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Job AidJuly, 2004

NFES 1246

SECURITY MANAGER

J-259

Description of the Performance Based System

The NWCG Wildland and Prescribed Fire Qualifications System is a “performance-based” qualifications system. In this system, the primary criterion for qualification isindividual performance as observed by an evaluator using approved standards. Thissystem differs from previous wildland fire qualifications systems which have been“training based.” Training based systems use the completion of training courses or apassing score on an examination as primary criteria for qualification.

A performance-based system has two advantages over a training based system:

• Qualification is based upon real performance, as measured on the job,versus perceived performance, as measured by an examination orclassroom activities.

• Personnel who have learned skills from sources outside wildland firesuppression, such as agency specific training programs or training andwork in prescribed fire, structural fire, law enforcement, search and rescue,etc., may not be required to complete specific courses in order to qualify ina wildfire position.

1. The components of the wildland fire qualifications system are asfollows:

a. Position Task Books (PTB) contain all critical tasks which arerequired to perform the job. PTBs have been designed in aformat which will allow documentation of a trainee’s ability toperform each task. Successful completion of all tasks required ofthe position, as determined by an evaluator, will be the basis forrecommending certification.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Training requirements includecompletion of all required training courses prior to obtaining aPTB. Use of the suggested training courses or job aids isrecommended to prepare the employee to perform in theposition.

b. Training courses and job aids provide the specific skills andknowledge required to perform tasks as prescribed in the PTB.

c. Agency Certification is issued in the form of an incidentqualification card certifying that the individual is qualified toperform in a specified position.

2. Responsibilities

The local office is responsible for selecting trainees, proper use oftask books, and certification of trainees. See Appendix A of theNWCG Wildland and Prescribed Fire Qualification System Guide,PMS 310-1, for further information.

SECURITY MANAGER

J-259

Job AidJuly, 2004

NFES 1246

Sponsored for NWCG publication by the NWCG Training Working Team.

Comments regarding the content of this publication should be directed to:National Interagency Fire Center, Fire Training, 3833 S. Development Ave.,Boise, Idaho 83705.E-mail: [email protected].

Additional copies of this publication may be ordered from National Interagency FireCenter, ATTN: Great Basin Cache Supply Office, 3833 South Development Avenue,Boise, Idaho 83705. Order NFES 1246.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ...............................................5

I. GENERAL

Obtain and Assemble Materials Neededfor Kit ........................................................9

Documentation Forms ..............................9

Miscellaneous Items .............................. 10

II. MOBILIZATION

A. Information from Local DispatchUpon Initial Activation....................11

B. Gather Information........................ 12

III. INCIDENT ACTIVITIES

A. Incident Check-in .......................... 13

B. Briefing from the Logistics SectionChief (LSC)................................... 14

C. Security Sizeup............................. 16

D. Establish Contacts........................ 18

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E. Common Problems and SecurityMeasures ...................................... 20

F. Security Plan Document ............... 31

G. Requesting Personnel .................. 32

H. Handling Sensitive Issues ............ 36

I. Briefing Incident Personnel .......... 40

J. Vehicle Inspections/Searches...... 41

K. Safety and Welfare of AssignedStaff .............................................. 43

L. Documentation and RecordKeeping ........................................ 45

IV. DEMOBILIZATION

A. Incident Demobilization ................ 47

B. Demobilization of SecurityPersonnel ..................................... 48

V. GENERAL SECURITY

A. General Security Tips ................... 50

B. Theft Prevention Techniques ....... 55

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APPENDICES

Appendix A, Types of Security ....................... 57

Appendix B, Incident Security Plan,example .......................................................... 59

Appendix C, Visitor Policy, example ............... 67

Appendix D, Interagency MediaGuidelines for Wildland Fires ......................... 69

Appendix E, ICS 214 Unit Log, example........ 79

Appendix F, Lost/Found/Stolen Report .......... 81

Appendix G, 24-Hour Clock ............................ 83

Appendix H, Glossary of Terms andAcronyms ........................................................ 85

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SECURITY MANAGER (SECM)JOB AID, J-259 INTRODUCTION

The Security Manager is responsible forproviding safeguards needed to protectpersonnel, equipment and facilities from lossor damage. The Security Manager supervisesassigned incident security personnel.

The Security Manager has been identified as aposition within the National Wildfire CoordinationGroup's (NWCG), Wildland Fire SuppressionCurriculum. The courses within the performancebased curriculum may be administered by eitheran instructor led formal training course or by theuse of "job aids."

Job aids are "how to" books that assist anindividual in performing specific tasksassociated with a position. They may be usedby an individual, in a trainee position, who hasmet all of the prerequisites, but has notcompleted the position task book for thatposition. They are also used after the individualhas become qualified, as an aid or refresher indoing the job.

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Law enforcement actions have legal andcivil implications. The SECM is responsiblefor clarifying the authority and jurisdictionof the security group. Working outside thelimits of this authority and jurisdiction mayleave the security personnel, incidentmanagement team, and the agency liable forcivil or criminal prosecution.

The laws of search and seizure havestrong, but constantly changing legalprecedents. The willful violation of theseconstitutional rights may leave the SECMpersonally and professionally liable forcriminal prosecution and civil liability. It is arequirement of this position to have prioror current law enforcement certification.

The performance based qualification systemstipulates that an individual must complete aPosition Task Book prior to becoming qualifiedfor that position. Refer to the "Wildland andPrescribed Fire Qualification System Guide,PMS 310-1" for the established standards forthis position. This job aid should be issuedwhen the position task book is initiated.

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This job aid has been developed by aninteragency development group with guidancefrom the National Interagency Fire Center, FireTraining under authority of the NWCG, withcoordination and assistance of personnel fromthe following agencies:

STATE OF MINNESOTAMinnesota Department of Natural Resources,

Division of ForestryCurt Cogan

UNITED STATES FISH ANDWILDLIFE SERVICE

Shiawassee National Wildlife RefugeDouglas Spencer

UNITED STATES NATIONAL PARK SERVICEKings Mountain National Military Park

Chris Revels

NATIONAL INTERAGENCY FIRE CENTERFire Training, NWCG Development Unit

Jan Hendrick

We appreciate the efforts of those peopleassociated with the development and review ofthis package.

Sponsored for NWCG publication by the NWCGTraining Working Team, July, 2004.

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Comments regarding the content of thispublication should be directed to:

National Interagency Fire CenterFire Training3833 S. Development AvenueBoise, Idaho 83705

E-mail: [email protected]

Additional copies of this publication, NFES#1246, may be ordered from:

National Interagency Fire CenterATTN: Great Basin Cache Supply Office3833 S. Development AvenueBoise, Idaho 83705

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I. GENERAL

Obtain and Assemble Materials Neededfor Kit.

Kit will be assembled and prepared prior toreceiving an assignment. Kit will containcritical items needed for functioning duringthe first 48 hours. Kit will be easilytransportable and within agency weightlimitation. Briefcase should not exceed 20pounds.

Proof of Incident qualifications(Red Card)Position Task book, NFES 2350Fireline Handbook, PMS 410-1,NFES 0065Incident Response Pocket Guide,NFES 1077J-259, Security Manager job aid,NFES 1246

Documentation Forms:

ICS 213, General Message,NFES 1336ICS 214, Unit Log, NFES 1337ICS 226, Individual PerformanceRating, NFES 2074

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SF-261, Crew Time Report, NFES0891 and/or OF-288 EmergencyFirefighter Time Report, NFES 0866Agency specific forms (patrol logs,evidence chain of custody, investigationreports, lost/found reports, accidentreports)Agency specific uniform, self defenseequipment

Miscellaneous Items (optional):

Assorted pens, pencils, felt tip markers,highlighters, thumb tacks, pads ofpaper, clipboard, masking/strappingtape, duct tape, envelopes, surveyorflagging, file system supplies, holepunch, etc.CalculatorFlashlight (extra batteries)Alarm clockCamera (2 disposable)CalendarTape measureInsect repellentLocal area mapsRoad atlasGlobal Positioning System (GPS) unitBinocularsDash mount emergency light (ifauthorized)Laptop computer with electronic forms

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II. MOBILIZATION

A. Obtain Complete Information FromLocal Dispatch Upon InitialActivation.

1. Obtain a copy of the order formwhich contains:

• Incident/Project name.• Incident/Project order

number.• Office reference number

(cost code).• Descriptive location/

response area.• Legal location (township,

range, section).• Incident frequencies (if

available).• Incident base/phone

number (contact).• Request number.• Reporting date/time and

location; example:07/06/XXIncident Command Post(ICP).

