to United States Web site Public Department of State (DOS) (Terrorist Organization) 15

This is a (Contingency Inject) intended to be released after the (International 

Country) issues a warning against travel to the United States. (International Country 

#2) will issue a similar warning.

DOS TF coordinates with DOS Public Affairs, DHS, and White House to coordinate U.S. Government response to warnings against 

travel to the United States.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** This is a (Contingency Inject) intended to be released after the (International Country) 

issues a warning against travel to the United States. (International Country #2) will issue a similar warning. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

1016 Wednesday- 0:35 (State) White Noise Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A(n) (Ethnicity) individual tried to open a PO Box without any ID. When the (Gender) 

USPS employee asked for photo ID, s/he refused. The employee then stated s/he 

could not open a PO Box without the proper ID. The (Gender) then got very upset 

and told her/him to 'just do her/his job "filthy dog."' The employee then went to call 

the police; witnesses stated that another individual from the line pulled the first 

(Gender) away and they ran to a vehicle in the parking lot.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (Ethnicity) individual tried to open a PO Box without any ID. When the (Gender) USPS 

employee asked for photo ID, s/he refused. The employee then stated s/he could not open a PO Box without the proper ID. The 

(Gender) then got very upset and told her/him to 'just do her/his job "filthy dog"'. The employee then went to call the police; 

witnesses stated that another individual from the line pulled the first (Gender) away and they ran to a vehicle in the parking lot. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690012 Friday- 3:10 Embassy Walk-In Claims Knowledge of 

Terrorist Events e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 15

Report of an individual walking into U.S. Embassy (Name of U.S. Embassy Location 

within an International Country) claiming to have knowledge of (Month)'s terrorist 

attacks in (Cardinal Direction) (Continent) and of plots to stage follow on attacks 

within the United States.

Upon receipt of information from Embassy RSO, Diplomatic Security within the DOS Task Force will share this information as 

appropriate, including to INR and in Task Force Situation Reports. There is not a player e-mail address in the recipient field of the implementer.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Report of an individual walking into U.S. Embassy (Name of U.S. Embassy Location within 

an International Country) claiming to have knowledge of (Month)'s terrorist attacks in (Cardinal Direction) (Continent) and of 

plots to stage follow on attacks within the United States. DOS Task Force Controller will e-mail DOS Task Force the 

following e-mail. From: Embassy (Name of U.S. Embassy Location within an International Country) with Regional Security 

Officer To: DOS Task Force Subj: Walk-Ins Claim Knowledge of Terrorist events This morning an individual walked into the 

U.S. Embassy (Name of U.S. Embassy Location within an International Country) and requested to speak with an American 

law enforcement officer. S/He claimed to have knowledge of (Month)'s terrorist attacks in (Cardinal Direction) (Continent) 

and of plots to stage follow on attacks within the United States. The (Gender), who carries no identification and calls 

her/himself (Name), claims to have attended the same (Capital of International Country) (Place of Worship) as the 

perpetrators of the (Month) terrorist attacks in (Capital of International Country). S/He stated that s/he and the "glorious 

martyrs" often talked of getting revenge upon the (Geographical Region) for the "subjugation of the (Religion) people" and 

that s/he was aware of their plot to stage attacks in (International Geographical Region) but was not personally involved in the 

planning or execution of these attacks. S/He further claims that s/he heard discussions of additional "martyrdom operations" 

which were to take place in the United States following the (Ethnicity) attacks. S/He is still under questioning and is evasive 

when asked for specific details on her/his colleagues in (Capital of International Country) or specific targets within the United 

States. I will provide additional information as soon as it becomes available. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
1005 Wednesday- 21:20 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 13

The owner of (Retail Establishment Name) store on (Street Address), (City), 

(State), contacts the (Municipality) Police Department to update the previous report 

of a suspicious recent sale of pesticide to a customer. The customer who purchased 

the pesticide days before returned to the hardware store and bought (#) yard rakes. 

The owner of the hardware store recognized the customer and asked about the 

(Gender)’s inquiries regarding the lethality of pesticide to humans. The customer 

then admitted that s/he was considering trying to poison her/his neighbor’s dog with 

the pesticide, but wanted to make sure the children in the neighborhood wouldn’t be 

injured by the poison instead.

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The owner of (Retail Establishment Name) store on (Street Address), (City), (State), 

contacts the (Municipality) Police Department to update the previous report of a suspicious recent sale of pesticide to a 

customer. The customer who purchased the pesticide days before returned to the hardware store and bought (#) yard rakes. 

The owner of the hardware store recognized the customer and asked about the (Gender)’s inquiries regarding the lethality of 

pesticide to humans. The customer then admitted that s/he was considering trying to poison her/his neighbor’s dog with the 

pesticide, but wanted to make sure the children in the neighborhood wouldn’t be injured by the poison instead. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

379400 Monday- 12:15 Migratory Interview (Name) Hand delivered report (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

Migratory Interview of (Name) following detention at (International City) 

International Airport as a result of an Advanced Passenger Information System 

(APIS) hit.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Migratory Interview of (Name) following detention at (International City) International 

Airport as a result of an APIS hit. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

379403 Monday- 22:48 (Name) Interrogation: (Name #2) Arrival in 

(International Country) Hand delivered report (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15 (Name) ([Suspected Terrorist Code #1]) Declaration Part II - (Name #2) ([Suspected Terrorist Code #2]) arrival in (International Country)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Name) Declaration Part II - (Name #2) arrival in (International Country) *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

000 Monday- 23:30

Confirmation of safe house locations 

(International State), (International State), and 

(City within International State)

Hand delivered report (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

Ministerial Federal Police confirms to Attorney General Office the safe house 

locations declared by (Name) in (International State), (International State), and (City 

within International State)

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Migration Control Unit) player. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** Ministerial Federal Police confirms to Attorney General Office the safe house locations declared by (Name) 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

007 Tuesday- 3:15 (Name) arrest detention: notification of detention 

and possessions. Hand delivered report (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 15

The Ministerial Federal Police (City within International State) informs Attorney 

General Office on (Name)'s arrest due to the securing of the (City within 

International State), (International State). Safe-house

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Military Police Unit) player. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

*** The Ministerial Federal Police (City within International State) informs Attorney General Office on (Name)'s arrest due to 

the securing of the (City within International State), (International State). Safe-house*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0042-01 Monday- 15:00 (Chemical Company) Target SAR (White 

Noise) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 13/2

Facility security officer at reports through a SAR of individuals taking pictures at the 

main gate and fenceline. Suspect departs quickly when they see security guards 

approaching. Security guards did not get a good description, but were able to get a 

vehicle description. Description of vehicle: (Vehicle Color) late model (Vehicle 

Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type). Upon further questioning of the entire 

security force, this same vehicle has been seen over the last (Period of Time) 

almost every other day.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

Sheriff Dept - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Facility Security Officer at reports through a SAR of individuals taking pictures at the main 

gate and fenceline. Suspect departs quickly when they see security guards approaching. Security guards did not get a good 

description, but were able to get a vehicle description. Description of vehicle: (Color) late model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle 

Model) (Vehicle Type). Upon further questioning of the entire security force, this same vehicle has been seen over the last 

(Period of Time) almost every other day. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

*** 

005-01 Tuesday- 15:10

Search warrants issued for properties in 

(International State), (International State), and 

(City within International State).

Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

The district judge authorizes search warrants to the Attorney General Office for 

properties in (International State), (International State), and (City within International 

State).

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Marine Search and Rescue Unit) player via 

telephone/pager. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The District Judge authorizes search warrants to the Attorney General 

Office for properties in (International State), (International State), and (City within International State). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

014 Tuesday- 16:00

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Passport Unit) 

informs Ministry of Foreign Affairs 

(International Migration/Refugee Research 

Unit) on tampered passports

e-mail (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Passport Unit) informs Ministry of Foreign Affairs 

(International Migration/Refugee Research Unit) on tampered passports 

discovered in (Applicable Terrorist Cell)'s possession.

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Migration/Refugee Research Unit) player via e-mail. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Passport Unit) informs Ministry of Foreign Affairs 

(International Migration/Refugee Research Unit) on tampered passports discovered in (Name)'s possession. Do not reply to 

this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

015 Tuesday- 16:45

National Alert Center informs National 

Immigration Institute on (Name) immigration 

history

Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym]) 15 National Alert Center informs National Immigration Institute on (Name) immigration 

history, including her/his name, date of birth, and travel history.

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Migration Control Unit) player. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** National Alert Center informs National Immigration Institute on (Name) immigration history, including her/his 

name, date of birth, and travel history.. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

017 Tuesday- 20:30 The (Roman Numeral) Military Region report 

on (International State) safe house search Telephone (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 15 The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of the (International State) search warrant.

The attached implementer should be delivered to the (International Department of National Defense) player via e-mail. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (Roman Numeral) Military Region informs to the Ministry of Defense on the result of the 

(International State) search warrant.. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480003-04 Thursday- 17:00 The threat against the (Lodging Establishment) 

in (State) is eliminated Telephone (State) Highway Patrol (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) 13 The (State) State Police deem the threat not credible by locating the group and identifying them as known loiterers. The State closes the investigation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The police investigate further and eventually locate a group matching the waiter’s 

description. The group was interviewed and determined to have previously had a run in with (State) officials. They are a local 

group of homeless wanderers which make up stories to stay in restaurants longer then they have to, enabling them to get off 

the streets for a little longer. The threat is deemed not credible. ** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0076-01 Tuesday- 13:50 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 13/5

(Municipality) Sheriff calls the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to report and to 

ask for help in the investigation of the theft of over (# Weight) of explosives used 

daily to dislodge stone used in home building. The explosives was stored in a bunker 

on the (Quarry Name)'s property in (County) . The bunker is under 24-hour 

surveillance by CCTV; however no alarm was sounded when the robbery took place. 

There are CCTV recordings of the robbers available for review. Additionally, there 

is also a missing security guard who was on duty last evening manning the control 

center and the other (#) guards were found unconscious and locked in a closet this 

morning.

DPS dispatches DPS/(State) Rangers to investigate and makes appropriate notifications.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff calls the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to report and to ask for 

help in the investigation of the theft of over (#) (Weight) of explosives used daily to dislodge stone used in home building. The 

explosives was stored in a bunker on the (Quarry Name)'s property in (County) . The bunker is under 24 hour surveillance by 

CCTV, however no alarm was sounded when the robbery took place. There are CCTV recordings of the robbers available for 

review. Additionally, there is also a missing security guard who was on duty last evening manning the control center and the 

other (#) guards were found unconscious and locked in a closet this morning. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001 Tuesday- 13:05 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) SAR e-mail Private Sector Private Sector 13

Suspicious individual attempts to gain access to (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

in (City). Alert security guard questioned individual about suspicious Driver's 

License.(Municipality) PD is contacted and arrives onscene. Individual is detained 

for questioning.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Suspicious individual attempts to gain access to (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Terminal in (City). Alert Security Guard questioned individual about suspicious Driver's License. (Municipality) PD is 

contacted and arrives onscene. Individual is detained for questioning. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-02 Wednesday- 21:00 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) SAR Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 13

(Name) is taken to the (Municipality) Police Station and booked on security 

violations, attempted assaults of a police officer and for resisting arrest. When 

being interrogated (Name) admits s/he a member in "good standing" with the 

(State) Militia. S/He claims that the Militia has been hired by a (Race) (Gender) 

from (City), (State) surveil the various energy sector facilities in the (City) area. 

(Name) doesn't know all the details because s/he is not the intelligence officer for 

the (State) Militia. That job is held by (Name #2). S/He said the ROTM is paid in 

cash to conduct the reconnaissance.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Name) is taken to the (Municipality) Police Station and booked on security violations, 

attempted assaults of a police officer and for resisting arrest. When being interrogated (Name) admits s/he a member in 

"good standing" with the (State) Militia. S/He claims that the Militia has been hired by a (Race) (Gender) from (City), (State) 

surveil the various energy sector facilities in the (City) area. (Name) doesn't know all the details because s/he is not the 

Intelligence officer for the (State) Militia. That job is held by (Name #2). S/He said the ROTM is paid in cash to conduct the 

reconnaissance. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-01 Wednesday- 14:15 Theft of (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Pipeline Schematics e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13/3

(Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) FSO contacts (Municipality) PD that pipeline 

schematics have been stolen and that they suspect the night cleaning crew. FSO 

furnishes a list of the cleaning crew and their personal data.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) FSO contacts (Municipality) PD that pipeline 

schematics have been stolen and that they suspect the night cleaning crew. FSO furnishes a list of the cleaning crew and 

their personal data. Names include: (Name) - (Street Address); (Name #2) - (Street Address); (Name #3) - (Street 

Address), Apt. (#); (Name #4) - (Street Address), Apt. (#). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-03 Thursday- 13:00 Theft of (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Pipeline Schematics e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

(Municipality) police dispatch a detective to interview the (Name). When the 

detective arrives, s/he is immediately accosted by a (Gender) in her/his early-(Age 

Decade). The detective, upon identifying her/himself, is assaulted with a baseball 

bat and the assailant then takes off running. The detective subdues the assailant and 

transports her/him to the (Municipality) PD for interrogation.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Specifically should share with (City) Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) police dispatch a detective to interview the (Name). When the detective 

arrives, s/he is immediately accosted by a (Gender) in his early-(Age Decade). The detective, upon identifying her/himself, is 

assaulted with a baseball bat and the assailant then takes off running. The detective subdues the assailant and transports 

her/him to the (Municipality) PD for interrogation. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0007 Thursday- 15:00 (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Intruder e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/13

Intruder attempted to enter the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) at an open 

railroad spur gate. Gate was open for switching railroad tanker cars in the facility. 

Intruder was spotted on video security camera and left the area when additional 

security lights were turned on.

Facility security investigate and report to local law enforcement (LE) and well as contact other similar facilities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Intruder attempted to enter the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) at an open railroad spur 

gate. Gate was open for switching railroad tanker cars in the facility. Intruder was spotted on video security camera and left 

the area when additional security lights were turned on. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

0037-01 Thursday- 17:00 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 1/5

A small boat entered the (City) Maritime Security Zone. Boat was a (Boat Length) 

(Color) and (Color) (Boat Make). It appeared (Gender) dressed in military uniforms 

were taking pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by 

authorities. Vessel last seen heading (Cardinal Direction) towards (Container 

Terminal)

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Facility Security Officer reports a small boat entered the (City) Maritime Security Zone. 

Boat was a (Boat Length) (Color) and (Color) (Boat Make). It appeared (Gender) dressed in military uniforms were taking 

pictures. Vessel departed area before they could be engaged by authorities. Vessel last seen heading (Cardinal Direction) 

towards (Container Terminal). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0030-01 Wednesday- 14:00 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

The Facility security officer at (International Energy Company) in (Municipality) 

reported that one of her/his facility's IT security manager, (Name) had her/his 

(Vehicle) broken into overnight. Items stolen included a Company laptop computer 

and company identification badge. (Name) also says that s/he had seen the same 

car following her/him home for the past several days - since (Day of Week). S/He 

didn't know if it was related to the theft, but wanted to provide the information. Last 

night s/he made note of the vehicle's type and got a partial license plate number. 

The vehicle is a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). S/He thinks the 

license is something like (License Plate ID) or (License Plate ID #2).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Facility Security Officer at (International Energy Company) in (City) reported that one 

of her/his facility's IT Security Manager, (Name) had her/his (Vehicle) broken into overnight. Items stolen included a 

Company laptop computer and company identification badge. (Name) also says that s/he had seen the same car following 

her/him home for the past several days - since (Day of the Week). S/He didn't know if it was related to the theft, but wanted to 

provide the information. Last night s/he made note of the vehicle's type and got a partial license plate number. The vehicle is a 

(Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). S/He thinks the license is something like (License Plate ID) or (License 

Plate ID #2). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0030-02 Wednesday- 13:20 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center 13

(Municipality) PD reports a vehicle break-in at the home of (Name) at (Street 

Address), (City). (Name) is the IT security officer at the (International Energy 

Company) Refinery in (City). S/He reports the only thing taken was a company 

laptop computer and her/his identification from work. (Name) says that this has 

caused her/him to recall that s/he has seen the same car following her/him home for 

the past several days - since (Day of the Week). S/He doesn't know if it is related to 

the theft, but wanted to provide the information. S/He was going to report it to her/his 

FSO in the morning at (International Energy Company). Last night s/he made note 

of the vehicles type and got a partial license plate number. The vehicle is a (Vehicle 

Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). S/He thinks the license is something like 

(License Plate ID) or (License Plate ID #2).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD reports a vehicle break-in at the home of (Name) at (Street Address), 

(City). (Name) is the IT Security Officer at the (International Energy Company) Refinery in (City). S/He reports the only thing 

taken was a company laptop computer and her/his identification from work. (Name) says that this has caused her/him to recall 

that s/he has seen the same car following her/him home for the past several days - since (Day of the Week). S/He doesn't 

know if it is related to the theft, but wanted to provide the information. S/He was going to report it to her/his FSO in the 

morning at (International Energy Company). Last night s/he made note of the vehicles type and got a partial license plate 

number. The vehicle is a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model). S/He thinks the license is something like (License 

Plate ID) or (License Plate ID #2). Do not reply to this e-mail. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0032-01 Tuesday- 15:30 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector 12/2

Person calls main listed telephone number for (City) (International Energy 

Company) Refinery and explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing 

a research paper on the national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller 

has numerous questions about types of products and security measures used at the 

facility

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center. Notify MSEL Manager

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Municipality) (International Energy 

Industry) Refinery and explains he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance 

of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products and security measures used at the 

facility. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1015-02 Wednesday- 3:30 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

A detective with the (State) State Police writes a report on a confidential informant 

who reported that a fundraiser for a terrorist group traveled to a (City) (Place of 

Worship) to collect donations.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A Detective with the (State) State Police writes a report on a confidential informant who 

reported that a fundraiser for a terrorist group traveled to a (City) (Place of Worship) to collect donations. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1030-01 Friday- 3:00 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/13/5

CBP personnel met up with the hunters, who reported the possible border crossing 

by the small plane, near (City), (State). The hunters told the Border Patrol officials 

that the plane looked like a high wing (Aircraft Make) type, kind of like a (Aircraft 

Make) (Aircraft Model) and it was heading due (Cardinal Direction) like it was 

heading for (City)

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** CBP personnel met up with the hunters, who reported the possible border crossing by the 

small plane, near (City), (State). The hunters told the Border Patrol officials that the plane looked like a high wing (Aircraft 

Make) type, kind of like a (Aircraft Make) (Aircraft Model) and it was heading due (Cardinal Direction) like it was heading for 

(City). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480005-01 Thursday- 1:00 (Con) White Noise: Possible attack on an oil 

storage facility in (State) Telephone Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 2/10/5 A concerned gas station employee calls the NICC to report a possible attack on an oil storage facility in (State). DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (City), (State) and (Gas Station Name) are fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name), I work for a gas station in (City), (State) and I would like to report 

some suspicious activities concerning an oil storage facility in (State). I was finishing up an oil change when I heard these 

(#) (Gender) discussing the flammability of oil and how “cool it’s going to be to see an oil field on fire.” I decided to listen 

further in, they thought I was probably listening to the radio, but they started talking about the best way to ignite it. They spoke 

about car bombs and grenades. When the (Gender) left the store they got into a (Color) (Vehicle Model) and left. They were 

both tall, around (#) feet, (Body Type) build, and they looked (Ethnicity). Their ascents were different; English seemed to be 

the only language they had in common. They both had (Hair Color) hair; one had a (Distinct Facial Mark) on the left side of 

her/his face. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) Education: (Level of Achieved Education) Employment: 

(Gas Station Name), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) (City), (State) and (Gas Station Name) are fictitious 

organizations used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1031 Tuesday- 21:00 CIKR Threat Assessment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 15

Governor (Name)'s office requests an updated Critical Infrastructure and Key 

Resources (CIKR) threat assessment for the State of (State) based on current 

International and National events. Request the report by (Time of Day), (Day of 

Week) (Day) (Month)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Governor (Name)'s office requests an updated Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources 

(CIKR) threat assessment for the State of (State) based on current International and National events. Request the report by 

(Time of Day), (Day of the Week), (Day) (Month). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45Z007 Thursday- 10:00 Safe House Raid in (International City) e-mail DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International City) DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15

(Ethnicity) authorities raid a safe house in (Capital of International Country) early on 

(Day) (Month) (Year). (#) questioned fingerprints are collected at the safe house. 

Once processed by (Ethnicity) authorities, the (#) questioned prints are provided to 

the LEGAT in (Capital of International Country #2) for possible identification.

Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico should conduct analysis and query IAFIS database. Results of initial analysis and database 

search on (#) questioned fingerprints should be provided to CT Watch/FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database 

search from FBI controller. If asked, controller reports there are multiple matches in the FBI/IAFIS database. (Submitted Fingerprint 

Code #1) matches (Known Fingerprint Code #1) and (Known Fingerprint Code#2) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Suspected Terrorist 

#1)’s identity may or may not be known at this point. (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) matches (Known Fingerprint Code #3) and (Known 

Fingerprint Code #4) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). (Suspected Terrorist #2)’s identity likely remains unknown. (Submitted Fingerprint 

Code #3) matches (Known Fingerprint Code #5) and (Known Fingerprint Code #6) ([Suspected Terrorist #3]). (Suspected Terrorist 

#3)’s identity is known from her/his arrest in (State). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #4) matches (Known Fingerprint Code #7) 

([Suspected Terrorist #4]). (Suspected Terrorist #4)’s identity likely remains unknown. After receiving this information–the FBI player 

should share this information and (#) questioned fingerprints with US VISIT players for further analysis. Assuming the FBI Player 

forwards this information and the (#) questioned fingerprints to US VISIT, the US VISIT players should initiate an IDENT database 

search. US VISIT players should request the results of their IDENT database search from the US VISIT controller. If asked, the 

controller responds there are multiple matches in the IDENT database. Similar to IAFIS, there are identical matches for (Submitted 

Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]), (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]), (Submitted Fingerprint 

Code #3) ([Suspected Terrorist #3]) and (Submitted Fingerprint Code #4) ([Suspected Terrorist #4]) in IDENT. There is one additional 

match in IDENT. Print (Submitted Fingerprint Code #5) matches the prints of (Known Fingerprint Code #8) for (Suspected Terrorist 

#5). (Suspected Terrorist #5) is identified as (Name) (alias) her/his basic background information concerning his/her entry into the U.S. 

on a fraudulent (International Country) passport should be provided to the players at this time. FBI and US VISIT players should share 

and report results of database searches with appropriate units, organizations and agencies. Unidentified prints should be stored for 

future investigation/action.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The FBI Legit (Capital of International Country) provides the CT Watch / FBI SIOC and 

Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico with (#) questioned fingerprints. These prints are identified as: (List of Submitted 

Fingerprint Code(s)). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45Z006 Wednesday- 16:00 (Suspected Terrorist) Arrest; Fingerprints 

Shared with U.S. e-mail DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International Country)

DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15

Late on (Day) (Month) (Year) (Ethnicity) authorities detain (Suspected Terrorist) 

following reports of suspicious activity at a port in (International Country). 

(Suspected Terrorist) is fingerprinted following his arrest. (Ethnicity) authorities 

share these fingerprints (identified as [Known Fingerprint Code]) with the FBI Legit 

in (Capital of International Country).

CT Watch / FBI-SIOC player requests a direct IAFIS database search on this set of prints. Player should request results of database 

search from FBI controller. If asked, controller reports there is a match in the FBI / IAFIS database. The prints for (Known Fingerprint 

Code) match the prints of (Submitted Fingerprint Code) for (Suspected Terrorist) collected from the warehouse in (Port City in 

International Department in International Country), (International Country). FBI players should also share the prints of (Suspected 

Terrorist) ([Known Fingerprint Code]) with US Visit for possible match and cross-reference. Assuming the FBI player forwards the one 

set of prints to US VISIT, US Visit players should run a database search in IDENT. Player should request results of a database search 

from the US Visit controller. If asked, controller confirms there is a match in the IDENT database. (Known Fingerprint Code) match 

prints for (Submitted Fingerprint Code) ([Suspected Terrorist]), collected from the warehouse in (Port City in International Department 

in International Country), (International Country). FBI and US VISIT players should share and report results of database searches with 

appropriate units, organizations and agencies. Unidentified prints should be stored for future investigation / action.

On (Month) (Day), (Year) at approximately (Time) (Time Zone), US-VISIT received 

a call from the FBI SOIC, advising that there was one individual taken into custody by 

(Ethnicity) authorities late on (Month) (Day). US-VISIT was advised that the 

individuals’ fingerprints were in the process of being electronically transferred from 

the CT Watch/FBI SOIC for analysis and query through the IDENT database. Upon 

receiving the fingerprints from the FBI, US-VISIT analyzed and queried them 

through the IDENT database. The analysis revealed a match in the IDENT database. 

According to the IDENT record, the suspects’ fingerprints had been previously 

entered into the IDENT database as an UNKNOWN individual. The original entry of 

the latent fingerprint into the IDENT database occurred on (Month) (Day), (Year) 

when US-VISIT received (#) questioned fingerprints from the FBI SOIC, which were 

recovered during a warehouse raid by (Ethnicity) authorities in (Port City within 

International Department in International Country), (International Country). In 

partnership with the FBI SOIC, US-VISIT assisted in positively identifying the 

suspect as (Name). US-VISIT forwarded the IDENT database information on 

(Name) to the FBI SOIC. In addition, US-VISIT updated the IDENT record with 

(Name)’s biographic information and in the “comments” field a notation was made 

explaining the circumstances for analyzing and sharing the biometric and biographic 

information with the FBI SOIC. Due to the heightened state of awareness throughout 

the intelligence and law enforcement communities after the recent terrorist attacks in 

(Month) and the on going terrorist threats, US-VISIT also shared the findings from 

the IDENT database with the NTC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Upon receipt of one set of fingerprints from (Ethnicity) officials, the FBI Legit in (Capital of 

International Country) provides the CT Watch / FBI SIOC with an arrest report and the fingerprints. These prints are 

identified as (Known Fingerprint Code). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1012 Tuesday- 18:24 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 2

(City) area (Religious Followers) are distraught over allegations that their (Place 

of Worship) are being monitored by intelligence agencies. (Place of Worship) 

report some (Religious Followers) are avoiding (Place of Worship) because of 

feared surveillance

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (City) area (Religious Followers) are distraught over allegations that their (Place of 

Worship) are being monitored by intelligence agencies. (Place of Worship) report some (Religious Followers) are avoiding 

(Place of Worship) because of feared surveillance. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1015 Tuesday- 19:25 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 13/2

Local parent calls (Municipality) Police Department to report that a neighboring 

apartment is suspicious. All of the occupants are (Ethnicity)-looking (Gender) and 

they have no furniture. They only come and go in the (Time of Day).

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Local parent calls (Municipality) Police Department to report that a neighboring apartment 

is suspicious. All of the occupants are (Ethnicity)-looking (Gender) and they have no furniture. They only come and go in the 

(Time of Day). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1025 Wednesday- 16:50 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13

An (City) warehouse owner reports a potential tenant acting suspiciously while 

touring a facility, asking about privacy and seemed upset after the owner answered 

the tenant's question about how close the nearest police department was.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An (City) warehouse owner reports a potential tenant acting suspiciously while touring a 

facility, asking about privacy and seemed upset after the owner answered the tenant's question about how close the nearest 

police department was. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1027 Wednesday- 17:55 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 1/10/13

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Highway Watch issues report citing 

trucker reports of attempted thefts of trucks carrying hazardous material at (#) rest 

stops near (City). The report highlights (#) similar incidents in neighboring states.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Highway Watch issues report citing trucker 

reports of attempted thefts of trucks carrying hazardous material at (#) rest stops near (City). The report highlights (#) 

similar incidents in neighboring states. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1002 Monday- 18:15 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13

A group of (#) young (Ethnicity) (Gender) in late (Age Decade) or early (Age 

Decade) are observed participating in paintball activities near (State Park Name) 

State Park in (City), (State). The (Gender) are noticed by the facility staff as being 

uncommonly militaristic and regimented in their activities, and they appeared as if 

they were conducting some type of training. When an officer from the State Park 

Office arrives at the facility to check on the report, the (Gender) are gone.

FC analyst will handle report according to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***A group of (#) young (Ethnicity) (Gender) in late (Age Decade) or early (Age Decade) are 

observed participating in paintball activities near (State Park Name) State Park in (City), (State). The (Gender) are noticed by 

the facility staff as being uncommonly militaristic and regimented in their activities, and they appeared as if they were 

conducting some type of training. When an officer from the state park office arrives at the facility to check on the report, the 

(Gender) are gone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1007 Tuesday- 14:30 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 15

(Municipality) Police issued an Amber Alert for a missing child. The missing child 

is a (#)-year old girl named (Name) from (City), (State). Her/His (Parent) reported 

the incident to the police after s/he failed to contact her/his ex-(Spouse) who had 

custody over the weekend. Her/His ex-(Spouse)'s name is (Name).

FC analyst handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Police issued an Amber Alert for a missing child. The missing child is a (#)-

year old (Gender) named (Name) from (City), (State). Her/His (Parent) reported the incident to the police after s/he failed to 

contact her/his ex-(Spouse) who had custody over the weekend. Her/His ex-(Spouse)'s name is (Name). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

45M000-01 Tuesday- 19:22 Suspicious Package found (Coordinated 

Direction) of (Airport) e-mail DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA)

DHS / Transportation Security Administration 

(TSA) White Noise 13/3

During the (Time of Day) of (Day) (Month), local police report that their 

investigation points to a group of disgruntled rail employees who were recently laid 

off. A police informant said that s/he overheard a number of (Gender) discussing 

blowing up a rail car in (City) to protest the loss of their jobs. Suspects have been 

identified and are being interviewed by police. To date, no terrorist nexus to the 

investigation uncovered

FIO - (City): (Point of Contact) (Point of Contact's E-mail) and FIO - (Area): (Point of Contact) (Point of Contact's E-mail). Notify 

Transportation Security Operations Center Crisis Incident Management Group, DHS representative at (City) Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During the (Time of Day) of (Day) (Month), local police report that their investigation 

points to a group of disgruntled rail employees who were recently laid off. A police informant said that s/he overheard a 

number of (Gender) discussing blowing up a rail car in (City) to protest the loss of their jobs. Suspects have been identified 

and are being interviewed by police. To date, no terrorist nexus to the investigation uncovered.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

1066 Tuesday- 2:26 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

(State) SP trooper completes a field Interview card for a w/m stopped on traffic on 

(Interstate) (Cardinal Direction) of (City). When the trooper approached the violator 

s/he was able to see (Religious) literature and writings. There were no wants or 

warrants for the driver and the trooper requested and received consent to search the 

(Vehicle). The trooper photographed the writing and released the driver with a 

citation and FI completed.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP trooper completes a Field Interview card for a w/m stopped on traffic on 

(Interstate) (Cardinal Direction) of (City). When the Trooper approached the violator s/he was able to see (Religious) 

literature and writings. There were no wants or warrants for the driver and the trooper requested and received consent to 

search the (Vehicle). The trooper photographed the writing and released the driver with a citation and FI completed. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-07 Wednesday- 23:00 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(State) SP locates and arrests the suspected weapons purchaser. A search of the 

suspect's vehicle uncovers scales and (#) concealed high capacity (.#) super 

automatic (Gun Type)

The suspected weapons purchaser is arrested on the warrant, and additional charges for the firearms charges are added.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP locates and arrests the suspected weapons purchaser. A search of the 

suspect's vehicle uncovers drugs and (#) concealed automatic (Gun Type). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030-07 Thursday- 20:47 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5/1

(State) State Police have notified the Air Force Rescue Command Center who made 

contact with the local Civil Air Patrol to prepare to assist with locating the possible 

airplane crash (Cardinal Direction) of (City).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police have notified the Air Force Rescue Command Center who made 

contact with the local Civil Air Patrol to prepare to assist with locating the possible airplane crash (Cardinal Direction) of 

(City). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-08 Thursday- 19:00 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/5

Narcotics agents initiate the interrogation of the suspected weapons purchaser. 

After being confronted with the firearms possession charges and Federal 

prosecution, the suspect agrees to cooperate. S/He claimed s/he was approached 

by a local (Criminal Organization) affiliate and asked to obtain the weapons for a 

third party client. The suspect was able to identify the (Criminal Organization) 

affiliate, but not her/his client.

A records search reveals the (Criminal Organization) member's location. A search and arrest warrant is issued.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Narcotics agents initiate the interrogation of the suspected weapons purchaser. After 

being confronted with the firearms possession charges and federal prosecution, the suspect agrees to cooperate. S/He 

claimed s/he was approached by a local (Criminal Organization) affiliate and asked to obtain the weapons for a third party 

client. The suspect was able to identify the (Criminal Organization) affiliate, but not her/his client Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0011-09 Friday- 1:46 Gun Theft/Burglary e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

(State) SP Narcs locates the (Criminal Organization) affiliate and execute the 

search and arrest warrant. A search of the suspect's residence turns up stolen 

firearms. Additional items discovered during the search include a Blackberry and 

(#) laptop computers

The (Criminal Organization) affiliate is arrested on firearms charges. A warrant is issued authorizing a search of the contents on the 

electronic media devices.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP Narcs locates the (Criminal Organization) affiliate and execute the search and 

arrest warrant. A search of the suspect's residence turns up stolen firearms. Additional items discovered during the search 

include a Blackberry and (#) laptop computers. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0006-02 Wednesday- 13:00 Theft of (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) 

Pipeline Schematics Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13/5

(City) runs the cleaning crew's names through the various data bases and finds that 

one of the (Gender) members of the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Cleaning 

team has a (Relative) that is a known member of the (City) Street Gang, (Criminal 

Organization), named (Name).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Specifically should share with (City) Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (City) runs the cleaning crew's names through the various data bases and finds that one of 

the (Gender) members of the (Chemical & Oil Storage Industry) Cleaning team has a (Relative) that is a known member of 

the (City) Street Gang, (Criminal Organization), named (Name). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-01 Wednesday- 17:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC)

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13 (Municipality) PD receives warrant to search the contents of the cell phone discovered during the raid of a (City) meth lab. (Municipality) PD lab technicians examine the contents and recent call made on the cell phone. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD receives warrant to search the contents of the cell phone discovered during the raid of a (City) meth lab. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-04 Wednesday- 0:00 Cash Purchase of (#) Gallons of Fuel e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

FYI: On (Month) (Day), (Year) at (Time), (Municipality) PD locates a (Vehicle 

Color) (Vehicle Type) with the license plate number involved in (#) recent filling 

station incidents. The vehicle is parked at a truck stop at (Address) (Cardinal 

Direction) HWY (#) in (Populated Place in County). (#) (Gender) are filling several 

(#)-gallon drums in the back of the (Vehicle Type). Suspects are arrested and 

interrogated by (Municipality) PD investigators. Suspects proudly admit they are 

members of the (Criminal Organization). One of the suspects reveals that a 

member of another gang offered to pay them ($ Amount) for delivery of (#) (#) gallon 

drums. S/He also provides the name of the gang member wanting to purchase the 

fuel.

(Municipality) PD issues a BOLO on the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with the license number provided by the convenience store 

manager. (Municipality) PD runs a check on the (Criminal Organization) member referenced by the suspect in the recent filling station 

incidents.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: Reference to (Criminal Organization). On (Month) (Day), (Year) at (Time), 

(Municipality) PD locates a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with the license plate number involved in (#) recent filling station 

incidents. The vehicle is parked at a truck stop at (Address) (Cardinal Direction) HWY (#) in (Populated Place in County). (#) 

(Gender) are filling several (#) gallon drums in the back of the (Vehicle Type). Suspects are arrested and interrogated by 

(Municipality) PD investigators. Suspects proudly admit they are members of the (Criminal Organization). One of the 

suspects reveals that a member of another gang offered to pay them ($ Amount) for delivery of (#) (#) gallon drums. S/He 

also provides the name of the gang member wanting to purchase the fuel. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-09 Thursday- 14:30 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]SFC) White Noise 10/5

(Municipality) FC receives information on the identity of the photographs taken from 

the speeding suspects digital camera as being views of the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Nexus located in (City), (State).

(Municipality) FC contacts (State) Intelligence Fusion Center and shares the relevant data obtained during the (Interstate) Traffic Stop.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) FC receives information on the identity of the photographs taken from the 

speeding suspects digital camera as being views of the Oil Storage and Pipeline Nexus located in (City), (State). Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0036-02 Wednesday- 20:30 (International Energy Company) Target Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) DHS / US Coast Guard Sector (City)/(City) 13/10

Local Fishing Guide out of (City) reports that (#) (Gender) inquiring about fishing 

in (Bay Name) Bay. What caught the Guide's attentions was the individuals' desire 

to fish the (International Energy Industry) facility in (City). Guide says the individuals 

were wearing military style clothing of a (Color) color. They had some sort of patch 

on the left sleeve near their shoulder that seemed to have a (State) flag with the 

letters "ROTM." When s/he asked about the patch and clothes, they said they were 

old army buddies and that was their military patch. They said the unit didn't exist any 

longer. They just wanted to go fishing and that they had heard the fishing was really 

good off the (International Energy Industry) facility and that the only way to get there 

was by boat. They didn't know anything about the Maritime Security Zone and when 

the fishing guide brought it up, they said thanks for her/his time and then abruptly 

left.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Descriptions should match (State) Cell members.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local Fishing Guide out of (City) reports that (#) (Gender) inquiring about fishing in (Bay 

Name) Bay. What caught the Guide's attentions was the individuals' desire to fish the (International Energy Industry) facility in 

(City). Guide says the individuals were wearing military style clothing of a (Color) color. They had some sort of patch on the 

left sleeve near their shoulder that seemed to have a (State) flag with the letters "ROTM." When s/he asked about the patch 

and clothes, they said they were old army buddies and that was their military patch. They said the unit didn't exist any longer. 

They just wanted to go fishing and that they had heard the fishing was really good off the (International Energy Industry) 

facility and that the only way to get there was by boat. They didn't know anything about the Maritime Security Zone and when the 

fishing guide brought it up, they said thanks for her/his time and then abruptly left. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-01 Tuesday- 15:20 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13

After receiving a warrant to search a mobile home for evidence of prostitution, the 

(Municipality) PD raid a mobile home off (Interstate). During the raid, police 

officers arrest (#) (Gender) and (#) (Gender), (#) of the (Gender) were patrons. 

The (Gender) identified themselves as (List of Name(s)). The (#) (Gender) in 

charge of the (Gender) were (List of Name(s)). The (#) patrons were released.

(Municipality) PD runs checks on the identities of all those arrested/detained during the raid.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** After receiving a warrant to search a mobile home for evidence of prostitution, the 

(Municipality) PD raid a mobile home off (Interstate). During the raid, police officers arrest (#) (Gender) and (#) (Gender), 

(#) of the (Gender) were patrons. The (Gender) identified themselves as (List of Name(s)). The (#) (Gender) in charge of the 

(Gender) were (List of Name(s)). The (#) patrons were released. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-02 Tuesday- 16:30 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13

Identity checks on the residents arrested during a raid on a prostitution operation 

reveal the (#) (Gender) and (#) (Gender) who ran the operation, produced forged 

identification.

(Municipality) PD forwards the results of the identity checks to ASFC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Identity checks on the residents arrested during a raid on a prostitution operation reveal 

the (#) (Gender) and (#) (Gender) who ran the operation, produced forged identification. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1019-01 Thursday- 22:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/2

The detective calls the same Internal Liaison Office and advises that, “the newbie 

“(Alias Name)” was lying, and was running her/his mouth to sound impressive to the 

members. S/He had heard of (Terrorist Organization) on (Major TV News 

Channel) and knows that the (Hate Group) are anti-Government. Said s/he made it 

up.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The detective calls the same Internal Liaison Office and advises that, “the newbie “(Alias 

Name)” was lying, and was running her/his mouth to sound impressive to the members. S/He had heard of (Terrorist 

Organization) on (Major TV News Channel) and knows that the (Hate Group) are anti-government. Said s/he made it up Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690014 Friday- 3:00 (International Country) Request for Cargo 

Screening Equipment e-mail DOS - Department of State Department of State (DOS) White Noise 15

The Government of the (International Country) requests the U.S. Government 

provide cargo screening equipment to enhance security at (International Country) 

ports.

DOS TF will coordinate with appropriate bureaus to provide a response to this request.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Government of the (International Country) requests the United States government 

provide cargo screening equipment to enhance security at (International Country) ports. DOS TF Controller will send this email to Western Hemisphere of Affairs (WHA) representative in DOS TF. From: (International Country) Office of the 

Governor General To: State Department Subject: Request for Assistance in Obtaining Cargo Screening Equipment The 

Government of (International Country) was concerned to see recent reports of terrorists targeting (International Country #2) 

and the United States. Our Government naturally expresses its hopes that no such events shall come to pass and stands ready 

to assist the United States should the need arise. These events emphasize that terrorists are keen to enter the United States 

through its neighboring friends and allies. The Government of (International Country) considers it a national security priority 

to ensure that terrorists, drug traffickers, and other criminals do not enter the United States from our shores. In light of recent 

events, the Government of (International Country) intends to re-double our efforts to secure our ports of entry. (International 

Country) is not only a major destination for cruise ships, but the country's ports have seen a steady increase in container 

traffic over the last decade, particularly through the recently expanded (Name of Port within International Country). Our 

Government is keen to invest in advanced cargo screening equipment and hopes the United States can provide assistance in 

obtaining such equipment. Given the frequency with which cargo vessels travel between (International Country) and the 

United States, our Government believes that an investment in (International Country)'s cargo screening capabilities would be 

an investment in America's security. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1018 Tuesday- 22:45 (State) White Noise Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

An (State Commercial Airport Name) (Major U.S. Airlines) ([Regional Affiliate of 

Major U.S. Airlines]) employee advised the local police department 

([Municipality]PD) that an individual approached her/him in the airport employee 

parking lot asking if s/he paid her/him ($ Amount), would s/he provide her/him with 

(#) tickets to (City) for a layover, with a connecting flight to (International Country) 

for 'students completing a mission.' S/he said no and drove away from the individual.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An (State Commercial Airport Name) (Major U.S. Airlines) ([Regional Affiliate of Major 

U.S. Airlines]) employee advised the local police department ([Municipality]PD) that an individual approached her/him in the 

airport employee parking lot asking if s/he paid her/him ($ Amount), would s/he provide her/him with (#) tickets to (City) for a 

layover, with a connecting flight to (International Country) for 'students completing a mission.' S/he said no and drove away 

from the individual. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0008-01 Monday- 18:30 Suspicious Activity at the (Water Treatment 

Plant Name) Water Treatment Plant Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13/1/5

(Vehicle) is unlocked and (Municipality) PD officer conducts an inventory of the 

contents of the (Vehicle) prior to having it towed. Inside the (Vehicle), the 

(Municipality) PD officer found video monitoring equipment including a digital video 

camera with large aperture lens, RF remote control antennae, a laptop computer 

with air-card, and several large batteries.

(Municipality) PD notifies (Municipality) PD Criminal Intelligence Unit/JTTF of suspicious surveillance of the (Water Treatment Plant 

Name) Water Treatment Plant. Due to the suspicious nature of the items found in the (Vehicle) and their value, the property is secured. A 

search warrant is obtained including search of the digital video camera and laptop computer found in the abandoned van.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Vehicle) is unlocked and (Municipality) PD officer conducts an inventory of the contents of 

the (Vehicle) prior to having it towed. Inside the (Vehicle), the (Municipality) PD officer found video monitoring equipment 

including a digital video camera with large aperture lens, RF remote control antennae, a laptop computer with air-card, and 

several large batteries. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

470000-1 Tuesday- 14:00

DHS Secretary (DHS Secretary) Requests 

Report of US Ports (Port [Port Name] and Port 

[Port Name])

Telephone DHS - U.S. Department of Homeland Security DHS / National Operations Center (NOC) 15

DHS Secretary (Name), during morning video teleconference, requests report on 

(Port Name) and Port of (Port City) as they may be potential terrorist targets. (Port 

Name) is connected to (# Percentage) of U. S. refining capacity and Port of (City) 

is one of the largest petrochemical complexes in the world.

Crisis Action Team member sends an e-mail request to Single Point of Service RFI manager within the Office of Intelligence and 

Analysis (I&A) inquiring about available imagery for noted ports. RFI manager disseminates request to the Geospatial Intelligence 

(GEOINT) collection manager who coordinates with the DHS departmental requirements officer (DRO) to coordinate with NGA's 

America's Team for archived imagery of the noted ports.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DHS Secretary (Name), during morning video teleconference, requests report on (Port 

Name) and Port of (Port City) as they may be potential terrorist targets. (Port Name) is connected to (# Percentage) of U. S. 

refining capacity and Port of (City) is one of the largest petrochemical complexes in the world. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

*** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE...This is the CAT, Secretary (Name) requests imagery on (Port Name) and Port of 

(Port City) as they may be potential terrorist targets. Request that you provide the imagery products NLT (Time) (Time Zone) 

(Day) (Month) (Year). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

470001 Monday- 23:23

[ExPA] (State) Fusion Center Request for 

Incident Awareness & Assessment Coverage 

Along the (Ordinal Direction) Border

e-mail (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) 5

(State) Fusion Center rep(s) requests information on Incident Awareness and 

Assessment (IAA) assets available along the (Ordinal Direction) border region 

([State] / [State] border with [Bordering International Country]).

CBP/Border Patrol Agent assigned to the Joint Operations Intelligence Center ([State] Fusion Center) provides information on 

"potential" Pred-B coverage.

Incident Awareness and Assessment (IAA) is another way of referring to Intelligence, 

Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets (airborne and National Technical 

Means).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) Fusion Center rep(s) requests information on Incident Awareness and 

Assessment (IAA) assets available along the (Ordinal Direction) border region ([State] / [State] border with [Bordering 

International Country]). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE...This request is from the 

(State) Fusion Center. Our office needs information on the availability of CBP assets (Pred - B) to provide coverage along the 

(Ordinal Direction) border region ([State] / [State] border with [Bordering International Country]) from (Day)-(Day) (Month) 

(Year). Also, assuming that CBP is unable to provide coverage due to higher priority missions, request that the DHS State 

and Local Program Office reach into the DHS HQ (National Operations Center and/or Crisis Action Team) to determine 

what additional remote sensing capabilities are available during this timeframe. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

470003 Wednesday- 23:59 (State) All-Source Intelligence Center Request 

for data e-mail (State) All-Source Intelligence Center ([State Acronym]ASIC) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 5 (State) All-Source Intelligence Center ([State Acronym]ASIC) request for visual data of (Facility Name) facility in (State).

The (State Acronym) ASIC should send a formal RFI via their Single Point of Service (SPS) process to the DHS State and Local 

Program Office. The SPS process routes the request to the DHS/I&A/Reporting and Production Division for tasking and tracking. RFI 

Manager disseminates request to I&A/CR division for a response.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) All-Source Intelligence Center ([State Acronym]ASIC) request for visual data of 

(Facility Name) facility in (State).*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** "EXERCISE EXERCISE EXERCISE...This is the (State) 

All-Source Intelligence Center, we would like current imagery of the (Facility Name) facility in (State). Request that you 

provide a response NLT (Time) (Time Zone) (Day) (Month) (Year). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-08 Tuesday- 21:00 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13/15

(State) State Police investigators question illegal aliens arrested during a raid on a 

prostitution operation. The (Gender) agreed to cooperate and claimed to be from 

(Geographic Region). They were promised transportation into the U.S. and a job 

upon arrival, but once in the U.S., they were sent to (State) and forced to work as 

prostitutes

Information obtained during the interview of the illegal aliens is forwarded to the (State) State FC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police investigators question illegal aliens arrested during a raid on a 

prostitution operation. The (Gender) agreed to cooperate and claimed to be from (Geographic Region). They were promised 

transportation into the US and a job upon arrival, but once in the US, they were sent to (State) and forced to work as 

prostitutes. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-03 Tuesday- 19:00 Suspicious Activity at the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) White Noise 10/13/5

An employee of (Company Name), at the Oil Storage Facilities in (City), (State), 

who is also a night student at (College/University), was approached by a fellow 

student who asked her/him questions about security around the Oil Storage 

facilities. The employee of (Company Name) reports this to her/his supervisor who 

contacts the local S.O. Local S.O. generates SAR on e-Guardian.

(State) IFC receives SAR on e-Guardian and updates FIG/JTTF, (State) HP, and (State) Natural Gas (NG). (State) IFC evaluates the 

need for updating the previously issued situational awareness brief.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An employee of (Company Name), at the Oil Storage Facilities in (City), (State), who is 

also a night student at (College/University), was approached by a fellow student who asked her/him questions about security 

around the Oil Storage facilities. The employee of (Company Name) reports this to her/his supervisor who contacts the local 

S.O. Local S.O. generates SAR on e-Guardian. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0078-02 Thursday- 23:59 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13

(Municipality) PD received (#) 911 calls early this morning from citizens in the 

(City) warehouse district who saw a (Vehicle Type) with (State) license plates pull 

up to a warehouse at (Street Address). There were (#) young (Ethnicity) (Gender) 

there. The report came in because there was way too much noise and activity for 

(Time) and there was a pungent diesel smell coming from the warehouse.

information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD received (#) 911 calls early this morning from citizens in the (City) 

warehouse district. That saw an (Vehicle Type) with (State) license plates pull up to a warehouse at (Street Address). There 

(#) young (Ethnicity) (Gender) there. They report came in because there was way too much noise and activity for (Time) and 

there was a pungent diesel smell coming from the warehouse. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015 Thursday- 21:30 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 2

(State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT.....(State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT I would like to 

report a strong smell of diesel, and it may even be a possible diesel spill. It is in the 

industrial area of (Street Address), around (Street Name) I do not see a leak, but 

have smelled diesel most of the day. A police officer needs to go out there.

(Municipality) PD dispatches an officer to investigate the diesel odor. The first officer onscene makes a driveby and does not see a diesel 

spill or smell the odor. S/He is assigned a higher priority call and exits the area a few minutes later.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT.....(State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT I would like to report 

a strong smell of diesel, and it may even be a possible diesel spill. It is in the industrial area of (Street Address), around 

(Street Name) I do not see a leak, but have smelled diesel most of the day. A police officer needs to go out there. Do not reply 

to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1038 Monday- 19:05 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15

Local IRS agents received a report from a local brokerage house of suspicious 

activity. Multiple large checks totaling (Large $ Amount) were moved into a local 

religious account in the U.S. This account was also used to wire transfer ($ 

Amount) into and out of religious, business, and personal accounts in (International 

Country). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. Report: (IRS Agent 

#) IRS Agent: (Name) IRS id:(IRS ID #) Report #: (Report #) Brokerage House: 

(Brokerage Firm Name) Address: (Street Address) Telephone Number (Telephone 

Number) POC: (Name) Check 1: (Name) Check 2: (Name) sends funds to a (Place 

of Worship) in the amount of ($ Amount) (International Country) Address: 

(International Address) U.S. Address: (Place of Worship) (City), (State)

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local IRS Agents received a report from a local brokerage house of suspicious activity. 

Multiple large checks totaling (Large $ Amount) were moved into a local religious account in the U.S. This account was also 

used to wire transfer ($ Amount) into and out of religious, business and personal accounts in (International Country). Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-02 Thursday- 21:15 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/10/5

Officer (Name) arrives onscene ~ (Time) and makes contact with the caller, Ward 

(Name). While talking, Officer (Name) notices the odor of diesel, s/he turns to face 

the wind and can smell the diesel odor emanating from across the street. The officer 

follows the odor across the street. There is no address on the building and advises 

dispatch that s/he believes the diesel is from the possible address of (Street 

Address). S/He walks across the street and knocks on the door, but there is no 

answer. Then notices several vehicles parked near the front of the building and 

several (Size) delivery type trucks in the fenced in area. The vehicle LP’s are provide 

to dispatch to locate an owner to call about the diesel spill inside the warehouse. 

Dispatch advised the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type), (License 

Plate ID), a (Vehicle Color #2) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #2) (License 

Plate ID #2) and a (Vehicle Color #3) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #3), 

(License Plate ID #3), the (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #3) returned a TSC hit 

(Simulated Hit). Dispatch advised the officer to standby for additional details and 

sent a backup unit.

(Municipality) PD notifies the watch commander of the hit. The officer observes from down the street the (Color #3) (Vehicle Make #2).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Officer (Name) arrives onscene ~ (Time) and makes contact with the caller, Ward 

(Name). While talking Officer (Name) notices the odor of diesel, s/he turns to face the wind and can smell the diesel odor 

emanating from across the street. The officer follows the odor across the street. There is no address on the building and 

advises dispatch that s/he believes the diesel is from the possible address of (Street Address). S/He walks across the street 

and knocks on the door, but there is no answer. Then notices several vehicles parked near the front of the building and several 

(Size) delivery type trucks in the fenced in area. The vehicle LP’s are provide to dispatch to locate an owner to call about the 

diesel spill inside the warehouse. Dispatch advised the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Type), (License Plate ID), a 

(Vehicle Color #2) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #2) (License Plate ID #2) and a (Color #3) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle 

Model #3), (License Plate ID #3), the (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #3) returned a TSC hit (simulated hit). Dispatch 

advised the officer to standby for additional details and sent a back-up unit. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0003-03 Wednesday- 19:30 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC)

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/5

(Municipality) PD investigators identify (#) suspects arrested during the meth lab 

raid in (City) as having ties to the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. These 

suspects are (List of Suspect Name(s)). There were no returns on the (#) 

remaining suspects

(Municipality) PD forwards identities of all suspects arrested during meth lab raid in (City) and those suspected as having ties with the 

(Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel to the (State) FC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD investigators identify (#) suspects arrested during the meth lab raid in 

(City) as having ties to the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. These suspects are (List of Suspect Name(s)). There were 

no returns on the (#) remaining suspects. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0003-04 Thursday- 13:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) White Noise 13/5 (State) FC analysts confirm the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel connections 

of (#) of the suspects arrested during the (City) meth lab raid.

(State) FC notifies JTTF of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel contacts associated with (#) of the suspects arrested during a 

meth lab raid in (City).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) FC analysts confirm the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel connections of (#) of 

the suspects arrested during the (City) meth lab raid. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0003-05 Thursday- 14:00 (City) Meth Lab Raid e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) State Fusion Center ([State Acronym] 

SFC) 2

(State) FC analysts identify telephone number ([Area Code]) (Phone Number) as 

being associated with a (Name). (Name), who was born in (City), has connections 

with the (Extreme Radical Converts Organization), an organization known for its 

extremist (Religion) politics. The cell phone account now used by (Name) indicates 

s/he has a current address at (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code).

(State) FC shares information discovered on (Name) with the (State) Information Fusion Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) FC analysts identify telephone number ([Zip Code]) (Phone Number) as being 

associated with a (Name). (Name), who was born in (City), has connections with the (Extreme Radical Converts 

Organization), an organization known for its extremist (Religion) politics. The cell phone account now used by (Name) 

indicates s/he has a current address at (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480006-01 Thursday- 1:00 (Con) White Noise: Possible attack on an oil 

refinery in (State) e-mail Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 2/5

A concerned citizen contacts the National Infrastructure Coordination Center 

(NICC) about possible attacks to oil refineries in (State). The employee feels the 

threat very credible and decides to contact the NICC.

DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code), (College/University), 

and (Place of Employment) are fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name), I work for a small textile company in (City), (State) and I am calling to 

report some suspicious activity that I was made aware of during one of my security inspections yesterday. I was speaking to 

one of our employees about security of facilities and s/he mentioned a conversation s/he overheard during dinner at a local 

diner (Diner Name). S/He said the people sitting behind her/him were discussing the visions they had from the (International 

Geographical Region), the oil refineries ablaze, and said the only way Americans would ever understand that visualization 

was to see it in real-life. The employee, (Name) is (Ethnicity) descent and is fluent in (Language), but couldn’t place the 

accent or get a good look at them. S/He said the (#) (Gender) spoke about different ways of doing this for close to (Period of 

Time). That's all s/he told me. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) Education: (Level of 

Achieved Education), College/University) Employment: (Place of Employment), (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: DISCLAIMER: 

(Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code), (College/University), and (Place of Employment) are fictitious organizations 

used for exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001 Monday- 18:00 Suspicious Activity at the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) White Noise 10/13

Event Description: 0001 (Day) (Time) Employee of (Company Name), at the Oil 

Storage Facilities in (City), (State), reports (#) (Gender) on foot, one of whom who 

was taking photographs of the facilities access points and security measures. The 

employee reported that s/he has seen the same (#) (Gender) on (#) separate 

occasions conducting similar activities. The employee contacted her/his supervisor 

who notified the local Sherriff’s Office (S.O.).

Local S.O. generated SAR in e-Guardian. SAR received at (State) IFC. (State) IFC notifies FIG/JTTF. (State) IFC notifies (State) HP 

and (State) National Guard. (State) IFC evaluates issuance of law enforcement public and private sector situational awareness briefs.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Employee of (Company Name), at the Oil Storage Facilities in (City), (State), reports (#) 

(Gender) on foot, one of whom who was taking photographs of the facilities access points and security measures. The 

employee reported that s/he has seen the same (#) (Gender) on (#) separate occasions conducting similar activities. The 

employee contacted her/his supervisor who notified the local Sherriff’s Office (S.O.)*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-04 Wednesday- 14:30 Suspicious Activity at the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym]IFC) White Noise 13/10

Local S.O. and JTTF interview the employee of (Company Name). Local S.O. also 

contacts (Campus) PD who IDs the student who approached the employee of 

(Company Name) regarding security at the Oil Storage Facilities in (City), (State). 

The student is identified as a foreign student from (International Country) who has 

had (#) previous arrests in (State) for (Illegal Drug) possession.

Results of the interview with the employee of (Company Name) are provided to the (State) IFC by the FIG/JTTF, as appropriate.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local S.O. and JTTF interview the employee of (Company Name). Local S.O. also contacts 

(Campus) PD who IDs the student who approached the employee of (Company Name) regarding security at the Oil Storage 

Facilities in (City), (State). The student is identified as a foreign student from (International Country) who has had (#) 

previous arrests in (State) for (Illegal Drug) possession. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-05 Wednesday- 15:00 Suspicious Activity at the Oil Storage and 

Pipeline Facilities Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13/5

Local SO and JTTF interview the student suspect. During questioning, the student 

provides information on contact s/he has had with local (Criminal Organization) 

members; s/he provides the name of one of her/his contacts. The student reports 

that s/he was offered money and (Illegal Drug) for information on security and 

access to the Oil Storage and Pipeline Facilities in (City), (State).

FIG/JTTF provides results of interview to (State) IFC and other appropriate entities. The results of the interview show connection of the 

student with known members of the (Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. (State) IFC updates (State) HP and (State) Natural Gas (NG). 

(State) IFC evaluates the need for updating the previously issued situational awareness brief. (State) IFC evaluates the need to directly 

contact (Municipality) SO (Municipality) PD directly. (State) IFC evaluates the need to prepare or update Private Sector situational 

awareness brief.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local S.O. and JTTF interview the student suspect. During questioning, the student 

provides information on contact s/he has had with local (Criminal Organization) members; s/he provides the name of one of 

her/his contacts. The student reports that s/he was offered money and (Illegal Drug) for information on security and access to 

the Oil Storage and Pipeline Facilities in (City), (State). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030-08 Friday- 1:05 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/13/5

(State) State Police have located the aircraft crash site, near (Town), and report that 

there are no apparent survivors and the aircraft is totally destroyed. They state that 

they will leave an officer on site until the NTSB arrives. There is no estimated time of 

arrival for the NTSB yet

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police have located the aircraft crash site, near (Town), and report that there 

are no apparent survivors and the aircraft is totally destroyed. They state that they will leave an officer on site until the NTSB 

arrives. There is no estimated time of arrival for the NTSB yet. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
1065 Wednesday- 18:17 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2

FYI: U.S. Army intelligence document, from the (State) ANG, has identified a 

popular microblogging service, Global Positioning System (GPS) maps and voicechanging software as potential terrorist tools. "Extremist and terrorist use of microblogging service could evolve over time to reflect tactics that are already evolving in 

use by hacktivists and activists for surveillance," it said. "This could theoretically be 

combined with targeting." The report outlined scenarios in which militants could 

make use of these types of sites, combined with such programs as internet map 

databases or cell phone pictures or video, to carry out an ambush or detonate 

explosives. "Terrorists could theoretically use microblogging social networking 

sites in the U.S. as an operation tool," it said. "However, it is unclear whether that 

same theoretical tool would be available to terrorists in other countries and to what 

extent."

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: US Army intelligence document, from the (State) ANG, has identified a popular microblogging service, Global Positioning System maps and voice-changing software as potential terrorist tools. "Extremist and 

terrorist use of micro-blogging service could evolve over time to reflect tactics that are already evolving in use by hacktivists 

and activists for surveillance," it said. "This could theoretically be combined with targeting." The report outlined scenarios in 

which militants could make use of these types of sites, combined with such programs as internet map databases or cell phone 

pictures or video, to carry out an ambush or detonate explosives. "Terrorists could theoretically use micro-blogging social 

networking sites in the US as an operation tool," it said. "However, it is unclear whether that same theoretical tool would be 

available to terrorists in other countries and to what extent." Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0009-01 Wednesday- 18:30 Missing Chemicals at the (College/University) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (College/University) 13/10/5 (Campus) PD assesses the results of the interviews of all witnesses regarding the 

possible theft of chemicals at the (College/University).

(Campus) PD conducts inquiries regarding the graduate student by querying appropriate indices. (Campus) PD contacts the 

International Student Office at the (College/University) for student information.(Campus) PD provides initial report on the possible theft 

of chemicals for explosives to (State) IFC/FIG/JTTF.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Campus) PD assesses the results of the interviews of all witnesses regarding the 

possible theft of chemicals at the (College/University). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1043 Thursday- 16:55 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 13/10/5

Report received from (City) jail advising that (#) inmates who have been attending a 

weekly (Religion) religious service have begun to speak of (Religious Duty of 

Religious Followers), and have been receiving letters in the mail postmarked from 

(International Country). Additionally, a search of each of their cells found an aerial 

photograph of local oil refineries and internet material describing how to build a 

bomb with household items. The individuals are to be released within (Period of 

Time), pending additional charges for these materials.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Report received from (City) jail advising that (#) inmates who have been attending a weekly 

(Religion) religious service have begun to speak of (Religious Duty of Religious Followers), and have been receiving letters 

in the mail postmarked from (International Country). Additionally, a search of each of their cells found an aerial photograph of 

local oil refineries and internet material describing how to build a bomb with household items. The individuals are to be 

released within (Period of Time), pending additional charges for these materials. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

001 Wednesday- 10:38

(International Country) Report on (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organization) Charity 

Activity

e-mail (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Financial 

Information 15

Results of (International Country) investigation into (International Country 

#2)/(International City Affiliated with International Country #1) charity reveal (Name) 

received money from the (International Country #2) chapter of the (Religious 

Fundamentalist Charity Organization) charity to pay for her/his tuition.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (International Country) UNCLASSIFIED COMMUNICATION From: Financial 

Intelligence Unit To: (Municipality) Police Department Subject: Results of Investigation into IRIF As a result of an 

investigation into the financial networks of the (Religious Fundamentalist Charity Organization), in the (Season) of (Year), 

(Name) (aka [Alias]) received substantial financial assistance (c.[$ Amount]) from the (International Country #2) chapter 

possibly to fund her/his graduate education at the (College/University), United States. This information was published on the 

IRIF Web site as part of their scholarship program. This funding appeared to cease in the (Season) of (Year), which 

coincided with the completion of her/his (Academic Major) degree. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-03 Tuesday- 22:30 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 2/10/5

(State) SP inform (Municipality) PD the suspect was serving a (Period of Time) 

sentence in the (State) State Prison. (Municipality) PD investigators receive 

permission from the (State) State Prison to visit and interview Prisoner (Name). 

After a brief plea bargain negotiation,(Name) reveals s/he was contracted by (#) 

(Gender), an (Ethnicity) and a (Race) (Gender) who said they were from (State), to 

steal explosives and blasting caps from the coal mine. S/He met the (Gender) at the 

(Lodging Establishment Name) in (City).

(Municipality) PD investigators check guest records at the (Lodging Establishment Name) in (City).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) SP inform (Municipality) PD the suspect was serving a (Period of Time) sentence 

in the (State) State Prison. (Municipality) PD investigators receive permission from the (State) State Prison to visit and 

interview Prisoner (Name). After a brief plea bargain negotiation, (Name) reveals s/he was contracted by (#) (Gender), an 

(Ethnicity) and a (Race) (Gender) who said they were from (State), to steal explosives and blasting caps from the coal mine. 

S/He met the (Gender) at the (Lodging Establishment Name) in (City). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1036 Tuesday- 21:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2

SAR. A (Ethnicity) (Gender), not sure of the spelling, (Name) contacts, Actions for 

Freedom, a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation, and requests humanitarian funding for 

medical supplies and training for Freedom Fighters on the front lines of the fight for 

freedom in (International Country). The caller does not leave a name, but leaves 

her/his number on the answering machine for a return call, ([Area Code]) (Phone 

Number). Actions for Freedom delivered the SAR information to (State) (FC) via email.

Analysts should assess info in accordance to SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** SAR. A (Ethnicity) (Gender), not sure of the spelling, (Name) contacts, Actions for 

Freedom, a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation and requests humanitarian funding for medical supplies and training for Freedom 

Fighters on the front lines of the fight for freedom in (International Country). The caller does not leave a name, but leaves 

her/his number on the answering machine for a return call, ([Area Code]) (Phone Number). Actions for Freedom delivered 

the SAR information to (State) (FC) via e-mail. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030 Thursday- 18:30 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/5

A small unidentified aircraft was reported to have crossed the (State)/(Bordering 

International Country) border near (County). The possible border crossing was 

reported to CBP by a pair of hunters who had to walk out to their truck and then drive 

to (County) to report the crossing. By the time the call came in, over (Period of 

Time) had passed since they saw the crossing. The hunters reported that the plane 

was flying around (Height Range) off the ground. They normally wouldn't have 

thought anything of it except that it appeared to them that it came from deep within 

(Bordering International Country). They had seen low flying aircraft before in this 

area but always on the U.S. side and they had been told that the aircraft most 

probably belonged to the Fish and Game folks looking for (Animal).

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A small unidentified aircraft was reported to have crossed the (State)/(Bordering 

International Country) border near (County). The possible border crossing was reported to CBP by a pair of hunters who had 

to walk out to their truck and then drive to (County) to report the crossing. By the time the call came in over (Period of Time) 

had passed since they saw the crossing. The hunters reported that the plane was flying around (Height Range) off the 

ground. They normally wouldn't have thought anything of it except that it appeared to them that it came from deep within 

(Bordering International Country). They had seen low flying aircraft before in this area but always on the US side and they had 

been told that the aircraft most probably belonged to the Fish and Game folks looking for (Animal). *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0012-07 Thursday- 17:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 13

On (Interstate) in (County), (State) HP was conducting a driver’s license 

checkpoint. One of the drivers was asked to provide her/his driver’s license. When 

the driver provided her/his license to the (State) HP trooper, the trooper asked 

her/him to verify the information. The driver provided information which did not match 

that of the driver’s license

Trooper reports the incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP analyst.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***On (Interstate) in (County), (State) HP was conducting a driver’s license checkpoint. One 

of the drivers was asked to provide her/his driver’s license. When the driver provided her/his license to the (State) HP 

Trooper, the Trooper asked her/him to verify the information. The driver provided information which did not match that of the 

driver’s license. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-09 Thursday- 19:30 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 13/8

(State) HP responds to an overturned (Vehicle) (State) (Highway #) near (Body of 

Water Name). Upon their arrival, they observed a (Vehicle Color) full-sized 

(Vehicle) with smoked windows. The driver of the (Vehicle) is unconscious and the 

rear of the (Vehicle), the (State) HP trooper finds (#) additional (Gender) with 

injuries. When the ambulance arrived, in an attempt to identify the injured individuals, 

the (State) HP trooper searched each victim for ID. Each of the victims had a brand 

new driver’s license in their possession. All of the licenses had identical pedigree 

information except that each license contained the victim’s photo.

Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) reports the incident to Troop (Alpha #2) and (State) HP Analyst. (State) 

HP analyst conducts inquiry in address in appropriate indices. (State) HP analyst reports the results of search to (State) IFC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) HP responds to an overturned (Vehicle) (State) (Highway #) near (Body of Water 

Name). Upon their arrival, they observed a (Vehicle Color) full-sized (Vehicle) with smoked windows. The driver of the 

(Vehicle) is unconscious and the rear of the (Vehicle), the (State) HP Trooper finds (#) additional (Gender) with injuries. 

When the ambulance arrived, in an attempt to identify the injured individuals, the (State) HP Trooper searched each victim for 

ID. Each of the victims had a brand new driver’s license in their possession. All of the licenses had identical pedigree 

information except that each license contained the victim’s photo. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-10 Thursday- 20:30 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol White Noise 13

On (US Highway #), the (State) HP pulled over a vehicle for driving erratically. 

When the driver was approached by the (State) HP trooper, the trooper noted the 

driver appeared to be very sluggish. The (State) HP trooper asked the driver for 

their license and the driver replies that he has no identification.

Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (US Highway #), the (State) HP pulled over a vehicle for driving erratically. When the 

driver was approached by the (State) HP Trooper, the Trooper noted the driver appeared to be very sluggish. The (State) HP 

Trooper asked the driver for their license and the driver replies that he has no identification. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

1030-02 Thursday- 16:00 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/2

An (State) (Air Force Militia) (Aircraft Model), ([Aircraft Name]) operating lowlevel in (Restricted Airspace), called (City) Approach Control and said s/he wanted 

to report a (Aircraft Make) (Aircraft Model) or (Aircraft Make) (Aircraft Model #2) 

([Color] on [Color]-"[Alpha]" number not readable) crossed into the restricted area 

heading from the (Ordinal Direction) to the (Opposite Ordinal Direction). The 

aircraft apparently saw the (Aircraft Model) and turned left about (#) degrees and 

was last seen exiting the area through (Restricted Airspace #2) towards (Lake 

Name) Lake.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An (State) (Air Force Militia) (Aircraft Model), ([Aircraft Name]) operating low-level in 

(Restricted Airspace), called (City) Approach Control and said s/he wanted to report a (Aircraft Make) (Aircraft Model) or 

(Aircraft Make) (Aircraft Model #2) ([Color] on [Color]-"[Alpha]" number not readable) crossed into the restricted area 

heading from the (Ordinal Direction) to the (Opposite Ordinal Direction). The aircraft apparently saw the (Aircraft Model) 

and turned left about (#) degrees and was last seen exiting the area through (Restricted Airspace #2) towards (Lake Name) 

Lake. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480000 Wednesday- 17:00 White Noise: Possible attack on a chemical 

facility in (State) Telephone Private Citizen (State) (FC) White Noise 2/10

A concerned citizen contacts the (State) Fusion Center to report a possible attack 

on chemical facilities. The concerned citizen has overheard (#) college kids 

speaking about planting a car-bomb.

The State investigates the threat, eventually sending the information to a Federal Agency. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (College/University), (Restaurant Name), and 

(Place of Employment) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name), I’m calling to report a possible attack on chemical facilities in (State). 

I was at a restaurant called (Restaurant Name) in (County), (State) and I heard (#) college kids talking about “planting a car 

bomb in front of chemical production plants to rid the world of evil toxins.” The kids looked like (#) hippies. I also noticed a flyer 

sitting on the table that said “Believe in the now, become a Tree of Life.” The (Gender) were about (Height), (Hair Color) 

hair, (Race), one was (Body Type) built about (Weight), the other very (Body Type) probably (Weight). I couldn’t hear any 

detailed descriptions, just long drawn out statements about hating society’s use of the planet and them discussing how to 

“make an impact.” Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code) (Spouse)’s Name: (Spouse's Name) 

Education: (Level of Achieved Education) Employment: (Place of Employment), Founder DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), 

(College/University), (Restaurant Name), and (Place of Employment) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise 

purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480000-01 Wednesday- 21:00 (ExPA) DHS reports suspicious activity to 

chemical sector Player Action DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) Private Sector 5/10

DHS receives intelligence reports implying threats to chemical facilities in (State) 

from the (State) Fusion Center and contacts appropriate parties within the Private 

Sector

DHS shares the information with appropriate parties.

480000-05 Thursday- 17:00 The threat against the chemical facilities in 

(State) is eliminated Telephone (State) State Police (State) (FC) 13 (State) State Police deem the threat not credible. The radical environmentalists are cited for underage drinking. The State closes the investigation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The police locate the suspects in question and locate all the planning materials. The 

printed out pages were being turned into signs with (Color) paint all over them (assuming they will be used in some 

protesting activity) and the students are found heavily inebriated. There are no bomb making materials are found. The students 

are questioned and found to be radical environmentalists concerned with protesting rather then destroying property. The kids 

are given citations for underage drinking. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001 Tuesday- 18:45 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

After hearing about the terrorist attacks overseas and the increased level of security 

in the U.S., the manager of the (Lodging Establishment Name) reported her/his 

night manager was threatened by a local thug, when s/he was asked to leave after 

disturbing several (Lodging Establishment) guests. The thug shouted "you'll be 

sorry when the terrorists blow this rat hole up next year."

(Municipality) PD sends patrol to interview the (Lodging Establishment) manager.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** After hearing about the terrorist attacks overseas and the increased level of security in the 

US, the manager of the (Lodging Establishment Name) reported her/his night manager was threatened by a local thug, when 

s/he was asked to leave after disturbing several (Lodging Establishment) guests. The thug shouted "you'll be sorry when the 

terrorists blow this rat hole up next year."" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1007 Monday- 22:45 (State) White Noise Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

An employee of (Eating Establishment Name) in (Community within a County of the 

State), (State), called to anonymously report a suspicious customer. An individual 

came in every day, from (Time)-(Time) for a (Period of Time). S/He would only 

order (Food/Drink Item), but would ask the wait staff questions regarding whether or 

not they knew how to smuggle things across the border. S/He became evasive when 

asked what types of things. S/He said s/he was doing a research project, but this 

employee felt that s/he was too old to be a student and was acting rather suspicious.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***An employee of (Eating Establishment Name) in (Community within a County of the State), 

(State), called to anonymously report a suspicious customer. An individual came in every day, from (Time)-(Time) for a 

(Period of Time). S/He would only order (Food/Drink Item), but would ask the wait staff questions regarding whether or not 

they knew how to smuggle things across the border. S/He became evasive when asked what types of things. S/He said s/he 

was doing a research project, but this employee felt that s/he was too old to be a student and was acting rather suspicious. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-01 Tuesday- 19:15 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13

(Municipality) PD patrol interviews (Lodging Establishment) manager concerning 

terrorist threat. (Lodging Establishment) manager reveals the local thug, who 

delivered the threat, was later arrested for stealing small amounts of dynamite and 

blasting caps from the (Coal Mine Name) located next to the (Facility Name) 

facility. Manager believed the thug's name was (Name).

(Municipality) PD patrol runs a check on the local thief. Records indicate (Name) was arrested in (Month) (Year) for breaking into 

supply sheds and attempting to steal explosives. (Municipality) PD expands investigation to the (Coal Mine Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD patrol interviews (Lodging Establishment) manager concerning 

terrorist threat. (Lodging Establishment) manager reveals the local thug, who delivered the threat, was later arrested for 

stealing small amounts of dynamite and blasting caps from the (Coal Mine Name) located next to the (Facility Name) facility. 

Manager believed the thug's name was (Name). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1012 Tuesday- 1:00 (State) White Noise Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/2

A concerned employee from (Hospital Name) in (County), (State), reported that a 

(Gender), (Race), approx (#) years-old, (Hair Color) hair, approached her/him in 

the parking lot of the hospital asking if s/he knew where any radioactive material was 

stored in the hospital. The (Gender) declined answering her/him and drove away 

and, after s/he was "safely away", called to report this incident.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A concerned employee from (Hospital Name) in (County), (State), reported that a 

(Gender), (Race), approx (#) years-old, (Hair Color) hair, approached her/him in the parking lot of the hospital asking if s/he 

knew where any radioactive material was stored in the hospital. The (Gender) declined answering her/him and drove away 

and, after s/he was "safely away", called to report this incident. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0001-02 Tuesday- 21:00 (Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

visit to (City) Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS Threat Information 13

(Municipality) PD investigators interview foreman at the (Coal Mine Name). 

Foreman provides details of an attempted burglary of explosives by a local ne'er-dowell in (Month) of (Year). The coal mine turned the suspect over to (State) State 

Police after apprehending her/him.

(Municipality) PD contacts (State) SP for information on the (Month) (Year) burglary and arrest.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD investigators interview foreman at the (Coal Mine Name). Foreman 

provides details of an attempted burglary of explosives by a local ne'er-do-well in (Month) of (Year). The coal mine turned the 

suspect over to (State) State Police after apprehending her/him. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-12 Thursday- 18:30 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (Interstate), an (State) HP Trooper was patrolling a rest area and decided to run 

the plate for vehicle which had the rear vent window broken. The vehicle came back 

stolen and the (State) HP Trooper called in for back-up and waited for the driver of 

the vehicle to return. When the driver returned to the vehicle, s/he was immediately 

placed under arrest for the stolen vehicle. When the suspect was asked for her/his 

identification, it did not match that of the (State) driver’s license information that was 

in his wallet with his photo.

Trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the OHP analyst.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (Interstate), an (State) HP Trooper was patrolling a rest area and decided to run the 

plate for vehicle which had the rear vent window broken. The vehicle came back stolen and the (State) HP Trooper called in for 

back-up and waited for the driver of the vehicle to return. When the driver returned to the vehicle, s/he was immediately placed 

under arrest for the stolen vehicle. When the suspect was asked for her/his identification, it did not match that of the (State) 

driver’s license information that was in his wallet with his photo. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690002 Monday- 18:15 Families of (International Country) attacks 

request meeting with Secretary of State Telephone Public Department of State (DOS) White Noise 15

The group, Family and Friends of the (Month)-(Year) Attack Victims, requests a 

meeting with the Secretary of State. They want to increase visibility of their cause. 

They have made statements about potential lawsuits against the countries, oil 

companies, and the country's leaders that the attacks were made in and have 

inferred they expect settlements.

DOS determines Secretary of State's schedule.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The group FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE (Month)-(Year) ATTACK VICTIMS 

requests a meeting with the Secretary of State. They want to increase visibility of their cause. They have made statements 

about potential lawsuits against the countries, oil companies, and the country's leaders that the attacks were made in and have 

inferred they expect settlements. This will be a phone call from DOS TF controller to DOS TF. "Hello, My name is (Name) 

and I represent the group, FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE (Month)-(Year) ATTACK VICTIMS. We lost loved ones in the 

attacks in (Continent) and (Continent) last month. We have joined together to help prevent these kinds of things from not 

happening ever again. We believe that by bringing attention to the loss we have all suffered that we can make a difference in 

how the world sees victims and the United States. To focus the attention of the world we would like to have a meeting between 

members of our group and the Secretary of State. We propose this meeting happen (Day of the Week), (Month) (Day). We 

would also like you to know that we have members that will be interviewed by various media on (Day of the Week), (Month) 

(Day). Can you please let me know if the State Department is able to accommodate our request for a meeting. I can be 

reached at XXX XXX XXXX. Thank you" *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1013 Tuesday- 16:00 (State) White Noise e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 2/13

An employee of (City) Airport reported that her/his residence was broken into in 

(City). Her/His wallet and certain valuables are reportedly stolen. The stolen items 

include her/his airport ID and access badges. (Municipality) Police are 

investigating the incident.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An employee of (City) Airport reported that her/his residence was broken into in (City). 

Her/His wallet and certain valuables are reportedly stolen. The stolen items include her/his airport ID and access badges. 

(Municipality) Police are investigating the incident. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

1022-02 Wednesday- 20:00 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/2

The owner of a local embroidery shop called the (Municipality) Police Station and 

was routed to an ILO at the (State) State Fusion Center. The owner related that a 

(Gender) not know to her/him came in to her/him embroidery shop and asked to have 

"(City) Natural Gas" stitched on (#) shirts. S/he asked her/him if s/he was an 

employee of (City) Natural Gas and s/he got a panicked look on her/his face and left 

the store. S/he described her/him has a (Hair Color) hair, (Skin Color) skin, (Body 

Type) built individual.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The owner of a local embroidery shop called the (Municipality) Police Station and was 

routed to an ILO at the (State) State Fusion Center. The owner related that a (Gender) not know to her/him came in to her/him 

embroidery shop and asked to have "(City) Natural Gas" stitched on (#) shirts. S/he asked her/him if s/he was an employee of 

(City) Natural Gas and s/he got a panicked look on her/his face and left the store. S/he described her/him has a (Hair Color) 

hair, (Skin Color) skin, (Body Type) built individual. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1022-03 Wednesday- 22:20 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 12/2/5/13

The (City) Natural Gas Company security unit in (City) called the Fusion Center to 

report there was mischief to a compressor station near the (State)/(Bordering 

International Country) border. A broken lock and bolts removed from compressor 

mounts was the extent of the damage

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (City) Natural Gas Company security unit in (City) called the Fusion Center to report 

there was mischief to a compressor station near the (State)/(Bordering International Country) border. A broken lock and bolts 

removed from compressor mounts was the extent of the damage. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1030-06 Thursday- 20:46 (State) White Noise Hand delivered report (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 1/13/5

(State) State Police notified the FAA and NTSB about a possible aircraft crash 

(Cardinal Direction) of (Town), (State). State Police are responding, but have not 

located the crash site

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) State Police notified the FAA and NTSB about a possible aircraft crash (Cardinal 

Direction) of (Town), (State). State Police are responding but have not located the crash site.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE 

***

45Z005 Wednesday- 10:00 Fingerprints for (Suspected Terrorist(s)) 

Collected in (International Country) e-mail DOJ / FBI Legal Attache in (International 

Country)

DOJ / FBI / Strategic Info and Ops Center 

(SIOC) 15

(Ethnicity) authorities acting on information from (Suspected Terrorist)’s arrest and 

interrogation, trace the movement of several associates to a (Lodging 

Establishment) in (International City), (International Country). Upon investigation, 

(#) questioned fingerprints are collected and processed from the (Lodging 

Establishment) on (Day) (Month) (Year). (Ethnicity) authorities share these (#) 

questioned fingerprints with the FBI Legates in (Capital of International Country) for 

possible identification.

Upon receipt of the (#) questioned prints from (Ethnicity) authorities, the FBI LEGATE in (Capital of International Country) would forward 

the prints to the CT Watch/FBI-SIOC and Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico. Latent Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico would 

conduct analysis and query the IAFIS database. Results of initial analysis and database search on (#) questioned fingerprints should be 

provided to CT Watch/FBI-SIOC player. FBI player should request results of database search from FBI controller. If asked, controller 

reports there are (#) matches in the FBI/IAFIS database. In IAFIS, (Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) matches the prints for (Known 

Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) matches the prints (Known Fingerprint Code #2) 

([Suspected Terrorist #2]). The identities of (Suspected Terrorist #1) and (Suspected Terrorist #2) are known because of their recent 

arrest in (State) by CBP. After receiving this information the FBI player should share this information and (#) questioned fingerprints 

with US VISIT players for further analysis. Assuming the FBI player forwards the (#) sets of prints to US VISIT, US VISIT players should 

run a database search in IDENT. Player should request results of a database search from the US VISIT controller. If asked, controller 

reports there are (#) matches in the IDENT database. Similar to IAFIS, IDENT confirms that (Submitted Fingerprint Code #1) matches 

the prints for (Known Fingerprint Code #1) ([Suspected Terrorist #1]). (Submitted Fingerprint Code #2) print matches the prints (Known 

Fingerprint Code #2) ([Suspected Terrorist #2]). FBI and US VISIT players should share and report results of database searches with 

appropriate units, organizations and agencies. Unidentified prints should be stored for future investigation / action.

Inject e-mail address was incorrect in this inject. Inject 45Z005-01 was created to 

send this information to the players. On (Month) (Day), (Year) at approximately 

(Time) (Time Zone), Customs and Border Protection apprehend (#) individuals near 

the US-(Bordering International Country) border in (State). Following the arrest, the 

individuals were taken to the border station and fingerprinted. The suspects were 

identified as (Name) and (Name #2). CBP provided FBI SOIC and US-VISIT with the 

fingerprints for possible identification and investigation. When the suspects 

fingerprints were collected at the border station, they were automatically entered into 

the IDENT database. The subsequent IDENT database query was negative for both 

suspects. Both suspects biometric and biographic information was then entered in 

the IDENT database as new encounters. Due to the heightened state of awareness 

throughout the intelligence and law enforcement communities after the recent 

terrorist attacks in (Month), (Name #3) ensured all that the suspects were added to 

the watch list. In addition, (Name #3) responded back to the FBI with the findings from 

the IDENT database query and informed the NTC as well.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The FBI Legit in (International Country) provides the CT Watch / FBI SIOC and Latent 

Fingerprint Unit, FBI Lab Quantico with a short report and the (#) questioned fingerprints taken from the (Lodging 

Establishment) in (International City), (International Country). These prints are identified as: (List of Submitted Fingerprint 

Code(s)) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-01 Wednesday- 16:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (US Highway #) outside of (City), in (County), a vehicle is stopped for swerving 

from lane to lane by (State) HP. The (State) HP trooper approaches the driver and 

immediately smells alcohol on the driver’s breath. The driver is requested to step 

out of the vehicle, which the driver does and immediately falls to the ground. The 

driver also presents the trooper with a fake driver’s license. The trooper places the 

driver under arrest for driving while under the influence and impounds the vehicle.

(State) HP trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) reports incident to Troop (Alpha #2) based on the report of 

driver’s license examiner producing fraudulent driver’s licenses.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (US Highway #) outside of (City), in (County), a vehicle is stopped for swerving from 

lane to lane by (State) HP. The (State) HP Trooper approaches the driver and immediately smells alcohol on the driver’s 

breath. The driver is requested to step out of the vehicle, which the driver does and immediately falls to the ground. The driver 

also presents the trooper with a fake driver’s license. The trooper places the driver under arrest for driving while under the 

influence and impounds the vehicle. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0012-02 Wednesday- 17:00 Troop (Alpha) & Region (#) Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Highway Patrol 13

On (US Highway #) outside of (City), in (County), an (State) HP trooper observes a 

(Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) abandoned on the side of the road. The 

(State) HP trooper looked thru the window of the vehicle and observed on the front 

seat, a woman’s purse with its contents scattered. Among the scattered items, the 

(State) HP trooper found various passports. Upon further investigation, the trooper 

noticed that the passports had no identifiers other than the originating country.

(State) HP trooper reports incident to Troop (Alpha) HQ. Troop (Alpha) HQ notifies Troop (Alpha #2) and the (State) HP Analyst. 

(State) HP Analyst prepares report on the incident and submits it to (State) IFC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** On (US Highway #) outside of (City), in (County), an (State) HP Trooper observes a 

(Year) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) abandoned on the side of the road. The (State) HP Trooper looked thru the window of 

the vehicle and observed on the front seat, a woman’s purse with its contents scattered. Among the scattered items, the 

(State) HP Trooper found various passports. Upon further investigation, the trooper noticed that the passports had no 

identifiers other than the originating country. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0010-04 Thursday- 18:00 Gang Related (Malicious Wounding)/Safe 

House, (Municipality) PD Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13/5

Further analysis reveals that Sullivan has been associated with terrorist finance 

activities with the (Extreme Religious Organization Name), an extremist (Religion) 

organization.

OCPD analysts prepare a report on the results of the investigation on the (Malicious Wounding) and submit to (State) IFC/FIG/JTTF. 

(State) IFC conducts appropriate analysis of (Municipality) PD’s report. (State) IFC evaluates the need to prepare appropriate law 

enforcement, public and private sector briefs based upon findings.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Further analysis reveals that (Name) has been associated with terrorist finance activities 

with the (Extreme Religious Organization Name), an extremist (Religion) organization. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1015 Tuesday- 16:30 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

Local police received a call from an anonymous source stating that the caller 

overheard an unidentified (Ethnicity) person at, (Eating Establishment Name) in 

(Town), tell another (Ethnicity) (Gender) that the "funding is coming".

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Local police received a call from an anonymous source stating that the caller overheard an 

unidentified (Ethnicity) person at, (Eating Establishment Name) in (Town), tell another (Ethnicity) (Gender) that the "funding 

is coming". *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480007 Wednesday- 20:00 Possible attack on a bridge in Region (Roman 

Numeral) Telephone Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 2/5

A concerned citizen contacts the National Infrastructure Coordination Center 

(NICC) about suspicious activity witnessed at the (Bridge Name) in (State). The 

caller describes (Suspected Terrorist).

DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name), I used to work as a CSO for a transportation association, and I am 

contacting you regarding an incident I witnessed while visiting a bridge. I am retired and really into photography. I stopped at 

the corner of the (Bridge Name) about (Period of Time) ago to snap some photos when a (Gender) who was suspiciously 

snapping photos of the bridge started staring at me. S/He wasn’t taking any pictures of the view, just the pictures of the 

bridge, s/he then gave me a weird look which made me very scared and left. He was an (Ethnicity) (Gender), about (Height), 

(Weight), had (Hair Color) hair and (Eye Color) eyes. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address) (City), (State) Education: 

(Level of Achieved Education), (College/University) Employment: (Employment Status), (Job Position), (Place of Employment) 

DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (College/University), and (Place of Employment) are fictitious organizations used for 

exercise purposes. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K030-04 Monday- 13:25 Arrests and Enforcement Activities in 

(International City) Telephone DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) White Noise 15/5

National Security and Investigations Center (CISEN) via International Border 

Liaison Unit advised (Ethnicity) Federal Police will be initiating numerous cartel 

arrests in (International City), (International State), (International Country)

Notify Field operations, AMOC, Sit room, and JOIC.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** National Security and Investigations Center (CISEN) via International Border Liaison Unit 

advised (Ethnicity) Federal Police will be initiating numerous cartel arrests in (International City), (International State), 

(International Country) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** At (Time) CISEN via CBP International Liaison Unit advised 

(Ethnicity) Federal Police will be initiating numerous cartel arrests in (International City), (International State), (International 

Country); to be on alert for individuals attempting to cross into the U.S. to escape arrest. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0070-03 Monday- 20:00 Stolen Vehicle e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 1/5

(Petroleum Manufacturer Company) (City) reports that an on-site contractor 

([Contractor Name]) has had a fuel tanker trailer stolen from site (inside the 

[Petroleum Manufacturer's] fence line). Truck contained (#) gallons of diesel fuel. 

(Contractor Name) says the tanker is a standard (Color) tanker with no markings 

and that its number is (VIN #) and license number is (License Plate ID). It is 

unknown what tractor was used.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Petroleum Manufacturer Company) (City) reports that an on-site contractor ([Contractor 

Name]) has had a fuel tanker trailer stolen from site (inside the Petroleum Manufacturer's Fence Line). Truck contained (#) 

gallons of diesel fuel. (Contractor Name) says the tanker is a standard (Color) tanker with no markings and that its number is 

(VIN #) and License Number is (License Plate ID). It is unknown what tractor was used. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond 

via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0070-04 Tuesday- 21:00 Weapons Development e-mail Intelligence Control Cell (ICC) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) / (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13/5

Driver of a (Tank Size) vacuum truck belonging to Smarter Environmental Service 

reported his vehicle was stolen from the (Eating Establishment Name) at (Street 

Name) in (City). Vehicle was a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Year) (Vehicle 

Model). License: (State) Commercial (License Plate ID).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Driver of a (Tank Size) vacuum truck belonging to Smarter Environmental Service reported 

his vehicle was stolen from the (Eating Establishment Name) at (Street Name) in (City). Vehicle was a (Vehicle Color) 

(Vehicle Make) (Year) (Vehicle Model). License: (State) Commercial (License Plate ID). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0070-06 Wednesday- 14:40 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) / (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13

The manager of a truck rental center in (City) reported an attempt by (#) (Gender) to 

rent (#) septic tank trucks. The (Gender) presented drivers licenses and credit 

cards with names that did not match.

(Municipality) Sheriff's Dept. dispatches a deputy to investigate incident.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The manager of a truck rental center in (City) reported an attempt by (#) (Gender) to rent 

(#) septic tank trucks. The (Gender) presented drivers licenses and credit cards with names that did not match. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0071-05 Friday- 14:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 10 (City) Crime Lab and HAZMAT Lab reports that liquid found on wooden paddles 

found in (Facility Name) industrial area was an (Chemical Compound) Mixture. Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (City) Crime Lab and HAZMAT Lab reports that liquid found on wooden paddles found in 

(Facility Name) industrial area was an (Chemical Compound) Mixture. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0072-06 Thursday- 17:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 10

DPS processes the crime scene. The tank truck was transporting diesel fuel when it 

was stolen. The suspects were interrupted just as they had started to fill the drums 

on the panel truck from the fuel tanker, since the tanker was almost full.

DPS runs the license plates from both the tanker and the panel truck and notify the trucking company the stolen vehicle was recovered. 

The tanker is then impounded until the trucking company can retrieve it.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DPS District, (County). reports that after processing the crime scene related to the truck 

theft and the apprehension of (#) suspects: The tank truck was transporting diesel fuel when it was stolen. The suspects were 

interrupted just as they had started to fill the drums on the panel truck from the fuel tanker, since the tanker was almost full. No 

fuel was taken from the scene of the crime. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0072-07 Thursday- 19:45 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13/5

During interrogation by DPS, one of the suspects, (Name), involved in the diesel 

tank truck theft reveals that s/he is a member of a street gang in (City) called 

(Criminal Organization) and that their gang had been paid to steal the diesel and 

provide it in (#) gal drums to a vacant lot. They were to be paid ($ Amount) per drum. 

