Communications Plan All spoken and written communication will start and end with the statement, is an Exercise.” “This Controller Communications The principal method of communications for controllers during the exercise will be radios and cell phones. A list of key telephone and fax numbers, and radio call signs will be available as a Communication Directory before the start of the exercise. Controller communications will link control personnel at all play areas and will remain separate from the player communications. In no case will controller communications interfere with, or override, player communications. Player Communications Players will use routine, in-place agency communication systems. Additional communication assets may be made available as the exercise progresses. The need to maintain capability for a real-world response may preclude the use of certain communication channels or systems that would usually be available for an actual emergency incident. In no instance will exercise Each venue will communication interfere with real-world emergency communications. coordinate its own internal communication networks and channels. Controller Instructions Before the Exercise Review the appropriate emergency plans, procedures, and protocols. Review appropriate exercise package materials including the objectives, scenario, injects or implementers, safety and security plans, and evaluator instructions. Attend required briefings. Review the exercise objectives and controller package for your area of responsibility. During the Exercise Report to the exercise check-in location at the time designated in the exercise Schedule of Events and meet with exercise staff and present Player Briefing. Be at the appropriate location at least 15 minutes before the start of the exercise. If you are not assigned to a specific site, be in place to meet the participants at least 15 minutes before the start of the exercise. Obtain or locate necessary communications equipment and test it to ensure satisfactory communication between controllers and the Exercise Director. Wear controller identification (distinctive badge). Controller badges will be issued at the Controller and Evaluator Briefing. During exercise play, avoid personal conversations with any exercise players.
Communications Plan All spoken and written communication will start and end with the statement, “This is an Exercise.” Controller Communications The principal method of communications for controllers during the exercise will be radios and cell phones. A list of key telephone and fax numbers, and radio call signs will be available as a Communication Directory before the start of the exercise. Controller communications will link control personnel at all play areas and will remain separate from the player communications. In no case will controller communications interfere with, or override, player communications. Player Communications Players will use routine, in-place agency communication systems. Additional communication assets may be made available as the exercise progresses. The need to maintain capability for a real-world response may preclude the use of certain communication channels or systems that would usually be available for an actual emergency incident. In no instance will exercise communication interfere with real-world emergency communications. Each venue will coordinate its own internal communication networks and channels. Controller Instructions Before the Exercise Review the appropriate emergency plans, procedures, and protocols. Review appropriate exercise package materials including the objectives, scenario, injects or implementers, safety and security plans, and evaluator instructions. Attend required briefings. Review the exercise objectives and controller package for your area of responsibility. During the Exercise Report to the exercise check-in location at the time designated in the exercise Schedule of Events and meet with exercise staff and present Player Briefing. Be at the appropriate location at least 15 minutes before the start of the exercise. If you are not assigned to a specific site, be in place to meet the participants at least 15 minutes before the start of the exercise. Obtain or locate necessary communications equipment and test it to ensure satisfactory communication between controllers and the Exercise Director. Wear controller identification (distinctive badge). Controller badges will be issued at the Controller and Evaluator Briefing. During exercise play, avoid personal conversations with any exercise players.
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