U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Justice Programs
810 Seventh Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20531
Janet Reno
Attorney General
U.S. Department of Justice
Daniel Marcus
Acting Associate Attorney General
Mary Lou Leary
Acting Assistant Attorney General
Noel Brennan
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General
Alexa Verveer
Deputy Assistant Attorney General
C.H. AAButch@@ Straub, II
Director, Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support
Andy Mitchell
Deputy Director, Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support
Department of Justice Response Center:
1-800-421-6770
Office of Justice Programs
World Wide Web Homepage:
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov
NCJ181200
Foreword
The Office of the Assistant Attorney General, Office of Justice Programs (OJP) is providing funds to
States under the State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program for the purchase of specialized
equipment for fire, emergency medical, hazardous materials response services, and law enforcement
agencies. These funds will be used to enhance the capabilities of State and local units of government
to respond to acts of terrorism involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD).
As the State agency designated to administer this program, your role in strategic planning and in
assessing overall State and local capabilities is a critical component of OJP's State and local
domestic preparedness initiative. Receipt of additional funds under the program will be contingent on
the State's development of two separate, but related, documents. The first is a Statewide Needs
Assessment, and the second is a Three-Year Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy. The Needs
Assessment will require each State to assess its requirements for equipment, first responder training,
and other resources involved in a WMD response. This Needs Assessment will form the basis of the
Statewide Strategy. The Strategy will direct how States will target grant funds received under the
OJP equipment program and provide OJP a guide on how to target first responder training and other
resources available through OJP's Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support. It is
important to understand that the Strategy is a multi-year document and will continue to guide
deployment of these resources, by the States for equipment funds, and OJP for other resources, over
the next three years.
To assist States in conducting their threat, risk and needs assessments, and developing their three-
year strategy, OJP has developed an on-line data collection tool. This on-line tool was developed in
close cooperation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC). To guide users of the on-line tool, OJP is providing this Assessment and
Strategy Development Tool Kit. The intent of the Took Kit is to provide users with a step-by-step
guide to which they can refer when the on-line tool becomes available.
States may begin registering users for the on-line data collection tool beginning July 5, 2000, in the
first phase of this process. OJP will implement the second phase of the data collection process on
August 1, 2000. At that time, software will be made available on-line for local jurisdiction data
input. State agencies will be able to input data beginning August 15, 2000, when the third phase of
the on-line process is implemented. Instructions for electronic submission of the data and statewide
strategies using the world wide web can be found on OJP's web page at www.ojp.usdoj.gov/osldps.
I look forward to working with you and your colleagues during the implementation of this program
to enhance State and local emergency response capabilities in preparation for an event that will
hopefully never take place.
Sincerely,
C.H. "Butch" Straub II
Director
Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support
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ASSESSMENT AND STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT
TOOL KIT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Section 1 Assessment and Strategy Development Tool Kit Introduction 1
Section 2 Risk Assessment Process 4
Tab a. Task A: Vulnerability Assessment 5
Appendix: Potential Targets 15
Tab b. Task B: Threat Assessment 16
Tab c. Task C: Public Health Assessment 31
Tab d. Task D: Integration of
Vulnerability/Threat/Public Health 58
Section 3 Capabilities and Needs Assessment 63
Tab a. Sample Operational Capabilities for Emergency
Responders 71
Tab b. OJP Capability TIER Levels 72
Tab c. Tier Level Competency Information 74
Tab d. Compendium of Federally Conducted WMD
Courses 75
Section 4 Jurisdiction Prioritization Matrix 80
Section 5 Three-year Projection Forms 81
Tab a. Three-year Projection - Equipment 82
Tab b. Three-year Projection - Training 85
Tab c. Three-year Projection - Exercises 88
Tab d. Technical Assistance Projections 91
Section 6 Additional Training Information 93
Section 7 Emergency Response Team Survey 94
Section 8 Recommendations for State and Local Response
to WMD Terrorism Incidents 97
Section 9 Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy 98
Tab a. Three-Year Statewide Domestic Preparedness
Strategy 99
Tab b. Three-year Statewide Domestic Preparedness
Strategy Matrix 100
Glossary and Acronyms 101
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Section 1
Assessment and Strategy Tool Kit Introduction
A Program Guidelines and Application Kit was provided to each state=s designated
administrative agency for the Fiscal Year (FY) 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment
Program during February 2000. These guidelines and materials included an Appendix C,
AGuidance for Conducting a Needs Assessment and Developing a Statewide Domestic
Preparedness Strategy.@ This guidance specified that the conduct of a Needs Assessment,
followed by the development of a three-year Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy were
conditions of the state=s acceptance of grant funds under the FY 1999 State Domestic
Preparedness Equipment Program. Additionally, this guidance indicated that OJP/OSLDPS
developed assessment and strategy tools, detailed guidance and forms to be provided in a
subsequent mailing. Accordingly, this document, Assessment and Strategy Development
Tool Kit for the FY 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program is provided for
each of the designated state administrative agencies (SAA) to assist and guide their
assessment conduct and strategy development. This document will be available online and
may be accessed at www.ojp.usdoj.gov/fundopps.htm. Please note that the version mailed to
you is for planning purposes only and that none of the forms therein may be used for
submitting information. All information submitted pursuant to satisfaction of assessment and
strategy requirements must be submitted electronically and forms downloaded from the Web
version of the Assessment and Strategy Development Tool Kit. It was augmented by
OJP/OSLDPS regional workshops held in April, 2000 for the SAAs and by the availability of
extended direct technical assistance.
The tool kit contains eight separate sections following the introduction which combined with
an additional task from Appendix C of the Program Guidelines and Application Kit represent
sequential steps/tasks which each SAA should conduct and complete in order to satisfy the
assessment and strategy conditions of its acceptance of grant funds under the program. A
summary of each of these sections/steps along with a brief commentary on its relationship to
other tasks follows:
Step/Task 1 (Appendix C, Items IIIA and IIIB, Program Guidelines and Application Kit):
Identification and Coordination of Jurisdictions. Prior to conducting the work tasks detailed
in each section of the Assessment and Strategy Tool Kit, each SAA should take actions to
comply with IIIA and IIIB of Appendix C in the Guidelines and Application Kit. Item IIIA
specifies the identification of jurisdictions and item IIIB specifies the particulars of
coordination among program areas, response disciplines, and levels of government. The
SAA is responsible for assuring that its assessment and strategy represent the entire state and
all programs, response disciplines, and levels of government involved in domestic
preparedness within the borders of the state. Only subsequent to initiating and completing the
task of jurisdiction identification and to initiating the task of coordination, should SAAs
begin work on tasks covered in the various sections of the Assessment and Strategy
Development Tool Kit.
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Step/Task 2 (Section 2): Risk Assessment Process includes instruments developed by the
FBI and the CDC to evaluate and integrate vulnerability, threat, and public health
performance and yield a risk profile. This assessment is to be conducted for each identified
jurisdiction within the state. The results of these assessments combined with the results of
the Capabilities and Needs Assessment at Section 3 will allow the SAA to complete the
Jurisdiction Prioritization Matrix at Section 4. Additionally, the results should be directly
and indirectly useful in completing tasks in Sections 3, 5, 7, 8, and especially in completion
of the Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy at Section 9.
Step/Task 3 (Section 3): Capabilities and Needs Assessment is designed to provide
operational capability information and guide identification of program needs. This
assessment is to be conducted for each identified jurisdiction within the state. The results of
these assessments combined with results of the Risk Assessment process at Section 2 will
allow the SAA to complete the Jurisdiction Prioritization Matrix at Section 4. The results of
these assessments also should be directly or indirectly useful in completing tasks in Sections
5, 7, 8, and 9. Results are of particular importance for tasks at Sections 5, 8, and 9.
Step/Task 4 (Section 4): Jurisdiction Prioritization Matrix is a form for priority ranking of
each of the state=s identified jurisdictions based on Task 1 (Section 2), Risk Assessment
Process and Task 2 (Section 3), Capabilities and Needs Assessment. One matrix for each
state is to be completed by the SAA. The prioritization should be reflected in tasks related to
completion of the Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy at Sections 9.
Step/Task 5 (Section 5): Three-year Projection Forms are designed to report existing
resources/efforts and projected needs for each response discipline within each domestic
preparedness program area. Forms are to be completed for each identified jurisdiction within
the state. Following completion of jurisdiction forms, the SAA is to complete roll up forms
providing a statewide summary of each response discipline=s resources, efforts, and needs
within each domestic preparedness program area. The results of Section 3 work should be
helpful in this effort and the results of Section 5 will be instrumental in completion of tasks at
Sections 8 and 9.
Step/Task 6 (Section 6): Additional Training Information. This form is designed to report
information about domestic preparedness training capacity and needs. Forms are to be
completed for each identified jurisdiction within the state. Information from these forms
should be combined with information on state assets and Arolled-up@ into one statewide
summary form by the SAA. Information from this form should be reflected in the Statewide
Domestic Preparedness Strategy at Section 9.
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Step/Task 7 (Section 7): Emergency Response Team Survey. This form is designed to report the
number and composition of emergency response teams within the state. Forms are to be completed
for each identified jurisdiction within the state. Information from these forms should be combined
with information on state assets and Arolled-up@ into one statewide summary form by the SAA.
Information from this form should be reflected in the Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy
covered at Section 9.
Step/Task 8 (Section 8): Recommendations for State and Local Response to WMD Terrorism
Incidents. This form is designed to report recommendations regarding overall domestic preparedness
efforts within the jurisdiction and state. Forms are to be completed for each identified jurisdiction
within the state. Information from these forms should be combined with state-level
recommendations and Arolled-up@ into one statewide summary by the SAA. Information from the
state roll-up should be reflected in the Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy covered at Section
9.
Step/Task 9 (Section 9): Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy. This section provides an
outline, guidance, and forms to assist completion of the statewide strategy. One statewide strategy
representing all jurisdictions, domestic preparedness programs, and responder disciplines is to be
completed by the SAA based on all work tasks, forms, and guidance covered at Sections 2 through 8.
The conduct of Needs Assessments and the development of Statewide Domestic Preparedness
Strategies represents a thorough nationwide planning process designed to fill critical gaps in this
country=s knowledge about domestic preparedness and to better guide Federal efforts aimed at
building domestic preparedness capacity through development of a sound, fully informed, national
domestic preparedness strategy. The Assessment and Strategy Development Tool Kit combined with
OJP/OSLDPS regional workshops and the availability of extended direct technical assistance should
function to minimize potential difficulties that may be encountered by states in conducting
assessments and developing statewide strategies.
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Section 2
Risk Assessment Process
Overview: The United States government has initiated numerous programs aimed at improving our
domestic preparedness against potential terrorist attacks involving WMD. A fundamental comment
made by numerous government agencies reviewing these programs is that most can improve the
effectiveness of their equipment, training and exercise programs if a needs assessment process is
employed to help prioritize efforts.
The following four tasks of this document are intended to provide a process to conduct assessments
prior to establishment of program priorities aimed at improving jurisdictional domestic preparedness.
Tasks A, B, C and D are designed to provide the jurisdictions with a methodology and the
supporting tools to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment (a combination of threat, vulnerability,
and public health). The risk assessment is designed to provide the necessary evaluation information
to establish priorities for the jurisdiction that will improve response capabilities to WMD terrorism
incidents.
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Section 2, Tab a
Task A: Vulnerability Assessment
For: All local jurisdictions participating in the OJP B FY99 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment
Support Program.
Overview: This vulnerability assessment is needed to benchmark the local jurisdiction=s current
vulnerability profile with regard to a WMD terrorism incident as stated in the Office of Justice
Programs (OJP) FY 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program. This assessment is to
be retained by the jurisdiction and is not intended for submission to the state.
Assumptions: There are two key assumptions that should be used as you proceed through the
Jurisdiction Vulnerability Assessment process. They are:
* Use the concept of the Amost likely scenario@ occurring in your jurisdiction when
completing the vulnerability assessments for each vulnerability assessment factor.
The most likely scenario is one that is not the worst case but represents the most
probable kind of WMD event that may occur in your jurisdiction based upon the
unique infrastructure and their attractiveness to any potential terrorist elements or
individuals as a lucrative target to attack.
* An attack against such a target (facility, site, system, or special event) within your
jurisdiction would produce death, injuries, or infrastructure damage that would
overwhelm the jurisdiction=s emergency response capabilities including any mutual
aid agreements/assistance pacts.
Jurisdictional Vulnerability Assessment
The following diagram and four listed steps provide general directions for completion of the
jurisdiction Vulnerability Assessment.
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Vulnerability Process
IDENTIFY Planning Team and
Step I PLANNING TEAM Sub-Groups (If Desired)
IDENTIFY Critical Asset List
Step II POTENTIAL Select Top 10%
TARGETS
CONDUCT Vulnerability
Step III INDIVIDUAL
VULNERABILITY Worksheets
ASSESSMENTS
Step IV DETERMINE
JURISDICTIONAL Highest Rating from
VULNERABILITY Worksheets
Figure 2-1
STEP I - Formation of the Planning Team
Assembling the Planning Team: The first step is to assemble the jurisdiction planning team that
will have a working knowledge of the presence of the following categories of facilities, sites,
systems, and/or special events within your jurisdiction:
Government Services Transportation Centers Electric Power,
Oil/Gas Storage
Water Supply Information/Communications Banking and Finance
Emergency Services Public Health Institutions
Recreational Facilities Commercial/Industrial Miscellaneous
Facilities
It is recommended that the planning team represent law enforcement, fire services, EMS, HazMat,
public works, public health services, and emergency management at the local, state, and Federal
levels that would be affected or respond to an act of terrorism within a jurisdiction.
STEP II BB Compile a list of the Amost important@ facilities, sites, systems, or special event activities
that are present or take place within the jurisdiction.
Develop an all inclusive list of potential targets using the seven general categories of facilities, sites,
systems, and special events. A list of potential targets is located at the appendix (found on page 15)
to this task.
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Using the initial all inclusive list, develop a priority list that will represent only the highest priority or
most critical facilities, sites, systems, or special events located or taking place within your
jurisdiction.
Example: If you have 100 facilities within your jurisdiction select ten (10% of 100) of them to
appear on your priority list of the most important. If you have less than ten potential targets within
your jurisdiction, it is recommended that you assess all of them.
A facility, site, system, or special event selected for the priority list should meet the following
criteria:
A facility, site, system, or venue within the jurisdiction that in the wake of a WMD incident
would result in any or all of the following:
* Large numbers of death and injuries
* Extensive damage or destruction of facilities that provide or sustain human
needs, i.e., power sources, food distribution sites, essential public services, or
* Causes long-term catastrophic consequences to the general local economic
well being of the community.
The planning team is now prepared to conduct an assessment of the vulnerability of these facilities,
sites, systems, and special events to possible WMD terrorism incidents according to the factors
presented in STEP III.
STEP III - Conducting the Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment
The Seven Vulnerability Assessment Factors: The planning team may use the following seven
factors to assess the vulnerability of each individual site listed on your jurisdictional priority list:
Level of Visibility Criticality of Target Value of Target to Potential
Site Threat Element (PTE)
Potential Threat Element Threat of Hazard Potential for Collateral Mass
(PTE) Access to the Target Casualty
Site Population Capacity
The seven factors, their definitions, and associated rating are listed later in this section. Use them as
a reference sheet for completing the Vulnerability Assessment Worksheets.
Complete a Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet for each individual critical target on your priority
list of potential targets according to the following instructions:
Note: Copy the worksheet for each vulnerability assessment performed.
Note: This assessment is based upon the planning team=s overall qualitative judgment of each factor.
It is not a definitive quantitative assessment.
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* Using the Vulnerability Assessment Factors (found starting on page 9), select the rating
value that most closely represents the facility, infrastructure, event, etc., for each of the seven
vulnerability assessment factors.
* Record these ratings in Table 2-a-1 of the Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment
Worksheet for each factor assessed. Be sure to provide the information requested at the top
of the worksheet.
* Total the score for the seven rating factors values at the bottom of Table 2-a-1 at the Total
Score box.
* Compare the Total Score of this potential target with the scale provided in the left column
of the Assessment Key at Table 2-a-2.
* Match the Target Vulnerability Rating listed in the right column of the Assessment Key
that falls within the numeric range of your Total Score.
* Record this Target Vulnerability Rating in the Individual Target Vulnerability Rating
box at Table 2-a-3.
* Repeat the above steps until all facilities, infrastructure, events, etc, (priority target list) you
selected (10% - most important) have been assessed.
* After completing all of your Individual Target Vulnerability Assessments record the
Individual Target Vulnerability Ratings on the Jurisdictional Individual Vulnerability
Summary at Table 2-a-4.
STEP IV BB Determine the Jurisdictional Vulnerability
* Enter the highest Individual Target Vulnerability Rating found in Table 2-a-4 into
Table 2-a-5. This is your Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating. Also record this
information on Table 2-d-2, Section 2, Tab d, Task D: Risk Assessment.
* Legal WMD (BNICE) Hazard Environment: Enter the total number of sites (as
described below) within the jurisdiction in each classification into Table 2-a-6. Also
record this information on Table 2-d-4, Section 2, Tab d, Task D: Risk Assessment.