• Transportationarrangements and routes.

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• Special instructions(uniform, lawenforcement vehicle,rental car, self defenseequipment needs).

Retain a copy of this orderform for your personalincident experience record.

2. The individual will have:

• Frameless soft packcontaining personal gear,not to exceed 45 lb.

• SECM kit, not to exceed20 lb.

• Proper PersonalProtective Equipment(PPE) for the job.

B. Gather Information

Gather all available informationnecessary to accurately assessincident; make appropriate decisionsabout immediate needs and actionsincluding:

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• Type of incident:- Planned operations

(multiple remote camps,burnout operations, waterhandling operations, airoperations).

• Current situation status.• Expected duration of incident.• Terrain• Weather (current and

expected).

III. INCIDENT ACTIVITIES

A. Arrive at Incident and Check In

• Locate supervisor (logisticssection chief; LSC).

• Report to status check-inrecorder and complete thecheck-in process.

• Report to the finance/administration section for timekeeping procedures.

• Report to communications unitand check out radio(s),command and logistics; obtainfrequency list.

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B. Obtain Briefing from the LSC

• Obtain work space.• Establish hours of operation.• Obtain operating procedures:

- Inquire about specialconsiderations, such as:Agency requirements,Incident requirements,Safety concerns, andCommunity issues.

- Inquire about jobassignments andperformancerequirements.

• Obtain information on remotecamps, helibase(s), andspecial operation areas.

• Obtain information on sleeping/eating facilities.

• Obtain introduction to security,logistics, safety, and humanresource personnel.

• Obtain current incident statusinformation.

• Obtain information oncommunication requirements,dead spots, etc.

• Obtain status of currentsecurity operation (personnelordered, shifts).

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• Obtain security and personalprotective equipment ifneeded.

• Obtain information to clarify theauthority and jurisdiction of thesecurity group.- Law enforcement actions

have legal and civilimplications. The SECMis responsible forclarifying the authority andjurisdiction of the securitygroup. Working outsidethe limits of this authorityand jurisdiction may leavethe security personnel,incident managementteam, and the agencyliable for civil or criminalprosecution.

- The laws of search andseizure have strong legalprecedents. The willfulviolation of theseconstitutional rights mayleave the SECMpersonally andprofessionally liable forcriminal prosecution andcivil liability.

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C. Security Sizeup

The security sizeup addresses theoverall security concerns, needs, andrequirements of the incidentmanagement team and localagencies.

Sizeup is the determination orassessment by the SECM usingexperienceand guidelines as to thescope of the job and the resourcesneeded. Information gained from thesizeup is used to develop thesecurity plan.

Incident security sizeup will includethe following:

• Type of incident: flood, fire,hurricane, earthquake, etc.

• Security problems to date:thefts, unauthorized personnel,assaults, substance abuse,access issues/closures, etc.

• Areas needing security: ICP,base and/or camps, helibases,staging areas, incident area,closed roads, etc.

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• Available resources: local/agency law enforcementofficers, volunteer/rescueemergency response groups,contract security, agencypersonnel, emergency hires,etc.

• Staffing/resource needs:minimum of one securityperson per post, peroperational period. Orderadequate resources to supportstaffing needs.

• Special concerns: location andneeds of inmate crews, ethniccultural conflicts, EqualEmployment Opportunity(EEO) complaints, militarycrews, camp visitors, localattractions (bars, swimmingholes), etc.

• Evacuation concerns: checkwith local, state, federal, andagency, for any areaEmergency ManagementService plans. Be aware ofareas that may require publicevacuation (recreation areas,wildland urban/interfaceresidences).

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• Demobilization concerns: theftof property, search andseizure, increased staffingneeds, etc.

D. Establish Contacts

• Identify and contact key locallaw enforcement (agency lawenforcement representative -federal, county, state, local):- Obtain names and

telephone numbers forthe incident security plan.

- Utilize these localresources wheneverpossible for arrests,search and seizures, orany law enforcement thatcould potentially involvecourt time.

• Clarify authority and jurisdiction.- Establish a plan for future

actions based uponneeds and jurisdictionalauthorities.

• Secure local phone book and/or list of local emergencycontact phone and FAXnumbers.

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• Determine what localresources are available,historic security problems inthe area, commoncommunication links, handlingof misdemeanor/felony crimesand investigations.

• Include area evacuation plan(obtain copy for planning unit),traffic control problems, roadlimitations, and immediateincident needs (checkpoints,roadblocks).

• Identify all key local, state, andfederal law enforcementagencies.

• Contact medical unit anddetermine emergency medicalevacuation plan.

• Check the availability of localsecurity agencies.

• Check the availability of localvolunteer rescue/emergencyresponse groups.Coordinate with the medicalunit leader and safety officer.

• Secure a supply of area maps.• Availability of traffic control

devices and department ofhighways procedures andcontacts.

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• Determine if a MOU is in placebetween the local lawenforcement agencies forassistance with security.

E. Common Problems and SecurityMeasures

See Appendix A, Types of Security,for definitions.

The following is a list of securityproblems found on an incident. Youshould become familiar with them inorder to identify proper securitymeasures and relay them to yoursubordinates. Relay problems toyour supervisor. Facilitate briefingand After Action Review (AAR) at theend of each shift.

1. Security problems found on anincident:

a. Blind spots

Areas found within afacility that, due to naturalor man-made barriers,poor lighting, or otherreasons, do not providefor 100% visibility.

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Example: Supply areasurrounded on threesides by a wooden fence.

Security Measures:100% surveillance,patrol-intensive, postingguards, patrol-random,provide additionallighting.

b. Ingress/egress areas

Areas where vehiclesand/or people enter/exit afacility. The feweringress/egress areas thebetter for providingsecurity. Closeunneeded ways in whichto enter and exit the area.

Security Measures:Posting guards.

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c. Inmates/prisoners/wardsand associated risks

Contrary to popularbelief, inmates are alower security risk thanother employeesprimarily becausecorrectional officers orguards are present.(Armed officers are notallowed in areas whereinmates are assigned.)

Security Measures:Patrol-random (signareas where firearms andweapons are restricted).

d. Employee pilferageprevention

The old phrase “out ofsight, out of mind” is veryapplicable here. Keephighly valuable itemshidden or locked. Therisks will then beminimized.

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If this is impossible,ropes, fences, or otherbarriers can be used tokeep unauthorizedpersons out of an area.Investigate, interview, anddocument. Passinformation on to theappropriate authorities.

Security Measures:100% surveillance,patrol-intensive, postingguards, patrol-random.

e. Incident personnelbehavior problems

Any time a large numberof people are gathered ina small area, such as abase or camp, problemscan arise. Examples mayinclude:

• Substance abuse.• Prostitution• Fighting and other

behavior problems.

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• Illegal use ofgovernmentvehicles,equipment, andproperty.

• Theft• Ethnic and cultural

conflicts.

Security Measures:100% surveillance,patrol-intensive,undercover/low profile,patrol-random.

2. Areas that need security:

a. Supply area

This is one of the areashaving the highest dollarvalue in any facility. Onlythe parking area (whenfull of apparatus) and thehelibase have more valuethan the supply area. Itshould receive highsecurity.

Security Measures:Patrol-intensive, patrol-random.

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b. Communications Unit andIncident Office areas

These areas housenumerous high dollarvalue items andaccountable property,such as computers,copiers, telephones, andradio equipment.

Security Measures:Patrol-intensive, patrolrandom.

c. Commissary


d. Sleeping area

If personal gear is storedthere, it will require aconsiderable amount ofsecurity. In the inmatesleeping area,correctional officers/guards can be expectedto provide some security.

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e. Kitchen area

If refrigerated vans withlockable doors are used,security problems can beminimized. If facilitiesare left unlocked,employee pilferage canbe high.


f. Parking area

This area can have thehighest dollar value,therefore, the greatestpotential for theft. Itshould have at least onepatrol assigned to it inorder to provide thesecurity required.

Security Measures:Patrol-intensive, postingguard, patrol-random.