The suspect says they were taking their instructions from (Name #2) a senior 

member of the Gang

DPS RFI's (Municipality) PD for details on (City) street gang known as the (Criminal Organization).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** During interrogation by DPS, one of the suspects, (Name), involved in the diesel tank truck 

theft reveals that s/he is a member of a street gang in (City) called (Criminal Organization) and that their gang had been paid 

to steal the diesel and provide it in (#) gal drums to a vacant lot. They were to be paid ($ Amount) per drum. The suspect says 

they were taking their instructions from (Name #2) a senior member of the Gang. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0072-08 Thursday- 21:00 Weapons Development e-mail TX Department of Public Safety (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 13/5

DPS interrogators are informed that the (Criminal Organization) has had previous 

ties with the (Larger Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. The second suspect, who 

refuses to give her/his name and whose fingerprints do not register on any 

database, insists they stole the truck for themselves and no one was paying them for 

them. They were also going to steal gasoline so that they wouldn't have to pay high 

prices for fuel this fall.

(County) Sheriff and DPS completes a report on the interrogation and forwards it to the (State) Fusion Center, the (City) Fusion Center, 

and FBI.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DPS interrogators are informed that the (Criminal Organization) has had previous ties 

with the (Larger Criminal Organization) Drug Cartel. The second suspect, who refuses to give her/his name and whose 

fingerprints do not register on any database, insists they stole the truck for themselves and no one was paying them for them. 

They were also going to steal gasoline so that they wouldn't have to pay high prices for fuel this fall. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0073-02 Wednesday- 21:15 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD 13

(Municipality) PD patrol interviews gas station manager regarding a complaint s/he 

filed against (#) (Gender) who threatened her/him while filling (#) gallon drums with 

diesel fuel. S/He described the (Gender) as being (Ethnicity) with large "cat" 

tattoos on their upper left arms. They were driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). 

S/He also provided the patrol with the license plate number of the (Vehicle Type): 

(State) (License Plate ID). License Plate belongs to a known member of (Criminal 

Organization). The gang member's name is (Name). S/He has no know current 

address.

(Municipality) PD patrol runs check on the license plate number provided by the gas station manager. The vehicle in question is 

registered to address on (Street Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-on report from 911 complaint: (Municipality) PD patrol interviews gas station 

manager regarding a complaint s/he filed against (#) (Gender) who threatened her/him while filling (#) gallon drums with 

diesel fuel. S/He described the (Gender) as being (Ethnicity) with large "cat" tattoos on their upper left arms. They were 

driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). S/He also provided the patrol with the license plate number of the (Vehicle Type): 

(State) (License Plate ID). License Plate belongs to a known member of (Criminal Organization). The gang member's name 

is (Name). S/He has no know current address. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0072-02 Thursday- 14:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 13/5

DPS takes information regarding the theft of a tanker truck hauling diesel fuel. The 

driver stated s/he stopped at the (Eating Establishment), went inside the truck stop 

for dinner and came outside to find her/his rig was gone. The driver informed the 

deputy that the truck did contain the standard company GPS system.

The DPS officer enters the truck and trailer license plate, as well as a description of its color, markings, visible damage make and model 

into NCIC. The officer also completes and files his report.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff's Office provides the following information regarding the theft of a 

tanker truck hauling diesel fuel. The driver stated s/he stopped at the (Eating Establishment), went inside the truck stop for 

dinner and came outside to find her/his rig was gone. The driver informed the deputy that the truck did contain the standard 

company GPS system. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0074-02 Thursday- 14:15 Weapons Development Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD patrol interviews (Location) convenience store manager 

regarding an assault complaint. (#) (Ethnicity) (Gender) with large "(Tattoo 

Image)" tattoos on their upper left arms punched and kicked her/him when s/he tried 

to intervene between them and a (Gender) customer they were harassing. The 

manager and the customer provided descriptions and a license plate number. They 

were driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). S/He also provided the patrol with 

the license plate number of the (Vehicle Type). (State) (License Plate ID). The 

(Gender) left without paying for diesel fuel they had pumped. The vehicle came up as 

a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) registered to address on (Street Name) and was 

involved in a similar incident earlier today.

(Municipality) PD patrol runs check on the license plate number provided by the gas station manager and customer.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD patrol interviews (Location) convenience store manager regarding an 

assault complaint. (#) (Ethnicity) (Gender) with large "(Tattoo Image)" tattoos on their upper left arms punched and kicked 

her/him when s/he tried to intervene between them and a (Gender) customer they were harassing. The manager and the 

customer provided descriptions and a license plate number. They were driving a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type). S/He also 

provided the patrol with the license plate number of the (Vehicle Type). (State) (License Plate ID). The (Gender) left without 

paying for diesel fuel they had pumped. The vehicle came up as a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) registered to address on 

(Street Name) and was involved in a similar incident earlier today.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0074-03 Thursday- 14:30 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD patrol obtains additional information from the victim of an assault 

and witness at a (Location) convenience store. The (#) suspects were (Ethnicity) 

both of (Body Type) build and both had the same large (Tattoo Image) tattoo on 

their upper left arm. The were attempting to fill (#) large drums with diesel fuel. The 

drums were sitting in the back of a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle). The 

(Gender) did not appear to be armed, but scared the (Gender) customer enough to 

make her/him scream for help.

(Municipality) PD issues a BOLO on the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with the license number provided by the convenience store 

manager, as well as an arrest and search warrant.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD patrol obtains additional information from the victim of an assault and 

witness at a (Location) convenience store. The (#) suspects were (Ethnicity) both of (Body Type) build and both had the same 

large (Tattoo Image) tattoo on their upper left arm. The were attempting to fill (#) large drums with diesel fuel. The drums 

were sitting in the back of a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle). The (Gender) did not appear to be armed, but scared 

the (Gender) customer enough to make her/him scream for help. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0074-04 Thursday- 17:30 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD patrol locates a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with license plate 

number (State) (License Plate ID) involved in (#) recent filling station incidents. The 

vehicle is parked at a truck stop on HWY (Highway #) in (Location). (#) (Gender) 

are filling (#) (#) gallon drums in the back of the (Vehicle Type). (Municipality) PD 

moves in to and apprehends the (#) suspects and takes them to the local PD office.

(Municipality) PD patrol arrests (#) (Gender) in (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) believed to be involved in recent filling station incidents.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD patrol locates a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Type) with license plate 

number (State) (License Plate ID) involved in (#) recent filling station incidents. The vehicle is parked at a truck stop on HWY 

(Highway #) in (Location). (#) (Gender) are filling (#) (#) gallon drums in the back of the (Vehicle Type). (Municipality) PD 

moves in to and apprehends the (#) suspects and takes them to the local PD office. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

2001-02 Wednesday- 14:45 (City) Bureau of Engraving Fax Intelligence Control Cell (ICC) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) 2/5 The arrival of the package containing the CD elevates BEP's security posture.

BEP's Security deploys all available resources to investigate the incident, review the contents of the video to reconstruct the footage and 

to identify each location where the video was filmed, obtain eye witness statements (if possible), and scan the Internet to see if the video 

was released to the general public (if so, then possible leads).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Ref: (City) Bureau of Engraving. The arrival of the package containing the CD elevates 

BEP's security posture. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0072-04 Thursday- 15:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 13

While the DPS patrol continues to observe activity of (#) suspects filling (#) gallon 

drums from a fuel tank truck, one of the (Gender) noticed the patrol and all (#) 

(Gender) take off running.

DPS patrol calls for backup and initiates pursuit.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** DPS District, (County) reports its patrol observing activity of (#) suspects filling (#) gallon 

drums from a fuel tank truck, one of the (Gender) noticed the patrol and all (#) (Gender) take off running. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0075-01 Wednesday- 20:25 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell CONUS 

Threat Information 13/5

(Municipality) Sheriff's Dept. deputy records complaint from the manager of a truck 

rental center in (City). A young (Race) (Gender) in her/his (Age Decade) showed 

up at her/his rental agency and requested to rent a septic vacuum truck. When 

informed that truck rental center didn't have any septic vacuum trucks, the young 

(Gender) asked if they had any truck that could carry over (Large #) gallons of 

liquid. It was at that point that the manager became suspicious. S/He realized that 

this (Gender) knew nothing about trucks and just wanted to rent any type of truck that 

carried some sort of liquid. The (Gender) was (Ethnicity). The manager did not 

catch the individual's first name.

(Municipality) Sheriff's Dept. runs data collected on the driver's licenses and credit cards provided by the truck rental manager. All credit 

cards were reported stolen. One driver's license was identified as belonging to (Name) from (County).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Municipality) Sheriff's Dept. deputy records complaint from the manager of a truck rental 

center in (City). A young (Race) (Gender) in her/his (Age Decade) showed up at her/his rental agency and requested to rent 

a septic vacuum truck. When informed that truck rental center didn't have any septic vacuum trucks, the young (Gender) asked 

if they had any truck that could carry over (Large #) gallons of liquid. It was at that point that the manager became suspicious. 

S/He realized that this (Gender) knew nothing about trucks and just wanted to rent any type of truck that carried some sort of 

liquid. The (Gender) was (Ethnicity). The manager did not catch the individual's first name. Do not reply to this e-mail; 

respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0075-02 Thursday- 14:20 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (City) Fusion Center White Noise 13

(Municipality) Sheriff's Office deputy investigates the break in and theft of a truck 

rental company in (City). The chain link fence separating the rear of the center from 

a grassy field was cut. Ruts in the field suggest vehicles were driven through the 

fence across the soft ground. The owner reveals (#) septic tank trucks were missing 

but couldn't immediately provide VIN identification for them. 

The deputy enters the truck VIN, license plates, as well as a description of color, markings, visible damages, make and model into NCIC. 

The deputy also completes and files his report.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff's Office deputy investigates the break in and theft of a truck rental 

company in (City). The chain link fence separating the rear of the center from a grassy field was cut. Ruts in the field suggest 

vehicles were driven through the fence across the soft ground. The owner reveals (#) septic tank trucks were missing but 

couldn't immediately provide VIN identification for them. #1: (State) (VIN #1) #2. (State) (Vin #2) #3. (State) (Vin #3) Do not 

reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0075-03 Monday- 18:50 Suspicious Vehicle e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD patrol discovers an abandoned septic tank truck along (Street 

Name), (Cardinal Direction) of (City). The vehicle's hood and doors were left 

opened and the ignition was punched, indicating the vehicle was stolen.

(Municipality) PD runs the septic truck's identification. The vehicle was one of (#) trucks stolen from a (Truck Rental Company Name) 

truck rental company the previous night.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Municipality) PD patrol discovers an abandoned septic tank truck along (Street Name), 

(Cardinal Direction) of (City). The vehicle's hood and doors were left opened and the ignition was punched, indicating the 

vehicle was stolen. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0076-02 Tuesday- 20:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety 10/5

Follow-on investigation shows (#) (Gender) in masks breaking into the bunker. The 

recording shows the break-in and removal of the explosives. The vehicle that the 

explosives were loaded into was not visible and therefore there were no descriptions. 

They wore dark colored (Article of Clothing). There were no defining items. One 

individual had cut her/his sleeves off her/his (Article of Clothing) and her/his arms 

were exposed. There seemed to be a tattoo on her/his upper left arm, but it is 

undetermined what it is. There is no information on the night security guard missing 

from the control room. The individual is named (Name). S/He has no prior record 

and has been working for (Quarry Name) for (Period of Time). S/He is a good 

reputation which is why s/he was promoted to night shift leader and worked in the 

control room. The other (#) security guards are in the hospital under observation. 

They don't remember anything. Physical examination shows that they were both hit 

over the head with a rounded object.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-on investigation of the (Quarry Name) theft by DPS investigators and review of the 

CCTV shows (#) (Gender) in masks breaking into the bunker. The recording shows the break-in and removal of the 

explosives. The vehicle that the explosives were loaded into was not visible and therefore there were no descriptions. They 

wore dark colored (Article of Clothing). There were no defining items. One individual had cut her/his sleeves off her/his 

(Article of Clothing) and her/his arms were exposed. There seemed to be a tattoo on her/his upper left arm, but it is 

undetermined what it is. There is no information on the night security guard missing from the control room. The individual is 

named (Name). S/He has no prior record and has been working for (Quarry Name) for (Period of Time). S/He is a good 

reputation which is why s/he was promoted to night shift leader and worked in the control room. The other (#) security guards 

are in the hospital under observation. They don't remember anything. Physical examination shows that they were both hit over 

the head with a rounded object. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0076-03 Wednesday- 21:00 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety 2/5

Follow-on enhancement of the CCTV recordings of the explosives theft shows that 

the perp's tattoo is that of a large (Tattoo Image). Again, the tattoo is on the upper 

left arm of the perp, who cut his sleeves off of her/his (Article of Clothing).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Follow-on enhancement of the CCTV recordings of the explosives theft at the (Quarry 

Name) shows that the perp's tattoo is that of a large (Tattoo Image). Again, the tattoo is on the upper left arm of the perp who 

cut her/his sleeves off of her/his (Article of Clothing). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

960001 Tuesday- 17:00 VNN Live airs a clip of (Terrorist Organization) 

Threat Video VNN Virtual News Network (VNN) Virtual News Network (VNN) (Terrorist Organization) 15

At (Time) (Time Zone) on (Day) (Month), (Year), (International News Channel 

Name) Satellite Channel TV aired a video of radical cleric, (Name) claiming on 

behalf of (Terrorist Organization), that (Terrorist Organization Acronym) will 

conduct additional attacks against (Anti-[Religion] Group Members) in the near 

future. VNN airs a clip of this video on (Day of the Week), (Month) (Day), (Year) at 

(Time) (Time Zone).

Federal Public Affairs Officers and Federal Officials respond to the (Terrorist Organization) threat video.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A translation of the video clip follows: "(Statement Referencing Religious Beliefs, 

Fundamentals, Doctrine, and History. Attacks on international nations in response to dichotomous religious beliefs with 

threats of impending attacks. Publishing of relevant information on terrorist/extremist media networks). [For Example: "This is 

a call to the nation of one billion Muslims; the nation of Islam and jihad and Muhammed, may God’s peace and blessings be 

upon him; the descendents of Abu-Bakr, Umar, and Khalid Bin-al-Wadi, I say to them: Ride the horses of God, for the battle is 

imminent. The battle is a decisive one between faith and infidelity. Choose the trench you want to be in. There are only two 

trenches. Either you be in the trench of the faithful or in the trench of the infidels." "I was greatly heartened to hear the words of 

our Shaykh, Abu-Abdullah, in his most recent address, in which he urged the faithful mujahidin to strike the Americans in their 

beds, the most aggressive of those parties in the Zionist- upon the crusader empire."])"*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K030 Wednesday- 15:15

Office of Border Patrol (OBP) (City) Notifies 

(CBP Passenger Container Screening Unit), 

Sit room, CBP Field OPS, State/Local Reps of 

the apprehension of (Applicable Terrorist Cell)

Message Traffic DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 13/15

Office of Border Patrol (OBP) (City) Notifies (CBP Passenger Container 

Screening Unit), SitRoom, CBP Field OPS, State/local reps. of the apprehension of 

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) * Local Sheriff encounters (Name) ([Suspected 

Terrorist]) DOB (DOB) walking near the (Location), (Cardinal Direction) of (Park 

Name) Park. The subject presented a (International Country) passport ([Passport 

#]) without a U.S. Visa. The Sheriff ran NCIC checks on the subject ([Suspected 

Terrorist]). An Interpol record for a Narcotics conviction and incarceration in 

(International Country) is found. * (City) OBP Station officers respond to the 

sheriff’s call and ran checks to confirm information on (Suspected Terrorist). It was 

determined at the station that (Name) was the same individual that had been 

reported to the Port of (Port City) BP, and CBP as having departed a vessel before it 

docked. CBP Field OPS, and the (Municipality) Police Department were advised of 

the apprehension.

*Noted that (Name) is the (#) adult (Gender) from (International Country) encountered by USBP in the past (Period of Time). (See 

BOLO alert XXX-09.) *The Office of Border Patrol (OBP) Sector Border Intel Center (BIC) is notified and initiates queries via the (CBP 

Passenger Container Screening Unit). *The BIC also articulates the possible connection between the prior recent encounters with 

members of the (Applicable Terrorist Cell) cell and their respective ties to the (Religion) Worship Center. *The sector JTTF liaison is 

notified of the apparent ties between these recently encountered subjects. *A Field Information Report is initiated in the Customs and 

Border Protection (USCBP) IRS system. *Subjects are detained pending JTTF interview.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Office of Border Patrol (OBP) (City) Notifies (CBP Passenger Container Screening 

Unit), Sit room, CBP Field OPS, State/Local Reps of the apprehension of vessel absconder* Local Sheriff encounters 

(Name) DOB (DOB) walking near the (Location), (Cardinal Direction) of (Park Name) Park. The subject presented a 

(International Country) passport ([Passport #]) without a US Visa. The Sheriff ran NCIC checks on the subject. An Interpol 

record for a Narcotics conviction and incarceration in (International Country) is found. * (City) OBP Station officers respond 

to the Sheriff’s call and ran checks to confirm information on subject. It was determined at the station that (Name) was the 

same individual that had been reported to the Port of (City) BP, and CBP as having departed a vessel before it docked. CBP 

Field OPS, and the (Municipality) Police Department were advised of the apprehension.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K021 Tuesday- 15:20

(Suspected Terrorist)/(Suspected Terrorist) 

apprehended by USBP near BP Checkpoint 

(Intersecting Roads)

Message Traffic DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 15/5

(Time) (Time Zone) hours BP agent (Name) spotted the taxi cab dropping off (#) 

(Gender) subjects from the original report near a BP checkpoint located at the 

intersection of (Street Name) and Highway (#). The BP Agent responded and 

intercepted both subjects.

The BIC notified of apprehension. *Pocket trash and biographical information will be collected and processed. *U.S. Border Patrol 

(USBP) will detain both subjects pending query replies from CBP National Targeting Center-Passenger (NTC-P). Subjects will be 

processed for immigration violations and detained pending JTTF response. *BP will transport subjects to (Name of BP Location) BP 

station for processing.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Time) (Time Zone) hours BP Agent (Name) spotted the taxi cab dropping off (#) 

(Gender) subjects from the original report near a BP Checkpoint located at the intersection of (Street Name) and Highway 

(#). The BP Agent responded and intercepted both subjects. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690015 Monday- 15:42 Suspicious Passenger List e-mail INTERPOL Department of State (DOS) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

The INTERPOL (International Country) NCB report providing names of (#) 

suspicious passengers from flights departing (International Geographical Region) 

within (Period of Time) of the (Continental) attacks is provided.

The attached document should be delivered to the INTERPOL NCB Washington player. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** 

The INTERPOL (International Country) NCB report providing names of (#) suspicious passengers from flights departing 

(International Geographical Region) within (Period of Time) of the (Continental) attacks is provided. Do not reply to this email; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

45K027 Wednesday- 12:55

OBP and CBP Port of (City) respond to 

investigate vessel absconder ([Suspected 

Terrorist])

Message Traffic DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) DHS / Customs and Border Protection (CBP) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Border 

Crossing Information 13/5

OBP and CBP Port of (Port City) respond to investigate vessel absconder 

([Suspected Terrorist]). *USCBP questions the captain of the vessel and 

subsequently searches the boat for information on the passenger. The captain of the 

boat could not provide any specific information on the passenger, other than a basic 

physical description. *The captain of the vessel only knew the individual by the name 

of "(First Name)." *The captain of the vessel reported that the subject that s/he had 

intended to drop off at the main port jumped off the boat as they passed the (Park 

Name) Park area and swam ashore. *USBP finds wet clothes during a search of the 

general area (Cardinal Direction) of (Park Name) Park, but no other evidence of the 

absconder is found.

*OBP (City) provides an update to BP BIC, State/Local LE, CBP Commissioner’s Situation Room of reported absconder and initial 

findings at the area of investigation. *In turn, USBP via the Sector Border Intel Center (BIC) issues an alert.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** OBP and CBP Port of (City) respond to investigate vessel absconder ([Suspected 

Terrorist Code]) * USCBP questions the captain of the vessel and subsequently searches the boat for information on the 

passenger. The captain of the boat could not provide any specific information on the passenger, other than a basic physical 

description. * The Captain of the vessel only knew the individual by the name of "(First Name)." * The Captain of the vessel 

reported that the subject that s/he had intended to drop off at the main port jumped off the boat as they passed the (Park Name) 

Park area and swam ashore. *USBP finds wet clothes during a search of the general area (Cardinal Direction) of (Park 

Name) Park, but no other evidence of the absconder is found. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

033 Wednesday- 20:23 Prosecutors instructed to attend Executive 

Group meeting Telephone (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15 The Attorney General's Office informs prosecutors on the outcome of the Executive Group of the National Security Cabinet meeting

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The Attorney General Office informs Prosecutors on the outcome of the Executive Group of 

the National Security Cabinet meeting *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

035 Wednesday- 20:23 (Ranked Naval Officials) representatives 

instructed to attend Executive Group meeting Telephone (International Country) ([International Country Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

The (International Country) Navy Undersecretary instructs (Ranked Naval Officials) 

representatives on the outcome of the Executive Group of the National Security 

Cabinet meeting.

The attached implementer should be read to the (Ranked Naval Officials) player via telephone call. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** The (International Country) Navy Undersecretary informs (Ranked Naval Officials) representatives on the 

outcome of the Executive Group of the National Security Cabinet meeting. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

037 Thursday- 0:23 (Ethnicity) authorities find (Name) rental vehicle Memorandum (International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(International Country) ([International Country 

Acronym])

(Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 15

(Ethnicity) Authorities find in (City within International State), (International State) an 

abandoned vehicle that matches the description of the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle 

Make) (Vehicle Model) rented by (Name) in the (City within International State #2) 

International Airport on (Month) (Day).

This implementer should be delivered to the (International Federal Crime Investigation Institute) player. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE *** (Ethnicity) Authorities find in (City within International State), (International State) an abandoned vehicle that 

matches the description of the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) rented by (Name) in the (City within 

International State #2) International Airport on (Month) (Day). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014-01 Wednesday-22 Jul 

09 18:00 Suspicious Activity at (State) Casinos Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Information Fusion Center ([State 

Acronym] IFC) White Noise 2/13

(Tribal Nation) PD HQ receives a call from the security supervisor at (Casino 

Name) Casino outside of (City), (State). The security supervisor reports that (#) 

(Gender) in a rental car were seen driving around the casino parking lot, trying to 

open secured doors. The security supervisor reported that one of the (Gender) also 

asked one of the security guards about qualifications needed to become a security 

guard at the casino and about how many guards are currently working at the casino.

(Tribal Nation) PD analyst assesses this event against any other like events and prepares assessment for (State) IFC and other entities, 

as appropriate. (State) IFC assesses the information in the (Tribal Nation) PD Intelligence report and determines the need for any 

additional analysis. (State) IFC also assesses the need for the development of any additional briefs for law enforcement, public and 

private sector. (State) IFC also assesses the need to telephonically contact other Indian tribes in (State) with gaming facilities on these 

(#) incidents.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Tribal Nation) PD HQ receives a call from the Security Supervisor at (Casino Name) 

Casino outside of (City), (State). The Security Supervisor reports that (#) (Gender) in a rental car were seen driving around 

the casino parking lot, trying to open secured doors. The Security Supervisor reported that one of the (Gender) also asked 

one of the security guards about qualifications needed to become a security guard at the casino and about how many guards 

are currently working at the casino. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0040-05 Tuesday- 20:50 (Industrial Refinery Name) Petroleum e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) Private Sector White Noise 2/13

Person calls main listed telephone number for (Industrial Refinery Name) and 

explains s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the 

national importance of the energy sector in (State). Caller has numerous questions 

about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions 

about security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the 

caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a (Gender), but did not give her/his 

name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations. Appropriate agencies include: - (Municipality) 

PD/FBI JTTF - U.S. Coast Guard - National Response Center.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Person calls main listed telephone number for (Industrial Refinery Name) and explains 

s/he is a student at the (College/University) doing a research paper on the national importance of the energy sector in 

(State). Caller has numerous questions about types of products produced at the facility and then begins to ask questions 

about security. When asked why they are asking security related questions, the caller immediately hangs up. Individual was a 

(Gender), but did not give her/his name even after being asked several times. S/He avoided the question. Do not reply to this e

mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0081-06 Wednesday- 22:45 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) & (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Infiltration e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 1

A rental car agency in (City), (State), (Street Address), reports an individual of what 

appeared to be either (Ethnicity) or (Ethnicity #2) decent, (Height) about (Weight), 

(Body Type) build, (Hair Color) hair and (Eye Color) eyes that rented a vehicle from 

them. The vehicle was a (Year) (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), 

(Vehicle Type). The individual used a (Credit Card Type): (Credit Card #) to pay for 

the rental. The rental is to be turned into the at (Airport Name) on (Day) (Month) 

NLT than (Time) local.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A rental car agency in (City), (State), (Street Address), reports an individual of what 

appeared to be either (Ethnicity) or (Ethnicity #2) decent, (Height) about (Weight), (Body Type) build, (Hair Color) hair and 

(Eye Color) eyes that rented a vehicle from them. The vehicle was a (Year) (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), 

(Vehicle Type). The individual used a (Credit Card Type): (Credit Card #) to pay for the rental. The rental is to be turned into 

the at (Airport Name) on (Day) (Month) NLT than (Time) local. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0092-03 Wednesday- 13:45 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] IFC) White Noise 1/15

A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department game warden conducted an inspection of a 

boat on (Cardinal Direction) shore of (Lake Name). The game warden reported that 

the inspection revealed that the crew of (International Country's) Nationals may have 

assisted in the infiltration of a foreign national of (Ethnicity) descent ad that (Large 

#) feet of gill net was confiscated at (Geographic Coordinates). (Ethnicity) subjects 

and their disposition are included in the report. They picked up the individual in 

(Municipality within International State) and s/he paid the fishermen ($ Amount) in 

small bills. Subjects stated the individuals they brought into the U.S. carried only a 

cloth bag and that s/he walked off in an (Cardinal Direction) direction after asking 

how to get to Route (#) and then on to (City).

The JOIC's actions include querying the (State) PWD for more details concerning the alleged (Ethnicity) foreign national; entering the 

data onto a (State) Map and filing a report. The (State) Map entry triggers the BSOC to develop an OBS Daily Summary comment.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department Game Warden conducted an inspection of a boat 

on (Cardinal Direction) shore of (Lake Name). The Game Warden reported that the inspection revealed that the crew of 

(International Country) Nationals may have assisted in the infiltration of a foreign national of (Ethnicity) descent ad that (Large 

#) feet of gill net was confiscated at (Geographic Coordinates). (Ethnicity) subjects and their disposition are included in the 

report. They picked up the individual in (Municipality within International State) and s/he paid the fishermen ($ Amount) in 

small bills. Subjects stated the individuals they brought into the U.S. carried only a cloth bag and that s/he walked off in an 

(Cardinal Direction) direction after asking how to get to Route (#) and then on to (City). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0093-01 Wednesday- 13:00 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) White Noise 1/13

A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department Marine Unit encountered a fast-boat 

struggling under power and blowing black smoke without running lights 

approximately (#) nautical miles (Cardinal Direction) of the coast at (Geographic 

Coordinates). Occupants were to USC with proper registration, insurance, permits, 

and safety equipment. Operator was issued a warning citation for operating without 

navigational lights. (State) PWD provided (#) gallons of gasoline. After cleaning 

the fuel filter and using gasoline provided, the operator was able to get underway 

with no mechanical difficulties.

Enter report into (State) Map and file a formal report. The (State) Map entry triggers BSOC to develop an OBS Daily Summary 

comment.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department Marine Unit encountered a fast-boat struggling 

under power and blowing black smoke without running lights approximately (#) nautical miles (Cardinal Direction) of the 

coast at (Geographic Coordinates). Occupants were to USC with proper registration, insurance, permits, and safety 

equipment. Operator was issued a warning citation for operating without navigational lights. (State) PWD provided (#) 

gallons of gasoline. After cleaning the fuel filter and using gasoline provided, the operator was able to get underway with no 

mechanical difficulties. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0090-02 Wednesday- 14:00 Border Sectors Web site (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) White Noise 13

Rancher reports that s/he came across a camp site on the (Time of Day) of (Day) 

(Month) where illegals normally spend the night while moving (Cardinal Direction). 

This is not unusual, but this time s/he found several documents in a foreign 

language that s/he didn't recognize. S/He also found a book in the same language. 

When s/he showed it to her/his local (Religiously Ordained Individual), the 

(Religiously Ordained Individual) said it was a (Religious Text).

DPS passes info to BSOC who passes it to all members of Border Star.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Rancher reports that s/he came across a camp site on the (Time of Day) of (Day) (Month) 

where illegals normally spend the night while moving (Cardinal Direction). This is not unusual, but this time s/he found 

several documents in a foreign language that s/he didn't recognize. S/He also found a book in the same language. When s/he 

showed it to her/his local (Religiously Ordained Individual), the (Religiously Ordained Individual) said it was a (Religious 

Text). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
480002-03 Wednesday- 1:00 (Con) White Noise: Possible attack on a 

hospital in (State) e-mail Private Citizen DHS / Office of Infrastructure Protection (OIP) White Noise 2/5/8 A building manager contacts the NICC to inform them of a possible attack of a hospital in (City). The building manager was informed by one of his tenants. DHS investigates the threats and shares information with the private sector. DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (City) (Educational Institute) and (Name of Branch of Medical Care) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name); I’m calling to report a possible attack on a hospital in (State). I work 

with a (Gender) named (Name #2), her/his business, (Name of Branch of Medical Care), is a lessee in my building. 

Speaking with her/him yesterday s/he seemed extremely concerned about a run-in s/he had with a couple (Gender) at a charity 

event. S/He said while speaking with (#) (Respectful Synonym for s Gender) a discussion of healthcare arose, which soon 

sparked a politically charged discussion focusing on the hospitals in this country. One of the (Respectful Synonym for a 

Gender) s/he was speaking to was visibly angry at this conversation and eventually remarked “I can’t wait to see what happens 

to (State Residents) when their hospitals are no longer functioning.” This struck him as very odd that the term “when” was 

used to make his statement. I wouldn’t be calling about this if I wasn’t extremely put-off, but knowing Dr. (Name #2) , I took this 

as gospel. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address), (City), (State) (Zip Code) Education: (Level of Achieved Education), 

(Educational Institute) Employment: (Job Position) DISCLAIMER: (Street Address), (City) (Educational Institute) and (Name 

of Branch of Medical Care) are all fictitious organizations used for exercise purposes.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

TX0081-04 Wednesday- 13:15 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) & (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Infiltration e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13

A DPS patrol on State Highway (Highway #), (Distance) (Cardinal Direction) of 

(City) in (County) identifies (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) 

(Vehicle Type) (Vehicle), (State) license plates number (License Plate ID) coming 

off a dirt road from the (Cardinal Direction) and now traveling (Cardinal Direction 

#2). Trooper suspected vehicle was carrying illegal aliens and had used the dirt 

road to avoid the periodic border patrol checkpoint (Cardinal Direction) of (City). 

When trooper attempted to pull the car over, it sped away. Trooper pursued; however 

encountered a flat tire and lost contact with the with the vehicle. Vehicle was 

carrying what appeared to be (#) (Ethnicity) (Gender).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A DPS Patrol on State Highway (Highway #), (Distance) (Cardinal Direction) of (City) in 

(County) identifies (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type) (Vehicle), (State) license plates number 

(License Plate ID) coming off a dirt road from the (Cardinal Direction) and now traveling (Cardinal Direction #2). Trooper 

suspected vehicle was carrying illegal aliens and had used the dirt road to avoid the periodic Border patrol checkpoint 

(Cardinal Direction) of (City). When Trooper attempted to pull the car over, it sped away. Trooper pursued; however 

encountered a flat tire and lost contact with the with the vehicle. Vehicle was carrying what appeared to be (#) (Ethnicity) 

(Gender). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0081-05 Wednesday- 17:30 (Applicable Terrorist Cell) & (Applicable 

Terrorist Cell) Infiltration e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13

(City), (State) PD locates the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) 

"Super-duty" (Vehicle Type), (State) plates, (License Plate ID). Vehicle has been 

abandoned in the (Retail Establishment), (Street Address),(City), (State) . Attention 

was called to the car when the doors were left open and no one answered the call 

from the (Retail Establishment) about the doors being open. The vehicle is clean 

with nothing left behind except a map with two points marked on it - one that is a park 

in (City #2), (State) and the other that is a point on the river across from 

(International City), (Bordering International Country).

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (City), (State) PD locates the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) "Superduty" (Vehicle Type), (State) plates, (License Plate ID). Vehicle has been abandoned in the (Retail Establishment), (Street 

Address), (City), (State) . Attention was called to the car when the doors were left open and no one answered the call from the 

(Retail Establishment) about the doors being open. The vehicle is clean with nothing left behind except several (Religion) 

Fundamentalist literature pamphlets including one called a "Call to Violent Action". Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0091-03 Tuesday- 15:00 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) White Noise 15/13/5

A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department game warden conducted an inspection of a 

boat on (Cardinal Direction) shore of Lake (Lake Name). The game warden 

reported that the inspection revealed that the crew of (International Country) 

nationals may have assisted in the infiltration of (#) foreign national(s) who spoke 

little English. (Ethnicity) subjects and their disposition are included in report. 

Subjects stated they carried large cloth bags and that they walked off in an (Cardinal 

Direction) direction.

Enter report into (State) Map and file a formal report. The (State) Map entry triggers BSOC to develop an OBS Daily Summary 

comment.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (State) Parks and Wildlife Department Game Warden conducted an inspection of a boat 

on (Cardinal Direction) shore of Lake (Lake Name). The Game Warden reported that the inspection revealed that the crew of 

(International Country) nationals may have assisted in the infiltration of (#) foreign national(s) who spoke little English. 

(Ethnicity) subjects and their disposition are included in report. Subjects stated they carried large cloth bags and that they 

walked off in an (Cardinal Direction) direction. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

960001-02 Tuesday- 16:20 An unidentified intelligence source confirms 

threat is credible. VNN Virtual News Network (VNN) Virtual News Network (VNN) 15

An unidentified intelligence source confirms with VNN that the videotape originally 

aired on (Name of International News Channel) TV at (Time) (Time Zone) (Day of 

the Week), (Month) (Day), (Year) was produced by (Terrorist Organization) and 

that the threat is credible

VNN Live will air a clip of the video.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** An unidentified intelligence source confirms with VNN that the videotape originally aired 

on (Name of International News Channel) TV at (Time) (Time Zone) (Day of the Week), (Month) (Day), (Year) was produced 

by (Terrorist Organization) and that the threat is credible. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0090-04 Monday- 19:45 Border Sectors Fax (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym] FC) White Noise 15/5

While interrogating a truck driver who had been apprehended for smuggling illegal 

drugs and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that s/he had been contacted by 

members of the (Criminal Organization) drug cartel to conduct a special mission to 

smuggle up to (#) individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from 

his normal missions because (Criminal Organization) wanted her/him to carry only 

these (#) and not the usual (Larger #) that s/he carries. They also asked her/him to 

drive them on her/his normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (U.S. Highway) S/He 

turned down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted the (#) 

individuals transported to (City #2). The driver would have lost (#) days of 

smuggling and the compensation did not make up for it. S/He was being asked to 

execute the operations on (Day) (Month).

CBP passes to JOIC who, in turn, passes it to the BSOC. CBP also passes document to the appropriate entities.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** While interrogating a truck driver who had been apprehended for smuggling illegal drugs 

and aliens into the U.S., it became apparent that s/he had been contacted by members of the (Criminal Organization) drug 

cartel to conduct a special mission to smuggle up to (#) individuals into the U.S. This operation would be different from his 

normal missions because (Criminal Organization) wanted her/him to carry only these (#) and not the usual (Larger #) that 

s/he carries. They also asked her/him to drive them on her/his normal route: into U.S. at (City) and up (U.S. Highway) S/He 

turned down the job because (Criminal Organization) then wanted the (#) individuals transported to (City #2). The driver 

would have lost (#) days of smuggling and the compensation did not make up for it. S/He was being asked to execute the 

operations on (Day) (Month). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0076-04 Tuesday- 13:50 Weapons Development e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Department of Public Safety White Noise 13/10/15/5

(Municipality) sheriff calls the DPS to report and to ask for help in the investigation 

of the theft of over (Large Weight) of explosives used daily to dislodge stone used in 

home building. The explosives was stored in a bunker on the (Quarry Name)'s 

property in (County). The bunker is under 24 hour surveillance by CCTV, however 

no alarm was sounded when the robbery took place. There are CCTV recordings of 

the robbers available for review. Additionally, there is also a missing security guard 

who was on duty last evening. manning the control center and the other (#) guards 

were found unconscious and locked in a closet this morning.

DPS dispatches DPS/(State) rangers to investigate and makes appropriate notifications.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff calls the DPS to report and to ask for help in the investigation of the 

theft of over (Large Weight) of explosives used daily to dislodge stone used in home building. The explosives was stored in a 

bunker on the (Quarry Name)'s property in (County). The bunker is under 24 hour surveillance by CCTV, however no alarm 

was sounded when the robbery took place. There are CCTV recordings of the robbers available for review. Additionally, there 

is also a missing security guard who was on duty last evening. manning the control center and the other (#) guards were 

found unconscious and locked in a closet this morning. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-11 Thursday- 23:45 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 10/5 FBI requested to assist in surveillance of the vehicle and warehouse building. Surveillance maintained on the vehicle and information collected of the building and the vehicles inside the fenced in area.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Player Name), I just got a call from our detective’s section that is on a surveillance of a 

warehouse building. Here is the situation so far: (Municipality) SO is currently at (Street Address) regarding the complaint of 

the strong diesel smell. Deputy (Name) arrived at (Time) and has made contact with the complainant, (Complainant's Name). 

While talking with (Complainant's Name), Deputy (Name) noticed a strong odor of diesel emanating from across the street. 

The Deputy (Name) followed the odor across the street to a warehouse building with no visual address; however, s/he advised 

dispatch that s/he believes the address is (Street Address #2) Deputy (Name) knocked on the door but there was no answer. 

S/He then noticed several vehicles parked near the front of the warehouse building and several (Size) delivery type trucks in 

the fenced-in area. The vehicles’ license plates were provided to dispatch to locate an owner to call about the diesel spill 

inside the warehouse building. Dispatch advised that the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle), (State), (License Plate 

ID), a (Vehicle Color #2) (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model) (State) (License Plate ID #2) and a (Vehicle Color #3) (Vehicle 

Make #2) (Vehicle Model #2), (State), (License Plate ID #3), the (Vehicle Make #2) (Vehicle Model #2) returned a Terrorist 

Screening Center Hit (simulated hit). (Municipality) SO Detectives are enroute to relieve Deputy (Name) and to maintain 

surveillance on the vehicles and warehouse building. Detectives will be stationed in the parking lot of the (Block #) block of 

(Street Name) observing in-coming and out-going vehicles. Our detectives are requesting FBI assistance to supplement 

surveillance. Thanks, (Player Name) Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3000-01 Thursday- 23:59 (City) Warehouse e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) Fusion Center ([State Acronym]FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 13/10/5

(Municipality) PD, DPS, and FBI officers onscene at (Street Address) warehouse 

report: Obvious scene of a terrorist bomb making cell. HAZMAT onscene provides 

preliminary positive for (Chemical Compound) on floor and other places within area. 

Several bags of (Chemical Compound) and (#) drums of diesel remain in 

warehouse. An (Trailer Length) trailer with (State #2) plates is also parked inside. 

(Chemical Compound) and diesel residue inside. Labels from (Type of Plastic 

Explosives) explosives are everywhere. They seem to match those from the (Quarry 

Name). Several boxes of “hobby” blasting caps and detonation cord left in refuse 

containers. One septic vacuum truck is found – (State) LP: (License Plate ID). Has 

logo for (Waste Transport Service Company) on the doors. Truck is in good 

condition. Also, evidence of a (Boat Type) boat in the form of assembly instructions. 

No other information at this time. Crime lab is en route.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***(Municipality) PD, DPS, and FBI officers onscene at (Street Address) warehouse report: 

Obvious scene of a terrorist bomb making cell. HAZMAT onscene provides preliminary positive for (Chemical Compound) on 

floor and other places within area. Several bags of (Chemical Compound) and (#) drums of diesel remain in warehouse. An 

(Trailer Length) trailer with (State #2) plates is also parked inside. (Chemical Compound) and diesel residue inside. Labels 

from (Type of Plastic Explosives) explosives are everywhere. They seem to match those from the (Quarry Name). Several 

boxes of “hobby” blasting caps and detonation cord left in refuse containers. One Septic Vacuum truck is found – (State) LP: 

(License Plate ID). Has logo for (Waste Transport Service Company) on the doors. Truck is in good condition. Also evidence 

of a (Boat Type) boat in the form of assembly instructions. No other information at this time. Crime lab is in route *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

3000-05 Friday- 14:15 Vehicular Born Improvised Explosive Device 

(VBIED) Discovery e-mail (City) Fusion Center (City) Fusion Center (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat Information 13/2

(Municipality) Sheriff reports that several fishermen returning from a night of 

fishing report a (Boat Type) boat moored to a tree in (Park Name) Park in (County). 

Boat is filled with boxes that are connected by electrical wires and has no room for 

fishermen. Individuals who put boat into water yesterday were still there sleeping in 

the (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type) they used. 

Individual on a cell phone says the owners of the boat and the boat are still there 

now.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) Sheriff reports that several fishermen returning from a night of fishing 

report a (Boat Type) boat moored to a tree in (Park Name) Park in (County). Boat is filled with boxes that are connected by 

electrical wires and has no room for fishermen. Individuals who put boat into water yesterday were still there sleeping in the 

(Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Type) they used. Individual on a cell phone says the owners of the 

boat and the boat are still there now. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-13 Thursday- 0:05 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/5

UPDATE on 0015: (State) SP/CIU have observed the following: Four (Gender), two 

(Race) (one app. [Weight], [Height] w/ [Hair Color] hair & the second app. [Weight], 

[Height] w/ [Hair Color] hair), one (Ethnicity) (app. [Weight], [Height]) and one 

(Ethnicity #2) (app. [Weight], [Height]), exited the warehouse building and started 

unloading the contents of the (#) trucks into the warehouse. The (#) truck’s contents 

appear to be large (Color)/(Color) plastic barrels. The barrel’s contents are 

unknown at this time; however, is synonymous with chemical containers. Once they 

completed the unloading, they reentered the warehouse building.

Surveillance continues.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: (State) SP / CIU have observed the following: Four (Gender), two 

(Race) (one app. [Weight], [Height] w/ [Hair Color] hair & the second app. [Weight], [Height] w/ [Hair Color] hair), one 

(Ethnicity) (app. [Weight], [Height]) and one (Ethnicity #2) (app. [Weight], [Height]), exited the warehouse building and started 

unloading the contents of the (#) trucks into the warehouse. The (#) truck’s contents appear to be large (Color)/(Color) 

plastic barrels. The barrel’s contents are unknown at this time; however, is synonymous with chemical containers. Once they 

completed the unloading, they reentered the warehouse building.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-17 Friday- 20:30 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/5

UPDATE on 0015: From a rear observation point of the (Street Address) warehouse 

building, (Municipality) SO Detectives have observed a (Size) truck’s rear rollup 

door being opened by a (Ethnicity) (Gender). Once the rear door was opened, the 

detectives observed several (Color) and (Color) poly drums stored within the truck. 

The (Ethnicity) (Gender) stepped into the rear of the truck and then closed the door. 

Approximately (Period of Time) later the rear door opened and the (Ethnicity) 

(Gender) exited, closing the rear door and then entered the back door of the 

warehouse building.

Investigators research the rental record and driver information.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: From a rear observation point of the (Street Address) warehouse 

building, (Municipality) SO Detectives have observed a (Size) truck’s rear rollup door being opened by a (Ethnicity) 

(Gender). Once the rear door was opened, the detectives observed several (Color) and (Color) poly drums stored within the 

truck. The (Ethnicity) (Gender) stepped into the rear of the truck and then closed the door. Approximately (Period of Time) 

later the rear door opened and the (Ethnicity) (Gender) exited, closing the rear door and then entered the back door of the 

warehouse building. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-12 Thursday- 21:50 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 13/5

UPDATE on 0015: (#) additional, unidentified (Gender) have been observed at 

(Street Address) by FBI surveillance agents. The unidentified (Gender) appear to of 

(Ethnicity) and (Ethnicity #2) decent. The unidentified (Gender) were observed 

exiting the warehouse building and checking the (#) large delivery trucks. After 

several minutes of checking the trucks and the warehouse building area, the (#) 

(Gender) reentered the warehouse building.

Surveillance continues.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: (#) additional, unidentified (Gender) have been observed at (Street 

Address) by FBI surveillance agents. The unidentified (Gender) appear to of (Ethnicity) and (Ethnicity #2) decent. The 

unidentified (Gender) were observed exiting the warehouse building and checking the (#) large delivery trucks. After several 

minutes of checking the trucks and the warehouse building area, the (#) (Gender) reentered the warehouse building. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0015-14 Thursday- 1:35 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 5

UPDATE on 0015: The (#) (Gender) exited the warehouse building, backed-up the 

(#) water tank trucks to the building’s loading dock and have filled the trucks with an 

unknown substance

Surveillance continues.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on 0015: The (#) (Gender) exited the warehouse building, backed-up the (#) 

water tank trucks to the building’s loading dock and have filled the trucks with an unknown substance. *** EXERCISE *** 

EXERCISE ***

0015-19 Thursday- 13:00 Diesel Odor/Spill e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) 5

UPDATE on LA0015: (State) Police Counter Intelligence Unit (Municipality) 

advises that the lead onscene agency, FBI, has received a “no-knock,” anytime 

search warrant for vehicles and the structure located at (Street Name). The 

decision has been made by all onscene law enforcement agencies to serve the 

warrant within the (Period of Time). There will be notification when there is a code 

(#)

Search warrant, take down of subjects.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** UPDATE on LA0015: (State) Police Counter Intelligence Unit (Municipality) advises that 

the lead onscene agency, FBI, has received a “no-knock,” anytime search warrant for vehicles and the structure located at 

(Street). The decision has been made by all onscene law enforcement agencies to serve the warrant within the (Period of 

Time). There will be notification when there is a code (#). *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-02 Tuesday- 18:00 Illegal Gun Purchase/Recruitment e-mail (State) (FC) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD interviews the suspect who reportedly attempted to purchase 

firearms from a (City) (Store) using false identification. The suspect finally admitted 

to the attempted illegal purchase and identified herself/himself as (Name) of (City). 

S/He also revealed s/he was offered cash and drugs by a neighborhood 

acquaintance if s/he purchased and delivered (Gun Type) and (Gun Type #2). S/He 

identified the neighborhood acquaintance as (Name #2).

(Municipality) PD runs a check on (Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD interviews the suspect who reportedly attempted to purchase firearms 

from a (City) (Store) using false identification. The suspect finally admitted to the attempted illegal purchase and identified 

her/himself as (Name) of (City). S/He also revealed s/he was offered cash and drugs by a neighborhood acquaintance if s/he 

purchased and delivered (Gun Type) and (Gun Type #2). S/He identified the neighborhood acquaintance as (Name #2). Do 

not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

480016 Wednesday- 14:30 White Noise: Possible attack on a Defense 

Industrial Base facility in (City), (State) Telephone Private Sector (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

A security guard from a defense industrial base facility in (City), (State) notices a 

strange vehicle investigating their facility. The security guard contacts the (State) 

(FC). 

(State) (FC) investigates further and pushes the information vertically to national agencies.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** My name is (Name), I am at a security guard at the ________ facility here in (City). On my 

way in this morning I noticed a (Vehicle Color) (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model), probably (Vehicle Year Made), sitting on a 

side street adjacent to our facility with the driver conducting what I thought to be surveillance activities of our facility. I noticed 

about (#) hours into my shift that the car hadn’t moved, so I walked out to the vehicle to make initial contact and see what the 

driver needed. When I approached, s/he obviously knew I was coming to talk to her/him, and s/he sped off. I was able to see the 

individual’s face but I was unable to talk to her/him. He appeared to be a (International Country) (Gender), with (Hair Color) 

hair and (Eye Color) eyes. The tag on the vehicle appeared to be a (State) Tag, with the tag number being (Tag #). Later in 

my shift I noticed the exact same vehicle on a different side street, when I walked to my car, the vehicle was gone. I am afraid 

that my facility may be the target of a potential threat. Name: (Name) Address: (Street Address), (City), (State). Contact the 

(State) (FC) (Phone Number) (E-mail address) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0014-06 Monday- 22:40 Stolen Fertilizer e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Threat 

Information 13/15

Auto theft investigation indicates that the (Tire Make) tires are sold on the current 

year model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) trucks. The detective searches all 

(Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) trucks for leads.

The (State) (FC) prepares a request for all partners to search their files for (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) trucks. An additional PSA 

is sent with new information of the theft that the suspects may be driving a current model (Vehicle Model). The local (vehicle Make) 

dealers are contacted to request information of (Vehicle Model) purchased.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Auto theft investigation indicates that the (Tire Make) tires are sold on the current year 

model (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) trucks. The detective searches all (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) trucks for leads. 

(Date) (Time), (Municipality) PD Auto Theft is assisting in the investigation and contacting the local (National Car Rental), 

(Trailer Company) and other truck rental agencies to check on the make and model of the trucks in their inventory available for 

rent. (City) Auto theft is assisting in the investigation and they will contact truck rental agencies to check on the make and 

model of the trucks in their inventory available for rental. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

1022-01 Wednesday- 18:00 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 12/5

A set of keys and a three-ring binder containing lock codes to (City) Natural Gas 

Pipeline pumping/compressor stations, gate locks and building locks were taken 

from a marked (City) Natural Gas Pipeline Company truck. No other items were 

disturbed or taken. An employee related that the keys fit the locks of tool boxes, 

vehicles and the like, but the three-ring binder has lock codes for the (City) Natural 

Gas Pipeline compressor stations, gate locks and building locks. S/He said further 

that there are so many business and personal code numbers to remember these 

days, that writing them down is the only way s/he can remember what they are.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A set of keys and a three ring binder containing lock codes to (City) Natural Gas Pipeline 

pumping/compressor stations, gate locks and building locks were taken from a marked (City) Natural Gas Pipeline Company 

truck. No other items were disturbed or taken. An employee related that the keys fit the locks of tool boxes, vehicles and the like, 

but the three-ring binder has lock codes for the (City) Natural Gas Pipeline compressor stations, gate locks and building 

locks. S/He said further that there are so many business and personal code numbers to remember these days, that writing 

them down is the only way s/he can remember what they are. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1028 Tuesday- 22:32 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/2

A Deputy with the (Municipality) Sheriff's Office was approached by a citizen 

indicating that they overheard a group of (Genders) talking about a "test explosion" 

and where they might do it to avoid law enforcement. The conversation was 

overheard at the (Eating Establishment) at (Street Address), (City), (State). They 

were described as dark-skinned (Gender), in their (Age Range), with no further 

description. The citizen does not want to be involved any further.

Analysts should assess info in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***A Deputy with the (Municipality) Sheriff's Office was approached by a citizen indicating that 

they overheard a group of (Gender) talking about a "test explosion" and where they might do it to avoid law enforcement. The 

conversation was overheard at the (Eating Establishment) at (Street Address) (City), (State). They were described as darkskinned (Gender), in their (Age Range), with no further description. The citizen does not want to be involved any further. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0031-01 Tuesday- 17:45 (International Energy Company) Target e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) FC 13

An official from a (State) General Land Office reported one of their monitoring 

vehicles is missing from a storage yard in (City). After an exhaustive search, they 

have determined that the vehicle, a (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) (Vehicle Color) 

(State) (License Plate ID) was stolen.

Information should be vetted, analyzed, and passed to the appropriate organizations.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** A (State) General Land Office reported one of their monitoring vehicles is missing from a 

storage yard in (City). After an exhaustive search, they have determined that the vehicle, a (Vehicle Make) (Vehicle Model) 

(Vehicle Color) (State) (License Plate ID) was stolen. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE 

*** EXERCISE ***

1040 Thursday- 15:40 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 15

There have been reports coming out of (International Country) that claim it will be 

more difficult to interrupt planned bomb attacks in Region (#) as planning over the 

internet and phones has decreased. Groups are taking a more primitive approach by 

using face-to face meetings and plans will either be transferred by word of mouth or 

written by hand in code.

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** There have been reports coming out of (International Country) that claim it will be more 

difficult to interrupt planned bomb attacks in Region (#) as planning over the internet and phones has decreased. Groups are 

taking a more primitive approach by using face-to face meetings and plans will either be transferred by word of mouth or 

written by hand in code. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

1044 Thursday- 17:15 (State) White Noise Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13/5

Anonymous gang member confidentially reported to (Municipality) police that an 

(Ethnic) individual approached her/him and other gang members asking if they 

would assist them in acquiring supplies, etc. to carry out a terrorist attack. No 

further information provided

FC analyst will handle report in accordance with SOP.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Anonymous gang member confidentially reported to (Municipality) police that an (Ethnic) 

individual approached her/him and other gang members asking if they would assist them in acquiring supplies, etc. to carry 

out a terrorist attack. No further information provided. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0004-06 Wednesday- 14:00 (Interstate) Traffic Stop e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

(State) FC confirms subject's association with the (City) gang known as the (Gang 

Name). (State) (FC) analysts also suggests the (Gang Name) have limited ties to 

the (Name)

(State) (FC) notifies the Organized Crime Division of the (State) State Police of the suspect's ties with (Name).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) FC confirms subject's association with the (City) gang known as the (Gang 

Name). (State) (FC) analysts also suggests the (Gang Name) have limited ties to the (Name).Do not reply to this e-mail. *** 

EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005 Tuesday- 13:40 Forced Prostitution & Human Trafficking e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

(Municipality) PD receives numerous reports of a probable prostitution operation 

centered on a mobile home off (Interstate). The reports include statements from the 

manager and customers of a nearby filling station/convenience store, complaints 

filed by several vacationing families, and details from a long-haul trucker who was 

offered (Gender) sexual services for money by a (Gender) resident.

(Municipality) PD files for a warrant to search the mobile home for evidence of a prostitution operation.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (Municipality) PD receives numerous reports of a probable prostitution operation centered 

on a mobile home off (Interstate). The reports include statements from the manager and customers of a nearby filling 

station/convenience store, complaints filed by several vacationing families, and details from a long-haul trucker who was 

offered (Gender) sexual services for money by a (Gender) resident. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0006-03 Tuesday- 18:30 Illegal Gun Purchase/Recruitment e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) White Noise 13

Upon further questioning (Name) reveals s/he has already purchased several (Gun 

Type) and (Gun Type #2) from local dealers and turned them over to (Name). S/He 

provides additional information on (Name) and described her/him as a local street 

gang member with prior arrests for drug distribution and illegal weapons 

possession

(Municipality) PD investigators forward information on (Name) to the (State) (FC) and RFI more information on suspect from Bureau of 

Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE).

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Upon further questioning (Name) reveals s/he has already purchased several (Gun Type) 

and (Gun Type #2) from local dealers and turned them over to (Name #2). S/He provides additional information on (Name #2) 

and described her/him as a local street gang member with prior arrests for drug distribution and illegal weapons possession. 

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005 Tuesday- 13:01 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail Private Sector (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Threat 

Information 1/5

FYI: On (Date); in response to bulletins increasing the level of security awareness 

at the (Port Name) facility, security reported seeing (#) (Gender) on foot observing 

shift change operations between day and night shift on (Date) and (Date #2). The 

(Gender) were apparently photographing entrance and egress routes though the 

facility's security gates. The (Gender) departed quickly, still on foot, after being 

approached by security personnel. In addition, security cameras recorded (#) 

individuals photographing structures from varying orientation points on (Date #3). It 

could not be determined if these were the same (#) (Gender) observed on (Date) 

and (Date #2). 

(State) (FC) notified.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: On (Date); in response to bulletins increasing the level of security awareness at the 

(Port Name) facility, security reported seeing (#) (Gender) on foot observing shift change operations between day and night 

shift on (Date) and (Date #2). The (Gender) were apparently photographing entrance and egress routes though the facility's 

security gates. The (Gender) departed quickly, still on foot, after being approached by security personnel. In addition, security 

cameras recorded (#) individuals photographing structures from varying orientation points on (Date #3). It could not be 

determined if these were the same (#) (Gender) observed on (Date) and (Date #2). Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via 

other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-02 Tuesday- 17:20 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 1/2/5

A concerned citizen driving from (City) to (Port Name) on (Date) observed (#) 

(Gender) examining the security sensors surrounding the (Port Name) facility. The 

citizen thought it might be important since hearing about possible threats to (State) 

energy facilities similar to those conducted against foreign targets last month and 

sent the information via (State) (FC) SAR site and backed it up by calling 911.

Local law enforcement reports incident to the security director of the (Port Name) Port commission.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** .....(State) SP WEB01 COMPLAINT.....(State) SP WEBO1 COMPLAINT..... A concerned 

citizen driving from (City) to (Port Name) on (Date) observed (#) (Gender) examining the security sensors surrounding the 

Port (City) facility. The citizen thought it might be important since hearing about possible threats to (State) energy facilities 

similar to those conducted against foreign targets last month and sent the information via (State) (FC) SAR site and backed it 

up by calling 911. Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0005-03 Tuesday- 22:00 Suspicious Activity at (Port Name) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) Cell Threat 

Information 1/2/13/5

A dock worker at the (Port Name) facility notified security that he observed a power 

boat approach the facility on (Date). The boat approached from the (Coordinated 

Direction) into a sector that requires clearance. The boat was still about a (# 

Distance) away when it turned to the (Coordinated Direction) and headed toward 

(New Destination). The dock worker didn't think much of it at the time, but, after 

thinking about it, thought it might be important.

USCG notified.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** FYI: A dock worker at the (Port Name) facility notified security that he observed a power 

boat approach the facility on (Date). The boat approached from the (Coordinated Direction) into a sector that requires 

clearance. The boat was still about a (# Distance) away when it turned to the (Coordinated Direction) and headed toward 

(New Destination). The dock worker didn't think much of it at the time, but, after thinking about it, thought it might be important. 

Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

690011 Thursday- 18:50 (International Country) Consulate in (U.S. City) 

Voices Security Concerns e-mail Public Department of State (DOS) White Noise 15 The (International Country) Consulate in (City) is concerned about its security posture and requests assistance from DOS Diplomatic Security. Diplomatic Security takes appropriate action to respond to (International Country) Consulate's request for additional security.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** The (International Country) Consulate in (City) is concerned about its security posture and 

requests assistance from DOS Diplomatic Security. From: (International Country) Consulate (City) To: DOS Task Force 

Subj: Security Concerns at (International Country) Consulate in (City). The (International Country) government would like to 

request Department of State support to obtain additional security at our consulate in (City). With reports of terror threats to 

the (Region) of (International Country), the Consulate feels we have insufficient security staff to ensure the safety of our 

facility. Currently, our consulate is served by only periodic patrols by (City) police. We would like to have (# Range) law 

enforcement officers stationed outside our consulate during this period of heightened alert. The (International Country) 

government wishes to express its solidarity with the United States and its citizens and remains committed to fostering deep 

cultural, economic, and personal ties between our nations. Thank you, (Name) Do not reply to this e-mail; respond via other 

means. *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002 Wednesday- 16:30 (Suspected Terrorist) visit to (City) e-mail (State) VCC (Simulation) (State) (FC) (Applicable Terrorist Cell) CONUS Threat 

Information 15

(State) (FC) issues a statewide RFI for information on (Name), a (State) resident 

wanted for questioning regarding her/his possible involvement in an attempted theft 

of explosives from a (Coal Mine Name) in (Month) (Year). (State) (FC) provides 

data on (Last Name): (Drivers License #) (Date of Birth), (Eye Color) (Street 

Address) (City), (State) (Zip Code). (Municipality) SO receives the (State) (FC) 

RFI

(Municipality) SO runs a check on data received from (State) (FC)

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** (State) (FC) issues a statewide RFI for information on (Name), a (State) resident wanted 

for questioning regarding her/his possible involvement in an attempted theft of explosives from a (City) coal mine in (Month) 

(Year). (State) (FC) provides data on (Last Name): (Drivers License #) (Date of Birth), (Eye Color) (Street Address) (City), 

(State) (Zip Code). (Municipality) SO receives the (State) (FC) RFI.*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***

0002-03 Tuesday- 16:30 Warehouse Complaints Telephone (State) VCC (Simulation) (Municipality) PD (Applicable Terrorist Cell) CONUS Threat 

Information 10/5

Search identifies bomb-making materials, documents, electronic media, 

fingerprints, and other physical evidence. Interviews of potential witnesses are 

conducted, which resulted in several witnesses reporting one large truck left the 

warehouse on (Date)

Results of the investigation, which include interviews and search warrant findings, are provided to (Municipality) PD intelligence 

analysts.

*** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE *** Search identifies bomb making materials, documents, electronic media, fingerprints and 

physical evidence. Interviews of potential witnesses are conducted which resulted in several witnesses reporting one large 

truck left the warehouse during (Date) *** EXERCISE *** EXERCISE ***
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated) INJECTED BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

1 8:10 Event Controller/Hand 

Delivered

Start of Exercise (Cold Start) - A reported an (8.2) 

magnitude earthquake occurred just (Direction) of the 

(Geographic Location) approximately (#) miles 

(Direction) of (Specific Community)/(Time and 

Timezone) 

2 8:12 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15

Warning: Attn to (Specific 

Region); Watch: (Specific Region) 

to (Specific Region)

Bulletin #1: Preliminary magnitude (8.2); warning 

(Specific Region); estimated time of arrival (ETA) 

(Specific Community) (Time and Timezone).

3 8:12 Notification Phone State Warning Center SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

Emergency 

Services 

Coordinator 

(ESC)

13 (Individual's Name) will use call down list to 

advise key personnel.

This is (Name) at the (organization) calling to advise that 

there is a Tsunami Watch in effect for (Specific Region).

4 8:13 Notification Hand Delivered 

FAX

(Municipality) Office 

of Emergency 

Services (OES)

Controller

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

ESC

5 Key EOC personnel and Department Directors 

are put on alert.

A Tsunami Watch is in effect for (Location) and 

surrounding coastal areas. 

5 8:15

Emergency Alert 

System (EAS) 

Announcement

Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 15

EAS Announcement: Attention a reported (8.2) 

magnitude earthquake occurred at just south of the 

(Geographic Location) approximately (#) miles 

(Direction) of (Specific Community). A Tsunami Watch 

has been issued 

6 8:16 House Fire Phone Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 4

This is (Name) and my house has caught fire out on 

(Address). Please hurry, I am watching my entire life go 

up in flames. 

7 8:17 2nd Notification Phone Public SimCell Sheriff's 

Department 15 Prompt discussion/decision to set up a phone bank for Tsunami calls

(Numerous) calls are received from concerned citizens 

asking for more information

8 8:18 Media Inquiry Phone Media: (Call sign) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 15 PIO in EOC handles this issue and establishes contact with media for public information.

This is (Call sign) Radio Station. Can you confirm 

reports of possible Tsunami event? Please give us 

details 

9 8:19 Media Inquiry Phone

Media: (Local 

Newspaper) and 

(Local Newspaper)

SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 15 PIO in EOC handles this issue and establishes contact with media for public information.

(Local Newspaper) is calling to ask whether a Tsunami 

Watch has been issued. 

10 8:19 Media Inquiry Phone LP1 Station SimCell (County) OES 15

(Name) from (Call sign) Radio on the phone here, we 

just received a Tsunami Warning notification and are 

looking to get some details and what is going on. What 

can we do to help?

11 8:20 Evacuation Inquiry Phone Evacuation Inquiry SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 5

EOC Director and County Emergency 

Management keep elected officials up to date on 

activity

(Local Government) member asks if we are evacuating 

the town?

12 8:21 Evacuation Inquiry Phone Evacuation Inquiry SimCell (Indian Nation) 

Tribal police 6

Advise that the resort is in a dangerous zone, and 

evacuation is needed. Where they will advise them 

to send people needs to be identified.

This the (Owner/Manager) of the (Location) (Business), 

and we just heard a report on the weather station of a 

possible Tsunami event. Are we in danger?

13 8:23 Concerned Citizen Phone Ham radio operator SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

ESC

15 Give message to PIO to give citizen a script.

I just heard on my short wave (HAM) radio about an 

earthquake near (Location). Is there going to be a tidal 

wave like we had in the past. (Is there anyone I can contact 

for you with my HAM radio?)

14 8:27 Robbery Phone Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

(Name) here, and I am calling to report what appears to 

be a robbery going on across the street from me. I live on 

(Street) between (Street) and (Street). They appear to 

have broken in through the back window.

15 8:30 Concerned Parent Phone Concerned Parent SimCell (Indian Nation) 

Tribal police 13

Verify if possible that the kids are on a field trip 

there and make plans to have an (Indian Nation) 

officer sent to evacuate them. 

This is (Name) and I just heard on the news about an 

earthquake and possible tidal wave. My child is on a field 

trip today to (Geographic Reference)/(Geographic 

Reference) area. Is s/he in danger?

16 8:31 Concerned spouse Phone Concerned Spouse SimCell (Indian Nation) 

Tribal police 13 Advise that Tribal Police are evacuating the (Geographic Reference) areas. 

My husband and two boys went fishing this morning on 

the (River) near the ocean inlet. Are they in danger? Are 

the police notifying people who might be in danger?

17 8:32 Media Inquiry Phone

(Television News 

Information Channel) 

News

SimCell 

(Individual's 

Name) cell 

phone

15

This is (Reporter) from (Television News Information 

Channel) News and we just received a report of a 

possible Tsunami event. Can you provide us any further 

details? 

18 8:33 Media Inquiry Phone Channel (TV Channel 

Number) News SimCell (County) OES 15

This is (Reporter's Name) from Channel (TV Channel 

Number) News and we just received a report of a 

possible tsunami event. Can you provide us any details 

and let us know what we should do to help.

19 8:35 Media Inquiry Phone

Media: (Radio Station 

Call sign and 

Frequency)

SimCell 

(Municipality) 

Public 

Information 

Officer (PIO)

15

This is (Call sign) Radio Station. Can you confirm 

reports of possible Tsunami event? Is there anything we 

can do to help?

20 8:35 (Indian Nation) 

Rancheria Phone Rancheria Manager SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

Executive 

Steering 

Committee 

(ESC)

13

We are hearing about an earthquake near (Geographic 

Location). Is there going to be a tidal wave like we have 

had in the past? Do we need to evacuate to higher 

ground?

21 8:40 (School) Phone School Principal SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

ESC

13

This is principal (Name) at the (Name) Elementary 

School. We heard a news report of an earthquake and 

possible tidal wave. Is the school in any danger? Please 

keep us informed

22 8:42 Shelter Needs Phone American Red Cross SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 6 Liaison with Red Cross established. ARC is incorporated into evacuation planning effort.

Red Cross has arrived at the EOC and is asking for more 

information and instructions. Where and how many 

shelters are needed? 

23 8:46 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Bulletin #2: No change from first message.

24 N/A Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 15 It is expected that (County) OES will issue a 

reverse 9-1-1 notification. 

Once reverse 9-1-1 notification is 

issued, this inject can be 

submitted

Hi, this is (Name) and I just received a reverse 9-1-1 

notification call. What the heck is going on? Am I in 

danger?

25 N/A Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 15 It is expected that (County) OES will issue a 

reverse 9-1-1 notification. 

Once reverse 9-1-1 notification is 

issued, this inject can be 

submitted.

Hi, this is (Name) and I just received a reverse 9-1-1 

notification. I was wondered what is going on, what 

should I do?

26 8:55

(Indian Nation) Bed 

and Breakfast (B&B) 

manager

Phone (Indian Nation) B&B 

manager SimCell (Indian Nation) Tribal police 13

We have a lot of people staying at the campground who 

are asking us if they should move to higher ground. What 

should we tell them? 

27 8:57 Dispatch Inundated 

with calls Phone (Municipality) Sheriff Dispatch SimCell (Municipality) OES 2 Establishment of a phone bank is discussed to relieve dispatch on nonemergency calls.

Dispatcher advising that (Gender) is getting inundated 

with calls and can't keep up. Can we get some type of call 

center put together to help out? 

28 9:01 Governor's Chief of 

Staff Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 5

County board of supervisors received telephone call from 

Governor's Chief of staff who wants to be briefed on what 

is happening

29 9:04 Media Inquiry Phone Media: (Municipality) 

(Local Newspaper) SimCell (Municipality) PIO 15

(Name) with the (Newspaper ) calling. We heard a 

Tsunami Watch has been issued and citizens are 

beginning to evacuate? Can you give any more 

information?

30 9:06 Traffic Control Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name) and I am trying to evacuate to higher 

ground and there is a huge traffic jam at the intersection 

of (Street) and (Street). People are driving on the wrong 

side of the road to get to the (Major Highway), and I think 

there is an accident up ahead.

31 9:10 Media Briefings Phone

(Television News 

Information Channel) 

News

SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list, and establishes regular release schedule.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held?

32 9:10 Media Briefings Phone (Television News 

Information Channel) SimCell (Municipality) OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list and establishes regular release schedule.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held?

33 9:11 American Red Cross 

(ARC) Phone ARC SimCell (County) OES 6

Red Cross is wanting to know if we would like to activate 

our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) 

team members to help out with evacuation. 

34 9:15 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5

Warning: (Geographical 

Reference) to (Geographical 

Reference); Watch: (Geographical 

Reference) to (Geographical 

Reference)

Bulletin #3: Upgrade to (##) magnitude.

35 9:18

U.S. Coast Guard 

(USCG) Request for 

Assistance

Phone USCG SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name) and I work at (Marina) off of the (Major 

Highway). I need you to call the Coast Guard because (# 

Range) boat owners are trying to get their vessels out to 

deep ocean and the situation is getting out of hand fast. 

36 9:23 Health and Human 

Services (HHS) Simcell Health and Human Services SimCell (County) OES 8

This is the Health and Human Services Director calling 

to see if we should activate our employees as Disaster 

Service Workers?

37 9:30

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Officer

Police Radio 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Officer

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

ESC

13 Begin manual activation protocol. I'm at (Location) and the Tsunami Alert siren is not 

working. Do you want me to manually activate it?

38 9:31 Dispatch Needs to 

Evacuate Phone (Municipality) Sheriff Dispatch SimCell (Municipality) OES 13

Continuity of operations (COOP)/continuity of 

government (COG) is implemented for dispatch 

and other essential functions. 

Dispatcher advises that (Gender) is in the Tsunami 

Evacuation Zone; and if the event is upgraded to a 

Warning, Dispatcher will be leaving.

39 9:33 Media Inquiry Phone CNN SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15

This is (Name) from (Television News Information 

Channel) to inquire about any additional details you can 

provide on the reports of a possible Tsunami event that 

could affect your area. What can you tell me at this time?

40 9:35 Special Needs 

Population Phone Citizen SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office 1

(Name) here out on (Road) and I am going to need help 

moving my son. He is paralyzed and in a wheel chair. My 

husband is out and has the van we usually transport him 

in.

41 9:35

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Officer

Police Radio 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Officer

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

ESC

13

Police and Fire initiate broadcast in threatened 

areas, make door to door notification in remote 

areas

I activated the warning siren manually, and the alarm is 

sounding.

42 9:40 Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name), and I am calling to report a car accident I 

just saw on (Drive). I am not sure if anyone is injured. It 

looks serious though 

43 9:40 School Evacuation Phone School Principal SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 1

Advise that they should evacuate the school 

because of the isolation after the wave not the 

inundation.

(Name) Elementary School is calling and wants to know if 

they should shelter in place or move? If you want us to 

move, where do we go. We will need help with 

transportation

44 9:45 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5

Warning: (Geographical 

Reference) to (Geographical 

Reference); Watch: (Geographical 

Reference) to (Geographical 

Reference)

Bulletin #4: Tsunami Warning/first DART (Deep-ocean 

Assessment and Reporting of Tsunamis) 

measurement/Tsunami Confirmed. 

45 9:46 Mariner Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 10

Harbor Master: This is (Name), the Harbor Master at 

(County) (Harbor) letting you know that the Barge 

(Name) has been offloading diesel/petroleum products 

for about an hour. We are not sure if we will be able to 

get the barge out to sea before the Tsunami makes 

landfall 

46 9:48 Traffic Control Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

Hi, my name is (Name), and I would like to report a major 

traffic jam on (Street ) and the (Major Highway), near 

(Avenue). I haven’t moved in the last half hour, and I have 

a family of five. What should I do?

47 9:54 Communications Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name) from the (Municipality) Police 

Department, and I just wanted to let you know that I tried 

calling my family using my cell phone, and it appears that 

the lines might be jamming. Just thought I would give you 

a heads up. 

48 9:55 Media Inquiry Phone

Media: (Local 

Newspaper) and 

(Local Newspaper)

SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 15

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public.

This is the (Local Newspaper). What do citizens need to 

know about the status of drinkable water before the 

Tsunami hits?

49 9:55 Motel Evacuation Phone (Motel) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 1 Vulnerable populations are identified, and a plan is developed to assist people with special needs. 

(Motel) is calling, and they need three buses that have 

(Wheelchair) capabilities to get their people out. 

50 9:55 Assistance offered Phone (Transit Company) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 1 Available resources and shortfalls are identified. Mutual aid is requested for shortfalls. 

(Transit Company) is calling to offer their buses to the 

evacuation effort and asking for direction.

51 9:58 School Evacuation Phone (Municipality) County 

Schools SimCell (Municipality) OES 5 Evacuation plan is developed and shared with agencies and the public.

(Name), Superintendant of the Schools wants to know if 

(Gender) should evacuate (School) and (School)?

52 9:58 Sewer Plan Phone Sewer Plant SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 3

The state of public utilities are discussed, 

appropriate resources are requested to support 

operations, and safety messages are 

disseminated if necessary

Sewer plant is advising of problems. They feel they 

should shut it down. Employees leaving and nobody is 

staying to help put it back up. 

53 9:58 School Evacuation Phone School Administrator SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Send officer down to have the students evacuate 

the beach area. 

(Child Care Facility) is advising that they have students 

on a field trip today to (Geographic Area)/(Geographic 

Area) area. They cannot contact the group leader. What 

should they do? 

54 10:00 Blood Supplies Phone Hospital SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 8

The status of the community blood supply is 

discussed, and additional supplies are requested 

if needed.

(Hospital) has reported that they will be needing 

additional blood supplies. They should be good over the 

next several hours but see a potential issue over the next 

day or two 

54B 10:01 Media Inquiry Phone

(Television News 

Channel) News, 

Channel (TV Channel 

#)

SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15

My name is (Reporter). I'm calling from NBC news 

Channel (TV Channel #). Do you have any information or 

an updated status of the Tsunami Watch that was issued 

earlier? 

55 10:02 Shelter/Evacuation 

Instructions Phone (School) SimCell (Municipality) OES 6 & 1

Evacuation plan is developed and shared with 

agencies and the public. Additional resources 

are provided to support evacuations.

School is calling and wants to know if they should shelter 

in place or move? They would like buses sent to their 

location to help them evacuate.

56 10:02 Shelter/Evacuation 

Instructions Phone School Administrator SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 1 They should evacuate students with parents that 

live local and shelter in place for distant students. 

(Community College) is calling and wants to know if they 

should shelter in place or move? They will need help if 

required to evacuate

57 10:03 Communications Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 2

(Name) with (Municipality) Police Department: I am 

letting you know that several evacuees that I have talked to 

have been complaining about spotty cell service. Just 

making sure you knew 

58 10:05 Responder Families Phone First Responders SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 5 Plan is developed to support essential emergency personnel.

Emergency personnel are advising that they need 

somewhere for their children to go so that they can do 

their job 

59 10:05 Road closure Phone (State Public Safety) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Notify schools and command that they will have to 

shelter in place as highway is being closed. 

This is the (State Public Safety Organization). We are 

advising that (Major Highway) will be closed in 

anticipated Tsunami-affected areas. Currently the 

Highway is being closed from the (Municipality) 

(Geographic Location) to approximately (Distance) miles 

(Direction) of (Geographic Location). 

60 10:08 Resources Request Phone

(Municipality) 

Volunteer Fire 

Department

SimCell (County) OES 9

This is (Name) with the (Municipality) Volunteer Fire 

Department. I need help going door to door to warn 

elderly residents off of (Road) of the Tsunami. 

Assistance evacuating them would also be appreciated. 

61 10:10 Evacuation Phone (Motor Court Name) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name) at (Trailer Court), and I am having some 

issues with my tenants trying to pack everything up and 

leave. I don't think they will have enough time to move 

their trailers before the wave arrives. I have told them to 

get going, but they refuse. I don't know what to do. 

62 10:13 Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name), and there appears to be a car accident 

near my house. Everyone is trying to leave the trailer 

park, and it is getting pretty ugly. Someone needs to help 

manage the situation. We are located at (Street) and 

(Street) in (Municipality).

63 10:15

Community 

Emergency 

Response Teams 

(CERT) Available

Phone ARC SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 6 Integrate CERT-trained people into response efforts.

Red Cross is calling to alert (Municipality) OES that 

CERTs are available. Where can they be sent? How 

can they help? 

64 10:15 Local Politician Calls Phone Governor's Chief of 

Staff SimCell (Municipality) OES 5 Situation report developed in EOC and shared with appropriate people.

County board of supervisors received telephone call from 

Gov. Chief of staff wants to be briefed on what is 

happening?

65 10:15 CERTs Available Phone ARC SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 Integrate CERT-trained people into response 

efforts.

Red Cross is calling to alert (Indian Nation Municipality) 

EOC that CERTs are available. Where can they be 

sent? How can they help? 

66 10:16 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered WCATWC SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5

Warning: (Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location); Watch: 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location), Advisory: 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location) 

(Advisories in text for first time).

Bulletin #5: Warning: Tide gauge readings from 

(Geographic Location): (#) feet peak to trough 

(preliminary reading from first wave).

67 10:17 Inmate release Phone Attorney SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 Contingency plan developed for evacuation of jail. Attorney for one of the inmates is demanding that his client be evacuated or released.

68 10:19 Communications Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 2

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is officer (Name) with (Municipality) Police 

Department. I know the radio channels are inundated, but 

I can't get through to command with my cell phone for 

deployment orders

69 10:20 Road Status Phone (State DOT) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13

(State DOT) advises that Highway (Name) (Direction) 

and (Direction) is slow moving and that (#) ambulances 

have been sent out due to motor vehicle accidents. 

70 10:20 Road Status Phone (State DOT) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13

Disseminate information to (Indian Nation 

Municipality) Public Safety to advise they will not 

be evacuating and decide where to have people 

stay 

(State DOT) advises that Highway (Name) (Direction) 

and (Direction) is closed in anticipated Tsunami 

threatened areas by the (State Public Safety) and (State 

DOT) 

71 10:22 Special Needs 

Population Phone Citizen SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office 11

My name is (Name) out here right off (Geographic 

Location). I need your assistance big time. I have some 

prize winning livestock that are about ready to go to 

market. I can move them off the farm, but I am going to 

need a place to graze. Do you know where I can put them 

while we ride out the trouble?

72 10:25 Communications 

Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office 2

This is (Communications Company) letting you know that 

the landline phone system has overloaded due to call 

volume. We expect service will be sporadic for much of 

the day 

73 10:30 Media Inquiry Phone Media: (Radio Station 

Call sign) SimCell (Municipality) OES 15

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public

This is (Call sign) Radio Station. What do citizens need 

to know about the status of drinkable water before the 

Tsunami hits?

74 10:30 Animal Inquiry Phone Dispatch SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 11 Contingency plan is developed for evacuating pets and other animals.

Calls are coming in that people want to know what to do 

with their animals? They don't want to leave them behind. 

Is there an animal shelter opening also?

75 10:30 Campers asking for 

direction Phone

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Dispatch

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Identify locations to have campers shelter in 

place. 

We are getting numerous calls from campers who are 

trying to leave the area but Highway (Name) is closed 

both (Direction) and (Direction) of (Geographic 

Location) by the (State Public Safety). Where should we 

direct them to go?

76 10:31 Employee Overtime Fax City Personnel SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 7 Discussion on tracking employee time and documentation is needed for reimbursement. Questions arise about paying their employees overtime. 

77 10:32 Oxygen Shortages Phone (Hospital Name) 

Hospital SimCell (Municipality) OES 8 & 7

Vulnerable populations are identified, and a plan 

is developed to assist people with special needs. 

What resources are needed?

The hospital reports that people are showing up at the 

hospital to ask them to fill their oxygen bottles because 

they don't have spares for traveling and they need to 

evacuate. 

78 10:32 Fuel Shortage Phone (Fuel Station) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13

Shut down station for emergency vehicles, and 

advise roads are closed so people need to plan on 

sheltering in place.

(Service Station) is overwhelmed with customers trying to 

get fuel so they can leave the area. They are running out 

of fuel and (Fuel Distributor) is refusing to come into the 

area

79 10:34 Communications Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is Officer (Name) with (Municipality) Police 

Department. My cell phone is not functioning, can you 

please relay my coordinates? I am by (Road) and the 

(Geographic Location).

80 10:35 Road Status Phone (State DOT) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 Collect information and post in situation report. (State DOT) advising that (Road Name) Road is closing.

81 10:35 Road Status Phone (State DOT) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13

Send environmental to work with (State 

Department of Transportation [DOT]) on HazMat 

incident. 

(State DOT) advises that there is a traffic accident at 

Highway (Name) and Highway (Name) involving an 

overturned truck and horse trailer loaded with (#) horses. 

Diesel fuel from the truck has spilled across the roadway. 

Traffic is completely blocked.

82 10:36 Equipment Request Phone (Municipality) Fire 

Department SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 7

Vulnerable populations are identified, and a plan 

is developed to assist people with special needs. 

What resources are needed?

(Municipality) Fire Department requests oxygen tanks for 

elderly patients who want to travel out of the area.

83 10:37 Media Inquiry Phone (Television News 

Channel) News SimCell (Municipality) County PIO 15

This is (Reporter) from (News Affiliate) News. Should we 

be advising citizens to evacuate? Could you give me an 

update on the Tsunami and any information that we could 

pass on to concerned citizens? 

84 10:38 Homeless Phone (National Grocery 

Chain Store) SimCell (Municipality) OES 6 & 1

Evacuation plan is developed with collection 

points, and free transportation is available for 

those without the means to evacuate. 

(Food Store) reports that they have (#) homeless people 

that are at the store and requesting transportation to the 

closest shelter. 

85 10:40 (Hostel) Phone

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Dispatch

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 Identify shelter sites as roads are closed. Do we 

have supplies to shelter them in the plan?

We have (#) people registered. Should we evacuate, and 

where should we go?

86 10:42 Resources Request Phone

(Municipality) 

Volunteer Fire 

Department

SimCell (County) OES 9

This is (Name) with (Municipality) Volunteer Fire 

District, and I need assistance evacuating citizens stuck 

off of (Road)

87 10:45 Set up of Barriers Phone Road Department SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate resource assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

County road crews need help setting up barriers. We 

need more people!!

88 10:45 Evacuation 

Enforcement Phone Sheriff/Police SimCell (Municipality) OES 13

The issued is discussed and appropriate action is 

taken per the county Emergency Operations Plan 

(EOP)

Sheriff's Department reports people are refusing to leave 

their homes. Should we enforce evacuation order?

89 10:45 Lost Child Phone Public SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 6 Child Protective Services is notified for temporary shelter and reunification with the child's family. 

I have found a lost child and (Gender) doesn't know where 

(Gender) parents are. Where should I take (Gender)?

90 10:45 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Bulletin #6: No change from Message 5.

91 10:45 Road Status Phone (Municipality) Fire 

Department SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

10 Identify sites to evacuate campers and shelter 

locations.

We will need some help clearing the road and cleaning 

up the diesel spill. Highway (Name) is backing up with 

recreational vehicles attempting to move from the beach 

areas to higher ground. When the road is clear, where do 

we direct them to go?

92 10:46 Boat Evacuation Phone Harbor SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 The harbor reports that numerous boats are trying to leave the harbor

93 10:47 Equipment Request Fax (Municipality) city 

police. SimCell (Municipality) OES 7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate resource assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

(Municipality) City Police are requesting more barriers. 

They have run out. 

94 10:47 Media Briefings Phone Media: (Radio Station 

Call sign) SimCell (Municipality) OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list, and establishes regular release schedule.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held?

95 10:47 Media Briefings Phone Media: (Radio 

Station Call sign) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

15 PIO provides media statement to (Station Call 

sign) with shelter locations.

Has a news release been distributed advising fisherman 

and campers of the danger and where they should go for 

safety? Will the Tribe need to request outside 

assistance. We understand you have a group of children 

from Head Start that are on a field trip that are still 

unaccounted for.

96 10:48 Injured Horses Phone (Jurisdiction) Fire 

Department SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

11 Planning for animals in roadway. One of the horses in the accident has a broken leg; the 

other two are standing uncontrolled at the scene.

97 10:52 Traffic Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13

This is (Name) from (State DOT) informing you that 

(State Public Safety) has established traffic control on 

Highway (Name) in these the following places in 

(County): (Geographic Location 1), (Geographic 

Location 2), and (Geographic Location 3). 

98 10:56 Boat Evacuation Phone USCG SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

15 Operation plan for Tribal Police to evacuate the 

river.

This is the USCG calling to advise that there is a small 

craft advisory for all water craft on the (River) in and 

around the (Geographic Location) area. It is 

recommended that small watercraft be removed from the 

river and taken to higher ground.

99 10:58 Evacuation Phone (Trailer Court) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name), owner of the (Trailer Court) Court off 

(Drive). Everybody has been notified of the Tsunami 

Warning, but I have a couple of people who are refusing 

to leave. They swear it’s a false alarm!

100 11:00 9-1-1 calls Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell Sheriff's 

Department 13

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public

Numerous calls are coming in asking about safety of 

homes if they evacuate? Have evacuation orders been 

made?

101 11:00 Boat Evacuation Phone Harbor SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 9 Situation report (SitRep) is developed in EOC and shared with appropriate people.

The harbor reports that they have a rescue operation 

going because one boat has collided with another and 

has caused some damage

102 11:00 Concerned 

Residents Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Determine homes that need to evacuate, plan for 

evacuation, and disseminate information.

Numerous calls are coming in asking about safety of 

homes and businesses in the inundation area if they 

evacuate? Is there an evacuation order? Where should 

people evacuate to?

103 11:03 Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name) calling to say that it appears a car has 

run off the road at (Road). I am not sure if anyone is 

inside 

104 11:07 Traffic Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13

This is (Name) again from (State DOT) letting you know 

that (State Public Safety) has also established traffic 

control along these areas: On Highway (Name) at 

(Geographic Location), Highway (Name) at 

(Municipality), (Municipality), and (Geographic 

Location), and (Geographic Location) on Highway 

(Name)

105 11:10 Boat Accident Phone Accident Witness SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

9 Verify information.

I just observed two boats run into each other on the river 

just east of the (Highway Name) overcrossing. Both 

boats are dead in the water and sinking. There appear to 

be several adults and children in the boats.

106 11:11 Media Inquiry Phone

(News Network) 

News, Channel (TV 

Channel #)

SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15

This is (Television News Channel) News calling to 

retrieve any information regarding the Tsunami event. Are 

you able to provide any details at this time?

107 11:15 Traffic Accidents Phone (Municipality) Fire SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with appropriate people.

(Municipality) Fire Department is reporting that Highway 

(Name) (Direction) is tied up with numerous traffic 

collisions, and traffic is not moving at all. 

108 11:15 Boat Evacuation Phone Harbor SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 5 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with appropriate people.

Harbor is reporting that many boaters are driving 

erratically in a rush to evacuate prior to the arrival of the 

Tsunami waves

109 11:16 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller Hand 

Delivered WCATWC SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15 Same warning/watch/advisory 

areas as Message 5 and 6.

Bulletin #7: Warning: More Water Levels/Revised SIFT 

Reports: Tide gauge readings from (Geographic 

Location) of about 6 feet peak to trough.

110 11:18 Mariner Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 9

There will be so many boats 

underway that passers by will 

assist before USCG can respond. 

This is Captain (Name), and I need help immediately. I 

was trying to take my boat out to sea before the wave hit, 

and now she is taking on water and beginning to sink. 

Help me please! 

111 11:20 (Tribal Indian) 

Rancheria Phone Rancheria Manager SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

1 & 7

We are trying to evacuate the casino, but we do not have 

enough transportation. We have a group of senior 

citizens here, some in wheel chairs and others that use a 

walker. 

112 11:25 Lost Coast Hikers Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Hi, my name is (Name), and my children went on a hike off 

of Lighthouse Road. I can't reach them to warn them of 

the Tsunami. Can you send someone out to warn them 

please?

113 11:30 Disaster Service 

Workers Available Phone DSW SimCell (Municipality) OES 7 & 8 Plan is developed to utilize nonessential county personnel as Disaster Service Workers.

Health and Human Services (HHS) Director calls to see 

how to utilize employees as Disaster Service Workers? 

HHS has (#) people available, how can they be 

integrated/used?

114 11:30 Boat Evacuation Phone Harbor SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 Issue is discussed with EOC management, and a response is given according to the county EOP. 

Harbor is asking whether or not they should be allowing 

any additional boaters to evacuate their boats due to the 

anticipated arrival of the first Tsunami wave.

115 11:30 Evacuation Orders Phone (Municipality) City 

Police SimCell (Municipality) OES 13 Issued is discussed with EOC management and a response is given according to the county EOP. 

Several downtown businesses are refusing to leave. They 

are moving their merchandise to the 2nd floor. What do 

you want to do with them? 

116 11:30 Special Needs 

Population Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name), and I saw the EAS message on TV. I 

have my things ready to go, but I am worried my next door 

neighbors don’t know what is going on. They don’t speak 

any English and may need help understanding what is 

going on. I think they recently moved here from 

Cambodia. I live on (Street) in (Municipality).

117 11:30 Boat Evacuation Phone Harbor SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Plan to evacuate people.

The boat ramp locations are closing and not allowing any 

additional boaters to evacuate their boats due to the 

anticipated arrival of the first Tsunami wave.

Tsunami Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
118 11:34 Concerned Citizen Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name), and cars are backing up near my home. I 

am worried that if this continues no one is getting out 

alive. Help! 

119 11:35 Located Head Start 

Students Phone (Municipality) City 

(State Public Safety) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 The teacher with them would have a headcount.

This is the (Municipality) City (State Public Safety) is 

advising that we have found the Head Start students at 

(Creek). We are attempting to get a head count. Can you 

provide a roster of students so we can account for 

everyone?

120 11:39 Boat Owner Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name) and I am trying to get my boat out of the 

(Municipality) Public Marina on (Street) off of (Drive). 

Some boat owners have decided to abandon their boats 

and my boat is blocked. Can you help me?

121 11:40 Fuel Shortage Phone Fueling Station SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Plan to control traffic at (Service Station).

(Service Station) advises that they have run out of fuel and 

cars are backing up and causing problems in the 

roadways. 

122 11:43 Field Update Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) OES 13

This is Officer (Name) of the (Municipality) Police 

Department. I need help with the removal of onlookers 

congregating by the (Municipality) lighthouse. They are 

impeding our observers and blocking the west haven exit 

to and from this location. Please advise. 

123 11:43 Media Inquiry Phone

Media: (Radio Station 

Call sign and 

Frequency)

SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15

This is (Name) over at (Call sign) Radio Station. We are 

fielding several calls coming in from concerned citizens 

about the Tsunami. Do you have any information we can 

provide to them? What should we do?

124 11:45 Requesting 

Resources Phone (Municipality) Ambulance SimCell (Municipality) OES

7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resource assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

Additional ambulances from inland counties not affected 

by the warning are requested to help. 

125 11:48 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15

Warning: (Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location), Advisory: 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location) AND 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location). 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location) no longer 

under an alert bulletin - information 

only.

Bulletin #8: Warning: (Geographic Location) tide gauge 

reading revised (#) feet peak to trough - change in 

warning/advisory areas.

126 11:50

Voluntary 

Organizations Active 

in Disaster (VOAD) 

Offers of Assistance

Phone American Red Cross SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

7 Yes.

VOAD members are arriving at the (Faith-based 

Organization) parking lot. Is this where they should report 

to? 

127 11:52 Transportation 

Assistance Simcell Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#)

(Retail Establishment) reports that he has (#) homeless 

people that are at the store and are requesting 

transportation to the closest shelter 

128 11:57 Looting Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

I am the manager of the (Warehouse Store) on (Road 

Name) Road and customers have taken over my booth and 

are stealing gas. Please help me. 

129 11:58 Requests for 

Assistance Phone American Red Cross SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 7 Open the community center.

People evacuating from the inundation area are arriving 

at the church site. It could get crowded real quick. Is 

there an alternate site if this one fills up?

130 12:00 Fuel Shortage Phone Fueling Station SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 12 A list of required resources is developed to support the evacuation plan.

Service station advises that they have run out of fuel and 

cars are backing up and causing problems in the 

roadways 

131 12:04 Gas Shortage Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name), and I am the manager of the (Service 

Station) on the (Highway) and (Street) in (Municipality). 

People are trying to get gas, and my reserves are low. 

There is no way I can resupply, and the crowd has 

become hostile. Please send officers.

132 12:05 Volunteers Needed Phone American Red Cross SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 7

Call up disaster local action (DAT) team 

members to open community center and or Tribal 

Office

 Disaster Local Action Teams report that they need more 

volunteers to staff the shelter at the church site.

133 12:08 Media Inquiry Phone

(Television News 

Information Channel) 

News

SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15

Hello, this is (Reporter) with the local (Television News 

Information Channel) news. Do you have an update on the 

Tsunami event?

