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EOC SimCellTM

•Proven System•Staffed by Local Emergency Responders•Reusable•Realistic exercise experience for the EOC

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Simulation Cell

A Simulation Cell is a roomful of people who play the roles of various organizations involved in emergency response and support.

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EOC Staff

Resource Coordination

SimCellUpdates & Follow-ups

How the EOC SimCellTM Works

Resource Deliveries

Resource Control Mat Incident

Controller

Resource/ Info

Requests

Other Controllers

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Resource Cards

10 Debris Clearance, Wheel Loaders

Simulate the Physical Movement of Resources

Easily Modified

Simulate the Actual Resource Situation in Any Jurisdiction

Based on the Resource Typing System in NIMS

40 cubic yard bucket, needs police escort

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Control Mats

Durable Canvas Mats

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14th St V Yard

Terror X bldg

Collps M Park

HazM 8&Map

EOC SimcellTM Mats

Resource Control Mat

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Event Cards

Controller Instructions for

Reporting Events

Requesting Resources

Assessing Casualties

Modifying Event Cards 48 (8) Collapsed Structure + :05

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Report: "I am the Incident Commander at the scene of a collapsed (describe structure and location), which occurred about 5 minutes ago. Injuries are involved. I will report again, soon."

(First National Bank building parking garage , E. Maple St. & 12th Ave.)

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Adding Event Cards

Read Incident Report # 2 to EOC staff

+ :45Incident Report # 2

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48 (8) Collapsed Structure + :05

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Report: "I am the Incident Commander at the scene of a collapsed (describe structure and location), which occurred about 5 minutes ago. Injuries are involved. I will report again, soon."

Incident Control Mat # 3

Mat # 3

Incident Name/Location/ICP (Mat Tel /Freq)

NATIONAL BANK BLDG COLLAPSE ICP: 12TH ST BANK DRIVEWAY 555-0345

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FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Request additional FLASHLIGHTS for search and rescue.

47 (3) Collapsed Structure + :10

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Request additional ENGINEERING SERVICES, BUILDING INSPECTORS to advise on the risk of further collapse.

42 (3) Collapsed Structure + :05

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Request SEARCH & RESCUE TEAM, COLLAPSE resource to free trapped victims.

NEXT TURN

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42 (3) Collapsed Structure + :05

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Request SEARCH & RESCUE TEAM, COLLAPSE resource to free trapped victims.

48 (8) Collapsed Structure + :20

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Report: Initial casualties and damage after placing these cards on the Incident Mat:

2 Moderate Casualties 3 Severe Casualties 2 Deaths 1 Commercial Building Destroyed

48 (8) Collapsed Structure + :20

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Report the location of the incident STAGING AREA (refer to the incident street map).

NEXT TURN

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Event Card Scenario Modules

InformationLarge-Scale EvacuationsMass CasualtiesPower OutageArea Damage & DebrisHazmatCollapsed StructureCollapsed StructureCrime Scene

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Message Insert Time

Event Card

Series #

Event FROM: TO: Message Expected Staff Action

9:00 33Collapsed Structure

FROM: Incident Command Post

TO: EOC

Request "Additional MEDICAL TRANSPORT resources for victims."

Expected EOC Actions: Coordinate resource to arrive at incident site within 45 minutes.

9:15 91 InformationFROM: Area Operations

TO: EOC

We have a request from (name of Local Government Administration Office). They want a typewritten PRESS RELEASE about the emergency situation in our area for the news media, right now. They are concerned that the media have accurate information. Fax it to Area Operations.

Expected EOC Actions: 1) Ops Chief approves requested info; 2) Fax requested info on official County letterhead within 30 minutes.

9:20 215Area Damage & Debris

FROM: Area Operations

TO: EOC

We have a request from (name of Local Fire Department). They need additional FIRE SUPPRESSION for fires in the area. Send resources to Area Operations.

Expected EOC Actions: Coordinate resource to arrive at incident site within 25 minutes.

9:20 201 Power OutageFROM: Area Operations

TO: EOC

Before calling the EOC, outline several initial zones without power on the area street map. Then report the power outage areas.

Expected EOC Actions: 1) Report info to EOC Operations Chief ASAP; 2) Update map EOC display.

9:25 217Area Damage & Debris

FROM: Area Operations

TO: EOC

We have a request from (name of Local Public Works Department). They need DEBRIS CLEARANCE, WHEEL LOADERS to clear roads for emergency vehicles. Send resources to Area Operations.

Expected EOC Actions: Coordinate resource to arrive at incident site within 25 minutes.

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Adjust Rows

Master Scenario Events List (MSEL)

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Controllers•Anyone can be a controller

•Easy-to-follow Control Mats

•Illustrated Instruction Manuals

•Training CD

•Prepare Controllers in less than an Hour

•Local Responders make Ideal Candidates

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Instruction Manuals

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Exercise Results(Consequences)

Tab 8: Exercise Results Sheet Exercise Title: Exercise Location:

Exercise Date:

Exercise Start Time: Exercise End Time:

EOC SimCell Director (Name, Agency, Contact Info)

EOC SimCell Results

Area

Operations Control Mat # 1

Incident Control Mat # 2

Incident Control Mat # 3

Incident Control Mat # 4

Total *Minimum

Casualties, Dead

Casualties, Severe

Casualties, Moderate

Arrived at Hospitals

n/a n/a n/a

People in Shelters

n/a n/a n/a

Evacuees Waiting For Transportation

Evacuees Transported

Homes Damaged

Homes Destroyed

Commercial Buildings Damaged

Commercial Buildings Destroyed

*Minimum = Casualties, Damage, and Evacuees that are part of the initial scenario situation

and not related to EOC staff performance.

The casualties and damage that result in an exercise scenario provides a measure for evaluating the performance of the EOC staff.

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Kit Container

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Exercise Scenario Street Map

Resources Controller

Resources Controller

Area Ops Controller

Area Ops Controller

12 Feet

Incident Controller

Incident Controller

Incident Controller

Area Operations Mat

FAXFAX

Extra Phone Optional

30 Feet

20 Feet

Radio Optional

Radio Optional

Radio Optional

Alarm

Location

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Computer Files Included

• Files in Microsoft Word®

– Cards– Forms– Checklists

• Training CD in PowerPoint®

– 35 minutes– Mat Controllers– Group or Individual Training

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Thank You for Inquiring About

EOC SimCell™

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