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g. Ingress/egress areas

Ingress/egress areas arecontrol points to theincident (routes into andout of a facility). A checkpoint should beestablished at eachingress/egress point. Itcan be an effective crimedeterrent, by preventingunauthorized personnelfrom entering or leavingthe facility.

Security Measures:Posting guard.

h. Helibase(s)

This area contains highvalue equipment andshould be accessed byauthorized personnelonly. Ingress/egresspoints should be limitedand controlled. For nightshift, check with helibasemanager for preferredsecurity measures.

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Security Measures:Posting guard, patrol-intensive, patrol-random.

i. Other incident areas

• Areas on anincident such asroads, trails, stagingareas, and otherareas within theincident perimeterthat may needsecurity. If there isan identified need,the SECM shouldprovide it.

• Common areas(showers, messageboard, phones).

• Road closure areas(forest, county).May have to postsecurity at theblockade to serveas public relationsto explain theclosure.

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Security Measures:100% surveillance,patrol-intensive,undercover/low profile,patrol-random.

j. Traffic control

• Work with groundsupport on trafficplan, directingtraffic, and parkingvarious types ofvehicles.

• Enforce speedlimits; post speedlimit signs.

• Investigate trafficaccidents.

3. Security interview

The final step prior to actuallypreparing the security planentails studying the history ofthefts, other crimes, accidentsand safety concerns on theincident and applying thishistory to the plan itself.

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This is an information gatheringprocess in which closecoordination with the unitleaders, especially the supply,facilities and ground supportunit leaders, must bemaintained. This usuallymeans short interviews with unitleaders and their subordinateson a face-to-face basis.

The following is a sample ofthe types of questions thatshould be asked at theinterview:

• Time of event.• What was the situation,

nature of event.• Where it occurred.• Value of item(s) lost,

stolen, damaged.• Substantiating

documents (invoices,records, statements,evidence).

• Witnesses• Suspects

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The SECM can accomplishmany of these tasks by workingclosely with unit leaders andsimply making suggestions orasking what their needs are.Most people are honest andwant to prevent thefts and otherproblems. If approachedproperly, most people willcooperate.

F. Security Plan Document

The Security Plan is a writtenassessment of incident securityneeds and concerns and the actionstaken to address them. The plan is aworking document that is a source ofsecurity information for the incidentmanagement team. This is not astatic document and needs to bereviewed and updated periodically.

Once it has been reviewed andaccepted by the LSC, and approvedby the Incident Commander, a copyis given to the documentation unit forinclusion in the incident package.

See Appendix B for incidentsecurity plan example.

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G. Requesting Personnel

A minimum of one SECM and twosecurity personnel, preferably SEC1level, should be provided at theincident per 24-hour operationalperiod (see below for definition ofSEC1 and SEC2). Depending uponthe complexity of the incident,additional personnel could beneeded for other areas (helibase,road blocks, remote camps). Somepersonnel may not be allowed bytheir agencies to work alone undercertain situations (night shift). Thetotal number of personnel required isdetermined by the security plan.

SEC1: Security personnel withdefensive equipment, jurisdictionalarrest authority, and recognized bytheir agency as a fully commissionedlaw enforcement officer.

SEC2: Security personnel withoutarrest authority or jurisdictional lawenforcement authority. Agencyspecific law enforcement training isrequired.

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If the incident is close to a populousarea, then more SEC1 may beneeded. If the incident is in a ruralarea it may be that fewer SEC1 and/or more SEC2 could be used.Attempt to staff at least one SEC1for day shift and one for night shift.

For the night operational period it ispossible to use a SEC1 as the shiftsupervisor.

1. Staffing

Remember to provide a relieffor yourself.

There is no hard and fast rulefor staffing levels; the type andlocation of the incident will havean effect on those levels.

Look at least 48 hours inadvance when orderingsecurity resources.

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2. Other sources of personnel:

• Interagency mobilizationrequests.

• City and county lawenforcement agencies.

• State highway patrol orstate police.

• Private security agencies.• State natural resource

officers (Department ofNatural Resources, StateFish and Game).

• State Constable andpolice officer reserves.

ICP SECM SECM INCIDENT BASE 1 - SEC1 2 - SEC2 SUPPLY AREA 1 - SEC2 SLEEPING AREA KITCHEN AREA VEHICLE PARKING INGRESS/EGRESS AREAS

2 - SEC2 1 - SEC1 1 - SEC2

CAMPS BIG ROCK 1 - SEC1 1 - SEC1 SUPPLY AREA 1 - SEC2 1 - SEC2 SLEEPING AREA KITCHEN AREA VEHICLE PARKING INGRESS/EGRESS AREAS

2 - SEC2 2 - SEC2

HELIBASE CREST 1 – SEC1 1 – SEC1 1 – SEC2

INCIDENT AREA 2 deputies (outside agency)

2 deputies (outside agency)

Sample Organizational ChartLocation Day Night

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Resources are normallyrequested on ICS 213,General Message, althoughany written request may beused. Requests are routedthrough your supervisor.Resource needs should beevaluated daily. Maintain achart of personnel assigned tothe security unit and ademobilization plan. Excessresources should be identifiedand reassigned or released fordemobilization.

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H. Handling Sensitive Issues

Certain situations are confidential innature and should be directlydiscussed with the direct supervisor(such as the LSC). Other keyincident or local personnel may needto become involved to resolve thesesituations (Incident Commander,special agents, human resourcespecialist (HRSP), agency personnelofficer, sheriff’s deputies).

Special areas of concern:

1. Inmate crews

• May require specialarrangements:- separate sleeping

areas.- different showering

and eating times.- separation from the

rest of the camp.• Coordinate with guards

on specific needs.• Minimize contact between

armed security personneland inmate crews.

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• Check on specificguidelines for each statewhen inmate crews arepresent.

2. Ethnic and cultural concerns

• Be aware of the culturaldifferences betweenvarious ethnic groups.

• Seek advice from theagency representative,HRSP and/or LSCregarding any specialsecurity concerns.

3. Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO) complaints

• EEO complaints shouldbe immediately directedto the HRSP, and notifythe LSC or directsupervisor.

• The HRSP will identifyprocedures to follow forinvestigation.

4. Camp visitors

• No unauthorized personswill be allowed in camp.

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• Check with the incidentinformation officer for alist of media that will becoming into camp.

• Maintain a visitor log.• Consider using visitor

badges, vehicle dashidentification tags, etc.

• Incident employeesshould be reminded atthe daily briefing thatvisitors are not allowed incamp unless authorizedby the IncidentCommander or designee.

See Appendix C for visitorpolicy example and AppendixD for Interagency MediaGuidelines for Wildland Fires.

5. Alcohol and drug problems

• Close coordination withlocal law enforcementagencies, agencyrepresentatives, andcommand staff isnecessary to prevent andresolve drug and alcoholuse in and out of incident.

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• Special operations suchas drug dogs and/orundercover investigationswill need to becoordinated through theincident commander andlocal law enforcementagency.

6. Contracted personnel

• Be aware of possiblelanguage barriers.

• For contractual issues;contact the contractingofficer (CO) orcontracting officerrepresentative (COR).

7. Special events

• Special events such asmovies, dances, etc.,should be coordinatedwith the command andgeneral staff. A shutdown and quiet time willneed to be establishedand enforced.

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• Usually initiated by thecommunity through theincident informationofficer.

• Extra security willnormally be necessary.

• Traffic control and check-in/out procedures forvisitors will increase.

I. Briefing Incident Personnel

The SECM will need to attend eachincident and logistics sectionbriefing. The current security andlong term security plans should beaddressed. Obtain Incident ActionPlans (IAP). Distribute copies of theIAP and brief other personnel onincident status.

Ensure all new incident personnelare briefed and assigned as soon aspossible after arrival.

All briefings should address safety,authority, jurisdiction and liabilityconcerns.

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J. Vehicle Inspections/Searches

This method can be used to detectthe theft of supplies and materials.Vehicle inspections should beconducted by SEC1 personnel.Government vehicles can besearched at any time with theexception of personal gear. Similarrules apply to government contractedvehicles.

Private vehicles may not besearched without probable cause.Private vehicle inspections arelimited to those areas in “plain view.”Personal possessions and closedcontainers cannot be searchedwithout probable cause or consent.

If probable cause or consent isestablished, a thorough search couldbe warranted. The laws of searchand seizure must be followed.Whenever possible, a lawenforcement officer with jurisdictionwill review the probable cause andshould conduct the search.