1. Biological B Hazardous sites which transfer or receive selected agents listed in 42 CFR
Part 72.
2. Chemical B Hazardous sites which contain Tier II chemicals in either Title 40 or Title 49
CFR.
3. Incendiary/Explosive B Hazardous sites which manufacture, produce, or store in reportable
quantities incendiary and/or explosive materials as delineated in Title 18, USC and 27
CFR 55.
4. Nuclear/Radiological B Hazardous sites which contain radiological sources as described in
10 CFR 36 (Irradiators), 10 CFR 50 (Production and Utilization Facilities), 10 CFR 70
(Special Nuclear Material), DOE critical facilities, and any other nuclear storage sites.
Note: The Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet(s) and the Individual Target
Vulnerability Summary are to be retained by the jurisdiction.
Note: The Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet is marked AFor Official Use
Only.@ The planning team should limit its distribution only to those government and private sector
officials taking part in this process or who have a professional need to know.
Note: BNICE is an acronym for Biological, Nuclear/Radiological, Incendiary, Chemical, Explosive
agents.
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Vulnerability Assessment Factors
1) Level of Visibility
Level of Visibility Rating Value
Addresses the awareness of the existence and visibility of the target.
Invisible B Classified Location 0
Very Low Visibility B Probably not aware of its existence 1
Low Visibility B Probably not well known existence 2
Medium Visibility B Existence is probably known 3
High Visibility B Existence well known 4
Very High Visibility B Existence is obvious 5
2) Criticality of Target Site to Jurisdiction
Criticality of Target Site Rating Value
Usefulness of assets to population, economy, government, etc. Deemed
critical to the continuity of basic jurisdiction infrastructure.
(Utilities, communications, water, gas, sewage, electrical, petroleum, transportation, medical facility, government
facilities, hampers emergency response)
No Usefulness 0
Minor Usefulness 1
Moderate Usefulness 2
Significant Usefulness 3
Highly Useful 4
Critical 5
3) Value of Target to PTE
Value of Target Rating Value
Evaluates value of the target to serve the ends of the PTEs identified in the
Threat Assessment based on Motivations.
None 0
Very Low 1
Low 2
Medium 3
High 4
Very High 5
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Vulnerability Assessment Factors (Continued)
4) PTE Access to Target
PTE Access to Target Rating Value
Addresses the availability of the target for ingress and egress by a PTE.
Fenced, Guarded, Protected Air/Consumable Entry, Controlled Access by 0
Pass Only, No Vehicle Parking within 50 Feet
Guarded, Protected Air/Consumable Entry, Controlled Access of Visitors and 1
Non-Staff Personnel, No Vehicle Parking within 50 Feet
Protected Air/Consumable Entry, Controlled Access of Visitors and Non-Staff 2
Personnel, No Unauthorized Vehicle Parking within 50 Feet
Controlled Access of Visitors, Unprotected Air/Consumable Entry, No 3
Unauthorized Vehicle Parking within 50 Feet
Open Access to all personnel, Unprotected Air/Consumable Entry, No 4
Unauthorized Vehicle Parking within 50 Feet
Open Access to all personnel, Unprotected Air/Consumable Entry, Vehicle 5
Parking within 50 feet
5) Target Threat of Hazard
Target Threat of Hazard Rating Value
This assesses the presence of WMD Materials (BNICE) in quantities that
would expend internal response capabilities if released.
No WMD materials present 0
WMD materials present in moderate quantities, under positive control, and in 1
secured locations.
WMD materials present in moderate quantities and controlled. 2
Major concentrations of WMD materials that have established control features 3
and are secured in the site.
Major concentrations of WMD materials that have moderate control features. 4
Major concentrations of WMD materials that are accessible to Non-staff 5
personnel.
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Vulnerability Assessment Factors (Continued)
6) Site Population Capacity
Site Population Capacity Rating Value
Maximum number of individuals at a site at any given time.
0 0
1 B 250 1
251 B 500 2
501 - 1000 3
1001 B 5000 4
> 5000 5
7) Potential for Collateral Mass Casualties
Potential for Collateral Mass Casualties Rating Value
Addresses potential collateral mass casualties within a one-mile radius of the
target site. Number ranges indicate inhabitants within a one-mile radius of
the site.
0 to 100 0
101 to 500 1
501 to 1000 2
1001 to 2000 3
2001 to 5000 4
> 5000 5
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Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet
Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Values
Factor Score
Visibility
Criticality
Value
Access
Threat of Hazard
Site Population
Collateral Mass Casualties
Total Score
Table 2-a-1
Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Key
TOTAL SCORE TARGET VULNERABILITY
RATING
0-2 1
3-5 2
6-8 3
9-11 4
12-14 5
15-17 6
18-20 7
21-23 8
24-26 9
27-29 10
30-32 11
33-35 12
Table 2-a-2
Individual Target Vulnerability Rating
Table 2-a-3
Note: Copy this worksheet to use in evaluating each selected individual target.
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Individual Target Vulnerability Summary
The following summary form is provided to consolidate the list of potential targets evaluated. The
ranking indicates, from highest to lowest, the Individual Target Vulnerability Ratings from the
Individual Target Assessments conducted.
Ranking Potential Target Name Individual Target
Vulnerability Rating
123456789101112
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15
16
17
18
19
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Table 2-a-4
Instructions : The overall AJurisdiction Vulnerability Level@ is the highest Individual Target
Vulnerability Rating assessed. Use the highest rated Potential Target listed on the Individual
Target Vulnerability Summary at Table 2-a-4, record this information below in Table 2-a-5.
__________
Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating (highest rating recorded on Table
2-a-4)
Table 2-a-5
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Legal WMD (BNICE) Hazard Environment
Hazard Total number of hazardous sites located in jurisdiction
Biological
(Infectious Only)
Chemical
(Tier II)
Incendiary &
Explosive
Nuclear &
Radiological
Total
Table 2-a-6
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Appendix to Section 2, Tab a
Potential Targets
Continuity of Government Services Transportation
Government office buildings/Courthouses Railheads /rail yards Seaports/river ports
Military installations (including reserve components) Interstate highways Bus terminals
Embassies /consulates Tunnels Bridges
Subways Ferries
Airports Truck terminals
Oil pipelines Gas pipelines
Electric Power, Oil/Gas Storage
Electric power production
Electric power distribution
Gas storage and shipment Water Supply
Petroleum storage and shipment Water supply plants
Telecommunications Water purification systems
Water distribution systems
Wastewater plants
Information and Communications
Newspapers
Radio stations Banking and Finance
TV broadcast facilities Banks
Trunking stations for communications / switching / CATV Financial institutions
Emergency Services* Public Health
Law emergency services Hospitals
Fire emergency services Emergency medical centers
State / local Emergency Operations Centers (EOC)
Emergency responder stations
Emergency Medical Services
Recreational Facilities **
Sports arenas / stadiums
Institutions ** Auditoriums
Science research facilities Theaters
Academic institutions Parks
Museums Casinos
Schools Concert halls / pavilions
Restaurants frequented by a target population
Commercial / Industrial Facilities **
Chemical plants
Industrial plants
Petroleum plants Miscellaneous **
Business / corporate centers Special events
Malls / shopping centers Parades
Hotels / convention centers Religious services
Apartment buildings Festivals
Celebrations
Scenic tours
Abortion clinics
Agriculture
Note: Examples are not exhaustive. Local jurisdictional criteria should be added as required.
Categories are from PDD 63 with the following notes. *Combined PDD 63 Categories for Fire and Law.
** Additional categories to those listed in PDD 63.
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Task B: Threat Assessment
A. Assessment Overview
For: All local jurisdictions participating in the OJP-FY99 State Domestic Preparedness
Equipment Support Program.
Purpose: In June 1995, President Clinton signed Presidential Decision Directive-39
(PDD-39) which reaffirmed the FBI=s lead law enforcement and crisis management role in
the U.S. Government=s response to domestic terrorism. In May, 1998, the President signed
PDD-62 which charged the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), acting through the
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as lead agency for Federal operational response to a
Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) incident. Pursuant to both of these directives, the FBI
is continuing to increase its involvement with state, local and Federal agencies who have both
a crisis and consequence response role in responding to a WMD threat or incident.
To address domestic terrorism prevention, response, and recovery efforts, it is necessary to
assess the risk, capabilities, and ultimate needs of the state and local response to a terrorist
incident. This assessment process is the first step in ensuring nationwide preparedness. The
DOJ, through the OJP and FBI, has taken the lead in providing this assessment as mandated
by the Defense Against Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 1998, and as stated in the OJP
FY 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Support Program. This WMD Terrorist
Jurisdiction Threat Assessment has been developed as one portion of a larger vulnerability
and risk assessment. The entire process is intended to serve as a benchmark establishing the
local jurisdiction=s current risk profile as it pertains to a domestic WMD terrorism incident.
The comparison of local risk and existing capabilities profiles may be used by the
jurisdictions to identify and prioritize needs.
Objective: The following is a list of objectives of the assessment process.
* Promote interagency collaboration/coordination of criminal investigative intelligence
information relating to WMD terrorism.
* Assess the threat to particular targets, enabling a jurisdiction to better focus its prevention
and preparedness efforts, and also to enhance response capabilities.
* Identify the types of weapons of mass destruction likely to be produced and/or developed
by the existing potential threats to better identify equipment and training needs necessary
to respond to the particular types of hazards.
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Distribution authorized to pre-designated Government agencies (Federal, State, and Local) and their contractors.
Public dissemination is prohibited
Unauthorized reproduction/dissemination may result in civil and/or criminal liability.
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Direction: This assessment is to be completed by jurisdictions in coordination with the
designated state agency for the State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program. Should
the jurisdiction require assistance completing the assessment, it should coordinate with the
designated state agency. It is recommended that the jurisdiction identify other pertinent local,
state, and Federal law enforcement agencies to assist in the assessment process. Once
completed, the local jurisdiction must return the Jurisdiction Threat Profile to the designated
state agency [also known as the State Administrative Agency (SAA). The SAA will then
forward the completed profile to OJP.
B. Introduction
Terrorist events such as the World Trade Center bombing, the bombing of the Alfred P.
Murrah Federal building in Oklahoma City, and the pipe bomb detonated at the Olympic
Games in Atlanta revealed the United States= increased susceptibility to terrorist assaults.
These attacks, coupled with the March 1995 Tokyo subway attack, where the weapon was
the chemical nerve agent sarin, exposed the threat of use of WMD within the United States.
The United States is also experiencing an increased number of hoaxes involving the use of
chemical or biological agents perpetrated by individuals wishing to instill fear and disrupt
communities. While a conventional attack using bombs/explosive devices has been the
weapon of choice domestically, yesterday==s bomb threat may be replaced with a potential
for more exotic biological or chemical threats.
WMD cases, primarily those dealing with the threatened use or procurement of chemical
and biological materials, have steadily increased as depicted in the following chart (*Data
for 1999 through November 30, 1999; Source-FBI WMDOU):
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300
250
200
150 Total
Bio
100
50
0
1996 1997 1998 1999
Figure 2-2
With the threat of domestic WMD terrorist attacks on the rise, there is validity in evaluating
jurisdiction threat data to better identify potential terrorist targets and likely WMD hazards.
This information, coupled with target vulnerability analysis, is the most comprehensive
means by which to evaluate the risk of a WMD terrorist act. The risk to a jurisdiction is then
measured against present capabilities to determine a jurisdiction=s needs.
Although threat information is deemed beneficial to the needs assessment process, it should
not be given undue weight. There remains insufficient empirical data on domestic terrorist
activity to suggest a pattern of particular targeting of a specific region or city. Furthermore,
threat conditions are dynamic, limiting accurate threat analysis to a specific moment in time.
Henceforth, it must be recognized that the identification of a particular threat is not an
absolute predictor that a terrorist incident will occur. Nor should the absence of an identified
threat be construed as meaning that a terrorist incident is less likely to occur.
Nonetheless, the FBI believes that efforts to identify and analyze potential threats at the local
jurisdiction level is essential to the overall assessment process and promotes necessary
interagency collaboration of criminal investigative intelligence information relating to WMD
terrorism. The OJP Integrated Assessment Tool is not intended to take the place of traditional
threat and vulnerability analysis utilized by intelligence and law enforcement communities in
efforts to prevent, deter, and resolve acts of domestic terrorism. Traditional threat and
vulnerability analysis is far more comprehensive. In contrast, the OJP assessment process
provides a simple methodology to assist states in prioritizing program investments. The
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OJP Integrated Assessment Tool provides a general profile of the threat, vulnerability, and
risk environments of a jurisdiction, and is not to be considered an investigative tool for law
enforcement purposes.
C. Definitions
For the purposes of this assessment the following definitions apply:
Domestic Terrorism: The unlawful use, or threatened use, of force or violence by a group or
individual based and operating entirely within the United States or Puerto Rico, without
foreign direction, and whose acts are directed at elements of the U.S. Government or its
population, in the furtherance of political or social goals.
International Terrorism: The unlawful use of force or violence committed by a group or
individual who has some connection to a foreign power or whose activities transcend national
boundaries against persons or property, to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian
population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives.
Potential Threat Element (PTE): Any group or individual in which there are allegations or
information indicating a possibility of the unlawful use of force or violence, specifically the
utilization of a Weapon of Mass Destruction, against persons or property to intimidate or
coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of a
specific motivation or goal, possibly political or social in nature. Note: This definition
provides sufficient predicate for the FBI to initiate an investigation.
Weapons of Mass Destruction (Title 18 USC Section 2332a): (1) Any weapon or device
that is intended, or has the capability, to cause death or serious bodily injury to a significant
number of people through the release, dissemination, or impact of toxic or poisonous
chemicals or their precursors; a disease organism; or radiation or radioactivity; (2)(A) Any
explosive, incendiary, or poison gas, bomb, grenade, rocket having a propellant charge of
more than four ounces, or a missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than
one quarter ounce, or mine or device similar to the above; (B) poison gas; (C) any weapon
involving a disease organism; or (D) any weapon that is designed to release radiation or
radioactivity at a level dangerous to human life.
D. Assessment Process
The Jurisdiction Threat Assessment is designed to accomplish several goals, all using a
process that encourages open lines of communication between Federal, state, and local
agencies involved in public safety. The assessment utilizes a pre-existing Department of
Defense (DOD) terrorist threat analysis methodology to first identify and evaluate the threat
level of each potential threat element (PTE) identified in your jurisdiction. This
methodology has been revised to meet the requirements of this assessment process.
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The threat level of an existing PTE is determined on the basis of its past violent history;
intentions to commit a WMD act of terrorism; the capability to carry out a WMD act of
terrorism; and any targeting efforts aimed at achieving the specific terrorist act. Each factor
is considered when assessing the potential for violent or destructive activity emanating from
a terrorist group. However, the accuracy of such analysis is dependent on the availability of
intelligence-related information concerning a particular individual or group. Small groups
and rogue individuals, whose activities are difficult to anticipate due to limited or nonexistent
intelligence information, represent an unpredictable but constant threat.
Threat Factors Defined:
Provided for purposes of consistency are the definitions to be applied for each threat factor:
$ Existence: The presence of a group or individual, operating within the jurisdiction in
which there are allegations or information indicating a possibility of the unlawful use
of force or violence, specifically the utilization of a WMD, against persons or
property, to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any
segment thereof, in furtherance of a specific motivation or goal, possibly political or
social in nature.
$ History: Demonstrated past terrorist activity over time or a recorded, violent criminal
history.
$ Intentions: Credible advocacy/threats of force or violence, or acts, or preparations to
act, evidencing the intent to create a WMD, or to carry out a plan to release a WMD,
or to participate in a WMD incident.
$ Capability: Credible information that a specific PTE possesses the requisite training,
skills, financial means, and access to resources necessary to develop, produce, or
acquire a particular type of WMD in a quantity and/or potency sufficient to produce
mass casualties, combined with information substantiating the PTE=s ability to safely
store, test, and deliver the same. All these factors must be met before a group or
individual can be justified as possessing the requisite capability necessary to
implement a WMD attack.
$ Targeting: Credible information indicative of preparations for specific terrorist
operations against identifiable targets within the subject jurisdiction. (Ex. Obtaining
of specific floor plans of a target location or surveillance activities, etc.)
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Calculation of the PTE Threat Level: Each factor is assigned a corresponding numerical
value based on the factor's perceived significance. The threat level is quantified by adding up
the values of all existing threat factors for each PTE. A PTE's threat level may range from a
low of 1 to a high of 10. Below is a list of the threat factors and the corresponding point
value:
THREAT FACTOR VALUES
THREAT FACTOR VALUE
Existence 1
History 1
Intentions 2
Capability 2
Targeting 4
Table 2-b-1
If the information known to the assessment group does not satisfy the parameters set forth in the
definition of any one factor, or the information is not credible, then that factor cannot be
included in the valuation process. Examples are charted below:
EXAMPLE THREAT LEVEL ASSESSMENT
Identity Existence Violent Intentions WMD Targeting PTE
of PTE (1) History (2) Capability (4) THREAT
(1) (2) LEVEL
Example 1 1 1
Example 2 1 2 3
Example 3 1 2 2 4 9
Example 4 1 1 2 4
Example 5 1 1 2 2 4 10
X = FACTORS FOUND TO BE PRESENT
Table 2-b-2
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To achieve the minimum measurable threat level, a jurisdiction must find that a PTE "exists"
within the context of the required definition. This definition of the PTE was designed to
correlate with the FBI==s definitional threshold required to initiate a criminal
investigation. Compared to the large number of jurisdictions covered in this
assessment, the number of current FBI WMD terrorist investigations where PTEs have
been identified is relatively low. Past threat incidents, where resolution resulted in the
cessation of PTE should not be included in this portion of the threat level assessment. The
threat assessment requires the current Aexistence@ of PTEs operating within the assessing
jurisdiction. Past WMD terrorist threat incidents are addressed separately.