134 12:10 Car Accident Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Sheriff's Office Dispatch (Phone #) receives call 

and transfers call to (Municipality) EOC (Phone 

#).

This is (Name). I am staying at the (Motel) on (Street) 

Street off the (Highway). I would like to report a (#) car 

pileup right in front of my hotel. The road is completely 

blocked, and people can't get by. Send emergency crews 

immediately please.

135 12:10 Fight at boat ramp Phone

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Dispatch

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Determine it is too late to send anyone into the 

inundation zone.

I'm calling from the (Resort) boat ramp. Two guys got 

into a fight while trying to take their boats out of the water. 

They are still going at it. One pulled a knife. Better get 

here quick

136 12:15 Chaos at boat ramp Phone

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) Tribal 

Police Dispatch

SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13

I'm calling from the (Boat Ramp). People are trying to 

remove their watercraft from the river, and it's getting 

pretty wild. Some people don't know what their doing, and 

it's slowing everything down. Can you get someone over 

here to restore order.

137 12:16 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15 Same warning/watch/advisory 

areas as Message 8.

Bulletin #9: Warning: Water levels from (Geographic 

Location) and (Geographic Location): Tide gauge 

reading from (Geographic Location) - about (#) feet peak 

to trough

138 12:20pm Media Briefings Phone Media: (Radio Station 

Call sign) SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

15 PIO provides media statement to (Radio Station 

Call sign) with shelter locations.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held? Can we help 

broadcast a message to the public for you? Where will 

you be setting up locations for people required to leave 

the low-lying areas?

139 12:21 Trapped Persons Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

I don't think I am going to be able to get out of the 

impacted area. I am in my store right now, and I am 

wondering what I should do 

140 12:22pm Communications Phone Communications SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

2 & 3 Power and landline phones will be 

out for 15 minutes.

Power outage is experienced, and landline phones not 

working. 

141 12:24 Media Inquiry Phone

Media: (Local 

Newspaper) and 

(Local Newspaper)

SimCell (Municipality) 

County PIO 15 (Name) with the (Newspaper) calling. We heard a Tsunami is coming? Can you give any more information?

142 12:25 Sewage Leak Phone (Municipality) City 

Water Department SimCell (Municipality) OES

3

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public

(Municipality) Water Department informs of a possible 

sewage leak near (Street) and (Street). 

143 12:25 Information Phone (Municipality) EOC SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

2

This is (Municipality) EOC. We are checking our 

communications with you in anticipation of a tidal surge. 

Depending on the magnitude of the water surge, we may 

not be able to provide you any assistance for awhile. Can 

you test your back up communications with ours?

144 12:28 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

First Tsunami wave arrives.

145 12:29 Trapped Persons Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9 I am calling to report that I believe some people are 

trapped out near (Location) in (Municipality) 

146 12:29 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using very high frequency (VHF) 

radios. This is how information 

would normally be provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point observer. I wanted to let you know that there is wave 

flooding at (Highway), the (Specific Building Location) 

buildings, and at (Geographic Location). 

147 12:29 Notification Phone (Municipality) EOC SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

5

This is (Municipality) EOC. We are currently getting hit 

with the first Tsunami wave. You should, if not already, be 

getting hit on your coast line.

148 12:30 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is a report from the (Specific Geographic Location) 

Observation Point: There is wave flooding at (Highway), 

(Geographic Location), and (Geographic Location) into 

(Geographic Location) Area.

149 12:30 Notification Phone (Resort) Manager SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13

This is the (Resort) boat ramp. We are getting hit with a 

tidal surge. I'm telling all the boaters to get out of the 

area, but they won't leave their boats.

150 12:31 Rescue Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

This is (Name). My car is stuck in thigh-high water on 

(Avenue), and I need help with getting my (#) children to 

higher ground. About (#) other vehicles are also stuck 

behind me Please help

151 12:33 Rescue Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

This is (Name), and I live in (Subdivision) on (Road). The 

(River) is starting to rise fast. My neighbor's house is 

flooded. Please send help.

152 12:34 Rescue Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9 Help me! I am in my attic, and water is starting to come 

up through it. I am in the (Block) of (Street). 

153 12:35 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This a report from the (Specific Geographic Location) 

Observation Point: There is wave flooding at 

(Geographic Location) and (Geographic Location). 

154 12:39 Resources Request Phone (Municipality) Police 

Department SimCell (County) OES 3 & 9

This is (Municipality) Police Department reporting from 

the (County) Observation Point. There is wave flooding at 

the petroleum tank farm. There is also wave flooding at 

the (Mall) parking lot, and it is encroaching into the 

stores. It also appears that people are still trying to 

evacuate and that the power is still on, posing a fire risk. 

Please cut off power to the mall and send units to assist 

as soon as possible.

155 12:40 Evacuation site full Phone Disaster Local Action 

Team SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 7

This site at the church is full. We don't have the bathroom 

capacity here for this many people. Are you going to open 

any other sites for people. We could use some help here.

156 12:41 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

This is a report from (Specific Geographic Location) 

Observation Point: there is wave flooding at the boat 

launch ramp

157 12:43 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Aftershock: Origin Time 12:43 PM PDT (11:43 AM 

(Timezone), 19:43 UTC).

158 12:45 Boil Water Advisory Phone County Commissioner SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 8 and 3

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public

This is the County Commissioner's office, and we need to 

know whether to issue a boil-water advisory. 

159 12:46 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is (County) Bay Harbor district reporting minor wave 

surge damage to a few docks at (Geographic Location).

160 12:47 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15

Warning: Reinstate (Geographic 

Location) to (Geographic 

Location), other areas the same as 

Message 8.

Bulletin #10: Warning - Tide gauge from (Geographic 

Location) - about (#) feet peak to trough; ETA first wave 

from aftershock (Municipality) City (Local Time).

161 12:51 Rescue Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

I need help. I am on my roof at (Street) in (Geographic 

Location). Water is rising fast, I need help or I am gonna 

die! 

162 12:53 Car Accident Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

This is (Name), and I would like to report a car accident 

on (Highway) between (Geographic Location) and 

(Geographic Location). People trying to evacuate are 

trapped, and the water is rising fast, what do I do?

163 12:55 Additional Shelter 

Site Phone Community Center SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

6 & 7

This is the Community Center. We can start taking people 

here, but we will need some personnel support. How long 

do you think we will have to be in operation?

164 13:00 Volunteers In-person VOAD SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

7 A plan is developed on utilization in this disaster 

of spontaneous volunteers.

Hospital and other areas report that numerous 

spontaneous volunteers are showing up at these 

locations. Do we have an emergency response center set 

up where they can register and help out?

165 13:03 Requests for 

Assistance In-person Concerned Citizens SimCell (Municipality) OES 13 Issued is discussed with EOC management, and a response is given according to the county EOP. 

Numerous 9-1-1 calls are received from people in their 

homes that are requesting fire, ambulance, or police 

help. They have water in their homes, and some are 

injured 

166 13:07 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

Second Tsunami wave arrives.

167 1:08pm Notification Phone (Municipality) EOC SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

5 This is (Municipality) EOC. We are currently getting hit 

with a second Tsunami wave. Are you getting hit as well?

168 13:10 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point: There is wave flooding at (Highway), at the 

(Buildings), (Geographic Location), proceeding up the 

(River) channel 

169 13:12 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SIMCELL transmit report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point: there is wave flooding at (Highway), (Geographic 

Location), (River) into (Geographic Location) area.

170 13:15 Requesting 

Resources Phone Agriculture Department SimCell (Municipality) OES 11 & 7

Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

What additional resources are available to shelter 

large animals?

More cages are needed for small animals, and the 

fairgrounds have run out of stalls for large animals. 

Where do we want to put them now?

171 13:15 Is the water safe? Phone Public SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

8

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public.

This is (Name), and I am calling to report that the water 

coming out of my faucet is brown in color. Is it safe to 

drink? What should I do? 

172 13:15 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15 Same warning/watch/advisory 

areas as Message 10.

Bulletin #11: Warning: Magnitude upgraded to (9.2). 

Tide gauge from (Municipality) City - about (#) feet peak 

to trough - first wave.

173 13:16 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 & 3 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point calling to let you know that wave action has caused 

major building damage to (Geographic Location), 

(Geographic Location), and water is encroaching into the 

(Public Utilities) compound.

174 13:17 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is the (County) Observation Point informing you that 

wave flooding has caused damage to the petroleum tank 

farm, (Mall), and the (Geographic Location) area. 

175 13:21 Rescue Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13 I just saw the pier in (Municipality) disintegrate. Send 

help as soon as possible. 

176 13:22 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point calling in to let you know that there is wave flooding 

at the boat launch ramp area and at (Beach).

177 13:25 Power Plant Phone (Public Utilities) SimCell (County) OES3

This is the foreman of the (Public Utility) power plant out 

on (Avenue). I wanted to let you guys know that the bottom 

floor of the plant has flooded; however' we are still 

operational. We don't anticipate any problems with output, 

but you just never know. I will keep you posted if anything 

changes. 

178 13:30 Field Update Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

(County) Harbor District reporting in: There is wave 

surge damage to docks and to (Island) and the 

(Municipality) Small Boat Basin. Some docks are 

breaking loose, and some individual boats are taking on 

water. 

179 13:46 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

15 Same warning/watch/advisory 

areas as Message 10.

Bulletin #12: Warning: More water levels - Tide gauge 

(Geographic Location) - about 8.2 feet, (Geographic 

Location) - 5 feet peak to trough.

180 13:50 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Third Tsunami wave arrives.

181 13:53 Traffic Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13

(State DOT) receives (State Public 

Safety) field reports for (Police 

Department)/(County Sheriff's 

Office) at (Geographic Location) 

and (Geographic Location), 

(Highway) east and west at 

(Geographic Location) and 

(Geographic Location), (State 

DOT) at (Geographic Location), 

and (County Sheriff's Office) at 

(Municipality)/(Municipality) Police 

Department.

182 13:53 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point calling in to let you know that this last surge has 

destroyed the (Buildings), there is roadway damage to 

(Highway) at (Geographic Location), and flooding up the 

(River) channel and into surrounding farmland area. 

183 13:55 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observer 

calling to let you know that the wave has destroyed the 

(Geographic Location) buildings, there is damage to 

(Highway) at (Geographic Location), and extensive 

flooding into the (Geographic Location) area. 

184 13:56 Rescue Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

I saw some people go down to (Geographic Location) 

Beach to look at the aftermath of the Tsunami. But this 

third wave might have caught them by surprise. You 

should send a search party. 

185 13:57 Field Update Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13 & 5 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point observer letting you know that the wave is causing 

extensive flooding and damage to the petroleum tank farm, 

(Mall), and (Geographic Location) area.

186 13:57 Rescue Phone (Geographic 

Location) SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office

9

I am just calling to let you know that I saw some collegeaged kids out on the (Trail ) at the end of (Road. I think 

they wanted to see the waves come in, but it looks like that 

area got hit pretty hard. 

187 13:58 Traffic Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES1

(State DOT) receives (County) 

field reports. They are as follows: 

(State Park) Ranger at 

(Municipality), (State Public 

Safety) at (Geographic Location), 

(State DOT)

/(State Public Safety) 

at (Geographic Location), 

(Municipality) Police Department - 

(Highway)/(Highway) in 

(Municipality), at (Geographic 

Location), (Municipality) PD at 

(Municipality) and (Municipality). 

188 13:58 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point observer calling to let you know that the last wave 

has destroyed (Geographic Location); there is major 

damage to (Geographic Location), and water damage to 

the (Public Utilities) compound.

189 14:00 Volunteers Needed Phone American Red Cross SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

6 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

ARC reports that they need more volunteers to staff the 

shelter (if applicable).

190 14:00 Hospitals Phone Police SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

8

A sheltering plan has been developed, and the 

locations of all available shelters is made 

available to the public. 

This is Sergeant (Name), please advise which hospitals I 

should direct evacuees to?

191 14:02 Mariner Report Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 10

This is the Harbor Master letting you know that 

unfortunately the (Ship) has sustained major damage 

from the third surge and has been torn from its moorings. 

It also appears that the oil tanks have been severely 

damage and release of contents is likely. 

192 14:03 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) observer 

calling in. There is wave flooding at the boat launch ramp 

area and roadway damage at (Beach).

193 14:05 Fire Phone (Industrial Business) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

4

My name is (Name), and I am the head supervisor at 

(Industrial Business) on (Direction) (Street) in 

(Municipality). My business is on fire from downed power 

lines. Please help me before the fire spreads to nearby 

businesses.

194 14:10 Harbor Damage Phone Harbor SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

5 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Report of boats on top of the docks. 

195 14:14 Requesting 

Assistance Phone SCH SimCell (Municipality) OES

7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid.

(Business) called saying they are on a backup generator 

and are going to need fuel in six hours. 

196 14:15 Media Briefings Phone (Television News 

Information Channel) SimCell (Municipality) OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list, and establishes regular release schedule.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held?

197 14:15 Communications Phone Communications SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

5 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people.

Power and landline phones will be 

out for (#) minutes.

Power outage is experienced, and landline phones not 

working. 

198 14:16 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5

Warning: (Geographic Location) 

to (Geographic Location) , 

Advisory: (Geographic Location) 

to (Geographic Location) AND 

(Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location), other 

areas information only.

Bulletin #13: More tide gauge recordings cancelled 

reinstatement of warning in (State) for aftershock .

199 14:17 Power Outage Phone (Power Company) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

5 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people Power is out all over the city. 

200 14:22 Search and Rescue Phone (County) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

9

Report are received that numerous people are trapped in 

vehicles. When is the next surge estimation? Should we 

send in search and rescue?

201 14:24 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Fourth Tsunami wave arrives.

202 14:26 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using very high frequency (VHF) 

radios. This is how information 

would normally be provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point observer calling in. There is wave flooding at 

(Highway), the (Geographical Location), at (Geographic 

Location), and proceeding up the (River) channel. 

203 14:28 Field Update Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point observer. There is wave flooding at (Highway), 

(Geographic Location), and (River) into the (Geographic 

Location) area 

204 14:30 Media Briefings Phone (News Network) 

News SimCell (Municipality) OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list, and establishes regular release schedule.

Has an updated news release been distributed? When 

will the next media briefing be held?

205 14:30 Communications Phone Communications SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

5 SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people Power and landline phones are working again.

206 14:30 Communications Phone Communications SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

2 & 12 Power and landline phones are working again.

207 14:31 Fire Phone (Storage Business 

Name) SimCell (County) Sheriff's Office

4

This is (Name), and I need the fire department to help me 

put out fires at the (Business) Storage units at (Address) 

(Drive). Please come soon, half my place is in flames!

208 14:33 Field Update Phone Field Observers SimCell (County) OES 13 & 3 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided.

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observation 

Point. The wave flooding has already destroyed 

(Geographic Location), but there is additional damage to 

(Geographic Location), and water is encroaching into the 

(Public Utilities) compound.

209 14:36 Damage Reporting Phone Ambulances, Fire and 

Police SimCell (Municipality) OES

9

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public.

Report are received that numerous people are trapped in 

vehicles. When is the next surge estimation? Should we 

send in search and rescue?

210 14:36 Damage Reporting Phone Ambulances, Fire and 

police SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

9

Report are received that numerous people are trapped in 

vehicles. When is the next surge estimation? Should we 

send in search and rescue?

211 14:38 Media Inquiry Phone

(Television News 

Information Channel) 

News

SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 15

This is (Name) from (Television News Information 

Channel). Can you please give us an exclusive on what 

happened? We heard that this is just as bad as the 

Tsunami in Thailand.

212 14:39 Field Update Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 13 HAM operator at SimCell transmits report via 

HAM radio to (County) EOC.

Simulators should act as if they are 

using VHF radios. This is how 

information would normally be 

provided

This is the (Specific Geographic Location) Observer 

letting you know that there is wave flooding at the boat 

launch ramp area and at (Beach). 

213 14:42 Damage Reporting Phone Fire SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 4 & 13

SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Responses are according to 

EOP.

Fire departments are reporting numerous explosions in 

the city limits. 

214 14:43 Looting Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name), and I am the manager at (Business) 

Market in (Municipality). People are looting my market, 

and my employees have all evacuated. Please send 

officers immediately.

215 2:45pm Evacuation Order 

Ending Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell 

(Indian Nation 

Municipality) 

EOC

13 Citizens are wanting to return to their homes. Can we let 

them? 

216 14:45 Evacuation Order 

Ending Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell (Municipality) OES 13

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public.

Citizens wanting to return to their homes. Can we let 

them? 

217 14:52 Water Announcement Phone Sewer Plant SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 8 & 15

Safety messages regarding Tsunami 

preparedness and response are shared with the 

public.

Sewer plant advises that people should not drink the water 

because of possible contamination. 

218 14:55 Looting Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

Hi this is (Name) and I own the (Business Name) market 

in (Municipality). People have rushed into my store 

looking for supplies and they are starting to make a mess 

and ruin my store. Please send help.

219 14:58 Dead/Injured Phone (Television News 

Information Channel) SimCell (Municipality) OES 15 PIO function develops a news release, distribution list, and establishes regular release schedule. How many are dead and injured? 

220 15:00 Mutual Aid Phone Mutual Aid for Law 

Enforcement SimCell (Municipality) OES 13

Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

What are they requesting?

Law enforcement requests mutual aid from inland 

counties to assist them . 

221 15:00 People Trapped Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

9

SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Responses are according to 

EOP

As I was evacuating, I saw people on the roofs of 

downtown businesses. I think they are trapped.

222 15:01 Concerned Citizens Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) OES 13 Citizens are wanting to return to their homes. Can we let 

them? 

223 15:06 Responder Lodging Phone Inquiry from FaithBased SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

7 A plan is developed on utilization in this disaster 

of spontaneous volunteers.

We have about (#) people coming to help. We will need 

hotel rooms for all? Can you provide? 

224 15:08 (Hospital Name) Phone (County) SimCell (County) OES 8 & 6 More personnel are needed. Hospital is filling up with 

injured and not sure where to put them 

225 15:11 Requesting 

Resources Phone Sheriff/Police SimCell (Municipality) OES

7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resource assigned or passed on for mutual aid. Request at least (#) porta potties. 

226 15:11 People Trapped Phone (Municipality) City 

Fire Department SimCell (Municipality) OES

9

SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Responses are according to 

EOP.

Fire departments reports seeing people stuck on the 

roofs of their homes in (Municipality) City.

227 15:12 Rescue Personnel Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) OES7 Rescue personnel need water and food. They have been 

going strong for (#) hours without refreshments. 

228 15:15 Insulin Supplies Phone Public SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

6

Vulnerable populations are identified, and a plan 

is developed to assist people with special needs. 

What resources are needed?

Several individuals have called noting they are low on 

insulin and are inquiring where they should go? Please 

advise. 

229 15:17 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Advisory: (Geographic Location) to 

(Geographic Location).

Bulletin #14: Advisory: Tsunami Warning/Watch 

cancelled.

230 15:18 Credentialing Phone State Police SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 13 Issue is discussed with EOC management and a response is given according to the county EOP. 

State Police want to know: People have their IDs, should 

we let them in? 

231 15:19 Staffing Shortage Phone (Hospital) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

8 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. 

More personnel are needed. Hospital is filling up with 

injured and not sure where to put them. 
232 15:19 Inquiry from Faith 

Based Phone Faith-Based SimCell (County) OES

7 We have about (#) people coming to help. We will need 

hotel rooms for all? Can you provide? 

233 15:20 Donations 

Management Phone (Charity) Relief Fund SimCell (Municipality) OES

6

A donations management plan is developed for 

this disaster. Who will coordinate the 

management of donations?

There are two semi-trucks full of food. Where are 

donations being dropped off at? Is there a receiving 

facility? 

234 3:21 PM Fire Phone (Business) SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office

4

This is (Name), and I am the head foreman at the 

(Business) in (Geographic Location). I need assistance 

dealing with a fire that has broken out at my plant.

235 15:21 Staffing Shortage Phone (Hospital) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

8 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. More staff are needed. 

236 15:22 Reports of Fires Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell 9-1-1 Call 

Center

4

SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Responses are according to 

EOP.

Fires are starting in various neighborhoods near 

downtown (Municipality).

237 15:23 (Hospital) Phone (Hospital) SimCell (County) OES7 (Hospital) called, and they are on backup generator. They 

are going to need fuel in (#) hours. 

238 15:24 Responder Safety 

and Health Phone Rescue personnel SimCell (Municipality) OES

7

What resources are needed to support this 

disaster operation? Who is coordinating the 

distribution of relief supplies?

Rescue personnel need water and food. They have been 

going strong for (#) hours without refreshments. 

239 15:25 Media Inquiry Phone (Local Newspaper) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 15

PIO in EOC handles this issue establishes 

contact with media for public information. PIO 

discusses with EOC Director.

(Name) wants to visit the EOC and take pictures. Can 

he? 

240 15:26 Reports of Fires Phone Concerned Citizens SimCell 9-1-1 Call 

Center

4

SitRep is developed in EOC and shared with 

appropriate people. Responses are according to 

EOP.

Fires have started in a few buildings in downtown 

(Municipality) City.

241 15:27 Public Assistance Phone (Hospital) SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

7

What resources are needed to support this 

disaster operation? Who is coordinating the 

distribution of relief supplies?

Citizens are arriving at the hospital looking for water. 

242 15:27 Requesting 

Assistance Phone Public Works SimCell (Municipality) OES

7 Resource request is discussed, with appropriate 

resources assigned or passed on for mutual aid. (#) chain saws are needed. 

243 15:27 Looting Phone Concerned Citizen SimCell (County) 

Sheriff's Office 13

This is (Name), and I am the manager at the (Chain 

Grocery Store) in (Municipality). Customers are looting 

my store and (#) of my employees have been injured trying 

to stop the looters. Please send police. 

244 15:28 Volunteers Phone (Municipality) Fire SimCell (Municipality) 

OES 7 & 4

Resource coordination and mutual aid: How are 

out-of-State offers of resources handled? Who is 

involved at the county, regional, and State levels?

Able to send (#) firefighters from (Jurisdiction) do you 

want them? 

245 15:30 Tsunami Warning 

Bulletin 

Controller/Hand 

Delivered

(Tsunami Warning 

Center) SimCell 

To All Venue 

Players or to 

Each Venue 

Controller 

5 Bulletin #15: Tsunami advisory cancelled. 

246 15:30 Fatality Management Phone Fatality Management SimCell (Municipality) 

OES

8 What resources are needed to support this 

disaster operation? 

We are looking for places to send the bodies. One 

funeral home is under water 

247 15:30 Sheriff/Police Phone (County) Sheriff 

Department SimCell (County) OES

7 This is Sergeant (Name), and we are going to need at 

least (#) porta potties for shelters. 

248 15:35 Rescue Personnel Phone (County) OES SimCell (County) OES7 Rescue personnel need water and food. They have been 

going strong for (#) hours without refreshments. 

249 16:00 Controller/Hand 

Delivered All Fax number is (###-###-####). End of Exercise.
Earthquake Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative)

BACKGROUND 

INFORMATION

1. Comms

2. EOC 

3. Resources and 

Dist.

4. Safety and 

Security

5. Info and Warning

6. triage and 

Hospital

7. Mass Care

1 11:00 Contextual Control Cell All Controllers 5

A (#) magnitude earthquake occurs on the (location) Fault, and its effects are felt 

throughout the surrounding areas. There are reports of human casualties and 

severe structural damage.

2 12:00 5 Start of Exercise (StartEx): The (City/State) Emergency Operations Center 

(EOC) is activated.

3 12:00 Expected Action All Controllers (City/county 

EOC) 5, 15

Receive initial in-briefing package consisting of (State/County/City emergency 

management agency) reports, media summaries, and internal reports from fire 

department and reservation patrol. 

These will cover all items in the revised scenario period (time). In 

particular, they will include information from the (city) fire department 

on the community center structure collapse and other fire and injury 

incidents, and from the (city) police department on traffic problems 

related to the (Interstate #/county road #) closure.

4 12:01 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Provide EOC staff, Policy Group, (Chief Administrative Officer/Chief Elected 

Official), and tribal chair initial situational briefing. x x

5 12:05 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 2, 5 Contact all sites and determine level of damage. x

6 12:05 Expected Action (city) Department of 

Public Works All Controllers 5 Coordinate and initiate rapid damage assessment of infrastructure and utilities. x

7 12:06 Expected Action (city) Water Department All Controllers 3 Initiate damage assessment of water systems. x

8 12:07 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 3 Initiate risk assessment of buildings. Utilize (surrveillance/monitoring electronic 

system). x

9 12:09 Expected Action (city) EOC All Controllers 2 Monitor radio traffic. x

10 12:10 Expected Action (city) Department of 

Public Works All Controllers 5 Initiate damage assessment annex. x

11 12:10 Expected Action (city) reservation patrol All Controllers 1 Manage and coordinate the isolation of traffic. Deny entry due to roadway 

collapse. x

12 12:15 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 5 Receive status report from all sites on damage level. EOC to determine and inform (Chief Elected Official) whether building evacuation is required. x x

13 12:15 Expected Action American Red Cross 

(ARC) All Controllers 5 Notify mutual aid and national headquarters. Initiate calldown of staff and activate ARC EOC. x x

14 12:17 Phone Simulation Cell 

(SimCell) (city) Fire 13 I think my single-wide has fallen off its foundation! It smells like gas and the water pipe has burst and is spewing water. x x

15 12:19 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 5 Initiate Incident Command System (ICS) with Unified Command in coordination 

with law enforcement, the power company, and all other agencies involved. x

16 12:20 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 8 Coordinate evacuations of clinic and senior center, if required. Determine if sites are functional and evacuate to predetermined areas 

of compound. x x

17 12:20 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Activate (city/county) Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), if deemed necessary 

(may be site specific). x

18 12:20 Expected Action

(city/county) 

Department of Public 

Health, Community 

Health Agency

All Controllers 8 Begin polling medical facilities. x

19 12:20 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5, 15 Request declaration of state of emergency. x x

20 12:21 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 5 Contact (city) EOC Director (name) with clinic update. Was (city/county) EOC activated? Inform (county/city) EOC of actions up to this time. x x

21 12:21 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 8 Classify incident as a multi-casualty incident. x

22 12:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 8, 15 Receive update from all sites on evacuation progress. Are all staff members safe and accounted for? x x

23 12:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 8 Assess triage centers at all applicable sites. Determine modifications to triage, if necessary. x

24 12:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5, 7 Staff needed functional positions within the EOC. x

25 12:30 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 2 Request additional units. x

26 12:30 Expected Action

(city/county) 

Department of Public 

Health, Community 

Health Agency

All Controllers 2 Send (State) Health Alert Network (HAN) message out to Rapid Response 

Team (RRT). x x

27 12:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 2 Utilize disaster-net radio in (State/County/City emergency management agency) 

vehicles to collect information from affected cities. x

28 12:32 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 2 Call operational areas for initial report of damage and injuries because the 

warning center requires notification for a major earthquake. x

29 12:37 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 13

This is the (State) Highway Patrol. With (Interstate #/county road #) shut down in 

both directions, we need to coordinate with you regarding the right-of-way 

through tribal land. Can you work with us to safely and appropriately divert traffic 

through (location) roads?

x

30 12:40 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 8 Assign units to triage and treatment units for (#) patients. x

31 12:43 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 8 Coordinate pre-hospital care for victims. x

32 12:44 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Assess all EOCs in affected area. Activate State and regional EOC. Activate fire 

mutual aid plan. Activate law enforcement mutual aid plan. x x

33 12:45 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Establish EOC incident management organization.

(County/city) EOC should establish an incident management 

organization that has clear lines of authority and accountability with a 

focus on intergovernmental aspects. Note to SimCell: Create a 

contingency inject to put into play if this does not happen.

x

34 12:45 Expected Action

(city/county) 

Department of Public 

Health, Community 

Health Agency

All Controllers 2, 8 Transmit (county) medical association messages. x x

35 12:46 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Gather situational awareness. Receive initial damage and rapid response 

information. x

36 12:48 Phone SimCell (city) Fire 13

I think the earthquake has knocked my modular home off its foundation. It smells 

like gas and there's a small fire that's started at the east end of my home. I can't 

seem to get the fire out!

(City) fire department should consider contacting the (county/city) 

EOC for help in dealing with the multiple modular homes off their 

foundations with possible gas and water leaks.

x x

37 12:50 Phone SimCell (city) Fire 8 (#) critical injuries need immediate transport from the partially collapsed (city) 

community center. We've discovered two additional fatalities. x x

38 12:50 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 8 Coordinate transportation for critical injuries to hospitals.

Determine that there are not enough transport vehicles and request 

additional ambulances from (county/city) EOC. (County/city) EOC 

contacts (county/city) Health DOC with request.

x

39 12:51 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 8

This is (city) Fire. We need enough additional transport vehicles to get (#) 

critically injured patients from the (city) community center and other locations on 

the (location) to hospitals ASAP.

(County/city) EOC contacts the (city) Health DOC and begins 

coordinating to obtain critical resources. (County/city) Health DOC 

coordinates directly with participating hospitals and ambulance 

transport services 

x

40 12:51 Expected Action American Red Cross All Controllers 5 Coordinate and manage the process of notionally sending liaisons to (county/city) 

EOC. x

41 12:54 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Initiate or follow up contact with (county/city emergency management agency), 

FEMA Region (#), and FEMA. x

42 12:58 Expected Action American Red Cross All Controllers 6 Develop service delivery plan. Request facility inspections for shelters. x

43 12:59 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Compile initial damage assessment and report to (county/city emergency 

management agency). x x

44 12:59 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 6, 8 Coordinate evacuations of clinic and senior center. x

45 13:00 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 5 Receive status update from all sites on all activities. Determine how things are going at each site. x x

46 13:00 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 2

Contact the (county/city) Fire Emergency Communications Center (ECC) and 

activate the Early Warning Notification System with the following notice: The 

overpass at (location) is structurally compromised and has been closed making 

movement from north of (Interstate #/county road #) to the south of the interstate 

and vice versa very difficult. The (city) reservation patrol is already managing 

traffic issues for east- and west-bound traffic.

Note to SimCell: If this does not happen, create a contingency inject 

prompting the (county/city) EOC to make sure this happens. x x x

47 13:03 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 5 Coordinate recall of staff. x x

48 13:05 Expected Action

(city/county) 

Department of Public 

Health, Public Health 

Emergency 

Preparedness and 

Response Branch

All Controllers 5, 8 Activate (Department of Public Health EOC). x

49 13:06 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 8

This is the (county/city) EOC. We have several tribal members who need 

immediate medical attention at the (city) community center. Two of them have 

severe lacerations, one has a badly broken leg and dislocated shoulder, and 

several more seem to be suffering from internal injuries.

(Name) Health, Inc., should demonstrate its capability to coordinate 

and manage triage and pre-hospital treatment tactical operations. 

Note to SimCell: If they have not satisfactorily demonstrated this, a 

contingency inject will need to be created to force them to coordinate 

and manage triage at the clinic and any shelters they have set up at the 

(location).

x

50 13:08 Expected Action (County) Sheriff's 

Office All Controllers 7 Organize troops (e.g., deputies, air support, mountain posse, canine units, search and rescue, and volunteers). x

51 13:15 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 8 Evacuated (attraction) patrons are suffering from exposure and need medical attention. There is one fatality from a possible heart attack.

Because (location) Fire should be completely overwhelmed by this 

point, (county/city) EOC should be contacting (city) Health DOC to 

request/arrange transport of patients from (attraction) to hospitals. 

Traffic is gridlocked everywhere and (interstate) is shut down heading 

in both directions. (County/city) EOC should be thinking about other 

means to transport patients such as helicopters.

x x x

52 13:15 *Contingency 

Inject—Phone (County) Health DOC (City/county EOC) 1, 8

This is the (county/city) Health Department Operations Center. We have (#) 

commercially available helicopters available for patient transport. What are your 

greatest needs?

Note to SimCell: *Only put this contingency inject into play if 

(county/city) EOC hasn't already contacted the (county/city) Health 

DOC requesting helicopters for critical patient transfer to hospitals. 

The (county/city) Health DOC should make this call; however, if it is 

unable to, it should come from the SimCell. 

x x

53 13:15 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 2, 8, 14 Coordinate and manage community assessment. Reevaluate community area and 

triage center. Continue communications with other sites. x x

54 13:17 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Deliver second situation report to Policy Group. Shift to emergency plan. x

55 13:18 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Coordinate information collection and situational awareness. x

56 13:20 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 6, 8 Implement mass care annex.

Note to SimCell: If this does not happen by 2:00 p.m., create and put 

into play a contingency inject that will make the EOC Director 

implement the mass care annex

x

57 13:22 Phone SimCell (city) Fire 13 I think my single-wide has fallen off its foundation! It smells like gas and the water 

pipe has burst and is spewing water.

(City) Fire should contact the (county/city) EOC for help in dealing 

with the multiple modular homes off their foundations with possible gas 

and water leaks

x

58 13:28 Expected Action (County) Fire—OES All Controllers 2, 5 Activate Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) and Community 

Emergency Response Teams (CERTs). x x

59 13:30 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 1 Request for reservation patrol assistance to coordinate rerouting of traffic from (Interstate #/county road #). x x

60 13:31 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Hold initial planning conference at the EOC at the direction of the Policy Group. x

61 13:32 Expected Action (city) Water Department All Controllers 3 Evaluate shake map data for prioritizing canal inspections and damage. x

62 13:34 Expected Action

(County) Department of 

Public Health, Public 

Health Emergency 

Preparedness and 

Response Branch

All Controllers 2, 8 Communicate with emergency medical partners and conduct information 

gathering and response activities. x

63 13:40 Expected Action (city) Fire All Controllers 7 Assign incoming staff to triage reservation. x x

64 13:44 Phone SimCell (city) Fire 13

I think the earthquake has knocked my modular home off its foundation. It smells 

like gas and there's a small fire that's just started at the west end of my home. I 

can't seem to get the fire out!

(City) Fire should have already contacted the (county/city) EOC for 

help in dealing with the multiple modular homes off their foundations 

with possible gas and water leaks

x x x

65 13:45 *Contingency 

Inject—Phone SimCell (City/county EOC) 4

This is (city) Fire. We're overwhelmed with the multiple modulars off their 

foundations and resultant gas leaks. There are a few small fires too. We need 

additional help and resources.

Note to SimCell: Only put this contingency inject into play if (city) Fire 

hasn't already contacted the (county/city) EOC for help in dealing with 

the multiple modular homes off their foundations.

x x

66 13:47 Expected Action (city) Community 

Services All Controllers 6 Establish shelter and feeding plan. x

67 13:55 Expected Action American medical 

Response All Controllers 6, 8 Coordinate the transport of patients to treatment areas. x x

68 14:00 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 13

This is the (State) Highway Patrol. There is a truck on fire on the (location) offramp. It contains (#) tons of sodium hydrosulfite. There is a possible hazardous 

plume from fire moving east. There is no fire response likely in near term.

x x

69 14:10 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 7, 8 Choose (#) sites to be functional for additional supplies that are needed from 

(health service), if needed. x

70 14:11 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5, 7

Coordinate and manage the notional deployment of damage assessment teams 

and personnel to county EOCs. Query scarce resources and notionally activate 

multiagency coordination. Assess damage and available resources.

x x

71 14:15 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 13 This is (name) with the (name) Unified School District. When will it be safe to reenter the school buildings? x x x

72 14:20 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 13 This is the (city) reservation patrol. Just wanted to let you know that there have been robberies reported at two of our (location) gas stations. x x

73 14:23 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 6

This is (county/city) EOC We have several (minority) members at shelters that do 

not have their medications with them. Several of them are diabetic and must have 

medication in the next few hours. 

Coordinate with outreach department to follow up with patients. x x

74 14:25 Expected Action American Red Cross All Controllers 6, 7 Coordinate and manage the notional deployment of staff/equipment to shelter 

sites. x x

75 14:25 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 15 This is the (city) (Name of Newspaper). We've heard reports of looting from stores in (city). Are you sending any of your law enforcement resources to help? x x

76 14:27 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 5 This is (State emergency management agency). Please send us a damage assessment for the (location) as soon as possible. x

77 14:30 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 4 This is (city) Fire. We're requesting assistance to respond to a vehicle fire on (Interstate #/county road #) just west of the (location) boundary.

(County/city) EOC should be totally overwhelmed and should be 

considering requesting mutual aid from (county/city) EOC. 

(County/city) EOC should contact (State) emergency management 

agency if they too are overwhelmed. Note to SimCell: Create a 

contingency inject to make (county/city) EOC request mutual aid from 

(county/city) EOC and (State) emergency management agency, if 

necessary.

x x x

78 14:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) (City/county 

EOC) 5 Request mutual aid from (county/city) EOC. If the county is overwhelmed, the (county/city) EOC should be requesting mutual aid from (State) emergency management agency. x x

79 14:30 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Develop initial action plan/strategies/objectives. x

80 14:30 Expected Action (State) OHS All Controllers 5 Compile situational awareness. x

81 14:35 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Receive initial damage assessments from windshield surveys. x

82 14:40 Expected Action American Red Cross All Controllers 5 Perform needs assessments. Evaluate staff resources. x x

83 14:41 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5, 15 Discuss (State) and Federal emergency declarations. x x

84 14:44 Expected Action American Red Cross All Controllers 6, 7 Initiate feeding plan. x

85 14:45 Phone SimCell (City/county 

EOC) 5, 15

This is (county/city emergency management agency), calling to let you know that 

the Governor has approved the National Guard mobilization and requests a list of 

needs.

x

86 14:49 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Seek mutual aid from outside the (State). x x

87 14:50 Expected Action (City/county EOC) All Controllers 5 Transfer from initial response operations to recovery operations. Begin discussing debris management and the plan to develop a debris 

management plan x

88 15:00 End of Exercise (ENDEX)
MSEL 

NUMBER DAY INJECT TIME SUBJECT INJECT MODE

SEND FROM 

(Simulated)

INJECTED 

BY SEND TO STORYLINE/THREAD ESF DESCRIPTION EXPECTED ACTION NOTES/REMARKS IMPLEMENTER (Actual Narrative) BACKGROUND INFORMATION

1 1 14:00 Handout Control All 5, 15

1B: Briefing held at State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) (based on Weather 

Package #1 [11AM package]: (#)-day track for hurricane force winds current Cat [#]) .

- FEMA liaison goes to the (State Coordinating Officer) EOC.

2 1 15:00 5 Decision to initiate the (Operations Plan [OPLAN]) and start crisis action planning.

3 6 8:00 Handout Control All 5, 15 Weather Package #2: (Month/Year) (Hour) weather report predicts (Category # 

Hurricane) impact evening of (Month/Year). Needs verification.

4 6 8:00 5

A joint basis with (State Coordinating Officer), 

Federal Emergency Management Agency 

(FEMA) (Region #), FEMA Regional 

Response Coordination Center (RRCC) and 

(Appropriate Military Command) (via the 

[Defense Coordinating Office]). Crisis action 

planning will focus on vulnerabilities and 

resource availability. Crisis action planning 

will result in a (State Coordinating 

Officer)/FEMA (Region #) Planning Order. 

Begin incident-specific operational planning. 

1B: Continue Crisis Action Planning activities:

- (State Coordinating Officer)/FEMA Planning order issued.

- (National Response Coordination Center [NRCC]) at activation Level 3. Select ESFs 

activated.

- Initiate planning to form a Unified Command of (U.S. Coast Guard [USCG]), FEMA, 

U.S. Department of Transportation [DOT]), (State) Department of Transportation 

[DOT])-(Location), and (Joint Task Force [JTF]-Hurricane Day [HD]) for port continuity 

that will form at the Incident Command (IC) transition.

- Deployment of a FEMA (Incident Management Team [IMAT]) to (State).

5 6 10:10 Phone SimCell (City/County)

Emergency 

Support Function 

(ESF) 1

12 Department of Defense (DoD) Inject 20: See 

(Name) for details and additional information.

Locals request field storage containers be transported to designated locations to 

augment fuel storage capability at essential sites.

6 6 11:00 (Insert Inject 

Mode) Control 1, 5

Form a Seaport Unified Command of key partners which may include but are not limited 

to: (U.S. Coast Guard [USCG]), FEMA, U.S. Department of Transportation [DOT]), 

(Department of Transportation [DOT]) Harbors, (Joint Task Force-Hurricane Day [JTF

HD]) (DoD), (Department of Health-Hospital Emergency Room [DOH HEER]), to 

ensure continuity of port operations and decisionmaking.

7 6 11:00 Handout Control All 5, 15

Weather Package (#): (Month/Year) (Time) announce (State) in (percent) to (percent) 

cone of uncertainty: predict (Tropical Force [TF]) winds at (#) on (Month/Year); 

forecast the below

8 6 11:00 5 Decision made to transition from (Operations Plan [OPLAN]) Phase 1B to 1C.

9 6 11:00 5

Expected Action:

- Initiate deployment of resources per the Operations Plan (OPLAN) and Execution 

Schedule.

- Coordinate prestaging of assets to quickly restart water distribution systems, power 

grid, fuel distribution, etc. postlandfall.

10 6 11:00 2

Activate the phone bridge between the State coordinating officer (SCO) and (#) 

appropriate State/local agencies, the FEMA (Incident Management Team [IMAT] #), 

(Appropriate Military Command) and (#) appropriate Federal agencies, (National 

Weather Service [NWS]), and FEMA (Region #).

11 6 11:00 5 Activate debris task force to preplan clearance operations during first (#) hours 

postlandfall

12 6 11:00 5 Logistics Management Division will play in 

exercise. Activate FEMA Logistics Response Center (LRC).

13 6 11:00 1, 5 (Unified Command Group [UCG]) recommends implementing travel restrictions and 

halt tourist influx at points of departure upon 1C transition.

14 6 11:00 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 5 15 If there is no (Emergency Management Assistance Compact) by 11:00AM.

The Governor would like to know if a request letter has been prepared to the Emergency 

Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) National Coordination Group (NCG) to 

advise that assistance may be needed in response to the hurricane. If not please ensure 

that the letter articulates the scope of the emergency and the anticipated needs of our 

State.

15 6 11:00 Phone SimCell (City) ESF (#) 15

Many tourists have been checking out of their hotel and have headed to the (City) 

International Airport. Most have not confirmed reservation changes. Airport workers are 

overwhelmed. Please send out public service announcement that visitors without 

confirmed reservations should not go to the airport. Current estimate shows (#) tourists 

at (City) at this time. We cannot shelter (#) of these people at the airport; we need 

assistance getting people to move to shelters.

16 6 11:10 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 1 1, 6 Follow up if not contacted with answer or plan. 

We are worried that there is not enough shelter space for our tourists who have to 

evacuate hotels. Will there be additional air carriers coming in prelandfall and 

transporting stranded tourists from (City/County/State) to the (States) or other 

countries? Will our tourists have to pay additional costs to try to get on one of the 

flights? What are our options for moving tourists to other locations?

17 6 11:20 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 6 6

Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) is 

not issued on shelter locations and when they 

are opening.

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency): We are activating the following 

shelters. Fax includes names, when they will be open, locations, and capacity, and 

required supplies).

18 6 11:30 5 FEMA (Region #) (Regional Response Coordination Center [RRCC]) at Level 1 with 

five ESFs activated

19 6 11:30 5 (State Coordinating Officer - SCD) activates (Emergency Management Assistance 

Compact [EMAC] # Team)

20 6 11:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) Operations 5

Follow up if prelandfall (Public Service 

Announcement) is not issued on location of 

Points of Distribution (PODs). Follow up with 

additional problems with PODs access if 

needed.

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency): We think we are going to need to 

set up Points of Distributions (PODs) at the following (Locations). Will you be able to 

provide commodities to (#) of these PODs? What will you be able to provide?

21 6 11:35 Phone SimCell (County) Operations 5 Will you stage any resources on our (Location)? Are you going to set up Points of 

Distribution (PODs) on our (Location)? When will they be operational? 

22 6 12:00 2 By 12:00 at latest. (Video Teleconferencing [VTC]) with (Regional Response Coordination Center 

[RRCC]), (State Coordinating Officer [SCO]), (National Weather Service [NWS]).

23 6 12:00 5 Initiate Task Force formation (mass evacuation, and debris, protect [Location] 

resources) to address specific functional areas and issues.

24 6 12:00 5

Initiate planning for shelter activation and mass feeding capabilities. Coordinate 

prestaging of commodities and food and deploy shelter management assets and teams 

to (Location) prelandfall

25 6 12:00 2 Release (Public Service Announcement [PSA]) for travel industry personnel and visitors 

of storm conditions, and to discourage travel to/from (Location).

26 6 12:05 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 7 7

Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) is 

not issued on preparedness for the storm and 

accessibility to goods.

We are trying to stock up on supplies, but the store shelves are pretty bare. Is there 

anywhere we can go to get water and non perishable foods, batteries, first aid materials 

and other emergency survival supplies before the storm?

27 6 12:10 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 5 5

(General Service Administration) Inject. 

(Depending on exercise play, change the lease 

locations)

Where is the (General Services Administration [GSA]) going to lease a Joint Field 

Office in (City)? Where are the Disaster Recovery Centers going to be located in 

(Location) (Location)?

28 6 12:15 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 6 11 Follow up if no shelter (Public Service Announcement) is issues for special needs. Are you opening any shelters for families with pets? If so where?

29 6 12:20 Phone SimCell (Infrastructure) ESF 7 7

The (Location) Water Company, (Name of Company) Bottling Company, and (Name of 

Company) Water Company located on (Location) have increased production in 

preparation for the storm. They will stop (#) production at (#) PM on (Month/Day). (#) of 

the bottled water production companies are expecting significant damage, but the 

(Locations) report their facilities may be down for some time after the storm.

30 6 12:25 Fax SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 5 15

1C: Governor (Name) of (State) will declare a State of Emergency and request a 

predisaster Presidential Declaration of Emergency (Stafford Act Declaration) and is 

approved by (President of the United States [POTUS]) and designated the Federal 

Coordinating Officer (FCO) to coordinate Federal response within the authorities of the 

Stafford Act.

31 6 12:30 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 2 2

(Cellular Company) reports their Mobile Cellular Switch (MCS) and (#) percent of 

their cell sites in (City) will operate on generator backup after the storm. However, they 

only have enough fuel for (#) days and will need support if this storm hits to maintain the 

(Mobile Cellular Switch [MCS]). What is the plan for refueling and how to we get on the 

priority refueling list?

32 6 12:35 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 6 13

Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) is 

not issued on preparedness for the storm and 

accessibility to goods and shelter locations.

We are afraid many people who should leave their homes will not. We need assistance 

coordinating and finding staff to make door to door notices to people about how to 

prepare for impact, what the postimpact dangers are, what they need to self sustain for 

up to (#) days, where the shelters are opening, and how they can get there.

33 6 12:40 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 5 15

Governor's Chief of Staff (Name) on behalf of the Governor to see the status of how we 

are preparing for the possibility of landfall on any of the (Locations). How will we provide 

water, feed people, keep hospitals open, take care of tourists, open the port, sheltering, 

etc.

34 6 12:45 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) Operations 15

This is (Name) Rental Cars. Our parking lots are full, and we need a place to store 

approximately (#) additional cars? Where can we store them? Can we park them in the 

(Stadium) parking lot?

35 6 12:50 Phone SimCell (911 Dispatcher) ESF 6 6 Follow up if no shelter (Public Service 

Announcement) is issued for special needs.

I am unable to route this (#) to (Command and Control [C&C]). I have a woman on the 

line. She needs assistance with evacuating her parents. Both of them live with her, and 

she needs to evacuate to a shelter. However, her parents need full assistance and care. 

The mother is diabetic on insulin that needs to be refrigerated and is also wheelchair 

bound. The father is on continuous oxygen. She is unable to get any more 

(Water/Oxygen) for her father, and he only has enough to last another (#) hours. Where 

should we tell her to evacuate to?

36 6 12:55 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 8 8

Since hospitals do not store supplies beyond (#) hours; and as a result, we would begin 

to run out of medications and basic supplies by noon on (Month/Day), should we 

stockpile additional supplies and resources?

37 6 13:00 5

Task (General Services Administration [GSA]) to source locations for an (Initial 

Operating Facility [IOF]) of (#) square feet near (City and State) or the (City) Central 

Business District. Do not complete a lease at this time.

38 6 13:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 3 3 (County) does not have debris contracts in place and needs assistance in coordinating 

this to get them in place before landfall Can you help?

39 6 13:05 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 15 15 Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) 

does not go out with advisory information.

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) is getting bombarded with calls 

from locals wondering what they "really" need to prepare themselves for the storm. 

Stores are running low and are out of a lot of items. Where can they go to get 

necessities like batteries, cooking fuel, water?

40 6 13:10 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 7 7

(County) is requesting additional fuel be delivered before landfall in preparation for the 

expected shortage after the storm. Is there any way to coordinate additional deliveries to 

(City) or hospitals, airports, shelters, and other critical facilities?

41 6 13:15 Phone SimCell (City) ESF 1 1

Many tourists have been checking out of their hotels and have headed to the (City) 

International Airport. Most have not confirmed reservation changes. Airport workers are 

overwhelmed, and security is becoming an issue with angry tourists trying to fight for a 

seat home when flights arrive. Please send out a public service announcement that 

visitors without confirmed reservations should not go to the airport. Extra security is 

needed as well. Current estimate shows (#) tourists at (City) at this time. They should 

be advised to stay in their hotels.

42 6 13:20 Phone 8 DoD 5, 8 Links with DoD Inject 85.

We are estimating that the hurricane will result in mass casualties and request Mercy 

be deployed to supply a (#)-bed facility. We will also need staff and supplies necessary 

to operate the facility.

43 6 13:20 Phone SimCell (Prisons) ESF 5 5

This is the warden here at the Federal Detention Center in (City). We have over (#) 

prisoners. Based on what I hear, our facility is going to be flooded by the storm. Should 

we anticipate an evacuation?

44 6 13:25 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 1 1 Follow up if Safe Refuge (Public Service 

Announcement) is not issued.

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) would like to know when we will be 

issuing notice to recreational boaters. The waters are getting rough, and people are 

still going out. The number of 911-related water rescues is climbing.

45 6 13:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 6 6

(State) has offered to open shelters for people who need to evacuate (City/County) and 

other (Locations) in the direct path of the storm. Please advise on whether you will be 

sending evacuees to the (Location) by (Time) today.

46 6 13:35 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 1 1 Can also have individual requests from 

neighbor (Cities/Counties/States).

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) and the neighboring (Locations) 

would like to know when commercial airlines will stop coming to the (Location). Have 

you made contact with them yet? Can you send us an update?

47 6 13:40 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 1 1

We have tourists who have checked out of their hotels and have headed to the (City) 

Airport. Most do not have confirmed reservations. We need (State Coordinating Officer 

[SCO]) to assist us in getting information out to the media, including radio stations here 

in (County) that visitors without confirmed flight reservations should not go to the 

airport

48 6 13:50 (Insert Inject 

Mode)

(Health Care 

Association) ESF 8 8

Hospital capabilities will be limited post landfall. Can medical assets be predeployed? 

Is there any way to place medical supplies on commercial ships so they arrive soon after 

landfall?

49 6 13:50 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 7 7

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) reports retailers’ shelves across 

the (Location) are bare and people are still trying to obtain supplies. What is the status 

of moving supplies from the port to more protected areas? Are there additional supplies 

en route?

50 6 13:55 Phone

SimCell (County 

Emergency Operations 

Center [EOC])

ESF 6 6 Follow up if not contacted with plan to move 

tourists.

Requesting assistance in relocating nearly (#) stranded tourists at the (City) Airport in 

(Location) who are trying to leave but with no confirmed reservations. It will only get 

worse in the next few days. 

51 6 14:00 Handout Control All 5, 15 Weather Package #4: (Month/day) Special Advisory issued with track change.

52 6 14:00 (Insert Inject 

Mode) (Insert "Send From") 12 Report energy status in (State) and with (Location) response resources. Establish generator surge capacity.

53 6 14:00 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 1 1

There are a lot of goods still sitting in containers at the (Location) that need to be 

offloaded and moved to staging areas. Retailers do not want to lose (#) of their goods. 

Do you know if the State or FEMA has staging areas they can use to protect as much 

cargo as possible through the storm?

54 6 14:05 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 13 13

Gas stations are reporting that they need help protecting their facilities from the public. 

The combination of long lines and the fear of running out of supplies is making people 

horde as much gas as they can. People are getting nervous that they are not going to 

get any, so they are trying to cut the line which is making people angry. We need 

additional security and traffic control officers.

55 6 14:10 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 13 7

(Name) Security Company has contacted us and would like to discuss potentially 

contracting their services both pre and postlandfall. Are there funds to procure private 

security services?

56 6 14:15 Phone SimCell (City/County) Operations 8

What is the timetable for the arrival of the Disaster Medical Teams (DMATs), one 

partial Incident Response Coordination Team (IRCT), and one Federal Medical Station 

(FMS)? Will there be a need for (Disaster Mortuary Teams [DMORTs])?

57 6 14:15 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 7 12

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) is reporting several gas stations 

are running low on gas. Can additional deliveries be coordinated prelandfall? How do 

we do this?

58 6 14:20 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 3 3

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) would like to know who the Debris 

Task Force members are and would like to confirm where the staging areas will be for 

the debris clearance teams (people and equipment).

59 6 14:25 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 1 1

We need assistance clearing (#) of abandoned cars on the (Highway #). Traffic is at a 

standstill on the (Highway #), and the situation is worsening. We are overwhelmed and 

so is (City Police Department), so we can not assist at this time. Apparently everyone is 

running out of gas. Can we get (City Police Department) to assist with delivering fuel?

60 6 14:30 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 5 5 (General Service Administration) Contingency Inject.

Has (General Services Administration [GSA]) acquired a facility to serve as the (Initial 

Operating Facility [IOF])?

61 6 14:35 Phone SimCell (City County) ESF 1 1 Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) is 

not issued on transportation to shelters.

Many of the residents in (City) do not have vehicles to get to the opening shelters. We 

need to provide transportation for these people and alert the public as to pick up times? 

Can the bus or tour companies help us move people?

We have several people in the (Location) areas that need transportation to shelters. Are 

there any plans to set up mass transit pick up times for people who do not have vehicles? 

How are we going to let the public know?

62 6 14:40 Phone GSA (General Services 

Administration) ESF 5 5 (General Service Administration) Inject. Logistics specifies types and quantities.

Has GSA been tasked to provide fleet vehicles including buses, pickup trucks, 4 X 4s, 

sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and sedans? We also need material handling equipment to 

be used to offload equipment at staging areas and PODs. Where should we send them?

63 6 14:45 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 10 1 Discussion on alternatives (tow, turn away, tow 

in, etc.). 

The captain of the (Name of Company) radios the Coast Guard that he has main engine 

problems and has to come in to (Location) to make repairs. Parts will arrive in (City) for 

repairs on (Month/Day).

64 6 14:50 Phone/Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 3 7 Follow up if (Public Service Announcement) 

does not go out with advisory information.

We are going to need generators placed at several locations postlandfall. What is the 

process for getting the generators from the warehouses to these designated locations?

65 6 14:55 Phone SimCell (Infrastructure) ESF 7 12 Follow up if response is not returned on status 

of generator support.

(City) Board of Water Supply is requesting generators be prepositioned in installation 

support pump site/booster stations. They are reporting the storm will cause little 

physical damage to the pumps, but without the portable generators for power, the pumps 

will not function

66 6 15:00 5 Establish an Initial Operating Facility (IOF) in (State) plan for (Joint Field Office 

[JFO])

67 6 15:00 15 May not actually be issued as protocol is to 

issue ~(#) hours before landfall. 

Plan to issue Public Service Announcement (PSA) on evacuation order and shelter 

information.

68 6 15:00 5 Will be incorporated into the (Incident Action 

Plan) and associated meeting schedule. 

(State Coordinating Officer [SCO]) to (County Emergency Management Agencies) for 

afternoon meeting.

69 6 9:00AM 5 (Regional Response Coordination Center [RRCC]) conference initiated by State.

70 7 8:00 Handout Control All 5 Scenario read-in IAP and SitRep received

71 7 8:00 Handout Control All 5 Start of Exercise: (Operations Plan [OPLAN]) Phase 2 Operations begin at scenario: 

Landfall + (#) hours

72 7 8:00 Handout Control All 5, 15 Weather Package #4: (Month/Year) AM: warnings dropped (provided at Start of 

Exercise (Month/Day): summary (actual onset, etc.) and weather package "5 clear").

73 7 8:00 Handout Control All 5, 15

Weather Product: Weather summary/situation for exercise time period of landfall 

through (Month/Day) (NOT a package: "fill in gaps" product) Note slowing of storm, 

locational details, etc. Rest of Exercise weather is "real" (National Weather Service 

[NWS]) packages.

74 7 8:00 5

 Activate (Emergency Management Assistance Compact [ EMAC])and applicable 

Memorandums of Understanding [MOUs]/(Memorandum of Agreement [MOAs]).

- Coordinate mass care and temporary housing support to an estimated population of 

(#), including special needs and pets.

- Coordinate evacuation operations (including prioritization).

- Account for, shelter, and initiate evacuations of tourist populations.

- Assess functionality of water distribution systems, and establish emergency water 

distribution.

- Provide fuel at critical locations, plan for restoration of retail fuel delivery process.

- Clear key transportation routes of debris.

- Coordinate deployment of critical resources.

- Deconflict power restoration priorities.

75 7 8:05 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 9 9 Est. victims = (#–#) people 

Search and Rescue support is needed at the following locations: 

- Tourists sheltered in (Location) (Hotel) above 3rd floor with partial collapse and 

debris blocking exits, some trapped in elevator. 

- (City Fire Department) requests (#) type I (Urban Search and Rescue [USAR]) 

teams for operations within (Location).

- Update of Group Care for elderly residents in central (City): residents tried to shelter 

in place but home collapsed. Multiple injuries, and potential trapped victims.

- Structure collapse on (campus), trapping over a hundred people sheltered there. 

- (Retirement Community) reports (#) senior residents are stranded on the upper floors 

of their facility and are unable to use the elevators (power outage) or stairs. 

76 7 8:10 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 8 8 Details on damage for each location found in 

fax to be injected later, and in truth binder.

Hospital Update: We anticipate (#) hospitals were affected by the storm and assume at 

a minimum (#) hospitals lost (#) percent of their windows and (#) are on generator 

power. So far we have received damage reports from the following hospitals and urgent 

care clinics: (Names of Clinics and Hospitals). In addition, the following Urgent Care 

Centers were in the inundation and are closed: the (Names of Clinics and Hospitals). 

77 7 8:20 Phone SimCell (City) ESF 1 1

(City) International Airport remains closed because of debris on the runways. Anticipate 

one runway (in conjunction with (AFB) will be operational under daylight (Visual Flight 

Rules [VFR]) by midday (Month/Day).

78 7 8:30 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 1 1

(City) Harbor: Pier (#) and (#) were inspected and are intact. Depth alongside Piers 

(#) and (#) concurs with charted depth. There are damages to (#) pier-side ramp 

systems and perimeter fencing. A large portable crane used for offloading of cargo has 

mechanical damage to its arm and is nonfunctional, but could be fixed with (#) hours of 

maintenance.

Hurricane Scenario

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)
79

7 8:35 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 11

(City) Harbor is generally clear from the approaches to: (Points). Depths are clear to 

charted depths. At the eastern end of (Point), there is a sheen in close proximity to a 

barge that is resting on a partially sunk (drydock). It is unclear if the source of the sheen 

is the barge, the drydock or something else. 

807 8:40 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 11

Sunken and floating debris make Pier (#) inaccessible, and the piers themselves are 

covered with debris. (#) (Location) Gantry Cranes are damaged and require inspection, 

repair, and testing. There are oil and HazMat releases in the vicinity of Piers (#) and 

(#). The area north of Piers (#) and (#) is impacted by spilled fuel. Southern portion of 

(Location) is covered by a large pond of wastewater.

817 8:45 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88 DoD Inject 46: See (Name) for details and 

additional information

Medical personnel are needed to augment medical facilities in several locations across 

(Location)

827 8:45 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 Cross-check.

The following shelters have reportedly been severely damaged. Search and rescue 

resources are required and transportation to move evacuees is needed. The number of 

injuries at these locations is unknown. The shelters affected include: (Names of 

Shelters).

837 8:50 Fax Control All 5, 15

Situation report (SitRep)-type document 

outlining status of response efforts, shelter 

status, fire/ems/search and rescue, 

transportation, debris clearance status, 

health/medical, HazMat, utility updates.

County perdisreps (Periodic Situation Reports) provided.

847 9:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF127 DoD Inject 51: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. Locals are requesting fuel delivery in order to main essential services.

857 9:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 12 12

DoD Inject 53: This should be injected during 

phone call between the locals and JFO. See 

(Name) for details and additional information.

Due to the power outage on (Location), emergency power is needed to maintain 

emergency water distribution to shelters and key facilities.

867 9:00 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 11 DoD Inject 54: See (Name) for details and 

additional information

Locals request emergency salvage operations for a grounded ship blocking the (Port) 

(City).

877 9:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 3 1, 3 DoD Inject 55: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. Locals request support for debris clearance on impassable highways.

887 9:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 8

8 DoD Inject 56: See 

(Name) for details and 

additional information.

Request for a medical aid station to deploy to (Location). Request support to provide 

immediate care and first aid to windward residents for at least (#) month.

897 9:005 Conference with (City/County/State Emergency Management Agencies). 

907 9:00 ESF 88 Details on damage for each location found in 

fax to be injected later and in truth binder.

Hospital Update: Additional reports from hospitals on the (Locations) have been 

received. The following locations have provided reports of damage to their facilities: 

(Names of Locations)

917 9:005

(Unified Command Group [UCG]) requests plan for the postlandfall evacuation of 

tourists brief: the location of assembly areas, movement to ports of embarkation, and 

throughput estimates for the next (#) days. Include list of damaged hotels that are 

closed. Plans to schedule briefing.

927 9:00 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 15 15 Provide information or a time when it will be provided.

This is (Name), the executive assistant to the Lieutenant Governor. Governor (Name) 

would like to know the current steps being taken to mitigate and ensure the safety of the 

tourists in the (Locations).

937 9:03 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 68

Certain (Points of Distribution [POD]) sites (list) still can not be accessed due to 

debris blocking roadways. The movement of police vehicles is difficult because of 

downed trees, power lines, etc. Need debris clearance team to support first responders.

947 9:06 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 22

(Location) microwave dish is out of alignment and unable to communicate over State's 

radio network to the east of (Location). Need debris cleared on road to (Location) and 

access to restore microwave hub. Additionally, even with generator power, (State 

Coordinating Officer) is still unable to access television or wired Internet. Unable to 

validate messages to the public or access information sites.

957 9:09 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 44

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) reports approximately (#) percent 

of heavy equipment has been damaged in the storm and is unusable across the 

(Location). Alternative vehicles are needed for victim transport, firefighting, and other 

functions

967 9:12 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 44

Fire Stations (#s) buildings damaged due to 

water and wind. Details in perdisrep and truth 

binder

Fire station status: Stations (#s) had equipment moved prior to impact, but stations are 

not functional. (List attached).

977 9:15 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 37

Fuel task force assigned responsibility. 

Potential tasks for (Defense Logistics Agency) 

and GSA.

Limited supplies of generator fuel at (#) air fields. Provide an update on when to expect 

generator fuel resupply. Neighbor (Locations) affected with no fuel/oil. (County) 

requests additional aviation fuel to resupply airport in support of air frames prestaged in 

(City) airports prior to landfall. 

987 9:18 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 66

We have had reports that many shelters are overcrowded and some evacuees have to be 

turned away. We can't seem to get a message out on where they should go or how they 

should get there. Many are trying to go back to their homes, and it may not be safe for 

them.

997 9:21 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 11 (Bridge) is closed pending inspection. There is visual damage (cracks in surface) and 

foundation compromise.

1007 9:24 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 10 10 Oil pipelines at (Location) are damaged. Spills are minimal, but there is no access to 

any fuel stored on (Location). 

1017 9:27 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 The windows have blown out of the (City/State) Convention Center, but it is otherwise 

still intact. It is unsafe to take in additional people until the glass and debris are cleared. 

1027 9:305

DoD Inject 52: If this does not happen, need to 

put in a contingency inject. See (Name) for 

details and additional information for 

contingency inject.

(State) submits an (Action Request Form [ARF]) to FEMA (Region #) for support with 

the manifest and movement of evacuees from the assembly areas to the airport of 

embarkation (APOE) and seaport of embarkation (SPOE).

1037 9:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 DoD Inject 57: See (Name) for details and 

additional information

Locals are requesting tent city shelter space for (#) civilian displaced hurricane 

victims

1047 9:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 65 Details on each neighborhood found in fax to 

be injected at (Time) and in truth binder.

Housing Update: 

- So far we have reports of significant damage to residential structures due to wind and 

flooding in (City/County/State). 

- Additional reports of damage to residences in (City/County/State). Casualties not 

known, but search and rescue efforts may be necessary.

- (#) homes on (City/County/State) damaged by (Stream) overtopping its banks.

- There are four major landslides and mudslides reported in (Location) that have 

destroyed numerous houses.

1057 9:33 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 98 Details on damage for each location found in 

fax to be injected later and in truth binder.

The following Urgent Care Centers closed except for triage and stabilization in their 

parking lots: (Locations); however, (Highway) is still closed. 

1067 9:36 Fax SimCell (City and County) ESF 2

2

(State) telecommunications field unit reports on current assessment of landline and 

Internet service status: (Location) central office cable vault flooded by storm surge. CO 

Switch is operational, but (#) cables are wet. Some fiber-based services operational, 

but unstable. Should be operational within (#) hours. Multiple pole lines down due to 

high winds. Equipment shortages (poles) and debris cleanup will delay restoration; 

estimated repair time is (#) weeks. Isolated MXU (remote switching equipment in the 

field) outages due to power outage. Restoration pending debris clearing and placing of 

portable generators. Request assistance for debris clearance and generators. At the 

(Location) (Supply and Logistics), the storm surge caused major flooding to facility. 

Having problem providing equipment for restoration, may require (#) days for 

restoration. 

1077 9:39 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 11 Fax list of ships from (Name) document if 

asked for specific information.

The (Shipping Companies) have ships queued up for bringing their ships into (City) 

after the storm. There are (#) ships operating within very high frequency (VHF) range 

of (City) and are awaiting offload instructions. What is the priority order for these 

ships?

1087 9:42 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 17 Provide a status on the (Location).

This is (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). With the (Location) 

being damaged, could you provide a timeframe for receiving goods into the port to be 

distributed here as well as shipped off to the other (Location)? What other options do 

we have?

1097 9:45 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#)6

The assistant manager at the (Location) reports that about over (#) evacuees are 

looking for a place to stay but that the hotel is at capacity. Where can they go? The hotel 

also reported that they are having sewage backups throughout the property. 

1107 9:48 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 77 (General Services Announcement) Inject. 

Logistics coordination.

Task (General Services Administration [GSA]) and DoD to locate potential Federal 

Operations Staging Areas ([#] acres of land plus [#] square feet of warehouse 

buildings) on the West Coast and (State). Lease term of six months firm with month-tomonth options up to a total of (#) months.

1117 9:51 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#)8

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) expects casualty numbers to rise. 

They estimate the window of survivability of those trapped in debris is (#) hours. In 

addition, the leeward coast reports dozens of bodies washing up on shore and interred 

remains at cemeteries washed from graves. Exact number not known, but it appears to 

be several hundred. Request deployment of cadaver dogs, DMORTs and identification 

of hasty mortuary sites.

1127 9:54 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 22

ESF 2 will coordinate with Department of 

Accounting and General Services to provide 

the requested support.

This is (Name) from (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). We need 

assistance with repairs to an undersea cable at (Beach Name) Beach reported to be 

badly damaged that could affect emergency communications severely. 

1137 9:57 Phone SimCell (Hospitals) ESF 88

Hospital Update: After (#) hours, hospitals report in that only 800mHz radios and a few 

satellite phones are operational. (#) other forms of communication are down. Several 

hospitals are able to triage and treat victims to a limited degree. (#) hospitals held 

some staff in place. Hospitals are just identifying capabilities and have staff that were 

held over but will need restaffing in (#) hours.

1147 10:002

If this does not happen by (Time) need to inject 

a contingency from counties to initiate the call. 

Also need to make sure at the end of this call 

they have established a call schedule with two 

calls per day. 

(State) initiates a call with the counties.

1157 10:005 DoD Inject 73: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. (Area) establishes a Base Support Installation (BSI) at (Airfield).

1167 10:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 6, 13 6, 13 Cross-check with shelter sheet.

Security problems at several shelters (Schools). Evacuees are stealing blankets and 

food from each other and large fights are breaking out. Request additional security 

presence. 

1177 10:03 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 12 12

(Electric Company Name) reports city transmission lines in (City) have sustained 

damage to several lines, but at least one line section may be functional within a week to 

service the city area up to (Shopping Center). The subtransmission system has 

sustained substantial damage to many pole lines, but temporary repairs can be made in 

some areas. Estimated repair time: Several days to (#) to (#) weeks, depending on the 

area and severity of damage. Distribution system has sustained substantial damage to 

many pole lines, but areas with underground facilities have minimal damage. Most 

residences are without power throughout the (Location).

1187 10:06 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 44 List location. There are reports of a high rise fire in (Location), and there is no water at the hydrant. 

Are there any Federal resources available to contain this fire?

1197 10:09 Phone GSA (General Services 

Administration) ESF 7

7

(General Service Administration) Inject. This 

is to supplement ESF 3 mission. Logistics will 

provide locations for distribution.

Task (General Services Administration [GSA]) to provide bottled water in small 

containers of approximately (#) liter each. Estimated quantities of (#) liters per day for a 

period of (#) days. Have these been tasked to you yet?

1207 10:12 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#) 11

ESF 19 will coordinate with (State Emergency 

Management Agency) to provide requested 

resources.

This is (Name) from (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). There are 

hundreds of stray animals running free in various areas of (City) and the (Location). 

Could you please coordinate this request to provide any assistance needed to catch and 

shelter these animals so they can be reunited with their owners.

1217 10:15 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 33 Unable to make repairs to damaged roads. 

(Plant Name) unable to make asphalt at plant in (Location) due to hurricane damage. In 

addition, the (Name) Asphalt facility located between Piers (#) and (#) at (Location) 

Harbor is also damaged. Expected time to repair both facilities is (#) months.

1227 10:18 Phone SimCell (City County) ESF 11

(City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) volunteers report sections of 

(Highway) in the (Area) are covered with sand and debris. In addition, mud, debris, and 

standing water have caused road closures in (Locations). Area residents are 

requesting help in clearing the mud and debris. Transportation road crews have been 

requested to assist with debris clearance.

1237 10:21 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 66

ESF 6 will coordinate with (City/County 

Emergency Management Agency) to provide 

tents to various locations around the 

(City/County/State).

This is (Name) from (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) contacting 

you with a (Request for Federal Assistance [RFA]) for support of (#) residents that 

have been displaced in (Location). Tents and other sources of sheltering are needed 

for residents. 

1247 10:24 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 77

ESF 7 will coordinate with (State Emergency 

Management Agency) to provide requested This is (Name) from (City) requesting (#) bulldozers to assist in debris cleanup in 

downtown area of (City).

1257 10:27 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 15 15 Provide information or a time when it will be 

provided

This is (Name), Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator (Name). When can we expect a formal 

briefing on the situation for the (Location)?

1267 10:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 9 4, 9

(City Fire Department [FD]) reports a house collapsed on neighborhood rescuers while 

trying to extract trapped family members and neighbors. (#) dead, over (#) injured. 

Search and rescue assistance is needed.

1277 10:33 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 65 (Area) stream topped its banks and flooded (Elementary School). 

1287 10:36 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 22

(#) percent of the cellular network is inoperable because of relay tower outages. Text 

message capability is extremely sporadic, and no voice communications are available. 

Approximately (#) percent of cell sites in (Location) have backup battery or generator 

power available. (#) percent of sites and towers are down because of flooding and wind 

damage, with debris blocking access for repairs and generator startups for the site. 

(Communications Company) cellular service reports that the MCS (mobile cellular 

switch) is on generator backup with only (#) days of fuel. Several cell sites in (Location) 

are down because of transport issues (either [Name] Telcom/Time Warner/AT&T 

Microwave). Need estimate from them on time to recovery. There are tower failures 

affecting microwave hops. Microwave dish alignment or cellular antenna failures. 

Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint/Nextel all report widespread outages, time to repair is 

unknown. Debris blocks many cell relay tower locations, making repairs difficult. 

1297 10:39 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 12 12

Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder and should be called in as 

updates or faxed if players do not call back for 

more detail. 

(Electric Company Name) reports the entire (Location) power outage will take 

approximately (#) days to repair and reports there is damage to the following power 

plants: (Locations). Extensive damage throughout (Location), downed poles and debris 

issues are hindering access to areas.

1307 10:42 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 15 15

This is the Governor's Office calling.(He/she) would like talking points on the temporary 

housing strategy to transition from tents on lawns to something more livable. Need 

talking points by (Time).

1317 10:455 DoD Inject 76: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. (Area) establishes a (Base Support Installation [BSI]) at (Location).

1327 10:455 DoD Inject 77: See (Name) for details and 

additional information.

Request for Joint Logistics Over the Shore (JLOTS). FEMA assigns this mission to 

DoD, drafts an (Marshalling Area), and sends it to the (District Corps of Engineers) 

for validation

1337 10:45 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10

Wastewater/HazMat Update:

- More than (#) gallons of untreated sewage overflowed from a manhole near 

(Highway). The sewer main was blocked with pieces of lumber, plastic bags, and 

grease. Some of the spill flowed into nearby (Name) Park. It is unknown how the foreign 

objects got into the sewage system. While the rain didn’t cause the spill, it contributed 

to the volume. - (Wastewater Treatment Plant), (#) (Highway). About (#) gallons of partially treated 

wastewater spilled when injection wells at the plant overflowed. The wastewater had 

been filtered and disinfected. Some of it ran into an adjacent ravine. - (Golf Course), (Address) . An estimated (#) to (#) gallons of untreated sewage 

overflowed from a manhole on the driving range of the military golf course. The 

wastewater was confined to the driving range. - (Locations) Roughly (#) gallons of untreated sewage flowed from a manhole. The spill 

occurred where the city sewage system that serves (City) joins the privately operated 

(system).

1347 10:48 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88

Details on numbers of evacuations for each 

location are found in fax to be injected later, 

and in truth binder.

Buses, handi-trans, ambulances with diminished capacity because of being relocated 

out of inundation zone, debris blocking roads, downed power lines. What is the plan for 

medical evacuation? Currently we have patients needing evacuation for: Staff at 

Assisted Living Facility in (Clinics and Area Hospitals). Will they be evacuated on a 

single flight, or will they be trickled over time? How long will it be before they are 

evacuated? 

1357 10:51 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 99 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Search and rescue resources are requested for the following shelter locations. Walls 

at these locations have failed as a result of damage related to the storm: (Locations). 

Mass casualties are expected 

1367 10:54 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF (#)8 The hotel manager at (Hotel) estimates that (#) guests were injured during the storm 

from debris and need first aid supplies. 

1377 10:57 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 22

(Name of Communications) reports moderate damage to underground transmission 

lines. Also linked to (Name of Communications), and where our system is linked to 

theirs, we have lost service in those areas as well. Debris blocking access to certain 

facilities. Need access to roads not yet open to public to reach equipment. 

1387 11:00 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 12 12

Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder and should be called in as 

updates or faxed if players do not call back for 

more detail 

Transmission lines in (Locations) have suffered extensive damage and downed poles 

and debris issues hindering access to areas. (Electric Company) Transmission Lines 

(#) were not impacted.

1397 11:03 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 33

ESF 3 will coordinate with Department of 

Accounting and General Services to provide 

the requested support.

(Name) here with (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). We need 

engineering support, and additional pumps and equipment are needed to support 

operations of pumping several reservoirs to safe levels.

1407 11:06 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 10 10

ESF 10 will coordinate with Department of 

Health to address situation and provide 

resources.

This is (Name) at Chevron. A collapsed structure and tank has created a major refinery 

fuel spill. We need assistance as the spill is too large for us to handle with our internal 

HazMat team.

1417 11:09 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#) 15

ESF 17 will coordinate with Department of 

Business, Economic Development, and 

Tourism to address requested support.

This is (Name) with the (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) with a 

(Request for Federal Assistance [RFA]). There are (#) tourists that would like to 

continue their vacation but want to move to the (Location) which was not impacted as 

greatly as other areas by the hurricane.

1427 11:12 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 17 Provide a status on the (Location).

This is (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). We are running low on 

basic essentials that we normally get from (City) Harbor. When can we expect to begin 

receiving supplies in from the damaged (Location)?

1437 11:15 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 11 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Road Update: Debris Blocked: Most arteries in (City) (Highway) in (Location) viaduct, 

(Highway) near (Beach), large sinkhole covering two lanes on the (Location) bound 

side of the (Highway) before (Tunnel). Landslide Blocked: (Highway) in both directions 

near (lighthouse), (Highway) at (Location).

1447 11:18 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88

All free standing dialysis centers are not operational due to power outage. (Army 

Medical Center) has dedicated generators for its dialysis unit and can take some of the 

load from other centers. Transportation to (Hospital) will be an issue due to debris. Can 

you verify?

1457 11:21 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 15 15 Provide information or a time when it will be 

provided.

This is (City) Councilman (Name). Could you please provide us a current status report 

on the progress of the State and Federal coordination of the emergency response?

1467 11:24 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 99 (City Fire Department) requests (#) additional type II (Urban Search and Rescue 

[USAR]) teams.

1477 11:27 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 5 15 (Government of Country) requests status report of (Name of) nationals in (Location). 

1487 11:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

The terminals in the (Locations) are interlinked and receive products or load barges 

over Pier (#) and (#). Jet fuel is brought in by the (Fueling Facilities Corporation) at 

(Location) in (Location). The company operates a terminal that is linked into storage 

across the (Location) as well as tanks at the airport. These systems were in the 

inundation zone and were damaged. The pipeline and riser system for (Location) is 

damaged from an apparent impact by a heavy object. A full assessment will be 

required. Estimated time of repair: (#) months.

1497 11:33 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF (#) 13 Will need to make up capacity on the fly if 

inquiries come in. 

The following hotels in neighbor (Locations) are not at capacity and are willing to take 

tourists from (Location) if they would like to continue their vacations in another location. 

The hotels will charge them the same rate they were getting in (Location) (Hotels) and 

(Resorts). Are there any (Transportation Systems) still willing to transport tourists? 
150

7 11:36 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) 5, 14

Private Sector Update:

- (#) businesses along (Location) suffered major wind and rain damages. Owners are 

requesting assistance to clear debris.

- We have reports that in (Location), (#) basement parking garages along (Name) 

Avenue have been flooded by seawater, the (City) Country Club reports four feet of 

standing water on the majority of their property, and the (Shopping Center) suffered 

heavy flooding in the lower parking level. Sand and debris have clogged many storm 

drains. Sump pumps are inoperable because of the power outage. Windows and glass 

sliding doors from hotels and commercial buildings are blown out.

- Forty businesses in the (Location) area have been damaged by high winds and 

standing flood waters.

- The (Institute) and (University) have been damaged by the (Stream) overtopping its 

banks.

1517 11:39 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 6

6

Shelter manager from (High School) reports that they took in a rush of evacuees just 

after the storm. They are currently housing (#) people. Many of them are in need of 

medications that they could not bring or they lost in the storm (insulin, blood pressure, 

inhalers, etc.) and other first aid. We need more hygiene kits. In addition, we have about 

(#) people who need evacuation for medical attention. (#) person is on continuous 

oxygen, one person needs dialysis, (#) people with pretty bad looking fractures, (#) 

elderly complaining of chest pains and difficulty breathing, and (#) with pretty bad 

lacerations that we are having trouble stopping the bleeding from. 

1527 11:42 Phone GSA (General Services 

Administration) ESF 7

7 (General Services Administration) Inject: 

Logistics coordinates the requirements.

Task ESF 11, (Defense Logistics Agency [DLA]) and/or (General Services 

Administration [GSA]) to purchase (Meals-Ready-to-Eat [MREs]), tray packs, and/or 

bulk food for distribution by mass care. Provide sufficient quantity to support (###,###) 

population for (#) days. Is this being coordinated?

1537 11:45 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 6 13

Incorporation into Mass Communication Plan. 

Establish delivery method: meal or bulk. 

Educate (State Travel/Visitor Industry) on 

distribution plan (Points of Distribution) bulk 

delivery 

(Area Tourist Agency) requests support for tourists at many hotels. Need prepared 

meals as much as possible. Hotels don't have any method to cook. (#) people will need 

to be fed in (City) hotels each day. Delivery must start the morning of (Month/Day). 

1547 11:48 Phone SimCell (County) ESF (#) 13 ESF (#) will coordinate with DOD to provide 

the requested support.

This is (Name) with (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency). Can you 

provide security support for (Location)?

1557 11:51 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF (#)8

ESF (#) will coordinate with (State Emergency 

Management Agency) to provide requested 

resources.

This is Dr. (Name) with a request for assistance. The (City) morgue is at capacity, 

and with a large number of deceased from (Hurricane) there is a need for (#) 

refrigerated containers.

1567 11:54 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10

Chevron tank farm at Pier (#) has several (Size/#)-gallon tanks shifted off their bases. 

Contents have spilled into (City) Harbor, and empty tanks are sitting on (Highway). The 

related oil spill will impact port restoration operations and will require immediate 

containment and cleanup. The tanks contained diesel, Jet-A, and gasoline.

1577 11:57 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 1

1 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Road Update: Flooding: (Highway) near (Beach Park) and between (City) and (City), (Street) (City) in the (Location) area. Two right-side lanes on the (Freeway), 

westbound.

1587 12:00 Phone GSA (General Services 

Administration) ESF 7

7

(General Services Administration) Inject. 

Logistics will set up a fuel task force, provide 

POD location, and arrange coordination 

activities between (United State Army Corps of 

Engineers), (Defense Logistics Agency), 

(General Services Administration), and others. 

Fuel task force assigned responsibility. 

Potential tasks for (Defense Logistics Agency) 

and (General Services Administration).

Has Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) been tasked to augment fuel deliveries by 

contracting with (Location) sources? Expedite deliveries to arrive within (#) days. Have 

fuel asset contracts with private sector been written? Is there an established fuel 

reimbursement process in place? Have fuel tanks, bladders, and transport vehicles 

been located to supplement existing fuel delivery points of distribution (PODs). What is 

the status of supplementing delivery to the PODs?

1597 12:155

(Unified Command Group [UCG]) requests brief on the port assessment, strategy to 

maintain continuity, and throughput estimates for the next (#) days. Plans to schedule 

briefing

1607 12:20 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 11 Provide a status on the (Location). This is (City/County Emergency Management Agency). Do we have an idea of when we 

can obtain additional fuel since ships are unable to offload at the port? 

1617 12:25 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 86 Provide requested information or resources.

We have several people at the (Shelter) who did not bring enough insulin to last more 

than (#) days. We have none here to provide. Can you send someone or tell me where 

we could go to get them help?

1627 12:30 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 33 Where? Prioritize? Cross-reference.

(State) Board of Water Supply reports there is no significant damage to physical 

infrastructure. However, the electric power outage requires generators to power the 

pumps. There is critical need for (#) portable generators to be deployed, installed, and 

refueled on regular basis to keep power system operational. 

1637 12:35 Phone GSA (General Services 

Administration) ESF 7 15 (General Services Administration) Inject. Request (General Services Administration [GSA]) to report status of Federal buildings in (Location) and the other (Locations)

1647 12:40 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 11

(Boat) harbor is closed because of (#) capsized boats and other floating and sunken 

debris in the water. Twenty-one boats are damaged, capsized, and aground at 

(Location). Boat owners are requesting help in salvaging operations. The (State) Yacht 

Club needs help clearing (#) berths that have sunken boats in them. Are there any 

public resources to help the private sector? Can we get assistance in handling influx of 

citizens coming into the harbor and wharves to check on property?

1657 12:45 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 11 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Road Update: Debris Blocked: (Freeway) by (Location). Blocked: Roads in (Location) 

are impassible due to standing flood waters, sections of (Highway) from are closed 

due to standing water and clogged storm drains.

1667 12:50 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF (#) 13

A majority of the hotels in (Location) are without power as their generators flooded. 

Guests are on the higher floors, but hotels do not have a way to feed all of the guests or 

provide water for another (#) hours. First aid supplies are needed immediately. In 

addition, guests are getting anxious and want to contact their families to let them know 

they are okay. The guests would like to know how long until they can go home or what 

their options are for leaving (Location). Can we send them to other (Locations)? What 

other news should we provide them?

1677 12:55 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 The shelters are beyond capacity. Where are the tents? We need some kind of cover for 

these people to sleep under

1687 13:00 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 55 Government of (Country) offers to send (Country's) defense forces to assist with 

(Search and Rescue [SAR]) and disaster relief. 

1697 13:00 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 77 DoD Inject 49: See (Name) for details and 

additional information

Locals are requesting support producing potable water at the rate of (#)-gallons/day in 

(Location).

1707 13:05 Phone SimCell (Governor's 

Office) ESF 15 15 Provide information or a time for a briefing. This is Deputy Chief of Staff (Name) calling from the Office of the Governor. The Chief of staff would like to be briefed on what the status of the response is.

1717 13:10 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 77 What is the status of potable water staging? How much do you anticipate we will have 

for each (Point of Distribution [POD])? Have purifications units been requested? 

1727 13:15 Phone SimCell (Police 

Department) ESF 13 13

(City) Police Department requests additional security or law enforcement assistance 

for the following: 

- Looting at the damaged Wal-Mart and other stores in (Location).

- Searching for (#) inmates missing from the (Location) Community Correctional 

Center.

- Responding to the several reports have been received from shelters regarding 

assaults. 

1737 13:20 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

Port Update:

- Service lines for supplying fresh and salt water and compressed air located at Pier (#) 

have sustained an unknown amount of damage and must be surveyed before returning to 

operation.

- (Company) reports that several of their wheeled, ground, and refrigerated containers 

originally located on the Pier (#) have been displaced and several are now floating or 

sunk in the harbor. 

- The fish handling supplies have been lost, disabling the capabilities of Piers (#) to 

operate. Pier (#) has suffered structural damage and is leaning into the harbor. 

Mudslides at the rear of Pier (#) have blocked a lane of the (Highway).

- At Pier (#) lumber, automobiles, and other miscellaneous items are blocking access 

to the piers. Loading and offloading equipment has been significantly damaged. A 

neighboring structure was on fire, and the remains of the structure are still smoldering.

- At Pier (#), vegetative debris and damaged trucks are blocking the transfer rails for 

the marine railway.

- Cargo containers have been knocked off their stacks at the (Location) Container 

Terminal and will need to be restacked.

1747 13:25 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder. The following shelters have reported they are still able to hold evacuees: (High School).

1757 13:30 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 11 11

Shipment of food arriving by air from (Country) needs to know what coordination is 

needed to clear customs and (United States Department of Agriculture [USDA]) 

criteria

1767 13:35 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 83 (Department of Health) provides information on 

avoiding contamination and water safety.

Residents in (Location) report the sewer is backed up and pouring out onto the street. 

Request assistance on providing information to the public on what they should do if they 

see raw sewage backups.

1777 13:40 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 17 13 (Hotel) sustained damages to many units from flying debris. The rain also caused water 

damage to many of those units. The hotel is displacing over (#) tourists.

1787 13:50 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10

Numerous small hazardous material spills from flooded household materials and 

orphaned containers have been reported/observed by first responders in (Location). 

Need HazMat team to recover those materials presenting high health risk. 

1797 13:55 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Shelter Update: The following shelters have reported some minor damage and injuries; 

however, they are still able to hold evacuees: (University) and (High School).

1807 14:00 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 22

(Radio) Transmitting Facility was damaged by high winds. (Radio Station #) radio 

tower is toppled over, dented, and is not repairable. Additionally, there are (#) cell sites 

down in (Location). (Communications Company) requests debris removal on route to 

all cell sites, and fuel service for generators. 

1817 14:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 8 8, 11 DoD Inject 130: See (Name) for details and 

additional information.

Local officials request the spraying of pesticides to control the mosquito population. 

Flooding has left many areas prime for mosquitoes to breed, and there is a fear of 

mosquitoes passing diseases with the increased standing water. Local authorities and 

companies who normally spray need assistance to cover all the areas in (Location).

1827 14:00 Fax Control All 5, 15

SitRep-type document outlining status of 

response efforts, shelter status, 

fire/ems/search and rescue, transportation, 

debris clearance status, health/medical, 

HazMat, utility updates.

County perdisreps (Periodic Situation Reports) provided.

1837 14:007

Fuel task force assigned responsibility. 

Potential tasks for (Defense Logistics Agency) 

and (General Services Administration).

Fuel demand for hospital generators outweighs supply. Need to prioritize deliveries. 

1847 14:05 Phone SimCell (Political) ESF 5 15 (President of the United States [POTUS]) plans to visit (Location) to ensure FEMA is 

meeting obligations

1857 14:10 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 8

6 Coordinate to provide requested resource. This is the Shelter Manager at the (shelter). Our shelter as well as other shelters on 

the (Location) need any available nurses to provide adequate medical support services.

1867 14:15 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 13 13 (Location) Community Correctional Center reports that they need correctional officers 

to backfill slots for employees who have not shown up for work.

1877 14:20 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 8

8 Provide requested information or resources.

We have volunteers helping with the debris cleanup, and several have sustained minor 

cuts and scrapes from the debris out here. They are a little concerned because they are 

not sure they remember the last time they had a tetanus shot. Is there somewhere to can 

go or someone who can come out and give us the shot so they can continue assisting?

1887 14:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 86

Requests for medical support of (ESF #), in LIST shelters. Many injuries have showed 

up looking for medical care. Certain shelters are not able to adequately assist the 

special needs persons that have arrived.

1897 14:35 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 12 12

Numerous power lines, telephone poles, and trees are down in sections from 

(Location). (Electric Company) is overwhelmed. Need additional electrical repair 

crews. 

1907 14:40 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

ESF 1 will coordinate with Department of 

Transportation to take appropriate actions to 

address situation.

This is the (Name) from (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency), we 

need assistance to address the major rockslide caused by heavy rain that’s blocking 

(Highway) and cutting off traffic to the (Location) from (Location). 

1917 14:45 Phone SimCell (City) ESF 10 1, 10

Tank farm at airport (Jet [Alpha]) lost secondary containment and some portion of (#) 

gallons jet fuel capacity spilled on and around airport. May impact the restoration of 

airport operations if not removed promptly. Assessment needed. 

1927 14:50 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 8

6 Provide requested resources.

This is (Name) at the (Shelter). We have several elderly citizens who had to evacuate 

quickly and were unable to bring along all their possessions. Can you provide 

wheelchairs walkers etc ?

1937 14:55 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 6, 13 6, 13 Additional request for security support for the shelters: (High School), (Middle School) 

have all reported several instances of fighting for supplies and thefts.

1947 15:00 5, 8 (City) (Department of Health) has requested deployment of (#) additional (Disaster 

Medical Assistance Teams [DMATs])

1957 15:00 Phone SimCell (Concerned 

Citizen) ESF 6

6 List shelters. In 

(Location), all shelters were damaged by wind and flooding and can not house 

evacuees. Current evacuees need to find different shelters. Where can they go? 

1967 15:00 1, 5 Inject capabilities and assessment information. Establish port operations strategy (feed in capabilities and assessment).

1977 15:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 103 Verify with (Board of Water Supply [BWS]).

Water treatment facilities are unable to operate. Time to restoration: unknown. Broken 

water valves have drained the system in residential areas, disrupting service to 

(Locations). Further, three key well sites are nonfunctional because of damage (List). 

Also water tankers and buffalos will be needed to distribute water.

1987 12:005 DoD Inject 91: See (Name) for details and 

additional information

FEMA requests implementation of (United States Army Corps of Engineers [USACE]) 

generator installation contracts

1997 13:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88 DoD Inject 93: See 

(Name) for details and 

additional information.

State and local assets are depleted, and they cannot support medical evacuation 

(medevac) requests from (Location). ESF (#) received a request for rotary wing 

support to medevac hurricane victims from the town of (Location) to medical facilities on 

(Location) or other (Locations).

2008 8:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88 DoD Inject 135: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. Locals are requesting assistance with mortuary affairs.

2018 8:05 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 33 Oil trucks can’t get to refinery due to traffic-clogged roads. Need police to open route to 

fuel tanks at (Location) refineries and prioritize routes to distribution points.

2028 8:10 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66

Many shelters are running out of potable water and supplies. When will more supplies 

be coming in from the (Location)? There is a need for food, blankets, first aid supplies, 

and hygiene kits.

2038 8:155 DoD Inject 136: See (Name) for details and 

additional information.

FEMA assigns this mission to DoD, drafts a (Mission Assignment [MA]) to assist with 

the strategic airlift of FEMA commodities, and sends it to the (Defense Coordinating 

Officer [DCO/E]) for validation

2048 8:15 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 13 13

(Location) airfield reports crowd of hundreds of civilians seeking food and shelter at 

front gate. In addition, thousands of others are congregating outside of fire houses 

looking for medical aid, food, water and where to go find shelter. 

2058 8:20 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 66 (Electric Company) requests base camp space for (#) linemen arriving from (Location) 

and priority sheltering for family members. 

2068 8:25 Phone

SimCell (State Tourist 

Association Emergency 

Operations Center 

[EOC])

ESF (#)7

Identify power teams to assess specific 

generator requirements. If (City) (Department 

of Emergency Management) is not playing, 

they should be simulated so this request can 

be delivered to the (City Emergency 

Operations Center).