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Utilization of the local lawenforcement for arrests, search andseizures, etc., is advised if the casegoes to court. Documentation andcustody of seized items should liewith the agency with jurisdiction.Documentation of the searchprocedures should be maintainedand included the ICS 214, Unit Log.

Personal items including packs,sleeping area and other incidentfacilities are similarly limited to “plainview” unless probable cause orconsent is established to conduct amore thorough search. Searchesshould always be conducted by a lawenforcement officer with jurisdictionand legal authority.

The laws of search and seizure havestrong legal precedents. The willfulviolation of these constitutional rightsmay leave the SECM personally andprofessionally liable for criminalprosecution and civil liability.

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K. Provide for the Safety and Welfareof Assigned Staff.

• Ensure personnel are easilyidentified as security (vests,hats, uniforms).

• Ensure that all personnel havethe necessary equipment tocomplete their assignment.This could include traffic vests,flashlights, signing materials,flagging, vehicles, radios, cellphones, PPE, etc.

• Ensure health and safetyconcerns are met. This couldinclude areas to secureweapons, sleeping areas,medical concerns, etc.- Dust abatement and

environmental factors(excessive heat).

• Review incident action plan andtimesheets to ensure that thework/rest guidelines arefollowed. Excessiveoperational period lengthsshould be kept to a minimum.

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• Stagger shifts of securitypersonnel for meals, showers,and sleeping periods to allowfor their well being and tomaintain proper coverage forthe incident.

• Staff with at least one SEC1per operational period.

• Security work schedules:- Security personnel are

not limited to the 0600 -1800 routine operationalperiod normallyencountered onincidents. Normallyincident work schedulesare dictated by theincident. SECM shouldconsider 24-hourcoverage.

- Choose the best optionthat meets the needs ofthe incident and theneeds of the securitystaff.

- Security units may berequested to monitorcommunicationbroadcasts during nightshifts when incidentpersonnel are on rest

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periods. Night coveragemay be required forremote camps, roadblocks, helibase, droppoints, etc.

L. Documentation and Record Keeping

All significant events must bedocumented. Documentation ofsecurity information should beginupon arrival with the ICS 214, UnitLog and continue throughout theduration of the incident. Incidentlogs should be updated for eachoperational period. Otherinvestigative documentation must becompleted in a timely manner andincluded in the documentationpackage.

See Appendix E, ICS 214 Unit Log,example.

Additional incident documentationcould include:

• Traffic Accidents• Comp/Claims Investigations• Criminal Incident Reports• Lost/Found

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• Security plan for demobilization• Personnel time report

See Appendix F for Lost/Foundform and Appendix G for securitydemobilization plan example.

The SECM or a member of thesecurity team may be called upon toassist the compensation/claim unit,investigate trafficaccidents, damageto the government and privateproperty, injury accidents, etc. Inmost cases, the security unit willhave more experience investigatingthese matters than individuals in thecomp/claim unit.

Investigations with criminal and/orcivil implications should bediscussed with the LSC andcoordinated with the local managingagency. Confidentiality is important.Ensure the chain of custody of allevidence is complete and that allpertinent facts are documented andrelayed to the appropriate lawenforcement agency(s).

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IV. DEMOBILIZATION

A. Incident Demobilization

Unlike other sections of the incident,security staffing needs may increaseduring demobilization.

• Anticipate increased workloadsaround base/camp areas.

• Coordinate with thedemobilization unit leader(DMOB) to determineresources which have beenreleased.

• Schedule changes may benecessary to accommodatedemobilization plans whenlarge numbers of personnel arereleased in a short period oftime.

• Communicate with the supplyunit leader (SUPL) to find out ifa list of missing items isavailable during demobilizationand watch for known missingitems. Maintain an up to datelist of missing items.

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• ICS 221, DemobilizationCheckout:- Check for unauthorized

items as resources arechecking out and leavingcamp.

- After inspection, checkthe appropriate box onthe ICS 221 to authorizethe release of theresource.

- Security will probably beone of the last check offpoints for thedemobilized resources.

B. Demobilization of Security Personnel

As security needs decrease,consideration must be given toreleasing excess security personnel.

• Obtain release information forthe resources involved.

• Upon demobilization of securitypersonnel ensure they aredebriefed, all documentationcompleted, all equipmentreturned, and travelarrangements completed.

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• Debrief with agency personnel,ensure all agency concernshave been satisfied and thatnecessary documentation hasbeen distributed.

• Check with time unit to ensurethat all personnel time is up todate and complete for allassigned incident securitypersonnel.

• Obtain ICS 221 from theplanning section.

• Debrief with supervisor andreceive signed performanceappraisal, if requested.

• Check out with each sectionindicated on the ICS 221.

• Submit completed ICS 221 tothe planning section.

• All assigned security personnelshould receive a signedevaluation, if requested orrequired by the incidentmanagement team.

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V. GENERAL SECURITY

A. General security tips that may assistyou in the job of SECM:

1. Local law enforcement may beused to help identify localindividuals with questionablebackgrounds. This couldinclude persons that frequentthe area or that are hired for theincident.

2. Identify the location of local“attractive nuisances” (bars,convenience stores, swimmingholes).

3. Assist the supply unit withtracking of sensitive equipmentand accountable property onthe line or in the base/camp.

4. Be alert for vice crimes such asprostitution, gambling, etc.

5. Appropriate use of off-dutytime should be identified in theinitial briefing by the IC. Eachindividual and/or crew isresponsible for off-dutybehavior.

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6. Secure and keep a current mapof the camp including crewlocations. Ensure crew andoverhead locations areidentified with signs in thesleeping areas. Maintaina call list for contact for thecrews in case of emergenciesor discipline problems.

7. Establish and enforce quiettimes in sleeping areas dayand night. Post quiet hours atthe entrance to the sleepingareas.

8. Hire local law enforcementthrough cooperative/MOU/contract agreements. Underthe casual (EFF, AD) hiringsystem, law enforcementofficers become federalgovernment employees andlose their law enforcementauthority. This is a liabilityconcern.

9. For large camps establishedsome distance from theincident base, another SECMmay be needed. This persondoes the same job for thecamp as the SECM does forthe base.

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10. Camp boundaries should beclearly marked in certainsituations to preventunauthorized entry by non-incident personnel.

11. Mobilization/demobilizationcenters, and other facilities willrequire security similar to abase camp, and could increaseyour staffing needs. Maintainclose contact with local lawenforcement authorities. Thereare times these areas will beoutside your authority andjurisdiction.

12. Radical special interest groupscould interfere with incidentoperations, and will increasesecurity needs. Close contactwith local law enforcementagencies and forest/agencylaw enforcement will berequired.

13. Traffic rules will be enforced.Enlist the help of local lawenforcement agencies withjurisdiction.

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14. Review special closure ordersinitiated by the incident andimplement. Work with incidentmanagement team/agency lawenforcement representativesfor any additional specialclosures.

15. Drop points have potential forequipment thefts.

16. Whenever security personnelare assigned to an operationsfunctional area, the fullpersonal protective equipment(PPE) that is required by thoseoperations personnel will beworn by the security personnel.If security personnel are to goout on the fireline, full PPE andline qualifications (arduouspack tests) are mandatory.

17. Be aware of animal controlpolicies (food in sleepingareas). Keep a list ofindividuals who were issuedchemical agent for animalcontrol, as it could be an officersafety risk. If applicable,determine camp policyconcerning animal control.Seek guidance from local stategame officials on the policy.

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18. Security may have to protectfireline explosives and enforcespecial rules pertaining toclearance area.

19. Security personnel may becalled on to assist withevacuations both at theincident and the surroundingcommunity. Be aware of thetransportation plan and theincident area if there is a needfor evacuation.

20. Check with the incidentmanagement team for policyon allowing domestic pets intocamp.

21. Provide security for contractedfacilities to the incident toprevent vandalism, theft, andproperty damage.

22. Be aware of vendors wanting tosolicit their products in camp(tee shirts, hair cuts,commissary type items).

23. Remember, security may beneeded on the entire incident,not just in camp.

24. Work with the LSC to keep thecamp perimeter no larger thannecessary.

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B. Theft Prevention Techniques

1. Identify theft prevention in theincident action plan (IAP).Safeguard parking areas, droppoints, sleeping areas, etc.

2. Provide security personnel toaccompany camp cleanupcrews through sleeping areas.

3. Encourage crews to secure allpersonal gear before leavingfor the line.

4. A security tent or post mayneed to be set up near thesleeping area for addedsecurity visibility.

5. Maintain a 24 hour guard oningress/egress points.

6. Encourage the reporting ofthefts.

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APPENDIX A

Types of Security

100% Surveillance: This is a very labor-intensive method, but at times necessary,especially if many thefts or other crimes haveoccurred in a given area.