The Threat Assessment Working Group should further note that if a threat level of A5@ or
above is achieved for any PTE, the situation may likely require immediate action by law
enforcement agencies and/or the emergency response community. This is because the
capability to produce or develop a WMD and the intent to implement a WMD terrorist act
has been established. The threat increases in significance when the PTE is deemed to possess
the capability and the requisite intent to carry out a WMD attack. If the existence of a WMD
is confirmed or intelligence and circumstances indicate a high probability that a device
exists, the threat has developed into a WMD incident as defined in the Federal Response
Plan. This requires an immediate response to identify, acquire, and plan the use of Federal
assistance to state and local authorities in response to the potential consequences of the
terrorist use or employment of the WMD. Therefore, timely notification and coordination
with the FBI is essential.
PTE Target Evaluation:
Recognizing the motivation(s) of the PTEs will enable the assessment working group to more
accurately assess the relative threats to specific and/or general categories of jurisdiction
targets. For purposes of this assessment, five general motivator categories have been
established, along with types of targets historically associated with each motivator. This list
is provided as a general guide and is in no way is meant to limit the identification of other
targets that the assessment group may deem equally critical:
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Motivator Examples of Likely Targets
Anything perceived as a symbol or integral part
of the governing establishment (government
Political buildings, courthouses, revenue service,
political events, campaigns)
Anything perceived as a symbol of, acting
contrary to, or in support of group or individual
Religious religious beliefs (banks, newspaper companies,
Planned Parenthood facilities, large public
venues, etc.)
Racial Social and legal entities that promote equality
among races
Organizations or facilities that are perceived to
Environmental be damaging to the environment (logging
industry, nuclear power plants, dams, etc.)
Organizations or entities perceived to be acting
Special Interest contrary to the interest of the PTE (animal
rights, anti-technology, etc.)
Table 2-b-3
PTE Weapon Evaluation:
For purposes of this assessment, AWeapons of Mass Destruction@ have been broken down into
five distinct categories, i.e. biological, nuclear/radiological, incendiary, chemical, and
explosive devices. Matching a PTE=s threat level with the PTE=s assessed capability to carry
out a terrorist attack while employing one or more types of WMD is a necessary step in
predicting which WMD(s) will be of most concern to a given jurisdiction.
Historical Data:
Past threat incidents, where resolution resulted in the cessation of PTE operations, or
incidents that were later determined to be hoaxes, are important factors when assessing the
needs of a given jurisdiction. Areas that have experienced a higher than average number of
threat incidents where assets were expended in response to these events should be
recognized. Therefore, this information is collected as part of the jurisdiction=s threat and
risk assessment profiles.
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E. Assessment Instructions
[STEP ONE] Formation of the Threat Assessment Working Group:
The first step is to assemble a Threat Assessment Working Group. The key is to review and
evaluate threat information known to other Federal, state, and local organizations that
possess such information. If your jurisdiction is a member of a FBI Joint Terrorism Task
Force or a Joint Terrorism Working Group, this would be the appropriate venue for the
assessment process, especially in light of the pre-clearance to review sensitive information
and the FBI=s participation in each group. If no Joint Terrorism Task Force or Joint
Terrorism Working Group exists in your jurisdiction, coordinate your efforts with the FBI
WMD coordinator(s) assigned to your jurisdiction. Federal, state and local jurisdictions
need to share and compare information on a continuing basis during and well after the
completion of this assessment.
The FBI WMD coordinators, having been briefed on this process, stand ready to assist and
will review the assessments to ensure that they are consistent with any intelligence known at
the Federal level. However, the FBI WMD coordinators may or may not be in a position to
physically participate in the assessment process at each jurisdiction level. If no FBI
representation is readily available in your jurisdiction, look to a member of your law
enforcement community to gather officials of other law enforcement agencies to participate
in the assessment process. In other areas there are existing criminal intelligence consortiums
that can be used for comparison and validation. There is much valuable, unclassified
information that will benefit the assessment on the Internet, in publications, and in the media.
As this information will be of a sensitive nature, it is suggested that only individuals privy to
such information as a part of their routine responsibilities be allowed to participate. It must
also be recognized that legal and operational constraints associated with the collection and
sharing of certain criminal intelligence information exists. Therefore, it is understood that
situations will occur where ongoing investigations cannot be disclosed. It is further
understood that for purposes of avoiding any legal issues, certain restrictions do apply.
In order to protect the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive intelligence information on
specific groups or individuals, and in order to comply with certain legal principles and
privacy laws circumscribing the collection, maintenance, and dissemination of intelligence
on individuals or groups who may be identified as a PTE, no specific identity of the PTEs
evaluated in the assessment process will be included in the information forwarded to the
designated state agency. Since this process is focused on determining training and equipment
needs and is not intended as an intelligence-gathering tool, such information is not necessary
to the process. However, for audit purposes, a jurisdiction should be prepared to justify its
responses. After this information is submitted to the designated state agency, FBI WMD
coordinators assigned to the state will review the rolled-up data for consistency with existing
information files.
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[STEP TWO] Complete the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet (PART F):
The Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet (PART F) is to be completed by the assessment working
group. Record all relevant information onto the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet. The
Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet will be used to complete the Jurisdiction Threat Profile
(PART G). The Jurisdiction Threat Profile is the only portion of the threat assessment to be
forwarded to the designated state agency.
Dissemination of the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet is restricted in order to protect the
integrity and confidentiality of sensitive intelligence information, and in order to
comply with certain legal principles and privacy laws circumscribing the collection,
maintenance, and dissemination of intelligence on individuals or groups who may be
identified as a potential threat element (PTE), as defined in Part C of this document.
[STEP THREE] Complete the Jurisdiction Threat Profile (PART G):
The Jurisdiction Threat Profile (PART G) will constitute the returnable portion of the
assessment to the designated state agency. Begin the Jurisdiction Threat Profile by
answering the preliminary questionnaire. Thereafter, utilize the information recorded on the
Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet, Table 2-b-4, to complete Tables 2-b-7 through 2-b-8 of the
profile. Once the profile is complete, return it to your assessment coordinator. Retain a
copy for your records.
[STEP FOUR] Complete the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Profile:
Submit the Threat Assessment Profile (Part G) to the jurisdiction for integration into the Risk
Assessment Profile.
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F. JURISDICTION THREAT WORKSHEET
Task I: Identify no more than 15 PTEs operating in your jurisdiction. It is important to note that the
number of PTEs identified does not affect the jurisdiction=s risk factor. Only the PTE with the highest
threat level is considered in the risk factor equation. Follow the instructions below to complete the
Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet.
A. EVALUATE THE PRESENCE OF EACH THREAT FACTOR: Evaluate each threat
factor (Existence, Capability, Intentions, History, and Targeting) attributable to each PTE
identified in your jurisdiction. For each PTE, identify the threat factor(s) whose presence has
been established, and record the corresponding numerical value in the appropriate threat
factor column to the right of the PTE on the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet (examples are
provided). The assessment working group should only consider factors where information
concerning the PTE has satisfied the definitional standards of the threat factors previously set
forth in this assessment. If the intelligence information does not meet those standards or the
information is not deemed credible, then the respective threat factor cannot be justified to
exist and must be left blank.
B. CALCULATE THE THREAT LEVEL OF EACH PTE: Add the corresponding point
values of each threat factor whose presence has been established and insert the value in the
AThreat Level@ column for each PTE. The corresponding point values are listed under each
threat factor at the top of the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet. Threat levels may range from
one to ten.
C. IDENTIFY THE MOTIVATION(S) OF EACH PTE: If one or more motivators are
established for a PTE, list the particular motivator(s) associated with the corresponding PTE
under the AMotivation@ column in the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet.
D. IDENTIFY THE WMD CAPABILITY OF EACH PTE: For each PTE assessed to
have the capability to produce or develop a WMD, identify the particular type(s) of
WMD. List these WMD types in the far right column of the Jurisdiction Threat
Worksheet. List only capabilities that have been substantiated. The mere threat to
utilize a WMD of a certain type, or an assertion that the capability exists is not
sufficient.
The Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet is not for dissemination outside the assessing jurisdiction.
Identities of the PTEs are for law enforcement purposes only and should not be shared
outside of the Threat Assessment Working Group.
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Threat Motivation WMD
Level Categories
(1-10) P=Political
R=Religious B=Biological
E=Environmental N=Nuclear/
THREAT Ra=Racial Radiological
S=Special Interest I=Incendiary
FACTORS C=Chemical
Choose one or more E=Explosive
U=Unknown
Choose one or more
PTE Existence Violent Intentions WMD Targeting
(1) History (2) Capability (4)
(1) (2)
Ex. S=Anti-Tobacco
ABC 1 2 3 U
Group
Ex.
DEF 1 1 2 4 E C/E/I
Group
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Table 2-b-4
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jurisdiction. Identities of the PTEs are for law enforcement purposes only and
should not be shared outside of the Threat Assessment Working Group.
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Task II: Complete the WMD Threat/Incident History Table
1. List the number of terrorism-related threat incidents, by WMD category, that occurred in your
jurisdiction since January 1, 1998, which resulted in the activation of emergency response assets.
2. List the number of incidents (derived from Aa@) that were subsequently determined to be hoaxes.
Note: The Threat Assessment Working Group should share this information with the planning
group to ensure that this information is correct from both the crisis and consequence
responder perspective. This information should also be included as part of the Jurisdiction
Risk Profile .
Threatened WMD Hazard Total Number of Terrorist Number of Terrorist Threat
Threat Incidents Incidents Determined to be
Hoaxes
Biological
Nuclear/Radiological
Incendiary
Chemical
Explosive
Total #
Table 2-b-5
Use information collected in Tasks I and II above to complete the Jurisdiction Threat Profile,
Paragraph G.
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G. JURISDICTION THREAT
PROFILE
To be forwarded to the designated state agency
1) PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
State: _____________________
Jurisdiction of the Threat Assessment Working Group: ___________________________
Population of Jurisdiction: ________________
Coordinating Agency:
KCity Police KCounty Sheriff/Police KState Police/Patrol
Other ____________________________
Point of Contact (POC) for the Threat Assessment Working Group
Name of POC: __________________________________
Agency of POC: ________________________________
POC Telephone Number : _________________________
POC E-Mail Address:_____________________________
List All Agencies Represented within the Threat Assessment Working Group
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
What FBI Field Division serves your jurisdiction? _____________________________
Does your jurisdiction participate in a Joint Terrorism Task Force - if so which?
_______________________
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G. JURISDICTION THREAT PROFILE (Cont.)
2) NUMBER OF PTEs ASSESSED
Using information in Table 2-b-4 of the Jurisdiction Threat Worksheet, list the total number of PTEs
assessed in your jurisdiction.
Total Number of PTEs
3) EXISTING CAPABILITIES
Designate the types of WMD capabilities assessed to exist in the jurisdiction (Table 2-b-4):
KNone KIncendiary
KBiological KChemical
KNuclear/Radiological KExplosive
4) WMD THREAT HISTORY
Record the total number information for ANumber of Threat Incidents@ which have occurred in your
jurisdiction since January 1, 1998. (Below table is same as Table 2-b-5.)
WMD Threat/Incident History
(January 1, 1998 to present)
Threatened WMD Hazard Total Number of Number of Terrorist Threat
Terrorist Threat Incidents Incidents Determined to be
Hoaxes
Biological
Nuclear/Radiological
Incendiary
Chemical
Explosive
Total #
Table 2-b-7
5) JURISDICTION THREAT RATING
Utilizing Table 2-b-4, select the highest threat level obtained of all PTEs identified within your
jurisdiction. Record this number in the right hand portion of Table 2-b-8, below. This number
represents your jurisdiction==s highest threat level. This is the Jurisdiction Threat Rating and
will be used in Task D to determine the Jurisdiction Risk Rating, i.e., a combination of threat
and vulnerability.
Jurisdiction Threat Rating
Table 2-b-8
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Section 2, Tab c
Task C: Public Health Performance Assessment
Instrument for Emergency Preparedness
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Public Health Service
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Atlanta, GA 30333
Dear Colleague , October 4, 1999
The attached Public Health Assessment Instrument for Public Health Preparedness will assist you
in determining the ability of your State and/or Local Public Health System to rapidly and
effectively respond to biological and chemical agents, as well as other acute public health
emergencies.
This instrument was developed as a collaborative effort of the Bioterrorism Preparedness and
Response Program, National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers For Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC); the National Public Health Performance Standards Program, Public Health
Practice Program Office, CDC; and the Emergency Preparedness and Response Branch, National
Center For Environmental Health, CDC; with the full collaboration of other CDC Centers,
Institutes and Offices having public health bioterrorism preparedness and response
responsibilities. Our public health constituency partners at the national, state, and local levels
include the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), the
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), and the Council of State and
Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE). They have all been actively involved in the development of
this tool and implementation plan.
In addition, this instrument is part of a Office of State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support,
Office of Justice Programs, Department of Justice national project to develop an integrated
statewide assessment of emergency response activities. The Department of Justice requested
assistance from CDC to include a public health component for this overall survey instrument.
We believe that this will be is an excellent opportunity for you to determine your public health
system=s capability to respond. We strongly encourage you to complete this assessment in your
local jurisdictions following the regional training sessions (to be held over the next few months
by the Department of Justice and their assessment partners). Your inputs and feedback will be
invaluable. CDC and its public health partners look forward to working with you as we
collaborate to improve our nation=s public health capacity to respond to the threat of bioterrorism
and other public health emergencies.
Sincerely,
Scott R. Lillibridge , M.D. Paul Halverson, Dr.P.H.
Director, Bioterrorism Preparedness and Director, National Public Health Performance
Response Program (Proposed) Deputy Director, Division of Public Health
Office of the Director Systems
National Center for Infectious Diseases Public Health Practice Program Office
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Public Health Performance Assessment - Emergency Preparedness
A. Public Health and the Department of Justice Assessment Process
In order to assess the baseline of readiness to respond to the threat of biological, chemical and
radiological emergencies, CDC, in collaboration with public health partners has developed the
attached public health emergency preparedness assessment instrument. This tool is
integrated with the threat assessment tool developed by the FBI and the risk, capabilities, and
needs assessment instruments developed for the US Department of Justice. These instruments
together form an integrated assessment instrument for state and local jurisdictions.
The public health assessment is organized according to the ten essential services of public health
which were developed in 1994 by representatives of ASTHO, NACCHO, the Institute of
Medicine, the Association of Schools of Public Health, the Public Health Foundation, the
National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors, National Association of State
Mental Health Program Directors, and the U.S. Public Health Service
(http://web.health.gov/phfunctions/public.htm).
The terms local public health system (LPHS) and local public health agency (LPHA) are used
frequently in the assessment.
The local public health system (LPHS) is the collection of public and private organizations
contributing to public health at the local level. In some cases, organizations headquartered
outside the local jurisdiction may be included in the LPHS if these organizations contribute to
public health at the local level. The contribution need not be permanent or ongoing, so long as it
contributes to public health at the local level. Components of the LPHS may include:
* Governmental entities--including local public health agency (LPHA) or department,
board of health, local or regional branch of state health department bearing responsibility for
the delivery of any public health service to the jurisdiction
* Hospitals serving the jurisdiction
* Managed care organizations serving the jurisdiction
* Clinics and physicians serving the jurisdiction
* Social service providers
* Civic organizations providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Professional organizations providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Local businesses providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Neighborhood organizations providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Faith institutions providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Transportation providers providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Educational institutions providing public health services to the jurisdiction
* Public safety and emergency response agencies and organizations
* Environmental or environmental-health agencies
* Non-profit organizations/advocacy groups providing public health services to the
jurisdiction
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The local public health agency (LPHA) may vary in different jurisdictions, but usually includes the local
health department, local board of health, and/or other local governmental entity designed to provide public
health services to the jurisdiction.
In many communities, the LPHA is one of many participants--although a major player--in the LPHS. The
State may provide services, which comprise a part of the local public health system. These concepts should
be discussed by the team that will complete the assessment instrument.
B. Completing the Assessment
1. Defining the jurisdiction - The jurisdiction under assessment may be a city, a county, multiple counties, a
metropolitan area or a region. All are acceptable for assessment purposes. To facilitate analysis, please
provide a list of all geographic areas included in the surveyed jurisdiction.