Initial assessment of tourist population reports (#) tourists in hotels on (Location) (#) 

percent of hotels are without emergency power for elevators. (#) tourists are special 

needs. Request generator support for elevators.

2078 8:30 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 17 Provide a status on the (Location). This is (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) . When can we expect the 

(Location) to be operational so that we can receive fuel and supplies?

2088 8:35 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 11

(Company Name) barges and (State)Tug and Barge were generally successful in 

conducting storm evasion, but the following barges were damaged: (Location)(#-ton 

barge), (Location) (#-ton barge), (Location) (#-ton barge).

2098 8:40 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 12 12 (#) power poles and (#) cherry pickers arrive at (Location). (Electric Company) 

requests assistance in getting supplies to (City). 

2108 8:45 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

Port Update:

- (City) Fire Department reports that the building located on Pier (#) that provides 

accommodations and a headquarters for the fire boat crew has collapsed.

- Pier (#) has been completely blocked by floating debris. A (#)-ft. access roadway that 

extends across the inner slip has been washed out.

- Several piers along (Location) have suffered severe structural damage. Fishing 

vessels, equipment, and supplies have been lost or damaged. Structures on the wharf to 

include the former cannery and the (Name) Restaurant have been inundated with flood 

waters.

- Parking lot areas at the foot of (Name) Streets have been consumed by debris and 

vessels washed up on shore blocking inland access to Pier (#).

- On the East Side of (Location) Drainage Canal, below (highway) Bridge, Pier (#) has 

been completely washed out.

- At Pier (#) a transit shed used for storage and automobile parking has been washed 

out scattering equipment and supplies across the piers and leaving abandoned vehicles 

blocking portions of Pier (#).

2118 8:50 Fax Control All 5, 15

SitRep-type document outlining status of 

response efforts, shelter status, 

fire/ems/search and rescue, transportation, 

debris clearance status, health/medical, 

HazMat, utility updates.

County perdisreps (Periodic Situation Reports) provided.

2128 8:55 Phone SimCell (Hospitals) ESF 88

Hospital Update: Generator fuel is running low in most medical facilities. Satellite 

phone batteries are wearing down and medical supplies are running low in ALL 

hospitals. The four (Hospital) medical equipment cached (Location) has been damaged 

and cannot be relied on; incomplete inventory makes gap analysis difficult. Need basic 

first aid supplies, as well as intravenous fluids, emergency room supplies, general 

hospital supplies. Expect supplies of most materials will run out in approximately (#) 

hours.

2138 9:00 SimCell (City and County)5 DoD Inject 138: See (Name) for details and 

additional information.

A medium-lift rotary wing asset is needed to be on standby for personnel transport. 

FEMA assigns this mission to DoD, drafts an MA to provide a medium-lift rotary wing 

asset to be on standby for personnel transport, and sends it to the (District Corps of 

Engineers) for validation

2148 9:00 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10

(Company Name) reports that a major pipeline that carries Jet Fuel-A from Pier (#) 

storage tanks on the opposite side of (Location) basin west of (Name) Road has 

suffered damage. Based on visual evidence and smell, there is a large area of 

contaminated soil that will need to be remediated.

2158 9:05 Phone

SimCell (Department of 

Education and 

Department Operations 

Center)

ESF 66

(Education Officer) (State Coordinating 

Officer) work with 

(Department of Education 

Department Operations Center) to give a 

timeframe for school reopening; (Name of 

School) (Department of Education). 

School Issues:

- (Name) Assistant Superintendent of (Department of Education), requests a timeline 

when all schools presently used as a shelter will be released and school operations will 

begin assessment. (State) presently under (Name) consent decree, special needs 

children need to have their instructional time resumed or severe penalties will result.

- (School) principal requests a time when their postponed commencement exercise on 

(Month/Day) can be held. 

 -Summer school starts on (Day/Month/Year). When will the schools used as shelters 

be closed in order to open the summer program?

2168 9:10 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#)6 Several Hotels like the (Name) (Location) Resort and Spa report that their hotels are 

being flooded with evacuees, many with pets, and that they do not have room for them. 

2178 9:15 Phone

SimCell (Disaster 

Mortuary Operational 

Response Team 

[DMORT])

ESF (#)8

Provide additional (Disaster Mortuary Teams) 

and coordinate with (State Coordinating 

Officer) to provide for storage of remains.

This is (Name) from the Region (#) (Disaster Mortuary Response Team [DMORT]). 

We need assistance in identifying the cemeteries in (Location) that were in the 

inundation zone and how many bodies you believe were exposed. 

2188 9:20 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF (#)9

ESF 9 will coordinate with (State Emergency 

Management Agency) to provide resources 

and take appropriate actions.

This is (Name) with (Command and Control [C&C]). I have a (Request for Federal 

Assistance [RFA]) for a (Urban Search and Rescue [USAR]) team to investigate, 

locate, and extricate possible survivors. There are a number of missing hikers in the 

vicinity of (Location) who have been scavenging for food after the storm. 

2198 9:25 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 33

The (Location) Ice plant at Pier (#) was destroyed. Combined with the loss of electrical 

power, the port refrigeration storage capability is unavailable. Estimated time to repair: 

(#) months

2208 9:30 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 88 The blood bank is running low on their blood supplies and is in need of about (#) donors 

and blood donation supplies to help hospitals donate blood.
221

8 9:35 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 86

Shelter Update: 

- LIST shelter sustained severe flood damage in parts of campus. (Location) special 

needs evacuees need to be transported to another location with the capabilities to care 

for them. - (Name) Center reports that the shelter is at full capacity, housing (#) evacuees. The 

facilities are to take care of more special needs patients than they are currently housing, 

but other evacuees are using those spaces. Can they be moved anywhere? 

- Over (#) people with pets are looking for shelter. The owners will not leave their pets, 

where can they go? 

2228 9:40 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 66

(American Red Cross)/FEMA provide 

information on organizing. (American Red 

Cross) International or USAID may be able to 

assist 

Request technical assistance in organizing encampment and tent cities. 

Disorganization is creating health, fire, and logistics problems. 

2238 9:45 Phone

SimCell (Department of 

Education and 

Department Operations 

Center)

ESF 6, 13 6, 13

(Education Officer) (State Coordinating 

Officer) work with (Department of Education 

Department Operations Center) to give a 

timeframe for school re-opening; (Name of 

School) (Department of Education) 

Security for School Shelters Needed: - This is (Name), (High School) Superintendent. Individuals being sheltered at (High 

School) are ripping out the siding of the building and using it for firewood. That 

building is on the National Register and is one of the oldest buildings in the county. She 

would like the shelter moved, the cattle gates closed, and the school secured.

- Principal of (Location) is reporting that sheltering individuals are breaking into rooms 

on campus and occupying these rooms as shelters. 

- (High School) custodian reports that sheltering individuals are destroying the 

(State)/Chorus room and are removing valuable (Location) pieces. Custodian requests 

that the sheltering individuals be moved to (City) Recreation Center.

2248 9:50 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 13 13

(Name of Shipping Companies) report that their security perimeter fences were 

compromised during the storm and that there is evidence that vandalism has occurred 

on their property. They request security personnel to guard their property until they can 

get the fence repaired. However, there is a shortage of security guards on (Location) 

as well as the neighboring (Locations) because of businesses hiring extra security 

help.

2258 9:55 Phone SimCell (American Red 

Cross) ESF 8

6

Prompt a discussion on whether or not 

vaccination is necessary since (Department of 

Hospitals) does not maintain a cache in a 

nearby location.

This is the Red Cross shelter near the windward area of (Location). We are receiving 

displaced people who were exposed to and contaminated with sewage that backed up in 

their area. Evacuees who are physicians here are demanding mass vaccination for 

hepatitis A/IG injections based on fecal-oral exposure.

2268 10:00 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 108 There are numerous pig carcasses floating in the (Location) area creating health 

concerns to area residents

2278 10:05 Phone SimCell (DMORT) ESF (#)8

(Department of Hospitals) provides additional 

resources and coordinates with (State 

Coordinating Officer) to store remains and 

establish collection points/plans.

This is (Location) (Disaster Mortuary Response Team [DMORT]). We just arrived at 

the (Cemetery) (Address). We haven't reached any other sites and are already 

overwhelmed with the handling and identification of the exposed bodies. We estimate 

thousands of exposed bodies and will need assistance with the collection of the exposed.

2288 10:10 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 11 11

The (#) concrete grain silos at Piers (#) and (#) were not structurally affected by the 

storm based on a cursory visual inspection, but a more detailed secondary inspection is 

needed before they can be put back into operation. (Food Service) reports that this will 

have an enormous impact on their operations. They are want to know if they can process 

the grain stored in the silos or if it must be destroyed.

2298 10:15 Phone SimCell (City and County) ESF 86 Coordinate to provide requested resource.

We will be needing additional mental health support at shelters across the (City/State) 

to help residents and visitors deal with the trauma of the recent few days. How many can 

we expect to obtain, and when?

2308 10:20 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF (#) 13

Hotel Update: The hotel manager of the (Hotel) reports that guests want to know where 

else they can stay. (Hotel) has reported that their generators are running out of fuel 

and will not last more than (#) hours. 

2318 10:25 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 66 Details on damage for each location are found 

in truth binder.

Shelter Update: The following shelters report that they only have enough food to sustain 

the people staying at their locations for another (#) hours. (Name of Schools) need food 

to support their current sheltered populations.

2328 10:30 Phone SimCell (Health and 

Hospitals) ESF 8

2 DoD Inject 140: See (Name) for details and 

additional information. (Hospital) is requesting communication support.

2338 10:30 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10

On the (Location), opposite Pier (#) (Location), sewer, waste oil, and compressed air 

pipelines have been punctured. The waste oil pipeline has suffered a minor leak, and a 

small sheen is noticeable.

2348 10:35 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

Port Update:

- The (Location) located at the rear of Pier (#) suffered significant damage from wind 

and inundation. Bottom floors destroyed, and people are present trying to steal goods 

from the damaged stores. Additional security is needed to seal this building from 

looters.

- Pier (#) has suffered minor damages. Several (Name) trees lie across the piers and 

will need to be removed. Additional debris is blocking the roadway directly behind the 

piers and the (location). Will need chainsaws and heavy equipment to remove the 

vegetative debris.

- Debris left by the retreating flood (storm surge) waters blocks access in and out of 

Pier (#).

- Pier (#) suffered severe structural damage to the area used by the Coast Guard for 

shuttle boat service to the Main base on (Location). 

- Mud, sand, and other debris left from retreating flood waters has created hazards at 

entry points to Pier (#). The South side of Pier (#) has been washed out and is 

unusable. 

2358 10:40 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 88

 Hundreds of people are seeking medical care at fire stations, emergency rooms, etc. 

for cuts, puncture wounds, etc. We do not have enough medics to triage these 

individuals or bandages/splints/etc.

2368 10:45 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 10 10 Sewage contaminated debris needs to be 

cleaned up.

There is sewage in the (Location/City). The city will be contaminated with raw sewage 

and oil. 

2378 10:50 Phone SimCell (County) ESF 11 5, 7 In conference call as well. (City/County/State Emergency Management Agency) EOCs report that only 

approximately (#) days of food remain on (Location).

2388 10:55 Fax SimCell (City/County) ESF 3, 10 3, 6 Numerous shelters (List Shelter[s]) report that porta potties are full, and toilets are not 

working due to lack of water. 

2398 11:00 Phone SimCell (Utilities) ESF 22 (State) telecommunications is reporting that full functionality is restored to baseyard 

(Supply and Logistics) to support restoration activity.

2408 11:05 Phone SimCell (Private Sector) ESF 10 10 (Company Name) reports that one of the two molasses tanks with a total capacity of (#) 

gallons is leaking and is creating a small spill at Pier (#).

2418 11:10 Phone SimCell (City/County) ESF 11

Authority exists from (United States Coast 

Guard), (United States Corps of Engineers), 

(State) (Department of Transportation) , 

(Supervisor of Salvage) mobile diving salvage 

unit, commercial salvage. 

There are numerous vessels that have sunk in the (Location). Who is responsible for 

removing these wrecks?

2428 14:00 Fax Control All 5,15

SitRep-type document outlining status of 

response efforts, shelter status, 

fire/ems/(search and rescue), transportation, 

debris clearance status, health/medical, 

HazMat, utility updates.

(County) perdisreps (Periodic Situation Reports) provided.
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Exercise Schedule 1 [Jurisdiction]

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EXERCISE SCHEDULE

Time Personnel Activity Location

[Date Minus 1]

[Time] Exercise controllers, 

evaluators, and staff

Controller and Evaluator Orientation 

Briefing

[Location]

As needed Exercise controllers 

and staff

Control Cell setup and walk-through [Location]

[Date]

[Time] Controllers and 

exercise staff

Check-in for final instructions and 

communications check

[Location]

[Time] Media Media Briefing [Location]

[Time] VIPs and selected 

exercise staff

VIP Controller Briefing [Location]

[Time] Controllers and 

evaluators

Controllers and evaluators in starting 

positions

[Location]

[Time] All Controllers give player briefs [Location]

[Time] All Exercise Starts [Location]

[Time] All Exercise Ends [Location]

Immediately 

following the 

exercise

All Venue Hot Washes; turn in 

Participant Feedback Forms

[Location]

[Date Plus 1]

[Time] Controllers, 

evaluators, and 

various officials

Controller and Evaluator After Action 

Review

[Location]
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Communications Plan 1 [Jurisdiction]

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COMMUNICATIONS PLAN

Exercise Start, Suspension, and Termination Instructions

The exercise is scheduled to run for [Exercise Duration] or until the Exercise Director and Senior 

Controller determine that exercise objectives have been met. From the Simulation Cell 

(SimCell), the [Exercise Director] will announce the start of the exercise and exercise suspension 

or termination through the controller communications network.

All spoken and written communications will start and end with the 

statement “THIS IS AN EXERCISE.”

Player Communications

Players will use routine, in-place agency communication systems. Additional communication 

assets may be made available as the exercise progresses. The need to maintain capability for a 

real-world response may preclude the use of certain communication channels or systems that 

usually would be available for an actual emergency. In no instance will exercise communications 

interfere with real-world emergency communications. Each venue will coordinate its own 

internal communication networks and channels. 

The primary means of communication among the SimCell, controllers, and venues will be 

[Means of communication, i.e., radio (channels), telephone]. A list of key telephone and fax 

numbers and radio call signs will be available as a Communications Directory before the 

exercise starts.

Communications Check

Before the exercise starts, the SimCell will conduct a communications check with all interfacing 

communication means to ensure redundancy and uninterrupted flow of control information.

Player Briefing

Controllers may be required to read specific scenario details to participants to begin exercise 

play. They may also have technical handouts or other materials to give to players to better orient 

them to the exercise environment.

Public Affairs

This exercise enables players to demonstrate increased readiness to deal with a [type of incident]. 

Any public safety exercise may be a newsworthy event. Special attention must be given to the 

needs of media representatives, allowing them to get as complete and accurate a story as 

possible; however, their activities must not compromise exercise realism, safety, or objectives.

[Sponsor Agency] and participating agencies are responsible for disseminating public 

information before the [Exercise Name]. [Sponsor Agency] will coordinate this function.
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[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Controller and Evaluator Assignments 1 [Jurisdiction]

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CONTROLLER AND EVALUATOR ASSIGNMENTS

Note: This is a sample list of controller and evaluator assignments. The positions should be 

modified based on exercise type and scope. For example, if the exercise does not include a 

Simulation Cell, a controller does not need to fulfill that function. Both controllers and 

evaluators may be assigned to a second area if play has been completed in the first.

Name Role Position

Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Controller Site controller, site safety officer

Controller

Evaluator EOC management evaluator

Evaluator Communications evaluator

Simulation Cell (SimCell)

Controller Lead SimCell controller, Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) 

tracker

Controller Local law enforcement simulator

Controller Jurisdictional fire simulator

Controller Emergency medical services (EMS) simulator

Controller State simulator

Field Site

Controller Senior Controller, Incident Command controller, site safety 

officer

Controller Assembly Area controller

Controller Special weapons and tactics (SWAT) controller

Controller Hazardous materials (HazMat) controller

Controller Bomb squad controller

Controller Victim actor controller

Controller Observer/VIP controller

Evaluator Weapons of mass destruction (WMD)/HazMat response and 

decontamination evaluator

Evaluator Onsite incident management evaluator

Evaluator Communications evaluator

Evaluator Public safety and security response
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[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix [X]: Jurisdiction Factsheet 1 [Jurisdiction]

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APPENDIX [X]: JURISDICTION FACTSHEET

Note: This document is a template format for a factsheet for the exercising jurisdiction. Specific 

information regarding the jurisdiction should be input into this format and attached as an 

appendix to the appropriate exercise documents if the exercise planners determine this 

information to be pertinent to the conduct of the exercise.

[City, Town, County], [State]

[Insert pertinent general information of the area/location]

Population

[Insert population information/statistics]

Climate Averages

[Insert area weather/climate information] 

Government

[Insert area government information]

Contact Information

[Insert contact information for the jurisdiction]
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[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix [X]: Area Maps 1 [Jurisdiction]

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APPENDIX [X]: AREA MAPS

Figure A.1 [Map Title]

[Insert map]

Figure A.2 [Map Title]

[Insert map]
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[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Assembly Area Deployment Timetable 1 [Jurisdiction]

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ASSEMBLY AREA DEPLOYMENT TIMETABLE

The Deployment Timetable is used in the Assembly Area to dispatch vehicles and apparatus 

based on realistic response times from the agency’s home station or office to the exercise 

incident scene. The left-hand column in the following table should contain the names /

designations (e.g., Engine 1) of each unit or apparatus in the Assembly Area. The table is divided 

into first alarm and second alarm units. The middle column of the table should include actual 

response times from the agency’s home station to the incident site after it has been dispatched.

This will determine when the Assembly Area controller releases the unit from the Assembly 

Area; this information should then be noted in the right-hand column of the table.

Apparatus Designation

Response Time

to Incident Site

Released by Dispatch or 

Controller

FIRST ALARM UNITS

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

SECOND ALARM UNITS

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes
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[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Controller Communications Plan 1 [Jurisdiction]

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CONTROLLER COMMUNICATIONS PLAN

Table 1: Lead Planner and Lead Controller

Position Name Phone Number

Lead Exercise Planner

Lead Controller

Table 2: Controllers

Venue Name/Position Phone/Fax Numbers

[Functional Area/Grouping]

[Functional Area/Grouping]

[Functional Area/Grouping]

[Functional Area/Grouping]

[Functional Area/Grouping]
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document] [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix [X]: Agent/Hazard Summary 1 [Jurisdiction]

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APPENDIX [X]: AGENT/HAZARD SUMMARY

This document is a template format for an agent or hazard summary appendix. Specific 

information and summaries for numerous agents and hazards can be found in the Reference 

section of HSEEP Volume IV: Sample Exercise Documents and Formats and can be inserted into 

this document format.

[Insert Agent/Hazard Information]
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Participating and Simulated Agencies [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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PARTICIPATING AND SIMULATED AGENCIES

Participating Agencies and Organizations

Local Agencies

Private Organizations

Simulated Agencies

Federal Agencies

State Agencies
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1

DOCUMENT TITLE

HOMELAND SECURITY EXERCISE AND EVALUATION 

PROGRAM (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

 Exercise Date: MM/DD/YY Publishing Date: MM/DD/YY

[Final or Draft]

Insert Jurisdiction 

Logo Here

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Title 1] [Full Exercise Name]

[Title 2] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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DOCUMENT TITLE

Document Text
[Section Title] [PROTECTIVE MARKING] [Jurisdiction]

1

DOCUMENT TITLE

[FULL EXERCISE NAME]

Exercise Date: MM/DD/YY Publishing Date: MM/DD/YY
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[Title 1] [Full Exercise Name]

[Title 2] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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DOCUMENT TITLE

Document Text
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Assembly Area Deployment Timetable 1 [Jurisdiction]

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ASSEMBLY AREA DEPLOYMENT TIMETABLE

The Deployment Timetable is used in the Assembly Area to dispatch vehicles and apparatus 

based on realistic response times from the agency’s home station or office to the exercise 

incident scene. The left-hand column in the following table should contain the names /

designations (e.g., Engine 1) of each unit or apparatus in the Assembly Area. The table is divided 

into first alarm and second alarm units. The middle column of the table should include actual 

response times from the agency’s home station to the incident site after it has been dispatched.

This will determine when the Assembly Area controller releases the unit from the Assembly 

Area; this information should then be noted in the right-hand column of the table.

Apparatus Designation

Response Time

to Incident Site

Released by Dispatch or 

Controller

FIRST ALARM UNITS

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

SECOND ALARM UNITS

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes

Dispatch + [#] minutes
EXERCISE SAFETY

A safety controller responsible for participant 

safety can be identified by his/her [badge, hat, 

vest].

EXERCISE PARTICIPANT IDENTIFICATION

Participants can be recognized by a [badge, 

hat, vest] color-coded by exercise function.

Exercise Director/Facilitator White

Exercise Evaluator Red

Exercise Controller Blue

Exercise Safety Controller Green

Simulators/Actor Victims Black

Support Staff Grey

Exercise Observer/VIP Orange

Media Purple

Player Yellow or Uniform

WEAPONS POLICY

Weapons safety will follow the U.S.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 

exercise safety policy. The following weapons 

will NOT be introduced into designated 

exercise play area(s) regardless of normal 

scope of functional duties:

• Loaded firearms, knives, or explosive 

devices

• Less-than-lethal weapons, tools, or 

devices 

• Any object capable of causing bodily 

harm

ACTUAL EMERGENCIES

Real-world emergencies and participant 

safety take priority over exercise conduct. In a 

real-world emergency, notify the nearest 

controller and state, “This is a real-world 

emergency.” Cease all exercise play 

immediately, and comply with exercise control 

staff instructions.

ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES

All players have a basic responsibility to act 

as safety officers. Immediately report safety 

concerns, unsafe acts or conditions, injuries, 

and accidents to the nearest controller.

EXERCISE SCHEDULE

[Exercise Date(s)] (If exercise duration exceeds 

one day, detail each day’s schedule separately)

Player Registration: [0800–0830]

Player Briefing: [0830]

Start of Exercise (StartEx): [0900]

Lunch: [1200–1300]

End of Exercise (EndEx): [1600]

Hot Wash: [1615]

EXERCISE SITE MAP

QUESTIONS AND MEDIA 

RELATIONS

Direct questions regarding exercise play to 

the venue controller. Media contact should 

be directed to the nearest controller, who will 

contact the Public Information Officer (PIO).

The PIO for this exercise is:

[PIO Title and Name]

[Full Exercise Name]

[Exercise Type (Acronym)]

Player Information Handout

[Exercise Date(s)]

The [Exercise Name] Exercise Director is:

[Name]

[Agency]

[City, State ZIP]

[xxx-xxx-xxxx (office)]

[xxx-xxx-xxxx (preferred contact during 

exercise conduct)]

[e-mail]

[Handling Instruction or Classification]
PURPOSE, SCOPE, AND

SCENARIO

PURPOSE

The [Full Exercise Name] [Exercise Type 

(Acronym)] was designed to test and evaluate 

[...].

SCOPE

The [Full Exercise Name] [Exercise Type 

(Acronym)] will be conducted at [site 

location(s)] on [exercise date(s)] in response 

to a simulated [incident type]. [Full Exercise 

Name] is scheduled for [play duration] or until 

the Exercise Director and the Senior 

Controller have determined that the exercise 

objectives have been fully addressed.

SCENARIO

[This section should briefly summarize the 

exercise scenario or situation initially 

presented to exercise players during the 

player briefing.]

[Exercise Name] will be conducted in a no-fault 

learning environment and will evaluate existing 

plans, policies, and procedures as if players 

were responding to a real-world emergency. 

The exercise should not be viewed as a test or 

inspection of individual performance.

TARGET CAPABILITIES AND 

EXERCISE OBJECTIVES

The Exercise Planning Team has selected the 

[Name(s) of Target Capabilities] target 

capabilities on which to focus the exercise. 

These capabilities form the basis of exercise 

evaluation. The following objectives have 

been created to exercise the selected 

capabilities:

(List exercise objectives. Example provided 

below.)

1. Communications. Assess the ability 

to establish and maintain a 

multidisciplinary, multijurisdictional 

communications network during a 

response to a terrorist incident.

GENERAL INFORMATION

EXERCISE DOCUMENTATION

Any documents generated by players during 

exercise play must be submitted to a 

controller or evaluator as part of the overall 

exercise documentation (e.g., WebEOC 

entries, e-mail messages, notes, exercise 

response and/or mitigation activity logs).

PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK FORMS

Please complete the participant feedback 

form distributed at the end of the exercise,

and return it to a controller or evaluator.

COMMUNICATIONS

Players will use [communication systems 

and/or radio frequencies provided by the 

exercise planning team; routine agency 

systems to communicate] during the exercise. 

Players will communicate and coordinate only 

with participating entities or the Simulation 

Cell (SimCell). All exercise transmissions 

must begin and end with the statement “This 

is an exercise.”

ASSUMPTIONS AND 

ARTIFICIALITIES

Earnest effort has been made to create a 

plausible and realistic scenario to exercise 

and validate identified objectives.

Participating entities will identify all agencies 

and individuals simulated during the exercise.

Exercise operations will occur at 

predesignated sites and facilities to maximize 

exercise control.

[Insert additional assumptions/artificialities as 

needed.]
Exercise hats
PARTICIPANT PARTICIPANT
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Actor Waiver Form [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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ACTOR WAIVER FORM

On behalf of [Jurisdiction], we thank you for volunteering to be a simulated casualty for our 

preparedness exercise. The event is scheduled for [date]. Actors should report to [location] at 

[time].

Exercise Overview

You will be participating as a mock victim of a [scenario]. You will be triaged and either 

directed or taken to an area where appropriate decontamination will occur, potentially including 

cutting of your clothing. You will be washed and reclothed. Alternative garments will be 

provided. Please wear a bathing suit, shorts, and T-shirt, and bring a change of clothes and 

towel. We would appreciate your wearing loose-fitting and easily removable shoes. It is 

recommended that you do not wear jewelry. Jewelry and personal items will be removed 

during the decontamination process, bagged, and given to you to carry as you go through the 

decontamination line.

Before the event, you will be given a complete orientation to the incident site, the type of injury 

or symptoms you should simulate, and what actions are expected of you.

Please eat a meal and drink plenty of liquids before you come. After the event, food and 

refreshments will be available for you. Restrooms also will be available for your convenience.

Please Print Name, Sign, and Date

I, _______________________________________, agree to participate in the [sponsor name]-

sponsored exercise on [conduct date]. I agree to go through the decontamination process. I will 

hold harmless [Jurisdiction] and any other agency or its members participating in this exercise. I 

understand that all reasonable and customary safety measures will be performed to try to prevent 

injury or harm to me.

Signature: Date:

Signature of parent or 

guardian (if under 18): Date:
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Actor Information Sheet [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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ACTOR INFORMATION SHEET

The Actor Information Sheet should be distributed to actors before the exercise and should 

accompany the Actor Waiver Form. This information sheet is provided as an example only and 

should be modified to suit the jurisdiction’s needs as well as the exercise scope, type, and 

scenario. For example, if decontamination will not be part of the exercise, actors do not need to 

be instructed to wear bathing suits.

Please read and understand the following points; they will ensure that your participation in this 

exercise will be safe and enjoyable. If you have any questions, please contact [Actor POC].

1. The day will be long and tiring.

You need to be at the site by [time], and you will probably not finish until after [time]. If you 

have any health concerns or medical conditions, please tell [Actor POC] before the start of 

the exercise. Health or medical concerns will not necessarily disqualify you from participating.

2. You must be at least 18 years old and sign a waiver to participate.

If you are not 18 and are not in the military, parental permission is required to participate. 

The waiver form (included) must be turned in before the exercise to [Actor POC].

3. Eat a good breakfast before arrival.

It is your responsibility to eat a well-balanced meal before arriving at the exercise, [just in case 

you miss some of the food provided.]

[Exercise officials are planning a snack and limited beverages before the exercise. Volunteers 

transported to hospitals will be given a snack before being returned to the exercise site.

Volunteers who do not leave the exercise site will be released before lunch.]

4. Transport yourself to and from the exercise site.

You are responsible to transport yourself to [exercise location]. A map is attached for your 

convenience. If you carpool with another volunteer, there is no guarantee that you will be 

returned to the exercise site at the same time.

5. Be on time!

Please do not arrive late. It is difficult to begin the exercise if actors are not in place.

You will most likely be released by [time]. However, you may finish earlier or later. Volunteers 

transported to hospitals will be returned to the exercise site.

6. Wear layers of old clothes and a bathing suit.

Wear clothes that can be removed and a bathing suit underneath. Wear clothes that you do not 

mind getting wet, dirty, stained, or torn. You will get wet.
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[Full Exercise Name]

Actor Information Sheet [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

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7. There will be no place to keep personal belongings.

Bring your driver’s license, keys, and a sense of humor. Do not bring cameras, jewelry, items 

you don’t want to get wet, large sums of money, or uninvited friends or volunteers.

8. Don’t overact.

It is very important to play your assigned role the best you can, but this does not mean you 

should overact. Overacting can be dangerous for yourself and the emergency workers in the 

exercise. When you arrive at the exercise site, you will be assigned an injury or role and will be 

briefed about your roles and what will happen during the exercise. If you do not know how to 

play your role or have questions about the briefing, ask the volunteer coordinators. If you are 

assigned the role of a psychologically distressed person, please act upset, not out of control.

9. If you get hurt or have a real problem, say “This is a real emergency.”

You must use the phrase “This is a real emergency” to tell exercise staff members that you have 

a real problem and are not just acting.

10. You must check in and sign out.

When you arrive in the morning, you will sign in and be assigned an “injury.” A victim tag will 

be placed around your neck. This card must be returned at the checkout station. Do not remove 

or allow anyone to remove this victim tag during the exercise, even at the hospital. When the 

exercise is over, return your victim tag with the questions completed on the back.

Please be sure you understand all of these points. If you have any questions, please contact 

[Actor POC]. We would like to ensure your safety and preparedness for this exercise.

On behalf of [Agency/Jurisdiction] and all of the participants in the exercise, thank you for 

volunteering. It will be an interesting and enjoyable day and, as a result, our community 

will be better prepared to face real challenges in the future.
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Actor Information Sheet [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 3 [Jurisdiction]

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ACTOR WAIVER FORM

On behalf of [Jurisdiction], we thank you for volunteering to be a simulated casualty for our 

preparedness exercise. The event is scheduled for [date]. Actors should report to [location] at 

[time].

Exercise Overview

You will be participating as a mock victim of a [scenario]. You will be triaged and either 

directed or taken to an area where appropriate decontamination will occur, potentially including 

cutting of your clothing. You will be washed and reclothed. Alternative garments will be 

provided. Please wear a bathing suit, shorts, and T-shirt, and bring a change of clothes and 

towel. We would appreciate your wearing loose-fitting and easily removable shoes. It is 

recommended that you do not wear jewelry. Jewelry and personal items will be removed 

during the decontamination process, bagged, and given to you to carry as you go through the 

decontamination line.

Before the event, you will be given a complete orientation to the incident site, the type of injury 

or symptoms you should simulate, and what actions are expected of you.

Please eat a meal and drink plenty of liquids before you come. After the event, food and 

refreshments will be available for you. Restrooms also will be available for your convenience.

Please Print Name, Sign, and Date

I, _______________________________________, agree to participate in the [sponsor name]-

sponsored exercise on [conduct date]. I agree to go through the decontamination process. I will 

hold harmless [Jurisdiction] and any other agency or its members participating in this exercise. I 

understand that all reasonable and customary safety measures will be performed to try to prevent 

injury or harm to me.

Signature: Date:

Signature of parent or 

guardian (if under 18): Date:
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Actor Information Sheet [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 4 [Jurisdiction]

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AREA MAPS

Figure 1. [Map Title]

[Insert map]

Figure 2. [Map Title]

[Insert map]
HSEEP

Exercise Guidance

Moulage Kit Information

1

Moulage is makeup applied to victim actors to add realism to an exercise. It may include fake 

blood, plastic bones, and any other makeup that helps a victim actor realistically portray the 

signs and symptoms on his or her symptomology card. Although not required, moulage is 

encouraged at all operations-based exercises.

The moulage staff—commonly composed of volunteers from local school drama clubs, 

community theaters, and mortuaries—applies the makeup to the victim actors. Moulage makeup 

kits and manuals can be purchased from various sources for “do-it-yourself” volunteer efforts.

However, businesses specializing in moulage do exist and boast professional moulage artists and 

materials. These types of moulage businesses are often employed for full-scale exercises.

Common moulage kit components include:

• Makeup (various colors)

• Cotton balls

• Sterile gauze pads

• Glycerin

• Palette knife

• Brushes (various types)

• Tongue depressors

• Sponges (stipple, gauze, makeup)

• Mixing palette

• Effects gels (blood, clear, flesh colored)

• Effects gel applicator

• Stage blood (premixed and powder mixes)

• Scissors

• Utility knife

• Plastic wrap

• Liquid starch

• Pocket comb

• Rubbing alcohol

• Petroleum jelly

• Liquid adhesive and adhesive remover

• Empty mixing bottles

• Flesh putty (various colors)

• Prosthetics (various injuries such as blisters, burnt skin, bone fractures, open wounds)
CONTAMINATED CONTAMINATED

CONTAMINATED CONTAMINATED

CONTAMINATED CONTAMINATED

CONTAMINATED CONTAMINATED
DECEASED DECEASED

DECEASED DECEASED

DECEASED DECEASED

DECEASED DECEASED
DO NOT DECON DO NOT DECON

DO NOT DECON DO NOT DECON

DO NOT DECON DO NOT DECON

DO NOT DECON DO NOT DECON
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Anxious and Confused

Resp: 24

Pulse: 88

BP: 118/72

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Crying and Confused

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 140/90

Aware; knows name only

Unable to follow 

directions

Able to walk but 

unwilling

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Frantic

Complaining of 

headache and no feeling 

in arms 

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 132/88

Aware; knows name and 

location 

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Anxious

Angry

Combative

Resp: 22

Pulse: 92

BP: 130/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time

Able to follow directions

Able to walk but 

unwilling

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Confused 

Complaining of being 

cold

Resp: 20

Pulse: 70

BP: 120/70

Aware; knows name only

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Crying 

Frantic 

Complaining of sharp 

pains all over

Resp: 25

Pulse: 72

BP: 125/70

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Anxious 

Complaining of nausea 

and lightheadedness

Resp: 14

Pulse: 80

BP: 130/90

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Anxious 

Paranoid 

Complaining of 

lightheadedness

Resp: 16

Pulse: 68

BP: 120/82

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time but 

slow to respond

Able to follow directions 

but unwilling

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Anxious 

Angry 

Combative

Resp: 22

Pulse: 92

BP: 130/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time

Able to follow directions

Able to walk but 

unwilling

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried

Frantic

Complaining of a variety 

of unrelated symptoms

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time but 

slow to respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of a variety 

of unrelated symptoms

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Complaining of a variety 

of unrelated symptoms 

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time 

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
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EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of being 

cold

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Complaining of a 

headache

Resp: 22

Pulse: 92

BP: 130/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time but 

slow to respond

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Complaining of being hot

Resp: 16

Pulse: 68

BP: 120/82

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to 

respond

Able to follow direction

Able to walk

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Upset

Victim has family in the 

area

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 150/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time

Extremely anxious A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Crying

Victim has friends in the 

area

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 150/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time

Extremely anxious A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAGS

Date of Exercise: ____________ Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. This card is to 

be turned in at the Check-Out Station, at the exercise site. Please be accurate with your 

answers. Your cooperation is important and is appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact & Triage:

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? ________

b. How long did it take for response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ______________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Who did you talk to, or who were you assessed by (list all)?  Fire 

 EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multi-colored Triage Tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a Tag

f. Where you taken or directed after Triage?

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition? What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long until someone examined you?  Less 

than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes  Over 

15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your 

participation in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

Apply Label #4 here for additional 

exercise information -- Meal, 

Transportation, Check-Out, etc.

Worried 

Upset

Victim has daughter in 

the area

Shows no signs of 

exposure

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 150/90

Aware; knows name, 

location, and time

Extremely anxious

A ride has been scheduled to return you 

to the exercise site. If you are not picked 

up please call 

Thank you for your participation

 

 

 

 

 
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On the ground not breathing 

Massive amount of gray skin 

and sloughing areas 

Significant amount of 

discharge from eyes, nose, and 

mouth

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: None

Pulse: None

BP: None

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious

Unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Watery eyes

Runny nose

Coughing

Complaining of pain, burning, 

and itching of exposed skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 90

BP: 130/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Watery eyes

Runny nose

Coughing

Complaining of pain, burning, 

and itching of exposed skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 95

BP: 130/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Complaining that eyes, nose, and 

mouth are burning and watering

Thighs and hands are reddened

Eyes are bloodshot and swollen

Runny nose

Raspy voice and productive cough 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15, 

Audible crackles and wheezing

Pulse: 90

BP: 130/86

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Redness and burning to hands 

and upper portion of left side

Complaining of stinging 

sensation to thighs

Shortness of breath

Red and tearing eyes

Raspy voice and productive 

cough 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28, shallow

Pulse: 100

BP: 150/96

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Swollen and tearing eyes

Sneezing and coughing

Redness around eyes, nose, 

and mouth 

Complaining of burning, 

itching skin 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddened areas to face and 

arms

Bloody nose

Red and watery eyes

Complaining of severe skin 

irritation 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Tearing eyes

Runny nose 

Coughing

Complaining of pain, burning 

and itching of exposed skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 17

Pulse: 70

BP: 110/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Tearing eyes 

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
MM

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddened areas on right arm 

Red and watery eyes

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 86

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Complaining that eyes, nose, 

and mouth are burning and 

watering

Thighs and hands are 

reddened

Eyes are bloodshot and 

swollen

Runny nose

Raspy voice and productive 

cough 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15, 

Pulse: 90

BP: 130/86

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Redness and burning to hands 

and upper portion of left side

Complaining of stinging 

sensation to thighs

Red and tearing eyes

Raspy voice and productive 

cough 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28, shallow

Pulse: 100

BP: 150/96

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Swollen and tearing eyes

Sneezing and coughing

Redness around eyes, nose, 

and mouth 

Complaining of burning, 

itching skin 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddened areas to face and 

arms

Bloody nose

Red and watery eyes

Complaining of severe skin 

irritation 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, unaware 

of location and time

Able to walk with Assistance

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Tearing eyes

Runny nose 

Coughing

Complaining of pain, burning,

and itching of exposed skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 17 

Pulse: 70

BP: 110/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Tearing eyes

Raspy voice

Productive cough 

Eyes are bloodshot and 

swollen

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 160/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unaware of name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

3. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

4. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddened areas on torso 

Stinging sensation on thighs 

and chest 

Raspy voice and productive 

cough

Red and watery eyes

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20, shallow

Pulse: 86

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk with assistance

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddening of exposed skin

Coughing

Complaining of severe pain to 

face and eyes

Burning in throat

Hoarse

Swollen eyelids

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 32 and shallow

Pulse: 100

BP: 110/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Grayish areas of deadened 

skin 

Reddening of both arms and 

entire face

Coughing

Rubbing eyes; complaining 

that eyes are more painful than 

arms, which sting

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28, labored

Pulse: 140

BP: 100/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Dazed; knows name only

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground

Severe graying skin

Skin sloughing on face

Both eyes swollen shut 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: Audible 

snoring/wheezing, blue lips, 

chest not expanding, no breath 

sounds through stethoscope

Pulse: 40

BP: 78 by palpation

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious; unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground

Severe graying skin

Skin sloughing on face

Both eyes swollen shut

Coughing

Difficulty breathing

Displaying symptoms of shock

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: Audible wheezing, blue 

lips, chest not expanding, no 

breath sounds through 

stethoscope

Pulse: 120

BP: 78 by palpation

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; knows name, but 

not location or time

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Grayish areas of deadened 

skin and burns to shins, both 

arms, and entire face 

Soot evident to inside of mouth

Coughing

Rubbing eyes

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 34, labored

Pulse: 124

BP: 100/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to see or hear (loss of 

glasses and hearing-aid)

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Burning, itching, stinging 

sensation to back of head, 

both ears, and both arms 

Burning sensation to all 

exposed skin 

Complaining of severe pain 

Tightness in the chest

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 40

Pulse: 80

BP: 150/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Anxious

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but unable to follow 

commands

Running and screaming

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Reddening of face and palms 

of both hands

Complaining of headache, 

nausea, and severe pain to 

face and hands

Vomiting

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12, shallow, burning

pain in throat, hoarse

Pulse: 100

BP: 110/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Burns to back of head, both 

ears, and back of both upper 

arms 

Burning sensation to trunk and 

bilateral thighs

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 34

Pulse: 140

BP: 100/78

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Anxious

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

In extreme pain and screaming, 

“Get it off, it burns!” 

Running

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Burning, itching, stinging 

sensation to back of head, 

both ears, and face 

Complaining of severe pain 

Tightness in the chest

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 40, Audible wheezes

Pulse: 100

BP: 110/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Anxious and confused

Unable to follow commands

Running and screaming

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Shrapnel protruding from right 

arm with red inflamed area 

surrounding it

Swollen eyes 

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

areas on face and both arms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 6 and shallow 

Audible crackling and 

wheezing

Pulse: 140

BP: 82/76

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive 

Unable to follow commands

Moaning

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you?_______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Shrapnel protruding from left 

upper quadrant with red 

inflamed area surrounding it

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 32 and shallow

Audible crackling and 

wheezing

Pulse: 132

BP: 90/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Head injury

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

in exposed areas

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 25 and erratic

audible crackling and 

wheezing

Pulse: 54

BP: 180/112

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shrapnel protruding from left 

middle chest area, bleeding 

profusely 

Complaints of severe chest pain

Burns on back of both hands, soot 

evident on lips

Raspy voice, trachea deviated and 

neck veins distended

Whites of eyes are reddened and 

watering

Extremely pale and sweating

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28

Pulse: 150

BP: 82/62

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Shrapnel on face and body

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

areas on both arms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20 and shallow

audible crackling

Pulse: 124

BP: 92/64

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Large piece of shrapnel 

protruding from right thigh 

with red inflamed area 

surrounding it

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

areas on both arms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 7 and shallow; audible 

crackling and wheezing

Pulse: 122

BP: 90/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Large shrapnel piece 

protruding from right lower 

abdominal quadrant with red 

inflamed area surrounding it

Swollen eyes 

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

areas on face and both arms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 6 and shallow; audible 

crackling and wheezing

Pulse: 136

BP: 88/76

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Large shrapnel piece 

protruding from left lower 

abdominal quadrant with red 

inflamed area surrounding it

Swollen eyes

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 10 and shallow

audible crackling

Pulse: 144

BP: 84/78

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? 

________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
ST (L)

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

On ground, not moving

Large shrapnel piece 

protruding from right upper 

arm with red inflamed area 

surrounding it

Swollen eyes 

Dead, gray and reddened skin 

areas on face

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 8 and shallow, audible 

wheezing

Pulse: 128

BP: 94/86

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unresponsive

Unable to follow commands

Moaning only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin 

decontaminating you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? _______________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
D

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Not moving

Unconscious

Not breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: None

Pulse: None

BP: None

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

None

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 90

BP: 130/90 

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 80

BP: 140/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 25

Pulse: 75

BP: 190/100

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24 

Pulse: 100 

BP: 112/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Excessive drooling

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 80

BP: 124/74

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Headache

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 90

BP: 148/92

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 92 

BP: 134/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 86 

BP: 130/88 

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware and anxious; knows 

name, location, and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14 

Pulse: 80 

BP: 110/80 

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Awake; nonverbal

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 90

BP: 120/78

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15 

Pulse: 88

BP: 122/74

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 90

BP: 140/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 80

BP: 110/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 90

BP: 120/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15

Pulse: 72

BP: 110/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14 

Pulse: 100

BP: 130/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Headache

Excessive drooling

Runny nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 90

BP: 130/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Concerned and disoriented 

Chest tightness 

Cramping in extremities

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 35

Pulse: 130

BP: 130/75

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time but slow to respond 

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Muscle twitching 

Nausea

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28

Pulse: 84

BP: 110/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Drowsy 

Confused

Unsteady on feet

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Excessive sweating

Disorientation 

Drooling

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 88

BP: 124/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Blurred vision 

Slurred speech

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 60

BP: 110/68

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Staggering

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Lightheaded

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 70

BP: 110/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Unusual gait

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Complaining of headache 

Lightheadedness 

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 120

BP: 120/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Excited and anxious

Vomiting

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 26

Pulse: 64

BP: 120/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Abdominal cramps

Diarrhea

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 62

BP: 110/74

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Unsteady on feet

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Muscle twitching

Severe weakness

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 60

BP: 94/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; does not know 

name or location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
M

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Excited and anxious

Vomiting

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 26

Pulse: 64

BP: 120/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; does not know 

name or location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 110

BP: 142/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 92

BP: 138/86

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 25

Pulse: 110

BP: 90/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 25

Pulse: 110

BP: 100/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 90

BP: 160/100

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15

Pulse: 100

BP: 140/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 25

Pulse: 110

BP: 100/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name only

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 10, gurgling

Pulse: 80

BP: 120/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name only

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Shortness of breath

Sweating

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhea

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 84

BP: 110/78

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name only

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Bluish lips/fingers

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Clammy skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16, shallow

Pulse: 40

BP: 90/P

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious

Unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Bluish skin color

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Clammy skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12, shallow

Pulse: 60

BP: 94/P

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Responds to pain

Unconscious

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Bluish lips/fingers

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Clammy skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 72

BP: 100/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Conscious

Disoriented

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Runny nose/eyes

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Clammy skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 64

BP: 128/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Runny nose/eyes

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Muscular twitching

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 84

BP: 142/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; only knows name

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Diarrhea

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 82

BP: 117/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, place, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Blue lips/fingers

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Clammy skin

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20, shallow

Pulse: 96

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Disoriented

Unresponsive

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Nausea

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16, labored

Pulse: 84

BP: 106/86

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, place, 

and time

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Sweating

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

Nausea

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 32

Pulse: 100

BP: 142/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Panicked

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

(Head injuries)

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 10 and erratic

Pulse: 54

BP: 180/120

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Rigid abdomen

Able to walk with assistance

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

(Head injuries)

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 6

Pulse: 60

BP: 88/64

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Blown right pupil

Responds to pain

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

(Head injuries)

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 8

Pulse: 38

BP: 130/112

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Bleeding from ears

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Pinpoint pupils

Broken right leg

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28

Pulse: 130

BP: 90/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Right leg open fracture

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

Broken left arm

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 110

BP: 148/100

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Conscious

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Broken right arm

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 15

Pulse: 100

BP: 154/110

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Conscious

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

(Cuts and bruises)

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 102

BP: 100/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to see

Ringing in ears

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

(Head injury)

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12 and erratic

Pulse: 54

BP: 180/130

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Bleeding from ears

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12 and shallow

Pulse: 140

BP: 88/76

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Sucking chest wound

Conscious

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Pinpoint pupils

Head injury

Bleeding from ears

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 48

BP: 176/100

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to see

Unable to hear

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Muscular twitching

Open fracture of right femur

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 10

Pulse: 100

BP: 84/P

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Severe bleeding from right 

leg

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

8-inch cut on forearm

Fist size bruise on back of 

neck

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 62

BP: 144/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Burns to front of torso and 

face

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12

Pulse: 112

BP: 110/77

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to see

Unable to hear

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Broken left forearm

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 122

BP: 130/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

No pulse in broken arm

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes 

No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. 2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Clammy skin

Nausea and vomiting

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

Several cuts and bruises on 

legs

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 110

BP: 86/64

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Minor bleeding on legs

Able to walk with assistance

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. 1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Extensive swelling on 

forehead 

Bleeding from nose

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 12

Pulse: 72

BP: 134/120

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Pinpoint pupils

Bleeding from nose

Broken left arm and leg

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 120

BP: 106/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. 1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
S/T

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Nausea and vomiting

Abdominal cramps

Muscular twitching

Extensive cuts and bruises 

on Hands, arms, and legs

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 96

BP: 117/78

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. 1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? 

________

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow 

 Red  Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. 2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed? 

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious and confused

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 84

BP: 124/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk

Able to follow directions

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Crying and confused

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 78

BP: 118/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk but unwilling

Unable to follow directions

Aware; knows name only

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry 

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 86

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk but unwilling

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Confused

Complaining of being cold

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 64

BP: 120/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name only

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Crying

Frantic

Complaining of sharp pains 

all over

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 90

BP: 126/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Complaining of nausea and 

lightheadedness

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 80

BP: 114/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Paranoid

Complaining of 

lightheadedness

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 78

BP: 112/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions but 

unwilling

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 92

BP: 134/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Screaming

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 86

BP: 124/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 72

BP: 136/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 78

BP: 126/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of being cold

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 72

BP: 142/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Complaining of a headache

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 68

BP: 134/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Complaining of being hot

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Upset

Victim has family in the area

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 140/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Crying

Victim has friends in the area

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 80

BP: 136/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Upset

Victim has daughter in the 

area 

Shows no signs of exposure

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 80

BP: 130/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Confused

Keeps pointing toward head

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 81

BP: 128/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk

Does not speak English

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 92

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk but unwilling

Able to follow directions

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
WW

EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Confused 

Crying

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 138/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to follow directions

Aware; knows name only

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Excited and anxious

Vomiting

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 26

Pulse: 64

BP: 120/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried 

Concerned and frantic 

Complaining of being hot

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Able to follow directions 

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Complaining of headache 

Lightheadedness 

Broken bones

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 120

BP: 120/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Muscle twitching 

Nausea

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 28

Pulse: 84

BP: 110/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Drowsy 

Confused

Unsteady on feet

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Excessive sweating

Disorientation 

Drooling

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 88

BP: 124/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name

Able to walk 

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Lightheaded

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 70

BP: 110/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Abdominal cramps

Diarrhea

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 62

BP: 110/74

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Unconscious

Pale and clammy skin

Seizures

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 4

Pulse: 48

BP: 80/60

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious, unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Unconscious

Loss of reflexes

Difficulty breathing

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 6

Pulse: 46

BP: 84/68

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious, unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Concerned and disoriented 

Chest tightness 

Cramping in extremities

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 35

Pulse: 130

BP: 130/75

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location and time but slow to 

respond 

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Blurred vision 

Slurred speech

Pinpointed pupils

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 60

BP: 110/68

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Difficulty breathing

Drooling

Burns

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 32

Pulse: 58

BP: 100/70

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; responds to name 

only

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Muscle twitching

Severe weakness

Compound fracture

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 60

BP: 94/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Confused; does not know 

name or location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Head injury with bleeding

Vomiting

Pale and clammy skin

Periodic seizures

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 2

Pulse: 40

BP: None

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unconscious, unresponsive

Unable to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 110

BP: 140/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Aware; knows name and 

location

Able to walk

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious and confused

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 84

BP: 124/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk

Able to follow directions

Aware; knows name and 

location but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Crying and confused

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 78

BP: 118/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk but unwilling

Unable to follow directions

Aware; knows name only

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry 

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 86

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk but unwilling

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Paranoid

Complaining of 

lightheadedness

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 78

BP: 112/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions but 

unwilling

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 92

BP: 134/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Screaming

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 86

BP: 124/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 72

BP: 136/94

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Concerned and frantic

Complaining of a variety of 

unrelated symptoms

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 78

BP: 126/80

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Complaining of a headache

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 68

BP: 134/82

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location,

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Complaining of being hot

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 14

Pulse: 68

BP: 118/72

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to follow directions

Able to walk

Aware; knows name, location 

and time but slow to respond

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Upset

Victim has family in the area

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 90

BP: 140/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Crying

Victim has friends in the area

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 18

Pulse: 80

BP: 136/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Worried

Upset

Victim has daughter in the area 

Shows no signs of exposure

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 20

Pulse: 80

BP: 130/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Extremely anxious

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Confused

Keeps pointing toward head

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 16

Pulse: 81

BP: 128/88

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk

Does not speak English

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Angry

Combative

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 22

Pulse: 92

BP: 130/90

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Able to walk but unwilling

Able to follow directions

Aware; knows name, location,

and time

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
EXERCISE “VICTIM”

SYMPTOMATOLOGY TAG

Date of Exercise: [MM/DD/YYYY] Casualty #: ________

VISIBLE SYMPTOMS:

Anxious

Confused

Crying

PHYSICAL FINDINGS:

Resp: 24

Pulse: 100

BP: 138/84

OTHER PATIENT INFORMATION:

Unable to follow directions

Aware; knows name only

Actor Exercise Assessment Form

Please complete the following questions at the conclusion of the exercise. 

This card is to be turned in at the checkout station at the exercise site. 

Please be accurate with your answers. Your cooperation is important and is 

appreciated.

Field Assessment and Treatment:

1. Initial Contact and Triage

a. How long did it take response personnel to contact you? _______

b. How long did it take response personnel to begin decontaminating 

you? ____________

c. Were you examined on the scene more than once?  Yes  No

d. Whom did you talk to, or whom were you assessed by (list all)? 

 Fire  EMS  Police  Other ______________

e. If you received a multicolored triage tag, what was the BOTTOM 

color when it was first given to you?  Green  Yellow  Red 

 Black  Never received a tag

f. What actions did response personnel take as a result of their 

assessment of your condition?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

2. Treatment:

a. If conscious, did someone explain your treatment?  Yes  No

b. If conscious, were you given clear instructions?  Yes  No

c. What treatment was given?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

3. Did you observe any outstanding actions among the response 

personnel you observed?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

Hospital (if applicable)

1. Which hospital did you go to? ________________________________

2. Once at the hospital, how long was it until someone examined you? 

 Less than 5 minutes  5 minutes  10 minutes  15 minutes 

 Over 15 minutes  I was never examined at the hospital

Exercise Design: Did you observe any problems during your participation 

in the exercise? What improvements would you suggest?

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________

DO NOT LOSE THIS CARD!

DO NOT LET ANYONE TAKE THIS CARD FROM YOU!

A ride has been scheduled to return you to the exercise site. 

If you are not picked up, please call: [Insert number].

Thank you for your participation!
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Hospital/Victim Breakdown List [Exercise Name Continued]

1 [Jurisdiction]

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HOSPITAL/VICTIM BREAKDOWN LIST

The Hospital/Victim Breakdown List should contain the hospitals that are participating in the exercise, the number of actor victims 

that will be prestaged at each hospital (if applicable), the number of actor victims that will be transported from the exercise site to each 

hospital, and the number of victim actors that will be exhibiting various levels of symptoms.

Hospital Victims at 

Hospital

Victims Transported 

from Site Mild/Moderate Severe Severe/Trauma Psychosomatic

Total
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Public Announcement [Exercise Name Continued]

[Jurisdiction]

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXERCISE

[The Public Announcement letter can be distributed to residents surrounding the exercise site to 

inform them of an upcoming exercise. For large-scale exercises, the announcement can be 

published in the local newspaper before the exercise. A sample announcement is provided 

below.]

[Date]

Dear Area Residents,

Emergency responders will participate in an exercise in your area on [Date]. The exercise is 

designed to validate and improve your community’s response to a crisis situation. The exercise 

will involve a fictional [Scenario]. Emergency responders will simulate crime scenes and may

treat volunteers who are pretending to be victims. The attack is not real; however, the response 

will be as realistic as possible. Area hospitals, law enforcement, fire and emergency teams, 

government officials, other government agencies, and private-sector partners will participate.

The areas where the exercise will take place will be clearly marked, but we want to make sure all 

area residents are aware of the exercise in advance. We ask for your patience and support if the 

exercise disrupts your daily routine.

There are simple steps that Americans can take now to prepare themselves and their loved ones 

for a real emergency: make a first aid kit, make a plan, and get informed. By gathering supplies 

to meet basic needs, discussing what to do during an emergency with your family in advance, 

and by being aware of the risks and appropriate actions, you will be better prepared for the 

unexpected and, ultimately, you will help better prepare your community and the country. Please 

visit www.ready.gov or call 1-800-BE-READY to learn more about preparedness activities.

We thank all area residents for their support of this important exercise. If you have any 

questions, please contact [Public Information Point of Contact] at [Contact Information].

Sincerely,

[Exercise Director]
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Public Information/Media Release [Exercise Name Continued]

1 [Jurisdiction]

PUBLIC INFORMATION/MEDIA RELEASE

[Date]

[The Public Information/Media Release should be disseminated to the public and/or media 

before exercise conduct. It should contain a brief overview of the exercise, including the purpose 

and scope of the exercise, a synopsis of the scenario (without identifying the threat/hazard/

agent), and participating agencies/organizations.]

Introduction

[Agency/jurisdiction]’s exercise is a [exercise type]. This exercise will focus primarily on 

preparing emergency responders to effectively respond to [scenario].

As part of the exercise, the [agency/jurisdiction]’s response to the incident will be examined as 

well as its interaction with other agencies and assets that will respond. Evaluators will offer 

comments, which will be compiled in an After Action Report and Improvement Plan with 

recommendations for future training, equipment, and response procedures.

Purpose

The purpose of this exercise is to provide participants with an opportunity to evaluate current 

response concepts, plans, and capabilities for responding to a [scenario]. The exercise will focus 

on key local emergency responder coordination, critical decisions, and integration of the State 

and Federal assets necessary to save lives and protect the public following a [scenario].

Scope

This exercise is a [length of play] interagency exercise focused on the [scenario]. It will be

conducted in a no-fault, no inspection, learning environment as a valuable training tool for 

response personnel. 

Scenario

[Provide a brief description of the scenario.]

Participants

The following agencies and organizations will participate in the exercise:

• Agency

Contact Information

For more information on this exercise, please contact:

[Exercise Point of Contact]
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– Badge

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HERE! 

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Orientation
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Things You’ll Turn In

• Controller Badge

• Activity Log Sheets

• Your Feedback Form

• Plastic Envelope

Things You’ll Keep

• Green Cap

• C/E Handbook

• MSEL, Timeline

• Manila Folder

Controllers: 

Pick Up These Materials

Get enough Player Feedback Forms to pass out 

to first responders in your area.
Things You’ll Turn In

• Evaluator Badge

• Evaluation Forms

• Activity Log Sheets

• Your Feedback Form

• Plastic Envelope

Things You’ll Keep

• Green Cap

• C/E Handbook

• MSEL, Timeline

• Manila Folder

Evaluators: 

Pick Up These Materials

Get enough Player Feedback Forms to pass out 

to first responders in your area.
Evaluators

• Evaluator Badge

• Red Cap

• C/E Handbook

• MSEL, Timeline

• Evaluation Forms

• Activity Log Sheets

• Player Assessment 

Form

• Manila Folder 

• Plastic Envelope

Controllers

• Controller Badge

• Green Cap

• C/E Handbook

• MSEL, Timeline

• Activity Log Sheets

• Player Assessment 

Form

• Manila Folder

• Plastic Envelope

* Please Return Items in Red

Controller & Evaluator Materials
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Exercise Invitation [Exercise Name Continued]

1

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[Exercise Jurisdiction]

[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Phone]

[Invitee Name]

[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Date]

Dear [Invitee Name]:

On behalf of [Jurisdiction/Agency], you have been selected to attend the [Exercise Name and 

Type] being held on [Date], at [Location], located at [Address]. Registration for the exercise 

begins at [Time]. You have been selected as a [Player, Facilitator, Evaluator]. In order to ensure 

that adequate arrangements are in place for participants, please RSVP to [Exercise Point of 

Contact] at [Contact Information].

We anticipate that this exercise will provide an outstanding opportunity to consider possible 

challenges our community must be prepared to confront in these perilous times. I am confident 

that you will be as enthusiastic as we are to have this opportunity to challenge ourselves and gain 

enhanced understanding of our respective missions. I look forward to seeing you at the exercise.

For more information on the details of the exercise, please see the attached information.

Sincerely,

[Agency/Jurisdiction Lead Planner]

Attachments:

Exercise Schedule

Exercise Information Sheet
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[Full Exercise Name

Sign-in Sheet: [Date] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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[EXERCISE NAME] HOT WASH SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
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Hospital Debriefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
<Protective Marking>

2

Exercise Overview

• [Exercise type, scenario type]

• No-inspection, no-fault, learning 

environment
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3

Exercise Objectives

• [List exercise objectives.]
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4

Exercise Players

• [List participating agencies and 

organizations.]
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5

Hospital Support Staff

• [List participating hospital support staff or 

organizations.]
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6

What Happened Onsite?

• [Insert brief, high-level descriptions of 

events based on evaluator notes.]
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7

What Happened Offsite?

• [Insert brief, high-level descriptions of 

events based on evaluator notes.]
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8

Discussion Issues

• Notification 

procedures

• Resources

• Facility security

• Personal protective 

equipment (PPE)

• Decontamination

• Patient care

• Patient 

recordkeeping

• Bed tracking

• Pharmaceutical 

cache and other 

supplies

• Other planning 

issues
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How Was the Problem Recognized?

• Who (e.g., emergency medical services [EMS], 

others) recognized the problem?

• What did you do next?

– Disaster plan implemented? All or part?

– Clear out beds?

– Set up decontamination or treatment area(s)?

• Whom did you notify?

• Did you set up a Hospital Incident Command 

System (HICS)? Sentinel detection system?
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10

Notification: Did It Work?

• Internal alert

–Page

– Radio

–Phone

• External news

–EMS

– Health 

department

– Local news
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11

Facility Security

• Did you have enough of your own facility 

security personnel?

• Do you have an agreement with local law 

enforcement?

• What if you are a secondary site?

• What about getting your people in and out?

• Parking lot or perimeter patrol?

• Heightened suspicions—not paranoia?
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PPE: What Did You Wear?

• What level?

• Where was it worn?

• How long?

• Work rotations?

• Enough suits?

• Medical surveillance?
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Decontamination

• Inside and outside

• Gross

• Secondary

• Definitive

• Emergency

• Technical

• Equipment

• Ambulatory vs. 

nonambulatory

• Special-needs 

patients

• What other 

treatment?

• Mass 

decontamination 

triage?
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Patient Care: What Are the Issues?

• Other patients

• Standardized assessment

• Lab assistance

• Treatment

• Allocating scarce resources

• Special patient needs

• Patient transfer 
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15

• Triage tag

• EMS numbers match

• Patient names and information

• Integration with paramedic base

• Family notification

• Health department

Patient Tracking
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• Pediatric and geriatric patients

• Other special-needs patients

• Patients refusing care

• Medical surveillance

- Federal, State, and local

• Patient valuables

• Worried well

Other Patient Care Concerns
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What About Other Patients?

• Handling 9-1-1 calls for other things

• Walk-ins

• Burn unit capability
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Whom Did You Consult?

• In house

• Department of health

• Poison control center

• Chemical Transportation Emergency Center 

(CHEMTREC) 

• National Response Center

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

• Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease 

Registry (ATSDR)

• Others
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Computer Programs

• [List computer programs (including Web 

programs) used during the exercise.]
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20

Reference Texts

• [List reference texts used during the 

exercise.]
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21

Whom Did You Ask for Help?

• [List outside organizations that were 

consulted for assistance.]
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22

Additional Considerations

• Volunteer assistance 

• Quarantine

• Alternative treatment centers 

(neighborhood emergency help centers)

• Mental health support

– Patient

– Family
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Resources

• What did you run out of?

– Beds

– Ventilators

– Pharmaceuticals

– Medical supplies

– Other

• Whom did you notify?

• Do you have an acquisition plan?

• Do you have a distribution plan?

• Did you have any staff familiarization issues?
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Additional Resources

• Hazardous materials (HazMat) team(s)

• National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) 

hazard mitigation survey teams

• Disaster medical assistance teams

• Disaster mortuary operational response teams 

• Health department

• Others
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What About...?

• Handling the deceased

• Handling families

• Press and media

• Incorporating epidemiological 

investigations

• Criminal investigations

• Research

• Documentation requirements
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• Staff medication administration

• Staff support and absenteeism

• Staff injury or death

What About...? (cont’d)
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Mental Health Needs

• Will be unparalleled

• Is current support system adequate?

• Acute and extended need for patient, 

family, and responder support
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• Facility decontamination

• Staff rehabilitation

• Staff mental health

• Resupply

• Public relations

• Financial recovery documentation

Handling of Facility Restoration
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• After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)

• Continue planning process

• Identify required resources

• Provide training

• Conduct exercises to validate plans

What’s Next?
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• This was an educational tool and another 

step to preparedness. 

• You have identified future areas for 

improvement. 

• You can do it better together than you can 

alone.

Summary
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Questions 

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Actor Briefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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• Thank you for your participation.

• You provide necessary realism for the 

responders.

• Without your assistance, this exercise 

would not be possible.

Thank you!
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• Exercise Overview 

• Exercise Safety

• Exercise Schedule

• Exercise Scenario

• What Will Happen?

• Exercise Identification

• Summary

Today’s Briefing
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Exercise Overview

• A [length of play] interagency exercise 

focused on field-level response to 

[scenario]

• No-fault learning environment

• A training tool
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• [List participating agencies and 

organizations]

Exercise Players
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• Safety is everyone’s concern.

• Safety concerns override exercise conduct.

• In the event of an actual emergency, stop play 

and say, “This is a real-world emergency.”

• Be aware that operating in this environment is 

inherently dangerous.

• The players will take this seriously; so should 

you.

Exercise Safety
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Exercise Schedule

• [Insert exercise schedule]
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Exercise Location

• [Insert exercise site map]
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• [Insert scenario overview here, including 

date, time, setting, incident, and weather, 

as appropriate]

Scenario Overview
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Victim Tags

• Actors will wear [color] symptomology 

tags to identify their symptoms to players.
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• A simulated occurrence will initiate the incident.

• Your clothing and other personal items should 

be bagged and tagged. You will be told where to 

collect your valuables at the end of the exercise.

• The actor controller will instruct you to react.

• Responders will arrive on the scene and begin 

to assess the situation.

What Will Happen?
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• Actors who are nonambulatory (can’t walk) may 

be there a while.

• Continue to display your “symptoms” throughout 

the exercise. DO NOT STOP ACTING.

• You may not see responders immediately. 

Response activities will evolve slowly because 

responders will need to protect themselves from 

the threat.

What Will Happen? (cont’d)
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What Will Happen? (cont’d)

• Water will be available during the exercise. 

Please drink it to stay hydrated.

• There will be no invasive treatments (no 

medicines or needles).

• Follow the instructions of the actor controller.
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Actor Decontamination (Optional)

• Emergency responders will begin to 

decontaminate the victims.

• Be prepared to be decontaminated. Wear a 

swimsuit: you will be asked to remove your 

clothes!

• During decontamination, you will be hosed off 

with water.

• After decontamination, you will be triaged 

(prioritized for treatment).
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Hospital Transportation (Optional)

• Some actors will be transported to hospitals 

before the exercise starts. 

• Actors will be transported back to the exercise 

site for lunch and to sign out. 

• Follow the instructions of the actor controller.
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What Will Happen? (cont’d)

• At the conclusion of your participation:

– Fill out the assessment form on your victim 

tag.

– Turn in your assessment form.

– Follow all instructions of controllers.
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How to Play Your Role

• Act your role, but don’t overact.

• Do not ad lib symptoms.

• If there is a problem, or you do not feel 

well, tell the nearest responder or 

controller, “This is a real emergency.”
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Exercise Identification

• Exercise director [color] hat

• Exercise team [color] hats

• Controllers [color] badges

• Evaluators [color] badges

• Support staff [color] badges

• Players [color] badges

• Observers [color] badges

• Media [color] badges

• Actors [color] symptomology tags
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• Know your role and the symptoms. Do not 

overact.

• Do not prompt or get in the way of players.

• Contact controllers with any problems. 

• SAFETY COMES FIRST. Use the phrase 

“This is a real emergency” in an actual 

emergency.

• Thank you for your participation.

Final Exercise Reminders
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Questions 

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Controller and Evaluator 

Briefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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2 

Welcome and Introductions

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3

Meeting Agenda

• Exercise Overview 

• Exercise Location and Area

• Exercise Schedule

• Exercise Scenario

• Control Concepts

• Exercise Controllers

• Exercise Evaluators

• Administrative Details

• Conclusion
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• [List exercise objectives.]

Exercise Objectives
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5

Exercise Players

• [List participating agencies and 

organizations.]
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Safety

• Safety is EVERYONE’S concern.

• Safety concerns override exercise execution.

• Be aware that operating in an operations-based 

exercise environment is inherently dangerous.

• Controllers and evaluators must immediately 

inform the safety controller or senior controller of 

safety concerns.

• Actual emergencies will be identified by the 

phrase “This is a real emergency.”
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Weapons Policy

• Personnel serving as exercise participants will NOT 

carry a loaded weapon within the confines of the 

exercise play area. 

• Authorized individuals may carry their weapon only after:

– It has been properly cleared and rendered safe (i.e., no 

ammunition in chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines)

– The weapon has been marked or identified in a conspicuous 

manner (i.e., bright tape visible around the stock or holster)

• Personnel providing exercise site security may carry 

loaded weapons.
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Exercise Location and Area

• [Insert maps.]
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Exercise Schedule

• [Insert exercise schedule.]
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• [Insert scenario overview here, including 

date, time, setting, incident, and weather, 

as appropriate.]

Scenario
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Exercise Artificialities

• Artificialities and constraints, such as the 

exercise assembly area, may detract from 

realism. Some other artificialities include the 

following:

– Surrogates may be playing in place of some key 

decisionmakers.

– Real distances may be reduced to fit play location 

constraints.

– The exercise will be played in real time. However, 

there may be some time jumps or acceleration to 

meet certain objectives.
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Exercise Play

• Exercise play will be on [date] from [time] 

to [time].

• Exercise play will take place at [exercise 

sites].

• Play will be restricted to the delineated 

areas surrounding [the exercise site].
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Control Concepts

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Controller Functions

• Inject

• Enforce

• Report

• Attend responder Hot Wash

• Attend final Controller and Evaluator Debrief at 

[time]

• Complete and turn in exercise documentation
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Controller Responsibilities

• Senior Controller

– Monitors exercise progress and makes decisions 

regarding any deviations or changes

– Coordinates any required modifications

• Controller 

– Introduces, maintains, and coordinates exercise 

events in accordance with the Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL)

– Observes and reports exercise artificialities that 

interfere with realism

• Additional information is listed in the Controller 

and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook.
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Controller Guidelines

• DO:

– Deliver injects promptly as directed by the senior 

controller or exercise director

– Notify the senior controller of events or need for 

changes

• DO NOT:

– Hold personal conversations with players

– Provide extra or advance information to players

– Prompt players (unless directed by the senior 

controller/lead exercise planner)
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Documentation

• Exercise Plan (ExPlan)

• C/E Handbook

– Guidelines

– Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

• MSEL

– Timeline

– Messages

• Activity Log
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Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL) Timeline

• [List high-level MSEL timeline information.]
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Control and Observation Concept

• Exercise conduct is the responsibility of the 

exercise director and senior controller.

• Controllers and evaluators are organized by 

objective and location.

• Experienced controllers are in key 

positions.

• Observers and media personnel remain in 

designated area.
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Control and Observation 

Guidelines

• Coordinate activities with the exercise 

director, lead exercise planner, senior 

controller, and other controllers in your 

area.

• Notify the lead exercise planner and/or 

senior controller of ANY problems related 

to safety or scenario play.
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Exercise Evaluation

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Evaluator Functions

• Observe 

• Record key events and times as they 

occur

• Report and elaborate

• Collect information
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Evaluator Responsibilities

• Evaluate each assigned player area and objective.

• Understand the exercise concept and scenario.

• Know the procedures for the element being evaluated.

• Inform the senior controller of problems related to 

exercise design.

• Observe, record, and report participant actions.

• Ensure collection of all evaluation data, EEGs, and 

materials after the exercise.

• Additional information is listed in the C/E Handbook.
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Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) 

• EEGs will be used to track evaluation of 

the objectives.

• The following target capabilities have been 

selected to be evaluated:

– [List target capabilities.]
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Evaluator Guidelines

• DO:

– Observe and record player activities

– Document strengths and problem areas

– Write legibly

• DO NOT:

– Leave your post at key times

– Prompt players

– Get in the way

– Answer questions for players
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Responder Deployment

• Emergency equipment located in and 

dispatched from the exercise assembly 

area will be released according to Incident 

Command.

• The deployment timetable is an estimate 

based on a real-time response to [incident 

site].

• The deployment timetable can be found in 

the C/E Handbook.
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Exercise Communications

• The controller/evaluator radio network is a 

designated channel to: 

– Report emergencies or safety issues

– Report major timeline events

– Acknowledge communication checks for 

timeline status

• Please keep nonessential radio traffic to a 

minimum.
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Exercise Identification

• Controllers [color] badges

• Evaluators [color] badges

• Support staff [color] badges

• Players [color] badges

• Observers [color] badges

• Media [color] badges

• Actors [color] symptomology tags
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Administrative Details

• Restrooms will be available.

• Drinkable water will be located throughout 

the exercise site.

• You may keep your hats.

• After the Hot Wash, please return:

– All badges 

– All documentation (EEGs/activity logs)
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Final Reminders

• Safety comes first. Use the phrase “This is 

a real-world emergency” when an 

emergency occurs.

• Know your role and the scenario.

• Do not prompt or get in the way of players.

• Contact the exercise director and/or senior 

controller with any problems or questions.
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Questions 

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Controller and Evaluator 

Debriefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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2 

Welcome and Introductions

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3

Exercise Overview

• A [length of play] interagency exercise 

focused on [scenario]

• No-fault learning environment

• A training tool
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4

• [List exercise objectives.]

Exercise Objectives
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5

Exercise Players

• [List participating organizations.]
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6

Exercise Considerations

• Safety

• Site layout

• Exercise assembly areas

• Wind conditions

• [Actors]

• [Agent]

• [Devices]
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• [List the strengths observed during the 

exercise.]

Strengths
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Areas for Improvement

• [List areas for improvement.]
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• Each functional area controller and 

evaluator should discuss the areas for 

improvement and strengths they observed 

in their respective areas and objectives for 

concurrence and clarification.

Functional Area Report
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Next Steps

• [Jurisdiction] will:

– Draft After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)

– Identify required resources

– Provide training

– Conduct exercises to validate training and 

new plans
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Administrative

• Return:

–Badges [and/or vests]

– Documentation

• Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs)

• Activity logs

• [Other]
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Questions 

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Hospital Briefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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2

Today’s Briefing

• Exercise Overview 

• Exercise Schedule

• Exercise Scenario

• Exercise Control and Evaluation

• Exercise Administration

• Conclusion
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3

Exercise Overview

• A [length of play] interagency exercise 

focused on field-level and hospital 

response to a [scenario] incident

• No-fault learning environment

• A training tool
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Exercise Safety

• Safety comes first! Use the phrase “This is 

a real emergency” in any actual emergency.

• Safety of real patients is the primary 

concern.

• Safety of all participants has priority.

• Terminate exercise for real-world 

emergencies.
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Exercise Security

• All exercise materials are considered [insert 

protective marking].

• Prevent prior release of information and 

exercise materials to participating medical 

facility personnel.

• Use badges for identification of exercise 

participants.

• Actors must sign in and sign out.
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Exercise Players

• [List participating agencies.]
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Participating Hospitals

• [List all participating hospitals.]
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Exercise Objectives

• [List exercise objectives.]
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Target Capabilities

• [List target capabilities for the exercise.]
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Exercise Schedule

• [Insert schedule.]
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Focus

• Assessment

• Decontamination

• Treatment

• Facility security

• Staff protection

• Notification procedures
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Exercise Play

• Exercise play will be on [date] from [time] 

to [time].

• Exercise play will take place at [exercise 

site] and area hospitals.

• Play will be restricted to the delineated 

areas surrounding the [exercise site] and 

area hospitals.
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Exercise Artificialities

• Communication

• Real-world interference 

• Clinical symptoms

• Decontamination

• Treatment simulation
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Exercise Scenario

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Symptoms

• How will you know victims’ symptoms?

– They will be acting 

– Symptomology tags
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[Threat/Hazard/Agent]

• [Insert agent/hazard information.]
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Medical Management

• Observe patient

• Triage tags

• Verbal reports

• Victim symptomology tag

How will patient care be indicated?
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Medical Management

• Gross decontamination

– Remove clothing; skin decontamination (rinsing only)

• Secondary decontamination 

– Rinse, wash, and rinse

• Airway support 

– Ventilation; suction

• Supportive therapy

• Administration of antidote
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Communication

• Everyday practices

• Special practices
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Exercise Identification

• Exercise director [color] hat

• Controllers [color] badges

• Evaluators [color] badges

• Support staff [color] badges

• Players [color] badges

• Observers [color] badges

• Media [color] badges

• Actors [color] symptomology tags
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Controller Responsibilities

• Give briefings

• Review exercise material

• Organize walk-in patients

• Maintain safety and security

• Note key events and times on activity log

• Provide assistance, if necessary

• Facilitate internal exercise critique at 

termination of exercise
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Evaluator Responsibilities

• Use Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) 

provided

• Observe and record findings

• Write legibly and concisely

• Note key events and times on activity log

• Remain invisible

• Attend debriefing
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Controllers and Evaluators

• Do not:

– Prompt players, except when necessary

– Permit exercise play to deviate from exercise 

objectives
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Exercise Tools

• Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook

– Controller and evaluator roles and 

responsibilities

– Evaluation materials

• Victim tags with symptoms

• Reference materials

• Activity logs
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Administrative Requirements

• Complete EEGs and activity logs.

• Submit your forms and logs at the hospital 

debriefing at [time] on [date] at [location].

• Identify facility on EEG.

• Return victim badges at debriefing.
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Conclusion

• This is YOUR exercise.

• Make the exercise as realistic as possible.

• Maintain safety and security at all times 

during the exercise.

• Document all significant events.

• The exercise is NOT an inspection. 

• Please invite your administration.
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Exercise Debriefing

• Date: [date]

• Time: [time]

• Location: [location]
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Observer/VIP Briefing

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
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2 

Welcome and Introductions

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3

• Exercise Overview 

• Exercise Scenario

• Exercise Location and Area

• Exercise Schedule

• Administrative Details

• Conclusion

Today’s Briefing
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Exercise Overview

• A [length of play] interagency exercise 

focused on field-level response to a 

[scenario] incident

• No-fault, learning environment

• A training tool

• Evaluation will be used to improve plans, 

policies, and procedures and to identify 

training.
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Exercise Artificialities

• Artificialities and constraints such as the 

assembly area may detract from realism. Some 

other artificialities include the following:

– Surrogates may be playing in place of some key 

decisionmakers.

– Real distances may be reduced to fit play location 

constraints.

– The exercise will be played in real time. However, 

there may be some time jumps or acceleration to 

meet certain objectives.
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• [List exercise objectives.]

Objectives
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Scope

• [Insert description of scope.]
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Purpose

• [Insert purpose statement.]
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Scenario

• [Insert description of the scenario.]
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Exercise Safety

• Safety is everyone’s concern.

– Safety concerns override exercise execution.

– Alert the nearest controller if you have safety 

concerns.

• Be aware that operating in this exercise 

environment is inherently dangerous.

• Actual emergencies will be identified by the 

saying “This is a real emergency.”

• Stay with your assigned controller at all times.
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Exercise Participants

• [Insert list of participating agencies and 

departments.]
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Exercise Play

• Exercise play will be on [date] from [time] 

to [time].

• Exercise play will take place at [exercise 

site] and [area hospitals].

• Play will be restricted to the delineated 

areas surrounding the [exercise site] and 

[area hospitals].
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• [Insert maps of location and site areas.]

Exercise Location and Area
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Exercise Schedule

• [Insert schedule.]
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Exercise Identification

• Exercise director [color] hat

• Controllers [color] badges

• Simulators [color] badges

• Evaluators [color] badges

• Support staff [color] badges

• Players [color] badges

• Observers [color] badges

• Media [color] badges

• Actors [color] symptomology tags
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Administrative Details

• Restrooms will be available.

• Drinkable water will be located throughout 

the exercise site.

• After the Hot Wash, please return your 

badges.
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Questions 

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[Exercise Name]

[Date]

Player Briefing
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Welcome

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3

Schedule

• Date

– [Time] Player Briefing

– [Time] Exercise Play

– [Time] End of Exercise (EndEx)

– [Time] Player Hot Wash
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Purpose and Scope

• [Insert purpose statement.]

• [Insert scope.]
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Objectives

• [Insert exercise objectives.]
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Assumptions and Artificialities

• Scenario

• No hidden agendas

• Played to State level

• May be delay in getting information

• Play as realistically as possible

• Simulated agencies and events 
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Exercise Positions

• Lead exercise planner 

• Exercise director

• Controllers

– Safety controller

• Evaluators

• Simulated organizations

• Communications
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Safety

• Safety is everyone’s concern.

– Safety concerns override exercise execution.

– Alert the nearest controller if you have safety 

concerns.

• The safety officer for this exercise is [Name].

• Actual emergencies will be identified by saying, 

“This is a real emergency.”

• Report any injuries.

• Be mindful of heat stress and injuries.

• Be aware that operating in this exercise 

environment is inherently dangerous.
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Security

• Players may not carry loaded weapons in 

the play area.

• Badges [and hats/vests] identify 

authorized persons.

– Unauthorized persons are to be escorted out 

of the exercise play area.
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Weapons Policy

• Personnel serving as exercise participants will NOT 

carry a loaded weapon within the confines of the 

exercise play area. 

• Authorized individuals may carry their weapon only after:

– It has been properly cleared and rendered safe (no ammunition 

in chamber, cylinder, breach, or magazines)

– The weapon has been marked or identified in a conspicuous 

manner (bright tape visible around the stock or holster)

• Personnel providing exercise site security may carry 

loaded weapons.
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During the Exercise

• Conduct operations as normally as 

possible.

• Follow safety guidelines.

• Wear your exercise identification.
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After the Exercise

• Provide copies of all logs, notes, and other 

documentation to the controllers.

• [Insert additional reminders.]
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Briefings and Events

• Hot Wash: [Date and time]

• Player Debriefing: [Date and time]

• After Action Conference: [Date]
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Communications

• All communication to outside parties will 

begin and end with the statement “This is 

an exercise.”

• There will be no communication with 

outside agencies other than the Simulation 

Cell (SimCell).

• In the event of a real emergency, say “This 

is a real emergency.”
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Observers and Media

• Observers will be escorted.

• Observers should not interfere with play.

• Media personnel should not talk to 

players.
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Conduct of the Full-Scale Exercise 

(FSE)

• Players are expected to remain at the 

exercise location.

• Exercise starts with 9-1-1 calls to dispatch.

• There may be followup exercise injects.

• Subsequent player actions are self-directed.

• Scenario timeline is constant.
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Questions 

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Activity Log 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

ACTIVITY LOG

Controller/Evaluator Name:

Venue:

Observation Area:

Date:

Time Activity
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

[Document Name] [Exercise Name Continued]

Activity Log 2 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

Time Activity
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Participant Feedback Form [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

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PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK FORM

[This form should be distributed to exercise participants at a postexercise Hot Wash. A summary

of the feedback received should be included in the After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP).]

Please enter your responses in the form field or checkbox after the appropriate selection.

Name: Title:

Agency:

Role: Player Facilitator Observer Evaluator 

Part I: Recommendations and Corrective Actions

1. Based on the exercise today and the tasks identified, list the top three strengths and/or areas 

that need improvement.

1.

2.

3.

2. Is there anything you saw in the exercise that the evaluator(s) might not have been able to 

experience, observe, and record?

3. Identify corrective actions that should be taken to address the issues identified above. For 

each corrective action, indicate if it is a high, medium, or low priority. 

Corrective Action Priority
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

Participant Feedback Form [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 2 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

4. Describe the corrective actions that relate to your area of responsibility. Who should be 

assigned responsibility for each corrective action? 

Corrective Action Recommended 

Assignment

5. List the applicable equipment, training, policies, plans, and procedures that should be 

reviewed, revised, or developed. Indicate the priority level for each.

Item for Review Priority

Part II: Assessment of Exercise Design and Conduct

Please rate, on a scale of 1 to 5, your overall assessment of the exercise relative to the statements 

provided below, with 1 indicating strong disagreement with the statement and 5 indicating strong 

agreement.

Assessment Factor Strongly

Disagree

Strongly 

Agree

The exercise was well structured and organized. 1 2 3 4 5

The exercise scenario was plausible and realistic. 1 2 3 4 5

The facilitator/controller(s) was knowledgeable about the area of 

play and kept the exercise on target. 1 2 3 4 5

The exercise documentation provided to assist in preparing for and 

participating in the exercise was useful. 1 2 3 4 5

Participation in the exercise was appropriate for someone in my 

position. 1 2 3 4 5

The participants included the right people in terms of level and mix 

of disciplines. 1 2 3 4 5
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This exercise allowed my agency/jurisdiction to practice and improve 

priority capabilities. 1 2 3 4 5

After this exercise, I believe my agency/jurisdiction is better 

prepared to deal successfully with the scenario that was exercised. 1 2 3 4 5

Part III: Participant Feedback

Please provide any recommendations on how this exercise or future exercises could be improved 

or enhanced.
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[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

1

Evaluator Name: __________________________________________________________________

Evaluation Assignment:_____________________________________________________________

Exercise 

Objectives

[Insert relevant objectives for reference]

Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

3

Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

4

Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

5

Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Evaluator Log

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Time Comment/Event

Objective or 

Capability 

Reference

Plan 

Reference
[Exercise Name]

Evaluator Orientation and Briefing
Presenter’s Name Date 2

 Evaluation Methodology Overview

– Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Concept

 Evaluation Process

– Evaluator Responsibilities

 Assessment, Review, and Analysis of the Exercise

Briefing Topics
Evaluation Methodology Overview

FEMA 
Presenter’s Name Date 4

 Validate strengths, and identify improvement opportunities. 

 Validate plans, procedures, and protocols. 

 Improve processes and plans.

 Determine level of capability in regard to the exercise’s 

target capabilities.

Evaluation Goals
Presenter’s Name Date

 The Homeland Security Exercise and 

Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume III 

provides evaluation and improvement 

planning policy.

 Evaluations should be objective-based to 

remain in line with:

–National Preparedness Goal

–Target Capabilities List (TCL)

–Jurisdiction and agency plans

 HSEEP EEG templates provide 

streamlined process for standardized 

evaluation concept, not necessarily content.

EEG Concept

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 Capability-based 

approach relies on 

similar activities to 

achieve a capability.

 Activities are achieved 

through successful 

completion of tactical 

tasks.

 Task detail should 

come from actual plan 

being exercised.

Consistent 

across exercises 

from TCL

Consistent 

across exercises 

from Universal 

Task List (UTL)

Content should be 

based on UTL 

detail but include 

actual text from 

applicable plan

EEG Concept (cont’d)

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Allows evaluators to review validation of plan elements

– Plans used will depend on participating agencies

 Includes direct references to plan sections, tables, and 

charts

– Allows evaluators to better prepare for exercise

– Provides detail for what will be expected of players

 Remains focused on exercise objectives as they relate to 

the selected target capability

EEG Function

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Evaluation team should use 

EEGs in conjunction with full 

plans to prepare.

 Use EEGs as guides for 

observation, but do not 

focus on completing them 

during the exercise.

 Use EEGs for data analysis after exercise and in preparation for 

the evaluator debriefing.

 Use measured results to make actionable improvement 

recommendations within the After Action Report (AAR)/ 

Improvement Plan (IP).

Use of EEGs

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Presenter’s Name Date

HSEEP 

Methodology 

Steps

Evaluation 

Tools

Timeline

Exercise 

objectives, 

actual plans 

and 

procedures

Evaluator log EEG analysis 

sheet

AAR data input 

form

Through Final 

Planning 

Conference 

(FPC) planning

During 

exercise

Controller/ 

Evaluator 

(C/E) 

Debriefing

Postexercise, 

before AAR 

draft 

development

Use of Evaluation Tools

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Evaluator Notes and Data

 Evaluators should capture player discussions, decisions, 

actions, and activity during exercise play.

 The EEGs provided should serve as guides for documentation 

of exercise activity.

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EEG Analysis Form

 Each evaluator will be 

provided with EEGs that will 

give specific guidance on 

what data to collect during 

the exercise, how to record 

it, and how to analyze it.

 These forms should be 

completed at the conclusion 

of the exercise, using data 

gathered during the 

exercise.

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EEG AAR Data Input Form

 Each EEG will include a second 

form to be completed following 

the C/E Debriefing.

 This form will serve as an 

expansion to the notes captured 

in the EEG analysis form, 

including an area to provide 

recommendations.

 Evaluators should complete one 

AAR input form for each 

identified strength or area for 

improvement.

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Presenter’s Name Date

After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP)

 Data from the EEGs and debriefing will be compiled into the AAR/IP.

 The AAR/IP will include assessments for each capability observed as 

well as issues and recommendations. 

 AAR/IP data will be entered into the Corrective Action Program 

(CAP) System.

CAP 

System

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Presenter’s Name Date

Evaluation Process

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Understand the exercise concept and scenario.

 Collect information.

 Make observations on player deliberations, actions, and 

decision processes.

 Analyze actions and develop postexercise AAR/IP input.

Evaluator Responsibilities

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Review appropriate plans, procedures, and protocols.

 Participate in C/E Briefing.

 Review appropriate exercise materials to be familiar with 

scenario, objectives, and target capabilities.

 Review EEGs and other supporting materials for your area 

of responsibility.

Preexercise Responsibilities

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Monitor and document player performance.

 Use EEGs to confirm objectives are being met.

 Focus on critical tasks, as specified in the EEGs and plans 

being exercised.

 Do not prompt players or interfere with exercise play.

Exercise Responsibilities

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Presenter’s Name Date

At the start of the exercise, evaluators should:

 Position themselves within the appropriate group or area

 Determine an ideal location to observe exercise play

 Be prepared to move within the group to follow movement of 

play

Evaluators should not:

 Focus solely on the group or organization leader

 Interfere with exercise discussion or action

Evaluator Guidelines

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Presenter’s Name Date

Evaluators must keep an accurate written record of important 

issues that take place during the exercise:

 Who performed the action or made the decision?

 What occurred?

 Why did the action take place, or why was the decision 

made?

 How did they perform the action or make the decision?

Observing the Exercise

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Evaluators should record events such as:

–Initiating scenario events

–Actions of players

–Key decisions

–Deviations from plans and procedures

–Times of significant actions

–Equipment used

–Directives

–Movement and activity

–Discussion

Recording Important Events

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Assessment, Review, and Analysis of 

the Exercise
Presenter’s Name Date

Postexercise Analysis Responsibilities

 Participate in the Hot Wash, and take notes on findings identified 

by players. 

 Summarize your notes and prepare for the C/E Debriefing. 

 Have your summary ready for the lead evaluator, including 

bulleted strengths and areas for improvement from activity 

analysis.

 Use data to determine whether the exercise capabilities and 

plans were effectively implemented.

– Identify observations as strengths or areas for improvement.

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Allows players to participate in a self-assessment of the 

exercise play.

 Allows evaluators to clarify additional points and collect 

missing information.

Player Hot Wash

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Presenter’s Name Date

 Work to complete EEG analysis forms for submission.

 Discuss degree to which each objective was completed.

 Provide strengths, best practices, lessons learned, and 

possible IP recommendations.

 Begin outlining issues to be included in AAR/IP on AAR data 

input forms.

Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Debriefing

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Presenter’s Name Date

AAR/IP Input

 Use the EEG AAR data input form.

 Complete one form for each strength and area for improvement.

– Observation. Write a one-sentence statement that identifies the strength 

or area for improvement as noted in the activity analysis tables. 

– References. Reference relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, or 

regulations that could be used to facilitate implementing recommendations 

for improvement or capturing strengths.

– Analysis. Document detailed data on what you observed during the 

exercise specific to this individual observation. 

– Recommendations. Suggest steps to allow the participants to further 

improve the plans or share strengths. 

 All AAR input is due to [lead evaluator] no later than [date].

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Presenter’s Name Date

Evaluation Matrix

Objective Met Objective Not Met

Players 

followed plan 

procedures

Plan works

Document best practices and 

strengths

Capture why plan didn’t work

Document how to improve relevant 

plan elements

Players did not 

follow plan 

procedures

Capture how objective was 

met

Recommend successful actions 

and procedures be included in 

plan rewrite

Capture why plan was not 

used

May require plan training and 

familiarization

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Presenter’s Name Date

Questions/Discussion

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 Text found in this document that is highlighted and bracketed is included to provide 

instruction or to indicate a location to input text.

 All text that is not highlighted is to be included in the final version of the AAR/IP.]

[FULL EXERCISE NAME]

[Exercise Dates]

AFTER ACTION 

REPORT/IMPROVEMENT PLAN

[Publication Date]

[On the cover page, insert additional graphics such as logos, pictures, and background colors as 

desired. The word “Draft” should be included before the phrase “After Action 

Report/Improvement Plan” on the cover page and in the header/footer of all versions except the 

final AAR/IP.]
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ADMINISTRATIVE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

1. The title of this document is [complete and formal title of document].

2. The information gathered in this AAR/IP is classified as [For Official Use Only (FOUO)]

and should be handled as sensitive information not to be disclosed. This document should be 

safeguarded, handled, transmitted, and stored in accordance with appropriate security 

directives. Reproduction of this document, in whole or in part, without prior approval from 

[agency] is prohibited.

3. At a minimum, the attached materials will be disseminated only on a need-to-know basis and 

when unattended, will be stored in a locked container or area offering sufficient protection 

against theft, compromise, inadvertent access, and unauthorized disclosure.