Patrol - Intensive: This can be a deterrent tocrimes, but is less reliable than 100%surveillance. However, if high security typevisibility is warranted, it is a good method.

Patrol - Random: Again, this can be adeterrent, but it is less effective than intensivepatrol. It is commonly used in areas of highvisibility and minimal “blind spots,” where little orno thefts or other crimes have been reported.

Under Cover - Low Profile: This method israrely used in facilities but can be an excellenttool to use when illegal activities are suspected.

Post Guards: This method can and has beenused with great success in facilities. It is doneprimarily at ingress/egress areas, but can alsobe used in other areas to deter unauthorizedpersonnel from entering the area. It is very laborintensive.

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APPENDIX B

INCIDENT SECURITY PLANCREST INCIDENT

DATE: JUNE 11, xxxx

ICP: CREST

Problems: None

Security Concerns: None

Security Needed: Patrol-Random

INCIDENT BASE: CREST

Supply Area

Problems: One reported theft:chain saw.

Security Concerns: Blind spot on east sideof supply area.

Security Needed: Patrol-Intensive. Walkthrough with supply unitleader to addresssecurity concerns.

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APPENDIX B (continued)

Sleeping Area

Problems: One reported theft: oneradio (boom box).

Security Concerns: Improper storage ofpersonal items.

Security Needed: Patrol-Random. Talkwith crew reps aboutpersonal gear storage,insert a securitymessage in the IncidentAction Plan.

Kitchen Area

Problems: One reported theft: onegenerator.

Security Concerns: Unsecured equipment.

Security Needed: Patrol-Random. Walkthrough with food unitleader to addresssecurity concerns,secure equipment withlocking devices (lockand chain).

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Vehicle Parking

Problems: Numerous reports ofthefts of smallfirefighting tools.

Security Concerns: Out-of-service striketeams loitering inparking area.

Security Needed: Patrol-Intensive, removeunauthorized persons.

Ingress/Egress Areas

Problems: Unescorted mediainside incident base.

Security Concerns: Numerous ingress/egress areas.

Security Needed: Post guards at eachingress/egress location,reduce the number ofaccess points.

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CAMPS BIG ROCK

Supply Area

Problems: None

Security Concerns: Blind spot on back sideof supply area.

Security Needed: Patrol-Random. Walkthrough with supply unitleader to addresssecurity concerns.

Sleeping Area

Problems: None



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Kitchen Area

Problem: One reported theft:frozen food.

Security Concerns: Unsecured refrigeratorvans.

Security Needed: Patrol-Random.Request through foodunit leader that vans belocked.

Vehicle Parking

Problems: None



Ingress/Egress Areas

Problems: None

Security Concerns: Numerous ingress/egress areas.

Security Needed: Post guard, reduce toone access into camp.

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HELIBASE: CREST

Problems: None

Security Concerns: Large number ofpersonnel in and out.

Security Needed: Patrol-Random. 24-hourcoverage, post guard.

Incident Area

Problems: Unauthorized personnel.

Security Concerns: Uncontrolled access.

Security Needs: Coordinate with sheriffand set up vehicle checkpoints.

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Special Concerns

Problems: Ethnic and culturalconflict, camp visitors,local attractions (bars/convenience stores).

Security Concerns: Fighting, theft, alcoholin camp, drunkenness.

Security Needs: Post guard, patrol-random, intensive.

Phone numbers of local law enforcement (Nameof Agency) and emergency contacts:

555-3765555-2239

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NARRATIVE:

Local law enforcement officer (Police Chief) DanSteele was notified today of the incident, itsscope, and expected duration. He offered hisfull cooperation, and will provide a patrol car forcontinuous 24-hour per day use. The patrol carwill canvass the perimeter of the facilities for theduration of the incident.

Corrections Lt. Olesen has been contacted andhas been advised that the inmate sleeping areaborders a chain-link fence surrounding apharmacy.

Submitted as complete by:Security Manager - Crest Base

Reviewed and accepted as complete by:Logistics Section Chief - Crest Facility

Approved by: Incident Commander

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INCIDENT VISITOR POLICY

Welcome to our camp! We would ask that you take a minute to review our visitor policy and ask any questions if anything is unclear. • Visitors will stop at the front gate and obtain a visitor pass. The

pass must be worn at all times and turned into Security upon leaving the camp at the end of your visit.

• Visitors will not be allowed to roam camp without being

accompanied by an incident employee. • Visitor’s vehicles will be parked only in designated visitor parking

areas or to areas as directed by Security. • No pets (except seeing-eye dogs) are allowed in camp.

• Non-prescription drugs, alcohol, and weapons are strictly

prohibited. • Visitation privileges end at 9 P.M.; there will be no overnight

visitors. • Visitors are not allowed to eat meals unless specifically authorized

by the Incident Commander or his acting. • Please observe smoking restrictions as posted throughout camp.

Thank you! ________________________ Incident Commander

APPENDIX C, VISITOR POLICY, EXAMPLE

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APPENDIX D

Interagency Media Guidelines for WildlandFires

March 19, 2004

General Policy

• It is the policy of federal and stateagencies to provide news media access toincidents including wildland fires,prescribed fires and wildland fire-use fires.

• Federal and state agencies are required toprovide equitable and maximum newsmedia access to wildland fire incidents.

• For the purposes of these guidelines,news media representatives include printand broadcast reporters; freelance printreporters; freelance videographers; andphotographers.

• While the wildland firefighting agenciesseek to provide safe access to incidentsfor news media representatives, theultimate responsibility for their safety lieswith the individual reporter and theiremployer.

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Access

• Visits to the fireline must receive theapproval of the incident commander ordesignated representative.

• News media will be escorted by a personqualified as a single resource boss orother appropriate escort approved by theincident commander. The incidentcommander may delegate escort approvalauthority to other incident personnel, suchas the lead Information Officer orappropriate local authority.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• News media representatives will berequired to wear PPE as outlined in theFireline Handbook and the InteragencyStandards for Fire and Aviation Operations(the “Red Book”) when working within thefire perimeter, and have an appropriatesafety briefing. PPE must meet NationalFire Protection Association/NationalWildfire Coordinating Group standards.


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The required PPE is:

√ 8-inch high, lace-type work bootswith non-slip, melt-resistant solesand heels.

√ Aramid shirts√ Aramid trousers√ Hard hat with chinstrap√ Leather gloves√ Fire shelter√ Water canteen

PPE may be provided by the fireorganization if media representatives areunprepared.

Firefighter Training

• News media representatives are invited tojoin in basic firefighter courses with federaland state providers, if there is sufficientroom for them.

• These courses are voluntary. Attendingthem is not a guarantee of access, nor anendorsement of safety accreditation, butrather is an opportunity for information andeducation. Reporters can also be referred


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to authorized contract trainers or theacademic community for basic firefightercourses.

• NWCG member agencies will notadminister the work-capacity test to newsmedia representatives because of liabilityconcerns.

“Shadowing” Fire Crews

• Incident personnel will facilitate in-depthcoverage opportunities for journalists.News media representatives requesting to“shadow” crews for more than oneoperational period on the fireline or in thefire area must:

- Wear personal protective equipmentand understand how to use it.

- Coordinate activities with the leadInformation Officer, who willcommunicate with the affected crewboss, incident commander, and thefire management officer at the crew’shome unit.


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• It is strongly recommended that reportersrequesting to shadow crews completebasic firefighter training including S-130and S-190. If these courses have beentaken in a previous year, a currentrefresher course is recommended. Newsmedia representatives must be able towalk in mountainous terrain, be in goodphysical condition, with no knownlimitations.

Red Cards in the Incident Command System

• News media representatives will not beissued “red cards” under the IncidentCommand System. The red-card systemwas designed for incident personnel withspecific duties for which they are trainedand qualified, and not for non-incidentpersonnel.