2. Identifying the team of respondents - A single person or organization will not be able to adequately
complete the assessment. During pilot testing, the instrument was best completed when the head of the
local public health agency assembled a team from the LPHS who represented the range of services
required to respond to public health emergencies. As guidance, we highly recommend that
representatives from: the local public health agencies, hospitals, emergency medical services; fire
department, law enforcement, media and others involved in local emergency planning, be involved in the
completion of the assessment. Page three of the assessment instrument contains a sign-up sheet for those
person participating in the assessment.
3. Answering the questions B We have tried to make all questions answerable with a definite YES or NO.
However, there will be certain questions that respondents may be uncertain how to answer. Respondents
should answer YES to any question that is partially met.
C. Overview of Capabilities of Local Public Health Jurisdiction
The set of questions on page 35 titled `Overview of Capabilities of Local Public Health Jurisdiction' are
a set of consensus indicators frequently used for measuring community-level public health capacity.
Because these indicators have been used in prior assessments of public health performance, completing this
survey in addition to the public health emergency preparedness assessment instrument will contribute to the
science-base of performance measurement in public health practice.
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Performance Assessment Public Health Emergency Preparedness
This should be completed by staff of the local public health agency or agencies being assessed
Assessment Completion
Date:
Name of Health
Agency Coordinating
Completion of Assessment:
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Telephone: FAX: Web site or email address:
Public Health Agency Title:
Director Coordinating
Completion of
Assessment:
Degree(s): Email Address:
Telephone: Pager: Cell Phone:
Emergency Response Title:
Representative
Coordinating Completion
of Assessment:
Degree(s): Email Address:
Telephone: Pager: Cell Phone:
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Person in charge of completing Title:
and submitting this assessment
to the statewide coordinator:
Email Address: Telephone:
Categorize your jurisdiction by selecting one of the following, or describe its structure under "other":
o County o City/Municipal o City/County
o District o Regional o State
o Other (Specify):
For purposes of identifying the coverage area for this assessment, please list the geographic
area(s) included in this assessment e.g. Henry County. Geographic area can include one or
more counties, township, individual city or town. (If more than one county is included, please
list all counties.) If the description of your jurisdiction is NOT a county, city, or multiple
counties, please list ALL zip codes for the geographic area the assessment covers.
What is the most recent population of
the jurisdiction reported in this
assessment? Population Mo./Yr. /
Total number of employees working in the local public health agency
(or agencies) being reported this assessment Number by Category
Full time employees
Contractual
Part time
Other
Total Employees
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Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assessment Team
Please list all persons who contributed to this assessment*
Name Jurisdiction Job Area of Phone E-mail
Represented Expertise Address
1. (Facilitator)
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
*NOTE: Can use hyperlink to a list.
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Overview of Capabilities of Local Public Health Jurisdiction
1. For the jurisdiction served by your local health department, is there a
community needs assessment process that systematically describes the Yes o No o
prevailing health status in the community?
2. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency surveyed the population for behavioral risk factors? Yes o No o
3. For the jurisdiction served by your local health agency, are timely
investigations of adverse health events, including communicable disease
outbreaks and environmental health hazards, conducted on an ongoing Yes o No o
basis?
4. Are the necessary laboratory services available to the local public health
agency to support investigations of adverse health events and that meet Yes o No o
routine diagnostic and surveillance needs?
5. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, has an
analysis been completed of the determinants and contributing factors of
priority health needs, adequacy of existing health resources, and the Yes o No o
population groups most impacted?
6. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency conducted an analysis of age-specific participation in preventive Yes o No o
and screening services?
7. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, is there a
network of support and communication relationships that includes Yes o No o
health-related organizations, the media, and the general public?
8. In the past year in your jurisdiction, has there been a formal attempt by
the local public health agency at informing elected officials about the Yes o No o
potential public health impact of decisions under their consideration?
9. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, has there
been a prioritization of the community health needs that have been Yes o No o
identified from a community needs assessment?
10. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency implemented community health initiatives consistent with Yes o No o
established priorities?
11. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, has a
community health action plan been developed with community Yes o No o
participation to address community health needs?
12. During the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public
health agency developed plans to allocate resources in a manner Yes o No o
consistent with community health action plans?
13. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, have
resources been deployed as necessary to address priority health needs Yes o No o
identified in the community health needs assessment?
14. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency conducted an organizational self-assessment? Yes o No o
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15. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, are age-
specific priority health needs effectively addressed through the Yes o No o
provision of, or linkage to appropriate services?
16. Within the past year in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency provided reports to the media on a regular basis? Yes o No o
17. For the jurisdiction served by your local public health agency, have
there been regular evaluations of the effects of public health services on Yes o No o
community health status?
18. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has the local public health
agency used professionally recognized processes and outcome measures Yes o No o
to monitor programs and to redirect resources as appropriate?
19. In your jurisdiction, is the public regularly provided with information
about current health status, health care needs, positive health Yes o No o
behaviors, and health care policy issues?
20. In the past three years in your jurisdiction, has there been an instance in
which the local public health agency has failed to implement a
mandated program or service? Yes o No o
Essential Service #1: Monitor health status to identify community health problems
1.1 Indicator: Monitoring for Rapid detection
1.1.1 Does the LPHS monitor community and health indicators which
may signal biological, chemical and/or radiological incidents? Yes o No o DK o
DK = Don't know
Other Not at Don't
If yes, how frequently are the Daily Weekly Monthly Freq all Know
following rates monitored: (D) (W) (M) (O) (No) (DK)
1.1.1.1 Hospital admission D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.2 ICU occupancy D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.3 Unexplained deaths
(including medical D o W o M o O o No o DK o
examiner/coroner cases)
1.1.1.4 Unusual syndromes in D o W o M o O o No o DK o
ambulatory patients
1.1.1.5 Influenza-like illness D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.6 Ambulance runs D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.7 911 calls D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.8 Poison control centers calls D o W o M o O o No o DK o
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1.1.1.9 Pharmaceutical demand
(antimicrobial agent usage, D o W o M o O o No o DK o
etc.)
1.1.1.10 Emergency department D o W o M o O o No o DK o
utilization
1.1.1.11 Outpatient department
utilization D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.12 Absenteeism in large D o W o M o O o No o DK o
worksites
1.1.1.13 Absenteeism in schools D o W o M o O o No o DK o
1.1.1.14 Others (specify)
1.2 Indicator: Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment
1.2.1 Does the LPHS perform, or have access to, hazard
assessments of the facilities within its jurisdiction? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, are hazards at the following facilities assessed:
1.2.1.1 Academic institution and other laboratories Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.2 Agriculture co-op facilities Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.3 Chemical manufacturing and storage Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.4 Dams, levies, and other flood control mechanisms Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.5 Facilities for storage of infectious waste Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.6 Firework factories Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.7 Food production/storage plants Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.8 Military installations (includes National Guard units
& Reserves) Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.9 Munitions manufacturers or storage depot Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.10 Pesticide manufacturing/storage Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.11 Petrochemical refinery/storage facility Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.12 Pharmaceutical companies Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.13 Radiological power plants or radiological fuel
processing facilities Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.14 Reproductive health clinics Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.15 Ventilation systems for high occupancy buildings Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.16 Water treatment and distribution centers Yes o No o DK o NA o
1.2.1.17 Others (Specify) __________________________________
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Essential Service #2: Diagnose and investigate health problems and health hazards in the community
2.1 Indicator: Information System Capacity
Some questions Section 2.1 apply to the Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC) for your
LPHA. This is the person who would lead the local health department's effort in the event of a
bioterrorism incident (e.g. health officer, LHD Director, environmental health director, etc.). The
actual title of this person will vary from locality to locality.
2.1.1 Does the Emergency Response Coordinator (ERC) have a Yes o No o DK o
computer at work (e.g. primary or exclusive use of computer)?
If yes,
2.1.1.1 Does the ERC have a CD-ROM reader? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.2 Does the ERC have internet e-mail?
If yes, Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.2.1 Does the ERC (or someone they authorize) check his/her
e-mail at least once each workday? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.2.2 Has the internet email system for this jurisdiction failed for
more than 5 consecutive working hours during the last Yes o No o DK o
month (excluding scheduled downtime)? If yes,
2.1.1.2.2.1 Was the Internet e-mail system repaired within one (1)
working day the last time it failed? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.3 Does the ERC have an internet connection of at least 56 kbps
speed to his/her desktop? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.4 Does the ERC have CONTINUOUS Internet access at work
(e.g. "always on", not dial-up)? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.5 Has the Internet connection for this jurisdiction failed for
more than 5 consecutive hours during the last month Yes o No o DK o
(excluding scheduled downtime)? If yes,
2.1.1.5.1 Was the Internet connection for this jurisdiction repaired
within one (1) working day the time it last failed? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.6 Can the ERC browse the World Wide Web? If yes, Yes o No o DK o
2.1.1.6.1 Is this browser Netscape Communicator v4.07 or newer or
Microsoft Internet Explorer v4.04 or newer? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2 Can your local health jurisdiction receive urgent health alerts from
the state department of health within one (1) working day? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.1 Has the state used or tested the health alert system within the
past three months? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.2 By what technology (or technologies ) do you receive health
alerts from your state health department?
2.1.2.2.1 Telephone (individual call) Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.2.2 Auto-dial (computer generated telephone call) Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.2.3 E-mail Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.2.4 None Yes o No o DK o
2.1.2.2.5 Other (please specify)
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2.1.3 Does the local jurisdiction have a system for broadcasting health Yes o No o DK o
alerts to targeted community groups? If yes,
2.1.3.1 What technology (or technologies) does the local health
jurisdiction currently use to broadcast health alerts?
2.1.3.1.1 Telephone (Individual call) Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.2 Auto-dial (computer generated telephone call) Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.3 Regular Fax Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.4 Broadcast Fax Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.5 E-mail Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.6 None Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.1.7 Other _______________________________
2.1.3.2 Can the system be used 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week, if
necessary? Yes o No o DK o
2.1.3.3 Has someone tested or used the system to send health alerts Yes o No o DK o
to members of the community within the last 3 months?
2.1.3.4 Is the system adequately maintained (at least one person
assigned to maintain and update at least quarterly the list of Yes o No o DK o
community health alert recipients)?
2.1.4 Does the LPHA have written computer security policies? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, do the policies address the following:
2.1.4.1 Intruder detection Yes o No o DK o
2.1.4.2 Virus scanning Yes o No o DK o
2.1.4.3 Digital certificate or other means for authentication Yes o No o DK o
2.1.4.4 Firewall(s) to the Internet Yes o No o DK o
2.1.5 Does the LPHA have systems for safeguarding against data loss?
If yes, do they include: Yes o No o DK o
2.1.5.1 Backup electrical power Yes o No o DK o
2.1.5.2 On-site data backup arrangements Yes o No o DK o
2.1.5.3 Off-site data backup arrangements Yes o No o DK o
2.1.5.4 Power surge protection systems in place Yes o No o DK o
2.2 Indicator: Epidemiologic capacity to assess, investigate and analyze a biological, chemical or
radiological threat or emergency
2.2.1 Does the LPHS have access to Masters or Doctoral level Yes o No o DK o
epidemiologists for on-site consultation? If yes:
2.2.1.1 Do the epidemiologists have access to portable computers
with modem access during their fieldwork? Yes o No o DK o
2.2.1.2 Can data be entered into a centralized database from the field? Yes o No o DK o
2.2.2 Does the LPHA transmit reportable disease information
electronically to the state health department? Yes o No o DK o
2.2.3 Do community health professionals receive reportable disease Yes o No o DK o
summary information at least quarterly from the State or LPHA?
2.2.4 Does the LPHS receive electronic surveillance reports at least
quarterly from the state health department? Yes o No o DK o
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2.2.5 Are computer-based statistical tools used by the LPHA to detect
changes in disease patterns? Yes o No o DK o
2.2.6 Are sample epidemiologic case investigation protocols available
for the investigation of possible terrorist incidents? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, do they address:
2.2.6.1 Biological incidents Yes o No o DK o
2.2.6.2 Chemical incidents Yes o No o DK o
2.2.6.3 Radiological incidents Yes o No o DK o
2.2.7 Are sample protocols available that integrate human and Yes o No o DK o
veterinary epidemiologic investigations?
2.2.8 Has a roster of personnel with the technical expertise to respond to
a potential biological, chemical, or radiological terrorist event
been developed? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, do you have access to the following personnel within 1
hour:
2.2.8.1 Chemists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.2 Emergency management Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.3 Emergency Medical Technicians / paramedics Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.4 Environmental health scientists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.5 State Epidemiologist (or designee) Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.6 Hazardous Material Response Teams Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.7 Health physicist Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.8 Industrial hygienists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.9 Infectious disease specialists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.10 Law enforcement Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.11 Medical examiners/Coroner Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.12 Microbiologists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.13 National Guard Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.14 Occupational health physicians Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.15 State Public Health Laboratory director (or designee) Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.16 Toxicologists Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.17 Veterinarians Yes o No o DK o
2.2.8.18 Other (Specify)
2.3 Indicator: Laboratory capacity, both public and commercial, to investigate and identify the
cause of biological, chemical, or radiological threat or public health emergency.
2.3.1 Are laboratory services available to investigate emergency
incidents within 4 hours of notification.
If yes, are laboratory services available to investigate the Yes o No o DK o
following incidents:
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2.3.1.1 Biological Yes o No o DK o
2.3.1.2 Chemical Yes o No o DK o
2.3.1.3 Radiological Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2 Does the LPHS have guidelines or protocols in place to address
the handling of laboratory specimens in the event of a biological, Yes o No o DK o
chemical or radiological incident? If yes, do they include:
2.3.2.1 Collection Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.2 Transportation/storage Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.3 Safe disposal Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.4 Labeling Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.5 Chain of custody Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.6 Referral to State Public Health Laboratory Yes o No o DK o
2.3.2.7 Referral to a Federal Laboratory Yes o No o DK o
2.3.3 Do you have at least one microbiology laboratory available to your
jurisdiction that can rule out agents of possible terrorist acts?
If yes, is the laboratory able to rule-out by culture Yes o No o DK o
methodology:
2.3.3.1 Bacillus anthracis agent of anthrax Yes o No o DK o
2.3.3.2 Brucella sp. agent of brucellosis Yes o No o DK o
2.3.3.3 Francicella tularensis agent of tularemia Yes o No o DK o
2.3.3.4 Yersinia pestis agent of plague Yes o No o DK o
2.3.4 Is there at least one microbiology laboratory available to your
jurisdiction that can confirm identification of agents of possible
terrorist acts? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, is the laboratory able to confirm the following:
2.3.4.1 Bacillus anthracis agent of anthrax Yes o No o DK o
2.3.4.2 Brucella sp. agent of brucellosis Yes o No o DK o
2.3.4.3 Francicella tularensis agent of tularemia Yes o No o DK o
2.3.4.4 Yersinia pestis agent of plague Yes o No o DK o
2.3.5 Is there at least one microbiology laboratory available to your
jurisdiction that can use molecular diagnostic methodologies
(i.e. PCR, or other DNA-based methodologies) to make a rapid Yes o No o DK o
and accurate diagnosis of agents of possible terrorist acts?
If yes, is the laboratory able to diagnose the following:
2.3.5.1 Bacillus anthracis - agent of anthrax Yes o No o DK o
2.3.5.2 Brucella sp. agent of brucellosis Yes o No o DK o
2.3.5.3 Francicella tularensis agent of tularemia Yes o No o DK o
2.3.5.4 Yersinia pestis agent of plague Yes o No o DK o
2.3.6 Are guidelines in place to indicate when laboratory results require
attention of LPHS medical, epidemiology, or laboratory personnel Yes o No o DK o
(i.e., for human anthrax, brucellosis, tularemia or plague)?
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2.3.7 Does the LPHS receive electronic laboratory reports from
diagnostic service providers? If yes, are reports received from: Yes o No o DK o
2.3.7.1 Private laboratories Yes o No o DK o
2.3.7.2 Commercial laboratories Yes o No o DK o
2.3.7.3 Hospitals Yes o No o DK o
2.3.7.4 Veterinary diagnostic laboratories Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #3: Inform, educate, and empower people about health issues
3.1 Indicator: Public Information
3.1.1 Have protocols been established for releasing information to the
community on potential hazards resulting from a biological, chemical Yes o No o DK o
or radiological release? If yes:
Does this protocol have provisions for informing the public of
3.1.1.1 population prevention measures? If yes do these measures Yes o No o DK o
include:
Hazards to expect
3.1.1.1.1 Yes o No o DK o
Precautions to take
3.1.1.1.2 Yes o No o DK o
Requirements for evacuation or shelter-in-place
3.1.1.1.3 Yes o No o DK o
3.1.1.2 Has the protocol for the release of public information been
discussed in advance with the press/media? Yes o No o DK o
3.1.1.3 In the event of a possible terrorist incident, does the LPHS have
a designated public information officer? Yes o No o DK o
3.2 Indicator: Communication Systems for Responders and Agencies
3.2.1. Can the LPHA disseminate information to the LPHS on a threat or
event within two hours? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, can information be disseminated to:
3.2.1.1 Ambulatory care facilities Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.2 First responders Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.3 Health care providers Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.4 Hospitals Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.5 Laboratories Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.6 Pharmacies Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.7 Community decision-makers, (i.e. Mayor or county health
officials) Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.8 Veterinarians Yes o No o DK o
3.2.1.9 Others (specify)
3.2.2 Does a protocol exist for communicating with the local Emergency
Operations Center (EOC)? Yes o No o DK o
3.2.3 Have radio systems been established for communication among
organizations (including the LPHS) ? If yes: Yes o No o DK o
Have radio frequencies been established?
