365 - Hazardous Devices (2 of 3) Flashcards
If the scene is to be searched, the on scene supervisor shall establish a temporary command post _____, _____ and _____ from the scene when the terrain and situation allows, and organize search teams.
upwind,
uphill and
at least 1,000 feet
All communications should take place at _____
the command post.
No communications will take place over any _____ within 1,000 feet of the area where a suspected device or area of search is located.
electronic device, which would emit an electrical or radio frequency impulse (i.e., radios, cellular telephones, or Mobile Data Computer [MDC])
Suspected Device Searches: Officers assigned to perimeter positions should keep their portable radios on in order to receive instructions, but _____
will refrain from transmitting.
Search team members will _____ after completion of the search, whether a device or suspected device is located or not.
return to the command post
If the scene is to be evacuated during the search:
(1) The persons being evacuated will proceed to a location of at least _____ from the scene, regardless of protective barricade.
(2) Notify the _____ of the exact location of the evacuees.
1,000 feet
dispatcher
Use of JSO Explosive Canine Units for searches will be at the _____ discretion and will be coordinated with the _____.
on scene supervisors
Explosive Canine handlers
Explosive Canines will not be used to check or verify _____ or _____.
located devices or suspicious packages
At the conclusion of all searches, the on scene supervisor will notify the _____ and _____ of the results of the search.
victim’s representative in authority and
the PECO Supervisor
If no device is found DO NOT STATE “THERE IS NO BOMB;” only state _____
the search did not reveal one.
If the threat is to a Duval County Public School and an officer from the School Board Police Department is present, the _______ will assume responsibility for generating the report.
School Board Police Department
If the threat is to a Duval County Public School after school hours, officers will ensure the following:
a. Request the Investigative Dispatcher call the _____ who will make further notifications;
b. Request a _____ to respond to the scene so the building(s) may be searched; or
c. The School Board Police Department will be instructed to route their report to the _____ and _____
School Board Police Department,
School Board Police Officer
JSO’s
“Homeland Security Unit” and “Intelligence Unit.”
An officer will not disturb or attempt to move any _____, _____, _____, _____, _____ or _____ under any circumstances.
explosive, incendiary, military, or any other threat, suspected item, or any hazardous
The minimum evacuation distance will be _____ with or without a protective barricade.
1,000 feet
The _____ at the scene shall consult with the responding _______ on the establishment of a preliminary _____ within the perimeter.
watch commander
Hazardous Devices Unit Supervisor
Hazardous Devices Unit operational area
No one will be allowed inside the evacuation perimeter until the device is RSP’d by the _____
Hazardous Devices Unit.
The Hazardous Devices Unit Supervisor will notify the _____ when it is safe to enter the evacuation perimeter.
watch commander
If the suspected item or hazardous device is a Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) it may be necessary to _____
significantly expand the perimeter.
The _______ will advise the watch commander on the recommended distance after evaluation of the scene.
Hazardous Devices Unit Supervisor
If the suspect item, or hazardous device is a Maritime Improvised Explosive Device (MIED), all persons in the water and boats must be evacuated at a minimum of _____
1,000.
The hazard associated with a MIED is the underwater blast _____ and _____. It is significantly greater _____ than _____ the water.
wave and overpressure
underwater than above
If the suspect item or hazardous device is an IND, RDD or RED device it may also be necessary to _____
significantly expand the perimeter.
All suspected items, including devices, which are military in origin, will be handled by the _____
Hazardous Devices Unit.
If a military Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team is needed for assistance, it will be requested by the _____
Hazardous Devices Unit supervisor.
If the suspected item or hazardous device is to be transported by the Sheriff’s Office Hazardous Devices Unit to a remote location to be RSP’d, _____
an escort will be provided by marked patrol vehicles.
After the scene is cleared and it can be released by investigating authorities, the _____ will ensure the owner or agent is notified to secure the location, if applicable.
watch commander
The investigating officer will document the circumstances and measures taken on a General
Offense Report entitled either “Information” or under the appropriate offense, utilizing guidance from the _____ where needed.
Hazardous Devices Unit Supervisor
If the threat or suspect item is RSP’d, no explosive material is found or it is not a “Hoax” device, the suspect item will be _____ for follow-up
turned over to patrol
If the suspect item or hazardous device is RSP’d and explosive material is found, the device and contents will be processed by the _____ and _____
Hazardous Devices Unit and a Crime Scene Detective.