4. Points of Contact: [List all points of contact below.]

[Federal POC:]

Name 

Title

Agency

Street Address

City, State ZIP

xxx-xxx-xxxx (office)

xxx-xxx-xxxx (cell)

e-mail

[Exercise Director:]

Name 

Title

Agency

Street Address

City, State ZIP

xxx-xxx-xxxx (office)

xxx-xxx-xxxx (cell)

e-mail
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CONTENTS

ADMINISTRATIVE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................1

CONTENTS...............................................................................................................3

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..............................................................................................5

SECTION 1: EXERCISE OVERVIEW.............................................................................7

SECTION 2: EXERCISE DESIGN SUMMARY .................................................................9

SECTION 3: ANALYSIS OF CAPABILITIES................................................................. 10

SECTION 4: CONCLUSION ...................................................................................... 12

APPENDIX A: IMPROVEMENT PLAN......................................................................... 13

APPENDIX B: LESSONS LEARNED .......................................................................... 14

APPENDIX C: PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK SUMMARY.................................................. 15

APPENDIX D: EXERCISE EVENTS SUMMARY TABLE ................................................ 16

APPENDIX E: PERFORMANCE RATING .................................................................... 17

APPENDIX F: ACRONYMS....................................................................................... 18

[If an AAR contains graphics, figures, or tables, they should be numbered and listed in the 

Contents section (e.g. Figure 1, Table 1, etc.).
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

[When writing the Executive Summary, keep in mind that this section may be the only part of the 

AAR/IP that some people will read. Introduce this section by stating the full name of the 

exercise and providing a brief overview of the exercise. This brief overview should discuss why 

the exercise was conducted; the exercise objectives; and what Target Capabilities List (TCL) 

capabilities, activities, and scenario(s) were used to achieve those objectives. All of these areas 

will be discussed in more detail in the subsequent chapters of the AAR/IP. In addition, the 

Executive Summary may be used to summarize any high-level observations that cut across 

multiple capabilities.]

The [agency or jurisdiction] [scenario type] [exercise type] exercise [exercise name] was 

developed to test [agency or jurisdiction]’s [Capability 1], [Capability 2], and [Capability 3]

capabilities. The exercise planning team was composed of numerous and diverse agencies,

including [list of agencies participating in planning team]. The exercise planning team discussed 

[include a brief overview of the major issues encountered, discussed, and resolved during the 

exercise planning process. Topics to address in this section could include the length of the 

planning process, the reasoning behind the planning team’s choice of objectives to exercise, etc.]

Based on the exercise planning team’s deliberations, the following objectives were developed for 

[exercise name]:

• Objective 1: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

• Objective 2: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

• Objective 3: [Insert 1 sentence description of the exercise objective]

The purpose of this report is to analyze exercise results, identify strengths to be maintained and 

built upon, identify potential areas for further improvement, and support development of 

corrective actions.

[In general, the major strengths and primary areas for improvement should be limited to three 

each to ensure the Executive Summary is high-level and concise.]

Major Strengths

The major strengths identified during this exercise are as follows:

• [Use complete sentences to describe each major strength.]

• [Additional major strength]

• [Additional major strength]

Primary Areas for Improvement

Throughout the exercise, several opportunities for improvement in [jurisdiction/organization 

name]’s ability to respond to the incident were identified. The primary areas for improvement, 
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including recommendations, are as follows:

• [Use complete sentences to state each primary area for improvement and its 

associated key recommendation(s).]

• [Additional key recommendation]

• [Additional key recommendation]

[End this section by describing the overall exercise as successful or unsuccessful, and briefly 

state the areas in which subsequent exercises conducted by these jurisdictions and/or 

organizations should focus.]
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SECTION 1: EXERCISE OVERVIEW

[Information in the Exercise Overview should be “structured data”—written as a list rather than 

in paragraph form—in order to facilitate preparation of other parts of the AAR/IP, maintain 

consistency within AAR/IPs, and facilitate the analysis of AAR/IPs for program reporting.]

Exercise Details

Exercise Name

[Insert formal name of exercise, which should match the name in the header.]

Type of Exercise

[Insert the type of exercise as described in Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation 

Program Volume I (e.g. seminar, workshop, drill, game, tabletop, functional exercise, or 

full-scale exercise.]

Exercise Start Date

[Insert the month, day, and year that the exercise began.]

Exercise End Date

[Insert the month, day, and year that the exercise ended.]

Duration

[Insert the total length of the exercise, in day or hours, as appropriate.]

Location

[Insert all applicable information regarding the specific location of the exercise; including 

any city, State, Federal region, international country, or military installation.]

Sponsor

[Insert the name of the Federal agency or agencies that sponsored the exercise, as well as 

any co-sponsors if applicable. Also list any applicable points of contacts.]

Program

[Insert the name of the program (e.g. Fiscal Year 2007 State Homeland Security Grant 

Program) from which exercise funding originated.]

Mission

[Insert the appropriate mission areas of the exercise (e.g. Prevent, Protect, Response, 

and/or Recovery).]

Capabilities

[Insert a list of the target capabilities addressed within the exercise.]

Scenario Type

[Name the exercise scenario type (e.g. chemical release).]
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Exercise Planning Team Leadership

[The name of each member of the planning team leadership should be listed along with their role 

in the exercise, organizational affiliation, job title, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail 

address.]

Participating Organizations

[Insert a list of the individual participating organizations or agencies, including Federal, State, 

Tribal, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), local and international agencies, and contract 

support companies as applicable.]

Number of Participants

[Insert a list of the total number of each of the following exercise participants, as 

applicable: 

• Players: [#]

• Controllers: [#]

• Evaluators: [#]

• Facilitators: [#]

• Observers: [#]

• Victim Role Players: [#]
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SECTION 2: EXERCISE DESIGN SUMMARY

[The Exercise Design Summary is intended to provide a summary of the exercise design 

process.]

Exercise Purpose and Design

[This section should contain a brief (one-to-two paragraph) summation of why the exercise was 

conducted and what the exercise participants hoped to learn. It should also include a brief history 

of how the exercise was organized, designed, funded, etc.]

Exercise Objectives, Capabilities, and Activities

[The purpose of this section is to list exercise objectives and align them with associated 

capabilities from the Target Capabilities List (TCL). For each TCL capability, there is an 

Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) which lists specific activities which must be performed to 

demonstrate a capability. In addition to TCL capabilities, the EEG activities relevant to each 

objective should also be included in this section. Begin this section with the following text.]

Capabilities-based planning allows for exercise planning teams to develop exercise objectives 

and observe exercise outcomes through a framework of specific action items that were derived 

from the Target Capabilities List (TCL). The capabilities listed below form the foundation for 

the organization of all objectives and observations in this exercise. Additionally, each capability 

is linked to several corresponding activities and tasks to provide additional detail. 

Based upon the identified exercise objectives below, the exercise planning team has decided to 

demonstrate the following capabilities during this exercise:

• Objective 1: [Insert a one sentence description of each objective].

- [Capability Title]: [Activity 1]; [Activity 2]; and [Activity 3].

- [Capability Title]: [Activity 1]; [Activity 2]; and [Activity 3].

Scenario Summary

[For an operations-based exercise, this section should summarize the scenario or situation 

initially presented to players, subsequent key events introduced into play, and the time in which 

these events occurred. For a discussion-based exercise, this section should outline the scenario 

used and/or modules presented to participants.]
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SECTION 3: ANALYSIS OF CAPABILITIES

This section of the report reviews the performance of the exercised capabilities, activities, and 

tasks. In this section, observations are organized by capability and associated activities. The 

capabilities linked to the exercise objectives of [full exercise name] are listed below, followed by 

corresponding activities. Each activity is followed by related observations, which include 

references, analysis, and recommendations.

[The format for Chapter 3, as described above, represents the preferred order for analysis of 

exercise observations. However, observations that are cross-cutting and do not apply to one, 

specific activity within the capability should be listed first, directly under the capability 

summary. Below the cross-cutting observations, you may then present the complete list of 

activities which apply to the observation.]

Capability 1: [Capability Name]

Capability Summary: [Include a detailed overview of the capability, drawn from the TCL 

capability description, and a description of how the capability was performed during an 

operations-based exercise or addressed during a discussion-based exercise. The exact length of 

this summary will depend on the scope of the exercise.]

Activity 1.1: [Using the EEGs, identify the activity to which the observation(s) below pertain.]

Observation 1.1: [Begin this section with a heading indicating whether the observation is a 

“Strength” or an “Area for Improvement.” A strength is an observed action, behavior, 

procedure, and/or practice that is worthy of recognition and special notice. Areas for 

improvement are those areas in which the evaluator observed that a necessary task was not 

performed or that a task was performed with notable problems. Following this heading, insert 

a short, complete sentence that describes the general observation.]

References: [List relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations, or 

sections of these plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations. If no references 

apply to the observation, it is acceptable to simply list “N/A” or “Not Applicable.”]

1. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

2. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

3. [Name of the task and the applicable plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or 

regulations and 1-2 sentences describing their relation to the task]

Analysis: [The analysis section should be the most detailed section of Chapter 3. 

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brief description of what happened and the consequence(s) (positive or negative) of the 

action or behavior. If an action was performed successfully, include any relevant 

innovative approaches utilized by the exercise participants. If an action was not 

performed adequately, the root-causes contributing to the shortcoming must be 

identified.]

Recommendations: [Insert recommendations to address identified areas for 

improvement, based on the judgment and experience of the evaluation team. If the 

observation was identified as a strength, without corresponding recommendations, insert 

“None.]

1. [Complete description of recommendation]

2. [Complete description of recommendation]

3. [Complete description of recommendation]

[Continue to add additional observations, references, analyses, and recommendations for each 

capability as necessary. Maintain numbering convention to allow for easy reference.]
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SECTION 4: CONCLUSION

[This section is a conclusion for the entire document. It provides an overall summary to the 

report. It should include the demonstrated capabilities, lessons learned, major recommendations, 

and a summary of what steps should be taken to ensure that the concluding results will help to 

further refine plans, policies, procedures, and training for this type of incident.

Subheadings are not necessary and the level of detail in this section does not need to be as 

comprehensive as that in the Executive Summary.]
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APPENDIX A: IMPROVEMENT PLAN

This IP has been developed specifically for [identify the State, county, jurisdiction, etc., as applicable] as a result of [full exercise

name] conducted on [date of exercise]. These recommendations draw on both the After Action Report and the After Action 

Conference. [The IP should include the key recommendations and corrective actions identified in Chapter 3: Analysis of 

Capabilities, the After Action Conference, and the EEGs. The IP has been formatted to align with the Corrective Action Program 

System.]

Table A.1: Improvement Plan Matrix

Capability Observation Title Recommendation Corrective Action 

Description

Capability 

Element

Primary 

Responsible 

Agency

Agency

POC Start Date Completion Date

[Capability

1: 

Capability

Name]

1. Observation 1 1.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

1.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1 

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Sep 1, 

2007

1.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Feb 1, 

2007

1.2 Insert 

Recommendation 2

1.2.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1

Training State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 

2007

1.2.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Mar 15, 

2007

2. Observation 2 2.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

2.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 

1

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 15, 

2007

2.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 

2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 

2007
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After Action Report/Improvement Plan [Full Exercise Name]

(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix B: Lessons Learned [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

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APPENDIX B: LESSONS LEARNED

While the After Action Report/Improvement Plan includes recommendations which support 

development of specific post-exercise corrective actions, exercises may also reveal lessons 

learned which can be shared with the broader homeland security audience. The Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) maintains the Lessons Learned Information Sharing (LLIS.gov) 

system as a means of sharing post-exercise lessons learned with the emergency response 

community. This appendix provides jurisdictions and organizations with an opportunity to 

nominate lessons learned from exercises for sharing on LLIS.gov.

For reference, the following are the categories and definitions used in LLIS.gov:

• Lesson Learned: Knowledge and experience, positive or negative, derived from 

actual incidents, such as the 9/11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina, as well as those 

derived from observations and historical study of operations, training, and exercises.

• Best Practices: Exemplary, peer-validated techniques, procedures, good ideas, or 

solutions that work and are solidly grounded in actual operations, training, and exercise 

experience.

• Good Stories: Exemplary, but non-peer-validated, initiatives (implemented by 

various jurisdictions) that have shown success in their specific environments and that 

may provide useful information to other communities and organizations.

• Practice Note: A brief description of innovative practices, procedures, methods, 

programs, or tactics that an organization uses to adapt to changing conditions or to 

overcome an obstacle or challenge.

Exercise Lessons Learned

[Insert an account of any observations nominated for inclusion in the DHS LLIS.gov system. If 

there are not any nominations, a simple statement to that effect should be included here.]
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(AAR/IP) [Exercise Name Continued]

Appendix C: [Protective Marking] [Jurisdiction]

Participant Feedback Form 15

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APPENDIX C: PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK SUMMARY

[Appendix C of the AAR/IP should provide a summary of the feedback received through this 

form.]
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APPENDIX D: EXERCISE EVENTS SUMMARY TABLE

[In formulating its analysis, the evaluation team may assemble a timeline of key exercise events.

While it is not necessary to include this timeline in the main body of the AAR/IP, the evaluation 

team may find value in including it as an appendix. If so, this section should summarize what 

actually happened during the exercise in a timeline table format. Focus of this section is on what 

inputs were actually presented to the players and what actions the players took during the 

exercise. Successful development of this section is aided by the design, development, and 

planning actions of the exercise design team. Prior to the exercise, the exercise design team 

should have developed a timeline of anticipated key events.]

[An example of the format for the Exercise Events Summary Table is presented below.]

Table D.1: Exercise Events Summary

Date Time

Scenario Event, 

Simulated Player Inject, 

Player Action

Event/Action

02/20/06 0900 Scenario Event Explosion and injuries reported at subway station 13 

02/20/06 0902 Player Action Subway services stopped in accordance with 

protocols; notifications started

02/20/06 0915 Player Action Evacuation ordered for planning zone 2A

02/20/06 0940 Simulated Player Inject Traffic at a standstill on major egress route 1 reported 

to players (Response generated issue because 

personnel to staff traffic control points were not 

deployed)
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APPENDIX E: PERFORMANCE RATING

[When a jurisdiction/organization elects to use performance ratings, or when initiatives require a 

rating within the AAR/IP, the following approach can be used. A qualitative performance rating 

is assigned to each activity demonstrated within its capability area. The performance rating is 

based on a systemic review by the lead evaluator of exercise performance based on evaluator 

analysis of how well the participants demonstrated the capability outcome. The results should be 

summarized within this appendix and should be based on the supporting narrative contained 

within the body of the AAR/IP.]

The performance rating categories refer to how well each activity was performed during the 

exercise and are detailed in the table below.

Table E.1: Performance Ratings

Rating Description

Performed without Challenges The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s) and did not negatively impact the performance of 

other activities. Performance of this activity did not contribute to 

additional health and/or safety risks for the public or for 

emergency workers, and it was conducted in accordance with 

applicable plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Performed with Some Challenges, 

but Adequately

The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s) and did not negatively impact the performance of 

other activities. Performance of this activity did not contribute to 

additional health and/or safety risks for the public or for 

emergency workers, and it was conducted in accordance with 

applicable plans, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. 

However, opportunities to enhance effectiveness and/or 

efficiency were identified.

Performed with Major Challenges The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were completed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s), but some or all of the following were observed: 

demonstrated performance had a negative impact on the 

performance of other activities; contributed to additional health 

and/or safety risks for the public or for emergency workers; 

and/or, was not conducted in accordance with applicable plans, 

policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Unable to be Performed The performance measures and tasks associated with the 

activity were not performed in a manner that achieved the 

objective(s).
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APPENDIX F: ACRONYMS

[Any acronym used in the AAR should be listed alphabetically and spelled out.]

Table F.1: Acronyms

Acronym Meaning
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[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Phone]

[FEMA Exercise Manager]

Federal Emergency Management Agency

810 Seventh Street, NW

Washington, DC 20531

[Date]

Dear [FEMA Exercise Manager]:

In accordance with [Fiscal Year] Homeland Security Grant Program Guidance, we have enclosed 

the draft version of the After Action Report (AAR) from the [Exercise Name and Type]

conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. Please review the draft AAR and contact 

us with any comments you may have so that we can address them before the After Action 

Conference.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Contact Information].

Sincerely,

[State Exercise Program Manager]
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[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Phone]

[State Exercise Program Manager] 

[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Date]

Dear [State Exercise Program Manager]:

Please find enclosed the draft version of the After Action Report (AAR) from the [Exercise 

Name and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. Please review the draft 

AAR and contact us with any comments you may have so that we can address them before the 

After Action Conference. 

If you have any questions or comments, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Exercise Point of 

Contact Information].

Sincerely,

[Agency/Jurisdiction Lead Planner]
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[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Phone]

[FEMA Exercise Manager]

Federal Emergency Management Agency

810 Seventh Street, NW

Washington, DC 20531

[Date]

Dear [FEMA Exercise Manager]:

In accordance with [Fiscal Year] Homeland Security Grant Program Guidance, we are pleased to 

enclose the final After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) from the [Exercise Name 

and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. If you have any questions,

please contact [State Exercise Program Manager] at [Contact Information].

Sincerely,

[State Exercise Program Manager]
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[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Phone]

[State Exercise Program Manager] 

[Mailing Address Line 1]

[Mailing Address Line 2]

[City, State ZIP]

[Date]

Dear [State Exercise Program Manager]:

We are pleased to enclose the final After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) from the 

[Exercise Name and Type] conducted in [Agency/Jurisdiction] on [Exercise Date]. We 

appreciate the support you and your planners provided, and we hope our insights are useful in 

enhancing the preparedness of [State]. 

If you have any questions, please contact [Exercise POC] at [Exercise Point of Contact 

Information].

Sincerely,

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) 

Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Template 

Customization Job Aid (Operations-Based EEG) 

HSEEP (March 2010) 1 

Introduction 

The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) library contains templates 

for exercise planners to use in developing Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs) for specific 

exercises. These templates are Microsoft Word documents and are based on the Target 

Capabilities List (TCL). This job aid will help exercise design teams use the templates to develop 

EEGs specific to individual exercise needs. The National Exercise Division (NED) recommends 

that design teams remove data that is not relevant to the exercise and edit the remaining content 

to allow better evaluation of exercise objectives. This job aid focuses on development of the 

operations-based EEG template. 

Selecting EEG Templates 

During the initial design of the exercise, the planning team should 

select the EEG template that corresponds to each target capability 

chosen for the exercise. The exercise objectives for participating 

agencies should align with the selected target capabilities and will 

be used to select the specific activities for evaluation. Once EEGs 

templates are selected, the table at the top of page 1 can be used to 

cross-walk applicable objectives to the target capability. For 

example, during an exercise to test response to a major highway 

hazardous materials (HazMat) incident, the Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) Management capability could be linked to more than 

just the EOC staff’s objectives. If public works has an objective to establish communications 

with the EOC and exchange information, the public works objective should be listed. 

The EEG templates consist of two parts: the analysis form and the After Action Report (AAR) 

data input form. The information below explains the best use of the templates to provide 

evaluators with user-friendly EEGs. 

Analysis Form 

Selecting Activities 

The templates include all of the activities listed in the TCL. The 

final exercise evaluation of strengths and areas for improvement 

will be written to the activity level but will be categorized by 

target capability in the AAR. Based on the objectives listed on the 

first page of the EEG, the Exercise Planning Team should look at 

the activities in the EEG template and delete those that do not 

directly correlate to the exercise objectives. 
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To remove an activity table, place your cursor anywhere within the table text. On your Word 

toolbar, select “Table,” “Delete,” and “Table.” (These instructions and screenshots are based on 

Microsoft Word 2003. Individual systems may vary.) 

Activity Table Content 

The activity tables use several columns to categorize expected player actions for evaluation. 

Some of the columns are prepopulated with data from the TCL; others are populated by the 

Exercise Planning Team based on agency-specific plans. The NED recommends that the 

planning team customize the prepopulated data to better fit jurisdiction or agency plans. The 

activity table columns include: 

Plan Reference 

This column provides an area for the Exercise Planning Team to 

provide a reference to the jurisdiction or agency plan that 

specifically cites the identified task. This reference will help 

evaluators prepare for the exercise; when they review the EEGs, 

they can easily find the source of their assigned evaluation in the 

associated plan. When the evaluators submit strengths and 

recommendations for improvement areas, they will have the plan 

reference available for AAR input. 

Tasks 

Each row of this column is a tactical task or an element that 

demonstrates the associated activity. Many of these tasks are 

generic. The Exercise Planning Team should edit the task so that 

the EEG captures who, what, and how the task will be accomplished as outlined in the 

jurisdiction or agency plan. 

Metric 

The metric column is prepopulated for tasks within the TCL, 

if available. Since the TCL is written at a high level 

applicable to many government agencies, most tasks do not 

have preidentified performance measures. The Exercise 

Planning Team should populate this column for each task 

based on the plan being validated. For example, if the task is 

“EOC Duty Officer (who) should recall Level 1 staff 

(what) using cell phone notification roster (how),” the 

metrics should include the percentage of the staff and the 

time standards (e.g., 100 percent recall contact within 30 

minutes). Applying localized performance measures will 

provide more credibility to the evaluation and allow for more 

tangible improvement actions. 
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Yes, No, and Time 

These columns are for evaluators to use when analyzing 

their notes and logs during the evaluator debriefing and 

should remain blank during EEG template customization. 

Activity Analysis 

These columns are for evaluators to use when analyzing their notes 

and logs during the evaluator debriefing and should remain blank 

during EEG development. The activity analysis bullet 

points are where the evaluators identify strengths and areas 

for improvement during the exercise, can be used for the 

AAR executive summary, and will serve as the observation titles 

during AAR development. Each strength or area for improvement 

bullet point will have its own AAR data input form. These columns 

are left alone during the actual template customization. 

The Exercise Planning Team should repeat these design steps for each column of the remaining 

activity tables in the EEG template that correlate to the exercise scope and objectives. 

AAR Data Input Form 

To accurately capture evaluator observations and recommended 

improvement actions, the AAR data input form mirrors the HSEEP 

AAR/Improvement Plan (IP) format and data fields in the 

Corrective Action Program (CAP) System. The AAR data input 

form has directions highlighted in gray for each data field to help 

evaluators populate the form. The design team should include these 

instructions as part of evaluator orientation and guidance in the Controller 

and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. Once included in the C/E Handbook, the 

instructions can be deleted from the data input form template so that 

evaluators have more room to write. The Exercise Planning Team should 

instruct evaluators to complete one data input form for each strength or 

area for improvement from the analysis form. The planning team should 

also consider having enough copies of the AAR input form for each evaluator if they decide to 

provide written comments or e-mail an electronic version for typed comments. 

Header and Footer 

In completing the customization, the Evaluation Planning Team should: 

 Update the EEG template header with the exercise name and dates (both the AAR input 

form and analysis form). 

 Delete the customization reminder at the top of the header. 

 Customize the footer with the appropriate exercise program name or series, if applicable. 
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Guidelines and Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) User Guide

The goal of this exercise evaluation is to validate strengths and identify improvement opportunities for 

the [plan]. In the [exercise name], evaluation will attempt to validate plan contents, procedures, and 

protocols of participating agencies and determine their level of capability with regard to [list exercise

target capabilities]. Operations-based validation attempts to answer the following questions: 

• Did personnel execute established plans, procedures, and protocols accordingly?

• Did personnel execute tasks within identified metrics?

• Through task execution, did personnel demonstrate they had received appropriate training?

• During task execution, did personnel use the appropriate identified and provided equipment?

• Are appropriate leadership and organizational protocols in place, and were they established to 

manage task execution?

Evaluation Steps

1. Preexercise Preparation

Before the exercise, you should be familiar with the exercise 

objectives, Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), injects, key 

evaluation areas, and EEG contents.

• Review appropriate plans, procedures, and protocols, 

including the [plan].

• Attend required evaluator training and other briefings.

• Review appropriate exercise materials, including the exercise schedule and evaluator 

instructions.

• Review the EEGs and other supporting materials for your area of responsibility.

2. Observing the Exercise

During the exercise, you should not focus on filling out the EEG 

analysis forms. Instead, closely monitor participant actions and 

take detailed notes relative to your assigned area of evaluation.

You should be familiar with the activities and tasks for 

evaluation, but do not jump ahead to analysis until the exercise 

has ended. As applicable, make references in your notes to 

specific exercise objectives or target capabilities.

• Your primary duty is to document player actions. After the exercise, that information will be 

used to determine whether the exercised capabilities and plans were effectively demonstrated and 

to identify strengths and improvement items.

• Do not prompt players with specific responses or interfere with player performance in any way.

• Reference EEGs to confirm objectives are being met; advise the lead controller if they are not.
[Jurisdiction or Agency]

[Exercise Name]

[Exercise Date]

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3. Data Analysis

After the exercise, use your EEG data analysis form to help 

organize your notes in categorized data for the After Action 

Report (AAR). The analysis form lists all of the critical tasks 

that should have been completed or addressed (based on 

exercise objectives) along with applicable metrics for each 

critical task. Similar tasks are grouped within activity tables.

You will also identify strengths and areas for improvement for 

each activity. These bullet points will serve as your observation titles for the AAR input. After the 

exercise, as you are conducting your analysis, you should:

• Participate in the Hot Wash, and take notes on findings identified by players. Before the Hot 

Wash, do not discuss specific issues or problems with participants. 

• After the Hot Wash, summarize your notes and prepare for the Controller and Evaluator 

Debriefing. Have your summary ready for the lead evaluator, including bulleted strengths and 

areas for improvement from the activity analysis

• Use data to determine whether the exercise capabilities and plans were effectively implemented.

• Use data to identify observations as strengths or areas for improvement.

4. AAR Development

Take the detailed notes that you analyzed at the activity level 

and provide detailed recommendations for continuous 

improvement. The AAR input form has four major fields that 

should be completed for each strength or area for improvement:

• Observation. This is a one-sentence statement that 

identifies the strength or area for improvement as noted 

in the activity analysis tables. This field is followed by check boxes to identify the capability 

preparedness element under which the root cause of this observation falls.

• Reference. This field provides an area to reference relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, or 

regulations that could be used to facilitate implementing recommendations for improvement or 

capturing strengths.

• Analysis. This field provides an area to document detailed data on what you observed during the 

exercise specific to this individual observation. This is where you will provide the who, why, and 

what of the strength or area for improvement based on your notes.

• Recommendations. These are suggested steps to allow the participants to further improve the 

plans or share strengths. Recommendations should be targeted specifically at the individual 

observation and capability element that was determined to be the root cause of the observation. 

Remember to complete one AAR input form for each bullet point from your activity analysis tables. The 

Exercise Planning Team will use these input forms to build the exercise AAR. The team assembling the 

AAR should review the content of the AAR input form and identify any possible revisions before 

pasting it into the AAR document.
[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) After Action Report (AAR) Input Form

Capability

Activity

Observation [Insert a short, complete sentence that describes the general observation. Then select 

from the lists below whether the observation is a strength or an area for improvement. 

A strength is an observed action, behavior, procedure, and/or practice that is worthy of 

recognition and special notice. Areas for improvement are those areas in which the 

evaluator observed that a necessary task was not performed or that a task was 

performed with notable problems. Lastly, identify the capability element that this 

observation falls under.]

□ Noted Strength □ Area for Improvement

Capability Element

□ Equipment 

□ Organization

□ Personnel

□ Planning 

□ Process

□ Training

References 

(Standards, Policies, 

or Plans)

[List relevant plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations, or sections of these 

plans, policies, procedures, laws, and/or regulations. If no references apply to the 

observation, it is acceptable to list “N/A” or “Not Applicable.”]

1.

2.

3.

Analysis [Include a description of the behavior or actions at the core of the observation, as well 

as a brief description of what happened and the consequence(s) (positive or negative) 

of the action or behavior. If an action was performed successfully, include any relevant 

innovative approaches utilized by the exercise participants. If an action was not 

performed adequately, the root causes contributing to the shortcoming must be 

identified.]

Recommendations [Insert recommendations to address identified areas for improvement, based on the 

judgment and experience of the evaluation team. If the observation was identified as a 

strength without corresponding recommendations, insert “None.”]

1.

2.

3.
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare to safeguard animal health. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop animal safety and security plans, programs, 

and agreements.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

control of large-scale animal disease events.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for longterm animal healthcare.[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols for disposing of infectious 

agricultural waste.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to collect and dispose of infected 

material to reduce the spread of animal disease.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to safeguard animal health. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating public 

information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate the development of processes to improve 

security at key points and at access points of critical 

infrastructure.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate the development of processes to improve 

cargo security and screening capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage community assistance programs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop community recovery, mitigation, and 

economic stabilization plans, programs, and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect information about threats to the Nation’s food 

supply.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments to assess 

vulnerability of potential targets to identified threats.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance for food and agriculture safety 

and defense.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate intelligence and surveillance activities. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize threats. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance and information collection, and 

produce intelligence.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct border control operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect materials for potential chemical, biological, 

radiological, nuclear, and/or high-yield explosives 

(CBRNE) weapons or precursors.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use advanced information as well as targeting and 

technology on the ground, on the water, and in the air 

to prevent entry of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and 

other high-risk people and goods between and among 

States, tribes, and international trade partners.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify critical infrastructure and key assets within the 

Nation, region, State, or local area.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Map threat analysis against critical infrastructure to 

identify and analyze infrastructure asset vulnerabilities 

and critical risk.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct consequence analysis of critical assets and 

key resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement deterrence and defense protection 

measures.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement detection measures such as inspection 

surveillance, employee monitoring, and security 

counterintelligence.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training and exercise programs for 

distribution of prophylaxis for animal health.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and procedures to 

enable local veterinary communities to recognize 

exposure to CBRNE materials and to use tools and 

equipment to detect the presence of CBRNE 

materials.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train the public to be aware and to report suspicious 

items and behavior.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Animal Disease Emergency Support Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans and procedures for animal health 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal-health emergency response 

operations.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and provide regional and State resources 

and procedures for the response to an outbreak of 

highly contagious animal and plant diseases.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct internal communications for animal health 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal safety and biosecurity response. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for animal 

healthcare through the Incident Command System 

(ICS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal health disease outbreak 

assessment activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for implementation 

of a local, regional, or national distribution system for 

mass animal therapeutics and vaccination program. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency public information regarding 

animal health issues through the Joint Information 

System (JIS). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exchange and disseminate data as necessary for 

appropriate animal treatment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate site cleanup. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) to 

personnel involved in animal health response site 

operations and cleanup. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate epidemiological investigations and lab 

testing for disease outbreaks. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain information systems across 

animal-health related response entities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture emergency 

management plans at the local, State, and national 

levels. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate food and agricultural safety and 

defense operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate transportation response. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate, mobilize, and manage resources for animal 

health operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track and report resources for animal health 

operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Animal Disease Emergency Support

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate animal health operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain animal health response 

communication systems across responsible entities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor and coordinate response team’s possessions 

and deliveries of needed supplies. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Animal Health Epidemiological Investigation and Surveillance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing monitoring and surveillance of 

agricultural and animal health safety and security. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigation as surveillance 

reports warrant, and coordinate Federal, State, and 

local veterinary assets and services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate Federal, State, and local veterinary assets 

and services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether foreign animal disease agent is 

intentional or accidental. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct animal tracing to determine source, 

destination, and disposition of affected animals. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether an emerging infectious animal 

disease agent or a biological threat agent consists of 

single or multiple strains. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with vector control experts to conduct 

surveillance and monitoring of animal infections until 

population densities and infection rates return to 

prevent levels. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain samples for lab testing. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search for materials. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of materials suspected of being, or known to 

be, dangerous. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Implement Disease Containment Measures

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, protocols, and systems 

for distribution of mass prophylaxis from the National 

Veterinary Stockpile (NVS). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement animal control measures for infected 

animals threatening the public’s health (includes stray 

pets, domestic animals, and wild animals). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support implementation of protective 

actions to stop the spread of disease. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide human vaccination during animal health 

emergency if needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct strategic vaccinations or treatments of 

animals. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans to collect and dispose of infected 

material to reduce the spread of animal disease. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate cleaning and decontamination of affected 

food facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine wildlife exposure and disposition. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hazardous materials response for 

disinfectants used in animal health response. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and conduct environmental 

decontamination for animal health response. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for disposing of infectious 

agricultural waste. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Provide Animal Welfare

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an animal safety and biosecurity response. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide husbandry services. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Conduct Euthanasia/Disposal

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Euthanize animals to prevent spread of disease. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and dispose of animal-health response 

materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to implement 

disposal methods for agricultural waste, including 

carcasses, that reduce the spread of animal disease. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Demobilize Animal Disease Emergency Support Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an animal health response operation 

demobilization plan. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement the animal health response operation 

demobilization plan. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore animal health response personnel and 

equipment to normal operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate documentation for 

demobilization of animal health operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate recovery operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate establishment of long-term monitoring of 

the environment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct long-term environmental impact 

assessments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide engineering and other support for structures, 

public works, and infrastructure systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide economic stabilization, community recovery, 

and mitigation support and/or financial restitution to 

key service sectors (e.g., medical, financial, public 

health and safety). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Animal Disease Emergency Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide financial management and reimbursement to 

affected agriculture entities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate economic stabilization. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

CBRNE Detection

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain plans and processes for 

chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and/or highyield explosives (CBRNE) detection and 

communication operations.

Updated 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional CBRNE coordination plans or 

activities involving all Federal, State, local, tribal, and 

private stakeholders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop policies and protocols for determining 

appropriate locations for detection operations 

(“interdiction points”) for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to identify, acquire, and integrate 

appropriate detection technology in operational 

environments for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols for resolving CBRNE alarms. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures on how to receive threat 

information from law enforcement/intelligence 

agencies regarding CBRNE agents.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures on how to notify appropriate 

officials of CBRNE detection results.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards for detection technologies for each 

CBRNE agent, including sensitivity and selectivity 

standards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement global standards for cargo 

screening for each CBRNE agent in coordination with 

transportation screening.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement equipment acquisition and 

certification standards for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop technology standards for existing detection 

technologies used by the government and private 

sector for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop technology standards for emerging detection 

technologies for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate analytical methods to detect CBRNE 

material.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and agreements to enhance and 

maintain adequate resources and technologies for 

detection operations for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish coordination and/or mutual aid agreements 

with external CBRNE detection and alarm resolution 

capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols to ensure that technical support 

(either onsite or reachback) is available during

detection operations for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify financial and technological gaps in detection 

resources for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire and allocate resources to address identified 

financial gaps in detection for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a research and development program to 

address shortfalls in technologies for detecting 

CBRNE material.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and agreements to facilitate the 

sharing and dissemination of information on CBRNE 

detection across stakeholders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes for obtaining data regarding 

evolving CBRNE threats in coordination with the 

Intelligence and Information Sharing and 

Dissemination capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to facilitate the exchange of 

CBRNE detection-related information and data among 

Federal, State, local, and tribal agencies.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish policies and procedures for detection of 

each CBRNE agent and the communication of 

CBRNE detection results and warnings.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain an interoperable information 

network for detection of each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement a program to conduct 

detection of each CBRNE agent at critical 

infrastructure/key resources (CI/KR) in coordination 

with the Critical Infrastructure Protection capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a CBRNE threat assessment for CI/KR. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detection requirements analysis for each 

CBRNE agent for CI/KR.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify locations to place detection devices at CI/KR 

for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize and allocate CBRNE detection resources for 

CI/KR in coordination with the Critical Infrastructure 

Protection capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy fixed and mobile detection resources to CI/KR 

for each CBRNE agent.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain training programs to support 

CBRNE detection and communication operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel for CBNRE detection training. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training to enable personnel 

(e.g., first responders, law enforcement, intelligence, 

medical community) to recognize the presence of 

CBRNE material.

100% of 

identified 

personnel

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish key personnel training standards for CBRNE 

detection.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide CBRNE support equipment and threat device 

handling training to operations and investigation 

personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement public education campaigns/ 

trainings for CBRNE awareness.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Publish and distribute CBRNE detection awareness 

material.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test and exercise CBRNE detection and 

communication protocols regularly.

Detection: 

every 12 

months; 

notification: every 

3 months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare AARs, and update CBRNE detection and 

communication protocols as necessary, based on 

lessons learned during exercises.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Detect CBRNE

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations in communities 

for illegal manufacture and/or use.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Investigate a venue for the possible placement of a 

CBRNE device.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the use of CBRNE material in a community 

and/or venue.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct continuous and ad hoc CBRNE material 

detection in a community and/or venue.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect illegal manufacturing of CBRNE material at 

potential manufacturing sites.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations at key 

transportation points.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect CBRNE material on people or items entering 

events, aircraft, mass transit, or other high-impact 

targets. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect and monitor cargo at key interdiction points for 

potential CBRNE material. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify potential CBRNE material at key interdiction 

points requiring further inspection. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the ground, air, and sea transport and/or 

deployment of CBRNE material into and within the 

United States and its Territories. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen people to detect CBRNE material at all ports 

of entry. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen material (e.g., baggage, mail) to detect 

CBRNE material at all ports of entry (e.g., seaports, 

airports, border crossing points). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide point and standoff detection resources. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct CBRNE detection operations at CI/KR 

locations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen people to detect CBRNE material at all CI/KR 

locations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen material (e.g., baggage, mail) to detect 

CBRNE material at all CI/KR. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use intelligence information to focus CBRNE material 

searches and surveillance activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use intelligence information to target suspect 

containers or shipments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect the theft or diversion of CBRNE materials. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with animal health and epidemiological 

surveillance personnel to focus CBRNE detection on 

public health and medical information (e.g., syndromic 

surveillance and medical diagnostic tests). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for resolving CBRNE alarms and 

detecting suspect material. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and maintain results from detection alarms 

and responses. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Identify and/or Characterize CBRNE Material

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct additional screenings to confirm the presence 

of CBRNE materials. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide samples to relevant entities (e.g., public 

health or animal health laboratories, law enforcement, 

forensic laboratories) for additional assessments, as 

necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct appropriate tests and assessments to 

characterize and identify detected CBRNE material. 

100% 

correctly 

identified

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether detected CBRNE material is a 

threat. 

100% 

identification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather CBRNE material detection information that can 

be used in attribution efforts to appropriate personnel, 

including law enforcement and intelligence community 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Communicate CBRNE Detection Incidents

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate CBRNE material threat and discovery 

information with intelligence, public safety, public 

health, and other appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate personnel (e.g., intelligence 

community, law enforcement, first responders, public) 

of CBRNE detection data and results. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate data and observations using 

appropriate formats and standards. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

CBRNE Detection

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to manage 

evacuations and sheltering in place.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop evacuation procedures for populations and 

locations at risk (including high-density areas, 

neighborhoods, high-rise buildings, subways, airports, 

special event venues) and institutions that should 

begin evacuations early (e.g., hospitals, nursing 

homes, long-term care facilities, correctional facilities).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and distribute public education materials on 

evacuation/shelter-in-place preparation, plans, and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in citizen preparedness activities to ensure 

that public information on evacuation/shelter-in-place 

preparation and processes is effectively 

communicated.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement programs to train local 

citizens on evacuation, reentry, and shelter-in place 

processes.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in establishment of public information 

announcements to be issued as part of evacuation or 

shelter-in-place orders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement plans and procedures to 

identify in advance populations that require assistance 

during evacuation or sheltering in place.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish registry of populations that require 

assistance during evacuation or sheltering in place.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement procedures to identify and 

arrange for transportation to accommodate 

immobilized individuals or others who require special 

assistance during transport.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for identifying during 

an incident populations that require assistance with 

evacuation, including identification of type of 

assistance required.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes to ensure that immobilized and 

other individuals who require special assistance can 

be moved to collection points for evacuation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for identifying and collecting 

individuals who do not go to collection points.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify evacuee collection points and 

staging/reception areas (for immediate sheltering and 

processing).

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prearrange contracts and agreements to ensure 

provision of transportation vehicle and drivers during 

an incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and arrange for staging and use of resources 

from outside the planning area.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to get resources to 

those who have sheltered in place (long term—3 days 

or more).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for coordinating with 

other agencies to meet basic needs during 

evacuation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop agreements with neighboring areas regarding 

movement and receipt of evacuees from the affected 

area.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for evacuation/shelterin-place of companion animals.[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for staff 

involved in evacuation/shelter-in-place 

implementation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises involving 

evacuation of various types of locations to local 

shelters as well as more distant cities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the training and exercise gaps. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review existing training and exercise resources 

available for participation and/or inclusion in 

comprehensive training and exercise strategy.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify populations, institutions (e.g., hospitals, 

nursing homes, correctional facilities) and locations to 

be evacuated or sheltered in place.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to identify risk (e.g., 

from a potential terrorist attack) to transportation 

infrastructure that may be used for evacuation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to anticipate 

secondary attack, and identify security and survival 

vulnerabilities of the evacuated or sheltered 

population and protective countermeasures.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate decisionmaking authority 

responsible for deciding a course of action to address 

the incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine appropriate course of action to address the 

incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with serving Public Service Answering 

Points (PSAPs) regarding communication of the 

evacuation and/or shelter-in-place decision.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess evacuation/shelter-in-place plans, and 

begin implementation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess location of evacuation collection points and 

staging areas identified in plans, and adjust as 

needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess evacuation traffic management plan, and 

adjust as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care, medical, and other 

services to set up evacuation staging areas. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess emergency evacuation routes, and adjust 

as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with transportation agencies to implement 

evacuation plans. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care services to identify location 

of shelter facilities and other mass care services for 

evacuees. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care agencies to assess the 

need for emergency feeding and sheltering activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies regarding caring 

for companion animals in transit. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate medical assistance for special-needs 

evacuees in transit. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate agencies of anticipated medical 

assistance required upon arrival at temporary 

locations (e.g., staging area, shelters). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hazardous materials (HazMat) 

personnel to conduct decontamination of evacuees, 

including those with disabilities and medical needs 

(including their equipment). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with environmental health to monitor 

progress of affected area to determine when reentry is 

deemed appropriate. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and mobilize appropriate personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue shelter-in-place order. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies providing emergency public 

information and warning to ensure effective 

communication of evacuation/shelter-in-place order 

and procedures. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine locations of populations that may need 

assistance with evacuation from affected area (e.g., 

using preestablished registry of populations in 

facilities). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plan to capture self-reporting by those 

requiring assistance with evacuation (e.g., via hotline). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct triage upon identification to determine type of 

assistance required. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement systems for tracking evacuees and those 

who shelter in place. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement notification protocols for communication to 

PSAPs (911 centers). 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Implement Evacuation Orders for General Population

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide public notification agencies with information to 

provide instructions for evacuation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate approved traffic control plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies regarding 

support for traffic control. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide information regarding evacuation staging area 

location. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures for allowing voluntary tracking 

of evacuees who participate voluntarily. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor evacuation traffic flow/demand, and adjust 

evacuation traffic management plan and measures as 

appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide services (e.g., gas, food, water, tow trucks) 

along the evacuation route(s). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor evacuation traffic to identify those no longer 

able to self-evacuate and requiring specialized 

assistance. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Collect and Evacuate Population Requiring Assistance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Order transportation services for evacuation. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with supporting agencies and prearranged 

providers to obtain appropriate means of 

transportation for those requiring transportation 

assistance (e.g., buses, ambulances, handicapassisted vans). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans for providing alternative means of 

transport for immobilized individuals or those needing 

other special assistance in transit. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate specialized transportation 

services for those requiring additional support during 

evacuation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of medical support services for 

evacuating special-needs populations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect individuals at preestablished collection points, 

and transfer to staging/reception area. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect individuals at nonspecified locations, and 

transfer to staging/reception area. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Operate Evacuation Staging/Reception Area

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish evacuation staging/reception area. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct security sweeps of evacuation 

staging/reception areas prior to occupancy, if incident 

is a terrorist attack or suspected terrorist attack. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with mass care, for basic 

needs support and processing of evacuated 

individuals and companion animals in preparation for 

further movement. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with medical care, access to 

medical services for evacuated individuals in 

staging/reception area. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide, in coordination with the Weapons of Mass 

Destruction (WMD) and HazMat Response and 

Decontamination capability, for decontamination of 

evacuated individuals if necessary (including those 

with medical needs). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to address 

needs of those requiring assistance. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide tracking of people needing evacuation 

assistance. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide voluntary registration/tracking system for 

general population to support reunification. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Manage Incoming Evacuees

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish reception areas/centers for evacuees in the 

host jurisdiction. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor traffic movement of self-evacuees into/through 

area, and redirect as necessary.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with support agencies to provide shortterm needs for evacuees, such as directions, 

information, shelter, medical care, and other 

assistance. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 15

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan, in coordination with social service agencies, for 

long-term support for evacuees (e.g., temporary 

housing, schools, job searches). 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement In-Place Protection Procedures

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify steps to reduce infiltration of hazard(s). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure access to emergency communications while 

sheltered in place. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 16

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use emergency alert system and PSAPs to advise 

and update information of incident. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assist Reentry

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adapt and implement reentry plans as officials 

announce areas within the region to be approved for 

reentry. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in the reentry of people and pets into evacuated 

areas when appropriate and safe. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 17

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide reentry information to the public on a timely 

and ongoing basis. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to provide 

instructions and information if reentry is not feasible. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for decontamination of equipment, supplies, 

and personnel used in evacuation/in-place protection. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Citizen Evacuation and Shelter-in-Place

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 18

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing on evacuation/inplace protection implementation. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release personnel supporting evacuation/in-place 

protection. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Communications

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plans, policies, procedures, 

and systems that support required communications 

with all Federal, regional, State, local, and tribal 

governments and agencies as well as voluntary 

agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for the exchange of voice and 

data with Federal, regional, State, local, and tribal 

agencies as well as voluntary agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop supplemental and backup communications 

and information technology plans, procedures, and 

systems.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify emergency communications and data 

requirements for each stakeholder.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a continuous improvement plan that enriches 

interoperable communications to provide advanced 

customer service, reliability, and operational 

effectiveness.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete an assessment of standard communications 

capabilities for the Public Safety Answering Points 

(PSAPs) and Public Safety Communications Centers 

to ensure an appropriate continuity of operations 

(COOP) plan is in place for public safety and service 

agencies’ communications.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to provide telecommunications and 

information technology support to Federal, regional, 

State, local, and tribal officials and the private sector.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design reliable, redundant, and robust 

communications systems for daily operations capable 

of quickly reconstituting normal operations in the event 

of disruption or destruction.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate procurement and placement of technology 

communications systems based on a gap analysis of 

requirements versus existing capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop information systems protection procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain automated credential 

verification systems to ensure proper credentialing for 

controlled access areas.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain information systems across 

response entities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop interoperable telecommunications and 

information technology systems across governmental 

departments and agencies.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness training programs 

for response communications.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercises/drills of sufficient intensity to 

challenge management and operations and to test the 

knowledge, skills, and abilities of individuals and 

organizations for response communications.

Every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazard 

incident management capability for response 

communications.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action review to determine strengths 

and shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan 

accordingly for response communications.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Alert and Dispatch

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability 

plans and protocols.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information. Within 60 

seconds 

from call 

classification by 

dispatch

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications 

language (i.e., plain English) to ensure information 

dissemination is timely, clear, acknowledged, and 

understood by all receivers.

90% of 

communications 

received 

and 

understood

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request external resources using the Emergency 

Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) and other 

mutual aid/assistance processes (inter- and intraState).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate documentation process of required forms and 

followup notations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notations on immediate response 

communications.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communications networks are 

functioning. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility 

and communications network systems. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Incident Command/First Responder/First Receiver/Interoperable Communications

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability 

plans and protocols. 

[From plan 

or new 

Target 

Capabilities List 

(TCL)]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information. Within 60 

seconds 

from call 

classification by 

dispatch

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate incident site communications to be 

consistent with the National Incident Management 

System (NIMS) framework. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications 

language (i.e., plain English) to ensure information 

dissemination is timely, clear, acknowledged, and 

understood by all receivers. 

90% of 

communications 

received 

and 

understood

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notations on immediate response 

communications. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communications networks are 

functioning. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain response communications 

systems onsite. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility 

and communications network systems. 

Continuous

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Provide Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Communications Support 

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability 

plans and protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate incident response information. Within 60 

seconds 

from call 

classification by 

dispatch

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inform staff and management of interoperable 

communications requirements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and/or support as 

appropriate to Incident Command or Unified 

Command and/or Joint Field Office(s). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and provide telecommunications and 

information technology support to Federal, regional, 

State, local, and tribal officials and the private sector. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and ensure connectivity with the 

EOC/Multiagency Coordination Center (MACC). 

Continuous
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate communications policy and procedure 

across response entities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain response communications 

systems onsite. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain interoperable information 

systems network within the EOC. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate placement of latest technology that is 

available to agencies participating in response. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure redundant communications circuits/channels 

are available for use. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all critical communications networks are 

functioning. 

Continuous

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications 

language (i.e., plain English) to ensure information 

dissemination is timely, clear, acknowledged, and 

understood by all receivers. 

90% of 

communications 

received 

and 

understood

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a common operating picture (COP) for realtime sharing of information with all participating 

entities to ensure all responder agencies are working 

from the same information. 

Continuous
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notations on immediate response 

communications. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures to protect information facility 

and communications network systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and open State communications 

support/channels to local and tribal government and 

the private sector to assist in awareness, prevention, 

response, and recovery communications activities. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Provide Federal Facilities, Task Force, and Recovery Assistance Interoperable Communications

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident communications interoperability 

plans and protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications 

language (i.e., plain English) to ensure information 

dissemination is timely, clear, acknowledged, and 

understood by all receivers. 

90% of 

communications 

received 

and 

understood

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notations on immediate response 

communications. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Return to Normal Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established common response communications 

language (i.e., plain English) to ensure information 

dissemination is timely, clear, acknowledged, and 

understood by all receivers.

90% of 

communications 

received 

and 

understood

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notations on immediate response 

communications. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications section of the demobilization 

plan. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate interoperable deactivation procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications demobilization. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Communications

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Community Preparedness and Participation

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Establish Collaborative Structure and Process for Government and Nongovernmental Entities at 

All Levels

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish leadership support at the national, State, 

local, and tribal levels for Citizen Corps Councils.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain Citizen Corps Councils at all 

levels of government: Federal, State, local, and tribal.

99% of 

population 

served by 

Citizen 

Corps 

Council

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a strategic plan for the Citizen Corps 

Council’s jurisdiction to engage all residents in 

preparedness, training, drills/exercises, and volunteer 

support, taking into account the jurisdiction’s potential 

threats, critical infrastructure, population density, and 

population composition.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop all-hazards preparedness requirements and a 

process to sustain citizen capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to count and assess 

membership of Citizen Corps Councils.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Integrate Public Outreach and Nongovernmental Resources into Emergency Operations Plans 

and Exercises

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate citizen participation in the planning process 

at all levels.

100% of 

plans

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

with disabilities and their caregivers.

100% of 

plans

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

who do not speak English.

100% of 

plans
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

with low income and limited resources.

100% of 

plans

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for age-related 

issues and concerns.

100% of 

plans

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for companion 

and service animals.

100% of 

plans

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate nongovernmental entities, volunteers, and 

the general public in exercise planning, 

implementation, and review of all levels 

(national/international, regional, State, local, tribal, 

urban) and types of exercises (all hazards, terrorism, 

bioterrorism, natural disasters).

Every 24 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a database of the jurisdiction’s 

nongovernmental assets to include entities that 

manage trained and skilled volunteers, unaffiliated 

volunteers, and donated goods.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish necessary standby contracts and 

memorandums of agreement (MOAs) and 

memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with 

appropriate private-sector and nongovernmental 

organizations to augment government resources with 

National Incident Management System (NIMS)-

credentialed volunteers and NIMS-typed materials.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a process to evaluate citizen 

preparedness and participation and to recognize 

exemplary citizens in preparedness programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to evaluate and periodically 

reassess citizen-related components of emergency 

operations plans, including alerts and warnings, public 

education and emergency public information, 

evacuations, mass care, and nongovernmental 

resource management.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to evaluate nongovernmental 

participation in exercises at all levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support community infrastructure to achieve 

appropriate levels of preparedness, including 

developing communitywide automated alerts and 

warning systems and training citizens working in 

critical infrastructure locations.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Provide Education and Training for the Public in All Mission Areas 

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan, conduct, and evaluate public education 

programs for citizen prevention, protection/mitigation, 

response, and recovery capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide continuing education and training for the 

public on prevention, protection, and mitigation 

measures; community emergency response plans; 

alerts and warnings (including threat levels); 

evacuation/in-place protection plans and exercises; 

participating in government-sponsored emergency 

exercises; volunteer opportunities; and training for 

year-round volunteer role or surge capacity roles in 

response and recovery.

Increase 

participation by 5% 

annually 

until 80%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

with disabilities and their caregivers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

who do not speak English.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for individuals 

with low income and limited resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for age-related 

issues and concerns.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate in all plans, procedures, and protocols 

(including outreach, training and exercises, and 

volunteer opportunities) consideration for companion 

and service animals. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train the public to be aware and to report suspicious 

items and behavior. 

Increase 

participation by 5% 

annually 

until 80% 

trained

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Provide Volunteer Opportunities: Year Round and in Surge Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and sustain volunteer opportunities for 

citizens to support local emergency responders and 

community safety efforts year round, including 

necessary training and equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop NIMS credentialing for volunteer surge 

capacity job functions to support all Emergency 

Support Functions (ESFs) and annexes. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and exercise 

programs to enable citizens to support emergency 

response and recovery operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to track numbers of volunteers 

who participate in ongoing volunteer programs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a process to track numbers of volunteers 

who participate in surge capacity roles. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement liability coverage for volunteer activity for 

appropriate jurisdiction. 

Continuous
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Incident Response

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement public, volunteers, and nongovernmental 

entity roles in emergency operations plans. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Community Preparedness and Participation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9 

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Infrastructure Protection Plan 

(NIPP).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a national CIP research and development 

program.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific plans (SSPs). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop State and/or regional CIP plans. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a national risk assessment methodology and 

standards for critical infrastructure/key resources 

(CI/KR).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop risk assessment tools. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Government Coordinating Councils (GCCs) 

for each sector.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Sector Coordinating Councils (SCCs) for 

each sector.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate development of standard guidelines for 

physical security programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop strategies and guidelines for cyber 

infrastructure protection.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop strategies and guidelines for protection of 

infrastructure personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define a sector-specific universe of infrastructure 

assets, systems, networks, and functions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific security goals. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national metrics to measure progress and to 

assess effectiveness of the national CI/KR protection 

program.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop sector-specific metrics to measure progress 

and to assess effectiveness of the sector-specific 

CI/KR protection programs.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement risk and vulnerability 

assessment training.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a system to “Red Team” CIP measures and 

technology.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct exercise programs to test CI/KR 

protection plans.

Every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Coordinate and Manage Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate public-private partnerships for CIP activities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate sector-specific GCCs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate sector-specific SCCs. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Identify Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources (CI/KR)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop selection criteria to identify CI/KR. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify CI/KR within the Nation, region, State, or local 

area. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Assess Risks

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a consequence analysis to determine which 

assets, systems, networks, and functions are high 

consequence and therefore require risk assessment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments on highconsequence assets, systems, networks, and 

functions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detailed threat assessments on highconsequence assets, systems, networks, and 

functions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine risk profiles of high-consequence assets, 

systems, networks, and functions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an interdependency analysis to determine 

the relationship of risks within and across sectors. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share the assessment of sector-specific infrastructure 

risk with interdependent entities within appropriate 

sectors. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Prioritize

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize high-risk CI/KR for consideration of 

protective measures. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Protect

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement surge capacity plans to 

increase CIP capacity during a crisis. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement surge capacity plans to increase CIP 

protection during a crisis. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protective programs and plans to reduce the 

general level of risk for the highest risk CI/KR. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protective programs and plans to respond to 

and recover from specific threat-initiated actions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to defend and devalue physical 

CI/KR. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement programs to defend and devalue physical 

CI/KR. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement detection measures such as inspection 

surveillance, employee monitoring, and security 

counterintelligence. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Measure Effectiveness

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect national metrics data. Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze national metrics data. Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect sector-specific metrics data. Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze sector-specific metrics data. Every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) 

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for resource 

management in accordance with the National Incident 

Management System (NIMS), and include prepositioning of resources to efficiently and effectively 

respond to an event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for resource 

identification, typing, and inventorying.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for acquiring and 

ordering resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for mobilizing and 

allocating resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and systems for resource recovery 

and reimbursement.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and procedures for coordinating with 

nongovernmental and private-sector organizations for 

obtaining resources.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for the establishment of logistic staging 

areas (LSAs) for internal and external response 

personnel, equipment, and supplies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a national resources tracking and reporting 

system that can integrate with State and local 

systems.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish resource tracking system or resource 

inventories at the State and local levels.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement resource logistics and 

distribution training programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training in emergency 

logistics that incorporates linkages among

damage/needs assessment, logistics management, 

and volunteer/donations management.

Every 18

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate resource logistics, distribution plans, and 

training programs using exercises ranging from 

tabletop to full-scale.

Every 12 

months

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Direct Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish communication between the Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) and Incident Management 

Team (IMT) to determine resource needs to support 

incident response and operations.

Within 2 

hours of 

request

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify existing internal, jurisdiction-specific resources 

available to support response and recovery 

operations.

Within 8 

hours of 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make a determination regarding the need for

additional external resources and the implementation 

of a critical resource logistics and distribution plan.

Within 8 

hours of 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide logistical support for the operation and 

requests of the Incident Command/EOC.

Within 1 

hour of 

receipt of 

request

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate distribution of stockpile assets. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the handling and transporting of affected 

persons requiring assistance.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate the use of emergency power 

generation services at critical facilities. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate resource logistics and distribution support for 

incident response operations according to the IMT 

assignments in the Incident Action Plan (IAP). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans and procedures for establishing an 

LSA for internal and external response personnel, 

equipment, and supplies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Meet ongoing resource support needs through 

appropriate procurement sources from the 

EOC/Multiagency Coordination Center (MACC)/Initial 

Operating Facility (IOF). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide facilities, transportation, supplies, 

equipment/equipment maintenance, fueling, food 

service, and communications through the LSA. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a resource-tracking system. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting request forms, reports, documentation, and 

followup notation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare for the demobilization process well 

in advance in accordance with NIMS in order to 

facilitate accountability and make transportation of 

resources as efficient as possible. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Respond to Needs Assessment and Inventory

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine additional human and material resources 

needed to support response. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needed resources from EOC/MACC/IOF. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and inventory by type and category all 

resources available to support emergency operations, 

including facilities, equipment, personnel, and 

systems. 

Within 1 

hour from 

request

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine availability of supplies stocked in 

distribution facilities, national stockpiles, and customer 

supply centers. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Acquire Resources

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, and protocols for 

resource acquisition and management in accordance 

with NIMS. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support from the EOC/MACC/IOF to Incident 

Command with human and material resource needs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track and record resource movement in and out of the 

LSA. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain supplies stocked in distribution facilities, 

national stockpiles, and customer supply centers. 

Within 2 

hours from 

determination of 

need

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Transport, Track, and Manage Resources

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize transportation to distribute resources. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy and transport resources to appropriate, 

predetermined locations. 

Within 8 

hours of 

receipt at 

LSA

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track the deployment, movement, and transportation 

of resources before and during an incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request State critical resources. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request Federal critical resources. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Maintain and Recover Resources

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Cycle personnel to allow for rest and recuperation. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Cycle resources to allow for rehabilitation and/or 

resupply efforts. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and/or resupply all expendable and 

nonexpendable resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recover all deployed resources that are salvageable. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return resources to issuing location. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Account for all resource use and expenditure. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use established regulations and policies to deal with 

resources that require special handling and 

disposition, such as biological waste, contaminated 

supplies, debris, and equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incident Command/Unified Command, EOC, and LSA 

make a joint determination that equipment, resources, 

and supplies are no longer needed to support 

operation. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Demobilize Critical Resource Logistics and Distribution

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine that equipment and unused resources or 

supplies are no longer needed to support operations.

[From

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement demobilization and deactivation 

procedures. 

Within 8 

hours from 

decision to 

demobilize

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Economic and Community Recovery

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop resumption, restoration, and recovery plans. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate recovery and mitigation planning. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training in stabilization and 

recovery.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise recovery plans. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Economic and Community Recovery Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate regional and State support for community 

recovery and rehabilitation services.

Within 48 

hours from 

incident
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize recovery sequence for economic and 

community recovery.

Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the request for State/Federal aid. Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish long-term recovery goals. Within 30 

days

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Economic and Community Recovery

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish community recovery assistance programs. Within 48 

hours from 

incident
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct dispatch and notification for economic and 

community recovery personnel. 

100% of 

notified 

personnel 

report

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize requests for technical experts to assist in 

recovery efforts. 

Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement Federal assistance programs. Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement regional, State, local, and tribal assistance 

and recovery plans. 

Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement private-sector recovery, local assistance, 

and recovery and mitigation plans. 

Within 48 

hours from 

incident

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Assess and Prioritize Recovery Needs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postevent assessment and planning to effect 

successful long-term recovery, including mitigation of 

damages from future disasters. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the situation, and forecast economic needs for 

victims. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Provide Monetary Relief

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess business recovery needs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide disaster loans for business. Within 30 

days from 

application

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide disaster loans for individuals. Within 30 

days from 

application

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate individual assistance programs. Within 7 

days from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide economic stabilizations, community recovery, 

and mitigation support and/or financial restitution to 

key service sectors (e.g., medical, financial, public 

health and safety). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate authorities of disaster relief 

reimbursement vehicles. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide financial counseling. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process entity restitutions/reimbursement claims. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Nonmonetary Relief

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in and facilitate recovery activities related 

to public works and engineering.

[From 

plan]

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Assess and quantify projected housing needs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop preliminary temporary housing plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide temporary housing. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide family support services. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Economic and Community Recovery

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a demobilization plan for economic and 

community recovery.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore economic and community recovery personnel 

and equipment to normal operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate economic and community 

recovery documentation. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Economic and Community Recovery

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standard operating procedures for activation, 

operation, and deactivation of EOC.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop security and access control plans for EOC. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, adapt, or implement plans to support 

Incident Command, Unified Command, or other 

agencies as needed.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and implement an order of command 

succession or continuity consistent with the National 

Incident Management System (NIMS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish operational and redundant communication 

systems for EOC operation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all critical communication 

links/circuits/systems have been identified and 

regularly tested; redundant and diverse links exist in 

case of single point of failure; and all emergency 

circuits are protected with telecommunication service 

priority for prompt restoration/provisioning.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all participating public safety-related 

Communication Centers—serving the 

EOC/Multiagency Coordination Center (MACC)/Initial 

Operating Facility (IOF) directly or indirectly—are 

secure and functional; have established 

communication links with the EOC/MACC/IOF; have 

appropriate supplemental resources and other outlets 

to provide prompt, accurate public information and 

effective, timely notifications; and maintain a valid 

common operating picture for all 

responders/participants.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all serving Public Safety Communication 

Centers have clear and standard operating 

procedures (SOPs) consistent with the potential needs 

specifically related to the event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that primary and secondary means to establish 

and maintain communication services through the 

event timeline are in place, can be activated promptly, 

and can continue to operate at acceptable levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create one central and one backup EOC/MACC/IOF. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency operations plans, policies, and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop continuity of operations (COOP)/continuity of 

government (COG) plans.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct EOC/MACC/IOF specific training. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program to evaluate the 

effectiveness of the EOC incident management 

process.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program for emergency operations 

plans, policies, and procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise program for COOP/COG plans. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief chief executive and other key officials of the 

jurisdiction in the jurisdiction’s command and control 

plans for large-scale emergencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct annual command and control training and 

exercises for large-scale emergencies.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Emergency Operation Center’s (EOC’s) Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish organization/operation of EOC/MACC/IOF. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that all Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) 

are staffed.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct all support organizations participating in the 

EOC/MACC/IOF.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate maintenance and rest cycles are 

included in resource (personnel and equipment) 

management activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for 

responders and personnel supporting the operation 

per the emergency plan, as applicable.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for displaced 

responder families and the general population.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate jurisdictional emergency management 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from response to recovery. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Include Business Operation Center capability within 

State EOCs. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate the EOC/MACC/IOF

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the EOC/MACC/IOF. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate, alert, and request response from 

EOC/MACC/IOF personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief incoming personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate a Principal Federal Official (PFO) from an 

appropriate agency, who will assemble a support staff 

and deploy to the affected area as soon as possible 

(Federal only). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Gather and Provide Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify that all participating public safety-related 

Communication Centers, serving the EOC/MACC/IOF 

directly or indirectly, have established communication 

links with the EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make proper connections with other agencies involved 

in the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency management efforts among 

local, county, regional, State, and Federal 

EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with nongovernmental agencies and/or the 

private sector to collect/share data on the incident 

situation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications and information systems. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect, analyze, and disseminate information and 

intelligence. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate notifications are made. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Identify and Address Issues

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify issues. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and elevate needs/issues up the chain of 

command as needed, while tracking status. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track issues until they are resolved. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide EOC/MACC/IOF Connectivity

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate legal and regulatory issues with support of 

general counsel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate resolution to legal, policy, political, social, 

and economic sensitivities of the affected 

jurisdiction(s) as they affect response and recovery 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate formulation of protective action decisions 

(PADs), as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate decision to implement isolation and 

quarantine, when needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement COOP and COG plans. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Support and Coordinate Response

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate activation of mutual aid agreements to 

obtain resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and/or support as 

appropriate to Incident Command/Unified Command 

and/or the EOC/MACC/IOF. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support incident response operations by providing 

resources ordered by the Incident Management Team 

(IMT) through the EOC/MACC/IOF/Joint Field Office 

(JFO)/Incident Command Post (ICP). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resource logistics and distribution. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support identification and determination of potential 

hazards and threats including mapping, modeling, and 

forecasting. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate demobilization plans and procedures for 

preparation of after action reports.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement EOC/MACC/IOF demobilization, 

deactivation, and transitional plan to JFO. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess and implement EOC demobilization and 

deactivation plans. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and resupply EOC/MACC/IOF 

entity/resources to return to state of readiness. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all pertinent stakeholders across all 

disciplines, and incorporate them into the information 

flow through a clearly defined information sharing 

system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating public 

information effectively under all hazards and 

conditions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating alerts and 

warnings effectively under all hazards and conditions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating 

notifications effectively under all hazards and 

conditions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communication plans, policies, procedures, 

and systems that support required information sharing 

and communications across stakeholders to support 

public information, alert/warning, and notification.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop crisis and emergency risk communication 

(CERC) plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency declaration 

protocols and templates.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for disseminating information on 

the reentry of citizens.

[From 

plan]

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a communication network with State 

homeland security departments.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop programs and systems to process the inflow 

of public-related information from all sources in a 

timely fashion.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to ensure that information 

provided by all sources includes the necessary 

content to enable reviewers to determine its 

authenticity and potential validity.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare emergency public information plans. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, programs and systems to 

rapidly control rumors by correcting misinformation.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop community-based mechanisms to support 

providing prompt, accurate information to the public in 

the dominant languages of the community and 

languages and formats appropriate for those with 

limited language competence, disabilities, cultural or 

geographic isolation, or vulnerabilities due to age.

[From

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency plans that take into account 

special-needs populations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency plans that are community-based 

and include outreach and education to the public, 

through community and faith-based organizations and 

other institutions, to promote individual preparedness 

based on the risks in their communities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish neighborhood predisaster and postdisaster 

information centers at schools, work locations, 

libraries, shopping centers, places of worship, and 

other community institutions to provide information on 

evacuations and the location of disaster assistance 

sites.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness training about 

public information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement public information, 

alert/warning, and notification training and exercise 

programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate public information function as part of 

multidiscipline response operations exercises.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure potential spokespersons identified to provide 

information during an emergency have been trained in 

the principles of CERC.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop tests, and exercise the plan to enhance its 

effectiveness.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazard 

incident management capability.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action review to determine strengths 

and shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan 

accordingly.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Manage Emergency Public Information and Warnings

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating public 

information and warnings.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate internal information programs. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate external information programs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public emergency information. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement government agency and nongovernmental 

organization notification protocols and procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a community relations plan for ensuring 

continued communications with citizens and city, 

county, tribal, State, Federal, and private industry 

leaders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and coordinate warnings, instructions, and 

information updates. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the Emergency Operations Center 

(EOC)/responders for public safety concerns that 

need to be disseminated. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify information transfer between and among 

Incident Command Posts concerning public 

information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor communications and information systems as 

needed to identify information to be disseminated to 

the public. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement, and provide media 

outlets to provide the public with accurate, consistent, 

and timely information. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with intelligence information to provide 

State, local, and tribal authorities with clearly defined 

information needs based on the threat environment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dissemination of incident site information 

within a National Incident Management System 

(NIMS)-compliant framework. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement international affairs operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activate Emergency Public Information, Alert/Warning, and Notification Plans

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate and establish Joint Information System (JIS). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate and deploy public information/affairs 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assign Public Information Officer (PIO). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate spokesperson(s). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update the Homeland Security Advisory System, as 

appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify, as the first responding agency, both public and 

private partner agencies regarding Joint Information 

Center (JIC) activation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate representation of all relevant 

public affairs entities, including nongovernmental 

organizations and the private sector, in any JIC that is 

established by the government. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate domestic and international travel 

advisories. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Joint Information Center (JIC)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the provision of timely and accurate 

emergency public information through the JIS. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the JIC, including nongovernmental and 

private-sector partners as appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate the resources and 

operations of external affairs organizations to provide 

accurate, consistent, and timely information through 

the JIC. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency public information through the 

JIS. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a central contact for the media through the 

JIC, ensuring a “one accurate message, many voices” 

approach to information dissemination. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate among JICs at all levels of government. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement routing and approval protocols for release 

of information. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for external media support and operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish adequate numbers of trained personnel at 

dispatch or communication centers to process and 

disseminate information. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Conduct Joint Information Center (JIC) Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Correct misinformation before the next news cycle. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive, authenticate, and screen information for 

relevance at the supervisory level in a timely manner. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use a NIMS-compliant framework for coordinating 

incident-related communications. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for rumor control within information network. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare postincident information. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Issue Public Information, Alerts/Warnings, and Notifications

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate CERC information to the media, public, 

partners, and stakeholders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency public information to specialneeds populations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency information to the public that is 

verified, accurate, and as up-to-date as possible. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate domestic and international travel 

advisories. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure accurate and timely dissemination of 

protective action messages to emergency personnel

and the public. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate prompt, accurate information to the 

public in appropriate languages and formats that take 

into account demographics and special 

needs/disabilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide emergency public information to special, 

vulnerable, and at-risk populations that are 

economically disadvantaged, have limited language 

proficiency, have disabilities (physical, mental, 

sensory, or cognitive limitations), experience cultural 

or geographic isolation, or are vulnerable due to age. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate Rapid Response Plan for rumor control and 

correcting misinformation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate critical health and safety information 

designed to alert the public to clinical symptoms and 

reduce the risk of exposure to ongoing and potential 

hazards. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate guidance for the public regarding 

appropriate donation methods and volunteer activities. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Media Relations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide periodic updates, and conduct regularly 

scheduled media conferences.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track media contacts and public inquiries, listing 

contact, date, time, query, and outcome. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish relationship with non-English-speaking 

media. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor media coverage of event to ensure that 

information is accurately relayed. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Public Rumor Control

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track media contacts and public inquiries, listing 

contact, date, time, query, and outcome.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue corrective messages when errors are 

recognized in previous public announcements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish frequently updated public information 

hotline. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 16

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Emergency Public Information and Warning

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notice of JIC closure to all Federal, State, 

local, tribal, and nongovernmental stakeholders and 

the media.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Archive important records of JIC activities and NIMScompliant records. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize JIC personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief staff and JIC partners. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Information and Warning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 17

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Environmental Health

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health input to the 

development of plans or the jurisdictional planning 

process (evaluation and revision).

Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and protocols for coordinating the 

environmental health function into response activities 

(evaluation and revision).

Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the appropriate environmental health official, 

and ensure their inclusion in the incident command 

staff.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify an environmental health coordination unit, and 

develop a mechanism for its inclusion in the 

appropriate coordination organization (e.g., Incident 

Command Post [ICP], Emergency Operations Center 

[EOC], Joint Field Office [JFO]).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate and supervise a plan for environmental 

monitoring.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for the personnel and resources 

necessary to create and maintain geocoded 

databases of key environmental health infrastructure 

and to effectively share information during emergency 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to coordinate the various elements of 

environmental health among Federal, State, and local 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate expertise needed for all aspects of 

environmental health response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop inputs into the crisis and emergency risk 

communication (CERC) plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate to ensure interoperable and redundant 

communication equipment.

[From

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health efforts (e.g., 

response work, database management of 

environmental sample results, interpretation of results, 

risk communication).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies for the analysis 

and database management of environmental samples 

and for interpretation of results and risk 

communication.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public and private laboratories to 

ensure redundancies of capability.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Resolve confidentiality issues for sharing of 

information from laboratory results.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazards emergency 

response procedures and protocols for assessment of 

public water utility, alternative water supplies (hauled 

water, bulk water, bottled water), unregulated systems 

(individual wells), and temporary or mobile treatment 

systems (reverse osmosis purification unit, portable 

onsite treatment).

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for 

prioritizing the provision of potable water to affected 

populations and key facilities.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety and 

integrity of a potable water supply and delivery 

system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency guidelines and operation criteria 

for limited operations (boil water or do not drink order), 

and plan for dissemination to public and policyholders 

in cooperation with water utilities.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain intrastate mutual aid 

agreements with water providers and relevant health 

and environment entities for assistance in disaster 

response/emergency events (Water/Wastewater 

Agency Response Network [WARN], mutual aid).

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain interstate agreements with 

water providers and relevant health and environment 

entities for assistance in disaster response/emergency 

events (Emergency Management Assistance Compact 

[EMAC]).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of all 

Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) drinking water 

facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for the personnel and resources 

necessary to create and maintain a geocoded 

database of the food supply and delivery system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the existence of memorandums of 

understanding (MOUs) or other contractual 

agreements needed to share resources such as food 

inspection personnel, equipment, and databases.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address mechanisms to recommend the closing of 

facilities or operations, and address noncompliance 

with recommendations in environmental health plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address mechanisms to reopen food supply and 

delivery operations and facilities in environmental 

health plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hazard needs assessment and staffing surge 

requirements in the area of food supply and delivery.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety and 

integrity of food supply and delivery system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop materials and personnel to conduct just-intime training for food protection.[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public and private laboratories to 

develop plans for the lab testing necessary to ensure 

safety of the food supply and delivery system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that environmental continuity of operations 

(COOP) planning addresses personnel and resources 

necessary to ensure the safety of the food supply and 

delivery system and mechanisms to prioritize 

response actions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity for rapid communications and data 

sharing (including geocoded data) during emergency 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazard emergency response 

plans, procedures, and programs for the collection, 

treatment, and disposal of wastewater (liquid waste 

and sewage) during emergency events including 

public wastewater utility, alternative wastewater 

(portable toilets, temporary lagoons, waste hauling), 

unregulated systems (individual septic tanks), and 

land applications.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain all-hazards emergency 

response procedures and protocols for assessment of 

the following types of facilities: public wastewater 

utility, alternative wastewater (portable toilets, 

temporary lagoons, waste hauling), unregulated 

systems (individual septic tanks), and land 

applications.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for 

prioritization of collection, treatment, and disposal of 

wastewater (liquid waste and sewage) for affected 

populations and priority facilities (e.g., shelters, 

hospitals).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain intrastate mutual aid 

agreements with wastewater collection, treatment, and 

disposal organizations and relevant health and 

environmental entities for assistance in disaster 

response/emergency events (WARN, mutual aid).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety and 

integrity of wastewater systems.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain interstate agreements with 

wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal 

organizations and relevant health and environmental 

entities for assistance in disaster response/emergency 

events (EMAC).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of all 

wastewater facilities (e.g., treatment plants, lift 

stations).

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for vector 

control.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan for assessing local vector control 

infrastructure before event and how it has been 

damaged during the event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to assist local vector control while they 

rebuild capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop disease-specific emergency response plan 

for vector control including insect, arthropod, and 

rodent vectors.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile and review existing emergency vector control 

guidelines including surveillance and control of insect, 

arthropod, and rodent vectors.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop new emergency vector control guidelines 

where none currently exist that include surveillance 

and control of insect, arthropod, and rodent vectors.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plan for vector control 

including control measures for the public and public 

agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, at the local level, the capability to create a 

geocoded database of all geographic locations 

assessed for vectors including locations that were 

treated (e.g., larvicides, spraying).

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to perform vector 

control operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble an assessment and inventory of current 

capacity, both public and private, to perform vector 

control.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for 

providing environmental health support during reentry 

operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures and guidelines for building 

reentry.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess power supply and generators for priority 

structures, and identify alternative power sources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan with a checklist for evaluating reentry 

and reoccupancy of facilities (e.g., homes, educational 

institutions, healthcare facilities) that establishes 

evaluation process, assessment criteria, and 

indicators of safe reoccupation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plan for safety and 

environmental-related hazards associated with reentry 

and reoccupation of homes and facilities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement a monitoring system to 

determine status of rehabilitation efforts and health 

and safety issues associated with reentry and 

reoccupancy.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop capacity to assess community structures and 

determine safe operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety of 

building environments.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct research, and establish health-risk based 

tolerance thresholds for key contaminants, including 

updating existing methods and developing new ones 

where none exist.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify susceptible and vulnerable populations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a geocoded database of 

potential hazards (e.g., refineries, chemical plants, 

mines, medical waste depositories).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory monitory and sampling capabilities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an all-hazards communication plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop MOUs between and among public and 

private laboratories to provide redundant capabilities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct geocoded baseline monitoring for all 

environmental media.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct environmental vulnerability assessments. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety of 

outdoor environments.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate remediation teams for all 

contingencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for 

environmental health support of mass care and 

sheltering facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mass care and sheltering guidelines that 

include safety/food/air/water/wastewater 

sanitation/solid and biomedical waste requirements for 

all mass care facilities including shelters, housing, 

ice/food distribution, feeding sites, and other care 

facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mass care and sheltering guidelines that 

include food safety and sanitation requirements.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter guidelines that include requirements 

for provision of safe drinking water from all sources 

and that include recommendations for alternate 

sources.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter guidelines that include requirements 

for sanitation and number of portable toilets (e.g., 

toilets, portable toilets, handwashing facilities).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify sources, and prearrange for delivery and 

emptying of toilets, portable toilets, and handwashing 

facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide input into plans, procedures, and protocols to 

ensure individual/gross decontamination of persons 

and pets before admittance to shelters and other 

mass care facilities, medical and alternate care 

facilities, reception centers, animal shelters, and other 

places as needed.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building/facility inspections in advance to 

identify food/sanitation capability and suitability of 

structures identified as mass care and shelter facilities 

(e.g., housing, shelters, feeding and care facilities).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a geocoded database of all predesignated 

mass care and shelter operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update geocoded database of all mass care and 

shelter operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

In coordination with mass care and shelter operations, 

ensure that field communication plan includes 

environmental health personnel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure 

environmental health support to mass care and shelter 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, programs, and guidance 

for environmental health support of waste 

management and debris removal.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide technical inputs for waste 

management and debris removal guidelines.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the emergency response planning 

process for managing the type and quantities of waste 

generated by the incident and cleanup efforts.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the emergency response planning 

process for safe removal and disposition of waste and 

debris.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the development of communications 

plans, procedures, and guidance for waste 

management and debris removal.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a geocoded database of all waste 

management facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety of 

solid waste/debris disposal.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the communications planning process 

for hazardous materials (HazMat) incidents.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support in the development of plans for transporting 

hazardous materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the identification of facilities for the 

management of hazardous materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the determination of environmental 

health issues and concerns for transporting hazardous 

materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the development of a geocoded 

database of HazMat facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an environmental health strike team of 

appropriately trained personnel to ensure safety of 

HazMat management and decontamination.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop training programs for providing environmental 

health support.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and train personnel to develop and maintain 

geocoded environmental health databases.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that environmental health emergency planning 

is fully integrated and exercised with the jurisdictional 

emergency plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to ensure environmental health 

support to HazMat responders.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training 

relevant to environmental health in drinking water 

systems to field staff and managers of State/local 

drinking water programs and drinking water utilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training 

relevant to all wastewater systems including field staff 

and managers of State/local wastewater programs, 

wastewater utilities, public health, and emergency 

management.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Include emergency vector control response training to 

field staff and managers of State/local programs 

having responsibility for vector control in public health 

pesticide applicators’ certification.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and deliver environmental health emergency 

food safety response training to field staff and 

managers of food programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training to 

field staff and managers of State/local programs 

having responsibility for safety/food/air/water/

wastewater sanitation assessments of mass care 

operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct environmental health training to 

predesignated managers, responders, and volunteers 

of mass care operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate HazMat response training to field 

staff and managers of State/local programs who are 

involved in HazMat response.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and train volunteers in emergency food safety. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to regulated entities within the food 

delivery system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop materials and personnel to conduct just-intime training for food protection.[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop materials and personnel to conduct just-intime training for food protection.[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency response training 

relevant to all drinking water systems including field 

staff and managers of State/local drinking water 

programs, drinking water utilities, public health, and 

emergency management.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercise programs for providing 

environmental health support.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Environmental Health Operations (Command and Control)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the environmental health function into 

response activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an incident-specific plan to coordinate the 

various elements of environmental health among 

Federal, State, and local response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine and ensure coordination for the analysis 

and database management of environmental samples, 

including those for which other agencies are 

responsible for the interpretation of results and risk 

communication.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support and 

coordination for crisis and emergency risk 

communication (CERC).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop CERC information for dissemination through 

the Joint Information Center (JIC) to media, public, 

partners, and stakeholders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and communicate environmental health risk 

issues to the affected population.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide input on forecasting and planning aspects as 

part of the Incident Command System (ICS) for 

environmental health needs in the subsequent 

operation period. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address potable water supply issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address wastewater issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address mass care issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address debris and waste management 

issues. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address responder safety and health (link 

to capability). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address HazMat (chemical, biological, 

radiological, and high-yield explosives [CBRNE]) 

issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address vector control response issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address medical care issues including 

exposure assessment, toxicological consultation, dose 

assessment, secondary exposure, medical waste 

management. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address food and agricultural safety and 

defense. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address animal-health emergency 

support issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address food supply issues. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address safe reentry and reoccupancy of 

community, homes, and facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide support and coordinate environmental health 

resources to address outdoor environmental issues. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Environment Health

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify environment health specialties required to 

assess and support response. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize environmental health personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize environmental health resources. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Ensure Safety of Potable Water Supplies

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide initial damage assessment of drinking water 

infrastructure. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needs for equipment and personnel through 

emergency operations, EMAC, Federal assistance, or 

mutual aid agreements. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy personnel and equipment to repair, conduct 

assessments, provide technical assistance, and 

conduct monitoring of drinking water supplies and 

systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop prioritization list of activities to provide 

potable water to affected populations and key 

facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing and followup assessment of systems 

including facility assessments, equipment needs 

assessments, water sampling, laboratory analysis, 

and personnel needs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing repairs, technical assistance, and 

monitoring for all water systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate water communication messages to 

appropriate groups considering population and cultural 

differences. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Ensure Safety of Food Supplies

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify high-risk foods, food supplies and systems, 

facilities, and transport mechanism (temporary 

providers) that may pose hygiene or safety issues 

because of the event. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessments of food facilities using 

emergency guidelines and operation criteria or 

applicable code. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct field surveys to assess damage to food 

facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety and integrity of food supply delivery and 

transport mechanisms. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that the safety and integrity of food supply and 

delivery is considered when conducting community 

infrastructure assessments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Record and report assessments through automated 

systems (e.g., scanned forms or handhelds) to 

develop reports for followups and tracking of common 

and related issues. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine safety of response activities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish priorities for response activities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate COOP/continuity of government (COG) plans. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Address compromised safety and integrity issues of 

the food supply and delivery system. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training for volunteers. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate volunteers. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper food handling in nontraditional 

operations activated during emergency response, and 

ensure best practices. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper food salvage of at-risk foods and 

beverages or potentially exposed food products. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend the closing of facilities or operations 

when appropriate, and address noncompliance with 

recommendations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide CERC to public entities on topics such as safe 

disposal of damaged or contaminated food in 

coordination with emergency public information and 

warning plans. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure CERC to regulated entities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct environmental investigations of disease 

outbreaks possibly related to foodborne exposure 

supported by information systems that comply with the 

Public Health Information Network’s Outbreak 

Management functional area. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clear facilities or operations for resumption of services 

when appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Ensure Safety of Wastewater Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide initial damage assessment of wastewater 

collection, treatment, and disposal facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request needed equipment and personnel through 

emergency operations, EMAC, Federal assistance, or 

mutual aid agreements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy personnel and equipment to repair, conduct 

assessments, provide technical assistance, and 

conduct monitoring of wastewater systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop prioritization list of activities to provide 

wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal 

facilities to affected populations and priority facilities 

(e.g., shelters, hospitals). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing and followup assessment of systems 

including facility assessments, equipment needs 

assessments, wastewater sampling, and laboratory 

analysis and personnel needs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing repairs, technical assistance, and 

monitoring for all wastewater systems. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate wastewater communication messages to 

appropriate groups considering population and cultural 

differences. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Vector Surveillance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide vector control. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in coordination of vector control response. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a vector control technical expertise team for 

surveillance and monitoring of animal infections until 

population densities and infection rates return to 

preevent levels. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct assessment of insect, animal, and rodent 

vectors including population densities, infectivity rates, 

and human risk potential.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate emergency vector control measures to the 

extent needed to supplement local capacity and 

reduce risk to preevent levels. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor vectors. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to work with local vector control to assist 

while they rebuild capabilities. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Ensure Safety of Building Environments

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support on assessing 

buildings for reentry.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist assessments to collect and analyze data 

needed to determine safe reentry and reoccupancy of

the community, homes, and facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the National Institute for Occupational 

Safety and Health (NIOSH)/Occupational Safety and 

Health Administration/HazMat to identify facilities that 

are safe for reentry. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess community structures, and issue 

recommendations for safe operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded status report of community, homes, 

facilities, and structures identified as safe or unsafe to 

reenter and reoccupy. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess rehabilitation of the community, homes, 

facilities, and structures. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor reentry operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Ensure Safety of Outdoor Environments

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct appropriate environmental 

sampling programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Geocode all environmental samples, and make them 

publicly available in a timely manner where 

appropriate. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide health impact assessment of sampling results 

from various environmental sources including water, 

air, surfaces, and soil via comparison to baseline 

results and/or preexisting standards, and make them 

publicly available in a timely manner where 

appropriate.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend and/or lead remediation efforts for 

individual property owners and communities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a sampling plan relevant to the event. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Provide Environmental Health Support to Mass Care Response

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessments of 

mass care and shelter operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the environmental health impact of changing 

population levels and circumstances in mass care and 

shelter operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial comprehensive environmental 

assessments (safety/food/water/wastewater 

sanitation) of mass care and shelter operations to 

ensure compliance with guidelines. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of potable water at mass care facilities 

including shelters, feeding centers, and sources of ice. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of food supply at mass care facilities 

including shelters, feeding centers, and food/ice 

distribution centers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess safety of wastewater management (including 

toilets, onsite systems, and handwashing facilities) at 

mass care facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide vector control to mass care and shelter 

facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess building safety for mass care and shelter 

facilities. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health support to sold 

waste/debris removal at mass care and shelter

facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct followup environmental health assessments 

(safety/food/air/water/wastewater sanitation) of mass 

care operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Environmental Health Support to Solid Waste/Debris Removal

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health assessment of waste 

management and debris removal practices.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health assessment of waste 

and debris in affected areas. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor waste management and debris removal 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the appropriate collection and management of 

waste and debris. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance and consultation for the 

environmental health aspects of waste management 

and debris removal. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Provide Environmental Health Support to Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Management/

Decontamination

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in response to HazMat incidents by 

providing environmental health technical assistance, 

consultation, and support.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that initial and followup assessments of 

environmental media affected by HazMat incidents are 

conducted. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support in the investigation of HazMat incidents. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded locations and results for 

environmental samples following HazMat incidents. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support during damage assessments following 

HazMat incidents. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in conducting assessments to identify 

environmental health hazards, threats, vulnerabilities, 

and risks to facilities involved in the production, 

storage, or distribution of hazardous materials. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide environmental health technical assistance, 

consultation, and support and coordination in the 

management of environmental contaminants 

associated with HazMat incidents. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Environmental Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support in establishing and monitoring access 

restrictions/quarantine to contaminated areas during 

HazMat incidents. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support regarding decontamination procedures. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support for plume modeling and evacuation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide technical assistance, consultation, and 

support for decontamination operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for 

investigating a potential disease outbreak.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for identification of disease, 

vector, and epidemic.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines or procedures for properly 

conducting a coordinated outbreak investigation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain efficient surveillance systems 

supported by information systems that comply with the 

Public Health Information Network (PHIN) functional 

requirements for Early Event Detection, Outbreak 

Management, and Countermeasure and Response 

Administration to facilitate early detection, mitigation, 

and evaluation of expected and unexpected public 

health conditions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distinguish on the State list of notifiable conditions 

between select conditions that require immediate 

reporting to the public health agency (at a minimum, 

Cat A agents) and conditions for which a delay in 

reporting is acceptable.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to respond to a 

disease outbreak.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop policies and procedures to respond 

appropriately to positive notifications of medical 

hazards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Describe timeframes for notification for conditions 

where a delay in reporting is acceptable.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for the 

provision of medical personnel, equipment, 

laboratories, pharmaceuticals, and supplies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and prepare for pandemic influenza, particularly 

for the stage when vaccine either is nonexistent or in 

severely short supply.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to inventory 

medical supplies, equipment, ambulance services, 

hospitals, clinics, and first aid units.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications to physicians and hospitals 

regarding use of testing of symptomatic and 

nonsymptomatic patients during epidemic.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop an integrated response plan that directs how 

public health, hospital-based, environmental, food, 

veterinary, and agricultural laboratories will respond to 

a bioterrorism incident.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training and exercises for 

epidemiological surveillance and investigation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for 

epidemiological surveillance and investigation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support training on various types and models of 

equipment likely to be used in an emergency through 

government grants and industry-sponsored 

workshops.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises for epidemiological 

surveillance and investigation.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify applicable laws, policies, and implementation 

procedures for public health reporting and notification.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain public health communication channels 

supported by information systems that comply with the 

PHIIN functional requirements for Partner 

Communications and Alerting.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide public health information to emergency public 

information for release.

Within 1 

hour from 

implementation of 

response

plan
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resources needed to respond to public 

health concern.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Lead public health investigations to determine source 

of disease in collaboration with law enforcement.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all stakeholders and agency representatives 

or liaisons for public health response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report instances of disease that raise the index of 

suspicion of terrorist or criminal involvement to 

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Headquarters 

(National Response Framework). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make public health recommendations for prophylaxis 

and other interventions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate examination of deceased suspect patients 

with the medical examiner and/or coroner. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Surveillance and Detection

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Facilitate reporting consistent with disease reporting 

laws or regulations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile surveillance data. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze surveillance data. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detect suspect outbreak through pattern recognition. Within 36 

hours from 

report

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain chain of custody. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to PHIN-compliant information 

systems to support detecting events of public health 

significance and tracking of chain of custody. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Epidemiological Investigation

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch public health personnel to location of 

suspected contamination. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigations to identify 

potential exposure and disease. 

Initiate 

within 3 

hours from 

initial 

notification
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Confirm the outbreak using lab data and diseasetracking data. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define case characteristics. Within 12 

hours from 

confirmation 

of index 

case

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search actively for cases (case finding). Within 24 

hours from 

establishing 

work case 

definition

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create registries of ill, exposed, and potentially 

exposed persons. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct contact tracing. Contact 

75% within 

48 hours 

from 

notification 

of index 

case

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze and interpret epidemiological investigation 

data in coordination with data from counter-terror 

investigation and law enforcement. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze and confirm origin of outbreak. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend control measure for outbreak. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Draft and disseminate initial report of epidemiological 

investigation. 

Within 60 

hours from 

notification 

of index 

case
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have access to information systems to support 

investigating, describing, and understanding events of 

public health significance that comply with the PHIN 

functional area Outbreak Management. 

[From plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Monitor Containment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the course and population characteristics of a 

recognized outbreak. 