3.2.3.1 Yes o No o DK o
Is back-up power in place to operate these systems?
3.2.3.2 Yes o No o DK o
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Is staff trained in the use of these systems?
3.2.3.3 Yes o No o DK o
3.2.4 Is 24-hour contact information for all critical local/state public health,
medical, law-enforcement, and emergency management personnel Yes o No o DK o
updated at least monthly by the LPHA?
3.2.5 Does the LPHS have medical management protocols to disseminate to
health care providers who are caring for patients with illnesses due to Yes o No o DK o
biological, chemical, or radiological agents?
3.3 Indicator: Communication Systems and Equipment
3.3.1 Has a communication link with the Emergency Alert System been
established? Yes o No o DK o
3.3.2 Has a protocol for notification of the LPHS been developed in the 911
activation system? Yes o No o DK o
3.3.3 Has the LPHS arranged with an emergency telecommunications
service to receive calls when phone circuits are overloaded in an Yes o No o DK o
emergency or disaster?
3.3.4 Have back-up systems/methods of communications been identified? Yes o No o DK o
3.3.5 Are emergency communications networks/equipment tested at least
quarterly? Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #4: Mobilize community partnerships to identify and solve health problems
4.1 Indicator: Mobilize Community Partnerships for Emergency Preparedness and Response
4.1.1 Do entities within the LPHS participate in a task force or coalition of
community partners that addresses emergency preparedness and Yes o No o DK o
response issues? If yes:
4.1.1.1 Does the LPHA have a designated representative to this task
force? Yes o No o DK o
4.1.2 Has an organization(s) been given the command and control
responsibility for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery Yes o No o DK o
efforts in your jurisdiction?
4.1.3 Have facilities within the jurisdiction been identified that are suitable
for command centers (Emergency Operations Center)? Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4 Have individual organizations' responsibilities been determined for
emergency management? If yes, do those organizations include: Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.1 LPHA Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.2 City/County/State Government (other than the LPHA) Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.3 Education system: public education Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.4 Emergency Management Agency Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.5 Environmental agencies with responsibilities for fire, health,
water, air quality, and consumer safety Yes o No o DK o
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4.1.4.6 Health organizations other than the LPHA (including urgent care
centers, private physicians offices, nursing homes, custodial care
facilities, home health care provider agencies, hospitals, poison Yes o No o DK o
centers, pharmacies, mental health and occupational health)
4.1.4.7 Local Emergency Planning Committee Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.8 National Guard Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.9 Private sector: trade and business organizations, industry and
labor Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.10 Public information office for local jurisdiction Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.11 Public safety: fire, police Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.12 Public Works/Sanitation Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.13 Transportation systems Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.14 Volunteer Organizations (e.g. Red Cross) Yes o No o DK o
4.1.4.15 Veterinarians Yes o No o DK o
4.1.5 Does the LPHS have procedures for both organizing and coordinating
volunteers during a disaster? If yes, Yes o No o DK o
4.1.5.1 Is insurance coverage extended to volunteers? Yes o No o DK o
4.1.6 Have local organizations been identified (e.g. chemical
manufacturers, radiological sites, commercial cleanup contractors)
that may be of technical assistance once an emergency public health Yes o No o DK o
response is required?
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Essential Service #5: Develop policies and plans that support individual and community health efforts
5.1 Indicator: Policies and plans related to emergency preparedness
5.1.1 Does your jurisdiction have an emergency preparedness and
response plan? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, does the plan include the following:
5.1.1.1 Organizational responsibilities and relationships among local,
district, State, and Federal response agencies Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.2 Identification of community organizations that have a role in
responding to biological, chemical, or radiological exposure Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.3 Alternative treatment facilities to accommodate increased
patient loads in the event of a mass casualty incident Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.4 Roster of local medical facilities capable of handling
laboratory specimens Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.5 Roster of local medical facilities capable of handling victims
of exposure Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.6 Roster of local veterinary facilities capable of handling
laboratory specimens Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.7 Roster of local veterinary facilities capable of handling
affected animals Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.8 Coordination with the local poison control center Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.9 Procedures for updating the emergency preparedness and
response plan Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.9.1 If yes, have plans been reviewed within the past 12
months Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.10 Guidelines for addressing environmental decontamination
issues Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.11 Guidelines for worker safety for those dealing with humans
and animals exposed to biological, chemical, or radiological
agents (e.g., the use of personal protective equipment and Yes o No o DK o
documentation of adequate antimicrobial chemoprophylaxis)
5.1.1.12 Guidelines for reviewing activities conducted during a
response or exercise to correct deficiencies Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.13 Protocol for convening police, fire, EMS, local hospitals,
public health officials, members of the local emergency
planning committee, Emergency Operations Centers, and Yes o No o DK o
other relevant parties on a periodic basis to review the content
of the plan
5.1.1.14 Protocol for coordinating public health responsibilities with
law enforcement responsibilities Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.15 Protocol for mutual aid agreements Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.16 Protocol for implementing an emergency epidemiological
investigation for human and animal exposures Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.17 Protocol for implementing evacuation and mass casualty
transportation Yes o No o DK o
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5.1.1.18 Protocol for initiating the public health response when a
device is found that may contain a biological, chemical, or Yes o No o DK o
radiological agent
5.1.1.19 Protocol for critical incident stress counseling for victims or
response personnel, including public health and medical Yes o No o DK o
professionals
5.1.1.20 Protocol for protecting care-providers and victims from
secondary exposures Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.21 Protocol for decontamination of patients upon their arrival at
the treatment facility Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.22 Protocol for ensuring that contamination of treatment facilities
does not occur when patients are evaluated or treated Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.23 Protocol for decontaminating mass casualties (pre-hospital) Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.24 Protocol for instituting mass isolation within a health facility Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.25 Protocol for transferring patients outside of the LPHS Yes o No o DK o
Protocol for incorporating state and federal assets into the
5.1.1.26 local response efforts (ie. National Disaster Medical System Yes o No o DK o
(NDMS), Disaster Medical Assistance teams (DMAT), etc.)
5.1.1.27 Protocol for instituting mass vaccinations or medication
distribution. If yes: Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.27.1 Does it address distribution of vaccines and medications to
the first responders? Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.27.2 Does it address distribution of vaccines and medications to
the medical/health care providers? Yes o No o DK o
5.1.1.28 Protocol for responding to mass mortuary needs Yes o No o DK o
5.1.2 If the LPHS has an emergency response plan, has it been
implemented or exercised within the past 12 months? Yes o No o DK o
5.1.2.1 If yes, was the local emergency management agency (or Local
Emergency Planning Committee) involved in the process? Yes o No o DK o
5.1.3 Is the LPHS emergency response plan integrated with the state
emergency response plan? Yes o No o DK o
5.1.4 Is the local public health agency integrated into a community-wide
emergency response plan? Yes o No o DK o
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Essential Service #6: Enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety
6.1 Indicator: Review and evaluate laws and regulations including statutory basis for action
6.1.1 Does the LPHS have a current compilation of Federal, State, and
local laws and regulations regarding emergency preparedness and
response in the event of biological, chemical agents, or Yes o No o DK o
radiological incidents?
If yes, has there been a review of regulations addressing:
6.1.1.1 "State of emergency" declarations Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.2 Clean air Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.3 Exposure-related disease Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.4 Food handling Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.5 Injury prevention Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.6 Mortuary services Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.7 Toxic waste and chemical treatment Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.8 Water quality Yes o No o DK o
6.1.1.9 Worker safety Yes o No o DK o
6.2 Indicator: Involvement in improvement and enforcement of laws and regulations
6.2.1 Does the LPHS have the legal authority to enforce public health
laws and regulations? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, does it include authority to:
6.2.1.1 Close facilities in a health emergency Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.2 Declare appropriate procedures for the management of
fatalities and safe handling of dead bodies (both human and Yes o No o DK o
animal)
6.2.1.3 Detain persons exposed to a biological agent Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.4 Establish quarantine in the event of a suspected biological,
chemical, or radiological release (Federal, State, county and Yes o No o DK o
local laws, ordinances and policies),
6.2.1.5 Order evacuation of the community Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.6 Require exposed persons to accept mandatory vaccinations
and/or drug therapy Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.7 Require mandatory medical examination of exposed persons Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.8 Require mandatory tracking and follow-up of exposed
persons Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.9 Require the collection of specimens and the performance of
tests on exposed persons and animals Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.10 Require the decontamination of exposed property Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.11 Require the reporting of new diseases and illness clusters Yes o No o DK o
6.2.1.12 Seize and destroy contaminated property Yes o No o DK o
6.2.2 Does the LPHS identify local public health issues (related to
emergency preparedness and response) that are not adequately Yes o No o DK o
addressed through existing laws and regulations?
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6.2.3 Does the LPHS participate in the modification of existing laws
and regulations designed to protect health and ensure safety in
case of a public health emergency or hazardous biological, Yes o No o DK o
chemical, or radiological event?
6.2.4 Does the LPHS participate in the formulation of new laws and
regulations designed to protect health and ensure safety in case of
a public health emergency or hazardous biological, chemical, or Yes o No o DK o
radiological event?
If so, does the LPHS:
6.2.4.1 Draft proposed legislation or regulations? Yes o No o DK o
6.2.4.2 Get involved in public hearings? Yes o No o DK o
6.2.4.3 Communicate with legislators and regulatory officials? Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #7: Link people to needed personal health services and ensure the provision of
healthcare when otherwise unavailable
7.1 Indicator: Assuring community access to critical health services during a threat or event
7.1.1 Has the LPHS identified special populations who may encounter
barriers to health services during an emergency due to a Yes o No o DK o
biological, chemical, or radiological agent?
If yes, have needs of the following groups been identified:
7.1.1.1 Children Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.2 Elderly persons Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.3 Homeless population Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.4 Remote populations Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.5 Those who are chronically ill and require access to critical
services, e.g. kidney dialysis and pharmacy services Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.6 Those who encounter barriers due to culture or language Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.7 Underinsured and uninsured Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.8 Physically and mentally disabled, including homebound Yes o No o DK o
7.1.1.9 Others (specify)
7.1.2 Have resources been designated to reduce barriers and meet the
health needs for all these special populations within your Yes o No o DK o
jurisdiction in the event of a threat?
7.1.3 Does the LPHS have access to logistical assets to transport mass
casualties within and outside of the local jurisdiction if local
hospitals become filled? Yes o No o DK o
7.2 Indicator: Assuring effective medical management during an emergency
7.2.1 Has the LPHS assessed the ability to increase capacity in the case
of a five-fold increase in patient admissions to the health care Yes o No o DK o
sector?
7.2.2 Have you assessed the ability to increase capacity five-fold for
the following services?
7.2.2.1 Adult medicine beds Yes o No o DK o
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7.2.2.2 Burn unit beds Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.3 Intensive Care Units (ICU) beds Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.4 Medical treatment vehicles Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.5 Mortuary Space Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.6 Multiple trauma beds Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.7 Pediatric beds Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.8 Respiratory isolation units Yes o No o DK o
7.2.2.9 Respiratory ventilators Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3 Has the LPHS assessed pharmaceutical inventories at area
pharmacies, pharmaceutical supply vendors or treatment facilities
(including hospitals)? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, have the inventories been assessed for the following:
7.2.3.1 Bacterial agents: e.g. Ciprofloxacin, Doxycycline, Penicillin,
Chloramphenicol, and Azithromycin Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.2 Botulinum toxin: Mechanical respiratory ventilators and
associated supplies Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.3 Burn care / Vesicants: Sterile bandages, intravenous fluids,
and broad spectrum antibiotics Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.4 Cyanides: Cyanide antidote kits containing amyl nitrite,
sodium nitrite, and sodium thiosulfate Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.5 Lewisite: British Anti- Lewisite Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.6 Nerve agents: e.g. Atropine, Pralidoxime chloride, and
Diazepam (or lorazepam) Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.7 Pulmonary agents: Oxygen ventilators, and respiratory care
supplies Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.8 Radiological exposure: Potassium iodide Yes o No o DK o
7.2.3.9 All agents: Resuscitation equipment and supplies;
vasopressors Yes o No o DK o
7.2.4 Does the LPHS have access to dosage requirements for antidotes
and therapies for children? Yes o No o DK o
7.2.5 Is the necessary drug administering equipment available for the
on-hand quantities of antidotes and therapies? Yes o No o DK o
7.2.6 Has the LPHS established protocols for requesting State or
Federal (civilian or military) pharmaceutical stockpiles? Yes o No o DK o
7.2.7 Do you now have, or will you have within the next 12 months, a
person in charge that will be officially designated to accept
deliveries from the National Pharmaceutical Stockpile if there is a Yes o No o DK o
bioterrorist event?
7.2.8 Does your LPHS have mutual aid agreements with other localities
(in or outside your state) to share pharmaceuticals and medical Yes o No o DK o
devices?
7.2.9 Does the LPHS have procedures in place for people needing
medical care? If yes: Yes o No o DK o
7.2.9.1 Does the LPHS have a procedure to triage patients to
appropriate treatment facilities? Yes o No o DK o
7.2.9.2 Do procedures address the need for confidentiality? Yes o No o DK o
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7.2.10 Do the majority of the hospitals in your jurisdiction have the
following respiratory protective equipment available?
7.2.10.1 Self-contained breathing apparatus (with tank and full mask) Yes o No o DK o
7.2.10.2 Supplied air respirators (full mask and air line from hospital air
System) Yes o No o DK o
7.2.10.3 Chemical cartridge air purifying respirators Yes o No o DK o
7.2.10.4 HEPA masks (OSHA/NIOSH-approved High efficiency
particulate)
7.2.10.5 Chemical protective clothing Yes o No o DK o
Does the local medico-legal death investigation system have
7.2.11 responsibility to investigate fatalities from biological, chemical
and radiological terrorism? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, does that system have access to:
7.211.1 Appropriate microbiological and toxicological testing Yes o No o DK o
7.2.11.2 Biosafety cabinets and fume hoods to handle contaminated Yes o No o DK o
autopsy tissue
7.2.11.3 Facilities where autopsies can be performed on contaminated
victims Yes o No o DK o
7.2.11.4 Established links to the local and state health department Yes o No o DK o
7.2.11.5 Medical records of victims Yes o No o DK o
7.2.12 Are medical examiners/coroners included in the LPHS hazardous
materials emergency preparedness activities? Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #8: Assure a competent public and personal health care workforce
8.1 Indicator: Workforce Capacity and Assessment
8.1.1 Has the LPHS assessed the workforce for emergency
preparedness and response capabilities in the past two years? If Yes o No o DK o
yes, provide the numbers below in 8.1.2 in column 1.
8.1.2 Has the LPHS estimated the numbers of practicing public health
and personal healthcare workers trained 8 hours or more in the
last year in emergency preparedness and response? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, please provide numbers for the following:
# In # Trained
Workforce (8 hrs or more)
8.1.2.1 Physicians DK o
8.1.2.2 Nurses DK o
8.1.2.3 Physician assistants
8.1.2.4 Environmental health workers DK o
8.1.2.5 Mental health/Social workers DK o
8.1.2.6 Epidemiologists DK o
8.1.2.7 Laboratory personnel qualified to analyze
biological, radiological, or chemical agents DK o
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8.1.2.8 Respiratory therapists DK o
8.1.2.9 Medical examiners DK o
8.1.2.10 Pharmacists DK o
8.1.2.11 Emergency medical technicians
(EMTs)/paramedics DK o
8.1.2.12 Veterinarians DK o
8.1.2.13 Health administrators/managers DK o
8.2 Indicator: Training and Continuing Education
8.2.1 Does the LPHS have a method for assessing training and
continuing education needs based on roles/responsibilities of
response personnel? Yes o No o DK o
If yes,
8.2.1.1 Does the LPHA have a method for assessing training and
continuing education needs based on roles/responsibilities of Yes o No o DK o
response personnel?
8.2.2 Have resources to provide training been identified? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.3 Have organizations to provide training been identified? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.4 Have the first responders had training on selection and use of
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5 Has the LPHS implemented activities to educate health care
providers (including EMS) and laboratory workers in your
jurisdiction on topics regarding radiological, biological, and Yes o No o DK o
chemical incidents?
If yes, do the training topics include:
8.2.5.1 Acquisition and handling of laboratory specimens Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.2 Contact telephone numbers for reporting/consultation Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.3 Guidelines for immediate reporting/consultation with public
health officials Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.4 Medical management of patients Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.5 Patient decontamination procedures (including those to be
used when outside temperatures are extreme) Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.6 Identification of hazardous biological agents Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.7 Identification of hazardous chemical agents Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.8 Identification of radiological hazards Yes o No o DK o
8.2.5.9 Role of the healthcare providers in recognizing/suspecting
the beginning of an outbreak Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6 Does the LPHS ensure provision of training to prepare response
personnel for decontamination procedures and contagion hazards
that may accompany a biological, chemical, or radiological Yes o No o DK o
incident?
