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HomeMy WebLinkAboutnineeleven city councilSeal Beach City Council Emergency Operations Training September 11th, 2017 Michael Henderson Operations Administrative Sergeant 1 Training Goals Develop a common understanding of Emergency Operations systems and their applicability to Seal Beach Review roles and responsibilities of elected officials before, during and after an incident 2 Four Phases of Emergency Management 3 Emergency Operations Systems National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) State Emergency Management System (SEMS) Incident Command System (ICS) 4 NIMS National Incident Management System (NIMS) Designed to provide consistent, “all-hazards” approach to managing an incident across all jurisdictions and disciplines Federal Reimbursement, must use ICS 5 SEMS State Emergency Management System Compatible with ICS 6 ICS Standardized, on-scene, incident management Common language and protocols for organizing roles and responsibilities Can be scaled to the size and complexity of the incident 7 What is an Incident? A human or natural caused occurrence that requires a response to prevent or minimize loss of life, or damage to property and/or the environment 8 When ICS is Used Fires Natural Disasters Disease Outbreaks Search and Rescue Hazardous Materials Spills 1999 Little Saigon (Westminster) 53 days of demonstrations, 1995 Oklahoma City Bombing 9 When ICS is Used (cont.) Crime Scenes Terrorist Incidents Large Security Events (Presidential visits, Sporting events) Planned Events (parades, demonstrations) 10 Why Use ICS? Safety of Responders and others Efficient use of resources Achievement of objectives 11 ICS Strengths Flexible Can be used for routine or major emergencies Standardized Cost effective 12 Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Incorporates ICS as required by Federal law Contains descriptions of various roles and responsibilities within ICS EOC Director Operations Finance Logistics Planning 13 Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) “All-Hazards” approach to incident management Identifies potential hazards Describes the Concept of Operations Addresses Recovery from an incident 14 Basic ICS structure 15 Elected Officials – Roles and Responsibilities Plans, Policies and Laws Resource Management Systems Communication and Information Systems Training and Exercises 16 Check Plans and Policies Ensure Seal Beach’s emergency preparedness plans, policies and laws: Is the EOP an “all-hazards” approach? Does it include delegations of authority? Does it include up-to-date information? 17 Confirm Resource Management Systems Ensure the City of Seal Beach has established systems: Is there a system for requesting, inventorying, tracking, and dispatching resources? A system for managing volunteers? A system for financial tracking, reimbursement and reporting? 18 Resource Management (cont.) Does the City of Seal Beach have mutual aid agreements for obtaining resources, facilities, services, and other required support from other jurisdictions during an incident? 19 Communications and Information Systems Are there protocols and procedures for: Formulating and communicating emergency indications and warnings? Formulating, executing, and communicating operational decisions? Developing and maintaining situational awareness? 20 Communications (Cont.) Can responders from different agencies (fire, police, public works, marine safety) communicate with each other? Is there a budget for maintaining and replacing emergency communications systems? 21 Support Training and Exercises Ensure there are sufficiently qualified personnel to assume ICS positions Ensure that personnel meet established professional standards for training and performance Participate in and support tabletop and functional exercises 22 Elected Official Roles and Responsibilities During an Incident Initiate communication Delegate command authority Provide Policy guidance Speak with one voice In order to ensure unity of command and the safety of responders, the chain of command should not be bypassed. 23 Establish Communication with the City Manager Learn basic details of the incident Determine if it is necessary to report to the EOC Confirm frequency and timing of future communications 24 Delegate Command Authority To the EOC Director (City Manager) To the Incident Commander Elected officials delegate authority to the designated Incident Commander for on-scene operations The Incident Commander has direct tactical and operational responsibility for conducting incident management activities 25 Incident Commanders Role Provides overall leadership for incident response Takes policy direction from the elected officials and the City Manager (EOC Director) Delegates authority to others Ensures Incident Safety 26 Incident Commanders Role (cont.) Provides information to internal and external stakeholders Establishes and maintains liaison with other agencies participating in the incident Establishes incident objectives Directs development of the Incident Action Plan (IAP) 27 Provide Policy Guidance Be available to respond to policy questions Collaborate with other elected officials as needed 28 Provide Leadership Motivate and support trained, on-scene responders so they can accomplish difficult tasks under dangerous, stressful circumstances Instill confidence in the public that the incident is being managed effectively 29 Speak with One Voice Public Information must be coordinated and integrated Across jurisdictions and across functional lines Among federal, state and local partners With private sector and nongovernmental organizations 30 Speak with One Voice (cont.) Coordinate the message with the EOC Director and the on-scene Public Information Officer For large, multi-agency incidents a joint information system is used to help ensure coordination of the messages Share facts that have been verified and are appropriate to share Be careful about making well-intentioned promises 31 Roles and Responsibilities after an Incident Provide policy guidance on priorities and objectives based on needs and the EOP Ensure resources continue to be allocated where needed during recovery and rehabilitation Authorize requests for reimbursement from other agencies Provide leadership, speak with one voice 32 Help Evaluate the Incident Debrief with the Incident Commander and EOC Director and discuss lessons learned What did we do well? What could we have done differently to produce a better outcome? What things should we focus on to improve our preparedness and performance for the next time? 33 Summary: Incident Management Roles Elected Officials Roles Provide the following to the EOC Director and Incident Commander Policy Mission Direction Authority Incident Commanders Roles The Incident Commander: Manages the incident at the scene Keeps the elected officials and the EOC Director informed about all important matters pertaining to the incident 34 Additional Information Take online ICS 100 and ICS 700 available on the FEMA website Consider participating in tabletop training when they occur Allocate funding for emergency operations training in the annual budget 35 Additional Information (cont.) Have a communication plan for your family and emergency preparedness supplies in your home Trust in the training and expertise of the professionals Do not panic – your most important role is to instill public confidence in the City and its response to emergencies 36 Questions? 37