100% of 

known 

cases 

monitored 

from ID 

through 

disposition
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Epidemiological Surveillance and Investigation

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems that 

support administration of outbreak control and that 

comply with the PHIN functional requirements for 

Countermeasure and Response Administration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor effectiveness of mitigation steps. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action debriefing (hot wash) to 

identify deficiencies that require corrective actions in 

areas such as personnel, training, equipment, and 

organizational structure. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct special studies of critical public health issues. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Explosive Device Response Operations

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, distribute, and maintain National Guidelines 

for Bomb Technicians.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop effective procedures and programs including 

standardized training to counter terrorist events, 

employing weapons of mass destruction (WMD), 

suicide bombers, vehicle-borne improvised explosive 

devices (VBIEDs), and radio-controlled improvised 

explosive devices (RCIEDs).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain programs to ensure public safety bomb 

technicians are certified and recertified by the Federal 

Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Hazardous Devices 

School (HDS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain programs to ensure all public safety bomb 

squads remain accredited by the FBI according to 

National Guidelines for Bomb Technicians.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain plans that coordinate explosive 

device response in multijurisdictional areas that 

protect critical infrastructure and key resources from 

terrorist threats.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain programs to measure gaps in 

the explosive device response capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain programs to share explosive 

device response information, effective practices, and 

lessons learned.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist public safety bomb squads and teams in 

achieving increased capability to counter terrorist 

events with goal of a Type I rating.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train public safety personnel to recognize explosive 

hazards, device components, and precursors and to 

take appropriate action to maintain public safety.

100% of 

public 

safety 

personnel

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train public safety personnel and private-sector 

security to effectively operate during explosive device 

incidents.

100% of 

public 

safety 

personnel

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide bomb threat awareness training and 

information to the general public and private sector.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish in-service training programs for bomb 

squads that meet or exceed minimum 

recommendations set in the National Guidelines for 

Bomb Technicians.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initially train, certify, and recertify public safety bomb 

technicians using curriculum designed, developed, 

and delivered by the National Bomb Squad 

Commanders Advisory Board (NBSCAB) and the FBI 

HDS.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initially accredit and reaccredit public safety bomb 

squads using the curriculum developed by the 

NBSCAB and the FBI HDS.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver specialized training for 

public safety bomb squads and bomb technicians in 

cooperation with the FBI HDS.

Deliver to 

100% of all 

certified 

bomb 

technicians
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver explosive device 

response capability enhancement training and 

technical assistance for public safety bomb squads 

and bomb technicians to coordinate national 

prevention and protection efforts in cooperation with 

the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Deliver to 

100% of all 

certified 

bomb 

technicians

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design, develop, and deliver training in postblast 

investigation consistent with the Bomb Scene 

Investigation Concept that includes a qualified bomb 

technician as part of the postblast investigation team.

Deliver to 

100% of all 

certified 

bomb 

technicians

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain DHS certification and approval for use of 

Homeland Security Grant funds for selected training 

and technical assistance.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Validate effectiveness of plans, procedures, and 

programs through realistic practical exercises.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Explosive Device Response Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish onsite command, control, communications, 

and intelligence (C3I) operations for explosive device 

response operations.

Within 15 

minutes 

from 

arrival 

onsite

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command to establish 

perimeter control (hot, warm, cold zones) 

commensurate with hazard magnitude.

[From

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate unit, and develop a plan 

of action.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize canine, physical, and technical search 

techniques to secure inner perimeter.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Public Safety Bomb Squad

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify and activate public safety bomb squad 

personnel. 

Within 15 

minutes 

from 

recognition 

of threat

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine needed personnel and equipment based 

on information provided. 

Within 15 

minutes 

from 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble properly equipped bomb squad team at 

designated location. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassess personnel and equipment needs upon 

arrival. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Search and Assess Site

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Interview onscene commander and any witnesses 

with direct observation of the device. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an initial reconnaissance of the area. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency assessment procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct improvised explosive device (IED) threat 

analysis. 

Within 1 

hour from 

arrival
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine appropriate operational procedures based 

on reconnaissance and initial assessments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide positive explosive identification and safety 

guidance. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify proper Federal agencies if device is a 

suspected WMD. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Render Safe Onsite

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct IED onsite response. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate device(s) from remote detonation commands. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Render device safe. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate offsite location if offsite rendersafe operations are necessary. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare device to be transported to secondary 

location if offsite render-safe operations are 

necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure compliance with Radiological Assistance 

Program (RAP) plan, Federal Radiological Emergency 

Response Plan (FRERP), and National Response 

Framework for radiological IEDs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and preserve evidence. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate and advise crime scene investigative/forensic 

team. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Recovery, Removal, and Transport Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct onsite processing of device components, and 

containerize for transportation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport and escort components to secure site. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct offsite render-safe and/or emergency 

destruction of device/explosives. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and preserve evidence. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess further the functional characteristics of the 

device as they relate to response safety 

considerations (e.g., serial bomber). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure compliance with RAP plan, FRERP, and 

National Response Framework for radiological IEDs. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Explosive Device Removal Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct 100% accountability of personnel and 

equipment.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Explosive Device Response Operations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command and Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) to redeploy public safety 

bomb squad. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debriefing for bomb squad personnel. 100% of 

personnel 

briefed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debriefing, when necessary, for all onscene 

emergency personnel. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Fatality Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify entity responsible for developing and 

maintaining plans, procedures, programs, and 

systems across all hazards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Involve medical examiner/coroner, emergency 

preparedness, public health, hospitals, and funeral 

directors, at a minimum, in the development of plans

and procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain comprehensive fatality 

management mission-critical list (i.e., facilities, 

personnel, and agencies).

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop contingency plan for obtaining surge 

personnel for fatality management.

Update 

every 2 

years

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

scene operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

morgue operations.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

antemortem data management.

Update 

every 2 

years

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

victim identification.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

final disposition.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop contingency plans for final disposition of 

remains.

Update 

every 2 

years

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, protocols, and systems for 

fatality surge.

Update 

every 2 

years

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for fatality 

management.

Conduct 

every 2 

years

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for fatality 

management.

Conduct 

every 2 

years

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Direct Fatality Management Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fatality management. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate Federal mortuary/morgue services. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with local legal authority in mortuary 

affairs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate State assistance for next-of-kin notification 

and collection of antemortem information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify medico-legal authority. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with medical facility/department of public 

health/general medical community.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop fatality management inputs to an incident 

action plan (IAP) by evaluating previously developed 

plans, procedures, protocols, and systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public health and regulatory agencies 

to develop plans, procedures, and protocols to protect 

fatality management personnel from infectious 

diseases as well as environmental, radiological, 

chemical, and other hazards when handling remains. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public health and regulatory agencies 

to develop plans, procedures, and protocols to protect 

fatality management personnel from infectious 

diseases as well as environmental, radiological, 

chemical, and other hazards when handling remains. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify key morgue staff. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify medical examiner/coroner staff for 

antemortem data collection in Family Assistance 

Center. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate regional and State assistance for victim 

identification and mortuary services and the 

processing, preparation, and disposition of remains. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Activate Fatality Management Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate scene operations. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize medical examiner/coroner. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide primary care physician with medico-legal 

authority. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy portable morgue as appropriate. Operational 

within 24 

hours from 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate and implement fatality surge plan. Operational

within 12 

hours from 

callout

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine morgue location. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request activation of Disaster Mortuary Operational 

Response Team (DMORT) as appropriate. 

Arrival 

within 72 

hours from 

callout

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Activity Analysis

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Onscene Fatality Management Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct scene survey for fatality management 

operations. 

Within 2 

hours from 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document scene for fatality management operations. 100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document (photograph, measure, obtain witness 

statements) in a manner consistent with the medical 

examiner/coroner’s incident plan. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather forensic evidence for fatality management 

operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Remove remains to staging. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate remains. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recover human remains in a dignified manner. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport remains to staging. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer remains from staging to morgue operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Conduct Morgue Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement morgue operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive remains at morgue. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Store human remains. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Package personal effects found with remains for 

return to next-of-kin (if possible). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform autopsies. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Manage Antemortem Data

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate antemortem data collection activities. Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish antemortem record repository and its 

housing facility. 

Within 48 

hours from 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct collection of antemortem information. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct DNA collection of family members. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enter data obtained in interviews into library. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a balanced approach to address the needs 

of victims versus those families who have lost family 

members. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Conduct Victim Identification

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate victim identification operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compare data from morgue and Family Assistance 

Center. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct DNA analysis as indicated. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fingerprint/palmprint/footprint analysis. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Check with local/State/Federal/international 

databases. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify remains. [From

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Final Disposition

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate final disposition operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue death certificate. 100% of 

victims

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify next-of-kin. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release remains to next-of-kin or local authorities if no 

next-of-kin are identified. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return affects to next-of-kin. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Fatality Management Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute fatality management personnel and 

equipment.

Within 48 

hours from 

start of 

demobilization

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in operational review of fatality 

management operations. 

100% of 

fatality 

management 

personnel

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify fatality management staff postoperational 

needs. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide information to fatality management personnel 

on where and how to obtain medical, psychological, 

and financial assistance. 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fatality Management

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Fire Incident Response Support

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, programs, and agreements on firerelated public safety protection activities, including 

regionwide or interstate automatic and mutual aid 

response protocols.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop firefighting capability needed based on risk 

and threat assessment.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures and protocols for coordinating 

protective action communications with at-risk 

population onscene.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fire code inspections, and coordinate with 

appropriate personnel for building inspections and 

compliance strategies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fire education and life safety training and 

education programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and equipment guidelines 

to support firefighting response operations.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building plan reviews to reduce or eliminate 

hazards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for establishing alternative water 

supply.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement firefighting training program. Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training to enable fire rescue 

and emergency medical services (EMS) to recognize 

the presence of chemical, biological, radiological, 

nuclear, or high-yield explosives (CBRNE) materials.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement firefighting exercise program. Conduct 

exercising 

every 12 

months

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Activate Fire Incident Response Support

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and implement onscene management for 

firefighting (utilizing the Incident Command System 

[ICS]).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive notification of incident. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Respond to scene with initial fire suppression 

resource assignment.

Within 4 

minutes 

from call

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrive onscene. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Size Up (Assess Site)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Observe incident site upon arrival, and conduct initial 

sizeup (site assessment). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide verbal situation report. Within 2 

minutes 

from 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate need for additional resources. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Direct Fire Incident Response Support Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with onsite incident management. Within 5 

minutes 

from 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assign a safety officer to oversee firefighting 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish initial Rapid Intervention Company (iRIC). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish objectives for conducting firefighting 

operations at incident scene. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess resource requirements. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fire attack, victim rescue, and ventilation 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fire suppression operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify other agencies as required by law. Within 30 

minutes 

from 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate internal incident response information. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a water supply plan. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain personnel accountability system. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for responder safety, in coordination with 

safety officer, including responder rehabilitation. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Search Scene and Rescue

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate search for endangered, trapped, or injured 

victims. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Remove endangered, trapped, or injured victims to 

safe area. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate or request treatment for victims. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Contain and Control

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy primary and backup fire attack lines. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement fire attack plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct firefighting operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish large master stream to contain spread of 

fire. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish collapse zones, and protect critical 

infrastructure. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate additional resources to contain, control, 

and extinguish fire. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plan and alternate water supply. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plan and alternate water supply if needed. Within 30 

minutes 

from loss 

of supply

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in removal of affected individuals from the 

incident site. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate or request treatment for victims. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide ongoing situation reports. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Conduct Overhaul Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Locate hot spots and hidden fire in void spaces. 100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preserve incident scene for fire investigators and/or 

law enforcement. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct fire overhaul operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Conduct Cause and Origin

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve noncontaminated evidence. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve contaminated evidence. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Investigate fires. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Fire Incident Response Support

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Demobilize Fire Incident Response Support

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory equipment and apparatus. Within 30 

minutes 

from start 

of demobilization

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clean and repair equipment and apparatus before 

return to service. 

Within 60 

minutes 

from start 

of demobilization

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments of sector-specific 

critical infrastructure and key resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop methods for emergency assessment of firms 

that manufacture, prepare, and hold U.S. Department 

of Agriculture (USDA)-regulated commodities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop methods for emergency assessment of firms 

that manufacture, prepare, and hold U.S. Food and 

Drug Administration (FDA)-regulated commodities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create emergency response plan for response to all 

food operations for retail, food service, mass feeding, 

and food processing facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency guidelines and operation criteria 

for retail food, wholesale, and processing during 

disasters.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop communications plan for food safety for 

regulated facilities and the general public.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines or procedures for properly 

conducting a coordinated outbreak investigation of

food and agricultural events.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans or guidelines for properly disposing of 

contaminated food products or diseased crops.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, adapt, or implement plans to support 

Incident Command, Unified Command, or other 

agencies as needed for food and agricultural safety 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for providing surge staff to 

support Incident Command and Emergency 

Operations Centers (EOCs) during a food event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and programs for 

responding to a food safety or agricultural disease 

event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prepare food and agriculture emergency public 

information plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a food and agriculture crisis communications 

plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, procedures, and systems for 

responder safety and health.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and policies for 

coordinating, managing, and disseminating public 

information regarding food and agricultural safety.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and provide for external media support and 

operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency declaration 

protocols and template.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a communications network with State 

homeland security departments.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct emergency food safety 

response training to field staff and managers of 

State/local food programs having responsibility for 

food safety response (training should include 

appropriate job safety training).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide food safety training to responders and 

volunteers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for food 

and agricultural safety and defense.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Direct Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch food and agriculture personnel to location of 

suspected contamination.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the onsite Incident Command System (ICS). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request food and agriculture resources needed for

response to field operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies to 

ensure the safety and security of meat, poultry, and 

egg products in retail groceries and food service 

establishments and institutions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies to 

ensure the safety and security of products in retail and 

food service establishments and institutions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture emergency 

management plans at the local, State, and national 

levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the provision of timely and accurate 

emergency public information through the Joint 

Information System (JIS). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide direction, information, and support as 

appropriate to Incident Command or Unified 

Command and Joint Field Offices (JFOs). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate the EOC. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate EOC operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain food and agricultural safety 

response communication systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agricultural safety response 

operations and support. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage surveillance activities for agriculture and 

natural resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture investigation 

activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food and agriculture evidence preservation 

procedures. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food recovery programs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate food facility decontamination. [From 

plan]

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate cleaning and decontamination of affected 

food facilities. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the disposal of contaminated food. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate agricultural recovery programs. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the safety, efficacy, and security of regulated 

foods, the blood supply, drugs, medical devices, and 

other U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

(HHS)-regulated products. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the Nation’s commercial supply of food is safe 

and secure following a catastrophic incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement guidelines or procedures for properly 

conducting a coordinated outbreak investigation of 

food and agricultural events. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure close coordination and cooperation among 

regional, State, Federal, and international agencies 

and with the private sector and nongovernmental 

associations to facilitate food and agriculture response 

efforts. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct agricultural processes for surveillance and 

testing and isolation or quarantine for threats to 

agricultural assets and the food supply. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide food and agriculture laboratory and diagnostic 

support, subject matter expertise, and technical 

assistance. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the adequacy of food and agriculture 

resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request subject matter expertise from supporting 

agencies to assist in the response and recovery effort. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish regional and State plans and protocols for 

food and agricultural safety response and requests for 

assistance. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate food and agriculture safety and defense 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Conduct Surveillance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct epidemiological investigations as surveillance 

reports warrants, and coordinate Federal, State, and 

local veterinary assistance assets/services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search actively for food and agriculture cases. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate food and agriculture database and data 

management. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop basic case descriptions by conducting 

interviews and reviewing medical records. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food and agriculture laboratory detection and 

confirmation. 

[From plan 

or new 

TCL]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate food and agriculture laboratory testing 

results to appropriate stakeholders/partners. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain chain-of-custody of all food and agriculture 

evidence. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate surveillance findings related to food and 

agriculture. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Compile information about threats to food. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use the results from a food sample analysis to 

determine the breadth of contamination. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Trace Suspect Products

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve contaminated food and

agriculture evidence. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and preserve noncontaminated food and 

agriculture evidence. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect the safety and security of the food 

infrastructure in the affected area. 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect the safety and security of the agricultural 

infrastructure in the affected area. 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect and monitor meat, poultry, and egg 

establishments that can continue to operate in the 

affected area. 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inspect food facilities that can continue to operate in 

the affected area. 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use laboratory testing and field investigations to 

identify products that are safe and fit for human 

consumption. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct product tracing to determine the source, 

destination, and disposition of adulterated or 

contaminated products. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection and monitoring of food products 

and establishments in affected areas. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection and monitoring of agriculture 

products and establishments in affected areas. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Generate possible associations of transmission, 

exposure, and source of food and agriculture events. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify possible sources of food and agricultural 

safety events. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify populations and locations at risk from food 

and/or agricultural safety events. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Food and Agriculture Safety and Defense

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Conduct Product Disposal and Surface and Food Facility Decontamination

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify assets for food and agriculture 

decontamination activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement food and agriculture hazardous material 

disposal plan. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surface and facility decontamination. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform food and agriculture cleanup operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of contaminated food. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain operationally sound policies to 

comply with regulatory, statutory, privacy, and other 

issues that may govern the gathering of information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain procedures, systems, and/or 

technology to process the inflow of gathered 

information from all sources in a timely fashion.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and provide States and tribal authorities with 

information needs clearly defined by the Federal 

community based on the threat environment in a 

timely manner.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide the Federal community with feedback on 

specificity and relevance of Federal information needs 

products defined by the State.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate information needs from Federal 

community and States to local law enforcement, tribal, 

private-sector, and other appropriate personnel as 

needed and in a timely manner.

Update 

every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide feedback from information-gathering entities 

to the State on specificity and relevance of State 

information needs products.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and communicate baseline indicators and 

warnings sets from Federal community to State and 

tribal authorities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine within the Federal community Essential 

Elements of Information (EEI) that can be used to 

identify terrorist operations.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and initiate terrorism indicator sets and 

relationship training programs.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and distribute information gathering and 

reporting programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and initiate critical infrastructure surveillance 

technique and criteria.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training feedback to Federal trainers. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Gather Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather homeland security information during routine 

day-to-day activities, and pass to appropriate 

authorities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify items and materials used by criminal and/or 

terrorist organizations to carry out attacks.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Catalog information provided by all sources, and 

retain in a database to enable timely retrieval.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct information-gathering operations on critical 

infrastructure and other potentially high-risk locations 

or assets.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate information-gathering activities with 

relevant tribal, local, State, and Federal entities on an 

ongoing basis, in particular with the Joint Terrorism 

Task Force (JTTF) in terrorism-related cases.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish short-, medium-, and long-term coordinated 

information gathering policies, procedures, and 

systems.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Identify Suspicious Circumstances

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize suspicious activities involving items and 

materials used by criminal and/or terrorist 

organizations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize and identify suspicious circumstances or 

indicators and warnings that may be associated with 

planning, support, and operations related to potential 

criminal and/or terrorist-related activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize a predefined notification process to advise law 

enforcement of suspicious activity. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify law enforcement of potential terrorist activities 

in/around or related to private-sector 

businesses/operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Screen Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide guidance to create linked, compatible national 

database architecture. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Query databases or records to check for significance 

of information. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain and update procedures and/or systems to 

process the inflow of gathered information from all 

sources in a timely fashion. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Information Gathering and Recognition of Indicators and Warnings

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide terminology/lexicon glossary from Federal 

Government to all relevant fusion center/process 

entities to eliminate agency-to-agency terminology 

confusion.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tearline formats to ensure that State, local, and/or 

tribal officials with varying levels of clearance have 

access to useful information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a broad, national, uniform template for 

analytic products.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide guidance for planners to develop their own 

current intelligence products, indications, and 

warnings at all levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidance for establishing threat at the 

management level.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop means to share regional and State 

indications and warnings.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop memorandums of understanding for 

information sharing with other fusion centers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop guidelines for tailoring information according 

to audience.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures for establishing and 

staffing fusion center.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop job descriptions and training requirements for 

personnel.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train permanent and assigned analytical staff on the 

intelligence cycle and developing analytic products.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national standard for training fusion 

center/process staff.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Establish Fusion Center

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a fusion center/process using 

the national guidelines and standards; co-locate with 

an existing entity if practicable/desirable.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Sustain technical and procedural connectivity with 

critical intelligence and information streams.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Access intelligence and information repositories at all 

levels of classification as necessary.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate technological redundancy. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate the fusion center/process principles of the 

Criminal Intelligence Model Policy (International 

Association of Chiefs of Police [IACP]).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communications, including 

electronic connectivity with other region fusion 

center/processes.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Relay/pass terrorist-related information to the Federal 

Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Joint Terrorism Task 

Force (JTTF) and FBI Field Intelligence Group (FIG). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to privacy and security rules in operating 

fusion center/process. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Access Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive, extract, or collect information from all 

available sources, including all relevant databases 

and systems available to the State fusion center, on a 

continuous basis and with appropriate technological 

redundancy. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that unclassified briefings, reports, and alerts 

are used whenever possible to provide credible 

information that allows public safety, private-sector, 

and non-law enforcement agencies to develop 

intelligence- and information-driven prevention plans 

without compromising source or collection methods. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Analyze Information/Intelligence

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize intelligence based on relevance of the 

information and the finished intelligence products to 

potential threat elements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Blend, reconcile, and deconflict data, information, and 

intelligence received from multiple sources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify patterns and trends that may indicate an 

emerging, immediate, or long-term threat condition. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify links between terrorism-related intelligence 

and information related to traditional criminal activity 

so as to identify activities indicative of an imminent or 

potential threat. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize all relevant and useful analytic methodologies, 

tools, and technology to provide a more 

comprehensive and useful product. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence Analysis and Production

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Develop Analytic Products

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide briefings, reports, and/or alerts tailored to 

recipients with detailed, specific information on actions 

or activities that may be indicative of an emerging 

threat. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze information needs on a continuous basis for 

short- and long-term intelligence requirements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Archive information and intelligence in a searchable 

repository to support future efforts by all fusion 

analysts. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Vet and review products prior to distribution. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

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Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all Federal, State, regional, local, and tribal

stakeholders for inclusion in the information-sharing 

framework.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify non-law enforcement governmental entities 

and officials for inclusion in the information-sharing 

framework.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate law enforcement and other 

enforcement governmental personnel for receipt of 

security clearances at an appropriate level to ensure 

effective dissemination of critical information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop information sharing network standards: 

survivable, interoperable, compatible, secure, 

accessible.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop alternate, supplemental, and backup routing 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain operationally sound policies to 

comply with regulatory, statutory, privacy, and other 

issues that may govern the gathering of information.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regulatory, statutory, and/or privacy policies. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a clearly defined process for preventing, 

reporting, and addressing the inappropriate disclosure 

of information and/or intelligence.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a clearly defined mechanism/process 

(reduced to a single pipeline wherever possible or 

prudent) for sharing information/intelligence between 

Federal and State sources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish alternative, supplemental, and backup 

mechanisms for routing information and/or intelligence 

to the necessary agencies.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct exercises to test Intelligence and 

Information Sharing and Dissemination tasks within a 

single unit and jointly with other jurisdictions and 

levels of government.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train appropriate personnel on intelligence and 

information sharing and dissemination processes and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Incorporate All Stakeholders in Information Flow

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share information and/or intelligence between 

Federal, State, local, and tribal levels by using clearly 

defined mechanisms/processes.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to predefined security clearances and need-toknow parameters when disseminating information and 

intelligence.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Comply with regulatory, statutory, privacy-related, and 

other issues that may govern the sharing of 

information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prevent, report, and/or address inappropriate 

disclosures of information and/or intelligence.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Vertically Flow Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share intelligence and information systematically 

between Federal, State, local, and regional entities in 

a timely manner. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate relevant intelligence and/or information 

from Federal or State entities to local authorities in a 

usable format and in a timely manner. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate relevant information and/or intelligence 

products to street-level law enforcement personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide relevant intelligence and/or information from 

local authorities to Federal or State entities in a usable 

format and in a timely manner. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Declassify or provide tearlines for relevant information 

and/or intelligence. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Horizontally Flow Information

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Adhere to horizontal coordination across jurisdictions 

among law enforcement and other appropriate 

agencies at all levels through effective and timely 

information sharing. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share intelligence and/or information across 

disciplines in a timely and effective manner. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Structure dissemination and information sharing 

mechanisms so that private-sector entities receive 

accurate, timely, and unclassified information that is 

updated frequently and is consistent with their formal 

intelligence requirements. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Intelligence and Information Sharing and Dissemination

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Isolation and Quarantine

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for

implementing isolation and quarantine.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Introduce legislation authorizing isolation and 

quarantine (including quarantine of groups).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for coordinating quarantine activation 

and enforcement with public safety and law 

enforcement.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Stand up isolation and quarantine units (including 

defining procedures/protocols) in all 83 of the target 

cities and as needed in foreign countries.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols to monitor 

long-term health effects across community interests.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish systems, programs, and resources for 

implementing isolation and quarantine.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Improve monitoring of adverse treatment reactions 

among those people who have received medical 

countermeasures and have been isolated or 

quarantined.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and implement policies to deal with the 

financial impact to individuals who are placed in 

isolation or quarantine and to the public health 

system.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for isolation and 

quarantine.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercises for isolation and 

quarantine.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Direct Isolation and Quarantine Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify decisionmakers to oversee isolation and 

quarantine conduct.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop disease-specific isolation and quarantine 

plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify applicable isolation and quarantine laws, 

policies, and implementation procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide isolation and quarantine information to 

emergency public information for release.

Within 5 

hours of 

identifying 

need

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to 

disseminate health and safety information to the 

public.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public information releases about those 

people who have been isolated or quarantined.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies regarding 

notification of quarantine or isolation to ensure 

compliance of the general public (e.g., doors are 

locked and may be opened only by public health 

official or designated persons). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Promote the public acceptance of isolation and 

quarantine as necessary control measures. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to provide 

timely dissemination of health and safety information 

to the public regarding risk and protective actions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to monitor and 

enforce restrictions, if necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate judicial review of isolation and 

quarantine orders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public health and medical services to 

ensure appropriate care for those individuals who 

have been isolated or quarantined. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure critical medical care for any ill individuals 

(related to the epidemic or not). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate comprehensive stress management 

strategies, programs, and crisis response teams for 

isolation and quarantine operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist public health in disease control, quarantine, 

containment, and eradication. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with mass care to provide water, food, and 

bulk supplies to isolated and quarantined individuals. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that adequate food, water, and medication are 

provided to quarantined or isolated persons (through 

public health officials, with oversight by case 

manager). (Note: This involves all appropriate sectors, 

not just public health officials.) 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public works for retrieval and disposal 

of contaminated articles from homes or other locations 

where individuals are isolated or quarantined. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the agriculture community regarding 

potential animal influence on need for 

isolation/quarantine. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report health status data on isolated and quarantined 

populations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor for fever or evidence of infection (quarantine) 

or progression of illness requiring hospitalization 

(isolation) by epidemic agent. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and respond to adverse events (epidemic 

treatment or prophylaxis). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain communication channels (Centers for 

Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] Coordinating 

Office for Laboratory Response Network [LRN]). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems to 

support monitoring adherence to isolation and 

quarantine measures that comply with the Public 

Health Information Network (PHIN) functional 

requirements for Countermeasure and Response 

Administration. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Isolation and Quarantine

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify community sites suitable for quarantine. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue isolation and quarantine order or an agreement 

for voluntary isolation. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue an order that closes public venues based on the 

recommendation of an epidemiologist. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate guidelines for isolation and quarantine 

restrictions. 

Within 2 

hours from 

order 

being 

issued

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate protocols for isolation and caregiver 

treatment of isolated individuals. 

Within 2 

hours from 

order 

being 

issued

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Stand up isolation and quarantine units. Within 24 

hours from 

notification 

of need

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure mental healthcare and access to religious 

practices. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure access to communication with family and 

friends to reduces unnecessary stress. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and 

culturally and linguistically appropriate instruction on 

its use for household members and caregivers. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Travel Restrictions

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish traveler screening locations. Within 30 

minutes 

from 

screener 

arrival 

onsite

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen inbound/outbound travelers from outbreak or 

pandemic areas for illness or exposure. 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prevent boarding of potentially infected passengers in 

foreign countries with endemic disease. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate international travelers on health risks and 

symptoms. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen and educate all staff of outbound flights to 

exclude potentially infected passengers. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate and quarantine potentially infected travelers. 100%

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Voluntary Isolation and Quarantine

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire identification information of affected 

individuals under voluntary isolation and quarantine. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical and supportive care guidance to 

community under voluntary isolation and quarantine. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide infection control education materials to 

community under voluntary isolation and quarantine 

and hospitals. 

100% of 

community

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor health status of voluntarily isolated and 

quarantined individuals and caregivers in the 

community and hospitals. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for transportation to designated healthcare 

facilities of critically ill individuals under voluntary 

isolation and quarantine. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor compliance in whatever way is necessary 

(e.g., direct communication with the person under 

order via landline). 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Implement Mandatory Isolation and Quarantine

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire identification information of affected 

individuals under mandatory isolation and quarantine.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical and supportive care guidance to 

affected population under mandatory isolation and 

quarantine. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor compliance with infection control and 

mandatory restrictions of movement. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor health status of individuals and caregivers 

under mandatory isolation and quarantine and hospital 

staff. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for transportation to designated healthcare 

facilities of critically ill individuals under mandatory 

isolation and quarantine. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Isolation and Quarantine

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing on isolation and 

quarantine implementation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Release personnel supporting isolation and 

quarantine operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute resources and facilities supporting 

isolation and quarantine operations. 

Within 7 

days 

following 

demobilization
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Isolation and Quarantine

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish an infrastructure by which States and local 

governments can exchange terrorism and crime 

information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, implement, and maintain an interagency or 

multijurisdictional training plan that ensures 

commonality in terrorism investigation subject matter 

being presented to law enforcement (State, local, 

tribal) and non-law enforcement (e.g., Department of 

Motor Vehicles, public health and safety) personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, implement, and maintain a plan for using 

Federal specialized units or personnel in conjunction 

with an active investigation of a critical event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a governmentwide program to ensure that 

the armed services (e.g., maritime forces) and 

appropriate law enforcement agencies have the 

capability to operate together in a mutually supportive 

and complementary role.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for conducting appropriate 

background investigations on personnel applying for 

sensitive positions in government, law enforcement, 

and the private sector.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train appropriate investigative personnel in the proper 

use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training in general safety procedures for a 

variety of potentially hazardous environments.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement an interagency terrorisminvestigation training plan that ensures commonality in 

terrorism investigations.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Design and conduct exercises to test counter-terror 

investigation and law enforcement tasks within a 

single unit and jointly with other jurisdictions and 

levels of government.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Investigations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize terrorism indications and warnings that 

arise during the course of investigations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with private businesses 

related to an investigation.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Engage in effective source development activities, 

including maintaining source confidentiality.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement proper procedures and processes when 

conducting terrorism-related investigations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow standard crime-scene procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain ability to address chemical, biological, 

radiological, nuclear, and/or high-yield explosives 

(CBRNE) hazards that may be encountered during the 

course of an investigation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather, catalogue, and preserve evidence for 

prosecutorial purposes and attribution. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with officials from critical infrastructure, key 

resources, and the private sector to facilitate an 

investigation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recognize indicators and warnings of potential 

terrorist-related activity during criminal investigations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Share Information Related to Investigations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and maintain liaisons with appropriate lead 

Federal terrorism investigation entities (i.e., Joint 

Terrorism Task Force [JTTF]). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with private businesses, 

industries, and facilities to assist an investigation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct targeted outreach with Federal, State, local, 

and tribal governments to assist an investigation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish, use, and maintain clear lines of reporting for 

information related to ongoing investigations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact JTTF in a timely fashion when any nexus to 

terrorism is discovered. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share investigation-related information across 

jurisdictions and among law enforcement and other 

agencies as appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deliver investigation-related information through 

preestablished channels appropriate for the originating 

source. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow up with reporting entity if more information is 

necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide investigators with timely threat and 

intelligence information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Follow legal protocols on handling and disseminating 

information related to an ongoing investigation. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Deploy Specialty Trained Personnel

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain access to special operations teams (e.g., 

special weapons and tactics [SWAT] teams). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain access to personnel with specialized skills 

(e.g., foreign language fluency). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch special operations teams according to 

standard policies and procedures. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical deployment. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct surveillance of suspects. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure incident scene. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess incident, and develop action plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct hostage negotiations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine and don appropriate PPE. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical entry to disarm, detain, or otherwise 

render harmless the suspects in accordance with the 

use of force policy/rules of engagement. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute search and seizure procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Apprehend suspects. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mission debrief. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Translate documents and discourse, and conduct 

interviews in languages other than English when 

appropriate. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Counter-Terror Investigation and Law Enforcement

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Immediately share intelligence information from an 

operation, and archive all data in appropriate formats 

to allow for quick retrieval for subsequent analysis and 

investigation. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for the 

provision of mass care services to general populations 

in coordination with all responsible agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for the 

provision of services for companion animals in 

coordination with all responsible agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes and criteria for conducting an 

assessment (functional, cultural, dietary, medical) of 

the general population registering at the shelter to 

determine suitability for the shelter and the 

transference of individuals and caregivers/family 

members to more appropriate care facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures to ensure 

maximum retention of people with disabilities in 

general population shelters.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures to ensure that general population 

shelters allow individuals to bring in existing support 

systems (including service animals and caregivers).

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish procedures for identifying and receiving 

individuals to general population shelter when they no 

longer need to be accommodated at the functional 

and medical sheltering service location.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for close 

cooperation between general population shelters, 

functional and medical support shelters, and other 

medical facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for activation 

and mobilization of mass care staff.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures to address 

common issues (e.g., cultural, language, people with 

disabilities in general population shelters) as part of 

the mass care service delivery.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for 

preidentification of sufficient and suitable facilities for 

evacuation and postimpact shelters (including 

nontraditional shelter facilities such as camps, hotels, 

etc.).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enter preidentified shelter facilities into the National 

Shelter System (NSS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify accessible shelters as part of preidentification 

of shelter option choices.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter contingency plans that allow for 

shelter self-sufficiency for a minimum 48 hours without 

resupply.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop shelter contingency plans that allow for 

shelter relocation when shelter is no longer habitable 

due to changing incident conditions (e.g., structural 

damage, contamination).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for 

coordination of mass care services with agencies 

providing human services and housing (e.g., welfare 

inquiry, transitional/interim housing services, other 

individual/family assistance programs) and family 

reunification.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and procedures for 

coordination of mass care services with supporting 

agencies (e.g., conducting decontamination, citizen 

evacuation/shelter-in-place, volunteer management 

and donations, environmental health, and public 

safety and security).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop public education materials concerning mass 

care services.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop criteria and guidance materials for sheltering 

companion animals.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop vendor agreements, memorandums of 

understanding (MOUs), or memorandums of 

agreement (MOAs) for critical mass care resources as 

appropriate.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for mass 

care personnel including sheltering, feeding, and bulk 

distribution for general population.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for shelter staff. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for mass 

care personnel including sheltering, feeding, and bulk 

distribution for general population.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for mass 

care personnel for delivery of mass care companion 

animal services.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training programs for mass 

care personnel for delivery of companion animal 

services.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mass Care Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial and ongoing mass care needs 

assessment for sheltering, feeding, and bulk 

distribution.

Complete 

within 4 

hours of 

notification 

of need
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain information on population and location of 

potentially affected populations as part of planning 

process.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate anticipated need for mass care services 

with agencies responsible for evacuation.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate sites to serve as mass care facilities 

including shelters, feeding sites, reception centers, 

food preparation sites, distribution points, etc.

[From

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring sheltering services. Within 4 

hours; 

updated 

every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring feeding services. Within 4 

hours; 

updated 

every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate numbers requiring bulk distribution of relief 

items. 

Within 4 

hours; 

updated 

every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a daily counting and reporting system for 

sheltering, feeding, and bulk distribution items 

delivered. 

Every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate contingency plans for shelter surge capacity, 

as needed. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate vendor agreements/MOUs/MOAs in support 

of mass care activities as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire and provide resources necessary to support 

mass care services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate communication systems for mass 

care personnel and facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Supervise and support day-to-day mass care 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate accurate, timely, and accessible 

information to the public, media, support agencies, 

and vendors about mass care services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass care services for the general 

population with appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies on common 

population issues (e.g., disability, language, culture). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessment of mass 

care operations with agencies responsible for 

environmental health. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of cessation of mass care 

operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass care services for companion animals 

and owners with appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Mass Care

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify mass care staff. Within 2 

hours from 

notification 

of need

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize needed mass care resources. Within 4 

hours from 

activation 

of plan

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble mass care teams for each identified mass 

care facility. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble mass care teams for each identified mass 

care site (e.g. shelter, feeding, bulk distribution). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate emergency shelters. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize veterinary and animal shelter services. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble teams for each identified companion animal 

site. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Establish Shelter Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether areas are located in a safe area as 

determined by appropriate government agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff shelter with appropriately trained personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up shelter for operations. Within 6 

hours from 

activation 

of plan

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish self-sufficiency (water/food/staffing) of 

shelter for minimum of 48 hours. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate communication systems are 

available for shelter staff. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct regular communications with mass care 

management. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide regular updates on shelter needs and 

capacity. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of mass care services within the 

shelter. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of shelter support services with 

appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure shelter facility is accessible or provides 

temporary accessibility solutions where feasible. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate government agency to 

conduct an environmental health assessment for 

mass care operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate government agency to 

ensure any necessary decontamination is provided for 

shelter residents before entering shelter facility. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dissemination of information about 

locations of different kinds of shelter, including

companion animal shelters, general population 

shelters, and functional and medical support shelters. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Shelter General Population

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct shelter registration for general population. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessment of population registering at 

shelter to ensure appropriate shelter services are 

provided. 

Within 12 

hours from 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct detailed assessments to identify types and 

levels of support needed to maintain functional 

independence of those individuals with disabilities, 

and determine whether these needs can be met in 

general population shelters. 

Within 12 

hours from 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with functional and medical support shelter 

capability to ensure that individuals are referred to 

appropriate settings and appropriate functional and 

medical care is provided. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes to address issues identified in the 

assessment of shelter registrants. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make arrangements to transfer individuals and 

caregivers/family members to appropriate care 

facilities when necessary. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional resources and equipment 

necessary to support shelter operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement mechanisms for daily reporting of shelter 

population and locations. 

Every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate to provide security services if needed. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate feeding services for general populations in 

shelters. 

Within 24 

hours from 

shelter 

opening

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide culturally and restricted diet appropriate 

feeding services when possible. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide regular updates on shelter needs and 

capacity. 

Every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess ongoing medical and public health needs of 

shelter population, and refer as appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate environmental health assessment of mass 

care operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Shelter Companion Animals

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish companion animal shelter. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for companion animal care/handling services. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate companion animal care/handling facilities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate provision of veterinary medial services with 

appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with entities responsible for search and 

rescue for transference of companion animals into 

animal shelters. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate message regarding companion animal 

evacuation with agencies responsible for issuing 

evacuation orders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate animal shelter operations with agencies 

responsible for environmental health. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate acquisition of needed companion animal 

resources with appropriate agencies receiving 

donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate transportation of companion animals with 

appropriate agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify any special procedures necessary for the 

intake of companion animals (e.g., decontamination). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and implement special procedures (e.g., 

decontamination) for companion animal intake. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement procedures for companion animal 

intake/registration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement tracking system for intake and export of 

companion animals in compliance with local holding 

regulations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide feeding services that ensure adequate 

nutrition for companion animals. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish guidance for staff on integrating volunteers 

while maintaining health and safety for staff, 

companion animals, and volunteers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage shelter facility maintenance. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Close Shelter

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate referral information is provided to 

shelter residents.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport and/or coordinate with agencies responsible 

for transportation of shelter population to residence or 

temporary/interim housing. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification to close shelter operations to 

shelter residents, appropriate government agencies, 

and other partners. 

Within 48 

hours 

before 

closing

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct closing inspection and walkthrough of 

shelters. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Establish Feeding Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Estimate projected feeding services required. Within 6 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify kitchens, vendors, and other capabilities to 

prepare and distribute food. 

Within 6 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify additional mobile feeding resources necessary 

to meet feeding need. 

Within 6 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess number of prepackaged meals needed to 

augment feeding services. 

Within 6 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategy to meet projected feeding need. Within 6 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection of identified food operation 

facilities to determine structural integrity, capability, 

and suitability. 

Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure kitchen facilities comply with local health 

regulations. 

Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff kitchens with appropriately trained personnel. Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire foodstuffs for feeding operations. Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine mobile feeding routes. Within 36 

hours
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[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement reporting mechanism for daily meal counts. Every 24 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with shelter managers to ensure adequate 

feeding is conducted at shelters. 

Update 

every 24 

hours

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Prepare and Distribute Food

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement strategy to meet feeding needs of affected 

population.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate effectiveness of ongoing feeding operations. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food preparation and distribution using safe 

food-handling protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mass feeding operations, including mobile 

and fixed. 

Within 6 

hours from 

activation

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct food preparation and distribution using safe 

food-handling protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide culturally and diet-restriction appropriate 

feeding services as available. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate nutrition is provided for shelter 

populations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report accurate count of meals and snacks served. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of end to feeding operations. 48 hours 

before end 

of 

operations

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Bulk Distribution Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish distribution sites and routes. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct inspection of identified mass care bulk 

distribution facilities to determine structural integrity, 

capability, and suitability. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Staff bulk distribution site with appropriately trained 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate communication systems are 

available for bulk distribution staff. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct communications with mass care 

management. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish reporting mechanisms for daily distribution 

count. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish bulk distribution operations at fixed sites. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine mobile bulk distribution routes. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire items for bulk distribution, ensuring 

coordination with logistics resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate agencies to determine 

bulk distribution needs of affected population. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies receiving donations to 

acquire items needed for bulk distribution, including 

supplies for companion animals. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Conduct Bulk Distribution Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct bulk distribution of relief items at fixed sites. Within 24 

hours from 

activation

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct mobile bulk distribution operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report daily distribution count and number of people 

served. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of end to bulk distribution 

operations. 

Within 48 

hours 

before end 

of 

operations

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Mass Care Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate demobilization of mass care resources 

with participating agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate notification of demobilization of mass 

care resources/services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize mass care resources. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide staff briefing. Provide to 

100% of 

staff

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deactivate staff from operations. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Care (Sheltering, Feeding, and Related Services)

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Mass Prophylaxis

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create plans and systems for mass prophylaxis 

patient movement and tracking.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create plans and systems for the transport and 

tracking of medical supplies and equipment.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for obtaining mass prophylaxis 

supplies from the receipt, staging, and storage (RSS) 

sites in coordination with the Medical Supplies and 

Distribution capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, procedures, and protocols for mass 

prophylaxis dispensing operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop the tactical communications portion of the 

mass prophylaxis dispensing plan.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a mass prophylaxis inventory management 

system.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for the distribution and 

dispensing of mass prophylaxis.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to ensure that first responders, 

public health responses, critical infrastructure 

personnel, and their families receive prophylaxis 

before point of dispensing (POD) opening.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes for coordinating with treatment 

centers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols for individuals receiving 

medications (e.g., number of doses, identification 

requirements).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for obtaining and distributing 

investigation new drug (IND) consent forms at POD 

sites.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop credentialing mechanisms for volunteers and 

staff at mass prophylaxis dispensing sites.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop programs to ensure security of mass 

prophylaxis during dispensing operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and address legal issues regarding 

authorizations for mass prophylaxis practitioners.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish processes for communicating with the public 

regarding nature of event and mass prophylaxis 

operations in coordination with the Emergency Public 

Information and Warning capability.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

operations.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training of all key personnel on fundamentals 

of the National Response Framework (NRF), Incident 

Command System (ICS), and National Incident 

Management System (NIMS).

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for key personnel on 

tactical communications during mass prophylaxis 

operations.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training on public information 

and communication for mass prophylaxis operations.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training on security of mass 

prophylaxis.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

inventory management.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training for mass prophylaxis 

repacking, distribution, and dispensing.

Conduct 

training 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and implement plans and drills for mass 

prophylaxis.

Conduct 

every 12 

months

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Mass Prophylaxis Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate dispensing/administration of mass 

prophylaxis.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public information releases regarding 

location of PODs.

Within 4 

hours from 

POD 

opening

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the Medical Supply and Distribution 

capability to ensure that medical stockpile warehouses 

can resupply PODs as needed.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with public information agencies to 

disseminate health and safety information to the 

public.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate mass prophylaxis to functional and 

medical support sheltering locations for special-needs 

populations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with law enforcement to provide security to 

protect medicines, supplies, and public health 

personnel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain tactical equipment and 

communication networks including establishing 

redundant systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate POD locations and hours of operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish shift change procedures to ensure continuity 

of operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activate Mass Prophylaxis Dispensing Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement local, regional, and State plans for 

distributing and dispensing prophylaxis. This should 

include procedures for requesting Federal Strategic 

National Stockpile (SNS) assets when State and local 

caches and other available resources have been 

depleted. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate staff calldown lists for POD operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure POD site operations are established in 

accordance with POD-specific plans and protocols. 

3 hours 

from 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide internal and external security for POD sites. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Have or have access to information systems that 

support tracking mass prophylaxis allocation that 

comply with the Public Health Information Network 

(PHIN) functional requirements for Countermeasure 

and Response Administration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble needed supplies and equipment for POD 

operations including materials to prepare oral 

suspension. 

4 hours 

from 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create and assemble signage for POD. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement the plan to provide mass prophylaxis to 

functional and medical support sheltering locations for 

populations with disabilities, etc. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Points of Dispensing (PODs)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for providing prophylaxis for 

public health responders and their families before 

opening the POD to the general population. 

100% of 

designated 

population

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for providing prophylaxis for first 

responders, critical infrastructure personnel, and their 

families before opening the POD to the general 

population. 

100% of 

designated 

population

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate staffing levels for anticipated mass 

prophylaxis throughput. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes for obtaining and distributing 

mass copies of IND protocol consent forms at POD 

sites. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Post signage to inform and direct the public. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to ensure the mobility-impaired 

populations have access to PODs. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Conduct Triage for Symptoms

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish number of triage stations to commensurate 

with the anticipated size of the throughput. 

Within 4 

hours from 

decision to 

activate 

site

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure symptomatic individuals are directed to 

appropriate treatment facility. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport or direct symptomatic individuals to 

appropriate health facility before they enter POD sites. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that personnel conducting triage and other 

persons in the area are not exposed to disease. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Conduct Medical Screening

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure proper documentation is created for each 

individual receiving prophylaxis.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate prophylaxis based on medical 

history and exposure. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient staffing at the POD site screening 

station to prevent initial bottlenecks. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Take appropriate actions for individuals for whom 

prophylaxis is determined to be inappropriate. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Conduct Mass Dispensing

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispense the appropriate medication and dosage to 

the population, including children, infants, and specialneeds populations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a system for inventory management to 

ensure availability of critical prophylaxis medicines 

and medical supplies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequate supply of pharmaceuticals, ancillary 

medical supplies, and drug information sheets. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure availability of and distribute preprinted drug 

information sheets. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute IND consent forms as needed for mass 

prophylaxis/vaccine administration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor patient throughout per hour. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Monitor Adverse Events

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Continue to track outcomes and adverse events. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide alternate medication as ordered by clinician. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Access information systems that support monitoring of 

adverse reactions that comply with the PHIN 

functional requirements for Countermeasure and 

Response Administration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a call center to triage individuals to receive 

appropriate medical care in case of an adverse effect. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Mass Prophylaxis Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief POD personnel. 100% of 

staff 

debriefed

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute POD personnel and supplies. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Mass Prophylaxis

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for establishing staging areas for 

internal and external medical response personnel, 

equipment, and supplies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish strategies for transporting materials through 

restricted areas, quarantine lines, law enforcement 

checkpoints, and so forth that are agreed upon by all 

affected parties.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain demographic/health-related data to plan for the 

types of medications, durable medical equipment, or 

consumable medical supplies that may need to be 

provided during an event (including supplies needed 

for populations requiring functional or medical care).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

In coordination with the appropriate agencies, develop 

processes for ensuring the distribution of medical 

supplies to shelters.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish procedures for billing and reimbursement of 

the medication/equipment/supplies that are 

dispensed.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training on various types and models of 

medical supplies likely to be used in an emergency 

through government grants and industry-sponsored 

workshops.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and regularly exercise plans for transporting 

medical material assets at the Federal, State, local, 

and private/commercial levels with specific focus on 

their transfer between various levels or organizations.

Exercise 

every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Medical Supplies Management and Distribution Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical supply management and distribution 

support to incident response operations according to 

Incident Management Team (IMT) assignments in the 

incident action plan (IAP).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) assets

from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

(CDC).

Within 6 

hours from 

indication 

of need

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and obtain external resources for 

sustained operations of medical supplies management 

and distribution.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain communications with transportation vendors 

during distribution of medical supplies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate acquisition of private source medical 

supplies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with medical surge operations and the 

American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) Task 

Force to identify supply levels at the supporting 

medical facilities for the incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor supply usage and stockpile levels of health 

facilities, mass prophylaxis sites, and other critical 

care venues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the timely provision of medical supplies to 

shelters and mass care and medical facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide personnel for shelters and mass care and 

medical facilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor stockpiles levels of medical supplies 

maintained by private sources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process and manage requests for additional medical 

supply personnel or equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide logistics support for medical supplies 

management and distribution. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for financial management and reimbursement 

of medical supplies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with the CDC for return of unused Federal 

assets. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish medical supplies warehouse management 

structure. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate warehousing operations for receipt of medical 

assets. 

Within 6 

hours from 

approved 

request

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify needed transportation assets for medical 

supplies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify Technical Advisory Response Unit (TARU) 

team resource needs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate the use of emergency power 

generation services at medical supply warehouse 

locations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Establish Security

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute plan for credentialing medical supplies 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure security meets medical assets at point of entry 

into State. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify locations that require increased security within 

the warehouse (such as controlled substance storage 

areas). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish security checkpoints in vicinity of medical 

warehouse and at staging areas. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Repackage and Distribute

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble medical supplies warehouse teams 

(receiving, order management, picking, packaging, 

quality control, and shipping). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory medical supplies warehouse resource 

levels. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide quality control/quality assurance for requested 

medical assets prior to shipping. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track resupply requests for medical supplies. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute medical supplies to points of distribution 

(PODs), health facilities, and shelters. 

Within 12 

hours from 

arrival at 

warehouse

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Recover Medical Resources

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure recovery of unused (unopened) 

pharmaceuticals from RSS site and unused 

pharmaceuticals and durable items from mass 

prophylaxis sites.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute unused but open medical resources within 

the local health system according to local policies and 

plans. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Medical Supplies Management and Distribution

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute plan to reduce medical supplies warehouse 

operations as distribution needs ease.

Recover 

100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of waste materials generated by medical 

supplies warehousing operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Medical Surge

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a healthcare system to receive and 

appropriately treat incident-specific casualties or 

illnesses. This system should be composed of multiple 

resources from State, sub-State, and community 

resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with weapons of mass destruction 

(WMD)/hazardous materials (HazMat) to develop 

plans for managing/decontaminating self-presenting 

contaminated victims offsite.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify local, State, sub-State, and interstate mental 

health and substance abuse professionals or 

paraprofessionals by survey.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate local, State, and regional mental health and 

substance abuse professionals or paraprofessionals in 

response planning, exercises, and drills.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure emergency system patient transport and 

tracking systems are interoperable with national and 

U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) systems.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that comprehensive stress management 

strategies and programs are in place and available to 

all emergency responders, support personnel, and 

healthcare professionals.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop medical mutual aid agreements for medical 

facilities and equipment.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop surge capacity plans for acute care hospitals. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with community healthcare systems when 

developing surge capacity plans for acute care 

hospitals.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure facility-based evacuation plans include 

identification of receiving facilities and transportation 

assets. Transportation assets should be coordinated 

and planned out with response partners.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop healthcare system evacuation plans to 

include receiving facilities and transportation assets 

that are coordinated on a regional basis.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify adequate evacuation transportation assets 

and receiving facilities with adequate assets.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to mitigate identified hazards to 

medical treatment facilities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop electronic medical records for recording 

treatment provided and patient self-reporting.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to identify staff, equipment, and 

resources to operate alternate care facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to restrict access and secure healthcare 

and surge facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a local/State regional pharmaceuticals 

management system that captures current inventory 

of the Metropolitan Medical Response System, Health 

Resources and Services Administration hospitals, and 

CHEMPACK caches; ensures a sufficient supply of 

pharmaceuticals to provide prophylaxis for 3 days to 

first responders and their families, other key incident 

response/management personnel, and the general 

public as determined by local authorities; and tracks 

the dispensing of pharmaceuticals during the incident.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train designated hospital personnel in the National 

Incident Management System (NIMS), National 

Response Framework (NRF), Incident Command 

System, and Hospital Incident Command System 

(HICS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise healthcare system in compliance with 

appropriate national, State, and local guidance.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and/or implement training, preparedness, and 

exercise programs based on local risk vulnerability 

assessment and lessons learned.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train designated hospital personnel in recognition and 

treatment of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, 

and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) hazards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise medical surge plans. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct competency-based education 

and training programs for adult and pediatric prehospital, hospital, and outpatient healthcare 

personnel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop program to train medical and nonmedical 

personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop program to train health professions students. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate emergency management plans through 

training and multiple methods including drills and 

exercises at tribal, local, State, and national levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise all plans on an annual basis to demonstrate 

proficiency in responding to bioterrorism, other 

infectious disease outbreaks, and other public health 

threats and emergencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop just-in-time training programs healthcare 

workers for unfamiliar critical job functions and 

personal protective equipment (PPE) for specific 

threats.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Medical Surge Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement incident response communications within 

the healthcare system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Execute medical mutual aid agreements. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide coordination and support for medical care 

through Incident Command/Emergency Operations 

Center (EOC) in accordance with NIMS.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public health and medical services for 

those individuals who have been isolated or 

quarantined.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide consistent, accurate, and relevant public 

health and medical information to clinicians, other 

responders, and the public in a timely manner.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with emergency public information to 

disseminate public health and safety information to the 

public to improve provision of home healthcare.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency credentialing and privileging 

procedures. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Medical Surge

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Activate healthcare system Incident Command. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider the implementation of altered standards of 

care. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate medical surge plans, procedures, and 

protocols to ensure medical treatment for populations 

requiring specialized assistance. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Surge Patient Transfer Procedures

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate alternative care sites and overflow 

emergency medical care facilities to manage hospital 

surge capacity. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide knowledge or visibility of available destination 

medical care facilities/services and tracking for mass 

movement of patients, ensuring patients are matched 

with transportation and destinations that provide 

appropriate levels of medical care. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Surge Staffing Procedures

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate healthcare workers’ and volunteers’ call 

systems. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support medical surge capability by using volunteer 

resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize incident-specific medical treatment personnel 

for pediatrics and adults. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize nonmedical support personnel. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess initial and ongoing need for medical 

specialists, and augment as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training for staff performing 

nonstandard duties. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate staff transportation and staging through 

the State and local EOCs. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate response staffing with Medical Reserve 

Corps, Metropolitan Medical Response System, 

Federal and interstate resources, and 

nongovernmental organizations and faith-based 

groups. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Receive and Treat Surge Casualties

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide treatment appropriate to nature of incident 

and number of injured/ill.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure adequacy of medical equipment and supplies 

in support of immediate medical response operations 

and for restocking supplies/equipment requested. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate with local, State, and 

Federal Emergency Support Function 8 (ESF-8). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement comprehensive stress management 

strategies and programs for all emergency responders 

and workers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide short-term mental health and substance 

abuse behavioral health services to the community. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Medical Surge

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from surge to normal operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plan for reconstitution of healthcare system 

capabilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct after action reviews, and prepare report. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Medical Surge

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Onsite Incident Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Incident Management System 

(NIMS)-compliant plans and standard operating 

procedures (SOPs) for emergency response 

operations within the jurisdiction.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop jurisdiction emergency management plans 

and SOPs that are compatible and integrate support 

for Unified Command during operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify resources available to supplement 

command and control capabilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop processes to order, track, and assign incident 

resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop systems for tracking onsite incident resources 

and personnel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train personnel in accordance with NIMS typing. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise personnel in accordance with NIMS typing. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for command and elected officials to attend 

NIMS and other applicable training.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a records management system to identify 

appropriate personnel who lack Incident Command 

System (ICS) training, and provide automated 

notification of training opportunities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Onsite Incident Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communications with the 

Emergency Operations Center (EOC), dispatch 

center, and responding units.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate with arriving local, tribal, State, 

regional, and Federal first responders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor/measure performance of assigned resources, 

and request additional resources as needed.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Implement Onsite Incident Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial assessment (sizeup) (first arriving 

units). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine initial incident site perimeter (first arriving 

unit). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate and implement the ICS. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer command between oncoming and outgoing 

Incident Commander as appropriate. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional resources as necessary for 

operations and onsite incident management. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Establish Full Onsite Incident Command

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Incident Command. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish the command structure to manage the 

incident and meet objectives. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish branches, groups, and divisions needed to 

manage the incident and meet incident objectives, 

strategies, and tactics. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish an Incident Command Post (ICP), incident 

bases, camps, staging areas, helispot or wheelbase, 

and other facilities as required. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish communications with EOC/Multiagency 

Coordination Center (MACC). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain communications with EOC/MACC. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate operations with specialized emergency 

response teams (e.g., Special Weapons and Tactics 

[SWAT]/tactical, bomb squad/explosives, hazardous 

materials [HazMat], land-based search and rescue). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition from Incident Command to Unified 

Command for incidents involving multiple jurisdictions, 

a single jurisdiction with multiagency involvement, or 

multiple jurisdictions with multiagency involvement. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to order, track, and assign 

incident resources. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Resource Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement processes to order, track, assign, and 

release incident resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor/measure performance of assigned resources, 

and request additional resources as needed. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request mutual aid through the EOC and Multiagency 

Coordination (MAC) Group ordering process. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct and coordinate with arriving local, tribal, State, 

regional, and Federal first responders. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop Incident Action Plan (IAP)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish incident objectives, priorities, and 

operational periods.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop the incident action plan (IAP) to establish 

priorities, procedures, and actions to be accomplished 

to meet the incident objectives. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain Incident Command/Unified Command approval 

of IAP. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish operational period, not to exceed 24 hours. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Execute Plan

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate IAP to other response organizations 

through operational briefing.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct efforts to meet incident objectives in 

accordance with current IAP. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review progress toward meeting incident objectives. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct efforts to achieve personnel accountability. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms for controlling incident. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider potentially affected areas. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Update IAP based on review of resource 

requirements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate, revise, and prioritize tactics to meet incident 

developments. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Onsite Incident Management

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement demobilization plan. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Onsite Incident Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transition Incident Command to recovery 

management. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor demobilization/transition process. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Planning

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Conduct Strategic Planning

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional and State/local strategic plans. Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, develop, and convene local preparedness 

planning organization(s).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Define and implement the responsibilities for 

standardized emergency management system 

planning.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate all response and recovery 

agencies/organizations in the planning process.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate NGOs and private-sector 

entities into the emergency management planning and 

decisionmaking processes.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a gap analysis to identify training and 

exercise needs and to facilitate investment and 

personnel decisions.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop scalable strategic plans, based on normal 

response plans, to prevent, protect against, respond 

to, and recover from natural and manmade disasters 

as well as acts of terrorism.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish the National Incident Management System 

(NIMS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a national preparedness 

assessment and reporting system.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a preparedness planning and review cycle 

that encompasses planning, training, exercising, 

evaluation, and incorporation of after action reports 

(AARs) and lessons learned.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Track implementation of AARs and lessons learned 

for improvement and corrective actions that enhance 

exercises and inform subsequent corrective training 

efforts.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Develop/Revise Operational Plans

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a hazard analysis to identify threats, 

vulnerabilities, and consequences to be addressed by 

emergency management and/or preparedness plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency 

management plans (CEMPs) or similar emergency 

management/preparedness plans.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop emergency operations/response plans that 

describe how personnel, equipment, and other 

governmental, nongovernmental, and private 

resources will support and sustain incident 

management requirements.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain emergency operations plan 

(EOP) annexes for hazard-specific response including 

natural and manmade disasters, acts of terrorism, and 

other hazards.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and execute mutual aid assistance 

agreements and compacts.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop national, State, local, and nongovernmental 

continuity plans. All-level continuity plans will describe 

how personnel, equipment, and other governmental, 

nongovernmental, and private resources will support 

sustainment and/or reestablishment of essential 

functions. Plans should identify critical and timesensitive applications, processes, and functions to be 

recovered and continued following an emergency or 

disaster as well as the personnel and procedures 

necessary to do so, such as business impact analysis, 

business continuity management, vital records 

preservation, and alternate operating facilities.

Update 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional coordination plans or activities that 

involve all Federal, State, territorial, local, tribal, NGO, 

and private stakeholders.

Update 

every 12 

months

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Validate Plans

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that trained, exercised, and equipped 

personnel are available to execute all planning 

requirements as determined by applicable standards 

of proficiency.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop exercises/drills of sufficient intensity to 

challenge management and operations and to test the 

knowledge, skills, and abilities of individuals and 

organizations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop integrated national, regional, State, and local 

level exercises/drills.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop regional, State, and local exercises of 

sufficient intensity to challenge management and 

operations and to test knowledge, skills, and abilities 

of individuals and organizations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop lessons learned reports and procedures 

based on real-world events and exercises.

Within 30 

days of 

event

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, review, evaluate, and update emergency 

management and/or preparedness plans based on 

lessons learned and/or AARs to address 

problems/gaps and needed corrective actions.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Planning

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Laboratory Testing

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, establish, and maintain working collaboration 

with all Laboratory Response Network (LRN) sentinel 

and LRN clinical chemistry laboratories within the 

jurisdiction.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain an accurate and current 

database of contact information and capability for all 

the LRN sentinel and LRN clinical chemistry 

laboratories.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide all LRN sentinel and LRN clinical chemistry 

laboratories with updated LRN reference laboratory 

contact information.

100% of 

information

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain collaborative linkages with 

other State laboratories (e.g., environmental, 

agriculture, veterinary, and university) as well as the 

jurisdiction’s National Guard Civil Support Team (CST) 

and other first responders.

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain linkages with Federal 

laboratory networks and member laboratories within 

the jurisdiction, e.g., the Food Emergency Response 

Network (FERN), National Animal Health Laboratory 

Network (NAHLN), and the U.S. Environmental 

Protection Agency (EPA).

100% of 

laboratories

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a sentinel laboratory advisory 

committee or equivalent that meets at least every year 

and includes representatives from clinical 

microbiology, clinical chemistry, veterinary, food, and 

environmental laboratories in your jurisdiction.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and utilize a State and local health alert 

network that complies with the PHIN functional area 

Partner Communication and Alerting for electronic 

connectivity with all LRN sentinel laboratories.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain connectivity with the State 

Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and other 

official components of the State and local emergency

response, including the Emergency Management 

Assistance Compact (EMAC).

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain communication linkages with 

local, State, and Federal (e.g., CDC Directors 

Emergency Operations Center [DEOC] and LRN) 

public safety and law enforcement entities (e.g., 

police, fire, emergency management, Federal Bureau 

of Investigation [FBI]).

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Hire and/or maintain a biosafety officer for each 

facility.

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a contingency plan for a breach in biosafety. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a ready supply of the reagents required for 

rapid testing of biological threat agents by LRN 

reference laboratories.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain a ready supply of the reagents and materials 

(not supplied by CDC) required for rapid testing of 

biological and chemical threat agents at the reference 

level.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain an accurate inventory of reagents and 

supplies in their respective laboratories.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and validate, in partnership with LRN 

reference and LRN chemical laboratories, standard 

laboratory methods to test for chemical and biological 

threat agents.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer standardized technology and laboratory 

methods from the CDC to State and local LRN 

reference and LRN chemical laboratories.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop, in collaboration with the CDC (e.g., EPA, 

U.S. Food and Drug Administration [FDA], U.S. 

Department of Agriculture [USDA], and U.S. 

Department of Defense [DoD]), additional 

standardized and validated methods for testing for 

chemical and biological agents in nonclinical samples.

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate new advanced biological and chemical rapid 

identification methods, as they are developed and 

approved by the LRN, into the current laboratory 

testing algorithm for human, environmental, animal, or 

food specimens.

[From plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in a CDC-approved proficiency testing 

program to ensure laboratory competency.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in training provided by other Federal 

partners for the use of standardized methods to detect 

and identify chemical and biological agents.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide information and training on the use of 

appropriate safety and security equipment and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train all LRN sentinel laboratories in the use of LRN 

biological agent rule-out protocols, specimen or isolate 

referral responsibilities, and notification algorithms.

Every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in CDC training to use standardized 

protocols to detect biological agents.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in CDC training as required for designated 

levels of chemical preparedness (e.g., LRN Level 1, 2, 

or 3).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate response planning, drills, and exercises for 

the laboratory with all relevant partners.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Laboratory Testing

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate laboratory activities with the LRN within 

the jurisdiction.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as the gatekeeper for the LRN within the 

jurisdiction.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate laboratory within the LRN. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as LRN sentinel laboratories. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Function as LRN chemical laboratories. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work in close partnership with public health 

epidemiology and environmental health as well as 

poison control to provide timely data to ensure 

implementation of effective prevention, detection, and 

control measures, including treatment.

Notify 

within 2 

hours of 

assessment
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Evacuation and/or In-Place Protection

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a jurisdiction-wide transport 

system to ensure timely receipt of samples or 

specimens for laboratory testing. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform triage screening on environmental samples 

per U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and 

EPA protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate requirements for all-hazard specimen or 

sample collection, packaging, and shipping to 

submitters (e.g., FBI, CST, first responders, 

hazardous materials teams, LRN sentinel and clinical 

chemistry laboratories). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide consultation to all submitters regarding 

appropriate collection and shipment of specimens or 

samples for testing. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide surge capacity for the CDC to measure 

metabolites (e.g., of nerve agents, in clinical 

specimens). 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Surveillance Support

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Acquire timely isolates of selected enteric and 

invasive biological agents from all LRN sentinel 

laboratories. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze quickly the isolates submitted by LRN 

sentinel laboratories using advanced technologies to 

rapidly identify and subtype isolates. 

Within 1 

day for 

isolate 

pattern; 

within 3 

days for 

PulseNet 

name

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide reference analysis and identification of 

unusual or emerging biological agents present in 

communities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform analyses for BioWatch 24/7/365. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enhance, in coordination with public health 

epidemiology partners, the capacity to apply 

standardized molecular methods (e.g., DNA 

sequencing) in real time to support surveillance and 

outbreak investigations as appropriate. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Detection Testing and Analysis

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Evaluate clinical specimens from patients exposed to 

chemical or radiochemical agents, e.g., tests for blood 

gases, complete blood count (CBC) analysis, and 

enzyme levels (link with Health Resources and 

Services Administration). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test initial 20 to 40 clinical specimens to assess 

human exposure by measuring metabolites of 

chemical agents (e.g., of nerve agents). 

Within 36 

hours from 

receipt of 

specimens

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test environmental samples for toxic industrial 

chemicals and materials. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify all emerging infectious agents or possible 

bioterrorism agents using available LRN protocols. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Confirm Testing

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Confirm results using CDC clinical chemical detection 

methods.

48 hours 

from 

presumptive 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use standardized LRN protocols to detect emerging 

infectious agents or possible bioterrorism agents in 

clinical specimens, food, or environmental samples. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify reactive BioWatch samples. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Verify reactive samples from the Biohazard Detection 

Systems (BDS) located in facilities of the U.S. Postal 

Service (USPS). 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Support Public Health Epidemiological Investigations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work in close partnership with public health 

epidemiology and environmental health as well as 

poison control to provide timely data to ensure 

implementation of effective prevention, detection, and 

control measures, including treatment.

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collaborate with law enforcement and perform testing 

of evidentiary samples (link to law enforcement). 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Test additional clinical specimens by the CDC or 

another qualified select LRN reference laboratory for 

retrospective assessment of chemical exposure 

following an event. 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate testing of environmental samples for 

assessment and remediation. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Isolate emerging infectious or biological threat agents 

tested by the CDC and qualified select LRN reference 

laboratories using Clinical Laboratory Improvement 

Act (CLIA) approved methods to determine the 

agent’s susceptibility to antimicrobial drugs used for 

prevention and control. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use CLIA approved methods for antimicrobial 

susceptibility testing. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine whether an emerging infections disease 

agent or biological threat agent consists of single or 

multiple strains. 

[From plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Report Results

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report surveillance results suggestive of an outbreak 

immediately to public health epidemiology.

Within 1 

hour of 

confirmation

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report results of CDC chemical or biological testing to 

submitting LRN reference and chemical laboratories 

through the secure LRN Web site. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report confirmed laboratory results to all submitters in 

a timely manner using PHIN-compliant Laboratory 

Information Management Systems (LIMS). 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact the nearest LRN reference laboratory when 

unable to identify or rule out emerging infectious 

agents or possible bioterrorism agents. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate public health, public safety, and law 

enforcement officials immediately (24/7) of 

presumptive and confirmed laboratory results of a 

chemical and biological threat agent. 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Laboratory Testing

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Plan for Public Safety and Security Response During Large-Scale, All-Hazards Events

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review, revise, and develop public safety policies, 

protocols, and procedures to be implemented to effect 

a command and control structure consistent with the 

National Incident Management System (NIMS).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and procedures to ensure interoperable 

communications during a public safety and security 

response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Enter into interagency agreements and memoranda of 

understanding with appropriate surrounding agencies 

and jurisdictions, with the legal authority of the 

jurisdiction, to ensure adequate response and access 

to supplemental personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify required resources and enter into contracts, 

as appropriate, to access and provide required 

resources during a crisis response to shelter, feed, 

and maintain a significant cadre of public safety and 

other related first responders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve, as appropriate, standard 

operating procedures for the notification and 

mobilization of public safety resources during a crisis 

response.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve, as appropriate, standard 

operating procedures for information sharing with the 

public, the media, and support agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and improve existing planned evacuation 

routes and staging areas to determine sufficient public 

safety resources required to establish and maintain 

perimeters, safety zones, and public order as well as 

facilitate evacuations and/or sheltering-in-place 

activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review plans for decontamination sites and access to 

decontamination equipment, including personal 

protective equipment (PPE) for responders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure hospital and medical supply resources, as well 

as other key infrastructure, have been identified and 

agreements exist or are drafted regarding 

maintenance of security at these facilities during a 

crisis response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and develop as appropriate—in coordination 

with legal counsel, such as the city/county attorney’s 

and/or State Attorney General Office—policies 

regarding public safety enforcement actions required 

to maintain the public order during a crisis response, 

including teams of enforcement officers for handling 

persons disrupting the public order, violating laws, 

requiring quarantine, and so forth.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and document, in conjunction with 

correctional and jail officials, coordination strategies 

for managing and possibly relocating incarcerated 

persons during a crisis response.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and enter into agreements to secure the 

resources needed for the processing and temporary 

detention of law violators.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review existing protocols, and develop protocols as 

appropriate, for the operation of decontamination sites 

and out-processing areas.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a recovery strategy to access reimbursable 

opportunities, replenish supplies and equipment, 

reassign personnel, and return to normal operations.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Determine Appropriate Training and Exercises Necessary to Address Gaps

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify gaps in personnel training at the awareness 

and first response operational level, including 

familiarity with the expectations of and demands on 

public safety responders as set forth in agency plans, 

protocols, and procedures for a crisis response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify existing training resources and opportunities 

available at the Federal, State, and local levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a training strategy for all personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategy, in coordination with area 

jurisdictions, to participate in and/or conduct exercises 

that incorporate all existing response requirements, 

identify gaps, develop improvement plans, and 

implement preparedness enhancements.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Command and Control Public Safety and Security Response Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel needed to maintain security support 

and response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish staging areas for law enforcement to 

conduct deputization, personnel assignment, and 

briefing before entering the affected area.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate with other response agencies regarding 

public safety response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy appropriate personnel for public safety and 

security.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy appropriate relief personnel for public safety 

and security.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate public safety and security operations with 

Incident Command/Unified Command.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for shelter, housing, and feeding for law 

enforcement responders. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange for proper sheltering, care, and feeding of 

detainees. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize available technologies to maintain 

accountability of personnel, track hot zone locations, 

and track resources. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Public Safety and Security Response

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a public safety and security response. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish or integrate into Incident Command/Unified 

Command. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and receive instructions from tactical 

operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that responders have the appropriate 

equipment to perform assigned tasks. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assess the Incident Scene and Secure the Area

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure the incident site. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the appropriate emergency medical 

personnel to respond onsite for injuries and fatalities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish innermost incident/crime scene 

perimeters. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document observations regarding the affected area. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report findings to Incident Command/Unified 

Command upon deployment of specialized law 

enforcement teams. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and maintain a rapid intervention group to 

respond to unexpected occurrences. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Control Traffic, Crowd, and Scene

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish an incident perimeter and 

zones. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify security zone requirements. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish force protection capacity integrated within 

the Incident Command System (ICS). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide force protection for emergency response 

personnel to allow them to operate safely. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and plan for access to the site for skilled 

support personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and maintain an onscene personnel 

identity management system. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure animals during an animal health emergency. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and secure critical sites, including hospitals, 

shelters, points of distribution (PODs), etc. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and provide protection and security for 

unoccupied/evacuated properties within and around 

the incident site. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Control traffic and crowds. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Maintain Public Order

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess situation for public order related concerns. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans for emergency proclamations, martial 

law, curfew declarations, and other legal issues. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an initial reconnaissance of the area. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with appropriate unit, and develop a plan 

of action. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct tactical deployment. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tactical operations teams to conduct searches of 

high-priority unsecured sites to establish security and 

detain lawbreakers as necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain security operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request assets required to provide security. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide security for public officials and investigation 

teams. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Institute and conduct security operations controlling 

personnel who are allowed to enter damaged and 

condemned buildings and the contents that they are 

allowed to remove. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Law Enforcement Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with investigators to interview 

witnesses/bystanders in order to identify suspects.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use tactical operations teams to conduct searches of 

high-priority unsecured sites to establish security and 

detain lawbreakers as necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make arrests as necessary. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Manage Criminal Justice Population

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish mobile arrest and processing sites for 

arrestees.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide space in mobile arrest and processing 

site/area for fingerprinting and photos, desk space, 

interview area, property storage, secure storage for 

valuables and/or evidence, isolation area for violent

detainees, and secure area for vehicles. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process persons arrested (photos, fingerprinting), and 

document arrests. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up improvised holding cells to manage detainees. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Detain persons arrested (in improvised holding cells). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide detainee supervision 24/7 for the length of the 

incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure holding facilities have provisions for food, 

access to drinking water and toilet facilities, and trash 

removal. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish system for documenting, securing, storing, 

transporting, and releasing detainee property. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish system to track detainee movement, 

including incoming, transfers, and releases. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Distribute notification of the destination holding facility. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide space for prosecutors/public defenders to 

meet with operations staff and/or detainees. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport detainees to secure lockup facility. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that established procedures for transfer of 

detainees during major emergencies are followed. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate alternate facilities to ensure continued 

operations by tribal, local, State, and Federal 

prosecutors/public defenders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Set up improvised court facilities to ensure tribal, local, 

State, and Federal court services continue. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement protocols for contacting appropriate 

parole/probation agencies of any changes in 

residency status. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish protocols for alternate housing facilities for 

local, State, and Federally incarcerated prisoners. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish equipment lists and mobile booking kits, and 

store at strategic locations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory mobile booking kits on a regular basis to 

ensure that equipment and materials have not been 

removed or damaged and remain in working order. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the capacity to run records checks for 

warrants, holds on detainees, and terrorist lists. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Public Safety and Security Response Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Clear the incident scene upon completion of assigned 

temporary duties or as directed by superiors.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Return local forces to regular service. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recall temporary assistance resources to staging 

areas for out-processing. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct decontamination of all out-processing 

personnel and equipment.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Public Safety and Security Response

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify public safety and security assets required for 

decontamination activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hazardous material (HazMat) 

personnel to establish decontamination sites. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with HazMat personnel to decontaminate 

affected public safety facilities and equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief all out-processing personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate reimbursement process for public safety and 

security resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive and process reimbursement requests. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Process compensation claims and related 

administrative activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Rehabilitate and replenish public safety and security 

resources. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute personnel and equipment. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify staff needs dependant on their level of 

involvement and/or hours committed to the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate, debrief, and out-process law 

enforcement personnel before leaving the affected 

area. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Responder Safety and Health

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and adopt agency/jurisdiction safety and 

health program(s).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a detailed analysis of 15 planning scenarios 

to ensure that all workers are protected in performing 

the tasks from all hazards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans and procedures for identifying sources 

of additional equipment and expertise if the safety and 

health program is overwhelmed.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide all required health and safety training,

including preincident training, site/incident-specific 

training, and exercises to develop and maintain 

appropriate knowledge and expertise for responders.

100% of 

responders 

trained

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct health and safety exercises to develop and 

maintain appropriate knowledge and expertise for 

responders.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Responder Safety and Health Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor routine and emergency communications 

within the Incident Command structure at all times.

[From 

plan]

[Name,

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain routine and emergency communications 

within the Incident Command structure at all times 

during the incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain coordination and communication on safety 

and health issues between agencies and 

departments.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contribute to development of the incident action plan 

(IAP) to establish priorities, procedures, and actions to 

be accomplished to meet the incident objectives.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and review components (e.g., safety 

analysis, site safety and control plan, medical plan, 

safety message) of the IAP.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Contact and work with subject matter experts (SMEs) 

from public/private agencies and academia who may 

be able to assist with safety issues at the incident.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess availability of resources/assets provided by 

public, private, and volunteer organizations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request additional safety and health resources 

through mutual aid. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support decontamination activities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Utilize ordering systems to obtain additional needed 

resources. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activate Responder Safety and Health

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate a Safety Officer within the Incident 

Command System (ICS). 

Within 1 

hour from 

arrival of 

responders

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assume responsibility for supervision and 

management of the Assistant Safety Officer(s) based 

on severity and complexity of the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy specialized response teams to provide 

technical assistance to Safety Officer. 

Within 3 

hours of 

arrival of 

responders

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure ongoing safety and health assessments of 

response operations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Identify Safety/Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Needs, and Distribute PPE

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Observe the scene, and review/evaluate hazard and 

response information as it pertains to the safety of all 

persons at the location. 

100% of 

hazards 

characterized

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify responder safety and health resources 

required. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide command structure with observation-based 

recommendations for the safety of onsite personnel. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform an incident safety analysis. Within 1 hour 

from arrival 

of 

responders

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and prioritize the operations, hazards, and 

exposures of greatest risk to site personnel, and 

coordinate with the Incident Commander to develop 

specific actions to address them and protect site 

personnel. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist the Incident Commander in developing an 

incident safety and control plan to respond within the 

capabilities of available response personnel, taking 

into account available resources such as PPE, 

monitoring equipment, and control equipment. 

[From plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Site/Incident-Specific Safety and Health Training

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the availability of incident/site-specific training. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement site-specific incident health and safety 

plan, including after-action care as needed for 

onscene personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the provision of appropriate safety and health 

equipment. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Ongoing Monitoring of Responder Safety and Health

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the availability of incident/site-specific training. 100% of 

responders 

trained

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement site-specific incident health and safety 

plan, including after-action care as needed for 

onscene personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure the provision of appropriate safety and health 

equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist the Incident Commander and ICS staff in 

implementing exposure monitoring and enforcing 

safety considerations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and implement all corrective actions 

necessary to ensure the safety and health of all site 

personnel. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Incident Command/Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) to ensure that a medical unit 

is established onsite. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make recommendation to alter, suspend, or terminate 

any activity judged to be an imminent danger or 

immediately dangerous to life and health. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor hazardous site operations, and ensure that 

personnel perform their tasks in a safe manner and 

follow the safety-related requirements identified in the 

IAP. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure recording and reporting of all injuries and 

illnesses. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Responder Safety and Health

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postincident analysis of responder health and 

safety.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor psychological and medical status of exposed 

persons. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with long-term healthcare to provide 

comprehensive stress management strategies, 

programs, worker crisis counseling, substance abuse 

services, and mental and behavioral health support. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide critical incident stress management (CISM) 

strategies, programs, and teams. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief hazardous materials (HazMat) branch/group 

and all other exposed personnel on site-specific 

occupational safety and health issues involving 

weapons of mass destruction (WMD)/HazMat 

releases. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in the incident critique process, and identify 

critical safety and health-related observations of 

incident activities. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Responder Safety and Health

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Restoration of Lifelines

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure lifeline restoration personnel can access and 

remain in the affected areas to complete restoration 

activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with State and local emergency 

management officials to determine what credentials 

lifeline restoration personnel will need to produce to 

enter potentially restricted areas and fulfill their 

responsibilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mechanism to provide incident-specific 

lifeline restoration contract personnel with the 

necessary credentials to ensure unnecessary access 

issues will not impede them from completing their 

responsibilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify a sector/company-specific point of contact 

(POC) for police or emergency management officials 

to contact to verify the credentials of lifeline restoration 

personnel.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a plan to ensure that the sector/companyspecific POC for credentialing issues has up-to-date 

data on all personnel (contract and regularly 

employed) involved in lifeline restoration activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Discuss measures that can be taken to ensure the 

safety of lifeline restoration personnel and equipment 

working in affected areas with State and local 

emergency management officials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the procedure for requesting safety measures 

(such as police escorts) for lifeline restoration 

personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms to communicate and coordinate 

restoration of lifelines information and activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify a lifeline Emergency Operations Center 

(EOC)/Joint Field Office (JFO) liaison or liaison 

mechanism to ensure that lifeline restoration 

information and current situational updates can be 

shared by all parties.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with local/State/Federal emergency 

management officials to ensure that lifeline companies 

have an official contact person in each EOC/JFO to 

ensure situational awareness and coordination.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mechanism to share restoration information 

among all the different lifeline companies/sectors, i.e., 

create local/State/regional utility 

workgroups/associations to coordinate emergency 

restoration operations across sectors and share best 

practices.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify interdependencies among all the lifelines. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create reporting guidelines to ensure that all 

company/sector department heads report important 

event-specific information to the company/sector 

EOC/JFO liaison.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate reporting guidelines—along with contact 

information for the company/sector EOC/JFO liaison—

to all appropriate (lifeline and government) personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with State and local emergency 

management officials to determine which radio 

frequencies lifeline restoration personnel can use to 

support restoration activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans/mechanisms to assist in allocation of 

constrained resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider prestaging equipment, and identify barriers 

or gaps in developing this capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop contingent contracts. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mutual aid networks within each lifeline. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mutual aid networks between lifelines and 

government.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to deal with the distribution of fuel after 

an event including lifeline restoration activities. 

Consider the prioritization of primary infrastructure so 

there is less of a reliance on backup or secondary 

measures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a plan to deal with the distribution of other 

critical components that facilitate the restoration of 

primary infrastructure and processes.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider the essential needs of the lifeline restoration 

personnel when developing housing strategies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Consider impacts on areas outside the area physically 

impacted.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Pursue opportunities to solidify postevent regulatory 

relief.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Investigate antitrust regulations that prohibit some 

sectors from communicating during a disaster.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Agree on appropriate waivers to facilitate restoration 

activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Solidify appropriate waivers to facilitate restoration 

activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop cross-jurisdictional agreements to 

standardize regulatory requirements and postdisaster 

waivers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop inter-State postdisaster reciprocity for 

certifications, qualifications, licenses, etc.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with other lifelines companies/sectors to 

create cross-sector exercises to test restoration plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure participation of lifeline sectors in established 

exercise programs.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share corrective actions and lessons learned with 

lifeline restoration personnel and government entities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate corrective actions and lessons learned 

into restoration plans.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training to government entities regarding the 

restoration of lifelines process.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make best practices easily available. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create exercise elements that require the weighting of 

the benefits of lifeline restoration activities verses the 

prioritization of constrained resources.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop common definitions for essential services, 

credentialing, and access.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate lifelines customers on what to expect after an 

event.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Create a mentoring program that will allow disasterexperienced lifeline restoration personnel (e.g., from 

States like California and Louisiana) to support lesser 

experienced personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide training regarding the implications to the 

private sector of “hijacking” contracted resources.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Mechanisms to Facilitate the Restoration of Lifelines

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a common operating picture (COP) 

concerning lifeline restoration and government

Operations.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify entities affected by the loss of lifeline 

infrastructure.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify resources required to manage and restore 

lifeline operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate the dissemination of status and priority 

information on lifeline restoration activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate between lifeline restoration EOC/JFO 

liaison and government EOC/JFO.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate information about the required 

credentials for lifeline restoration personnel to police 

and other on-the-ground government personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Discuss incident-specific safety measures for lifeline 

restoration personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate coordinated radio frequency information 

to all emergency responders and lifeline restoration 

personnel in order to prevent communication 

disruptions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate fuel and critical resource distribution plan 

for lifeline restoration activities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate housing strategy for lifeline restoration 

personnel.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Disseminate established information on regulatory 

relief for lifeline restoration activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide and coordinate alternate means for providing 

critical lifeline services.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Activate Restoration of Lifelines

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify appropriate lifeline restoration personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy EOC/JFO liaison for lifeline restoration 

activities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize appropriate lifeline restoration personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Mobilize equipment and resources needed for lifeline 

restoration activities and appropriate for the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Begin using information-sharing mechanisms to 

support lifeline restoration activities. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Implement Restoration of Lifelines

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use mutual aid resources to increase the pace of 

lifeline restoration operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct lifeline restoration operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Restoration of Lifelines

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Demobilize Restoration of Lifelines Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a demobilization plan for lifeline 

restoration. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore personnel and equipment used for lifeline 

restoration to normal operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document restoration activities, as needed. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Risk Management

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop Risk Framework

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure senior leadership communicates in writing the 

risk framework and intent to use risk analysis to all 

stakeholders.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop actionable risk management strategy with 

short-, medium-, and long-term objectives.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop risk analysis and risk management plans and 

procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and guidelines to guide risk 

assessment activities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement risk analysis training 

programs for State, local, and private entities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training in modeling and the use of analytical 

tools.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct risk management training for security, 

response, and recovery managers.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement programs to assess changes 

in risk and effectiveness of risk management.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop system for collecting and sharing lessons 

learned regarding risk management.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assess Risks

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct criticality analysis (also known as screening) 

to identify potential targets.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct vulnerability assessments to assess 

vulnerability of potential targets to identified threats.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct consequence analysis of critical assets. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct threat assessment of potential targets. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct or obtain intelligence community 

threat/hazard analysis through State or local 

Interagency Working Groups (Joint Terrorism Task 

Force) to identify threats to potential targets.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Obtain intelligence reporting and the receipt of threat 

data through the U.S. Department of Homeland 

Security (DHS) Homeland Infrastructure Threat and 

Risk Analysis Center (HITRAC).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Calculate risk to potential targets based on threat, 

vulnerability, and consequence.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish relative order of priorities for risk mitigation 

among risk portfolio.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct response and recovery capabilities analysis 

to determine capability to respond to and recover from 

the occurrence of identified risks.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Prioritize Risks

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify potential protection, prevention, and mitigation 

strategies for high-risk targets.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Prioritize identified strategies by risk reduction 

expected outcomes appreciating the various threats, 

vulnerabilities, and consequences that affect that 

community, system, or asset.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop Business Case

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop or select methodology for cost-benefit/costeffectiveness analysis of risk-reduction solutions. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Select risk-reduction solutions for implementation 

based on risk-reduction strategies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate resources to support risk-reduction solutions. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Manage Risk

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage the progress of solution implementation. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Undertake corrective actions. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Risk Communication

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Share the assessment of sector-specific infrastructure 

risk with interdependent entities within appropriate 

sectors. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Risk Management

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Structural Damage Assessment

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and procedures to identify qualified 

contractors offering recovery/restoration services.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop damage assessment procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mitigation plans and procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify mitigation measures and emergency 

restoration procedures.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop qualification and certification standards for 

paid and volunteer staff.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain situation and damage assessment plans. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training on damage assessment procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training on mitigation plans and procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise damage assessment procedures. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise mitigation plans and procedures. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Structural Damage Assessment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct emergency dispatch and notification for 

structural damage and mitigation assessment 

personnel.

Personnel 

mobilized 

within 24 

hours from 

notification

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch secondary response agencies. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Direct Structural Damage Assessment Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resources to conduct building inspections 

and damage assessment. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support incident response operations according to 

Incident Management Team (IMT) assignments on the 

inputs to the incident action plan (IAP). 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Recommend prioritization schedule of critical 

infrastructure services, facilities, and assets 

restoration based on structural damage and mitigation 

assessments. 

Within 24 

hours from 

assessment 

completion

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop standards and procedures to identify qualified 

contractors offering recovery/restoration services. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report and document the incident by completing and 

submitting required forms, reports, documentation, 

and followup notation. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Integrate appropriate private-sector entities into 

incident response activities. 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Inspections and Assessments

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in identification of incident response 

coordination centers for rebuilding property. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct debris assessment. Within 24 

hours from 

the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the requirement for decontamination or safe 

demolition, removal, and disposition of contaminated 

debris. 

Within 24 

hours from 

the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct building inspections and damage 

assessments of public and private structures. 

Within 48 

hours from 

the 

incident
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the need for emergency flood protection 

and/or emergency erosion control. 

Within 48 

hours from 

the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the need for additional engineering and 

assessment resources from other Federal agencies, 

and issue mission assignments to activate such 

resources. 

Within 48 

hours from 

the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist with the assessment to determine the 

requirement to relocate affected essential services to 

backup locations. 

Within 48 

hours from 

the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess buildings and private structures to determine 

occupancy eligibility. 

Within 4 

weeks 

from the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide geocoded status report of the community, 

homes, and facilities identified as safe or unsafe to 

reenter and reoccupy. 

Within 4 

weeks 

from the 

incident

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine need for recovery programs. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Mitigation and Technical Assistance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate, fund, and implement contracts for 

construction management and inspection. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate, fund, and implement contracts for 

emergency repair of utilities and other services. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage, monitor, and/or provide technical advice on 

debris management and reestablishment of ground 

and water routes into the affected area. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist with implementation and management of the 

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 

Public Assistance Program to support repair and 

restoration of public property. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in postincident assessments of structures, 

public works, and infrastructure to develop cost 

estimates, complete written project worksheets, 

determine priority repair/reconstruction projects, and 

help prioritize engineering and construction resources. 

Within 14 

days from 

the project 

worksheet 

entry

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Structural Damage Assessment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a demobilization plan for structural damage 

and mitigation assessment.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Restore personnel and equipment to normal 

operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Structural Damage Assessment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete appropriate documentation. 100%

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess, categorize, and track health and medical 

resources at the State, regional, and local levels, 

including trauma centers, burn centers, pediatric 

facilities, acute care facilities, and other specialty 

facilities.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure appropriate protective resources are available, 

including vaccinations, prophylaxis, and personal 

protective equipment (PPE) for pre-hospital providers 

and their families.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient emergency medical services (EMS) 

personnel and resources are available to respond to 

day-to-day emergencies in the community.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure sufficient EMS personnel, supplies, and 

equipment are available to respond to and manage a 

catastrophic incident until Federal resources become 

available.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop procedures for effective, reliable 

interoperable communications between EMS, incident 

command, public health, and healthcare facilities.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain intrastate and interstate EMS 

communication systems.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop protocols and procedures for tracking triage 

and pre-hospital treatment response staff and 

equipment during day-to-day operations and 

catastrophic incidents.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure that EMS systems include an education, 

licensure, and credentialing system consistent with 

national standards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and coordinate with public safety access 

points that have enhanced capabilities (e.g., automatic 

location identification) and redundancy and are 

capable of handling a surge in call volume.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a means to allow EMS resources to be used 

across jurisdictions, both intrastate and interstate, 

using the National Incident Management System 

(NIMS) (e.g., mutual aid agreements).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and/or maintain protocols and procedures for 

EMS dispatch, assessment, triage, treatment, 

transport, logistical support, medical command and 

coordination, safety, communications, and tracking of 

patients during day-to-day operations and catastrophic 

incidents.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop mechanisms to ensure freedom of movement 

of medical response, transport, and personnel when 

faced with restricted travel laws, isolation/quarantine, 

or security measures.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans and mechanisms for obtaining 

reimbursement for both public and private 

expenditures for triage and pre-hospital treatment 

following a declared catastrophic incident.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct training of dispatch personnel in protocol and 

procedures for dispatch during catastrophic events.