If yes, is training for the following personnel addressed:
8.2.6.1 First responder community (EMS, fire, law enforcement) Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.2 Emergency department personnel Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.3 Health care providers Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.4 Laboratory workers Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.5 Medical examiners/Coroners Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.6 Morgue personnel Yes o No o DK o
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8.2.6.7 Mortuary professionals Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.8 Pathologists Yes o No o DK o
8.2.6.9 Veterinarians Yes o No o DK o
8.2.7 Is the public health workforce cross-trained with other
organizations within the emergency response system? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.8 Do training programs for first responders include preparation for
the emotional and mental health impacts of a terrorism event? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.9 Do training programs for first responders include description of
the incident command system, i.e. organizations involved in Yes o No o DK o
response actions?
8.2.10 Do participants evaluate training and continuing education
activities? Yes o No o DK o
If yes:
8.2.10.1 Is this feedback used to identify future training needs? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.11 Does your LPHS use distance based learning technology for
training and continuing education? Yes o No o DK o
8.2.12 Are Continuing Education Units (or equivalent) available for
emergency preparedness training? Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #9: Evaluate effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of personal and population-based
health services
9.1 Indicator: Drills/Simulations/ "Tabletop exercises"
9.1.1 In the last 12 months, has the LPHS participated in tabletop
exercises to assess response readiness, responder continuity, and
overall integration of services? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, did these exercises address:
9.1.1.1 Biologic terrorism or incidents Yes o No o DK o
9.1.1.2 Chemical terrorism or incidents Yes o No o DK o
9.1.1.3 Radiological terrorism or incidents Yes o No o DK o
9.1.2 In the last 12 months, has the LPHS participated in functional
exercises to assess response readiness, responder coordination Yes o No o DK o
and overall integration of services and responsibilities?
If yes, did these exercises address:
9.1.2.1 Biological terrorism or incident Yes o No o DK o
9.1.2.2 Chemical terrorism or incidents Yes o No o DK o
9.1.2.3 Radiological terrorism or incidents Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3 If the LPHS has participated in tabletop or functional exercises in
the past 12 months, did multiple organizations and individuals
participate? Yes o No o DK o
If yes, were the following included:
9.1.3.1 Local Public Health Agency (LPHA) Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.2 911 centers Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.3 Acute care hospitals Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.4 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Yes o No o DK o
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9.1.3.5 City/county government officials Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.6 Civilian amateur radio groups Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.7 Community health centers Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.8 County emergency management Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.9 Education system Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.10 Emergency Management Association Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.11 Emergency Medical Services Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.12 Environmental Protection Agency Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.13 FBI Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.14 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.15 Fire department Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.16 Funeral directors Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.17 Laboratories (clinical / public health) Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.18 Law enforcement (local, county, and State) Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.19 Long-term care facilities Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.20 Managed care organizations Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.21 Media Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.22 Medical examiners/coroner Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.23 Mental health agency / services Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.24 Military personnel Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.25 National Guard Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.26 Physicians/health care providers Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.27 Poison control Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.28 Public works Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.29 Red Cross Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.30 State Emergency Management Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.31 State Environmental Health Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.32 State Health Department Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.33 Veterinarians Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.34 Volunteer medical and rescue groups Yes o No o DK o
9.1.3.35 Others (Specify) Yes o No o DK o
9.1.4 Does the LPHS have a mechanism to review the experiences and
knowledge gained from exercises to correct deficiencies in the Yes o No o DK o
emergency preparedness plan?
9.1.5 Is a formal mechanism in place to disseminate knowledge gained
from exercises to participants and other colleagues within the Yes o No o DK o
jurisdiction?
9.2 Indicator: Presence of Continuous Quality Improvement for Evaluation of Services 1-9
9.2.1 Is there a plan to revise the LPHS emergency response plan at
least once every 12 months to keep procedures current? Yes o No o DK o
9.2.2 Has your LPHS responded to a "hoax" bioterrorist event, such as a Yes o No o DK o
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letter or package threatening to contain anthrax or another
potentially harmful biological agent, within the past 12 months?
If yes,
9.2.2.1 Do current policies reflect the lessons learned from the event? Yes o No o DK o
Essential Service #10: Research for new insights and innovative solutions to health problem
10.1 Indicator: Capacity to Conduct Research/Surveillance for Potential Health Threats
10.1.1 Does the LPHS have researchers on staff or ready access to
researchers? If yes, are one or more of these researchers trained Yes o No o DK o
in:
10.1.1.1 Basic sciences Yes o No o DK o
10.1.1.2 Epidemiologic research methods Yes o No o DK o
10.1.1.3 Health services research methods Yes o No o DK o
10.1.1.4 Veterinary research Yes o No o DK o
10.1.2 Does the LPHS have links with academic, healthcare, and/or
research institutions that conduct research in emergency Yes o No o DK o
preparedness for terrorism?
10.2 Indicator: Access to and Sharing Research and Innovation
10.2.1 Does the LPHS have a designated individual responsible for
researching, collecting and updating information on emergency Yes o No o DK o
preparedness?
10.2.2 Has the LPHS disseminated research information in the field of
emergency preparedness? If yes, has this been: Yes o No o DK o
10.2.2.1 Throughout the local LPHS Yes o No o DK o
10.2.2.2 To colleagues outside the jurisdiction Yes o No o DK o
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Section 2, Tab d
Task D: Integration of Jurisdiction Vulnerability, Threat
and Public Health Assessments
For: All local jurisdictions participating in the OJP FY99 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment
Support Program.
Overview: The final step in the jurisdiction risk assessment process is to integrate results of the
Jurisdiction Vulnerability Assessment (Task A), the Jurisdiction Threat Assessment (Task B ), and
the Jurisdiction Public Health Assessment (Task C) to assess the overall level of risk for the
jurisdiction (See Figure 2-3 below). This level of risk is referred to as the Jurisdiction Risk Rating.
The results of this assessment process are recorded on the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Profile.
This profile consolidates jurisdiction risk information and is submitted to the designated state agency.
Integrating Vulnerability, Threat, and Public Health to Determine Risk
Task A: Vulnerability Assessment Task D
Risk
Task B : Assessment
Threat Assessment Profile
Task C: Public Health Assessment
Figure 2-3
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This integration of assessment processes is accomplished by completing the following steps:
G Enter the Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating , recorded in Section 2, Tab a, Table 2-a-5 from the
Individual Target Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet in the appropriate box on Table 2-d-2.
G Match the Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating just entered with the Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating
vertical column on the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Matrix, at Table 2-d-1.
G Enter the Jurisdiction Threat Rating recorded in Section 2, Tab b, Table 2-b-8, in the appropriate box
on Table 2-d-2.
G Match the Jurisdiction Threat Rating just entered with the Jurisdiction Threat Rating horizontal row in
the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Matrix.
G Plot the intersection of the two entries on the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Matrix to arrive at the
Jurisdiction Risk Rating.
G Record the Jurisdiction Risk Rating below the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Matrix in the space provided
on Table 2-d-2.
Record all requested information on the Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Profile and submit to the state
designated agency.
A. Fill in the requested administrative data.
B. Part I: Enter the same results as in Table 2-d-2
C. Part II: Enter the data from Table 2-a-6, Section 2, Tab a, Task A: Vulnerability
Assessment.
D. Part III: Enter the data from Table 2-b-6, Section 2, Tab b, Task B: Threat
Assessment.
E. Part IV: Enter the total "Number of Terrorist Threat Incidents" from Table 2-b-7,
Section 2, Tab b,Task B: Threat Assessment.
F. Part V: Enter the information referenced from Section 2, Tab c, Task C:
Performance Assessment Public Health Emergency Preparedness.
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Jurisdiction Risk Assessment Matrix
Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating
Rating 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
10 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11
9 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10
8 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9
7 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8
6 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7
5 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6
4 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5
3 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4
Jurisdiction Threat Rating
2 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3
1 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2
Table 2-d-1
Jurisdiction Risk Assessment
Jurisdiction Vulnerability Rating (from Sec 2, Tab a, Figure 2-a-5)
Jurisdiction Threat Rating (from Sec 2, Tab b, Figure 2-b-8)
Jurisdiction Risk Rating
Table 2-d-2
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JURISDICTION RISK ASSESSMENT PROFILE
Submit this form to the state
Jurisdiction:______________________ Jurisdiction Population:___________________
Prepared by:_____________________ Date:___________________________________
Profile Part I - Jurisdiction Risk Rating
JURISDICTION VULNERABILITY RATING
JURISDICTION THREAT RATING
JURISDICTION RISK RATING
Table 2-d-3
Profile Part II Legal WMD (BNICE) Hazard Environment
Total number of hazardous sites located in
Hazard jurisdiction
Biological
(Infectious Only)
Chemical
(Tier II)
Incendiary &
Explosive
Nuclear &
Radiological
Total
Table 2-d-4
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Profile Part III Jurisdictional Threat Environment
Total Number of PTEs
Table 2-d-5
Profile Part IV Number of WMD/Terrorism-related incidents to which the jurisdiction responded
since Jan. 1, 1998 (include the number of hoaxes in this count)? __________
Profile Part V Jurisdiction Public Health Assessment
(Information from the Performance Assessment Public Health
Emergency Preparedness, Section 2, Tab c, as referenced below)
1. What is the most recent population of the jurisdiction reported in this assessment (Ref:
Performance Assessment, second page)
________
2. Does the LPHS monitor community and health indicators which may signal
biological, chemical, and radiological incidents? (Ref: Performance Assessment, Question 1.1.1)
(YES/NO)
3. Does the LPHS have access to Masters or Doctoral level epidemiologists for
on-site consultation (Ref: Performance Assessment, Question 2.2.1)
(YES/NO)
4. Are laboratory services available to investigate emergency incidents within 4
hours of notifications? (Performance Assessment, Question 2.3.1)
(YES/NO)
a. For Biological Incidents? (Question 2.3.1.1) (YES/NO)
b. For Chemical Incidents? (Question 2.3.1.2) (YES/NO)
c. For Radiological Incidents? (Question 2.3.1.3) (YES/NO)
5. Does the LPHS have access to logistical assets to transport mass casualties within and outside of
the jurisdiction if local hospitals become filled? (Ref: Performance Assessment, Question 7.1.3)
(YES/NO)
Note: Use other information from the Threat Profile or Public Health Assessment deemed appropriate and
useful.
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Section 3
Capabilities and Needs Assessment
Brief Description of the Process:
Jurisdictions are requested to conduct a three-step WMD capabilities and needs
assessment of their emergency responders= (Fire Services, HazMat, EMS, Law
Enforcement, Public Works, and Public Health) ability to respond to a WMD incident.
The purpose of these capabilities and needs assessments is to assist jurisdictions in
identifying equipment, training, exercises, and technical assistance they need to enhance
their capability to respond to WMD incidents. It will also be used by your state in the
preparation of a three-year statewide domestic preparedness strategy, as required by the
FY 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Support Program.
There are three macro steps in this assessment process. These three steps are described
below:
STEP 1: Conduct a Arequired response capabilities@ assessment of your existing
emergency responders= capabilities based on the operational imperative of properly
equipping, training and exercising these assets to:
$ Respond to a WMD incident in a safe and effective manner and,
$ Perform emergency responder Aduties and functions@ as specified in your
jurisdiction=s emergency or WMD response plans.
$ Table 3-1, Required Response Capabilities, is provided to record the
results for this assessment
STEP 2: Conduct a Acurrent response capabilities@ assessment of your existing
emergency responders= capabilities to respond to a WMD incident, based upon existing
levels of equipment, training and exercises. Table 3-2, Current Response Capabilities,
is provided to record the results for this assessment.
STEP 3: Compare the results of your assessments of Arequired response capabilities@ in
Step 1 to your assessment of Acurrent response capabilities@ in Step 2. This comparison
will allow you to define your Aresponse needs@ (shortfalls or gaps) that must be attained
in order to enhance your jurisdiction=s capabilities to the necessary levels to respond to a
WMD incident in a safe and effective manner. Table 3-3, Current and Required Tier
Level Capabilities, is provided to record the results for this assessment.
These Aresponse needs@ (shortfalls or gaps) provide performance goals for your
emergency responders that can be translated into a three-year equipment, training, and
exercise plan needed to reach your Arequired operational capabilities@ in the year 2001.
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Assessment Aids: Five assessment aids are provided to assist you in conducting ths three-step
process. They are:
G Sample Response Capabilities for Emergency Responders (Tab a) BB provides an
example of duties and functions typically performed by emergency responders in
jurisdictional response plans.
G OJP Tier Levels (Tab b) - provides definitions of the four different levels of response
capabilities (Tiers I, II, III, and IV) of emergency response elements in a WMD incident
G Tier Level Competency Information Sheet (Tab c) B Summarizes, in bullet fashion, the
definitions of Tier Levels given in Tab b, presented in three columns: Response
Capabilities, Equipment, and Supporting Training Courses.
G FY 1999 OJP Authorized Equipment Purchase List (See Appendix E, FY 1999 State
Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program, Program Guidelines and Application
Kit)
G WMD Related Training Courses (Tab d)
The next portion of this section will guide you through the conduct of the Jurisdiction
Capabilities and Needs Assessment Process.
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STEP 1: Required Tier Level Capability Assessments
1A. Required Response Capabilities:
Using Table 3-1 below, list the required response capabilities of your emergency
responders to operate in response to a WMD incident or in a hazardous materials
emergency as required by existing jurisdiction plans and operating procedures. Use the
Sample Response Capabilities for Emergency Responders at Tab a of this section to assist
you.
Required response capabilities should address duties and functions in the following four
areas: personal protection, detection, decontamination, and communications capabilities as
well as any other key functional capabilities performed in WMD or other emergency
circumstances.
Required response capabilities are defined as those duties and functions in which
emergency responders must be proficient. The emergency responder must be able to
perform all assigned duties and functions in a safe and effective manner in a WMD
environment, according to jurisdictional emergency response plans and procedures.
Required Response Capabilities
Fire HazMat EMS Law Public Public Emergency
Services Enforcement Works Health Management
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Response _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Force _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Capabilities _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Table 3-1
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1B. Required Tier Level Capability
Using Table 3-1 you are ready to proceed to the second part of this step.
Assess the Tier Level Arequired@ of your emergency responders (Fire Service, HazMat,
EMS, Law Enforcement, Public Works, and Public Health) to respond to a WMD incident
as you have listed them in Table 3-1. Refer to the definitions of ATier Levels@ as provided
in OJP Capability Tier Levels (Tab b) and Tier Level Competency Information (Tab c).
After determining the ATier Level@ required of your respective emergency response
elements, enter an AAO@@ adjacent to that Tier Level in Table 3-3, located at the end of this
section.
The required capability Tier Levels depicted by these AAOs@ will identify and assist in the
development of jurisdictional needs for equipment, training, exercises, and other areas you
plan to attain by the end of FY 2001.
Proceed to Step 2 to assess the ACurrent Tier Level Capabilities@ of jurisdictional first
responder capabilities.
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STEP 2: Current Tier Level Capability Assessments
2A. Current Response Capabilities:
Using Table 3-2 below, assess your Acurrent@ emergency response capabilities. A sample
response capabilities assessment tool is provided in Tab a.
Capability assessments should consider the types of equipment, such as personal protection,
detection, decontamination, and communications equipment, first responders require in order to
respond to a WMD incident.
Current response capabilities are defined as those duties and functions which emergency
responders are proficient in at this time. The emergency responder must be able to perform all
these assigned duties and functions in a safe and effective manner in a WMD environment,
according to jurisdictional emergency response plans and procedures.
Current Response Capabilities.
Fire HazMat EMS Law Public Public Emergency
Services Enforcement Works Health Management
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Response _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Force _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Capabilities _________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
_________ _________ ________ ____________ _________ ________ _____________
Table 3-2
2B. Tier Level of Current Capability:
Using Table 3-2, you are ready to proceed to the second part of this step.
Determine the Acurrent@ Tier Level for emergency response (Fire Service, HazMat, EMS,
Law Enforcement, Public Works, and Public Health) to a WMD incident. Refer to (Tab
b) and (Tab c) of this section to complete your determination.
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After determining the current ATier Level@ for your respective emergency response elements,
enter an AAX@@ adjacent to that Tier Level in Table 3-3, located at the end of this section.
The current capability Tier Levels depicted by these AAXs@ will identify and assist in the
development of jurisdictional needs for equipment, training, exercises, and other areas you plan
to attain by the end of FY 2001.
The information displayed in Table 3-3 will allow jurisdictions to identify gaps in jurisdictional
response capabilities. Using this information, proceed to Step 3 to assess the AResponse Needs
(Shortfalls or Gaps) for Operating Safely and Effectively in a WMD Environment@ for
jurisdictional first responders. In this step, you will determine the needs (shortfalls or gaps) that
exist for equipment, training, exercises, and in other areas. The resulting difference between
Acurrent operating@ and Arequired operating@ capabilities should equate to gaps in equipment,
training, and exercise needs. State projections for equipment, training, exercise technical
assistance needs should incrementally, over a three-year period, address how this funding and
other program resources provided by OJP/OSLDPS, will be used to fill existing gaps.
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STEP 3: Response Needs (Shortfalls or Gaps) for Operating Safely and
Effectively in a WMD Environment
When you have response capability needs (shortfalls or gaps), refer to the Tier Level
Capability Information (Tab c) under the columns for AAssociated Equipment@ and ASupporting
Training Courses.@ Use this information as a guide in identifying your needs to enhance
response capabilities to the required levels over the three year period - FY99, FY00 and FY01.