Existing Laws and Policies

• These guidelines apply to all fires underfederal or state jurisdiction, but are notintended to supersede existing tribal laws;state laws, such as media access laws inCalifornia; or chain-of-commandprocedures relevant to military crews.


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Denial of Access

• Denial of access will be a rare occurrence.News media access may be limited whenthe Incident Commander determines:

- Safety of firefighters or others maybe compromised. Considerationsshould be much the same as thosewhen it is deemed unsafe for firecrews to be on the fireline such asextreme fire behavior, expectedchange in the weather, and so forth.

- The presence of non-fire personnelcompromises incident operations.

- The presence of non-fire personnelcompromises the integrity of aninvestigation.

- A violation of security or privacy ofincident personnel would occur.

• Federal and state agencies will supportdecisions regarding access by otherjurisdictions, such as a private landowner,tribal entity, or local law enforcementagency.


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• Reasons for denial of access should bedocumented by the lead information officerand become part of the unit log.

• News media aviation resources mustdetermine and abide by airspacerestrictions that may be implemented bythe FAA at the request of fire managers.

California Media Access Guidelines

In California, State Law (see enclosure) allowscredentialed news media access to fires, floods,earthquakes, explosions, accidents, etc., unlesstheir activities prevent law enforcement and otheremergency officials from doing their job. Toensure consistent application of the law duringemergency situations the following guidelinesapply:

• Credentialed news media representativeswill not be denied access to NationalForest System Lands unless by theirpresence they are compromising thesafety of our employees, impeding theresponse of emergency equipment orpersonnel, or impeding the investigation ofthe incident.


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• News media representatives are requiredto present proper press credentials toagency officials prior to accessing areasclosed to the general public.

• It is strongly recommended that incidentpersonnel provide qualified media escorts.However, in certain situations this may notbe possible and credentialed news mediashould not be denied access if they do nothave an escort, unless their presenceresults in compromising firefighter safety.

• While it is not required for access, it isstrongly recommended that all news mediahave and wear personal protectiveequipment (PPE), and be given a safetybriefing.

• Media who are using fixed or rotary aircraftmust follow FAA regulations for closures orrestrictions of airspace over incidents.


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REPRINTED FROM THE STATE OFCALIFORNIA PENAL CODE:

CLOSING OF AREAS IN EMERGENCIES409.5(a) Whenever a menace to the public

health or safety is created by a calamity such asflood, storm, fire, earthquake, explosion,accident or other disaster, officers of theCalifornia Highway Patrol, police departments orsheriff’s office may close the area where themenace exists for the duration thereof by meansof ropes, markers or guards to any and allpersons not authorized by such officer to enteror remain within the closed area. If such acalamity creates an immediate menace to thepublic health, the local health officer may closethe area where the menace exists pursuant to theconditions which are set forth above in thissection.

(b) Officers of the California HighwayPatrol, police departments or sheriff’s office mayclose the immediate area surrounding anyemergency field command post or any othercommand post activated for the purpose ofabating any calamity enumerated in this sectionor any riot or other civil disturbance to any and allunauthorized persons pursuant to the conditionswhich are set forth in this section whether or notsuch field command post is located near to theactual calamitous riot or other civil disturbance.


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(c) Any unauthorized person who willfullyand knowingly enters an area closed pursuant tosubdivision (a) or (b) and who willfully remainswithin such area after receiving notice toevacuate or leave shall be guilty of amisdemeanor.

(d) NOTHING IN THIS SECTION SHALLPREVENT A DULY AUTHORIZEDREPRESENTATIVE OF ANY NEWS SERVICE,NEWSPAPER, OR RADIO OR TELEVISIONSTATION OR NETWORK FROM ENTERINGTHE AREAS CLOSED PURSUANT TO THISSECTION.

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APPENDIX E, ICS 214 UNIT LOG, EXAMPLE

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APPENDIX F

LOST/FOUND/STOLEN REPORTCleared______________

LOST/STOLEN/FOUND (circle one)

Incident Name______________________Forest/District___________

Person Reporting (or owner of property, if known)_________________

Contact Address___________________________________________

City__________________State_____Zip_______Phone ( )______

VICTIM’S FORWARDING ADDRESS (if different from above)________

City__________________State_____Zip_______Phone ( )_______

ITEM DESCRIPTION_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Value__________Date Lost/Found/Stolen__________Time_________

CIRCUMSTANCES________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________(continue on back if more room is needed)

INCIDENT REPORT NUMBER (if assigned)_____________________

COPIES GIVEN TO: Claims ( ) Procurement ( )

Other_____________Date__________

OFFICER_________________Home Unit Address________________

City____________________State_____Zip_______Phone ( )____

RETURNED TO_________________Date/Time___________

REPORT #________________

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APPENDIX G24-HOUR CLOCK

12 Hour 24 Hour Pronounce

1:00 AM 0100 Zero-one hundred2:00 AM 0200 Zero-two hundred3:00 AM 0300 Zero-three hundred4:00 AM 0400 Zero-four hundred5:00 AM 0500 Zero-five hundred6:00 AM 0600 Zero-six hundred7:00 AM 0700 Zero-seven hundred8:00 AM 0800 Zero-eight hundred9:00 AM 0900 Zero-nine hundred

10:00 AM 1000 Ten hundred11:00 AM 1100 Eleven hundred12 NOON 1200 Twelve hundred

1:00 PM 1300 Thirteen hundred2:00 PM 1400 Fourteen hundred3:00 PM 1500 Fifteen hundred4:00 PM 1600 Sixteen hundred5:00 PM 1700 Seventeen hundred6:00 PM 1800 Eighteen hundred7:00 PM 1900 Nineteen hundred8:00 PM 2000 Twenty hundred9:00 PM 2100 Twenty-one hundred

10:00 PM 2200 Twenty-two hundred11:00 PM 2300 Twenty-three hundred

12 MIDNIGHT 2400 Twenty-four hundred

Notice that you add 12 to the PM time to get the first two numbers of the hour, e.g., 8 PM is twenty hundred (8 + 12 = 20).

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APPENDIX H

GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS

For additional fireline terms, refer to WildlandFire Terminology, PMS 205, NFES 1832

Accountable Items with a purchase price ofProperty $5,000.00 or higher. Also,

items that the agencyconsiders sensitive (cameras,chain saws, items with propertynumbers).

A/C Aircraft (fixed or rotor wing).

AD Administratively Determined(rates and pay plan foremergency workers).

AGL Above Ground Level (altitudeexpressed in feet above theground).

Agency An individual assigned to anRepresentative incident from an assisting or

cooperating agency who hasbeen delegated the authority tomake decisions on mattersaffecting that agency’sparticipation at the incident.

APPENDIX H (continued)

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AIDS Aerial Ignition Devices (usuallyrefers to a ping pong ballmachine or a helitorch).

Air Contact Particular aviation resource tocontact when reporting to a fire.

Air Show Multiple aircraft over a fire,usually including air tankers.

Air Tactical ICS position within theoperations section. Air TacticalGroup Supervisor (ATGS),synonymous with air attack.

Advanced A weather data collection andTechnology forecasting facility consisting ofMeteorological seven modules, weighing aUnit total of 116 pounds and(ATMU) occupying 13.8 cubic feet of

space when transported.Requires a supplemental orderof helium, procured locally.

Alumigel® Jelly-like substance producedby mixing gasoline andAlumigel® powder. It is thenapplied with an ignition devicesuch as a helitorch to ignitefires.


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ALS Advanced Life Support

ATA Actual Time of Arrival

Air Tanker Fixed wing aircraftcapable of delivering fireretardant (liquid and foam).

ATD Actual Time of Departure

Attractive Those areas that attract asignificant number ofindividuals (bars, conveniencestores, swimming holes).

Av Gas Fuel for aircraft with internalcombustion engines(reciprocating engines).

Azimuth The horizontal distance inangular degrees in a clockwisedirection from the north point.

Back Haul Excess supplies, equipment ortrash returned from a locationon an incident.


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Base The location at which primarylogistical functions for anincident are coordinated andadministered. There is onlyone base per incident;example: incident commandpost (ICP).

Bearing Position of an object withreference to a point on acompass.

Backpack A collapsible backpack madePump of neoprene or high strength

nylon fabric that carriesapproximately five gallons ofwater fitted with a hand pump(bladder bag).