80% of 

personnel 

trained

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement multidisciplinary training 

programs for EMS personnel, based on local risk 

vulnerability assessments and lessons learned.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement multidisciplinary exercise 

programs for EMS personnel, based on local risk 

vulnerability assessments and lessons learned.

Conduct 

exercises 

every 12 

months

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish Medical Branch Group officer. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate triage and pre-hospital treatment 

operations with onsite Incident Command.

Within 30 

minutes 

from 

response 

operations 

initiation
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and integrate triage and pre-hospital 

treatment operations with the National Disaster 

Medical System.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and coordinate effective, reliable 

interoperable communications between EMS, incident 

command, public health, and healthcare facilities.

Within 30 

minutes 

from 

response 

operations 

initiation

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess need for additional medical resources/mutual 

aid.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate recall and/or mutual aid to staff spare 

ambulances and provide immediate surge capability.

Within 30 

minutes 

from 

increased 

call 

volume

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement and maintain accountability procedures for 

EMS personnel, equipment, and supplies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical support, safety considerations, and 

appropriate PPE for EMS responders. 

Within 2 

hours from 

initial unit 

arrival

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Organize and distribute resources for triage and prehospital treatment operations. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispatch and support medical care personnel. Within 10 

minutes of 

911 

receipt of 

initial call

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete scene survey. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish scene safety, based on the type and severity 

of the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish triage, treatment, and transport areas. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Triage

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial and ongoing pre-hospital triage in 

accordance with a jurisdiction’s prescribed triage 

methodology (e.g., Simple Triage and Rapid 

Treatment [START]). 

Within 30 

minutes of 

receipt of 

call

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate a patient-tracking system. Within 30 

minutes 

from 

initiation of 

onscene 

triage

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure decontamination of patients before treatment 

and transport. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Move patients to safe, secure, and easily accessible 

treatment area(s). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Treatment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish immediate, minor, and delayed treatment 

areas. 

Within 30 

minutes 

from initial 

units 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide pre-hospital treatment appropriate to the 

nature of the incident and number of injured/ill 

persons. 

Within 30 

minutes 

from initial 

units 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Administer antidotes for victims of weapons of mass

destruction (WMD) attacks. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide ongoing pain management therapy as needed 

to victims awaiting transport. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure documentation of patient care and transfer, in 

accordance with mass casualty protocols. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Transport

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify transport vehicles, victims, and priority of 

transport.

100% of 

vehicles 

appropriate 

for patient 

needs
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide for alternative modes of transport should air or 

other operations be necessary (e.g., helicopters along 

with a corresponding landing zone). 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and transport patients to the appropriate 

treatment facility. 

Within 2 

hours from 

initial units 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide ongoing assessment and treatment en route. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer care of the patient to the medical staff at the 

facility. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop local protocols that address return to service 

of transport vehicles (e.g. decontamination, stocking, 

personnel). 

[From plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reconstitute EMS personnel and equipment. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in incident debriefing for triage and prehospital treatment operations. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify responder needs dependent on their level of 

involvement and/or hours committed to the incident. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement comprehensive stress management 

strategies and programs for all emergency responders 

and other workers. 

[From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reestablish normal EMS operations. Within 12 

hours from 

start of 

demobilization

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure postevent medical monitoring and care of prehospital/triage responders. [From plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct postevent analysis, including development 

and dissemination of lessons learned; revise plan as 

indicated. 

[From plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Emergency Triage and Pre-Hospital Treatment

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Incorporate search and rescue (SAR) plans and 

procedures for urban, civil, and other SAR into 

jurisdiction’s emergency operations plans (EOPs) or 

EOP annexes.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify typed SAR resources. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop resource allocation processes and 

procedures for SAR capable resources that also 

support other capabilities/functions.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify resources from other agencies or capabilities 

that may assist with SAR, and plan to integrate such 

additional resources as necessary.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to incorporate nationally certified SAR 

volunteers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop management plan to address uncertified 

volunteers.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan for SAR teams that will be deployed out 

of region to be self-sustaining for 72 hours.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish plans, procedures, and protocols for 

logistical support for SAR assets.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish training and exercise program for SAR 

personnel as per the EOP.

Exercise 

every 12 

months
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Train and equip SAR personnel to the appropriate 

standards commensurate with their mission.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct Search and Rescue (SAR) Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive and accept SAR request/activation order. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Plan and coordinate SAR operations at incident site. Within 2 

hours from 

arrival 

onscene
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct SAR resources according to the National 

Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident 

Command System (ICS), and consensus-level 

technical rescue standards.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine need for deployment of additional SAR 

assets.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide timely situational awareness and response 

information.

Every 30 

minutes

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and maintain a chronological log of events in 

the field. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Document and collect SAR operations information, 

including chronological log of events in the field for 

use in after action review. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Reassign/rotate technical specialists, as needed. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of all SAR personnel. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify logistics capability of incident site to determine 

whether deployed SAR teams must be self-sustaining. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop SAR team reassignment/demobilization plan. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate Search and Rescue (SAR)

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive SAR alert/activation order. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble personnel and equipment at designated 

location. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Deploy Federal, State, regional, or local SAR 

resources commensurate with request. 

Local 

within 2 

hours, 

regional 

within 12 

hours, and 

Federal 

within 6 

hours of 

requests

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport team (personnel and equipment) to incident 

scene. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect and analyze incident information to assist SAR 

capability deployment decisions. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Provide Materiel and Other Support

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish base of operations. Within 60 

minutes

from 

arrival at 

incident 

site

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of team equipment/supplies. 100%

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide medical care for SAR personnel, including K-9 

first responders. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Conduct Search and Rescue (SAR) Reconnaissance

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess incident site to determine SAR course of 

action. 

Within 1 

hour

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the incident site for hazardous materials 

(HazMat) or other environmental conditions. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop map of search area to be used in SAR 

tactical operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Communicate findings and recommend priorities to 

team management. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Dispose of contaminated food. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Search

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure scene/site safety (security, shoring, debris). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct area search for victims. Within 30 

minutes 

from 

operations 

briefing

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Search for victims using canine, physical, and 

electronic search capabilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and record potential/actual victim locations 

(live and dead). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct ambulatory victims to safe assembly point. 100% of 

victims

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Report progress of search efforts on a regular basis to 

SAR lead. 

Every 30 

minutes
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability for search personnel, 

equipment, and supplies. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Extricate 

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure scene/site safety (security, shoring, debris). [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate extrication strategy with medical

personnel. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Extricate trapped victims. 100% of 

located 

victims

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide periodic progress reports while rescuing. Every 30 

minutes

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of extrication personnel, 

equipment, and supplies. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Provide Medical Treatment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in SAR planning process and operational 

briefings.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate medical treatment with extrication and 

medical personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer victims to more definitive medical care. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Medically stabilize trapped victims according to Task 

Force Operations Manual and Medical Protocols. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure victims are medically stabilized according to 

Task Force Operations Manual and Medical Protocols 

throughout packaging and extrication. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Maintain accountability of medical personnel, 

equipment, and supplies. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize/Redeploy

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Repackage equipment cache. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize base of operations. Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange transportation for personnel and equipment. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Debrief SAR capability personnel. 100% of 

personnel 

debriefed

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Search and Rescue (Land-Based)

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Activity Analysis

Additional Observations: 
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Volunteer Management and Donations

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop National Incident Management System 

(NIMS)-compatible plans, policies, and protocols for 

coordinating management of volunteers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and protocols for coordinating 

management of donated goods.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, policies, and protocols for coordinating 

referral of undesignated cash donations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plan to open and staff a donations call center 

to accept, match, and process offers of goods and 

services.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop system/criteria for evaluating and/or vetting 

voluntary organizations and/or relief funds.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a list of verified and/or vetted voluntary 

organizations and/or relief funds.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans for effective information management 

communicating with Public Information Officers (PIOs) 

at all levels.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans to coordinate with tribal, local, State, 

and/or Federal governments; nongovernmental 

organizations; and private entities to effectively use 

volunteers, donated good, and cash donations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop outreach plan designed to educate the 

preparedness and response community about the 

functions of the volunteers and donations 

management capability.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Exercise plans for volunteer management and 

donations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement awareness-training programs 

regarding the use of volunteers and donations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise and training for the 

distribution of public information.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop just-in-time training program for volunteers to 

perform required tasks.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and conduct training to improve all-hazard 

incident management capability.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct an after action review to determine strengths 

and shortfalls, and develop a corrective plan 

accordingly.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Participate in training exercises with government 

agencies and other nongovernmental organizations, 

as appropriate.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Complete relevant Incident Command System (ICS) 

and/or NIMS training for appropriate personnel and 

volunteers.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct internal and external training regarding the 

activities and responsibilities of volunteers and 

donations capability.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Coordinate Volunteer Management Operations and the Establishment of Warehouses and 

Materials Handling Equipment

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and activate State and local plans for 

donations and volunteers.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate voluntary support/activities with 

community/tribal leadership, and liaise with local 

agencies.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Locate and establish warehouses and materials 

handling equipment.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a strategic facilities management plan 

(multiagency warehouse, emergency distribution 

centers).

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a liaison with media outlets and other 

stakeholders (e.g., Congress, Federal agencies) to 

provide information about volunteers and donations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work closely with PIOs to disseminate critical 

information about appropriate ways to volunteer and 

donate.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a strategic facilities management plan 

(multiagency warehouse, emergency distribution 

centers). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and collaborate with State and national 

Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) 

and its members. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collaborate with other agencies, organizations, and/or 

businesses regarding volunteers and donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Designate and advertise points of contact for receiving 

equipment and technical (e.g., communications, 

logistics, housing, medical) solutions from the private 

sector, outside jurisdictions, nongovernmental 

organizations, and volunteers. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a volunteer and donations coordination 

center (VDCC). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies offering and/or accepting 

donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather information about collections, distributions, and 

other events concerning donations from the field. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage large numbers of government and 

nongovernmental volunteers in disaster. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Activate Volunteer Management and Donations Emergency Plan

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate preassigned toll-free numbers. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work closely with a PIO to disseminate critical 

information about appropriate ways to volunteer and 

donate. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief senior leadership and elected officials 

(government, Federal Coordinating Officer [FCO], 

Congress staff). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work with all affected tribal/local/State/Federal 

governments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate donations/volunteer coordination teams. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a VDCC. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and collaborate with VOAD; its members; 

and other vetted agencies, organizations, and 

businesses. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Review and activate State and local plans for 

volunteers and donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Activate Web site for receiving monetary donations 

and offers of other donations/volunteers. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Organize Volunteers and Assign Them to Disaster Relief Efforts

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate call centers and Web sites to gather 

information and register, if possible, unaffiliated 

spontaneous volunteers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Match individual volunteers with requests from 

agencies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct predeployment/preassignment briefing for 

volunteers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide just-in-time training program for volunteers to 

perform required tasks. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with voluntary agencies. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate solicitation of skilled volunteers and 

technical capabilities. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement system to check credentialing/accreditation 

of skilled volunteers if necessary. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Support response operations using volunteer 

resources and volunteered technical capabilities. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

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Collect and Manage Material Donations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Operate call centers and Web sites to collect 

information on material donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Locate and establish warehouses and material 

handling equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Gather material donations intelligence from the field. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Collect and Manage Cash Donations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Educate the public through press releases on the 

benefits of cash donations to voluntary agencies.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Direct cash donations to voluntary agencies 

supporting the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with agencies collecting cash donations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect cash donations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Keep appropriate documentation from all 

undesignated cash/monetary donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with verified and/or vetted agencies for the 

transfer of undesignated cash donations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Coordinate Distribution of Donations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Manage surge in unsolicited donations and in-kind 

materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with tribal, local, State, and/or Federal 

governments; nongovernmental organizations; and 

private entities to effectively use unsolicited goods and 

undesignated cash donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement proper accounting policies and protocols to 

handle cash donations. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Transition to Long-Term Recovery

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Allocate undesignated cash donations and in-kind 

material donations to long-term recovery efforts.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess the long-term needs and requirements for 

volunteers and donations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate appropriate messages with PIOs and 

media outlets. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Brief major donors on transition and redirection of 

donations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Deactivate Volunteer Management and Donations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct appropriate salvage of remaining donated 

goods once response/recovery phase ends.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize deployed volunteers. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize volunteered technical capabilities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Close VDCC and other facilities (e.g., phone bank, 

warehouses). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Volunteer Management and Donations

Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 15

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct a debriefing of volunteer management and 

donations personnel. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 1

Evaluator Name/Location:

Phone #: 

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination

Relevant Exercise Objectives

□

□

□

□

□

□

Develop and Maintain Plans, Procedures, Programs, and Systems

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, programs, agreements, and 

requirements for responding to HazMat incidents.

Review 

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop plans, programs, criteria, and protocols for 

conducting decontamination.

Review

every 12 

months

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Preidentify resources (personnel and equipment) to 

provide rapid initial sizeup of HazMat incident.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assist in developing a communications plan for 

HazMat in emergencies, related to specific hazards, 

health guidance, educational materials, etc.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Ensure plans are in place for self-presenting 

contaminated victims offsite (e.g., hospitals).

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed After Action Report [AAR] input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 2

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Develop and Maintain Training and Exercise Programs

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement training related to detection 

and reporting of HazMat.

Train 

100% of 

responders

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide appropriate HazMat response training to field 

staff and managers of State/local programs having 

involvement in HazMat response.

Train 

100% of 

identified 

personnel

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement exercise programs for 

WMD/HazMat response and decontamination.

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 3

Activity Analysis

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Direct WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination Tactical Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Receive alert/activation order for WMD and HazMat 

response and decontamination.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and implement onscene management for 

HazMat response.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a HazMat technical expertise team for 

emergency operations for both industry and public.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a HazMat response (e.g., implement plans, 

programs, agreements, and requirements).

Develop a 

tactical 

plan within 

1 hour

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate technical and administrative support, 

personnel, facilities, communications, and information.

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 4

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide required personal protective equipment (PPE) 

to WMD/ HazMat responders in coordination with the 

Safety Officer.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop a site safety plan. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Observe the scene, and review/evaluate hazard and 

response information as it pertains to the safety of all 

persons on the scene and responding. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to ensure the safety of 

onscene WMD/ HazMat responders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate and support decontamination activities 

onsite. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with and provide technical guidance to 

entities performing offsite decontamination. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with hospitals to develop plans for 

managing/decontaminating self-presenting 

contaminated victims. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate resource management of HazMat 

equipment, supplies, and personnel. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Request decontamination technical assistance 

resources. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 5

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to brief HazMat 

branch/group personnel on site-specific occupational 

safety and health issues involving WMD/ HazMat 

releases. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Issue instructions for self-decontamination, where 

appropriate, expedient, and possible. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Activate WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate WMD/ HazMat procedures. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 6

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assemble personnel and equipment at designated 

location. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transport team (personnel and equipment) to scene. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct initial approach and positioning of 

responders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement/integrate WMD/ HazMat resources into the 

Incident Command System (ICS) organization. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate initial public protective actions. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 7

Identify the Hazard

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Notify law enforcement for guidance on collection and 

management of evidence from potential crime scenes. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Initiate HazMat response. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Survey the incident scene. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify HazMat and the extent/scope of the incident. Within 30 

minutes 

from 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Analyze weather forecast to conduct hazard zone 

prediction. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct contamination surveys. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Assess HazMat release situations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct oil and HazMat assessment. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor movement of hazardous releases, and 

formulate predictions on dispersion and characteristics 

over time. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Characterize consequences and risk. [From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 8

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify and establish perimeter and HazMat zones 

(hot, warm, cold). 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing assessments and predictions. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Assess Hazard and Evaluate Risk

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Collect, prioritize, and manage data and information 

from all sources. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 9

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop incident monitoring and sampling strategy 

based on a realistic assessment of operational 

hazards. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct sampling operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify, classify, and verify suspected nonbiological 

WMD/HazMat samples through the use of at least two 

(preferably three) different instrument technologies. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Use plume dispersion models and other analytical 

tools to generate ongoing WMD/HazMat dispersion 

assessments. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement risk evaluation process that adequately 

addresses the risk of various actions to both 

responders and the public. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Develop and implement an Incident Action Plan (IAP) 

specific to WMD/HazMat issues based on the risk 

evaluation process. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish and identify visually an isolation perimeter 

(outer perimeter) to isolate the area and deny entry. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish a hot zone (inner perimeter) to identify high 

hazard area(s) where responders will operate. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 10

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish other hazard control zones, based on the 

scope and nature of the event.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Make offensive or defensive reconnaissance 

operations, as necessary, to gather intelligence on the 

situation. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Conduct ongoing assessments and predictions. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 11

Conduct Rescue Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Determine the nature and priority of rescue operations 

and the numbers involved.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel and equipment requirements to 

initiate rescue operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement safe and effective tactics to accomplish 

rescue operation objectives. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Extricate and rescue victims within the hot zone. Within 2 

hours from 

arrival 

onscene

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate rescue efforts with law enforcement to 

ensure safety of rescuers. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement secondary public protective actions. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify personnel and equipment requirements to 

initiate product/agent control operations. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement safe and effective tactics to accomplish 

product/agent control objectives. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement safe and effective tactics to support 

product/agent control objectives. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 12

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Mitigation Activities

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify appropriate PPE based on suspected HazMat. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to monitor responders 

for exposure to HazMat. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with Safety Officer to monitor and control 

the operating time of rescuers assigned to the hot 

zone to minimize rescuer exposure. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Secure the contamination source and affected areas. Within 12 

hours from 

arrival 

onscene
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 13

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor and track compliance with containment 

requirements. 

[From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:

Conduct Decontamination and Cleanup/Recovery Operations

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify assets required for decontamination activities. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Identify the type of contaminants, nature of response 

operations, and the required type/level of 

decontamination operations. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 14

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement plans, procedures, and protocols to ensure 

onsite individual gross decontamination of persons 

and household pets affected by the incident. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Provide a means to allow medical treatment facilities 

and shelter managers to readily identify people who 

have received gross decontamination. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Establish decontamination sites for victims. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Screen affected persons. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement emergency decontamination operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement technical decontamination operations in 

support of WMD/HazMat entry and response activities. 

Within 2 

hours from 

the end of 

the work 

period

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement decontamination operations to address 

incident-specific scenarios and requirements. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate pets, if resources are available. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate livestock decontamination. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor clean areas within the contamination control 

line. 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 15

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Monitor the exit point for HazMat contaminant

movement outside the isolation zone. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Coordinate with environmental authorities to ensure 

appropriate decontamination area cleanup and 

disposal of waste materials.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Decontaminate affected facilities and equipment used 

for technical decontamination. 

Within 24 

hours from 

end of 

work 

period

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Perform cleanup operations. [From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement HazMat disposal plan. [From 

plan]

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 16

Activity Analysis

Additional Observations:

Demobilize WMD and HazMat Response and Decontamination

Plan Ref Task Metric Yes No Time

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Transfer command for emergency response phase to 

the authority having jurisdiction for postemergency 

cleanup and recovery operations.

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Work through Incident Command/Unified Command to 

ensure that incident-specific evidence collection and 

investigation protocols are clearly understood and 

communicated to all responders. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Inventory WMD/HazMat equipment cache, and restore 

to service. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Demobilize WMD/HazMat base of operations. Within 12 

hours

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Arrange transportation for demobilized WMD/HazMat 

personnel and equipment. 

[From 

plan]

[Name, 

Pg/Sec#]

Implement a formal postincident analysis process 

(based on local procedures). 

[From 

plan]
**Customize this template based on objectives to meet exercise needs**

[EXERCISE NAME]

[EXERCISE DATE]

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Response and 

Decontamination Operations-Based Exercise Evaluation Guide (EEG) Analysis Form

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (March 2010) 17

Activity Analysis

Observations (Each bullet will need a completed AAR input form.)

Strengths

•

•

•

Areas for Improvement

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

•

− Root Cause

Additional Observations:
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003

[Exercise Name]

After Action Conference
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 2

 Standardizes exercise design, development, conduct, and evaluation 

for all exercises (National-level, Federal, State, local) 

 Establishes common language and concepts to be adopted and used 

by various agencies and organizations 

 Meets National Response Plan (NRP) and National Incident 

Management System (NIMS) goals

 Synchronizes all exercises in the Nation

 Provides tools and resources for States and local jurisdictions to 

establish self-sustaining exercise programs

Homeland Security Exercise and 

Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 3

Agenda

I. Introductions & Opening Remarks 

II. Exercise Summary

III. Items Identified

IV. AAR Review

V. Improvement Plan Development

VI. Next Steps
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 4

 Your name

 Your organization

 Your role during the exercise

 One key success during the exercise

 One key challenge during the exercise

Introductions
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 5

[Insert a brief description of the exercise including the scope, 

objectives (including Target Capabilities, activities, and scenario 

used to achieve objectives)]

Exercise Summary
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 6

[Insert Exercise Objectives]

1. Objective 1

2. Objective 2

3. Objective 3

Exercise Objectives
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[Insert brief summary of the exercise scenario]

Scenario Synopsis
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[Insert the key strengths from the exercise]

Key Strengths and Accomplishments
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[Insert the key areas for improvement from the exercise]

Key Areas for Improvement
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Report Section

 Section 3: Analysis of 

Capabilities

 Section 4: Conclusion

 Appendix A: Improvement 

Plan

 Appendix B: Lessons 

Learned (Optional)

 Appendix C: Participant 

Feedback (Optional)

[Review the exercise AAR with participants and solicit feedback on its 

contents]

Report Section

 Appendix D: Exercise 

Events Summary Table 

(Optional)

 Appendix E: Performance 

Ratings (Optional)

 Appendix F: Acronyms

AAR Review and Approval
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 Decision by consensus

 Unresolved issues (e.g. consensus not attained)

– Consider compromises

– Refer to Exercise Directors

– Exercise Directors consult with applicable agency head

Report Approval Process
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 Divide into groups

 Select a group leader and recorder

 Discuss each lesson learned

 Turn recommendations into actions

 Provide actions to facilitator

 Reconvene to brief actions to entire group

Improvement Plan Development
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 Determine action needed to fix the problem

 Choices

– No further action; already fixed

– No further action; not worth fixing

– Accept recommendation as is

– Choose new action—if so, write it

Writing Corrective Actions
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 Generally plans, policies, and procedures; training; equipment and 

facilities; outreach and inter-agency coordination; exercises

 All follow-up actions must have:

– What must be done (an action e.g., a verb) 

– Who will do it (agency and POC)

– When it will be done (specify reasonable date)

Writing Corrective Actions
Presenter’s Name June 17, 2003 15

 Use these templates as suggestions for refining recommendations. You need not match the wording exactly.

 (Who) will prepare/revise ________ plan to (correct what?) by (when).

 (Who) will prepare/revise ________ policy or procedure to (correct what?) (when).

 (Who) will conduct training for (group) in (what?) so that ________ by (when).

 (Who) will obtain/repair _______ equipment/facilities so as to __________ by (when).

 (Who) will conduct _________ study/analysis to __(action required)___ so as to _______________.

 (Who) will convene a working group of ___(people/agencies)___ to __(action required)__ so as to correct 

___(what)___.

Sample Corrective Action Template
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Capability Observation 

Title Recommendation Corrective Action Description

Capability 

Element

Primary 

Responsible 

Agency

Agency

POC

Start 

Date Completion 

Date

[Capability 1: 

Capability 

Name]

1. Observation 1 1.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

1.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 1 

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Sep 1, 2007

1.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 2

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Feb 1, 2007

1.2 Insert 

Recommendation 2

1.2.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 1

Training State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 2007

1.2.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Mar 15, 2007

2. Observation 2 2.1 Insert 

Recommendation 1

2.1.1 Insert 

Corrective Action 1

Planning State X EMS 

System

EMS 

System 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 15, 2007

2.1.2 Insert 

Corrective Action 2

Systems/ 

Equipment

State X EMA EMA 

Director

Dec 1, 

2006

Jan 1, 2007

Improvement Plan Matrix
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Please indicate:

 Which items require no further action

 Recommendations with no change to actions

 Changed or new actions and why

Facilitator will record revised actions.

Action Brief
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Next Steps

 Memo report

 Follow-up progress meeting

Closing Comments

Wrap-Up
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name]

After Action Conference Agenda [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

AFTER ACTION CONFERENCE AGENDA

[Date]

I. Introductions and Opening Remarks

II. Exercise Summary

a. Scope

b. Scenario

c. Objectives

III. Items Identified

a. Strengths and Accomplishments

b. Areas for Improvement

IV. After Action Report (AAR) Review

V. Improvement Plan (IP) Development

VI. Next Steps
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Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)

[Full Exercise Name

Sign-in Sheet: [Date] [Exercise Name Continued]

[Section Title] 1 [Jurisdiction]

[PROTECTIVE MARKING]

AFTER ACTION CONFERENCE SIGN-IN SHEET

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

Name Agency/Department Phone Number E-Mail
<Protective Marking>

After Action Conference

[Exercise Name]

[Date]
<Protective Marking>

2

Agenda

• Introductions and Opening Remarks 

• Exercise Summary

• Strengths

• Areas of Improvement

• After Action Report (AAR) Review

• Improvement Plan (IP) Development

• Next Steps
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3

Introductions

• Your name

• Your organization

• Your role during the exercise

• One key success during the exercise

• One key challenge during the exercise
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4

Exercise Summary

• [Insert a brief description of the exercise, 

including the scope, target capabilities, 

activities, and scenario used to achieve 

objectives.]
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5

Exercise Objectives

• [Insert exercise objectives.]
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6

Scenario Synopsis

• [Insert brief summary of the exercise 

scenario.]
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7

Evaluation

• Trained evaluators used Exercise 

Evaluation Guides (EEGs) during the 

exercise to track activities.

• Feedback forms and a participant Hot 

Wash were used to gather information 

from participants for evaluation.
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Key Strengths

• [Insert the key strengths from the 

exercise.]
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9

Key Areas for Improvement

• [Insert the key areas for improvement from 

the exercise.]
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10

Report Approval Process

• Decision by consensus

• Unresolved issues (e.g., consensus not 

attained)

– Consider compromises

– Refer to exercise director

– Consult with applicable agency head
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11

Report Sections:

• Section 3: Analysis of Capabilities

• Section 4: Conclusion

• Appendix A: Improvement Plan

• Appendix B: Lessons Learned (optional)

• Appendix C: Participant Feedback (optional)

• Appendix D: Exercise Events Summary Table 

(optional)

• Appendix E: Performance Ratings (optional)

• Appendix F: Acronyms

AAR Review and Approval
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Improvement Plan (IP) Development

• Discuss each recommendation.

• Determine:

– Corrective action

– Responsible agency(ies)

–Agency point of contact (POC)

–Start date

– Completion date
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13

Writing Corrective Actions

• Determine action needed to fix the 

problem.

• Choices:

– No further action; already fixed

– No further action; not worth fixing

–Accept recommendation as is

– Choose new action—add to AAR
<Protective Marking>

14

Writing Improvement Actions

• Generally plans, policies and procedures, 

training, equipment and facilities, outreach 

and interagency coordination, exercises

• All followup actions must have:

– What must be done (an action, e.g., a verb) 

– Who will do it (agency and POC)

– When it will be done (specify reasonable date)
<Protective Marking>

15

Sample Improvement Action 

Template

Use these templates as suggestions for refining recommendations. You 

need not match the wording exactly.

• (Who) will prepare/revise ________ plan to (correct what?) by (when).

• (Who) will prepare/revise ________ policy or procedure to (correct what?) 

by (when).

• (Who) will conduct training for (group) in (what?) so that ______ by (when).

• (Who) will obtain/repair _______ equipment/facilities so as to __________ 

by (when).

• (Who) will conduct _________ study/analysis to __(action required)__ so as 

to _______________.

• (Who) will convene a working group of __(people/agencies)__ to __(action 

required)__ so as to correct ___(what)___.
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16

Improvement Plan (IP) Matrix

Capability Observation 

Title Recommendation

Corrective 

Action 

Description

Capability 

Element

Primary 

Responsible 

Agency

Agency

POC

Start 

Date Completion 

Date

[Capability 1: 

Capability 

Name]

Observation 

1.1

Insert 

Recommendation 1

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 9/1/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 2/1/07

Insert 

Recommendation 2

Insert Corrective 

Action

Training State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/1/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Equipment 

and 

Systems

State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 3/15/07

Observation 

1.2

Insert 

Recommendation 3

Insert Corrective 

Action

Planning State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/15/07

Insert Corrective 

Action

Equipment 

and 

Systems

State X EMA EMA 

Director

12/1/06 1/1/07
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17

Action Brief

• Please indicate:

–Which items require no further action

– Recommendations with no change to 

actions

– Changed or new actions and why

• Facilitator will record revised actions.
<Protective Marking>

18

Wrapup

• Next steps

– Memo report

–Followup progress meeting (optional)

• Closing comments
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume IV: Sample

Documents and Formats (2006)

Section 3 - Multi-media Library

The HSEEP Volume IV provides sample exercise documents, formats, multimedia files, and policy 

guidance for exercise planning. 

The following resources are available as of October 7, 2015 from:

https://web.archive.org/web/20090112224736/https://hseep.dhs.gov/hseep_vols/default1.aspx?url=h

ome.aspx Due to space limitations, only images have been compiled here. Audio and video files are 

available at the link above. 

Multi-media Library - Images

Embassy Attacks

Emergency Medical Services

Fire

Hazardous Materials

Khobar Towers Incident

Law Enforcement

Oklahoma City Bombing

Other

September 11 2001

One Year

Pennsylvania Site

Pentagon

World Trade Center

Multi-media Library - Audio

Effects

Jet Airliner Flyby

Alarm

Pulse Alarm

Horn

Ferryhorn

Helicopter Flyby

Jet Airliner

Thunder and Lightning

Lightning

Explosions

16 Inch Gun

Air nuke #1

Air nuke #2

Blast #1
Blast #2

Blast #3

Bomb Blast #1

Bomb Blast #2

Bomb drop 

Boom #1

Boom #2

Boom #3

Explosion #1

Explosion #2

Explosion #3

Explosion #4

Guns

Machine gun #1

Machine gun #2

Machine gun #3

Machine gun #4

Machine gun #5

Machine gun #6

Missiles

Shot

Shotgun #1

Shotgun #2

Uzi

Sirens

1LongAirhornBlast

Airhorn #1

Airhorn #2

AirhornBlasts

Firetruck

Firetrucks #1

Firetrucks #2

Firetrucks #3

Horn

Hyper

Idle

MultipleSirens

Police

PulseSiren #1

PulseSiren #2

Responder

Siren #1

Siren #2

Siren #3

Siren #4

Siren #5
Siren #6

Siren #7

Siren #8

Siren #9

Siren #10

Siren #11

Siren #12

Siren #13

Siren #14

Siren #15

Wail #1

Wail #2

WaveringAirhorn #1

WaveringAirhorn #2

Yelp

Multi-media Library - Video

People asking for support

Bioterror Montage

Blister Agent

Flu Season

Nerve Agent

Deceased

Hospital Admissions

Affect Business

News Raid

News Flu

News at Hospital #1

News at Hospital #2

Press Conference

Raid #1

Raid #2

Recovery Concern

1 Year Report

Spanish Interview
Images

Embassy Attacks

Emergency Medical Services

Fire

Hazardous Materials

Khobar Towers Incident

Law Enforcement

Oklahoma City Bombing

Other

September 11 2001

One Year

Pennsylvania Site

Pentagon

World Trade Center
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Emergency Medical Services [TOP]




Fire [TOP]






Hazardous Materials [TOP]


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Khobar Towers Incident [TOP]

 




Law Enforcement [TOP]


Oklahoma City Bombing [TOP]










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Other [TOP]





September 11, 2001 - One Year [TOP]



















September 11, 2001 - Pennsylvania Site [TOP]
September 11, 2001 - Pentagon [TOP]











September 11, 2001 - World Trade Center [TOP]
































Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Volume IV: Sample

Documents and Formats (2006)

Section 4 - References

The HSEEP Volume IV provides sample exercise documents, formats, multimedia files, and policy 

guidance for exercise planning. The following resources were archived on October 7, 2015 from:

https://web.archive.org/web/20090112224736/https://hseep.dhs.gov/hseep_vols/default1.aspx?url=h

ome.aspx 

References

Acronyms

• HSEEP Acronym List

Definitions

• HSEEP Glossary

• Biological Terms Glossary

Exercise Training Courses

• Exercise Training Resources

Federal Exercise Programs & Resources

• Resources to Implement HSEEP

• DHS Exercise Programs

• DHS Exercise Resources

Agent/Hazard Information

• Biological Agents Summary Information

• Chemical Agents Chart
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation 

Program (HSEEP) Acronym List 

1 – DRAFT 

This document provides definitions for commonly used acronyms of the Homeland Security 

Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP). 

Acronym Definition 

AAC After Action Conference 

AAR After Action Report 

AHRQ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality 

ASPR Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response 

C&O Meeting Concept and Objectives Meeting 

C/E Briefing Controller and Evaluator Briefing 

C/E Debriefing Controller and Evaluator Debriefing 

C/E Handbook Controller and Evaluator Handbook 

CAP Corrective Action Program 

CAS Comprehensive Assessment System 

CBRNE chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives 

CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

CDP Center for Domestic Preparedness 

COG continuity of government 

ConPlan Contingency Plan 

COOP continuity of operations 

COP common operating picture 

COSIN Control Staff Instructions 

CPX command post exercise 

CSEPP Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program 

CSID Centralized Scheduling and Information Desk 

CST Civil Support Team 

DDS Design and Development System 

DHS U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

DoD U.S. Department of Defense 

DOE U.S. Department of Energy 

DOJ U.S. Department of Justice 

DOT U.S. Department of Transportation 

EAA Exercise Administrative Authority 

EEG Exercise Evaluation Guide 

EMAC Emergency Management Assistance Compact 

EMI Emergency Management Institute 

EMS emergency medical services 

EMT emergency medical technician 
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Program (HSEEP) Acronym List 

2 – DRAFT 

Acronym Definition 

EOC Emergency Operations Center 

EOD explosive ordnance disposal 

EOP Emergency Operations Plan 

EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

ESF Emergency Support Function 

EvalPlan Evaluation Plan 

ExPlan Exercise Plan 

FAA Federal Aviation Administration 

FBI Federal Bureau of Investigation 

FE functional exercise 

FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency 

FOUO For Official Use Only 

FPC Final Planning Conference 

FSE full-scale exercise 

FY fiscal year 

GPD Grant Programs Directorate 

HazMat hazardous materials 

HHS U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

HIRA Hazards Identification Risk Analysis 

HSC U.S. Homeland Security Council 

HSEEP Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program 

HSGP Homeland Security Grant Program 

HSIN Homeland Security Information Network 

HSPD Homeland Security Presidential Directive 

ICS Incident Command System 

IP Improvement Plan 

IPC Initial Planning Conference 

IPC Interagency Policy Committee 

IPS Integrated Planning System 

IPW Improvement Planning Workshop 

IS Independent Study 

ISEA Information Sharing Environment Analysis 

JAD Joint Application Development 

JTTF Joint Terrorism Task Force 

LLIS Lessons Learned Information Sharing (llis.gov) 

MAA mutual aid agreement 

MACC Multiagency Coordination Center 
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Program (HSEEP) Acronym List 

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Acronym Definition 

MCC Master Control Cell 

MEPP Master Exercise Practitioner Program 

MIPT Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism 

MOA memorandum of agreement 

MOU memorandum of understanding 

MPC Midterm Planning Conference 

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet 

MSEL Master Scenario Events List 

NCP National Continuity Programs Directorate 

NED National Exercise Division 

NEP National Exercise Program 

NESC National Exercise Simulation Center 

NEXS System National Exercise Schedule System 

NFA National Fire Academy 

NGO nongovernmental organization 

NIC National Integration Center 

NIMS National Incident Management System 

NLD DPP Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program 

NLE national level exercise 

NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 

NPD National Preparedness Directorate 

NRF National Response Framework 

NSEC National Standard Exercise Curriculum 

NSSE National Special Security Event 

NxMSEL National Exercise Master Scenario Events List 

PIO Public Information Officer 

PKEMRA Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act 

PLE principal level exercise 

POC point of contact 

PPE personal protective equipment 

PPPA Office of Preparedness Policy, Planning, and Analysis 

ProFlow procedural flow 

RAMP Remedial Action Management Program 

REP Program Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program 

RESP Regional Exercise Support Program 

RRCC Regional Response Coordination Center 

RSP render-safe procedures 
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Program (HSEEP) Acronym List 

4 – DRAFT 

Acronym Definition 

SAA State Administrative Agency 

SHSP State Homeland Security Program 

SimCell Simulation Cell 

SitMan Situation Manual 

SME subject matter expert 

SNS Strategic National Stockpile 

SOE senior officials exercise 

SOP standard operating procedure 

SSO single sign-on 

SWAT Strategic Weapons and Tactics 

TCL Target Capabilities List 

TEI Training and Exercise Integration 

TEP Training and Exercise Plan 

TEPW Training and Exercise Planning Workshop 

TOPOFF Top Officials National Exercise Series 

TPEP Terrorism Prevention Exercise Program 

TSA Transportation Security Administration 

TTX tabletop exercise 

UA Universal Adversary 

UASI Urban Area Security Initiative 

UCS Unified Command System 

USCG United States Coast Guard 

UTL Universal Task List 

VCC Venue Control Cell 

VTC video teleconference 

WMD weapons of mass destruction 
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation 

Program (HSEEP) Glossary 

1 – DRAFT

This document provides descriptions for many of the commonly-used terms of the Homeland 

Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP). 

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z 

A 

Term Description 

Actionable-cause 

analysis 

Actionable-cause analysis occurs during the exercise data analysis stage. It is 

the source for an identified issue and action toward which an improvement is 

directed. 

actor An actor is a person who portrays victims in an exercise and is usually 

moulaged and given a symptomatology card to create realistic conditions for 

players. Actors are typically volunteer personnel and are used to simulate a 

specific role in an exercise. Actors are vital to the creation of a realistic 

scenario and can play a variety of roles. For example, actors can simulate 

victims of a disaster, civilians receiving prophylaxis, or friends and family of 

victims. 

actor briefing An actor briefing is generally conducted the morning of the exercise and 

provides actors with an overview of the exercise (e.g., schedule, safety 

information, actual emergency instructions, roles and responsibilities, acting 

instructions). Identification badges and/or symptomatology cards should be 

distributed before or during this briefing. If moulage is to be applied to actors, it 

should be completed before the briefing. Actor instructions or identification 

tags tell volunteers about any special considerations for the exercise. 

Administration/ 

Finance Section 

The Administration/Finance Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides 

grant management and administrative support throughout exercise 

development. This group is also responsible for the registration process and 

coordinates schedules for the Exercise Planning Team, the lead exercise 

planner, participating agencies, and the host community or communities. 

After Action 

Conference 

(AAC) 

The AAC is a meeting held between the lead evaluator, members of the 

evaluation team, and senior officials from the participating agencies and 

jurisdictions to debrief the exercise. The AAC provides a forum for jurisdiction 

officials to hear the results of the analysis and validate the findings and 

recommendations presented in the draft After Action Report (AAR). The initial 

Improvement Plan (IP) should also be developed at the AAC. 

After Action Report 

(AAR) 

The AAR presents observations and recommendations based on the data 

collection and analysis completed by the evaluation team. The lead evaluator 

and Exercise Planning Team draft the AAR and submit it to conference 

participants before the After Action Conference (AAC). The draft AAR is 

completed and distributed to conference participants for review no more than 

30 days after exercise conduct. 
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation 

Program (HSEEP) Glossary 

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A 

Term Description 

After Action Report 

(AAR)/Improvement 

Plan (IP) 

The main product of the Evaluation and Improvement Planning process is the 

AAR/IP. The final AAR/IP is an outcome of the After Action Conference (AAC) 

and should be disseminated to participants no more than 60 days after 

exercise conduct. A list of corrective actions should be generated identifying 

what will be done to address the recommendations, the responsible agency or 

person, and the timeframe for implementation. Even though the AAR and IP 

are developed through different processes and perform distinct functions, the 

final AAR and IP should always be printed and distributed jointly as a single 

AAR/IP following an exercise. 

agent factsheet The agent factsheet contains specific information regarding the scenario agent 

or radiological source used in an exercise (e.g., anthrax, smallpox, cesium). 

Factsheets might include properties, symptoms, effects, lethality, 

transmissibility, decontamination, or prophylaxis methods. (Note: In a 

radiological scenario, an agent is called a “source.”) 

analysis Levels of analysis regarding exercises include: 

 Integrated timeline analysis 

 Capability-level analysis 

 Exercise data analysis 

 Root-cause analysis 

 Task-level analysis 

 Task-level performance analysis 

 Mission-level performance analysis 

Descriptions of the types of analysis can be found in the glossary under the 

appropriate first letter. 

analytical red 

teaming 

In prevention exercises, analytical red teaming is a discussion-based 

technique used to employ an adversary’s perspective to advance security by 

providing an alternative view of threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures. 

assembly area The assembly area is the gathering place for deployable resources (e.g., fire 

engines and police vehicles) before the start of an operations-based exercise. 

The assembly area simulates each department or agency’s home station or 

office. The assembly area provides a safer and more controlled environment 

than deploying apparatus from each agency’s home station. To realistically 

simulate the response from the agency’s home station or office, response 

times should be collected for each unit so that they can be appropriately 

released from the assembly area after they have been dispatched. The 

assembly area should not be confused with the staging area established by 

Incident Command during exercise play. 

assembly area 

controller 

The assembly area controller is responsible for the logistical organization of 

the assembly area, including placement locations for units and coordination of 

exit patterns for dispatched units. 

attack tree The attack tree is a tool used during prevention exercises that provides the 

Exercise Planning Team with a visual representation of the anticipated and 

potential paths an adversary can take to execute an attack. It is useful for both 

planning and evaluating exercises. 
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B

Term Description 

base of support Base of support is a concept of support or approval from the appropriate 

senior officials and/or private-sector executive level for the conduct of an 

exercise or execution of an exercise program. Establishing this base of 

support indicates that an exercise’s purpose and objectives are concurrent 

with strategic and organizational goals and objectives. 

best practices Best practices are peer-validated techniques, procedures, and solutions that 

prove successful and are solidly grounded in actual experience in operations, 

training, and exercises. After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plans (IPs) 

should identify lessons learned and highlight best practices. Many of these 

can be found on www.llis.gov, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS) portal for lessons learned and best practices. 

Blue Team In prevention exercises, the Blue Team consists of briefed players and other 

organizations and agencies participating in a prevention-focused exercise 

that are not part of the Red Team. (See also: friendly force.) 

building-block 

approach 

The building-block approach focuses on exposing participants to a cycle of 

training and exercises that escalates in complexity, with each exercise 

designed to build on the last in terms of scale and subject matter. For 

example, a building-block series of exercises may include a seminar, which 

leads to a tabletop exercise (TTX), which leads to a full-scale exercise (FSE). 
Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation 

Program (HSEEP) Glossary 

4 – DRAFT

C 

Term Description 

capabilities-based 

planning 

Capabilities-based planning is defined as planning, under uncertainty, to build 

capabilities suitable for a wide range of threats and hazards while working 

within an economic framework that necessitates prioritization and choice. It 

addresses uncertainty by analyzing a wide range of realistic scenarios to 

identify required capabilities, and it is the basis for guidance such as the 

National Preparedness Guidelines, Target Capabilities List (TCL), and 

Universal Task List (UTL). 

capability A capability may be delivered with any combination of properly planned, 

organized, equipped, trained, and exercised personnel who achieve the 

intended outcome. Descriptions of these combinations can be found in the 

Target Capabilities List (TCL) for each capability. This combination of 

resources provides the means to accomplish one or more tasks under 

specific conditions and meet specific performance standards. 

capability-level 

analysis 

Capability-level analysis assesses whether the participants, as a whole, 

achieved the expected capability outcomes. 

Chemical Stockpile 

Emergency 

Preparedness 

Program (CSEPP) 

The CSEPP was developed to safeguard against increased hazards 

associated with critical infrastructure and hazardous materials. It contributed 

to the development of the HSEEP evaluation methodology. 

Command Staff The Command Staff section of the Exercise Planning Team is responsible for 

coordinating all exercise planning activities. Within this group is the lead 

exercise planner, who assigns exercise activities and responsibilities, 

provides guidance, establishes timelines, and monitors the development 

process. The safety controller and liaison coordinator report directly to the 

lead exercise planner. 

Concept and 

Objectives (C&O) 

Meeting 

The C&O Meeting is the formal beginning of the exercise planning process. It 

is held to obtain consensus on the already-identified type, scope, capabilities, 

objectives, and purpose of the exercise. For less complex exercises and for 

jurisdictions or organizations with limited resources, the C&O Meeting can be 

conducted in conjunction with the Initial Planning Conference (IPC). 

However, when exercise scope dictates, the C&O Meeting is held first. 

Representatives from the sponsoring agency or organization, the lead 

exercise planner, and senior officials typically attend the C&O Meeting to 

identify an overall exercise goal, develop rough drafts of exercise capabilities 

and objectives, and identify Exercise Planning Team members. 

contextual inject A controller introduces a contextual inject to a player to help build the 

exercise operating environment. For example, if the exercise is designed to 

test information-sharing capabilities, a Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) 

inject can be developed to direct a controller to select an actor to portray a 

suspect. The inject could then instruct the controller to prompt another actor 

to approach a law enforcement officer and inform him or her that this person 

was behaving suspiciously. 
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C 

Term Description 

contingency inject A controller verbally introduces a contingency inject to a player if players are 

not performing the actions needed to sustain exercise play. This ensures that 

play moves forward as needed to adequately test performance of activities. 

For example, if a simulated secondary device is placed at an incident scene 

during a terrorism response exercise, but is not discovered, a controller may 

want to prompt an actor to approach a player to say that he or she witnessed 

suspicious activity close to the device’s location. This should prompt the 

discovery of the device by the responder and result in subsequent execution 

of the desired notification procedures. 

Control Staff 

Instructions (COSIN) 

The COSIN, typically only used in larger, more complex exercises (e.g., 

national level exercises [NLEs]), contain guidance that controllers may need 

concerning procedures and responsibilities for exercise control, simulation, 

and support. The COSIN are designed to help exercise controllers 

understand their roles and responsibilities in exercise execution to conduct 

an effective exercise. For most exercises, however, the COSIN can be 

combined with an Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan) to produce a Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Briefing 

The C/E Briefing is a preexercise overview for controllers, evaluators, and the 

exercise administrative staff. The briefing summarizes the C/E Handbook (or 

the Control Staff Instructions [COSIN] and Evaluation Plan [EvalPlan]) and 

focuses on explaining the roles and responsibilities of controllers and 

evaluators. This is the time where any changes in the exercise are addressed 

and final questions are answered. It is generally 1 to 2 hours in length and is 

conducted the day before an operations-based exercise. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Debriefing 

The C/E Debriefing provides each controller and evaluator with an 

opportunity to provide an overview of the functional area they observed and 

to discuss both strengths and areas for improvement. The lead evaluator 

should assign one or more members of the evaluation team to take detailed 

notes of the C/E Debriefing discussion. 

Controller and 

Evaluator (C/E) 

Handbook 

The C/E Handbook is an exercise overview and instructional manual for 

controllers and evaluators. A supplement to the Exercise Plan (ExPlan), it 

contains more detailed information about the scenario and describes 

controller and evaluator roles and responsibilities. Because the C/E 

Handbook contains information on the scenario and exercise administration, 

it should be distributed only to individuals specifically designated as 

controllers or evaluators. Larger, more complex exercises may use a 

separate Evaluation Plan (EvalPlan) and Control Staff Instructions (COSIN) 

in place of the C/E Handbook. 
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controllers In an operations-based exercise, controllers plan and manage exercise play, 

set up and operate the exercise incident site, and may take the roles of 

individuals and agencies not actually participating in the exercise (i.e., in the 

Simulation Cell [SimCell]). Controllers direct the pace of exercise play and 

routinely include members from the Exercise Planning Team, provide key 

data to players, and may prompt or initiate certain player actions and injects 

to the players as described in the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) to 

ensure exercise continuity. 

Individual controllers issue exercise materials to players as required, monitor 

the exercise timeline, and monitor the safety of all exercise participants. 

Controllers are the only participants who should provide information or 

direction to players. The control team may include subject matter experts. All 

controllers should be accountable to one senior controller. If conducting an 

exercise requires more controllers or evaluators than are available, a 

controller may serve as an evaluator; however, this is typically discouraged. 

corrective action Corrective actions are the concrete, actionable steps outlined in an 

Improvement Plan (IP) that are intended to resolve preparedness gaps and 

shortcomings experienced in exercises or real-world events. 

Corrective Action 

Program (CAP) 

Under HSEEP, each department and agency must maintain a system for 

identifying issues to be remedied, make assignments to resolve the issues, 

and track progress on issue resolution. A CAP continuously prioritizes, 

tracks, and analyzes observations and recommendations recorded in the 

After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP) as a result of exercises and 

real-world events and develops and resolves resulting corrective actions. A 

CAP ensures that IPs are living documents, continually monitored and 

implemented, and part of the larger cycle of improving preparedness. 

Corrective Action 

Program (CAP) 

System 

The CAP System is part of the HSEEP Toolkit. It is a Web-based application 

that enables Federal, State, and local officials to identify, prioritize, track, and 

analyze the recommendations and Improvement Plans (IPs) developed from 

exercises and real-world events. Features of the CAP System include IP 

creation and maintenance, corrective action assignment and tracking, and 

reporting and analysis. The CAP System is the technological backbone for 

the improvement planning process described in HSEEP Volume III: Exercise 

Evaluation and Improvement Planning. 

critical path This exercise planning and evaluation tool is the map of both the expected 

and actual Blue Team and Red Team moves and countermoves throughout 

the course of a prevention exercise. 

critical task Critical tasks are defined as those prevention, protection, response, and 

recovery tasks that require coordination among an appropriate combination 

of Federal, State, tribal, local, private-sector, and nongovernmental entities 

during a major incident to minimize the impact on lives, property, and the 

economy. Participants must perform critical tasks to prevent occurrence of a 

major incident, respond and reduce loss of life or serious injuries, or mitigate 

significant property damage, all of which are essential to the success of a 

homeland security mission. 

cross-functional 

analysis 

This type of analysis identifies areas for improvement by comparing the 

observations from different locations and functions. 
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Term Description 

cycle, mix, and range 

of exercises 

This cycle of exercise activity uses increasing degrees of complexity. (See 

“building-block approach” for more information.) 
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Term Description 

debrief A debrief is a forum for planners, facilitators, controllers, and evaluators to 

review and provide feedback after the exercise is held. It should be a 

facilitated discussion that allows each person an opportunity to provide an 

overview of the functional area they observed and document both strengths 

and areas for improvement. Debriefs should be facilitated by the Exercise 

Planning Team leader or the exercise program manager; results should be 

captured for inclusion in the After Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan 

(IP). Other debriefs may be held as necessary, such as one specifically for 

hospitals or actors during an operations-based exercise. A debrief is different 

from a Hot Wash, in that a Hot Wash is intended to capture feedback from 

players. 

deconfliction Deconfliction is the comparison of schedules to resolve scheduling conflicts. 

In HSEEP, this is a critical element of the National Exercise Schedule 

(NEXS) and is facilitated by the NEXS System in the HSEEP Toolkit. 

design and 

development 

Building on the exercise foundation, the design and development process 

should consist of identifying capabilities, tasks, and objectives; designing the 

scenario; creating documentation; coordinating logistics; planning exercise 

conduct; and selecting an evaluation and improvement methodology. 

Design and 

Development System 

(DDS) 

The DDS is part of the HSEEP Toolkit. It is a project management tool and 

comprehensive tutorial for the design, development, conduct, and evaluation 

of exercises. The DDS provides users with the appropriate templates and 

guidance for developing timelines, planning teams, and exercise 

documentation (e.g., Situation Manuals [SitMans], Exercise Plans [ExPlans]). 

discussion-based 

exercise 

Discussion-based exercises are normally used as a starting point in the 

building-block approach to the cycle, mix, and range of exercises. 

Discussion-based exercises include seminars, workshops, tabletop exercises 

(TTXs), and games. These types of exercises typically highlight existing 

plans, policies, mutual aid agreements (MAAs), and procedures and are 

exceptional tools to familiarize agencies and personnel with current or 

expected jurisdictional capabilities. Discussion-based exercises typically 

focus on strategic, policy-oriented issues, whereas operations-based 

exercises tend to focus more on tactical, response-related issues. Facilitators 

and/or presenters usually lead the discussion and keep participants on track 

to meet exercise objectives. 

drill A drill, a type of operations-based exercise, is a coordinated, supervised 

activity usually used to test a single specific operation or function in a single 

agency. Drills are commonly used to provide training on new equipment, 

develop or test new policies or procedures, or practice and maintain current 

skills. 
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Emergency 

Operations Center 

(EOC) 

An EOC is a central command and control facility responsible for carrying out 

the principles of emergency preparedness and emergency management or 

disaster management functions at a strategic level in an emergency situation 

and ensuring the continuity of operations (COOP) of a company, political 

subdivision, or other organization. It is responsible for the strategic overview 

of the disaster and does not normally directly control field assets, instead 

making operational decisions and leaving tactical decisions to lower 

commands. EOCs collect, gather, and analyze data; make decisions that 

protect life and property; maintain continuity of the organization within the 

scope of applicable laws; and disseminate those decisions to all concerned 

agencies and individuals. 

evaluation One of the five phases of the exercise process, evaluation is the cornerstone 

of exercises; it documents strengths and opportunities for improvement in a 

jurisdiction’s preparedness and is the first step in the improvement process. 

Under HSEEP, evaluations are conducted through player observation and 

the use of Exercise Evaluation Guides (EEGs), which outline exercise 

performance measures expected from participants. 

Evaluation Plan 

(EvalPlan) 

The EvalPlan is typically used for operations-based exercises of a large 

scope and scale. This document provides specific guidance to exercise 

evaluators, including an exercise synopsis. It is published and distributed 

before the start of the exercise. The EvalPlan assists exercise evaluators to 

understand their roles and responsibilities in data collection and evaluation to 

conduct an effective analysis of the exercise. For most exercises, however, 

the EvalPlan can be combined with Control Staff Instructions (COSIN) to 

produce a Controller and Evaluator (C/E) Handbook. 

evaluation team The evaluation team consists of evaluators trained to observe and record 

participant actions. These individuals should be familiar with the exercising 

jurisdiction’s plans, policies, procedures, and agreements. 

evaluator Evaluators, selected from participating agencies, are chosen based on their 

expertise in the functional areas they will observe. Evaluators use Exercise 

Evaluation Guides (EEGs) to measure and assess performance, capture 

unresolved issues, and analyze exercise results. Evaluators assess and 

document participants’ performance against established emergency plans 

and exercise evaluation criteria, in accordance with HSEEP standards. 

Evaluators have a passive role in the exercise and only note the actions and 

decisions of players without interfering with exercise flow. 

event Within the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL), an event is an expected 

action that is anticipated to take place during an exercise. 

exercise An exercise is an instrument to train for, assess, practice, and improve 

performance in prevention, protection, response, and recovery capabilities in 

a risk-free environment. Exercises can be used for testing and validating 

policies, plans, procedures, training, equipment, and interagency 

agreements; clarifying and training personnel in roles and responsibilities; 

improving interagency coordination and communications; identifying gaps in 

resources; improving individual performance; and identifying opportunities for 

improvement. 
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Exercise 

Administrative 

Authority (EAA) 

An EAA is a role in the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System. EAAs 

have authority over exercises, organizations, and users within their area of 

responsibility or scheduling domain. EAAs can create and modify exercises, 

organizations, and schedulers in the NEXS System. EAAs have visibility into 

any exercises that have been submitted or approved on the calendar within 

the purview of their scheduling domain. An EAA is the only one who can 

approve an exercise for inclusion on the NEXS calendar. 

exercise data 

analysis 

Exercise data analysis is consolidated and transformed into narratives that 

address the course of exercise play, demonstrated strengths, areas for 

improvement, and performance ratings appropriate for inclusion in the After 

Action Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP). Because operations-based 

exercises yield greater amounts of data, operations-based exercises require 

more thorough and involved data analysis than do discussion-based 

exercises. 

exercise director The exercise director oversees all exercise functions during exercise 

conduct, oversees and remains in contact with controllers and evaluators, 

debriefs controllers and evaluators following the exercise, and oversees 

setup and cleanup of exercise and positioning of controllers and evaluators. 

Exercise Evaluation 

Guide (EEG) 

EEGs are documents that support the exercise evaluation process by 

providing evaluators with consistent standards for observation, analysis, and 

After Action Report (AAR) development. Each EEG is linked to a target 

capability and provides standard activities, performance measures, and tasks 

to be evaluated based on the exercise objectives. An EEG contains a 

capability narrative section in which evaluators provide a general 

chronological narrative of exercise events associated with the capability as 

well as an evaluator observations section in which evaluators provide specific 

strengths and areas of improvement linked to the capability. 

The consistent guidelines provided in EEGs facilitate creation of 

AAR/Improvement Plans (IPs) and result in actionable IPs that target specific 

personnel, planning, organization, equipment, and training needs within 

capabilities. 

Exercise Plan 

(ExPlan) 

ExPlans are general information documents that help operations-based 

exercises run smoothly. They are published and distributed before the start of 

an exercise and provide a synopsis of the exercise. In addition to addressing 

the exercise objectives and scope, ExPlans assign activities and 

responsibilities for exercise execution. They enable participants to 

understand their roles and responsibilities in exercise planning, execution, 

and evaluation. The ExPlan is intended for use by exercise players and 

observers, and it does not contain detailed scenario information that may 

reduce the realism of the tasks to be performed. Players and observers 

should review all elements of the ExPlan before exercise participation. 
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Exercise Planning 

Team 

The Exercise Planning Team is responsible for all aspects of an exercise, 

including exercise planning, conduct, and evaluation. The Exercise Planning 

Team determines exercise capabilities, tasks, and objectives; tailors the 

scenario to jurisdictional needs; and develops documents used in exercise 

simulation, control, and evaluation. The Exercise Planning Team should be 

comprised of representatives from each major participating jurisdiction and 

agency but should be kept to a manageable size. Membership can be 

modified to fit the type or scope of an exercise. It may be advantageous to 

include team members with previous exercise planning experience. Exercise 

Planning Team members are ideal for controller and evaluator positions 

during the exercise because advanced scenario knowledge renders them 

ineligible to participate as players. A lead exercise planner manages the 

Exercise Planning Team, which can be structured using the principles of the 

Incident Command System (ICS) into the following sections: 

 Administration/Finance 

 Command Staff 

 Logistics 

 Operations 

 Planning 

exercise planning 

timeline 

The exercise planning timeline ensures that milestones are met to conduct 

exercises on schedule. 

exercise play area The exercise play area is the site or facility where the bulk of tactical player 

activities and tasks are demonstrated during an operations-based exercise. 

exercise play rules Exercise play rules are the parameters that exercise participants follow 

during the exercise. Exercise play rules describe appropriate exercise 

behavior, particularly in the case of real-world emergencies. 

exercise program 

management 

Exercise program management consists of the functions required for a 

jurisdiction or entity to sustain a variety of exercises targeted toward 

preparedness priorities. Program management functions cyclically, and this 

cycle includes exercises at increasing levels of complexity and annual 

reviews of program objectives to ensure objectives are being met. It includes 

project management, budgeting, grant management, staff hiring, funding 

allocation, and expenditure tracking. 

exercise program 

manager 

The exercise program manager develops a self-sustaining exercise program 

through program budget management oversight, exercise conduct, and 

improvement tracking monitoring and reporting. 

exercise series This cycle includes exercises held at increasing levels of complexity and 

annual reviews of program objectives to ensure objectives are met. Multiple 

exercises are designed in sequence using the building-block approach, 

aimed at achieving a greater capability (e.g., a seminar leads to a tabletop 

exercise [TTX], which leads to a functional exercise [FE]). 

exercise setup Exercise setup involves prestaging and dispersal of exercise materials. It 

includes registration materials, documentation, signage, and other 

equipment, as appropriate. 
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expected action 

event 

An expected action event serves as a holding place in the Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) and notifies controllers of when an expected action 

should occur. 
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facilitated discussion A facilitated discussion is the focused discussion of specific issues through a 

facilitator with functional area or subject matter expertise. Facilitated group 

discussions occur at individual tables organized by discipline or 

agency/organization. Facilitated discussions take place before moderated 

discussions. 

facilitator During a discussion-based exercise, the facilitator is responsible for keeping 

participant discussions on track with the exercise design objectives and 

making sure all issues and objectives are explored as thoroughly as possible 

within time constraints. 

Final Planning 

Conference (FPC) 

The FPC is the final forum for the Exercise Planning Team to review the 

process and procedures for exercise conduct, final drafts of exercise 

materials, and logistical requirements. There should be no major changes 

made to the exercise’s design, scope, or supporting documentation at the 

FPC. The FPC ensures all logistical requirements have been arranged, all 

outstanding issues have been identified and resolved, and all exercise 

products are ready for printing. 

For Official Use Only 

(FOUO) 

FOUO is the term used within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security 

(DHS) to identify unclassified information of a sensitive nature, not otherwise 

categorized by statute or regulation, the unauthorized disclosure of which 

could adversely affect a person's privacy or welfare or conduct of Federal 

programs or other programs or operations essential to the national interest. 

Information affecting the national security of the United States and classified 

Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret under Executive Order 12958, “Classified 

National Security Information,” as amended, or its predecessor or successor 

orders, is not to be considered FOUO. 

foundation Foundation is the first stage in the exercise process, preceding the Design 

and Development stage. The Foundation stage focuses on developing a 

project management timeline, establishing milestones, identifying an Exercise 

Planning Team, and scheduling planning conferences. 

friendly force In prevention exercises, all State and local law enforcement and other nonRed-Team-designated organizations and agencies (e.g., security forces) are 

considered friendly forces or Blue Team. 

full-scale exercise 

(FSE) 

An FSE is a multiagency, multijurisdictional activity involving actual 

deployment of resources in a coordinated response as if a real incident had 

occurred. An FSE tests many components of one or more capabilities within 

emergency response and recovery and is typically used to assess plans and 

procedures and a coordinated response under crisis conditions. 

Characteristics of an FSE include mobilized units, personnel, and equipment; 

a realistic, stressful environment; and scripted exercise scenarios. 

functional exercise 

(FE) 

An FE is a single or multiagency activity designed to evaluate capabilities and 

multiple functions using a simulated response. An FE is typically used to 

evaluate the management of Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs), 

command posts, and headquarters and to assess the adequacy of response 

plans and resources. Characteristics of an FE include simulated deployment 

of resources and personnel, rapid problem solving, and a highly stressful 

environment. 
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game A game is a simulation of operations using rules, data, and procedures 

designed to depict an actual or assumed real-life situation. A game is 

typically used to explore the processes and consequences of 

decisionmaking, conduct “what if” analyses of existing plans, and develop 

new plans. A game often involves two or more teams in a competitive 

environment and increasingly includes models and simulations. Games do 

not involve the use of actual resources. Games are discussion-based 

exercises. 

ground truth Ground truth is a component of prevention exercise documentation 

comprised of the detailed elements of the scenario that must remain 

consistent during exercise development and be conducted to ensure that 

realism is maintained and objectives are met in the unscripted move–

countermove exercise environment. 

ground truth advisor In prevention exercises, the ground truth advisor tracks how the moves and 

countermoves of the adversary (notional and Red Team) and players (e.g., 

law enforcement, intelligence analysts, private industry) change the fabric of 

the exercise environment, potentially creating additional elements of the 

ground truth but never detracting from it. 
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Term Description 

Homeland Security 

Council (HSC) 

The HSC is a White House entity that ensures coordination of all homeland 

security-related activities among executive departments and agencies and 

promotes effective development and implementation of all homeland security 

policies. 

Homeland Security 

Exercise and 

Evaluation Program 

(HSEEP) 

HSEEP is a capabilities- and performance-based exercise program that 

provides standardized policy, doctrine, and terminology for the design, 

development, conduct, and evaluation of homeland security exercises. 

HSEEP also provides tools and resources to facilitate management of selfsustaining homeland security exercise programs. 

Homeland Security 

Presidential Directive 

5 (HSPD-5) 

HSPD-5, an executive branch-issued policy, required the U.S. Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) to coordinate with other Federal departments and 

agencies—as well as State, local, and tribal governments—to establish the 

National Response Framework (NRF) and National Incident Management 

System (NIMS). 

Homeland Security 

Presidential Directive 

8 (HSPD-8) 

HSPD-8, an executive branch-issued policy, was drafted to strengthen the 

preparedness of the United States to prevent and respond to threatened or 

actual domestic terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies by 

requiring a national domestic all-hazards preparedness goal; establishing 

mechanisms for improved delivery of Federal preparedness assistance to 

State and local governments; and outlining actions to improve the capabilities 

of Federal, State, and local entities. 

Hot Wash A Hot Wash is a facilitated discussion held immediately after an exercise 

among exercise players from each functional area. It captures feedback 

about any issues, concerns, or proposed improvements players may have 

about the exercise. The Hot Wash is an opportunity for players to voice their 

opinions on the exercise and their own performance. This facilitated meeting 

allows players to participate in a self-assessment of exercise play and 

provides a general assessment of how the jurisdiction performed. At this 

time, evaluators can seek clarification on certain actions and what prompted 

players to take them. Evaluators should take notes during the Hot Wash and 

include these observations in their analysis. The Hot Wash should last no 

more than 30 minutes. 

HSEEP Toolkit The HSEEP Toolkit is an interactive, online tool for exercise scheduling, 

design, development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning. The 

HSEEP Toolkit can be accessed from the HSEEP Web site and includes the 

following subcomponent systems: 

 National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System 

 Design and Development System (DDS) 

 Corrective Action Program (CAP) System 
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Improvement Plan 

(IP) 

The IP identifies specific corrective actions, assigns them to responsible 

parties, and establishes target dates for their completion. For each task, the 

IP lists corrective actions that will be taken, responsible party or agency, and 

expected completion date. The IP is included at the end of the After Action 

Report (AAR). 

Improvement Plan 

(IP) matrix 

The IP matrix lists, for each task, improvement actions that will be taken, 

responsible party or agency, and expected completion date. 

Improvement 

Planning Workshop 

(IPW) 

The annual IPW provides an opportunity to determine the areas for 

improvement and target capabilities on which the Region should focus. 

These areas for improvement and target capabilities constitute the foundation 

for ongoing development and evolution of the Multiyear Training and Exercise 

Plan (TEP), which is revised annually at the Training and Exercise Planning 

Workshop (TEPW). 

information sharing 

environment analysis 

(ISEA) 

Before a prevention exercise, jurisdictions can use this process to identify, 

describe, and depict their State or local information-sharing environment as it 

pertains to standard operating procedures, policies, and systems. 

Initial Planning 

Conference (IPC) 

The IPC is typically the first step in the planning process and lays the 

foundation for the exercise (unless a Concept and Objectives [C&O] Meeting 

is held). Its purpose is to gather input from the Exercise Planning Team on 

the scope, design requirements, conditions (e.g., assumptions and 

artificialities), objectives, level of participation, scenario variables (e.g., 

location, threat/hazard selection), and Master Scenario Events List (MSEL). 

During the IPC, the Exercise Planning Team decides on exercise location, 

schedule, duration, and other details required to develop exercise 

documentation. Exercise Planning Team members should be assigned 

responsibility for the tasks outlined in the conference. 

inject Injects are Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) events that prompt players to 

implement the plans, policies, and procedures that planners want the 

exercise to validate. Injects are MSEL entries that controllers must simulate, 

including directives, instructions, and decisions. Exercise controllers provide 

injects to exercise players to drive exercise play toward achievement of 

objectives. Injects can be written, oral, televised, and/or transmitted via any 

means (e.g., fax, phone, e-mail, voice, radio). Injects can be contextual or 

contingency. 

integrated timeline The integrated timeline provides a retrospective timeline of exercise events 

created during exercise analysis. 

integrated timeline 

analysis 

Integrated timeline analysis is the reconstruction of activities that occurred 

during the exercise. Participants use the timeline to identify discrepancies 

between what happened and what was supposed to happen and to develop 

recommendations that address those gaps. 

interagency and 

interjurisdictional 

exercises 

These exercises assess the capacity of multiple organizations and the 

effectiveness of interagency cooperation and interoperable communication. 
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Term Description 

lead evaluator The lead evaluator should participate fully as a member of the Exercise 

Planning Team and should be a senior-level individual familiar with 

prevention, protection, response, and/or recovery issues associated with the 

exercise; plans, policies, and procedures of the exercising 

jurisdiction/organization; Incident Command and decisionmaking processes 

of the exercising jurisdiction/organization; and interagency and/or 

interjurisdictional coordination issues relevant to the exercise. 

The lead evaluator must have the management skills needed to oversee a 

team of controllers and evaluators over an extended process, as well as the 

knowledge and analytical skills to undertake a thorough and accurate 

analysis of all capabilities being tested during an exercise. 

lead exercise planner The lead exercise planner oversees the Exercise Planning Team, develops 

the exercise project management timeline and the exercise project 

management assignment list, assigns exercise responsibilities, provides 

overall guidance, and monitors the development process. 

Lessons Learned 

Information Sharing 

(LLIS) 

Lessons learned are positive and negative knowledge and experience 

derived from observations and historical study of operations, training, and 

exercises. Exercise After Action Reports (AARs) should identify lessons 

learned and highlight best practices and should be submitted to the U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for inclusion in the lessons 

learned/best practices Web site, www.llis.gov, which serves as a national 

network for generating, validating, and disseminating lessons learned and 

best practices. 

Logistics Section The Logistics Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides the supplies, 

materials, facilities, and services that enable the exercise to function 

smoothly without outside interference or disruption. This group consists of 

two subsections: service and support. The service section provides 

transportation, barricades, signage, food and drinks, real-world medical 

capability, and exercise-site perimeter security. The support section provides 

communications, purchasing, general supplies, VIP and observer processing, 

and recruitment and management of actors. 
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Term Description 

Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) 

The MSEL is a chronological timeline of expected actions and scripted events 

to be injected into exercise play by controllers to generate or prompt player 

activity. It ensures necessary events happen so that all objectives are met. 

Larger, more complex exercises may also use a procedural flow, which 

differs from the MSEL in that it contains only expected player actions or 

events. The MSEL links simulation to action, enhances exercise experience 

for players, and reflects an incident or activity meant to prompt players to 

action. 

Each MSEL record contains a designated scenario time, event synopsis, 

name of the controller responsible for delivering the inject, and (if applicable) 

special delivery instructions, task and objective to be demonstrated, expected 

action, intended player, and note-taking section. 

Master Scenario 

Events List (MSEL) 

Conference 

The MSEL Conference may be held in preparation for more complex, 

operations-based exercises to review the scenario timeline and focus on 

MSEL development. A MSEL Conference can be held in conjunction with or 

separate from the Midterm Planning Conference (MPC) to review the 

scenario timeline for the exercise. 

media personnel Some media personnel may be present as observers, pending approval by 

exercise personnel and Exercise Support Team members. The Simulation 

Cell (SimCell) may simulate media interaction to enhance realism and meet 

related exercise objectives. A dedicated group of exercise controllers should 

be assigned to manage these groups. 

media policy The agency or organization sponsoring the exercise should decide whether 

or not to invite the media. If invited, the media should have an opportunity 

before the exercise to conduct interviews with key planners and participants. 

Unless media personnel are invited to participate in the exercise, media 

personnel should be escorted at all times. Media policies can prevent public 

confusion on the day of the exercise and assure the public that the 

community is working to prepare for real-world incidents. 

Midterm Planning 

Conference (MPC) 

The MPC is a planning conference for operations-based exercises. It is used 

to discuss exercise organization and staffing concepts; scenario and timeline 

development; and scheduling, logistics, and administrative requirements. It is 

also a session to review draft documentation (e.g., Exercise Plan [ExPlan], 

Controller and Evaluator [C/E] Handbook). 

mission There are four homeland security missions: (1) prevent, (2) protect against, 

(3) respond to, and (4) recover from acts of terrorism, natural disasters, and 

other emergencies. Within the missions are the target capabilities to be 

achieved and the tasks required to achieve them. 

mission-level 

performance analysis 

Mission-level performance analysis assesses the ability of the community as 

a whole (i.e., across disciplines and jurisdictions) to achieve the expected 

outcomes in responding to an incident. It considers the question “How 

prepared is the community to prevent, respond to, and recover from a 

terrorist attack or natural disaster?” 
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moderated 

discussion 

A moderated discussion is a facilitated, discussion-based forum where a 

representative from each functional area breakout presents to participants a 

summary and results from a group’s earlier facilitated discussion. During 

moderated discussions, spokespersons summarize the facilitated discussion, 

present key findings and issues, and discuss any unresolved issues or 

questions. At the end of the moderated discussion period, the floor is open 

for questions. 

moulage Moulage is the makeup applied to actors to add realism to an exercise. It 

includes fake blood, plastic bones, and any other makeup that enables actors 

to emulate the signs and symptoms on their symptomatology cards. Although 

not required, moulage is encouraged at all operations-based exercises. 

Common resources for moulage staff include local school drama clubs, 

military units, community theaters, the American Red Cross, and morticians. 

Multiyear Training 

and Exercise Plan 

(TEP) 

The Multiyear Training and Exercise Plan (TEP) is the foundation document 

guiding a successful exercise program. It provides a mechanism for longterm coordination of training and exercise activities toward a jurisdiction’s 

preparedness goals. This plan describes the program’s training and exercise 

priorities and aids in employing the building-block approach for training and 

exercise activities. Within the Multiyear TEP, the multiyear schedule 

graphically illustrates training and exercise activities that support the 

identified priorities. The schedule presents a multiyear outlook for task and 

priority achievement. As training and exercises are completed, the document 

can be annually updated, modified, and revised to reflect changes to the 

priorities and new capabilities that need to be assessed. The Multiyear TEP 

and schedule are produced through the work completed at the Training and 

Exercise Planning Workshop (TEPW). After this information is synthesized, 

participants develop the plan and schedule for their State or jurisdiction. 
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National Exercise 

Program (NEP) 

The NEP serves as the principal mechanism for (1) examining the 

preparedness of the U.S. Government and its officers and other officials and 

(2) adopting policy changes that might improve such preparation. The NEP 

provides opportunities to periodically train and exercise, identify key policy 

issues, and refine key incident management. It enhances existing and 

develops new common exercise and evaluation doctrine and methodology. It 

establishes collaborative management processes, supporting systems, and 

multiyear scheduling to meet short- and long-term goals. The NEP also 

formalizes a system for collecting, reporting, analyzing, interpreting, and 

disseminating qualitative and quantitative exercise lessons and exemplary 

practices. 

National Exercise 

Schedule (NEXS) 

The NEXS is a compilation of all national, Federal, State, and local level 

exercises. The NEXS provides basic information on each planned exercise, 

including the exercise name, location, date, major participants, and points of 

contact. The NEXS also serves as a management tool and reference 

document for exercise planning and enables visibility of exercises to planners 

and leadership. The NEXS seeks to provide opportunities to synchronize and 

deconflict exercise initiatives. 

National Exercise 

Schedule (NEXS) 

System 

The NEXS System is the Nation's online comprehensive tool that facilitates 

scheduling, deconfliction, and synchronization of all national, Federal, State, 

and local level exercises. 

National Incident 

Management System 

(NIMS) 

The NIMS standard was designed to enhance the ability of the United States 

to manage domestic incidents by establishing a single, comprehensive 

system for incident management. It is a system mandated by Homeland 

Security Presidential Directive 5 (HSPD-5) that provides a consistent, 

nationwide approach for Federal, State, tribal, and local governments; the 

private sector; and nongovernmental organizations to work effectively and 

efficiently together to prepare for, respond to, and recover from domestic 

incidents, regardless of cause, size, or complexity. 

national level exercise 

(NLE) 

An NLE is the single annual operations-based National Exercise Program 

(NEP) Tier I exercise focused on White House-directed, U.S. Governmentwide strategy and policy-related issues that require participation of all 

appropriate department and agency principals (or their deputies); other key 

officials; and all necessary staffs, operations centers, and operational 

elements at the national, regional, and local levels. An NLE may be a 

functional exercise (FE), full-scale exercise (FSE), or a combination. 

NLEs examine the preparation of the U.S. Government and its officers and 

other officials to prevent, respond to, or recover from threatened or actual 

terrorist attacks. NLEs address U.S. Government strategic- and policy-level 

objectives and challenge the preparedness of the United States. An NLE can 

involve all levels of Federal, State, and local authorities and private-sector 

entities. The NEP will also integrate department and agency exercise 

planning activities into NLEs that support specified national priorities and 

objectives, as contained in presidential directives. NLEs test the 

implementation of existing policies and plans. The NLE may involve 

international partners and include classified elements. 
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National Planning 

Scenarios 

The 15 National Planning Scenarios require a wide range of prevention, 

protection, response, and recovery tasks to effectively manage the incidents 

described. They represent a range of potential incidents and were used to 

develop the Universal Task List (UTL) and Target Capability List (TCL). 

National Preparedness 

Guidelines 

The National Preparedness Guidelines were set to achieve and sustain 

capabilities that enable the Nation to successfully prevent terrorist attacks on 

the homeland and rapidly and effectively respond to and recover from any 

terrorist attack, major disaster, or other emergency to minimize the impact on 

lives, property, and the economy. National preparedness will be achieved by 

reaching risk-based target levels of capability and sustained by measuring 

readiness and directing resources to areas of greatest risk and need. 

National Strategy for 

Homeland Security 

The purpose of the National Strategy for Homeland Security is to mobilize 

and organize the homeland from terrorist attacks. This complex mission 

requires coordinated and focused effort from Federal, State, and local 

governments; the private sector; and the American people. The strategic 

objectives of homeland security are to prevent terrorist attacks within the 

United States, reduce America’s vulnerability to terrorism, and minimize the 

damage and recover from attacks that do occur. 

Nunn-Lugar-Domenici 

Domestic 

Preparedness 

Program (NLD DPP) 

The Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program (NLD DPP) 

initiative was designed to enhance the response capability of designated 

cities to respond to acts of terrorism involving weapons of mass destruction. 

Much of the HSEEP design and development methodology is derived from 

the NLD DPP. 
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objectives Exercise objectives must be established for every exercise. Well-defined 

objectives provide a framework for scenario development, guide individual 

organizations’ objective development, and inform exercise evaluation criteria. 

Jurisdictions should frame exercise objectives with the aim of attaining 

capabilities established as priorities at the Federal, State, and local levels as 

captured in the jurisdiction’s Multiyear TEP and schedule. Objectives should 

reflect specific capabilities that the exercising jurisdiction establishes as 

priorities and the tasks associated with those capabilities. Objectives should 

be simple, measurable, achievable, realistic, and task-oriented. Planners 

should limit the number of exercise objectives to enable timely execution and 

facilitate design of a realistic scenario. 

observer Observers are not exercise participants; rather, they observe selected 

segments of the exercise as it unfolds, while remaining separated from player 

activities. Observers view the exercise from a designated observation area 

and are asked to remain within the observation area during the exercise. A 

dedicated group of exercise controllers should be assigned to manage these 

groups. In a discussion-based exercise, observers may support development 

of player responses to the situation during the discussion by delivering 

messages or citing references. 

Observer Briefing An Observer Briefing is a preexercise overview given by one or more 

members of the Exercise Planning Team to educate observers about 

program background, scenario, schedule of events, observer limitations, and 

any other miscellaneous information. Many times, observers are unfamiliar 

with public safety procedures and have questions about the activities they 

see. Designating someone to answer questions, such as a response agency 

public information officer (PIO), will prevent observers from asking questions 

of participants, controllers, or evaluators. 

observer/media area The observer/media area is a designated exercise area that provides 

observers and media representatives with a view of exercise play without the 

potential to interfere. It should be adjacent to the exercise site but should not 

allow interference with response routes or egress points. Because many 

jurisdictions prefer to keep operations of groups such as special weapons 

and tactics (SWAT) teams, bomb squads, and explosive ordnance disposal 

teams confidential, these activities could take place some distance from the 

observer/media area. 

operations-based 

exercise 

Operations-based exercises are a category of exercises characterized by 

actual response, mobilization of apparatus and resources, and commitment 

of personnel, usually held over an extended period of time. They include 

drills, functional exercises, and full-scale exercises. Operations-based 

exercises can be used to validate plans, policies, agreements, and 

procedures. They are used to clarify roles and responsibilities, identify gaps 

in resources needed to implement plans and procedures, and improve 

individual and team performance. Note: These exercises often follow after 

and validate the lessons learned from discussion-based exercises. 
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Operations Section The Operations Section of the Exercise Planning Team provides most of the 

technical or functional expertise for the participating agencies or jurisdictions. 

This group develops scenarios, selects evaluation tools, and has personnel 

with the expertise necessary to serve as evaluators. 
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participant Participants are the overarching group that includes all players, controllers, 

evaluators, and staff members involved in conducting an exercise. 

Participant Feedback 

Form 

Participant Feedback Forms are used to obtain information on perceptions of 

the exercise and how well each participant thought his or her unit performed. 

This information can provide insight into why events happened the way they 

did or why some expected actions did not take place. Feedback forms are 

distributed before a Hot Wash and collected at the end, and the evaluation 

team reviews them to capture any useful information. Feedback forms also 

serve to solicit general feedback on exercise quality, which can be provided 

to the Exercise Planning Team to help implement improvements in future 

exercises because this contributes to several portions of the After Action 

Report (AAR)/Improvement Plan (IP). 

performanceobjective-level 

analysis 

This type of analysis assesses whether the larger team adequately 

performed all tasks in accordance with approved plans, policies, procedures, 

and agreements. 

planning 

conferences 

Planning conferences are forums held by the Exercise Planning Team to 

design and develop the exercise. The scope, type, and complexity of an 

exercise should determine the number of conferences necessary to 

successfully conduct an exercise. These milestones of the exercise planning 

process are typically comprised of the Initial Planning Conference (IPC), the 

Midterm Planning Conference, and the Final Planning Conference (FPC). 

Potential additional exercise planning conferences include the Concept and 

Objectives (C&O) Meeting, the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) 

Conference, and the Red Team Planning Conference. Discussion-based 

exercises usually only convene IPCs and FPCs, whereas operations-based 

exercises may call for all the standard conferences. 

Planning Section The Planning Section of the Exercise Planning Team is responsible for 

compiling and developing all exercise documentation. To accomplish this 

effectively, the Planning Section also collects and reviews policies, plans, and 

procedures that will be tested in the exercise. During the exercise, the 

Planning Section may be responsible for developing simulated actions by 

agencies not participating in the exercise and setting up a Simulation Cell 

(SimCell), if necessary. 

player Players have an active role in preventing, responding to, or recovering from 

the risks and hazards presented in the exercise scenario. Players initiate 

actions that will respond to and/or mitigate the simulated emergency. In a 

discussion-based exercise, this is done by discussing their regular roles and 

responsibilities. In an operations-based exercise, this is done by performing 

their regular roles and responsibilities. 

Player Briefing A Player Briefing is held immediately before an operations-based exercise 

and addresses individual roles and responsibilities, exercise parameters, 

safety, badges, and any other logistical items. For a drill or full-scale exercise 

(FSE), Player Briefings typically occur in the assembly area. 
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preparedness The preparedness mission is the range of deliberate, critical tasks and 

activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the operational capability 

to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from domestic incidents. 

Preparedness is a continuous process involving efforts at all levels of 

government and between government, private-sector, and nongovernmental 

organizations to identify threats, determine vulnerabilities, and identify 

required resources. It is also the existence of plans, procedures, policies, 

training, and equipment necessary at the Federal, State, and local levels to 

maximize the ability to prevent, respond to, and recover from major incidents. 

The term "readiness” is used interchangeably with preparedness. 

press release A press release is developed and disseminated before an exercise and given 

to media representatives, the public, observers, and VIPs. Press releases 

typically include an introduction, purpose, scope, duration, general scenario, 

and participating agencies. 

prevention exercises Prevention exercises can be either discussion- or operations-based and may 

focus on issues that pertain to information and intelligence sharing, credible 

threats, surveillance, and/or opposing force or Red Team activity. 

prevention The prevention mission area encompasses activities that serve to detect and 

disrupt terrorist threats or actions against the United States and its interests. 

They are actions taken to avoid an incident or to intervene to stop an incident 

from occurring and involve actions taken to prevent the loss of lives and 

property. Prevention involves applying intelligence and other information to a 

range of activities that may include such countermeasures as deterrence 

operations; heightened inspections; improved surveillance and security 

operations; investigations to determine the full nature and source of the 

threat; public health and agricultural surveillance and testing processes; 

immunizations, isolation, or quarantine; and, as appropriate, specific law 

enforcement operations aimed at deterring, preempting, interdicting, or 

disrupting illegal activity and apprehending potential perpetrators and 

bringing them to justice. Prevention also includes activities undertaken by the 

first responder community during the early stages of an incident to reduce the 

likelihood or consequences of threatened or actual terrorist attacks. 

prevention exercises Prevention exercises can be either discussion- or operations-based and may 

focus on issues that pertain to information and intelligence sharing, credible 

threats, surveillance, and/or opposing force or Red Team activity. (See also 

Terrorism Prevention Exercise Program.) 
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principal level 

exercise (PLE) 

PLEs establish and clarify roles and responsibilities, strategy, and policy for 

U.S. Government activities. The National Exercise Program (NEP) includes 

four NEP Tier I discussion-based PLEs annually, requiring participation of all 

appropriate department and agency principals (or their deputies) who may be 

used to advance development of policy and plans. Of the four PLEs, one PLE 

serves as a preparatory event for the annual national level exercise (NLE). 

PLEs address emerging threats and issues requiring senior-level attention. 

To ensure the flexibility to address emerging needs, the topic for one of these 

PLEs is not decided until the year of its conduct. The U.S. Department of 

Homeland Security (DHS) is responsible for PLE conduct in consultation with 

the Homeland Security Council and National Security Council staffs, with 

technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and 

appropriate assistance from all other departments and agencies. 

private-sector 

coordination 

This term refers to the inclusion of major community businesses and facilities 

into preparedness initiatives. 

procedural flow 

(ProFlow) 

The ProFlow is an exercise document that outlines a sequential flow of 

actions anticipated from participating organizations in response to a 

hypothetical situation. The ProFlow allows controllers and evaluators to track 

and monitor expected actions to ensure their completion at designated times. 

The ProFlow differs from the Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) in that it 

contains only expected player actions such as establishing decontamination, 

triage, treatment, and transport. Typically, ProFlows are only produced for 

large-scale, complex exercises. 

project management Effective exercise project management ensures identification, development, 

and management of critical and supportive activities; frequent communication 

about project status; and use of management plans and timelines (e.g., 

project management timeline, scheduling software, Gantt charts). 

project management 

timeline 

The project management timeline is a tool that lists key dates and 

milestones—as well as critical exercise planning responsibilities—upon which 

the Exercise Planning Team agrees. 

props Props are nonfunctional replications of objects. The presence or discovery of 

props requires certain actions by exercise players. Examples of props include 

simulated bombs, bomb blast debris (shrapnel), mannequins or body parts, 

and foam bricks and beams. Simulants that mimic the effects of chemical or 

radiological hazards or that cause a positive reading of an actual detection 

device are also considered props. 

protection The protection mission area includes actions to reduce the vulnerability of 

critical infrastructure or key resources to deter, mitigate, or neutralize terrorist 

attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. Protection focuses on 

deterrence, mitigation, and response-oriented activities to prevent an attack 

from occurring, whereas prevention centers on the recognition of threats via 

information sharing and intelligence analysis. 
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public 

announcement 

A public announcement is given to the public before any operations-based 

exercise to alleviate confusion for passing motorists and pedestrians and 

help the public avoid congestion near the exercise site by providing 

suggestions for alternate routes. Announcements can be made on local 

television or radio, in local newspapers, through mass mailings or pamphlets, 

and/or on signs near the exercise site. 

purpose The purpose is a broad statement of the reason the exercise is being 

conducted. The purpose should explain what elements are to be assessed, 

evaluated, or measured. 
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Radiological 

Emergency 

Preparedness (REP) 

Program 

FEMA established the REP Program to ensure the public health and safety of 

citizens living around commercial nuclear power plants by protecting them in 

the event of a nuclear power station accident and informing and educating 

the public about radiological emergency preparedness. 

recommendation Recommendations, based on root-cause analysis, are listed in all After Action 

Report (AAR)/Improvement Plans (IPs). Recommendations are the 

identification of areas for improvement as noted during an exercise. 

recorder A recorder’s primary duty is to capture the activity of the exercise 

participants. He or she does not have an active role in exercise activities. 

recovery The recovery mission area is the development, coordination, and execution 

of service- and site-restoration plans for affected communities and the 

reconstitution of government operations and services through individual, 

private-sector, nongovernmental, and public assistance programs that 

identify needs and define resources; provide housing and promote 

restoration; address long-term care and treatment of affected persons; 

implement additional measures for community restoration; incorporate 

mitigation measures and techniques, as feasible; evaluate the incident to 

identify lessons learned; and develop initiatives to mitigate the effects of 

future incidents. 

Red Team The Red Team is a group of subject matter experts of various disciplinary 

backgrounds who provides an independent peer review of plans and 

processes, acts as the adversary’s advocate, and knowledgeably role plays 

the adversary using a controlled, realistic, interactive process during 

operations planning, training, and exercising. In prevention exercises, this 

group of operators adapts to player decisions and actions according to the 

prescribed adversary’s motivations and tactics, which provide players with 

instant feedback. 

Red Team Handbook The Red Team Handbook is used solely in operations-based prevention 

exercises that employ Red Teams. This document aids Red Team operators, 

safety controllers, and evaluators in the conduct of safe and valid Red Team 

exercise activity. It also provides essential information (not included in any 

other exercise documents) to Red Team operators, which enables them to 

understand their roles in exercise execution. 

Red Team operators Red Team operators portray the physical entity of the adversary in an 

operations-based prevention exercise. Also called the Opposition Force 

(OPFOR). 

Red Team Planning 

Conference 

The Red Team Planning Conference, conducted in preparation for a 

prevention exercise, is held to confirm safety redundancies, rules of exercise 

play, operational plans, and the exercise timeline. 

registration area The registration area is where participants sign in and receive exercise 

identification such as badges or hats. 
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response The response mission area focuses on activities that address the short-term, 

direct effects of an incident. Response includes immediate actions to save 

lives, protect property, and meet basic human needs. Response also 

includes execution of emergency operations procedures and incident 

mitigation activities designed to limit loss of life, personal injury, property 

damage, and other unfavorable outcomes. As indicated by the situation, 

response activities include applying intelligence and other information to 

lessen the effects or consequences of an incident; increasing security 

operations; continuing investigations into the nature and source of the threat; 

conducting ongoing public health and agricultural surveillance and testing 

processes; performing immunizations, isolation, or quarantine; conducting 

specific law enforcement operations aimed at preempting, interdicting, or 

disrupting illegal activity; and apprehending actual perpetrators and bringing 

them to justice. 

response and 

recovery exercises 

These exercises focus on response and recovery aspects of a simulated 

incident. 

response area The response area is a large space where operations occur (e.g., 

decontamination, triage, treatment). 

response route The response route is the path that responding emergency units follow from 

an assembly area to a simulated incident. 

risk-based scenario Risk-based scenarios are scenarios that accurately represent risks facing the 

exercising jurisdiction (including both natural and manmade threats). 

Exercises that use risk-based scenarios enable evaluation of the capabilities 

associated with countering that scenario. 

root-cause analysis Root-cause analysis of the integrated timeline focuses on identifying the most 

basic causal factor for why an expected action did not occur or was not 

performed as expected. 

rules of exercise play In prevention exercises, the rules of exercise play is a comprehensive list of 

rules that provides specific guidance for the behavior of all exercise 

participants. These rules define the boundaries for exercise play; establish 

limits on Red Team activity; ensure that useful information is gathered; and 

most importantly, ensure participant safety. 
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safety controller The safety controller is responsible for monitoring exercise safety during 

setup, conduct, and cleanup of the exercise. All exercise controllers assist 

the safety controller by reporting any safety concerns. The safety controller 

should not be confused with the safety officer, who is identified by the 

incident commander during exercise play. 

scenario A scenario provides the backdrop and storyline that drive an exercise. The 

first step in designing a scenario is determining the type of threat/hazard 

(e.g., chemical, explosive, cyber, natural disaster) to be used in an exercise. 

The hazards selected for an exercise should realistically stress the 

capabilities a jurisdiction is attempting to improve through its exercise 

programs. A hazard should also be a realistic representation of potential 

threats faced by the exercising jurisdiction. For discussion-based exercises, a 

scenario provides the backdrop that drives participant discussion. For 

operations-based exercises, the scenario should provide background 

information on the incident catalyst of the exercise. For prevention exercises, 

the scenario should include the ground truth. 

scheduler This is a role within the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) System. The 

scheduler assists the Exercise Administrative Authority (EAA). The EAA will 

designate certain users as schedulers in their scheduling domain. Schedulers 

can recommend adding new schedulers to a domain, but they must be 

approved by the EAA. Schedulers can submit exercises for the EAA’s 

approval. Only schedulers and EAAs can submit exercises to the national 

calendar, and only EAAs can approve exercises. 

scope Scope is an indicator of the level of government or private-sector participation 

in exercise play, regardless of participant size. Scope levels include local, 

multilocal, regional (within a State), State, multistate, Federal, national, 

international, and private sector. 

seminar Seminars orient participants to authorities, strategies, plans, policies, 

procedures, protocols, resources, concepts, and ideas. Seminars provide a 

good starting point for jurisdictions that are developing or making major 

changes to their plans and procedures. 

senior controller The senior controller is responsible for the overall organization of the 

exercise. The senior controller monitors exercise progress and coordinates 

decisions regarding deviations or significant changes to the scenario caused 

by unexpected developments during play. The senior controller monitors 

actions by individual controllers and ensures they implement all designated 

and modified actions at the appropriate time. The senior controller debriefs 

controllers and evaluators after the exercise and oversees the setup and 

takedown of the exercise. 

simulation (1) An electronic simulation is a method for predicting the results of 

implementing a model over time. (2) Simulation of nonparticipating personnel 

and agencies is a technique for increasing realism in exercises. 
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Simulation Cell 

(SimCell) 

The SimCell is an exercise area where controllers generate and deliver 

injects and receive player responses to nonparticipating organizations, 

agencies, and individuals who would likely participate in an actual incident. 