Once equipment shortfalls (By equipment item) and training shortfalls (by course) have been
identified, calculate the quantities of equipment and training courses needed to increase tier
level response capabilities to meet required response operating capabilities in FY01.
Examples of equipment which can be funded through the OJP/OSLDPS equipment grant
program and are provided in the FY99 OJP Authorized Equipment Purchase List (See
Appendix E, FY 1999 State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program, Program
Guidelines and Application Kit). A listing of preparedness courses available to meet your
training needs for WMD is found in the Compendium of Federally Conducted WMD Courses
(Tab d).
Forms for recording the current status and projections for FY99, FY00 and FY01 for
equipment, training, exercises, and other requirements are provided in Section 5. Your
designated state agency will provide instructions on the media and format for submission of this
information to the state.
Summary
This simple three-step process should provide you with the analytical basis to develop and
justify a three-year equipment, training, and exercise plan which enhances your WMD response
capabilities.
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Current and Required Tier Level Capabilities
This form is for submission to the designated state agency
Jurisdiction:_______________________ Jurisdiction Population:________________
Prepared by:_______________________ Date:______________________________
Tier Level Fire HazMat EMS Law Public Public Emergency
Service Enforcement Works Health Management
Tier IV
Tier III
Tier II
Tier I
Table 3-3
Legend:
$ AAX@@ Current Response Capability
$ AAO@@ Required Response Capability
$ Difference between AAX@@ and AAO@@ reflect response capability needs
(shortfalls or gaps)
Form to be submitted electronically via OJP Web Page
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Sample Response Capabilities for Emergency Responders
Agency Fire HazMat EMS Law Public Public Emergency
Service Enforcement Works Health Management
Recognize Stop Leak Recognize Recognize Recognize Conduct Command
HazMat HazMat HazMat HazMat Mass Post
Situations Contain Spill Situations Situations Situations Casualty Operations
Operations
Duties & Self Consultation and Self Self Self Consultation
Functions Protection Support to Protection Protection Protection Care for and Support to
Unified Grossly Unified
Unified Command Care and Scene Unified Decontam- Command
(sample- Command Transport of Security Command inated
not an all Decontaminate Grossly De- Patients Communi-
inclusive list) Access Data own Employees contaminated Unified Consultation cations
about Material (HazMat Team) Patients Command and Support Diagnose
Involved to Unified and Treat Recognize
Decontaminate Patient Mobile Command Chemical, Potential
Access Victims Decontam- Command Biological WMD
HazMat Team ination Post Communi- and Terrorism
Operations cations Radiological Incident
Patient May Provide Triage WMD Injuries
Decontam- EMS Support for Patients Communi- Recognize
ination Own Team cations Potential Self
Immediate WMD Protection
Communi- Communications Treatment of Recognize Terrorism
cations WMD Potential Incidents Unified
Recognize Patients WMD Command
Mobile Potential WMD Terrorism
Command Terrorism Transport Incidents Consultation
Post Incidents WMD and Support
Operations Patients to Unified
Identify Command
Recognize Contaminated
Potential Area Medical
WMD Surveillance
Terrorism
Incidents Agent
Diagnosis
Communi-
cations
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Office of Justice Programs
Capability TIER Levels
Tier One (Baseline Capability Level): This category is described as the basic level of equipment and
operational capabilities that jurisdictions require to conduct certain defensive operations to perform in
a contaminated environment. This can be generally defined as "Basic HazMat Equipment Capability
Level." This level will be evidenced by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA 29
CFR 1910.120 levels) certification, which agencies must meet to operate in hazardous environments,
and by the certification, which agencies must meet to operate in hazardous environments, and by the
status of current operations-level training. In these instances, applicants should know when to take self-
protective measures and when to take steps to protect the general population from further
contamination. The ability to make on-scene assessments and call for mutual aid, as needed, is also
consistent with the requirements at this tier level.
Tier Two (Hazardous Materials Operations Capability Level): In addition to meeting the
requirements set forth in Tier One, the Tier Two level will require the applicant to meet a hazardous
materials equipment capability need, and to have the requisite personnel trained and certified in
accordance with OSHA. This can be generally defined as a "Modest Increase in HazMat Equipment
Capability Level." This level will usually involve equipment needed for hazardous materials teams that
are appropriately trained for using personal protective equipment (PPE) and are highly competent in
using advanced personal protective measures and hazard mitigation techniques. They will have the
ability to implement evacuation measures, use decontamination and basic detection equipment,
perform basic life support functions, and be able to recognize and preserve crime scene functions. This
level will also require teams/individuals to know how to operate in a unified command environment.
Tier Three (Technicians Capability Level): This can be generally defined as a "Moderate Increase in
HazMat Equipment Capability Level." Applicants will have achieved the capabilities set forth in each
of the previous two tier levels and meet or surpass the standards associated with Tier Three. As such,
emergency responders will have the necessary equipment and have advanced knowledge of operations
to carry out personal protective measures, initiate advanced detection and monitoring techniques,
demonstrate a capability to establish mass casualty decontamination systems, provide medical triage,
and set up a transport system for definitive medical care. Applicants will also have the ability to use
safe sampling techniques in contaminated areas and sufficient levels of expertise to conduct hazard
mitigation operations in contaminated areas.
Tier Four (Advanced Operations and Technicians Capability Level): This can be generally defined
as a "High Level of HazMat Equipment Capability Level." Applicants who have met or surpassed the
equipment requirements associated with the capabilities found in Tiers One, Two, and Three will meet
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or surpass all emergency response equipment requirements for their jurisdiction. In this case, states can
then request equipment that may give them an added level of capability that would allow them to
operate unhindered without equipment shortfalls in any number of environments affected by weapons
of mass destruction (i.e., chemical, biological, and improvised explosive and incendiary devices).
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Tier Level Competency Information
Instructions: Use these general guidelines to establish your current and potential Tier Levels.
Response Capability Associated Equipment Supporting Training
Courses
Tier IV Tier III competency plus: * High Level Equipment * Specialist level HazMat
(Specialized * Ability to operate unhindered by * Advanced detection * Specialist level Physician,
Capability) equipment shortfalls in any * Computer database references Nurse, and Public Health
contaminated environment * Computer programming for
detection equipment
* Responder protected detection
equipment
Tier III Tier II competency plus: * Moderate Increase Level * Technician Level
(Technician * Advanced knowledge of Equipment HazMat
Capability) operations * Level A, B, & C PPE * Selected EMS personnel
* Initial detection and * Selected Physician,
monitoring Nurse, and Public Heath
* Establish mass casualty personnel
response/treatment systems
* Establish transport for mass
causalities
* Conduct safe sampling
procedures in contaminated
environment
Tier II Tier I competency plus: * Modest Increase Level * Tactical Emergency
(Operators * Operate with HazMat teams Equipment Medical Service
Capability) * Advanced PPE measures * Level B & C PPE Operations
* Implement evacuation plans * Self-Contained Breathing * Operations Level B
* Use decontamination and basic Apparatus Selected Fire, HazMat,
detection equipment EMS, Law, Public
Works, and Public
Health
Tier I * Conduct defensive operations * Terrorism Awareness
(Basic in a contaminated environment Course
Defensive * Self protective measures * Awareness Level B All
Capability) * Protect general population disciplines
from further contamination
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Compendium of Federally Conducted
WMD Courses
This US ARMY Soldier and Biological Chemical Command (SBCCOM) has compiled a compendium of
courses to inform state and local agencies of federal training that is available in the area of weapons of
mass destruction (WMD). This compendium is maintained in its entirety on SBCCOM's Domestic
Preparedness website: http://dp/sbccom.army.mil/fr/compendium/.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's website for the Rapid Response Information System
(RRIS) (www.rris.fema.gov/) also contains an abbreviated compilation of the Federal Training Courses
listed in SBCCOM's compendium. These courses, directed for focus on counter-terrorism, have been
organized into the following subject areas:
* NBC Counter-Terrorism Training
* General Counter-Terrorism Training
* Counter-Terrorism Training NBC Domestic Preparedness Training: Radiological
* Counter-Terrorism Training: Chemical and biological Medical Training for NBC Incidents
Below is an extract of titles of federally sponsored weapons of mass destruction (WMD) courses:
Department of Defense
* Biological Warfare and Terrorism: The Medical and Public Health Response
* Chemical/Biological Countermeasures Training (CBCT)
* Community Response Emergency Simulation Training (CREST)
* Field Management of Chemical and Biological Casualties
* Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation (MEIR)
* Medical Management of Biological Casualties
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Basic Awareness (Employee)
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Incident Command Course
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Responder Awareness Course
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Responder Operations Course
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Senior Officials' Workshop
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Technician Emergency Medical Services Course
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Technician HazMat Course
* NBC Domestic Preparedness Training Technician Hospital Provider Course
* Operational Radiation Safety
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* Preparing for and Managing the Consequences of Terrorism
* Radiological Accident Command Control and Coordination (RAC3)
* Radiological Emergency Team Operations (RETOPS)
* Radiological Hazards Training Course
* Toxic Aid Automatic Training
* Toxic Chemical Training for Medical Support Personnel
Department of Energy (DOE)
* ALARA for Design and Operations Engineers Instructor Manual
* Applied Health Physics
* Crisis Management Program for Senior Officials
* Handling of Radiation Accidents by Emergency Personnel
* Hazardous Materials Incident Response Operations (HAZWOPER)
* Health Physics for the Industrial Hygienist
* Health Physics in Radiation Accidents
* Introduction to Radiation Safety
* Medical Planning and Care in Radiation Accidents
* Occupational Health in Nuclear Facilities
* Radioactive Material Basics for Emergency Responders
* Radiological Emergency Response
* Transportation Public Information Training
Emergency Management Institute (EMI)
* Advanced Radiation Incident Operations (ARIO)
* Consequences of Terrorism, Integrated Emergency Management Course
* Emergency Response to Criminal/Terrorist Incidents
* Exercise Design Course
* Exercise Evaluation Course
* Fundamentals Course for Radiological Monitors
* Fundamentals Course for Radiological Response Teams
* Incident Command System/Emergency Operations Center (ICS/EOC) Interface
* Incident Command System for Law Enforcement Agencies
* Incident Command System for Public Works
* Mass Fatalities Incident Course
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* Radiological Emergency Response Operations (RERO)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
* Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP)
* Agent Characteristics and Toxicology First Aid and Special Treatment (ACTFAST) and Use of Auto-
Injectors
* An Introduction to Protective Action Decision Making
* Chemical Accident/Incident Response & Assistance
* Chemical Hazard Prediction
* Chemical Hazard Prediction for Decision Makers
* Chemical Stockpile Agent Characteristics
* CSEPP Chemical Awareness
* Emergency Management Information Systems (EMIS)
* Emergency Planner's Companion
* How Do I Know?
* Limited Exposure
* Management of Chemical Warfare Injuries
* Personal Protective Equipment
* Response Phase Decontamination for CSEPP
* Technical Planning and Evaluation
* Use of Auto-Injectors by Civilian Emergency Medical Personnel to Treat Civilians Exposed to Nerve
Agent
National Fire Academy (NFA)
* Advanced Life Support Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents
* Basic Life Support and Hazardous Materials Response
* Chemistry of Hazardous Materials
* Command and Control of Fire Department Operations at Target Hazards
* Command and Control of Operations at Natural & Man-Made Disasters
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Incident Management
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Self-Study
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations Company Officer
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations Emergency Medical Services
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* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Tactical Considerations Hazardous Materials
* Hazardous Materials Incident Management
* Hazardous Materials Operating Site Practices
* Incident Command System for Emergency Medical Services
Environmental Protection Agency
* Air Monitoring for Hazardous Materials (165.4)
* Designs for Air Impact Assessments at Hazardous Waste Sites
* Emergency Response to Hazardous Material Incidents
* Hazardous Material Incident Response Operations (165.5)
* Health and Safety Plan Workshop (165.12)
* Incident Command/Unified Command for On-Scene Coordinators Radiation Safety at Superfund Sites
Department of Justice/Office of Justice Programs (DOJ/OJP)
* Basic Course for Bomb Technicians
* COBRA, WMD Hazardous Material Technician Training Course
* COBRA, WMD Incident Commander Training Course
* COBRA, WMD Responder Training
* Emergency Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts
* Weapons of Mass Destruction Bomb Technicians Emergency Actions Course
* Law Enforcement Response to WMD Incidents: Basic Awareness
* Terrorism Awareness for Emergency First Responders: Internet
* Awareness for Public Works
* WMD: Operations
* EMS Operations and Planning for WMD
* EMS Tactical Operations for WMD
* WMD: Biological Agents
* WMD: Chemical Agents
* WMD: Nuclear and Radiological
* WMD: Explosives and Incendiaries
* WMD: Incident Management/Unified Command
* WMD: Incident Management/Incident Operations
* WMD Threat and Risk Assessment
* WMD Planning and Consequences for Public Works
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Department of Transportation (DOT)
* First Responder Training Workshop: Public Transportation Chemical, Biological and Nuclear Incidents
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Section 4
Jurisdiction Prioritization Matrix
State:_______________________________ State Population:_______________________
Prepared by:_________________________ Date:_________________________________
Instructions: Based upon the risk, capabilities, and needs assessments provided by the jurisdictions,
prioritize all the participating jurisdictions within the state according to need. The jurisdiction with the
highest priority should be listed first and others should follow in descending order of need. This
information will be electronically submitted with the Three-Year Statewide Domestic Preparedness
Strategy.
Ranking Jurisdiction Population
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Section 5
Three-Year Projection Forms
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Three-Year Projection BB Equipment
State/Jurisdiction:______________________ State/Jurisdiction Population: __________
Prepared by:___________________________ Date:____________________________________
Note: Submit information electronically via the OJP Web Page.
Instructions: These forms are to be used by the state. They are required to be submitted to OSLDPS with the statewide domestic preparedness strategy.
They can also be used by the jurisdiction for input to the state.
STATE: First, based upon jurisdictional assessments, provide a current status roll-up of on-hand/on-order equipment, by discipline. This is information
derived from the rolling-up of the jurisdictions= AQuantity (CUR)@ submission on the AACurrent/Required Status of Equipment@@ (matrix on following
page), e.g., SCBA 754/_____. Equipment acquired through the FY 1999 County and Municipal Agency Domestic Preparedness Equipment Support
Program is part of this current status. Second, develop a state roll-up of all types and quantities of equipment, by discipline, required to fulfill the
jurisdictions= response plan requirements as found in the jurisdictions= submissions of AQuantity (REQ)@ on the AACurrent/Required Status of
Equipment@@ (matrix on the following page), e.g., SCBA 754/1900. Third, project the shortfall or gap in equipment, by discipline, and program the
acquisition request over the funding years FY 99, FY 00, and FY 01 (use the example matrix for equipment projections on the last page of this Tab,
Equipment Projections for FY _____). Complete one matrix per fiscal year.
JURISDICTION: First provide a current status of on-hand/on-order equipment, by discipline. This is information derived from the AACurrent Response
Capabilities@@ matrix, Section 2, Table 3-2 in the jurisdictional Capabilities and Needs Assessment (Section 2). Enter this information in the box for each
Equipment Type designating AQuantity (CUR)@ for the on-hand or on-order current equipment amount on the AACurrent/Required Status of Equipment@@
(matrix on the following page), e.g., SCBA, 10/_____. Include equipment acquired through the FY 1999 County and Municipal Agency Domestic
Preparedness Equipment Support Program as part of this current status. Second, develop a list of all types and quantities of equipment, by discipline,
required to fulfill the jurisdiction=s response plan requirements and record this AQuantity (REQ)@ under the appropriate Equipment Type on the
AACurrent/Required Status of Equipment@@ matrix (on the following page) e.g., SCBA, 10/25. This is information derived from the ARequired Response
Capabilities@ matrix, Section 2, Table 3-1. Third, project the shortfalls or gaps in equipment, by discipline, and program these needs over the funding
years FY 99, FY 00, and FY 01 (use the example matrix for equipment projections on the last page of this Tab, Equipment Projections for FY _____).
Complete one matrix per fiscal year.
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CURRENT/REQUIRED STATUS OF EQUIPMENT
Fire Law Public Health Emergency
Category Service HazMat EMS Enforcement Public Works Management
PPE
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
CB DETECTION
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
CB DECON
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
COMMO
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
Equipment Type/
Quantity (CUR/REQ) / / / / / / /
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EQUIPMENT PROJECTIONS FOR FY ___
Categories Fire Service HazMat EMS Law Public Works Public Health Emergency
Enforcement Management
PPE
Equipment Type
Quantity
Unit Price
Total Cost
CB DETECTION
Equipment Type
Quantity
Unit Price
Total Cost
CB DECON
Equipment Type
Quantity
Unit Price
Total Cost
COMMO
Equipment Type
Quantity
Unit Price
Total Cost
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THREE-YEAR PROJECTION TRAINING
State/Jurisdiction: _________________________ State/Jurisdiction Population: ______________
Prepared by: _____________________________ Date:__________________________________
Note: Submit information electronically via OJP home page.