_____ will be responsible for the follow-up investigation where explosive material is found or where suspect information may exist.
Intelligence Unit
If the blast is the result of a detonation from an IED, the following should be considered:
a. The first officer(s) to arrive should focus on _____, _____, _____ and _____ to the PECO and other responding resources.
a. containing the scene, and reporting observations, casualties and conditions
If the blast is the result of a detonation from an IED, the following should be considered:
b. After life safety measures have been implemented, officers should note the location of debris and potential fragments from the blast and establish an inner perimeter at least _____ wider than the debris located furthest from the seat of the blast of the blast
50 percent
(e.g., debris located 200 feet from the epicenter would require an inner perimeter no less than 300 feet from the epicenter).
The _____ will have complete authority over the inner perimeter until it is determined that no other threats are present and will coordinate all evidence collection and follow-up investigations with local, state and federal partners.
Hazardous Devices Unit
After the scene can be released by investigating authorities, the _____ will ensure the owner or agent is notified to secure the location, if applicable.
watch commander
In addition to blast effects common to a conventional explosion, detonation of an IND will generate _____, _____ and _____ that may disrupt local communications and electronic equipment.
extreme heat and fire,
a potentially lethal radiation pulse, and
an electromagnetic pulse
IND or RDD: Soil and dust at and near the scene of the explosion may contain _____
significant radioactive contaminants.
IND or RDD: A second or subsequent Hot Zones of contamination may develop as _____
fallout settles.
Radiation exposure to first responders can be kept to a minimum by avoiding external and internal contamination as much as possible by:
(1) Minimizing the _____ in a field of radiation;
(2) Maximizing the _____ from the source of radiation;
(3) Maximizing the _____ between the responder and the source of radiation; and
(4) Utilizing available _____ to escape the contaminated atmosphere and attempting to avoid inhalation of airborne contaminants.
time
distance
amount of shielding
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
If the incident is a potential act of terrorism, it also
becomes a crime scene. By Federal Law, _____ is the lead investigating agency for all terrorist incidents.
the FBI
In the event of a suspected CBRNE release, responding officers should remain _____ and never approach the _____ of the suspected release site. This includes refraining from _____ of injured or ill persons.
upwind
immediate proximity
rescue attempts
If outside, approach or evacuate _____ of the suspected contaminated area.
upwind
CBRNE: Notify the PECO and responding officers immediately, advising the location of the suspected release and, if known, the _____, _____ and _____ and Command Post upwind, uphill and at least _____ from the outside of the suspected contaminated area; and
wind direction, weather conditions and a recommended rally point
1000 feet
CBRNE: Establish a separate evacuation location for _____ and _____ people.
contaminated and non-contaminated
The _____, through the PECO supervisor, will further ensure that _____ are notified due to the potential influx of injured or exposed persons arriving by JFRD personnel and “walking wounded” who have left the scene on their own.
watch commander
local hospitals
Once the _____ or ______ has arrived, the watch commander should consult with them on the establishment of a safe perimeter and the boundaries of Hot, Warm and Cold Zones.
JFRD HAZMAT Team and/or Hazardous Devices Unit
Once the JFRD HAZMAT Team and/or Hazardous Devices Unit has arrived, further evacuations should be coordinated with the _____.
JFRD HAZMAT Team
No one will be allowed inside the _____ except JFRD HAZMAT and/or Hazardous Devices Unit Technicians until JFRD HAZMAT advises that it is safe to enter the
perimeter.
Warm Zone
_____ will be responsible for decontamination efforts for all persons leaving or being transported from the Hot and Warm Zones.
JFRD HAZMAT
_____ will provide support and security, as needed, and those within the Hot and Warm Zones will comply with decontamination procedures as directed.
Sheriff’s Office personnel
The _____ and _____ shall have sole authority and responsibility for activities within the Warm and Hot Zones until it is cleared of possible explosive devices and criminal threats, after which, sole authority and responsibility is retained by the _____ until the chemical, biological or radiological threat has been mitigated or responsibility is assumed by the _____ having jurisdiction over the event.
JFRD HAZMAT Team and the Hazardous Devices Unit JFRD HAZMAT Team
appropriate Federal or State agency