Physically, the SimCell is a working location for a number of qualified 

professionals who portray representatives of nonparticipating organizations, 

agencies, and individuals who would likely participate during an actual 

incident. 

simulators Simulators are control staff personnel who role play as nonparticipating 

organizations or individuals. They most often operate out of the Simulation 

Cell (SimCell) but may occasionally have face-to-face contact with players. 

Simulators function semi-independently under the supervision of SimCell 

controllers, enacting roles (e.g., as media reporters or next-of-kin) in 

accordance with instructions provided in the Master Scenario Events List 

(MSEL). All simulators are ultimately accountable to the exercise director and 

senior controller. 

Situation Manual 

(SitMan) 

The SitMan is a handbook provided to all participants in discussion-based 

exercises, particularly tabletop exercises (TTXs). The SitMan provides 

background information on the exercise scope, schedule, and objectives. It 

presents the scenario narrative that will drive participant discussions. The 

SitMan should mirror the exercise briefing, support the scenario narrative, 

and allow participants to read along while watching events unfold. 

special effects Special effects are technical, mechanical, or electronic scenario 

enhancements. Special effects typically require trained and licensed 

personnel, special permission for use, and additional safety and/or security 

precautions. Examples include use of pyrotechnics or explosives. 

sponsor The sponsor is the primary funding organization for an exercise. 

State Event 

Administering Authority 

(State EAA) 

This is a role within the Corrective Action Program (CAP) System. The State 

EAA is responsible for coordinating preparedness exercises at the State 

level, generally for a homeland security or emergency management agency. 

The State EAA can view improvement plans where their organization has 

been assigned a formal role for an event or where the State EAA's 

organization sponsored the exercise. The State EAA is responsible for 

creating new events but also has access to all reporting functions available in 

the system. 

subject matter expert 

(SME) 

SMEs add functional knowledge and expertise in a specific area or in 

performing a specialized job, task, or skill to the Exercise Planning Team. 

They help make the scenario realistic and plausible and ensure jurisdictions 

have the appropriate capabilities to respond. SMEs are ideal for the positions 

of controllers and evaluators. 

support staff The exercise support staff includes individuals who are assigned 

administrative and logistical support tasks during the exercise (e.g., 

registration, catering). 
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symptomatology card Symptomatology cards are provided to each actor in a response-focused 

exercise. Each card is unique, containing the signs and symptoms the actor 

will portray as well as information for medical providers. The actors are 

instructed to keep these cards with them at all times during the exercise and 

to not step out of character except in the event of a real emergency. At a 

minimum, symptomatology cards should include vital signs, symptoms, 

trauma injuries, acting instructions (e.g., disorientation, emotional distress), 

and special needs (e.g., language barriers, physical limitations). 

synchronization Synchronization is the comparison of schedules to resolve scheduling 

conflicts and identify opportunities for collaboration to maximize resources. In 

HSEEP, this is a critical element of the National Exercise Schedule (NEXS) 

and is facilitated by the NEXS System in the HSEEP Toolkit. 
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tabletop exercise 

(TTX) 

TTXs are intended to stimulate discussion of various issues regarding a 

hypothetical situation. They can be used to assess plans, policies, and 

procedures or to assess types of systems needed to guide the prevention of, 

response to, or recovery from a defined incident. During a TTX, senior staff 

members, elected or appointed officials, or other key personnel meet in an 

informal setting to discuss simulated situations. TTXs are typically aimed at 

facilitating understanding of concepts, identifying strengths and shortfalls, 

and/or achieving a change in attitude. Participants are encouraged to discuss 

issues in depth and develop decisions through slow-paced problem-solving 

rather than the rapid, spontaneous decisionmaking that occurs under actual 

or simulated emergency conditions. TTXs can be breakout (i.e., groups split 

into functional areas) or plenary (i.e., one large group). 

Target Capabilities List 

(TCL) 

The TCL is a list of capabilities that provides guidance on the specific 

capabilities that Federal, State, tribal, and local entities are expected to 

develop and maintain to prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover 

from incidents of national significance, including terrorism or natural 

disasters, to maintain the level of preparedness set forth in the National 

Preparedness Guidelines. The TCL is grouped into four mission areas. 

task Tasks are specific, discrete actions that individuals or groups must complete 

or discuss during an exercise to successfully carry out an activity. Successful 

execution of performance measures and tasks, either sequentially or in 

parallel, is the foundation for activities, which are, in turn, the foundation of 

capabilities. 

task-level analysis Task-level analysis examines the ability of individual players or functional 

areas to perform a required task during an exercise. Task-level analysis can 

help identify the shortcomings or errors preventing demonstration of a 

capability. Task-level analysis helps jurisdictions and organizations analyze 

shortcomings and target planning, equipment, and training resources to 

improve their capabilities. 

task-level performance 

analysis 

Task-level performance analysis describes the ability of individual players or 

teams to perform a required task during an exercise. It answers the question 

“Did the individuals or team carry out the task in the way that you expected 

and that achieved the functional goal?” 

Terrorism Prevention 

Exercise Program 

(TPEP) 

The TPEP is dedicated to providing participants at the Federal, State, tribal, 

and local levels the tools needed to demonstrate, evaluate, and improve the 

capability to prevent terrorism through information- and intelligence-based 

exercises. The TPEP uses HSEEP methodology but focuses on preincident 

operations. 

Training and Exercise 

Planning Workshop 

(TEPW) 

A TEPW is usually conducted to create a Multiyear Training and Exercise 

Plan. During the workshop, participants review priority preparedness 

capabilities and coordinate exercise and training activities that can improve 

those capabilities. As a result of the workshop, the Multiyear Training and 

Exercise Plan outlines multiyear timelines and milestones for the execution of 

specific training and exercise activities. 

trusted agent Trusted agents are the individuals on the Exercise Planning Team who are 

trusted not to reveal the scenario details to players before the exercise. 
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Universal Adversary 

(UA) 

The UA, a fictional adversary, is an exercise tool that compiles known 

terrorist motivations, doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures in live, 

virtual, and constructive simulations. A UA is employed to build the ground 

truth and anticipated countermoves for prevention-focused exercises. 

Universal Adversary 

(UA)advisor 

In prevention exercises, the UA advisor is responsible for providing the 

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) and Red Team developers with realistic 

scenario and timeline guidance based on expertise in the given UA threat 

category or local threat environment. 

Universal Adversary 

(UA) profile 

The Universal Adversary (UA) profile provides detailed background 

information on the threat category being portrayed, including the typology, 

ideology, motivation, tactics, capability, objective, and individuals associated 

with the fictional group. 

Universal Task List 

(UTL) 

The UTL is a comprehensive menu of tasks derived from all tasks that may 

be performed in major incidents as illustrated by the National Planning 

Scenarios. Entities at all levels of government should use the UTL as a 

reference to help them develop proficiency through training and exercises to 

perform their assigned missions and tasks during major incidents. 
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V 

Term Description 

venue A venue is the primary location of exercise conduct. In operations-based 

exercises, this is typically the facility or site the scenario will affect. For 

example, if a nonpersistent chemical agent (e.g., sarin) is selected as the 

threat/hazard, the venue should not be an open-air facility (e.g., stadium, 

park) because of the agent’s dissipating characteristics. (Note: The venue 

used to conduct the exercise does not necessarily have to be the same 

venue described in the exercise scenario. For example, a stadium parking lot 

may be used to simulate an airport runway). 

venue control cell 

(VCC) 

The VCC is the location from where controllers run the exercise, in the event 

that the exercise occurs at multiple venues. 
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W 

Term Description 

workshop The workshop, a type of discussion-based exercise, represents the second 

tier of exercises in the building-block approach. Although similar to seminars, 

workshops differ in two important aspects: increased participant interaction 

and a focus on achieving or building a product (e.g., plans, policies). A 

workshop is typically used to test new ideas, processes, or procedures; train 

groups in coordinated activities; and obtain consensus. Workshops often use 

breakout sessions to explore parts of an issue with smaller groups. 
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Term Description 

Absorption The process of an agent being taken in by a surface (e.g., clothing, fabrics, wood) 

much like a sponge with water 

Aerobe A microorganism that lives and grows in the presence of oxygen 

Aerosol Fine liquid or solid particles suspended in air (e.g., fog or smoke) 

Agent dosage Refers to the lethal dose, 50 percent (LD50), a measure of the dose or quantity of a 

given agent that will be lethal to 50 percent of the target group. The lower the LD50, 

the less amount of agent is required and the more potent the agent. 

Anaerobe A microorganism that lives and grows in the complete or nearly complete absence 

of oxygen (e.g., Clostridium botulinum) 

Antibiotic A chemical substance that inhibits the growth of or kills microorganisms. Antibiotics 

can be taken before or after exposure. 

Antidote A substance that neutralizes toxic agents or their effects 

Antiserum The liquid part of blood containing antibodies 

Bacteria Single-celled organisms that multiply by cell division and can cause disease in 

humans, plants, or animals 

Biochemicals The chemicals that make up or are produced by living things 

Biological 

weapons

The intentional use of biological agents as weapons to kill or injure humans, 

animals, or plants, or to damage equipment 

Biological 

weapons agents

Living organisms or the chemical compounds derived from them that cause disease 

or disrupt physiological activity in humans, animals, or plants, or cause deterioration 

of material. Biological agents may be used as liquid droplets, aerosols, or dry 

powders. 

Bioregulators Biochemicals that regulate bodily functions. Bioregulators that are produced by the 

body are termed “endogenous.” Some of these bioregulators can be chemically 

synthesized. 

Causative agent The organism or toxin responsible for causing a specific disease or harmful effect 

Ceiling exposure 

value

The maximum airborne concentration of a biological or chemical agent to which a 

worker may be exposed at any time 

CNS Central nervous system 

CNS depressants Compounds with the predominant effect of depressing or blocking the activity of the 

CNS. The primary mental effects include disruption of the ability to think, sedation, 

and lack of motivation. 

CNS stimulants Compounds with the predominant effect of flooding the brain with too much 

information. The primary mental effect is loss of concentration, which causes 

indecisiveness and the inability to act in a sustained, purposeful manner. 

Conjunctivitis An inflammation of the conjunctiva, usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or an 

allergy 

Consequence 

management 

Measures to alleviate the damage, loss, hardship, or suffering caused by 

emergencies. It includes measures to restore essential government service, protect 

public health and safety, and provide emergency relief to affected governments, 

businesses, and individuals. 

Contagious The ability of a biological agent to be transmitted from one person to another or from 

a living disease vector to humans 
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Term Description 

Crisis 

management

Measures to resolve the hostile situation, investigate, and prepare a criminal case 

for prosecution under Federal law 

Culture A population of microorganisms grown in a medium 

Cutaneous Pertaining to the skin 

Decontamination The process of making any person, object, or area safe by absorbing, destroying, 

neutralizing, making harmless, or removing the hazardous material 

Endotoxin A toxin contained in the cell walls of some microorganisms, especially Grampositive bacteria, that is released when the bacterium dies and is broken down in 

the body 

Eubacterium A genus of Gram-positive anaerobic rod-shaped bacteria normally found in soil and 

water. The organisms are also found in the skin and body cavities of humans and 

other mammals, where they may cause soft-tissue infections. 

Exotoxin A toxin secreted or excreted by a living microorganism 

Fungi Any group of plants mainly characterized by the absence of chlorophyll, the greencolored compound found in other plants. Fungi range from microscopic single-celled 

plant (e.g., mold and mildews) to large plants (e.g., mushrooms). 

Gram stain The method of staining microorganisms using a violet stain, followed by an iodine 

solution; decolorizing with an alcohol or acetone solution; and counterstaining with 

safranin. The retention of either the violet color of the stain or the pink color of the 

counterstain is a primary means of identifying and classifying bacteria. Grampositive organisms retain the stain and are penicillin sensitive. 

Host An animal or plant that harbors or nourishes another organism 

IDLH Concentrations immediately dangerous to life and health 

Incubation period The time between exposure and the appearance of symptoms. This time period is 

governed by a range of factors, including the initial dose, virulence, route of entry, 

rate of replication, and immunological variables. 

Infectious agents Biological agents capable of reproducing in an infected host 

Infectivity 1. The ability of an organism to spread 

2. The number of organisms required to cause and infection to secondary hosts 

3. The capability of an organism to spread out from the site of infection and cause 

disease in the host organism 

Infectivity can also be viewed as the number of organisms required to cause an 

infection. 

Level A 

protection

The level of protective equipment in situations where the material is considered 

acutely vapor toxic to the skin and hazards are unknown. Full encapsulation, airtight 

chemical suit with self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or supplied-air 

breathing apparatus (SABA) 

Level B 

protection

The level of protective equipment in situations where the environment is not 

considered acutely vapor toxic to skin but may cause respiratory effects. Chemical 

splash suit or full coverage, nonairtight chemical suit with SCBA or SABA 

Level C 

protection

The level of protective equipment required to prevent respiratory exposure but not to 

exclude possible skin contact. Chemical splash suit with cartridge respirator 
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Term Description 

Level D 

protection

The level of protective equipment required when the atmosphere contains no known 

hazard, when splashes, immersions, inhalation, or contact with hazardous levels of 

any chemical are precluded. Work uniform such as coveralls, boots, leather gloves, 

and hard hat

Methods of 

dissemination

Refers to the range of technologies and platforms that are available or that can be 

produced to deliver biological agents into the atmosphere

Microorganism Any organism—such as bacteria, rickettsia, virii, and some fungi—that can be seen 

only with a microscope 

Mycotoxin A nonprotein toxin produced by fungi 

Organism Any individual living thing, whether animal or plant 

PAPR Powered air-purifying respirator 

Parasite Any organism that lives in or on another organism without providing benefit in return 

Pathogen Any organism (usually living) capable of producing serious disease or death such as 

bacteria, fungi, rickettsia, and viruses 

Pathogenic agent Biological agents capable of causing serious diseases 

Pathogenicity Reflects the ability of an infectious agent to cause disease in a host once the 

requisite number of microorganisms penetrates the body to initiate infection. An 

infectious agent must then multiply to cause disease. 

Percutaneous 

agent

Agents able to be absorbed through the body 

Reconnaissance A primary survey to gather information 

Rhinorrhea A runny nose 

Rickettsia Any of a family (Rickettsiaceae) of pleomorphic, rod-shaped, nonfilterable 

microorganisms that cause various diseases (e.g., Q fever, typhus, or Rocky 

Mountain spotted fever). Rickettsial agents are not infective and are usually 

transmitted from person to person via vectors (e.g., insects or infected rodents). 

SABA Supplied-air breathing apparatus 

SCBA Self-contained breathing apparatus 

Spore A reproductive form some microorganisms can take to become resistant to 

environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold, while in a “resting phase” 

Stability The ability of a biological agent to remain viable either in storage or when released 

into the atmosphere. A broad range of variables regulates agent stability. In 

particular, many biological agents are extremely sensitive to environmental 

pressures, including temperature, atmospheric pollution, humidity, moisture, and 

ultraviolet radiation. Meteorological factors such as diffusion constraints and wind 

speed and direction will also determine the success of a biological agent release. 

Terrorism A violent act or an act dangerous to human life, in violation of the criminal laws of 

the United States or any segment, to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian 

population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives 

(U.S. Department of Justice) 

Toxicity A measure of the harmful effect produced by a given amount of toxin on a living 

organism. The relative toxicity of an agent can be expressed in milligrams of toxin 

needed per kilogram of body weight to kill experimental animals. 

Transmissibility The ability of a particular biological agent to be passed between organisms 
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Term Description 

Triage Sorting; a technique of establishing rescues, decontamination, treatment, and 

transportation priorities in any event where the number of casualties overwhelm the 

resources of the emergency response organizations 

Vaccine A preparation of killed or weakened microorganism products used to artificially 

induce immunity against a disease 

Virulence The relative severity of the disease produced by a particular biological agent. 

Different microorganisms and strains of the same microorganism may cause 

diseases of varying severity. 

Virus An infectious microorganism that exists as a particle rather than as a complete cell. 

Particle sizes range from 200 to 400 nanometers (1 billionth of a meter). Viruses are 

not capable of reproducing outside a host cell. 

Wheal An acute swelling of the skin. This condition is common to a bee sting. 
HSEEP 

Exercise Program Resources 

Training Opportunities 

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A range of exercise training courses and programs are available from various sources. Types of 

exercise training are described below. 

Independent Study 

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute (EMI) 

is working to incorporate the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) 

guidance and methodology into a variety of existing EMI exercise training courses. Periodic EMI 

newsletters describe course content and availability. Additional information is available at 

training.fema.gov/emiweb. 

Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Training 

For the classroom, FEMA is developing an enhanced comprehensive HSEEP training course. 

This scalable, modular course will take students through the full spectrum of exercise design, 

development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning. 

Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEPP) 

The EMI Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEPP) is a performance-based curriculum 

focusing on the competencies required to plan, develop, design, conduct, and evaluate 

jurisdiction-specific exercises. The resident MEPP consists of three resident courses and eight 

proficiency demonstration activities, and the nonresident MEPP requires completion of several 

independent study courses and several additional courses administered by the appropriate State 

emergency management agency. A nonresident MEPP candidate may complete the training and 

proficiency demonstration requirements by enrolling in the exercise practicum, a unique selfdirected and self-negotiated series of 11 proficiency demonstrations. The MEPP candidate is 

challenged to apply the knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired through participation in 

comprehensive exercise curriculum courses to emergency management exercises. Additional 

information is available at training.fema.gov/emiweb.

State-Provided Exercise Training 

Many States offer exercise design, conduct, evaluation, and program management courses 

through State-run training centers or in conjunction with Federal agencies. For example, the 

California Office of Emergency Services’ Readiness Program includes several exercise-related 

training courses for members of the California homeland security community. New Jersey and 

New York engage responders in and provide credit for participation in the FEMA Professional 

Development Series and Advanced Professional Series, each of which involve exercise design 

and management courses. Numerous States (e.g., Florida) provide regular HSEEP evaluation 

methodology training for exercise planners statewide. 
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides a range of assistance so 

jurisdictions and organizations can implement effective exercises. Types of assistance are 

described below. 

GRANT FUNDS

States receive an annual allocation of grant funds from the DHS and may use a portion of these 

funds to enhance the prevention and response capabilities of States and local jurisdictions 

through exercises. These grant funds, which must be used in accordance with the State 

Homeland Security Strategy, are described in more detail in the Homeland Security Grant 

Program application for the most recent fiscal year, available at www.dhs.gov/xopnbiz/grants. 

Grant funds can be combined with funds from other agencies to support a single exercise or set 

of exercises. 

EXERCISE TRAINING 

Independent Study 

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute (EMI) 

is incorporating Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) guidance and 

methodology into a variety of existing exercise training courses. Periodic EMI newsletters 

describe course content and availability. Additional information is available at 

http://training.fema.gov. 

HSEEP Training 

For the classroom, the DHS is currently developing an enhanced comprehensive HSEEP training 

course. This scalable, modular course will take students through the full spectrum of exercise 

design, development, conduct, evaluation, and improvement planning. 

Master Exercise Practitioner Program (MEPP) 

The EMI MEPP is a performance-based curriculum that focuses on the competencies required to 

plan, develop, design, conduct, and evaluate jurisdiction-specific exercises. The resident MEPP 

consists of three resident courses and eight proficiency demonstration activities, and the 

nonresident MEPP requires completion of several independent study courses and several 

additional courses administered by the appropriate State emergency management agency. A 

nonresident MEPP candidate may complete the training and proficiency demonstration 

requirements by enrolling in the exercise practicum, a unique self-directed series of 11 

proficiency demonstrations. The MEPP candidate is challenged to apply the knowledge, skills, 

and abilities acquired through participation in Comprehensive Exercise Curriculum courses to 

emergency management exercises. Additional information is available at 

http://training.fema.gov. 

State-Provided Exercise Training 

Many States offer exercise design, conduct, evaluation, and program management courses 

through State-run training centers or in conjunction with Federal agencies. For example, the 

California Office of Emergency Services’ Readiness Program includes several exercise-related 

training courses for members of the California homeland security community. New Jersey and 
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New York engage responders in and provide credit for participation in the FEMA Professional 

Development Series and Advanced Professional Series, each of which involves exercise design 

and management courses. Numerous States, including Florida, provide regular HSEEP 

evaluation methodology training for exercise planners statewide. 

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

The DHS provides technical assistance to help jurisdictions resolve problems and create 

innovative approaches to preparedness. Technical assistance is available to conduct workshops, 

address the findings of After Action Reports (AARs) and Improvement Plans (IPs), prepare 

jurisdictions to conduct exercises, guide use of capabilities-based planning tools, and assist with 

other focused program activities. 

TECHNOLOGY

HSEEP Web Site 

All HSEEP reference manuals and materials are available on the HSEEP Web site and in the 

HSEEP Volume IV Library, which provides an environment in which exercise documents and 

materials are posted and continually updated or enhanced. Exercise guidance is found in HSEEP 

Volumes I through III, and the HSEEP Volume IV Library contains sample exercise 

documentation. 

HSEEP Toolkit 

The HSEEP Toolkit provides users with a scheduling tool, project management tool, and 

comprehensive tutorial for the design, development, conduct, and evaluation of exercises. This 

step-by-step program equips exercise planners with the appropriate templates and guidance for 

developing master task lists, timelines, and exercise documentation in an online, user-friendly 

environment. The HSEEP Toolkit can be accessed from the HSEEP Web site. Any user can 

create a new exercise; however, existing exercises require permission from the lead exercise 

planner. 

Lessons Learned Information Sharing (LLIS) 

Exercises and the resulting AARs and IPs not only provide lessons for exercise participants, they 

offer a valuable source of information that can be analyzed at the national level to identify 

lessons learned and best practices that can be shared to enhance preparedness across the country. 

Lessons learned encompass knowledge and experience, both positive and negative, derived from 

observations and the study of actual operations, training, and exercises. Best practices encompass 

peer-validated techniques, procedures, and solutions that work and are solidly grounded in actual 

experience in operations, training, and exercises. Exercise AARs should identify lessons and 

highlight exemplary practices and may be submitted for inclusion in the LLIS system 

(www.llis.gov), which serves as a national network for generating, validating, and disseminating 

lessons learned and best practices. 

This network, developed by the Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism (MIPT) with 

support and oversight from the DHS, is designed to help emergency responders, homeland 

security officials, and healthcare professionals learn from each other and share information. LLIS 
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offers access to a wide variety of original best practices and lessons learned, developed in 

consultation with frontline emergency responders and validated by emergency response and 

homeland security professionals. In addition to providing original best practices and lessons 

learned, the system also serves as a clearinghouse for domestic preparedness documents, 

exercises, events, and news. 
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Border and Transportation Security: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) 

The TSA is responsible for intermodal transportation security planning, prevention and 

protection measures, and preparedness initiatives. The TSA is implementing a National 

Intermodal Transportation Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (NITSEEP) as a 

mechanism to evaluate the effectiveness of the transportation industry’s security plans and 

ensure the national transportation system’s preparedness to withstand or respond to a terrorist 

attack. The TSA recognizes the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) 

as an effective tool for the transportation industry to use to meet the intent of TSA regulations. 

Therefore, the TSA recommends that owners and operators subject to its regulations follow the 

guidelines set forth in HSEEP to fulfill the program requirements. This will increase the 

awareness of responsible agencies of the critical processes, issues, and activities that arise during 

and following a transportation security incident as well as mitigation strategies. 

The TSA will deliver a series of exercises and requisite training to port communities to: 

 Foster and support institutional relationships within the port environment, including the 

transportation industry, transportation security managers, emergency managers, 

enforcement agencies, emergency responders, medical professionals, media and security 

personnel, and all others involved in preparing for and responding to a transportation 

security incident 

 Develop stakeholder proficiency with checklists and standard operating procedures 

(SOPs) for continuity of transportation operations during and after a transportation 

security incident, and recommend training and other actions based on evaluated exercises 

 Establish an environment conducive to supporting a sustained information sharing 

process and routine interaction between responsible agencies and the transportation 

industry involved in managing transportation systems during a transportation security 

incident 

Emergency Preparedness and Response: Federal Emergency Management Agency 

(FEMA) 

Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP) 

The CSEPP is a partnership between FEMA and the U.S. Army that intends to help communities 

surrounding the eight U.S. chemical stockpile sites enhance their abilities to respond to a 

chemical agent emergency. CSEPP exercises focus on partnerships among Federal, State, and 

local jurisdictions involved in the program, which is administered through the States. 

CSEPP communities have been recognized nationally for their ability to respond to all hazards. 

Many of the lessons learned via CSEPP are used in industry; CSEPP uses partnerships with other 

public safety organizations to ensure that this knowledge has the greatest benefit for the most 

people. 

CSEPP activities include: 

 Improving public warning capabilities 

 Building and upgrading state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) 
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 Training emergency managers and first responders 

 Conducting functional exercises (FEs) to improve readiness 

 Increasing public knowledge and understanding of protective actions 

 Installing and testing filtration systems for schools to ensure children’s safety 

 Studying emergency response options to determine the best way to protect communities 

 Training doctors and nurses to treat victims of chemical agent exposure 

Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP) Program 

The mission of the REP Program is to enhance planning, preparedness, and response for all types 

of peacetime radiological emergencies among Federal, State, and local governments and the 

private sector and to ensure that adequate offsite emergency plans and preparedness are in place 

and can be implemented by State and local governments. Emergency plans must protect the 

health and safety of the public living in the vicinity of commercial nuclear power plants and must 

be evaluated through biennial exercises. 

Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) 

The purpose of the MMRS is to develop or enhance existing emergency preparedness systems to 

effectively respond to a public health crisis, especially a weapons of mass destruction (WMD) 

incident. Through preparation and coordination, local law enforcement, fire, hazardous materials 

(HazMat), emergency medical services (EMS), hospital, public health, and other first-responder 

personnel plan how to more effectively respond during the first 48 hours of a public health crisis. 

U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) 

National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program (PREP) 

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program (PREP) 

establishes an exercise program that meets the intent of section 4202(a) of the Oil Pollution Act 

of 1990 (OPA 90), amending section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act 

(FWPCA). 

As described in the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP 40 

CFR 300), PREP focuses on exercise and evaluation of government area contingency plans and 

industry spill response plans (i.e., oil and hazardous substances). PREP is a coordinated effort of 

the four Federal agencies with responsibility for oversight of private-sector oil and hazardous 

substance pollution response preparedness: the USCG, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 

(EPA), U.S. Department of Transportation Research and Special Programs Administration, and 

U.S. Department of the Interior Minerals Management Service. These agencies worked with 

Federal, State, and local governments; the oil and marine transportation industry; cleanup 

contractors; and the general public to develop the program. 

PREP meets the OPA mandate for exercises and represents minimum guidelines for ensuring 

overall preparedness within the response community. It also recognizes the economic and 

operational constraints faced by those affected by the exercise requirements. The guidelines, 

which are reviewed periodically through a public workshop process, outline an exercise program 

that satisfies the exercise requirements of the four Federal regulatory agencies. 
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PREP requires each industry response plan holder and government area contingency plan holder 

to engage in a series of exercises aimed at assessing the entire plan over a 3-year cycle. Most of 

these exercises are conducted wholly within the plan holder’s organization each year, including: 

 Quarterly notification exercise to assess internal communications and coordination 

 Quarterly emergency procedures exercise to assess initial actions of facility or vessel 

personnel in the event of a spill emergency 

 Equipment deployment exercise to assess capability of response personnel and equipment 

in executing response strategies contained in the plan (semiannually if owned, annually if 

contracted) 

 Annual spill management team exercise to assess plan holder’s spill response 

management organization and its ability to implement and manage response plan 

strategies and resources 

 Unannounced exercise using one or more of the above exercise types to assess ongoing 

readiness to respond quickly in an emergency (at least annually) 

Government and industry plan holders also interact in external exercises. For example: 

 Federal agencies initiated a maximum of four unannounced exercises in each contingency 

planning area, in which the government oversight agency requires an industry plan holder 

to initiate response to a small discharge, including equipment mobilization and 

deployment. 

 Once every 3 years, each USCG and EPA contingency planning area holds an area 

exercise involving major joint government and industry plan holders to assess 

cooperation, compatibility, and adequacy of strategies. It must include both the spill 

management team and equipment deployment exercises. 

Spill of National Significance (SONS) Exercise Program 

A SONS is a rare catastrophic oil or hazardous substance spill event that captures national 

attention and requires the coordinated response of multiple Federal and State agencies over an 

extended period of time. 

The USCG SONS Exercise Program increases awareness of USCG response protocols in place 

for responding to a catastrophic spill event. The exercise allows senior administration officials at 

both the regional and national levels to practice emergency interaction with Congress, the States, 

and industry in a nonemergency environment. The program’s major objectives are: 

 Increase national preparedness for a SONS scenario by engaging all levels of spill 

management in a coordinated response. 

 Improve, through practice, the ability of the National Incident Commander (NIC) 

organization to manage a SONS incident. 

 Maintain awareness by agency heads and lawmakers in Washington, D.C., of their role 

during a SONS response. 
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A SONS exercise typically consists of field, regional, and headquarters components all 

connected by a common scenario. The field-level exercise is a full-scale exercise (FSE) that tests 

the area contingency plan for one or more port areas. The NIC-level exercise tests a regional 

contingency plan and internal USCG policy directives and their ability (as they relate to the NIC) 

to effectively manage a SONS and supports the field and headquarters components. The 

headquarters-level exercise brings together senior agency officials and industry representatives to 

discuss interagency issues and responsibilities. It tests the national contingency plan and 

appropriate USCG policy as they relate to a SONS response. 

SONS exercises are conducted approximately every 2 to 3 years, alternating among East Coast, 

Gulf Coast, West Coast, and Great Lakes scenarios. 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/Centers for Disease Control and 

Prevention (CDC) 

Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) Exercises 

An act of terrorism (or a large-scale natural disaster) that targets the U.S. civilian population will 

require rapid access to large quantities of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies; such quantities 

may not be readily available unless special stockpiles are created. No one can anticipate exactly 

where a terrorist will strike, and few State or local governments have the resources to create 

sufficient stockpiles. Therefore, a national stockpile has been created as a resource for all. 

The Homeland Security Act of 2002 tasked the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) 

with defining the goals and performance requirements of the SNS program (formerly the 

National Pharmaceutical Stockpile) as well as managing the actual deployment of its assets. In 

2004, management of the program was returned to the HHS. The HHS works with the DHS and 

other governmental and nongovernmental partners to upgrade the Nation’s response capacity. 

Ensuring capacity is developed at the Federal, State, and local levels to receive, stage, and 

dispense SNS assets is critical to the success of this initiative. 

The SNS program is committed to participating in one external (defined as involving an actual 

deployment of personnel and material) exercise each month. The SNS exercise lifecycle 

formalizes the process the SNS program uses to receive, process, and approve requests for 

exercise participation. The SNS exercise lifecycle spans more than 10 months: 9 months before 

and 1 month after the date of the exercise. Requests for SNS exercise support should be 

submitted a minimum of 9 months before an exercise; SNS exercise support is in high demand 

and may exceed the program’s current capability. The SNS program also needs recovery time to 

refit specialized cargo containers and prepare them for shipment to the next exercise. The 

program prioritizes requests based on the order of receipt; the educational value of the request; 

previous opportunities provided to the requesting agency; resource requirements; and the 

exercise’s proposed goals, objectives, and plans. Only the office of the director has the authority 

to commit SNS program participation in an exercise. 
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Exercise Resources

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The following resources are available from the Federal Emergency Management Agency 

(FEMA) National Exercise Division (NED). 

Grant Funding 

As part of their formula grant awards, States and urban areas receive exercise funding from the 

FEMA NED. These funds may be used for the following purposes: 

 Expenses related to convening a statewide Training and Exercise Planning Workshop 

(TEPW) 

 Hiring of full- or part-time staff members or contractors/consultants to support exercise 

activities 

 Overtime for first responders and exercise management personnel involved in planning 

and conducting exercises 

 Travel associated with planning and conducting exercises 

 Supplies consumed during the course of planning and conducting exercises 

 Costs related to Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) 

implementation, including reporting of scheduled exercises and tracking and reporting of 

After Action Reports (AARs) and Improvement Plans (IPs) from exercises 

 Other costs related to planning and conducting exercise activities, including 

supplementing exercise programs funded or required by other Federal agencies 

Regional Exercise Support Program (RESP)

The Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 enabled FEMA and the U.S. 

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to integrate their support and coordination activities to 

ensure the effectiveness and consistency of ongoing initiatives. To facilitate this integrated 

approach, the Direct Support Program has been aligned with the FEMA regional organizational 

structure as the new Regional Exercise Support Program (RESP). As with the former Direct 

Support Program, the new RESP is HSEEP compliant and continues to serve as a model for 

exercise development and conduct for stakeholders across the Nation. 

The purpose of the RESP is to provide support to regionally coordinated exercise initiatives. The 

RESP supports regional, State, territorial, tribal, local, and Urban Area Security Initiative 

(UASI)-designated metropolitan area exercise initiatives. Specifically, the program provides: 

 Facilitation of TEPWs 

 Delivery of the HSEEP Training Course 

 Exercise support 

The following jurisdictional entities are eligible for exercise support through the RESP: 

 FEMA Regions 

 States 
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 Territories 

 Federally recognized tribes (FRTs) 

 UASI-designated metropolitan areas 

 Local jurisdictions 

All applications originating from States, territories, and FRTs must be coordinated through the 

appropriate FEMA Regional Exercise Officer (REO). Visit 

www.fema.gov/about/contact/regions.shtm to identify the appropriate REO for your application. 

All applications originating from local and UASI-designated metropolitan area jurisdictions must 

be coordinated and submitted through the State Administrative Agency (SAA). 
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This document includes multiple biological agents. It is not necessary to include the entire 

collection when using this information as an appendix. When including this file as an appendix, 

remove all agents except those that are relevant to the exercise. 

Biological agents contained in this document include: 

Anthrax ........................................................................................................................................... 1 

Botulism.......................................................................................................................................... 2 

Brucellosis....................................................................................................................................... 3 

Cholera............................................................................................................................................ 4 

Plague.............................................................................................................................................. 5 

Q Fever............................................................................................................................................ 6 

Ricin................................................................................................................................................ 7 

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B Disease ........................................................................................... 8 

Tricothecene Mycotoxicosis ........................................................................................................... 8 

Tularemia ........................................................................................................................................ 9 

Variola (Smallpox)........................................................................................................................ 10 

Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE) ....................................................................................... 11 

Anthrax 

Description of Agent. Anthrax is a highly lethal infection caused by infection with the Grampositive bacterium Bacillus anthracis. In naturally acquired cases, organisms usually gain 

entrance through skin wounds (causing a localized infection), but may be inhaled or ingested. 

Intentional release by belligerents or terrorist groups would presumably involve the aerosol route 

because the spore form of the bacillus is quite stable and possesses characteristics ideal for the 

generation of aerosols. 

Signs and Symptoms. The incubation period for inhalational anthrax is 1 to 6 days. Fever, 

malaise, fatigue, coughing, and mild chest discomfort are rapidly followed by severe respiratory 

distress with dyspnea, diaphoresis, stridor, and cyanosis. Shock and death occur within 24 to 

36 hours of the onset of severe symptoms. In cases of cutaneous anthrax, a papule develops, then 

vesicates, finally developing into a black eschar surrounded by moderate to severe edema. The 

lesions are usually painless. Without treatment, the disease may progress to septicemia and 

death, with a case fatality rate of 20 percent. With treatment, fatalities are rare. 

Diagnosis. Physical findings are typically nonspecific in inhalational cases, with initial 

complaints of malaise, fever, headache, and possibly substernal chest pain. A widened 

mediastinum is sometimes seen on x-ray late in the course of illness and correlates with a 

pathologic finding of hemorrhagic mediastinitis, the “classic” presentation of inhalational 

anthrax. The bacterium may be detected by a Gram stain of blood and blood culture late in the 

course of the illness. 

Treatment. Although usually ineffective in inhalational cases once symptoms are present, 

antibiotic treatment with high-dose penicillin, ciprofloxacin, or doxycycline should nonetheless 

be administered. Although typically sensitive to penicillin, resistant isolates are readily produced 

in the laboratory. For this reason, in the case of an intentional release and in the absence of 

antibiotic sensitivity data, treatment should be initiated with intravenous ciprofloxacin (400 mg q 
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8 to 12 hours) or intravenous doxycycline (200 mg initially, followed by 100 mg q 12 hours). 

Supportive therapy may be necessary. 

Prophylaxis. A licensed vaccine is available for those at risk of exposure. Vaccination is 

undertaken at 0, 2, and 4 weeks (initial series), followed by booster doses at 6, 12, and 

18 months, and then yearly. Oral ciprofloxacin (500 mg po bid) or doxycycline (100 mg po bid) 

is useful in cases of known or imminent exposure. Following confirmed exposure, all 

nonimmunized individuals should receive three 0.5 ml SQ doses of vaccine during 30 days, 

while those vaccinated with less than three doses prior to exposure should receive an immediate 

0.5 ml booster. Anyone vaccinated with the initial three-dose series in the previous 6 months 

does not require boosters. All exposed personnel should continue antibiotic therapy for 4 weeks. 

If vaccine is unavailable, antibiotics may be continued beyond 4 weeks and should be withdrawn 

only under medical supervision. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Drainage and secretion precautions should be practiced. 

Anthrax is not known to be transmitted via the aerosol route from person to person. Following 

invasive procedures or autopsy, instruments and surfaces should be thoroughly disinfected with a 

sporicidal agent (high-level disinfectants such as iodine or 0.5 percent sodium hypochlorite). 

Outbreak Control. Although anthrax spores may survive in the environment for many years, 

secondary aerosolization of such spores (e.g., pedestrian movement or vehicular traffic) 

generally presents no problem for humans. The carcasses of animals dying in such an 

environment should be burned, and animals subsequently introduced into such an environment 

should be vaccinated. Meat, hides, and carcasses of animals in affected areas should not be 

consumed or handled by untrained and/or unvaccinated personnel. 

Botulism 

Description of Agent. Botulinum toxins are a group of seven related neurotoxins (types A to G) 

produced by the anaerobic bacterium Clostridium botulinum. They are typically formed in 

canned foods and subsequently ingested, although the spore form of the organism may 

occasionally enter the body through wounds or the gastrointestinal tract before germinating and 

producing toxin. Intentional release by belligerents or terrorists would likely involve 

aerosolization of preformed toxin, which could then produce disease via the inhalational route. 

Deliberate contamination of food supplies is also possible. Botulinum toxins act by blocking 

acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction and in the central and peripheral nervous 

systems. In large numbers of casualties and/or in the absence of prompt, intensive, and long-term 

medical management, botulism can be a lethal agent. 

Signs and Symptoms. Ptosis, generalized weakness, dizziness, dry mouth and throat, blurred 

vision and diplopia, dysarthria, dysphonia, and dysphagia are followed by symmetrical 

descending flaccid paralysis and the development of respiratory failure. Symptoms may begin 

12 to 36 hours following ingestion or inhalation, but may require several days in some cases. 

Diagnosis. Since there are no specific laboratory findings, the diagnosis of botulism is made 

clinically and is a limited differential diagnosis. Assays for toxin are not widely available. 

Intentional release should be suspected if numerous collocated casualties present themselves 

with progressive descending bulbar, muscular, and respiratory weakness. 
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Treatment. Supportive care is the mainstay of therapy and consists chiefly of intubation and 

ventilatory assistance for respiratory failure. A tracheostomy may be required. A licensed 

trivalent equine botulinum antitoxin (types A, B, and E) is available through the Centers for 

Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and should be administered as soon as possible to bind 

toxin remaining in the circulation. An investigational heptavalent despeciated product, also 

prepared in horses, is available through the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious 

Diseases (USAMRIID) in Fort Detrick, MD. Skin testing should be performed before 

administration of equine antitoxins. 

Prophylaxis. A pentavalent toxoid (types A, B, C, D, and E) is available through USAMRIID as 

an investigational product for those at high risk of exposure. Doses (0.5 ml) are given 

subcutaneously at 0, 2, and 12 weeks, with yearly boosters. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Surfaces contaminated by toxin may be decontaminated using 

soap and water or 0.5 percent hypochlorite. Spores are best killed by pressure cooking of 

foodstuffs to be canned. Toxin is not dermally active (although spores may enter through skin 

wounds), and secondary aerosols from affected patients pose no risk of botulism transmission. 

Outbreak Control. Intentionally released aerosols of botulinum toxin probably pose little risk 

beyond the immediate period of release. If contamination of foodstuffs is suspected, preformed 

toxin may be destroyed by boiling for 10 minutes. 

Brucellosis 

Description of Agents. Human brucellosis is an infection caused by one of four species of 

Gram-negative coccobacilli of the genus brucella. B. abortus is usually a pathogen of cattle, 

while B. melitensis, B. suis, and B. canis are pathogens of goats, pigs, and dogs, respectively. 

Organisms are acquired by humans via the oral route through the ingestion of unpasteurized milk 

and cheese, via inhalation of aerosols generated on farms and in slaughterhouses, or via 

inoculation of skin lesions in persons with close animal contact. Intentional exposure by 

terrorists would likely involve aerosolization, but could involve contamination of foodstuffs. 

Signs and Symptoms. The incubation period is variable, with symptoms often requiring months 

to appear; this marked variability would appear to temper somewhat the use of brucellae as 

weapons. Symptoms of acute and subacute brucellosis are quite nonspecific and include irregular 

fever, headache, profound weakness and fatigue, chills and sweating, and generalized arthralgias 

and myalgias. Depression and mental status changes are noteworthy. Osteoarticular 

complications, particularly involving the axial skeleton (sacroiliitis and vertebral osteomyelitis) 

are common. Fatalities are uncommon, even without therapy. 

Diagnosis. Naturally occurring cases may often be suspected based on a history of close animal 

contact or consumption of implicated foodstuffs. Brucellae may be isolated from standard blood 

cultures, but require a prolonged period of incubation; cultures should be maintained for 6 weeks 

if brucellosis is suspected. Bone marrow cultures yield the diagnosis in a higher percentage of 

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Treatment. Doxycycline (100 mg po bid) plus rifampin (600 to 900 mg po qd) administered for 

6 weeks is the regimen of choice for uncomplicated brucellosis. Doxycycline plus streptomycin, 

TMP/SMX plus gentamicin, and ofloxacin plus rifampin are acceptable alternative regimens. 

Prophylaxis. Avoidance of unpasteurized milk products and appropriate veterinary vaccination 

practices are sufficient to prevent most naturally occurring brucellosis. Persons inadvertently 

exposed to veterinary vaccine strains of brucella have been successfully prophylaxed with 

doxycycline plus rifampin for 10 days. No human brucellosis vaccine is available in the western 

world. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Drainage and secretion precautions should be practiced in 

patients who have open skin lesions; otherwise, no evidence of person-to-person transmission of 

brucellosis exists. Animal remains should be handled using universal precautions and disposed 

of properly. Surfaces contaminated with brucella aerosols may be decontaminated by standard 

means (0.5 percent hypochlorite). 

Outbreak Control. During an intentional release of brucella organisms, it is possible livestock 

will become infected. Thus, animal products in such an environment should be pasteurized, 

boiled, or thoroughly cooked before consumption. Proper treatment of water by boiling or 

iodination is also important in an area intentionally contaminated with brucella aerosols. 

Cholera 

Description of Agent. Cholera is an infection caused by the bacterium vibrio cholerae and 

acquired through the ingestion of contaminated water or food. The disease manifests itself as a 

watery (secretory) diarrhea so profuse that supplies of intravenous fluids are often exhausted 

during epidemics. Intentional use by terrorists would presumably involve contamination of food 

or water sources. Cholera is incapacitating. In the context of war, where there may be a large 

number of casualties and a breakdown in medical care, a large number of deaths may occur. 

Signs and Symptoms. The incubation period is 1 to 5 days. Although a large number of infected 

persons remain asymptomatic, the classic form of cholera is noted for its severity and sudden 

onset. Vomiting, abdominal distention, and pain with little or no fever are followed rapidly by a 

profuse, watery diarrhea with a “rice water” appearance. Fluid losses may readily exceed 

10 liters per day. Without treatment, death may result from severe dehydration, hypovolemia, 

and shock. 

Diagnosis. The clinical diagnosis is typically made based on profound watery diarrhea and 

consequent dehydration. Microscopic examination of stool samples reveals few or no red or 

white blood cells. The organism may be identified in stool samples by darkfield or phase contrast 

microscopy and grows on a variety of culture media. 

Treatment. The mainstay of therapy is fluid and electrolyte replacement. This can be 

accomplished by using oral rehydration salts or diluted Gatorade in less severe cases; 

intravenous fluids are often required in cases of severe dehydration. Antibiotics shorten the 

duration of diarrhea and decrease fluid loss: tetracycline (500 mg q 6 hours x 3 days) or 

doxycycline (300 mg once or 100 mg q 12 hours x 3 days) are reasonable choices. Concerns 

about tetracycline resistance have recently arisen, and ciprofloxacin (500 mg q 12 hours x 
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3 days), erythromycin (500 mg q 6 hours x 3 days), furazolidone (100 mg q 6 hours), or 

TMP/SMX (320 mg TMP bid) may also be considered. 

Prophylaxis. A licensed, killed vaccine is available but is only modestly effective, providing 

about 50 percent protection for no more than 6 months. Vaccinations are given at 0 and 4 weeks, 

with booster doses every 6 months. Vaccine dose varies with age and route of administration; 

intradermal, subcutaneously, and intramuscular injections are acceptable delivery means. The 

limited efficacy of the preparation has led most public health authorities to recommend against 

vaccination under most circumstances. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Personal contact rarely causes infection; however, enteric 

precautions and careful hand washing should be employed. Gloves should be used for patient 

contact and specimen handling. Bactericidal solutions, such as 0.5 percent hypochlorite, provide 

adequate surface decontamination. 

Outbreak Control. Persons must avoid contaminated water in an outbreak area. Drinking water 

as well as water used in bathing, washing utensils, and cooking must be obtained from a safe 

source or boiled or chlorinated before use. 

Plague 

Description of Agent. Plague is an infectious disease caused by the Gram-negative, bipolarstaining bacterium Yersinia pestis. Naturally occurring plague is most often acquired by the bite 

of a flea that had previously fed on infected rodents. In such cases, plague classically presents 

itself as a localized abscess with secondary formation of large, fluctuant regional lymph nodes 

known as buboes (bubonic plague). Plague may also be transmitted via aerosol and by inhalation 

of sputum droplets from coughing patients. In such instances, a primary pneumonic form may 

develop and, in the absence of prompt therapy, progress rapidly to death within 2 to 3 days. 

Intentional release by terrorists would presumably involve aerosolization but could also involve 

the release of infected fleas. Plague may be considered a lethal agent. 

Signs and Symptoms. Pneumonic plague has an incubation period of 2 to 3 days and begins 

with high fever, chills, headache, hemoptysis, and toxemia, progressing rapidly to dyspnea, 

stridor, and cyanosis. Death results from respiratory failure, circulatory collapse, and bleeding 

diatheses. Bubonic plague has an incubation period of 2 to 10 days and presents itself with 

malaise, high fever, and tender buboes. Bubonic plague may progress spontaneously to the 

septicemic form, with spread to the central nervous system (CNS), lungs, and elsewhere. 

Diagnosis. To ensure prompt therapy, plague must be suspected clinically. A presumptive 

diagnosis may also be made by Gram or Wayson stain of lymph node aspirates, sputum, or 

cerebrospinal fluid. The plague bacillus may be readily cultured from aspirates of buboes or from 

the blood of septicemic patients. 

Treatment. Early administration of antibiotics is effective but must be started within 24 hours of 

onset of symptoms in pneumonic plague. The treatment of choice is streptomycin (30 mg/kg/day 

intramuscular in two divided doses x 10 days) or gentamicin (2 mg/kg, then 1.0 to 1.5 mg/kg q 

8 hours x 10 days). Intravenous doxycycline (200 mg, then 100 mg q 12 hours x 10 to 14 days) is 
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also effective; chloramphenicol should be added in cases of plague meningitis. Supportive 

therapy is typically required for pneumonic and septicemic forms. 

Prophylaxis. A licensed, killed vaccine is available. The primary vaccination series consists of a 

1.0 ml intramuscular dose initially, followed by 0.2 ml doses at 1 to 3 months and 3 to 6 months. 

Booster doses are given at 6, 12, and 18 months, and then every 1 to 2 years. Since this vaccine 

appears in animal experiments to offer no protection against aerosol exposure, victims of a 

suspected attack with aerosolized plague, or respiratory contacts of coughing patients, should be 

given doxycycline (100 mg po bid x 7 days or the duration of exposure, whichever is longer). 

Decontamination and Isolation. Drainage and secretion precautions should be employed in 

managing patients with bubonic plague; such precautions should be maintained until the patient 

has received antibiotic therapy for 48 hours and demonstrated a favorable response to such 

therapy. Care must be taken when handling or aspirating buboes to avoid aerosolizing infectious 

material. Strict isolation is necessary for patients with pneumonic plague. 

Outbreak Control. During the intentional release of plague into an area, it is possible that local 

fleas and rodents could become infected, initiating a cycle of enzootic and endemic disease. Such 

a possibility would appear more likely during a breakdown in public health measures (e.g., 

vector and rodent control) that might accompany armed conflict. Care should be taken to rid 

patients and contacts of fleas using a suitable insecticide; flea and rodent control measures 

should be instituted in areas where plague cases have been reported. 

Q Fever

Description of Agent. Q fever is caused by infection with the rickettsial organism Coxiella 

burnetii and is typically spread by inadvertent aerosolization of organisms from infected animal 

products, especially the placentas of parturient sheep and goats. Person-to-person transmission 

rarely, if ever, occurs. Intentional release by terrorists would presumably involve aerosolization, 

and Q fever would likely be employed as an incapacitating agent since its mortality rate is low 

(1 to 3 percent). 

Signs and Symptoms. Q fever typically presents itself as an undifferentiated febrile illness, with 

fever, chills, cough, headache, weakness, and pleuritic chest pain occurring as early as 10 days 

after exposure. Onset may be sudden or insidious. Pneumonia is present in some cases, but 

pulmonary syndromes are usually not prominent. Generally, patients are not critically ill, and the 

illness lasts from 2 days to 2 weeks. Rarely, Coxiella burnetii may cause a peculiar form of 

chronic endocarditis, which is largely responsible for the few fatal cases. 

Diagnosis. Q fever is not a clinically distinct illness and may resemble a viral illness or other 

type of atypical pneumonia. The organism is readily aerosolized, and a single organism may 

cause human disease. Consequently, cultivation of the organism represents a significant hazard 

to laboratory personnel and the diagnosis should be confirmed serologically. 

Treatment. Q fever is generally a self-limited illness even without treatment. Tetracycline 

(500 mg q 6 hours) or doxycycline (100 mg q 12 hours) are the treatments of choice and are 

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Chronic forms of coxiella infection are problematic to treat and should be referred to specialists 

for care. 

Prophylaxis. Treatment with tetracycline or doxycycline beginning 8 to 12 days following 

exposure and continued for 5 days should prevent the onset of symptoms. An inactivated whole 

cell vaccine is available as an investigational agent through USAMRIID and is effective in 

eliciting protection against exposure; however, severe local reactions to this vaccine may be seen 

in the sizable minority of the population who already possess immunity. Skin testing of potential 

vaccine recipients is thus recommended. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Patients exposed to Q fever by the aerosol route do not present 

a risk for secondary contamination or reaerosolization of the organism. Decontamination is 

accomplished with soap and water or by using weak (0.5 percent) hypochlorite solutions. 

Outbreak Control. Sporelike forms of Coxiella burnetii may withstand harsh conditions and 

persist in the environment for prolonged periods. Presumably, animals, especially sheep, in such 

areas would be at risk for acquiring infection, and contact with the products of pregnancy of such 

animals would represent a continuing hazard to humans. Little information exists to permit 

assessment of direct long-term hazards to humans entering an area contaminated by intentional 

release of aerosolized Q fever. 

Ricin 

Description of Agent. Ricin is a protein toxin that acts as a cellular poison and is readily 

produced from castor beans (Ricinus communis) that occur throughout the world. Waste from the 

commercial production of castor oil contains 5 percent ricin, making it easy for such a substance 

to fall into the hands of bioterrorists. Naturally occurring cases of ricin intoxication involve 

ingestion of castor beans and are marked by severe gastrointestinal symptoms, vascular collapse, 

and death. Since ricin is toxic by numerous exposure routes, its use by terrorists might involve 

poisoning water or foodstuffs, inoculation via ricin-laced projectiles, or aerosolizing liquid ricin 

or lyophilized powder. When used as an aerosol, cell death in lung tissue and pulmonary 

capillaries could lead to pulmonary edema and hypoxic respiratory failure. 

Signs and Symptoms. When inhaled as a small-particle aerosol, ricin could produce symptoms 

within 8 hours. Fever, cough, dyspnea, nausea, and chest tightness are followed by profuse 

sweating, development of pulmonary edema, cyanosis, hypotension, and finally respiratory 

failure and circulatory collapse. Time of death could be 36 to 72 hours, depending on the dose 

received. 

Diagnosis. The diagnosis of ricin intoxication is largely clinical and should be suspected in a 

setting of mass casualties with a similar and appropriate clinical picture. Failure to respond to 

antibiotics helps to differentiate ricin exposure from pulmonary infections produced by bacterial 

agents. An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) exists and may be performed on paired 

acute and convalescent sera. 

Treatment. No specific treatment exists, thus care is supportive. In cases of gastrointestinal 

exposure, gut decontamination via lavage, activated charcoal, and cathartics is warranted. Large 

amounts of volume replacement may be necessary. 
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Prophylaxis. A protective mask offers protection from aerosol exposure, but no specific vaccine 

or antitoxin exists. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Ricin may be inactivated with 0.5 percent hypochlorite. Since 

it is not dermally active and is involatile, decontamination may not be as critical as with certain 

other biological and chemical agents. 

Outbreak Control. Ricin does not generally pose a risk of secondary aerosolization. 

Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B Disease

Description of Agent. Staphylococcal enterotoxin B (SEB) is one of several toxins produced by 

the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus. SEB is a common contributor to staphylococcal food 

poisoning, but it could be employed by terrorists as an aerosolized inhalational agent. It is 

incapacitating but would rarely be expected to produce lethality. 

Signs and Symptoms. Symptoms could begin 3 to 12 hours after aerosol exposure and consist of 

sudden onset of fever, chills, headache, myalgia, and nonproductive cough. Some patients may 

develop shortness of breath and retrosternal chest pain. Fever may last 2 to 5 days, and cough 

may persist for up to 4 weeks. Patients ingesting toxin might present themselves with nausea, 

vomiting, and diarrhea. High exposure levels may lead to pulmonary edema and, rarely, death. 

Diagnosis. The diagnosis of SEB intoxication is largely clinical. Since inhalational disease due 

to SEB is not encountered naturally, its presence strongly indicates intentional aerosolization. In 

this regard, one would expect to see a large number of patients present with a febrile respiratory 

syndrome but without chest x-ray abnormalities. 

Treatment. Treatment is limited to supportive care. Artificial ventilation may be required in 

severe cases, and attention to fluid management is important. Antibiotics are not helpful, and an 

antitoxin has not been developed. 

Prophylaxis. There is no human vaccine available to prevent SEB intoxication. As with all 

potential inhalational biological agents, protective masks such as those employed by military 

units offer excellent protection in individuals alert to the possibility of attack. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Decontamination of most surfaces may be accomplished with 

soap and water or exposure to 0.5 percent hypochlorite solution. Food that may have been 

contaminated should be destroyed. 

Outbreak Control. Prolonged environmental contamination would not be expected following 

release of aerosolized SEB. 

Tricothecene Mycotoxicosis 

Description of Agent. The tricothecene mycotoxins are a large group of low-molecular-weight 

toxins produced by several species of filamentous fungi. Most are potent inhibitors of eukaryotic 

protein synthesis and mitochondrial respiration. Those toxins most frequently isolated from 

agricultural products, and likewise mentioned most often in the context of terrorist use, include 

diacetoxyscirpenol (DAS), Nivalenol, 4-Deoxynivalenol (DON), and especially T-2. T-2 is one 

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application. Naturally occurring mycotoxicosis presents itself as alimentary toxic aleukia, a 

lethal condition related to the consumption of moldy grains. Intentional use of T-2 by terrorists 

might involve aerosolization or the deliberate contamination of foodstuffs. Disease results from 

inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact, since T-2, unlike other biological weapons agents, 

possesses significant vesicant properties. 

Signs and Symptoms. Dermal exposure leads to symptoms within minutes and manifests itself 

as erythema accompanied by pain and a burning sensation. Blisters form and progress to necrosis 

with a leathery blackening of the skin. Inhalational exposure produces a rapid onset of nose and 

throat pain, with nasal discharge, cough, dyspnea, wheezing, chest pain, and hemoptysis. Eyes 

are likewise affected with intense burning and a foreign body sensation. Gastrointestinal 

exposure leads to anorexia, nausea, abdominal cramping, hematemesis, and hematochaezia. 

Systemic toxicity may follow exposure by any route and is manifested by weakness and ataxia, 

followed, in fatal cases, by tachycardia, hypothermia, and hypotension. Survivors of acute illness 

may manifest hematologic toxicity in the subacute phase. 

Diagnosis. Prompt diagnosis is based on clinical and epidemiologic grounds. Blood, tissue, and 

environmental samples may be assayed for confirmatory evidence using gas-liquid 

chromatography and mass spectrometry. 

Treatment. Therapy is largely supportive. Standard poison management techniques such as 

using superactivated charcoal are useful when administered early to casualties with 

gastrointestinal exposure. 

Prophylaxis. Physical means, such as protective masks, are the only available protection. Unlike 

most other biological weapons agents, the skin must also be protected against mycotoxin attack. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Clothing of T-2 victims should be removed and treated 

(exposed to 5 percent hypochlorite for 6 to 10 hours) or destroyed. Skin may be decontaminated 

with soap and water. Eye exposure should be managed with copious saline irrigation. Isolation is 

not required. Instruments and surfaces should be decontaminated by heating to 500 F for 

30 minutes or by brief exposure to 1 molar sodium hydroxide (1N NaOH). Standard disinfectants 

effective against most other biological weapons agents are often inadequate to inactivate the 

stable mycotoxins. 

Outbreak Control. Mycotoxin-induced disease is not contagious, but the stability of the toxins 

in the presence of heat and ultraviolet light allow the possibility of persistence in the 

environment following release. 

Tularemia 

Description of Agent. Tularemia is an infection caused by the Gram-negative coccobacillus 

Francisella tularensis. Two biogroups are known; biogroup tularensis, also known as type A, is 

the more virulent form, and is endemic in much of North America. Naturally acquired tularemia 

is contracted through the bites of certain insects (notably ticks and deerflies) or via contact with 

infected rabbits, muskrats, and squirrels. Intentional release by terrorists would presumably 

involve aerosolization of living organisms. Although naturally acquired tularemia has a case 
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fatality rate of approximately 5 percent, the pneumonic form of the disease, which would 

predominate in the setting of intentional release, would likely have a greater mortality rate. 

Signs and Symptoms. Naturally acquired tularemia frequently has an ulceroglandular 

presentation, although a significant minority of cases involve the typhoidal or pneumonic forms. 

The incubation period averages 3 to 5 days but varies widely. Use of tularemia as a weapon 

would likely lead to a preponderance of pneumonic and typhoidal cases; large aerosolized 

inocula would be expected to shorten the incubation period. Ulceroglandular disease involves a 

necrotic, tender ulcer at the site of inoculation, accompanied by tender, enlarged regional lymph 

nodes. Fever, chills, headache, and malaise often accompany these findings. Typhoidal and 

pneumonic forms often involve significant cough, abdominal pain, substernal discomfort, and 

prostration in addition to prolonged fever, chills, and headache. 

Diagnosis. Prompt diagnosis relies on clinical suspicion. Routine laboratory tests are rarely 

helpful, and F. tularensis does not typically grow in standard blood cultures, although special 

media are available for the culturing (under biosafety level 3 [BL-3] containment conditions) of 

blood, sputum, lymph node material, and wound exudates if the diagnosis is suspected. Serology 

is available to confirm the diagnosis in suspected cases. 

Treatment. Streptomycin (7.5 to 15 mg/kg im q 12 hours for 7 to 14 days) is the drug of choice 

for all forms of tularemia. Gentamicin (3 to 5 mg/kg/d q 8 to 12 hours for 7 to 14 days) is an 

acceptable alternative. Relapses are more common with tetracycline (500 mg po q 6 hours for 

14 days) therapy, although this alternative may be employed in patients who cannot tolerate 

aminoglycosides. 

Prophylaxis. A live, attenuated vaccine is available as an investigational product through 

USAMRIID. It may be given to people such as laboratory workers who are at high risk of 

exposure. A single dose is administered by scarification. Intramuscular streptomycin will prevent 

disease following documented exposure but is not recommended following tick bites or animal 

contact. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Tularemia is not transmitted person to person via the aerosol 

route, and infected persons should be managed with secretion and drainage precautions. Heat and 

common disinfectants (such as 0.5 percent hypochlorite) will readily kill F. tularensis organisms. 

Outbreak Control. Following intentional release of F. tularensis in a given area, it is possible 

that local fauna, especially rabbits and squirrels, will acquire the disease, setting up an enzootic 

mammal-arthropod cycle. Persons entering such an area should avoid skinning and eating meat 

from such animals. Water supplies and grain in such areas might also become contaminated and 

should be boiled or cooked before consumption. Organisms contaminating soils are unlikely to 

survive for significant periods of time and present little hazard. 

Variola (Smallpox) 

Description of Agent. Smallpox is an infection caused by the variola virus, a member of the 

chordopoxvirus family. Naturally occurring smallpox has been eradicated from the globe; the 

last case occurred in Somalia in 1977. Repositories of the virus are known to exist in only two 

laboratories worldwide. Monkeypox, cowpox, and vaccinia are closely related viruses that might 
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lend themselves to genetic manipulation and the subsequent production of a smallpox-like 

disease. 

Signs and Symptoms. The incubation period of smallpox is about 12 days. Clinical 

manifestations begin acutely with a prodromal period involving malaise, fever, rigor, vomiting, 

headache, and backache. After 2 to 4 days, skin lesions appear and progress uniformly from 

macules to papules to vesicles and pustules. Lesions progress centrifugally and scab in 1 to 

2 weeks. In unvaccinated individuals, variola major, the classic form of the disease, is fatal in 

approximately 30 percent of cases. 

Diagnosis. In its full-blown form as typically seen in unimmunized individuals, smallpox is 

readily diagnosed on clinical grounds. Differentiation from other vesicular exanthems such as 

varicella and erythema multiforme might be difficult, however, in cases of variola minor or in 

disease modified by prior vaccination. Electron microscopy can readily differentiate variola virus 

from varicella, but not from vaccinia and monkeypox when performed on lesion scrapings. The 

virus can be grown in chorioallantoic membrane culture. 

Treatment. Supportive care is the mainstay of smallpox therapy. No specific antiviral therapy 

exists. 

Prophylaxis. A licensed, live vaccinia virus vaccine is available and is administered via a 

bifurcated needle using a multiple puncture technique (scarification). Given the eradication of 

smallpox, vaccine would only be indicated in laboratory settings or where bioterrorism is a 

distinct possibility. Vaccination is probably protective for at least 3 years. Exposed persons may 

be managed with prompt vaccination. Vaccinia immune globulin (VIG), given intramuscular at a 

dose of 0.6 ml/kg, may prove a useful adjunct to vaccination, although its precise role is unclear. 

Decontamination. Given the extreme public health implications of smallpox reintroduction, 

patients should be placed in strict isolation pending review by national health authorities. All 

material used in patient care or in contact with smallpox patients should be autoclaved, boiled, or 

burned. 

Outbreak Control. Smallpox has considerable potential for person-to-person spread; thus, all 

contacts of infectious cases should be quarantined for 16 to 17 days following exposure and 

given prophylaxis as indicated. Animals are not susceptible to smallpox. 

Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE) 

Description of Agent. Venezuelan equine encephalitis (VEE) is a mosquito-borne alphavirus 

disease maintained in nature predominantly in a horse-mosquito-horse cycle, although thousands 

of natural human infections also occur each year. Large equine epizootics typically precede the 

appearance of human cases. Use of VEE as a weapon would presumably involve aerosolization, 

and such use might be suspected on the basis of a preponderance of human cases and/or the 

presence of VEE outside its typically well-localized focus in the Americas. 

Signs and Symptoms. VEE may be thought of as an incapacitating agent with a mortality rate 

(in naturally occurring disease) of less than 1 percent. Susceptibility is nearly 100 percent, and 

the disease is characterized by its sudden onset following a 1- to 5-day incubation period. Initial 

symptoms include generalized malaise, severe headache, fever and rigor, photophobia, and 
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myalgias. Cough, sore throat, vomiting, and diarrhea may follow. Only a small percentage of 

cases actually progress to encephalitis, which is more frequent in young children and is marked 

by meningismus, convulsions, coma, and paralysis. Route of exposure probably has little effect 

on the proportion of cases developing neurologic disease. In most cases without neurologic 

sequelae, full recovery occurs in 1 to 2 weeks. 

Diagnosis. The diagnosis of VEE is largely clinical. The naturally occurring disease can often be 

suspected on epidemiologic grounds given its geographic specificity and the likely presence of 

concomitant disease in equines. Significant leukopenia and lymphopenia are often present. The 

virus may be cultured from serum, and a VEE-specific immunoglobulin M (IgM) ELISA is 

available. 

Treatment. Treatment of VEE is largely supportive. Ribavirin has some in vitro activity but is 

of little benefit clinically. 

Prophylaxis. Prevention of naturally occurring VEE is dependent largely on mosquito control 

efforts and the immunization of horses. A human vaccine, TC-83, is available as an 

investigational product through USAMRIID and has been given to a large number of laboratory 

workers as a single 0.5-ml subcutaneous dose. A second investigational vaccine, formalininactivated C-84, has been used to boost (0.5 ml SQ) serologic nonresponders. 

Decontamination and Isolation. Universal precautions should be practiced when dealing with 

VEE patients. Virus may be destroyed by heat (80 C for 30 minutes) and by ordinary 

disinfectants such as 0.5 percent hypochlorite. 

Outbreak Control. Once symptomatic, humans can serve as a host in the human-mosquitohuman transmission cycle for up to 72 hours. Mosquito control efforts thus become paramount to 

the prevention of secondary VEE cases following intentional or natural VEE outbreaks. During 

an intentional release of VEE virus by terrorists, the potential would be high for the development 

of an equine epizootic if the proper mosquito vector were present; veterinary vaccination would 

be useful in such circumstances. 
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Chemical Agents 

Agent Symbol Hazard Signs/Symptoms Onset Persistency Physical Properties 

NerveTabun GA Inhalation Very rapid 1–2 days if 

heavy conc. 

Colorless–brown liquid 

Sarin GB Inhalation Vapor: 

seconds 

1–2 days will evap. <= water 

Colorless liqu

Soman GD Inhalation 1–2 days: 

moderate (non) 

Colorless liquid/vapor 

Thickened Soman 

TGD Inhalation 

Liquid: minutes to hours 

More than 1 week when thickened 

GF GF Inhalation, 

absorption, ingestion 

Very rapid Colorless liqu

V Agent VX Inhalation, 

absorption 

Runny nose, localized sweating, dimness of vision, pinpoint pupils, tightness in chest, difficulty breathing, drooling, cramping, frontal headaches, involuntary jerking and twitching, drowsiness, coma, convulsions, nausea, cessation of breathing, death 

Very rapid; death in 15 minutes 

High: 1 week if heavy conc.; as volatile as motor oil 

Amber, oily thick liquid 

Vesicants: These agents cause blisters and/or necrosis equivalent to second- and third-degree chemical burns.Sulfur Mustard H Inhalation, 

absorption, ingestion 

Days to weeks–very high 

Distilled Mustard HD Inhalation, 

absorption, ingestion 

Delayed 4 to 6 hours to 24 hours Days to 

weeks–very high 

Oily, colorless to amber liquid 

Nitrogen Mustard HN1, 3 Inhalation, 

Absorption, Ingestion 

Acts first as a cell irritant, later as a cell poison. Local conjunctivitis, reddening of skin, formation of blisters, inflammation of nose, throat, brachi, bronchi, and lung tissue Delayed 12 hours High—very high Dark liquid 
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Chemical Agents 

Agent Symbol Hazard Signs/Symptoms Onset Persistency Physical Properties 

Mustargen HN2 Inhalation, 

absorption, ingestion 

Delayed 12 hours 

Moderate Dark liquid 

Lewisite (Arsenical) 

L Inhalation, 

absorption 

Immediate pain, with blisters forming later 

Immediate Days—longer 

in cold, dry climates 

Oily/colorless–brown 

Phosgene Oxime (Urticant/Irritant) 

CX Inhalation, 

absorption 

Immediate pain, with blisters forming later 

Immediate 2 hours in soil, 

nonpersistent—low 

Colorless prismatic crystals; solid <95F/liquid 

Blood Hydrogen Cyanide 

AC Inhalation 1 to 2 days; 

extremely volatile 

Colorless liquid/gas 

Cyanogen Chloride 

CK Inhalation 

Very rapid, 30 seconds to 8 minutes Liquid rapidly 

vaporizes and disperses 

Colorless liquid/gas 

Arsine SA Inhalation 

Cherry red skin or ~30% cyanosis. Victims appear to be gasping for air. This may cause nausea and tearing. Convulsions predeath. Effect like asphyxiation, but more sudden. Delayed 2 

hours to 11 days 

Low Colorless gas 

Choking Chlorine CL Inhalation Short. Vapor 

may persist in low-lying or enclosed areas. 

Gas-norm tem

Phosgene CG Inhalation 

Immediate if high concentration; 3 hours if low Colorless gas 

Diphosgene DP Inhalation 

Tearing, dry throat, apparent choking, painful coughing, tightness in chest, headache, nausea, vomiting, dyspnea, 2 to 6 hours until pulmonary edema. Severe pneumonia. Death 6 to 

Dissipates and breaks down fast in water, Colorless gas
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Chemical Agents 

Agent Symbol Hazard Signs/Symptoms Onset Persistency Physical Properties 

8 minutes fog, and rain rapid evap. 

liquid 

Riot Control Tear Gas CS Inhalation, 

absorption 

20 to 60 seconds 

Low/high Colorless solid

powder, liquid 

Tear Gas CR Inhalation, 

absorption 

Very rapid 60+ days on 

porous material 

Yellow powdein solid form 

Mace CN Inhalation, 

absorption 

Immediate Low/short Solid powder 

Pepper Spray OC Inhalation, 

absorption 

Immediate tearing, possibly involuntary closing of the eyes, choking. Effects can occur within seconds, but seldom persist more than a few minutes after exposure. 

Immediate 

Chloropicrin PS Inhalation, 

absorption 

Throat irritation, coughing, and vomiting. Causes severe burns on the skin (lesions) 

6 hours outside 

Approximately 6 hours in vegetation fields 

Colorless, oily liquid 

VomitingClark I/Clark II DA, DC, 

DX 

Inhalation, absorption 

Low/short 

Adamsite DM Inhalation 

Like cold symptoms, plus violent, uncontrolled sneezing, coughing, nausea, and vomiting 

30 seconds to 2 minutes 

Short: aerosolized dissemination 

Solids vaporizwhen heated 

Incapacitating LSD BZ/ 

LSD 

Inhalation, ingestion 

Giddiness, confusion, stumbling, and vomiting 

Delay 1 to 4 hours 

High: soil, water, and surfaces 

White crystals 
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Chemical Warfare Agents – Responder Information 

Agent Symbol Dispersion ERG DOT Initial Treatment Detection Self-Protection OS

Nerve Tabun GA Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 Mask and 

protective clothing 

LevB 

Sarin GB Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 Mask and 

protective clothing 

LevB 

Soman GD Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 Mask and 

protective clothing 

LevB 

Thickened Soman TGD Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 Mask and 

protective clothing 

LevA 

GF GF Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 Lev

B 

V Agent VX Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 

MARK I = 2 mg. Atropine and 600 mg 2-Pam Cl (Pralidoxime Chloride). Diazepam follows three MARK Is. IV effects within 1 minute;IM 8 minutes. Ventilation and suction airway. 

M-8 or M-9, CAM Colorimetric tubes Detection kits: M-256A1, M-18A2, Pesticide tickets, Electronic meters 

Mask and protective clothing 

LevA 

Vesicants Mustard H Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 Lev

A 

Distilled Mustard HD Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 

Turnout gear will NOT protect from vapors Lev

A 

Nitrogen Mustard HN1,3 Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 

Get agent off exposed skin. Remove contaminated clothes. Eyes must not be bandaged. 

M-8 or M-9, CAM Detection kits: M-18, M-256, Colorimetric, Electronic 

Mask and protective clothing 
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Agent Symbol Dispersion ERG DOT Initial Treatment Detection Self-Protection OS

Mustargen HN2 Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 meters Mask and 

protective clothing 

Lewisite L Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 6.1 Mask and 

protective clothing 

LevA 

Phosgene Oxime CX Aerosolized 

liquid 

153 

Flush contaminated areas, but watch runoff. British antiLewisite cream (BAL) antidote is dimercaprol for intramuscular. Toxicsymptomatically. 

Not CAM, M-8, or M-9 

Mask and protective clothing 

LevA 

Blood Hydrogen Cyanide AC Aerosolized 

liquid 

117 6.1 Lev

B 

Cyanogen Chloride CK Vapor 

release 

125 2.3 

Mask and protective clothing if handling agent as liquid. Good respirator/ aeration. 

LevB 

Arsine SA Vapor 

release 

119 

Move victim out of contaminated area. Assist ventilation. Lilly Cyanide Kit: sodium nitrite amyl nitrite, sodium thiosulfate 

Detection kits: M-256/18 Colorimetric tubes Electronic meters Not CAM/SA–none 

SA: protective mask adequate 

LevB 

Choking Chlorine CL Vapor 

release 

124 2.3 Protective mask 

Phosgene CG Vapor 

release 

125 2.3 

Move victim to fresh air and assist breathing. 

Detection kits Colorimetric tubes Good respirator protection, plus Lev

B 
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Agent Symbol Dispersion ERG DOT Initial Treatment Detection Self-Protection OS

Diphosgene DP Codeine for 

cough control. Rest. 

Electronic meters 

aeration and time 

Riot Control Tear Gas CS Aerosolized 159 Limited field 

detect 

Tear Gas CR Propelled 159 Mace CN 153 

Mask and protective clothing secured at neck, wrists, and ankles 

Pepper Spray OC 159 

Identify by collecting residue for laboratory analysis. 

Protective mask for vapor 

Chloropicrin PS 

Usually no treatment is necessary; effects are selflimiting. 

Colorimetric tubes for CN and OC 

Mask and protective clothing 

Vomiting Clark I/Clark II DA, C, 

F, X 

 None Protective mask 

Adamsite DM 

Dispersed by heat as fine particle smoke None Protective mask 

Incapacitating LSD BZ/LSD Observation, 

restraint, confinement 

None Protective mask 
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Chemical Warfare Agents – Technical Data 

Vapor 

D. 

VP at 

25 C 

LC50/LD50 

in mg-min/m3 

IDLH TWA 

Agent Symbol 

Relative 

to Air 

mm 

Hg Respiratory Liquid Form Vapor Form in ppm SCBA in ppm Respirator 

CAS. No. 

Nerve Tabun GA 5.63 0.037 400 1 to 1.5 

gm/prsn 

20,000 to 40,000 

0.2 0.0001 77-81-6 

Sarin GB 4.86 2.9/2.1

0 

70 to 100 1.7 

gm/prsn 

12,000 0.2 0.0001 107-44-8 

Soman GD 6.33 0.4 70 to 100 0.35 gm/ 

prsn 

10,000 0.6 0.00003 96-64-0 

Thickened Soman 

TGD 

 GF 6.2 0.044 329-99-7 V Agent VX 9.2 0.0007 1 to 100 

(30) 

0.00945 gm/p 

6 to 360 0.02 0.00001 50782-69-

9 

VesicantsMustard H 5.4 0.072 1,500 7 

gm/prsn 

10,000 0.003 0.003 505-60-2 

Distilled Mustard 

HD 5.4 0.072 Decreases as temperature rises 0.003 0.003 505-60-2 

Nitrogen Mustard 

HN1, 3 5.9/7.1 0.24/ 

0.0109 

1,500 7 

gm/prsn 

 0.003 0.003 538-07-08 

Mustargen HN2 5.4 0.29 3,000 0.003 0.003 51-75-2 
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Chemical Warfare Agents – Technical Data 

Vapor 

D. 

VP at 

25 C 

LC50/LD50 

in mg-min/m3 

IDLH TWA 

Agent Symbol 

Relative 

to Air 

mm 

Hg Respiratory Liquid Form Vapor Form in ppm SCBA in ppm Respirator 

CAS. No. 

Lewisite L 7.2 0.35 1,000 to 

1,500 

2.8 gm/ prsn 

100,000+ 0.003 0.003 541–25-3 

Phosgene Oxime 

CX 3.9 13 at 

40C (liquid) 

3,200 Unknown Unknown 35274-08-

9 

Blood Hydrogen Cyanide 

AC 0.93 630/74

2 

2,000 to 5,000 

50 ppm 

5/4.7 ppm 74-90-8 

Cyanogen Chloride 

CK 2.1 1,010/ 

1,000 

11,000 50 

ppm 

0.6/.3 ppm 506-77-4 

Arsine SA 2.69 11,100 5,000 Choking Chlorine CL 2.49 6.8 

atm/ 4.8 

19,000 10/25/

30 

1.5/5-1 ppm 

7782-50-5 
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Chemical Warfare Agents – Technical Data 

Vapor 

D. 

VP at 

25 C 

LC50/LD50 

in mg-min/m3 

IDLH TWA 

Agent Symbol 

Relative 

to Air 

mm 

Hg Respiratory Liquid Form Vapor Form in ppm SCBA in ppm Respirator 

CAS. No. 

Phosgene CG 3.4 1.6 

atm/ 1.173 

3,200 4, 

300,000 

12.1/2/2 

0.4/.1 ppm 75-44-5 

Diphosgene DP Riot ControlTear Gas CS – 0.0003

4 

61,000 0.3 

ppm 

0.05 ppm 2698-41-1 

Tear Gas CR 6.7-

calculated 

0.00059 

– 2 

mg/m3 

 257-07-8 

Mace CN 5.3 0.0026 7,000 to 

14,000 

16 ppm 

0.05 ppm 532-27-4 

Pepper Spray 

OC 100 

mg/m 

10,000 gm/ 

Chloropicrin PS 5.6 18.3 2,000 4 ppm 0.1 ppm 76-06-2 Vomiting Clark I/Clark II 

DA, C, F, X 

No appreciable vapors 

0.0002-.0036 

10,000 to 15,000 

 712-48-1 

Adamsite DM Negligible 11,000 avg 0.04 ppm 578-94-9 
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Vapor 

D. 

VP at 

25 C 

LC50/LD50 

in mg-min/m3 

IDLH TWA 

Agent Symbol 

Relative 

to Air 

mm 

Hg Respiratory Liquid Form Vapor Form in ppm SCBA in ppm Respirator 

CAS. No. 

Incapacitating LSD BZ/ 

LSD 

11.6 0.03 at 

70 C 

200,000 13004-56-

3 
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Military Detection, Monitoring, and Treatment Equipment 

Equipment Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Nerve–G Turns yellow Liquid 30 sec $3.47/ 

book 

Nerve–VX Turns green Liquid $4.50/ 

book 

M-8 Paper 

Vesicant–H Turns red Liquid $166/box 

Disposable (after use). Handheld. Dry, undamaged paper has indefinite shelf life. 

Nerve–G Liquid 20 sec Nerve–VX Liquid 

M-9 Paper 

Mustard 

Develops a single color indicating agent present Liquid 

$6.57 /10 m. roll $38/roll 

Disposable (after use). Handheld. 3-year shelf life. Carcinogen 

Nerve–GB Blue band–

yellow 

$343/kit 

Nerve–VX Enzyme 

ticket–blue 

$500/kit 

Mustard–H, HN, HD, HT 

Blue band–purple 

Arsenical–CX Blue band–

red/brown 

Lewisite–L, ED, MD 

Yellow–blue/green 

Phosgene–CG Green band–

green 

M-18A2 Detector Kit 

Blood–AC Red band–

blue 

Dangerous concentrations of vapors, aerosols, or liquid droplets 

2 to 3 minutes 

Disposal (after use) tubes. Handheld 
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Military Detection, Monitoring, and Treatment Equipment 

Equipment Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Blood–CK Blue band–

yellow/orange 

Unknown White band 

tube 

Nerve–G and V 

Star test spot Vapor/liquid $140/kit 

Mustard–H Square spot Vapor/liquid $133/kit Lewisite–CX Detecting 

tablet 

Vapor/liquid 

15 minutes –series take longer 

M-256A1 Detector Kit 

Blood–AC, CK Circular spot Vapor/liquid AC–25 

minutes 

Disposable (after use). Handheld. 5-year shelf life. 

Nerve–G & VX $189/kit Mustard–HD Lewisite 

Liquid 

7 minutes 

M-272 Water Test Kit 

Hydrogen Cyanide 

In water in dangerous amounts 

Liquid 6 minutes 

Portable and lightweight. 5-year shelf life. 

Nerve–GA, GB, VX 

 Vapor 30 

seconds 

Chemical Agent Monitor (CAM) 

Blister–HD and HN 

 Vapor 1 minute 

$5,500 each $7,500 each $8,840 tip and alarm 

Handheld. Portable. Battery operated. 6 t8 hours continuous use. Maintenance required. 
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Military Detection, Monitoring, and Treatment Equipment 

Equipment Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Nerve Vapor Blister Vapor 

M-90 

Blood Vapor 

$8,000 each 

Nerve–GA, GB, GD 

M43 spectroscope (detection) 

M-8A1 Alarm Gas, vapor 2 minutesAutomatic Chemical Agent Alarm Nerve–VX M42 remote 

alarm device 

$2, 357 each 

Vehicle battery operated. Maintenance required. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license required. 

MM-1 Mobile Mass Spectrom 

20–30 CWA Vapor 45 

seconds 

$300k military/ $100k civilian 

Nerve–GA, GB, GD 

 Vapor $110k 

each 

Nerve–VX Vapor $173k 

each 

Remote Sensing Chemical Agent Alarm (RSCAAL) M-21 

Blister–HD Vapor 

Line-of-sight dependent. 10-year shelf life. Two-person portable tripod. 
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Military Detection, Monitoring, and Treatment Equipment 

Equipment Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Lewisite Vapor 

AN-PDR-2 Gamma 

Beta 

Gamma Beta 

AN-PDR-77 

Alpha 

Treatment M-291 Skin Decon Nerve 

Blister 

Decon powder Six packets decon 

powder. 5-year shelf life. 

Atropine Autoinjector 

Nerve agents Antidote $3.89 

each 

60-month shelf life 
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Military Detection, Monitoring, and Treatment Equipment 

Equipment Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Pralidoxime Chloride (2-PamCl) 

Nerve agents Second half of 

antidote 

$4.81 each 

Sixty-month shelf life 

Convulsant Antidote Nerve Agents (CANA) 

Nerve agents $9.38 

each 

Indefinite unless damaged. Buddy use: NOT self use. 
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Emergency Responder Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Nerve–G series 

Phosphoric Vapor $50–75 box 

(10) 

Nerve–VX Acid Esters Vapor $300 hand 

pump 

Mustard–H, HD 

Thioether Tube 

Vapor $850 

battery pump 

Lewisite Organic 

Arsenic 

Vapor 

Blood–AC Hydrocyanic 

Acid 

Gas, vapor 

$942.29 

Blood–CK Cyanogen 

Chloride 

Gas, vapor 

Choking–CG Phosgene 

Tube 

Gas, vapor 

$1,200–$2,000 

Choking–CL Chlorine 

Tube 

Gas, vapor 

Basic set 

Chloropicrin–PS 

Carbon Tetrachloride 

vapor 

Hydrogen Arsenide 

Organic Arsenic 

Gas, vapor 

Colorimetric Tube Detector Tubes 

DA, DX, DC, DM 

Compounds and Arsine 

Vapor 

5–25 minutes 

Affected by sample of volume, temperature, humidity, mixtures, and storage. Up to 35% margin of error. 1- to 3-year shelf life 

Ss“cbpto
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Emergency Responder Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Oxygen 0–25 percent 

by volume 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds $385 each 

Carbon Monoxide 

0-900 

ppm/35 ppm 

Gas, Vapor 

Seconds $472 each 

Combination Meters Single Gas Meters 

Hydrogen Sulfide 

0–90 ppm/10 ppm 

Gas, Vapor 

Seconds $460 each 

Lithium battery has an 8-month shelf life. 

cota c

Lower explosive limit (LEL) 

0–100 percent/10 percent 

Gas Seconds 

Oxygen 0–25 

percent/19.5–23 percent 

Gas Seconds 

Carbon Monoxide 

0–2,000 ppm/35p 

Gas Seconds 

Hydrogen Sulfur 

0–250 ppm/10pp 

Gas Seconds 

3/4/5–Gas Meters 

Chlorine Gas Seconds 

$1,562/ 3-Gas $1,878/ 4-Gas $1,500–2,500 

Two C-cell batteries 

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Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Flammability Measured in 

percent LEL 

Gas, Vapor 

Seconds $750 to 

2,500 

Combustible Gas Indicator (CGI) Destructive Testing (e.g., explosimeter)

Combustibility 

Dry cells or rechargeable nickel cadmium (NiCad) batteries. Calibration required. Requires warmup period. 

WovdCpcbtv

Ammonia 2–50 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$58each 

Benzene 0.2–10 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$152 each 

Carbon Dioxide 

1,000–25,000 ppm 

Gas, vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$56 each 

Carbon Monoxide 

5–150 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$43 each 

Chlorine 0.2–10 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$60 each 

Hydrochloric Acid 

1–25 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$76 each 

Draeger Chip System 

Hydrogen Cyanide 

1 to 25 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$63 each 

2-year shelf life. Four AA alkaline batteries 1.6 pounds Handheld $1,600 per system 

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Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Hydrogen Sulfide 

2 to 50 ppm Gas, 

vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$43 each 

Nitrogen Dioxide 

0.5 to 25 ppm 

Gas, vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$58 each 

Nitrous Fumes 

0.5 to 15 ppm 

Gas, vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$56 each 

Perchloroethylene 5 to 150 ppm Gas, vapor 1–2 minutes $63 each Sulfur Dioxide 0.4 to 10 

ppm 

Gas, vapor 

1–2 minutes 

$58 each 

Flammability Meas. in 

percent LEL 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Combustibility or percent by 

volume 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Oxygen Range 0–25 

percent 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds Altitude dependent 

o

Chlorine Measures in 

ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Hydrogen Cyanide 

Measures in ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Cyanogen Chloride 

Measures in ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Phosgene Measures in 

ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Electrochemical Cells (ECCs) (Nondestructive) Other ECCs/ Sensors 

Ammonia Measures in 

ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 
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Sulfur Dioxide Measures in 

ppm 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Flame Ionization Detector (FID) Organic Vapor Monitor (OVM) 

Organic vapors present in ppm 

Gas, vapor 

$4,744.50 each ($6,000–10,000) 

OAtdcacs

Oxidizers Blue/black or 

purple 

Liquid, Solids 

Peroxide Blue – 

positive 

15 seconds 

Hydrogen Sulfide 

Brown/black 

HazCat Kit Chemical Identification System Chemistry Set 

Other 

$2100–3000 (full kit) $200 to $400 EPA version) 

[Potassium iodide starch paper–KI] Lead acetate paper Keys out unknown chemicals 

po

d

ps

Lead Test Kit Lead On any 

surface 

Water, Solid 

 $15/$61 Indefinite shelf life S

oo

Alkalinity–blue 

Litmus papers Liquid Seconds pH paper/spill classification strips

Corrosives, bleach, petroleum products, iodine, fluorine, lead nitrates, oxidizers 

Acidity–red/purple 

Liquid Seconds 

$9–25 each $65–85/box of 12 rolls pH paper 

Disposable (after use)/ handheld. Premoisten with water. 

CoccSCW
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Emergency Responder Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Polychlorinated Biphenols (PCBs) Test Kit 

Chlorinated solvents 

Color change 

Soil, liquid 

5 minutes 

$104 each 

tCT

Pesticide Test Kit Organophosphates Blue change= 

negative 

Liquid, solids 

Minutes Limited shelf life 

Tickets Carbamate 

pesticide 

White= contaminated 

Liquid, solids 

Minutes 

Ccpd

pH Meter Corrosivity Numerical 

value 

Liquid Seconds $300 each Battery or AC. 

Calibration required before each use. 

p

Nerve–GA/GD 

10.6–conversion factor about 2 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Nerve–GB 10.6/11.7–

10/2 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Nerve–VX 10.6–CF 

about 0 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Mustard 10.6–CF 

about 0 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Phosgene 11.7–CF 

about 2 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

Photoionization Detector (PID) 

Lewisite 10.6–CF 

about 1 

Gas, vapor 

Seconds 

$1,464 each to $4,000/ unit ($3,000–7,000) 

Most commonly calibrated to isobutylene. Response may be affected by radio frequencies, power lines, transformers 

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Emergency Responder Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

SAW MiniCAD Nerve–G 

Blister–H 

LED and audible alarm 

Vapor Minute 

cycles 

$6,072 each Recharge lithium 

battery pack—5-year shelf life. Compact. Two-minute warmup period. Lightweight: <1 pound 

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Radiological

Beta 14-C needle Radiation 30 

seconds 

$746 each 

Gamma 2240 digital Radiation 30 

seconds 

43-5 Alpha 2241 newer Radiation 30 

seconds 

44-6 Side Window 

 Radiation 30 

seconds 

$144 each 

Survey Instrument Ludlum Geiger–Müller (GM) Detector Probe 

 Radiation Seconds $746 each 

Measures affected by wind, shielding, etc. Batteries should not be stored in unit, 4-year factory calibration. 

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Beta CDV 715 

(High) 

Civil Defense Kit Radiation Seconds 

Beta/Gamma CDV 700 

(Low) 

Radiation Seconds 

No longer manufactured 

Spero(R(m

Thermoluminescent Gamma Radiation Seconds Dosimeter (TLD) X-rays Radiation Seconds 

$4.95 each 

No power source required. Send into lab-exact reading. 

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Emergency Responder Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Equipment Haz/Agent Readings Analysis Time Cost Operation/ Maintenance/Limits 

Gamma CDV-138 0-

200 mR 

Dosimeter Radiation Immediate Pocket/Self-Reading 

X-rays CDV-742 0-

200R 

Radiation Immediate 

$100 each Self-reading. 

Penlight size. Can be reset in the field. 

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Bibliography/Reference Sources 

Information Category Author/Source 

Detection and Monitoring Equipment 

Chemical Detection Equipment for Hazardous Materials Responders 

Chemical and Biological Defense Information Analysis Center (CBIAC) for U.S. Army Chemical and Biological Defense Command 

Chemical Weapons Team Workshop on Domestic Preparedness 

Domestic Preparedness–Chemical and Biological Defense Command 

Hazardous Materials Technician Course—Commonwealth of Virginia 

Virginia Department of Emergency Services–Technological Hazard

Medical Management of Chemical Casualties—Handbook 

U.S. Army Medical Research Institute Chemical Defense–Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 

Minimum Equipment List for Virginia Hazardous Materials Response Teams 

Virginia Department of Emergency Services–Technological Hazard(Appendix B) 

Military Reference on Chemical/Biological Terrorism Response 

Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) Signature Analysis 

U.S. Navy Chemical, Biological, and Radiological (CBR) 

Defense/U.S. Marine Corps Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical (NBC) Defense Handbook 

10-90 Gold NBC Response Plan–Defense Protective Service 

Chemical Agent Information Chemical and Biological Awareness, Technician/Specialist, and Incident Command Courses 

Domestic Preparedness–Chemical and Biological Defense Command 

Chemical and Biological Counterterrorism Training Course 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 

Chemical and Biological Warfare Proliferation Course and Reference 

Central Intelligence Agency–Biological Warfare Branch 

Emergency Response to Incidents Involving Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents 

Steven Patrick, John Medici 

Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts National Fire Academy, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 

and U.S. Fire Administration 
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Hazardous Materials: Managing the Incident Gregory Noll, Michael Hildebrand Hazardous Materials Training: Public Safety Response to Terrorism 

Steven Patrick, John Medici, Steve Rhea, Brett Burdick 

Medical Management of Chemical Casualties–Handbook 

U.S. Army Medical Research Institute Chemical Defense–Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 

North American Emergency Response Guidebook U.S. Department of Transportation