Instructions: These forms are to be used by the state. They are required to be submitted to OSLDPS with the statewide domestic preparedness strategy.
They can also be used by the jurisdiction for input to the state.
STATE: First, based upon jurisdictional assessments, provide a current status roll-up of training, by discipline. This is information derived from rolling-
up the jurisdictions= ANumber Trained@ entries for each training level on their ACurrent/Required Status of Training@ submissions (Matrix on the
following page). Second, develop a state roll-up of the jurisdictions= ANumber Requiring Training@ entries for each training level on the jurisdictions=
ACurrent/Required Status of Training@ submissions (Matrix on the following page). Third, calculate the shortfall or gap in training, by discipline, and
program requests for training to include the course name desired over the funding years FY99, FY00, and FY01 (Use the example matrix for training
projections on the last page of this Tab, Training Projections for FY___). Complete one projection matrix per fiscal year.
JURISDICTION: First, provide a current status roll-up of training, by discipline. This is information derived from the ACurrent Response
Capabilities@ matrix, Section 2, Table 3-2 in the jurisdictional ACapabilities and Needs Assessments (Section 2). Enter this information in the ANumber
Trained@ row for each discipline on the ACurrent/Required Status of Training@ submission (Matrix on the following page). Second, subtract the
ANumber Trained@ from the ANumber in Discipline that should be trained@ at each competency level to determine the jurisdiction=s ANumber Requiring
Training@ for each training level on the jurisdiction=s ACurrent/Required Status of Training@ submissions (Matrix on the following page). Use the
above information with the information derived from the ARequired Response Capabilities@ matrix, Section 2, Table 3-1. Third, calculate the shortfall
or gap in training, by discipline, and program requests for training to include the course name desired over the funding years FY99, FY00, and FY01
(Use the example matrix for training projections on the last page of this Tab, Training Projections for FY___). Complete one projection matrix per
fiscal year.
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CURRENT/REQUIRED STATUS OF TRAINING
Fire Service Law Emergency
Category HazMat EMS Enforcement Public Works Public Health Management
Awareness
Number in
Discipline at
Awareness Level
Number Trained
Number Requiring
Training
Operations
Number in
Discipline at
Operations Level
Number Trained
Number Requiring
Training
Technician
Number in
Discipline at
Technician Level
Number Trained
Number Requiring
Training
Incident Command
Number in
Discipline at
Command Level
Number Trained
Number Requiring
Training
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TRAINING PROJECTIONS FOR FY ____
Category Fire Service HazMat EMS Law Public Works Public Health Emergency
Enforcement Management
Awareness
Course Name
Students
Delivered by
Delivery Location
Course Cost
Operations
Course Name
Students
Delivered By
Delivery Location
Course Cost
Technician
Course Name
Students
Delivered By
Delivery Location
Course Cost
Incident
Command
Course Name
Students
Delivered By
Delivery Location
Course Cost
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Section 5, Tab c
Three-Year Projection Exercises
State/Jurisdiction:_____________ State/Jurisdiction Population: _____________
Prepared by:_________________ Date: ______________________________
Note: submit information electronically via OJP Web Page.
Instructions: These forms are to be used by the state. They are required to be submitted to OSLDPS with the statewide domestic preparedness strategy.
They can also be used by the jurisdiction for input to the state.
STATE: The first form on the next page is used as the format for the "Current Status of Exercises" and also as the format for the "Required Status of
Exercises." First, based upon jurisdictional assessments, provide a current status roll-up of scheduled and funded exercises in the format shown on the
top chart on the following page (Current Status of Exercises). This is information derived from rolling-up the jurisdictions' "Current Status of
Exercises" submissions. Second, develop a state roll-up of exercises required to fulfill the jurisdictions' response plan requirements as found in the
jurisdictions submissions of the "Required Status of Exercises" (Use the first chart on the following page as the format). Third, project the shortfall or
gap in exercises and program the exercise requested over the funding years FY99, FY00, FY01 (Use the second example matrix on the next page of this
Tab, Training Projections for FY__). Complete one projection matrix per fiscal year.
JURISDICTION: The first form on the next page is used as the format for the "Current Status of Exercises" and as the format for the "Required
Status of Exercises." First, provide a current status of scheduled and funded exercises in the format shown on the top chart on the following page
(Current Status of Exercises). This is information derived from the "Current Response Capabilities" matrix, Section 2, Table 3-2 in the
jurisdictional Capabilities and Needs Assessments (Section 2). Second, develop a list of exercises required to fulfill the jurisdictions' response plan
requirements and record this information on the "Required Status of Exercises" matrix (Use the first chart on the next page as the format). Third,
project the shortfall or gap in exercises and program the exercise requested over the finding years FY99, FY00, FY01 (Use the second example matrix on
the next page of this Tab, Training Projections for FY__). Complete on projection matrix per fiscal year.
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CURRENT STATUS/REQUIRED STATUS OF EXERCISES
Participating Disciplines
Number of
Jurisdiction Type of
Exercise Participants Date Cost Fire HAZ EMS LEA PW PH EMA
Hazard
COMMENTS:
EXERCISE PROJECTIONS FOR FY__
Participating Disciplines
Type of Number of Date Cost
Jurisdiction Exercise Hazard Participants Fire HAZ EMS LEA PW PH EMA
COMMENTS:
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INSTRUCTIONS:
1. States: List the jurisdiction conducting the exercise and/or state agency responsible for conducting the exercise.
2. Type of Exercise: TT Tabletop Exercise
CPX Command Post or Staff only Exercise
FTX Functional Training Exercise
Func Functional Exercise
3. Hazard: B Biological
N Nuclear/Radiological
I Incendiary
C Chemical
E Explosive
4. Number of Participants: Enter the total or estimated total participation for the exercise.
5. Date: Enter the date or projected date of the exercise.
6. Cost: Enter the cost or estimated cost for the exercise (for purposes of federal funding).
7. Participating Disciplines: Enter the disciplines that will be participating in the discipline
8. Comments: Enter any pertinent comments on the exercise. Use this to indicate agencies external to the jurisdiction that will be
participating in the exercise.
NOTE: Legend for Matrix: Fire Fire Service, HAZ HazMat, EMS Emergency Medical Services, LEA Law Enforcement Agencies, PW
Public Works, PH Public Health, EMA Emergency Management Agencies
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Section 5, Tab d
Technical Assistance Projections
State/Jurisdiction: _________________ State/Jurisdiction Population: ______________
Prepared by: ______________________ Date: ___________________________________
Note: Submit information electronically via OJP Web Page.
Instructions: Technical Assistance (TA) is the direct assistance to state and local jurisdictions to
improve capabilities for program development, planning, and operational performance related to
response to WMD terrorism incidents. These forms are to be used for state roll-up and submission to
OSLDPS with the statewide domestic preparedness strategy. They can also be used by the
jurisdiction for input to the state. The main types of TA are: Develop/Update Response Plans,
Develop/Sustain Three-year Strategy, Identify additional Available Resources, Conduct Risk and
Needs Assessments, Identify Latest Technology/Training, Develop Standardized Equipment List,
Training on Maintenance and Use of Equipment, Develop Response Protocols, and assist with
Emergency Services Organizational Assessments.
STATE: First, based on jurisdictional projections, provide a current status roll-up of scheduled and
funded TA in the format shown on the first chart on the following page (Current Status of
Technical Assistance).,. Second, based on jurisdictional projections, provide a required status roll-
up of TA in the format shown on the second chart on the following page (Required Status of
Technical Assistance). Third, project the shortfall or gap between "current" and "required" TA.
This forms the basis for state three-year projections in TA. Project TA requirements for funding
years FY 99, FY 00, and FY 01 (use the last chart on the following page, Technical Assistance
Projections for FY__). Complete one projection matrix per fiscal year. Using jurisdictional
assessment information, provide the names of the jurisdiction that will use the requested TA.
JURISDICTION: First, identify your "current status" of TA (that TA already scheduled and
funded) within the jurisdiction using the first form on the following page (Current Status of
Technical Assistance). This is information developed from the "Current Response Capabilities"
assessment, Section 2, Table 3-2. Second, identify the types of TA necessary for the performance of
tasks required in jurisdictional response plans and procedures. This is information developed from
the "Required Response Capabilities" assessment, Section 2, Table 3-1. Enter this on the middle
chart on the following page, Required Status of Technical Assistance). Third, the shortfall or gap
between "current" and "required" TA is the basis for the jurisdictional three-year projection. Project
the TA requested over the funding years FY 99, FY 00, and FY 01. Complete one projection matrix,
Technical Assistance for FY__, per fiscal year.
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CURRENT STATUS OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
TECHNICAL
TYPE OF/PURPOSE FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
JURISDICTION ASSISTANCE
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING
PROVIDER SOURCE
REQUIRED STATUS OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
JURISDICTION TYPE OF/PURPOSE FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROJECTIONS FOR FY __
JURISDICTION TYPE OF/PURPOSE FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
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Section 6
Additional Training Information
State/Jurisdiction: ________________ State/Jurisdiction Population: _________
Prepared By: _____________________ Date: ______________________________
1. What type of training media is your state/jurisdiction capable of supporting?
Computer-Based Training Software Computer Training, CD-ROM Based
Internet Training Training Manuals and Slides
Satellite/Cable Broadcast Training ______ Videotape Training
Video Teleconferencing ______ Other
2. What type of infrastructure do you have for responder training?
Local Academy Training _______
State Training Academy (State Only) _______
University/Comm. College Program (identify institution)
Training Program (identify organization)
Federal Training Program (identify program)
3. List any WMD-specific equipment that you must acquire that requires specialized training.
4. List the number of personnel in your state for each of the following responder groups.
Bomb Technician Police Officer Public Works Personnel
EMS Personnel Firefighter _____ Nurses
HazMat Tech _____ Physician _____ Public Health
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Section 7
Emergency Response Team Survey
Jurisdiction/State:_______________ Jurisdiction/State Population:_______________
Prepared by:____________________ Date:____________________________________
Instructions: The included forms are to be used by the state to roll-up jurisdiction Current
Emergency Response Team Capability (first form) for the state and the jurisdictions to record
Current Emergency Response Team Capability input for the state (second form).
STATE: The following information is requested to determine the number and composition of
emergency response teams within your state. This information is a compilation of jurisdiction
assessments plus those assets that you may have at state-level that are not included in the
jurisdictions= submissions. Please list the number of teams, the number of personnel currently
working in the state, and jurisdictions without any support by type on the State Current
Capabilities form. Submit this information electronically.
JURISDICTION: Please list the number of teams and the number of personnel currently working
on the listed emergency response teams in your jurisdiction on the Jurisdiction Current
Capabilities form. Do not list state-level assets on this form. If you do not have a team current
capability listed in column 2, indicate if you have mutual aid or state-dedicated coverage in column
4. Column 4 is intended to show shortfalls in coverage in the jurisdiction for these type teams.
Submit this information electronically.
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State:________________________
STATE CURRENT CAPABILITIES
State Level Jurisdiction-Level
Number of Jurisdictions _____
Type Number Personnel Mutual Aid Number Personnel Jurisdictions
of Agreement of Not
Teams (Yes/No)1 Teams Provided
Support2
HazMat
SWAT
Bomb
Squads
EMS
US&R
Heavy
US&R
NG-CSD
Other
1Refers to mutual aid agreements among states not reflected in jurisdiction information.
2Refers to jurisdictions without capability and without mutual aid or state coverage.
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State: ____________________________ Jurisdiction: ________________________
JURISDICTION CURRENT CAPABILITIES
Number of Personnel Coverage by a
Teams Mutual Aid
Agreement
(Yes/No)
HazMat
SWAT
Bomb Squads
EMS
US&R
Heavy US&R
(Other)
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Section 8
Recommendations for State and Local Response to
WMD Terrorism Incidents
State/ State/
Jurisdiction: ______________________ Jurisdiction Population: ______________
Prepared by: ______________________ Date: ______________________________
Please outline recommendations on Federal level or multi-level (Federal, state, and local)
cooperative activities which should be implemented, enhanced, or changed to assist the
domestic preparedness efforts in the state/jurisdiction. Include: 1) recommendations that will
assist OJP with its R&D efforts to enhance emergency first responder capabilities; 2) any
other recommendations that will assist OSLDPS with its equipment, training, and exercise
programs. These recommendations will be provided to the Office of State and Local
Domestic Preparedness Support (OSLDPS), Office of Justice Programs (OJP) for
consideration in the development of the National Domestic Preparedness Strategy.
Note: Record recommendations with supporting justification narrative below.
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Section 9
Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy
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Three-Year Statewide Domestic Preparedness
Strategy Format
I. Address Jurisdiction Identification and Coordination Issues
(See Paragraph III A and B, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application Kit)
II. Statement of the Problem
(See Paragraph III C, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application Kit)
III. Current Capabilities and Needs
(See Paragraphs III D, E, F and G, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application
Kit)
A. Equipment Priorities
1. Statement of Current Response Capabilities
2. Projection of Required Response Capabilities
3. Impact of going from Current to Required Response Capabilities
B. Training Priorities
1. Statement of Current Training Levels
2. Projection of Required Training Levels
3. Impact of going from Current to Required Training Levels
C. Exercise Priorities
1. Statement of Current Exercise Programs
2. Projection of Required Exercise Programs
3. Impact of going from Current to Required Exercise Programs
D. Technical Assistance Priorities
1. Statement of Current Technical Assistance Status
2. Projection of Required Technical Assistance Requests
3. Impact of going from Current to Required Technical Assistance
E. Research and Development
1. Statement of Current Research and Development Status
2. Projection of Required Research and Development Requests
3. Impact of going from Current to Required Research and Development
IV. Goals and Objectives
(See Paragraph III H, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application Kit)
(Format for Goals and Objectives is at Section 9, Tab b)
V. Evaluation Plan for the Three-year Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy
(See Paragraph V, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application Kit)
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Three-year Statewide Domestic Preparedness Strategy Matrix
(See Paragraph III H, Appendix C, Program Guidelines and Application Kit)
GOALS OBJECTIVES IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
I. A. 1.
2.
3.
1.
B. 2.
II. A. 1.
2.
B. 1.
2.
3.
III. A. 1.
2.
B. 1.
2.
C. 1.
2.
3.
4.
IV. A. 1.
2.
B. 1.
2.
3.
A Tool to Assist with Plan Development
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Glossary
Acronyms
AAR After Action Report
APHL Agency for Public Health Laboratories
ATSDR Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
ASTHO Association for State and Territorial Health Officials
CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CPX Command Post Exercise
CSTE Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
CT Counter-Terrorism
DOD Department of Defense
DOJ Department of Justice
EFR Emergency First Responder
EMAC Emergency Medical Assistance Compact
EMS Emergency Medical Services
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FBI Federal Bureau of Investigation
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
FOIA Freedom of Information Act
FTX Functional Training Exercise
HAZMAT Hazardous Materials
ICDDC Interstate Civil Defense and Disaster Compact
JTTF Joint Terrorism Task Force
JTWG Joint Terrorism Working Group
LPHA Local Public Health Agency
LPHS Local Public Health System
NACCHO National Association for County and City Health Officials
NDPO National Domestic Preparedness Office
OES Office of Emergency Services
OSLDPS Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support
OJP Office of Justice Programs
PHS Public Health Service
PTE Potential Threat Element
SAA State Administrative Agency
SEL Standardized Equipment List
SWAT Special Weapons and Tactics
TEA Threat Environment Assessment
US&R Urban Search and Rescue
WMD Weapons of Mass Destruction
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Glossary (Cont.)
Definitions
Assessment: The evaluation and interpretation of measurements another information to provide a basis for decision-
making.
Consequence Management: Measures to protect public health and safety, restore essential government services, and
produce emergency relief to governments, business, and individuals affected by the consequences of terrorism.
Critical Assets: Those assets essential to the minimum operations of the economy and government, and ensure the
general public health and safety.
Domestic Terrorism: Involves groups or individuals who are based and operate widely within the United States and
are directed at elements of our government or population without foreign direction.
First Responder: Local police, fire, and emergency medical personnel who first arrive on the scene of an incident and
take action to save lives, protect property, and meet basic human needs.
Jurisdiction: Typically counties and cities within a state, but states may elect to define differently in order to
facilitate their assessment process. (State-specific definition other than counties or cities should be specified.) The
responsible entity for providing coordinated responses to a WMD terrorist incident.
Potential Threat Element (PTE): Any group or individual about whom there are allegations or information indicating
a possibility of the unlawful use of force or violence, specifically the utilization of a Weapon of Mass Destruction,
against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in
furtherance of a specific motivation or goal, possibly political or social in nature.
Technical Assistance: The provisioning of direct assistance to states and local jurisdictions to improve capabilities
for program development, planning, and operational performances related to responses to WMD terrorist incidents.
Terrorism: The unlawful use of force or violence committed by an individual or group of individuals against persons
or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of
political or social objectives.
Weapon of Mass Destruction (WMD): Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas, bomb, grenade, rocket having a
propellant charge or more than four ounces, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than one-
quarter ounce, mine or device similar to the above; poison gas; any weapon involving a disease organism; or any
weapon that is designed to release radiation or radioactivity at a level dangerous to human life.
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