Booster An intermediary pump forPump supplying additional lift in

pumping water uphill past thecapacity of the first pump.

BDU Fire resistant pants.


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Blind Spot Areas found within afacility that due to naturalor human-made barriers,poor lighting, etc., donot provide for 100% visibility(supply area surrounded onthree sides by a woodenfence).

Casual (EFF) An employee who is hiredtemporarily for a fireemergency (see AD). Alsoreferred to as Emergency FireFighter (EFF).

Camp A geographical site within thegeneral incident area,separated from the incidentbase. It is equipped andstaffed to provide food, water,and sanitary services toincident personnel.

Check Point A fixed location, usually on theperimeter of an incident, whichcontrols access to and fromthe incident.


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Chief of Party Person in charge ofpassengers while traveling.

Clamshell Reusable battery holder forKing® radios. Holds nine AAbatteries. Listed as Holder,Battery, King, NFES 1034.

Compressed A generic term used toAir describe foam systemsFoam consisting of an airSystem compressor (air source), water(CAFS) pump and foam solution.

Commo Communications

Consumable Items that are expected to beProperty consumed on the incident

(batteries, MREs, canteens).

Coordination Regional/Zone/State levelCenter center for mobilization of

resources to incidents, etc.(dispatch).

Coupling, A fitting on the end of a hosehose that connects the ends of

adjacent hoses or othercomponents of hose (male,female, quick connect, pin lug).


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Coyote A progressive line constructionTactics technique involving self-

sufficient crews which build fireline until the end of theoperational period, remain at ornear that point while in anunavailable status and beginbuilding fireline at that point atthe start of the next operationalperiod.

CSJRL Cotton-Synthetic Jacketed,Rubber Lined hose.

Cubie Cubitainer: a five galloncontainer used for transportingdrinking water.

Demob Demobilization, process ofremoving resources, usually offincidents.

DHS Department of HomelandSecurity

Dispatch Dispatch center; a facility fromwhich resources are assignedto an incident.


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Division Incident division, usuallydesignated by a letter;example: Division A.

DJRL Double Jacketed Rubber Linedhose.

Dozer A tracked vehicle with a frontmounted blade used forbuilding fireline (bulldozer).

Dozer tender Bulldozer service unit.

Drop Point A location, usually within theincident area, established byeither operations or logistics toplace or retrieve personnel andequipment. Drop points areusually physically signed andnumbered and identified on anincident map.

Drum Lifter A device used to transport a 55gallon drum via a sling on ahelicopter.

Durable Non-accountable items, withProperty useful life expectancy longer

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Engine A truck mounted with a pumpand tank (water), used in firesuppression.

EMS Emergency Medical Service

EMT Emergency Medical Technician

ETA Estimated Time of Arrival

ETD Estimated Time of Departure

ETE Estimated Time En Route

Expanded The organization in dispatchDispatch that is activated when the

complexity of logisticscoordination approaches alevel the initial attack dispatchorganization can no longersupport.

FAA Federal Aviation Administration

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Fill or Kill Policy designed to indicateability to fill an order or if it cannot be filled within a reasonableamount of time (1 hour isstandard), then “kill” it.Determine whether to reorderat a later time or cancel theorder. This policy isreferenced in the NationalInteragency Mobilization Guide.

Fire Cache A supply of fire tools andequipment assembled inplanned quantities or standardunits at a strategic point forexclusive use in firesuppression.

Fixed Wing Aircraft with stationary wings;an airplane.

FLE Fire Line Explosives, used forrapid construction of firelinewith a small number ofspecially trained personnel.

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Foam An extinguishing agent,chemically and/or mechanicallyproduced, that blankets andadheres to the fuels to reducecombustion. When foamproducts are mixed at 1% orless, the foam will remaineffective at preventing ignitionfor 12 hours. Works withcurrent class A foam deliverysystems.

Fol-da-tank® A portable, collapsible watertank with a tubular frame; variesin capacity from 500-1500gallons.

FTS Federal Telephone System

Gated Wye A gated valve used in hose laysto allow connection of otherhoses within the trunk line(1” lateral hose with nozzle).

GHT Garden Hose Thread, 3/4 inchhose fittings.

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Gray Water Used water from the kitchen(Grey) and shower units.

Greenwich The time at “0” longitude,Mean Greenwich, England (ZuluTime time).

Hazardous Substances that are identified,Material classified and regulated in the

Code of Federal Regulations,Title 49 and HazardousMaterials Regulation 175. Ahazardous material is asubstance or material whichhas been determined by theDepartment of Transportationto be capable of posing anunreasonable risk to health,safety and property whentransported in commerce andwhich has been so designated.

Head (water Pressure due to elevation ofpressure) water. Equals 0.433 pounds

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Helibucket Specially designed bucketcarried by a helicopter like asling load and used for aerialdelivery of water or fireretardants.

Helitorch An aerial ignition device slungbeneath a helicopter todisperse ignited lumps of jelledgasoline (Alumigel®).

Hot Food/ Nonreusable cans that areDrink Cans used to ship hot or cold drinks

and food to remote locations.

Hot Shots, Specially trained seasonalIHC hand crew (Type 1).

Hoverfill Tank Large, portable tank from whichhelitankers can hoverfill.

IA Initial Attack, first effort tosuppress a fire.

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Impeller Rotating part of a centrifugalpump which imparts energy tothe liquid to be moved. Forshearing purposes, theimpeller is on a rotating shaftwithin the body of liquid.

IMSR Incident Management SituationReport (Sit Report). Dailyreport giving the current firesituation in the United States.

Incident An event (fire, flood, earth-quake, other disasters).

Incident Contains objectives reflectingAction the overall incident strategyPlan and specific control actions(IAP) for the next operational period.

The plan may be oral or written.

Incident A location where the primaryCommand command functions arePost (ICP) executed; may be co-located

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Incident An organization used toCommand manage an emergency incidentSystem (ICS) or a non-emergency event. It

can be used equally well forboth small and large situations.The system has considerableinternal flexibility. It can grow orshrink to meet differing needs.This makes it a cost-effectiveand efficient managementsystem. The system can beapplied to a wide variety ofemergency and non-emergency situations.

Incident All supervisory positionsOverhead described in the incident

command system.

Increaser Increasing coupling used onhose, pump or nozzles topermit connection of a largersize of hose.

Inductor A control mechanism thatallows a regulated quantity offoam concentrate to beintroduced into the main hoseline.


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Infrared A heat detection system usedfor fire detection, mapping andheat source identification.

Ingress/ Areas where vehicles and/orEgress people enter and exit a facility.

Inside The internal diameter of a tube,Diameter conductor or coupling as

distinguished from the outsidediameter. Fire hose sizes areclassified by a nominal internaldiameter.

IR Scan Infrared survey of a fire.

Iron Pipe Standard system of thread forStandard connecting various types ofThread rigid piping. These threads are

much finer and more difficult toconnect in the field thanNational Standard threads.


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Jurisdiction The range or sphere ofauthority. Public agencies havejurisdiction at an incidentrelated to their legalresponsibilities and authorityfor incident mitigation.Jurisdictional authority at anincident can be political/geographic, or functional.

Jurisdictional The agency having land andAgency resource management

responsibility for a specificgeographical or functional areaas provided by federal, state orlocal law.

Kamlock Type of fitting that providesquick connecting/disconnectinghose.

Lead Line Line or set of lines made ofrope, webbing or cable andused in helicopter external loadoperations. Placed between aswivel or the cargo hook andthe load.


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Lead Plane Aircraft with pilot used to maketrial runs over the target area tocheck wind, smoke conditions,topography and lead air tankersto the target.

Lined Fire Fire hose with a smooth innerHose coating of rubber or plastic to

reduce friction loss.

Liquid Liquid phosphate fertilizersConcentrate used as fire retardants, usually

diluted three to five times priorto application.

Live Line Hose line or reel on a fireor Reel engine, carried connected to

the pump, ready for use withoutmaking connection to pump orattaching nozzle.

Load An agency form used toCalculation calculate helicopter loadForm weight.

Local Agency An agency having jurisdictionalresponsibility for all or part ofan incident.


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Longline A line or set of lines, usually in50 feet increments, used inexternal load operations thatallow the helicopter to placeloads in areas which thehelicopter cannot land.

MAC Multi-Agency CoordinatingGroup

MAFFS Modular Airborne Fire FightingSystem, the military’s air tankerprogram (used when moretankers are needed than thereare available on contract).

Mark III Small, portable water pump.

Mark 26 Portable water pump (smallerthan a Mark III).

Medevac Emergency medicalevacuation.

Misery Whip Crosscut saw.

MIST Minimum Impact SuppressionTactics.


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Mix Ratio The ratio of liquid foamconcentrate to water, usuallyexpressed as a percent.

Monitor Turret type nozzle usuallymounted on an engine.

Mob Guides Reference used to facilitate themobilization of resources.Includes policies, procedures,and where to find theresources.

Mop up Extinguish or remove burningmaterial near control lines afteran area has burned to securethe fire or to reduce residualsmoke.

MRE Meals Ready to Eat, lightweight, packaged food used onfires.

Multicom A VHF/AM aircraft radiofrequency (122.9 MHz)assigned by the FAA for use inair-to-air communications.

Mud Fire retardant.


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NH National Fire Hose, couplingthreads used for fire hose 1½"and larger.

NFES Catalog Referred to as the National FireEquipment System Catalog.This catalog is used to orderequipment and supplies fromfire caches.

NICC National InteragencyCoordination Center at Boise,ID.

NIFC National Interagency FireCenter at Boise, ID.

Nomex® A fire resistant syntheticmaterial used in themanufacturing of flightsuits, pants and shirts forfirefighters.

Nozzle A foam generating device thatAspirated mixes air at atmosphericFoam System pressure with foam solution in

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Nozzle, Twin-tip combination nozzle forForester 1" hose. Combination fog/

straight stream nozzle tip; lowvolume.

Nozzle, KK Combination barrel nozzle.Higher volume than theForester nozzle.

NPSH National Pipe Straight HoseCoupling Threads (straight pipethreads for hose couplings andnipple).

NPT National Pipe Threads/American Standard Taper pipethreads.

NTE Not to exceed; a personnelterm used for positions thathave a limited duration due tofunding or project length.

Patrol- A roving type of patrol withIntensive greater frequency than a

random patrol. This can bea deterrent to crimes, but isless reliable than 100%surveillance.


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Patrol- A roving type of patrol atRandom varying times. It is commonly

used in areas of high visibility,where little or no thefts or othercrimes have been reported.

Payload Weight of passengers and/orcargo being carried by anaircraft.

PAX Passengers

PC Paracargo, cargo delivered bymeans of fixed wing aircraftand parachutes specialtypacked and rigged, usually bysmokejumper paracargospecialists.

PG Personal gear bag.

Phoschek® Long term red colored fireretardant.

PIC Pilot in Command


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Piston Pump Positive displacement pumpwith 2, 4, and 6 reciprocatingpistons to force water from thepump chamber in conjunctionwith appropriate action of inletand discharge valves.

Posting Technique of providing securityGuards by assigning personnel to fixed

location. Usually at ingress/egress and high traffic areas.

PPE Personal ProtectiveEquipment. Could includeagency issued law enforce-ment equipment (gun, holster,vest).

Probeye® Infrared scanning device thatpicks up hotspots on fires.

Proportioner A device that adds apredetermined amount of foamconcentrate to water to form afoam solution.


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PSD Plastic Sphere Dispenser;refers to a machine installed ina helicopter that dispensesplastic spheres (ping pongballs) filled with potassiumpermanganate. The machineinjects a small amount ofethylene glycol into eachsphere and then dispensesthem out of the helicopter.The exothermal reaction ofthe two chemicals createsenough heat to ignite theplastic sphere, in 25 to30seconds, which in turn ignitesthe fuel bed. Aerial SphereDispenser Kit, NFES 3410.

PTO Power Take-Off; asupplementary mechanismenabling the engine power tobe used to operate non-automotive apparatus (such asa pump).

Pumpkin Collapsible, soft-sided,freestanding portable watertank.


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Ramp Parking area for aircraftadjacent to a runway.

Red Card Fire qualification card issuedto personnel showing theirqualifications to fill specificfire positions.

Reel A frame on which hose iswound (3/4 to 1 inch hose)supplied by a water tank onthe apparatus.

Resource Any person, aircraft, supply orequipment available forassignment to an incident.Described by kind and type(T2 Crew, ICT1, T6 Engine).

Resource Form used by dispatchers,Order service personnel and logistics

coordinators to document therequest, ordering or releaseof resources and the trackingof those resources on anincident.


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Respirator A simple filter mask forindividual protection againstsmoke and fumes for use onwildland fires.

Retardant A chemical having a retardingaction on fire, usually appliedwith an air tanker.

Retrograde Reversal of an order; shippingsupply items from the incidentback to the cache or to anotherincident.

Requisition A form/procedure forpurchasing supplies.

RH Relative Humidity; a measureof moisture in the air.

Rocker Lug Hose coupling in which the lugsCoupling used for tightening or

loosening are semicircular inshape and designed to passover obstructions.


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ROSS Resource Ordering StatusSystem; a computer baseddispatch system for trackingresources.

Rotor Wash The air turbulence caused bythe movement of the rotorblades of a helicopter.

Rotorwing Aircraft with a rotor system thatrotates about an axis to providelift and/or thrust for a helicopter.

R & R Center Facility where individuals mayrest and recuperate after beingon an incident for an extendedperiod of time.

RX Prescribed fire.

SIPT Straight Iron Pipe Thread

Slurry Fire retardant.


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SMJ or SJ Smokejumper; fire suppressionpersonnel who parachute tofires via fixed wing aircraft.

SOP Standard Operating Procedures

Spotter Smokejumper supervisor incharge of a jumper load;performs navigation,communication, and paracargoduties.

Staging Area A temporary on-incidentlocation, managed by theoperations section. Incidentpersonnel and equipment areassigned on a three minuteavailable basis.

Stocking Minimum levels of suppliesLevels kept on hand at a fire cache.

Strainer A wire or metal guard used tokeep debris from clogging pipeor other openings made forpumping water. Placed onsuction hose it will protectpumps from foreign materials.


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Surfactant A surface active agent. Aformulation which, when addedto water in proper amounts, willreduce the surface tension andincrease penetrationcapabilities of the water (wetwater, class A foam, soap).

Swamper Assistant to an equipmentoperator.

T & A Time and Attendance

Tail Number FAA number used to identifyaircraft, located on the tail ofthe ship. American aircraft tailnumbers begin with the letter N;examples: N543TY, N67344.

Tanker Air tanker.


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TFR Temporary Flight Restriction.This airspace restriction isobtained through the FAA. It isan area of airspace over anincident that is defined bothlaterally and vertically, whichhas been temporarily orpartially closed to nonessentialaircraft for a specific period oftime.

Thread The specific dimensions ofscrew thread employed tocouple fire hose andequipment. American NationalStandard Hose Thread hasbeen adopted for fire hosecouplings.

Torch, Drip A hand-held device for ignitingfires by dripping flaming liquidfuel on the materials to beburned. Fuel used is generallya mixture of diesel andgasoline.


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Trash Pump Medium sized pump used formoving large amounts ofliquids (grey water, retardant).These pumps are ordered asvolume pumps.

Under Cover/ The use of incognito orLow Profile non-uniformed security

personnel to observe problemareas. This method is rarelyused in facilities but can be anexcellent tool to use whenillegal activities are suspected.

UTF Unable to fill; pertaining toresource orders.

Vehicle The cursory examination of allInspection areas of a vehicle within plain

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Vehicle The intensive examination ofSearch all areas within a vehicle for

the purpose of locatingcontraband. A vehicle searchof private vehicles can only bedone after probable cause hasbeen established. Consenthas to be given before asearch can be conducted.

Water Buffalo Liquid storage unit.

Water Tender Ground vehicle capable oftransporting specifiedquantities of water; example:Type 1 water tender, 5000gallon capacity, 300 gallon perminute pumping capability.

WFSA Wildland Fire SituationAnalysis. An analysis toolused to determine the mostappropriate managementstrategy for a wildfire that hasescaped initial attack.


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WX Weather

Xedar® Type of heat seeking videodisplay unit that identifies hotspots during mopup.

100 hour Mandatory maintenance doneto aircraft every 100 hours(there is also a 50 hour,1000 hour, etc.).

100% This is a very labor intensiveSurveillance method, but at times

necessary, especially if manythefts or other crimes haveoccurred in a given area.

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